with them since you will be working around
in its liquid state. R-22 vapors displace oxygen in
them.
the air, and if enough is inhaled, it can cause
Some of the hazards for air-conditioning units
asphyxiation.
are the same as other diesel or electrical support
equipment. These hazards include noise, high
voltage, high-pressure fluids, and exhaust fumes.
A/M32C-17 Mobile Air-Conditioner
In addition, air-conditioners have large, whirling
fans and blowers and refrigerant 22 in both the
The A/M32C-17 mobile air-conditioner is a
liquid and gaseous state.
self-contained, trailer-mounted unit. See figure
Refrigerant 22 (R-22) is nonflammable, non-
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toxic, nonexplosive, and odorless. However, it can
All the power-consuming components of the
still be dangerous. It can cause serious "burns"
A/M32C-17 are driven by an industrial diesel
Figure 3-8.-A/M32C-17 mobile air-conditioning unit.
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