Snap-on Tools makes aircon service a breeze

As we navigate the challenge of making travel plans, the idea of jumping in the car for a road trip has never been a more popular option. With this in mind, the demand for air conditioning services and re-gassing is expected to be a hot topic this season.

Preparation of your airconditioning service equipment is critical, so take stock now. This season could also present the perfect time to invest in your air conditioning service offering for the future.

You might question, has anything changed? In the world of refrigerants there is the transition from R134a to 1234yf in new vehicles. As the new gas becomes more common, it’s time to consider an auto-station designed and set up for the 1234yf refrigerant.

This season, Snap-on Tools introduces Breeze IV and Blizzard QTECH IV. Both are fully automatic air conditioning service units, which take the hard work out of air conditioning system servicing and re-gassing.

Designed for the HFO-1234yf or R134a refrigerants, the units are among the most modern air conditioning service and re-gassing units on the market. Both units are designed to make your job quicker, easier, and more profitable.

Blizzard Qtech IV

The Blizzard QTECH IV is Snap-on Tools’ most advanced air conditioning service unit, available in R134a or HFO-1234yf models. Features including Wi-Fi connectivity, a 7.0-inch colour touchscreen, 3.0m hoses, and a 12-litre refillable refrigerant tank. Packaged in a modular unit, it’s easy to manoeuvre and designed to make air conditioning service and re-gassing light work.

This unit offers unique hybrid functionality that supports electronic driven compressors and also includes the option to pressure test with forming gas or nitrogen. Standard equipment includes both hermetic oil and dye cartridges – both of which are also refillable. The Blizzard QTECH IV consumes 20 per cent less energy than rival units, with a powerful 1/3HP compressor that uses an innovative solenoid valve system.

The Snap-on Tools Blizzard QTECH IV includes the latest Australian vehicle database of specifications, including agricultural machinery and trucks. You also have the option to manually enter fill specifications. It’s intuitive to use, with the pressure gauges and touchscreen placed close together for easy use and ergonomics for the technician.

Breeze IV

The Breeze IV is Snap-on Tools best value for money airconditioning service and re-gassing unit, with the option of R134a or HFO-1234yf models. Designed for quick and easy recovery, recycling, and recharging of refrigerant, the unit features a 4.3-inch display and in-built printer.

With its Compressor Assisted Recharge method the Breeze IV, just like the Blizzard QTECH IV, allows fast and accurate gas charging in high temperature conditions. Advanced solenoid valve technology ensures greater service life and fewer service issues.

The Breeze IV also includes the latest Australian vehicle database, including agricultural machinery and trucks, with the option to manually enter specifications.

For more information about Snap-on Tools’ air conditioning service and re-gassing systems talk to your local franchisee representative or visit snapontools.com.au