TM 9-4120-388-14
5-14. DESICCANT REFRIGERANT DEHYDRATOR (FILTER DRIER).
This task consists of:
a. Inspect
b. Remove
c. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Equipment Condition
Junction box removed (4-46).
Figure 5-11. Desiccant Refrigerant Dehydrator (Filter Drier)
NOTE
The dehydrator must be replaced each time the refrigeration system has been opened.
It should be installed just before unit is leak tested.
Inspect.
a.
(1) Check for general condition and signs of leakage. If leakage is suspected, leak test per paragraph 5-10.
(2) Be sure that mounting bracket is secure.
b. Remove.
(2) Loosen and disconnect flare nuts.
(3) Remove bracket mounting screw and Iockwasher from right side of air conditioner.
(4) Slip dehydrator and bracket from air conditioner.
(5) Remove screw, Iockwasher, and nut from bracket.
(6) Remove dehydrator from bracket.