Stinger bacharach, Instruction Manual

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the STINGER high performance oilless recovery unit.
Bacharach has worked hard to make the STINGER the highest performing, most portable,
and easiest to use recovery unit on the market. We are committed to your complete
satisfaction!
CAUTION:
These instructions are for personnel trained and experienced in the handling of
refrigerants. Unqualified individuals should not attempt to operate this equipment. Failure to
follow proper operating procedures may cause personal injury.
WARNING: Inhalation of high concentrations of refrigerant vapors is harmful and may cause
heart irregularities, unconsciousness, or death. Deliberate inhalation of refrigerants is
extremely dangerous and death can occur without warning. Vapors reduce oxygen available
for breathing and are heavier than air. Decomposition products are hazardous. Liquid contact
may cause frostbite. All refrigerant containers, equipment, and hoses are under pressure.
CAUTION!
Before operating this unit, please read this manual in its
entirety. It is important that you have a thorough understanding of the procedures
outlined in this manual. Failure to follow these procedures could void all
manufacturer warranties.
WARNING!
This unit is capable of over-pressurizing a DOT recovery
cylinder. Ensure that you are using the proper DOT recovery cylinder for the refrigerant
that you are recovering. NOTE: R-410 is capable of pressures exceeding 600 psi. Typical
DOT recovery cylinders are rated at 350 psi with a pressure relief set at 550 psi. These
cylinders should not be used with R-410A. Only cylinders rated at 400 psi with the relief
valve setting at 600 psi should be used to for R-410A. Failure to use the proper cylinder
can be extremely dangerous!
BEFORE
handling refrigerants, read the material safety data sheet from
the refrigerant manufacturer