Quote Originally Posted by IRMechanik View Post
No stupid questions. If the unit is running pump out from the receiver into your recovery tank, you'll probably get at least half the charge or most of the liquid, more if you cover the condenser. Then recover the remaining liquid from the receiver after that switch to your compressor connections.
Thanks for your help.

So if I reclaim the unit where do I need the solenoid magnets?
Then
Once I've done that I can extend the pipes and vac it out and recharge it

Will extending the cables effect the thermostat probe?