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What is an AC accumulator?

Updated: 9/11/2023
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An AC accumulators job is to remove moisture from the AC system it performs this function with a package of dessicant inside it. Dessicant is a compound that absorbs the moisture around it. An accumulators job is also store excess refrigerant not being utilized by the evaporator.

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