AC Not Working at Idle

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by gregbo, May 24, 2019.

  1. Rideandrepair

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    That chart looks like every chart I’ve ever seen. 35-55 on low side and 325 max on high side. I understand equalized pressure reading, just never have bothered on vehicles. Only have seen HVAC Techs bother with it on a house system.
     
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    The licensed HVAC Techs I know went through Apprenticeship programs. Starting with Electrician training then halfway through split off into HVAC. It took them 4 yrs.
     
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    Hes right you cant go by a chart, theres way to many variables besides temp.
     
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    Humidity will raise pressure, also. Best to check on hottest and most humid days, in a perfect world.
     
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    you will get 110 on both sides
     
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    Without compressor running.
     
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    without gauges and compressor on you will get 110 on both sides
     
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    OK
     
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    What was the problem with the A/C after all ?
     
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