[C320-list] Adler-Barbour refrigeration

[Jane & Ken]

Charles, all of my information is at the boat, however; I am heading there this a.m. and will see what I can find and get with you on Tuesday.
  Kenneth Cathey,  OBUOY  #219

charles walsh <chazw199 at msn.com> wrote:
  Thanks for that info. The unit was last charged in July 2005 and was OK until this month. It probably has a very slow leak which I will investigate this fall. I would like to recharge for now. I can't find the A-B website. Do you know what it is or have the 800 number? Thanks.

Charlie W. 
----- Original Message ----- 
From: Jane & Ken 
To: C320-List 
Sent: Saturday, May 26, 2007 9:30 AM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Adler-Barbour refrigeration


Charles, the main thing to consider is if the unit lost its charge over a 10 year period--or did it go quickly (in a couple of weeks). If over a long time, then you can evacuate the system and re-charge.BUT, if a quick loss, then the leak must be found and repaired first atherwise the new charge will leak out too.
It is easy to determine whether your unit uses R-12 or some other refrigerant--It is stenciled on the compressor body.
A-B is very good with providing information. Just e-mail or call the 800 number to obtain any specific help you may need.
Kenneth Cathey, OBUOY #219

charles walsh > wrote:
Windrifter #317 is a 1996 model equiped with the Adler-Barbour Cold Machine that has lost its charge. In my area it is difficult to find anybody to work on boat refrigeration so I was wondering has anyone ever picked up a recharging kit from an auto supply store that will work on this unit. The unit probably originally came charged with R-12. Thanks for any info.

Charlie Walsh