IMPORTANT: Read the entire instruction manual before
starting installation.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Installation and servicing of air-conditioning equipment can
be hazardous due to system pressure and electrical components. Only trained and qualified service personnel should
install, repair, or service air-conditioning equipment.
Untrained personnel can perform basic maintenance function of cleaning coils. All other operations should be performed
by trained service personnel. When working on air-conditioning equipment, observe precautions in the literature, tags and
labels attached to the unit, and other safety precautions that
may apply.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, maintenance, or use can cause explosion, fire, electrical shock or
other conditions which may cause personal injury or property
damage. Consult a qualified installer, service agency, or your
distributor or branch for information or assistance. The
qualified installer or agency must use factory-authorized kits or
accessories when modifying this product. Refer to the individual instructions packaged with the kits or accessories when
installing.
Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses and work
gloves. Use quenching cloth for brazing operations. Have fire
extinguisher available. Read these instructions thoroughly and
follow all warnings or cautions attached to the unit. Consult
local building codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC,
U.S.A.) for special installation requirements.
Understand the signal words — DANGER, WARNING,
and CAUTION. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards
which will result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING signifies hazards that could result in personal injury or
death. CAUTION is used to identify unsafe practices, which
would result in minor personal injury or product and property
damage.
Manufacturer reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, specifications or designs without notice and without incurring obligations.
Catalog No. 04-53500073-01Printed in U.S.A.Form 50PSW-C1SIPg 110-10Replaces: New
Recognize safety information. This is the safety alert
symbol (). When you see this symbol on the unit and in
instructions or manuals, be alert to the potential for personal
injury.
WARNING
Electrical shock can cause personal injury or death. Before
installing or servicing system, always turn off main power
to system. There may be more than one disconnect switch.
Turn off accessory heater power if applicable. Install lockout tag.
GENERAL
The Aquazone™ 50PSW water source heat pump (WSHP)
is a single-package vertically mounted unit with electronic controls designed for year-round cooling and heating.
IMPORTANT: The installation of water source heat pump
units and all associated components, parts, and accessories
which make up the installation shall be in accordance with
the regulations of ALL authorities having jurisdiction and
MUST conform to all applicable codes. It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to determine and comply
with ALL applicable codes and regulations.
INSTALLATION
Step 1 — Check Jobsite —
maintenance instructions are provided with each unit. Before
unit start-up, read all manuals and become familiar with the
unit and its operation. Thoroughly check out the system before
operation. Complete the inspections and instructions listed
below to prepare a unit for installation. See Table 1 for unit
physical data.
Units are designed for indoor installation only. Be sure to allow adequate space around the unit for servicing. See Fig. 1
and 2 for overall unit dimensions.
These units are not approved for outdoor installation and
must be installed indoors in the structure being conditioned. Do
not locate in areas where ambient conditions are not maintained within 4.4 to 37.8 C.
Installation, operation and
CAUTION
To avoid equipment damage, do not use these units as a
source of heating or cooling during the construction process. The mechanical components used in these units can
quickly become clogged with construction dirt and debris
which may cause system damage.
Step 2 — Check Unit — Upon receipt of shipment at
the jobsite, carefully check the shipment against the bill of
lading. Make sure all units have been received. Inspect the carton or crating of each unit, and inspect each unit for damage.
Ensure the shipping company makes proper notation of any
shortages or damage on all copies of the freight bill. Concealed
damage not discovered during unloading must be reported to
the shipping company within 15 days of receipt of shipment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the purchaser to file all
necessary claims with the shipping company.
1. Verify unit is correct model for entering water temperature of job.
2. Be sure the location chosen for unit installation provides
ambient temperatures maintained above freezing. Well
water applications are especially susceptible to freezing.
3. Be sure the installation location is isolated from sleeping
areas, private offices and other acoustically sensitive
spaces.
NOTE: A sound control accessory package may be used
to help eliminate sound in sensitive spaces.
4. Provide sufficient access to allow maintenance and
servicing of the compressor and coils.
5. Provide an unobstructed path to the unit within the closet
or mechanical room. Space should be sufficient to allow
removal of unit if necessary.
6. Provide ready access to water valves and fittings, and
screwdriver access to unit side panels.
7. Where access to side panels is limited, pre-removal of the
control box side mounting screws may be necessary for
future servicing.
STORAGE — If the equipment is not needed for immediate
installation upon its arrival at the jobsite, it should be left in its
shipping carton and stored in a clean, dry area of the building
or in a warehouse. Units must be stored in an upright position
at all times. If carton stacking is necessary, stack units a maximum of 3 cartons high. Do not remove any equipment from its
shipping package until it is needed for installation.
Table 1 — 50PSW Unit Physical Data
50PSW UNIT SIZE036060120180360
NOMINAL CAPACITY (kW)10.517.635.249.2105.5
WEIGHT (kg)
Factory Charge Per Circuit (kg)2.042.832.836.806.80
CONNECTIONS, FPT (in.)
Commercial Load/Source
HWG Water In/Out
WATER VOL UM E ( L)3.645.0410.0213.2725.44
LEGENDNOTES:
HWG — Hot Water Generator
3
/
4
11
1
/
2
1. Maximum working pressure on the base unit is 3445 kPa.
2. Units have a dual isolated compressor mounting.
3. Units have a balanced port expansion valve (TXV).
4. Insulated source and load water coils are standard.
5. Insulated refrigerant circuit is standard.
6. Compressor is on (green) light and fault on (red) light.
1
/
2
2
N/A
2
2
B
Fig. 1 — 50PSW036-120 Unit
SIZES 036,060
LEGEND
NOTES:
1. Dimensions shown in centimeters unless noted otherwise.
2. HACR circuit breaker in U.S.A. only.
50PSW
UNIT
SIZE
OVERALL CABINET
(mm)
WATER CONNECTIONS (mm)
ELECTRIC ACCESS PLUGS
(mm)
1234 5 6
Source (Outdoor)Load (Indoor)HWG
A
DepthBWidthCHeightDWater InEWate r OutFWater InGWater OutHReturn InJWater Out
K
Low
Volt ag e
L
External
Pump
M
Power
Supply
036,060778645838 69239493622709772531582785
1207781344940640640765765886886759810874
HWG — Hot Water Generator
HACR —
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
SIZE 120
A
5
6
4.6 cm
2.5 cm
C
Optional
Service Access
2.5 cm
M
L
K
Req
Service
4
3
2
1
uire
Access
C
J
H
G
F
E
D
d
18.5 cm
B
A
4.3 cm
5
6
4
2
3.3 cm
6.9 cm
3
1
Optional
Service Access
Required
Access
Service
3
31.338.111.4
10.8
Power Supply Wiring
34.9 x 50.8 mm Double Knockout
10.8
Control Wiring
28.6 x 34.9 mm Double Knockout
11.4
2”FPT Water Connections
38.1
13.8
53.3
Fault/Run Lights
163.8
Left
Side
View
Front
View
To p
View
Load
Source
Side
Refrig.
Circuit
Access
Panel
Front
Compressor
Access
Panel
Electrical
Access
Panel
Header
Access
Panel
To p
Minimum91cm
Required Service
Access
114.6
66.9
Optional (Single Unit)
91cm Additional
Service Access
Fig. 2 — 50PSW180,360 Unit
LEGEND
FPT — Female Pipe Thread
NOTES:
1. Dimensions shown in centimeters unless noted otherwise.
2. For multiple units placed side by side, allow 1.2 m minimum front access for service and maintenance.
PROTECTION — Once the units are properly positioned on
the jobsite, they must be covered with either a shipping carton,
vinyl film, or an equivalent protective covering. Open ends of
pipes stored on the jobsite must be capped. This precaution is
especially important in areas where painting, plastering, or
spraying of fireproof material, etc., is not yet complete. Foreign
material that is allowed to accumulate within the units can prevent proper start-up and necessitate costly clean-up operations.
Before installing any of the system components, be sure to
examine each pipe, fitting, and valve, and remove any dirt or
foreign material found in or on these components.
CAUTION
DO NOT store or install units in corrosive environments or
in locations subject to temperature or humidity extremes
(e.g., attics, garages, rooftops, etc.). Corrosive conditions
and high temperature or humidity can significantly reduce
performance, reliability, and service life. Always move
units in an upright position. Tilting units on their sides may
cause equipment damage.
INSPECT UNIT — To prepare the unit for installation, complete the procedures listed below:
1. Compare the electrical data on the unit nameplate with
ordering and shipping information to verify that the
correct unit has been shipped.
2. Verify that the unit is the correct model for the entering
water temperature of the job.
3. Wait to remove the packaging until the unit is ready for
installation.
4. Verify that the refrigerant tubing is free of kinks or dents,
and that it does not touch other unit components.
5. Inspect all electrical connections. Be sure connections are
clean and tight at the terminals.
6. Loosen bolts and remove shipping clamps on compressors equipped with external spring vibration isolators.
Compressors are internally spring-mounted.
7. Locate and verify any accessory kit located in compressor
section.
4
Fig. 3 — Typical Water Loop System —
Boiler, Tower, or Ground (Sizes 180,360 Shown)
Control
Wiring
Power
Disconnect
Source Connections
(Boiler/Tower/Ground)
Load Connections (Hot
Water/Chilled Water)
Automatic Flow
Regulator
Ball Valve
with Pressure
Temperature Port
Ball Valve
with Pressure
Temperature Port
Y Strainer with
Blow Down Valve
a50-8138
8. Remove any access panel screws that may be difficult to
remove once unit is installed.
Step 3 — Locate Unit — The following guidelines
should be considered when choosing a location for the WSHP:
• Units are for indoor use only.
• Provide sufficient space for water and electrical
connections.
• Locate unit in an area that allows for easy access and
removal of access panels.
• Allow enough space for service personnel to perform
maintenance.
Step 4 — Mount Unit — Mount unit as shown in Fig. 3.
Rod attachments must be able to support the weight of the unit.
See Table 1 for unit operating weight.
Step 5 — Connect Piping — Depending on the appli-
cation, there are 3 types of WSHP piping systems to choose
from: water loop, ground-water and ground loop. Refer to the
Carrier System Design Manual for additional information.
All WSHP units utilize low temperature soldered female
pipe thread fittings for water connections to prevent annealing
and out-of-round leak problems which are typically associated
with high temperature brazed connections. When making piping connections, consider the following:
• A backup wrench must be used when making screw connections to unit to prevent internal damage to piping.
• Insulation may be required on piping to avoid condensation in the case where fluid in loop piping operates at
temperatures below dew point of adjacent air.
• Piping systems that contain steel pipes or fittings may
be subject to galvanic corrosion. Dielectric fittings may
be used to isolate the steel parts of the system to avoid
galvanic corrosion.
• Units may be manifolded together via top water connects
to get increased temperatures, when piped in series, or
greater capacity, when piped in parallel.
WATER SUPPLY AND QUALITY — Check water supply.
Water supply should be plentiful and of good quality. See
Table 2 for water quality guidelines.
IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with the above required
water quality and quantity limitations and the closedsystem application design requirements may cause damage
to the tube-in-tube heat exchanger that is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
In all applications, the quality of the water circulated
through the heat exchanger must fall within the ranges listed in
the Water Quality Guidelines table. Consult a local water treatment firm, independent testing facility, or local water authority
for specific recommendations to maintain water quality within
the published limits.
WATER LOOP APPLICATIONS — Water loop applications usually include a number of units plumbed to a common
piping system. Maintenance to any of these units can introduce
air into the piping system. Therefore, air elimination
equipment comprises a major portion of the mechanical room
plumbing.
The flow rate is usually set between 2.9 L/m and 3.9 L/m
per kW of cooling capacity. For proper maintenance and servicing, pressure-temperature (P/T) ports are necessary for temperature and flow verification.
In addition to complying with any applicable codes, consider the following for system piping:
• Piping systems utilizing water temperatures below
10.0 C require 13 mm closed cell insulation on all piping
surfaces to eliminate condensation.
• All plastic to metal threaded fittings should be avoided
due to the potential to leak. Use a flange fitted substitute.
• Teflon* tape thread sealant is recommended to minimize
internal fouling of the heat exchanger.
• Use backup wrench. Do not overtighten connections.
• Route piping to avoid service access areas to unit.
• The piping system should be flushed prior to operation to
remove dirt and foreign materials from the system.
Cooling tower/boiler systems typially use a common loop
maintained between 16 and 32 C. The use of a closed circuit
evaporative cooling tower with a secondary heat exchanger between the tower and the water loop is recommended. If an open
type cooling tower is used continuously, chemical treatment
and filtering will be necessary.
GROUND-WATER APPLICATIONS — In addition to
complying with any applicable codes, consider the following
for system piping:
• Install shut-off valves for servicing.
• Install pressure-temperature plugs to measure flow and
temperature.
• Boiler drains and other valves should be connected using
a “T” connector to allow acid flushing for the heat
exchanger.
• Do not overtighten connections.
• Route piping to avoid service access areas to unit.
• Use PVC SCH80 or copper piping material.
NOTE: PVC SCH40 should not be used due to system high
pressure and temperature extremes.
GROUND-LOOP APPLICATIONS — Temperatures be-
tween –3.9 and 43.3 C and a cooling capacity of 2.9 L/m and
3.9 L/m per kW are recommended. In addition to complying
with any applicable codes, consider the following for system
piping:
• Piping materials should be limited to only polyethylene
fusion in the buried sections of the loop.
• Galvanized or steel fittings should not be used at any
time due to corrosion.
• All plastic to metal threaded fittings should be avoided
du
e to the potential to leak. Use a flange fitted substitute.
• Do not overtighten connections.
• Route piping to avoid service access areas to unit.
• Pressure-temperature (P/T) plugs should be used to mea-
sure flow of pressure drop.
*Teflon is a trademark of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company.
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Table 2 — Water Quality Guidelines
CONDITION
Scaling Potential — Primary Measurement
Above the given limits, scaling is likely to occur. Scaling indexes should be calculated using the limits below.
pH/Calcium
Hardness Method
Index Limits for Probable Scaling Situations (Operation outside these limits is not recommended.)
Scaling indexes should be calculated at 150 F for direct use and HWG applications, and at 90 F for indirect HX use. A monitoring plan should be
implemented.
Ryznar Stability Index
Langelier Saturation Index
Iron Fouling
Corrosion Prevention††
Erosion and Clogging
HWG— Hot Water Generator
HX — Heat Exchanger
N/A — Design Limits Not Applicable Consid-
NR — Application Not Recommended
SS — Stainless Steel
*Heat exchanger materials considered are copper, cupronickel,
†Closed recirculating system is identified by a closed pressurized
**Recirculating open wells should observe the open recirculating
2+
Iron Fe
(Bacterial Iron Potential)AllN/A
Iron Fouling
pH
Hydrogen Sulfide (H
Ammonia Ion as Hydroxide, Chloride, Nitrate and
Sulfate Compounds
Maximum Chloride LevelsMaximum allowable at maximum water temperature.
Based upon 150 F HWG and direct well, 85 F indirect well HX.
2+
If Fe
Minimize steel pipe below 7 and no open tanks with pH <8.
At H2S>0.2 ppm, avoid use of copper and cupronickel piping of HXs.
Copper alloy (bronze or brass) cast components are okay to <0.5 ppm.
50 F (10 C)75 F (24 C)100 F (38 C)
<20 ppmNRNR
<10 ppm (<1 ppm “sandfree” for reinjection) of particles and a maximum velocity of 6 fps. Filtered for maximum 800 micron size. Any particulate that is not removed can potentially clog components.
††If the concentration of these corrosives exceeds the maximum
allowable level, then the potential for serious corrosion problems
exists.
Sulfides in the water quickly oxidize when exposed to air, requir-
ing that no agitation occur as the sample is taken. Unless tested
immediately at the site, the sample will require stabilization with a
few drops of one Molar zinc acetate solution, allowing accurate
sulfide determination up to 24 hours after sampling. A low pH and
high alkalinity cause system problems, even when both values are
within ranges shown. The term pH refers to the acidity, basicity, or
neutrality of the water supply. Below 7.0, the water is considered
to be acidic. Above 7.0, water is considered to be basic. Neutral
water contains a pH of 7.0.
To convert ppm to grains per gallon, divide by 17. Hardness in
mg/l is equivalent to ppm.
If <–0.5 minimize steel pipe use.
(ferrous) >0.2 ppm with pH 6 - 8, O2<5 ppm check for
Above this level deposition will occur.
Rotten egg smell appears at 0.5 ppm level.
6.0 - 7.5
–0.5 to +0.5
<0.2 ppm (Ferrous)
iron bacteria.
<0.5 ppm of Oxygen
6 - 8.5
<0.5 ppm
<0.5 ppm
UNIT LOAD PIPING — For applications with wide temperature variation such as heating/cooling coils:
• Use piping materials that are rated for the maximum temperature and pressure combination. This excludes PVC
for most heating applications.
• Ensure load water flow in high temperature heating
applications is at least 3.2 L/m per kW to improve performance and reduce nuisance high pressure faults.
• DO NOT employ plastic to metal threaded joints.
• Utilize a pressure tank and air separator vent system to
equalize pressure and remove air.
• Employ an 800-micron particulate strainer in both load
and source plumbing to protect the plate heat exchanger.
Swimming Pool Hot Tub Applications
— Load heat exchanger should be isolated with secondary heat exchanger
constructed of anti-corrosion material in all chlorine/bromine
fluid applications.
Potable Water Applications
• Load coax material should always be vented double
walled for use in potable water systems.
• Ensure load water flow in high temperature heating
applications is at least 3.2 L/m per kW to improve performance and reduce nuisance high pressure faults.
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Step 6 — Wire Electrical Connections
WARNING
To avoid possible injury or death due to electrical shock,
open the power supply disconnect switch and secure it in
an open position during installation. Install lockout tag.
CAUTION
Use only copper conductors for field-installed electrical
wiring. Unit terminals are not designed to accept other
types of conductors. Failure to heed this warning could
result in equipment damage.
All field-installed wiring, including the electrical ground,
MUST comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) as
well as applicable local codes. In addition, all field wiring must
conform to the Class II temperature limitations described in the
NEC.
Operating voltage must be the same voltage and phase as
shown in Table 3.
Refer to unit wiring diagrams Fig. 4-8 for a schematic of the
field connections which must be made by the installing (or
electrical) contractor.
Consult the unit wiring diagram located on the inside of the
compressor access panel to ensure proper electrical hookup.
The installing (or electrical) contractor must make the field
connections when using field-supplied disconnect.
Make all final electrical connections with a length of flexible conduit to minimize vibration and sound transmission to
the building.
POWER CONNECTION — Line voltage connection is
made by connecting incoming line voltage wires to L1, L2, and
L3 on the power distribution block.
SUPPLY VOLTAGE — Operating voltage to unit must be
within voltage range indicated on unit nameplate.
Voltages between phases must be balanced within 2%.
Use the following formula to determine the percentage voltage
imbalance:
% Voltage Imbalance
= 100 x
max voltage deviation from average voltage
average voltage
Example: Supply voltage is 380-3-50.
AB = 372 volts
BC = 376 volts
AC = 384 volts
Average Voltage =
372 + 376 + 384
3
1132
=
3
= 377
Determine maximum deviation from average voltage:
(AB) 372 – 377 = 5 v
(BC) 376 – 377 = 1 v
(AC) 384 – 377 = 7 v
Maximum deviation is 7 v.
Determine percent voltage imbalance.
% Voltage Imbalance = 100 x
7
377
= 1.86%
This amount of phase imbalance is satisfactory as it is
below the maximum allowable 2%.
Operation on improper line voltage or excessive phase
imbalance constitutes abuse and may cause damage to electrical components.
NOTE: If more than 2% voltage imbalance is present, contact
local electric utility.
Table 3 — 50PSW Electrical Data
50PSW UNIT
SIZE
036
060
120
180
360
FLA— Full Load Amps
HACR — Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
LRA— Locked Rotor Amps
MCA — Minimum Circuit Amps
MOCP — Minimum Overcurrent Protection
RLA— Rated Load Amps