Heat Saves Time
- Warning
- Hazardous Gases
- Never use a torch or other concentrated heat source to heat the compressor or other refrigeration system component.
The application of heat to the system is a useful and practical time saver. Increasing the temperature of the compressor oil and refrigerant will speed up the vaporization of any water present in the system.
Heat lamps, electric heaters, or fans can be applied to the compressor crankcase and other parts of the system to increase the temperature of the refrigerant and compressor oil.