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Refrigerant Oil R134A, Distribution






A/C Refrigerant System Capacities

Refrigerant Oil R134a, Distribution

The total refrigerant oil quantity is distributed in the refrigerant circuit as follows:

Compressor approximately 50%

Condenser approximately 10%

Suction pipe approximately 10%

Discharge pipe --

Evaporator approximately 20%

Receiver drier approximately 10%

When replacing refrigerant circuit components, fill an appropriate amount of refrigerant oil (as indicated above) into the new part before installation.