RobinAir High Performance Vacuum Pump 15401 User's Manual
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1. High Performance Vacuum Pump Model 15401 15601 15603 15605 Operating Manual EE 2 Bombas de Vac o de Alto Rendimiento Modelo 15401 15601 15603 Manuel del Opoerador A 8 Pompe a Vide a Haut Rendement Mod le 15401 15601 15603 Manuel d utilisation sssswiccvcstievevericceercenunnns 16 Hochleistungs Vakuumpumpe Modelle 15401 15601 15603 Bedienungsanleitung uk NNN 24 Table of contents eeeoeeaeee2eeeee0e0080 Robinaire high performance Robinair high performance vacuum pumps VACUUM PUMPS EE 2 A D Congratulations on purchasing one of Robinair s PUMP COMPONENtS waiiani awe hie 3 top quality vacuum pumps Your pump has been NEES ageet 3 engineered specifically for air conditioning and Before using your vacuum DUmp 4 refrigeration service and is built with Robinair s To use the gas ballast feature eeeeereee g proven See rotary vang Tortast tMorough To shut down your pump after use 5 ee S itai y m EE 5 You ll appreciate these key features o des ain your VACUUM DUmp sesse g Iso Valve eeu PUMP ol Alinwetherpurip te ba shutoiiwhilestiiconieciedio Oil change Drocecdure en D the A C R system which is handy for checking rate Cleaning your DUump ce eeeeeteeeete ete eeeee tenets 5 of rise With the valve handle in the OPEN position Motor lubrication cescceseseseeseseseeeeeeseeeeees 5 the pump is open to the system being evacuated Troubleshooti id 6 In the CLOSE position the pump is isolated from tau e2. Hz 110V 115V 220V 250V Factory Micron Rating Approximate Oil Capacity Min Starting Temp at 90 voltage Motor Size 0 25kW 3 HP Capacitor Start Operating Temp cceceeseeeeeeeteeeeeeteeeeeee 68 C Models 15601 15603 15605 Frequency Range 50 60 Hz 6 cfm 60 Hz 142 Um 50 Hz 170 Um 60 Hz Free Air Displacement 1425 rom 50 Hz 1725 rpm 60 Hz 110V 115V 220V 250V Factory Micron Rating Approximate Oil Capacity Min Starting Temp at 90 voltage Motor Size 0 25 kW 1 3 HP Capacitor Start Operating Temp inisiasie 68 C Notes 1 All motors are internally protected automatic reset 2 Operating temperatures are typical for normal operating conditions 3 Model 15603 has a bipolar side grounded plug 4 Models 15405 amp 15605 have Australian plugs Because of ongoing product improvements we reserve the right to change design specifications or materials without notice INST0026 Replacement parts Part Oil Drain Cap 6 Oil Drain Kit includes Item No 1 Module Cover Kit includes Nos 2 4 and 5 Oil Fill Cap includes No 7 Intake Fitting includes No 9 Intake Cap 1 ea 15401 40572 13193 15337 15371 15364 1 4 3 8 1 2 SAE MFL 9 555133 Vent Bolt includes o rings 11 Handle Power Cord and Switch Assembly 12 Motor 13 Coupling 14 Iso Valve Assembly 15 Base and FootAssembly 16 Pump Assembly less motor
3. includes No 3 and 6 17 Seal Replacement Kit not shown 15338 15466 15465 13192 15368 15369 15547 15367 15605 15601 15603 40572 13193 15337 15371 555124 555133 15338 15466 15465 13192 15368 15369 15548 15367 Warranty coverage eeeee0ee00020208080080080 Robinair vacuum pumps are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for one year of normal use from the date of purchase See your distributor for warranty details Out of warranty A pump which is no longer covered by the one year warranty period and which fails to operate properly should be returned to the distributor with a full written explanation of the problem The distributor may suggest returning the pump to the factory Before returning an out of warranty pump review all maintenance procedures to avoid an un necessary return Replacement parts are available for doing your own service enuen Buneiado Call our Toll Free Technical Support Line at in the continental U S and Canada or visit our website www robinair com In all other locations contact your local distributor To help us serve you better be prepared to provide the model number serial number and date of purchase of your unit To validate your warranty complete the warranty card attached to your unit and return it within ten days from date of purchase NATIONWIDE NETWORK OF AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS If your unit needs repair
4. operates more efficiently and pump life is extended Sure grip handle The one piece molded handle makes it easy to carry the pump to and from job sites and the handle stays cool to the touch during operation G S D per E Q Q O Compact design The pump measures approximately 40 cm long while aluminum housing and offset rotary vanes keep the pump weight low making it easy to carry Pump Components Intake Fitting Gas Ballast Valve located beside handle base Oil Fill Port Sight Glass Die Cast Aluminum Housing Oil Drain Molded Polycarbonate Base Iso Valve isolates the pump from the system High Torque Motor Power Switch Through the Handle Exhaust Sure Grip Handle Wear goggles when working with refrigerants Contact with refrigerants may cause injury Incorrect use or connections may cause electrical shock Study and follow the instructions carefully and take precautions to avoid electrical shock hazards All associated devices must be grounded before energizing circuits The 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 NOTICE Airborne Noise Emissions This equipment has been tested for airborne noise emission per the Council Directive for Machinery 89 392 EEC Section 1 7 4 Instructions Essential Health and Safety Requirements S
5. the sight glass Underfilling will result in poor vacuum performance Overfilling can result in oil blowing from the exhaust Your pump is now ready to evacuate air conditioning and refrigeration systems Follow normal service procedures and the A C R manufacturer s instructions for connections to the system GROUND SCREW 5 E NOTE External power leads are always connected to terminals 1 and 2 c INTERNAL VOLTAGE 1 POWER LEADS CONNECTION 2 Gp ka LOW HIGH O ka Ea VOLTAGE V4 BROWN a E General Electric Motors 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 use of our Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling equipment Wiring Instructions This vacuum pump features dual voltage ranges Before operating the pump read and follow these rewiring instructions if necessary to be sure your pump is wired for the appropriate voltage CAUTION Unplug the unit before beginning any service work Incorrect use or connections can cause electrical shock Only qualified personnel should perform service work This vacuum pump is factory wired for a high voltage range of 220 to 250 volts To wire the switch for a low voltage range of 110 volts to 115 volts follow these steps 1 Disconnect the unit from the AC power source 2 Loos
6. cold weather starts Our Premium High Vacuum Pump Oil is available in quart or gallon containers Order by part number 13203 Quart shipped 12 quarts per case 13204 Gallon shipped 4 gallons per case Oil change procedure 1 Be sure the pump is warmed up 2 Remove the OIL DRAIN cap Drain contaminated oil into a suitable container and dispose of correctly Oil can be forced from the pump by opening the inlet and partially blocking the exhaust with a cloth while the pump is running Do not operate the pump for more than 20 seconds using this method When the flow of oil has stopped tilt the pump forward to drain residual oil Replace the OIL DRAIN cap Remove the OIL FILL cap and fill the reservoir with new vacuum pump oil until the oil just shows at the bottom of the sight glass The approximate oil capacity of the pump is 375 milliliters Verify the inlet ports are capped Turn ON the pump and allow it to run for one minute 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 cap the inlet and tighten the drain cap If the oil is badly contaminated you may need to flush the pump To flush remove the pump drain cap and start the pump Slowly pour a small quantity of new pump oil through the oil fill inlet Repeat this procedure as required until the contamination is removed Replac
7. cumulation from spillage etc 2 If leakage exists the module cover gasket or the shaft seal may need replacing Follow the instructions supplied with the seal replacement kit part number 15367 If leakage exists in the area of the drain plug reseal the plug using a commercial pipe thread sealer Failure to pull a good vacuum 1 Verify the Iso Valve on the pump is in the OPEN position and the gas ballast knob is tightly sealed Verify the vacuum gauge and all connections are in good conditon and leak free Confirm leakage by monitoring the vacuum with a thermistor gauge while applying vacuum pump oil at connections or suspected leak points Vacuum will improve briefly while the oil is sealing the leak Be sure the pump oil is clean A badly contaminated pump may require several oil flushes See OIL CHANGE PROCEDURE 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 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 Pump Specifications Model 15401 50 60 Hz 4 cfm 60 Hz 94 I m 50 Hz 113 I m 60 Hz Frequency Range Free Air Displacement 1425 rpm 50 Hz 1725 rpm 60
8. e the OIL DRAIN cap and refill the reservoir to the correct level using fresh pump oil Step 4 Cleaning the pump Use only soap and water to clean the pump Do not use commercial cleaners that contain degreasing agents that can damage polycarbonates The pump handle and base are made of Lexan one of the toughest polycarbonate plastics available However it is sensitive to degreasing agents Lexan is a registered trademark of General Electric Motor lubrication After three years of normal service or one year of heavy duty service add motor oil Use electric motor oil or SAE 10 oil O LG D aa 9 ER Q A c gt S D pur Q Q O Troubleshooting guide See ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee This 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 please check your warranty The warranty may be voided by misuse or customer tampering that results in the pump being inoperable Failure to start Check line voltage Robinair pumps are designed to start at 10 line voltage loaded at 0 C At extremes however switching between the start and run windings may occur When starting the pump in cold temperatures verify the Ilso Valve and inlet port are open to free air Oil leakage 1 Verify the oil is not a residual ac
9. en the screws on the plate at the rear of the motor and carefully move the plate aside to clear the opening Disconnect the leads and reconnect for low voltage following the diagram and chart High voltage connections are also shown if you want to rewire in the future Verify connections are secure and there are no short circuits Verify the grounding connector is correctly connected Re install the plate on the rear of motor with the screws which were loosened in Step 2 IMPORTANT Check for short circuits using a continuity tester before reconnecting to the AC power source NOTE EXTERNAL POWER LEADS ARE ALWAYS CONNECTED TO TERMINALS 1 AND 4 EMERSON INTERNAL VOLTAGE CONNECTION MOTOR LOW HIGH LEAD VOLTAGE VOLTAGE BROWN WHITE BLACK INSTO350 Emerson Motors To use the gas ballast feature eoeoeeeaeeneeeee Moisture from the A C R system that is carried into the pump as a vapor tends to condense into a liquid and combine with the vacuum pump oil When moisture contaminates the pump oil it reduces the pump s ability to reach its ultimate deep vacuum level The gas ballast valve purges a small amount of atmospheric air through the exhaust chamber This extra volume of air mixes with the vapor from the refrigerant system to prevent condensation and to help exhaust moisture in the form of vapor from the pump To use the gas ballast start the pump and open the gas bal
10. last valve until the system has reached approximately 1000 3000 microns Close the valve to allow the pump to pull down to its ultimate vacuum level The gas ballast valve is located beside the handle opposite the inlet fitting The gas ballast valve may be opened or closed at any time during pump operation It is fully open at two turns counterclockwise NOTE Robinair recommends the use of a thermistor vacuum gauge to most accurately measure vacuum levels To shut down the pump after use eeoeeeeeeeeee To help prolong pump life and promote easy start ing follow these procedures for shutdown Close the manifold valve between the pump and the system Turn the Iso Valve to the CLOSED position Remove the hose from the pump inlet Turn the pump power switch to OFF then return the Iso Valve to the OPEN position for a few seconds to relieve any vacuum inside the pump Cap the inlet port to prevent any contamina tion or loose particles from entering the port To maintain the high vacuum pump See ee For maximum performance Robinair recommends changing vacuum pump oil after each use Vacuum pump oil 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 our Premium High Vacuum Pump Oil This oil has been specifically blended to maintain maximum viscosity at normal running temperatures and to improve
11. ound levels do not exceed 80dB A actual value 116292 Rev F June 18 2013 enuen Buneiado S D per Q Q O Before using your vacuum pump In all cases motors are designed for operating voltages plus or minus 10 of the normal rating see SPECIFICATIONS 1 Verify the voltage and frequency at the outlet match the specifications on the pump motor decal Verify the ON OFF switch is in the OFF position before you plug the pump into an outlet Verify the gas ballast valve is closed Remove and discard the exhaust plug from the end of the pump s handle The pump is shipped without oil in the reservoir Before starting the pump fill with oil Remove the OIL FILL cap black plastic plug directly in front of the handle and add oil until the oil just shows in the bottom of the sight glass The approximate oil capacity of the pump is 375 milliliters Replace the OIL FILL cap and remove the cap from one of the inlet ports Turn the Iso Valve to OPEN Turn the motor switch ON When the pump runs smoothly turn the Iso Valve to CLOSED and replace the cap on the inlet port This may take from two to 30 seconds depending on the ambient temperature After the pump runs for approximately one minute check the sight glass for correct oil level oil should be even with the sight glass OIL LEVEL line Add more oil if necessary When the pump is running the oil level should be even with the line on
12. s or replacement parts contact the service center in your area For help in locating a service center call the toll free technical support line or visit our website Due to ongoing product improvements we reserve the right to change design specifications and materials without notice BOSCH AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE SOLUTIONS 655 EISENHOWER DRIVE OWATONNA MN 55060 USA TECHNICAL SERVICES 1 800 822 5561 FAX 1 866 259 1241 CUSTOMER SERVICE 1 800 533 6127 FAX 1 800 283 8665 WEB SITE WWW ROBINAIR COM 116292 Rev F June 18 2013 Bosch Automotive Service Solutions
13. shooting guide the system This minimizes pump oil pulled into Failure 10 Star ose tse sesgsgeengeegsrsersgieuenerstegegendeeeaeg D the pumping module making start up easier and Oil leakages 6 reducing wear and tear on the pump components Failure to pull a good vaeuum 6 High vacuum rating PUMP specifications cccceceecssesecsecsseseeseeseenees 6 The two stage offset rotary vane design provides 7 Powerful quiet high vacuum capability and ensures moisture removal while the high pumping capacity reduces evacuation time Replacement parts cecccccesceeeseceeeeeeeeeeeereeeees Warranty COVCraQe eeccceccseecseeeeetesnenseceeensenees X Out Of WarraNty 0 eeceeeeeeereete eect eeeeeeneeeeeeenaes 7 Lifetime filtration The intake filter prevents foreign matter from entering the pumping chamber and an internal exhaust filter separates oil vapor from the exhaust flow For use on A C R systems using CFCs HCFCs and HFCs in conjunction with mineral oil ester oil alkylbenzene oil and Directed exhaust The exhaust is expelled through the handle to direct it away from the service technician Gas ballast PAG oil as lubricants Not for use with ammonia or lithium bromide systems Not for use with flammable refrigerants A precise amount of atmospheric air is introduced into the pump preventing condensation of moisture vapor and helping maintain the purity of the pump oil By using the gas ballast the pump
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