Harbor Freight Tools 95951 User Manual
AUTO A/C RECOVERY /
Model
95951
RECHARGE MACHINE
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Sheet Steel Housing, Reinforced Braided Rubber
Construction
Electrical Requirements 110 V~, 60 Hz
Compressor 1/3 HP Input Power
Vacuum Maximum Capacity 60 Liters per Minute (15.9 Gallons per minute)
Suitable for R134A Refrigerant
Refrigerant Tank Capacity 14 kg (30.8 lb)
Maximum Scale Weight 30 kg (66 lb)
Recovery Speed 250 Grams/Min (8.82 Ounces per Minute)
Relling Speed 800 G/Min (28 Ounces per Minute)
Overall Dimensions 18-1/8” W x 22” D x 43-1/8” H
Net Weight 160.8 lb.
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
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diagram, or write month and year of purchase if product has no number. Keep this manual
and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious injury.
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WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. 1. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do not operate powered machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the 2.
presence of ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power machines create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a powered ma-3.
chine. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area
from debris fumes and oil. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Grounded machines must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and 1.
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs.
Check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. If the machines should electrically malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Double insulated machines are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is 2.
wider than the other). This plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
t, contact a qualied electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, 3.
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
Do not expose powered machines to rain or wet conditions. 4. Water entering a
powered machine will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the machines 5.
or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately.
Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a powered machine outside, use an outdoor extension cord 6.
marked “W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-1.
ing a powered machine. Do not use a powered machine while tired or under
the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating powered machines may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep 2.
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts in engine compartment.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts in the machine.
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Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in. 3.
Leaving the Power Switch on while the machine is unattended invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the powered machine on. 4.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the powered machine
may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 5. Proper foot-
ing and balance enables better control of the powered machine in unexpected
situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 6. Dust mask, nonskid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. Al-
ways wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and a dust mask/respirator when using
or performing maintenance on this machine. Keep the work area well ventilated.
TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. 1. The
correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not force the machine and do not use the machine for a purpose for which it is
not intended.
Do not use the powered machine if the Power Switch does not turn it on or 2.
off. Any machine that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous
and must be replaced.
Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any 3.
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the machine. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally. Always un-
plug the machine from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
Store idle machines out of reach of children and other untrained persons. 4.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain machines with care. 5. Properly maintained machines are less likely to fail
and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged machine. Tag damaged machines
“Do not use” until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and 6.
any other condition that may affect the machine’s operation. If damaged,
have the machine serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained machines.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your 7.
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one machine may become hazardous
when used on another machine.
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SERVICE
Tool service must be performed only by qualied repair personnel. 1. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a machine, use only identical replacement parts. Follow 2.
instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Maintain labels and nameplates on the machine. 1. These carry important informa-
tion. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Maintain a safe working environment. 2. Make sure there is adequate surround-
ing workspace. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location. Be sure there is
adequate ventilation. Do not operate machine or vehicle in enclosed space.
When using a handheld powered machine, always maintain a rm grip on the 3.
machine with both hands to resist starting torque.
Avoid unintentional starting. 4. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before
turning on the machine.
Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the machine or 5.
the vehicle.
People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this 6.
product. Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause
interference to or failure of the pacemaker. In addition, people with pacemakers
should adhere to the following:
• Avoid operating powered machines alone.
• Don’t use a powered machine with the power switch locked on.
• If powered via a power cord be certain that the machine is properly grounded. A
ground fault interrupt (GFCI) system is also a good precaution. This inexpensive de-
vice is a good safety measure because it prevents a sustained electrical shock.
• Properly maintain and inspect all machines before use to avoid electrical
shock.
Only use R134A refrigerant with this machine. 7. Do not use other refrigerants.
Please see refrigerant discussion on page 12 of this manual for more information.
Before servicing, check vehicle owner’s manual to conrm that A/C system will
operate on R134A refrigerant.
Before starting service, check to see that the recovery tank has space for ad-8.
ditional coolant, there is replacement refrigerant in the coolant tank, and there
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is cooling oil in the cooling oil bottle. Check compressor oil level to determine
it is within safe limits before starting service.
Do not expose this machine to direct sunlight or rain. 9. Keep it in a well ventilated
sheltered area.
The refrigerant tank may only be lled to 80% capacity during the recovery 10.
operation. Check tank level before starting service to ensure that there is sufcient
recovery space.
There must be at least 1 kg (2.2 lb) of refrigerant in the coolant tank to perform 11.
the relling operation. Do not attempt the relling operation if there is less than 1
kg (2.2 lb) of refrigerant in the coolant tank.
The HP and LP Valves on the Control Panel must be in the CLOSED position 12.
when attaching the machine to the auto A/C system.
When servicing, keep all hoses away from hot parts and moving components 13.
of vehicle engine area to prevent hose damage.
When running the vehicle, be sure it is in PARK or NEUTRAL with parking 14.
brakes locked and wheels chocked.
Never start the vehicle or operate the vehicle A/C system if the hose is con-15.
nected to the HP system and the HP Valve on the Control Panel is open.
WARNING: The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical 16.
known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive
harm). (California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)
GROUNDING
WARNING!
Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool.
Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the
power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facil-
ity before use. If the plug will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualied electrician.
GROUNDED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS
Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong 1.
grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the
machine should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low
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resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric
shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the 2.
cord to the grounding system in the machine. The green wire in the cord must be
the only wire connected to the machine’s grounding system and must never be at-
tached to an electrically “live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
Your machine must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and 3.
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should
look like those in the following illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
3-Prong Plug and Outlet Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special 1.
double insulation system which satises OSHA requirements and complies with the
applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
Double insulated machines may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in 2.
the preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
EXTENSION CORDS
Grounded1. machines require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated ma-
chines can use either a two or three wire extension cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge 2.
extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a seri-
ous drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible machine damage.
(See Table A.)
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For 3.
example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See Table A.)
When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure 4.
each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See Table A.)
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