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SPECIFICATIONS
Sheet Steel Housing, Reinforced Braided Rubber
Construction
Electrical Requirements110 V~, 60 Hz
Compressor1/3 HP Input Power
Vacuum Maximum Capacity60 Liters per Minute (15.9 Gallons per minute)
Suitable for R134A Refrigerant
Refrigerant Tank Capacity14 kg (30.8 lb)
Maximum Scale Weight30 kg (66 lb)
Recovery Speed250 Grams/Min (8.82 Ounces per Minute)
Relling Speed800 G/Min (28 Ounces per Minute)
Overall Dimensions18-1/8” W x 22” D x 43-1/8” H
Net Weight160.8 lb.
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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
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
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any
parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the
cover of this manual as soon as possible.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to
the Assembly Diagrams near the end of this manual.
1. WARNING! Make sure the Power Switch of the tool is in its “OFF” position and
that the tool is unplugged from the electrical outlet before making any adjustments
to the tool.
Remove the (4) Protection Bolts from the Electronic Scale before using this machine 2.
for the rst time. The four Protection Bolts (see photo below) are fastened to the
bottom of the machine. To do this:
Use a 6mm wrench to remove the bolts. Turn them counterclockwise to loosen. a.
Store the bolts in a safe place for future use.
Use the Power ON/OFF Switch to turn on the machine. b.
Press the “Recovering” and “Circulate” keys at the same time to reset the scale. c.
The word “Good” will appear in the LED display if the scale is working properly.
Protection Bolts
Prior to shipping this machine, replace the Protection Bolts to lock the scale in place 3.
to prevent damage.
Optional external coolant tank is discussed in this manual. This accessory is NOT 4.
INCLUDED with this machine and must be purchased separately. It is discussed
For ease of understanding, the components of this machine are displayed in groups.
Each group is identied with a Roman Numeral. Components within each group are identied with the group numeral plus a part number. For example “IV-3” is Part 3 in Group IV.
Group I : Left Panel Assembly Group II : Bottom Panel Assembly
Group III : Front Panel Assembly Group IV : Right Panel Assembly
Group V : Control Panel Assembly Group VI : Back Panel Assembly
PartDescriptionQ’ty
I-1Left Side Panel1
I-2Load Cell Controller1
I-3Pressure Controller A1
I-4Mounting Bracket 11
I-5Transformer1
I-6Pressure Controller B1
I-7Mounting Bracket 21
I-8Hose Connector4
I-9Oil Charge Valve1
I-10Quick Coupler1
I-11Oil Bottle1
I-12Separator1
I-13Oil Drain Valve1
II-1Bottom Panel1
II-2Vacuum Pump1
II-3Caster Wheel4
II-4Compressor1
II-5Scale Weight Sensor1
PartDescriptionQ’ty
II-6Mat1
II-7Scale Tray1
II-8Refrigerant Cylinder1
III-1Front Panel1
III-2Dryer and Filter1
III-3Separator1
III-4Solenoid1
IVRight Side Panel1
V-1Control Panel1
V-2Main Control Board with LCD1
V-3Key Pad1
V-4High Pressure (HP) Gauge1
V-5Low Pressure (LP) Gauge1
V-6Cylinder Gauge1
V-7Low Pressure (LP) Valve1
V-8High Pressure (HP) Valve 1
VI-1Back Panel1
Please Read The Following Carefully
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE
UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL
PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION
OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product
is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date
of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity,
improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event
be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special
or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com-
plaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either
repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price
if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired
products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning
the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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