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Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

ABELLANA NATIONAL SCHOOL

COMPETENCY-BASED
LEARNING MATERIAL
GRADE 9

RAC SERVICING NC1

 MODULE 10

QUALIFICATION TITLE : RAC SERVICING (WINDOW-TYPE

AIRCON/DOMESTIC REF) NC1

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : SERVICE AND MAINTAIN

DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION UNIT

MODULE TITTLE : SERVICING AND MAINTAINING

DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION UNIT

NOMINAL DURATION : 32 HRS.

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WHAT IS THIS MODULE ABOUT?

This module covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes in

maintaining the normal performance and increasing the life span of
domestic refrigeration units.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

After completing this module, you should be able to:

a. clean repair evaporator and condenser coils,

b. service refrigeration circuit,
c. service electrical control and wiring.

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Let’s find out how much you already know about servicing
domestic refrigeration unit.

PRETEST
Directions: Read the questions carefully. Choose the letter of the correct
answer and write it on a separate sheet of paper.

1. It is called a freezer, cooling coil, or chiller of the refrigeration

unit.
a. Evaporator
b. Condenser
c. Capillary tube
d. Heat exchanger

2. A type of evaporator that admits the flow of the refrigerants in

dry vapor.
a. Flooded type
b. Wall type
c. Dry or direct expansion type
d. Fin type

3. What type of evaporator is applied to an upright freezer?

a. Wall type
b. Shelf type
c. Shell type
d. Fin type

4. This is the device used for removing heat inside the refrigeration
system.
a. Evaporator
b. Discharge line
c. Charging port
d. Condenser

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5. It is type of condenser used on window-type air conditioner.
a. Water cooled
b. Air cooled
c. Evaporative
d. Condensate

6. In cleaning the refrigerator evaporator surfaces, we use _______

a. Soap powder and water
b. Kerosene
c. Gasoline
d. Lye solution

7. It is an equipment used in cleaning evaporator or condenser

coils thus removing air dust and foreign material.
a. Vacuum pump
b. Recovery machine
c. Air compressor
d. Leak detector

8. It is process of removing grease or lubricants by soaking objects

into alkaline solution.
a. Caustic solution
b. Emulsification
c. Solvent cleaning
d. Saponification

9. This is the coolant of domestic refrigeration and air conditioning

units which aim to absorb heat cooling.
a. Solvent
b. Refrigerant
c. Lye
d. Gasoline

10. In flushing the tube system, we use the _________________ to

unclogged dirt and rust inside the tube system.
a. Lye
b. Gasoline
c. Lacquer thinner
d. Refrigerant

11. ODS means ___________________

a. Ozone Degrading System
b. Ozone Damage System
c. Ozone Danger Substances
d. Ozone Depleting Substances

12. It is a device that traps unboiled refrigerant preventing

damage to the compressor.
a. Evaporator
b. Accumulator
c. Filter drier
d. Compressor
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13. In the refrigeration process, high pressure refrigerant yields
____________
a. low pressure gas
b. low pressure liquid
c. high pressure gas
d. cold vapor

14. The simplest and economical way of leak testing a unit is

____________
a. Using pressurized gas
b. Using leak detector
c. Using soap suds
d. Colored chemicals

15. Ambient temperature means ______________

a. Cold temperature
b. Warm temperature
c. Inside temperature
d. Surrounding temperature

16. What range in the multi-tester are we going to use in checking

the Overload Protector?
a. R x 1k
b. R x 1
c. R x 10
d. R x 100k

17. It is an electrical part of a refrigerator which controls the

temperature inside the cabinet.
a. Relay
b. O.L.P.
c. Thermostat
d. Motor Compressor

18. It acts as a shield in the common wiring of the motor

compressor from over current flow.
a. Relay
b. Thermostat
c. Capacitor
d. O.L.P.

19. It is an electrical device which aims to stabilize motor speed

and current flow.
a. O.L.P.
b. Relay
c. Thermostat
d. Motor Compressor

20. The unit for measuring current is_____________.

a. Volts c. Watts
b. Amperes d. Ohms
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LESSON 1

CLEANING AND REPAIRING EVAPORATOR AND CONDENSER COILS

(DOMESTIC REFRIGERATOR)

WHAT IS THE LESSON ABOUT?

The lesson deals on how to clean and repair evaporator and

condenser coils of a domestic refrigerator in order to achieve maximum
efficiency and performance of the unit.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. identify types and classification of evaporators or condenser

coils,
2. enumerate cleaning and rinsing solutions,
3. perform cleaning of evaporator/condenser coils using high
pressure washer,
4. demonstrate basic repair on refrigerator evaporator or
condenser coil troubles,
5. apply safety on performance of the task.

LET’S STUDY

Emulsification – the process by which solid are melted by mixing

them with liquids.
Flushing – is the process of complete coil cleaning using solvents
to free the tubes from rust, dirt and impurities.
Vacuuming – is the process of removing dirt, air, and moisture
inside the tube system. It is usually done before recharging
refrigerant in the system.
Saponification – it is the process of removing grease or lubricants
by soaking objects into alkaline solution

EVAPORATOR

Evaporator is a part of the refrigerator tube system which the

liquid refrigerant is changed into vapor by absorbing the heat. It
is sometimes called cooling oil, unit cooler, freezer and liquid
cooler.

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Two main types of Evaporator

1. Flooded type – A flooded type evaporator is

arranged with a tank or a surge drum called
accumulator which is located above the coil so
that the inside of the evaporator is full or
flooded with refrigerant.

2. Dry type – A dry type evaporator is a

refrigerant control device that admits only
enough liquid refrigerant s to be completely
evaporated by the time it reaches the outlet of
the coil. All refrigerants leave the coil in dry
state, which is called, a dry vapor.

Classification of Evaporators

1. Shell Type

2. Shelf Type

3. Wall Type

4. Fin Type

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CONDENSER

Condenser is a device that transfers heat from the refrigeration

system to the atmosphere. It is the door through which the
unwanted heat flows out of the system.

Types of condenser

1. Air – cooled condenser

2. Water – cooled condenser

3. Evaporative condenser

Classification of condenser

1. Finned – Static (Natural Convection)

2. Finned – Force Convection

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 3. Wire – Static Convection

4. Plate – Static

IDENTIFYING, CLEANING AND RINSING SOLVENTS/SOLUTIONS

A good cleaning material for refrigerator system removes oil, grease

and sludge. The method of cleaning to be followed must remove moisture
and not injure the parts of the unit nor harm the user.

Procedure in Cleaning or Rinsing (Applied) Refrigeration System

Accessories:

1. Clean parts of a refrigerator using soap and

water, kerosene, gasoline and carbon
tetrachloride.

2. Clean the refrigerator body and compressor

housing by scrubbing using brush
then wash it with water.

3. Plastic parts should be cleaned gently with

soft bristle or cloth with the use of water
mixed with a few milliliters of vinegar.

NOTE: Do not use gasoline or thinner in

cleaning plastics.

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4. Soiled parts can be easily cleaned using
kerosene and rubbing the dirt off with a
brush. Corroded metal parts may be cleaned
using a rust converter and a steel brush.

5. Clean the evaporator and capillary tubes

using liquid tetrachloride

WARNING: The American Standards

Association cautions that constant contact of
this substance with the skin may be toxic to
user.

6. Clean and flush the tube system using R-123

and lacquer thinner.

7. Clean and remove oil from coated pieces

using solvents by immersion process.

8. Clean and remove grease or lubricants

made from vegetable oils by soaking the
pieces in alkali solution. This process is
called saponification.

9. Clean and remove process solids by

melting and mixing it with water. The
process solid are melted by mixing them
with liquids is called emulsification.

10. Cleaning and removing grease by oil

exposing the pieces into hot water or steam.

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 11. Clean and remove grease using caustic
solution.

PRESSURE WASHING THE FINNED EVAPORATOR

Dirt insulates the fin type evaporator or condenser, thus hampers

the cooling and heat transfer. The fins and coil of the condenser or
evaporator must be cleaned so that the airflow though the coils will not
be insulated from the fin or plate area and there will be efficient transfer
of heat.

Procedure in Pressure Washing the Finned Evaporator

1. Set the pressure regulator of the air

compressor, nitrogen or carbon dioxide
at 60.9 kg./cm by turning the pressure
regulator valve handle clockwise, as
shown by the arrow in the picture

2. Slowly work the spray up and down the

fins.

3. Direct the spray nozzle so that it is

parallel to the fins. Do not spray at an
angle to the fins because they could be
bent and may cause damage to the coil.

4. Bring the spray nozzle up in a vertical

angle with the fins and the cross about
2.54 cm. Bring the nozzle down and
repeat the up and down movement of
the spray.

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 5. Keep repeating the spraying pattern until the entire coiled is
covered.

If the air compressor, soap and water spray fail to thoroughly

clean the evaporator, a portable steam cleaner may be used. The
steam jet should be sprayed with the same technique as the
compressed gas and soap and water cleaning. The fins may be
easily straightened with wide-nose pliers.

BASIC REPAIR OF REFRIGERATION UNIT EVAPORATOR OR

CONDENSER COIL TROUBLES.

Leaky Aluminum Evaporators

For aluminum evaporators, repair with
aluminum silver, aluminum braze, aluminum
weld of a special epoxy.

1. Locate the leak.

2. Recover or discharge the refrigerant.
3. Clean the metal around the leak with a cloth or brush.

4. Using a file or sandpaper, remove the hard surface oxide.

5. Braze or weld the leak using oxy-acetylene.

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 6. Polish the weld or clean the brazed joints using
sandpaper.

7. Connect the evaporator tubes (both ends) by brazing

process. Watch out for leak using the gauge manifold
(compound). Recharge the system with refrigerant.

8. Test for leaks: If leak is detected, repeat brazing.

9. Apply 5’s after the task.

- SORTING
- SANITIZING
- SWEEPING
- SYSTEMATIZING
- SELF DISCIPLINE

REPAIR CLOGGING BY FLUSHING THE CONDENSER TUBE SYSTEM

Flushing is a refrigeration word that means complete coil cleaning

using solvents to free the tubes from rust, dirt and impurities.

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Procedure in Flushing the Condenser Tubes:

1. Remove the condenser or evaporator from the cabinet.

2. Adapt a 1/4” flare nut at one end of the condenser coil.
3. Adapt a hose with a 1/4” union and connect it to a compressor.
4. Pour lacquer thinner inside the tube.
5. Cover the end of the condenser and start the motor compressor.
Hold it tightly until the pressure is irresistible then release the
pressure.
6. Do the flushing until clean thinner comes out.

LET’S REMEMBER

Cleaning and repairing evaporator and condenser coils of a domestic

refrigeration unit entail a very critical aspect with regards to the
performance efficiency of the unit. It is a must that practitioner of this
course understand the basic cleaning and repairing procedures of
refrigeration units.

HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?

Activity #1

Enumeration. List down what is asked in the following. Write your

answers on a separate sheet of paper

1–4 Classification of Condenser

5–7 Types of Condenser
8–9 Types of Evaporator
10 – 13 Classification of evaporator
14 – 20 List down different cleaning materials for DOM RAC

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LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

1. Perform cleaning of the evaporator or condenser coils using

pressure washer. (using rubrics/assessment criteria)
2. Perform Flushing on the condenser coils (using rubrics or
assessment criteria.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA (1)

Rubrics:

Cleaning of Evaporator or Condenser using Pressure Washer

Unit of Competency Point Raw Raw Total

System Reduction Score Score
(100pts.)
1. Handing/use of
tools instruments, 20pts.
equipment and
materials
(Application)
2. Cleaning process 40pts.
3. Applied safety
techniques in 20pts.
cleaning
evaporator/condens
er
4. SPPED 20pts.

Note: 2 points deduction in every mistake or error made during the

performance assessment.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA (2)

Flushing Condenser Tubes

Point Raw Raw Total

System Reduction Score Score
(100pts.)
1. Handling or use of 20 pts.
tools instruments,
equipment and
materials
(Application)
2. Flushing the 40 pts.
condenser (process)
3. Applied safety 20 pts.
techniques in
flushing process.
4. SPEED 20 pts

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RESOURCES:

Equipment, Materials and Tools

- Air conditioning unit

- Refrigeration unit
- Service manuals
- High pressure washer
- Cleaning agent
Liquid soap
Soap powder
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Kerosene
- Gasoline
- Wire brush
- Steel brush
- Cloth
- Refrigerant container
- Chemical, solvent
- Tube cutter
- Sand paper
- Paint brush
- Compressor
- Silver aluminum rod
- Leak detector
- Manifold gauge
- Vacuum pump
- Aluminum tube
- Sample evaporator/condenser

REFERENCE:

Garupa, Melchor, Refrigerator Specialist Book 1 & 2, 1996

Garupa, Melchor, Refrigeration and Troubleshooting Mechanics
book 18, 1996
Althouse, Turnquist, Bracciano, Modern Refrigeration and Air
conditioning, 1986.
Garupa and Mangiliman, How to Repair Refs and Freezers,1996
TESDA Competency Based Learning Mareials, RAC Servicing,
NC1 (DOM RAC)
Refrigeration and Air conditioning of 3rd and 4th Year, Module 8,
SEDP Series
Joy Job Cabangon, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Tutorial
Guide, 1996.

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KEY TO CORRECTION:

(Pre-test) WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW?

1. a
2. b
3. c
4. d
5. b
6. a
7. a
8. d

(Activity #1) HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?

1. Finned static
2. Finned-forced convection
3. Wire-static convection
4. Plate static
5. Air-cooled
6. Water-cooled
7. Evaporative
8. Flooded type
9. Dry type
10. Shell type
11. Shelf type
12. Wall type
13. Fin type
14. Pressure washer kit
15. Lye solution
16. Solvents
17. Liquid soap
18. Powder soap
19. Paint brush
20. Alkali (chemical)

LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED?

1. Assessment/Performance criteria/Checklist.
2. Assessment/Performance criteria/Checklist.

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LESSON 2.

PERFORMING SERVICING OF REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT

WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?

The lesson deals on how to perform service refrigerant circuit of a

domestic refrigerator in order to achieve maximum efficient performance
of the unit.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. identify basic parts of the refrigerant circuit,

2. explain the refrigeration cycle (Operation),
3. gain insights on the significance of Clean Air Act, the Montreal
Protocol, and ozone depleting substance (ODS)
4. apply safe handling of refrigerants, tools and equipment,
5. perform servicing of refrigerant circuit instrument.

LET’S STUDY

Ambient - Surrounding air or atmosphere

ODS - Ozone Depleting Substance
ODP - Ozone Depleting Potential
Toxic - Poisonous
Non Toxic - Non Poisonous
Depletion - Destruction, Impedance
Refrigeration - The process of heat dissipation and heat absorption.

PARTS OF THE REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT

A refrigerant is a fluid that

easily boils at a lower temperature.
It absorbs heat in the evaporator
and discharges it into the
condenser.

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Compressor – It is referred to as the “heart” of the system. It is
responsible for keeping the refrigerant moving in the system by
compression process.

Evaporator – It is a coil of tube where that heat being absorbed in order

that it may be moved and transferred to the condenser.

Condenser – It is also a coil of tubes where heat is being absorbed in the

evaporator discharges into the atmosphere.

Refrigerant Flow Control Device (RFC) – It is the metering device that

controls the flow of refrigerant to the evaporator.

Accumulator – Its primary function is to trap the unboiled refrigerants

preventing it from entering the compressor.

Filter Drier – This device is used to clean or screen all impurities that
may enter the tubing.

Heat Exchanger - It is a device which vaporizes the “Flash gas” That may
escape from the accumulator.

THE REFRIGERATION CYCLE

At point one, as the low pressure liquid refrigerant moves

through the cooling oil or evaporator; it picks up heat from the
foods placed inside the refrigeration cabinet. As the liquid
refrigerants absorb heat, it changes into vapor. It is then drawn
to the compressor.
At point 2, the low pressure gas refrigerant is drawn into the
compressor where it is subjected to a higher pressure due to the
compression process done by the piston or cylinder unit of the
compressor. As a result of being compressed the low-pressure
gas refrigerant increases its pressure and its temperature.
At point 3, the high pressure gas refrigerant passes to the
condenser where heat is charged and the vapor changes back to
liquid; however, this liquid is still at high-pressure.
At point 4, the high-pressure liquid refrigerant passes through
the capillary tube (RFC), thus the pressure immediately. That
pressure decrease lowers temperature of the liquid refrigerant
even more and it is now ready up more heat.
The entire cycle is repeated.
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Significance of Clean Air Act, Montreal Protocol and Ozone Depleton
Substance (ODS) to the Study.

 Republic Act no. 8749, known as the “Clean Air Act of 1999”,
RA8749 is intended to formulate a holistic national program
on Air pollution. DENR is the head agency but cooperates
with other government agencies as well as with industry and
related non-government organizations. The clean air act’s
primary focus on ambient air quality, but it is applicable to
all other pollutants including ODS.
 The Montreal Protocol on substance that deplete the ozone
layer is an agreement among 129 countries, including the
Philippines, that limits the production, application are use of
the most common ozone depleting substances, like
Chlorofloro Carbons and provides for the Phase-out of these
chemicals under the Montreal Protocol, the Philippines is
committed to phase out the country’s Chlorofloro Carbon
consumption by:
National CFC PHASE-OUT PLAN
Year Percentage
2005 50%
2007 85%
2010 100%

 Ozone Depleting Substance (ODS) Ozone depletion is the loss

of the blocking effects of the ozone layer. Against UV rays
from the sun. The continuous use of the ozone depleting
substances (ODS) like CFC and Halons destroy the ozone
layer.

This ozone depleting substance is used in the wide range of

household and industrial uses as follows:

As refrigerants for Refs and Air Conditioners.

As blowing agents in the production of foams
As propellant in aerosol sprays
As fire fighting agent in fire extinguishers.
As cleaning solvent.

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 Examples of the Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC’s)
Halons
Hydro Chlorofluorocarbon (HCFC’s)
Other mine Chemicals
Methyl Bromine

SAFETY HANDLING OF REFRIGERANTS

Precautions in Handling Refrigerants

1. Never drop or bump the cylinders (refrigerant tank)

2. Never heat the cylinders with open flame
3. Recovering/recycling machine should be utilized to accommodate a
refrigerant that is exposed during the servicing process.
4. When flushing contaminated gases in the system, care must be
done to prevent eyes and skin from contact.
5. Never fill the service cylinder to the brim (always limit to 80% liquid
full).
6. Never open or purge any unit if the place is not ventilated.
7. Never use any refrigerant which is not designed for a certain
compressor.
8. Never overcharge the system because it may damage the
compressor and motor.

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SERVICING OF REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT

Replacing the filter drier.

Replacing the capillary tube
Leak testing tube system
Replacing condenser

HOW TO REPLACE THE CAPILLARY TUBE?

1. Disengage the filter from the condenser portion and slowly

purge out the refrigerant inside the tube system.
2. Then loosen the screws of the evaporator and remove breaker
frame of the cabinet.
3. When the evaporator is out of the cabinet, cut the capillary tube
from the evaporator and to leave about 1 foot long from the
evaporator connection where to couple the new capillary tube.
4. When cutting the capillary tube from the evaporator portion,
use hack saw blade to avoid closing the hole of the tube. If
using a side cutter, cont’ put hard pressure on it and try to
move the cutter up and down until it is cut. Do it slowly to be
sure of the desired cutting. See to it that the hole of the cut
portion is not closed (inside diameter).
5. Open the breaker frame gently.
6. When the breaker frame is open, remove the suction line where
the part of the capillary tube is joined. This can be pull out from
the suction line.
7. When this is done replace it with a new one of the same length
and size and wound it round the suction line in the same
manner. Wrap it with insulator tape tightly to make a heat
exchange.
8. Silver Braze the portion to connect the new capillary tube. Use a
piece of 1/8” copper tubes about an inch long as joint for the
two separate tubes. Then pinch off the sides.

REPLACING THE FILTER DRIER

How to Replace the Filter Drier

1. Open the caps of the replacement filter.

2. Connect the coupling of the evaporator.
3. Then connect the coupling of the condenser.
4. Then apply pressure for the leak test.
5. Watch out if the 15-30 psi will drop after 30 minutes.

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 6. If the result is positive, purge the refrigerant and vacuum the
system.

REPLACING THE CONDENSER

Steps to follow:
1. Remove the leak condenser from the back of the cabinet by
loosening the four screws and cut the portion connected the
discharge line. Allow about 3 to 4 inches allowance from the
motor compressor
2. Buy the exact size and length for the particular horse power.
Improper size of condenser may create problem.
3. When the new condenser is at hand, swage properly and silver
braze it with the discharge line of the compressor likewise the
filter drier.
4. After this, proceed to the vacuuming and recharging the unit.

- Vacuuming the refrigeration unit suing the vacuum prinp

- Need changing refrigerant to the refrigeration drit

LEAK TESTING THE REFRIGERATION TUBE SYSTEM

Ways of finding leaks:

1. Using pressurized gas (nitrogen refrigerant)

2. Using leak detectors
3. Using soap suds
4. Colored chemicals

Tips of Spotting leaks:

1. Presence of oil tubes, evaporator plate and end of filter

(connector), means leak is present.

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 Note: When there is a leak, refrigerant escape with some oil. But
if leak happens for a long period of time, oil may dry up. To spot
it, apply new pressure and place soapsuds on suspected areas.

2. Half icing can also mean refrigerant is leaking.

3. No heating of condenser while the motor is running.
4. No icing on the evaporator oils.
5. Oozing sound.

LET’S REMEMBER

In servicing refrigerant circuit of a domestic refrigeration unit, we

must consider the safety aspects involved in every procedures and
operations of tools, instrument, and equipment.

HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?

Activity #1 Identification through Illustrations.

- Draw the basic parts of the refrigerant circuit (Tube system)

Activity #2 Enumeration. List down what is asked in the

following statement.
1-5 examples of ODS (substance)

LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

1. Perform replacing of ref regulator condenser coils (using

rubrics/assessment criteria
Procedures Observation
Checklist
Yes No N/A
1. Remove the following leaky condenser from the
back of the cabinet by loosing the four screws and cut
the portion connecting the discharge line. Allow about
3 to 4 inches from the motor compressor.
2. Buy the exact size and length for the particular
horse power.
3. When the new condenser is at hand, swage
properly and silver braze it with discharge line of the
compressor likewise the filter driver.
4. After this proceed to the vacuuming and
recharging

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RESOURCES:

Copper tube ¼” , 3/16”

Refrigerator
Fin type condenser
Manuals
Specifications
Tube cutter
Sand paper
Vacuum pump
Silver rod
Oxy-acetylene kit
Silver flux
Flaring tools
Swaging tools
Gauge manifold
Refrigerant tank (R12)

KEY TO CORRECTION:

WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Pretest:
9. b
10. c
11. d
12. b
13. c
14. c
15. d

HOW MUCH YOU HAVE LEARNED?

Activity #1

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 Activity #2

1. Aerosols
2. Fire extinguisher
3. CFC’s
4. Styrofor (burnt)
5. Plastics (burnt)

LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

1. Assessment/Performance criteria/checklist

REFERENCES:

Melchor Garupa, Refrigerator Specialist book 1 & 1, 1996

Melchor Garupa, Refrigeration Troubleshooting Mechanics book
18, 1996
Althouse/Turquist/Braciano, Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning, 2000
Garupa and Mangaliman, How to Repair Refs and Freezers
Joy job Cabangon, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Tutorial
Guide, 1996

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LESSON 3.

SERVICING ELECTRICAL CONTROL AND WIRING

WHAT IS THE LESSON ABOUT?

The lesson deals on how to service electrical control and wiring in

order to achieve maximum efficiency and performance of the unit.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. identify electrical testing instrument used in servicing basic

electrical controls and wiring,
2. perform testing and checking at electrical controls,
3. interpret basic electrical symbols,
4. service and maintenance defective electrical components,
5. apply safety practices and precaution in servicing the
refrigeration electrical components.

LET US STUDY

Multi - Multiple functions

Troubleshooting - The Process of Identifying defects in the system
Stabilizer - Equalize, Parallel, Exact
Shorted - Electrical term meaning inter connected live wiring
terminals
Resistance - Opposition of current flow.
Continuity Reading - Ohm Reading when system is checked and of
positive depletion in the tester

Identifying Electrical Test Instrument used in Servicing Basic

Electrical Controls

Electrical test instrument

1. Multi-tester
This is an electrical
instrument used in
troubleshooting electrical
problems in the ref. system

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Basic Parts of a Multi-tester

1. Zero Corrector indicator - This is a part of the multi-tester

where to adjust the pointer if not in the extreme zero line at the
left side.
2. Ohms adjusting knob – a part of the tester used in adjusting
the pointer to the extreme zero line at the right side.
3. Indicator pointer – is the finger of the tester used to indicate
the reading.
4. Range selector switch – is a switching knob used in selecting
what range to be used.
5. Face plate – is a panel where actual reading is seen.
6. Test prods – are cords with pins used in testing outlets or
electrical components.
7. Range panel plate – is panel for selecting a certain range. It
can be volts, resistance, etc.
8. Female receptacles (Negative and Positive) – these are two
holes where to insert the test prods.

Care for Multi-tester

1. Never Drop the Multi-tester, it may ruin the inside mechanical

parts (meter)
2. Never expose it to water or moisture.
3. Always set the range selection knob to 1000 Volts if not in use.
4. Never test Voltage if the selector range is in resistance.
5. Replace the battery if used for a longer period of time.

Measuring Voltage using the Multi-tester

Steps to follow:

1. Set the range selector switch to 250 volts Alternating Current.

2. Poke the test prods into their respective terminals. Red for P
and black for N.
3. Insert the other ends of the test prods to the convenient outlet.
If there is Voltage, then there must be a reading either 220
Volts, 240 Volts of lesser depending on the Voltage function.

Measuring Resistance using the Multi-tester

Steps to follow:

1. When the test prods are poked in their respective female

receptacles, set the selector knob switch to R x1, then adjust to
zero Ohm line at the extreme right.
Note: 2 prods must be shorted
2. Next is test the resistance by poking the test prods to the
respective terminals of the electrical component. If the
resistance in a given circuit is 10 Ohms x1 = 10 Ohms.

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 3. The resistance in a given circuit depends on the multiplier
according to its use.

2. Clamp-on-Ammeter

It is an electrical instrument used to measure

current (Amperes) reading. This is called
Clamp-on-Ammeter because this is Clamp on
one line only in a circuit.

Basic parts of a Clamp-Ammeter

1. Jaws – are two movable levers where to hook the line.

2. Trigger – is a push-on device to open the jaws.
3. Zero Correction Indicator – is an adjusting scale to correct the
pointer.
4. Face plate – is the dial scale where the reading is seen.
5. Selector switch panel – is part of the front panel where the
range for amperes or voltages are located.
6. Indicator pointer – this is the hand that points the reading
7. Measuring terminals – are female receptacles of the test prods.
8. Snap-on-strap – this is a hand strap to prevent the tester from
falling.
9. Lock – is a part of the tester that holds a particular reading the
user wants.
10. Range selector knob – a switch used in selecting range: Volts,
Amperes or resistance.

Application of Clamp-ammeter

1. Press the trigger to open the jaw

2. Push the lock switch to look ampere reading

3. Clamp the ammeter to the circuitry

(between line 1 and line 2)

Care for the Clamp-on-Ammeter

1. Never allow the Clamp-Ammeter to fall.

2. Always adjust the selector range to high voltage if not in use.
3. Never expose the tester to heat or moisture.
4. Don’t bring the Clamp-on-Ammeter in an upside down position
this may damage the meter.
5. Keep this tester away from reach of small children.
6. Don’t let anybody use your Clamp tester except those whom you
trust and knows how to use it.

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BASIC REFRIGERANT SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
Basic refrigeration electrical symbols

SAMPLE OF REFRIGERATOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM.

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Steps/ways connecting 3-leads out ref.

You have connected the three wires at the back of the refrigerator.

1. Get the Ohmmeter, adjust the range to x1 ohm and zero-in the
pointer
2. Find the C, S, and R. It is usually standard.
3. Connect C to O.L.P., then to L1.
4. Push-on the current relay to s and R, then to thermostat, then
to L2.

The three wires are actually the wire from bulb, from the
thermostat, and from the line where both the bulb and
thermostat are connected in parallel. We can call it common
terminal, while the two are the bulb terminal and thermostat
terminal.

HOW TO FIND COMMON, BULB, AND THERMOSTAT TERMINALS OF

A DOMESTIC REFRIGERATOR (3-LEADS OUT)

1. Turn-off both bulb switch and thermostat.

2. Place the test prods to all terminals one after the other.

Example: The terminals are numbered with 1, 2, and 3.

- Place the test prods to 1 and 2, open the switch (no
deflection of pointer) turn-off the switch. Open the
thermostat (no deflection of pointer), turn-off. The
remaining terminal which is no. 3 is therefore the
common terminal.
- From no. 3 terminal which is the common, place one test
prod and the other to either 1 to 2. If you place it to 2 and
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 open the thermostat and the pointer will deflect, then
when the bulb switch is opened and no deflection of the
pointer occurs, 2 is the T terminal. Automatically the
third, which is 1, is the B terminal.

3. After finding the C, B, And T terminals, connect the common

terminal to line 1, the thermostat terminal to current relay, and
the bulb terminal to line 2.

How to check if the connection is correct

CHECKING/TESTING REF. ELECTRICAL CONTROLS

HOW TO FIND COMMON, START, AND RUN OF A MOTOR

COMPRESSOR

1. Get the ohmmeter, adjust your selector range to x1: short-

circuit the rest prods and adjust the ohm-zero-adjuster.

2. Get a piece of paper and sketch the terminals: place

corresponding numbers on every terminal.
3. Take the resistance reading between the three terminals such as
1-2, 1-3 and 2-3.

EXAMPLE: 1-2 = 15 ohms

1-3 = 3 ohms
2-3 = 18 ohms

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 4. Get the highest reading among the three: 2-3 = 18 ohms- you
are in between the start (S) and run (R) terminals, but we
cannot judge yet which of the two is the start (S) and run (R).
- The remaining terminal is 1 which is automatically the
common (C).
5. From common (C) to other terminals such 1-2 = 15 ohms; 1-3 =
3 ohms, the highest between the two is terminal 1-2 = 15 ohms;
therefore no. is the start (S) terminal, and the remaining is the
run (R), no. 3.
6. Lever the terminals. Usually called “STANDARD” C is above S is
on the left R is on the right.

CHECKING CURRENT OR PUSH-ON TYPE RELAY

1. Get ohmmeter, put the selector range knob to x1 ohm and

adjust the pointer to zero-ohm adjuster knob.
2. Place your test prods one on the R connection and the other to
the side of the relay. Find out if there is, continuity. If none, the
relay is defective. If there is, continue the test.
3. Then place the other test prod from the screw to the S
connection.

4. Invert the relay up-side-down without removing the test prod on

the R connection. If the pointer of the ohmmeter is defected, the
relay is good: the relay is defective. Do it three or four times.

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 NOTE: In replacing a defective relay, be sure that the
replacement has the same specification, or it will not function.

CHECKING AN OVERLOAD PROTECTOR (O.L.P.)

1. Get ohmmeter and adjust the selector range knob to x1 ohm.

Zero-in the pointer by adjusting the zero-ohm adjuster knob.
2. Place the test prods to the terminals of O.L.P. There must be
continuity; if none, the O.L.P. is defective. O.L.P. is normally
closed.

3. Put a lighted match or candle at the bottom of the O.L.P.; wait

for 20-30 seconds. When you hear a “click” sound with the
deflection of the pointer from zero resistance to off-point, this is
possibility that the O.L.P. is good.
4. Remove the lighter match and wait for 15 or more seconds; if
you hear once more the clicking of the O.L.P. and the pointer
deflected to zero resistance, we can conclude that the O.L.P is
good.

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 NOTE: In replacing O.L.P. be sure that the replacement has the
same specification, or it will not function.

CHECKING THE THERMOSTAT

1. Get the ohmmeter and turn the selector range knob to x1 ohm;
adjust the zero-ohm adjuster knob for zero-in of the pointer.
2. Turn-off the thermostat and place the sensing bulb to a
container filled with ice.
3. Place the test prods to the terminals of the thermostat; no
deflection of the pointer.

4. Turn-on the knob to no. 1; the pointer will deflect to zero ohm
showing continuity.
5. While the sensing bulb remains in the cubes of ice, wait for 20
to 30 minutes. The pressure in the sensing bulb decrease, thus
opening the thermostat terminals that cause the deflection of
the pointer to off position. If the sensing bulb is removed from
the ice, after several minutes, the pointer will be defected to
zero-ohm showing that the thermostat is good. If it does not
deflect as what had been discussed above, the thermostat is
deflective.

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CHECKING THE CABINET BULB AND SWITCH

A. FOR BULB

1. Get the ohmmeter and turn the selector range knob to

x10 ohm; zero-in the pointer.
2. Place the test prods to the bulb as shown in the figure.
The pointer must deflect to resistance reading showing
that the bulb is good; if not deflection occurs, the bulb is
defective.

B. SWITCH

1. Get ohmmeter and turn the selector range to x1 ohm;

zero-in the pointer.
2. Place the test prods to the terminals; pointer will deflect
showing it is good; no deflection means it is deflective.
3. Push-on the button and the pointer will deflect to off
position; if this occurs it is good; if not, it is deflective.

REMEDY: It can be disassembled, the contact must be cleaned or

replacement of new switch is required.

Dew Point Heater Checkup

This heater is used to dry the accumulated moisture inside

the insulator situated between the inner and outer shells of the cabinet.
To test this component is set the range selector switch of the multi-tester
Rx10k .

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Service Cord

It is checked continuity test with the multi-tester range to RX1 .

Convenient Outlet

In checking this, the multi-tester is set to 250 volts AC range.

Fuse Box

In checking fuse we use the range RX1 of the multi-tester

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Checking the Capacitor

To check the Run capacitor, set the multi-tester to Rx 10k or Rx

10. If the run capacitor is good deflection to the right is shown and falls
back to zero line of the multi-tester.

SAFETY PRACTICE BEFORE SERVICING THE REFRIGERATION

ELECTRICAL PARTS AND COMPONENTS

Electrical troubles range at about 75% of the troubles made for

refrigeration units.

Reminders for safety in servicing

1. Never test the unit if the line is alive except reading the
clamp-on ammeter or voltmeter.
2. Set the multi-tester to its proper range setting before
using it to avoid damage of the instrument.
3. Never allow to work with uninsulated electrical wires.
4. Be sure to use the proper voltage on a particular motor. If
the motor is 110 volts use 110 volts not 220 or vice versa.
5. Always use the proper size of wires and fuses in the
circuit.
6. Always remove all electrical circuits. When silver brazing
compressor tubes, you may burn the wires.
7. If the capacitor is needed, always use capacitor with
higher volt rate that the working voltage of the motor. Like 5
mfg./300 Voltage Alternation Current. Not 5mfg./200 VAC
for 220 volts line.
8. Always use insulated pliers or any hand tool while on live
wires.

SERVICE AND REPAIR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Common Troubles and Remedy for a Defective Motor Compressor:

1. SHORT CIRCUITED:

If two sets of terminals have the same resistance value, such as

1-2 = 15 ohms; 1-3 = 15 ohms; and 2-3 = 3 ohms, you have a
short circuited motor.

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 REMEDY: Re-wind or replacement of the compressor

2. BURN OUT MOTOR OR OPEN CIRCUIT

If there is no resistance reading between one or two sets of

terminals such as:

1-2 = 15 ohms
1-3 = no reading
2-3 = no reading

You have a burnout or open circuit compressor

REMEDY: Re-winding or motor replacement.

3. GROUNDED

If there is reading resistance or continuity between the

terminals and the case metal or body, you have a grounded
motor.

REMEDY: Re-winding or motor replacement.

4. HIGH-AMPERE

After taking the resistance between the terminals and the CSR
is good, the piston is functioning, there is suction and
discharging, but the ammeter reading is too high beyond the

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 specification of the amperage of the motor, you have a high-
ampere motor trouble.

EXAMPLE: Motor Specification

Source - 220 V f = 60 cycle

Amp. - 13.5 HP – 2 hp

The specification is 13.5 amp. But the actual reading in the

ammeter is 18 amp. Your motor is with the high-ampere
trouble.

This means that the motor is getting more current than the
required one. One result of high-amperage is that the
compressor case or body may become too hot to handle that you
cannot hold it for 5 seconds. If can damage the winding and
results to motor burnout. Common causes of the high-ampere
trouble are defective mechanical parts or defective motor
winding.

REMEDY: Re-winding or motor replacement.

Servicing Motor Circuit

This motor circuit is specified on the internal motor connections.

This internal connection is about the two wires used in the motor
electrical design that makes it run. These are the RUN and START
windings. If one of the two is in trouble, the motor will fail to operate.
Usually the START winding is finer in diameter compared to the RUN. It
has more turns and much higher resistance. This is only used for stating
with the help of the starting relay. While the RUN winding, the diameter
of the wire is bigger and has lower RESISTANCE. It is in this wire that
current flows whenever the motor is in operation.

The usual problem motor is TRIPPING the term “tripping” means

the motor runs but after few minutes or seconds it stops. Usually, the
OLP clicks and its bimetal disk turn RED HOT.

To find out, use the clamp-on ammeter. Hook it in one line, then.
plug the service cord. Notice that the reading will be very high than its
normal current draws. If the motor is rated 1/8 horsepower 220 volts its
usual current is approximately 0.6 amps for new brands and 1.2 for
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older ones. For defective windings it may escalate to 2.0 amperes or more
then stops.

Another way of testing and servicing is using the multi-tester and

set it to Rx1. use the resistance check like finding the CSR, if the
readings do not conform to what is taught in topic suggested, then the
motor windings maybe shorted, partially burnout. This servicing is
confined on the motor windings only. If the motor is found to be
defective, then this is the time to replace the motor or rewind it.

Servicing Thermostat

This electrical component is one of the most important parts of the

refrigerator circuit because it lengthens the life of the motor. If this device
is in its proper functioning, the motor operates only 8 HOURS A DAY and
most of the time at rest.

Most of the customers’ complaint are: Our electrical bill is going

high, the motor won’t stop, motor won’t run and less refrigeration effect
etc. if the thermostat is the main suspect then proceed to checkup,
testing and servicing.

Steps to follow:

1. Check if the door sealing has ventilated space.

2. Note if the refrigerator is situated in a well ventilated space.
3. Find out if the thermostat setting is TOO LOW. Meaning it is set
to number 1 instead of 3 or 4. This depends on the climate and
the amount of food storage inside the cabinet.
4. Check if the switching sequence is stuck in open or close
position with the multi-tester.
5. If stucked in close or open position this must be replaced.
Loosen the two screws that hold from the range dial. Then
remove it from its electrical connection, unlock the clamp of the
sensor bulb from the evaporator plate, then slowly pull it out
from the cabinet.
6. To install it back the sensor bulb must be tied with a magnet
wire then slowly insert it inside the plastics tube until its end is
on the other side of the hole. Slowly pull it out until the sensor
bulb is out and clamp it on the evaporator plate where it was
situated.

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 7. Then reconnect the electrical connections and set it to its proper
range. Check it with the multi-tester if it responds to ON and
OFF position. Let the motor run and observe its proper cycling.

Servicing Overload Protector

This electrical device is connected along the COMMON terminal of

the motor. Its primary function is to free the common terminal from high
in rush of current during power fluctuation. Shorten brownouts that may
take minutes or seconds is dangerous to the motor windings. This
electrical device is made from bimetal disc that responds to temperature
change. Usually, it is clamped on the motor case to feel its temperature
conditions.

Although this component is a shield of the windings if overused

this may give up. If the motor trips, the OLP is in operation but we are
not in position to judge that it is the culprit.

Steps to follow when trapping occurs,

1. Clamp the ammeter in one line, then plug the service cord
observe the current reading and the reaction of the OLP.
2. The Bimetal disc at this instant is “red hot” then it warps that a
click is heard.
3. Then remove the OLP and relay. Check the SCR of the motor. If
the resistance of the S and R conforms to what is being taught
as in GOOD CONDITION then it must be the OLP that its
capacity is lesson because of overused. This may have
continuity but it trips.
4. Replace the old with correct specification

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Servicing Start and Run Capacitors

Although starting capacitor is not primarily used in Resistant Start

Indyction motor there are instance that this is used to assist a HARD
STARTING MOTOR. This electrical device is used to help the starting
winding break the starting torque of the motor and the pressure exerted
by the refrigerant while at rest. IT ALSO INCREASES THE MOTOR
EFFICIENTCY AND STORE ELECTRICITY.

The run capacitor is almost the same in its function in the circuit
of the RSCR motor that uses a Potential Thermal Contact relay. This run
capacitor is used in the RSCR motor circuit to stabilize the voltage and
also acts as storage of electricity. It also increases the motor efficiency
like of the capacitor.

This capacitor offers some minor problems to any refrigerator

electrical circuit. Because it stores or stabilizes the voltage, once it fails,
high ampere may occur in the circuit that the motor may give such
problem. If the capacitor’s working voltage is lesser than of the motor this
may blow up.

Steps to follow in testing or service capacitors

1. Set the multi-tester to highest range (Rx100k)

2. Check for weak, short, open, leaky and grounded.

WEAK RUN or STAR CAPACITOR

If the start or run capacitor is very weak at Rx100k a slight

deflection is seen at the multi-tester.

SHORTED RUN AND START CAPACITOR

When the start or run capacitor is shorted the pointer of the tester
may stay at the right side and never reflects back.

LEAKY AND START CAPACITOR

A leaky start or run capacitor shows deflection but STAYS AT THE

MIDDLE AND NEVER deflect BACK.

GROUNDED RUN AND START CAPACITOR

If the RUN or START capacitor shows

grounded terminals, the pointer of the
tester deflects to the right and never deflects
back. Checking is done from the terminals
and the case of the capacitor.
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NOTE: Run capacitor taken in this book is only for 1/12 to 1/3
horsepower motor compressor used in RSCR.

Servicing Defective Service Cord

Many times simple electrical device is neglected by technicians to

check or test because of confidence or taken for granted. But most often
it is a source of problem because it is in this two lines that current
passes. Because of long period of service, this component may lose its
ampacity or its capacity to conduct current. It can be the wires are
toasted or splicing is too loose. The prong connection is not tight enough
or shorted.

Steps in testing or servicing:

1. Set the multi-tester to Rx1 and adjust to ZERO.

2. Separate this component from the electrical circuit and put a
jumper on the other end to short it. Then check for continuity.
3. Another way is just the checking LINE TO LINE without jumper.
4. If found to be defective change it with same length and kind.
Wire size maybe #14 or #16.

Servicing Convenient Outlet

Refrigerator must have its own separate convenient outlet. These

troubles sometimes offer problems to technicians won’t. Mostly the
trouble causes by this simple device are: loose or rusty screws and clips.
If the screws of the wires are too loose, naturally it impairs the flow of
current that only 1.2 of it may pass. And also the clips that hold the
prongs of the male plug if loose it may create same problem and the
worst is shorted.

Steps to follow:

1. Set the multi-tester to 250 volts or higher then check the female
receptacle.
2. If there is no power, SWITCH OFF THE FUSE BOX.
3. Loosen the screws of the convenient outlet cover.
4. Investigate if the problem is loose, screws, clips or rusting.
5. If it needs tightening or sanding then do it. If not replace it with
a new one.

Servicing Fuse/Fuse Box

This electrical device is directly connected from the service

entrance of the power source. Mostly this trips off because when shorts

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occur in the circuit inside the house, the fuse blows up to cut the line.
What to do is follow the steps:

1. Switch OFF the FUSE BOX LEVER BY PULLING DOWN.

2. Pull out all the fuses and test them individually with the multi-
tester set to Rx1.
3. If found to be defective replace it with a new one and same
rating capacity and voltage.
4. Investigate if the screws and the holding clips are tight. If not,
use insulated screw drivers and pliers to correct them.

HOW MUCH YOU HAVE LEARNED?

Activity #1 Identification through Illustration

Draw and label the domestic ref. schematic diagram.

LET’S REMEMBER

Servicing electrical control and wiring for domestic refrigeration

unit gives an ample skills information safety and precaution of the
electrical parts and wiring of a domestic information unit should be given
out most considerations to avoid accidents during work

LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

1. Perform checking/finding the C, S, and R winding of the motor

compressor. (Using rubrics, Assessment Criteria)

FINDING THE C, S, AND R OF A MOTOR COMPRESSOR

CRITERIA C NC
1. Safety Practice
2. Multi-tester operation/reading
3. SPEED
4. Application of 5s after work

LEGEND: C – Competent = 3 points

NC – Not Competent =0

2. Perform Re-winding of A 3-leads out refrigerator (Using

Rubrics/Assessment criteria)

REWINDING A 3-LEADS OUT REFRIGERATOR

Unit of Competency Point Raw Raw Total

System Deduction Score Score
(100pts) s
1. Safety Practice 10
2. Multi-Tester 25

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 Operation/Reading.
3. Wiring Connection 25
4. Unit Operation/Testing 20
5. SPEED 20
CONTINUITY ( ) = ____________
AMPERAGE (A) = _____________

NOTE: 2 points deduction on every mistake/error during the

performance assessment.

RESOURCES:

Refrigeration manuals
Multi-tester
Clamp-tester
Terminal clips
o Female
o Male
3-leads-out refrigerator
Terminal like (Single line)
o # 16
o # 18
o # 14
Outlet
Basic ref. electrical parts
o Motor compressor
o Thermostat
o Capacitor
o Heater
o Light bulb/switch
o Overload protector
o Relays
Text Books
Extension cords
Electrical Pliers
Wire splice
Screw driver
o Phillips
o Standard

REFERENCE:

Garupa , Melchor, Refrigerator specialist Book 1 and 2, 1996.

Garupa , Melchor, Refrigeration troubleshooting Mechanics 18,
1998.
Athouse/Turnquist/Bracciano ,Modern refrigeration and Air
conditioning, 2000 edition.
Garupa/Mangiliman, How to repair refs. and freezers.

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 Cabangon, Joy job, Refrigeration and air conditioning Tutorial
Guide, 1996.

KEY TO CORRECTIONS:

WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Pretest

16. b
17. c
18. d
19. b
20. b

HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?

Activity #1

LET’S APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

1. Rubrics/Assessment Criteria/Checklist.
2. Rubrics/Assessment Criteria/Checklist.

POST-TEST

1. It is called a freezer, cooling coil, or chiller of the refrigeration

unit.
c. Evaporator
d. Condenser
e. Capillary tube
f. Heat exchanger

2. A type of evaporator that admits the flow of the refrigerants in

dry vapor.
a. Flooded type
b. Wall type
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 c. Dry or direct expansion type
d. Fin type

3. What type of evaporator is used to an upright freezer?

a. Wall type
b. Shelf type
c. Shell type
d. Fin type

4. This is the device used for removing heat from the refrigeration
system.
a. Evaporator
b. Discharge line
c. Charging port
d. Condenser

5. It is type of condenser used on window-type air conditioner.

a. Water cooled
b. Air cooled
c. Evaporative
d. Condensate

6. In cleaning the ref evaporator surfaces, we use

a. Soap powder and water
b. Kerosene
c. Gasoline
d. Lye solution

7. It is an equipment used in cleaning evaporator or condenser

coils thus removing air dust and foreign material.
a. Vacuum pump
b. Recovery machine
c. Air compressor
d. Leak detector

8. It is process of removing grease or lubricants by soaking objects

into alkaline solution.
a. Caustic solution
b. Emulsification
c. Solvent cleaning
d. Saponification

9. This is the coolant domestic refrigeration and air conditioning

units which aim to absorb heat cooling.
a. Solvent
b. Refrigerant
c. Lye
d. Gasoline

10. In flushing the tube system, we use the _________________ to

unclogged dirt and rust inside the tube system.
a. Lye
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b. Gasoline
c. Lacquer thinner
d. Refrigerant

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11. ODS means ___________________
a. Ozone Degrading System
b. Ozone Damage System
c. Ozone Danger Substances
d. Ozone Depleting Substances

12. It is a device that traps un boiled refrigerant whih preventing

damage to the compressor.
a. Evaporator
b. Accumulator
c. Filter drier
d. Compressor

13. In the refrigeration process, high pressure refrigerant yields

____________
a. low pressure gas
b. low pressure liquid
c. high pressure gas
d. cold vapor

14. The simplest and economical way of leak testing a unit is

____________
a. Using pressurized gas
b. Using leak detector
c. Using soap suds
d. Colored chemicals

15. Ambient temperature means ______________

a. Cold temperature
b. Warm temperature
c. Inside temperature
d. Surrounding temperature

16. What range in the multi-tester are we going to use in

checking the O.L.P.?
a. R x 1k
b. R x 1
c. R x 10
d. R x 100k

17. It is an electrical refrigeration. part which controls the

temperature inside the refrigerator. cabinet.
a. Relay
b. O.L.P.
c. Thermostat
d. Motor Compressor

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18. It act as a shield in the common wiring of the motor
compressor from over current flow.
a. Relay
b. Thermostat
c. Capacitor
d. O.L.P.

19. It is an electrical device which aims to stabilize motor speed

and current flow.
a. O.L.P.
b. Relay
c. Thermostat
d. Motor Compressor

20. The unit for measuring current is_____________.

a. Volts
b. Amperes
c. Watts
d. Ohms

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