3 steps to know how to maintain your transport refrigeration units

Release Time:2022-08-25

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Your cargo is your business and you must do what needs to be done to protect that cargo and delivery your good on time and in prime condition.
You service your delivery van but never forget the truck&van refrigeration equipment.
If you want your equipment to deliver your goods time after time then follow the right preventive checks
We have produced a simple step-by-step maintenance guide.

How often should I carry out the maintenance intervals?

Kims	Mils	Initial service	Service A	Service B
5000	3000	■
30 000	18 000		■
60 000	36 000		■	■
90 000	54 000		■
120 000	72 000		■	■
150 000	90 000		■
180 000	108 000		■	■
210 000	126 000		■

What needs to be done?

Initial service	•Check the tightness of bolts and screws and that the unit is correctly fastened onto the box. •Check for pressure leak. •Check that the road compressor RPM high and low are correct. •Check compressor belt tension.
Service A	•Clean up battery and battery clamps •Check belt compressor tension •Replace compressor belt every 3000 hours •Check for refrigerant leaks •Check all electrical connections •Check the cooling mode •Check the defrost operation •Check the operation of the cab control •Clean up condenser coil
Service B	•Replace idler pulley bearings if any.
Every year	•Replace filter drier. •Clean up the expansion valve orifice filter.
Every TWO years	•Replace compressor oil - only use Polyolester oil (POE) approved by supplier •Replace refrigerant. •Replace orifice expansion valve

Who can do it?
Only use trained transport refrigeration engineers and only use genuine OEM parts.
The transport refrigeration unit is the key to your business success make it work with you by keeping it maintained to the highest standards.

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