Clima 8500 AC Service Machine Operation Manual

CLIMA-8500 EVO
Equipment for the recharge of car

A/C systems.
Use and Maintenance manual

Ver. 0.1
CLIMA-8500 EVO
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 1 - INDEX
CAP. 1 - INDEX ..................................................................... 3
CAP. 2 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ......................................... 5
2.1 GENERAL NOTES .............................................................5
2.2 MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION .....................................5
2.3 TECHNICAL SERVICE CENTERS .........................................5
2.4 MARKING ........................................................................5
CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS ............................................... 6
3.1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON PERSONAL SAFETY ............6
3.1.1 Definitions................................................................6
3.1.2 Precautions For Operators Safety...............................7
3.2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TOOL SAFETY ..................12
3.3 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................13
3.4 SAFETY DEVICES ...........................................................15
CAP. 4 - MANUAL STRUCTURE AND USE ............................. 16
4.1 MANUAL USE ................................................................16
4.2 SYMBOLS .....................................................................17
4.2.1 Safety ...................................................................17
4.2.2 Marking .................................................................17
4.3 GLOSSARY OF TERMS ...................................................18
4.4 GUIDELINES FOR THE HANDLING OF REFRIGERANT...........19
4.4.1 Precautions for refrigerant storage ...........................19
4.4.2 Conditions of refrigerant and system .........................19
4.4.3 Recycling capacity ...................................................20
CAP. 5 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION ......................................... 21
5.1 EXTERNAL VIEW OF CLIMA-8500 EVO - FRONT SIDE ..................22
5.2 INTERNAL VIEW OF CLIMA-8500 EVO - FRONT SIDE ...................23
5.3 RIGHT SIDE VIEW OF CLIMA-8500 EVO ..................................24
5.4 LEFT SIDE VIEW OF CLIMA-8500 EVO ...................................25
5.5 TOP FRONT VIEW CLIMA-8500 EVO.....................................26
5.6 USER’S INTERFACE .............................................................27
5.7 ACCESSORIES COMING WITH THE TOOL .....................................28
5.8 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ......................................................28
CAP. 6 - TECHNICAL FEATURES........................................... 29
CAP. 7 - INSTALLATION ....................................................... 31
7.1 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION.............................................31
7.1.1 Unpack CLIMA-8500 EVO........................................31
7.1.2 Preparation for use .................................................32
7.2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON ELECTRIC STORAGE
BATTERIES (BATTERIES, ETC.)......................................................33
7.3 DURING USE..................................................................34
7.4 WHEN THE TOOL IS NOT USED ........................................34
7.5 CLEANING – DISMANTLING AND DISPOSAL.......................35
CAP. 8 - COMMISSIONING ................................................... 36
8.1 CONNECTIONS ..................................................................36
8.2 RECHARGE OF THE INTERNAL VESSEL .......................................37
8.3 OIL CHARGE CELLS ZERO CHECK ...........................................38
8.4 NEW OIL BOTTLE FILLING ......................................................39
8.5 TRACER BOTTLE FILLING .......................................................40
CAP. 9 - MENU STRUCTURE ................................................ 41
CAP. 10 - SETUP ................................................................. 43
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 11 - A/C SYSTEM RECHARGE ...................................... 45

11.1 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS ................................................45
11.2 NON CONDENSABLE GASES DISCHARGE ...............................45
11.3 ZERO TOLERANCE MODE .................................................46
CAP. 12 - AUTOMATIC CYCLES............................................ 47
12.2 DATABASE ...................................................................47
12.3 LAST RECHARGE CYCLE....................................................49
12.4 PREVIOUSLY SAVED RECHARGE CYCLE ..................................50
CAP. 13 - MANUAL CYCLES ................................................ 51
13.2 RECOVERY PHASE ..........................................................51
13.3 SYSTEM VACUUM PHASE .................................................52
13.4 OIL INJECTION PHASE ......................................................53
13.5 TRACER INJECTION PHASE ................................................54
13.6 REFRIGERANT INJECTION PHASE .........................................54
13.7 FLUSHING PHASE ...........................................................56
13.8 PRESSURE CHECK ..........................................................57
13.9 HOSES EMPTYING ..........................................................58
CAP. 14 - STORAGE IN CASE OF LONG STOPS ..................... 59
CAP. 15 - MAINTENANCE .................................................... 60
15.1 LEAK TEST ...................................................................62
15.2 REPLACEMENT OF VACUUM PUMP OIL ..................................63
15.3 DRYER FILTER REPLACEMENT .............................................65
15.4 COUNTERS ...................................................................66
15.5 STORAGE VESSEL FILLING ................................................67
15.6 PRINTER MAINTENANCE ...................................................69
15.7 PERIODICAL CHECKS .......................................................71
CAP. 16 - DISPOSAL ........................................................... 74
16.1 EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL .....................................................74
16.2 RECYCLED MATERIALS DISPOSAL ........................................74
CAP. 17 - SPARE PARTS ..................................................... 75

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 2 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 GENERAL NOTES
All rights reserved. Total or partial copy of this manual is prohibited

under any form, either paper forms or electronic forms.
BRAIN BEE SPA and resources used for the drawing up of this
manual will not be held responsible for the incorrect use of the manual
while they guarantee that information in the manual have been duly
checked.
Products undergo constant control and improvement, hence we

reserve the right to modify information herein without notice.
2.2 MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION
CLIMA-8500 EVO is an equipment being manufactured by:
Brain Bee S.p.A.

Via Quasimodo, 4/a
43126 Parma (Italy)
Tel. +39 0521 954411 – Fax +39 0521 954490
e-mail contact@brainbee.com
internet http://www.brainbee.com
2.3 TECHNICAL SERVICE CENTERS
As to the technical service centers for CLIMA-8500 EVO, please

contact your reseller or directly Brain Bee S.p.A Technical Service.
2.4 MARKING
The CLIMA-8500 EVO equipment has been manufactured in

compliance with the Community Directives listed in the Declaration of
Conformity supplied with the pressure equipment.
The equipment falls in the PED risk category II (97/23/EC).
Pressure equipment shall undergo checks before commissioning and
periodical checks during operation, in compliance with the rules and
law provisions in force in the country where the equipment is used.
The characteristic data of the equipment are indicated on the specific
data plate applied onto the equipment side part.
It is prohibited to remove damage or tamper with the

equipment “data plate”.
ENGLISH 5 / 75 CAP. 2 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

3.1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON
PERSONAL SAFETY
3.1.1 Definitions
DANGEROUS AREAS:
Any area within or close to the equipment implying risk for the safety
and health of exposed persons.
EXPOSED PERSON:
Any person completely or partially standing in a dangerous area.
OPERATOR:
The person/s in charge of operating the appliance for the set purpose.
OPERATORS CLASSIFICATION
The operator can be classified according to two main categories,
which, in some cases, refer to one single person:
• The operator charged with the equipment operation has the duty
to:
o Start and check the machine automatic operation;
o Carry out simple setting operations;
o Remove the causes of equipment stop not implying
breakings of members but simple operation anomalies.
• The operator charged with the machine maintenance is a
qualified technician who can intervene on the machine, with
guards open, and on mechanic and electrical members to carry
out setting, maintenance and repair operations.
USER
Body or person legally responsible for the equipment.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
3.1.2 Precautions For Operators Safety
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• All the operators shall not be under the effect of tranquillizers,

drugs or alcohol when performing their job
• Before starting their job, operators shall be perfectly aware of
the position and operation of all the controls indicated on the
use manual.
• Always pay attention to any danger sign affixed on the
installation and within the company of the user.
• The employer is responsible for the spreading of this document
to the whole personnel that is going to work on the equipment.
• Besides the obligation to strictly comply with the instructions
contained in this manual, the operators shall inform their heads
on any deficiency or potentially dangerous situation that might
occur.
• In case of machine malfunctioning, check the procedures outlined
in the various chapters.
• Always refer to the safety standards adopted by the company
employing the equipment with a view to avoiding useless risks.
ENGLISH 7 / 75 CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

CLIMA-8500 EVO
RISK OF ASPHYXIA
GASOLINE ENGINES
Exhaust gases of gasoline vehicles contain carbon monoxide, a
colourless and odourless gas which, if inhaled, can cause serious
physical problems.
Special attention is always required when working within pits, as
exhaust gases components are heavier than air and consequently
deposit on the bottom of the pit.
Attention shall be paid to natural gas vehicles as well.
DIESEL ENGINES
Diesel engine exhaust gas composition is not always the same. It can
change according to: type of engine, intake, conditions of use and fuel
composition.
Diesel exhaust is made up of gases (CO, CO2, NOX and HC) and
particulate (soot, sulphates, etc.); the small particles of carbon
making up soot remain suspended in the air and can thus be
breathed. Toxic components, albeit in small quantities, are present as
well.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- Always ensure good ventilation and air aspiration (especially in
the pits).
- In closed premises, always start the exhaust gas aspiration
system.
RISK OF SMASHING
If the vehicles are not correctly secured by means of mechanic

devices, the operator might get smashed against a working bench or
against a wall. Even the equipment placed on unstable supports might
fall and squash the operator’s limbs.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- Make sure the vehicle has been secured by pulling the hand
brake and locking the wheels.
- Make sure the equipment has been positioned on a stable
support and, in case of trolley, that its wheels have been locked
before use.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
RISK OF INJURY
Engines, both working and in standstill, include moving parts (belts or

other parts) which might injure hands and arms. In the vehicles, the
cooling fan starts automatically by means of a temperature sensor
even when the engine is off; always pay attention when operating
close to it and disconnect it if needed.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- When the engine is turned on, do not put hands into the moving
parts area.
- When operating close to electrically started fans, let the engine
cool down beforehand and then remove the fan plug from the
engine.
- Keep the testing tools connection cables far from the engine
moving parts.
RISK OF BURN
When intervening on the engine, protect face, hands and feet with
suitable protective devices, avoid contact with hot surfaces, such as
sparking plugs, radiators, pipings of the cooling system and
electromechanic sensors. Catalytic mufflers reach extremely high
temperatures and can cause burns or fires.
Attentions shall thus be paid to avoid touching these objects without
suitable precautions.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- Wear protective gloves.
- Let cool down the engine and other independent accessories, if
any.
- Do not install testing tools connection cables over or close to
hot parts
- Do not keep the engine turned on once checks have been
completed.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION
When carrying out operations on the fuel system (injectors, fuel and
gasoline pump, etc.) there is risk of fire or explosion due to the fuels
employed and/or vapours formed by them.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- Disable start.
- Let the engine cool down.
- Do not use free flames or sparks sources.
- Do not smoke.
- Collect the outflowing fuel.
- Start the aspiration units in closed premises.
RISK RELATING TO NOISE LEVEL
During measurements on the vehicle, noise levels can exceed 90dB.

Such noise levels can be reached with ultrasonic cleaning or with the
vehicle’s engine high rpm.
If a person is exposed to such noise sources for a long period of time,
this can cause irreversible hearing damage.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- The operator shall adopt personal protective equipment (safety
ear muffs).
- The operator shall also protect from noise the working stations
close to the areas where test on the vehicle.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
RISK RELATING TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Civil or industrial electric power distributions, as well as vehicles

electric systems, do imply dangerous voltages. When an operator is in
contact with testing tools or live parts of the engine, risk of
electrocution exists. For instance, this might be caused by cables with
damaged insulation (ex. Bites of animals on power cords).
This is especially true of the vehicle starting system and testing tools
connections.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- Connect the testing tools to an electric socket safety relay and
correctly grounded.
- For the testing tool connection, use exclusively the cables
provided with the tool itself, making sure insulation is not
damaged.
- Make sure the testing tool is grounded before turning it on.
- When carrying out interventions on the electrical system of a
vehicle (connection of testing tool, replacement of starting
system parts), supply voltage shall be unplugged (ex. battery).
- During checks and setting operations with the engine turned on,
attention shall be paid to avoid touching those vehicle live
components (for instance the starting system) without the
suitable precautions (for instance insulating gloves).
RISK OF INTOXICATION
The pipes that are used for exhaust gases sampling if subject to high
temperatures (exceeding 250 °C or due to fires) release a highly toxic
gas which, in case of inhalation, can be harmful for health.
SAFETY MEASURES:
- In case of inhalation, immediately contact a doctor.
- To remove combustion residues wear neoprene or PVC gloves.
- Fire residues can be neutralized with a calcium hydroxide
solution. This leads to the formation of calcium fluoride that can
be removed with water.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
3.2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TOOL

SAFETY
When using the tool, the following operations are not allowed as they
might cause, under certain circumstances, danger for persons and
cause permanent damage to the tool itself.
- Do not remove or make unreadable labels, signs and/or

dangers signs placed on the tool and in the area nearby.
- Do not disable the machine safety devices
- Use exclusively original fuses with the required ampere

capacity! In case of electric supply anomalies, the machine
shall be powered off immediately. Defective fuses shall not
be repaired or excluded but replaced with fuses of the
same type.
- The machine electrical connections shall be inspected at
regular intervals. Defects, such as slackened connections
or burnt cables or cables with damaged insulation, shall
be immediately removed and replaced.
- Non authorized personnel must not open the equipment.

Within the tool there are parts that, if touched, can
cause electrocution: power off before opening the tool to
carry out repair operations.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
3.3 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Pressure equipment undergoes checks before commissioning and

periodical checks during operation in compliance with rules and law
provisions in force in the country where the tool is used.
The operator shall be responsible for the UNIT use in compliance with
rules in force in their country.
The UNIT is a tool designed for recovery and recycling of R134a
refrigerant of A/C systems of cars.
This unit is to be used exclusively by duly trained operators having a
good knowledge on cooling, cooling systems, refrigerants and possible
damages caused by pressure equipment.
The careful reading of this manual by the user is necessary for the
correct and safe use of the unit.
The user shall not be entitled to open the Unit since maintenance
operations are reserved to the authorised service center.
PERSONAL SAFETY: Use coolant R134a only. The

mixture with other types of coolant causes sever damage
to the A/C and cooling systems and to the service
equipment. It is advisable to wear suitable protections
such as goggles and gloves; the contact with the coolant
may cause blindness and other body injuries to the
operator. Avoid the contact with skin; the low boiling
temperature (about –30 °C) may cause burns. Avoid
inhaling of the coolant fumes. Do not expose it to the
direct sunbeams and rain. Use the station in ventilated
rooms. Do not smoke near the station and during the
operations. Use the station clear of heat sources, open
flames and/or sparks. Further medical and safety
information may be obtained from the lubricants and
coolants producers.
CLIMA-8500 EVO SAFETY: Before carrying out
connections between the unit and a A/C system or
external tank, be sure that all the valves are closed.
Before disconnecting the unit, be sure that the phase is
completed and all the valves are closed so that the
coolant is not dispersed in the atmosphere. Do not
change the calibration of the safety valves and control
systems. Do not use external tanks or other storage
containers that are not homologated or without safety
valves. Do not leave the unit live unless it is used in the
near future; cut off the power supply before a long
period of inactivity of the unit. The unit shall have to be
always attended. The unit shall have not to be used in an
explosion-risk environment.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
HOSES: Hoses may contain coolant under pressure.

Always connect the CLIMA-8500 EVO hoses with quick
coupler of RED color on the HP side (high pressure) of
the A/C system. Always connect the CLIMA-8500 EVO
hoses of BLUE color on the LP side (low pressure) of the
A/C system. Disconnect the hoses with extreme caution.
COOLANT: The car service equipment and A/C systems
containing R134a should not be tested using
compressed air. Some mixtures of air and HCF 134a
showed to be inflammable at high pressures. These
mixtures are potentially hazardous and show fire and
explosion risks that may cause both personal and
material damage. Check the type of coolant used by the
A/C system on the vehicle use book .
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The unit must operate in
open places or rooms with a good ventilation (at least 4
changes of air per hour).
Work away from open flames and hot surfaces; the

coolant breaks down at high temperatures releasing toxic
and aggressive substances which are harmful to both the
operator and the environment.
Avoid inhaling the system coolants and oils. The exposure

may irritate both the eyes and the respiratory tract.
OPERATING CONDITIONS: do not expose to and do
not use the unit in case of rain or other adverse weather
conditions.
STOP FOR LONG PERIOD: The unit shall be stored in a
safe place, disconnected from the electric network,
sheltered from excessive temperatures, humidity and risk
of collision with objects that may damage it.
Be sure that the valves on the internal tank are closed.
For making the unit operate again follow the activation

process only after opening the internal tank valves
again.
CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS 14 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
3.4 SAFETY DEVICES
CLIMA-8500 EVO is equipped with the following safety devices:
SAFETY PRESSURE SWITCH: it stops the compressor

in case of excessive pressure.
OVERPRESSURE VALVES: they intervene when the

pressure inside the system reaches an excessive level.
DISCONNECTING SWITCH: It allows the safety

sectioning of the electric line for the maintenance
interventions and emergency stop
ANY TAMPERING WITH THE ABOVE-MENTIONED

SAFETY DEVICES IS PROHIBITED.
Should any of the above-mentioned safety rules not be observed,

every type of warranty on the station shall lapse.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 4 - MANUAL STRUCTURE AND

USE
4.1 MANUAL USE
Carefully read this manual before starting the

equipment.
• This manual is aimed at providing the user with all the

information required for a correct use of the equipment and to
enable the user to manage it in the safest and most independent
way.
• It includes information concerning the technical side, operation,
machine stop, maintenance, spare parts and safety.
• Before carrying out any operation on the equipment, operators
and qualified technicians shall carefully read the instructions
outlined in this manual.
• In case of doubts on the correct interpretation of the
instructions, please contact our technical service to obtain the
required clarifications.
This manual is integral part of the equipment; the

purchaser shall keep it with the utmost care; it shall
be placed closed to the equipment, within a specific
container and, above all, it shall be protected from
anything that might jeopardize its readability.
• This manual shall accompany the equipment in case this is

passed on to a new user.
• The content of this manual has been drawn up in compliance with
the guide lines of the UNI standard 10893:2000.
• Diffusion, modification or use of this manual for own aims is
forbidden.
• When drawing up the manual, few but clear warning symbols
have been selected for an easier and simpler consultation.
CAP. 4 - MANUAL STRUCTURE AND USE 16 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
The operations that might result in situations potentially

harmful for the operators are highlighted by means of
the symbol alongside
Such operations can cause serious physical damage.
Operations requiring particular attention are highlighted

by means of the symbol alongside.
Such operations shall be carried out correctly to avoid
causing damage to objects or to the surrounding
environment. This symbol also highlights which
information special attention shall be paid to.

Operations requiring careful reading of the instructions
outlined in the use and maintenance manual are
highlighted by means of the symbol alongside.
4.2 SYMBOLS
This paragraph describes the safety-related symbols that might be

present on the external part of the equipment.
4.2.1 Safety
ALTERNATING CURRENT
SAFETY GROUNDING
CONSULT THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
WARNING!: DO NOT TRY REMOVING THE COVER

(this operation can be carried out exclusively by qualified
technicians)
4.2.2 Marking
EC CONFORMITY MARKING
ENGLISH 17 / 75 CAP. 4 - MANUAL STRUCTURE AND

USE
CLIMA-8500 EVO
4.3 GLOSSARY OF TERMS

To favour the reading of this manual we have prepared the list of
most important technical terms used in the manual.
Refrigerant: Cooling fluid used in the most modern car A/C systems.
The refrigerant used by the station is R134a (CH2FCF3), chemical
name: 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane.
A/C system: car conditioning system.
Unit: CLIMA-8500 EVO equipment for car A/C systems.
External bottle: Refrigerant bottle used to fill the internal vessel.
Internal vessel: Vessel for refrigerant storage.
Phase: Performance of a single function.
Cycle: Performance of each function in sequence.
Recovery: Removal of refrigerant under any condition from a tool and

charge of refrigerant into a bottle external to the A/C system without
any refrigerant analysis or treatment.
Recycling: Reduction of contaminants from used refrigerants by

means of oil separation, removal of non condensable gases and single
or multiple passage through elements allowing reduction of humidity,
acidity, and particulates.
Disposal: removal of refrigerant aimed at storage for the next

distribution or at delivery to disposal centers.
Vacuum: Draining of non condensable gases and humidity from and

A/C system by means of a vacuum pump.
Oil injection: Injection of oil into the A/C system to restore the
correct amount indicated y the manufacturer.
Charge: Charge of refrigerant inside the A/C system as per indication

of the manufacturer.
Non condensable gases: Vapor phase air accumulation in the

refrigerant drawn from A/C systems or bottles.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
4.4 GUIDELINES FOR THE HANDLING OF

REFRIGERANT
4.4.1 Precautions for refrigerant storage
The Refrigerant to be removed from a system has to be carefully

handled so as to prevent or minimize mixing of several refrigerants.
The unit is specially reserved to the use of refrigerant R134a.
Vessels used for storage of refrigerants shall be dedicated to each
specific refrigerant to prevent mixing of several refrigerants.
Vessels shall be free from oil or other contaminants and clearly
marked so as to identify the refrigerant contained.
WARNING: For handling, use and storage of Refrigerant

R134a, ask the refrigerant supplier for the technical and
safety data sheets and comply with their requirements.
4.4.2 Conditions of refrigerant and system
Life and age of the system can be of relevance to decide whether to

recycle the refrigerant from a system.
Installation procedures and maintenance interventions carried out
during the system life have a remarkable effect on the refrigerant
quality.
Systems which have not been duly cleaned or drained might have high
levels of contamination in the refrigerant and oil. If the life of the
system is not known, the recovered refrigerant has to be at least
recycled before being recharged into the system.
In case the operators are not sure on the refrigerant contamination
level, preliminary checks can be carried out by means of a special kit
for acidity and humidity measurement.
ENGLISH 19 / 75 CAP. 4 - MANUAL STRUCTURE AND

USE
CLIMA-8500 EVO
4.4.3 Recycling capacity
Filtering systems of the recycling unit have to be replaced regularly to

preserve the recycling equipment performance.
However, even if all elements indicate there is no need to recycle the
refrigerant, recycling has to be carried out in any case.
Before recharging refrigerant gas into the system the

latter has to be cleaned and drained. Procedures
indicated in this manual have to be complied with to
ensure the system is free from contamination before
charging the refrigerant into the system.
Units have to be cleaned and serviced on a regular
basis, notably in case they have been used with highly
contaminated refrigerant: it is very important to
prevent contamination from the previous operation from
affecting next operations.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 5 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The state-of-the-art technology applied for the project, production,
and innovative design makes CLIMA-8500 EVO an extremely new
unit, boasting a user-friendly and reliable performance of all
operations.
CLIMA-8500 EVO is typically used for vehicles containing up 2-3 kg of

refrigerant.
However, since the vessel can hold up to 16,5 kg it is possible to
recharge also vehicles containing a higher amount of refrigerant.
The users run no risk if they comply with the general safety rules
indicated in this manual and they use and service the unit correctly.
CLIMA-8500 EVO is suitably packed by the manufacturer.
ENGLISH 21 / 75 CAP. 5 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.1 External view of CLIMA-8500 EVO - front

side
1 3
1. Bottle of the oil “to be charged” 250 cc

2. Bottle of oil “recovered” 250 cc
3. Bottle for “Tracer” 250 cc
4. Castor wheels, with brake
CAP. 5 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION 22 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.2 Internal view of CLIMA-8500 EVO - front

side
8 9
5
10
11
6
5. Dryer filter
6. Compressor
7. Vacuum pump
8. Distiller
9. Oil separator
10. Ventilated condenser
11. Refrigerant vessel
ONLY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE PERSONNEL

CAN REMOVE THE FRONT, REAR DOORS AND
UPPER COVER

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.3 Right side view of CLIMA-8500 EVO
12
13
12. Hose LP 4,5m with quick coupler

13. Hose HP 4,5m with quick coupler
DO NOT USE THE STATION WHEN (HP – LP) CHARGE

HOSES ARE DISCONNECTED

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.4 Left side view of CLIMA-8500 EVO
14 15
16
14. Main switch

15. Tool programming connector
16. Power cord 2,5 m with shuko plug
ONLY USE THE SPECIFIC PROGRAMMING CABLE

FOR CLIMA MACHINES (OPTIONAL)

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.5 TOP front view CLIMA-8500 EVO
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19
21
18
22
17
17. Multifunction Keyboard

18. Graphic Display
19. LP D80 Gauge
20. Inner Refrigerant Bottle Gauge
21. HP D80 Gauge
22. Thermal Printer

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.6 User’s interface

The selection menu has a tree structure where different functions can
be selected through a 6-key keypad.
Details for the user are displayed on an alphanumerical LCD display

having 4 lines of 20-digit each.
The first line shows the menu title, while the lines below show the
operations available for that menu: the selected function flashes.
Key functions:
Arrow keys : navigation within the menu
Arrow Keys :parameters setting
“STOP” key : if pressed once within the menu it cancels the

operation; by holding it down for more than 1s the system exits the
database and goes back to the initial page
“START” key : if pressed once within the menu it confirms the

operation; by holding it down for more than 1s from the first level of
the menu the system goes back to the database

CLIMA-8500 EVO
5.7 Accessories coming with the tool
Besides accessories already mounted on the UNIT , the standard set

of accessories includes
PAG oil bottle Use manual

Vessel fitting
2 Pieces 1 Piece
1 Piece.
Additional bottles for The CDRom contains
It is used to recharge
PAG oil having this manual in the pdf
the internal vessel
different viscosities format.
ISO46/100/150 pag // //
oil stickers
1 Piece.
To be applied on the
side of the PAG oil
bottles
5.8 Optional accessories
You can ask your Reseller or sales partner for the other optional
accessories available.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 6 - TECHNICAL FEATURES

Vessels for R134a fluids
R134a vessel capacity 20 l
Maximum working pressure (PS) 20 bar
PED category (Dir.97/23/EC) II
Heating belt for R134a vessel Standard
Safety valve
Type New General Instruments
D7/CS 20bar R 1/4 GAS
(or equivalent)
Calibration pressure 20 bar
PED category (Dir.97/23/EC) IV
Containers for oil and tracer
Recovered PAG oil container capacity 250 ml
New PAG oil container capacity 250 ml, with OIL CARE
valve
UV tracer container capacity 250 ml, with OIL CARE
valve
Pneumatic circuit
Vacuum pump flow 6 m3/h
Vacuum level 0,05 mbar
Vacuum pump oil quantity 0,5 l
Refrigerant recovery compressor cubic 14 cc
capacity
Safety pressure switch Standard
Dryer filter 45 kg of recovered R134a
Non condensable gases discharge Manual, with solenoid valve
HP and LP valves Toggle-type
Safety pressure switch
Type Danfoss ACB-2UB506W
13/18bar 1/4SAE
(or equivalent)
Intervention pressure 18 bar
PED category (Dir.97/23/EC) IV
Pneumatic fittings
HP and LP external hoses net length 4,5 m
HP and LP pressure gauge Analog 80 mm, pulse-free,
1.6 class
Vessel pressure gauge Analog, 40 mm, pulse free,
1.6 class
User’s interface
Display Alphanumerical LCD 4x20
Keypad Membrane, 4 arrows,
START and STOP
Software updating RS232
(accessible from the outside via
cable or ACU CLIMASolution
accessory)
Printer 24 column thermal
Functions
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
R134a recovery, exhausted oil recovery, Automatic and manual

vacuum, recharge, oil and tracer
injection
Recycling mode Single or MULTIPASS
Memory for customized cycles Up to 30
Recovered oil measurement Automatic weighing, 1 g
res., 5 g acc.
New oil automatic injection By means of automatic
scale 1 g res., 5g acc.
UV tracer automatic injection Timed
Flushing With integrated solenoid
valves
Database electronic Autodata
(refrigerant amount)
System pressure test Visual (with HP and LP
pressure gauges)
Alarms
Dryer filter replacement check Active
Vacuum pump oil replacement check Active
Full/empty vessel check Active
Oils overflow control Active
Oils underflow control Active
Dimensions
LxPxH 600x522x1145 mm
Loadless weight 86 kg
Power supply
Frequency 50 Hz
Voltage 230 V ~
Power 800 W
Environmental conditions
Working temperature 5-40°C
Storage temperature and humidity 5-40°C, 10-90% R.H. (non
condensing)
Ambient pressure 75 kPa ÷ 106 kPa
Max operating altitude 2000 m
Pollution degree 2
Overvoltage category II
Fuses Retarder fuses 250V T10A
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 7 - INSTALLATION
7.1 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
7.1.1 Unpack CLIMA-8500 EVO
Remove the unit from the pallet constituting the base of the packing
by using appropriate means; do not lift the unit through the handles.
The unit will be handled through the four castors; note that the two
smaller castors are self-locking.
RISK OF OVERTURNING
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
7.1.2 Preparation for use
HANDLING: During handling, the minimum devices

required for correct handling shall be ensured, as
provided for by accident prevention provisions.
POSITIONING: Position the unit in a room with proper

ventilation and/or air change. The unit must be placed at a
distance of at least 10 cm from any object that could
obstruct internal ventilation and access to the on/off
switch. Protect and do not use under conditions of rain
and atmospheric events. Protect the unit against rain or
excessive humidity to avoid irreparable damage of it. In
addition, the equipment must never be directly exposed to
the sunrays or to excessive dust. During use, securing
the equipment by the brake is recommended.
INSTALLATION: The installation shall be carried out by
specialized personnel, strictly complying with the
instructions contained in this manual. The use of the
equipment in explosive atmosphere is forbidden.
CONNECTIONS: this being an electric equipment
connected to the mains supply, correct use of the ground
pin, placed on the supply plug, is compulsory. If the
ground pin is willingly not being used or in case of
connection of the supply plug to a supply socket not
provided with suitable grounding, this might damage the
tool. These procedures are forbidden and put the
operator’s life at risk. Place the station such that the
mains socket can be easily accessed by the operator.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
7.2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON ELECTRIC

STORAGE BATTERIES (Batteries, etc.)
Even if the equipment does not use electric storage batteries

(rechargeable or not), this general safety information is included as a
battery is always present on the vehicle.
DISASSEMBLY: Never try to disassemble the batteries
container or to modify it. The container has safety and
protective devices ensuring safe operations. By damaging
these devices, there is the risk of heat emissions, smoke
emission, fluids leak, batteries container explosion and
fire.
ELECTRICAL CONTACTS: Never allow the positive and
negative terminals of the batteries container to be
connected by metal parts. Never transport or deposit the
batteries container together with metal objects
(necklaces, hairpins, etc.) which might cause short circuit
and allow for a large quantity of energy to flow through
the metal, thus leading to the risk of container explosion,
heat emission, smoke emission, as well as burning of the
metal object connecting the two terminals.
TEMPERATURE: never use nor leave the batteries
container close to flames, stoves, or any other place
exposed to high temperatures (80 °C or higher). This
might damage the batteries container seal, thus leading
to risk of short circuit, container explosion and fire
CLEANING: never damp the batteries container with soft
water, nor salty water or other types of fluid. Water can
damage the batteries container safety device, thus
leading to the risk of heat emission, smoke emission,
container explosion and fire.
CONTAINER: Never use the batteries container the
external part of which is extremely damaged or deformed.
The use of such containers leads to the risk of heat
emission, smoke emission, container explosion and fire.
CHARGE: When charging rechargeable batteries, use
exclusively the battery-charger provided with the
equipment and recharge in premises with a temperature
ranging between 10 °C and 40 °C. The use of a battery-
charger different from the recommended one can lead to
batteries overload.
FLUID: In case the batteries fluid comes in contact with
your eyes, do not rub them. Rinse with tap water and
then see a doctor immediately. In case the fluid is not
completely removed, this can seriously damage the eyes.
REPLACEMENT: In case of batteries replacement, use

batteries of the same type and shape of the replaced
ones. Otherwise, this might damage the equipment and
lead to the risk of heat emission, smoke emission,
container explosion and fire.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
7.3 DURING USE
EQUIPMENT USE: The use of the equipment is clearly

described in this manual: anything differing from what is
explicitly stated is to be considered as IMPROPER USE.
The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for damage
to objects, persons or to the machine itself resulting
from accidents caused by non compliance with the
equipment instructions.
WORK STATION: The operator shall stand in front of the

machine, in a comfortable position to reach the equipment
controls and parts.
7.4 WHEN THE TOOL IS NOT USED
SUPPLY VOLTAGE: Disable all the supply switches and

power off when the equipment is not used for a long
period of time.
PROTECTION: If the equipment is not used for a long

period of time, it is advisable cover it with a protective
sheet.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
7.5 CLEANING – DISMANTLING AND

DISPOSAL
CLEANING: the power supply unit cleaning can be

performed even by unskilled personnel provided they have
been previously informed about the main controls to cut
the power supply unit from the mains. When the outer
surfaces need to be cleaned, avoid using detergents
containing alcohol, ammonia or gasoline; only use neutral
detergents with slightly moistened soft cloths.
DISMANTLING AND DISPOSAL: The product was
designed and assembled with high quality materials and
components that may be recycled and reused.
If one product displays a symbol showing a bin with wheels

barred by an “X”, this means that the product meets the
requirements of the Community Directive 2002/96/CE.
For the disposal no particular devices are needed since

the power supply unit is not made with noxious materials.
The disposal shall have to be carried out by complying

with the local regulations for the disposal of waste: do
not throw the product into the ordinary domestic waste
but bring it to the special collection centres present over
the territory according to what is provided for by the
current regulations in force.
An adequate disposal of the products helps preventing

environmental pollution as well as possible damage to
health.
At the end of the equipment working life the following

operations shall be carried out:
• Ask the service department to recover the whole gas in

the unit circuit, by making sure that the gas storage
internal tank is completely emptied.
COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS: The coolants recovered

from the systems that cannot be used again must be
delivered to the gas suppliers for their necessary
disposal.
The lubricants taken from the systems must be delivered

to the exhausted oil collecting centres

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 8 - COMMISSIONING
8.1 Connections
The unit has to be taken near the car A/C system and positioned on a
horizontal surface to ensure the correct operation.
CLIMA-8500 EVO is delivered by BrainBee with a Factory software

and shall hence be programmed by the reseller.
The unit has to be connected to the electric mains following

instructions on the identification plate of the unit applied next to the
main switch, mainly as to applicable voltage and power.
Connections to
the A/C system
Power mains
connection
CAUTION: Leave the quick coupler valves closed when

the station is not working and at the end of the
operations.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
8.2 Recharge of the internal vessel
IT IS PROHIBITED TO CARRY OUT

INTERVENTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE
INDICATED IN THIS CHAPTER.
CLIMA-8500 EVO comes with the storage vessel empty and fixed by
a locking screw protecting the scale against shocks during transport.
Slacken the screw of few mm and leave it into its housing; the screw
has to be screwed (manually, without using any tool) in case of
transport. Never transport the station with full vessel.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
8.3 Oil Charge Cells Zero Check
Before starting the operations, check that the oil weight values
correspond to those in the following table:
New oil empty bottle weight 0 ± 10 g

Exhausted oil empty bottle weight 0 ± 10 g
The oil scales zero check is simply performed by entering the SETUP
menu and selecting NEW OIL SCALE ZERO or EXHAUSTED OIL
SCALE ZERO.
Read the values on the scales with no oil on them and zero set the
reading; this zero setting does in no way alter the scales adjustment,
but can be useful to eliminate any possible negative deviations.
IN CASE THE VALUES DEVIATE FROM THOSE

SHOWN IN THE TABLE APPLY TO THE AFTER-
SALES SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR CHARGE
CELLS RE-ADJUSTMENT

CLIMA-8500 EVO
8.4 New oil bottle filling
The new oil bottle is on the left – looking at the unit from the front
side.
To fill it, it has to be extracted from its housing by means of the quick
coupler on the top of the bottle; slightly press downward the coupler
ring nut to extract it.
Fill the bottle by paying special attention to the “oil care” valve.
This valve is made of a silicon polymer membrane; it compensates
pressure variations within the bottle and stops humid air infeed inside
thus preserving the new oil inside.
At the end of the filling, close the bottle and take it back to its
housing.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
8.5 Tracer bottle filling
The tracer is made of a fluorescent yellow-green pigment: if lighted by a

UV lamp it becomes fluorescent and hence visible.
It is used to detect small leaks inside the car A/C system.
The tracer bottle is on the right – looking at the unit from the front side.
To fill it, it has to be extracted from its housing by means of the quick
coupler on the top of the bottle; slightly press downward the coupler
ring nut to extract it.
Fill the bottle by paying special attention to the “oil care” valve.
This valve is made of a silicon polymer membrane; it compensates

pressure variations within the bottle and stops humid air infeed inside
thus preserving the new oil inside.
At the end of the filling, close the bottle and take it back to its housing.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 9 - MENU STRUCTURE

I
AUTOMATIC MANUAL SETUP MAINTENANCE

CYCLES CYCLES
Data bank Recovery Hybrid Function Leak Test
Last Cycle Vacuum OilOil

New density
Weight Pump Pump
Oil Oil
Zero Replacement
User Defined Oil Injection R134a recharge

mode
Recovery Oil Filter Replacement
Weight Zero Vessel heating
Tracer Injection
Pressure test at the Counters
end of recharge
Gas Injection Oil Density Vessel heating
Vessel Filling
Flushing Recharge Mode
Air Purge
Pressure Check Recovery Gas
Enable
Multipass
Hoses Empting
Vessel Heating
Multipass Enable
Pressure Check
Enable
Display Contrast
Hoses Lenght
Unit of Measure
Clock Adjustment
Garage Data
Language
Right\Left Hand
Driver
Startup Screen
Default Setup
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
Keys are used for horizontal navigation between menus.
Within each menu, keys are used for navigation in submenus.

Upon switch on the UNIT enters the main menu of AUTOMATIC
CYCLES.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 10 - SETUP
Entering the SETUP menu it will be possible to set different parameters
and enable various options before starting the cycles:
HYBRID FUNCTION
• selecting this entry you can change the type of Oil to be injected
within the A/C system
NEW OIL WEIGHT ZERO

• to cancel any negative deviation.
RECOV.OIL WEIGHT ZERO

• to cancel any negative deviation.
OIL DENSITY
• to choose between grams or volume (g/ml) as unit of
measurement.
RECHARGE METHOD
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
• to choose between Quick Mode or Zero Tolerance as recharge

mode
RECOVERED GAS ENABLING

• selecting this entry, you can choose whether you want to enable
displaying and printing of the recovered gas quantity.
VESSEL HEATING BELT
• to enable or disable the use of the heating belt during the vacuum
phase .
MULTIPASS ENABLE
• to enable or disable this function allowing for an additional recycling
inside the station which starts automatically when the station is On
but not in use. This function ensures a higher level of purity of the
recycled refrigerant to the advantage of the service quality.
PRESSURE CHECK
• to enable or disable the pressure check.
HOSES LENGTH
• selecting this entry you can modify the charge hoses length.
UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
• selecting this entry, you can modify the pressure unit of
measurement (switching from Bar to Pascal)
CLOCK ADJUSTMENT
to modify date and time.
GARAGE DATA
• to enter the garage data to be printed on the end of cycle report.
LANGUAGE
• selecting this entry you can choose a language among those
included in the database.
In case you choose a language with unintelligible characters, hold
down the button in the starting screen-page and you will

directly return to the language setting menu.
RIGHT-HAND / LEFT-HAND DRIVE

• selecting this entry, you can set the drive side of the vehicle to be
recharged within the databank.
STARTUP SCREEN
• selecting this entry, you can decide whether the startup screen of
the unit will be the databank page or the main menu page.
DEFAULT SETTINGS
• selecting this entry, you can restore the unit default settings.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 11 - A/C SYSTEM RECHARGE

11.1 Preliminary operations
The recovery and recharge operations have be carried out after the
car /AC system has run for some time; however, an excessively hot
A/C system has to be avoided since the next recharge phase could be
adversely affected by high pressures.
The recharge station has to be ON.

No special pre-arrangement is required: connecting hoses have to be
attached by identifying their position.
Then connect HP and LP quick couplers (or the single coupler,
depending on the type of system).
After quick couplers connection the knob has to be screwed.
Details necessary for the performance of the charge/recovery/vacuum

cycle are the amount of refrigerant and of oil. These data are often
found on the engine compartment plate or on the technical manuals of
the garage.
As to oil quantity technical manuals of cars, systems as well as

available details in general indicate the total quantity of oil in the
system.
Indeed the amount of oil to be recharged is that extracted during the
refrigerant recovery phase which is very small.
11.2 Non condensable Gases Discharge
The non condensable gases discharge solenoid valve shall have to be

enabled if air is present into the vessel and can be activated from the
keypad in the maintenance menu. The air presence into the vessel can
be detected only after the machine has been at rest for a certain
period (as for instance during the morning). Read the pressure
measurement shown on the vessel gauge to check the air presence
and check if the vessel pressure value on the LP gauge (°C) scale
corresponds to the temperature marked on the scale: if it proves to
be significantly higher than ambient temperature, then some air is
likely to be inside the vessel.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
11.3 Zero Tolerance Mode
CLIMA-8500 EVO can apply two different refrigerant recharge

modes; the first one is called Quick mode and features the opening of
the recharge valve by injecting gas through the HP port. By the Quick
Mode part of the refrigerant remains into the hoses and is
compensated by software calculation.
Whenever the recharge is not completed the UNIT shifts automatically

to the Zero Tolerance mode.
The Zero Tolerance function is the second recharge procedure, an

alternative to the Quick Mode.
It features a more accurate recharge and guarantees a successful
recharge (it however requires a longer time and the operator’s
intervention).
If the car A/C system is equipped with both couplers or with LP

coupler only, there are two slightly different working modes; in any
case if only the HP coupler is available the Zero Tolerance mode is not
applicable.
With both HP and LP couplers available the Zero Tolerance features

the injection of the selected refrigerant amount into the system
through the HP hose; then refrigerant remained into the HP hose is
sucked by the car system – engine and compressor running – through
LP (after disconnecting and closing the HP coupler).
In case the LP coupler only is available the station charges the system
with 50% of the selected amount with car compressor off and waits
for 10 minutes before recalling the operator. This wait time – quite
rare since most of cars are equipped with HP coupler too – allows the
refrigerant injected near the compressor – that is LP side – to
evaporate to prevent any damage to the compressor during the
admission of liquid phase refrigerant. Then, after car and A/C system
switch ON recharge continues through timed injection of refrigerant
through hose LP, such injections start exclusively if the LP pressure is
lower than 3 bar.
CAP. 11 - A/C SYSTEM RECHARGE 46 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 12 - AUTOMATIC CYCLES

Connect the LP – HP couplers or the single coupler to the car system.
Open couplers (or the single coupler) rotating knobs clockwise.

LP – HP pressure gauges (or the single pressure gauge) indicate
pressure inside the system.
12.2 Database
Brain Bee offers customers purchasing a CLIMA-8500 EVO the

possibility of enhancing potentials of the UNIT through the database
®
.
This database stores data on the A/C system of most cars; it hence
allows acceleration of system recharge operations by exploiting data
supplied by the database.
Upon tool switch On the menu of the database storing vehicles divided
by maker, model, and type of A/C system is displayed.
The selected car flashed, press to change selection and
to confirm selection.
Press to go back to the previous field.
After selecting the type of A/C system the main page is shown with the
following preset values:
• Amount of refrigerant to be charged into the system
• PAG oil amount to be injected into the system
• Option for the injection of tracer
The reserve of refrigerant in the internal vessel of the UNIT is also

displayed.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
The value of each selected field (flashing) can be either increased or
decreased pressing .
Through the selected value is confirmed and the next field is

entered.
By pressing the previous field is entered.
At the end of the setup the message “START” starts flashing: press
to start the automatic cycle.
NOTE: to quit the database and enter directly the main menu hold down
for more than 1 s key . To enter the database again from the
recharge main menu hold down for more than 1 s key .
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
12.3 Last recharge cycle
The AUTOMATIC CYCLES main page with values preset like in the
previous recharge cycle can be accessed directly: from the database
menu hold down for more than 1s key .

entered.
At the end of the setup the message “START” starts flashing: press
to start the automatic cycle.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
12.4 Previously saved recharge cycle
The AUTOMATIC CYCLES main page with values preset like in the
previously saved recharges can be accessed directly (up to 10
automatic cycles can be accessed): from the database menu hold down
for more than 1s key to go to the main menu of automatic cycles.
From the main menu press to select the AUTOMATIC
CYCLE. Press to confirm.
Through keys select the previously saved cycle and confirm
by : the main menu page with the preset values of the previously
saved recharge is displayed:

entered.
At the end of the setup press to start the automatic cycle.
CAP. 12 - AUTOMATIC CYCLES 50 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 13 - MANUAL CYCLES

Connect the LP – HP couplers or the single coupler to the car system.
Open couplers (or the single coupler) rotating knobs clockwise.

LP – HP pressure gauges (or the single pressure gauge) indicate
pressure inside the system.
Open LP and HP valves on the control board or the single valve

according to the selected A/C system
From the main menu use keys until selection of MANUAL

CYCLES .
Through keys select the desired phase and press
13.2 Recovery Phase
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu, position on RECOVERY through the
keys ,then push to start the phase.
In case of problems or errors during this phase, a message will be

displayed, identifying the type of error.
It is possible to interrupt the phase in progress at any time, by pushing
At the end of the process the display will show the quantity of recovered
oil, together with a message stating that the phase is over.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
13.3 System vacuum phase
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu, position on VACUUM through the keys
,then push to start the phase.
By means of the keys , you can set the vacuum time and the
test time, then push .
In case of problems or errors during this phase a message identifying

the type of problem is displayed.
At any moment, by pressing , the current phase can be interrupted.

At the end of the vacuum phase the display shows the vacuum level
reached.
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CLIMA-8500 EVO
13.4 Oil Injection Phase
Connect the HP – LP couplers (or the single coupler) to the vehicle

system.
Open the coupler/s by turning the knobs clockwise.
The LP – HP gauges (or the single gauge) must not indicate the
presence of pressure into the system. On the contrary, execute a
recovery/recycle function.
THIS PHASE MUST ONLY BE EXECUTED ON A/C

SYSTEMS UNDER NEGATIVE PRESSURE (THAT IS
AFTER PULLING A VACUUM IN THE SYSTEM).
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu, position on OIL INJECTION through the
keys , then push to start the phase.
Push to set the quantity of PAG oil that you need to inject
and push to confirm.
Select the type of A/C system on to which the new oil injection is to be
performed by pushing .
Push to confirm the entered values and start the phase.


CLIMA-8500 EVO
13.5 Tracer injection phase
The LP – HP pressure gauges (or the single pressure gauge) must not
indicate pressure inside the system. Otherwise carry out a
recovery/recycling function.
THIS PHASE HAS TO BE CARRIED OUT

EXCLUSIVELY ON A/C SYSTEM UNDER VACUUM
(AFTER A SYSTEM VACUUM HAS BEEN PULLED).
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu, position on TRACER INJECTION
through the keys , then push to start the phase.
Select the type of A/C system on to which tracer injection is to be
performed by pushing .
In case of problems or errors during this phase a message identifying

the type of problem is displayed.
At any moment, by pressing , the current phase can be interrupted.
13.6 Refrigerant injection phase
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu, position on REFRIGERANT INJECTION
through the keys , then push to start the phase.
Push to set the quantity of refrigerant that you need to
inject and push to confirm.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
Select the type of A/C system on to which the refrigerant injection is to
be performed by pushing .
In case of problem during the recovery phase the last line of the display
shows a specific message.
Press to interrupt at any moment the recovery phase. In case

injection of refrigerant is not completed after the preset recharge time
has elapsed detach the high pressure (HP) coupler and start the car A/C
system.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
13.7 Flushing Phase
It is advisable to perform the system washing phase (Flushing) after a

certain number of recharging cycles or after replacing any components
or parts of the A/C system of a vehicle.
The system washing (Flushing) consists in purifying the vehicle cooling

system through several R134a gas flushes, by recovering it each time,
so that the impurities can be filtered little by little through the additional
dryer filter.
Thanks to its specific design, CLIMA-8500 EVO can automatically

manage the flushing process so that the process becomes fully
automatic.
In order to carry out the washing, the operator has to separately buy a
specific kit; this kit is a necessary tool because in every A/C system
there are parts that shall not have to undergo the washing, such as the
flow-restriction valve and the internal compressor, that could otherwise
be damaged by it.
Once that you have installed the flushing kit, in the MANUAL CYCLES
menu position on FLUSHING through the keys then push
to start the phase.
You can set the flushing time by pushing .


CLIMA-8500 EVO
13.8 Pressure Check
In order to check the conditions of the A/C system of the vehicle, for
instance in case no cool air comes out from the ventilating flaps, you
can perform the pressure check.
Connect the HP – LP couplers (or the single coupler) to the vehicle

system.
Perform the following preliminary operations on the vehicle:
• Turn on the A/C system

• Set temperature at minimum level.
• Set fan speed at maximum level; close all the flaps except the
central one and set air distribution to central position.
• Keep engine at accelerated idle at constant speed for at least 2
minutes.
• Check the pressure values within about 3 - 5 minutes.
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu push to select PRESSURE
CHECK , then push to confirm.
Open the coupler/s by turning the knobs clockwise.
After the refrigerant injection, a check of the pressure on HP and LP

sides will be requested; make sure that both values on LP and HP
gauges fall within the values shown on the display.
PRESSURE VALUES CHANGE CONSIDERABLY

WHEN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE CHANGES. SO
BEAR THIS IN MIND WHEN PERFORMING THE
PRESSURE CHECK.


CLIMA-8500 EVO
13.9 Hoses Emptying
To empty the charge hoses completely perform the HOSES EMPTYING

phase.
In the MANUAL CYCLES menu push to select HOSES

EMPTYING (we refer to the external Blue and Red charge hoses), then
push to confirm.


CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 14 - STORAGE IN CASE OF LONG

STOPS
The unit has to be stored in a safe place, protected against excessive
temperatures, humidity and risk of impacts with other objects which
might damage it.
ENGLISH 59 / 75CAP. 14 - STORAGE IN CASE OF LONG

STOPS
CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 15 - MAINTENANCE
CLIMA-8500 EVO is a remarkably reliable unit, manufactured using the
highest quality components, making use of the most advanced
production techniques.
Please contact an authorized technical service centre for all
maintenance interventions and to purchase spare parts.
The equipment includes parts subject to the PED Directive. The PED
“Pressure Equipment Directive” 97/23/EC defines and regulates all
those parts that are subject to pressure, with a specific ratio between
their pressure and volume. Therefore, such parts cannot be
disassembled or handled.
Under the responsibility of the owner, the equipment and parts subject
to the PED Directive shall be checked upon commissioning and at
periodic intervals, in line with the provisions of national laws on this
subject.
The parts subject to the PED Directive are:
• VESSEL 20l
Category II (Dir. 97/23/EC)
CAP. 15 - MAINTENANCE 60 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
SAFETY VALVE D7/C 20bar R 1/4 GAS

Category IV (Dir. 97/23/EC)
SUCTION UNIT
Art. 3.3 (Dir. 97/23/EC)
PRESSURE SWITCH ACB-2UB506W 13/18bar 1/4SAE

ENGLISH 61 / 75 CAP. 15 - MAINTENANCE

CLIMA-8500 EVO
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE

OPERATION, MAKE SURE THE EQUIPMENT HAS
BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS.
ANY INTERVENTION ON PARTS OF THE UNIT

NOT EXPRESSLY OUTLINED IN THIS CHAPTER
IS FORBIDDEN.
15.1 Leak test
From the MAINTENANCE main service through keys select
the LEAK TEST menu and press after connecting the quick
couplers.


CLIMA-8500 EVO
15.2 Replacement of vacuum pump oil
The vacuum pump oil shall be replaced every 60 hours of operation.
When vacuum pump oil needs to be replaced, the message will be

shown on the display.
Required equipment:
n°1 Medium-sized cross-tip screwdriver

n°1 Medium-sized flathead screwdriver
n°1 Allen wrench (10 mm)
For replacement, comply with the instructions outlined below:
1 Disconnect the unit from the mains.
2 remove the screws (6) fixing the front door of the unit and remove
it.
3 Place a bowl underneath the machine, right under the pump oil drain
hole. Open the upper plug and then the lower plug to drain the
exhausted oil contained within the vacuum pump.
UPPER
PLUG
SIGHT
GLASS
LOWER
PLUG

CLIMA-8500 EVO
4 Once the pump has been emptied, screw the lower plug again.
5 Fill the pump with new oil through the upper opening, using a funnel
if needed. Bring new oil level halfway through the sight glass.
6 Once the pump has been filled, close the upper plug.
Once oil has been replaced, switch on the unit and from the
MAINTENANCE menu select PUMP OIL REPLACEMENT: press the
“RESET” key to set the counter to zero.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
15.3 Dryer filter replacement
The dryer filter shall be replaced once 45 kg of refrigerant fluid have

been dehydrated, because the filter depletes its capacity of retaining the
moisture present in the refrigerant.
To replace the dryer filter, from the MAINTENANCE menu select
DRYER FILTER REPLACEMENT: press “RESET” to set the counter to
zero and to start the filter replacement procedure.
Now you can replace the filter.

Required equipment:
n°1 Medium-sized cross-tip screwdriver

n°1 Allen wrench (24 mm)
For the replacement operation, comply with the instructions outlined

below:
1 Disconnect the unit from the mains.
2 Remove the screws (6) fixing the front part of the unit.
3 Unscrew the 2 connection nuts of the filter by means of the Allen
wrenches.
4 cut the two plastic straps wrapping the filter
DRYER FILTER NUTS

CLIMA-8500 EVO
4 Install the new filter paying attention to the position of gaskets and to
the direction of the arrow indicating the fluid flowing direction.
5 Screw the two connection nuts of the filter.
15.4 Counters
In the COUNTERS menu, at any time, the vacuum pump and

compressor hours of life can be displayed; besides, remaining time
before replacement of vacuum pump oil and dryer filter can also be
displayed.
To access the COUNTERS menu, from the main menu enter the
MAINTENANCE menu and press COUNTERS.
Within the COUNTERS menu, you will find the following data:

CLIMA-8500 EVO
15.5 Storage Vessel Filling
CAREFULLY COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING

INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID REFRIGERANT
DISCHARGE INTO THE ATMOSPHERE
After following the above described procedure, connect the HP quick

coupler (red) of the unit to an external tank by using the adapter
supplied with it.
Open the coupler by turning the knob clockwise.

Open the valve on the external tank.
There are two types of source tanks: with plunger and without plunger.
Tanks with plunger must stay upright to transfer the liquid refrigerant;
for this type of tanks, connect with coupler L (liquid).
Tanks without plunger have only one valve, so they must be turned
upside down to transfer the liquid refrigerant.
The HP gauge shows the pressure level into the external tank.
Push to select the submenu VESSEL FILLING, then push
to enter it.
In the following screen page set the quantity of refrigerant you wish to
charge.
The field RESIDUAL shows the quantity of refrigerant being currently
present in the vessel.
Position the cursor into the field TO CHARGE that will suggest, by
default, the maximum quantity of refrigerant to charge.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
Push to set the quantity of refrigerant you need to charge.
Push to start the charging phase.
Note that upon the signal of set limit weight reached, after the closing
of the external tank valve, the unit still absorbs a little quantity of
refrigerant. In case of problems during the internal vessel filling phase, a
specific message will appear on the last line of the display.
.
After some minutes the unit will automatically end the function.
At the end the weight of the charged refrigerant will be displayed.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
15.6 Printer Maintenance
To change the roll of paper follow instructions below:
Open the printer lid as indicated in the picture
Position the roll of paper inside the housing in the rotation direction
indicated in the picture;

CLIMA-8500 EVO
Pull the paper out of the housing as indicated in the picture and close
the lid ;
The printer is ready for printing.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
15.7 Periodical checks
The A/C service stations shall undergo periodical checks, as provided

for by relevant national laws.
Checks will be performed by competent authorities, in compliance with
their procedures. Here below, some possible checks on components
subject to the PED directive are outlined. According to national laws,
checks might be extended to other components in order to verify the
metrological characteristics of the integrated equipment or the
presence of devices or accessories that are essential to its use.
VESSEL 20l
Category II (Dir. 97/23/EC)
• To check the refrigerant vessel date of manufacture, see the
vessel plate
• Make sure no corrosion or leakage is present; under normal

conditions of use, the vessel life is at least 20 years.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
SAFETY VALVE D7/C 20bar R 1/4 GAS

• In case of intervention of the automatic safety valve, it is

advisable to contact the technical service that will replace the
valve.
• SUCTION UNIT
Art. 3.3 (Dir. 97/23/EC)
• Make sure no corrosion and leakages are present.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
PRESSURE SWITCH ACB-2UB506W 13/18bar 1/4SAE

• Check presence of the device with references indicated above,

wholeness of connection cables and connector, and the correct
connection to the equipment printed circuit board.
HOSES
• Periodically check external charge hoses, red (HP) and blue (LP),
to verify their perfect conditions and the lack of damages which
could compromise their correct operation.
OTHER CHECKS
• Make sure lubricants and filters have been replaced in line with
the intervals required to ensure correct operation of the
equipment.

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 16 - DISPOSAL
16.1 Equipment disposal
At the end of the equipment working life the following operations shall be
carried out:
• Ask the service department to recover the whole gas in the unit
circuit, by making sure that the gas storage internal tank is
completely emptied.
• Deliver the unit to a disposal centre.
16.2 Recycled materials disposal
The coolants recovered from the systems that cannot be used again
must be delivered to the gas suppliers for their necessary disposal.
The lubricants taken from the systems must be delivered to the

exhausted oil collecting centres.
CAP. 16 - DISPOSAL 74 / 75 ENGLISH

CLIMA-8500 EVO
CAP. 17 - SPARE PARTS

As far as the spare parts for the CLIMA-8500 EVO, are concerned,
please apply to your Agent for all of the necessary indications.
ITALIANO 75 / 75 CAP. 17 - SPARE PARTS

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CAP. 1 - INDEX 2 / 75 ENGLISH

ENGLISH 3 / 75 CAP. 1 - INDEX

CAP. 11 - A/C SYSTEM RECHARGE ...................................... 45

CAP. 1 - INDEX 4 / 75 ENGLISH

CAP. 2 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

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Products undergo constant control and improvement, hence we

2.2 MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION

CLIMA-8500 EVO is an equipment being manufactured by:

Brain Bee S.p.A.

2.3 TECHNICAL SERVICE CENTERS

As to the technical service centers for CLIMA-8500 EVO, please

The CLIMA-8500 EVO equipment has been manufactured in

It is prohibited to remove damage or tamper with the

ENGLISH 5 / 75 CAP. 2 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

CAP. 3 - INDEX 6 / 75 ENGLISH

3.1.2 Precautions For Operators Safety

• All the operators shall not be under the effect of tranquillizers,

ENGLISH 7 / 75 CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

If the vehicles are not correctly secured by means of mechanic

CAP. 3 - INDEX 8 / 75 ENGLISH

Engines, both working and in standstill, include moving parts (belts or

ENGLISH 9 / 75 CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION

RISK RELATING TO NOISE LEVEL

During measurements on the vehicle, noise levels can exceed 90dB.

CAP. 3 - INDEX 10 / 75 ENGLISH

RISK RELATING TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

Civil or industrial electric power distributions, as well as vehicles

ENGLISH 11 / 75 CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

3.2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TOOL

- Do not remove or make unreadable labels, signs and/or

- Do not disable the machine safety devices

- Use exclusively original fuses with the required ampere

- Non authorized personnel must not open the equipment.

CAP. 3 - INDEX 12 / 75 ENGLISH

3.3 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Pressure equipment undergoes checks before commissioning and

PERSONAL SAFETY: Use coolant R134a only. The

ENGLISH 13 / 75 CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

HOSES: Hoses may contain coolant under pressure.

Work away from open flames and hot surfaces; the

Avoid inhaling the system coolants and oils. The exposure

Be sure that the valves on the internal tank are closed.

For making the unit operate again follow the activation

CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS 14 / 75 ENGLISH

3.4 SAFETY DEVICES

CLIMA-8500 EVO is equipped with the following safety devices:

SAFETY PRESSURE SWITCH: it stops the compressor

OVERPRESSURE VALVES: they intervene when the

DISCONNECTING SWITCH: It allows the safety

ANY TAMPERING WITH THE ABOVE-MENTIONED

Should any of the above-mentioned safety rules not be observed,

ENGLISH 15 / 75 CAP. 3 - SAFETY CONDITIONS

CAP. 4 - MANUAL STRUCTURE AND

Carefully read this manual before starting the

• This manual is aimed at providing the user with all the

This manual is integral part of the equipment; the

• This manual shall accompany the equipment in case this is