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SPX ROBINAIR 17700-2K manual

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    O p e rating M a nual Model 34700-2K/17700-2K Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit[...]

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    SAFETY DEFINITIONS: Follow all WARNING , CAUTION , IMPORTANT , and NOTE messages in this manual. These messages are defined as follows: WARNING means you may risk serious personal injury or death; CAUTION means you may risk personal injury, property damage, or unit damage; IMPORTANT means you may risk unit damage; and NOTEs provide clarity and help[...]

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    1 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit T able of Contents Introduction .............................................................................................. 2 Glossary of Terms ................................................................................. 2 Setup Instructions ...................................[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 2 CLOSED CLOSED RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 4 4 0 0 0 0 5 5 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 5 5 1 1 5 5 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 5 5 2 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 5 5 0 0 2 2 0 0 5 5 1 1 0 0 2 2 0 0 3 3 0 [...]

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    3 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit 240 240 220 220 200 200 180 180 80 80 120 120 100 100 140 140 60 60 20 20 40 40 160 160 3 3 4 4 2 2 1 1 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 340 340 320 320 MLS MLS 280 280 300 300 260 260 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 OUNCES OUNCES CLOSED CLOSED RECOVER RECOVER RECOVER RECOVER CLOSED CLOSED CLOSE CLOSE VACUUM VA[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 4 KEYP AD FUNCTIONS In addition to the number keys, the keypad contains special keys that accomplish specific operating functions. Diagram of Keypad START — Begins, or resumes, a function. STOP — Terminates, or pauses, a function. RECOVER — Activates the recovery sequence. VACUUM — Activates vacuum and auto[...]

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    5 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Setup Instr uctions INITIAL SETUP CAUTION! R-134a systems have special fittings (per SAE specifications) to avoid cross-contamination with R-12 systems. Do not attempt to adapt your unit for another refrigerant — system failure will result! Read and follow all warnings at the beginn[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 6 240 240 220 220 200 200 180 180 80 80 120 120 100 100 140 140 60 60 20 20 40 40 160 160 3 3 4 4 2 2 1 1 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 340 340 320 320 MLS MLS 280 280 300 300 260 260 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 OUNCES OUNCES CLOSED CLOSED RECOVER RECOVER RECOVER RECOVER CLOSED CLOSED CLOSE CLOSE VACUUM VACUUM VACUUM VACUUM CHARGE CHA[...]

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    7 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Operating Guidelines USING THE SELECTION MENU 1. Press the MENU button. The top line of the display reads SETUP MENU. 2. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the menu choices displayed on the second line. The menu choices are: 1. SELECT LANGUAGE 7. VACUUM OIL TIME 2. SELEC[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 8 NOTE : If using a refillable tank, install the tank upside down, and connect the fill hose to the vapor valve. 4. Press the START key, and the tank automatically refills. The unit stops when a sufficient amount of refrigerant has been transferred to the internal tank, or if the source tank is empty. Press the STO[...]

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    9 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit SELECTING A UNIT (METRIC/ENGLISH) 1. Press the MENU key. Use the arrow keys to choose SELECT UNITS, and press START to begin. 2. Toggle between UNITS ENGLISH and UNITS METRIC using the arrow key. 3. Press START to save the current choice and exit. LANGUAGE SELECT The operator can choo[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 10 VACUUM VACUUM RECOVER RECOVER CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED VACUUM VACUUM RECOVER RECOVER STOP STOP R-134A R-134A in Hg in Hg VAC VAC psi psi kPa kPa bar bar OIL INJECT OIL INJECT CHARGE CHARGE 0 0 psi psi kPa kPa bar bar R-134A R-134A 0 0 4 4 5 5 3 3 0 0 0 0 5 5 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 3 3 START S[...]

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    11 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Operating Instr uctions OPERA TING TIPS Follow the SAE-J1991 recommended service procedure for the containment of R-12, and the SAE-J2210 recommended service procedure for the containment of R-134a. The recovery compressor is not a vacuum pump. The compressor pulls the A/C system to [...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 12 RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED VAC-CHARGE VAC-CHARGE ENTER ENTER R-134A R-134A R-134A R-134A in Hg in Hg VAC VAC psi psi bar bar kPa kPa psi psi bar bar kPa kPa RECOVER RECOVER CHARGE CHARGE OIL INJECT OIL INJECT 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 5 5 4 4 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0[...]

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    13 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Operating Instr uctions INST0699 9. When the system has recovered to a vacuum level of approximately 13 in. Hg., the compressor automatically shuts off. 10. The unit then goes into automatic oil drain, and the display reads: OIL DRAINING. Oil draining can require up to 90 seconds to [...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 14 RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED VAC-CHARGE VAC-CHARGE ENTER ENTER R-134A R-134A R-134A R-134A in Hg in Hg VAC VAC psi psi bar bar kPa kPa psi psi bar bar kPa kPa RECOVER RECOVER CHARGE CHARGE OIL INJECT OIL INJECT 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 5 5 4 4 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0[...]

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    15 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit NOTE: It is not necessary to change the High side panel valve from vacuum to charge when performing the VAC-CHARGE function. 3. Press the START key to charge the default amount of refrigerant, or use the number keys to enter the desired charge weight. Then press the START key. 4. If [...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 16 RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED RECOVER RECOVER VACUUM VACUUM CLOSED CLOSED VAC-CHARGE VAC-CHARGE ENTER ENTER R-134A R-134A R-134A R-134A in Hg in Hg VAC VAC psi psi bar bar kPa kPa psi psi bar bar kPa kPa RECOVER RECOVER CHARGE CHARGE OIL INJECT OIL INJECT 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 5 5 4 4 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0[...]

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    17 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Operating Instr uctions IMPORTANT! Evacuate the A/C system for at least 15 minutes for adequate moisture and contaminant removal. RECHARGING THE A/C SYSTEM W ARNING 1. Press the CHARGE button. (If an oil inject has been performed, the CHARGE key does not have to be pressed.) 2. Put t[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 18 SLOW CHARGE PROCEDURE WARNING Before starting the vehicle's engine, verify that it is in PARK or NEUTRAL, with the emergency brake ON. Never run a vehicle without adequate ventilation in the work area. CAUTION! Close the high side manifold valve before starting the vehicle A/C system. 1. Close the High Side[...]

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    19 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit 240 1 2 4 3 40 20 60 100 120 80 5 6 7 8 160 140 180 200 220 9 10 11 12 260 300 280 320 340 OUNCES MLS CONTROL BREAKER MAIN POWER BREAKER Filter-Drier INST0478 Location of the Filter-Drier REPLACING THE FIL TER-DRIER Order part no. 34724 for a replacement filter-drier. The filter- dri[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 20 Maintenance Instr uctions CHANGING THE V ACUUM PUMP OIL For maximum vacuum pump performance, change the vacuum pump oil after every 10 hours of operation. 1. Turn on the MAIN POWER switch. 2. Press the MENU button. NOTE: Do not connect the service hoses to a vehicle. 3. Use the arrow keys to select CHANGE VACUUM[...]

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    21 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Maintenance Instr uctions IMPORTANT! Inspect the unit periodically for leaks. The manufacturer does not reimburse for lost refrigerant. CHECKING FOR LEAKS Every three months, or as specified by local or state laws, you should check the unit for leaks. 1. Turn off the MAIN POWER switc[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 22 Replacement Par ts List ELECTRICAL PROTECTION The unit is equipped with two circuit breakers. If either circuit breaker trips, the unit will not function correctly and may lose all power. Press the circuit breaker button to reset. The circuit breakers are on the back of the unit. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 1. On a regu[...]

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    23 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit 34700-2K 17700-2K R-134a R-12 Replacement Replacement Component Part Number Part Number 96" Red Hose 63096 68396A 96" Blue Hose 62096 68296A Fan RA17416 RA17416 Filter-Drier 34724 34724 Compressor RA19458 RA19458 Vacuum Pump RA15425 RA15425 High Pressure Switch RA19427 RA19[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 24 Flow Diagram INST0576 1. Low Side Manifold Gauge 2. High Side Manifold Gauge 3. Low Side Manifold Valve 4. High Side Coupler 5. Oil Injector Check Valve 6. Vacuum Pump 7. Expansion Valve 8. Upper Block 9. Compressor 10. Air Purge Control 11. Lower Block 12. Return Oil Separator 13. Accumulator 14. Filter-Drier 1[...]

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    25 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Wiring Diagram[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 26 Robinair Limited W arranty Statement Rev. July 11, 2003 This product is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship, materials, and components for a period of one year from date of purchase. All parts and labor required to repair defective products covered under the warranty will be at no charge. The follow[...]

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    27 34700-2K/17700-2K Cool-Tech Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit Notes[...]

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    © 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation 28 Notes[...]

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    124080 (Rev. C, 7-09-03) 347002K/177002K Cool-Tech © SPX Corporation Visit our web site at www.robinair.com or Call our T oll-Free T echnical Support Line at 800-822-5561 in the continental U.S. or Canada. In all other locations, contact your local distributor. To help us serve you better, please be prepared to provide the model number, serial num[...]