Air conditioning system (Escort 5)

The air conditioning system consists of a condenser installed in front of the radiator, an evaporator located near the heater, a compressor installed on the engine and a dehydrator. The heater fan, by driving warm air into the car through the evaporator, cools it to the required temperature.

Caution: The air conditioning system is pressurized, so do not loosen any connections in the air conditioning system until the pressure has been relieved.

Warning

The air conditioning system must be serviced only by trained technical personnel who are trained in safe working practices, using the proper equipment, observing the depressurization rules, and familiar with the methods of collecting and storing automotive refrigerant.

When carrying out work on the air conditioning system, the following requirements must be taken into account:

• the air conditioning system is filled with reagents that are very dangerous substances. Early models used reagent R12, later ones - R134A. When working with reagents, they should not get on the upholstery, clothes, eyes or the human body. If they get on the body, the reagents will cause severe frostbite. Also, it is forbidden to work with reagents in a closed space, because the reagent vapors can cause suffocation. Reagents are heavier than air, so they are collected in the lower parts of the room or in an inspection pit.
• when working near the air conditioning system, wear safety glasses.
• if refrigerant gets on your skin or eyes, do not rub the affected area. Rinse immediately with cold water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention or medical attention. Self-medication is not allowed.
• do not expose air conditioning system reagents to open flames, as this will produce toxic gas and in some cases may cause an explosion.
• discharge the air conditioning system only into suitable containers, otherwise serious damage will be caused to the surrounding environment.
• reagent R134A should not be mixed with reagent R12, since different types of compounds are used for different reagents in the air conditioning system.
• in case of any disconnection of the air conditioning system, refilling and putting the system in order must be carried out at a service station.
• if it is necessary to carry out welding, soldering or other work associated with high temperatures near the air conditioning system, it must first be discharged.
• cleaning the condenser or evaporator with water vapor is not permitted. Only cold water or compressed air should be used.