Method for solving charge imbalance in existing split heat pump

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 10775070
APP PUB NO 20180372354A1
SERIAL NO

15632035

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A system and method are described that help in alleviating charge imbalance issues, especially in HVAC systems that are operable in both heating and cooling modes. In various embodiments a compensator is attached to the liquid line of an outdoor heat exchanger. A heater is attached to the compensator. During cooling operations the heater is turned on to help drive refrigerant out of the compensator. During heating operations the heater is turned off, allowing excess refrigerant to migrate to the compensator and alleviate high pressure in the system.

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LENNOX INDUSTRIES INC2140 LAKE PARK BLVD RICHARDSON TX 75080

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Brizendine, Tim Rockwall, US 2 10
Mangum, Jeff Argyle, US 10 45
Perkins, Bruce Carrollton, US 6 41

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