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Refrigerant Cycle





REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


Refrigerant Cycle


REFRIGERANT FLOW
The refrigerant flows in the standard pattern, that is, through the compressor, the condenser with liquid tank, through the evaporator, and back to the compressor. The refrigerant evaporation through the evaporator is controlled by an externally equalized expansion valve, located inside the evaporator case.

FREEZE PROTECTION
Under usual operating conditions, when the A/C is switched ON, the compressor runs continuously, and the evaporator pressure, and temperature is controlled by the compressor to prevent freeze up.