1 4 - 2 5 . AIR-CONDITIONING SERVICE VA LVE REPLACEMENT
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
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M997, M997A1, M997A2
To o l s
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General mechanic's tool kit:
automotive (Appendix G, Item 1)
M a t e r i a l s / P a rt s
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Two O-rings (Appendix E, Item 105)
Lubricating oil (Appendix B, Item 35) (R-12 only)
Lubricating oil (Appendix B, Item 35.1)
(FR-12 only)
Manual Refere n c e s
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TM 9-2320-280-20
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Equipment Condition
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• Air-conditioning system discharged (para. 14-17).
• Air horn to air cleaner hose removed
(TM 9-2320-280-20).
General Safety Instructions
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Air conditioner system must be discharged, prior
to replacing components.
Maintenance Level
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Direct support
FOLLOW-ON TASKS: • Evacuate and charge air-conditioning system (para. 14-17).
• Install air horn to air cleaner hose (TM 9-2320-280-20).
1±
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Disconnect suction line (1) from service valve (2).
2±
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Remove suction service valve (2) and two O-rings (3) from compressor (4). Discard O-rings (3).
b. Installation
1±
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Lubricate two O-rings (3) with refrigerant oil and install on suction service valve (2).
2±
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Install suction service valve (2) on compressor (4).
3±
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Connect suction line (1) to suction service valve (2).
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WARNING
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Air conditioner system must be discharged, prior to replacing components in
vapor system. Failure to do this may result in injury to personnel or damage
to equipment.
NO T E
• Suction (low pressure) and discharge (high pressure) service valves are
replaced basically the same. This procedure covers the suction service valve
• FR-12 service valves are replaced the same.
a. Removal
TM 9-2320-280-34
1 4 - 1 2 2
Change 1
This task covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Installation