Frequent servicing and maintenance are essential to keep your low-pressure chiller running smoothly, reducing the need for major interventions like refrigerant recovery. At Evolution Cooling, we aim to prevent such issues with regular check-ups. However, if refrigerant recovery is required, there are a few things we would need to do to restore your system.
What to Do After Recovering the Liquid Regrigerant from a Chiller Unit
From recovering any remaining refrigerant vapour through to repairs, final tests, and monitoring, here are the steps we would take to after recovering the liquid refrigerant from your low-pressure chiller unit.
1. Recover Remaining Refrigerant Vapour
After removing the liquid refrigerant, it’s important to recover the remaining vapour. Low-pressure chillers often contain vapourised refrigerant that must be evacuated. At Evolution Cooling, we use advanced equipment to safely handle low-pressure refrigerants. We remove all vapour until the system reaches atmospheric pressure or below, ensuring it’s fully cleared.
2. Thorough Leak Inspection
Low-pressure chiller units can develop refrigerant leaks over time, especially at connection points. After recovering the refrigerant, we would thoroughly inspect the system for leaks, using advanced detection tools. Any leaks found are promptly repaired to prevent future refrigerant loss, ensuring your system remains efficient and environmentally friendly.
3. Maintenance and Repairs
Once the refrigerant is removed, we carry out necessary chiller maintenance or repairs. Whether it’s replacing worn gaskets or checking the compressor, we ensure your chiller is in optimal condition. We conduct full system checks to address potential issues and enhance the performance of key components.
4. Evacuating the System
Before recharging the system with refrigerant, we evacuate any air or moisture that may have entered. Moisture in the system can lead to corrosion and inefficiency. Using professional vacuum pumps, we ensure your system is thoroughly evacuated to a deep vacuum (below 500 microns), eliminating moisture and protecting your system.
5. Recharging the Refrigerant
Once the system is fully evacuated, we recharge it with the correct amount of refrigerant, following manufacturer guidelines. Here at Evolution Cooling, we handle the refrigerant recharge with precision to prevent any sudden pressure changes that could damage components. We ensure your system is recharged and ready for reliable operation.
6. Final Testing and Monitoring
After recharging, we conduct thorough testing to ensure your chiller is working correctly. This involved monitoring system pressures, temperatures, and overall performance. We double-check for leaks and verify the refrigerant level, making sure your chiller is functioning efficiently before completing the service.
How Evolution Cooling Can Prevent Issues
We believe that prevention is better than cure which is why we take pride in our industry-leading chiller servicing. Regular servicing helps avoid the need for refrigerant recovery. By scheduling routine system checks, replacing parts as needed, and monitoring refrigerant levels, we can keep your low-pressure chiller in top condition. Our comprehensive maintenance packages are designed to minimise breakdowns and extend the lifespan of your system, ensuring worry-free operation.
If you have any questions about your chiller unit or think it’s time for an upgrade, simply get in touch with us and we’d be happy to give you some expert guidance. Alternatively, you can take a look at our range of chiller units and find one that will suit your business needs.
