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    Hello new to RE, I was reading some threads and realised by reading this is a well istablished community.
    Down to bussiness, i have an old GE unit (refrig), I need to repair. My question is what will I need to compleat this task? I have apoxy for the repair of the damage. I have a supplier for the refigerant. I don't know what tools I can use or how or what to access the system with. I have all the tools for HFC & HCFC'S refrigerents. What do I need to compleat this job?



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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Hi 74RR.
    Best advise is , get over it. Buy a new refrigerator.
    Who in there right mind would have a lethal killer refrig., in there home.
    Sulphur dioxide is a non-selective killer of us mere humans.
    Methyle chloride was another killer of people.
    magoo

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Quote Originally Posted by Magoo View Post
    Hi 74RR.
    Best advise is , get over it. Buy a new refrigerator.
    Who in there right mind would have a lethal killer refrig., in there home.
    Sulphur dioxide is a non-selective killer of us mere humans.
    Methyle chloride was another killer of people.
    magoo
    I have to repair this unit. No choice.

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Firstly do you have a disclaimer which your client has signed. Cover your arse in this sueing world.
    Have checked chemical combatabilty with your epoxy.
    Do you have access to breathing apparatus. (health and safety)
    Do you have the properties of SO2.
    Check system for service ports, get fittings to suit gauge lines.
    Charge as you would any normal refrigerator.
    remember that you ALWAYS have a choice.

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    I thaught I would get help about this refrigerent, and have some one out there that has actuly worked with it.

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Quote Originally Posted by 74RR-LU420 View Post
    I thaught I would get help about this refrigerent, and have some one out there that has actuly worked with it.
    I had one experience with it, but it will be of no help to you.
    My Father had a old metal refrigerator that died. He wanted to make a smokehouse out of it.
    We took it out to the back yard and I chopped the lines with an axe. Much to my surprise the escaping gas killed his strawberry patch.

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    This stuff is worse than anything I've ever smelled. My first experience was as a young tyke. My grandfather had a can of this stuff sitting in the shop for god knows how many years. One afternoon the can decided to let go! Talk about moving fast.

    Man that's nasty!

    I wouldn't work on that refrigerator if it was mine, and I use to have an old Monitor Top.
    If all else fails, ask for help.


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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Is this the same stuff that used tto be in the Teddington QR stat capiliaries?

    I remember breaking them when i was younger, would stop you breathing like you'd been hit in the chest

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Hi 74RR
    I worked on this gas as an apprentice many moons ago.
    Best advise is to dig a big hole and bury it.
    Trust me i'm a fridgy.

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Hey thanks for your replies, i'm still working on an answer......

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Given all the best advise from around the world and you wish to proceed. Then good luck, if we don't here back you have screwed up and killed yourself.

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    and lawrence is still here to tell the tale.many years ago it was interesting to see how many fridgies over 50 where still on the tools.if it doesnt take you out it builds up in your system with similar effects to alcohol abuse
    mmm to beer or not to beer...........lets drink breakfast

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    Re: R-764, SO2, Sulfur Dioxide

    Hey thanks for all your help, looks like I mite not have to repair this thing after all. Last word from my boss is that it will take a singed form to use the refrigerent, and a vified isolated use for the stuff.
    I enjoied all your comments and support lol.
    I do have a sound knowledge of refrigeration, maybe I can help in the future.
    Thanks again......

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