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TXV Blockage (Debris or Moisture Ice)

Likely causes

Orifice iced from moisture

Check: Warm TXV body with a warm cloth and check if low-side pressure recovers (confirms ice block)

What to do: Warm TXV body with a warm cloth and check if low-side pressure recovers (confirms ice block) → Moisture block: recover refrigerant → replace drier → evacuate → recharge → Debris block: recover refrigerant → clean screen or replace TXV → Always replace filter drier based on root cause

Screen clogged with debris or sludge

Check: Moisture block: recover refrigerant → replace drier → evacuate → recharge

What to do: Moisture block: recover refrigerant → replace drier → evacuate → recharge → Debris block: recover refrigerant → clean screen or replace TXV → Always replace filter drier based on root cause

Field tip

The TXV is blocked, cutting off refrigerant supply. Address based on blockage type (moisture vs. debris). Moisture blockage will recur after temporary relief. Always replace the drier and perform thorough evacuation.

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