Yellow Jacket RecoverXL, RecoverXLT Operating Manual
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YELLOW JACKET
RecoverXL™ and RecoverXLT™ Oil-Less
Universal Refrigerant Recovery Systems
Operation and Maintenance
Manual
(English and Spanish. French and German available at www.yellowjacket.com)
Table of Contents Page
General Safety Instructions 2-3
RecoverXL Operation Guide 3-4
Direct Liquid/Vapor Recovery
RecoverXLT Operating Guide 4-5
Direct Liquid/Vapor Recovery
Restart Procedure 5
Push-Pull Liquid Recovery 5
Recovering R-410A High Pressure Gas 6
Care and Maintenance - Auto Purge Instructions 7
Recovery Tips & Techniques 7
Component Location and List 8-9
Troubleshooting Guide 9
Technical Data 10
Suction Filter 10
RecoverXL/XLT Wiring Diagrams 11
Important Notice to Purchaser 12
Warranty Information 12
General Safety Instructions
1) Know your equipment. Read and understand the
operation manual and the labels affixed to this
unit. Learn the applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards of the
RecoverXL/XLT.
2) Use the correct hoses. Use only hoses designed
for handling of refrigerants. The hose should be
the minimum length required for each job and
equipped with a shut-off device (such as the
compact ball valve) at the end to reduce the
likelihood of refrigerant leaks to the atmosphere.
For best performance we recommend using 3/8”
hoses. YELLOW JACKET hoses are made for
almost every type of refrigerant. See your local
distributor for more information.
3) Ground all equipment. Plug the RecoverXL/
XLT into a properly grounded receptacle using
the appropriate plug.
4) If the detachable power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by a cord assembly available
from the manufacturer or distributor where
purchased.
5) If the attached power socket is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
authorized service center in order to avoid hazard.
6) Do not pressure test with compressed air. Some
mixtures of air and refrigerant have been shown to
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be combustible at elevated pressures.
7) Avoid dangerous environments. To keep
operator exposure to a minimum, use the
RecoverXL/XLT only in areas with sufficient
ventilation.
Recovery should always be performed in well
ventilated areas. Use the RecoverXL/XLT only in
locations where mechanical ventilation which
provides at least four air changes per hour is
present, or place the unit 18” above the floor
during use.
The RecoverXL/XLT should not be used near
open containers of gasoline or any other
flammable liquid. Do not allow refrigerants to
come in contact with open flame. Refrigerant
decomposition in flame results in phosgene gas.
Breathing phosgene gas can be fatal.
8) Always wear safety goggles and gloves.
Personal protective equipment should be worn to
protect operator from frostbite.
9) Use caution when connecting or disconnecting. Improper usage may result in refrigerant
burns (frostbite). If a major leak occurs, proceed
immediately to a well ventilated area.
10) Disconnect recovery machine from power
before servicing. An electrical shock hazard is
present when the unit is disassembled.
11) Repair damaged parts. Do not operate the
RecoverXL/XLT if there is a defective part.
Repair the unit to proper operating conditions
before further use.
12) Use recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany all accessories.
Improper use may damage equipment or create
a hazard.
13) Use the RecoverXL/XLT only with the proper
refrigerants. (See specifications for a complete
list of compatible refrigerants.)
14) Operate the RecoverXL/XLT within the
design parameters only. The RecoverXL/XLT
Caution: All refrigerant hoses, recovery tanks,
refrigerant lines, other vessels containing refrigerants
and the RecoverXL/XLT should be handled as if
under high pressure. When opening a tank containing
refrigerant, open valves slowly to prevent release of
refrigerant, especially if the valves might be
damaged.
To prevent the risk of fire DO NOT use an extension
cord longer than 25’ (7.6 m) and a minimum
AWG (1.276 mm
RecoverXL Operating Guide
Direct Liquid/Vapor Recovery
The RecoverXL is used to pull liquid or vapor
refrigerant out of the system and transfer it into a
recovery cylinder.
Liquid recovery is accomplished by connecting to
the high pressure system discharge service port
(liquid port) side of the system being serviced with a
manifold (to regulate refrigerant flow).
Vapor recovery can be done by connecting to the
system suction service port (low pressure) side of
the system.
Because the RecoverXL is capable of recovering
liquid, it is more efficient to recover all of the liquid,
followed by the vapor.
Ensure you have the capacity to recover all the refrigerant in the system. In the USA the recovery
cylinders can only be filled to 80% capacity and in
the EU it is only 60% capacity.
Refer to the following instructions and the diagram
on page 4:
Liquid Recovery
1. Know the type and quantity of refrigerant pre-
sent before servicing any system.
2. Turn off power to the system being serviced.
Turn the selector knob to off.
3. Connect your manifold to the system being
serviced. High Side to liquid port and Low Side
to vapor port as shown in diagram on page 4.
4. Connect the Utility port of your manifold to the
1/4” SUCTION port of the RecoverXL.
5. Connect one hose from the recovery cylinder
was designed to operate within a temperature
range of 40
operate in a wet location.
(liquid side) to the 1/4” DISCHARGE port of
the RecoverXL.
Note: Be sure to connect hose ends with shutoff to suction and discharge ports of recovery
machine. (For best performance use 3/8”
hoses.)
6. Purge all hoses of non-condensables before
recovering refrigerant into recovery cylinder.
7. Open the liquid valve on the recovery tank.
8. Turn the RecoverXL on.
9. Turn the selector VALVE on the RecoverXL to
LIQUID RECOVERY position.
10. Open the High Side and Utility valves on your
manifold and use them to regulate the refrigerant pressure to 80 psi maximum.
11. The RecoverXL will recover the liquid refriger-
ant. When you have removed all the liquid in
the system switch to vapor recovery procedure
step 9 to reduce your recovery time.
Vapor Recovery
1. Know the type and quantity of refrigerant present before servicing any system.
2. Turn off power to the system being serviced.
Turn the selector knob to off.
3. Connect your manifold to the system being
serviced. High Side to liquid port and Low Side
to vapor port as shown in diagram on page 4.
4. Connect the Utility port of your manifold to the
1/4” SUCTION port of the RecoverXL.
o (4o
C) to 120oF (49oC). Do not
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5. Connect one hose from the recovery cylinder
(liquid side) to the 1/4” DISCHARGE port of
the RecoverXL.
Note: Be sure to connect hose ends with shutoff to suction and discharge ports of recovery
machine. (For best performance use 3/8”
hoses.)
6. Purge all hoses of non-condensables before
recovering refrigerant into recovery cylinder.
7. Open the liquid valve on the recovery tank.
8. Turn the RecoverXL on.
9. Turn the selector VALVE on the RecoverXL to
VAPOR RECOVERY position.
Liquid or Vapor Recovery Diagram
10. Slowly open the valves on your manifold and
use them to regulate the refrigerant pressure to
80 psi maximum.
11. The RecoverXL will recover the vapor
refrigerant. When the suction gauge indicates
the appropriate vacuum, turn the selector valve
OFF.
12. Turn selector valve to PURGE position.
13. When the suction gauge again indicates the
appropriate vacuum the recovery and purge
cycles are complete. Turn the selector valve to
OFF and turn the RecoverXL off.
Note: If the machine is not recovering, refer to
the troubleshooting guide on page 9.
Restart procedures are on the side of the
machine and on page 5.
RecoverXLT Operating Guide
Direct Liquid/Vapor Recovery
The RecoverXLT is used to pull liquid or vapor
refrigerant directly out of the system and transfer it
into a recovery cylinder.
Liquid recovery is accomplished by connecting to
the high pressure system discharge service port
(Liquid Port) side of the system being serviced.
Vapor recovery can be done by connecting to the
system suction service port (low pressure) side of
the system.
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Because the RecoverXLT is capable of recovering
direct liquid, it is best to first recover all of the
liquid, followed by the vapor. This will make your
job easier and faster. Refer to the following
instructions and the above diagram:
1. Know the type and quantity of refrigerant present
before servicing any system.
2. Turn off power to the system being serviced.
Turn the selector knob to off.
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