Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Refrigerant: Technician Safety Information
Precaution For Working With HFC-134A (R-134A)
Precaution for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)
WARNING:
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CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants are mixed compressor failure is likely to
occur. Refer to [Precautions: Contaminated Refrigerant]. To determine the purity of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehicle and recovery tank, use
Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Recharging equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.
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Use only specified oil for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) components. If oil other than that specified is used,
compressor failure is likely to occur.
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The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) oil rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The following handling precautions must be observed:
a. When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle, immediately cap (seal) the component to minimize the entry of moisture from the
atmosphere.
b. When installing refrigerant components to a vehicle, do not remove the caps (unseal) until just before connecting the components. Connect all
refrigerant loop components as quickly as possible to minimize the entry of moisture into system.
c. Only use the specified oil from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of oil. Without proper sealing, oil will become moisture
saturated and should not be used.
d. Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and oil vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Remove HFC-134a (R-134a) from the A/C
system using certified service equipment meeting requirements of SAE J2210 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recycling equipment], or SAE J2209
[HFC-134a (R-134a) recovery equipment]. If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service. Additional
health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and oil manufacturers.
e. Do not allow A/C System Oil to come in contact with styrofoam parts. Damage may result.
Precaution For Service Equipment
Precaution for Service Equipment
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for machine operation and machine maintenance. Never introduce any refrigerant other than that specified into the
machine.
ELECTRONIC LEAK DETECTOR
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for tester operation and tester maintenance.
VACUUM PUMP
The oil contained inside the vacuum pump is not compatible with the specified oil for HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C systems. The vent side of the vacuum
pump is exposed to atmospheric pressure so the vacuum pump oil may migrate out of the pump into the service hose. This is possible when the pump is
switched off after evacuation (vacuuming) and hose is connected to it.
