This section hopefully answers any questions you may have, such as how the system works, as well

as some tips on how to get the best out of your A/C system. If you still have a nagging questions not answered, let us know and we ll try and help. Air conditioning systems consist of ! main items"

Condenser #eceiver $ryer Compressor %&pansion valve %vaporator Air conditioning lines

The air conditioning lines condense cold air 'works like a radiator(, acts as a filter, pump liquid gas through the system, create cold air intake through air vents and transport gas to each system Compressor The compressor is the heart of an air conditioning system. It takes refrigerant as a low pressure gas, pumps it up to a high pressure gas, and circulates it into the discharge hose. Compressors are much like little engines. )ost of them have pistons, piston rings, a crank shaft, and bearings, *ust like a car engine. They need to have oil circulated through them to lubricate all the moving parts. This oil is mi&ed into and carried with the refrigerant. That is why running an air conditioner without any refrigerant is like running your cars engine without any oil. +e have parts to fit all makes and models. 1. What are the benefits of air conditioning?

%fficient cool air in summer, +arm dehumidified air in winter easily demists steamed up windows, -ilters pollutants / airborne particles inc pollen helping allergy sufferers, .leasant and odour free vehicle atmosphere at all times.

2. What causes the smell in my A/C system? The origin of the smell is caused by fungus, bacteria and other microbes growing inside the evaporator core. The moisture/laden environment is very conducive to the growth of these organisms. As automakers downsi0e components to save space and weight, this problem has been increased. 1ecause the automakers made the evaporator smaller, they added more fins and packed them closer together to increase the efficiency of the evaporator. +hile this has made the evaporator more efficient, it has also made it more prone to trap moisture that contributes to the growth of these organisms. +e offer a full

odour removal service using the latest research, tools and equipment. Contact us to find out more. 3. Does A/C use more petrol? The answer to this is yes it does, but not by much. 1ut then think of the alternatives. 2ou could have the windows open but that would increase wind resistance which can add up to 345 to your fuel consumption, especially at speed. And don t forget the e&tra noise and pollution through that open window. Also, it s worth pointing out that you should run your air conditioning at least once a week, especially in winter as the seals can sei0e up through non use potentially costing you more in future in new parts and repair,,, 4. Why does my car need an air conditioning recharge? 2ou re air conditioning system can lose up to 365 of it s coolant every year, so a 7 year old car may have lost almost half it s coolant seriously impacting on the performance of the system and damaging the components involved. 2ou should regularly have the air conditioning systems serviced to reduce wear and tear on the components and help avoid potentially big repair bills. +e offer recharging and servicing. . Why should ! get my air conditioning ser"iced? As previously mentioned, through non use seals can sei0e. 2our car manufacturer when they service your car only test to see if the air conditioning works, not that all the components are working properly and in full working condition. #egular air conditioning system servicing ensures the system is full of coolant, that their are now leaks, the pressure is correct and that the hoses, seals and pipes are all in full working order. #. What$s the best %ay to run my air conditioning? Turn the air conditioning on, ensuring that it s not set to economy mode. +hen you first get into a hot car, open the windows, ensure that the air vents are set to face level and the system is set up do do the same, not pointed at your feet. #emember cold air falls. Turn the temperature to as low as it will go, and the blower as high as possible. Also make sure that the air is on recirc mode and not taking air from outside. 1etter to cool already cooled air,, +hen the temperature is more comfortable, close the windows and increase the temperature to a more suitable level as well as decreasing the blower speed. 2ou should also point the air vents upwards to ensuring the cold air flows down again.