Regassing question [amateur]

[Rob White]

I hadn't spotted that, no; but then I hadn't looked closely either. Good to know.




Genuine question then: Why is the only R410A on eBay for sale from Germany? I though the Germans were even more sticklers for EU rules than we are/were?

They are good in Germany, look closer at the site and check the small
print I bet there will be a clause that states a certificate is required.

I honestly would be surprised if they would ship it to you without proof.

One last question then: Do you need certificates/qualifications to work on vehicle A/C systems; and if so, are they the same certificates/qualifications as you would need to work on fixed A/C systems? Basically... can I get someone who normally does car AC to "do a foreigner*" and regas my split system without breaking any laws?

Cheers,
Ade.


* Obviously any monies paid would be declared for tax etc.

I'm sure you could find somebody to do a foreigner they could work
in any discipline of the fridge industry. If they were prepared to do the
work and if they were satisfied the system was gas tight, then no laws
would be broken.

Obviously all VAT and duties would be declared and paid

Car AC used to be exempt but was brought under similar requirements
to those for static refrigeration equipment.

Since 2014 all mobile fridge, freezer or AC (MAC) is covered by a legal
requirement for refrigerant qualifications. It is not exactly the same
as normal static equipment but they are now clamping down on their
use and who can work on them.

Regards

Rob

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