Refrigerant Recovery System
Model 3600
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4.8. DOT Recovery Cylinder Safety
An optional 80% recovery cylinder shutoff cord is available with the Model 3600. If equipped, this cord
connects to the recovery cylinder float switch and will automatically shut the Model 3600 off when the
recovery cylinder becomes 80% full.
When the Model 3600 is equipped with the 80% shutoff cord, Bacharach recommends that you use this
cord for added safety. If the Model 3600 is not equipped with an 80% shutoff cord, or, if you are using a
recovery cylinder that does not have a float switch, then you must use a scale and the guidelines below to
prevent overfilling of the cylinder.
N
OTE
:
T
HE SHORTING CAP MUST BE USED IN ORDER TO OPERATE THE
M
ODEL
3600
WITHOUT THE
80%
SHUTOFF
CORD ATTACHED TO THE RECOVERY CYLINDER
.
Bacharach uses and recommends the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute's (AHRI) guideline K for
the safe filling and handling of used refrigerant. This Publication is available from ARI.
WARNING: You must use a DOT recovery cylinder approved for use with R-410A refrigerant.
This recovery system is equipped with a high-pressure shutoff switch set to turn the
unit off at 550 psi. Using any other cylinder may cause the pressure in the recovery
cylinder to exceed the cylinder’s pressure rating.
The following information provides the safe fill weights for used refrigerant based on the size of the
container and is in accordance with Guideline K.
Water Capacity
Net Refrigerant
Weight
Gross Container Weight
(Approx.)
30 lbs
24 lbs
38 lbs
50 lbs
40 lbs
59 lbs
95 lbs
76 lbs
118 lbs
145 lbs
98 lbs
153 lbs
238 lbs
190 lbs
274 lbs
