Proper compressor draining and filling procedures
March 2, 2021
A different procedure is required on a lot of other compressors and based on my tech line experience: a huge number of technicians are not aware of this.Read Article >
“Balancing” oil balancing
February 23, 2021
What should we do if performing an oil balance and only 1/4 oz of oil drains from the original compressorRead Article >
How much compressor oil is too much?
January 19, 2021
By Richard Hawkins, MACS Technical Contributor A lot of interesting calls are encountered when working on an A/C tech help line and a large percentage of them involve lubrication issues...Read Article >
Do you know all you need to know about compressors?
January 13, 2020
Understanding Compressor Design and Functional Differences With RICHARD HAWKINS 1-800-Radiator and A/C Thursday, February 20 at 8am Compressors vary widely among the different vehicle platforms and even some specific models use...Read Article >
Do you know how to optimize system charge levels for modern condensers?
January 14, 2016
Attend MACS 2016 Training Event and Trade Show, February 11-13, 2016 at the Caribe Royale all-suite hotel and convention center in Orlando, FL and you’ll be able to take part...Read Article >
Hyundai installing dual-refrigerant compressor
July 31, 2014
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor My uncle Joe recently purchased a 2014 Hyundai Sonata to use as his commuter car for getting back and forth to work. When he...Read Article >
Compressor Oil Fill
May 21, 2013
(illustration: Sanden International)Richard Hawkins is a technical advisor at 1-800-Radiator. He recently told MACS about a question he received from one of the company’s franchise offices.I cringe whenever I hear...Read Article >