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Producto: EXCAVATOR
Modelo: 365C EXCAVATOR ELC
Configuracin: 365C L Excavator ELC00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C-15 Engine

Pruebas y Ajustes
345C, 365C and 385C Excavators Air Conditioning and Heating
Nmero de medio -RENR7328-08

Fecha de publicacin -01/07/2009

Fecha de actualizacin -01/07/2009

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Air Conditioning System Troubleshooting

SMCS - 7320

Troubleshooting the System with the Manifold Gauge Set

Illustration 1

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(1) Power switch

(2) Automatic temperature control switch
(3) Air conditioning override switch

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(4) Temperature select switches

(5) Preset temperature display
(6) Fan speed switches
(7) Air outlet select switch
(8) Air inlet select switch
(9) Control panel
(10) Switch for defroster

The following conditions must exist in order to perform the checking procedures:
Engine ... Normal operating temperature
Door ... Open
Air inlet select switch (8) ... Recirculation
Temperature of air at inlet ... 30 to 35C (86 to 95F)
Fan speed switch (6) ... HI
Engine rpm ... 1500 rpm
Temperature select switch (4) ... MAX COOL
The following readings are correct under normal operating conditions.

Illustration 2

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(L) Low pressure side 0.15 to 0.25 MPa (22 to 36 psi)

(H) High pressure side 1.37 to 1.57 MPa (200 to 230 psi)

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Problem
The system has an insufficient amount of refrigerant charge.
Symptoms
Pressure is low on the low side and the high side.
Bubbles continuously appear in the sight glass.
The cooling effect is poor.
Cause
A refrigerant leak exists. This leak causes the amount of refrigerant charge to be low.
Corrective Measures
1. Isolate the leak and repair the refrigerant leak.
2. Recharge the air conditioning system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant System Charge" section for the proper procedure.
Problem
The system is overcharged with refrigerant. This causes poor cooling by the condenser.
Symptoms
Pressure is high on the low side and the high side.
Bubbles do not appear in the sight glass even when the system is operated slowly.
The cooling effect is poor.
Cause
The system is overcharged with refrigerant and the condenser is not cooling well.
Corrective Measures
1. Recover the refrigerant until the level is correct. Refer to the Specifications, "System Capacities
for Refrigerant" section for the proper amount of charge.
2. Clean the condenser.
3. Check the engine cooling fan.
Problem
Moisture is present in the refrigerant circuit.
Symptom

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After a few minutes of use, the low pressure side gradually indicates negative pressure.
Cause
Moisture has entered the refrigerant circuit.
Corrective Measures
1. Replace the receiver-dryer. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refrigerant
Receiver-Dryer - Replace" section for the proper procedure.
2. Evacuate the system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant System - Evacuate"
section for the proper procedure.
3. Charge the system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant System - Charge" section
for the proper procedure.
Problem
The compressor is supplying insufficient compression.
Symptoms
The manifold gauge set shows excessive high pressure on the low side.
The high pressure side measures pressure that is too low.
Pressure equalizes when the compressor is turned OFF.
Cause
The compressor is failing.
Corrective Measure
Check and repair the compressor.
Problem
The refrigerant does not circulate properly.
Symptoms
Negative pressure is indicated immediately on the low side when the system is completely
clogged.
Negative pressure is indicated gradually on the low side when the system is sometimes clogged.
Air temperature is different before clogging and after clogging.
Cause

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Debris collects around the small holes of the expansion valve. It is also possible that moisture is
freezing around the expansion valve.
Corrective Measures
1. Replace the receiver-dryer. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refrigerant
Receiver-Dryer - Replace" section for the proper procedure.
2. Evacuate the system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant System - Evacuate"
section for the proper procedure.
Problem
Air is present in the refrigerant circuit.
Symptoms
Pressure is high on both sides of the manifold gauge set.
The low pressure lines are not cold.
Bubbles appear at the sight glass.
Cause
The refrigerant circuit contains air.
Corrective Measures
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant Recovery" section for
the proper procedure.
2. Evacuate the system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant System - Evacuate"
section for the proper procedure.
3. Charge the system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, "Refrigerant System - Charge" section
for the proper procedure.
Problem
The expansion valve is not opening properly.
Symptoms
Pressure is high on both sides of the manifold gauge set.
The low pressure lines are frosting.
Cause
The expansion valve is malfunctioning.
Corrective Measure

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Make sure that the thermal tube is installed correctly.

Troubleshooting Abnormal Noises

Table 1
Troubleshooting Abnormal Noises
Component

Possible Cause

V-Belt

Tension is low. The belt is loose.

The bearing is worn or the bearing is damaged.

Magnetic clutch
Contact exists between the stator and the rotor.
Incorrect installation
Idle pulley
The bearings are worn or the bearings are damaged.
Foreign material is obstructing proper movement.
Blower motor
The blower is loose.
A mounting bolt is loose.
Valves are bad.
Compressor
The bearing is worn or the bearing is damaged.
Misalignment
Mounting clamps are loose or installed incorrectly.
Refrigerant lines
Incorrect gap for safety

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