Service Port HVAC: Service and Repair

Air Conditioning Refrigerant Service Valve Core Replacement

Special Tools

* GE-39400-A - Halogen Leak Detector

* GE-46246 - Valve Core Removal Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Tools and Equipment.

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.





2. Remove the service port valve core (1) using the GE-46246 - remover.

Installation Procedure





Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

1. Install the service port valve core (1) using the GE-46246 - remover.

2. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.

3. Leak test the fittings using the GE-39400-A - detector.