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Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit1OperatingManualModel 17800B/17801BRecovery/Recycling/Recharging UnitFor Multiple Refrigerants

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation10The VacuMaster® vacuum pump is shipped without oil in the reservoir. Beforestarting the unit, you must fill the pum

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit11Set Up InstructionsBefore using a new tank, you must purge its nitrogen charge and pull it into a vac

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation12Operating InstructionsDiagram of Control PanelRECOVERY PROCEDURESWARNING!Always wear safety goggles when working wi

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit13The “CL-L” message shows on the display if there is pressure in the unit, and a self-clearing process

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation14Operating InstructionsImportant!Before changingrefrigerant types,be sure the redhigh side and bluelow side hoses ar

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit154. If you need to change hoses for the next refrigerant type, go to Step 5. If you donot need to chan

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation16Operating InstructionsA/C-R SYSTEM EVACUATIONWARNING!Always wear safety goggles when working with refrigerant. Use

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit17RECYCLING PROCEDURESWARNING!Always wear safety goggles when working with refrigerant. Use only autho-

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation18Operating InstructionsCHARGING PROCEDURESWARNING!Always wear safety goggles when working with refrigerant. Use only

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit198. Close the high and low side valves on the control panel and start the A/C-R system.Compare the gau

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation280S2 WARNINGPRESSURIZED TANK CONTAINS LIQUID REFRIGERANT. OVERFILLING OF THE TANK MAY CAUSE VIOLENT EXPLOSIONAND PO

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation20Operating InstructionsIMPORTANT!When setting upfor new types ofrefrigerant, aclearing processwill have to beperform

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit21Weight Example ** The display shows the weight ofrefrigerant added to the tank.(Adding Refirgerant to

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation22This overview is designed as a quick reference when using your unit. Read and follow allwarnings in the operating m

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit23The longest time that can be programmed is 98.99 (98 minutes and 99seconds).3. Press VACUUM to start

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation24Weight Example*Weight Example**Enter the correctweight for yourapplication.4. Close the high and low side valves an

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit25CHANGING THE VACUUM PUMP OILWhen the vacuum pump has run for a total of 10 hours, the “OIL” message w

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation26You should change the filter-drier whenever refrigerant has been recovered from a burn-out system or when the displ

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit27Diagram of Filter-DrierMaintenance ProceduresFilter-DrierO-ringOil ReturnManifoldINST0922

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation28CONFIRMING THE SCALE CHECKLISTBlank Display or No Warnings.Check wire connections from scale assembly to the circui

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit29If the scale does not respond to testing, verify that the scale cable is plugged intothe main circuit

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit3This manual contains important safety procedures concerning the operation,use and maintenance of this

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation30WARNINGUnplug the unit before beginning any service work.Improper use or connections can cause electrical shock. On

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit31Maintenance Procedures8. Lift the weight form the scale and "HOLD" should appear.NOTE: The

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation32CHECKING FOR LEAKSEvery three months, or as specified by local or state laws, you should check your unit forleaks.

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit33USING THE CONTROL PANELMAIN POWER Switch — Supplies electrical power to the control panel.Digital Dis

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation34KEYPAD FUNCTIONSIn addition to the number keys, the keypad containsspecial keys that accomplish specific operating

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit35Segment A — Indicates in which mode the unit is operating:PROGRAM — The unit is in the programming mo

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation36to be charged into the A/C-R system; to continue charging, press HOLD/CONT again.RECOVER • With AUTOMATIC, indicat

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit37USING THE DIAGNOSTIC MODEThe diagnostic mode allows you to run individual components or retrieve stor

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation381. Press “5” to see the complete LCD display, which only displays momentarilybefore returning to the Program mode.

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit39USING DISPLAY CODES134A R-134a; indicates R-134a automotive refrigerantrequiring 1/2” Acme fittings.A

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation4The 17800B is a complete A/C-R service center. It recovers, recycles and recharges awide range of refrigerants — fro

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation40position. Slide the refrigerant lockout panel (located on the back of the unit, top leftcorner) to expose the fitti

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit41Following is a list of replacement parts and accessories you may need toservice or maintain your unit

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation42INST0923Flow Diagram

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit43Wiring DiagramINST0924

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation44RECOVERY OPERATIONCompressor does not startProblem: Main power switch is offSolution: Turn on switchProblem: Power

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit45Runs but will not shut offProblem: Oil drain valve is openSolution: Close the oil drain valveProblem:

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation46RECHARGING OPERATIONNo power when MAIN POWER switch is on — no display showingProblem: Power cord is not plugged in

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit47EVACUATION OPERATIONVacuum pump will not startProblem: Power cord is not plugged in or there is no po

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation48This product is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship, materials, and com-ponents for a period of one ye

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit49A/C-R System Evacuation 14Adding Refrigerant to the Tank 18Air Purge Gauge, Diagram 15Calibrating the

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit5GENERAL OPERATING GUIDELINES• The voltage at the unit must be ±10% of the unit’s rated voltage. Extens

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation50124048 (Rev. 5/01) Printed In USACall toll-freeTechnical Support Line800-822-5561in the continental U.S. or Canada.

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation6Diagram of Unit’s Components — Internal ViewBefore you begin any procedure, familiarize yourself with the components

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit7Diagram of Control Panel and KeypadDiagram of Unit’s Components — Side ViewsINST0918Pressure/Temperatu

© 2001 Robinair, SPX Corporation8Before starting the set up procedures, open the system oil drain valve and allow the unitto depressurize.1. Plug the

Model 17800B Recovery/Recycling/Recharging Unit9Set Up Instructions5. A new tank comes with a dry nitrogen charge of 5 to 10 psi to keep it clean andd