Operating Guide

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Troubleshooting Guide
WARNING
Read all safety information found in this manual and in the Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS) for any refrigerants used with this machine prior to performing any service on this machine.
SYMPTOM: Machine will not start, no sound when power switch turned ‘On’
CAUSE SOLUTION
Power cord not plugged in, or no power in outlet Check power cord, try different outlet
Machine in High Pressure Shutoff See symptom below
Motor in Thermal Overload Allow motor to cool down
SYMPTOM: Machine tries to start, makes humming/buzzing sound
CAUSE SOLUTION
Low voltage at source outlet Try different power source outlet
Voltage drop in extension cord See Extension Cord sizing guidelines on Page 4
Too much back pressure on compressor Try starting the machine with the valves on
the Manifold Gauge Set closed to reduce back
pressure on compressor
SYMPTOM: Machine pumps into high pressure shutoff
CAUSE SOLUTION
Valve on machine or recovery cylinder not fully
opened
Check that the valve on the recovery cylinder is
fully opened
Restriction in output hose Check hoses for any blockage;
Remove any core depressors
SYMPTOM: Pumps liquid slowly
CAUSE SOLUTION
Flow restrictions on input side of machine Use 3/8” hoses;
Remove “Schrader” valve cores and core
depressors
Trapped liquid in system Cycle system compressor for a few seconds to
move trapped liquid to another area;
Check for condensation on system, and apply
heat as needed;
Check for condensation at hose ttings, and
apply heat as needed
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