REMOVAL
- Orifice tube may be located at condenser outlet or evaporator. See 1992 ORIFICE TUBE LOCATION & REMOVER/INSTALLER APPLICATION table below. Discharge refrigerant from system using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment and disconnect liquid line at evaporator or condenser.
- Remove orifice tube using needle nose pliers or proper orifice tube remover/installer. See 1992 ORIFICE TUBE LOCATION & REMOVER/INSTALLER APPLICATION table below.
INSTALLATION
- To install orifice tube, coat pipe area with refrigerant. Lubricate new orifice tube and "O" ring with refrigeration oil and insert into inlet pipe.
- Install orifice tube with shorter screen end first. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Evacuate and recharge system. Test system for proper operation.