Do not intentionally vent
Refrigerant should be recovered during service rather than knowingly released.
Control pressure and exposure
Liquid refrigerant can cause frostbite and pressurized systems can release material violently.
Account for refrigerant properties
Some newer refrigerants have different flammability classifications and require approved equipment and procedures.
Use ventilation and protective equipment
Follow the approved program, equipment manufacturer, and vehicle manufacturer instructions.
Common mistakes
- Heating cylinders unsafely
- Ignoring ventilation
- Treating all refrigerants as identical
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