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Old 06-13-2016, 12:07 PM
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Is there a TXV valve in the evap coil? Maybe it needs to be replaced.

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Old 06-13-2016, 06:44 PM
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Have you put gauges on it to check pressure differential between the pressure and suction sides? That will verify you have a charge and the compressor is working. When you replaced the dryer, I assumed you vacuumed the system down before recharging.
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Old 06-13-2016, 08:26 PM
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There is a expansion valve that has been replaced(if Atis what's meant by a TXV). I have a AC guy helping me troubleshoot tomorrow, will keep you posted
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Old 06-13-2016, 09:52 PM
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Yes a "thermal expansion valve" is what I am referring to. In your typical cooling system, a TXV controls the amount of refrigerant flowing through the evap coil. I you already replaced it then that's probably not the problem.

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Old 06-14-2016, 03:50 AM
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Hi David,

Automotive/aircraft A/C is pretty simple in theory but it can be a bit tricky to diagnose, but I'll try and give you a quick run down on what you should be looking for -

If the compressor clutch does pull in, but airflow out of the vents is warm, then the first thing I would be doing is confirming correct refrigerant charge by connecting the gauge set. If the readings are low on both red and blue (hi and low pressure) gauges, then you're looking at a low refrigerant charge (possible leak), TX valve sticking open, or a tired compressor.

Checking for pipe temperatures at the inlet and outlet of the evaporator will help diagnosis here, both pipes should be cold to the touch, if the inlet (From the TX) is cold but the outlet (to the compressor) is warm, then you're probably looking at a low refrigerant charge or a lazy compressor, if both pipes are warm but the correct charge is present in the system then it is more likely to be the TX sticking open.

If you do open the system to atmosphere for repairs, which it sounds like you've done already, then you need to place it in a vacuum (using an A/C evac pump) for at least 20 minutes to rid the system of moisture - if there is any air or moisture present when you add fresh gas, it will cause the gauge set to do some weird stuff - and can harm the system long term. It is also prudent to replace the drier at the same time.

The best way to correctly charge the system after repair is by weighing the refrigerant as it goes in, making sure it gets the recommended system weight, but it can be charged correctly by an experienced person monitoring pipe temps and gauge pressures. Too many people just throw the gas in and hope for the best!

This is only a basic overview, and there are a few other less likely reasons for your A/C to not function correctly, but I could go on about it all day!

Feel free to list your observed pressures/temperatures here and I'll do my best to help!

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Old 06-14-2016, 06:10 AM
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Thanks everyone! I'm troubleshooting today and will keep you posted.
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Old 06-20-2016, 09:31 AM
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Ok, I finally did some troubleshooting and found many leaks (the installer must have not liked the idea of O rings). As recommended I started out with about 16 OZ freon and the compressor kicked in, but only for a short while. Now the compressor does not kick in at all. The fuse is not blown, the dryer was replaced, there are no leaks (the system holds a vacuum for more than 24 hours). Any ideas???
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Old 06-20-2016, 01:15 PM
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There may be a built-in "switch" that locks the compressor out if the charge is low. check for voltage at the clutch. You should be able to energize the clutch and observe it working without the engine running.

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Old 06-20-2016, 02:36 PM
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there is, or should be a high pressure and low pressure switches on the refrigerant lines or on the compressor that go to the relay that energizes the compressor clutch coil, no need to be running, check power at compressor clutch coil, then back to relay, then back to cut out and cut in pressure switches, these can be wired making power or ground for the coil in the relay, then back to panel switch and then fuse. you need at least 50ish psi in the system to close the low pressure switch, the high pressure switch usually opens around 300. a note about air, if any is present in the system, this is a non condensable gas and will cause both hi and low pressures to be higher and you will have less cooling, as mentioned above, a vacuum needs to be pulled any time a line is exposed to air.
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Old 06-23-2016, 11:14 AM
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I hope you can finally get it working right, Dave.
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