Tool Required

J 44551  Suction Screen Kit

Important:  Suction screens are intended to be installed in the suction hose after a major compressor failure.

The suction screens are available in 3 different sizes.

1. Insert J 44551-6  sizing tool (1) into the suction hose to select the correct size suction screen.
   Fig 1: Installing Suction Screen Sizing Tool

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2. Insert the suction screen into the compressor end of the suction hose.
3. Install the correct mandrel (1) to J 44551-5. 
   Fig 2: Installing Mandrel To J 44551-5

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4. Install the J 44551-5  screen installation tool (3) over the end of the suction hose and the suction screen (2).

   Important:  Correct placement of J 44551-5  is critical.

5. Tighten the forcing screw of J 44551-5.  The suction screen is fully installed when the screen is flush with the end of the suction hose fitting.
6. Remove the J 44551-5  suction screen tool from the suction hose.
   Fig 3: Installing Suction Screen Using J 44551-5

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   Important:  After a major compressor failure, you should also install an A/C refrigerant filter.

7. Install an A/C refrigerant filter. Refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT FILTER INSTALLATION .
8. Install the J 44551-1  suction screen notification label.