Mastercool 69360-YF SPARK FREE TWIN TURBO REFRIGERANT RECOVERY MACHINE Instructions

69360-YF OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SPARK FREE R1234yf

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY MACHINE

SAFETY INFORMATION!

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING

RECOVERY SYSTEM!

CAUTION! This equipment should only be operated by certified personnel.

SAFETY SUMMARY

The following safety information is provided as guidelines to help you operate your new system under the safest possible conditions. Any equipment that uses chemicals can be potentially dangerous to use when safety or safe handling instructions are not followed. The following safety instructions are to provide the user with the information necessary for safe use and operation. Please read and retain these instructions for the continued safe use of your service system.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Customers respect the tools with which they work. They know that the tools represent years of constantly improved designs and developments. The customer also knows that tools are dangerous if misused or abused. To reduce risk of discomfort, illness, or even death, read, understand, and follow the following safety instructions. In addition, make certain that anyone using this equipment understands and follows these safety instructions as well.

READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY before attempting to install, operate, or service this equipment. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage.

RETAIN THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Published standards on safety are available and are listed at the end of this section under ADDITIONAL SAFETY

INFORMATION.

The National Electrical Code, Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations, local industrial codes and local inspection requirements also provide a basis for equipment installation, use, and service.

The following safety alert symbols identify important safety messages in this manual. When you see one of the symbols shown here, be alert to the possibility of personal injury and carefully read the message that follows.

Recovery tank contains liquid refrigerant under high pressure. Never over fill recovery tank. Tanks should be filled to a maximum of 80% of capacity only. Use scale and connection to recover tank’s float switch to make sure tank is not over filled. Recovery system with automatic shut down switch must be connected to recovery tank float switch for proper operation. Use only approved tanks for refrigerant recovery. Use Mastercool DOT cylinder with float switch (part no.

62011-LH.

An over filled tank can explode causing serious injury or death.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARDS

• Make sure system is electrically connected to a properly grounded power source.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the air service center from the outlet before attempting any

maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

• Do not operate the machine with a damaged cord or plug — replace the cord or plug immediately. To

reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord, disconnect recovery machine by pulling on the plug

rather than the cord.

An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those on machine recovery plug.

b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and www.mastercool.com

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c. That the wire size is large enough for the length of cord as specified below:

Length of cord in feet:

AWG size of cord:

25

16

50

12

100

10

150

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MOTION HAZARDS

• Engine parts that are in motion and unexpected movement of a vehicle can injure or kill. When working

near moving engine parts, wear snug fit clothing and keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.

Keep hoses and tools clear of moving parts. Always stay clear of moving engine parts. Hoses and tools can

be thrown through the air if not kept clear of moving engine parts.

• The unexpected movement of a vehicle can injure or kill. When working on vehicles always set the parking

brake or block the wheels.

FUME HAZARDS

• FUMES, GASES, AND VAPORS CAN CAUSE DISCOMFORT, ILLNESS, AND DEATH! To reduce the risk of

discomfort, illness, or death, read, understand, and follow the following safety instructions. In addition,

make certain that anyone that uses the equipment understands and follows these safety instructions as

well.

• Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose, and throat.

• To remove R1234yf from the A/C system, use certified service equipment. Additional health and safety

information may be obtained from refrigerant and lubricant manufacturers.

• Always perform vehicle service in a properly ventilated area. Never run an engine without proper ventilation for its

exhaust.

• Stop the recycling process if you develop momentary eye, nose, or throat irritation as this indicates inadequate

ventilation. Stop work and take necessary steps to improve ventilation in the work area.

HEAT/FREEZING HAZARDS

• When under pressure, refrigerants become liquid. When accidentally released from the liquid state they

evaporate and become gaseous. As they evaporate, they can freeze tissue very rapidly. When these gases

are breathed in, the lungs can be seriously damaged. If sufficient quantities are taken into the lungs,

death can result. If you believe you have exposed your lungs to released refrigerant, seek immediate

medical assistance.

• Refrigerants can cause frostbite and severe burns to exposed skin. Refrigerants are under pressure and

can be forcibly sprayed in all directions if carelessly handled. Avoid contact with refrigerants and always

wear protective gloves and make certain other exposed skin is properly covered.

• Refrigerants can also severely injure or cause permanent blindness to unprotected eyes. Refrigerants are under

pressure and can be forcibly sprayed in all directions if carelessly handled. AVOID CONTACT WITH REFRIGERANTS AND

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES.

EXPLOSION/FLAME HAZARDS

• Check hose gaskets for damage that could cause leaks before each use.

• For general safety reasons, at the end of the working day or in between services (when services do not

immediately follow), make sure all valves on hoses and tanks are closed.

• Do not use this Recovery System in the vicinity of spilled or open containers of flammable substances

(gasoline, solvents, etc.).

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION

For additional information concerning safety, refer to the following standards.

ANSI Standard Z87.1 — SAFE PRACTICE FOR OCCUPATION AND EDUCATIONAL EYE AND FACE PROTECTION - obtainable from the American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036, Telephone (212) 642-4900, Fax

(212) 398-0023 - www.ansi.org

CAUTION: This equipment should be used in locations with mechanical ventilation that provides at least four air changes per hour or the equipment should be located at least 18 inches (457 mm) above the floor,” or the equivalent.

CAUTION: Do not pressure test or leak test refrigerant service equipment and/or vehicle air conditioning systems with compressed air. Some mixtures of air and refrigerant have been shown to be combustible at elevated pressures. These mixtures, if ignited, may cause injury or property damage. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant manufacturers.

Attention: Technicians using this equipment must be certified under EPA Section 609 (Environmental Protection Agency).

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CAUTION: This equipment should be serviced by authorized personnel only to maintain flammability rating.

WARNING: There is the possibility of refrigerant and equipment contamination from hydrocarbons or leak sealants in the refrigerant container or the mobile A/C system being serviced or refrigerant container.

NOTE: Use only new refrigerant oil to replace the amount removed during the recycling process. Used oil should be discarded per applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any additional costs associated with a product failure including, but not limited to, loss of work time, loss of refrigerant, cross contamination of refrigerant, and unauthorized shipping and/or labor charges.

IMPORTANT: R1234yf systems have special fittings (per SAE specifications) to avoid cross-contamination with

R134a systems. DO NOT adapt your unit for a different refrigerant — system failure will result.

PERIODICALLY INSPECT AND MAINTAIN REFRIGERANT HOSES AND SEALS TO ENSURE THAT HOSES AND SEALS

PREVENT THE ADDITION OF EXCESS AIR, DUE TO LEAKS, DURING THE RECOVERY PROCESS, WHICH WOULD

INCREASE THE NCG LEVEL IN THE RECOVERED REFRIGERANT AND COULD MAKE AN EXPLOSIVE MIXTURE WITH

HYDROCARBON REFRIGERANTS.

All hoses used for interconnecting system should have shut off valves (manual or automatic) on both ends. Treat all hoses and connections with caution. Hoses or connections will contain liquid refrigerant or gas under pressure. Connect and disconnect fittings with caution.

The Recovery System includes a fine screen filter at the inlet port. Screen should be checked often or whenever contamination prevents proper operation of recovery system.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Rated Voltage: 120 V

• Frequency: 60 HZ

• Full Load Amperage: 7.6A

• Locked Rotor Amperage: 25.2 A

• Output: 1/2 HP

• Class: A

• Continuous Duty

• Design Pressure: 400 psi outlet, 175 psi inlet

OPERATING GUIDE FOR DIRECT VAPOR OR LIQUID RECOVERY (Refer to fig.1)

Note: A. If recovery machine shuts off due to full tank, close valve on tank and shut off machine. Replace and connect

empty recovery tank to yellow hose and restart Recovery Machine.

1. Make sure on-off switch is off, “O” pushed in. Connect system to grounded power connection.

2. Turn INLET (blue color) valve to CLOSE position. Turn center valve (yellow color) to RECOVER position.

3. Connect blue hose from low side system connection to inlet port.

4. Connect yellow hose from outlet port of recovery machine to vapor (gas) connection on recovery tank.

5. Connect float switch cable from recovery machine to recovery tank.

NOTE: Recovery system will not operate if float switch cable is not connected. Recovery tank must be

Mastercool part #62011-LH and have a maximum capacity switch to prevent over filling of tank. Purge

air and moisture from system by bleeding lines or use a vacuum pump.

6. Open the vapor valve on the recovery tank.

7. Turn OUTLET (red color) valve to OPEN position.

8. Turn INLET valve on Recovery System to OPEN.

9. Observe operation of system. In rare instances “slugging” may be apparent (loud compressor noise or high vibration).

If this condition is apparent turn inlet valve to LIQUID position. System can be run with this setting continuously. It is

suggested that operator periodically turn inlet valve to OPEN position and check for proper operation of system. Best

operation of the system is with inlet valve OPEN and automatic pressure regulating valve controlling flow conditions.

10. When the inlet pressure is 15” Hg or more, the recovery is done. To purge the Recovery System, leave the system

running. Turn the center valve to PURGE. Turn the inlet valve to PURGE. It may take 1 or 2 minutes to purge the

Recovery machine of refrigerant, depending on how much liquid is in it.

11. Make sure the Recovery system is off. Turn the inlet and outlet valves to CLOSE. Close the valve on the tank and

remove the hoses.

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Figure 1

Recovery

System

YELLOW

Approved

Recovery

Tank

BLUE

RESET

OFF

80%

Float Switch

Cable

DO NOT fill tank more than 80% of capacity!

For replacement parts and/or service contact Mastercool Inc., 1 Aspen Drive, Randolph, NJ 07869.

Phone: 973-252-9119

RECOMMENDED PARTS

#

62011-LH

Filter

Float

Low Side R1234yf Coupler

Recovery

System

83934

Approved

Recovery

Tank

High Side

To connect yellow hose from manifold to the recovery, use provided adapter.

80%

RESET

OFF

Oil

Drain

Port

Sightglass

Moisture

Indicator

Inlet Filter

Float Switch

Cable

DO NOT fill tank more than 80% of capacity!

1 Aspen Drive • Randolph, NJ 07869 phone: 973-252-9119 • fax: 973-252-2455

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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