A / C system maintenance
The air conditioning system is part of the standard equipment of every car and taking care of it is extremely important for the health of the vehicle and above all of the passengers. Here are some suggestions for maintenance and interventions to be carried out.
- Look for leaks
- Look for impurities
- Refill with Gas
- Oil replacement
- System Cleaning and Disinfection
Where to start? The search for escapes
The check must be performed on the following components:
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Impurities: A problem not to be underestimated
Even the washing of the air conditioning systems is an activity of absolute importance, this allows to remove the impurities and harmful substances accumulated in the air conditioning circuit avoiding costly repairs that could arise in the absence of ordinary maintenance. Diagnosing the system and checking for any impurities such as humidity, the presence of leak stops, gas and dirty lubricant becomes a fundamental test for the health of the A / C system and for extending the operating life of the compressor. A further step for a perfect cleaning is represented by the intensive washing of the pipes and all the components, this allows to restore the potential of the system, preventing possible breakages due to dirt and bringing the inside of the treated systems back to their original conditions.
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Refilling the GAS: A routine intervention
To preserve a correct level of the refrigerant gas in the circuit, periodic checks in the workshop are recommended, which are useful precisely to verify that there are no gas leaks. A check is recommended every 2 years or upon reaching 60.000 km. However, to establish whether it is correct to top up or replace the air diffusion temperature must be evaluated; if this is hot or not in line with the degrees set, it is recommended to refill the gas (without forgetting to replace the filters when necessary).
Oil makes the difference!
To avoid the problems described above, it is essential to use an oil with the right characteristics. Poor oil could be the main cause of air conditioning compressor leaks and technical problems. The oil in the compressor guarantees the lubrication of the moving parts and the protection of the rubber seals of the circuit (O-Ring) which, in the absence of adequate lubrication, would be subject to hardening, breakage and leaks. Using an oil of high purity, with a PAG or PEO base and above all capable of guaranteeing constant lubrication, free from depositions, is essential!
The same argument obviously concerns hybrid or electric cars, which cannot exempt themselves from these maintenance and which require specific, high-quality professional oils.
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System disinfection for a 100% healthy interior
One component which is essential to take care of is certainly the system filter. Keep it in good condition and perfectly clean it will avoid the passage of impurities such as viruses, bacteria, smog, mold, pollen, allergens, fungi and elements harmful to the health of passengers. For this purpose it is good practice clean and disinfect the ventilation circuit and filter approximately every 6/8 months. Also in this case, the use of reliable and certified products will be the guarantee for truly effective results. GEN-ART products are Certified Medical Surgery to guarantee a real effectiveness in defense of a healthy environment.
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Our Experts Recommend
For a healthy air conditioning system, periodic maintenance and a gas quantity check is recommended at least every two years!