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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

VAPIR

   

 SYSTEM

Compact A/C

Summary of Contents for VAPIR 2 system

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS VAPIR SYSTEM Compact A C...

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Page 3: ...ng rights ain t too shabby either We know you re getting a Vapir for a custom build and you re going to install it your way so these instructions are more of an overview You re a seasoned professional...

Page 4: ...gine mounts Excessive engine movement can damage hoses to A C and or heater Drain the radiator Retain the coolant and reuse or dispose of properly SAFETY FIRST Wear eye protection while drilling cutti...

Page 5: ...ssing over it The blower fan moves cool air out into the car interior Compressor The compressor pumps and circulates the refrig erant through the system Condenser The condenser is a heat exchanger mou...

Page 6: ...crews Four 1 4 20 x 1 Bolts Washer and Lock Nuts Clear Plastic Drain Tube w 90 degree elbow and grommet Bracket mounting 1 Spacer Front and Back Four Weldable Studs Unit heat Dumps VAPIR SYSTEM Compac...

Page 7: ...icle many of our procedures can be viewed as suggestions and your personal preferences will play a major role in the actual installation Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the heart of your ne...

Page 8: ...Water Control Valve Yellow Orange H E A T E R C ORE W A T E R P UMP VAPIR SYSTEM Compact A C RESTOMOD ECU Power Control Water Valve Face Floor Defrost Calibration Key Calibration Key ELECTRONICS BOX P...

Page 9: ...Fitting box Page 7 866 784 4278 www restomodair com Six Worm Gear Clamps Refrigerant Tape TWO 6 FIO Straight TWO 10 FIO Straight TWO 10 Straight Heater Fittings VAPIR SYSTEM Compact A C...

Page 10: ...into Defrost Heat Servo Motor Bench calibration Calibration Step 1 2 Page 8 866 784 4278 www restomodair com Click H E A T E R C ORE W A T E R PUMP 2 H E A T E R C ORE W A T E R P UMP Connect ORANGE...

Page 11: ...is to utilize the main wiring harness and the two wire control harnesses we ve included wiring per this diagram You have three ground wire connections on the main harness to make one relay to secure a...

Page 12: ...to complete your wiring of your VAPIR 2 REFER TO THE manual for the CONTROLS YOU PURCHASED 866 784 4278 www restomodair com CONTROLS...

Page 13: ...l mounting is selected Position the vents to give you optimal air flow Route hoses so they will not interfere with the operation of controls or other mechanisms Wrap all exposed metal on suction tube...

Page 14: ...oper drainage of condensation Use whatever method you like to securely mount the evaporator we show you two options on the next pages Mock up the installation including with the lines test fitted to m...

Page 15: ...e sure to follow the instructions for your particular bulkhead Standard sizes for the fitting are 13 16 for the heater and suction hoses The liquid hose needs a 11 16 hole After drilling any holes car...

Page 16: ...784 4278 www restomodair com FIREWALL When drilling make sure to check for obstructions on either side of the firewall We recommend using grommets if a bulkhead plate is not utilized Route the hoses t...

Page 17: ...please measure this box and make sure it is 1 x 1 Some copiers printers may not print at 100 of actual size ALIGNTHIS LINEWITH FLOO R BOAR D ALIGNTHIS LINEWITH FLOO R BOAR D IF YOU PRINTED THIS MANUAL...

Page 18: ...WELD MOUNTING STUDS TO INSIDE FIREWALL Step 2 Weld 4 mounting studs in locations you marked Flat firewall installation Installation Step 2 Page 16 866 784 4278 www restomodair com...

Page 19: ...Flat firewall installation Installation Step 2 Page 17 866 784 4278 www restomodair com Step 3 Roll evap under dash Place onto mounting studs and secure with flange nuts...

Page 20: ...ep please measure this box and make sure it is 1 x 1 Some copiers printers may not print at 100 of actual size ALIGNTHIS LINEWITH FLOO R BOAR D ALIGNTHIS LINEWITH FLOO R BOAR D IF YOU PRINTED THIS MAN...

Page 21: ...Step 2 Drill Four 5 16 Holes thru firewall be sure to check for obstructions first BOLT IN INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STEP 2 Page 19 866 784 4278 www restomodair com 5 16 DRILL BIT...

Page 22: ...BOLT IN INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STEP 3 Page 20 866 784 4278 www restomodair com Step 3 Roll evap under dash Insert bolts from engine side and secure with flange nuts Engine Side...

Page 23: ...o either heater connection on the evaporator unit Make certain the water valve is connected to the hose that connects to the WATER PUMP If you only remember one thing during this installation make cer...

Page 24: ...uct Hose 2 I D 15 Long duct hose and lines will be in box not bagged Choice of Defrost Ducts 5 8 Heater Hose 2 2 6 5 16 Liquid Hose 2 10 1 2 Suction Hose 2 IN THE BOX Page 22 866 784 4278 www restomod...

Page 25: ...t the individual lengths will be not have a bit of flexibility Be sure to keep bends in the flex hoses to a minimum for optimal airflow and route the hoses so that they will not interfere with any mec...

Page 26: ...s will not interfere with actions like shifting gears or that the vents will not be subjected to excessive impact B Many of the vents will require some drilling thru the lower dash to attach Mark the...

Page 27: ...on for the condenser you ll probably need to remove the center grill section horn s and latch support assembly see figure 37 Be sure to retain all the mounting screws you ll reinstall these pieces in...

Page 28: ...O FUNCTION INCORRECTLY DRIER PREPARATION First insert the drier into the drier mounting bracket it s basically a sleeve for the drier Screw the high pressure switch into the port at the drier Go ahead...

Page 29: ...d hardware Condenser can be mounted with fitting connec tions to either driver or passenger side MAKE CERTAIN LARGE FITTING CONNECTION IS TO THE TOP FAILURE TO DO SO WILL CAUSE SYSTEM TO FUNCTION INCO...

Page 30: ...senger side compressor hose routing Page 28 866 784 4278 www restomodair com Reminder Use two wrenches to tighten o ring fittings A 6 Liquid Hose 5 16 B 8 Discharge Hose 13 32 C 10 Suction Hose 1 2 C...

Page 31: ...iver side compressor hose routing Page 29 866 784 4278 www restomodair com A 6 Liquid Hose 5 16 B 8 Discharge Hose 13 32 C 10 Suction Hose 1 2 Reminder Use two wrenches to tighten o ring fittings B A...

Page 32: ...Re install any components that had to be removed during the installation such as hood latch or grill Page 30 866 784 4278 www restomodair com VAPIR SYSTEM Compact A C...

Page 33: ...the following pages are charging instruction procedures VAPIR SYSTEM Compact A C...

Page 34: ...oil DO NOT USE MORE THAN 24 oz OF R134A REFRIGERANT WARNING 3 1 5 lbs or 24 oz of R134A is what is required HAND TURN THE COMPRESSOR 15 20 TIMES AFTER CHARGING WARNING 4 Failure to do this may cause...

Page 35: ...NOT ADD OIL All new compressors from Restomod Air contain a full system charge of oil DO NOT CHARGE SYSTEM IN LIQUID FORM Unlike later model vehicles doing so will direct liquid refrigerant into the...

Page 36: ...equired DO NOT SHAKE TILT OR TURN CAN UPSIDE DOWN WHILE CHARGING WARNING 3 Failure to do this may cause the reed valves to become damaged this damage is NOT covered the warranty Refrigerant must come...

Page 37: ...ipment to high low charging ports Place blower fan switch on medium Run engine idle up to approx 1500 rpm After system has been fully charged and tested for basic operation THE RESULTS NOTES TECHNICIA...

Page 38: ...the flow of air that can pass through it which gives the illusion of the air not functioning The common cause of external freezing is the setting of the thermostat and the presence of high humidity i...

Page 39: ...e pressures are normal and the high side pressures are high then there might be an airflow issue continue to next step To test air flow to Condenser do the following three tests 1 Place a piece of pap...

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Page 41: ...F YOU PRINTED THIS MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS Just as a cautionary step please measure this box and make sure it is 1 x 1 Some copiers printers may not print at 100 of actual size ezhangr mounting templa...

Page 42: ...ALIGN THIS LINE WITH FLOOR BOARD ALIGN THIS LINE WITH FLOOR BOARD...

Page 43: ...LIGN THIS LINE WITH FLOOR BOARD IF YOU PRINTED THIS MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS Just as a cautionary step please measure this box and make sure it is 1 x 1 Some copiers printers may not print at 100 of ac...

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