BATTERY

The battery is a very important component in heat pumps and low temperature refrigeration equipment. This vessel, which collects liquid refrigerant, boiled off in the evaporator. This protects the compressor from hydraulic shock, trying to squeeze the liquid) and causing significant damage. In some extreme cases, a pipe-heater tape wrapped around the battery and insulation. This provides refrigerant boiling point will be enough and enter the compressor in the form of steam. Figure 12-2 typical battery, showing how it works. This component is installed in the suction line just before the compressor.

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