Safety Information - Perlick CR24D Service Manual

Column Refrigeration Service Manual

2.0 Safety Information

2.1 Refrigerant HC-600a
All self-contained models covered in this service
manual are manufactured using refrigerant
HC-600a (Isobutane).
2.2 Servicing with R-600a
R600a is a hydrocarbon. This refrigerant is
flammable and is only allowed for use in appliances
which fulfill the requirements of UL 60335 - 2 - 24
(To cover potential risk originated from the use of
flammable refrigerants). Consequently, R600a is
only allowed to be used in household appliances
which are designed for this refrigerant and fulfill
the above-mentioned standard.
R600a is heavier than air. The concentration
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will always be highest at floor level.
The explosion limits are as follows:
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Lower limit: 1.5% by vol. (38 g/m3)
Upper limit: 8.5% by vol. (203 g/m3)
Ignition temperature: 460°C
2.2.1 General
Do not use near open fire. To carry out service
and repair on R600a systems the service personnel
must be properly trained to be able to handle a
flammable refrigerant. This includes knowledge
on tools, transportation of compressors and
refrigerant, and the relevant regulations and safety
precautions when carrying out service and repair.
2.2.2 Transportation of refrigerant and
replaced compressors
The refrigerant must be stored and transported
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in approved containers.
Replaced compressors containing refrigerant
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residues must be sealed before being
transported.
2.2.3 Tools
In general: No open fire when troubleshooting and
repairing.
The refrigeration circuit must be opened with a
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tube cutter or a special tool.
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WARNING
Vacuum pumps must be explosion-safe. It must
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be possible to lead the discharge air from the
vacuum pump into open air.
Leak detection cannot take place with normal
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halogen leak detectors, as they do not react on
hydrocarbons. A special detector reacting on
a hydrocarbon must be used instead. Another
possibility is to use a leak spray. Both solutions
only work properly if the vapor pressure in
the system is higher than 1 bar (atmospheric
pressure).
If the pressure is lower than the normal
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atmospheric pressure, it is necessary to raise
the pressure within the system to ambient
temperature.
WARNING
Never use liquid to detect system leaks if
system is in a vacuum!
2.3 Service Manual Safety Labels
PLEASE READ all instructions completely before
attempting to service the unit. Take particular
note of the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION
information in this manual. The information
is important for the safe and efficient service,
operation and care of the Perlick unit.
HAZARD!! Indicates hazardous situation that
will result in death or serious injury if not
avoided.
WARNING
Indicates hazardous situation that may
result in death or serious injury if not
avoided.
CAUTION
Caution indicates hazardous situation that
could result in minor or moderate injury and
property damage.
CAUTION
Caution without symbol indicates unsafe practice
situation that could result in property damage only.
DANGER
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