What type of freon goes in a RV air conditioner?

So what type of freon goes in a RV air conditioner? Nowadays, chances are that your RV’s air conditioner will use R-410A. However, it is sold under a variety of different brand names, so you will want to make sure that you get the right one for your air conditioner. In the past, it always would have been R-22 Freon.

How much freon does an RV take?

you need 30 pounds at least on the sucktion side. measure temp at expansion valve… you should see the sucktion side get 40 degrees or so when running and nearly full of 134 or any refrigerant. you may need 3 cans like mine or more.

Why is my dash air conditioner leaking Freon?

Under use on road trips we lose the freon in only a few days. Recharging the system is easy enough and they used a freon leak detector to go over the whole system without finding the leak. That is with the exception of where the freon lines are hidden since they are routed in the chassis.

How old is dash air conditioner in motorhomes?

Thanks for any ideas. Have them add a leak detector dye when they next work on it. Our dash HVAC works just fine and is 19 years old. You will have to determine the fix the dash A/C ($$$) vs use generator and overhead air ($$$) based on your needs.

Is the dash air conditioner blowing cold air?

I have a 2008 Newmar Essex and the dash air conditioner is not blowing cold air. Are there some common causes others have encountered? Any troubleshooting suggestions? Join the #1 RV Forum Today – It’s Totally Free!

Where do I find the refrigerant number on my RV?

As was said before, you should be able to find a label on one of the AC components that states the required quantity of refrigerant. Since the OP didn’t mention the model or year of his RV, any number is purely a guess.

Is the dash air conditioner R-134a rated for R-12?

R-409a is another possibility. And you will not experience the reduced performance level that you get with the R-134a in a system designed for R-12. Check with a certified and experienced A/C technician to see what is available at this time and will work best with your system.

Is the Freon R-12 air conditioner still sold?

One other point to be considered is to have your older system that may still have in it the old Freon Type R-12 or Type R-22 serviced withing the next year or so. I seem to remember something about 2015 will be the last year that R-12 and R-22 can be sold or used in this country even by certified A/C technicians.

How long does it take to recharge a freon air conditioner?

Be careful and wear goggles and gloves. One other point to be considered is to have your older system that may still have in it the old Freon Type R-12 or Type R-22 serviced withing the next year or so.