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8.2 Vacuuming
Connecting
Connect a manifold gauge, vacuum gauge and vacuum pump to the access port (High/Low Pressure Gas
Stop Valve, Low Pressure Gas Stop Valve and Liquid Stop Valve).
Triple Evacuation Method
According to the following < Step 1 > < Step 2 > < Step 3 > in order, conduct vacuum drying work.
< Step 1 >
(1) Vacuum until the pressure reaches 2000 microns (2 mmHg).
(2) Pressurize with nitrogen up to 50 PSIG (0.3 MPaG) for 15 minutes.
(3) Release pressure to atmosphere level as less than 5 PSIG (0.03 MPaG).
< Step 2 >
(1) Vacuum until the pressure reaches 1000 microns (1 mmHg).
(2) Pressurize with nitrogen up to 50 PSIG (0.3 MPaG) for 15 minutes.
(3) Release pressure to atmosphere level as less than 5 PSIG (0.03 MPaG).
< Step 3 >
(1) Vacuum until the pressure reaches 500 microns (0.5 mmHg).
(2) Stop vacuum pump.
(3) Check that the vacuum 500 microns (0.5 mmHg) can maintain for one hour.
NOTICE
1. If tool or measuring instruments come into contact with the refrigerant, use the tools or the measuring
instruments exclusively for R410A.
2. Do not perform vacuum pumping work with valves of the outdoor units open.
Otherwise, the refrigerant charged before shipment may leak and it may result in failure.
If moisture remains inside the pipes, the compressor may be damaged.