{"product_id":"continental-refrigeration-40773-expansion-valve","title":"Continental Refrigeration 40773 Expansion Valve","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CONTINENTAL REFRIGERATION 40773 is a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) designed to regulate refrigerant flow in commercial refrigeration systems. Sold under the FBSE-1\/4-ZP designation, this valve meters liquid refrigerant into the evaporator coil, maintaining the correct superheat level to protect the compressor and optimize system efficiency. It is a factory-specification replacement part sourced through Continental Refrigeration, intended for installation by licensed refrigeration technicians and HVAC-R service professionals working on commercial appliance systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis expansion valve is suited for commercial refrigeration applications, including reach-in coolers, undercounter units, and similar Continental Refrigeration commercial appliances. The FBSE-1\/4-ZP designation identifies the valve body style and orifice sizing, making it specific to systems engineered around that flow capacity. Technicians replacing a failed or improperly operating TXV in a Continental Refrigeration unit should verify the valve designation matches the original equipment specification before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-specification expansion valve for Continental Refrigeration commercial units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFBSE-1\/4-ZP designation identifies valve series and orifice size for proper refrigerant metering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls evaporator superheat to protect compressor from liquid slugging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement part sourced from Continental Refrigeration parts and accessories line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement expansion valve for Continental Refrigeration commercial refrigeration appliances requiring the FBSE-1\/4-ZP valve specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation must be performed by an EPA Section 608 certified refrigeration or HVAC-R technician. Recover all refrigerant from the system before removing the existing valve, and allow the system to fully depressurize. Verify the new valve orifice designation and refrigerant compatibility before brazing or connecting the new valve into the refrigerant circuit. After installation, leak-check all joints and recharge the system according to the equipment manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValve Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValve Designation\u003c\/strong\u003e: FBSE-1\/4-ZP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: CONTINENTAL REFRIGERATION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 40773\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CONTINENTAL REFRIGERATION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199862538546,"sku":"40773","price":201.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/307141002.jpg?v=1779686941","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/continental-refrigeration-40773-expansion-valve","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}