A/C replacement kits: what you need to convert to Freon-free air conditioning
Article Abstract:
The production of R-12 refrigerant will cease in the US and in many other other countries at the end of 1995. The automobile industry is already changing to a more environmentally-responsible R134a refrigerant. Steps involved in converting to a new R134a system are described.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1993
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Freon-free A/C
Article Abstract:
Freon R-12, used in automobile air conditioners, has been damaging the earth's ozone layer, and is being taken out of production after 1995. The new refrigerant, R-134a, is already being used in some cars. Maintenance techniques for the new R-134a systems are presented.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1992
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Keeping heaters healthy
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Automobile heaters are usually given little attention unless they begin to malfunction but, with winter approaching, they become increasingly important. The maintenance of heaters, including core cleaning, locating gas leaks and valve repairing, is discussed.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1993
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