Nortek T4BD Series User manual
SPLIT SYSTEM HEAT PUMP
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT DESTROY. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
IMPORTANT
ATTENTION INSTALLERS:
Itisyourresponsibilitytoknowthisproductbetterthanyour customer.Thisincludesbeingable to install the product
according to strict safety guidelines and instructing the customer on how to operate and maintain the equipment for
the life of the product. Safety should always be the deciding factor when installing this product and using common
sense plays an important role as well. Pay attention to all safety warnings and any other special notes highlighted
in the manual. Improper installation of the furnace or failure to follow safety warnings could result in serious injury,
death, or property damage.
These instructions are primarily intended to assist qualified individuals experienced in the proper installation of
this appliance. Some local codes require licensed installation/service personnel for this type of equipment. Please
read all instructions carefully before starting the installation. Return these instructions to the customer’s package
for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .................2
HEAT PUMP INSTALLATION................................3
General Information.......................................................3
BeforeYou Install this Unit .............................................3
Locating the Heat Pump ................................................3
Packaging Removal .......................................................3
Ground Level..................................................................3
Rooftop ..........................................................................3
Connecting Refrigerant Tubing Between the
Indoor & Outdoor Unit....................................................4
ELECTRICALWIRING...........................................4
Pre - Electrical Checklist................................................4
Line Voltage ...................................................................4
Comfort AlertTM Diagnostics Module..............................5
24VAC Power Wiring...........................................5
Thermostat Demand Wiring................................5
Interpreting the Diagnostic LED’s .......................5
LED Description..................................................5
BlowerTime Delay Relay...............................................6
Thermostat / Low Voltage Connections .........................6
Reverse Rotation Verification.........................................6
Unbalanced 3-Phase Supply Voltage.............................7
Grounding......................................................................7
STARTUP & ADJUSTMENTS ...............................7
Pre - Start Checklist.......................................................7
Start-up Procedures.......................................................7
Air Circulation - Indoor Blower.......................................7
Short Cycle Protection Cooling......................................8
System Cooling..............................................................8
System Heating..............................................................8
Defrost Cycle Timer .......................................................8
Defrost Control Board....................................................8
Operational Information ......................................8
Normal Defrost Operation...................................8
Defrost Test Procedure .......................................9
Anti Short Cycle Timer Test............................................9
Refrigerant Charging......................................................9
Charging the Unit in AC Mode with
Outdoor Temperatures Above 55° F...............................9
T4BD - 018, 024, 030, 036, 042, 048, & 060 (1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, & 5Ton) Series
13 SEER, SINGLE & 3-PHASE MODELS
HEAT PUMP MAINTENANCE...............................9
COMPONENT FUNCTIONS................................ 10
CHARGINGTABLES - COOLING MODE ........... 10
Table 3. Charging Table for 1.5 Ton Units.......... 11
Table 4. Charging Table for 2 Ton Units............. 11
Table 5. Charging Table for 2.5 Ton Units.......... 11
Table 6. Charging Table for 3 Ton Units............. 12
Table 7. Charging Table for 3.5 Ton Units.......... 12
Table 8. Charging Table for 4 Ton Units............. 12
Table 9. Charging Table for 5 Ton Units............. 13
CHARGING CHARTS - COOLING MODE.......... 13
Figure 4. Charging Chart for 1.5 Ton Units........ 13
Figure 5. Charging Chart for 2 Ton Units........... 14
Figure 6. Charging Chart for 2.5 Ton Units........ 14
Figure 7. Charging Chart for 3 Ton Units........... 15
Figure 8. Charging Chart for 3.5 Ton Units........ 15
Figure 9. Charging Chart for 4 Ton Units........... 16
Figure 10. Charging Chart for 5 Ton Units......... 16
CHARGINGTABLES - HEATING MODE ............ 17
Table 10. Charging Table for 1.5 Ton Units........ 18
Table 11. Charging Table for 2 Ton Units........... 18
Table 12. Charging Table for 2.5 Ton Units........ 18
Table 13. Charging Table for 3 Ton Units........... 19
Table 14. Charging Table for 3.5 Ton Units........ 19
Table 15. Charging Table for 4 Ton Units........... 19
Table 16. Charging Table for 5 Ton Units........... 20
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS &TABLES................ 21
Figure 11.W.D., Single Phase .......................... 21
Figure 12.W.D., Single Ph.w/ Comfort Alert..... 22
Figure 13.W.D., 3-Phase, (208/230V)............... 23
Figure 14.W.D., 3-Phase, (460V)...................... 24
Table 17. Comfort Alert LED Diagnostics.......... 25
Table 18. Module Wiring Troubleshooting.......... 26
INSTALL. / PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST......... 28
REPLACEMENT PARTS...................................... 28
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WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR EXPLOSION
HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury or property damage.
Improper servicing could result in dangerous
operation, serious injury, death or property
damage.
power to the indoor blower.
to disconnecting. Reconnect wires correctly.
WARNING:
T4BD Split System Heat Pumps are shipped
charged with R410A refrigerant and ready
for installation. If repairs make it necessary
for evacuation and charging, it should only
be attempted by qualified trained personnel
thoroughly familiar with this equipment. Under
no circumstances should the owner attempt to
install and/or service this equipment.Failure to
complywiththiswarningcouldresultinproperty
damage, personal injury, or death.
CAUTION:
This unit uses R-410A refrigerant. DO NOT use any
otherrefrigerantinthisunit.Useofanotherrefrigerant
will damage the unit.
WARNING:
The information listed below and the next page
mustbefollowedduringtheinstallation,service,
and operation of this furnace. Failure to follow
safetyrecommendationscouldresultinpossible
damage to the equipment, serious personal
injury or death.
• The installer must comply with all local codes and
regulations which govern the installation of this type
of equipment. Local codes and regulations take
precedence over any recommendations contained in
these instructions. Consult local building codes and
the National Electrical Code (ANSI CI) for special
installation requirements.
• Allelectricalwiringmustbecompletedinaccordance
with local, state and national codes and regulations
and with the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70)
or in Canada the Canadian Electric Code Part 1 CSA
C.22.1.
• Thisequipmentcontainsliquidandgaseousrefrigerant
underhighpressure.DONOTUSEANYPORTIONOF
THE CHARGE FOR PURGING OR LEAKTESTING.
Installation or servicing should only be performed by
qualifiedtrainedpersonnelthoroughlyfamiliarwiththis
type equipment.
• Fullyannealed,refrigerantgradecoppertubingshould
beusedwheninstallingthesystem.Refrigerantsuction
line tubing should be fully insulated.
• Thisunitisdesignedforoutdoorinstallationsonlyand
should be positioned as described on page 3.
WARNING:
Unless noted otherwise in these instructions, only
factory authorized parts or accessory kits may be
usedwiththisproduct.Improperinstallation,service,
adjustment, or maintenance may cause explosion,
fire, electrical shock or other hazardous conditions
which may result in personal injury or property
damage.
• Installation of equipment may require brazing
operations. Installer must comply with safety codes
andwearappropriatesafetyequipment(safetyglasses,
work gloves, fire extinguisher, etc.) when performing
brazingoperations.
• Followall precautionsinthe literature,ontags,and
on labels provided with the equipment. Read and
thoroughly understand the instructions provided with
the equipment prior to performing the installation and
operational checkout of the equipment.
• Usecautionwhenhandlingthisapplianceorremoving
components. Personal injury can occur from sharp
metal edges present in all sheet metal constructed
equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
INSTALLER:Pleasereadallinstructionsbeforeservicing
this equipment. Pay attention to all safety warnings and
any other special notes highlighted in the manual.Safety
markings are used frequently throughout this manual to
designateadegreeorlevelofseriousnessandshouldnot
be ignored.WARNINGindicatesapotentiallyhazardous
situationthatifnotavoided,couldresultinpersonalinjury
or death. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situationthatifnotavoided,mayresultinminorormoderate
injury or property damage.
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HEAT PUMP INSTALLATION
General Information
Split system heat pumps are designed only for outdoor
rooftop or ground level installations. This unit has been
tested for capacity and efficiency in accordance with
AHRI Standards and will provide many years of safe
and dependable comfort, providing it is properly installed
and maintained. Abuse, improper use, and/or improper
maintenance can shorten the life of the appliance and
createunsafehazards.
Toachieveoptimumperformanceandminimizeequipment
failure, it is recommended that periodic maintenance be
performed on this unit. The ability to properly perform
maintenance on this equipment requires certain
mechanical skills and tools.
BeforeYou Install the Heat Pump
√Thecoolingload of theareato beconditionedmust be
calculatedandasystemofthepropercapacityselected.
It is recommended that the area to be conditioned be
completely insulated and vapor sealed.
√Checktheelectricalsupplyandverifythepowersupply
isadequateforunitoperation.Thesystemmustbewired
andprovidedwithcircuitprotectionin accordancewith
localbuildingcodes.Ifthereisanyquestionconcerning
the power supply, contact the local power company.
√Theindoorsection(airhandler,furnace,etc)shouldbe
installed before routing the refrigerant tubing.Refer to
theindoorunit'sinstallation instructionsforinstallation
details.
√Allunitsaresecurelypackedatthetimeofshipmentand
upon arrival should be carefully inspected for damage
prior to installing the equipment at the job site.Verify
coil fins are straight.If necessary, comb fins to remove
flattened or bent fins.Claims for damage (apparent or
concealed)shouldbefiledimmediatelywiththecarrier.
√Pleaseconsultyourdealerformaintenanceinformation
and availability of maintenance contracts.Please read
all instructions before installing the unit.
Locating the Heat Pump
• Surveythejobsitetodeterminethebestlocationfor
mounting the outdoor unit.
• Overhead obstructions (Figure 1), poorly ventilated
areas, and areas subject to accumulation of debris
should be avoided.
• Sufcientclearanceforunobstructedairowthroughthe
outdoorcoilmustbemaintainedinordertoachieverated
performance.See Figure 1 for minimum clearances to
obstructions.
• Considerationshouldbegiventoavailabilityofelectric
power, service access, noise, and shade.
Packaging Removal
To prevent damage to the tubing onnections, carefully
removethecartonanduser’smanualfromtheequipment.
Discard the shipping carton.
Ground Level
Ground level installations must be located according to
localbuildingcodesorordinancesandtheserequirements:
• Clearancesmustbeinaccordancewiththoseshown
in Figure 1.
• A suitable mounting pad must be provided and be
separate from the building foundation. The pad must
belevelandstrongenoughtosupporttheunit’sweight.
The slab height must be a minimum of 2”(5 cm) above
grade and with adequate drainage.See Figure 1.
Rooftop
• The method of mounting should be designed so that it
does not overload roof structures or transmit noise to
theinteriorofthestructure.Theroofmustbestructurally
capable of handling the weight of the unit.
• Full perimeter support is required under the unit.
Support must be made of weather resistant materials
and installed prior to unit installation.
• Thesupportmustbebuilttoraisetheunit6"abovethe
roof.
Figure 1. Clearance Requirements
2” Mounting Pad
48”
24" for
Service Access
12" or 18”
See Note
12" or 18”
See Note
DO NOT
OBSTRUCT
TOP OF UNIT
NOTE: Units require full perimeter clearances.
Installer must maintain 18” between two units
or 12” between single unit and structure.
6” from Building
or Structure
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Connecting Refrigerant Tubing Between
the Indoor & Outdoor Unit
CAUTION:
When servicing, cover or seal openings to
minimizetheexposureoftherefrigerantsystem
to air to prevent accumulation of moisture and
other contaminants.
After outdoor and indoor unit placement has been
determined, route refrigerant tubing between the
equipmentinaccordancewithsoundinstallationpractices.
• When connecting refrigerant linesets together, it is
recommendedthatdrynitrogenbeflowingthroughthe
jointsduringbrazing.Thiswillpreventinternaloxidation
and scaling from occurring.
• Refrigeranttubingshouldberoutedinamannerthat
minimizesthelengthoftubingandthenumberofbends
in the tubing.
• Refrigeranttubingshouldbesupportedinamanner
thatthetubing will notvibrateor abradeduring system
operation.
• Tubingshouldbekeptcleanofforeigndebrisduring
installation.
• Everyeffortshouldbemadebytheinstallertoensure
thatthefieldinstalledrefrigerantcontainingcomponents
of the system have been installed in accordance with
these instructions and sound installation practices to
insure reliable system operation and longevity.
• The maximum recommended interconnecting
refrigerantlinelengthis75feet,andtheverticalelevation
difference between the indoor and outdoor sections
should not exceed 20 feet.
• If precise forming of refrigerant lines is required, a
copper tubing bender is recommended. Avoid sharp
bends and contact of the refrigerant lines with metal
surfaces.
• A lter dryer is provided with the unit and must be
installedintheliquidlineofthesystem.Iftheinstallation
replaces a system with a filter dryer already present
ELECTRICALWIRING
WARNING:
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal
injury, or death, disconnect all electrical power
to the unit before performing any maintenance
or service. The unit may have more than one
electrical supply.
Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing the unit. Wiring errors can cause
improper and dangerous operation
• Allelectricalconnectionsmustbeincompliancewith
allapplicablelocalcodesandordinances,andwiththe
current revision of the National Electric Code (ANSI/
NFPA 70).
• ForCanadianinstallationstheelectricalconnections
andgroundingshall comply with thecurrentCanadian
Electrical Code (CSA C22.1 and/or local codes).
Pre-Electrical Checklist
√Verify that the voltage, frequency, and phase of the
supply source match the specifications on the unit
rating plate.
√Verifythattheserviceprovidedbytheutilityissufficient
tohandletheadditionalloadimposedbythisequipment.
Refer to the unit wiring label for proper high and low
voltage wiring.
√Verify factory wiring is in accordance with the unit
wiring diagram (Figures 11-14, pages 21-24).Inspect
for loose connections.
√Phase balance on 3 phase units must always be
checked. See Unbalanced 3-Phase Supply Voltage
section (page 7).
• Awiringdiagramislocatedontheinsidecoverofthe
electrical box of the outdoor unit.The installer should
becomefamiliarwiththewiringdiagrambeforemaking
any electrical connections to the outdoor unit.
• An electrical disconnect must be located within
sight of and readily accessible to the unit. This
switch shallbecapable of electrically de-energizing
the outdoor unit.
• Line voltage to the unit should be supplied from a
dedicated branch circuit containing the correct fuse
or circuit breaker for the unit. Incoming field wiring
andminimumsizeofelectricalconductorsandcircuit
protectionmustbeincompliancewithinformationlisted
COPPERWIRE SIZE — AWG
SupplyWire Length-Feet Supply Circuit
Ampacity
200 150 100 50
6 8 10 14 15
4 6 8 12 20
4 6 8 10 25
4 4 6 10 30
3 4 6 8 35
3 4 6 8 40
2 3 4 6 45
2 3 4 6 50
2 3 4 6 55
1 2 3 4 60
WireSizebasedonN.E.C.for60°typecopperconductors.
Table 1. Copper Wire Size
in the liquid line, the filter dryer must be replaced with
the one supplied with the unit.The filter dryer must be
installed in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s
installation instructions.
• Optionalequipmentsuchasliquidlinesolenoidvalves,
lowambient,etc.,shouldbeinstalledinstrictaccordance
with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
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ontheoutdoorunitdatalabel.Anyotherwiringmethods
must be acceptable to authority having jurisdiction.
• Theoutdoorunitrequiresbothpowerandcontrolcircuit
electricalconnections.Refer tothewiringdiagramsfor
identification and location of outdoor unit field wiring
interfaces.Makeallelectricalconnectionsinaccordance
with all applicable codes and ordinances.
• Overcurrentprotectionmustbeprovidedatthebranch
circuitdistributionpanelandsizedasshownontheunit
rating label and according to applicable local codes.
See the unit rating plate for minimum circuit ampacity
and maximum overcurrent protection limits.
• Providepowersupplyfortheunitinaccordancewiththe
unit wiring diagram, and the unit rating plate.Connect
theline-voltageleadstotheterminals onthe contactor
inside the control compartment.
• Useonlycopperwireforthelinevoltagepowersupply
to this unit as listed in Table 1 (page 4). Use proper
code agency listed conduit and a conduit connector
for connecting the supply wires to the unit.Use of rain
tight conduit is recommended.
• 208/230Voltunitsareshippedfromthefactorywired
for 230 volt operation.For 208V operation, remove the
lead from the transformer terminal marked 240V and
connect it to the terminal marked 208V.
• Optionalequipmentrequiringconnectiontothepower
or control circuits must be wired in strict accordance
of the NEC (ANSI/NFPA 70), applicable local codes,
and the instructions provided with the equipment.
Comfort AlertTM Diagnostics Module
(Select Models Only)
The Comfort AlertTM Diagnostics Module (Figure 2) is a
breakthrough innovation for troubleshooting heat pump
and air conditioning system failures.The module installs
easily in the electrical box of the outdoor unit near the
compressorcontactor.Bymonitoringandanalyzingdata
from the Copeland scroll compressor and the thermostat
demand, the module can accurately detect the cause of
electricalandsystemrelatedfailureswithoutanysensors.
A flashing LED indicator communicates the ALERT code
and a diagnostic key is also imprinted on the side of the
module to quickly direct the technician to the root cause
ofaproblem.NOTE:Thismoduledoesnotprovidesafety
protection! The Comfort AlertTM Diagnostics Module is a
monitoring device and cannot control or shut down other
devices.
24 VAC Power Wiring
The Comfort AlertTM module requires a constant nominal
24VAC power supply.The module cannot be powered by
the Cterminal on a defrost board or other control board
without experiencing nuisance alerts. NOTE: The wiring
to the module’s R& Cterminals must be routed directly
from the indoor unit or thermostat.
Iftheconstant24VAC(Rwire)isnotpresentintheoutdoor
unit,use oneofthe sparewiresin thethermostat cableto
bring power to the module.Connect the other end of the
spare wire to Rat the indoor unit or thermostat.
Thermostat Demand Wiring
TheComfortAlertTM modulerequiresathermostatdemand
signal to operate properly. The thermostat demand
signal input (labeled Yon the module), should always be
connectedtothecompressorcontactorcoil.NOTE:When
thecoilisenergized,thedemandsignalinputis24VAC.
Whenthecoilisnotenergized,thedemandsignalinput
should be less than 0.5 VAC.
NOTES:
• Factory installed modules have different thermostat
demand signal wiring. Always follow manufacturer
wiring instructions when replacing the module.
• Afterthethermostatdemandsignalisconnected,verify
that 24 VAC across Y& Cwhen demand is present.
Interpreting the Diagnostic LED’s
Whenanabnormal systemconditionoccurs,theComfort
AlertTM module displays the appropriate ALERT and/or
TRIP LED will flash a number of times consecutively,
pause and then repeat the process. To identify a Flash
Code number, count the number of consecutive flashes.
Each time the module powers up, the last ALERT Flash
Code that occurred prior to shut down is displayed for
one minute.The module will continue to display the LED
until the condition returns to normal or if 24 VAC power
is removed from the module.See Table 17 (page 25) for
flash code identification orTable 18 (page 26) for module
wiring troubleshooting.
LED Description
• POWERLED(Green):indicatesvoltageispresentat
the power connection of the module.
• ALERT LED (Yellow): communicates an abnormal
system condition through a unique flash code.
NOTE:TheALERTLEDwillflashconsecutively,pause
andthenrepeattheprocess.Thenumberofconsecutive
flashes, referred to as the Flash Code, correlates to
a particular abnormal condition.Detailed descriptions
of these ALERT Flash Codes are listed in Table 17.
• TRIPLED(Red):indicatesademandsignalisreceived
from the thermostat, but current to the compressor is
Figure 2. Comfort AlertTM Diagnostics Module
POWER LED
(Green)
TRIP LED
(Red)
ALERT LED
(Yellow)
Diagnostics
Key
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not detected by the module. The TRIP LED typically
indicates if the compressor protector is open or the
compressor has no power.
The scroll compressor’s R (run), C(common), and S
(start) wires are routed through the holes in the Comfort
AlertTM module marked R, C, & S.NOTE: The common
wire does not need to be routed through the module for
it to operate.
BlowerTime Delay Relay (Select Models)
A time delay relay may be provided with the unit and
mustbeinstalledin theindoorsection.The relaywillkeep
the indoor blower running an additional 40 seconds for
increasedcoolingefficiencyaftertheoutdoorunitshutsoff.
The relay has four terminals and one mounting hole.
• Connect terminal 1 to load side of blower relay.
• Connect terminal 2 to terminal Rof T’stat.
• Connectterminal3tocommonterminalatblowerrelay
or transformer.
• Connect terminal 4 to terminal Gon T’stat.
GRW2CEOY
Thermostat
Green
Red
Brown
G
R
W2
Orange
Black
OY
R
C
Air Handler Heat Pump OD
Section
Typical Heat Pump with Standard Air Handler
W2
C
W
NOTE: Jumper
betweenW2 andE is
required when no OD
T-Stat isused.
For 2-Stage
Heater
Kits
GRW2CEOY
Thermostat
Green
Red
White
G
R
Black
O Y
R
C
Air Handler Heat Pump OD
Section
Typical Heat Pump with
OutdoorThermostat and Air Handler
W2
C
W
E
Figure 3.TypicalThermostat Connections
• Thermostatconnectionsshouldbemadeinaccordance
with the instructions supplied with the thermostat and
the indoor equipment.A typical installation with a heat
pump thermostat and air handler is shown in Figure 3.
• Theoutdoorunitisdesignedtooperatefroma24VAC
Class II control circuit.The control circuit wiring must
comply with the current provisions of the NEC (ANSI/
NFPA 70) and with applicable local codes having
jurisdiction.
• Thelowvoltagewiresmustbeproperlyconnectedto
the units low voltage terminal block. Recommended
wire gauge and wire lengths for typical thermostat
connections are listed in Table 2.
• The thermostat should be mounted about 5 feet
above the floor on an inside wall. DO NOT install the
thermostat on an outside wall or any other location
whereitsoperationmaybeadverselyaffectedbyradiant
heat from fireplaces, sunlight, or lighting fixtures, and
convective heat from warm air registers or electrical
appliances. Refer to the thermostat manufacturer’s
instruction sheetfordetailedmountingand installation
information.
Table 2.ThermostatWire Gauge
Thermostat
Wire Gauge
RecommendedT-StatWire
Unit toT-Stat (Length in FT)
2-Wire
(Heating) 5-Wire
(Heating/Cooling)
24 55 25
22 90 45
20 140 70
18 225 110
After making all of the power connections to the unit, the
rotationofthecompressormustbechecked.Iftherotation
is in the wrong direction, the compressor will make an
abnormally loud noise.To check the rotation perform the
following steps:
1.Make sure the outside power disconnect is in the OFF
position.
2.Set the indoor thermostat to a set point that will call for
cooling.
3.Retun to the outside power disconnect and switch it
to the ON position. If the compressor is making an
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START UP & ADJUSTMENTS
Pre-Start Check List
√Verify the unit is level and has sufficient clearances for
unobstructed airflow.
√Verify the outdoor coil and top of the unit are free from
obstructions and debris, and all equipment access/
control panels are in place.
√Verify that the line voltage power leads are securely
connected and the unit is properly grounded.
√Verifythatthelowvoltagewiresaresecurelyconnected
to the correct leads on the low voltage terminal strip.
√Verify that the power supply branch circuit overcurrent
protectionissizedproperly.
√Verify that the thermostat is wired correctly.
Start-Up Procedures
WARNING:
This unit is equipped with a crankcase heater.
Allow 24 hours prior to continuing the start up
procedurestoallowforheatingoftherefrigerant
compressor crankcase. Failure to comply may
result in damage and could cause premature
failure of the system. This warning should be
followedatinitialstartupandanytimethepower
has been removed for 12 hours or longer.
Air Circulation - Indoor Blower
1.Set the thermostat system mode on OFF and the fan
mode to ON.
2.Verifytheblowerrunscontinuously.Checktheairdelivery
at the supply registers and adjust register openings for
balanced air distribution. If insufficient air is detected,
examine ductwork for leaks or obstructions.
3.Set the thermostat fan mode to AUTO and verify the
blower stops running.
NOTE: On 3 phase air handler models only - If blower
isspinningoppositeofarrowdirection,shutoffthemain
power to the unit and switch any two field wires at the
disconnect. DO NOT alter unit wiring.
Example:
AB = 451V
BC = 460V
AC = 453V
2.Determine the average voltage in the power supply.
3.Determine the maximum deviation:
4.Determine percent of
voltage imbalance by
using the results from
steps2&3inthefollowing
equation.
maxvoltage deviation
fromaverage voltage
=100 x averagevoltage
% Voltage Imbalance
= 1.32%
6
454
100 x
Example:
1.Measurethelinevoltages
of your 3-phase power
supplywhereitentersthe
building and at a location
thatwillonlybededicated
to the unit installation (at
theunitscircuitprotection
or disconnect).
Voltageunbalanceoccurswhenthevoltagesofallphases
of a 3-phase power supply are no longer equal. This
unbalance reduces motor efficiency and performance.
Someunderlyingcausesofvoltageunbalancemayinclude:
Lackofsymmetryintransmissionlines,largesingle-phase
loads, and unbalanced or overloaded transformers. A
motorshouldneverbeoperatedwhenaphaseimbalance
in supply is greater than 2%.Perform the following steps
to determine the percentage of voltage imbalance:
In this example, the measured line voltages were
451,460,and453.Theaveragewouldbe454volts
(451 + 460 + 453 = 1,364 / 3 = 454).
The amount of phase imbalance (1.32%) is satisfactory
since the amount is lower than the maximum allowable
2%. Please contact your local electric utility company if
your voltage imbalance is more than 2%.
Example:
From the valuesgivenin step 1, theBCvoltage
(460V) is the greatest difference in value from
the average:460 - 454 = 6
454 - 451 = 3
454 - 453 = 1
Highest Value
Grounding
WARNING:
The unit cabinet must have an uninterrupted or
unbrokenelectricalgroundtominimizepersonal
injury if an electrical fault should occur. Do not
use gas piping as an electrical ground!
This unit must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) or the CSA
C22.1 Electrical Code.Use the grounding lug provided in
the control box for grounding the unit.
abnormally loud noise, immediately switch the outside
power disconnect to the OFF position.
4.Switch any two of the three power leads at the power
connections to the unit.
5.SetReturn to the outside power disconnect and swith
it to the ON position.
6.Verify that the compressor is now running properly.
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Short Cycle Protection
1.SetthethermostatsystemmodetoCOOL.Observethe
temperaturesettingofthethermostatandgraduallyraise
theset-pointtemperatureuntiltheunitde-energizes.
2.Immediately lower the set point temperature of the
thermostat to its original setting and verify that the
indoorblowerisenergizedandoutdoorunitremains
de-energized.
3.After approximately 5 minutes, verify the outdoor unit
energizesandthetemperatureofthedischargeairis
cooler than the room temperature.
System Cooling
1.Set the thermostat’s system mode to COOL and the
fan mode to AUTO. Gradually lower the thermostat
temperature setpoint below room temperature and
verifytheoutdoorunitandindoorblowerenergize.
2.Verifyblowerwheelisspinningindirectionindicatedby
arrow.Feeltheairbeingcirculatedbytheindoorblower
and verify that it is cooler than ambient temperature.
Listenforany unusualnoises.If unusualsoundsoccur,
determine the source of the noise and correct as
necessary.
3.Verify HI and LO refrigerant pressures.
NOTE: If refrigerant pressures are abnormal and the
compressorisrotatingbackwards,shutoffmainpowerto
theunitandswitchanytwofieldwiresatthedisconnect.
DO NOT alter unit wiring.
4.Allowthesystemtooperateforseveralminutesandthen
set the temperature selector above room temperature.
Verify the fan and compressor cycle off with the
thermostat.NOTE:Theblowershouldalsostopunless
fan switch is set to the ON position.
System Heating
1.Set the thermostat's system mode to HEAT and the
temperature mode to below room temperature.
2.Verifytheoutdoorunitandindoorfanstoprunning.After
5minutes,increasethetemperature on thethermostat
to it's maximum setting.
3.Verifytheoutdoorunitandindoorblowerenergize.Feel
the air being circulated by the indoor blower and verify
that it is warmer than ambient temperature. Listen for
anyunusualnoises.Ifunusualsoundsoccur,determine
the source of the noise and correct as necessary.
Defrost CycleTimer
Thedefrostcycletimercontrolsthetimeintervalofthehot
gasdefrostafterthedefrostsensor closes.Itis located in
the lower left corner of the defrost control board on the of
thecontrolpanel.Threeintervalsettingsareavailable:30,
60, and 90 minutes.Time setting selection is dependent
on the climate where the unit is being installed.
• Example1:Dry climateofSouthern Arizona-A 90
minute setting is recommended.
• Example2:MoistclimateofSeattle,Washington-A
30 minute setting is recommended.
To set the cycle timer, place the timing pin on the defrost
control board to the desired time interval post.
NOTE: All units are shipped from the factory with the
default time setting of 30 minutes. Longer settings are
recommended for drier climate areas and shorter time
intervals are recommended for moist climate areas.
Maximumheatingperformancecanbeacheivedbysetting
the time to 90 minutes.
Defrost Control Board
Operational Information
• Terminals R -RC must have 24±V present between
them in order for the time delay and defrost sequences
to be operational.
• Jumpering the T2 -DFT test pins will communicate
to the board that the defrost T-stat is closed (if the
compressorisrunning).Thedefrostthermostattellsthe
board whether a defrost cycle needs to be started or
terminated.NOTE:The defrostT-stat is closed at 32° F
or below and is open at 68° F or above, but it’s state is
unknown if the temperature is between 32° F and 68°
F.
• With the DFT closed, the unit will run for 30/60/90
minutes in heat mode and then defrost the outdoor
coil.The defrost willturn offtheoutdoorfan,turn onthe
compressorandraisethecoiltemperatureto68°F.This
will open the DFT and terminate the defrost.If the DFT
does not open the defrost will end after 10 minutes.
• Toover-ridethedefrostboarrdandinitiateafasterdefrost
test in 5, 10 or 15 seconds as determined by the 30, 60
or 90 minute defrost pin settings (factory setting is 30
minutes),jumpertheTEST terminaltotheC(common)
terminal while the compressor is in heat mode.
– This will bypass the compressor off delay when the
unitgoesintodefrosttestandifleftindefrosttest,the
delay will be bypassed when the test is terminated
by the processor. NOTE: If the jumper is removed
beforethe testisover,the processorwillperform the
remainder of a normal defrost. See bullett 2 above.
• To switch from no-delay to delay, remove the pin from
the no - delay pin location and shift it to the delay pin
location.The delay/no-delay pin concerns compressor
operation during defrosts.The default setting is delay.
– Reciprocating compressors should only use this
setting in conjunction with an approved hard start
kit.
– Scroll compressors that have noise issues while
going into or coming out of defrost should use this
30 second delay to reduce the defrost noise.
– Manuallyinitiatingadefrostwillcausethecompressor
to run continually when entering defrost.
Normal defrost operation
To test normal defrost operation when the temperature is
above 35° F, jumper Rto DFT on the board and allow the
unit to run for 30 minutes. Defrost will continue until the
Rto DFT jumper is removed or for 10 minutes. Remove
the jumper.
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system operation. Refer to Figures 4-10 (pages 13-
16) and Tables 3-9 (pages 11 - 13) for correct system
charging.
• Therefrigerantchargecanbecheckedandadjusted
through the service ports provided external to the
outdoor unit. Use only gage line sets which have a
“Schrader” depression device present to actuate the
valve.Acommonsuctionportforheatingmodecharging
isincludedandlocatedonthecompressoraccesspanel
above the outdoor unit service valves.
• HeatModeVericationTables(Tables10-16,pages
18 - 20) are provided for quick reference when the unit
is in heating mode and for the inspection of the liquid
line pressures and temperatures.
Charging the Unit in AC Mode with Outdoor
Temperatures Above 55° F
(for optimized sub-cooling of 10° F to 12° F)
1.With the system operating at steady-state, measure
the liquid refrigerant pressure (in PSIG) at the outdoor
unit service valve.
2.Measure the liquid refrigerant temperature (in
Fahrenheit) at the service valve.
3.Determinetherequiredliquidrefrigerantpressure.Refer
to Figures 4-10 (pages 13-16) &Tables 3-9 (pages 11-
13).
• IfthepressuremeasuredinStep1isgreaterthan
therequiredliquidrefrigerantpressuredeterminedin
Step 3, then there is too much charge in the system.
Remove refrigerant and repeat Steps 1 through 3
until the system is correctly charged.
• IfthepressuremeasuredinStep1islessthanthe
required liquid refrigerant pressure determined in
Step 3, there is too little charge in the system. Add
refrigerant and repeat Steps 1 through 3 until the
system is correctly charged.
The 5 minute time delay feature can be shortened 1 time
to 1 second by jumping the Test to Cterminal. Remove
the jumper and repeat as desired.
NOTE: If jumper is left on the Test to common pins
permanently, the defrost cycle will become inoperable.
Defrost Test Procedure
1.JumperT2 to DFT at the test terminals.
2.Withunitrunninginheatmode,shorttheTESTterminal
to the common terminal near it.This will speed up the
board and cause it to enter defrost mode in 5/10/15
seconds depending on the defrost time selection.
Compressor delay will not function during speed-up.
3.This test will end in 5 seconds if the TEST-common
short is not removed.
4.Remove both the short and the T2 to DFT jumper to
terminatethedefrostcycle.The30secondcompressor
delay should operate normally.
5.Test is complete, reset thermostat to home owner
preference.
Anti Short CycleTimerTest
The 5 minute time delay feature can be bypassed or
shortened to 1 second by jumping the Test to Cterminal.
NOTE: If jumper is left on the Test to common pins
permanently, the defrost cycle will become inoperable.
Refrigerant Charging
WARNING:
T4BD Split System Heat Pumps are shipped
charged with R410A refrigerant and ready
for installation. If repairs make it necessary
for evacuation and charging, it should only
be attempted by qualified trained personnel
thoroughly familiar with this equipment. Under
no circumstances should the owner attempt to
install and/or service this equipment.Failure to
complywiththiswarningcouldresultinproperty
damage, personal injury, or death.
After refrigerant line connections are completed, it is
required that you leak check and evacuate the indoor
section and all line connections (using proper methods)
beforenalizingthefullsystemrefrigerantcharge.
• Toachieveratedcapacityandefciency,thecompressor
must be exposed to refrigerant for at least 24 hours
prior to running and then the compressor must be run
for a minimum of 12 hours.
• Coolingmodechargingchartsareapplicableonlyto
matchedassembliesofNORDYNEequipmentandlisted
airflows for the indoor coil. T4BD outdoor units with
non-AHRIlsitedindoorcoilsarenotrecommendedand
deviationsfromratedairflowsornon-listedcombinations
may require modification to the expansion device and
refrigerantchargingproceduresforproperandefficient
HEAT PUMP MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
To prevent electrical shock, personal injury, or
death,disconnectallelectricalpowertotheunit
before performing any maintenance or service.
The unit may have more than one electrical
supply.
Proper maintenance is important to achieve optimum
performance from the heat pump.The ability to properly
perform maintenance on this equipment requires certain
mechanical skills and tools. If you do not possess these
skills, contact your dealer for maintenance.Consult your
localdealerabouttheavailabilityofmaintenancecontracts.
Routine maintenance should include the following:
• Inspectandcleanorreplaceairltersatthebeginning
ofeachheatingandcoolingseason,ormorefrequently
if required.
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HighPressure Switch(HPS) -A high-pressureswitch is
factory-installedandlocatedinthecompressordischarge
line internal to the outdoor unit.The switch is designed to
de-energizethesystemwhenveryhighpressuresoccur
duringabnormalconditions.Undernormalconditions,the
switch is closed. If the discharge pressure rises above
575psig,thentheswitchwillopenandde-energizethe
outdoor unit. The switch will close again once the liquid
pressure decreases to 460 psig. Please note that the
switch interrupts the thermostat inputs to the unit.When
theswitchopensandthencloses,therewillbea5minute
shortcyclingdelaybeforetheoutdoorunitwillenergize.
Low Pressure Switch (LPS) - A low-pressure switch is
factory-installed in select models only. If provided, this
locatedinthe suction lineinternal to the outdoorunit.The
switch is designed to protect the compressor from a loss
of charge.Under normal conditions, the switch is closed.
If the suction pressure falls below 5 psig, then the switch
willopen andde-energizethe outdoorunit.The switch
will close again once the suction pressure increases
above 20 psig.Please note that the switch interrupts the
thermostat inputs to the unit.When the switch opens and
then closes, there will be a 5 minute short cycling delay
beforetheoutdoorunitwillenergize.
T4BD REFRIGERANT CHARGING CHARTS - COOLING ONLY
Application Notes on the Use of Charging Charts
NOTES:
1.All pressures are listed psig and all temperatures in °F
2.Dischargetemperatures GREATER than charted values
indicate an UNDERCHARGED system.
3.Discharge temperatures LESS than charted values
indicate an OVERCHARGED system.
• This equipment’s cooling system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Always use safe and
environmentally sound methods when handling refrigerant handling or servicing the unit. Review the
factory literature and safety warnings prior to servicing.
• Whenrepairingsystemleaks,alwaysuseanitrogen(inert)gastoprotecttherefrigerantsystemandpressure
checktherepairbeforere-charging.Alwaysreplace thefilter-dryerswhen performinganyrepair totherefrigeration
system with one capable of acid removal.After completing the repairs, evacuate the system to 350 - 500 microns
and weigh in the refrigerant to the amount specified on the unit rating label.
• Chargingchartsarevalidforavarietyofindoor,returnairconditionsandaremostinuencedbytheoutdoor
ambient temperature, outdoor fan operation and the unit operating voltage.Before using these charts, make sure
the unit is in a stable operating mode.As shown in the charging charts (Figures 4 - 10, pages 13 - 16), the ideal
system sub-cooling can vary over the range of operation.Reference the charts to determine the ideal amount of
sub-cooling for a given liquid pressure. Units charged to other values will not perform at the rated unit efficiency
(EER) or rated Coefficient of Performance (COP) in heating mode.
• Toinspectasystemsoperationusingqualityinstruments,matchthemeasuredliquidtemperaturetotheunits
chart.The measured liquid pressure reading should be within 3% of the charts value for most installations.
• Forsystemsthatareoperatingwithmorethana5%deviation,inspecttheunitforthepropervoltageandphase
balance and the refrigeration system for leaks.
• Unitsthatareoperatingatlessthen95%ofthenominalvoltageorwitha2%phaseimbalancemayseeamore
significant deviation than the amount stated above.
• DO NOT use the charts in systems that have a fan cycling under low-ambient control. Refer to the low-ambient
kit instructions for more information. (If applicable)
LEGEND
Shaded boxes indicate flooded conditions.
Rated design values.The suction pressure
will be lower than design value if outdoor air
flow, entering dry bulb, or entering wet bulb
temperatures are lower than design.
• Inspecttheoutdoorcoilatthebeginningofeachcooling
season. Remove any debris. Clean the outdoor coil
and louvers as necessary using a mild detergent and
water. Rinse thoroughly with water.
• Inspecttheelectricalconnectionsfortightnessatthe
beginningofeachheatingandcoolingseason.Service
as necessary.
CAUTION:
The unit should never be operated without a
filterinthereturnairsystem.Replacedisposable
filters with the same type and size.
• Donotaddadditionaloiltomotorsunequippedwithoil
tubes. The compressor is hermetically sealed at the
factory and does not require lubrication.
COMPONENT FUNCTIONS
Comfort AlertTM Diagnostics - The Comfort Alert
diagnostics module troubleshoots heat pump and air
conditioning system failures and accurately detects the
cause of electrical and system related failures without
any sensors.A flashing LED indicator communicates the
ALERT code to quickly direct the technician to the root
cause of a problem.
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Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
137 233 98
139 233 103 254 108
141 233 108 254 112 275 117
143 233 114 254 117 275 121 296 126
145 234 118 255 122 276 126 297 130 318 135
147 255 126 276 130 297 134 318 138 339 143
149 277 134 298 138 319 142 340 146 361 151
151 298 141 320 145 341 149 362 154 382 159
153 299 145 320 149 341 153 362 157 383 161
155 321 153 342 157 363 161 384 164
157 342 160 363 165 384 169
159 364 168 385 172
161 385 176
163
Table 3. ChargingTable forT4BD-018 Series (1.5Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
131 235 134
133 236 139 258 136
135 236 143 259 140 281 138
137 237 146 259 145 281 142 303 140
139 238 149 260 148 282 146 304 144 326 142
141 261 151 283 149 304 148 326 146 349 144
143 283 153 305 151 327 150 349 148 371 146
145 306 155 328 153 350 151 372 150 394 148
147 306 159 328 157 350 155 372 153 394 152
149 329 161 351 159 373 157 395 155
151 351 163 373 161 396 159
153 374 164 396 163
155 397 166
157
Table 4. ChargingTable forT4BD-024 Series (2Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
131 247 121
133 247 126 269 127
135 248 131 270 132 292 133
137 248 136 270 136 293 137 315 138
139 249 141 271 141 293 141 316 142 337 143
141 272 145 294 145 316 145 339 146 360 148
143 295 149 317 149 340 149 362 150 384 152
145 318 153 340 153 363 153 385 154 407 156
147 319 157 341 157 364 157 386 157 408 158
149 342 161 364 161 387 161 410 160
151 365 164 388 164 410 165
153 388 168 411 168
155 412 172
157
Table 5. ChargingTable forT4BD-030 Series (2.5Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
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Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
130 266 150
132 267 154 290 153
134 268 158 291 156 314 155
136 269 161 292 160 315 159 337 158
138 270 165 293 164 316 162 339 161 361 161
140 294 167 317 166 340 165 362 164 385 164
142 318 170 341 168 364 167 386 167 408 167
144 342 172 365 171 387 169 410 169 432 170
146 343 176 366 174 389 173 411 172 433 172
148 367 178 390 177 412 175 435 175
150 391 180 414 179 436 178
152 415 183 437 181
154 439 185
156
Table 6. ChargingTable forT4BD-036 Series (3Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
133 239 146
135 239 151 261 147
137 239 156 262 151 284 147
139 240 160 262 155 285 151 307 149
141 241 165 263 160 285 155 307 152 329 150
143 264 164 286 160 308 156 330 153 352 152
145 287 164 309 160 331 157 353 155 374 155
147 309 164 331 161 353 158 375 157 396 157
149 310 168 332 165 354 162 376 160 397 159
151 333 169 355 166 377 163 398 162
153 355 169 377 166 399 164
155 378 170 400 167
157 401 171
159
Table 7. ChargingTable forT4BD-042 Series (3.5Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
124 237 144
126 237 150 260 145
128 237 156 260 151 282 147
130 240 157 261 156 283 152 305 149
132 241 160 263 158 284 157 306 153 328 151
134 264 162 285 160 307 157 329 155 351 153
136 286 164 308 161 330 159 352 157 373 156
138 309 165 331 163 353 160 374 159 396 158
140 310 169 332 167 354 164 376 162 397 161
142 333 171 354 169 376 166 398 164
144 355 173 377 170 399 167
146 378 174 400 172
148 401 176
150
Table 8. ChargingTable forT4BD-048 Series (4Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
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Suct.
Press.
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (°F)
70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105
Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp. Liq.
Press. Dis.
Temp.
117 248 145
119 249 150 272 148
121 250 155 273 153 295 152
123 252 158 274 158 296 156 318 155
125 254 162 275 162 297 161 319 159 341 159
127 277 166 299 165 320 164 342 163 364 163
129 300 169 322 168 344 167 365 166 387 166
131 323 172 345 171 367 170 389 170 410 170
133 325 176 346 175 368 174 390 173 412 173
135 348 179 370 178 392 177 414 176
137 371 183 393 181 415 180
139 394 186 416 185
141 417 189
143
Table 9. ChargingTable forT4BD-060 Series (5Ton Units) - Orifice Matches
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100 105110 115 120 12
51
30
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
14
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110115 120125 130
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110115 120125 130
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
15
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100105 110115 120125 130
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
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250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
525
550
75 80 85 90 95 100105 110 115120 125 130
Liquid Temperature [F]
Liquid Pressure [psig]
Remove refrigerant when above curve
Add refrigerant when below curve
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• Read all notes and warnings for the Cooling-mode charging charts prior to using these Heating-mode
chargeverificationcharts.Alwaysusesafeandenvironmentallysoundmethodswhenhandlingrefrigerant
handling or servicing the unit. Review the factory literature and safety warnings prior to servicing.
• When repairing system leaks, always use a nitrogen (inert) gas to protect the refrigerant system and pressure
checktherepairbeforere-charging.Alwaysreplace thefilter-dryerswhen performinganyrepair totherefrigeration
system with one capable of acid removal.After completing the repairs, evacuate the system to 350 - 500 microns
and weigh in the refrigerant to the amount specified on the unit rating label.
• Before using the heat mode verification tables (Tables 10 - 16, pages 18 - 20), determine the outdoor ambient
temperature and the return air temperature to the unit. Locate the appropriate location on the units verification
chartbasedonthosemeasurementstodeterminetheidealliquidlinepressureandtemperature.Verifytheoutdoor
fan and compressor are running and the outdoor coil is free from frost accumulation.Also verify the system is not
operating in defrost mode before inspecting the system.
• Always use quality instruments that are in good working order to measure the actual operating point of the
refrigeration system.The liquid line temperature should be within 2 degrees of the ideal value and the pressure
should be within 2%.
• The most reliable way of verifying the system is at the correct charge is to evacuate the system and weigh in the
charge to the amount shown on the rating label. However, if an inspection with these verification charts does not
line up with the values shown and the ambient temperature is above 50˚ F, then a more accurate way to inspect
the system for proper charge is with the cooling mode charging charts. Switch the unit into cooling mode and
allowittooperateandstabilizeforafewminutestheninspecttheunitoperationwiththecoolingmodechartsand
procedures.
Before changing the unit charge, always inspect the following items first:
1.Inspect the liquid line temperature on the inlet and outlet of the filter dryers. If it is the factory dryer and in good
conditionthere shouldbeno temperaturedifference.If thetemperaturedifferenceislargerthan5˚, replacethefilter
dryer with one that is bi-directional and has acid removal capability. Refer to the unit RPL for the recommended
partnumberandsize.
2.Inspect the units input voltage.Units operating at less than 95% of the nominal voltage may deviate more from the
chart then previously stated.
3.Inspect the input voltage for a phase imbalance.Units with greater then a 2% disparity will not operate at the rated
performance.
4.Verify that the unit filters are installed and are clean.The pressure drop across the filters should not exceed 0.08
in-W.C.
5.Inspect the indoor coil, indoor blower and blower motor for cleanliness, clogging, and proper operation.
6.Inspect the system for leaks. If any leaks are detected, repair them immediately. Re-inspect the return air and
ambient temperatures and verify that the correct system point on the verification chart was selected.
DO NOT use the charts in systems that have the fan cycling under a low-ambient control.Low-ambient controls are
for cooling operation.In heating mode, the low ambient control should be disabled.Unless the unit is in defrost mode,
the outdoor fan should always operate in conjunction with the compressor.
Application Notes on the use of Heating-mode charge verification charts:
NOTES:
1.All pressures are listed psig and all temperatures in °F
2.Discharge temperatures greater than charted values
indicate an undercharged system.
LEGEND
Shaded boxes indicate flooded conditions.
Rated design values. Suction pressure will
vary from design value if outdoor air flow,
entering dry bulb, or entering wet bulb
temperatures vary.
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OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
37 212 108 52 232 111 66 252 114 81 273 117 96 285 125 114 311 139 131 338 153
38 219 106 53 238 109 67 257 112 82 276 115 97 292 123 115 318 135 132 345 147
39 226 104 54 244 107 68 262 110 83 280 113 98 299 120 116 325 130 133 352 141
40 233 102 55 250 105 69 267 108 84 284 111 99 306 117 117 332 126 134 359 134
41 240 100 56 256 103 70 271 106 85 287 109 100 313 114 118 339 121 135 366 128
42 247 98 57 261 101 71 276 104 86 291 107 101 320 111 119 346 117 136 373 122
43 254 96 58 267 99 72 281 102 87 295 105 102 327 108 120 353 112 137 380 116
Table 10. ChargingTable forT4BD-018 Series (1.5Ton Units)
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
37 211 111 52 237 115 66 263 119 81 289 123 97 306 132 114 337 147 131 367 162
38 218 109 53 243 113 67 268 117 82 293 121 98 313 129 115 344 142 132 374 156
39 225 107 54 249 111 68 273 115 83 297 119 99 320 126 116 351 138 133 381 149
40 232 105 55 255 109 69 277 113 84 300 117 100 327 124 117 358 133 134 388 143
41 239 103 56 261 107 70 282 111 85 304 115 101 334 121 118 365 129 135 395 137
42 246 101 57 266 105 71 287 109 86 308 113 102 341 118 119 372 124 136 402 131
43 253 99 58 272 103 72 292 107 87 311 111 103 348 115 120 379 120 137 409 125
Table 11. ChargingTable forT4BD-024 Series (2Ton Units)
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
35 209 105 49 238 114 63 267 123 77 296 131 92 315 146 109 347 167 126 380 189
36 216 103 50 244 112 64 272 121 78 299 129 93 322 143 110 354 163 127 387 182
37 223 101 51 250 110 65 276 119 79 303 127 94 329 140 111 361 158 128 394 176
38 230 99 52 256 108 66 281 117 80 307 125 95 336 138 112 368 154 129 401 170
39 237 97 53 261 106 67 286 115 81 310 123 96 343 135 113 375 149 130 408 164
40 244 95 54 267 104 68 291 113 82 314 121 97 350 132 114 382 145 131 415 158
41 251 93 55 273 102 69 296 111 83 318 119 98 357 129 115 389 140 132 422 152
Table 12. ChargingTable forT4BD-030 Series (2.5Ton Units)
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OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
35 218 133 49 246 142 62 274 151 75 302 160 88 317 169 100 343 180 112 369 191
36 225 131 50 252 140 63 279 149 76 306 158 89 324 167 101 350 176 113 376 185
37 232 129 51 258 138 64 283 147 77 309 156 90 331 164 102 357 171 114 383 179
38 239 127 52 263 136 65 288 145 78 313 154 91 338 161 103 364 167 115 390 173
39 246 125 53 269 134 66 293 143 79 317 152 92 345 158 104 371 162 116 397 166
40 253 123 54 275 132 67 298 141 80 320 150 93 352 155 105 378 158 117 404 160
41 260 121 55 281 130 68 303 139 81 324 148 94 359 152 106 385 153 118 411 154
Table 15. ChargingTable forT4BD-048 Series (4Ton Units)
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
36 212 106 50 235 114 64 259 123 78 282 131 93 297 144 109 328 162 125 358 181
37 219 104 51 241 112 65 263 121 79 286 129 94 304 141 110 335 158 126 365 175
38 226 102 52 247 110 66 268 119 80 289 127 95 311 138 111 342 153 127 372 168
39 233 100 53 253 108 67 273 117 81 293 125 96 318 136 112 349 149 128 379 162
40 240 98 54 259 106 68 278 115 82 297 123 97 325 133 113 356 145 129 386 156
41 247 96 55 265 104 69 283 113 83 300 121 98 332 130 114 363 140 130 393 150
42 254 94 56 271 102 70 287 111 84 304 119 99 339 127 115 370 136 131 400 144
Table 14. ChargingTable forT4BD-042 Series (3.5Ton Units)
OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
34 204 108 49 238 116 64 271 125 79 305 134 95 329 148 111 367 167 128 405 186
35 211 106 50 244 114 65 276 123 80 309 132 96 336 145 112 374 162 129 412 180
36 218 104 51 249 112 66 281 121 81 312 130 97 343 142 113 381 158 130 419 174
37 225 102 52 255 110 67 286 119 82 316 128 98 350 139 114 388 153 131 426 167
38 232 100 53 261 108 68 290 117 83 320 126 99 357 136 115 395 149 132 433 161
39 239 98 54 267 106 69 295 115 84 323 124 100 364 133 116 402 144 133 440 155
40 246 96 55 273 104 70 300 113 85 327 122 101 371 131 117 409 140 134 447 149
Table 13. ChargingTable forT4BD-036 Series (3Ton Units)
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OUTDOORTEMPERATURE (DEG. F)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Suc.
Press Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp. Suc.
Press. Liquid
Press. Disch.
Temp.
31 223 131 44 253 143 57 283 155 70 313 166 82 329 179 95 355 193 107 381 206
32 230 129 45 259 141 58 288 153 71 316 164 83 336 176 96 362 188 108 388 200
33 237 127 46 265 139 59 292 151 72 320 162 84 343 173 97 369 184 109 395 194
34 244 125 47 271 137 60 297 149 73 324 160 85 350 171 98 376 179 110 402 188
35 251 123 48 277 135 61 302 147 74 327 158 86 357 168 99 383 175 111 409 181
36 258 121 49 282 133 62 307 145 75 331 156 87 364 165 100 390 170 112 416 175
37 265 119 50 288 131 63 312 143 76 335 154 88 371 162 101 397 166 113 423 169
Table 16. ChargingTable forT4BD-060 Series (5Ton Units)
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