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It's less a question of legality than whether it is prudent. Due to current regulations, air conditioning systems can only be recharged by individuals licensed to purchase and handle refrigerants, and some refrigerants, particularly R12 and R22 for older systems (the kind that are more likely to be leaking) have become very pricey. Recharging a system can easily run $200 and up these days. It would make more sense to first locate and repair the leak before recharging the system.
In the alternative, one can convert a system to use a refrigerant that doesn't require licensing to purchase and use, such as Duracool, which is essentially highly refined propane, the same stuff that we use for barbecues and to heat and cook in recreational vehicles and houses that aren't connected to a city gas supply. Such non-chlorinated refrigerants are 100% compatible with the materials and lubricants used in R12, R22 (CFC) and R134a (HCFC) systems, and can be substituted with improved efficiency, requiring about half as much refrigerant as the CFC or HCFC they replace for the same cooling effect. If there is a leak, it would need to be repaired, since Duracool and similar refrigerants are flammable. On the positive side, they are environmentally friendly, non-toxic, and just like cooking gas, they have an odorant added so that one can detect leaks by smell.
Safety note: If your current, leaky system uses R134a and you find that the leak is inside the living space, get it fixed now, or have a technician evacuate and "mothball" the system now! R134a, when exposed to a flame, such as from a candle, a cigarette or a gas range, decomposes into phosgene gas, which can be deadly if inhaled in sufficient amounts.
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Where do you add freon to your air conditioner in your Ford Ranger?
Answering "Where do you add freon to your air conditioner in your ford ranger?"
Can you add freon to a window air conditioner?
No, you cannot add freon to a window air conditioner yourself. It requires a professional technician to handle refrigerant-related tasks.
Where do you add freon to your 1999 Honda Accord air conditioner compressor?
You don't add Freon as it has R134a not Freon. You add it to the low pressure side which is the larger hose.
Do you add coolant or freon to make a cars air conditioner work?
you use freon to cool your car and make the air conditioner work
Why is the air conditioner in a car blowing out hot air?
it simply means you have to add freon to ur air conditioner....you can buy freon at any auto parts store.
How much can you expect to pay to add Freon to your home's air conditioner unit?
$100
What do you do when your air conditioner doesnt blow cold air?
you would need to add freon
How do you put freon in an air conditioner?
To put freon in an air conditioner, you need to locate the service valve on the unit, connect a charging hose to the valve, and slowly add the freon into the system while monitoring the pressure levels. It is important to follow safety guidelines and regulations when handling freon.
Can you add freon to a window air conditioner?
Yes, with a saddle tap, training and the correct tools.
Add freon to 2000 Mazda 626 air conditioner?
Its best to use a set of a/c gauges but if you are not then just add the freon to the low side which will be the larger hose (suction side)...
How do you Add freon to 2000 Mazda 626 air conditioner?
Its best to use a set of a/c gauges but if you are not then just add the freon to the low side which will be the larger hose (suction side)...
Where do you add freon in your Volkswagen jetta?
Never add freon to your own car. This is very dangerous and can kill you. A/C systems are very high pressure and If you buy a freon kit to add freon to your car. It will be propane which is highly flammable. Take it to a dealer to get it done. Also if you ever add it and it is leaking out then it can explode if it gets near a spark.
