Recovery & RecyclingQuestion 213 of 240
Mixing two different refrigerants in one recovery cylinder is a serious problem because the mixture:
a.Usually cannot be recycled or reclaimed and must be destroyed
b.Becomes more valuable
c.Can be sold as a new blend
d.Improves system efficiency
Explanation
A mixed refrigerant batch generally cannot be recycled or reclaimed to any standard, so it must be sent for destruction at a cost. This wastes refrigerant and money. To avoid it, identify refrigerant before recovery, use a dedicated cylinder per refrigerant, and evacuate equipment between refrigerants.
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