Pipe expanding method
Note:
Improper pipe expanding is the main cause of refrigerant leakage. Please expand the pipe according to the following steps:
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the distance of indoor unit and outdoor unit.
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B:Remove the burrs
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downwards
C:Put on suitable insulating pipe
D:Put on the union nut
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E:Expand the port
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Note:
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Outer diameter | $ PP | |
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(mm) | Max | Min |
ĭ | 1.3 | 0.7 |
ĭ | 1.6 | 1.0 |
ĭ | 1.8 | 1.0 |
ĭ | 2.4 | 2.2 |
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F:Inspection
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If there is any blemish, expand the port again according to the steps above.
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surface thickness
the length is equal
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