To read 134a gauges, first locate the high and low-pressure sides on the manifold gauge set. The low-pressure gauge typically reads around 30-40 psi when the system is operating correctly, while the high-pressure gauge should read between 150-250 psi, depending on the ambient temperature and system conditions. Compare the gauge readings to the manufacturer's specifications to assess system performance. If the readings are outside the normal range, it may indicate issues such as low refrigerant levels or potential system malfunctions.
Could be you are low of R-134a. You can check the PSI level on the lowside with a gauge and if you are you can add R-134a. Any automotive store and some discount stores will have R-134a and gauges. Also you can check out the videos on the link below with show how to add R-134a to you car, and where to find the lowside port.
Usually around 220.
same as R-22, depends what your trying to read.
What you need to do first is read the pressure gauges and see if the gauges read 0 psi
No. the pressure are different, r22 runs at a fairly low pressure and you shouldn't be worried about blowing your gauges, but you won't be able to determine your super-heat or sub-cooling. for a about $100cdn you can buy the right gauges.
same as R-22, depends what your trying to read.
Yes, you can use R22 gauges for R134a, but it's important to note that the pressure readings will differ due to the different properties of the refrigerants. R22 gauges are designed for higher pressures compared to R134a, so you must be cautious when interpreting the readings. Additionally, ensure that the gauges are clean and free from cross-contamination to avoid impacting the performance of the R134a system. Always refer to the manufacturer's guidelines for specific applications.
There is two types. One is for R-22 and the other is for R-134A or R-410A. You must perform superheat and subcool, measure ambient temperature and wet bulb.
Read this site............... http://autoacrepairs.com/134aConversion.htm
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To read gauges,you must know which is low side/high side,if you know that, then depending on which freon you are using,you read the pressures matching the temp,for example,looking at the low side gauge(blue gauge) look at R-22 freon,you will see that 40 degrees,will equal to 70 psi
When one of your gauges shows something abnormal, your "check gauges" light will come one. Chances are you're low on motor oil. When you corner, the oil will slosh away from the pickup, causing your oil pressure gauge to read zero for a second. This in turn causes your check gauges light to come on, but by the time you look at your gauges, the oil has settled in the pan is your oil pressure is reading normal again. When you see the check gauges light and the gauges are reading fine, check your oil.