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Introduction
Refrigerant Handling
Refrigerant Safety
Mobile air conditioning systems contain chemical mixtures that
require special handling to avoid injury and to avoid venting
refrigerant into the atmosp<strong>here</strong>.
Do not discharge any refrigerant gas, vapor or liquid from a
refrigeration system into the atmosp<strong>here</strong>. If service is required
that involves opening the refrigerant system, use a certified
recovery system.
• Wear safety goggles and protective gloves, user
and bystander. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses. the If any refrigerant gets into eyes,
flush with water and seek a doctor's aid
immediately, even though irritation may cease.
• Do not remove master filter while under pressure.
Follow instructions for removing master filter. For
additional information refer to Chapter
3–Changing the Master Filter.
• Prevent refrigerant from contacting the skin.
• Read, understand and follow Safety Information in
the front of this manual.
• Use your Kool Kare unit in locations with
mechanical ventilation providing at least four air
changes per hour.
• Avoid breathing air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant vapor or mist.
• Do not allow refrigerant to contact open flame or
be drawn into a running engine. This can cause
refrigerant to become poisonous phosgene gas.
• Use your Kool Kare unit to remove refrigerant
from air conditioning systems.
• Read, understand and follow Safety Information in
the front of this manual.
Tighten all tubing and hose connections properly.
Insufficient or excessive torque can result in loose
joints or deformed parts. Either condition can result
in refrigerant leakage.
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