
6. Each unit system has 2 Schrader-type ports, one low-side
Schrader fitting located on the suction line, and one
high-side Schrader fitting located on the compressor dis-
charge line. Be sure that caps on the ports are tight.
START-UP
Using the Start-Up Checklist supplied at the end of this book,
proceed as follows:
I. CHECK FOR REFRIGERANT LEAKS
Locate and repair refrigerant leaks and charge the unit as follows:
1. Use both high- and low-pressure ports to relieve system
pressure and reclaim remaining refrigerant.
2. Repair leak following accepted practices.
NOTE: Install a bi-flow filter drier whenever the system has been
opened for repair.
3. Check system for leaks using an approved method.
4. Evacuate refrigerant system and reclaim refrigerant if no
additional leaks are found.
5. Charge unit with R-410A refrigerant, using a volumetric-
charging cylinder or accurate scale. Refer to unit rating
plate for required charge.
II. START-UP ADJUSTMENTS
Complete the required procedures given in the Pre-Start-Up
section before starting the unit. Do not jumper any safety devices
when operating the unit. Do not operate the unit in Cooling mode
when the outdoor temperature is below 40°F (unless accessory
low-ambient kit is installed). Do not rapid-cycle the compressor.
Allow 5 min. between “on”cycles to prevent compressor damage.
A. CHECKING COOLING AND HEATING CONTROL OP-
ERATION
Start and check the unit for proper control operation as follows:
1. Place room thermostat SYSTEM switch or MODE control
in OFF position. Observe that blower motor starts when
FAN mode is placed in FAN ON position and shuts down
within 60 sec (030-060 size) or 30 sec (024 size) when FAN
MODE switch is placed in AUTO position.
2. Place system switch or MODE control in HEAT position.
Set control above room temperature. Observe that compres-
sor, outdoor fan, and indoor blower motors start. Observe
that heating cycle shuts down when control setting is
satisfied.
3. When using an automatic changeover room thermostat,
place both SYSTEM or MODE control and FAN mode
switches in AUTO positions. Observe that unit operates in
Cooling mode when temperature control is set to “call for
Cooling”(below room temperature), and unit operates in
Heating mode when temperature control is set to “call for
Heating”(above room temperature).
IMPORTANT: Three-phase, scroll compressors are direction
oriented. Unit must be checked to ensure proper compressor
3-phase power lead orientation. If not corrected within 5 minutes,
the internal protector will shut off the compressor. The 3-phase
power leads to the unit must be reversed to correct rotation. When
turning backwards, the difference between compressor suction and
discharge pressures may be dramatically lower than normal.
B. CHECKING AND ADJUSTING REFRIGERANT
CHARGE
The refrigerant system is fully charged with R-410A refrigerant
and is tested and factory sealed.
NOTE: Adjustment of the refrigerant charge is not required
unless the unit is suspected of not having the proper R-410A
charge. The charging label and the tables shown refer to system
temperatures and pressures in Cooling mode, only. A refrigerant
charging label is attached to the outside of the service access door.
If charge level is suspect in Heating mode, reclaim all refrigerant
and charge to nameplate amount. (This information may be
obtained from the physical data table also.) The charging label and
the tables shown refer to system temperatures and pressures in
Cooling mode only. A refrigerant charging label is attached to the
outside of the service access door. If charge level is suspect in
Heating mode, reclaim all refrigerant and charge to nameplate
amount. (This information may be obtained from the physical data
table also.)
IMPORTANT: When evaluating the refrigerant charge, an indi-
cated adjustment to the specified factory charge must always be
very minimal. If a substantial adjustment is indicated, an abnormal
condition exists somewhere in the cooling system, such as insuf-
ficient airflow across either coil or both coils.
C. REFRIGERANT CHARGE
The amount of refrigerant charge is listed on the unit nameplate
and/or the physical data table. Refer to the Refrigeration Service
Techniques Manual, Refrigerants Section.
D. NO CHARGE
Check for leak. Use standard evacuating techniques. After evacu-
ating system, weigh in the specified amount of refrigerant (refer to
system data plate).
E. LOW CHARGE COOLING
Use Cooling Charging Charts (Figs. 25-30). Vary refrigerant until
the conditions of the chart are met. Note that charging charts are
different from type normally used. Charts are based on charging
the units to correct superheat for the various operating conditions.
Accurate pressure gauge and temperature sensing devices are
required. Connect the pressure gauge to the service port on the
suction line. Mount the temperature sensing device on the suction
line and insulate it so that the outdoor ambient does not affect the
reading. Indoor air CFM must be within the normal operating
range of the unit.
F. TO USE COOLING CHARGING CHARTS
Take the outdoor ambient temperature and read the suction
pressure gauge. Refer to the chart to determine what the suction
temperature should be.
NOTE: If the problem causing the inaccurate readings is a
refrigerant leak, refer to Check for Refrigerant Leaks section.
G. INDOOR AIRFLOW AND AIRFLOW ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: For heating and cooling operation, the rec-
ommended airflow is 350 to 450 cfm for each 12,000
Btuh of rated cooling capacity. For units with optional
electric heat, the airflow must not be reduced below the
levels stated in Table 2.
Table 4 shows both heating and cooling airflows at various
external static pressures. Refer to these tables to determine the
airflow for the system being installed.
Fig. 21—Fan Blade Clearance
C99009
FAN GRILLE
MOTOR
1/8" MAX BETWEEN
MOTORAND FAN HUB MOTOR SHAFT
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