If you own a commercial refrigerator, you may be wondering how to regas. Although technically possible, it is not recommended. Commercial refrigerators use refrigerant gases, usually R134a or R404a, that are sealed inside the unit. This means they should never run out of gas, and you can’t gas up the fridge to fix a leak. Instead, you should contact a refrigeration engineer for assistance.
The problem usually arises when there is a leak in the system, but it can also be due to other errors. If you are inexperienced, you may not be able to properly diagnose these faults, causing additional damage and danger. Also, you may not have the right tools to manage your work properly.
The first step in determining whether you need to replace your commercial refrigerator is to inspect the system itself. The refrigerator may be making a hissing or gurgling sound or the unit may not be cooling properly. This is a sign that the system needs to be repaired or else the Freon will leak and cause a variety of problems. In the worst case, the refrigerator may be useless.
Commercial refrigerators are more complicated than the average home refrigerator, and often larger than the average refrigerator. They also use a much lower temperature and require a larger cooling space. Commercial refrigerators may require repairs more often than a typical home refrigerator. Fortunately, there are several ways to maintain the quality of commercial refrigeration.