Add Freon in 2004 25’ Classic

[Planenut]

I need to try adding Freon to my 2004 25’ Classic.

Any idea what type of freon is in there and can I use the single hose Auto connection I have or will I need to find someone with a full set of guages?

Thanks,

[SafariSS]

Not sure what model AC you have but my 2005 is R134a. You do not necessarily need a full set of gauges but the "low side" gauge is really helpful in getting charge right based on your ambient temperature.

These units do not have charge ports, so you will need to either sweat in a Schraeder valve or use a saddle valve.

[Planenut]

Originally Posted by SafariSS

Not sure what model AC you have but my 2005 is R134a. You do not necessarily need a full set of gauges but the "low side" gauge is really helpful in getting charge right based on your ambient temperature.

These units do not have charge ports, so you will need to either sweat in a Schraeder valve or use a saddle valve.

I’ve used a saddle valve on a chest freezer in the past so that is an option.

Thanks,

[AlbertF]

What are the symptoms? Is the AC icing up?

Btw, Freon is R12. It went out of favour in the early 1990s. R134a is most likely the refrigerant used in your unit.

[Planenut]

Originally Posted by AlbertF

What are the symptoms? Is the AC icing up?

Btw, Freon is R12. It went out of favour in the early 1990s. R134a is most likely the refrigerant used in your unit.

It just seems to not be cooling as much as it used to. Otherwise working fine.

[CBWELL]

Have you cleaned the unit? Frequent cleaning of the coils makes a big difference!!

[Planenut]

I have not but plan on checking it out this weekend along with installing a new Maxair fan.

Originally Posted by CBWELL

Have you cleaned the unit? Frequent cleaning of the coils makes a big difference!!