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Old 10-22-16, 03:08 PM   #3
CrankyDoug
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Originally Posted by jeff5may View Post
Yes, R410a compressors can run R-290 but you lose capacity. The metering device has to be messed with as well. This has been discussed before here. R-134a can be used as well.
What about the oil in R410 systems? Do I need to flush and change to mineral based oil?

I am interested in a specific R410 unit. I have two already and the dimensions are perfect. Otherwise I would look for an R22 unit. In any case I would scrap the cap tube and use a TXV.
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