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Installing Desiccator (Fluid Tank)

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In any case, replace O-rings for the refrigerant lines and wet the new rings with refrigerant oil.

Only install a new desiccator.

  1. Position the fluid tank, connect the refrigerant lines and secure with the fastening screws -2-  . → M6: 4.5 ftlb. 
  2. Connect the air-conditioning line -1-  and tighten with fastening nut.
  3. Tighten the hose clamp -3-  .
  4. Fig 1: Installing Desiccator
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  5. Determine the quantity of refrigerant oil. → Technical data for the air-conditioning system  , volume removed by suction + 30 cm3 .