ariazone 5001 User manual

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ARIAZONE 5001 FULLY AUTOMATIC REFRIGERANT PROCESSOR
OPERATORS MANUAL
Contents Page
1. Introduction......................................................................................................... 2
2. Safety ................................................................................................................. 3
3. Technical Features ............................................................................................. 4
4. Displays Descriptions ......................................................................................... 5
5. Ariazone 5001 Main Parts & Features ................................................................ 6
6. Preparing the machine for use ........................................................................... 8
7. Printer (if fitted) ...................................................................................................10
8. Cylinder filling procedure ................................................................................... 12
9. Connecting Ariazone 500-1FA to the A/C system ............................................. 13
10. Step by Step Servicing Procedure ................................................................... 14
10.1. Recovery & Recycling Mode ......................................................................... 14
10.2. Evacuation Mode ...........................................................................................16
10.2a. Leak testing (vacuum)…………………………………………………………...16
10.3. Oil or UV dye Injection Mode ........................................................................ 17
10.4. Refrigerant Charge Mode ............................................................................. 18
11. One Cycle Servicing Procedure ....................................................................... 19
11.1. Conditions that will prevent automatic cycle procedure ................................. 21
12. Cylinder Air Purge ............................................................................................ 22
13. Unit Service Procedure .................................................................................... 23
15. Unit Calibration Procedure ............................................................................... 24

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1. Introduction
The Ariazone 5001 - Fully Automatic system is a user-friendly tool specifically designed for the
automotive air-conditioning technicians, to carry out the following functions:
-Testing air conditioning system
-Recover and recycle refrigerant.
-Electronically gauge amount of refrigerant recovered from air-conditioning system.
-Electronically gauge amount of oil removed from air-conditioning system (if any).
-Evacuate air-conditioning system.
-Leak test air-conditioning system (under vacuum).
-Electronically charge lubricating oil or UV dye by volume into the air-conditioning system.
-Electronically charge refrigerant by weight.
The Ariazone system is a microprocessor control system. This provides electronically controlled
functions, whilst keeping the operator constantly informed and in full control.
This unit has been designed and build with high level of reliability including maximum safety for
the operator. The operator needs only to be responsible for the proper use and maintenance of
the unit, in accordance with the manufacturer instructions found in this manual.
This manual contains important information pertinent to operator safety, and must accompany the
unit, in the case of sale or transfer to another party.
Ariazone International reserves the right to modify this manual and the unit itself at any time
without prior notice.
Environmental information
This product may contain substances that can be hazardous to the environmental or to human health if it's
not disposed of properly.
Electrical and electronic equipments should never be disposed of in the usual municipal waste, but must be
separately collected for their proper treatment (recycling).

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We also recommend that you adopt appropriate measures for environmental protection: recycling of the
internal and external packaging of the product, including batteries (if any).
With your help it is possible to protect our planet and improve the quality of life, by preventing potentially
hazardous substances being released in to our environment.
2. Safety
Ariazone 5001 unit is extremely simple and reliable in selecting and performing all it’s functions.
Therefore, the user is not exposed to any risk, if the general safety guidelines reported below are
followed, in association with proper use and maintenance of the unit.
-Read this user manual carefully before operating the unit. If you do not understand any
section of this manual, please contact Ariazone International direct or your nearest Ariazone
distributor.
-This equipment is to be operated by accredited technician only! Users must have basic
knowledge of air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, including potential hazards
associated with the handling of refrigerants and systems under high pressure.
-Handle refrigerant with care as serious injury may occur. Always wear appropriate
protective clothing and safety glasses.
-Avoid inhalation of the refrigerant. Use only in well ventilated work areas.
-Use only R134a refrigerant with this equipment.
- Do not expose the machine to direct artificial heat or rain.
-Do not tamper with or change safety control devices or their settings.
-The power cable may only be connected to a socket with nominal voltage stated on
the rating plate, located at the rear of the unit.
-Power lead plug to be connected only to power point with an earth.
-When transporting the unit keep upright and remove refrigerant cylinder from platform.
-Never operate the equipment with a damaged power lead, replace it immediately.
-Before removing any protective cover from unit, always unplug power lead from power point.
-Maintenance is to be carried out as per the manufacturer recommendation shown in this
manual. Only Ariazone approved parts are to be used for maintenance and repairs.

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3. Technical Features
Refrigerant .......................................... R134a
Electronic refrigerant scale ..................+/- 10 g resolution
Load cell ............................................. 60kg with 150% overload capacity
LP and HP gauges ..............................AI-D 68 mm kl.1.0
Recovery cylinder ................................12 kg (25kg on heavy duty model)
Recovery pump ................................... AI-FR11G, 275W
Recovery rate ...................................... 380 g/min (liquid state)
Vacuum pump ......................................2 stage, 75 l/min, (140 l/min available on request)
Vacuum ................................................5 x 10-1 Pa
Filter dryers (main) ...............................AI 162-1/4" (x 1)
Filters dryer (primary)…………………...AI 032-1/4" (x 2)
Dimensions ...........................................W- 580 mm, (23”) D- 620 mm (24,1/2”) H-1090 mm (43)
Weight .................................................. 75 kg (180lb)
Chassis ................................................ Sturdy all steel construction powder coated.
Supply voltage ..................................... 230V/ 50Hz (110V/ 60Hz available on request)
Noise level ............................................< 70 dB (A).
Fixed wheels……………………………..200mm (8”) Heavy duty oil resistant
Caster wheels…………………………....75mm (3”) Heavy duty oil resistant

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4. Display descriptions
HIgH PrES - Excess pressure in refrigerant cylinder
TArE - Calibrating the weight display to read -0.00 with an empty cylinder on platform.
TAr1 - Calibrating 0.00 on recovered oil vessel
TAr2 - Calibrating 0.00 on new oil vessel
SPAn - Calibrating of the refrigerant electronic scale
SPn1 - Calibrating of the recovered oil vessel electronic scale
SPn2- Calibrating of the new oil vessel electronic scale
Err1 - Disconnected load cell lead or faulty load-cell.
CYL FULL - Refrigerant weight exceeds maximum allowable limit and will not recover any more
refrigerant
nO rEF - No refrigerant pressure in service hoses, or manifold hand valves are not open
dOnE - The selected function is completed
FILT 99Hr - Displays filter life in number of hours when machine is switched on
PAUS - Recovery pause is running, for duration of three minutes.
bUSY - Purge solenoid opens to cylinder vapour port to pressurize oil separator
CYL - This display allows the operator to set the maximum allowable refrigerant weight in
cylinder.
OIL FULL - Operator should empty the oil vessel and press "STOP
ADD OIL - Operator should fill the new oil vessel.

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5. Ariazone 5001 FA Main Parts & Features
1. Analog gauges - Two large analogue gauges display suction and discharge pressures, which
are mounted on the front panel for easy viewing by the operator.
Pressures are displayed in Bar & PSI and temperatures in degrees Celsius.
2. Display -A three digit led display indicates refrigerant weight in kg. or lb., depending
upon the user selection. A heavy-duty load cell located under the cylinder platform is
used to perform these measurements.
Led enunciators above and below the numeric display inform the operator of the
units of display and whether the display is indicating the weight of refrigerant currently
within the cylinder, the amount of refrigerant being charged or the amount of
refrigerant recovered is indicated in increments of .02g (.007oz).
3. Mode Enunciator - Led group and membrane switches. Three pairs of leds indicate the mode
and status of the unit. These are used in conjunction with the adjacent membrane switches to
select the Ariazone functions. Further, once the mode is in operation the pattern in which the
Led’s flash, indicate the activity of the system. These can be viewed from several metres
away.
4. Hand valves - The console hand manifold valves allow the operator to control the flow of the
refrigerant (if desired).
5. Discharge & Suction Service Hoses - A pair of 1.8m (72") hoses are connected to the

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console, which allows the operator to connect the Ariazone system to the vehicle air-
conditioning system service ports.
6. Service Hoses Quick Couplers
Service hose quick couplers allows the operator to connect the Ariazone system, to the vehicle
air-conditioning system service ports without the risk of exhausting refrigerant in to the
environment.
7. Moisture Indicator - The moisture indicator is conveniently mounted on the console for
added protection to indicate the condition of refrigerant and filter change intervals. The
following colours correspond to the following moisture content,
Green or Blue Dry, Yellow or Pink Wet,
8. Vacuum Pump oil level - oil level must be checked when the pump is running, the oil level
should be even with the line on the sight glass. Under filling will result in poor vacuum
performance. Over filling can result in oil exhausting from pump vent.
9. Recovered Oil Drain Reservoir - A vessel of 250ml (8.75oz) is mounted on the right
rear of the unit to electronically gauge the amount of oil recovered from the air-conditioning
system, if any.
10. Oil Storage Reservoir - A vessel of 250ml (8.75oz) is mounted on the left rear of
the unit to electronically inject the oil back in to air conditioning system, or to select the
desired amount of oil to be injected.
11. Cylinder platform / Electronic scale – To electronically display amount of refrigerant in
storage cylinder, being recovered or charged in to air-conditioning system.
12. Refrigerant Cylinder 12 or 25kg is used to store the recovered and purified refrigerant.
13. Cylinder Non-condensable Indicator - A large pressure gauge is mounted on the back
upper side of Ariazone unit to indicate to the technician of any non-condensable (air) built up
in the storage cylinder.
14. PC communication port (if fitted)
15. Cylinder vapour hose
16. Cylinder liquid hose with ball valve
17. Adapter hose
18. Vacuum port - To attach micron gauge when required
19. Power switch
20. Printer

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6. Preparing the machine for use
Perform the following steps to prepare the Ariazone System for use.
1. Remove the unit packaging.
2. Check to ensure that all of the accessory components are present:
- Cylinder (12) (if ordered)
-Adapter hose (17)
-Cylinder hoses (15) and (16)
-Service hoses (5)
-User's manual
-Cylinder strap
3. Place the cylinder (12) on the Ariazone platform (11) and secure it with the strap provided.
4. Check the vacuum pump oil level (8). The oil level should be slightly above the line on the
sight glass when the pump is not running.
5. Power up (19) the unit. The unit will perform a lamp test, whereby all led displays are

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illuminated. This will enable the operator to determine if any displays have failed. After the
sequence has been completed, the display (2) will indicate the number of hours left before
equipment servicing is required followed by the amount of refrigerant in the storage cylinder
(12).
6. Mode Selection. To select a mode of operation, press either the 'UP or 'DOWN' arrow keys
until the enunciator (3) is beside the desired function. Press 'START' which will cause the
Ariazone unit to enter the selected mode.
Any mode that has been selected can be exited by pressing the 'STOP' key.
Note that if a valid key was depressed, the Ariazone unit will beep.
If an inappropriate selection has been made, i.e. attempting to select a mode whilst another
mode is in operation, the Ariazone unit will ignore the key pressed and not beep.
7. Evacuate refrigerant cylinder.
Please perform following steps to Evacuate refrigerant cylinder (12): before filling with
refrigerant:
- Connect Ariazone service hose (5) to cylinder (12) with adaptor (17).
- Open cylinder (12) valve, service hose (5) quick coupling and handle (4) on the command
panel.
- Press the 'UP" arrow key to select Evacuation function. Press, "START" and with the
keys "UP" and "DOWN" select 30 minutes. Press "START" key again and the unit will
start the evacuation process.
Note, Ariazone recommends that a 25kg refrigerant cylinder be evacuated for a
minimum time of 30 minutes.
- After 30 min. the unit will automatically stop. After closing the cylinder valve, disconnect the
service hose (5) and adapter (17) from cylinder and place to the storage ports.
8. Place refrigerant cylinder on Ariazone platform and secure with strap provided. Connect
cylinder hoses. Liquid hose (16) to the liquid side on the cylinder and vapour hose (15) to the
vapour side.

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9. Open both cylinder valves and open liquid hose (16) ball valve.
The Ariazone 5001FA is now ready for use.
7. Printer
The printer is equipped with two keys and green led:
>> Paper feed
II on line / off line
The green led shows the state of the printer:
Led constantly on - Printer in line
Led blinking - Printer not in line or no paper
Led off - Press II. If the problem persists, contact Ariazone International or authorized distributor.
Paper width: 57-58mm
Max paper thickness: 80 µ
Use only Ariazone paper in accordance to specifications.
Printing report:
After completion of every operation the unit will print a report as follows.