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- Page 1 Fieldpiece ® Vacuum Pump with RunQuick™ Oil Change System OPERATOR'S MANUAL Models VPX7, VP87, VP67, VPX7UK, VP87UK...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Operation Important Notice RunQuick™ Oil Change System Evacuation with a 4 Port Manifold Warnings Evacuation with a 3 Port Manifold Direct Evacuation What’s Included Oil Change Procedure Dynamic Vacuum Measurement Certifications Remote Exhaust Gas Ballast Valve Switch Description LED Indicators Features Maintenance Specifications... -
Page 3: Important Notice
Operator’s Manual This vacuum pump is used for evacuating • 1 Year Warranty (drying) refrigerant lines Fieldpiece model MR45 is available for recovering refrigerant Certifications Read and understand this operator’s manual in its entirety before using to prevent injury or... -
Page 4: Description
Description Features • 10CFM (VPX7), 8CFM (VP87), 6CFM (VP67) Performing a proper system evacuation prior • A2L Ready Safety Certified to charging directly increases the expected life • RunQuick™ Oil Change System and efficiency of the system Fieldpiece vacuum - Easy View Window and Oil Backlight... -
Page 5: Specifications
(201 mm x 296 mm x 406 mm) Do not use to pump hydrocarbons. Weight Empty: 24 lb / 10.9 kg (VPX7), 27 lb / 12.3 kg (VP87), Do not use near flames or sparks. 29 lb / 13.2 kg (VP67) Assume all components are pressurized. -
Page 6: Setup
Store with ports capped to prevent dust from entering. result in a risk of electric shock. When repair or replacement of the cord Drain oil after every job and store VPX7/VP87/VP67 empty to or plug is required, do not connect the grounding wire to either flat prevent spillage and reduced oil life. -
Page 7: Tech Tips
Tech Tips Setup Always use fresh Fieldpiece vacuum pump oil. If oil is left in the General pump for more than a week, the oil may have absorbed enough moisture from ambient air to affect performance. Vacuum pumps are not refrigerant recovery machines and should Refrigerant manifolds can be convenient to charge the system not be used for recovering refrigerant. -
Page 8: Operation
Operation Gas Ballast Valve (Open) IEC Power Cord Inlet and Lock Power Cord Storage Motor Power Switch (OFF) Backlit Oil Window and Tank Access (4 Screws) 4 Input Ports Oil Tank Cap Power Cord Storage Wrap Remote Exhaust Cap Extra Oil Bottle Storage Oil Drain Valve (CLOSED) -
Page 9: Runquick™ Oil Change System
RunQuick™ Oil Change System Easy View Window and Oil Backlight There are a few signs that remind you to change your oil. The visual The only way to create a deep vacuum is to condition is one of them. If it looks old, change it. You will see tiny air evacuate with fresh oil, especially at the end of bubbles with fresh oil. -
Page 10: Evacuation With A 4 Port Manifold
Read the tech tips (page12) for optimum gauge placement and variations to reduce recovery times 1. Always fill with fresh Fieldpiece Vacuum Pump Oil (page 24). 4 Port Running the pump without oil will damage the pump and void the Manifold warranty. -
Page 11: Evacuation With A 3 Port Manifold
Read the tech tips (page 12) for optimum gauge placement and variations to reduce recovery times 1. Always fill with fresh Fieldpiece Vacuum Pump Oil (page 24). 3 Port Running the pump without oil will damage the pump and void the Manifold warranty. -
Page 12: Direct Evacuation
Read the tech tips (page 12) for optimum gauge placement and variations to reduce recovery times Micron 1. Always fill with fresh Fieldpiece Vacuum Pump Oil (page 24). Gauge Vapor Running the pump without oil will damage the pump and void the warranty. -
Page 13: Oil Change Procedure
9. Ensure the drain valve is closed (horizontal). 10. Unscrew the pump’s oil fill cap 1/4 turn counter clockwise. 11. Open a new 8 ounce bottle of Fieldpiece Vacuum Pump Oil (OIL8X3). Put the bottle cap on the side of the bottle (CAP STORAGE). -
Page 14: Gas Ballast Valve Switch
• Yellow window LED shines. • Discharge stroke exposed to Yellow Blink (Solid yellow LED on VP67): ambient. Gas ballast valve open. Yellow Blink + Red Blink (VPX7/VP87): Low voltage detected. Closed Red Blink (VPX7/VP87): • Normal operating position. High voltage detected. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Maintenance Oil Window Cleaning It’s important to see the condition of your oil General as well as the LED indicators located in the oil reservoir Wipe with damp cloth to clean the exterior The large oil drain ball valve will typically drain Do not use solvents solids and sludge when changing the oil When Storage... -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Limit amount of connections. Check for leaks at connections. Motor does not start when switched ON. Use vacuum rated hoses. Models VPX7/VP87 have a soft-start feature that slowly increases Check for blockages between the pump and the system. speed during startup. Slow startup in cold temperatures is normal. -
Page 17: Limited Warranty
Fieldpiece shall not be liable for loss of use of the machine or other incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or economic loss, or for any... - Page 18 VP67 VP87 VPX7 © Fieldpiece Instruments, Inc 2021; v06...
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