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General Testing Instructions

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  1. Follow the entire path of the refrigerant system.
  2. Completely circle each joint at 25 - 50 mm (1 - 2 in.) per second.
  3. Hold the probe tip within 6 mm (1/4 in.) of the surface.
  4. Do not block the air intake.
  5. The audible tone changes from 1 to 2 clicks per second into a solid alarm if there is a leak. Adjust the balance control to maintain 1 to 2 clicks per second.
  6. Test all of the following areas, even after one leak has been confirmed:
    • Evaporator inlet and outlet
    • Receiver-drier inlet and outlet
    • Condenser inlet and outlet
    • Brazed and welded areas
    • Damaged areas
    • Hose couplings
    • Compressor rear head
    • All fittings and joints