Hoshizaki F-2000MLF Service Manual page 59

The vacuum level and vacuum pump may be the same as those for current
refrigerants. However, the rubber hose and gauge manifold to be used for
evacuation and refrigerant charge should be exclusively for POE oils.
2) Turn on the Vacuum Pump. Never allow the oil in the Vacuum Pump to flow backward.
3) Allow the Vacuum Pump to pull down to a 29.9" Hg vacuum. Evacuating period de-
pends on pump capacity.
4) Close the Low-side Valve and High-side Valve on the Service Manifold.
5) Disconnect the Vacuum Pump, and attach a Refrigerant Service Cylinder to the High-
side line. Remember to loosen the connection, and purge the air from the Hose. See
the Nameplate for the required refrigerant charge. Hoshizaki recommends only virgin
refrigerant or reclaimed refrigerant which meets ARI Standard No. 700-88 be used.
6) A liquid charge is recommended for charging an R-404A system. Invert the Service
Cylinder. Open the High-side, service manifold Valve.
7) Allow the system to charge with liquid until the pressures balance.
8) If necessary, add any remaining charge to the system through the Low-side. Use a
throttling valve or liquid dispensing device to add the remaining liquid charge
through the Low-side access port with the unit running.
9) Close the two Refrigerant Access Valves, and disconnect the Hoses and Service
Manifold.
10) Cap the Access Valves to prevent a possible leak.
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