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• WATER/GLYCOL INSTRUCTIONS 20
• TROUBLESHOOTING 29-32
• REFRIGERANT INFORMATION 39
WARNING
Operation of these systems involves potentially Iethal dangers (high
voltage and high pressures). Therefore, all safety precautions and
warnings described in this manual must be precisely observed.
Otherwise, severe or fatal injury may be caused.
Operator's Responsibility This chiller MUST be installed, maintained and operated by a person(s)
qualified for this equipment. This chiller contains refrigeration, water
circulation and electrical components. The person(s) most suited for this
equipment is a qualified licenced refrigeration technician. Intervention by
unauthorized or unqualified parties may void the warranty.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The installation, start-up and maintenance of the chillers are
dangerous, Due to:
• High pressures is generated in the equipment
• Electrical parts are energized
• The equipment contains hot pipes (Refrigeration system)
• Rotating parts (fans and or pumps) can cause injury the chillers
themselves may be installed in a dangerous position (roof, high
built frame etc.)
For these reasons, the chiller must be installed and connected to the
electricity/water installations by qualified companies only. Startup and
maintenance must be conducted by a qualified refrigeration company
only.
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CHILLER INSTALLATION
Foundation All chillers must be mounted on a solid, horizontal surface, suitable for the
weight of the chiller.* Note the chiller weight is incresed by filling with
glycol/water mixture.
Must be dry and protected against freezing. The room temperature must not
be colder than 410F. The system must be installed horizontally. The
components are not suitable for exterior installation, without factory
modification and approval. Consult Motivair if chiller will be installed
outdoors
Installation Compliance with the following basic rules for the erection of devices with
radial fans wiIl ensure problem-free operation and the rated refrigeration
capacity.
Basic rules:
1. The condenser air is blown out vertically or horizontally.
2. Do not install the device close to heat sources. Heated air intake must be
avoided.
3. The condenser fans are rated for ZERO external static pressure. The fan
do not have the capacity to push air through ducting, which means that
NO DUCTS OR MUFFLERS may be used on the inlet ot outlet of the
chillers.
4. No air short-circuit is permitted, i.e. the heated discharge air from the
condenser fans must never be drawn back into the condenser inlet. This
will occur if the chiller is too close to a wall, or a low ceiling or other
obstructions.
5. In the case of shaft or trench mounting, contact the manufacturer for
advice on the installation site.
Structure-borne noise It is possible that noise or vibration may be transmitted through the ground,
or building structure. If this occurs, it may be necessary to install a vibration
elimination device. The construction specifications of the
customer/engineering contractor regarding structure transmitted noise or
vibration must be observed.
Vibrations May be transmitted through the chilled water piping. This can be avoided by
the use of flexible piping connections.
Clearances Must be maintained for servicing and ventilation purposes. All removable
side panels must be available service.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
Location:
Locate the unit to provide proper airflow to the condenser (see Figure 1 page 2)
Due to the placement of the condenser coils on the MPCA0005-0150 chillers, it is desirable to orient the
unit so that prevailing winds blow parallel to the unit length, thus minimizing the wind effect on
condensing pressure performance. If low ambient temperature operation is expected, it is
recommended that optional fan VFD system be factory installed.
Using less clearance than shown in “Addendum A” can cause discharge air recirculation to the
condenser and could have a significant negative effect on unit performance.
See Restricted Airflow beginning on page 3 for further information. For pad-mounted units, it is
recommended that the unit be raised a few inches with suitable supports, located at least under the
mounting locations, to allow water to drain from under the unit to facilitate cleaning under it.
Service Access:
The main control box contains either the microprocessor or PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) for
optimum chiller control. The solid state compressor starter, fan control and other power equipment are
located in the main control box. Condenser fan VFD’s and overloads are either located in an
independent box on the side of the chiller or in the main cabinet. The side clearance required for
airflow provides sufficient service clearance.
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CAUTION
Disconnect all power to the chiller while servicing condenser fan motors or compressors.
Failure to do so can cause bodily injury or death.
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Do not obstruct access to the sides or ends of the chiller with piping or conduit. These areas must be
open for service access. Do not obstruct any access to the control panel(s) with field mounted
disconnect switches. Make sure that the power conduit to control panel(s) does not restrict access to
removable panels.
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Clearance Requirements:
Figure 1
AIR FLOW
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
ALLOWED ABOVE UNIT
AT ANY HEIGHT SEE NOTES 2&4
PERTAINING TO WALL
HEIGHT AT UNIT SIDES
Notes:
1. Minimum side clearance between units is 6 feet (1.8 meters) with no perimeter obstructions
within 10 feet of the units.
2. Unit must not be installed in a pit or enclosure that is deeper or taller than the height of the unit
unless extra clearance is provided per note 4.
3. Minimum clearance on each side is 8 feet (2.4 meters) when installed in a pit no deeper than the
unit height.
4. Minimum side clearance to a side wall or building taller than the unit height is 7 (2.1 meters)
feet provided no solid wall above 7 (2.1 meters) feet is closer than 12 (3.7 meters) feet to the
opposite side of the unit.
5. Do not mount electrical conduits where they can block service access to compressor controls,
refrigerant driers or valves.
6. There must be no obstruction of the fan discharge.
7. Field installed switches must not interfere with service access or airflow.
8. MPCA chillers use axial fans and are NOT suitable for ducted applications.
9. See the following pages if the airflow clearance cannot be met.
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Restricted Airflow:
General
The clearances required for design operation of MPCA air-cooled condensers are described in the
previous section. Occasionally, these clearances cannot be maintained due to site restrictions such as
units being too close together or a fence or wall restricting airflow, or both.
The Motivair MPCA chillers have several features that can mitigate the problems attributable to
restricted airflow.
• The single side of the condenser formation allows inlet air for the coil(s) to come in from that
side and allows for smaller distances between the opposite side and encroaching obstructions
to allow for maximum air flow to the condenser side. Facing the chiller control cabinet, the
right-side of the unit is generally where the condenser(s) are located. NOTE: This is not
exclusive as Motivair reserves the right to change chiller design without notice.
• The VFD option allows for optimum air flow at multiple year round conditions. This is best
utilized when units are placed parallel to prevailing winds.
Figure 2
The following sections discuss the most common situations of condenser air restriction and give capacity
adjustment factors for each.
CAUTION
The unit capacity adjustment charts in this engineering bulletin serve only as a guide, and DO NOT
take into account prevailing site conditions.
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Case 1, Building or Wall on One side of One Unit:
The presence of a screening wall or the wall of a building, in close proximity to an air-cooled chiller is
common in both rooftop and ground level applications. Hot air recirculation on the coils adjoining the
wall increases compressor discharge pressure, decreasing capacity and increasing power consumption.
When close to a wall, it is desirable to place chillers on the north or east side of them (to minimize solar
effect). It is also desirable to have prevailing winds blowing parallel to the unit’s long axis. The worst
scenario is having wind blowing hot discharge air into the wall.
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Case 2, Two Units Side By Side:
Two or more chillers positioned side by side are common. If spaced closer than 6 feet it is necessary to
adjust the performance of each unit; circuits adjoining each other are affected. If one of the two units
also has a wall adjoining it, see Case 1. Add the two adjustment factors together (Figure 4 and Figure 6)
and apply to the unit between the wall and the other unit.
Mounting units end to end will not require adjusting performance. Depending on the actual
arrangement, sufficient space must be left between the units for access to the control panel door
opening. See “Clearance” section of this guide for requirements for specific units.
Pit or solid wall surrounds should not be used where the ambient air temperature exceeds 95°F.
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Case 3, Three or More Units Side By Side:
When designs call for three or more units to be side by side; contact Motivair with the desired
placements of the units for approval. Capacity reduction is dependent on multiple possible orientations
of the units.
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Case 4, Open Screening Walls:
Decorative screening walls are common to help conceal a chiller either on grade or on a rooftop. These
walls should be designed such that the combination of their open area and distance from the chiller do
not require performance adjustment. It is assumed that the wall height is equal to, or less than the
chiller height when mounted on its base support. This is usually acceptable for concealment. If the wall
height is greater than the unit height, see Case 5 (Pit Installation).
The distance from the sides of the unit to the side walls should be sufficient for service and opening
control panel doors.
If each side wall is a different distance from the unit, the distances can be averaged, providing either
wall is not less than 8 feet from the unit. For example, do not average 4 feet and 20 feet to equal 12
feet.
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Case 5, Pit/Solid Wall Installation:
Pit installations can cause operating problems and great care should be exercised if they are to be used
on any installation. Recirculation and restriction are probable. A solid wall surrounding a unit is
effectively the same as a pit and the data given in Case 5 should be used.
Steel grating is sometimes used to cover a pit to prevent accidental falls or trips into the pit. The grating
material and installation design must be strong enough to prevent such accidents, yet provide abundant
open area or serious recirculation problems will occur. Have any pit installation reviewed by Motivair
application engineers prior to installation to discuss whether it has sufficient airflow characteristics. The
installation design engineer must approve the work and is responsible for design criteria.
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Control Panel
Control Panel
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MIN. CLEARANCE FOR MPC-A 0005-0010 MIN. CLEARANCE FOR MPC-A 0150
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NOTE: VENTS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL "LOCAL" HIGH POINTS IN SUPPLY AND RETURN
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PIPING INSTALLATION
This section is intended as a guide for the correct installation of the chilled water piping system,
including this chiller. However, the chiller manufacturer accepts no responsibility what so ever for the
installation of the chiller or the associated piping.
All piping must be installed only by a licensed plumbing contractor, and in compliance with local codes.
DO NOT USE GALVANIZED PIPING IF GLYCOL IS TO BE USED IN THE CHILLED WATER SYSTEM. Chemical
reaction between the glycol and the galvanized piping can be detrimental to the cooling system, the
glycol and chiller. Piping material may be copper, plastic, carbon or stainless steel depending on the
requirements of each installation.
It is the responsibility of the engineer and/or the piping contractor to insure that the piping is correctly
sized in relation to the installation, and the available dynamic head of the pump installed inside the
chiller. The chilled water pipe connections on the chiller are not necessarily the appropriate size for the
system piping. As a general guide, the chiller pipe connections should be considered as the minimum
pipe size required for the installation. Drastic reduction in pipe sizing (small hoses, etc.) will reduce the
chilled water flow and may cause a low flow alarm, or freezing damage to the evaporator. Note:
Installation with low water flow/high water temperature rise should always have a full-ported by-pass
installed between the chiller inlet and outlet connections, with a manually adjustable gate valve in the
by-pass line. Correctly adjusted, this blended return water will maintain an adequate flow through the
chiller, at an acceptable return temperature.
ALWAYS install a filter/strainer on the inlet off the chiller, in order to prevent particulates (rust, dirt
and installation debris) from blocking the evaporator. Blockage will severely impair chiller
performance and is not covered by warranty.
Always install a pressure gauge in the return piping close to the chiller. This is essential for monitoring
system pressure and pump performance.
It is good piping practice, especially on systems with short piping runs and/or low system pressure loss,
to install a gate valve in the DISCHARGE line from the chiller for throttling purposes. This allows the
operator to maintain optimum pump performance by adding resistance to the system. NEVER throttle
the water flow on the return line to the chiller. This will cause cavitations and over-heating of the pump.
If the chilled water cooling system is expected to lose water during normal operation an automatic
water make-up system should be installed, or can be supplied as a factory option. The auto make-up
system must include a water pressure regulator and pressure gauge. CAUTION: The tank inside the
chiller has a maximum pressure rating of 15 PSIG. Do not discharge city water (which can be 60-80psig)
directly into the chiller. Instantaneous pressurization can cause the tank to rupture before the pressure
relief valve opens. NOTE: Do not use an automatic water make-up system if glycol is installed for anti-
freeze protection. The glycol will become diluted and the freeze protection point will be higher (less
protection from freezing). Some critical applications require the installation of emergency city water and
drain solenoid valves, in the event of a chiller failure. In this case, the chiller MUST be isolated from the
city water pressure to avoid damage. After operation of the emergency city water system, the glycol
concentration must be carefully checked using a spectrometer. Add glycol to maintain the correct
antifreeze concentration if required.
NOTE: Vertical piping immediately connected to and from the chiller will impose a static (or standing)
head pressure, which can be read on the pump discharge gauge of the chiller, and the gauge installed on
the return line to the chiller, when the system is not operating. For example, if the supply and/or return
piping from the chiller rises 15 feet before running above a ceiling, etc. this will show a gauge static
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pressure of approximately 6-7psig on the gauges (feet x .424 = psig). This is simply the weight of water in
the vertical piping at that location, and does not indicate an overall system pressure.
SYSTEM VENTING
The single most common problem in chiller piping installations is lack of chilled water flow caused by
poor piping practices and/or inadequate venting of the system. The symptom is a repeated flow alarm,
when the flow switch installed in the return line inside the chiller contacts open which in turns triggers
the flow alarm on the control panel.
The 0005-0150 size chillers are EKdCLOSED CIRCUIT system and is open to atmosphere. This means that air
will remain in all local high points above chiller of the system when it is initially filled with water.
NOTE: A local high point is any point in the piping, which can be described as an inverted “U” section.
More clearly defined, if the piping rises vertically ANYWHERE, AND AT ANY ELEVATION IN THE SYSTEM,
travels horizontally, then drops again vertically, this inverted “U” section of piping IS A PERMANENT AIR
LOCK AND MUST BE VENTED. Venting is required AT ALL LOCAL HIGH POINTS, and is required on both
the supply and return pipes. Vents can be either manual, or automatic. Automatic vents should always
be installed with an isolation valve for future service access, repair or replacement. Automatic vents are
particularly susceptible to drawing air into the return chilled water piping if this line is allowed to fall
into a vacuum.
NOTE: The expansion tank should not normally be pressurized to more than 15 psig, measured when the
system is not operating. The final discharge pump pressure should NEVER be allowed to exceed the
maximum pump rating pressure (normally around 35-50psig).
CAUTION: Supercharging the pump with city water pressure higher than nominal rating of the pump,
can damage the mechanical pump seal(s), or cause damage to the chiller, piping system or customer
equipment. This damage is not covered by the chiller warranty.
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WATER/GLYCOL FILLING
If glycol is required for antifreeze protection, ALWAYS use an industrial inhibited ethylene glycol, or
propylene (food grade) glycol. DO NOT use automobile antifreeze. Suitable glycols are manufactured by
the Dow Chemical Company for this purpose, and available nationwide. There are other glycol suppliers
available, but always exercise great caution in the selection of a glycol supplier, and always confirm the
freeze protection after installation, using a spectrometer. Damage caused by freezing is not covered
under warranty.
Glycol can be pre-mixed with water to the correct concentration, then pumped into the system, or
pumped in separately from the water, provided the system capacity is calculated accurately. The most
common method for filling the system is to pump the water glycol into the fill or drain connection of the
chiller, with all system vents open. There is a manual vent located at the back of the chiller for initial
filling/venting purposes, in addition to the high point piping vents. NOTE: The system should be filled
slowly and carefully, allowing all the air to escape. The system can only be filled as fast as the air can
escape. Be patient, and do not over-pressurize the system. After initial operation, check all air is vented
from the system.
GLYCOL CHART
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MODEL INFORMATION:
MAIN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION REFER TO DATA ON SERIAL STICKER FOR
EACH MODEL
The connection of the device to the main electrical
power supply must only be carried out by an licensed
electrician, and in strict accordance with local electrical
codes and safety standards.
WARNING – MANUFACTURER’S NOTICE
Note:
If for local code or other reasons the cable size of the
power supply line is larger than the terminal size on the
main disconnect or power block:
Or
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WATER/GLYCOL INSTRUCTIONS
COLD WATER PIPING CONT.
MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS
The chiller circuit must be 100% filled with 6. Ensure that the water circuit is maintained at the
water/glycol for operation. If the cooling process correct pressure by installing an appropriate sized
causes a loss of water/glycol in the circuit a diaphragm expansion tank close to the inlet of the
automatic water make-up vavle must be installed. chiller. The return side of the chiller must be 5-10psig
Insufficient fluid in the water/glycol circuit wiIl lead to when the pump is running.
failure of chiller 7. Install temperature and pressure gauges at the inlet
1. Safety devices and outlet of the chiller and the heat load to ensure
2. Controls,due to compressor fluctuations/ hunting easy inspection and maintenance.
(frequent switching). And compressor starts. 8. All chilled water lines should be insulated. Only
3. Cooling Capacity insulate pipes AFTER the circuit was tested for leaks.
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On a call for cooling set point = 50*F + diff = 7*F entering temperature = 57*F glycol pump
running the compressor starts. The controller reads the Inlet temperature
and the compressor operates to pull down to set point. As the loop temp falls 0.1*F below set
point the compressor shuts off glycol pump remains running. Compressor will turn back on
when set point + differential is exceeded.
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4. FRONT PANEL COMMANDS
Digital controller with off cycle defrost and AUX relay
XR30CX
CONTENTS
1. GENERAL WARNING ___________________________________________________ 1
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION _______________________________________________ 1
3. CONTROLLING LOADS _________________________________________________ 1
4. FRONT PANEL COMMANDS _____________________________________________ 1
5. MAX & MIN TEMPERATURE MEMORIZATION _______________________________ 1
6. MAIN FUNCTIONS _____________________________________________________ 1 : To display target set point; in programming mode it selects a parameter or confirm
7. PARAMETERS ________________________________________________________ 2 an operation.
8. DIGITAL INPUT (ENABLED WITH P3P = N) _________________________________ 3
(DEF) To start a manual defrost
9. TTL SERIAL LINE – FOR MONITORING SYSTEMS ___________________________ 3
10. X-REP OUTPUT – OPTIONAL ____________________________________________ 3
11. INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING _________________________________________ 3 (UP): To see the max. stored temperature; in programming mode it browses the
12. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ____________________________________________ 3 parameter codes or increases the displayed value.
13. HOW TO USE THE HOT KEY_____________________________________________ 3 (DOWN) To see the min stored temperature; in programming mode it browses the
14. ALARM SIGNALS ______________________________________________________ 3 parameter codes or decreases the displayed value.
15. TECHNICAL DATA _____________________________________________________ 4
To switch the instrument off, if onF = oFF.
16. CONNECTIONS _______________________________________________________ 4
17. DEFAULT SETTING VALUES_____________________________________________ 4 To switch the light, if oA1 = Lig
1. GENERAL WARNING KEY COMBINATIONS:
+ To lock & unlock the keyboard.
1.1 PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MANUAL
• This manual is part of the product and should be kept near the instrument for easy and
+ To enter in programming mode.
quick reference. + To return to the room temperature display.
• The instrument shall not be used for purposes different from those described hereunder.
It cannot be used as a safety device. 4.1 USE OF LEDS
• Check the application limits before proceeding. Each LED function is described in the following table.
LED MODE FUNCTION
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON Compressor enabled
• Check the supply voltage is correct before connecting the instrument.
Flashing Anti-short cycle delay enabled
• Do not expose to water or moisture: use the controller only within the operating limits
avoiding sudden temperature changes with high atmospheric humidity to prevent ON Defrost enabled
formation of condensation ON An alarm is occurring
• Warning: disconnect all electrical connections before any kind of maintenance.
ON Continuous cycle is running
• Fit the probe where it is not accessible by the End User. The instrument must not be
opened. ON Energy saving enabled
• In case of failure or faulty operation send the instrument back to the distributor or to ON Light on
“Dixell S.p.A.” (see address) with a detailed description of the fault. ON Auxiliary relay on
• Consider the maximum current which can be applied to each relay (see Technical Data). °C/°F ON Measurement unit
• Ensure that the wires for probes, loads and the power supply are separated and far
°C/°F Flashing Programming phase
enough from each other, without crossing or intertwining.
• In case of applications in industrial environments, the use of mains filters (our mod. FT1) 5. MAX & MIN TEMPERATURE MEMORIZATION
in parallel with inductive loads could be useful.
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The following have been handed over If the system is shut down for a long period (winter
System documentation, consisting of: months), a complete inspection and service must be
(check where applicable) performed before switching on and restarting.
Handover Report including
commissioning data ____________
Instailation, Operating and MACHINE DATA
Maintenance Specifications ____________
Instructions for Use of the System type _____________
microprocessor ____________ Serial number _____________
____________________ ____________
INSPECTION – MAINTENANCE
The operator has been informed in precise detail by the Date: ______________________
qualified company of the necessity for regular
inspection and maintenance.
Inspection and maintenance must be performed to
validate any warranty claim.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING The table that follows lists a large proportion of
OBEY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS the fault causes that can occur in practice. These
descriptions are intended for information only
and must not be considered as a repair manual.
Often, the cause of a failure is due to a variety of
WARNING factors. However, these factors can only be
Only qualified service and maintenance technicians evaluated by a qualified refrigeration company
may carry out repairs to the system. During with precise knowledge of the functional
operation, potentially fatal pressures and voltages
interactions.
are generated in the system. All safety precautions
and warnings contained in these documents must be
IMPORTANT
strictly observed.
A large proportion of the functions, faults and
operating states of the system are signalled by
Possible malfunctions to the chiller may occur due to the microprocessor.
the following factors: The microprocessor monitors all the function
areas of the system.
Therefore, this information is also essential in
1. Changes in operating conditions troubleshooting the faults.
2. lnsufficient maintenance and inspection
3. External environmental factors
4. Internal machine factors CHANGES IN OPERATING CONDITIONS
Significant changes in the operating conditions of
5. System factors
the chiller may cause faults, because individual
6. Operating errors components important to the operation of the
system wiII not be tuned to the new operating
mode.
CAUSES OF MALFUNCTIONS
Inform the MANUFACTURER of any intended
change and obtain prior consent.
These causes can be divided into three groups:
WARRANTY WILL BE VOIDED
1. Faults due to the water circuit.
The operator can generally remedy this type of
problem.
2. Electrical faults
With the aid of a qualified electrician, the operator
can partially remedy this type of fault.
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1. No voltage at power terminals of Power failure Check the fuses and wiring
motor starter
2. No voltage at power terminals of Overload tripped Determine the cause. lf all checks good
motor starter reset the overload.
3. Voltage on but not applied down Fuse Blown Change fuse – Identify the fault.
stream of the fuse
4. Main voltage too low Main power grid low Contact electric company
7. Compressor relay does not close Control circuit interupted ldentify the open safety switch and
determine cause
8. Compressor does not start Inlet water temperature does not exceed Check set point and differential
differential set point
2. Suction line exceptionally cold Expansion valve not closing Check the expansion valve
Repair or replace
1. Lack of oil in compressor Oil level too low Oil must be topped up
3. Compressor turning on/off too often Compressor hunting Readjust superheat. Check TXV sensor
position.
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1. Low pressure switch keeps tripping and Chiller low on refrigerant Repair possible leak in the circuit
bubbles in sight glass during normal Top off with refrigerant.
operation
2. Compressor turning on/off to Loose contact in electrical panel Repair or replace the defective switch
frequently
Replace dryer
3. Suction pressure low, ice on top of Filter dryer plugged
compressor
Repair or replace
4. Noisy liquid line solenoid Liquid line solenoid leaking by
1. TXV very noisy during operation Low on refrigerant or faulty TXV Top off refrigerant and or replace TXV
3. Temperature difference up/down Dryer or LL solenoid valve clogged Replace the dryer
stream of filter dryer or LL solenoid
4. No refrigerant flow through TXV TXV clogged or powerhed defective Clean/ replace TXV or powerhead
5. Water flow low Loss of water/glycol and or restriction Meassure GPM and or find and repair
restriction
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1. Normal operation high pressure switch Too much refrigerant in system Check subcooling
trips Remove refrigerant
Insufficant cooling air (ambient)
Clean the condenser
Ambient is high than 95F
Fan(s) do not delivery enough air
Check phase rotation
Defective fan motor
External air resistance too high.
2. High water temperature Heat load exceeded chillers capacity
Send proper load to chiller. Call factory
to see what the chiller was sized for
1. Suction and discharge pressure High pressure valves in compressor are Replace the compressor
equalize after pumpdown causing pressure to bleed by.
1. Fan or fram vibration Fan out of balance Inspect the bearings and visually check
for damage. Is chiller level?
2. No air flow or some fans not running Fan fuse blown Check the voltage.
Check the VFD (if fitted) and measure
the values.
Check the fan motor(s)
1. Large delta T between inlet and Not enough flow through chiller Pressure drop in process cooling circuit
outlet temperatures is too high. Check the GPM
2. Water leaking from pump Mechanical seal defective Replace mechanical seal
3. Pump does not run although cooling Mechanically seal defective or Check amp draw of pump. External
is required overload tripped pressure loss may be too high causing
the amp draw to be higher than
normal
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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Before carrying out any maintenance work, the service technician must be made thoroughly familiar with the
following safety precautions and provisions.
GENERAL WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Avoid any skin contact with gas or refrigerating oiIs.
Severe bums may be caused. Always wear rubber
WARNING gloves when handling dirty parts.
High voltage - Risk of fatal injury
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before WARNING
opening the doors or removing the chiller panels. Risk of injury
If it is necessary to carry out work inside the system
WARNING with the fans running, make sure that no parts of the
High voltage - Risk of fatal injury body or clothing are caught in the fan blades or other
After opening the electrical panel, voltage is applied at moving parts.
input terminals L1, L2, L3
WARNING
Before carrying out any work in the electrical cabinet,
make sure that the main switch is set to the “0FF”
position.
WARNING
Use only the appropriate tools and measuring MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATION
equipment to check the electrical system.
The safety devices installed in the system
WARNING such as flow meters, pressure switches etc. must not
Risk of burns be bypassed.
Exposed copper pipes may be hot. WARRANTY WILL BE VOIDED
WARNING
Danger of suffocation when working with refrigerants, Microprocessor
make sure of good ventilation. Do not smoke. Changes to the programming domain protected by
password may only be made after checking with the
WARNING manufacturer.
Refrigerant must never be discharged into the WARRANTY WILL BE VOIDED
environment. It must be coIlected in a collecting
container for reuse or for return to the manufacturer. Modifications in the control panel
The panel wiring may only be changed with the
consent of the manufacturer.
WARNING Additional wiring is possible
Do not undo any refrigerant or hydraulic connections Any changes to the wiring must be marked in the
until the system is depressurised. wiring diagrams and made available to the operator.
WARNING
Protective goggles and rubber gloves must be worn
when handling refrigerant.
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Preventive Maintenance
WARNING - RISK OF INJURY
IMPORTANT NOTE
Risk of cuts due to the condenser fins. Wear gloves if
The maintenance operations are described below. All
working on the condenser.
operations must be performed step by step and must
be completely finished. RISK OF INJURY
If it is necessary to carry out work inside the system
WARNING with the fans running, make sure that no parts of the
High voltage - Risk of fatal injury body or clothing are caught in the fan blades or other
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before moving parts.
opening the doors or removing the chiller panels.
Checking the air-cooled condenser
Risk of burns 1. Check the condenser coil and clean CAREFULLY.
Exposed copper pipes may be hot. Low PSI compressed air can be used. DO NOT USE
A BRUSH OR SCRAPER OR CODENSER COIL WILL
Checking the refrigerant pipes BE PERMANENTLY DAMAGED.
1. Check the refrigerant piping as far as possible for 2. Straighten bent fins with a fin comb set for the
cracks, damage and oil leaks. correct fin pitch.
2. Check the piping for chafing points, especially
where the pipes are routed very close to the frame
work or along internal components of the chiller. WARNING
3. Check the pipe insulation and repair/replace if After changing any components such as fan baldes,
necessary. etc., insure balance is correct.
4. Check the pipes for vibrations. Check the pipe
mounting clips and re-tighten the screws if 1. Check the fan mounting and, if necessary, tighten
necessary. the securing screws.
2. Check the electrical terminal box.
Checking the water/ glycol Iines 3. Check to make sure the rotation of fans are
1. Check all pipes for vibrations. correct
2. Check the mounting clips and tighten if necessary.
3. Check for leaks at screwed joints and weldings and After completing these operations, re-install any side
repair if necessary. or top panel that was removed. This is to ensure
4. Squeeze the insulation to determine whether it proper air flow is going through condenser
has filled with water. lf so:
Locate the leak and repair Record any repairs/changes on the maintenance log.
5. Check the insulations and repair/replace any
damaged points. WARNING
Note: Condensation may form due to inadequately If unit has shipped with a protective heat shrink wrap,
insulated chilled water pipes. the wrap , must be removed immediately so moisture
WARNING does not collect inside the wrap. Please contact Motivair
High voltage - risk of fatal injury for any long term storage requirements.
Disconnect the unit from the power supply
WARNING - RISK OF BURNS 1. Carry out the acid test and send it with the
Do not undo any refrigerant connections until the compressor to the manufacturer for damage
system is depressurised. analysis.
2. Check: the power supply of the refrigerant circuit
WARNING
must be disconnected.
When working on the refrigerant circuit, open the
compressor breaker in the electrical cabinet.
CARE
High voltage - Risk of fatal injury
Disconnect the main current supply to the unit if the
Compressor replacement after mechanical fault power supply has to be maintained (to operate the
second circuit)
lf a mechanical fault is found, and the acid test is OBEY THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
negative, replace the compressor as follows:
3. Check the electrical circuit in the electrical cabinet
1. Check: the power supply to the circuit must be for blown fuses, charred contacts, overload
disconnected. contacts and relays.
Check the input and output terminals of the
compressor circuit.
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WARNING
Refrigerant must never be discharged into the
environment. It must be collected in a collecting
container for proper disposal
WARNING
Avoid any skin contact with gas or refrigeration oils.
Severe burns may be caused. Always wear rubber
gloves when handling dirty parts.
Note: Check that the inlet and outlet valves are not
fouled after the severe burn-out. Before connecting
the new compressor, the valves must be carefully
cleaned and/or replaced.
Check the seals in the service valves .
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Clean exchangers subject to fouling (scale, sludge deposits, etc.) periodically, depending on
specific conditions. A marked increase in pressure drop and/or reduction in performance
usually indicate cleaning is necessary. Since the difficulty of cleaning increases rapidly as the
scale thickens or deposits increase, the intervals between cleanings should not be excessive.
Back flush with a high pressure stream of hot water to remove loose deposits. Circulating hot
wash oil or light distillate will usually effectively remove sludge or similar soft deposits.
In some applications the fouling tendency can be very high, e.g. when using extremely hard
water at high temperatures. Use a tank with weak acid, 5% phosphoric acid or, if the exchanger
is frequently cleaned, 5% oxalic acid. Pump the cleaning liquid through the exchanger.
For optimum cleaning, the cleaning solution flow rate should be a minimum of 1.5 times the
normal flow rate, preferably in a back-flush mode. After use, DO NOT to forget to rinse the heat
exchanger carefully with clean water. A solution of 1-2% sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or sodium
bicarbonate (NaHCO) before the last rinse ensures that all acid is neutralized. Clean at regular
intervals.
If the heat exchanger is excessively fouled and it cannot be cleaned by commercial cleaning
methods, then replacement of the unit is suggested.
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The compressors designed for operation with chlorine- The use of polyester oils ("POE"s) is necessary for
free refrigerants are factory-filled with ester oils operation with chlorine-free refrigerants.
approved by the compressor manufacturer and are
marked accordingly. Compared to mineral oils, POEs have high hygroscopicity
(moisture absorption).
Compared to single-substance refrigerants and
azeotropic and quasi-azeotropic mixtures, the zeotropic If POE is exposed for only a short time to the ambient air,
refrigerant mixtures are characterised by a wider it absorbs so much moisture that it is no longer acceptable
temperature variation. Specific effects on system for use in refrigeration circuits.
maintenance and repairs must therefore be taken into
account. Since a POE binds moisture more firmly than mineral oil,
the moisture is more difficult to remove from the system
Due to the fact that zeotropic mixtures can have by vacuum.
different compositions in the liquid and gas phases, it is
especially important that these refrigerants are only Consequently, we recommend filling the system with a
ever poured into the system in the Iiquid state. POE containing Iess than 50ppm moisture particles.
Therefore: strictly follow the filling instructions of the With the use of appropriately sized filter dryers, the
refrigerant manufacturer. moisture content in the system can be kept below 50 ppm.
In the event of a Ieak, the change in mixture lf the moisture level rises to unacceptable Ievels, corrosion
composition Ieads to reduced superheat at the and copper-plating can occur.
thermostatic expansion valve and ultimately to liquid
flood back in the compressor. By perfect evacuation, the residual moisture can be
reduced to 10 ppm.
Another aspect of the mixture change is sudden
‘hunting’ of the expansion valve. The system is evacuated to 500 microns. In the event of
any doubt regarding the moisture level in the system, an
Tests by refrigerant manufacturers and the past oil sample should be taken and analysed for water
experience of users have shown that this situation can content.
be stabilized by filling the system with the original
composition. The installed indicator sight glasses can be used for the
new refrigerants and oils, but they do not show the actual
Before replacing the entire refrigerant charge, a mixture moisture content, which may be higher than shown in the
concentration analysis is recommended. sight glass due to the high hygroscopicity (moisture
absorption).
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2) Prices are quoted FOB point of shipment, and are subject to change without notice. All prices are exclusive of any sales, use,
State, Federal, or local taxes. The collection & payment of such taxes are the responsibility of the Buyer.
3) Upon transfer of the equipment from the Seller to a common carrier, title shall pass to the Buyer. The Buyer assumes all risks of
loss or damage during transit. The buyer must file claims for such loss or damage with the carrier, with assistance from the Seller.
4) Seller shall not be liable for any damages or consequential losses of any kind, arising out of its inability to deliver due to labor,
suppliers, fire, flood, delays of any kind, acts of God, or any other cause whatsoever.
5) Seller warrants all equipment to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of fourteen (14) months from the
date of shipment or 12 months from the date of startup, provided the equipment is applied, installed and maintained in accordance
with Seller’s recommendations. Seller’s liability is limited solely to repair or replacement of the defective item, at Sellers option,
excluding labor or freight. Under no circumstances shall Seller be liable for any losses, rental equipment charges, or consequential
damages of any kind, howsoever caused. All warranty interpretations and limitations are defined in the Motivair Standard Product
Warranty, a copy of which is available to Buyer on request.
6) Seller makes no warranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability, fitness or suitability for any
particular purpose, with respect to the equipment.
7) Buyer must obtain written permission from Seller, prior to returning any equipment for warranty, credit, or any other reason
whatsoever. The terms of any warranty returns or associated credits are in strict accordance with the above referenced Motivair
Standard Product Warranty. All goods returned for reasons other than warranty shall be subject to a re-stocking charge of no less
than 15%, not to exceed the full invoiced value of the equipment, to be determined at the sole discretion of the Seller. Return freight
charges, plus the risk of loss or damage, whether or not it occurs during shipment back to Seller, will be borne solely by the Buyer.
8) Order changes must be submitted in writing by the Buyer and acknowledged in writing by the Seller, before such changes shall be
deemed valid. Cancellations shall be subject to a charge not to exceed the value of the original order, at the sole discretion of the
Seller. Buyer shall also be responsible for all freight costs associated with any order changes or cancellations.
9) Terms of payment shall be net 30 days to all credit-approved Buyers, from the date of shipment or consignment to a common
carrier, for all standard or inventoried items. Seller will allow a cash discount of 1% for prompt payment received within ten (10) days
of Sellers invoice date.
10) Terms of payment for large or custom orders shall be specified at the time of order acknowledgement. No contractor or
performance payment retention is allowed for any reason whatsoever, beyond these payment terms.
11) A finance charge of 1.5% per month will be applied to all overdue accounts. In the event Seller utilizes a collection agency or
legal proceedings to recover money due and payable to Seller under this agreement, Buyer agrees to pay for all costs directly
associated with this collection.
12) This contract shall be governed in strict accordance with the laws of New York State. If any of these terms are held to be invalid
by a prevailing court of law, the remainder of these terms shall remain in effect, and shall not be affected by the invalid portion.
13) This contract shall constitute the entire agreement between Buyer and Seller. All terms and conditions contained herein shall be
deemed acceptable by the Buyer and shall prevail over any and all terms stipulated within the Buyer’s purchase order, unless
specifically amended by the Buyer, and agreed by the Seller in writing.
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