Question 170Refrigeration & AC - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is B) system leaks on the low side. In a low pressure refrigeration system, excessive running of the purge recovery unit generally indicates that there are leaks on the low side of the system. This is because the low-pressure side of the system is more prone to leaks, and these leaks can cause air and moisture to enter the system. The purge recovery unit is designed to remove these unwanted air and moisture components, and its excessive operation is a sign that the system is not maintaining the intended low-side pressure due to these leaks. The other options are incorrect because: A) an overcharged system would not necessarily cause the purge recovery unit to run excessively, C) a faulty purge system vent valve would not be the primary cause of low-side leaks, and D) leaks on the high side would not directly impact the low-side pressure and the purge recovery unit's operation.