Bacharach Refrigerant Recovery System 3600 Operation And Maintenance Manual - page 5
Model 3600
Refrigerant Recovery System
5
CHAPTER 2: SAFETY
2.1. General Safety Instructions
1. K
NOW
Y
OUR
E
QUIPMENT
Read and understand the operation manual and labels affixed to the unit. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards of your equipment.
2. G
ROUND
A
LL
E
QUIPMENT
This unit is equipped with an approved three pronged grounded power cord and plug. The green wire
is the ground wire and should never be connected to a live terminal.
3. U
SE THE
P
ROPER
E
XTENSION
C
ORD
Use the following guide for choosing the proper extension cord:
16 gauge cord- maximum length 25 feet
14 gauge cord- maximum length 50 feet
12 gauge cord- maximum length 100 feet
4. A
VOID
D
ANGEROUS
E
NVIRONMENTS
Do not use this unit in damp or wet locations or expose it to rain. Secure unit when working above
floor level. This equipment should be used in a location with mechanical ventilation that provides at
least four air changes per hour or the equipment should be located at least 18 inches above the floor.
This equipment should not be used in the vicinity of spilled or open containers of flammable materials.
5. D
ISCONNECT
U
NIT
B
EFORE
S
ERVICING
Electrical shock hazard may be present when the unit is disassembled.
6. A
VOID
A
CCIDENTAL
S
TARTING
Make sure the system switch is in the OFF position before connecting electrical devices.
7. R
EPAIR
D
AMAGED
P
ARTS
Do not operate the unit with a defective part. Repair unit to proper operating conditions.
8. U
SE
R
ECOMMENDED
A
CCESSORIES
Follow the instructions that accompany all accessories. Improper use of accessories may damage
the equipment or create a hazard.
9. U
SE
C
AUTION
W
HEN
C
ONNECTING OR
D
ISCONNECTING
H
OSES
Improper usage may result in refrigerant burns (frostbite). If a significant refrigerant leak occurs,
proceed immediately to a well ventilated area.
10
.
U
SE THE PROPER RECOVERY CYLINDER RATED FOR USE WITH
R-410A
WARNING:
You must use the proper DOT approved recovery cylinder with the Model 3600. This
recovery system is equipped with a high-pressure shutoff switch set to turn the unit off at 550 psi.
Using any other cylinder may cause the pressure in the recovery cylinder to exceed the cylinder’s
pressure rating.