AL18 Discharge Pressure High

Cause
  • Discharge pressure is over the maximum for 10 minutes within the last hour.
Components Troubleshooting Corrective actions
Restrictions in the refrigeration system. Restrictions in the refrigeration system. Open Liquid Line Service Valve as needed.
Filter Drier Check the filter drier, if it is iced up or very cold it indicates that the filter drier needs replacement. Replace the filter drier if needed, refer to FILTER DRIER Service Section 6.13.
Condenser Fan Check Condenser Fan for proper operation. Correct as required.
Discharge Pressure Transducer (DPT) Confirm accurate DPT pressure readings, refer to MANIFOLD GAUGE SET Section 6.2. Replace DPT if defective.
Non-condensables in the refrigeration system. With the unit off allow system to stabilize to ambient temperature. Check system pressure against PT Chart for 134a, refer to Table 6−4. Correct as required, refer to Refrigerant Charge Section 6.7.1.
Refrigerant Check refrigerant level. Correct as required, refer to Refrigerant Charge Section 6.7.1.