Robinair 34134Z Refrigerant Recovery, Recycle, Recharge Uni User Manual

OPERATING MANUALModel 34134ZRefrigerant UnitRecover, Recycle, and Recharge

© 2003 SPX Corporation8NOTE: At this time, the unit is also automatically evacuating all air from the unit.7. With the vacuum pump running, slowly ad

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit9Add refrigerant to the internal storage vessel (ISV) after adding oil to thevacuum pump. After the initial refrigerant f

© 2003 SPX Corporation101. Connect the low-side tank adapter (from the accessory kit) to the liquidvalve on the refrigerant source tank. NOTE: If us

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit117. Press the Start/Stop key. The internal storage vessel begins filling, and thescreen displays the amount of refrigera

© 2003 SPX Corporation12Initial SetupChanging the Temperature Scale (Fahrenheit or Celsius)The temperature scale is set to Fahrenheit at the factory.

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit13This manual contains important procedures concerning the setup, operation, andmaintenance of the unit. Read and follow

© 2003 SPX Corporation14OperationOperating Guidelines contd.•During operation, any of the following messages may appear on the displayscreen. If a me

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit15OperationWARNINGWear safety goggles when working with refrigerant. All hoses may contain liquidrefrigerant under pressu

© 2003 SPX Corporation16Operation4. Verify the oil drain valve is closed.5. On the control panel, open both panel valves.6. Press the Mode key until

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit17OperationAfter recovering the refrigerant from the A/C system, use the following steps todrain the A/C system oil into

Recover, Recycle, and Recharge UnitModel: 34134ZRefrigerant: R-134aVoltage: 115, 60 HzSAFETY DEFINITIONS: Follow all WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and

© 2003 SPX Corporation181. Verify the power cord is plugged into a correct voltage outlet, and the servicehoses are correctly connected to the A/C sy

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit19OperationBefore recharging the A/C system, replenish the A/C system oil. Add only theamount of oil that was removed dur

© 2003 SPX Corporation20Use the following steps to purge unwanted air from the internal storagevessel.1. On the control panel, note the internal stor

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit21WARNINGWear safety goggles when working with refrigerant. Hoses may contain liquidrefrigerant under pressure; disconnec

© 2003 SPX Corporation22WARNINGOperation9. Start the vehicle’s engine, turn the A/C system on for maximum cooling, anddo the following:a. Watch the h

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit23Periodically, the internal storage vessel (ISV) will require additional refrigerant.Use the following steps to add refr

© 2003 SPX Corporation2412.Do the following to clear the service hoses:a. Press Mode key to:b. Press Start/Stop key to start hose clearing.c. Watch t

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit25MaintenanceOil Drain PortINST0983For maximum unit performance, change the vacuum pump oil after every 10hours of operat

© 2003 SPX Corporation26Every time the vacuum pump oil is changed, the vacuum pump oil timershould be reset. Use the following steps to reset the oil

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit27MaintenanceThe filter-drier inside the unit removes acid, particulates, and moisture fromrefrigerant during the recover

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit1Safety Precautions... inside front coverIntroduction ...

© 2003 SPX Corporation28Filter-DrierINST1001WARNINGHigh voltage electricity inside the unit has a risk of electrical shock. Disconnect thepower befor

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit29MaintenanceThe unit keeps track of the filter-drier’s remaining capacity. As the unit filtersrefrigerant, the remaining

© 2003 SPX Corporation30MaintenanceWARNINGWARNINGChecking for LeaksOver time, fittings can loosen as the unit is used and moved. During normaluse, in

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit31MaintenanceCalibrating the Weight ScaleThe unit’s weight scale is calibrated at the factory and requires no furthercali

© 2003 SPX Corporation32Temperature PressureFC PSIG45 7.2 4047 8.3 4249 9.4 4451 10.6 4753 11.7 4955 12.8 5157 13.9 5459 15.0 5661 16.1 5963 17

© 2003 SPX Corporation Recover/Recycle/Recharge UnitLimited WarrantyRobinair Limited Warranty StatementRev. November 1, 2005This product is warranted

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© 2003 SPX Corporation2IntroductionGeneral DescriptionThe 34134Z recovers, recycles, and recharges vehicle refrigerant in onehookup. It is compatible

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit3IntroductionSource Tank CompartmentOperating Manual CompartmentINST1006Component Identification and LocationUnit Front V

© 2003 SPX Corporation4IntroductionComponent Identification and Location contd.Unit Back ViewVacuum Pump(Location shown on previous page)Oil Fill Por

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit5IntroductionComponent Identification and Location contd.Control PanelLow-Side Valve — controls the flow between the A/C

© 2003 SPX Corporation6Initial SetupThis manual contains important procedures concerning the setup, operation, andmaintenance of the unit. Read and f

Recover/Recycle/Recharge Unit7After registering the unit, use the following steps to add oil to the vacuumpump.IMPORTANT: For maximum unit performanc