Bacharach ECO-2020 Operating Manual

September 2013

High Performance • Oilless • Residential • Light Commercial

Product Leadership • Training • Service • Reliability

User Manual

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WARRANTY

Bacharach, Inc. (Bacharach) warrants to the buyer that this product will be free from
material defects, free from manufacturing defects, and will conform substantially to
Bacharach’s applicable specifications at the time of delivery.

Bacharach’s liability and the buyer’s remedy under this warranty are limited to the
repair or replacement, at Bacharach’s option, of this product or parts thereof returned
with a Return Material Authorization (RMA) to Bacharach and shown to Bacharach’s
reasonable satisfaction to have been defective; provided that written notice of the
defect is given by buyer to Bacharach within one (1) year after the date of purchase of
this Product from an authorized Bacharach distributor, as indicated on the original sales
receipt. The warranty excludes damage to the unit caused by misuse or mishandling.
Such abuse, as determined by Bacharach, will void the warranty, and the customer can
decide to have the unit repaired at current repair rates, replaced at current cost, or
returned (postage paid by customer). If you have any questions, please contact our
Customer Service Department at 800-736-4666 or email them at
[e-mail].

Bacharach warrants to the buyer that Bacharach will convey good title to this product.
Bacharach’s liability and the buyer’s remedy under this warranty of title are limited to:
the removal of any title defects or, at the election of Bacharach, the replacement of this
product or parts thereof that are defective in title.

The foregoing warranty is exclusive and is given and accepted in lieu of (I) any and all
other warranties, express or implied, including without limitation the implied warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose: and (II) any obligation, liability,
right, claim or remedy in contract or tort, whether or not arising from Bacharach’s
negligence, actual or implied. The remedies of the buyer shall be limited to those
provided herein to the exclusion of any and all other remedies including, without
limitation incidental or consequential damages. No agreement varying or extending the
foregoing warranty, remedies or this limitation will be binding upon Bacharach unless in
writing and signed by a duly authorized officer of Bacharach.

Copyright © 2013, Bacharach, Inc.

All rights reserved.

BACHARACH

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is a registered trademark of Bacharach, Inc. ECO-2020 and the stylized
ECO-2020 logo are trademarks of Bacharach, Inc. All other trademarks, trade names,
service marks and logos referenced herein belong to their respective owners.

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................... 4

1.1. Safety (General Prerequisites) .................................................................. 4

1.2. Safety (Proper Surroundings) .................................................................... 5

1.3. Safety (Proper Setup) ................................................................................ 5

1.4. Safety (Proper Operations) ....................................................................... 6

1.5. Specifications ............................................................................................ 7

1.6. Components .............................................................................................. 8

SECTION 2. OPERATION ............................................................................. 12

2.1. Overview ................................................................................................. 12

2.2. High Pressure Shut-Off Feature............................................................... 13

2.3. Low Pressure Shut Off Feature ................................................................ 13

2.4. 80% Shut-Off Feature .............................................................................. 13

2.5. Recovery Mode (Liquid or Vapor) ........................................................... 13

2.6. Purge Mode ............................................................................................. 16

2.7. Liquid Push/Pull Recovery Mode ............................................................ 16

2.8. Recovery Tips .......................................................................................... 19

2.9. Resuming an Interrupted Recovery ........................................................ 19

SECTION 3. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............................... 20

3.1. Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 20

3.2. Exploded Drawing Showing Spare Parts.................................................. 21

3.3. Accessories .............................................................................................. 23

3.4. Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................... 24

SECTION 4. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.............................................. 27

List of Figures

Figure 1. ECO-2020 (Front View Showing Control Knob Operation)................. 8

Figure 2. ECO-2020 (Front Panel and Gauge Details) ....................................... 9

Figure 3. Shoulder Strap (Showing Connecting Points) .................................. 10

Figure 4. Filter and 4-Inch Hose ...................................................................... 10

Figure 5. Optional 80% Shut-off Cable ............................................................ 11

Figure 6. Power Connector, Example Power Cord, and Sample Power

Labels ............................................................................................... 11

Figure 7. Recovery Configuration .................................................................... 15

Figure 8. Liquid Push/Pull Configuration ........................................................ 18

Figure 9. Parts Diagram ................................................................................... 21

Figure 10. Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 24

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It is important that you have a thorough

read and understand the labels affixed to the unit. Learn the

These instructions are for personnel trained and

should not attempt to operate this equipment. Failure to follow

use this device to recover refrigerants which are rated as

A2 or A3 rated

Inhalation of high concentrations is harmful and may cause heart

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Section 1. Introduction

1.1. Safety (General Prerequisites)

KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT! Before operating this unit, please read this

manual in its entirety.
understanding of the procedures outlined in this manual. Failure to
follow these procedures could void all manufacturer warranties. Also,

application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards of
your equipment.

READ THE MSDS (material safety data sheet) from the refrigerant
manufacturer before handling refrigerants.

CAUTION!
experienced in the handling of refrigerants. Unqualified individuals

proper operating procedures may cause personal injury.

COMBUSTIBLE/FLAMMABLE GAS WARNING! For your safety, DO NOT

combustible/flammable gases (e.g., ASHRAE ­refrigerants).

CAUTION! Wear safety goggles and protective gloves. Avoid eye
contact and prolonged skin exposure to liquid refrigerant, as contact
may cause frostbite.

CAUTION! Avoid breathing high concentrations of refrigerant vapors.

irregularities, unconsciousness, or death.

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CAUTION! Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before

GROUND ALL EQUIPMENT! The ECO-2020 is equipped with a three-

2020 unit, and other vessels containing refrigerants should be

1.2. Safety (Proper Surroundings)

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS! Although the unit can be used

outdoors, do not operate in the rain or in wet locations. Secure the unit
when working above floor level. This equipment should not be used in
the vicinity of spilled or open containers of flammable materials.

HAZARDOUS AREA WARNING! This instrument has not been designed
to be intrinsically safe for use in areas classified as hazardous locations.
DO NOT use it in locations classified as hazardous.

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS! This equipment should be used in a
location that is thoroughly ventilated (e.g., outdoors). For indoor use,
mechanical ventilation must provide at least 4 air changes per hour, or
the equipment should be located at least 18" above the floor.

1.3. Safety (Proper Setup)

plugging this equipment into an AC power source.

pronged grounded power cord.

USE AN APPROPRIATE EXTENSION CORD! Keep extension cord length
to a minimum. It should be a minimum of 14 AWG (2.0 mm
longer than 25 feet (7.5 m) to minimize the possibility of damage to the
compressor.

CAUTION! All refrigerant hoses, recovery tanks, refrigerant lines, the
ECO­handled at all times as if under high pressure.

WARNING! Before starting the unit you MUST OPEN the port to the
recovery tank. Failure to open the port will cause permanent damage
to the ECO-2020 and void the warranty.

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WARNING! Unplug unit before servicing; otherwise, an electrical shock

IMPORTANT! Periodically check the filter screen (located inside the

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1.4. Safety (Proper Operations)

WARNING!

R410A should be used to recover R410A. Failure to use the proper
cylinder can be extremely dangerous.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES! Follow the instructions that
accompany all accessories. Improper use of accessories may damage
the equipment or create a hazard.

USE WEIGHT (CHARGING) SCALE! When the ECO-2020 does not have
the 80% Shut-Off Kit option installed, a scale (P/N 2010-0000 or similar)
must be used to indicate when the recovery tank is 80% full (to prevent
overfilling).

WARNING! The input pressure of the ECO-2020 must not exceed 26
bars (337 psi).

WARNING! The ECO-2020 must be positioned upright on a level
surface, otherwise vibration, noise, and/or abrasion may occur.

WARNING! Do not block the ventilation openings of the ECO-2020.

WARNING! If the internal circuit breaker trips, wait at least 5 minutes
before resetting.

REPAIR DAMAGED PARTS! Do not operate the unit with a defective
part. Repair unit to proper operating conditions.

Only cylinders rated at 400 psi or greater and certified for

hazard will be present when the unit is disassembled.

brass fitting of the inlet port) before using and clean if necessary.

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R407D, R408A, R409A, R411A,

R402A, R404A, R407A, R407B,

1.5. Specifications

Item Description

Compressor Oilless, air-cooled, twin cylinder

Motor 1 HP (1450 rpm @ 50 Hz; 1750 rpm @ 60 Hz)

Power and
Current Draw

110-120 VAC/60 Hz 10 A max

100 VAC/50-60 Hz 10 A max

220-240 VAC/50-60 Hz 5A max

High Pressure

38.5 bar (3850 kPa, 558 psi)

Shut-Off

Operating

32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)

Temperature

Dimensions

16.13″ × 10.25″ × 13.75″ (410 mm × 260 mm × 350 mm)

Weight 28.5 lbs (12.9 kg)

Supported
Refrigerants

AHRI
740-98

Cat III: R12, R134A, R401C, R406A, R500

Cat IV: R22, R401A, R401B, R402B, R407C,

R411B, R412A, R502, R509

Cat V:

R410A, R507

Contact factory for other supported refrigerants.

WARNING! Never use the ECO-2020 to pump
anything flammable, explosive, or corrosive.

This equipment has been certified by AHRI to meet the EPA's Clean Air Act
minimum requirements for recovery equipment as defined in AHRI Standard
740-1998. For refrigerant recovery rates, refer to AHRI’s Certified Refrigerant
Recovery/ Recycling Equipment Directory located at the following web URL.

http://www.ahridirectory.org/ahridirectory/pages/rrr/RRREDirectory.pdf

For additional information contact Bacharach, Inc.

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1.6. Components

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Figure 1. ECO-2020 (Front View Showing Control Knob Operation)

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Figure 2. ECO-2020 (Front Panel and Gauge Details)

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