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COMPRESSOR TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (Continued)
SYMPTOMS CAUSE
REMEDY
7. Compressor leaks A. Improperly installed plugs A. Check torque of fittings and plugs and tighten as
coolant. and coolant line fittings. necessary. Over torqued fittings and plugs can
crack the head or block casting.
B. Freeze cracks due to B. Test antifreeze and strengthen as necessary.
improper antifreeze Check coolant flow through compressor to as
strength. sure the proper antifreeze mixture reaches the
compressor.
C. Faulty compressor C. If casting porosity is detected, replace the com-
(porous castings). pressor.
8. Compressor head A. Restricted discharge line. A. Clear restriction or replace line.
gasket failure.
B. Loose head bolts B. Tighten evenly to a torque of 265-292 inch
pounds.
C. Faulty compressor or head C. Check for rough or poorly machined head or
gasket. block surfaces. Replace compressor as
necessary.
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