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Carrier 38AK Expansion Valve
A normal AC expansion valve makes it easier for the refrigerant to expand back into its natural gas state from a high-pressure liquid form. Your main AC unit would most likely give you heated air if the valve was not present
Clues to watch for to know the expansion valve will need to be replaced
- AC unit takes its sweet time in its bid to bring down the temp in the house
- The cool flow of air is warmer than it really should be as it comes from the air conditioning unit
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Before you decide on buying or purchasing any Carrier 38AK replacement part, do your due diligence and cross-check the model number and also make a visual comparison so that you are positive that the correct replacement expansion valve is the one being purchased. Once you have the part to install the part by yourself. Pay a professional locally to do the job for you.
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