Robinair 17700Z Recovery, Recycling, Recharging Unit - Manual (Page 17)

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34700Z Recovery, Recycling, Recharging Unit
Maintenance
Changing Vacuum Pump Oil
For maximum vacuum pump performance, change the
vacuum pump oil after every 10 hours of operation. The
unit will prompt the user to perform a vacuum pump oil
change after 10 hours of operation.
1. Press MENU .
2. Use the arrow keys to select CHANGE VACUUM
PUMP OIL, and press START / YES to begin.
3. Allow the vacuum pump to run until it automatically
stops (about 2 minutes).
4. Remove the plastic plug on the oil fill port of the
vacuum pump.
5. Remove the oil drain cap from the vacuum pump,
and drain the oil into a suitable container for
disposal. Replace the oil drain cap.
6. Attach the flexible tube and cap to the oil bottle,
and pour six (6) ounces of vacuum pump oil into
the fill port.
7. Press START / YES . While the vacuum pump is
running, slowly add oil until the level rises to the
center of the reservoir’s sight glass.
8. Press STOP / NO .
9. Replace the plastic plug on the fill port.
The unit is now ready for operation.
Checking for Leaks
Check the unit for leaks every three months, or as
specified by local or state laws.
1. Turn off MAIN POWER .
2. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
3. Open the rear door.
4. Remove the top cover and front panel.
5. Use a leak detector to probe all connections for
refrigerant leaks. Tighten fittings if a leak is
indicated.
6. Reassemble the body panels, and close the rear door.
Inspect the unit periodically for leaks. The
manufacturer does not reimburse for lost
refrigerant.
Operating Tips
The menu item VACUUM OIL TIME
displays how long the vacuum pump has
operated since the last oil change :
OIL TIME=XX:XX
The time resets to zero after a vacuum pump
oil change has been completed.
Review current local, state, and
federal statutes, cases, laws, and
regulations to determine the correct
disposal procedure for pump oil. It is
the responsibility of the user to
determine if a material is a hazardous
waste at the time of disposal. Ensure
you are in compliance with all
applicable laws and regulations.
Oil Drain Fitting
Fill Port
Sight Glass