7
Deep Vacuum Method
The deep vacuum method requires a vacuum pump capable of
pulling a vacuum of 500 microns and a vacuum gage capable of
accurately measuring this vacuum depth. The deep vacuum
method is the most positive way of assuring a system is free of air
and liquid water. (See Fig. 6)
500
MINUTES
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1000
1500
LEAK IN
SYSTEM
VACUUM TIGHT
TOO WET
TIGHT
DRY SYSTEM
2000
M
IC
R
O
N
S
2500
3000
3500
4000
4500
5000
A95424
A95424
Fig. 6
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Deep Vacuum Graph
Triple Evacuation Method
The triple evacuation method should only be used when vacuum
pump is only capable of pumping down to 28 in. of mercury
vacuum and system does not contain any liquid water. Refer to
Fig. 7 and proceed as follows:
1. Pump system down to 28 in. of mercury and allow pump
to continue operating for an additional 15 minutes.
2. Close service valves and shut off vacuum pump.
3. Connect a nitrogen cylinder and regulator to system and
open until system pressure is 2 psig.
4. Close service valve and allow system to stand for 1 hr.
During this time, dry nitrogen will be able to diffuse
throughout the system absorbing moisture.
5. Repeat this procedure as indicated in Fig. 7. System will
then be free of any contaminants and water vapor.
CHECK FOR TIGHT, DRY SYSTEM
(IF IT HOLDS DEEP VACUUM)
EVACUATE
BREAK VACUUM WITH DRY NITROGEN
WAIT
EVACUATE
CHARGE SYSTEM
BREAK VACUUM WITH DRY NITROGEN
EVACUATE
WAIT
A95425
Fig. 7
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Triple Evacuation Method
Final Tubing Check
IMPORTANT
: Check to be certain factory tubing on both
indoor and outdoor unit has not shifted during shipment. Ensure
tubes are not rubbing against each other or any sheet metal. Pay
close attention to feeder tubes, making sure wire ties on feeder
tubes are secure and tight.
STEP 7
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Make Electrical Connections
!
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury or death.
Do not supply power to unit with compressor terminal
box cover removed.
Be sure field wiring complies with local and national fire, safety,
and electrical codes, and voltage to system is within limits shown
on unit rating plate. Contact local power company for correction
of improper voltage. See unit rating plate for recommended
circuit protection device.
NOTE
: Operation of unit on improper line voltage constitutes
abuse and could affect unit reliability. See unit rating plate. Do
not install unit in system where voltage may fluctuate above or
below permissible limits.
NOTE
: Use copper wire only between disconnect switch and
unit.
NOTE
: Install branch circuit disconnect of adequate size per
NEC to handle unit starting current. Locate disconnect within
sight from and readily accessible from unit, per Section 440--14
of NEC.
Route Ground and Power Wires
Remove access panel to gain access to unit wiring. Extend wires
from disconnect through power wiring hole provided and into
unit control box.
!
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury or death.
The unit cabinet must have an uninterrupted or unbroken
ground to minimize personal injury if an electrical fault
should occur. The ground may consist of electrical wire or
metal conduit when installed in accordance with existing
electrical codes.
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