Conduct Refrigerant Leak Test Politeknik

CHASIS (AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM)
TITLE : CONDUCT REFRIGERANT LEAK TEST 2.2.3
INTRODUCTION
Refrigerant leaks must be found and rectified as a low refrigerant charge will cause system
damage; Air and moisture can enter a system at the leak point and cause internal components
to corrode.Compressor lubrication depends on refrigerant circulation.Refrigerant helps cool
the compressor.
EQUIPMENT
 Pressure gauge
 Halide torch
 Nitrogen cylinder
 Soap solution
 Electronic detector
 Split unit air conditioning
SAFETY PRECAUTION
 Wear safety boots
 Safety gloves
 Safety googles
PROCEDURE
Visual leak detection
When a refrigerant leak occurs, it is common in some cases for the lubricant oil to escape
with the rerigerant.The pressure of oil and enrusted dust around hose fittings, joints and
components will indicates a leakage point.
Soap solution
A mixture of dishwashing liquid and water applied around the A/C system pipes and fittings
will form bubbles at the leakage points.
Electronic leak detector

These leak detectors operate in various ways.The most common being that when the unit is
turned on, a low ticking sound can be heard and once the probe locates a leak, the ticking
sound increases to a high pitched noise.This can be achieved by moving the sensing tip
slowly around the underside of components and fittings at a distance of approximately
5mm.DO NOT allow the sensing tip to contact components of fitiings as false readings and
tip damage will occur.
Important Notes:
-Only use a detector designed to sense the refrigerant in the A/C system you are testing;
-Always clean dirt and grime from the section you are testing otherwise the sensing tip will
be clogged;
-Regularly check the detectors sensitivity by sampling a small leak of refrigerant from a
charging port Shrader valve;
-Never allow the tip to contact the components being checked;
-Always check under fittings or components as refrigerant is heavier than air;
-Check for refrigerant leaks out of the wind;
-Check for refrigerant leaks with engine stopped.
Ultraviolet fluorescent system
A fluorescent coloured dye is injected into the A/C system and allowed to circulate, then a
specially designed ultraviolet lamp is passed over each components in the A/C system.If a
leak is evident, the coloured dye glows bright.This method is exceptionally good for pin
pointing a small leak.
Important notes:
-It is advisable to ask the customer to return in approximately one week time as the dye could
take longer to emerge if the A/C system has a small leak.
-Check with the A/C manufacturer to see if these dyes are suitable, and will not damage the
A/C system components, such as filter direr desiccant.Failure to do so could void the
manufacturer warranty.
-Always check manufacturer’s recommendations prior to using this methods.
RESULTS
Soup Solution
Observation
The appropriate process can be used to remove water or other liquids from liquid based
mixtures. This process of evaporation is widely used. In the concentration process, the goal
of evaporation is to vaporize most of the water from a solution which contains the desired
product.
An evaporator/evaporative-process can be used for separating liquid chemicals as well as
to salvage solvents.
Ultraviolet fluorescent system

Leakage location Color Leakage type
Aircond compressor Yellowish green Small
Pressure Method
Faulty Ac Unit Normal Ac Unit Note/Observation
Initial Pressure 35psi low side - Weak compressor
75psi high side
Final Pressure 35psi low side - Weak compressor
75psi high side
Discussion
 The problem we’ve encountered during the practical session was the aircond system
had a gas leak. By using a syringe to inject the UV liquid into the aircond system, we
managed to find the leak located at the air cond compressor.
Conclusion
 We can conclude that the air conditioning system does not only cools the cabin,in
removes dust and dirt,leaving only with fresh air. It is also necessary to check the air
cond system for leaks as it may lead to the loss of refrigerant as well as environmental
hazards.
REFERRENCES
 How to Repair Automotive Air-Conditioning & Heating Systems. Jerry Clemons.
Oct 9 2019
 High-Performance Automotive Cooling Systems. John Kershaw EdD PhD.
Jun 17, 2019
 How to Air Condition Your Hot Rod. Jack L. Chisenhall. 2010

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Electronic leak detector

Ultraviolet fluorescent system

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