Sea Frost DC 5000 installation instructions Connecting Gauges, Disconnecting Gauges

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CONNECTING GAUGES

To connect service gauges to the access service ports, remove the protective sealing caps from the service ports on the DC 5000. Note that the ports are of different sizes. The larger diameter port is the discharge side and the smaller port is the suction side. Pull back the collar on the connecting valve and push it over the appropriate access port.

IMPORTANT: There may be a variation in the interface (depending on the brand of service valve being used) between the connecting valve and the service port core valve.

It is important to open each connecting valve carefully. Do not force the connecting valve or turn it to it's stop. Forcing the connecting valve will bend the service port core valve creating a leak.

Turn the connecting valve clockwise to open. During the service operation these valves are left open. Control of refrigerant and vacuum is by the manifold hand wheels.

TO INSTALL GAUGES ON AN UNCHARGED SYSTEM to be evacuated no purging or venting is needed.

TO INSTALL GAUGES ON A CHARGED SYSTEM, with the system off, attach the connecting valves to the service ports. Proceed to Venting the Gauge Set.

DISCONNECTING GAUGES

Disconnecting the gauge set after running the system may be done by turning off the discharge connecting valve first. Remove the connecting valve and re-cap the access service port. Turn off the refrigerant supply. Be sure the end of the yellow center hose is closed. Both hand wheels on the gauge set may now be opened and the compressor operated to extract the refrigerant from the gauges. When the pressure in both gauges drops to the low side operating pressure turn off the hand wheels and the connecting valve. Turn off the compressor. Remove the remaining connecting valve and re-cap the access service port.

Disconnecting the gauge set on a static system may be done by turning off the connecting valves and disconnecting them from the access service ports. Re-cap the access service ports.

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DC 5000 specifications

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The DC 5000 is powered by advanced technology that includes a high-efficiency compressor. This compressor is designed to provide powerful cooling while consuming minimal energy, making it ideal for use in remote locations where power resources may be scarce. Coupled with an innovative digital thermostat, the system allows for precise temperature control, ensuring that food remains at optimal storage conditions.

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