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Charge Level Corrections

Depending on system charge condition, make corrections 2 ounces at a time. After each correction, recheck readings to verify proper charge. Total system capacity is 28 ounces.

REFRIGERANT CHARGE LEVEL

Liquid Line Temperature °F (°C) (1) Discharge Pressure psi (kg/cm2 )
40 (4.4) 53-75 (37.3-52.7)
60 (15.6) 81-104 (57.0-73.1)
80 (26.7) 111-142 (78.0-99.8)
100 (37.8) 156-194 (109.7-136.4)
120 (48.9) 208-259 (146.2-182.1)
140 (60.0) 272-331 (191.2-232.7)
160 (71.1) 353-420 (248.2-295.3)
180 (82.2) 447-516 (314.3-362.8)
(1) If pressure is lower than specified, system is undercharged. If pressure is higher than specified, system is overcharged.