R-12 Referigerant - Removal & Recycling Information
NUMBER10-61-91
DATE
07-02-91
APPLICABILITY
ALL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR CONDITIONING
SUBJECT:
REMOVAL AND RECYCLING OF REFRIGERANT R-12
THIS BULLETIN IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY
CAUTION:
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HANDLING SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN USING R-12. GLOVES AND EYE PROTECTION MUST BE USED. DO NOT SUBJECT R-12 TO HEAT OR OPEN FLAME, BURNING R-12 WILL CREATE A NOXIOUS GAS.
As concerns for the environment increase, more stringent federal, state and local regulations are being placed on the automotive industry. Subaru of America is also concerned with the Earth's environment. One of our obvious concerns is the use and recovery of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) base compound, commonly known as R-12 used in automobile air conditioners. R-12 can escape into the atmosphere during A/C service. It reacts chemically with the ozone layer causing depletion. Since the ozone layer shields the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation, the U.S., and other countries of the world, met in August of 1987 in Montreal and signed a treaty called the "Montreal Protocol" to reduce the amount of ozone-depleting chemicals produced. The long term effects of the release of CFC's is debatable, however, we do know the continual release will have an adverse effect on the Earth's ozone layer. As the ever growing cost of developmental research for alternative refrigerants continues, it's now more important than ever before to consider cost-effective means for the recovery and recycling of refrigerant R-12.
Many states have legislation pending which will mandate the recycling of R-12. You should familiarize yourself with the pending laws in your area.
SOA recommends the use of the Kent-Moore ACR3 recycling system. We have found this system to be efficient and user-friendly. To assist dealers in the purchase of this unit, SOA has made special pricing arrangements with Kent-Moore. Prior to operation we recommend that the dealer thoroughly review the manufacturer's instruction manual.
Dealers may contact Kent-Moore or place orders at 1-800-345-2233.
Flat Rate Information
Recycling of R-12 can be claimed under the Limited Subaru Warranty using the following information, in conjunction with Operation Number C010-101 DISCHARGE, LEAK TEST, EVACUATE AND CHARGE (A/C System) located in the Subaru Flat Rate Manual Section 0, Accessories.
ITEM DESCRIPTION/ OPERATION LABOR
FAILURE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTIONS TIME
N/A C010-105 A/C Refrigerant 0.3 hours
Recovery and Recycling