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Repairing aluminum coil – hussmann P/N 0387183_D User Manual

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REPAIRING ALUMINUM COIL

The aluminum coils used in Hussmann merchan-
disers may be easily repaired in the field.
Materials are available from local refrigeration
wholesalers.

Hussmann recommends the following solders and
technique:

Solders

Aladdin Welding Products Inc.

P.O. Box 7188
1300 Burton St.
Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Phone: 1-800-645-3413
Fax: 1-800-645-3414

X-Ergon

1570 E. Northgate
P.O. Box 2102
Irving, TX 75062

Phone: 1-800-527-9916

NOTE:
Hussmann Aluminum melts at 1125°F (607°C)

Aladdin 3-in-1 rod at

732°F (389°C)

X-Ergon Acid core at

455°F (235°C)

Technique:

1. Locate Leak.

2. REMOVE ALL PRESSURE.

3. Brush area UNDER HEAT.

4. Use PRESTOLITE TORCH ONLY.

Number 6 tip.

5. Maintain separate set of stainless steel

brushes and USE ONLY ON ALUMINUM.

6. Tin surface around area.

7. Brush tinned surface UNDER HEAT,

thoroughly filling the open pores around leak.

8. Repair leak. Let aluminum melt solder, NOT

the torch.

9. Don't repair for looks. Go for thickness.

10. Perform a leak check.

11. Wash with water.

12. Cover with a good flexible sealant.

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