RobinAir VacuMaster 15510 User's Manual
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1. Robinair Limited Warranty Statement Out of Warranty Rev November 1 2005 This product is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship materials and components for a period of one year from date of purchase All parts and labor required to repair defective products covered under the warranty will be at no charge The following restrictions apply 1 The limited warranty applies to the original purchaser only 2 The warranty applies to the product in normal usage situations only as described in the Operating Manual The product must be serviced and maintained as specified 3 If the product fails it will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer 4 Transportation charges for warranty service will be reimbursed by the factory upon verification of the warranty claim and submission of a freight bill for normal ground service 5 Warranty service claims are subject to authorized inspection for product defect s 6 The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any additional costs associated with a product failure including but not limited to loss of work time loss of refrigerant and unauthorized shipping and or labor charges 7 All warranty service claims must be made within the specified warranty period Proof of purchase date must be supplied to the manufacturer This Limited Warranty does NOT apply if e The product or product part is broken by accident e The product is misused tampe2. Turn the motor switch to ON When the pump runs smoothly replace the cap on the inlet port This may take from two to 30 seconds depending on the ambient temperature After the pump has run for approximately one minute check the sight glass for the correct oil level oil should be even with the sight glass OIL LEVEL line With the pump off add oil if necessary Note When the pump is running the oil level should be even with the line on the sight glass Underfilling the pump will result in poor vacuum performance overfilling can result in oil blowing from the exhaust The pump is ready to evacuate air conditioning and refrigeration systems Follow normal service procedures and A C R manufacturer s instructions for connections to the system CAUTION Before connecting the vacuum pump to an A C R system remove refrigerant from the system in an accepted manner Damage to the pump may occur if evacuation is started while the system is under high pressure Robinair recommends the use of its Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling equipment To shut down the pump after use To help prolong pump life and promote easy starting follow these procedures for shutdown 1 Close the manifold valve between the pump and the system 2 Remove the hose from the pump inlet 3 Cap the inlet port to prevent any contamination or loose particles from entering the port To maintain your high vacuum pump Vacuum Pump Oil
3. Oil Change Procedure For maximum performance Robinair recommends changing vacuum pump oil after each use The condition and type of oil used in any high vacuum pump are extremely important in determining the ultimate attainable vacuum Robinair recommends the use of its Premium High Vacuum Pump Oil This oil has been specifically blended to maintain maximum viscosity at normal running temperatures and to improve cold weather starts Robinair Premium High Vacuum Pump Oil is available as follows for your convenience Please order by part number 13119 Pint shipped 12 pints per case 13203 Quart shipped 12 quarts per case 13204 Gallon shipped 4 gallons per case Run the pump for approximately one minute to warm the oil 2 Remove the OIL DRAIN plug Drain contaminated oil into a suitable container and dispose of it according to local state and federal regulations When the flow of oil has stopped tilt the pump forward to drain residual oil Replace the OIL DRAIN plug Oil 5 Remove the OIL FILL CAP Model 15310 or 15510 or EXHAUST Change Procedure contd Cleaning the Pump Grounding Instructions ally FITTING Model 15115 and fill the reservoir with new vacuum pump oil until the oil appears at the bottom of the sight glass For oil capacities refer to Pump Specifications in this manual Verify the inlet ports are capped then turn ON the pump Allow it to run
4. for one minute and check the oil level If the oil is below the sight glass OIL LEVEL line add oil slowly with the pump running until the oil reaches the OIL LEVEL line Replace the OIL FILL CAP EXHAUST FITTING and confirm the inlet is capped and the drain cap is tight a If the oil is badly contaminated with the sludge that forms when water is allowed to collect in oil you may need to remove the oil reservoir cover and wipe it out b Another method of dealing with heavily contaminated oil is to force the oil from the pump reservoir To do this allow the pump to run until it is warmed up While the pump is still running remove the oil drain cap Slightly restrict the exhaust This will back pressure the oil reservoir and force the oil from it carrying more contaminants When the oil ceases to flow turn off the pump Repeat this procedure as required until the contamination is removed Replace the OIL DRAIN cap and refill the reservoir until fresh oil appears at the bottom of the sight glass Clean the pump with soap and water only Do not use commercial cleaners that contain degreasing agents This product must be grounded In the event of an electrical short grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This product is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug The outlet used must be correctly installed and grounded accordi
5. using an extension cord use one that is heavy enough to carry the current the product draws For lengths less than 25 ft use 18 AWG extension cords An undersized cord results in a drop in line voltage loss of power and overheating Troubleshooting Guide Failure To Start Oil Leakage Failure To Pull A Good Vacuum Your VacuMaster pump has been designed for dependable use and long life If something should go wrong however the following guide will help you get the pump back into service as quickly as possible If disassembly of the pump is required check your warranty The warranty may be voided by misuse or customer tampering that results in the pump being inoperable 1 Check line voltage Robinair VacuMaster pumps are designed to start at 10 line voltage loaded at 41 F 5 C At extremes however switching between the start and run vvindings may occur Verify the oil is not a residual accumulation from spillage etc If leakage exists in the area of the oil drain plug you may need to reseal the plug using a commercial pipe thread sealer Confirm the vacuum gauge and all connections are in good condition and leak free You can confirm leakage by monitoring the vacuum with a thermistor gauge while applying vacuum pump oil at connections or suspected leak points The vacuum will improve briefly while the oil is sealing the leak Verify the pump oil is clean A badly c
6. VACUUM PUMP OPERATING Models 15115 MANUAL 18510 m ROBINAIR AN SPX BRAND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING To prevent personal injury Wear goggles when working with refrigerants Contact with refrigerants may cause injury Incorrect use or connections may cause electrical shock hazards Read and follow the instructions carefully and take precautions to avoid electrical shock hazards Confirm that all associated devices are grounded correctly before energizing circuits Normal operating temperature will cause certain external portions of the pump to be hot to the touch Do not touch the pump housing or motor during operation A For use on A C R systems using CFCs HCFCs and HFCs in conjunction with mineral oil ester oil alkylbenzene oil and PAG oil as lubricants Not for use with ammonia or lithium bromide systems Not for use with flammable refrigerants VacuMaster High Performance Vacuum Pumps Congratulations on purchasing one of Robinair s top quality VacuMaster vacuum pumps Your pump has been engineered specifically for air conditioning and refrigeration service and is built for fast thorough evacuation You ll appreciate these key features High The one stage rotary vane design provides powerful quiet high vacuum Vacuum capability and ensures moisture removal while the high pumping Rating capacity reduces evacuation time Lifetime The intake screen prevents foreign matter from en
7. ng to local codes and ordinances A WARNING Incorrect installation of the grounding plug will result in electrical shock When repair or replacement of the power cord or plug is required do NOT connect the grounding wire to either flat blade terminal The wire with green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the grounding wire Grounding Instructions contd Consult a qualified electrician when grounding instructions are not understood or when in doubt regarding whether the product is correctly grounded Do not modify the plug provided if the plug does not fit the outlet have an appropriate outlet installed by a qualified electrician This product is for use on a nominal 120V circuit temporary adapter may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle when a correctly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter shall be used only until a correctly grounded outlet is installed The green colored rigid ear lug or similar part extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a correctly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Grounded Outlet El Adapter x Metal Groundin i Screw j TA ba for Outlet Box Grounding Screw Extension Cords Use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade grounding plug and a 3 slot receptacle that accepts the plug on the product Verify the extension cord is not damaged When
8. ontaminated pump may require several oil flushes See OIL CHANGE PROCEDURE Note Use only high vacuum pump oil such as Robinair s Premium High Vacuum Pump Oil Other oils will prevent pull down to a deep vacuum Verify the oil is at the correct level For maximum pump operation the oil must be even with the OIL LEVEL line on the sight glass when the pump is running See OIL CHANGE PROCEDURE Do not overfill operating temperatures will cause the oil to expand so it will appear at a higher level than when the pump is not running To check the oil level start the pump with the inlet capped Check the oil level in the sight glass Add oil if necessary When You Need Help If these procedures do not correct the problem contact your nearest Robinair distributor or call Robinair s toll free service line for further information 1 800 822 5561 VacuMaster 1 Stage Pump Specifications 15115 15310 15510 Voltage 110V 60 Hz 110V 60 Hz 110V 60 Hz Free Air Displacement 1 5 CFM 3 0 CFM 5 0 CFM Ultimate Vacuum 115 microns 75 microns 75 microns Stages 1 1 1 Motor 1 5 HP 1 4 HP 1 2 HP Intake Ports 1 4 in flare amp 1 2in ACME 1 4 in flare amp 1 2in ACME 1 4in flare amp 1 2 in ACME Oil Capacity 300 mi 10 oz 250 mi 8 5 oz 300 mi 10 oz Power Cord Length 6 ft 6 ft 6 ft Dimensions 286 mm x 124 mm x 228 mm 318 mm x 124 mm x 235 mm 338 mm x 138 mm x 246 mm Net Weight 6 9 kg 8 2 kg 9 7 kg
9. red with or modified Please register your product at www robinair com Por favor registre su producto en www robinair com Veuillez enregistrer votre produit www robinair com Due to ongoing product improvements we reserve the right to change design specifications and materials without notice Debido a las constantes mejoras del producto nos reservamos el derecho de cambiar el dise o las especificaciones y los materiales sin aviso En raison des am liorations constantes apport es nos produits nous nous r servons le droit de changer de concept de sp cifications et de mat riaux sans pr avis BROBINAIR 655 EISENHOWER DRIVE OWATONNA MN 55060 0995 USA TECHNICAL SERVICES 1 800 822 5561 FAX 1 866 259 1241 CUSTOMER SERVICE 1 800 533 6127 FAX 1 800 322 2890 WEB SITE WWW ROBINAIR COM 555562 Rev B December 15 2010 2010 SPX
10. tering the pumping Filtration chamber and an internal exhaust filter separates oil vapor from the exhaust flow Compact Aluminum housing and rotary vanes keep the pump weight low making Design it easy to carry ON OFF Switch Inlet Fitting Exhaust Fitting amp Oil Fill Plug Sight Glass Exhaust Model 15115 dou Oil Drain Fitting Oil Fill Plug Model 15310 or 15510 555562 Rev B December 15 2010 1 Before using your vacuum pump Motor Voltage Connections Motors are designed for operating voltages 10 of the normal rating see Pump Specifications Single voltage motors are supplied fully connected and ready to operate 1 2 Confirm the voltage and frequency at the outlet match the specifications on the pump motor decal Confirm the ON OFF switch is in the OFF position before you plug the pump into an outlet The pump is shipped without oil in the reservoir Before starting the pump fill it with oil a 15115 Remove the EXHAUST FITTING and add oil until oil appears in the bottom of the sight glass For oil capacities refer to Pump Specifications in this manual Replace the EXHAUST FITTING b 15310 and 15510 Remove the OIL FILL cap red plastic plug at the front of the handle and add oil until oil appears in the bottom of the sight glass For oil capacities refer to Pump Specifications in this manual Replace the OIL FILL cap 4 Remove the cap from one of the inlet ports
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