COOLING (cont.)
J, Checking System For Leaks (cont.)
(1) Method One (cont.)
(f) It is advisable to use an electronic leak detector to check this system instead of an open flame
leak detector due to the possible presence of gasoline fumes in the engine area.
(g) If any leaks are found, purge the system of refrigerant, make the necessary repairs and check
the compressor oil.
(h) Add oil, if required, (refer to Checking Compressor Oil and Chart 2106) then repeat Steps 1
thru 5.
(i) If no further leaks are found, the system may be evacuated and charged. (Refer to Evacuating
the System and Charging the System.)
(2) Method Two
(a) Remove the access panel at the rear of the cabin to gain access to the service valves.
(b) Remove the protective cap on the high pressure Schrader valve fitting and connect a charging
hose with a shut-off valve arrangement to the fitting. The charging hose must have a
Schrader fitting or adapter to fit the valve.
(c) Connect the other end of the charging hose to a small cylinder of refrigerant and purge the
hose by allowing a slight amount of refrigerant gas to escape from the Schrader valve fitting.
(d) The cylinder of refrigerant should be placed upright in a container of warm (125F max.)
water on a small scale.
(e) Allow approximately 1/2 pound of refrigerant to enter the system by opening the valve on
the charging hose and observing the weight change on the scale.
(f) Using an electronic leak detector, check all joints and repair any leaks.
(g) After completion of repair of any leaks, proceed to check the system in accordance with one
of the methods outlined for any other leaks.
(h) If no further repair is required on the system, it is now ready to evacuate in accordance with
K.
Discharging System
— CAUTION —
Environmental regulations may require use of a collection
system when necessary to evacuate freon from system
— CAUTION —
Refrigerant can cause freezing of skin. Be particularly careful
not to allow contact with the eyes.
— CAUTION —
Do not allow refrigerant to escape too rapidly, as excessive oil
may be carried out of system. When hissing stops, system is
empty and valve should be closed if no further work is
planned.
PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-32R-301/301T
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
21-50-00
Page 21-24
Reissued: July 1, 1993
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Page 26: ...CHAPTER 4 AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS 1C1 ...
Page 29: ...CHAPTER 5 TIME LIMITS MAINTENANCE CHECKS 1C4 ...
Page 53: ...CHAPTER 6 DIMENSIONS AND AREAS 1D6 ...
Page 64: ...CHAPTER 7 LIFTING AND SHORING 1D21 ...
Page 68: ...CHAPTER 8 LEVELING AND WEIGHING 1E1 ...
Page 72: ...CHAPTER 9 TOWING AND TAXIING 1E5 ...
Page 76: ...CHAPTER 10 PARKING AND MOORING 1E9 ...
Page 80: ...CHAPTER 11 REQUIRED PLACARDS 1E13 ...
Page 92: ...CHAPTER 12 SERVICING 1F1 ...
Page 126: ...CHAPTER 20 STANDARD PRACTICES AIRFRAME 1G17 ...
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Page 139: ...CHAPTER 21 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS 1H5 ...
Page 188: ...CHAPTER 22 AUTOFLIGHT 1J7 ...
Page 193: ...CHAPTER 23 COMMUNICATIONS 1J12 ...
Page 203: ...CHAPTER 24 ELECTRICAL POWER 1J22 ...
Page 263: ...CHAPTER 25 EQUIPMENT FURNISHINGS 2A13 ...
Page 269: ...CHAPTER 27 FLIGHT CONTROLS 2A20 ...
Page 332: ...CHAPTER 28 FUEL 2D11 ...
Page 363: ...CHAPTER 29 HYDRAULIC POWER 2E18 ...
Page 404: ...CHAPTER 30 ICE AND RAIN PROTECTION 2G16 ...
Page 470: ...CHAPTER 32 LANDING GEAR 3A13 ...
Page 550: ...CHAPTER 33 LIGHTS 3D24 ...
Page 562: ...CHAPTER 34 NAVIGATION AND PITOT STATIC 3E12 ...
Page 582: ...CHAPTER 35 OXYGEN 3F8 ...
Page 604: ...CHAPTER 37 VACUUM 3G6 ...
Page 616: ...CHAPTER 39 3G18 ELECTRIC ELECTRONIC PANELS MULTIPURPOSE PARTS ...
Page 620: ...CHAPTER 51 STRUCTURES 3G22 ...
Page 636: ...CHAPTER 52 DOORS 3H14 ...
Page 650: ...CHAPTER 55 STABILIZERS 3I4 ...
Page 662: ...CHAPTER 56 WINDOWS 3I16 ...
Page 670: ...CHAPTER 57 WINGS 3I24 ...
Page 688: ...CHAPTER 61 PROPELLER 3J18 ...
Page 704: ...CHAPTER 70 STANDARD PRACTICES ENGINES 3K10 ...
Page 708: ...CHAPTER 71 POWER PLANT 3K14 ...
Page 737: ...CHAPTER 73 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM 4A13 ...
Page 749: ...CHAPTER 74 IGNITION 4B1 ...
Page 783: ...CHAPTER 77 ENGINE INDICATING 4C11 ...
Page 793: ...CHAPTER 78 EXHAUST 4C21 ...
Page 801: ...CHAPTER 79 OIL 4D5 ...
Page 805: ...CHAPTER 80 STARTING 4D9 ...
Page 819: ...CHAPTER 81 TURBINES 4D23 ...
Page 833: ...CHAPTER 91 CHARTS WIRING DIAGRAMS 4E13 ...