R100 Oil-Less Refrigerant
Recovery Unit
Operation Manual
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to simple, efficient refrigerant
recovery with your new YELLOW
JACKET® Refrigerant Recovery Unit,
R100. This unit combines the latest oil-less
compressor technology with YELLOW
JACKET
quality refrigerant recovery products.
The R100 can recover refrigerant in three
different modes:
®
’s tradition as a manufacturer of
Liquid Recovery - Direct recovery of
liquid refrigerant through the recovery
unit. (Suction Valve in the “Liquid
Recovery” position.)
Vapor Recovery - Direct recovery of
vapor refrigerant through the recovery
unit. (Suction Valve in the “Vapor
Recovery” position.)
Push-Pull Liquid Recovery - Indirect
recovery of liquid by “pushing” the liquid
with high pressure refrigerant vapor.
Used when large amounts of liquid
refrigerant need to be recovered.
SPECIFICATIONS
Refrigerants: R-12, R-22, R-134a, R-404A, R-409, R-500, R-502 Hp/MP Blends
Compressor: 1 HP Reciprocating Oil-less 2-cylinder
Power Source: 110 VAC 60Hz (230 VAC 50Hz)
Amperage: Run Load Amps: 14.7 ( 3.7 )
Size: Height: 13 in
Full Load Amps: 18.4 ( 5.6 )
Locked Rotor Amps: 72.0 (18.0 )
Width: 14.75 in
Depth: 13.25 in
Weight: 48 lb.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
Introduction 2
Specifications 2
General Safety Instructions 3
Overview of System Operation 4
Cautions & Warnings 4
Push-Pull Liquid Recovery 5
Direct (Vapor) Recovery 7
Component Location 8
Troubleshooting Information 9
Repair Parts List 11
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Know Your Equipment. Read and under-
stand the operation manual and labels
affixed to the unit. Learn its applications
and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards of your equipment.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES
AND GLOVES.
Use the Correct Hoses. All hoses used
for refrigerant handling should be designated for use with the refrigerant to be
handled. Also use hoses of minimal length
with a shut-off device within 12 inches of
the end of the hose to reduce the likelihood
of refrigerant leaks to the atmosphere.
Ground All Equipment. This unit is
equipped with an approved 3-prong
grounding-type plug. Never remove the
round ground prong from the plug. Only
plug into a properly grounded receptacle.
Do not pressure test with compressed
air. Some mixtures of air and refrigerant
have been shown to be combustible at
elevated pressures.
Use the Proper Extension Cords. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, avoid use
of an extension cord with this unit. The
cord may overheat. If you must use an
extension cord, use the following guide for
choosing the proper extension cord:
Wire Maximum Length
18 Ga. 10 feet
16 Ga. 25 feet
14 Ga. 50 feet
12 Ga. 100 feet
Avoid Dangerous Environments.
Do not use this unit in damp locations
or expose it to rain.
This equipment should be used in a
location with mechanical ventilation
that provides at least 4 air changes
per hour. If this is not possible, it
should be located at least 18 inches
above the floor.
This equipment should not be used
near open containers or spills of
gasoline.
Disconnect Unit from Power Supply
Before Servicing. An electrical shock
hazard is present when the unit is disassembled.
Repair Damaged Parts. Do not operate
the unit with a defective part. Repair unit
to proper operating conditions.
Use Recommended Accessories. Follow
the instructions that accompany all accessories. Improper use of accessories may
damage equipment or create a hazard.
Use Caution When Connecting or Disconnecting. Improper usage may result in
refrigerant burns (frostbite). If a major
refrigerant leak occurs, proceed immediately to a well ventilated area.
Only Use the R100 with the Correct
Refrigerants. See the specifications for a
list of compatible refrigerants.
Operate the Unit within the Design Environment. The R100 was designed to
operate in a temperature range from 40°F
to 120°F. The unit should also not be operated in a wet location.
WARNING! Refrigerant, in liquid and vapor form, is a potentially hazardous material. Please consult the refrigerant manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet for
addition information and adhere to the
following safety guidelines:
Avoid breathing high concentrations
of vapors.
Use with sufficient ventilation to keep
operator exposure below recommended limits, especially in enclosed
and low lying areas.
Avoid contact of liquid refrigerant with
the eyes and prolonged skin exposure.
Wear goggles and protective gloves.
Do not attempt to operate this unit
above 120°F ambient temperature.
Do not allow refrigerants to contact
open flame. Refrigerant decomposition in a flame results in phosgene
gas. Breathing phosgene gas can be
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, cont.
FIRST AID: If high concentrations of refrig-
erant are inhaled, immediately remove the
victim to fresh air. Call a physician or
emergency medical technician. Keep calm.
If the victim is not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Do not give epinephrine or similar
drugs.
EYE: In case of liquid contact, imme-
diately flush eyes with plenty of water.
Call a physician.
SKIN: Flush with water. Treat for
frostbite, if necessary, by gently
warming the effected area.
CAUTION! All refrigerant hoses, recovery
tanks, refrigerant lines, the R100, and other
vessels containing refrigerants should be
handled as if under high pressure.
OVERVIEW OF SYSTEM OPERATION
The 1 HP R100 offers significant flexibility
to meet your refrigerant handling needs in
a compact rugged, powder-coated case.
Careful handling of refrigerant is an
important part of servicing air-conditioning
and refrigeration equipment. Specific
regulations apply to refrigerant handling.
Familiarize yourself with these regulations.
Because the refrigerant is combined in a
large tank, every technician must be sure
which refrigerant is in each tank. Your
company procedures should help you
determine this. Mixing refrigerants can
contaminate a large volume of refrigerant.
Use care when recovering refrigerant into
a portable tank. As stated in the warnings, overfilling a tank can be extremely
dangerous. This unit is equipped with a
tank overfill sensor cord. When connected
properly to a recovery tank with a 80%
float, this device will shut off the unit when
the tank float activates (open contacts).
The R100 is designed for direct recovery
of liquid or vapor refrigerant. It can also
be used for the traditional push-pull, high
volume recovery of liquid refrigerant.
Recovery of liquid refrigerant in Vapor
Mode can damage the recovery unit compressor. If you are not sure if liquid refrigerant is present, use the Liquid Mode.
CAUTION! WARNING!
This unit should be operated by
certified personnel per 40 CFR part
82 subpart F or current equivalent.
Before operating this unit, please
read this manual thoroughly. You
must understand the procedures
outlined in this manual. Failure to
follow these procedures could void all
warranties.
Before handling refrigerants, read the
material safety data sheet (MSDS)
from the refrigerant manufacturer.
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Inhalation of high concentration of
refrigerant vapors is harmful and may
cause heart irregularities, unconsciousness, or death. Deliberate inhalation of
refrigerants is extremely dangerous.
Death can occur without warning. Vapors
reduce oxygen available for breathing and
are heavier than air. Decomposition
products are hazardous. Liquid contact
can cause frostbite. All refrigerant
containers, equipment, and hoses contain
high pressure.
Contact with refrigerant can cause
frostbite.
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