How to Recharge a Refrigerator Compressor

This is part 2 of a 2 part series illustrating how to diagnose and repair a refrigerator that is not cooling. In this video, I show how to tap into the refrigerant lines to add refrigerant. Low refrigerant is one of the most common reasons why a fridge stops cooling.

See part 1 to learn how to determine if your refrigerator's compressor is working properly:
How to Troubleshoot a Refrigerator Co...


**** Timestamps ****
00:00 - Intro
01:58 - Tools/Supplies Needed
03:12 - Suction vs. Discharge vs. Process Lines
03:47 - Piercing Valve Overview
04:13 - Install Piercing Valve
05:04 - Attach Vacuum Pump and Evacuate System
07:01 - Check for Signs of Leak
07:30 - Close System and Disconnect Manifold Gauges
07:46 - Install Can Tap
08:17 - Purge Air
08:39 - Reconnect Manifold Gauges
08:50 - Add UV Dye
09:19 - Zero Scale
09:30 - Reopen System and Add Refrigerant
11:02 - Conclusion


**** Product links (I do not make any money from the purchase of these products) ****

Manifold Gauges: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Vacuum Pump: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...

Scale:
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Piercing Valve: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Can tap:
https://www.amazon.com/OrionMotorTech...

UV Dye:
https://www.amazon.com/Interdynamics-...

Fluke 117 Multimeter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Electrician’s Pliers and Diagonal Cutters:
https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-80... Automatic

Wire Stripper:
https://www.amazon.com/Stripper-Elect...

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