Warm Cold Machine

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Dave Baker

I have an older Cold Machine (1992)that no longer cools adequately. The compressor and the fan on the condenser both cycle on and off. I have concluded the refrigerant(CFC-12) needs to be recharged. Because consumers are no longer "qualfied" to use CFC-12, I checked with a local service company and was quoted "a couple of hundred dollars" for a service call and a recharge. Rather than spending money to service a 10 year old system, I have been contemplating replacing the condenser. Now my question: If I replace the condenser, must I also replace the evaporator or will the older evaporator operate with the new refrigerants? I appreciate your reply.
 
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Terry Cox

STILL CFC-12 STASHES AROUND...

our marina service manager had a personal stash that he used for his boat. He recharged my cold machine for a nominal fee of $50. Runs great ever since...three months steady. Check around your marina or other locals. You should be able to find a source. Certainly less than replacing still serviceable hardware. Good luck. Terry
 
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Phil Williams

To Replace or Not to Replace

The replacement of just the condensing unit is not a suggestion we would make due to the cost difference. With replacing just the condenser you still have to have a service technician come to the boat to recharge the unit. The warranty on a new condenser is only 90 days. I would suggest you purchase a complete new system if you decide not to have a service tech repair the existing unit. This would be much more cost effective. Phil
 
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