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Tools
4.0 INSTALLATION
4.1 Tools and Refrigerant
4.1.1 Tools Required for
Installing and Servicing
R-410A Models
Manifold Sets:
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Manifold Hoses:
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Recovery Cylinders:
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CAUTION: R-410A systems operate
at higher pressures than R-22 systems. Do not use
R-22 service equipment or components on R-410A
equipment.
4.1.2 Specifications of R-410A
Application: R-410A is not a drop-in
replacement for R-22. Equipment designs must
accommodate its higher pressures. It cannot be
retrofitted into R-22 heat pumps.
Physical Properties: R-410A has an atmospheric
boiling point of -62.9°F [-52.7°C] and its saturation
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Composition: R-410A is a near-azeotropic
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Pressure: The pressure of R-410A is
approximately 60% (1.6 times) greater than
R-22. Recovery and recycle equipment, pumps,
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ratings appropriate for R-410A. Manifold sets need
to range up to 800 psig [5,516 kPa] high-side and
250 psig [1,724 kPa] low-side with a 550 psig
[3,792 kPa] low-side retard. Hoses need to have
a service pressure rating of 800 psig [5,516 kPa].
Recovery cylinders need to have a 400 psig [2,758
kPa] service pressure rating, DOT 4BA400 or DOT
BW400.
Combustibility: At pressures above 1
atmosphere, a mixture of R-410A and air can
become combustible. R-410A and air should
never be mixed in tanks or supply lines or
be allowed to accumulate in storage tanks.
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4.1.3 Quick-Reference Guide
for R-410A
• R-410A refrigerant operates at approximately
60% higher pressure (1.6 times) than R-22.
Ensure that servicing equipment is designed to
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• R-410A refrigerant cylinders are light rose in
color.
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POE oil used in R-410A systems.
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refrigerants. Prior to March 1999, R-410A
refrigerant cylinders had a dip tube. These
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charging. Post-March 1999 cylinders do not have
a dip tube and should be inverted to ensure liquid
charging of the equipment.
• Do not install a suction line filter drier in the liquid line.
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holding capacity if the system is properly
evacuated.
• Desiccant (drying agent) must be compatible for
POE oils and R-410A refrigerant.
Ambient and Tube
Thermometers
Manifold
Gauge
Set
Brazing
Rods
Torch Nitrogen
Reclaimer
Recovery
Cylinders
Allen Wrench
Crescent Wrench