Imperial B005YSYO7S Kwik-Coupler Adapters Owner’s Manual

Imperial B005YSYO7S Kwik-Coupler Adapters

Product Information

The product includes couplers, Kwik-CouplerTM adapters, and hose shut-off adapters. The Kwik-CouplerTM adapters convert conventional threaded connecting to push-pull operation, providing faster, easier, and positive sealing connections. The adapters automatically depress valve cores without adjustments or loss of refrigerant. The shut-off adapters feature an automatic shut-off valve that retains refrigerant pressure in a disconnected hose, preventing waste and hazardous high-pressure discharge.

Couplers

• Part No. 23-C: Straight 1/4 SAE Shut-Off Coupler
• Part No. 24-C: 90 Degree 1/4 SAE Shut-Off Coupler
• Part No. 25-K: Coupler Service Kit

Kwik-CouplerTM Adapters

• Part No. 18-C: Charging Hose Male Coupler Half
• Part No. 19-C: Automotive Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter for R-12
• Part No. 20-A: High Side Adapter

Kwik-CouplerTM Repair Kits

• KCK-M: Male Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter Repair Kit – Repairs 2 Male Couplers
• KCK-F: Female Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter Repair Kit – Repairs 5 Standard and 5 Automotive Female Couplers (Not for 26-C and 27-C)

Replacement Parts

• S8920069: Indentification Groove
• S8920071: Sleeve
• S8920072: Retainer
• S8920073: O-ring for 3/16 Coupler 1/4 SAE
• S8920074: Coupler Gasket
• S8920077: Lubricate O-ring (small)
• S8920082: Tapered Object
• S8920261: Female Coupler (3/16 high side automotive)
• S8920263: Lubricate O-ring (large)
• S5951125: Sealant

Product Usage Instructions

To connect the couplers and adapters, follow these steps:

Connecting Illustration:

1. Disconnect (Depress) the System Access Fitting.
2. Connect the Charging Hose Male Coupler Half to the Female Coupler Half.

Automotive Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter for R-12:

This adapter is used on 3/16 high side automotive access valves. Follow the same connecting illustration steps as mentioned above.

High Side Adapter
This adapter converts a 3/16 system access valve to a 1/4 access valve for use with standard 1/4 charging hose. Follow the same connecting illustration steps as mentioned above.

WARNING: Do not allow any refrigerant cylinder, connected for charging, to be exposed to system high side pressure cylinder – explosion could result!

Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter Repair Instructions:
Male Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter Repair Kit (KCK-M):

1. Remove the threaded sleeve on the end of the Kwik-CouplerTM adapter. A vise may be necessary for this step.
2. Replace the hex sleeve, spring, stem assembly, and sealant using the repair kit components.

Female Kwik-CouplerTM Adapter Repair Kit (KCK-F):

1. Insert a tapered object (pen or pencil) and press against the threaded retainer. Unscrew and remove the retainer, sleeve, and rubber seals.
2. Lubricate the new seals and reassemble the adapter. Tighten the retainer to zero clearance plus 1/8 turn.

Once the repair is complete, the Kwik-CouplerTM adapter is ready for use.

HOSE SHUT-OFF ADAPTERS
The Kwik-CouplerTM adapter set is intended for use with refrigeration and air- conditioning service hoses when connecting to core valve-type access fittings Conventional threaded connecting is converted to a push-pull operation which is faster, easier and positive sealing at all times. Valve cores are depressed automatically without adjustments or loss of refrigerant. Disconnecting is also accomplished without loss of refrigerant. An automatic shut-off valve retains refrigerant pressure in a disconnected hose. This feature permits transferring high-side hose refrigerant through the service manifold into the low side, thereby eliminating waste and hazardous high-pressure discharge and atmospheric damage

FEATURES

• Automatic full depression of core valves without adjustment, regardless of core position.
• Coupler halves separately connect to access fitting and hose end, then easy push/pull operation automatically opens or closes system without loss of refrigerant.
• Automatic shut-off of hose ends permits discharging high side hose through manifold into low side.
• Eliminates hazardous discharge of refrigerant and oil from system when disconnecting hose.
• Simplifies operation of charging critical amount of refrigerant into small systems.
• Prevents finger burn when disconnecting – especially servicing heat pumps in cold weather.
• Core depressors in hose ends no longer necessary – speeds servicing of systems with hand valves.

16-C

• Straight Coupler (45° Flare) 1/4” female x 1/4” male.

17-C 90˚

• Elbow Coupler (45° Flare) 1/4” female x 1/4” male.

18-C

• (Set) includes 16-C and 17-C.

26-C

• Straight Coupler (45° Flare) 5/16” female x 5/16” male.

27-C 90˚

• Elbow Coupler (45° Flare) 5/16” female x 5/16” male.
  26-C and 27-C. NOT UL APPROVED

AUTOMOTIVE KWIK-COUPLER™ ADAPTER FOR R-12

• 19-C (Set) Same as 18-C except with special female coupler for use on 3/16” high side automotive access valves.
• 20-A High side adapter. Converts 3/16” system access valve to 1/4” access valve for use with standard 1/4” charging hose.

WARNING : Do not allow any refrigerant cylinder, connected for charging, to be exposed to system high side pressure cylinder – explosion could result!

23-C & 24-C HI-DUTY® SHUT-OFF COUPLERS

• Coupler captures refrigerant within hose, eliminating refrigerant loss, atmospheric damage and finger burns.
• Connects quickly & easily to any standard 1/4” SAE refrigerant hose.
• Solid brass construction for years of dependable service.
• Innovative modular design permits easy field repairs.

SHUT-OFF COUPLERS

KWIK-COUPLER™ REPAIR KITS

The Kwik-Coupler™ adapter repair kit is intended for use with Imperial® brand 16-C, 17-C, 18-C, and 19-C Kwik-Coupler™ adapters and PolarShield® KC-Series hose. The male repair kit includes a threaded hex sleeve for replacement on straight coupler assemblies.

KCK-M Male Kwik-Coupler™ Adapter Repair Kit – Repairs 2 Male Couplers
Includes: Hex Sleeve (2), Spring (2), Stem Assembly (2), and Sealant

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove the threaded sleeve on end of the Kwik-Coupler™ adapter. A vise may be necessary to remove the old straight sleeve – the 90° has a screwdriver slot on the back for removal.
2. Discard old stem and spring.
3. Use a wire brush to clean sealant residue from disassembled parts.
4. Insert new stem and spring.
5. Apply one bead of thread sealant completely around the thread. Do not apply an excessive amount of sealant – this may damage O-ring seal and cause leakage. Assemble to length at right (Fig. 1 & 2). For the 90° style, engage threads until the bottom of the slot is even with the back of the coupler (Fig. 4).
6. Allow sealant to cure at least 30 minutes. The Kwik-Coupler™ adapter is now ready to use.

KCK-F Female Kwik-Coupler™ Adapter Repair Kit – Repairs 5 Standard and 5 Automotive Female Couplers (Not for 26-C and 27-C)
Includes: Retainer (2), Gasket (5), O-Ring (10) and O-Ring 3/16” for Automotive (5)
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

1. Insert tapered object (pen or pencil) and press against threaded retainer. Unscrew and remove retainer, sleeve and rubber seals.
2. Lubricate new seals and reassemble. Tighten retainer to zero clearance plus 1/8” turn. The Kwik-Coupler™ adapter is now ready for use.

KWIK-COUPLER™ ADAPTER REPLACEMENT PARTS

18-C, 19-C
KCK-F| Repair Kit For All Female Couplers|
KCK-M| Repair Kit For All Male Couplers|

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