Ice machine re-gassing with proper leak detection first: we find and fix the leak, then weigh in a fresh charge rather than topping up. In Bryanston this is sandton prime work on sealed refrigeration system systems, attended within about 50 minutes of dispatch.We work across every major brand installed in Bryanston, and diagnostics start from the plated design data rather than a guess.Every visit starts with a full diagnostic and a written quote before any part is fitted.Several sectional-title clusters require HOA sign-off for outdoor unit placement and noise limits. Ice Machine Repairs bookings in Bryanston are logged against Block 9 so we can allow for power availability on site.
- Typical response window
- 50 minutes from Sandton
- Distance from Sandton CBD
- 5.8 km
- Municipal water hardness
- moderate (150 ppm)
- Load-shedding schedule
- Block 9
- Access & compliance
- Several sectional-title clusters require HOA sign-off for outdoor unit placement and noise limits.
- Typical installed systems
- Family homes on large stands, typically 4-8 indoor units plus a pool heat pump.
Refrigerant data
| Gas | Classification | Suction pressure | Discharge pressure | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R134a | HFC (A1) | 80-140 kPa at -5 degrees C evaporating | 900-1 200 kPa at 45 degrees C ambient | Wine cellars, display cabinets, medium-temperature commercial refrigeration and some heat pumps. |
| R404A | HFC blend (near-azeotropic) | 40-60 kPa (approx. 2-4 bar) | 1500-1900 kPa | Older commercial ice machines, cube makers, ice bins and blast chillers |
| R448A | HFO/HFC blend (low GWP) | 50-75 kPa | 1600-2000 kPa | Modern commercial ice machines, cube and flake units, coldroom retrofits |
| R290 (propane) | Natural hydrocarbon (A3 flammable) | 30-50 kPa | 1000-1400 kPa | Undercounter and self-contained ice makers, nugget machines, back-bar units |
Common questions
Can you just top up the gas in my ice machine?
No: a machine low on refrigerant has a leak, and topping up hides it. We leak-trace electronically and under nitrogen, repair the joint, fit a new drier, pull a deep vacuum and weigh in the exact plated charge.
Do you charge a callout fee?
A standard callout and diagnostic fee applies and is quoted upfront. It is credited against the repair when you accept the quote.
Do you top up gas without finding the leak?
No. A weighed charge into a leaking system is money out the window, so the leak is found and repaired first, then the system is evacuated and charged to the plated weight.
What does an annual service contract include?
Scheduled visits, priority response between visits, a written condition report per unit and fixed labour rates for the contract year.
Request a callout or quote
Send it straight to our WhatsApp for the fastest response, or call 069 268 0988 / email info@reyds.co.za.