Liquid leak detector

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WARNING: If the refrigerant is exposed to a fire, it turns to a poisonous gas (phosgene). Do not inhale the gas that is produced if refrigerant is exposed to a fire.

There is a number of fittings and places throughout the A/C system where a liquid leak detector solution may be used to pinpoint refrigerant leaks.

By merely applying the solution to the area in question with a swab, such as attached to the cap of a vial, bubbles will form within seconds if there is a leak.

For confined areas, such as sections of the evaporator and condenser, an electronic (refrigerant) leak detector is more practical for determining leaks.

Special Tool

(A): 09990-86012 Gas leak detector Refer to SPECIAL TOOL

Fig 1: Checking A/C System For Refrigerant Leaks

Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.