Danfoss MLM116 Instruction Manual

Danfoss Scroll for Refrigeration
MLM/MLZ116
50Hz - R404A - R22
Application guidelines
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Content
Single compressors .............................................................................................................4
Manifold compressors.......................................................................................................39
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Features................................................................................................................................ 6
Scroll compression principle .............................................................................................. 7
The scroll compression process.............................................................................................................................................................7
Compressor model designation ......................................................................................... 8
Nomenclature..............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Label................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Serial number...............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Technical specications ...................................................................................................... 9
50 Hz ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................ 10
MLM/MLZ116............................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Suction and discharge connections ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Electrical data, connections and wiring........................................................................... 12
Motor voltage ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Wiring connections................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
IP rating....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Terminal box temperature ................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Three phase electrical characteristics .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Suggested wiring diagrams logic...................................................................................................................................................... 15
Approvals and certications............................................................................................. 17
Internal free volume............................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Operating conditions ........................................................................................................ 18
Refrigerant and lubricants.................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Motor supply............................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Compressor ambient temperature ................................................................................................................................................... 19
Application envelope............................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Maximum discharge gas temperature ............................................................................................................................................ 21
High and low pressure protection..................................................................................................................................................... 22
On/o cycling (cycle rate limit) .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Defrost cycle.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
System design recommendations.................................................................................... 23
General........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Essential piping design considerations........................................................................................................................................... 23
Refrigerant charge limit ....................................................................................................................................................................... 24
O-cycle migration................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Liquid ood back..................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Specic application recommendations ........................................................................... 27
Low ambient application...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Scroll and reciprocating........................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Low load operations............................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Brazed plate heat exchangers............................................................................................................................................................. 28
Water utilising systems.......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Sound and vibration management.................................................................................. 29
Starting sound level................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Running sound level .............................................................................................................................................................................. 29
Stopping sound level............................................................................................................................................................................. 29
Sound generation in a refrigeration system.................................................................................................................................. 29
Compressor sound radiation............................................................................................................................................................... 29
Mechanical vibrations............................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Gas pulsation ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 30
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Installation ......................................................................................................................... 31
System cleanliness .................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Compressor handling and storage.................................................................................................................................................... 31
Compressor mounting .......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Compressor holding charge................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Tube brazing procedure........................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Brazing material....................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Vacuum evacuation and moisture removal................................................................................................................................... 33
Liquid line lter driers............................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Refrigerant charging .............................................................................................................................................................................. 34
Insulation resistance and dielectric strength................................................................................................................................ 34
Ordering information and packaging.............................................................................. 35
Packaging................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Packaging details..................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Industrial pack .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Spare parts & accessories.................................................................................................. 36
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Features
With its unique scroll design and manufacturing
process exibility, the new Danfoss scroll for
refrigeration, MLZ/MLM116 oers a highly
ecient solution for demanding refrigeration
applications.
This new medium-temperature scroll compressor
is designed for commercial refrigeration
applications and extends Danfoss’ refrigeration
compressors to 26.8 kW (15 HP) at common
voltage and with a common refrigerant
(R404A-R22).
Thanks to its dedicated refrigeration design, the
MLZ/MLM scroll compressor delivers a number
of powerful advantages. With its high-eciency
motor and optimized scroll design, it reduces
energy cost in normal operating conditions and
delivers high capacity and an optimized pressure
ratio for refrigeration applications.
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Scroll compression principle
Danfoss scroll compressors are manufactured
using the most advanced machining, assembly
and process control techniques. In the design
of both the compressor and the factory, very
high standards of reliability and process control
were rst priority. The result is a highly ecient
product with the highest reliability obtainable,
and a low sound level.
The entire scroll compression process is
illustrated below. The center of the orbiting scroll
traces a circular path around the center of the
xed scroll. This movement creates compression
pockets between the two scroll elements.
Low pressure suction gas is trapped within each
crescent-shaped pocket as it forms; continuous
motion of the orbiting scroll serves to seal the
pocket, which decreases in volume as the pocket
moves towards the center of the scroll set,
with a corresponding increase in gas pressure.
Maximum compression is achieved as the pocket
reaches the discharge port at the center.
Scroll compression is a continuous process: when
one pocket of gas is being compressed during
the second orbit, another gas quantity enters
a new pocket formed at the periphery and,
simultaneously, another is being discharged.
The scroll compression
process
SUCTION
COMPRESSION
DISCHARGE
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Compressor model designation
Label
Serial number
Nomenclature
Type FeaturesMotorSize
M LZ C 5T 4 B
116
Application
M: medium temperature refrigeration
Family, Refrigerant & lubricant
LZ: R404A, PVE lubricant (160HV)
LM: R22, mineral lubricant
Nominal capacity
In thousand Btu/h at 60 Hz,
ARI, MBP conditions
Model variation
T: design optimized for refrigeration
Motor protection
B: Electronic, 230 V
Tubing and electrical connections
C: brazed connections, screw terminals
Q: rotolock connections, screw terminals
Motor voltage code
4: 380-415 V/3 ph/50 Hz
Other features
Oil sight
glass
Oil equali-
zation Oil
drain
LP gauge
port Gas equali-
zation port
5
Threaded Schrader Schrader None
Threaded
A 1234567825
B
Plant assembly line code
Month code
Year code 8 digit serial number
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Technical specications
50 Hz
Model HP
Nominal
cooling capacity
Power
input
Eciency
Swept volume Displacement Oil charge Net weight
(with oil)
COP EER
WBtu/h kW W/W Btu/h/W cm3/rev m3/h Litres kg
MLM116 15 24451 83427 10789 2.27 7.73 249.9 43.5 6.7 100
ML Z116 15 26865 91664 12127 2.22 7. 56 249.9 43.5 6.7 100
Note: EN12900 conditions: To= -10°C, Tc= 45°C, RGT= 20°C, SC= 0K
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Dimensions
MLM/MLZ116
Grommet
All dimensions in mm
Terminal box
Refer to section “Ordering information and packaging” for overview of shipped mounting accessories
Ø 266
Ø 257.4
Discharge
1"1/8
Suction
1"5/8
652 617 188
214
301.5
531±1.2
92.5
76.6
Ø 318
4x Ø 19.43
(29.5)/Without compression
(28.0)/With compression
Oil sight glass
345
195
171
428
212
371
304.8
181
279.4
60°
90°
90°
30°
Discharge
1"1/8
Ø 266
Ø 257.4
Suction
1"5/8
188
617
652
214
301.5
76.6
Ø 318
(29.5)/Without compression
(28.0)/With compression
531±1.2
345
279.4
183
157
4x Ø 19.43
30°
428
212
90°
371
304.8
60°
181
Black Blue Brown
Faston 1/4" tabs
Power supply
Sump heater
Module
power supply
M1-M2
control circuit
HM 8 bolt
Lock washer
Flat washer
Steel mounting sleeve
Rubber grommet
Nut
28 mm
Compressor
base plate
Rotolock connection-MLZ/MLM116 T4QC5Brazed connection-MLZ/MLM116 T4BC5
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Dimensions
MLZ/MLM scroll compressors could deliver
either braze connection or rotolock connections.
Dedicated Rotolock adaptors and adaptor sets
are available as accessories.
Suction and discharge
connections
Compressor models
Brazed version Rotolock version
Connection size
Rotolock adaptor set
(Adaptor, Gasket, Sleeve, Nut) Rotolock adaptor (Adaptor only)
Rotolock Solder sleeve ODF Code Number Code Number
MLM/MLZ116
Suction 1"5/8 2"1/4 1”5/8
7765028
120Z0432
Discharge 1"1/8 1"3/4 1"1/8 120Z0364
    
Connection details
MLM/MLZ116
Suction and discharge connections Brazed / Rotolock
Oil sight glass Threaded
Oil equalization connection Rotolock 2"1/4
Oil drain connection 1/4’’ are
Low pressure gauge port (Schrader) 1/4’’ are
Oil drain connection
Oil sight glass Danfoss MLZ/MLM116 scroll compressors come
equipped with a sight glass (1"1/8 - 18 UNF)
which may be used to determine the amount and
condition of the oil contained within the sump.
The oil ll connection and gauge port is a 1/4"
male are connector incorporating a Schrader
valve.
MLM/MLZ116: 2”1/4 Rotolock connector allowing
the use of 2”1/4 - 1”3/8. This connection must be
used to mount an oil equalization line when two
compressors are mounted in parallel.
The oil drain connection allows oil to be
removed from the sump for changing, testing,
etc. The tting contains an extension tube into
the oil sump to more eectively remove the
oil. The connection is a female 1/4" are tting
incorporating a Schrader valve and is mounted
on MLM/MLZ116 models.
Schrader
Oil equalization connection
Oil ll
connection
and gauge port
Oil drain
connection
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Electrical data, connections and wiring
MLZ/MLZ116 compressors are available only in code 4.Motor voltage
The compressor terminal box according to IEC529 is IP54 for all models when correctly sized IP54 rated
cable glands are used.
First numeral, level of protection against contact and foreign objects
5- Dust protected
Second numeral, level of protection against water
4- Protection against water splashing
The temperature inside the terminal box may not
exceed 70°C. Consequently, if the compressor
is installed in an enclosure, precautions must
be taken to avoid the temperature around the
compressor and in the terminal box from rising
too much. The installation of ventilation on the
enclosure panels may be necessary. If not, the
electronic protection module may not operate
properly. Any compressor damage related to this
will not be covered by the Danfoss warranty. In
the same manner, cables must be selected in a
way to ensure that terminal box temperature
does not exceed 70°C.
IP rating
Terminal box
temperature
Electrical power is connected to the compressor
terminals by Ø 4.8 mm (3/16”) screws.
The maximum tightening torque is 3 Nm. Use a
1/4’’ring terminal on the power leads.
Wiring connections
Motor voltage
code 4
Nominal voltage 50 Hz 380-415 - 3ph
Voltage range 50 Hz 340-457 V
The terminal box is provided with 2 triple
knockouts and 1 single knockout for power
supply and 4 double knockouts for the safety
control circuit.
The 3 power supply knockouts accommodate the
following diameters:
• Ø 50.8 mm (UL 1"1/2 conduit) and Ø 43.7
mm (UL 1"1/4 conduit) and Ø 34.5 mm (UL 1"
conduit)
• Ø 40.5 mm (ISO40) and Ø 32.2 mm (ISO32) and
Ø 25.5 mm (ISO25)
• Ø 25.5 mm (ISO25)
The 4 others knockouts are as follows:
• Ø 22.5 mm (PG16) (UL 1/2") and Ø 16.5 mm
(ISO16) (x2)
• 20.7 mm (ISO20 or PG13.5) (x2)
MLM/MLZ116
Black Blue Brown
Faston 1/4" tabs
Power supply
Sump heater
Module
power supply
M1-M2
control circuit
The motor protection module comes preinstalled
within the terminal box. Phase sequence
protection connections and thermistor
connections are pre-wired. The module must be
connected to a power supply of the appropriate
voltage. The module terminals are 6.3 mm size
Faston type.
LNS1 S2 M1 M2
L1 L2 L3
Black Blue Brown
Phase sequence input
Internal control contact
Safety
circuit
Thermistor
connection
Module power
L
N
M
1
M2
Note: please make sure M1/M2 is connected to OEM controller
and L/N is connected to outside power supply, otherwise, there
will be no motor protection.
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Electrical data, connections and wiring
Three phase electrical
characteristics Compressor model LRA MCC Max. operating current Winding resistance
A A A Ω
Motor voltage code 4
380-415 V/3 ph/50 Hz MLZ/MLM116 175 39 35 0.914
Locked Rotor Amp value is the higher average
current as measured on mechanically blocked
compressor tested under nominal voltage. The
LRA value can be used as rough estimation for
the starting current. However in most cases, the
real starting current will be lower. A soft starter
can be applied to reduce starting current.
LRA (Locked rotor amp)
The MCC is the current at which the motor
protection trips under maximum load and
low voltage conditions. This MCC value is the
maximum at which the compressor can be
operated in transient conditions and out of
the application envelope. Above this value, the
electronic module will cut out the compressor to
protect the motor.
MCC (Maximum continuous
current)
The max. operating current is the current when
the compressor operates at maximum load
conditions and 10% below nominal voltage.
Max Oper. A can be used to select cables and
contactors.
In normal operation, the compressor current
consumption is always less than the Max Oper. A.
value.
Max. operating current
Winding resistance is the resistance between
phases at 25°C (resistance value +/- 7%).
Winding resistance is generally low and it
requires adapted tools for precise measurement.
Use a digital ohm meter, a "4 wires" method and
measure under stabilized ambient temperature.
Winding resistance varies strongly with winding
temperature. If the compressor is stabilized
at a dierent value than 25°C, the measured
resistance must be corrected using following
formula:
a + tamb
Rtamb = R25°C _______
a + t25°C
t25°C : reference temperature = 25°C
tamb: temperature during measurement (°C)
R25°C: winding resistance at 25°C
Ramb: winding resistance at tamb
Coecient a = 234.5
Winding resistance
The inrush current for the Danfoss MLM/MLM116
compressors with motor code 4
380-415 V/3 ph/50 Hz can be reduced using
the Danfoss soft starter. MCI soft starters are
designed to reduce the starting current of
3-phase AC motors; they can reduce the inrush
current by up to 40%, thereby eliminating the
detrimental eects of high-starting torque surges
and costly demand charges from the resultant
current spike.
Danfoss MCI soft-start
controller
Upon starting, the controller gradually increases
the voltage supplied to the motor until full-line
voltage has been reached.
For MCI50M, all settings such as initial torque,
ramp-up time (less than 0.5sec) and ramp-
down time are preset and do not require any
modication.
Initial torque
ramp-up
ramp-down
Time
U
Compressor model Soft start reference
Ambient max. 40°C Soft start reference Ambient max. 55°C
MLM/MLZ116 MCI50CM MCI50CM *
* by-pass contactor K1 is required
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Electrical data, connections and wiring
When the control voltage is applied to A1 -
A2, the MCI soft starter will start the motor,
according to the settings of the ramp-up time
and initial torque adjustments. When the control
voltage is switched o, the motor will switch o
instantaneously.
Input controlled soft start
By means of the built-in auxiliary contact (23-24)
the by pass function is easily achieved, see wiring
diagram opposite.
No heat is generated from the MCI. As the
contactor always switches in no-load condition
it can be selected on the basis of the thermal
current (AC-1).
MCI with by pass contactor
General wiring
information
The wiring diagrams below are examples for
safe and reliable compressor wiring. In case an
alternative wiring logic is chosen, it is imperative
to respect the following rules:
When a safety switch trips, the compressor must
stop immediately and must not re-start until
the tripping condition is back to normal and
the safety switch is closed again. This applies to
the LP safety switch, the HP safety switch, the
discharge gas thermostat and the motor safety
thermostat.
In specic situations, such as winter start
operation, an eventual LP control for pump-
down cycles may be temporarily bypassed to
allow the system to build pressure. But it remains
mandatory for compressor protection to apply an
LP safety switch. The LP safety switch must never
be bypassed.
Pressure settings for the LP and HP safety switch
and pump-down listed in table from section "Low
pressure".
When ever possible (i.e. PLC control), it is
recommended to limit the possibilities of
compressor auto restart to less than 3 to 5 times
during a period of 12 hours when caused by
motor protection or LP safety switch tripping.
This control must be managed as a manual reset
device.
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Electrical data, connections and wiring
Fuses ..................................................................................................F1
Compressor contactor................................................................. KM
Control relay ................................................................................... KA
Safety lock out relay.......................................................................KS
Optional short cycle timer (3 mins) ......................................180 s
External overload protection.......................................................F2
Pump-down pressure switch .......................................................LP
High-pressure safety switch........................................................HP
Control device.................................................................................TH
Liquid line solenoid valve ........................................................ LLSV
Discharge gas thermostat/thermistor...................................DGT
Fused disconnect ...........................................................................Q1
Motor safety thermostat............................................................thM
Compressor motor ..........................................................................M
Motor protection module........................................................MPM
Thermistor chain...............................................................................S
Safety pressure switch.................................................................LPS
Legend
MLM/MLZ116
A1
A3
A2
MPM
S
LPS
Wiring diagram with pump-down cycle
LP
A1
A3
A2
MPM
S
KS
Wiring diagram without pump-down cycle
LPS
Suggested wiring diagrams logic
Motor protection
Compressor model Overheating
protection
Over current
protection
Locked rotor
protection Phase reversal protection
MLM/MLZ116 Electronic module located in terminal box

Compressor models MLM/MLZ116 are delivered
with a pre-installed motor protection module
inside the terminal box. This device provides
for ecient and reliable protection against
overheating/overloading/phase loss/reversal.
The motor protector comprises a control module
and PTC sensors embedded in the motor
winding. The close contact between thermistors
and windings ensures a very low level of thermal
inertia.
The motor temperature is being constantly
measured by a PTC thermistor loop connected
on S1-S2. If any thermistor exceeds its response
temperature, its resistance increases above the
trip level (4,500 Ω) and the output relay then
trips – i.e. contacts M1-M2 are open. After cooling
to below the response temperature (resistance
<2,750Ω), a 5-minute time delay is activated.
After this delay has elapsed, the relay is once
again pulled in – i.e. contacts M1-M2 are closed.
The time delay may be cancelled by means
of resetting the mains (L-N -disconnect) for
approximately 5 sec.
A red/green twin LED is visible on the module. A
solid green LED denotes a fault-free condition.
A blinking red LED indicates an identiable fault
condition:
PTC overheat
Appr. 1 second
Delay timer active (after PTC over temp.)
Appr. 1 second
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Use a phase meter to establish the phase
orders and connect line phases L1, L2 and L3
to terminals T1, T2 and T3, respectively. The
compressor will only operate properly in a single
direction, and the motor is wound so that if the
connections are correct, the rotation will also be
correct.
Phase sequence and reverse
rotation protection
The lockout may be cancelled by resetting the
power mains (disconnect L-N) for approximately
5 seconds.
Compressor models MLM/MLZ116 are delivered
with an electronic module which provides
protection against phase reversal and phase
loss at start-up. Apply the recommended wiring
diagrams from section "Suggested wiring
diagram logic". The circuit should be thoroughly
checked in order to determine the cause of the
phase problem before re energizing the control
circuit.
The phase sequencing and phase loss monitoring
functions are active during a 5-sec window 1
second after compressor start-up (power on
L1-L2-L3).
Compressor
start
Phase monitoring
0 1 s 6 s
Phase sequence module logic
Should one of these parameters be incorrect, the
relay would lock out (contact M1-M2 open). The
red led on the module will show the following
blink code:
In case of phase reverse error:
Appr. 1 second
In case of phase loss error:
Appr. 1 second
Vavg = Mean voltage of phases 1, 2, 3.
V1-2 = Voltage between phases 1 and 2.
V1-3 = Voltage between phases 1 and 3.
V2-3 = Voltage between phases 2 and 3.
| Vavg - V1-2 | + | Vavg - V1-3 | + | Vavg - V2-3 |
2 x Vavg
% voltage
imbalance = x 100
The operating voltage limits are shown in the
table section "Motor voltage". The voltage applied
to the motor terminals must lie within these
table limits during both start-up and normal
operations. The maximum allowable voltage
imbalance is 2%. Voltage imbalance causes high
amperage over one or several phases, which in
turn leads to overheating and possible motor
damage. Voltage imbalance is given by the
formula:
Voltage imbalance
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Approvals and certications
Internal free volume Products Internal free volume at LP side without oil (liter) Internal free volume at LP side with oil (liter)
MLM/MLZ116 28.8 22.1
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Operating conditions
The scroll compressor application range is
inuenced by several parameters which need to
be monitored for a safe and reliable operation.
These parameters and the main
recommendations for good practice and safety
devices are explained hereunder.
• Refrigerant and lubricants
• Motor supply
• Compressor ambient temperature
• Application envelope (evaporating
temperature, condensing temperature, return
gas temperature)
General information
Refrigerant and
lubricants
When choosing a refrigerant, dierent aspects
must be taken into consideration:
• Legislation (now and in the future)
• Safety
• Application envelope in relation to expected
running conditions
• Compressor capacity and eciency
• Compressor manufacturer recommendations &
guidelines
Additional points could inuence the nal choice:
• Environmental considerations
• Standardization of refrigerants and lubricants
• Refrigerant cost
• Refrigerant availability
R22 R22 is an HCFC refrigerant and is still a wide
use today. It has a low ODP (Ozone depletion
potential) and therefore it will be phased out in
the future. Check local legislation.
When R22 is applied in refrigeration applications
it can lead to high discharge temperature.
Carefully check all other parameters that can
inuence the discharge temperature.
R404A
PVE
R404A is an HFC refrigerant. R404A has zero
ozone depletion potential (ODP = 0). R404A
is especially suitable for low evaporating
temperature applications but it can also be
applied to medium evaporating temperature
applications. R404A is a mixture and has a very
small temperature glide, and therefore must
be charged in its liquid phase, but for most
other aspects this small glide can be neglected.
Because of the small glide, R404A is often called a
near-azeotropic mixture.
Polyvinyl ether (PVE) is an innovative refrigeration
lubricant for HFC refrigerant systems. PVE is as
hygroscopic as existing polyolester lubricants
(POE), but PVE doesn’t chemically react with
water; no acids are formed and compressor
evacuation is easier.
The compressor technology applied in MLZ
compressors in combination with PVE lubricant
provides the best possible result in terms of
reliability and compressor lifetime.
Mineral oil Mineral oil can be applied in system using HCFC
refrigerant because it has a good miscibility
with HCFC and oil that leave the compressor
with refrigerant may not be trapped in lines or
exchangers. The chlorine contained in HCFCs
improves lubricity in bearings used with mineral
oil. Mineral oil has a very low hygroscopicity but
may chemically react with water and form acids.
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Operating conditions
Motor supply MLZ/MLM scroll compressors can be operated at
nominal voltages as indicated in the table in the
section “Motor voltage”. Under-voltage and over-
voltage operation is allowed within the indicated
voltage ranges. In case of risk of under-voltage
operation, special attention must be paid to
current draw.
The operating envelopes for MLZ/MLM scroll
compressors are given in the gures below,
where the condensing and evaporating
temperatures represent the range for steady-
state operation. Under transient conditions, such
as start-up and defrost, the compressor may
operate outside this envelope for short periods.
The gures below show the operating envelopes
for MLZ/MLM compressors with refrigerants
R404A and R22. The operating limits serve
to dene the envelope within which reliable
operations of the compressor are guaranteed:
• Maximum discharge gas temperature: +135°C.
• Minimum suction superheat should be above
5 K due to the risk of liquid ood-back.
• Attention to suction line insulation to reduce
unuseful superheat.
• Minimum and maximum evaporating and
condensing temperatures as per the operating
envelopes.
MLZ/MLM compressors can be applied from
-35°C to 55°C ambient temperature. The
compressors are designed as 100% suction gas
cooled without need for additional fan cooling.
Ambient temperature has very little eect on the
compressor performance.
In case of enclosed tting and high ambient
temperature it’s recommend to check the
temperature of power wires and conformity to
their insulation specication.
In case of safe tripping by the internal
compressor overload protection the compressor
must cool down to about 60°C before the
overload will reset. A high ambient temperature
can strongly delay this cool-down process.
Although the compressor itself can withstand
low ambient temperature, the system may
require specic design features to ensure safe
and reliable operation. See section ‘Specic
application recommendations’.
Application envelope
Compressor ambient
temperature
High ambient temperature
Low ambient temperature
MLZ116 - R404A
RGT: +20°C
Superheat: 10 K
Condensing temperature (°C)
Evaporating temperature (°C)
-35 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
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19FRCC.PC.035.A5.02
Application Guidelines Single compressors

Operating conditions
RGT: 20°C
Superheat: 10 K
MLM 116 - R22
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20 FRCC.PC.035.A5.02
Application Guidelines Single compressors