Bacharach Refrigerant Recovery System 3600 User Manual

Refrigerant Recovery System
Model 3600
Part No. 2000-3600
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Instruction 2079-0140
Rev 2 - December 2012
WARNING: Inhalation of high concentrations of refrigerant vapors is harmful and may
cause heart irregularities, unconsciousness, or death. Deliberate inhalation
of refrigerants is extremely dangerous and death can occur without warning.
Vapors reduce oxygen available for breathing and are heavier than air.
Decomposition products are hazardous. Liquid contact may cause frostbite.
All refrigerant containers, equipment, and hoses are under pressure.
CAUTION: Before operating this unit, please read this manual in its entirety. It is
important that you have a thorough understanding of the procedures
outlined in this manual. Failure to follow these procedures could void all
manufacturer warranties.
BEFORE HANDLING REFRIGERANTS, READ THE MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET FROM THE REFRIGERANT MANUFACTURER.

Bacharach Refrigerant Recovery System 3600 Specifications

General

Motor Power	1/2 hp
Refrigerant Types	R-134a, R-22
Frequency	60 Hz
Dimensions	18 in
Operating Temperature Range	104°F

Summary

CHAPTER 2: SAFETY

2.1. General Safety Instructions

Outlines essential safety guidelines for operating the Model 3600, including equipment knowledge, grounding, and cord usage.

2.2. Operational Safety

Details safety precautions for operating the unit, including vapor inhalation, liquid contact, and first aid procedures.

CHAPTER 3: FEATURES

CHAPTER 4: RECOVERY

4.2. Vapor/Liquid Recovery Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for performing vapor and liquid refrigerant recovery operations using the unit.

4.4. Liquid Push-Pull Recovery General Information

4.5. Liquid Push Pull Recovery Procedures

Detailed steps for executing liquid push-pull refrigerant recovery, including valve settings and monitoring.

4.8. DOT Recovery Cylinder Safety

Guidelines and warnings related to the safe use and filling of DOT-approved recovery cylinders.

CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

Compressor Will Not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the compressor fails to start, covering LED status and possible causes.

Unit Starts But Stops After a Few Minutes of Operation

CHAPTER 7: REPLACEMENT PARTS