
INSTALLATION, OPERATING &
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Ultima Compact Condensing Unit
Air Cooled Condensing Unit
30kW - 450kW

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About Airedale Products & Customer Services
WARRANTY,
COMMISSIONING &
MAINTENANCE
As standard, Airedale guarantees all non consumable parts only for a period of 12 months,
variations tailored to suit product and application are also available, please contact Airedale for full
terms and details.
To further protect your investment in Airedale products, we have introduced Airedale Service, who
can provide full commissioning services, comprehensive maintenance packages and service cover
24 hours a day, 365 days a year (UK mainland). For a free quotation contact our Airedale Service or
your local Sales Engineer.
All Airedale products are designed in accordance with EU Directives regarding prevention of build up
of water, associated with the risk of contaminants such as Legionella.
Where applicable, effective removal of condensate is achieved by gradient drainage to outlets and
where used, humidification systems produce sterile, non-toxic steam during normal operation.
For effective prevention of such risk it is necessary that the equipment is maintained in accordance
with Airedale recommendations.
Warranty cover is not a substitute for Maintenance. Warranty cover is conditional to
maintenance being carried out in accordance with the recommendations provided during the
warranty period. Failure to have the maintenance procedures carried out will invalidate the
warranty and any liabilities by Airedale International Air Conditioning Ltd.
A spares list for 1, 3 and 5 years will be supplied with every unit and is also available from our
Spares department on request.
As well as our comprehensive range of products, Airedale offers a modular range of Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning Training courses, for further information please contact Airedale.
For further assistance, please e-mail: enquiries@airedale.com or telephone:
tech.support@airedale.com
For information, visit us at our Web Site: www.airedale.com
AIAC Ltd endeavours to ensure that the information in this document is correct and fairly stated, but
none of the statements are to be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. AIAC Ltd does
not accept liability for any error or omission, or for any reliance placed on the information contained
in this document.
The development of Airedale products and services is continuous and the information in this
document may not be up to date. It is important to check the current position with AIAC Ltd at the
address stated. This document is not part of a contract or licence unless expressly agreed.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems, for
any purpose other than the purchaser's personal use, without the express written permission of
AIAC Ltd.
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GENERAL STATEMENT 4
WARRANTY 5
GENERAL DESCRIPTION 6
Unit Identification 6
Introduction 6
Standard Features 6
Features - Variations 8
Optional Extras - Energy Saving 9
Optional Extras – General 9
INSTALLATION DATA 10
Dimensions 10
Unit Lifting 14
Anti Vibration Mounting – Optional 15
Positioning 16
Refrigeration System 17
Refrigeration Connections 18
Pipe Sizing Guide 18
Pipework Installation 18
Pressure Testing 19
Evacuation 19
Electrical 19
Interconnecting Wiring 20
Electrical Data 21
CONTROLS 25
Viewing Unit Operating Status 26
Setting up 26
Alarms 27
COMMISSIONING DATA 28
Operating Limits 28
Mechanical Data 28
Unloading Protection 28
COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE 29
Pre Commissioning Checklist 29
Commissioning Checklist 31
MAINTENANCE 34
General Maintenance 34
Compressor Maintenance 35
Shut Down Periods 35
PARTS IDENTIFICATION 36

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The information contained in this manual is critical to the correct operation and
maintenance of the unit and should be read by all persons responsible for the installation,
commissioning and maintenance of this Airedale unit.
The equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any mechanical/electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to
obtain the best results.
1 Service and maintenance of Airedale equipment should only be carried out
by Technically trained competent personnel.
2 When working with any air conditioning units ensure that the electrical
isolator is switched off prior to servicing or repair work and that there is no
power to any part of the equipment.
3 Also ensure that there are no other power feeds to the unit such as fire alarm
circuits, BMS circuits etc
4 Electrical installation commissioning and maintenance work on this equipment
should be undertaken by competent and trained personnel in accordance with
local relevant standards and codes of practice.
5 Refrigerant used in this range of products is classified under the COSHH
regulations as an irritant, with set Occupational Exposure Levels (OEL) for
consideration if this plant is installed in confined or poorly ventilated areas.
6 A full hazard data sheet in accordance with COSHH regulations is available
should this be required.

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To be read in conjunction with Airedale International Air Conditioning Ltd standard Conditions
of Sale.
The equipment carries Airedale’s standard warranty for a period of 24 months from the date of
despatch or of invoice which ever is the sooner in respect of non-consumable parts only and
does not include for the cost of labour incurred during the investigation or replacement of a
defective item.
WARRANTY IS ONLY
VALID IN THE EVENT
THAT:
1 The equipment is serviced & maintained by Airedale or an approved Airedale company
in accordance with the Installation & Maintenance manual provided, during the
Warranty Period.
2 Commissioning is carried out by Airedale or an approved Airedale company.
3 Commissioning documents have been completed and returned to Airedale within
28 days of the date of commissioning.
4 Replaced faulty parts have been returned to Airedale within 21days of replacement
for evaluation.
Any spare part supplied by Airedale under the warranty shall be warranted for the unexpired
period of the warranty or 3 months from delivery whichever period is the longer, with the
exception of compressors on which a further 12 months warranty is granted.
When a component part fails, a replacement part should be obtained through our Spares
department. If the part is considered to be under warranty, the following details are required to
process this requirement.
Full description of part
required, including Airedale's
part number, if known.
Faulty Component Return Tag
SERIAL No (where applicable)
FAULTY DESCRIPTION (‘Faulty’ or ‘Defective’ not sufficient)
2. Component (if different)
Airedale International Air Conditioning Limited
Leeds Road, Rawdon, Leeds LS19 6JY
Tel: 0113 239 1000 Fax: 0113 250 7219
To be filled in and attached complete to faulty component
The original equipment serial
(U) or (BP) number.
An appropriate purchase
order number.
A spares order will be raised under our "G" number system and the replacement part will be
despatched, usually within 24 hours should they be in stock.
When replaced, the faulty part must be returned to Airedale with a suitably completed and
securely attached "Faulty Component Return" (FCR) tag. FCR tags are available from Airedale
and supplied with each "G" order.
On receipt of the faulty part, suitably tagged, Airedale will pass to its Warranty department,
where it will be fully inspected and tested in order to identify the reason for failure, identifying at
the same time whether warranty is justified or not.
On completion of the investigation of the returned part, a full "Report on Goods Returned" will
be issued. On occasion the release of this complete report may be delayed as component
manufacturer becomes involved in the investigation.
When warranty is allowed, a credit against the "G" number invoice will be raised. Should
warranty be refused the "G" number invoice becomes payable on normal terms.
Warranty may be refused for the following reasons:
Misapplication of product or component
Incorrect site installation
Incomplete commissioning documentation
Inadequate site installation
Inadequate site maintenance
Damage caused by mishandling
Replaced part being returned damaged without explanation
Unnecessary delays incurred in return of defective component
All faulty components returned under warranty are analysed on a monthly basis as a means of
verifying component and product reliability as well as supplier performance. It is important that
all component failures are reported correctly.

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AIR COOLED CONDENSING UNIT
Ultima Compact Condensing Unit - Cooling Only
Model Size (Expressed as Nominal Cooling in kW)
Single Circuit - Quiet (Models 30-80 (Except 75) Only)
Single Circuit - Super Quiet (Models 30-80 (Except 75) Only)
Double Circuit - Standard
Double Circuit - Super Quiet
Single or Double Row of Fans
The Airedale range of Ultima Compact air cooled condensing units covers the nominal
capacity range 30kW to 450kW in 24 model sizes. The range is available with many
optional variations including Quiet and Super Quiet sound level variants.
The range is suitable for a wide range of split-system applications such as Cold Storage,
large Retail Comfort Cooling, Process Cooling, Healthcare, Hi-Tech environments
and leisure.
Attention has been placed on maximising the unit’s performance while keeping the sound
and vibration levels and footprint to an absolute minimum.
Airedale certify that the equipment detailed in this manual conforms with the following
EC Directives:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
89/392/EEC in the version 98/37/EC
Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
To comply with these directives appropriate national & harmonised standards have been
applied. These are listed on the Declaration of Conformity, supplied with each product.
The range has been designed and optimised for operation with the ozone benign
R407C refrigerant.
The base is fabricated from galvanised steel to ensure a tough, durable,
weatherproof construction.
The superstructure is manufactured from galvanised sheet steel coated with epoxy baked
powder paint to provide a durable and weatherproof finish. Standard unit colour is Light
Grey (RAL 7035).
Compressors and heat exchangers are mounted on a rigid galvanised heavy-duty sub
frame. Fully weatherproofed electrical panels are situated at one end of the unit. Access
to the compressors is via end panels adjacent to the electrical control panel.
Dedicated Compressor Enclosure
Condenser Fan Discharge Plenum

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Large surface area coil(s) ideally positioned to optimise airflow and heat transfer,
manufactured from refrigeration quality copper tubes with mechanically bonded
aluminium fins.
Axial fan assemblies with fingerproof grille and incorporating external rotor motor
technology, to provide highly accurate discreet speed control, discharge air vertically. The
fans offer maximum performance while keeping sound levels to a minimum.
Electrical supply dependent upon model size, refer to Electrical Data.
Electronic head pressure controllers are fitted which modulate the fan speed to maintain
a constant condensing pressure, allowing the system to operate satisfactorily in ambient
temperatures as low as -20°C.
Head pressure can be set, monitored and values viewed at the microprocessor keypad.
Scroll compressors comprising:
Internal motor protection
Internal pressure relief
Non return valve
External discharge temperature protection
Oil sight glass
Sump heater
Each Tandem / Trio set has an oil equalisation line.
The compressors are mounted to the rigid galvanised heavy duty sub-frame with the use
of vibration reducing isolation.
Each refrigeration circuit is supplied with the following:
Holding charge of Helium
Suction line ball valve
Low pressure cut out with manual reset via microprocessor controller
High pressure switch with manual reset
Pressure relief valve with integral rupture disc and indicator gauge
Refer to Features - Variations for further detail.
microprocessor controller can provide 2-6 stages of capacity control,
dependent upon model type, as standard. The controller incorporates full Building
Management System capabilities, full details can be found in the Controls section.
Control management is offered in 1 of 4 of the most common types, to select via the
microprocessor, to be specified at time of order:
Suction Pressure Monitoring
Remote Space Temperature Sensor
Dedicated weatherproof electrical power and controls panels are situated at the end of
the unit and contain:
Separate, fully accessible, controls compartment, allowing adjustment of control
set points whilst the unit is operational
Circuit breakers for protection of all major unit components
Separate, permanent supply for controls/trace heating, 230V/50Hz/1ph
The electrical power and control panel is wired to the latest European standards and
codes of practice.
Refer to Features - Variations for further detail.

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UCCU30, UCCU40,
UCCU50, UCCU60,
UCCU70 &
UCCU80
UCCU75,
UCCU100,
UCCU125 &
UCCU150
UCCU110,
UCCU130,
UCCU160 &
UCCU180
UCCU200,
UCCU225 &
UCCU250
UCCU240, UCCU270,
UCCU300, UCCU330,
UCCU360, UCCU400
& UCC450
4 x eye bolts to BS4278 or Integrated lugs/Mounting feet
Acoustically lined compressor enclosure
Number of Independent Refrigeration Circuits
Scroll Compressor Arrangement
1 x Tandem Set
or 2 x Single
Extra Low speed condenser fan
Door isolated mains power compartments
Dedicated bus-bar chamber for incoming 3-phase &
earth mains power supply (no neutral required)
Phase Rotation Protection

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OPTIONAL EXTRAS - ENERGY SAVING
When applied to the motors of each compressor, the compressor power factor is
controlled to a minimum operating value of 0.95 at the full operating capacity. This
satisfies many supply authorities that may impose surcharges on equipment with power
factor less than 0.95.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS – GENERAL
Condenser Fan Discharge Air Plenum Extension
Power Factor Correction
Epoxy Coated Condenser Coils
Dual Pressure Relief Valve
Discharge Line Ball Valve
Discharge Line non-Return Valve
Suction Line Accumulator
Liquid Receiver & Pressure Relief Valve
Filter Drier & Sight Glass
Phase Rotation Protection
Alternative Refrigerant (Outside EU)

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UCCU30 - UCCU80
(Except UCCU75)
UCCU75 - UCCU150
(Except UCCU80)
Have only 4 fixing and 4 point loadings.
1 Electric Control Panels
2 Mains Electric Isolators
3 Mains Cable Entry
4 20mm Ø Mounting Holes
5 Optional Plenum Extension
6 Refrigeration Connections
7 Single Circuit
8 Dual Circuit
1 Electric Control Panels
2 Mains Electric Isolators
3 Mains Cable Entry
4 20mm Ø Mounting Holes
5 Optional Plenum Extension
6 Refrigeration Connections
7 Emergency Stop

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POINT LOADINGS, WEIGHTS & CENTRE OF GRAVITY (C OF G)
UCCU30 - UCCU80 (Except UCCU75)
UCC75 - UCC150 (Except UCC80)
Have only 4 fixing and 4 point loadings.

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Model D A B C D E F G H J K L
Model DQ A B C D E F G H J K L
Have only 4 fixing and 4 point loadings.
Have only 6 fixing and 6 point loadings.
1 Electric Control Panels
2 Mains Electric Isolators
3 Mains Cable Entry
4 20mm Ø Mounting Holes
5 Optional Plenum Extension
6 Refrigeration Connections
7 Emergency Stop