Accumulator
The accumulator absorbs any moisture that may be present in the refrigerant, filters any refrigerant gas particles from the liquid refrigerant, and contains the pressure switch assembly.
1 To evaporator
2 From condenser
| 3 Electrical connector, pressure switch assembly | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| .P. U5117.tif | 9 | 7,5 | tiff;; |
· Service
As the compressor lubricant is extremely hygroscopic (attracts water), the accumulator must be replaced each time the refrigerant circuit is opened. If the accumulator is not replaced, icing of the expansion valve may cause the air conditioning to malfunction.