Cleaning effect of R290 and R1270

• Hydrocarbons are good solvents for deposits, drawing greases and oils in the pipework.
• Consequences:
• Heavy deposits of dirt in the compressor and in the control devices:
• Measures:
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness – carefully clean pipelines and components.
• Perform soldering work only under a protective charge – use dried nitrogen.
• Observe purity requirements according to DIN 8964 or comparable standards.
• For widely branched systems, use suction side cleaning filters.