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List of OEs That Use R-1234yf Refrigerant
List of OEs That Use R-1234yf Refrigerant BMW i3 Electric Cadillac XTS Chevrolet Malibu, Spark EV, Trax Chrysler 200C, 200S, 300, 300C Citroën C4, Elysëe Dodge Challenger, Charger, Dart, Ram 1500 Fia
CPS Warranty Code & Job Tracking Feature Help
CPS Warranty Code & Job Tracking Feature Help Warranty Code & Job Tracking Features (Requires Software Version 3.81 or higher) This feature allows a user to track each ser
Do I need to do anything special to retrofit an old R12 system to a R134a system?
Yes . According to EPA regulations, the use of any alternative refrigerant to replace R-12 requiresat a minimum that; Unique service fittings be used in order to minimize the risk of cross-cont
Air Conditioning Frequently Asked Questions
Air Conditioning FAQ A/C Systems and Service Refrigerants Contamination EPA A/C Organizations A/C Systems and Service What is an air purge system? An air-purge
Why can't we continue to use R12?
Since the early 1970s scientist have been watching a hole grow in the ozone layer.  And because of this ozone problem, over 150 countries agreed to stop the production of CFCs.  This agreem
What do I do with contaminated refrigerant?
Contaminated refrigerant requires special handling and special record keeping.  Make sure you follow these guidelines to the letter –if you don't you could be exposing yourself to potential EPA
How can I know what refrigerant is in an A/C system?
There is no way of truly knowing what refrigerant is in an A/C system unless you use a refrigerant identifier. Of course the EPA mandates the use of unique fittings and labels for each refrigerant, ho
Will we ever have problems obtaining supplies of R134a?
The answer may not be so easy.  According to recent (early 1999) industry news, there may not be enough HFC-134a (R-134a) to go around.  Early warnings from the European market have begun,
What do all OEMs (car manufacturers) currently use in all of their cars?
All OEMs use R134a and have done so in all cars beginning with model year 1995. However, some cars prior to 1995 had factory R134a systems installed. Many service technicians believe that R-134a is on
I heard a story about HC-12a / OZ-12, are they flammable refrigerants? And what is the full story?
According to the EPA HC-12a and OZ-12 brand hydrocarbon refrigerant blends are flammable refrigerants.  Their primary components are hydrocarbons, which are flammable substances like propane and
Moisture In A Refrigerant System
While it is important to realize that moisture in a refrigerant system is the underlying cause of most problems and complaints, it is equally important to learn why. Basically, moisture can be cla
Refrigerant Compositions
CFC R-11 Composition Oil Applications Replacement   Mineral Centrifugal Chillers     Alk
Air Conditioning Frequently Asked Questions "The Full Story"
Air Conditioning FAQ A/C Systems and Service Refrigerants Contamination EPA A/C Organizations A/C Systems and Service What is an air purge system? An air-purge
Clean Air Act Amendment Dealing with Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Portions of Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 Dealing with Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Section 608 – HVAC-R Industry Section 609 – Motor Vehicles Definitions:  Class I substance refe
Dangerous R-134a contamination found worldwide
Neutronics has issued the following urgent “Statement of Action” to all industries using R134a refrigerant: Statement of Action After review of information provided by many reputable sources, Neutr
Choosing and Using Alternative Refrigerants
Choosing and Using Alternative Refrigerants for Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Ozone Protection Hotline (800) 296-1996 May 1, 2001 Download a WordPerfect 5.1 version of this fact sheet (36K