Repairing aluminum coil, Warning – hussmann P/N 0420057_B User Manual

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REPAIRING ALUMINUM COIL

The aluminum coils used in Hussmann merchan-
disers may be easily repaired in the field.
Materials are available from local refrigeration
wholesalers.

Hussmann recommends the following solders and
technique:

Solders

Aladdin Welding Products Inc.

P.O. Box 7188
1300 Burton St.
Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Phone: 1-800-645-3413
Fax: 1-800-645-3414

X-Ergon

1570 E. Northgate
P.O. Box 2102
Irving, TX 75062

Phone: 1-800-527-9916

NOTE:
Hussmann Aluminum melts at 1125°F (607°C)
Aladdin 3-in-1 rod at

732°F (389°C)

X-Ergon Acid core at

455°F (235°C)

Technique:

1. Locate Leak.
2. REMOVE ALL PRESSURE.
3. Brush area UNDER HEAT.
4. Use PRESTOLITE TORCH ONLY.

Number 6 tip.

5. Maintain separate set of stainless steel

brushes and USE ONLY ON ALUMINUM.

6. Tin surface around area.
7. Brush tinned surface UNDER HEAT,

thoroughly filling the open pores around leak.

8. Repair leak. Let aluminum melt solder, NOT

the torch.

9. Don't repair for looks. Go for thickness.

10. Perform a leak check.
11. Wash with water.
12. Cover with a good flexible sealant.

6-8

S

ERVICE

P/N 0420057_B

Refrigerant vapor is hazardous to your health
and can cause death.

Avoid breathing refrigerant and lubrication
vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes,
nose and throat. If accidental system dis-
charge occurs,ventilate work area before
resuming service

Always wear safety goggles and protective
gloves when working with refrigerants.
Contact with refrigerant may cause injury.
Disconnect hoses with extreme caution! All
hoses may contain liquid refrigerant under
pressure.

Be sure that any room where you are working
is thoroughly ventilated, especially if a leak
is suspected.

Read all safety information regarding the safe
handling of refrigerant and refrigerant oil,
includingthe Material Safety Data Sheet.
MSDS sheets can be obtained from your
refrigerant supplier.

Refrigeration lines are under pressure
and should be depressurized before
attempting to make any connections.

When brazing pipes, be sure to use the
insulation blanket shipped with the
merchandiser to prevent fire or damage
to the plastic case bottom.

WARNING

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