Refrigerant contaminated with air won't function properly.
Moisture? Contaminated refrigerant?
Air is frequently contaminated.
Refrigerant is stored in the compressor of an air conditioner.
Accumulated condensation from the heat transfer processes. Highly pressurized and heated refrigerant is very rapidly transfering that heat to the ambient air, and water forms as a result of the sudden cooling down of the refrigerant.
No, you cannot recharge a window air conditioner with refrigerant yourself. It requires a professional technician to properly recharge the refrigerant in an air conditioner.
Technically yes. But with the cost of the refrigerant it`s not worth it.
Your recharge your air conditioner with the type of refrigerant which it was designed for.
Contaminated refrigerant should be handled and disposed of by trained professionals following local regulations. It should never be released into the atmosphere due to environmental safety concerns. Contact a certified HVAC technician or a waste management company for proper disposal methods.