ARMY TM 9-4120-380-14
NAVY EE-000-BA-MMA-010 7053-AC
AIR FORCE TO 35E9-136-21
5.35 DISTRIBUTOR. This task covers inspection, removal and installation.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
Tool kit, service, refrigeration unit (Item 1, Appendix B)
Personnel: 1
Material:
Brazing alloy. silver, grade m (Item 21, Appendix E)
Equipment Conditions:
Disconnect input power to the air conditioner before performing any internal
maintenance Voltages used can KILL. Shutting the unit off at the control panel does not
disconnect unit power
(1)
Disconnect air conditioner input power at source; and
(2)
Remove return air filter (paragraph 4.26).
INSPECTION
a.
Check for signs of leakage (see fig 5-26). Leak test If leak is suspected (paragraph 5.13).
b.
If distributor lines are damaged beyond repair, replace distributor.
REMOVAL
a.
Pump down refrigerant system (paragraph 5.19).
b.
Disassemble expansion valve (paragraph 5.30).
c.
Debraze distributor (1) at valve joint (3) (paragraph 5.12).
NOTE
Check the length of the new distributor lines before cutting distributor lines to coil.
d.
Cut distributor lines (2) to coil.
e.
Remove distributor (1).
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