LG / GOLDSTAR GC-B359B
Service Manual

SERVICING PRECAUTIONS
Features of refrigerant (R600a) � Achromatic and odor less gas. � Flammable gas and the ignition (explosion) at 494°C. � Upper/lower explosion limit: 1.8%~8.4%/Vol. Features of the R600a refrigerator � Charging of 60% refrigerant compared with a R134a model � The suction pressure is below 1bar (abs) during the operation. � Because of its low suction pressure, the external air may flow in the cycle system when the refrigerant leak, and it causes malfunction in the compressor. � The displacement of compressor using R600a must be at least 1.7 times larger than that of R134a. � Any type of dryer is applicable (XH-5, 7, 9). � The EVAPORATOR or any other cycle part that has welding joint is hidden in the foam. (If not hidden inside, the whole electric parts must be tested with the LEAKAGE TEST according to the IEC Standard.) � The compressor has label of the refrigerant R600a. � Only the SVC man must have an access to the system. Installation place � Must be well ventilated. � Must be 20 m3 or larger. � Must be no-smoking area. � No ignitable factors must be present. Utilities � Refrigerant cylinder (MAX NET 300g) � Manometer � Vacuum pump (600l/min) � Piercing Clamp � Quick coupler � Hoses (5m-1EA, 1m-3EA) � LOKRING � Portable Leakage detector (3g/year�) � Nitrogen cylinder (for leakage test) � Concentration gauge Make sure before Servicing � Refrigerant Confirm the refrigerant by checking Name Plate and the label on the compressor, after opening the COVER ASSY, BACK-M/C. � If the refrigerant is R600a, you must not weld or apply a heat source. Air Recharging in Compressor Before refilling the refrigerant, you must perform the test according to Chapter 5 (TROUBLESHOOTING CHART). When the defects are found, you must discharge the residual refrigerant (R600a) in the outdoor. For discharging the refrigerant R600a, break the narrow portion of tube extension by hand or with a pipe cutter as shown in Figure 1. Leave it for 30min in outside to stabilize the pressure with ambient. Then, check the pressure by piercing the dryer part with piercing pliers. If the refrigerant is not completely discharged, let the refrigerator alone for more 30min in outside.
POINT TO BE BROKEN CHARGE TUBE EXTENSION

After the refrigerant (R600a) is completely discharged, repair any defective parts and replace the dryer. At any case you must use the LOKRING for connecting or replacing any part in the cycle (No Fire, No Welding). Connect the Schrader valve to pump with the coupler. And then turn the pump on for vacuum state (Figure 3). Let the pump run until the lowpressure gauge indicates the vacuum (gauge pressure 0, absolute pressure -1atm or -760mmHg). Recommended vacuum time is 30 min. Charge the N2 gas in order to check for leakage from welding points and the LOKRING. If leakages are found, repair the defects and repeat the vacuum process.

TO THE VACUUM PUMP PRESSURE GAUGE

Figure 3 After the system is completely vacuumed, fill it with the refrigerant R600a up to what has been specified at your refrigerator Name Plate. The amount of refrigerant (R600a) must be precisely measured within the error of ±2g by an electron scale (Figure 4). If you use the manifold connected with both the refrigerant (R600a) cylinder and the vacuum pump simultaneously, make sure the pump valve is closed (Figure 5).
REFRIGERANT (R600a) COUPLE CHARGING HOSE

THROTTLE VALVE WEIGH SCALE FILLING OR CHARGE TUBE TO THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM VALVE TO BE OPENED WHEN REFILLING TO THE CHARGE CYLINDER VALVE TO BE CLOSED AFTER VACUUM TO THE VACUUM PUMP

Figure 4

Figure 5

SERVICE TUBE EXTENSION

SCHRADER VALVE (ONE-WAY VALVE) LOKRING

Figure 1

Figure 2

Connect the charging hose (that is connected to the refrigerant (R600a) cylinder) to the Schrader valve installed on the service tube. Then, charge the refrigerant (R600a) by controlling the Throttle valve. When you do so, do not fully open the Throttle valve because it may make damage to the compressor. Gradually charge the refrigerant (R600a) by changing open and close the Throttle Valve (5g at each time). The charging hose must use a one-way valve to prevent the refrigerant refluence. Close the Schrader valve cap after the refrigerant (R600a) is completely recharged. After you completely recharge the refrigerant (R600a), perform the leakage test by using a portable leakage detector or soapy water. Test the low pressure (suction) parts in compressor off time and high pressure parts in compressor on time. If the leakages are found, restart from the refrigerant (R600a) discharging process and repairs defects of leaks. After the leakage test, check the temperature of each parts of the cycle. Check with hands if the CONDENSER and the case (HOT-LINE pipe) that is contacted to the door gasket are warm. Confirm that frost is uniform distributed on the surface of the EVAPORATOR.

Attach the service tube installed with a Schrader valve (one-way valve) by using the LOKRING (Figure 2). Then, connect the Schrader valve (one-way valve) to the pump that is connected to the discharging hose leading to the outside. When discharging the residual refrigerant, repeat 3 cycle that includes 3min of the pump running->pump off->30sec of the compressor running.

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