An A/C vacuum pump is a device that removes air and moisture from an air conditioning system. This is important because air and moisture can cause the system to work less efficiently and can even lead to damage. Vacuuming the system removes these contaminants and helps to ensure that the system operates at peak performance.
A/C vacuum pumps are typically used by HVAC technicians when installing or servicing air conditioning systems. The process of vacuuming the system typically involves connecting the pump to the system’s refrigerant lines and then running the pump until the system reaches a specified vacuum level. Once the vacuum level is reached, the technician will typically close the refrigerant lines and disconnect the pump.