1)Always install a new drier every time the sealed refrigeration system is opened. Do not replace the drier until after all other repair or replacement has been made. Install the new drier with the arrow on the drier in the direction of the refrigerant flow.
2)Braze all fittings while purging with nitrogen gas flowing at a pressure of 3 to 4 PSIG Note: Because the pipes in the evaporator case are specially coated to resist corrosion,
it is important to make connections outside the evaporator case when possible. If it is necessary to braze inside the evaporator case, use sandpaper to remove the coating from the brazing connections before unbrazing the components.
3)Use an electronic leak detector or soap bubbles to check for leaks. Add a trace of refrigerant to the system (if using an electronic leak detector), and then raise the pressure using nitrogen gas (140 PSIG). DO NOT use
3.Evacuation and Recharge
1)Attach a vacuum pump to the system using the low‑side access valve.
IMPORTANT
The vacuum level and vacuum pump may be the same as those for current refrigerants. However, the rubber hose and gauge manifold to be used for evacuation and refrigerant charge should be exclusively for POE oils.
2)Turn on the vacuum pump. Open the
3)Allow the vacuum pump to pull down to a 29.9" Hg vacuum. Evacuating period depends on pump capacity.
4)Close the
5)Turn off the vacuum pump. Disconnect the vacuum pump hose and attach it to a refrigerant service cylinder. Remember to loosen the connection, and purge the air from the hose. See the nameplate for the required refrigerant charge. Hoshizaki recommends only virgin refrigerant or reclaimed refrigerant which meets ARI Standard No. 700 (latest edition) be used.
6)A liquid charge is required for charging an
IMPORTANT
In order to prevent compressor damage, use caution in charging large quantities of liquid into the low side.
7)Allow the system to charge with liquid until the proper charge weight is met.
8)Close the refrigerant service cylinder access valve and disconnect the hose. Close the service manifold valve and disconnect the
9)Cap the access valve to prevent a possible leak.
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