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An air conditioning system works in a cycle. One side of the system is considered the high pressure side and the other side is considered the low pressure side. The air condition compressor can be viewed as the center line between these "sides" of the system. Refrigerant R-12 or R-134a (the most common types of refrigerant used in mobile A/C systems) remains at rest in the components an lines of the system until you turn on your A/C. At that point the electromagnetic clutch on the compressor engages and draws refrigerant (in a gas/liquid form) into it to be pumped throughout the system. Upon leaving the compressor the refrigerant has been compressed and thereby heated up resulting in it being transformed into a gaseous state. The refrigerant then travels into the condenser which removes heat from the refrigerant in an effort to return it to a liquid form. From the condenser the refrigerant will often pass through an expansion valve or an orifice (the other component in the system which divides the high an low pressure "sides") where it it "metered" to change it from High pressure on the compressor outlet side to low pressure. After the expansion valve the refrigerant moves into the evaporator. The evaporator is the component that actually removes heat from the air being forced through it by your vehicle's blower fan which pushes "cooled" or "conditioned" air through your vents. From the evaporator, the refrigerant (now mostly in gas form again) travels through a reciever-drier with removes moisture caused by condensation (which may have resulted from the heating and cooling of the refrigerant) before it returns once again to the compressor to repeat the cycle.
*Note:
- R-12 and R-134A have very low boiling points and can be utilized in a liquid for due to the internal pressure of the A/C system.
- R-12 is no longer produced to the CFCs and their environmental impact.
- The A/C compressor's electromagnetic clutch is also engaged when using a "defrost" function in most vehicles.
- There are high and low pressure sides of the system, the condenser is on the high side and the evaporator is on the low side.
Components include:
- Compressor
- Condenser
- Expansion valve/ orifice
- Evaporator/ blower motor
- Reciever-drier
What else can I help you with?
Does the upstairs air conditioning system need to be on for the downstairs air conditioning system to work more effeciently?
no..
How does the air conditioning system on a 1990 Fifth Avenue work?
It uses a vacume
How effective is portable air conditioning?
Portable air conditioning is great for work or any place where you have different preferences than other people. It would not, however, be a good replacement for a home air conditioning system.
How can I service my air conditioning system?
Contact the company which installed your air conditioning system. From there, request to have a service man come out and check that your air conditioning system is functioning properly.
Why does the heater work but the air conditioning does not?
The heater works because it generates heat to warm the air, while the air conditioning may not work due to issues such as a lack of refrigerant, a faulty compressor, or a problem with the electrical system.
Why is airconditioning not cool?
Air condition is not cool because it might be leaking. If there are any leaks in an air conditioning system it will not work.
Could you install Air conditioning in a hot water heating system?
No, there is no blower or duct work. You can't chill the water in the heating system and get cold air out of it.
What is manual air conditioning system?
A manual air conditioning system is one where you can turn it off and on when you want and control the temperature at which it is set.
What else could be wrong with the air conditioning system that won't blow cold air when the compressor has recently been replaced?
does the fan work? is the system charged with the refrigerant?
Is it safe to use propane in a car air condition system?
No, it is not safe to use propane in a car's air conditioning system. Propane is highly flammable and can pose a serious safety risk if used in place of the recommended refrigerant. It is important to use the proper type of refrigerant for your car's air conditioning system to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Is the Air Conditioning compressor on my 2003 Chevy Impala suppose to cycle constantly while the Air Conditioning is on?
Yes, this prevents your air conditioning system from freezing over, similar to a frost free fridge. almost every air conditioning system works like this.
Where does the air come from for air conditioning in the car?
The air comes from the air outside and the air conditioning system in the car turns this into cold or warm air.
