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Old 03-13-12, 10:36 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by xotet View Post
Today I buyed a Olimpia portable A/C, for only 40€. Before make any mods on it I´ve tested the operation, here are the numbers:


Ambient temp = 15ºC
Compressor Discharg = 57ºC Max
Evaporator outlet = 7ºC

The first step will remove all te elecronics from the unit, because of the compressor stops according electronic board logic, so I will remove all the electronics and let see the max condensing temp.

Here are some pics.
Looks like your unit is working!

Is it possible for you to get R410a in your area?

That might be a simple path to success, allowing you to keep the cap tube, etc.

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