Keeping cool with Mahle ArcticPro AC service units
Mahle has detailed the features of its ArcticPro range of AC service units, which it says can offer fully automated, user-friendly servicing for both R134a and R1234yf refrigerants.
“From passenger cars, commercial vehicles, agricultural machinery, and off-highway equipment to hybrid and electric vehicles, the ArcticPro units ensure optimal performance, easy operation, and minimal downtime,” said Mahle.
“The intuitive touchscreen interface, efficient refrigerant recovery and recharge processes, and integrated vehicle databases make the ArcticPro units ideal for independent garages looking to provide fast, accurate, and profitable AC servicing this summer.
“Mahle ArcticPro is cost effective, efficient and environmentally friendly. With the patented E3 fill process, the air conditioning system can be filled independently of vehicle and ambient temperature.
“The device’s especially engineered E3 pump runs an automated internal cleansing process, which allows the oil change intervals to be extended to up to 1,000 operating hours – an increase of tenfold – and the annual oil change no longer applies. The advantage: lower maintenance times and costs.
“In addition, the E3 connect nozzles allow the refrigerant to be fully recovered from hoses and service nozzles. This prevents the release of any environmentally harmful refrigerant and reduces costs further.”
Models such as the Mahle ArcticPro ACX 380 (for R134a) and ACX 480 (for R1234yf) are said to provide exceptional performance, and are also ready for hybrid and EV servicing. Additional options include remote diagnostics and integration with Mahle’s workshop solutions. Workshops can also benefit from Mahle’s expert support, technical training and aftersales service.
“A high-quality air conditioning service machine such as our ArcticPro devices helps to automate and optimise repairs,” said Andy Lees, head of Western Europe Mahle Lifecycle and Mobility.
“This is becoming increasingly important as more and more vehicles are equipped with complex air conditioning systems.”
