C 1500 Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (1998)
Refrigerant: Service Precautions
Handling Refrigerant
CAUTION: Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose, and throat. To remove R-134a
from the A/C system, use service equipment certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 (R-134a recycling equipment). If accidental system
discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and
lubricant manufacturers.
Important
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R-12 refrigerant and R-134a refrigerant must never be mixed, even in the smallest of amounts. They are incompatible with each other. If the
refrigerants are mixed, compressor failure is likely to occur.
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Use only specified lubricant (PAG) for the R-134a A/C system and R-134a components. If lubricants other than those specified are used,
compressor failure is likely to occur. All fittings and O-ring seals should be coated with clean 525 viscosity refrigerant oil to provide a
leak-proof seal and to aid in assembly and disassembly.
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Do not store or heat refrigerant containers above 52°C(125°F).
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Do not heat a refrigerant container with an open flame. If the container must be warmed, place the bottom of the container in a pail of warm
water.
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Do not intentionally drop, puncture, or incinerate refrigerant containers.
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Refrigerant will displace oxygen, so make sure to work in well-ventilated areas to prevent suffocation.
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Do not introduce compressed air to any refrigerant container or refrigerant component, because contamination will occur.
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If it is necessary to carry a container of Dot CFR Refrigerant-134a in a vehicle, do not carry it in the passenger compartment.
All Refrigerant-134a disposable (colored Blue) containers are shipped with a heavy metal screw cap to protect the valve and safety plug of the container
from damage. It is good practice to replace the cap after each use of the container to continue protection.
