REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND

RECYCLING UNITS

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE Supersedes: 50.40-OM1 (199) Form 50.40-OM1 (904)

RSR UNITS

PORTABLE
RECOVERY
PAK

EASY TANK
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................ 3

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 4

RSR MODELS .......................................................................................................................................... 4
PORTABLE RECOVERY PAK .................................................................................................................. 5
EASY TANK .............................................................................................................................................. 7

OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
PRIOR TO STARTING REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ................................................................................. 9
OPERATION OF REFRIG. STORAGE/RECYCLING SYSTEM .................................................................. 11
DETECTION AND REMOVAL OF NON-CONDENSABLE GASES ............................................................ 12
CHARGING REFRIGERATION UNIT WITH REFRIG. FROM RSR UNIT ................................................... 13

WIRING DIAGRAMS .................................................................................................................................... 17, 18

PIPING DIAGRAMS ..................................................................................................................................... 19-21

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................ 22

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND KITS .................................................................................................................. 25

MODEL CFC1000 ................................................................................................................................ 25 - 27
MODEL 16799 ...................................................................................................................................... 27 - 30
MODEL CK & RA ................................................................................................................................. 31 - 33
MODEL CRR-1 ..................................................................................................................................... 34 - 36
MODEL CFC1000 ................................................................................................................................ 25 - 27
MODEL 51VSM .................................................................................................................................... 37 - 43

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INTRODUCTION

The YORK Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling units are SAFETY SUMMARY
designed to handle all of the major refrigerants used in air
conditioning and refrigeration units. These include R-11, Installation and servicing of air conditioning equipment
R-114, R-123, R-12, R-134a, R-500, R-502 and R-22. and support equipment can be hazardous because of
system pressures and the presence of dangerous volt-
Refrigerant storage vessels are of a low pressure de- ages. Only trained and qualified service personnel
sign for R-11, R-114 and R-123 and a high pressure should install, repair, or service such equipment.
design for the remaining refrigerants.
• When using or servicing RSR units, observe pre-
cautions in the literature, as well as those on tags
Two styles of units are available. One is a self contained
and labels attached to the equipment.
“RSR”; the other is a combination of a “Portable Recov-
ery Pak” – complete with controls – that is used in • Follow all safety codes. Wear glasses and work
combination with an “Easy Tank” storage vessel com- gloves when handling refrigerants.
plete with pressure safety controls and liquid float switch.
• Before performing service or maintenance opera-
tions on this unit, turn off main power switch and
disconnect power cord. Electrical shock could cause
INSPECTION – DAMAGE – SHORTAGE
personal injury.
The unit shipment should be checked on arrival to see
• Only the storage cylinder, interconnecting hose set,
that all major pieces, boxes and crates are received.
and filter-driers supplied with the RST unit may be
The unit should be checked on the trailer or rail car when
used for hookup. Use of unspecified equipment
received, before unloading, for visible signs of damage.
could result in operator injury and/or release of re-
Any damage or signs of possible damage should be
frigerant to the atmosphere.
reported to the transportation company immediately for
their inspection. Also advise the YORK Regional or Dis- • Avoid using an extension cord because the exten-
trict Office so a YORK representative can assist in filing sion cord may overheat. If it is necessary to use an
damage claims. YORK INTERNATIONAL WlLL NOT BE extension cord, the cord shall be #10 AWG minimum.
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE IN SHIPMENT,
• Do not use this equipment near spilled or open con-
OR AT JOB SITE, OR LOSS OF PARTS. (Refer to Ship-
tainers of gasoline or other flammable products.
ping Damage Claims, Form 50.15-NM.)
• This equipment should be used in a location with
If damage is found, YORK must be notified and action mechanical ventilation that provides at least four (4)
must be taken to prevent further damage or deteriora- air changes per hour.
tion of the machinery, i.e.: a slow refrigerant leak, expo-
To avoid damaging the unit or the environment:
sure of internal parts to atmosphere, etc.
• The unit must be operated with the storage cylin-
When received at the job site, all containers should be der connected and valves fully open.
opened and contents checked against the packing list.
• Use only the hoses supplied with the unit.
Any material shortage should be reported to YORK In-
ternational immediately. (Refer to Shipping Damage • Shut off the filter-drier valves before removing the
Claims, Form 50.15-NM.) filter drier.

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 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
RSR MODELS

The YORK Refrigerant/Recycling System is a self- ing to break hoses to the chiller. Eight feet of heavy duty
contained package consisting of a refrigerant compres- refrigerant hoses with flare fittings are included to allow
sor or vacuum pump, with oil separator, storage receiver, connection to the chiller.
heater, water-cooled condenser, filter drier and neces-
sary valves and hoses to remove, replace and distill
HEATER (CFC-11, CFC-114 AND HCFC-123 ONLY)
CFC and HCFC Refrigerants. All necessary controls and
safety devices are a permanent part of the system. The The unit has a 1000-watt heater designed for 115V-1 -
complete system is portable, being mounted on swivel 50/60 power and capable of separating oil from refrig-
casters with lock brakes. erant to less than 1000 ppm oil.

REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR CONDENSER

(HIGH PRESSURE UNITS)
The water-cooled condenser is a tube-in-tube design.
The high pressure units for refrigerants CFC-12, The condenser is permanently mounted with refriger-
HCFC-22, CFC-500, CFC-502 and HFC-134a feature ant lines piped to the system. 3/4-inch hose bib con-
a reciprocating compressor that is capable of pulling a nections are provided for field connection to the water
vacuum to a level which is in accordance with EPA re- supply.
quirements. (see Table 6.)
STORAGE RECEIVER
REFRIGERANT VACUUM PUMP
The receivers are ASME certified. Each contains inlet
The low pressure units for refrigerants CFC-11, and outlet valves and connections.
HFC-123 and CFC-114 utilize a vacuum pump to
achieve the vacuum levels required by the EPA. SAFETY DEVICES
The term compressor will be used synonymously with
A high-pressure switch is installed to protect the receiver
vacuum pump throughout this document except where
and compressor against over pressurization. The relief
specific references are necessary.
device is per ASME specifications. Float switch cuts unit
off when tank is 80% full of liquid refrigerant.
OIL SEPARATOR AND HEATER
Oil separator includes drain valve and 25 watt heater. FILTER DRIER
The filter drier is permanently mounted on the system
STORAGE RECEIVER so that all gas entering or leaving the receiver will be
filtered. The filter is a replaceable core type, capable of
Several storage receiver sizes are available (see Table removing moisture to less than 50 ppm.
1). The vessel is a horizontal type with two sight glasses
installed to check liquid level. The receiver is designed
and stamped in accordance with the ASME Boiler and CONTROLS
Pressure Vessel Code. The vessel is pitched toward the Mounted toggle switches are used to operate the unit
receiver drain to allow total removal of liquid. and permit all safety devices to protect it.

VALVES AND HOSES GAUGES

The unit has permanent-mounted ball valves to allow the Unit-mounted gauges allow the technician to monitor
unit to remove, replace, or distill refrigerant without hav- suction and discharge pressure of the RSR system.

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TABLE 1 – RSR SPECIFICATIONS – STANDARD

MODEL
DESCRIPTION
RSR-1100V RSR-1600V RSR-1100V114 RSR-1600V114

Refrigerant CFC-11, CFC-11,

CFC-114 CFC-114
HCFC-123 HCFC-123
Storage Capacity (Lbs.)
CFC-11 1053 CFC-11 1500 CFC-114 1053 CFC-114 1500
80% Full at 90°F
HCFC-123 1053 HCFC-123 1500

Working Pressure 50 PSI 50 PSI 50 PSI 50 PSI

Horsepower 1 1 2 2
115V-1-60 115V-1-60 115V-1-60 115V-1-60
Standard Voltages 208V-1-60 208V-1-60 208V-1-60 208V-1-60
230V-1-60 230V-1-60 230V-1-60 230V-1-60
Plugs Included Yes Yes Yes Yes
Weight 700 Lbs. 850 Lbs. 700 Lbs. 850 Lbs.
LxWxH 61" x 24" x 53" 84" x 24" x 53" 61" x 24" x 53" 84" x 24" x 53"
Wheels Included Yes Yes Yes Yes
Relief Valves (2) 1-1/4" FNPT (2) 1-1/4" FNPT (2) 1-1/4" FNPT (2) 1-1/4" FNPT
ASME Approved Yes Yes Yes Yes

MODEL
DESCRIPTION
RSR-2212 RSR-2222 RSR-4436 RSR-4445
CFC-12, 500 & 502, CFC-12, 500 & 502, CFC-12, 500 & 502 CFC-12, 500 & 502,
Refrigerant HCFC-22, HCFC-22, HCFC-22, HCFC-22,
HFC-134a HFC-134a HFC-134a HFC-134a
Storage Capacity (Lbs.) CFC-12 1240 CFC-12 2166 CFC-12 3976 CFC-12 4993
80% Full at 90°F HCFC-22 1126 HCFC-22 1966 HCFC-22 3612 HCFC-22 4535
CFC-500 970 CFC-500 1937 CFC-500 3503 CFC-500 4399
CFC-502 1170 CFC-502 2044 CFC-502 3752 CFC-502 4712
HFC-134a 1140 HFC-134a 1992 HFC-134a 3657 HFC-134a 4591
Working Pressure 50 PSI 300 PSI 300 PSI 300 PSI
Horsepower 1-1/2 1-1/2 10 10
115V-1-60 115V-1-60
Standard Voltages 208V-1 -60 208V-1 -60 460V-3-60 460V-3-60
230V-1 -60 230V-1 -60
Plugs Included Yes Yes 4 Prong 4 Prong
Weight 1325 Lbs. 1600 Lbs. 3200 Lbs. 4200 Lbs.
L x W x H* 84" x 24" x 53-1/8" 93-1/4" x 30" x 60-1/8" 119" x 36" x 77" 112" x 42" x 90"
Wheels Included Yes Yes Optional Optional
Relief Valves (2) 5/8" Flare (2) 3/4" FNPT (2) 1" FNPT (2) 1" FNPT
ASME Approved Yes Yes Yes Yes
*Wheels add 13" to overall height dimension of RSR-4436 and 4445.

PORTABLE RECOVERY PAK™

VALVES AND HOSES OIL SEPARATOR AND OIL HEATER
The unit includes one input/one output refrigerant valves, Oil separator includes drain valve and 25 watt heater.
and two refrigerant hoses, 8' long.
REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR
FILTER (HIGH PRESSURE UNITS)
It includes replaceable, catch-all type filters with single The high pressure units for refrigerants CFC-12,
core, 48 cubic inches (786 ccm). HCFC-22, CFC-500, CFC-502 and HFC-1 34a feature
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TABLE 1A – RSR SPECIFICATIONS (METRIC)

MODEL
DESCRIPTION
RSR -1100V RSR-1600V RSR-1100V114 RSR-1600V114

Refrigerant CFC-11, CFC-11,

CFC-114 CFC-114
HCFC-123 HCFC-123
Storage Capacity (kg)
CFC-11 478 CFC-11 680 CFC-114 478 CFC-114 680
80% Full at 32°C
HCFC-123 478 HCFC-123 680

Working Pressure 345 kPa 345 kPa 345 kPa 345 kPa
Kilowatts 0.75 0.75 1.5 1.5
115V-1-60 115V-1-60 115V-1-60 115V-1-60
Standard Voltages 208V-1-60 208V-1-60 208V-1-60 208V-1-60
230V-1-60 230V-1-60 230V-1-60 230V-1-60
Plugs Included Yes Yes Yes Yes
Weight (kg) 318 386 318 386
L x W x H (mm) 1549 x 609 x 1346 2134 x 609 x 1346 1549 x 609 x 1346 2134 x 609 x 1346
Wheels Included Yes Yes Yes Yes
Relief Valves (2) 1-1/4" FNPT (2) 1-1/4" FNPT (2) 1-1/4" FNPT (2) 1-1/4" FNPT
ASME Approved Yes Yes Yes Yes

MODEL
DESCRIPTION
RSR-2212 RSR-2222 RSR-4436 RSR-4445
CFC-12, 500 & 502, CFC-12, 500 & 502, CFC-12, 500 & 502 CFC-12, 500 & 502,
Refrigerant HCFC-22, HCFC-22, HCFC-22, HCFC-22,
HFC-134a HFC-134a HFC-134a HFC-134a
Storage Capacity (kg) CFC-12 562 CFC-12 992 CFC-12 1804 CFC-12 2265
80% Full at 32°C HCFC-22 511 HCFC-22 900 HCFC-22 1638 HCFC-22 2057
CFC-500 440 CFC-500 878 CFC-500 1589 CFC-500 1995
CFC-502 531 CFC-502 927 CFC-502 1702 CFC-502 2137
HFC-134a 517 HFC-134a 903 HFC-134a 1659 HFC-134a 2082
Working Pressure 345 kPa 2069 kPa 2069 kPa 2069 kPa
Kilowatts 1.1 1.1 7.5 7.5
115V-1-60 115V-1-60
Standard Voltages 208V-1 -60 208V-1 -60 460V-3-60 460V-3-60
230V-1 -60 230V-1 -60
Plugs Included Yes Yes 4 Prong 4 Prong
Weight (kg) 601 726 1452 1905
L x W x H* (mm) 2134 x 609 x 1349 2368 x 762 x 1527 3022 x 914 x 1956 2845 x 1067 x 2286
Wheels Included Yes Yes Optional Optional
Relief Valves (2) 5/8" Flare (2) 3/4" FNPT (2) 1" FNPT (2) 1" FNPT
ASME Approved Yes Yes Yes Yes
* Wheels add 330 mm to overall height dimension of RSR-4436 and 4445.

a reciprocating compressor that is capable of pulling a The term compressor will be used synonymously with
vacuum to a level which is in accordance with EPA regu- vacuum pump throughout this document except where
lations. (See Table 6.) specific references are necessary.

REFRIGERANT VACUUM PUMP CONDENSER

The low pressure units for refrigerants CFC-11, The water-cooled condenser is a tube-in-tube design.
HFC-123 and CFC-114 utilize a vacuum pump to The condenser is permanently mounted with refriger-
achieve the vacuum levels required by the EPA. ant lines piped to the system. 3/4-inch hose bib con-
nections are provided for field connection to the water
supply.

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CONTROLS 191 to 4895 pound capacities, plus custom designed

receivers from 50 pound capacity and up.
An on/off switch; electrical cord and plug are provided.
SAFETIES FEATURES
Unit safeties include high pressure cutoff (adjustable), The unit has a solid frame construction. The unit is equip-
and vacuum cutoff (adjustable). With a YORK refriger- ped with four heavy duty wheels for mobility.
ant EasyTank™, integral safeties include heater cutoff
(low pressure tanks only) pressure relief valve and a The size and shipping weights are provided in Table 2.
liquid level switch. The pressure relief valves meet ASME
specifications.
GAUGES
TANKS
Unit mounted gauges allow the monitoring of the suc-
Nine standard EasyTank receivers are available, from tion and discharge pressure of the RSR system.

TABLE 2 – RECOVERYPAK SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD AND METRIC)

MODEL
DESCRIPTION
RP-1000V RP-114V RP-2200 RP-4400
CFC-11, CFC-12,500 & 502, CFC-12,500 & 502,
Refrigerant CF-114
HCFC-123 HCFC-22, HFC-134a HCFC-22, HFC-134a
Working Pressure 50 PSIG (345 kPa) 50 PSIG (345 kPa) 300 PSIG (2069 kPa) 300 PSIG (2069 kPa)
Horsepower (kw) 1 (0.75) 2 (1.5) 1-1/2 (1.1) 10 (7.5)
115V-1-60 115V-1-60 115V-1-60
Standard Voltages 208V-1-60 208V-1-60 208V-1-60 460V-3-60
230V-1-60 230V-1-60 230V-1-60
Plugs Included Yes Yes Yes 4 Prong
Weight 225 Lbs. (102 Kg) 225 Lbs. (102 Kg) 150 Lbs. (68 Kg) 850 Lbs. (385 Kg)
L x W x H (Inches) 24 x 24 x 27 24 x 24 x 27 24 x 24 x 28 57 x 29 x 66
L x W x H (mm) 610 x 610 x 686 610 x 610 x 686 610 x 610 x 711 1448 x 737 x 1676
Wheels Included Yes Yes Yes Yes

EASY TANK™

SAFETIES WHEELS
Low-pressure tanks use heater cutoff, pressure relief Standard wheels are included for tanks under 3000
valve and refrigerant level safeties. High-pressure tanks pounds (1361 kg); custom wheels available for larger
use relief valves and liquid level safeties*. sizes.
* Float switch shuts off recovery unit when tank becomes 80% full
of liquid refrigerant. CUSTOM TANKS
Custom-made tanks are also available from 50 pounds
RATING (22.7 kg) storage capacity to as large as required for
both high and low pressure refrigerants. Custom com-
The tanks are ASME certified. All tanks contain inlet
ponents, controls, safeties, and wheels are available.
and outlet valves and connections. (See Table 3).
OPTIONAL CLEAN OUT PORT
GAUGES
An ASME coded access port may be added as an option.
Sight glasses and pressure gauges are included. The port opening is approximately 11" x 19" (279 mm x
482 mm).

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TABLE 3 – STANDARD TANK OPTIONS (STANDARD AND METRIC)

REFRIGERANT DIA. APPROX.

CAPACITY 80% X SHIPPING
MODEL REFRIGERANT
FULL AT 90°F (32°C) LENGTH WEIGHT
LBS. KG INCHES MM LBS. KG
RT-191 HCFC-22 191 86.7 14-3/4 x 49 375 x 1245 68 31
RT-300 CFC-11 & 114, HFC-123 300 136 16 x 37 406 x 940 150 68
RT-600 CFC-11 & 114, HFC-123 600 272 20 x 52 508 x 1321 210 95
RT-1100 CFC-11 & 114, HCFC-123 1053 478 24 x 61 609 x 550 410 186
RT-1600 CFC-11 & 114, HCFC-123 1500 680 24 x 84 609 x 2134 460 209
RT-2212 CFC-12 1240 563 24 x 84 609 x 2134 1000 454
HCFC-22 1126 510 24 x 84 609 x 2134 1000 454
CFC-500 970 440 24 x 84 609 x 2134 1000 454
CFC-502 1170 530 24 x 84 609 x 2134 1000 454
HFC-134a 1140 517 24 x 84 609 x 2134 1000 454
RT-2222 CFC-12 2166 982 30 x 93-1/4 702 x 2368 1300 590
HCFC-22 1966 906 30 x 93-1/4 702 x 2368 1300 590
CFC-500 1937 879 30 x 93-1/4 702 x 2368 1300 590
CFC-502 2044 928 30 x 93-1/4 702 x 2368 1300 590
HFC-134a 1992 904 30 x 93-1/4 702 x 2368 1300 590
RT-4436 CFC-12 3976 1804 36 x 119 914 x 3022 2700 1225
HCFC-22 3612 1639 36 x 119 914 x 3022 2700 1225
CFC-500 3503 1590 36 x 119 914 x 3022 2700 1225
CFC-502 3752 1702 36 x 119 914 x 3022 2700 1225
HFC-134a 3652 1748 36 x 119 914 x 3022 2700 1225
RT-4445 CFC-12 4993 2265 42 x 112 1067 x 2845 3620 1642
HCFC-22 4535 2057 42 x 112 1067 x 2845 3620 1642
CFC-500 4399 1995 42 x 112 1067 x 2845 3620 1642
CFC-502 4712 2137 42 x 112 1067 x 2845 3620 1642
HFC-134a 4591 2082 42 x 112 1067 x 2845 3620 1642

OPERATION
GENERAL

The function of a REFRIGERANT RECOVERY/RECY- eration unit so that liquid refrigerant is forced into a stor-
CLING UNIT is to remove and store refrigerant from age vessel used in conjunction with the RSR.
any machine using the refrigeration cycle and CFC or The RSR is equipped with a water cooled condenser that
HCFC refrigerants. The refrigerants must be removed is used to condense the refrigerant vapor remaining in
from the refrigerant circuit before opening any part of the refrigeration unit after the liquid refrigerant has been
the unit for maintenance or repairs. Federal law prohib- removed. For this duty, the RSR compressor pumps the
its the venting of refrigerant to the atmosphere. remaining vapor through the condenser and the result-
The Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Unit (RSR) is con- ing liquid refrigerant flows into the storage vessel.
nected to the refrigeration unit by means of hoses sup- After the refrigeration unit has been repaired, the pro-
plied with the RSR. The RSR compressor develops a cess is reversed so that refrigerant is pumped back into
pressure differential between the RSR and the refrig- the refrigeration unit.

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PRIOR TO STARTING REFRIGERANT RECOVERY

SET PRESSURE SAFETY CONTROL CHECK OIL LEVEL IN VACUUM PUMP

(LOW PRESSURE UNITS)
A high/low pressure safety control is wired in the motor
The oil level in the vacuum pump should be at the mid-
control circuit. The pressure settings are adjustable to
point of the oil level window.
conform to the design working pressure of the RSR stor-
age vessel and the upper limit for satisfactory perfor- Unlike the high pressure units, the oil in the vacuum
mance of the RSR condenser and compressor for the pump is not the same as that used in the refrigeration
refrigerant being recovered. unit being serviced. A special vacuum pump oil must be
used.
PRIOR TO STARTING THE RSR UNIT, THE PRES-
Vacuum pumps are tested with DuoSeal® brand oil and
SURE CONTROL MUST BE SET TO THE HIGH AND
shipped with a full charge to prevent unnecessary
LOW PRESSURE VALUES SHOWN IN TABLE 4.
contamination. The oil acts both as a lubricant and the
vacuum seal between the rotating components. An ad-
ditional supply of oil is furnished with each pump with
CHECK OIL LEVEL
instructions to drain and discard the oil, when it becomes
contaminated, and replace with the fresh oil. DuoSeal
RSR COMPRESSOR (HIGH PRESSURE UNITS)
oil has been especially prepared and is ideally suited
for use in vacuum pumps because of its desirable vis-
The oil level should be checked in the sight glass lo-
cosity, low vapor pressure and chemical stability. The
cated in the RSR compressor crankcase. A SHORT-
vacuum guarantee on all pumps applies only when
AGE OF OIL WILL RESULT IN THE FAILURE OF THE
DuoSeal oil is used.
RSR COMPRESSOR. The oil level should be 1/2 to
3/4 from the bottom of the sight glass when the RSR
OlL CONTAMINATION
compressor is not running.
The most common cause of a loss in efficiency in a
All units, EXCEPT WHERE REFRIGERANT 134a IS
vacuum pump is contamination of oil. It is caused by
USED, come factory charged with YORK Type “C” oil.
condensation of vapors and by foreign particles. The
Only this type of oil should be used when adding oil
undesirable condensate emulsifies with the oil which is
with the exception where R-134a is used in the refrig-
recirculated and subjected to re-evaporation during the
eration unit. The Ester based oil is used in conjunction
normal cycle of pump activity thus reducing the ultimate
with R-134a. Consult the manufacturer’s recommenda-
vacuum attainable. Some foreign particles and vapors
tions for oil to be used in the RSR compressor if R-134a
may form sludges with the oil, impair sealing and lubri-
is used in the refrigeration system.
cation and cause eventual seizure. Periodic oil changes
It is recommended that an RSR unit be dedicated for use are necessary to maintain efficient operation of the sys-
in recovering only R-134a. Otherwise the oil in the RSR tem. The required frequency of changes will vary with
compressor and oil separator will have to be changed the particular system. Experience with the process will
when changing from other refrigerants to R-134a and help you determine the normal period of operation be-
when changing back from R-134a to other refrigerants. fore an oil change is required.
See the MAINTENANCE Section of this manual for the See the MAINTENANCE Section for Low Pressure Units
correct procedure for adding and removing oil from the for the correct procedure to add or remove oil from the
RSR unit compressor and oil separator. vacuum pump and oil separator.

TABLE 4 – SETTINGS FOR PRESSURE SAFETY CONTROL SWITCH (STANDARD AND METRIC)

CUT OUT CUT IN

REFRIGERANT HIGH PRESSURE LOW PRESSURE HIGH PRESSURE LOW PRESSURE
PSIG KPA IN HG KPA PSIG IN KG KPA
CFC-12/HFC-134a 150 1034 20 68 Manual Reset 10 34
CFC-500 180 1241 20 68 Manual Reset 10 34
CFC-502 250 1724 20 68 Manual Reset 10 34
HCFC-22 250 1724 20 68 Manual Reset 10 34
CFC-11/HFC-123 10 69 29 98 Manual Reset 20 68
CFC-114 30 207 29 98 Manual Reset 20 68

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FILTER DRYER REPLACEMENT ELEMENT CONNECTING HOSES
The RSR unit contains a filter dryer that removes mois- The refrigerant hoses, furnished with the RSR unit, are
ture, acids, as well as solid particles from the refriger- connected to the evaporator and condenser of the re-
ant that is being recovered. The filter dryer contains a frigeration unit as shown in the schematic diagram
removable element (Sporlan #RC 4864) that must be in shown in Fig. 1. A third hose, used with the portable unit
place before the unit is used. The filter/dryer element only, is connected between the valve on the top of the
must also be changed when: 1. changing the type of storage vessel and the refrigerant connection on the
refrigerant being recovered, 2. when the liquid sight glass condenser of the portable RSR unit.
indicator shows that excessive moisture is in the refrig- WARNING
erant, 3. after recovering refrigerant from a refrigeration
unit that has had a motor burnout, or 4. after the RSR Only the dedicated storage vessel and interconnecting
unit has been run for 100 hours. hose set supplied with the RSR unit can be used for the
hookup. USE OF UNSPECIFIED EQUIPMENT COULD
If the refrigeration unit, from which the refrigerant is being RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND RELEASE OF
recovered, has experienced a hermetic compressor REFRIGERANT TO THE ATMOSPHERE.
motor burn out, or if the liquid sight glass/moisture indi-
cator shows excessive moisture in the refrigerant, a fil- When using the Portable Recovery Pak, it is mandatory
ter/dryer (Sporlan C-415) should be inserted at the end that the Easy Tank, manufactured by YORK Interna-
of the RSR liquid refrigerant hose – where it connects tional, be used as the storage vessel. These contain
to the refrigeration unit liquid connection. THE ARROW the proper pressure relief valves, liquid level float switch
INDICATING DIRECTION OF FLOW SHOULD POINT and matching interconnecting wiring for the safety
TOWARD THE RSR UNIT WHEN LIQUID REFRIGER- switches. In order for the Portable Recovery Pak to op-
ANT MOVES FROM THE REFRIGERATION UNIT TO erate, the interconnecting safety wiring must be plugged
THE RSR STORAGE VESSEL. BEFORE THE REFRIG- into the matching socket.
ERATION UNIT IS RECHARGED – THE VALVE AT SHIPPING CHARGE
THE END OF THE LIQUID HOSE AND ON THE RE-
FRIGERATION UNIT (AT THE OPPOSITE END OF THE When the unit is shipped from the factory, a holding
FILTER DRYER) SHOULD BE CLOSED – REMOVE charge of dry nitrogen is placed in the storage vessel
THE FlLTER DRYER AND REPLACE IT WITH A NEW under a pressure of approximately 5 psig. Prior to first
FILTER DRYER WITH THE ARROW POINTING IN THE using the RSR unit, the pressure should be relieved to
DIRECTION OF THE REFRIGERATION UNIT. the atmosphere and the vessel evacuated with a vacuum
pump to a vacuum of 29 inches of mercury. Evacuate
See MAINTENANCE Section for specific instructions using gas connection (connection between valves 1 &
for changing the filter/dryer element. 2), open valves 1, 2, 3, & 4 during evacuation – close
valve 5. (See Fig. 1.)

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FIG.1 – YORK RSR SYSTEM FLOW DIAGRAM

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OPERATION OF REFRIGERANT STORAGE/RECYCLING SYSTEM

LIQUID TRANSFER – REFRIGERATION UNIT TO Close valve 5 and move the RSR toggle switch to the
RSR STORAGE VESSEL OFF position. Proceed to the Gas Pump Out.
This method is recommended for the initial phase of NOTE: When first starting the vacuum pump on a low
refrigerant recovery. (See Fig. 1 ) pressure system, the suction valve on the pump
To bleed air from the connecting liquid refrigerant hose: should remain closed until the pump comes up
1. With valve 5 closed, crack valve 6 at the evaporator. to operating temperature. If refrigerant vapor is
pumped through the pump before the pump is
2. Slowly open refrigerant hose connection at 5 until a warmed up, a large quantity of refrigerant will
very small amount of refrigerant exists at the hose dissolve in the oil. The dissolved refrigerant will
connection. (MAKE SURE UNIT IS ABOVE 0 PSIG superheat and boil off violently as the pump ap-
– IF NOT, DO NOT USE THIS STEP.) proaches its operating temperature. Excessive
3. Retighten hose fitting at valve 5. oil loss will result. Intake valve should be opened
To bleed air from the remaining refrigerant hose, close gradually to prevent sudden refrigerant rush to
valves 1 and 2 and crack valve 7. Bleed refrigerant from the pump and loss of oil from the pump.
hose connection at manifold and retighten hose fitting The vacuum pump should never be exposed to a dis-
as above. (MAKE SURE UNIT IS ABOVE 0 PSIG – IF charge pressure higher then 30 PSIG.
NOT, DO NOT USE THIS STEP.)
Set the valves and pumps as shown in the first column GAS PUMP OUT – REFRIGERATION UNIT TO RSR
of Table 5. Start the RSR unit by switching the toggle STORAGE VESSEL
switch on the control box to the ON position.
After the liquid refrigerant has been removed from the
When the RSR unit is started, the compressor reduces refrigerant unit, as previously described, the following pro-
the pressure in the storage vessel. The discharge side cedure is used to remove the remaining refrigerant gas.
of the compressor pressurizes the refrigeration unit
through the connection to the condenser. The resulting Set the valves and pumps as shown in column 2 of Table
pressure differential forces the liquid refrigerant from 5. Start the RSR unit by turning the toggle switch to the
the refrigeration unit into the RSR storage vessel. ON position.
The transfer of liquid is complete when the level in the NOTE: On units RSR-2212, RSR-2222 and RP-2200
RSR storage vessel, as observed through the sight close compressor suction service valve so that
glasses, ceases to rise. suction pressure does not exceed 70 psig.

TABLE 5 – OPERATION SETTINGS

1 2 3 4 5
TO REMOVE TO REMOVE TO REMOVE
CONTROL TO RECHARGE CHILLER
LIQUID GAS OIL FROM
FROM CHILLER FROM CHILLER REFRIGERANT STEP 1 – GAS OFF STEP 2 – LIQUID CHARGE
RSR SYSTEM
Valve 1 Open Closed Open Open Closed
Valve 2 Closed Open Closed 1&4 Open
Valve 3 Open Closed Open or Closed
Valve 4 Closed Open Closed 2&3 Open
Valve 5 Open Closed Closed Closed Open
Compressor On On On Off On
Water To
Off On Off Off On
Condenser
Heater Off Off On Off On
CHILLER/AIR CONDITIONER
Valve 6 Open Closed Closed Closed Open
Valve 7 Open Open Open Open Open
Chiller
Off On On On On
Water Pump Either
Condenser One
Off Off On On On
Water Pump

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The RSR unit draws refrigerant vapor from the refrig- After the hoses have been evacuated and valves 6 and
eration unit and condenses same in the RSR water 7 closed, the RSR unit can be shut off but the hoses
cooled condenser. The liquefied refrigerant flows to RSR must remain in place. After a waiting period of 5 min-
storage vessel. utes, the pressure in the refrigeration unit is to be
checked. If the pressure has risen due to residual re-
CAUTION: WHEN EVACUATING REFRIGERATION
frigerant remaining in the refrigeration unit, the Gas
UNITS WITH LIQUID CHILLER AND/OR
Pump Out procedure must be repeated until a pressure
WATER COOLED CONDENSERS—During
rise is not detected after a five minute waiting period.
the pumpout procedure, while any remain-
ing liquid refrigerant is in contact with unit
water tubes, care must be taken to prevent
TABLE 6 – FINAL VACUUM/EPA REGULATIONS
the unit saturation pressure/temperature
from dropping below the freezing tempera-
FINAL VACUUM
ture of the water or brine. DESCRIPTION IN. HG (KPA)
The operation should continue until a vacuum of the HCFC-22 unit containing less than 0 (0)
value shown in Table 6 exists for the specified type of 200 Lbs./91 kg of refrigerant
refrigeration unit being evacuated. HCFC-22 unit containing more than 10 (33.9)
NOTE: During the evacuation process, valve 6 should 200 Lbs./91 kg of refrigerant
remain open to evacuate the refrigerant hose Other high pressure units containing less 10 (33.9)
between valves 6 and 5. When the system be- than 200 Lbs./91 kg of refrigerant
ing evacuated reaches the aforementioned Other high pressure units containing more 15 (51)
vacuum, valve 6 should be closed to seal off than 200 Lbs./91 kg of refrigerant
the hose. Valve 7 should be closed prior to turn- Low pressure units (CFC-11, HCFC-123 25* (98)
ing the RSR unit off to evacuate the remaining
& CFC-114)
refrigerant hose.
* = mm Hg absolute

DETECTION AND REMOVAL OF NON-CONDENSIBLE GASES

After the RSR unit containing the stored refrigerant has TABLE 7 – PRESSURE DIFFERENCE FOR DETER-
equalized such that the machine and stored refrigerant MINING PRESENCE OF NON-
are at the same temperature as the surrounding ambi- CONDENSIBLE GASES
ent temperature, the refrigerant can be checked for
non-condensible gases. If the pressure in the storage DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GAUGE
vessel, as read on the compressor discharge gauge, REFRIGERANT READING AND SATURATED
exceeds the saturation pressure of the refrigerant at the PRESSURE PSIG (KPA)
ambient temperature by the amount shown in Table 7,
CFC-11 4 (27.6)
there is a need to vent the non-condensible gases from
the Schraeder type valve located on the top of the stor- CFC-114 4 (27.6)
age vessel for a period of fifteen seconds. The proce- HFC-123 4 (27.6)
dure should be repeated until the saturation pressure in CFC-12 6 (41.4)
the storage vessel is within the pressure range shown HFC-134a 6 (41.4)
in Table 8 for the given refrigerant. The storage vessel CFC-500 8 (55.1)
and contained refrigerant should be allowed to equal- HCFC-22 10 (69.0)
ize to ambient temperature between ventings. CFC-502 10 (69.0)
When the refrigerant in the storage vessel reaches a
stable temperature – equal to the surrounding ambi-
ent air temperature – the pressure in the storage ves-
sel, read on the compressor discharge gauge, should
be the same as the saturation pressure for the ambient
temperature. If the pressure reading is higher by the
above values, or more, the storage vessel should be
purged of non-condensable.

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CHARGING REFRIGERATION UNIT WITH REFRIGERANT FROM RSR UNIT

GAS CHARGING CHARGING WITH LIQUID REFRIGERANT
When it is time to transfer the refrigerant from the RSR Set the valves and pumps as indicated in column 5 of Table
to the refrigeration unit, the latter must first be charged 5. Turn the toggle switch on the RSR to the ON position.
with gas. Refrigerant vapor will be pulled off of the top of the refrig-
eration unit condenser – raised to a higher pressure by the
This is particularly true of refrigeration units containing
RSR compressor – condensed to liquid in the RSR conden-
liquid coolers and/or water cooled condensers. If liquid
ser – and then returned to the refrigeration unit as a liquid.
refrigerant is charged in the unit when the unit pressure
is lower than the saturation pressure equivalent to 32°F The level of liquid in the storage vessel can be observed
(0°C), the water tubes can freeze and burst even though through the sight glasses in the vessel. When the liquid has
water is being pumped through the tubes. been exhausted from the storage vessel, close valves 6
and 7 and simultaneously shut OFF the RSR toggle switch.
Set the water flow and valves as shown in column 4 of
Table 5. When the valves are set, refrigerant gas will REMOVAL OF REFRIGERANT FROM HOSES AND
flow into the refrigeration unit because of the higher pres- STORAGE VESSEL
sure in the RSR. The RSR compressor does not have Before removing the hoses between the RSR and the
to run during gas charging. refrigeration unit, open valves 1 and 3 on the manifold
and close valves 2 and 4. Start the RSR compressor
When the refrigeration unit pressure is above the satu-
and open valve 7 simultaneously. Valve 5 should be open
ration pressure equivalent to 32°F (0°C) (Table 8) or
and valve 6 closed.
when the pressure has equalized, close all of the valves.
Run the RSR compressor until a vacuum of at least 29
On RSR Models 1100 and 1600 and on Easy Tank in. Hg. exists in the storage vessel. At this point, close
Models RT 1100 and 1600, an electric heater is installed valve 7 and simultaneously move the RSR toggle switch
on the bottom of the storage vessel to increase the pres- to the OFF position. Close manifold valves 1, 2, 3, and
sure of the stored refrigerant when the RSR is subjected 4, as well as valve 5. The hose valves can then be closed
to low ambient temperatures. and the hoses removed from the refrigeration unit.

TABLE 8A (STANDARD) TABLE 8A – (CONT’D)

TEMP. VAPOR PRESSURE* TEMP. VAPOR PRESSURE*
(°F) CFC-11 CFC-12 CFC-22 CFC-500 (°F) CFC-11 CFC-12 CFC-22 CFC-500
-150 29.9 29.6 29.4 30 18.6 28.4 54.9 36.0
-140 29.9 29.4 29.0 35 17.2 32.6 61.4 40.8
-130 29.9 29.1 28.4 40 15.6 37.0 68.5 46.0
-120 29.9 28.6 27.7 45 13.9 41.7 76.0 51.6
-110 29.8 28.0 26.5 50 12.0 46.7 84.0 57.5
-100 29.8 27.0 25.0 26.4 55 10.0 52.1 92.6 63.9
-90 29.7 25.7 23.0 24.9 60 7.8 57.7 101.6 70.6
-80 29.6 24.1 20.2 22.9 65 5.4 63.8 111.2 77.8
-70 29.4 21.8 16.6 20.3 70 2.8 70.2 121.4 85.3
-60 29.2 19.0 12.0 17.0 75 0.0 77.0 132.2 93.4
-50 28.9 15.4 6.2 12.8 80 1.5 84.2 143.6 101.9
-40 28.4 11.0 0.5 7.6 85 3.2 91.8 155.7 111.0
-35 28.1 8.4 2.6 4.6 90 4.9 99.8 168.4 120.4
-30 27.8 5.4 4.9 1.2 95 6.8 108.2 181.8 130.5
-25 27.4 2.3 7.4 1.2 100 8.8 117.2 195.9 141.1
-20 27.0 0.6 10.2 3.2 105 10.9 126.6 210.7 152.2
-15 26.5 2.4 13.2 5.4 110 13.1 136.4 226.4 164.0
-10 26.0 4.4 16.4 7.8 115 15.6 146.8 242.7 176.3
-5 25.4 6.7 20.1 10.4 120 18.3 157.7 259.9 189.2
0 24.7 9.2 24.0 13.3 125 21.0 169.1 277.9 202.8
5 23.9 11.8 28.2 16.4 130 24.0 181.0 296.8 217.0
10 23.1 14.6 32.8 19.7 135 27.1 193.5 316.6 231.8
15 22.1 17.7 37.7 23.3 140 30.4 206.6 337.2 247.4
20 21.2 21.0 43.0 27.2 145 34.0 220.3 358.9 263.7
25 19.9 24.6 48.8 31.4 150 37.7 234.6 381.5 280.7

*Vapor pressures are shown as PSIG. Screened figures are shown as inches of mercury vacuum.
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TABLE 8B (STANDARD) TABLE 8C (STANDARD) TABLE 8D (STANDARD)
VAPOR PRESSURE* VAPOR VAPOR VAPOR
TEMP. TEMP. TEMP. TEMP.
HCFC- HFC- PRESSURE* PRESSURE* PRESSURE*
(°F) (°F) (°F) (°F)
123 134a CFC-114 CFC-502 CFC-502
-100 29.9 27.8 -100 29.523 -75 15.098 0 31.080
-90 29.8 26.9 -80 28.994 -70 12.749 2 32.948
-80 29.7 25.6 -60 27.955 -65 10.109 4 34.873
-70 29.6 23.8 -40 26.073 -60 7.1539 6 36.856
-60 29.5 21.5 -20 22.893 -55 3.8567 8 38.898
-50 29.2 18.5 -15 21.829 -50 0.1906 10 41.001
-40 28.9 14.7 -10 20.638 -49.75 0.0 15 46.530
-30 28.5 9.8 -5 19.308 -48 0.6804 20 52.459
-20 27.8 3.8 0 17.829 -46 1.4865 25 58.807
-10 27.0 1.8 5 16.188 -44 2.3256 30 65.591
0 26.0 6.3 10 14.374 -42 3.1986 35 72.827
10 24.7 11.6 12 13.597 -40 4.1064 40 80.533
20 23.0 18.0 14 12.789 -38 5.0500 45 88.726
30 20.8 25.6 16 11.950 -36 6.0303 50 97.425
40 18.2 34.5 18 11.078 -34 7.0482 55 106.65
50 15.0 44.9 20 10.174 -32 8.1048 60 116.41
60 11.2 56.9 22 9.2348 -30 9.2010 65 126.73
70 6.6 70.7 24 8.2611 -28 10.338 70 137.63
80 1.1 86.4 26 7.2517 -26 11.516 75 149.12
90 2.6 104.2 28 6.2056 -24 12.737 80 161.23
100 6.3 124.3 30 5.1219 -22 14.001 85 173.97
110 10.5 146.8 32 3.9997 -20 15.310 90 187.36
120 15.4 171.9 34 2.8381 -18 16.665 95 201.43
130 21.0 199.8 36 1.6361 -16 18.066 100 216.20
140 27.3 230.5 38 0.3929 -14 19.515 105 231.68
150 34.5 264.4 38.62 0.0 -12 21.013 110 247.92
40 0.4384 -10 22.560 115 264.92
42 1.0909 -8 24.158 120 282.72
44 1.7652 -6 25.808 125 301.35
46 2.4615 -4 27.511 130 320.85
48 3.1805 -2 20.268 135 341.25
50 3.9226 140 362.60
52 4.6883 145 384.95
54 5.4781 150 408.37
56 6.2924
58 7.1318
60 7.9967
62 8.8877 * Vapor pressures are shown as PSIG.
64 9.8053 Screened figures are shown as inches
66 10.750 of mercury vacuum.
68 11.722
70 12.722
72 13.751
74 14.809
76 15.897
78 17.014
85 21.172
90 24.384
95 27.808
100 31.452
105 35.325
110 39.436
120 48.407
130 58.438
140 69.603
150 81.982

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TABLE 8E (METRIC) TABLE 8E – (CONT’D)

TEMP. VAPOR PRESSURE* TEMP. VAPOR PRESSURE*
(°C) CFC-11 CFC-12 CFC-22 CFC-500 (°C) CFC-11 CFC-12 CFC-22 CFC-500
-101 101 100 100 -1.1 63 196 379 248
-95 101 100 98 1.7 58 225 423 281
-90 101 99 96 4.4 53 255 472 317
-84 101 97 94 7.2 47 288 524 356
-79 101 95 90 10.0 41 322 579 396
-73 100 91 85 89 12.8 34 359 638 441
-67 100 87 78 84 15.6 26 398 701 487
-62 100 82 68 77 18.3 18 440 767 536
-56 99 74 56 68 21.1 9 484 837 588
-51 99 64 41 58 23.9 0 531 912 644
-46 98 52 21 43 26.7 10 581 990 703
-40 96 37 3.4 26 29.4 22 633 1074 765
-37 95 28 17.9 16 32.2 34 688 1161 830
-34 94 18 33.8 4 35.0 47 746 1254 900
-31 93 7.8 51.0 4 37.8 61 808 1351 973
-28 91 4.1 70.3 22.1 40.6 75 873 1453 1049
-26 90 16.5 91.0 37.2 43.3 90 940 1561 1131
-23 88 30.3 113.1 53.8 46.1 108 1012 1673 1216
-21 86 46.2 138.6 71.7 48.9 126 1087 1792 1305
-18 84 63.4 165.5 91.7 51.7 145 1166 1916 1398
-15 81 81.4 194.4 113.1 54.4 165 1248 2046 1496
-12 78 100.6 226.2 135.8 57.2 187 1334 2183 1598
-9 75 122.0 259.9 160.7 60.0 210 1425 2325 1706
-6 72 144.8 296.5 187.5 62.8 234 1519 2475 1818
-4 67 170.0 336.5 216.5 65.6 260 1618 2630 1935

* Vapor pressures are shown as kPa. Screened figures are shown as kPa of mercury vacuum.

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TABLE 8F (METRIC) TABLE 8G (METRIC) TABLE 8H (METRIC)
VAPOR PRESSURE* VAPOR VAPOR VAPOR
TEMP. TEMP. TEMP. TEMP.
HCFC- HFC- PRESSURE* PRESSURE* PRESSURE*
(°C) (°C) (°C) (°C)
123 134a CFC-114 CFC-502 CFC-502
-73.3 101 94 -73.3 100 -59.4 51 -17.8 214
-67.8 101 91 -62.2 98 -56.7 43 -16.7 227
-62.2 101 87 -51.1 95 -53.9 34 -15.6 240
-56.7 100 81 -40.0 88 -51.1 24 -14.4 254
-51.1 100 73 -28.9 78 -48.3 13 -13.3 268
-45.6 99 63 -26.1 74 -45.6 1 -12.2 283
-40.0 98 50 -23.3 70 -45.4 0 -9.4 321
-34.4 97 33 -20.6 65 -44.4 0 -6.7 362
-28.9 94 13 -17.8 60 -43.3 10 -3.9 405
-23.3 91 12 -15.0 55 -42.2 16 -1.1 452
-17.8 88 43 -12.2 49 -41.1 22 1.7 502
-12.2 84 80 -11.1 46 -40.0 28 4.4 555
-6.7 78 124 -10.0 43 -38.9 35 7.2 612
-1.1 70 177 -8.9 40 -37.8 42 10.0 672
4.4 62 238 -7.8 38 -36.7 49 12.8 735
10.0 51 310 -6.7 34 -35.6 56 15.6 803
15.6 38 392 -5.6 31 -34.4 63 18.3 874
21.1 22 487 -4.4 28 -33.3 71 21.1 949
26.7 4 596 -3.3 25 -32.2 79 23.9 1028
32.2 18 718 -2.2 21 -31.1 88 26.7 1112
37.8 43 857 -1.1 17 -30.0 97 29.4 1200
43.3 72 1012 0.0 14 -28.9 106 32.2 1292
48.9 106 1185 1.1 10 -27.8 115 35.0 1389
54.4 145 1378 2.2 6 -26.7 125 37.8 1491
60.0 188 1589 3.3 1 -25.6 135 40.6 1597
65.6 300 1823 3.7 0 -24.4 145 43.3 1709
4.4 3.3 -23.3 156 46.1 1827
5.6 7.5 -22.2 167 48.9 1949
6.7 12.2 -21.1 178 51.7 2078
7.8 17.0 -20.0 190 54.4 2212
8.9 21.9 -18.9 202 57.2 2353
10.0 27.0 60.0 2500
11.1 32.3 62.8 2654
12.2 37.8 65.6 2816
13.3 43.4
14.4 49.2
15.6 55.1
16.7 47.5 * Vapor pressures are shown as kPa.
17.8 67.6 Screened figures are shown as kPa
18.9 74.1 of mercury vacuum.
20.0 80.8
21.1 87.7
22.2 94.8
23.3 102.1
24.4 109.6
25.6 117.3
29.4 146.0
32.2 168.1
35.0 191.7
37.8 216.9
40.6 243.6
43.3 271.9
48.9 333.8
54.4 402.9
60.0 479.9
65.6 564.7

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WIRING DIAGRAMS

LD01106

FIG. 2 – WIRING DIAGRAM RSR-1100V, -1600V, -1100V114 & 1600V114

LD01107

FIG. 3 – WIRING DIAGRAM RSR-2212 & -2222

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 LD01108

FIG. 4 – WIRING DIAGRAM EASY-PAK RP-1000V, -114V & -2200

LD01109

FIG. 5 – WIRING DIAGRAM RSR-2240, -2250, -4436, -4445, & RP-2400, -3400

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PIPING DIAGRAMS

LD01110
LEGEND
ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Vacuum Pump 8 Condenser 17 Float Switch
2 Motor 9 Ball Valves 18 HP Cutout (Tank)
3 Drive Package: 10 Filter Dryer 19 HP Cutout (Compressor)
Motor Pulley (1) Core 20 Junction Box:
Compressor Pulley 11 Moisture Indicator Switch - Compressor
Belt 12 Low Pressure Vessel Switch - Heater
Base for Unit 13 Relief Assembly 21 Refrigerant Hoses
4 Belt Guard 14 Sight Glass 22 Valve
5 Gauges 15 Casters 23 Power Wire
6 Oil Separation 16 Heater 24 Purge Valve
7 Heater

FIG. 6 – PIPING DIAGRAM RSR-1100V, -1600V, -1100V114, & -1600V114

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 LD01111

FIG. 7 – PIPING DIAGRAM RSR-2212, -2222, -2240, -2250, -4436 & -4445

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LD01112

FIG. 8 – PIPING DIAGRAM EASY-PAK RP-1000V, -114V, -2200, -2400, & -`3400

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 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
GENERAL
REPLACEMENT OF FILTER DRYER ELEMENT PULLEY ALIGNMENT
1. Unplug the RSR power cord. A very important factor in compressor operation is cor-
2. Close valves 1, 2, 3 and 4 in the manifold (see Fig. rect pulley alignment. The compressor pulley must be in
1) and the compressor discharge valve. perfect alignment with the motor pulley and it is impor-
3. Remember that the system is under pressure and tant that the shaft key is in place on the shaft and the
safety glasses and gloves should be worn during this pulley bolt drawn tight, when installing a pulley. The pul-
operation. ley alignment may be checked by holding a 1/2" rod –2
or 3 feet long – firmly in the V groove of the compres-
4. Slowly turn each of the bolts, holding the end plate
sor drive pulley wheel and making sure the rod falls
on the canister, open one or two turns. Allow the
squarely in the motor pulley grooves. A further check
reduction of pressure within the canister before com-
may be made by seeing that the belt, as it goes from
pletely removing the end plate.
pulley to pulley, comes off the pulley grooves perfectly
5. Remove the old filter core from the canister and re- straight and that there are no side-way bends in the belt,
move the “O” ring gasket from the end plate. Wipe as it approaches or leaves the pulleys. Pulleys and belts
the inside of the canister and the end plate clean must be clean and free of oil.
with a clean cloth.
6. Replace the “O” ring gasket with a new one after wip- ADDING OR CHANGING OIL
ing it with a coating of the same type of oil being (HIGH PRESSURE UNITS)
used in the compressor.
When the RSR is not running and the refrigerant pres-
7. Remove the new filter/dryer element (Sporlan # RC sures have equalized, the oil should be 1/2 to 3/4 of the
4864) from the hermetically sealed wrapper. The new height of the sight glass in the compressor oil sump.
element must be placed in the canister immediately
since it would otherwise absorb moisture from the To add oil:
surrounding air. 1. Unplug the power cord.
8. Replace the end plate and bolt in place using an alter- 2. Close the compressor discharge and suction valves
nate pattern for tightening the bolts. and manifold valves 1 and 4 (see Fig. 1) and vent the
9. Prior to opening the compressor discharge valve, pressure from the compressor. Using an oil pump,
crack valve number 3 of the manifold and slightly open the drain valve on the compressor sump, and
break the flare connection in the tubing where it en- pump oil into the compressor until it is at the proper
ters the compressor discharge. Allow the air to be level.
purged from the filter dryer and then tighten the flare 3. The type of oil should be the same as that used in
fitting and open the compressor discharge valve. the refrigeration unit being serviced.
To change oil:
BELTS
1. Follow steps one and two above.
The RSR compressor drive belt should be checked fre-
2. After the refrigerant pressure has been relieved to
quently for excessive wear and tightness. If belt is in bad
atmospheric pressure, the oil is drained from the com-
condition, it should be replaced immediately. Correct belt
pressor oil sump through the sump drain valve. When
tension prevents the motor pulley from slipping, keeping
the oil has drained, immediately close the valve so
the transfer unit operating at peak efficiency.
that moisture and air do not enter the compressor.
The belt tension adjustment should be made so the belt 3. To remove the oil from the oil separator, the flanged
is taut, but not too taut to create excessive bearing loads. top must be unbolted and removed. First, however,
Due to the pulsating load created by the compressor, the the flared refrigerant tube connections must be re-
belt tension must be greater than for a normal steady moved from the top of the oil separator. Be sure to
load. Belt tension can be accurately determined with the only slightly open the flare fittings initially to make
use of a belt tension gauge which gives a direct reading certain the refrigerant pressure has first been re-
of belt load as determined by the deflection. A tension of lieved. Open the valve at the bottom of the separator
100 Ibs. is considered to be the normal belt tension. and drain the oil.
After 36 to 48 hours of operating time, the belt should 4. Clean the interior with a clean cloth and remove and
stretch to a normal operating point and a further check clean the screen filter.
for proper tension should be made. Good alignment and
5. After replacing the screen filter, replace the top of
belt tension are important to insure long belt life, quiet
the oil separator.
operation and to maintain top system performance.

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6. Before replacing the refrigerant and oil return tubes, air is drawn through the pump. It should disappear quickly
use a pump to pump ten fluid ounces of oil into the as the pressure within the pump is reduced. If gurgling
separator. continues, and the oil level drops in the sight glass, add
sufficient additional oil through the oil fill port until gur-
7. Connect the oil pump to the compressor oil drain
gling ceases and the oil level is at the half way point in
valve – open the valve – pump ten fluid ounces of
the sight glass.
oil into the compressor sump and close the drain valve.
The oil level should be checked again when the pump
8. After allowing several minutes for the oil level to stabil- reaches operating temperature. The oil separator should
ize, check to see that the oil level is 1/2 to 3/4 above be cleaned, as previously noted and refilled with 10
the bottom of the sight glass. If not, adjust accord- ounces of DuoSeal oil.
ingly.
9. It must be emphasized that the oil used in the high COMPRESSOR
pressure RSR compressor is the same as that used Prior to servicing the compressor:
in the refrigeration unit being serviced. Normally
1. Make sure the power is disconnected.
YORK Type C Refrigeration oil is used except in units
charged with R-134a. An Ester base oil must be used 2. Close Suction and discharge service valves
with this refrigerant. 3. Bleed refrigerant from the compressor to relieve the
air from the compressor and oil separator pressure
10. Open the compressor suction and discharge valves.
within. Pressure should be 5 psig or less prior to open-
And next, crack the flare fitting on the tube that con-
ing the compressor.
nects the valve manifold to the oil separator to purge
air from the compressor and oil separator.
SERVICING COMPRESSOR
11. Open the manifold valves as required for the next
recovery operation. Care must be taken when servicing the compressor not
to mar, nick or scratch any of the parts. All machined
ADDING OR CHANGING OIL (LOW PRESSURE UNIT) surfaces must be free of nicks or burrs to ensure a proper
fit and seating of gaskets. When replacing parts and re-
The procedure for the vacuum pump is essentially the assembly, the specified torque requirements shown in
same as that for the compressor – the main exception Table 10 should not be exceeded. Bolts should all be run
being the use of DuoSeal vacuum pump oil in the pump in until bolt heads make contact. Final tightening should
oil sump and in the oil separator. be in a sequence so that bolts diagonally opposite are
It is recommended that the vacuum pump be flushed tightened and all drawn evenly to the specified torque.
with clean DuoSeal oil after draining the contaminated One of the most important factors in servicing compres-
oil. sors is cleanliness. Extreme care should be taken to keep
foreign material from entering the compressor when it is
FLUSHING THE VACUUM PUMP open. All old gaskets should be replaced. Any old gasket
material adhering to the parts should be carefully removed.
After removing all the oil, close the drain and pour about
Reusable parts should be cleaned in a solvent.
four ounces of clean DuoSeal oil into the oil fill port
(see exploded view drawing for your model CAPTURE
CHECKING COMPRESSOR FOR PERFORMANCE
PUMP). Open the discharge port and operate the pump
for about a minute with the suction port alternately If the compressor appears not to perform properly, the
opened and closed to agitate and circulate the fresh oil. following checks should be made:
Again stop the pump, drain the flushing oil and force 1. Allow the suction pressure to build up to a minimum
out the residue as before. The amount of flushing oil of 30 psig. Thoroughly check the compressor and all
and the number of flushes will be determined by the refrigerant holding components for leaks.
extent of contamination and the color of the oil. Under
2. If no leaks are found, close the suction service valve
no circumstances should anything other than DuoSeal
and run compressor until compressor suction pres-
oil be used for flushing a CAPTURE pump. The higher
sure is 0 psig.
vapor pressures of other types of oil will cause diffi-
culty later in the attainment of a vacuum. 3. Stop compressor. Observe discharge pressure and
if it remains constant the discharge valves of the
REFILLING THE VACUUM PUMP valve assembly are holding properly. If pressure drops
more than 5 Ibs. (34.5 kPa) in one minute, this indi-
After you are satisfied that the pump has been thor- cates the discharge valves of the valve assembly
oughly flushed, refill the pump by pouring new DuoSeal are leaking and should be replaced. If in doubt as to
oil into the refill port. Fill to the half way point of the whether the discharge valves leak, turn the compres-
sight glass and start the pump with the suction closed. sor over by hand. If pressure rises and falls with each
A gurgling noise is characteristic when high pressure revolution this will confirm the discharge valve leak.

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4. If the discharge valves are holding then check suc- Head and Valve Removal (See Fig. 9)
tion valves of the valve assembly.
1. Remove the four bolts (15) from cylinder head.
5. Back seat (open) the discharge service valve, with
NOTE: The four bolts removed are longer in length than
the service suction valve closed, run compressor un-
the remaining head bolts.
til a vacuum of 25" (85 kPa) is reached. Failure of a
compressor to reach 25" (85 kPa) vacuum indicates 2. Remove the remaining bolts in the cylinder head and
leaky suction valves. All compressors should pump a remove the valve plate (3), and cylinder head from
25" (85 kPa) vacuum against normal head pressures. the crankcase by tapping lightly under the ears which
extend from the valve plate. If the head and valve
COMPRESSOR MODEL CFC 1000 plate adhere, hold the head and tap the valve plate
ears away from the head with a soft hammer. Do not
SHAFT SEAL ASSEMBLY SERVICING (SEE FIG. 9) hit or tap the head to separate the head and valve
When servicing the shaft seal, extreme care must be plate because damage to the head may result.
taken when removing or installing the parts to prevent 3. All gasket material adhering to the head, valve plate,
damage to the lapped surfaces and other seal parts. or cylinder, should be carefully removed in such a
The portion of the shaft upon which the seal fits must manner that the machined sealing surfaces are not
be free of scratches, burrs and dirt, and the seal hous- scratched or nicked.
ing cavity must be clean.
Head and Valve Plate—Installation
REMOVAL OF SEAL ASSEMBLY 1. Apply a thin film of clean YORK Refrigeration oil on
the area of the crankcase to be covered by the cylin-
1. Remove the sheave and key from the shaft. der gasket. Place the cylinder gasket in position on
2. Remove the seal retainer plate bolts and gently re- the cylinder so the dowel pins in the crankcase go
move the seal plate. through the dowel pin holes in the cylinder gasket.
3. Remove the seal assembly from the shaft. 2. Apply a thin film of clean YORK Refrigeration oil to
4. Clean all parts to be reused. the top and bottom valve plate area to be covered by
gaskets. Place the valve plate in position on the cylin-
INSTALLATION OF SEAL ASSEMBLY der gasket so the discharge valve assemblies (i.e.
the smaller diameter assemblies with the retainer over
1. Check all surfaces to make certain nicks and burrs the valve reed) are facing up and the locating dowel
do not exist. pins go through the dowel pin holes in the valve plate.
2. Wash all parts of the seal assembly in clean oil of 3. Place the head gasket (4) in position on the valve
the same type being used in refrigeration unit being plate (3) so the dowel pins go through the dowel pin
serviced. holes in the gasket.
3. Push the seal assembly onto the shaft. Move the 4. Apply a light film of clean YORK Refrigeration oil on
seal assembly in and out on the shaft to ensure a the machined surface of the cylinder head which
good seal. matches the head gasket. Place the head on the
4. Place a very light film of oil on the matching metal cylinder head gasket so the dowel pins go into the
faces where the “O” ring is to be placed. Place the dowel pin holes in the head.
“O” ring in the groove. 5. Apply a thin film of clean YORK Refrigeration oil to
5. Place the seal retainer plate in position with the pol- the service valve flanges on the head and on the
ished surface facing the compressor. Turn the bolts in service valve flange. Place a service valve gasket in
evenly while rotating the shaft, making sure that the position on the cylinder head service valve flanges.
clearance between the shaft and the hole in the re- Place the service valve in position on the proper ser-
tainer plate is the same all around the circumference. vice valve ports and insert the longer bolts through
If clearance is not the same all around, gently tap the the service valve mounting pads, the head, end valve
seal retainer plate until it is so. Tighten bolts diago- plate and in the crankcase.
nally opposite to the required torque. (See Table 10.) 6. Insert the remaining head bolts and run in all the bolts
so the bolt heads make contact. Tighten the head and
SERVICING VALVE PLATE AND HEAD service valve bolts to the required torque, by tighten-
ing the service bolts first. Then tighten the remaining
In removing the head, extra care should be taken not to in a sequence so bolts diagonally opposite each other
damage the sealing surfaces. are evenly drawn to the specified torque.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS AND KITS

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FIG. 9 – COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT PARTS MODEL CFC-1000

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 REF. QTY./ REFERENCE KIT
NO. PART NAME COMP. PART NUMBER BMK

1 Crankcase 1 20031-17 679-1/683-7

2 Gasket, Valve Assembly 1 30523 679-1
3 Valve Plate Assembly 1 VP211 679 1
3a Valve Plate 1 23019 679-1
4 Gasket, Cylinder Head 1 30563 679-1/683-7
5 Bolt 2 33188 679-1
6 Washer 6 41255 679-1
7 Suction Leaf 2 25083 679-1
8 Discharge Leaf 4 25076 679 1
9 Retainer 2 28036 679-1
10 Washer 2 12123 679-1
11 Nut 2 11040 679-1
12 Dust Shield 1 40733 665-8
13 Cylinder Head 1 24025-3
14 Bolt, Cylinder Head 8 10004-11
15 Bolt, Cylinder Head (Valve) 4 10049-11
16 Gasket, Rotolock Service Valves 2 30234 683-7
18 Valve, Suction/Discharge 5/8" SAE 2 31071
19 Screw, Seal Plate 6 10112-7
21 Seal Assembly 1 CBS-2938 665-8
22 “O” Ring 1 5045R 665-8/683-7
23 “O” Ring 1 30525 683-7
24 Plate, Rear Bearing Housing 1 41268-1
25 Snap Ring, Rear Bearing Housing 1 27022
26 Oil Sight Glass With “O” Ring 1 CBL-724
27 Plug, Oil Filter 2 5046R
28 Serial Plate 1 52575
29 Drive Screw, Serial Plate 2 3895
30 “O” Ring, Bottom Plate 1 30521 683-7
31 Bottom Plate 1 245-46-3
32 Snap Ring, Bottom Plate 1 27023
33 Flare Cap 1 3003
34 Ball Bearing, Front 1 26571 680-6
35 Crankshaft 1 22540-1 680-6
36 Ball Bearing, Rear 1 26553 680-6
37 Key, #6 Woodruff 1 13010
38-40 Connecting Rod Assembly 2 Al-802 695-1
41 Piston 2 20525-1 695-1
42 Piston Ring 4 35405 695-1
43 Piston Pin 2 21520 695-1
44 Snap Ring, Piston Pin 4 27016 695-1
45 Bolt, Flywheel 1 10004-8
46 Washer, Flywheel 1 12011
47 Flywheel 1 25558-1
48 Mounting Foot (Suction Side) 1 57590
48 Mounting Foot (Discharge Side) 1 57590-1
49 Lock Washer 4 12116-C
50 Bolt 4 10014-C6
51 Seal Retainer 1 41324 665-8

FIG. 9 – COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT PARTS MODEL CFC-1000

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TABLE 10 – COMPRESSOR TORQUE COMPRESSOR MODEL 16799

SPECIFICATIONS (MODEL CFC1000) (RST-2240, RSR-2250 & RP-2400)
CAPSCREWS AND BOLTS SHAFT SEAL ASSEMBLY SERVICING
DESCRIPTION THREAD TORQUE When servicing the shaft seal, extreme care must be
SIZE STD. KM taken when removing or installing the parts to prevent
Rod Cap Screw 1/4-20 7-8 ft. lbs. 0.96–1.1 damage to the lapped surfaces and other seal parts.
Valve Plate Screw 1/4-28 6 ft. lbs. 0.82 The portion of the shaft upon which the seal fits must
Oil Filler Plug 1/8 NPT 10–15 ft. lbs. 1.38–2.0 be free of scratches, burrs and dirt, and the seal hous-
Bearing Retainer 1/4-28 6–7 ft. lbs. 0.82–0.96 ing cavity must be clean.
Seal Retainer Plate 10-32 54–78 in. Ibs. 0.62–0.89 REMOVAL OF SEAL ASSEMBLY (SEE FIG. 10 & 11)
Cylinder Head 5/16-24 24–28 ft. Ibs. 3.3–3.8
1. Remove the sheave and key from the shaft.
Flywheel Capscrew 5/16-24 24–28 ft. Ibs. 3.3–3.8
Mounting Foot 3/8-16 15–20 ft. Ibs. 2.0–2.7
2. Remove the seal retainer plate bolts and gently re-
move the seal plate.
Rotolock Valve — 30–40 ft. Ibs. 4.1–5.5
Oil Sight Glass 1 1/8-18 UNEF 75 in. Ibs. 10.4 3. Remove the seal assembly from the shaft.
4. Clean all parts to be reused.
CLEARANCE
SELECTIVE FITS
INCHES MM INSTALLATION OF SEAL ASSEMBLY
Piston Pin to Piston .0002/.0003 .005/.007 1. Check all surfaces to make certain nicks and burrs
Piston Pin to Rod .0002/.0003 .005/.007 do not exist.
Piston to Cylinder .0032/.0042 .081/.106 2. Wash all parts of the seal assembly in clean YORK
Rod to Shaft Journal .0007/.0015 .018/.038 Refrigeration Oil.
3. Oil shaft with refrigeration oil to allow new seal to be
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
pushed into position.
If the compressor fails and it is evident that the crank-
4. Put on spring holder and spring. Be sure that spring
shaft bearings, connecting rods or pistons have been
is centered in spring holder.
damaged, the entire compressor should be replaced.
5. Slide the assembly along shaft just far enough to
center in spring and hold spring in place. Do not com-
TWIN CYLINDER MODEL CFC1000 press the spring at this stage.
Compressor Rotation: Either Clockwise or Counterclock- 6. Before putting on end plate, thoroughly clean and oil
wise. with 300 viscosity refrigeration oil on both sealing
Listed on page 23 are the part numbers and part names faces. Install floating seats in end plate as follows:
for each component in our belt-driven compressor Model Make sure that the synthetic rubber seat ring is tight
CFC 1000. These part numbers and part names are against the shoulder of the floating seat, with rounded
indexed by reference numbers as shown in the drawing outer edge at the rear to facilitate insertion. The ring
on page 22 which shows the layout of each part. is assembled this way when shipped. See that there
Please note that BMK-(number) refers to a replacement is a 1/32" (0.79 mm) minimum radius (do not cham-
kit of parts as follows: fer) on the edge of the cavity which holds the float-
ing seat and seat ring. Oil the outer surface of the
BMK683-7 Gasket Kit seat ring with refrigeration oil, and push the assem-
BMK679-1 Valve Plate Kit bly into the cavity seating it firmly and squarely.
BMK665-8 Seal Kit 7. Slide end plate on shaft and press it in as far as it
BMK680-6 Crankshaft and Bearing Kit will go. Do not allow it to spring out or move back-
BMK695-1 Piston and Rod Kit (Standard) ward. Tighten screws or bolts uniformly to keep the
BMK695-2 Piston and Rod Kit (.020 Oversize) face of the seat at right angles to shaft. Tightening
of end plate automatically sets seal in proper posi-
BMK679-3 Valve Plate Kit (Cad & Nickel Plated)
tion. Be sure to use the torque requirement speci-
fied for the seal assembly (see Table 11.)
Components in the valve plate kit, seal kit, piston and
rod kit and the crankshaft kit are shown within an area NOTE: After seal installation is completed, rotate the
enclosed by a line on the drawing on page 22. compressor by hand several times to help seat
the seal mating surface.

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FIG. 10 – COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT PARTS – DISCONTINUED MODEL 16799

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DETAIL NO. PART

PART NAME
NO. REQ’D NO.
Model 16799 compressor assy. 4 cylinder,3-1/4" bore x 2-1/4" stroke 16799
1 Crankcase (includes front & rear bushing) 1 16800
2 Cylinder 2 16801
3 Cylinder Head 2 16702
4 Crankshaft 1 16703*
5 Crankshaft Collar 1 16704*
727 Crankshaft Assembly 1 16705
6 Eccentric 2 16706*
7 Connecting Rod 2 16802*
8 Connecting Rod Link 2 16803*
9 Link Pin 2 16804*
10 Link Pin Retaining Ring 4 16805*
105 Eccentric and Connecting Rod Assy. 1 16806
11 Piston 4 16710
12 Wrist Pin Assembly 4 16709
13 Piston Ring 12 16711
14 Clamping Stud 2 16731
15 Lock Washer 1/2" heavy 2 30013
16 Hex Nut 1/220NF-2 2 30012
17 Sight Glass Gasket 2 16807
18 Sight Glass 1 16811*
19 Sight Glass Retaining Ring 1 16809*
851 Sight Glass Assembly 1 16808
20 Shaft End Plate 1 16727
21 Shaft End Plate Gasket 1 16726
22 Suction Screen 2 16725
23 Service Valve Gasket 5 16728
24 Oil Fill and Drain Plug 2 16729
25 Crankcase Gasket (Model No. 16799 and D-799) 2 16724
26 Cylinder Gasket 2 16723
27 Head Gasket 2 16722
28 Suction Reed 4 16718
29 Valve Plate 2 16712*
30 Discharge Reed 4 16713*
31 Discharge Valve Reed Retainer 4 16714*
32 Discharge Valve Spring 8 16715*
33 Discharge Valve Screw 8 16716*
34 Discharge Valve Lock Wire 4 19 Ga.*
742 Valve Plate Assembly (includes repair gaskets) 2 16717
35 Shaft Seal Spring 1 *
36 Shaft Seal Ring 1 *
37 Shaft Seal Carbon 1 *
854 Shaft Seal Assembly (includes repair gasket) 1 16999
38 Seal End Plate Gasket 1 16720
39 Seal End Plate 1 16721
40 Head Pipe Plug 1/8" 3 16036
41 Half Union Elbow 1 16037
42 Flare Cap 1/4" 1 16730
43 Service Valve, Compressor Suction 7/8S. 2 16737
Service Valve, Compressor Discharge 7/8S. 1 16737
44 Dowel Pins 8 16034
Front Bushing - Crankcase 1 16733**
Rear Bushing - Crankcase 1 16734**
Complete Gasket Set 1 16816
Discharge Manifold Crossover Tube Assembly 1 16815
* Part cannot be ordered separately. Must be ordered as complete Assembly.
** Must be line bored and reamed after pressing into crankcase.
MODEL D799 COMPRESSOR PARTS (OLD STYLE)
All parts used in Model D799 same as Model 16799 except for the following:
DETAIL NO. PART
PART NAME
NO. REQ’D. NO.
1 Crankcase (includes front & rear bushing) 1 16900
2 Cylinder 2 16902

FIG. 10 – COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT PARTS – DISCONTINUED MODEL 16799

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CHANGING THE VALVE PLATE ASSEMBLY 7. Thoroughly clean the valve plate assembly with a
(SEE FIG. 10 & 11) good solvent.
1. Remove cylinder head bolts, cylinder head and valve 8. Place suction reeds on the cylinder dowel pins.
plate assembly from compressor. 9. Place the valve plate assembly on the cylinder us-
2. Remove all traces of gasket material from both the ing the cylinder dowel pins as a guide.
cylinder and the cylinder head flanges. 10. Replace the cylinder head (on which the valve plate
3. Thoroughly clean the cylinder head using a good gasket has already been placed—See No. 4 above)
solvent as a cleaning agent. and make certain the dicharge outlet is opposite the
suction port on the cylinder.
4. Thoroughly clean the top of the pistons and the cyl-
11. Replace cylinder head and tighten belts, using the
inder flange: The most efficient manner in which to
torque requirement specified for the valve plate
accomplish this is to bring one piston flush with the
(Table 11).
top of the cylinder and clean the top of the piston
and approximately one-half of the cylinder flange in
one operation. This process should be repeated for
each cylinder using a good solvent as a cleaning TABLE 11 – TORQUE VALUES FOR MODEL
agent. 16799 COMPRESSOR

NOTE: Do not allow any solvent to seep into TORQUE

crankcase oil. DESCRIPTION
FT. LBS. KM
5. Place the valve plate gasket on the cylinder head
following the outline of the cylinder head itself to in- Head 25 – 30 3.4 – 4.1
sure correct gasket position. Use a thin film of re- Clamping Stud 32 – 35 4.4 – 4.8
frigerant oil to make gasket adhere to cylinder head. Cylinder to Crankcase 25 – 30 3.4 – 4.1
Shaft End Plate 9 – 15 1.2 – 2.1
6. Place the cylinder gasket on the cylinder flange us-
ing a thin film of refrigerant oil to make gasket ad- Seal End Plate 9 – 15 1.2 – 2.1
here to the cylinder flange.

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FIG. 11 – COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT PARTS – MODELS RA AND CK

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 THREE CYLINDER MODEL RA & CK BM-99301, -99302 & -99303

REF. QUANTITY/ PART REFERENCE KIT

PART NAME
NO. COMPRESSOR NO. BMK–
1 Crankcase & Bearing Assy. 1 20012-1
2 Gasket (Valve Plate) 1 30078 505-8, 507-2
3 Valve Plate Assembly 1 VP184 505-8
4 Gasket (Cylinder Head) 1 30079 505-8, 507-2
5 Discharge Leaf 3 25046 505-8
6 Discharge Leaf Retainer 3 28025 505-8
7 Spacer Washer 3 12032 505-8
8 Lock Wire 6 41097 505-8
9 Discharge Valve Spring 3 26205 505-8
10 Retainer 3 28026 505-8
11 Discharge Valve Nut 6 11213 505-8
12 Suction Leaf 3 25045 505-8
13 Suction Valve Washer 3 12031 505-8
14 Valve Screw 3 33160 505-8
15 Discharge Valve Nut 3 11212 505-8
16 Lockwasher 3 12307 505-8
17 Cylinder Head 1 24016
18 Capscrew (Cylinder Head) 18 33162
19 Gasket (Adapter Plate) 1 30047 507-2
20 Adapter Plate 1 41176
21 Capscrew 2 10020-12
22 Gasket (Discharge S.O.V.) 1 30048 507-2
23 Discharge S.O.V. 1 31012-1
24 Screw 2 10012-6
25 Connector Tube 1 34150
26 Gasket (Suction S.O.V.) 1 30047 507-2
27 Suction S.O.V. 1 31030
28 Capscrew 2 10020-14
29 Tee 1 60007
31 Flare Cap 3 3003
32 Suction Strainer Spring 1 26206
33 Gasket (Suction Cover Plate) 1 30016 507-2
34 Suction Cover Plate 1 41110-2
35 Capscrew 18 10010-8
36 Suction Strainer Assembly 1 27508
37 Gasket (Suction Cover Plate) 1 30016 507-2
38 Suction Cover Plate 1 41110-1
39 Union 1 60213
40 * Main Bearing 2 41099-P1
41 * Dowel Pin 2 41074
43 Capscrew 4 10010-7

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THREE CYLINDER MODEL RA & CK BM-99301, -99302 & -99303

REF. QUANTITY/ PART REFERENCE KIT

PART NAME
NO. COMPRESSOR NO. BMK–
44 End Plate 1 41152
45 Gasket (End Plate) 1 30063 507-2
46 Gasket (Oil Filler Plug) 1 30011 507-2
47 Oil Filler Plug 1 40176
48 Crankcase Plug (Heater) 1 CBW2682
49 Gasket (Bottom Plate) 1 30065 507-2
50 Bottom Plate 1 24531
52 Gasket (Sight Glass) 1 30012 625-1, 507-2
53 Sight Glass 1 40180 625-1
54 Gasket (Sight Glass) 1 30013 625-1, 507-2
55 Thrust Washer (Sight Glass) 1 40181 625-1
56 Retainer Nut (Sight Glass) 1 40182 625-1
57 Seal Nut 1 11031
58 Seal Bellows Assembly 1 41151 509-4, 509-5
59 Seal Seat 1 41018 509-4, 509-5
60 Seal Ring 1 41014 509-4, 509-5
61 Capscrew 8 10010-7
62 Housing Cover & Bearing Assembly 1 41099-1 509-4
63 Gasket (Housing Cover) 1 30060 507-2, 509-4
64 Seal Guard 1 41145
65 Lock Washer 2 12109
66 Machine Screw 2 10106-C6
67 Drive Screw 2 10403C
68 Serial Plate 1 CBW2641
69 Screw 4 33251
70 Lockwasher 4 2177
71 Counterweight 2 23520-1
72 Crankshaft 1 22518-5 675-7
73 Key 1 CBW2625 675-7
74 Nut 6 11030 AI606-1
75 Lock Washer 6 2174 AI606-1
76 Connecting Rod 3 AI606-1
77 Rod Bolt 6 33161 AI606-1

AI604-1
78 Lockscrew 3 10030-10 AI606-1
79 Lock Washer 3 2174 AI606-1
80 Piston & Bushing Assembly 3 AI613 AI605
80 A* Piston Bushing 6 41149 AI605
81 Piston Ring 9 41150-1
82 Piston Pin 3 21509 AI605
83 Flywheel Locknut 1 CBW2708 675-7
85 Flywheel 1 25531-2
86 Rod Bearing Inserts 6 CBW2508 A1606-1 AI604-1

Note: Only parts that can be ordered over-sized are 41150-2 .030, AI605 .030, AI613 .030 and CBW2508 .010.

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VACUUM PUMP—MODEL CRR-1 (SEE FIG. 12) is insufficient, there are several sources to the problem.
A simple explanation, there is an insufficient flow of re-
GURGLING NOISE
frigerant vapor into the vacuum pump. Check to see
The vacuum pump will gurgle to varying degrees under that the tubing connecting the suction port to the chiller
three different conditions of performance: is not obstructed. A low oil level or V-belt slippage can
cause the same symptoms. If there is a leak in the oil
1. When operating at high pressure as in the begin-
case of the vacuum pump, this can also cause insuffi-
ning of the evacuation cycle;
cient discharge pressure. If none of these explanations
2. When the oil level in the pump is low; fit the observations, the pump may be malfunctioning
3. When a large leak is present in the system being and should be sent back to a repair facility.
evacuated.
SHAFT SEAL REPLACEMENT
SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PRESSURE PROBLEMS
To replace the shaft seal of a pump, drain the oil and
Leakage, oil contamination, V-belt slippage and low oil remove the pump pulley and key. Remove the screws
level are four major causes of insufficient suction or dis- securing the old seal and pry it loose with a screwdriver
charge pressure. If the recovery and/or recycle system or similar wedge, being careful not to mar the surface of
is free from leaks, and unwarranted suction problems the pump body against which the seal fits. Discard the
still exist, the pump should be checked. A simple crite- seal and its gasket, inspect all surfaces and repair any
rion for the condition of the vacuum pump is a determi- damages with a fine abrasive stone. Wipe all sealing
nation of its ultimate pressure capability. If the suction areas clean and place a film of DuoSeal oil on both the
obtainable is very poor, the pump may be badly con- shaft and the inside bore of the new shaft seal. Using a
taminated, low on oil or malfunctioning. On the other new gasket, carefully slide the new seal into position
hand, if the pressure is only slightly higher than the guar- and center it on the shaft. It is not necessary to apply
anteed ultimate pressure of the pump, an oil change any sealant to the gasket. Tighten the mounting screws
may be all that is required. uniformly and refill the pump with DuoSeal oil. Follow
instructions included in repair kit.
If the recovery and/or recycle system is free from leaks
and sufficient suction exists, but the discharge pressure

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DETAIL PART
PART NAME QUANTITY
NO. NO.
1 Pulley, Includes Setscrew, Item 2 1 41-2074
2 Socket Head Steel Setscrew 5/16 – 18 x 3/8 1 2-01-9306
3 Large End Plate Cover 1 41-0775
4 Socket Hd. Cap Screw, 1/4 – 20 x 3/4 4 2-01-6112
5 Intake Chamber Cover Gasket 1 41-0234
6 Air Filter 1 41-1692
7 Air Filter Bracket 1 41-0663
8 Hex. Hd. Cap Screw 5/16 – 18 x 1 3 2-01-0316
9 Washer, Copper 5/16 ID 6 61-8456A
10 Soc. Hd. Cap Screw 5/16 – 18 x 1 3 2-01-6316
11 Shaft Seal, Includes Items 3, 12 & 13 1 1401D
12 Seal Gasket 1 41-0643
13 Fill Hd. Screw 10 – 32 x 3/8 6 2-00-2706
14 Hex Hd. Cap Screw, 1/4 – 20 x 3/4 10 2-01-0112
15 Split Lockwasher, 3/4 10 2-63-0193
16 Large End Plate 1 61-8416D
17 Oil Case Gasket 1 41-0403
19 Washer 6 41-2363
21 Washer 1 41-0508
22 Shaft 1 41-1762
23 Woodruff Key 3 41-0624
24 Retaining Ring 1 4-06-0754
25 Oil Case Assy. (See Note 1) 1 61-8417D
27 Plug, Oil Fill 1 41-2933
28 O-Ring 1 61-8420
29 Oil Level Window (See Note 4) 2 61-8418
30 Male Connector 1 61-8421
31 Copper Seal Cap 1 61-8423
32 Short Nut 1 61-8422
33 Drain Valve 1 41-1734
34 Baffle Plate 1 41-1769
35 Hex. Nut 1/4 - 20 4 2-31-0112
36 Steel Washer, 1/4 4 2-61-3100
37 Headless Setscrew 2 41-2175
38 Ring 1 41-1760
39 Lower Exhaust Valve 4 41-1768
40 Upper Exhaust Valve 4 41-1779
41 Steel Washer 4 2-61-0000
42 Rd. Hd. Screw, 1/4 – 20 x 3/8 4 2-01-5106
43 Rotor 1 41-1761
44 Vane 2 41-1684
45 Spring Holder 2 41-1685
46 Vane Spring 4 41-1304
47 End Plate 1 41-2045
48 Pressure Rls. Tube Number 2 1 41-1005
49 Steel Ball 3/8 Dia. 1 4-40-1200
50 Pressure Release Valve 1 41-0992
51 Hex Hd. Cap Screw, 5/16 – 18 x 1/4 6 2-01-0320
52 Pressure Rls. Tube Number 1 1 41-0986
53 Sheet Metal Screw Number 6 x 1/4 3 2-03-3104
54 Thrust Disk 1 41-1766
55 End Cap 1 41-0672
1
Oil Case Assembly (61-417D) includes oil case, drain valve and level window.
FIG. 12 – VACUUM PUMP REPLACEMENT PARTS MODEL CRR-1
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Location, Cause and Effect Thin composition gaskets are generally used for large
irregularly shaped areas. A replacement joint of this type
Oil leaks may develop wherever two mating faces are should be thoroughly cleaned of all previous gasket ma-
sealed with a gasket. Such seams may fail as the result terial and the mating surfaces cleaned of any nicks.
of deterioration of the gasket material, loosening of the
screws caused by temperature variations, or improper REPAIRING VACUUM LEAKS
care as the result of previous reassembly. Typical
gasketed seams in a vacuum pump are located at the Good vacuum seals are an essential and important at-
shaft seal and the mating faces of such mechanical sur- tribute of a vacuum pump. A good seal is dependent
faces as the suction chamber cover, the oil case, and upon the quality of the mating surfaces as well as the
the discharge chamber cover. The importance of a sealant and its preparation. The mating faces should be
gasketed seam is determined principally by its function. carefully inspected for any projections or foreign par-
If it is a vacuum seal, the ultimate performance of the ticles which might interfere with proper mating. Slight
pump is dependent upon it. If it is an oil seal, the pump projections such as nicks and burrs are most easily re-
may be operated satisfactorily for some time without moved by rubbing with a fine abrasive stone. The sur-
loss of function. Eventually, of course, a great loss of oil face of the mating parts may be washed with a solvent
may cause harmful damage. or alcohol after which they must be thoroughly dried.

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M/COMPRESSORE
M/COMPRESSORS
M/COMPRESSEURS 51VSM
MOTORKOMPRESS

Displacement 949 cm3 Rotation looking from driving end

Model 51VSM
N° cylinders 2 Orario
Swept volume Bore 88 Suction connection 42s
1450 RPM 82,56 mc/h Stroke 78 Discherge connection 35s
1750 RPM 99,64 mc/h Oil charge 4 Kg. Net weight with flywheel 118 Kg
Max operating pressure Sound power dBA ISO9614-1gr.2 Operating speed range
BP 20 bar AP 25 bar Condit. 0 Refrig. 0 600 RPM min. 1300 RPM max.
Flywheel diameter
Driving motor power range Driving belts
External 335 mm Primit. 328
7,5-25 HP Nr 4 Type B
mm
Type of lubrification Type of oil with refrig. HCFC (CFC) Type of oil with refrig. HFC
A sbattimento Standard Suniso 3GS Opzionale POE 32
Std painting Gros weight 131 Packing dimensions LxPxH Packing volume
RAL5008 Kg. 720x540x600 mm 0,233 m3

Available accessories
Description Supply
CH=Crankcase Heater Option
BF=Body cooling fan Option
WH=Water cooled head Option
US=By-pass system Option
OL=Oil level float valve Option
PDD=Double pressure switch Option
OS=Oil separator Option
LS=Liquid separator Option

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Form 50.40-OM1 (904)
Supersedes: 50.40-OM1 (199) CODES: EP, ERT, EYK