Do you really need a Gas Refill?

Written By Alexis Ang
 
 

Air conditioners are designed like refrigerators. They use a refrigerant gas, usually R22, R32 & R410a, to transfer heat energy from inside to outside.  The gas runs through a closed-loop system and does not interact with the air on both sides.

Therefore:

Unless there is a mechanical failure or service error on the part of your technicians, you should expect to top up your gas just as frequently as you expect to do so with your fridge.

But in the off chance that you do, this is Ang Family’s Guide to AC gas top-up:

Step 1. Check the gas pressure.

Check the gas pressure with a gas pressure gauge. Here are the corresponding pressures required for different gas types:

R22 - 70psi

R410a - 150psi

R32 - 150psi

Also, note the gas gauge must be connected to the compressor outside. Technicians who can magically test gas pressure from the inside unit use alien technology not accessible to professional companies. 

Step 2. Get the prices straight.

If you do need a gas top-up, it is rarely a full refill. Gas prices should be charged according to the amount required. 

Here are our prices:

 

Gas only:

  • R22:

    • Half Tank: RM75

    • Full Tank: RM150

  • R410a:

    • Half Tank: RM110

    • Full tank: RM220

  • R32:

    • Half Tank: RM125

    • Full Tank: RM250

Gas with full service (service price excluded):

  • R22

    • Half Tank: RM25

    • Full Tank: RM50

  • R410a

    • Half Tank: RM45

    • Full tank: RM90

  • R32

    • Half Tank: RM40

    • Full Tank: RM80

Step 3. In the event of a full gas top-up, check for the source of the leak.

If your machine has a leak that requires a full top-up, it is either that your previous technician didn’t seal the pipes properly or there is a damaged part.

Do not do the top-up without fixing the source of the problem!

Our team will make sure the cause of the leaking is fixed before any gas refill is done.

 

Get a consultation or schedule your service from Ang Family Company:

 
Alexis Ang
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