Plimbob
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An update -
I finally figured things out, I had to buy gauges which had 1234yf couplers,etc. As it turned out the couplers were not quite connected properly so I had to fiddle with them to get them to seat properly and to produce correct readings and flow. The other thing I found out was to not tighten the can too tight on the piercer and feed tool. I tighten it down pretty tight as not to leak, as it turned out it was restricting the flow from the can.
I was finally able to get things going however I still seem to have lower than manufacture recommended pressure. The outside temp was 85 and the chart states 40-50 PSI, I am currently at 30PSI. The high side pressure is at 175 psi which is also low compared to spec, it should be around 200 psi. I think I put in the recommended amount based on the tag under the hood (29 oz). The reason I say I think, due to the coupler issues I am not absolutely convinced all 29 oz went in?
I am reading 58 degrees at the vent so I know its operating at some level. I am tempted to try to introduce additional FREON until its at the recommended PSI. However a can of the 1234YF is like liquid gold at $44 per 8 oz can and I don't want to over charge it either.
Thanks for all the feedback!
Tim
I finally figured things out, I had to buy gauges which had 1234yf couplers,etc. As it turned out the couplers were not quite connected properly so I had to fiddle with them to get them to seat properly and to produce correct readings and flow. The other thing I found out was to not tighten the can too tight on the piercer and feed tool. I tighten it down pretty tight as not to leak, as it turned out it was restricting the flow from the can.
I was finally able to get things going however I still seem to have lower than manufacture recommended pressure. The outside temp was 85 and the chart states 40-50 PSI, I am currently at 30PSI. The high side pressure is at 175 psi which is also low compared to spec, it should be around 200 psi. I think I put in the recommended amount based on the tag under the hood (29 oz). The reason I say I think, due to the coupler issues I am not absolutely convinced all 29 oz went in?
I am reading 58 degrees at the vent so I know its operating at some level. I am tempted to try to introduce additional FREON until its at the recommended PSI. However a can of the 1234YF is like liquid gold at $44 per 8 oz can and I don't want to over charge it either.
Thanks for all the feedback!
Tim