I just got a New Robinair Vacuum Pump--what to use for Oil?

[Carrameow]

I just got a New Robinair Vacuum Pump--but the Vacuum Oil hasnt arrived yet , and wont do so for 4 more days.and I would like to do an AC Job tomorrow.. Can I use some other Oil fora one time use? I was wondering if I could use Air Compressor Oil--the reason I am in such a rush, is my system is losing pressure and needs the Suction Line changed immediately and I cant wait the 4 days for the oi--i am afraid of compressor damage....



I just got a New Robinair Vacuum Pump--what to use for Oil?

[nthach]

IIRC, they use some kind of Krytox oil made by DuPont. It's very hard to find, and VERY expensive.

[rolfe3]

You must use vacuum pump oil. Look in the yellow pages under HVAC supplies houses. Do you have a Johnstone Supply nearby?