
Section 6 Refrigeration System
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System Contamination Cleanup
GENERAL
This section describes the basic requirements
for restoring contaminated systems to reliable
service.
Important
Manitowoc Ice, Inc assumes no responsibility
for the use of contaminated refrigerant.
Damage resulting from the use of
contaminated refrigerant is the sole
responsibility of the servicing company.
DETERMINING SEVERITY OF
CONTAMINATION
System contamination is generally caused by
either moisture or residue from compressor
burnout entering the refrigeration system.
Inspection of the refrigerant usually provides
the first indication of system contamination.
Obvious moisture or an acrid odor in the
refrigerant indicates contamination.
If either condition is found, or if
contamination is suspected, use a Total Test
Kit from Totaline or a similar diagnostic tool.
These devices sample refrigerant, eliminating
the need to take an oil sample. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions.
If a refrigerant test kit indicates harmful levels
of contamination, or if a test kit is not
available, inspect the compressor oil.
1. Remove the refrigerant charge from the
Reach-In.
2. Remove the compressor from the system.
3. Check the odor and appearance of the oil.
4. Inspect the suction and discharge lines at
the compressor for burnout deposits.
5. If no signs of contamination are present,
perform an acid oil test.
Check the chart below to determine the type
of cleanup required.
Contamination/Cleanup Chart
Symptoms/Findings Required Cleanup Procedure
No symptoms or suspicion of contamination Normal evacuation/recharging procedure
Moisture/Air Contamination symptoms
• Refrigeration system open to atmosphere
for prolonged periods
• Refrigeration test kit and/or acid oil test
shows contamination
• Leak in water-cooled condenser
• No burnout deposits in open compressor
lines
Mild contamination cleanup procedure
Mild Compressor Burnout symptoms
• Oil appears clean but smells acrid
• Refrigeration test kit or acid oil test shows
harmful acid content
• No burnout deposits in open compressor
lines
Mild contamination cleanup procedure
Severe Compressor Burnout symptoms
• Oil is discolored and smells acrid
• Refrigeration test kit or acid oil test shows
harmful acid content
• Burnout deposits found in the compressor
and lines, and in other components
Severe contamination cleanup procedure
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