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(Message started by: sierra20 on Feb 10^th, 2009, 7:19pm)

Title: DIY Aircon repairs
Post by sierra20 on Feb 10^th, 2009, 7:19pm

Is it possible to susessfuly change the condenser and supply hose on an aircon system with out it leaking afterwards, mine is leaking from a supply hose and the condenser

Title: Re: DIY Aircon repairs
Post by Snoopy on Feb 11^th, 2009, 8:40am

NO the system has to be drained down , which has to be done with specialised equipment .. NOT one for DIY unless you have the equipment . Drain and refill should only cost in the region of £50.

IT REALLY IS A very SPECIALISED JOB. THE REFRIGERANT CAN CAUSE VERY NASTY BURNS IF YOU GET IT ON YOUR HANDS/SKIN.

Title: Re: DIY Aircon repairs
Post by martin_rowe on Feb 11^th, 2009, 8:49am

not only burns, but is highly poisonous, particularly if you are a smoker, oil on fingers gets on fag, then burns & inhaled. its quite horrible stuff, should wear correct gloves.

Title: Re: DIY Aircon repairs
Post by Hovis on Feb 11^th, 2009, 10:59am

If you are in the Bristol area i have a mate who regasses aircon systems. I'm sure he'll be able to do you a deal.

Title: Re: DIY Aircon repairs
Post by Scorpio_Mike on Feb 11^th, 2009, 4:23pm

:o

Definately a job for Bodie & Doyle.