How to Diagnose and Recharge Your Car Air Conditioning?

Air conditioning plays a crucial role in driving comfort, especially on hot summer days. Optimal air conditioning performance ensures a refreshing and enjoyable ride. However, sometimes the air conditioning system begins to show signs of weakness, often due to a lack of refrigerant gas. It is in these situations that DURACOOL/MULTICOOL gas cans are particularly useful, offering an efficient and easy-to-use refill solution.

Understanding Refrigerant Gas and its Importance

Refrigerant gas, also known as freon, is the essential component of any air conditioning system. This thermodynamic fluid has the particularity of capturing and releasing heat when it changes physical state. This cycle of compression and expansion is the secret of the production of fresh air by your air conditioning. As a result, an adequate amount of refrigerant gas is vital for the proper functioning of your air conditioning system. If this gas is lacking, you will quickly notice a noticeable drop in the performance of your air conditioning.

Symptoms of a Lack of Refrigerant Gas

Symptoms of a lack of refrigerant gas can be diverse, but they usually include air conditioning that takes longer to cool the cabin or doesn't produce air as cold as before. Other signs may include an air conditioning system blowing warm air, engine overheating due to increased workload to compensate for lack of cooling, or unusual noises from the air conditioning compressor.

Identify the Refrigerant Gas of your Vehicle

Before recharging your air conditioning system, it is imperative to identify the type of refrigerant gas used in your vehicle. Three types of refrigerant gases are commonly used: R12, R134a and 1234yf. Most older cars are equipped with R12, while newer models usually have R134a or 1234yf. To find out what type of gas is used in your vehicle, consult your owner's manual or look for a label near the air conditioning compressor. Once you have identified the type of refrigerant gas, you can choose the corresponding DURACOOL/MULTICOOL refill can.

Gases DURACOOL and MULTICOOL: Effective Substitutes

DURACOOL and MULTICOOL are environmentally friendly hydrocarbon gas brands that can serve as an effective substitute for traditional R12, R134a and 1234yf gases. Not only are they compatible with mineral oils, alkylbenzenes and PAG, but they also contribute to the reduction of energy consumption, thanks to their low operating pressure.

In addition, these gases do not contain CFC, HCFC, HFC or PFC, which are harmful to the atmosphere and contribute to the greenhouse effect. They also do not contain organic volatile matter (VOC), in accordance with current regulations. They offer a safer and more environmentally friendly option to charge your air conditioning system.

Diagnosis of Lack of Refrigerant Gas

The indispensable tool for diagnosing a lack of refrigerant gas is an air conditioning pressure gauge. This instrument measures the refrigerant gas pressure in your air conditioning system. If the pressure is too low (usually below 25 PSI when the air conditioning is on), it probably indicates a lack of gas.

Air conditioning charging with DURACOOL/MULTICOOL 

Once you have confirmed the lack of gas and identified the type of refrigerant gas your vehicle needs, you are ready to purchase the appropriate DURACOOL/MULTICOOL refill can. These products are exclusively available on www.multitanks.com.

Recharging your car's air conditioning is a fairly simple process. First, you need to connect the charging hose (compatible with your refrigerant gas type) to the low-pressure service port of your air conditioning system. Next, connect the DURACOOL/MULTICOOL refill can to the charging hose. Open the can valve to start charging the system. During this process, it is essential to carefully monitor the pressure on the pressure gauge to avoid overloading the system.

Precautions to Take When Using DURACOOL/MULTICOOL

When handling refrigerant gas refill cans, it is important to take certain precautions. Always make sure to wear goggles and gloves to avoid direct contact with the gas. In addition, strictly follow the manufacturer's specific instructions when using the DURACOOL/MULTICOOL refill can.

It is also important to note that although DURACOOL/MULTICOOL gases are more environmentally friendly than other refrigerant gases, they are still flammable and should be handled with care. Do not smoke or light any nearby open flames when using these products.

Tips to Maximize the Efficiency of Your Air Conditioning

In addition to maintaining a proper refrigerant gas refill, there are other ways to optimize the performance of your air conditioning. For example, you can regularly clean or replace your vehicle's cabin filter to ensure optimal airflow. Also, avoid running the air conditioning at full capacity as soon as the vehicle starts. It is best to let the warm air out of the cabin before turning on the air conditioning.

Why DURACOOL/MULTICOOL?

DURACOOL/MULTICOOL is a trusted choice among motorists because of its quality, ease of use and reliability. The DURACOOL/MULTICOOL products guarantee optimal performance of your air conditioning system and are available exclusively at www.multitanks.com.

Conclusion

A lack of refrigerant gas can seriously affect the performance of your air conditioning and compromise your driving comfort. However, thanks to the DURACOOL/MULTICOOL refill cans, you can easily diagnose and solve this problem. So, feel free to visit www. multitanks.com for all your refrigerant gas refill needs.