LG LW2414HR User manual

LG Room
Air Conditioner
SERVICE MANUAL
CAUTION
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• BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT, READ THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
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MODEL:
LW2414HR
•BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT, READ THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
•ONLY FOR AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

2Room Air Conditioner
Air Conditioner Service Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Precautions..........................................................................................................................................3
Dimensions......................................................................................................................................................5
Product Specifications...................................................................................................................................6
Installation.......................................................................................................................................................8
How to Install the Unit ................................................................................................................................8
How to use the Reversible Inlet grille.........................................................................................................8
Window Requirements...............................................................................................................................9
Installation Kits Contents (some models including installation kit)...........................................................10
Suggested tool Requirements..................................................................................................................10
Cabinet Installation...................................................................................................................................11
Operation.......................................................................................................................................................13
Disassembly instructions.............................................................................................................................14
Mechanical parts......................................................................................................................................14
Air Handling Parts ....................................................................................................................................15
Electrical Parts.........................................................................................................................................16
Refrigeration cycle ...................................................................................................................................19
Schematic Diagram.......................................................................................................................................22
Troubleshooting guide..................................................................................................................................23
Piping System ..........................................................................................................................................23
Troubleshooting guide..............................................................................................................................24
Room Air Conditioner Voltage Limits........................................................................................................26
Exploded View...............................................................................................................................................28
Replacement Parts List ................................................................................................................................29

Service Manual 3
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must
be followed.
■Incorrect operation due to ignoring instruction will cause harm or damage. The seriousness is
classified by the following indications.
■Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property only.
WARNING
■Installation
Do not use damaged power cord plugs, or a
loose socket.
• There is risk of fire or electric shock.
Always use the power plug and socket with
the ground terminal.
• There is risk of electric shock.
Be sure not to do.
Be sure to follow the instruction.

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Safety Precautions
Do not modify or extend the power cord.
• There is risk or fire or electric shock.
Do not install, remove, or re-install the unit by
yourself(customer).
• There is risk of fire, electric shock, explosion, or injury.
Be cautious when unpacking and installing
the product.
• Sharp edges could cause injury. Be especially careful
of the case edges and the fins on the condenser and
evaporator.
Do not store or use flammable gas or com-
bustibles near the air conditioner.
• There is risk of fire or failure of product.
Be sure the installation area does not deterio-
rate with age.
• If the base collapses, the air conditioner could fall with
it, causing property damage, product failure, and per-
sonal injury.
Gasolin
Sharp edges

Dimensions
Dimensions
H
W
D
Outside Dimensions
This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to the
air conditioner.
This symbol indicates special notes.
NOTICE
Symbols Used in this Manual
Service Manual 5
W mm(inch) 660 (26) 660 (26)
H mm(inch) 428 (16 27/32) 428 (16 27/32)
D mm(inch) 675 (26 9/16) 770 (30 5/16)
Model
Dimension
LWHD1800HR LWHD2400HR

6Room Air Conditioner
Specfications
Product Specifications
Buyer Model LW1814HR LW2414HR
LG Model UWX183NGMM8 UWX243NGMM6
PERFORMANCE
BTU performance (Cooling) 17,500/18,000 23,000/23,500
BTU performance (Heating) 9,800/12,000 9,400/11,600
EER 9.7/9.7 8.5/8.5
Dehumid. ( Pts/Hr) 5.5 6.5
Dry Air Flow (CFM) 430 560
dBA Level (Indoor / Outdoor) 55/63 64/69
Est. Cooling Area (SQ.FT) 1000 1440
Electrical Ratings
Voltage / 60 Hz 208/230 208/230
Plug Type
Watts (Cooling) 1,800/1,850 2,700/2,760
Watts (Heating) 3,100/3,670 3,750/3,770
Rated Amps (Cooling) 9.0/8.3 13.2/12.2
Rated Amps (Heating) 15.0/16.0 15.0/16.0
Features
Thermostat Control
Thermistor Thermistor
Air Diflection 4-Way 4-Way
Remote controller Yes Yes
Auto swing Yes Yes
Auto Restart Yes Yes
Energy saver Fuction Yes Yes
Timer 24Hr,On/Off 24Hr,On/Off
Filter Alarm Function Yes Yes
Sleep - -
Fan Speed: Cooling(Heating) 2(2) 2(2)
Fan Only 2 2
Compressor Rotary Rotary
In Door Fan Type BLOWER BLOWER
Type Air Discharge Side by side Side by side
Outdoor Vent / Exhaust Yes Yes
Rear grille - -
Chassis Type Slide In-Out Slide In-Out
Others
Carton Height(inch) 21 3/16 21 3/16
Width 29 3/8 29 3/8
Depth 33 33
Demension Height(inch) 16 27/32 16 27/32
Width 25 1/2 25 1/2
Depth 30 1/2 30 1/2
Net Weight(lbs.) 136 146
Shippling Weight(lbs.) 150 160
Stuffing Quantity (20ft/40ft) 84/176/176 84/176/176

Service Manual 8
Installation
INSTALLATION
How to Install the unit
1. To avoid vibration and noise, make sure the unit is
installed securely and firmly.
2. Install the unit where the sunlight does not shine directly
on the unit.
If the unit receives direct sunlight, build an awning to
shade the cabinet.
3. There should be no obstacle, like a fence, within 20"
which might restrict heat radiation from the condenser.
4. To prevent reducing performance, install the unit so that
louvers of the cabinet are not blocked.
5. Install the unit a little obliquely outward not to leak the
condensed water into the room (about 1/2" or 1/4 bubble
with level).
6. Install the unit with its bottom portion 30~60" above the
floor level.
7. Stuff the foam between the top of the unit and the wall to
prevent air and insects from getting into the room.
8. The power cord must be connected to an independent cir-
cuit. The green wire must be grounded.
9. Connect the drain tube to the base pan hole in the rear
side if you need to drain (consult a dealer).
Plastic hose or equivalent may be connected to the drain
tube.
The grille is designed to clean the filter both upward and downward.
A. BEFORE ATTACHING THE FRONT GRILLE TO THE CAB-
INET, IF YOU WANT TO PULL OUT THE FILTER
UPWARD;
1. Open the inlet grille slightly (a).
2. Turn inside out the front grille (a).
3. Disassemble the inlet grille from the front grille with separating the
hinged part by inserting a straight type screw-driver tip (b).
4. Then, rotate the inlet grille 180 degrees and insert the hooks into
bottom holes of the front grille.
5. Insert the filter and attach the front grille to the cabinet.
B. IF YOU WANT TO PULL OUT THE FILTER DOWNWARD;
THE GRILLE IS ALREADY DESIGNED FOR THAT WAY.
About 1/2"
Over 20"
HEAT
RADIATION
FENCE
AWNING
FOAM
COOLED
AIR
30-60"
Level
1/4 Bubble
(b)
b
(a)
(c)
How to use the Reversible Inlet grille

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Installation
Window Requirements
All supporting parts should be secured to firm wood, masonry, or metal.
NOTICE
• WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
1. This unit is designed for installation in standard double hung windows with actual opening widths from 29" to 41".
The top and bottom window sashes must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of 18" from the bot-
tom of the upper sash to the window stool.
2. The stool offset (height between the stool and sill) must be less than 1 1/4".
Installation Kits Contents (some models including installation kit)
Foam-PE
(Adhesive-Backed)
Foam-PE
(Adhesive-Backed)
Type C (5) Type D (2)
Type A (14)
Carriage Bolt (2) Lock Nut (4)
Top retainer bar
Type B (7)
Foam strip
(Plain-Back)
Right frame
curtain
Window locking
bracket
Left frame
curtain
Frame guide(2)
Sill
bracket (2)
Support bracket(2)

Service Manual 10
Installation
Suggested tool Requirements
SCREWDRIVER(+, -), RULER, KNIFE, HAMMER, PENCIL, LEVEL
• PREPARATION OF CHASSIS
1. Remove the screws which fasten the cabinet at both sides
and at the back. Keep these two screws which fasten the
cabinet at both sides for later use.
2. Slide the unit out from the cabinet by gripping the base pan
handle and pulling forward while bracing the cabinet.
3. Cut the window sash seal to the proper length. Peel off the
backing and attach the Foam-PE to the underside of the
window sash.
4. Remove the backing from Foam-PE with 3 holes and attach
it to the bottom of the Top retainer bar.
5. Attach the Top retainer bar onto the top of the cabinet with
3 screws (Type A).
6. Insert the Frame guides into the bottom of the cabinet.
7. Insert the Frame Curtain into the Top retainer bar and
Frame guides.
8. Fasten the curtains to the unit with 10 screws (Type A) at
both sides.
Foam-PE
Top retainer bar
Top retainer bar
Foam-PE
Screw
(Type A)
Screw(Type A)
Frame guide
Shipping screws
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4

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Installation
Cabinet Installation
1. Open the window. Mark a line on the center of the win-
dow stool between the side window stop moldings.
Loosely attach the sill bracket to the support bracket
using the carriage bolt and the lock nut.
2. Attach the sill bracket to the window sill using the
screws (Type B).
Carefully place the cabinet on the window stool and
align the center mark on the bottom front with the center
line marked window stool.
3. Using the M-screw and the lock nut, attach the support
bracket to the cabinet track hole. Use the first track hole
after the sill bracket on the outer edge of the window sill.
Tighten the carriage bolt and the lock nut. Be sure the
cabinet slants outward.
CAUTION: Do not drill a hole in the
bottom pan. The unit is designed to
operate with approximately 1/2" of
water in bottom pan.
4. Pull the bottom window sash down behind the Top
retainer bar until they meet.
1. Do not pull the window sash down so tightly that the
movement of Frame curtain is restricted. Attach the
cabinet to the window stool by driving the screws (Type
B) through the cabinet into window stool.
2. The cabinet should be installed with a very slight tilt
downward toward the outside.
NOTICE
Support
Bracket
Lock nut
Sill
Bracket
Carriage
Bolt
(M-Screw)
Cabinet
Track hole
Support
Bracket
Carriage bolt
and lock nut
Machine screw (Type D)
and lock nut
Outer edge
of window
sill
Screw(Type B)
Sill bracket
Front angle Window stool
Top
retainer
bar
Window sash Top retainer bar
Cabinet
Foam-PE
Frame curtain
Foam-PE
Screw(Type B)
Front Angle
Sash track
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9

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Installation
5. Pull each Frame curtain fully to each window sash
track, and pull the bottom window sash down behind
the Top retainer bar until it meets.
6. Attach each Frame curtain the window sash by using
screws (Type C). (See Fig. 10)
7. Slide the unit into the cabinet. (See Fig. 11)
CAUTION: For security purpose, rein-
stall screws (Type A) at cabinet's
sides.
8. Cut the Foam-strip to the proper length and insert
between the upper window sash and the lower window
sash. (See Fig. 12)
9. Attach the Window locking bracket with a screw (Type
C). (See Fig. 13)
10. Attach the front grille to the cabinet by inserting the
tabs on the grille into the tabs on the front of the cabi-
net. Push the grille in until it snaps into place. (See
Fig.34)
11. Lift the inlet grille and secure it with a screw (Type A)
through the front grille. (See Fig. 14)
12. Window installation of room air conditioner is now
completed.
Power Cord
Screw (Type A)
Screw
Window locking
bracket
Foam-Strip
Screw(Type C)
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15

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Installation
Operation
Power
Temp
Fan Speed
Timer Mode
Energy
Saver Auto Swing
1
4
2
67
3
5
REMOTE CONTROLLER
1
7
8
54 6
2 3
1. POWER BUTTON
To turn the air conditioner ON, push the button. To turn the air conditioner OFF, push the button again.
This button takes priority over any other buttons.
2. OPERATION MODE SELECTION BUTTON
Everytime you push this button, it will toggle COOL, FAN and HEAT.
3. ON/OFF TIMER BUTTON
Everytime you push this button, timer is set as follows.(1Hour ➔2Hours ➔3Hours ➔4Hours ➔5Hours ➔6Hours ➔
7Hours ➔8Hours ➔9Hours ➔10Hours ➔11Hours ➔12Hours ➔Cancel)
4. FAN SPEED SELECTOR
Everytime you push this button, it is set as follows. (Hi[ ] ➔Low[ ] ➔Hi[ ]....)
5. ROOM TEMPERATURE SETTING BUTTON
This button can automatically control the temperature of the room. The temperature can be set within a range of 60°F to
86°F by 1°F.
6. AUTO SWING
This button can automatically control the air flow direction.
7. ENERGY SAVER
The fan stops when the compressor stops cooling.
Approximately every 3 munutes the fan will turn on and check the room air to determine if cooling is needed.
8. REMOCON SIGNAL RECEIVER
CAUTION: A slight heat odor may come from the unit when first switching to
HEAT after the cooling season is over. This odor, caused by fine dust particles on
the heater, will disappear quickly.
CLOSE VENT OPEN
•VENTILATION
The ventilation lever must be in the CLOSE position in
order to maintain the best cooling conditions.
When a fresh air is necessary in the room, set the ven-
tilation lever to the OPEN position.
The damper is opened and room air is exhausted.

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Disassembly
Disassembly
- Before the following disassembly, power switch is set to off and disconnected the power cord.
Mechanical parts
1. Front grille
1. Open the inlet grille upward or downward.
2. Remove the screw which fastens the front grille.
3. Pull the front grille from the right side.
4. Remove the front grille. (See Fig. 16)
5. Re-install the component by referring to the
removal procedure.
Mark ∆of inlet grille means opening direction.
NOTICE
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 18
2. Cabinet
1. After disassembling the front grille, remove the screws
which fasten the cabinet at both sides. Keep these for
later use.
2. Remove the two screws which fasten the cabinet at
back. (See Fig. 17)
3. Pull the base pan forward.
3. Control box
1. Remove the front grille. (Refer to section 1)
2. Pull the base pan forward so that you can remove the
2 screws which fasten the cover control at the right
side. (See Fig. 18)
3. Remove the 3 screws which fasten the controlbox.
(See Fig. 18)
4. Discharge the capacitor by placing a 20,000 ohm
resistor across the capacitor terminals.
5. Disconnect two wire housings in the control box.
6. Pull the control box forward completely.
7. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure. (See Fig. 18)
(Refer to the wiring diagram found on page 29~30 in this
manual and on the control box.)

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Disassembly
Air handling parts
4. Cover (at the top)
1. Remove the front grille. (Refer to section 1)
2. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
3. Remove 11 screws which fasten the brace and covers.
4. Remove the covers and the brace. (See Fig. 19)
5. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
5. Blower
1. Remove the cover. (Refer to section 4)
2. Remove the 3 screws which fasten the evaporator at the
left side and the top side.(See Fig. 19)
3. Move the evaporator sideward carefully.
4. Remove the 2 terminals carefully(See Fig. 20).
5. Remove the 3 screws which fasten the Heater Cover.
(See Fig. 20)
6. Remove the Heater Cover.(See Fig. 20)
7. Remove the orifice from the air guide carefully. (See Fig. 21)
8. Remove the clamp which secures the blower with plier.
(See Fig. 21)
9. Remove the blower with plier or your hand without
touching blades. (See Fig. 22)
10. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22

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Disassembly
6. Fan
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
2. Remove the brace and shroud cover.
(Refer to section 4)
3. Remove the side cover with 2 screws.(See Fig. 23)
4. Remove the 5 or 6 screws which fasten the condenser.
5. Move the condenser sideways carefully.
6. Remove the clamp which secures the fan.
7. Remove the fan. (See Fig. 23)
8. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
7. Shroud
1. Remove the fan. (Refer to section 6)
2. Remove the 2 screws which fasten the shroud.
3. Remove the shroud. (See Fig. 24)
4. Re-install the component by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
8. Motor
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
2. Remove the cover control and disconnect a wire hous-
ing in control box. (Refer to section 3)
3. Remove the blower. (Refer to section 5)
4. Remove the fan. (Refer to section 6)
5. Remove the 4 screws which fasten the motor. (See Fig.
25)
6. Remove the motor.
7. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
9. Compressor
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
2. Discharge the refrigerant system using FreonTM
Recovery System.
If there is no valve to attach the recovery system,
install one (such as a watco a-1) before venting the
FreonTM . Leave the valve in place after servicing the
system.
3. Disconnect the 3 leads from the compressor.
4. After purging the unit completely, unbraze the suction
and discharge tubes at the compressor connections.
5. Remove the 3 nuts and the 3 washers which fasten the
compressor. (See Fig. 26)
6. Remove the compressor.
7. Re-instill the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
Electrical parts
Figure 23
Figure 24
Figure 25
Figure 26

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Disassembly
10. CAPACITOR
1. Remove the control box. (Refer to section 3)
2. Remove the screw and knobs which fasten the display
panel.
3. Disconnect the 2 leads from the rocker switch and
remove the panel.
4. Remove a screw and unfold the control box.
(See Fig. 27)
5. Remove the screw and the clamp which fastens the
capacitor. (See Fig. 27)
6. Disconnect all the leads of capacitor terminals.
7. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
11. POWER CORD
1. Remove the control box. (Refer to section 3)
2. Unfold the control box. (Refer to section 10)
3. Disconnect the grounding screw from the control box.
4. Disconnect 2 receptacles.
5. Remove a screw which fastens the clip cord.
6. Pull the power cord. (See Fig. 28)
7. Re-install the component by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
(Use only one ground-marked hole for ground connec-
tion.)
8. If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must
be replaced by the special cord.
(The special cord means the cord which has the
same specification marked on the supply cord fitted
to the unit.)
12. THERMISTOR
1. Remove the control box. (Refer to section 3)
2. Unfold the control box. (Refer to section 10)
3. Disconnect the thermistor terminals from main P.W.B
assembly.
4. Remove the thermistor.
5. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure above. (See Figure 30)
Figure 28
Figure 27
Figure 29

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Disassembly
13. SYNCHRONOUS MOTOR
1. Remove the control box. (Refer to section 3)
2. Unfold the control box. (Refer to section 10)
3. Remove the crankshaft.
4. Disconnect all the leads of the synchronous motor.
5. Remove the 2 screws which fasten the synchronous
motor. (See Fig. 30)
6. Re-install the components by referring to the removal
procedure, above.
Figure 30

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Disassembly
Refrigeration cycle
CAUTION: Discharge the refrigerant system using FreonTM Recovery System.If
there is no valve to attach the recovery system, install one (such as a WATCO A-1)
before venting the FreonTM. Leave the valve in place after servicing the system.
16. CONDENSER
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
2. Remove the brace and the shroud cover.
(Refer to section 4)
3.
Remove 2 screws which fasten the side cover.(See Fig.
31)
4. Remove the 5 or 6 screws which fasten the condenser.
5. After discharging the refrigerant completely, unbraze
the interconnecting tube at the condenser connections.
6. Remove the condenser.
7. Re-install the components by referring to notes.
(See Fig. 31)
17. EVAPORATOR
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
2. Remove the top cover and the brace.
(Refer to section 4)
3. Discharge the refrigerant completely.
4. Remove the 3 screws which fasten the evaporator at
the left side and the top side.
5. Move the evaporator sideward carefully and then
unbraze the interconnecting tube at the evaporator
connectors.
6. Remove the evaporator.
7. Re-install the components by referring to notes.
(See Fig. 32)
18. CAPILLARY TUBE
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2)
2. Remove the brace. (Refer to section 4)
3. After discharging the refrigerant completely, unbraze
the interconnecting tube at the capillary tube.
4. Remove the capillary tube.
5. Re-install the components by referring to notes.
Figure 31
Figure 32

Service Manual 20
- Replacement of the refrigeration cycle.
1. When replacing the refrigeration cycle, be sure to
discharge the refrigerant system using a FreonTM
recovery System.
If there is no valve to attach the recovery system,
install one (such as a WATCO A-1) before venting
the FreonTM. Leave the valve in place after
servicing the system.
2. After discharging the unit completely, remove the
desired component, and unbrace the pinch-off tubes.
3. Solder service valves into the pinch-off tube ports,
leaving the valves open.
4. Solder the pinch-off tubes with Service valves.
5. Evacuate as follows.
1) Connect the vacuum pump, as illustrated Fig. 35A.
2) Start the vacuum pump, slowly open manifold
valves A and B with two full turns counterclock-
wise and leave the valves closed.
The vacuum pump is now pulling through valves A
and B up to valve C by means of themanifold
and entire system.
3) Operate the vacuum pump for 20 to 30 minutes,
until 600 microns of vacuum is obtained. Close
valves A and B, and observe vacuum gauge for
a few minutes. A rise in pressure would indicate a
possible leak or moisture remaining in the sys-
tem. With valves A and B closed, stop the vacu-
um pump.
4) Remove the hose from the vacuum pump and
place it on the charging cylinder. See Fig. 35B.
Open valve C.
Discharge the line at the manifold connection.
5) The system is now ready for final charging.
6. Recharge as follows :
1) Refrigeration cycle systems are charged from the
High-side. If the total charge cannot be put in the
High-side, the balance will be put in the suction
line through the access valve which you installed
as the system was opened.
2) Connect the charging cylinder as shown in Fig.
35B.
With valve C open, discharge the hose at the
manifold connection.
3) Open valve A and allow the proper charge to
enter the system. Valve B is still closed.
4) If more charge is required, the high-side will not
take it. Close valve A.
5) With the unit running, open valve B and add the
balance of the charge.
a. Do not add the liquid refrigerant to the Low-
side.
b. Watch the Low-side gauge; allow pressure to
rise to 30 lbs.
c. Turn off valve B and allow pressure to drop.
d. Repeat steps B and C until the balance of the
charge is in the system.
6) When satisfied the unit is operating correctly, use
the pinch-off tool with the unit still running and
clamp on to the pinch-off tube. Using a tube cut-
ter, cut the pinch-off tube about 2 inches from the
pinch-off tool. Use sil-fos solder and solder pinch-
off tube closed. Turn off the unit, allow it to set for
a while, and then test the leakage of the pinch-off
connection.
NOTICE
CAUTION: If high vacuum equip-
ment is used, just crack valves A
and B for a few minutes, then
open slowly with the two full turns coun-
terclockwise. This will keep oil from
foaming and being drawn into the vacu-
um pump.

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Disassembly
Equipment needed: Vacuum pump, Charging cylinder, Manifold gauge, Brazing equipment. Pin-off tool capable
of making a leak-proof seal, Leak detector, Tubing cutter, Hand Tools to remove components, Service valve.
A
COMPOUND GAUGE
EVAPORATOR
(LOW PRESSURE SIDE)
COMPRESSOR
CAPILLARY TUBE
CONDENSER
(HIGH PRESSURE SIDE)
SEE INSETS
BELOW
MANIFOLD
GAUGE
B
Figure 31A-Pulling Vacuum Figure 31B-Charging
A
B
EXTERNAL
VACUUM PUMP
A
CHARGING
CYLINDER
LOW HI
B
C