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- Page 1 COMMANDER4100 COMMANDER4100-E COMMANDER4100-E-X R1234yf RECOVERY/RECYCLE/RECHARGE Operating Instructions WARNING!! Do not stop the recovery process. Permanent damage will occur that could void the warranty.
- Page 3 DO NOT DISCARD PACKING MATERIAL! *Original packaging is required if the machine has to be sent back to the factory or authorized service location. If this is not available the factory will send the proper packaging for a fee of $85.00. www.mastercool.com...
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Page 4: First Time Use
FIRST TIME USE: At Mastercool we thoroughly test each machine prior to shipping to ensure that the machine is in perfect working order. Mastercool takes great care in packaging your machine. Despite our tremendous efforts to safeguard your machine during shipping an incident may occur regardless. -
Page 5: Safety Summary
The End User might notice the same effect when performing a TANK CHARGING operation. The COMMANDER series includes a color touch screen tablet that may experience a slower processing time in extreme heat and humidity. - Page 6 • Refrigerants can also severely injure or cause permanent blindness to unprotected eyes. Refrigerants are under pressure and can be forcibly sprayed in all directions if carelessly handled. Avoid contact with refrigerants and always wear safety goggles. www.mastercool.com...
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Page 7: About This Manual
Then keep this manual close at hand for future reference. Please pay close attention to the SAFETY SUMMARY and all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS provided throughout this manual. ABOUT YOUR AIR CONDITIONING RECOVERY/RECYCLE SERVICE CENTER Your machine incorporates a highly accurate electronic scale for determining charging weights, etc. Other www.mastercool.com... -
Page 8: Warranty
A/C system and collects them in a container for that purpose. The fluid is then filtered, recycled and returned to the tank installed in the machine. The machine also permits running certain operational and leak tests on the A/C system. www.mastercool.com... - Page 9 K. 30 lb DOT Tank P. Vacuum Pump Oil Drain Hose Flush Manifold Machine Valves L. Heater Blanket Q. Filter Ball Valve D. Tank Filling Adapter M. Heavy Duty Load Cell Scale R. Filter FIG. 2 FIG. 3 FIG. 4 FIG. 5 www.mastercool.com...
- Page 10 If automatic/manual process is selected and the above conditions exist then a warning pop-up be displayed: MAIN MENU To access the MAIN MENU at any time press the small arrows (<<) on the middle left of the screen. The main menu consists of the following options: status, settings, maintenance, documents and help. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 11 Empty the oil bottle contents into the vacuum pump. Verify the oil fill; the oil should meet the oil fill line on the vacuum pump sight glass. Replace red cap and clean any excess oil. Press reset after oil change to zero out the timer. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 12 TIME/DATE: To set the time and date press the corresponding up or down arrows. Press update to lock in the selection LANGUAGE: Choose from one of the 18 languages programmed into the machine. Press the circle next to the language desired. Select update to lock in the selection www.mastercool.com...
- Page 13 In SETTINGS/E-PRINTING the operator sets up the shop’s email address and foot note. This information (done only once) is not required but highly recommended; so, for every e-printed summary sent, the shop will receive a :cc with the same information. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 14 If e-printing is selected, then a pop-up will be displayed asking the operator to enter the customer’s email address and an optional subject. A summary will be sent to the customer’s email and a :cc will be sent to the shop’s email if defined in SETTINGS). www.mastercool.com...
- Page 15 UTILITIES: The machine has a conversion chart that will allow for the quick and easy conversion between units of measure and a logs tool which allows access to previously stored information. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 16 R1234yf vehicle to a hybrid R1234yf system. This process is incorporated to ensure the removal of any non-compatible oil when switching from a standard to a hybrid system WARNING: Failure to hose flush prior to servicing a hybrid can cause irreversible damage to www.mastercool.com...
- Page 17 NOTE: The condition of the A/C oil should first be checked to determine if flushing is necessary or appropriate. See Mastercool A/C System Visual Inspection Sight Glass. • HELP: The help screen will display all the information about the machine. The machine part...
- Page 18 17. When tank fill has completed, close the valve on the external tank. 18. Turn the blue coupler on external tank completely counterclockwise and remove. 19. Press next; the machine will automatically recover the remaining amount of refrigerant and www.mastercool.com...
- Page 19 To use the COMMANDER4100 in AUTOMATIC MODE please continue below. If MANUAL MODE is preferred please skip to the manual section of these instructions. COMMANDER4100 AUTOMATIC PROCEDURE AUTOMATIC SCREEN SETTINGS The automatic screen will display hose flushing, recovery, vacuum, leak test, and refrigerant charge: www.mastercool.com...
- Page 20 NOTE: Before recovery begins the machine will automatically go through the identification process VACUUM: To set the desired amount of vacuum time, press the >> to the right. Set vacuum time on • the keypad, press << to lock in time COMMANDER4100 www.mastercool.com...
- Page 21 COMMANDER4100 is now ready to recover, vacuum, vacuum leak check (if vacuum is set for 10 minutes or longer) and charge the programmed amount of refrigerant. Connect the couplers to the vehicle The COMMANDER4100 will now instruct to connect the couplers to the vehicle. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 22 NOTE: Each step in the reclamation process will be displayed with individual progress screens. Identification If the refrigerant ID process has passed the machine will automatically move on to recovery. If the refrigerant ID fails, follow the prompts to clear hoses and exit. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 23 Automatic Vacuum/Leak Test The default is a 10 minute vacuum/leak test. The vacuum pump will run for 8 minutes pause for 2 minute leak test and resume for an additional 2 minutes of vacuum. The following will be displayed: COMMANDER4100 www.mastercool.com...
- Page 24 Let the machine run the vacuum and decay process Let the machine charge 15% Check for evaporator leaks Check for rear evaporator leaks Before the “next” button is pressed Disconnect the low side coupler and inject the oil Re-attach the low side coupler www.mastercool.com...
- Page 25 Turn the vehicle off, let the pressures equalize, close and remove the high pressure coupler. NOTE: Failure to remove the high side coupler will cause damage to the compressor. Start the vehicle and open the machine valves 10. Let the pressure equalize, close and remove the low-pressure coupler www.mastercool.com...
- Page 26 If the refrigerant ID fails, follow the prompts to clear hoses and exit. Follow the directions on the screen. Connect the couplers to the vehicle. Press next to continue. Open the couplers by turning the knob clockwise. Press next to continue. Open the machine valves. Press next to continue. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 27 When the charge is finished “process complete” will be displayed and the visual indicator will turn green. NOTE: COMMANDER4100 after the initial charge The system will prompt the operator if oil needs to be injected and if so follow the instructions on the screen. www.mastercool.com...
- Page 28 Process Completed, will be displayed when finished. If you have difficulty with a procedure please call Mastercool’s Technical Service at 973-252-9119 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov...