Installation and servicing of the condensing units by qualified personnel only. Follow these instructions and sound refrigeration engineering
practice relating to installation, commissioning, maintenance and service.
The condensing unit must only be used for its designed purpose(s) and within its scope of application. Refrigerant to be used as per specification with respect
to model.
Under all circumstances, the EN378 (or other applicable local safety regulation) requirements must be fulfilled.
The condensing unit is delivered under nitrogen gas pressure (1 bar) and hence it cannot be connected as it is; refer to the «installation» section for further
details.
The condensing unit must be handled with caution in the vertical position (maximum offset from the vertical : 15°)
For PED Cat I & II models: Pressure relief valve shall be mounted in refrigerant system during field installation. PRV should be mounted on receiver vessel.
Relevant Standards and Directive
EN 378 -2:2016: Refrigerating Systems And Heat Pumps-Safety And Environmental Requirements.
EN 60335-1: Household And Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety –Part 1: General Requirements
Low Voltage Directive n° 2014 / 35 / UE
Machinary Directive n° 2006 / 42 / CE
Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) no. 2014/68/EU
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU
(Other local applicable standards)
1 – Introduction
These instructions pertain to Optyma
condensing units OP-LPQE/MPVE/MPME (R22,
R404A, R507, R134a, R513A, R448A, R449A, R452A)
used for refrigeration systems. They provide
necessary information regarding safety and proper
usage of this product.
The condensing unit includes following:
• Components connected are equipped with
Schrader port
2 – Handling and storage
• It is recommended not to open the packaging
before the unit is at the final place for installation.
• Handle the unit with care. The packaging
allows for the use of a forklift or pallet jack. Use
appropriate and safe lifting equipment.
• Store and transport the unit in an upright position.
• Store the unit between -35°C and 50°C.
• Don’t expose the packaging to rain or corrosive
atmosphere.
• After unpacking, check that the unit is complete
and undamaged.
TM
Slim Pack
3 – Installation precautions
Do not braze as long the condensing
unit is under pressure.
Never place the unit in a flammable
atmosphere
Place the unit in such a way that it is not
blocking or hindering walking areas,
doors, windows or similar.
PRV: For PED Cat I & II models, PRV
shall be mounted at field during
installation.
• Ensure adequate space around the unit for air
circulation and to open doors. Refer to picture1
for minimal values of distance to walls.
• Avoid installing the unit in locations which are daily
exposed to direct sunshine for longer periods.
• Avoid installing the unit in aggressive and dusty
environments.
• Ensure a foundation with horizontal surface
(less than 3° slope), strong and stable enough
to carry the entire unit weight and to eliminate
vibrations and interference.
• The unit ambient temperature may not exceed
50°C during off-cycle.
• Ensure that the power supply corresponds to the
unit characteristics (see nameplate).
• When installing units for HFC refrigerants,
use equipment specifically reserved for HFC
refrigerants which was never used for CFC or
HCFC refrigerants.
• Use clean and dehydrated refrigeration-grade
copper tubes and silver alloy brazing material.
• Use clean and dehydrated system components.
• The suction piping connected to the compressor
must be flexible in 3 dimensions to dampen
vibrations. Furthermore piping has to be done
in such a way that oil return for the compressor
is ensured and the risk of liquid slug over in
compressor is eliminated.
• Optyma condensing unit has suction and liquid
service valve with schrader port for field service
operation
3.1 – PRV Valve (Not factory fitted)
For Optyma™ Slim Pack, Condensing
units which are fall in PED cat I & II,
PRV shall be fitted (See Technical data
for PED category in Annex A).
PRV is provided as Spare part,. Refer
Coolselector2
• PRV to be fitted on liquid receiver at 3/8" NPT
Connection. (Refer Coolselector2 for PRV spare
part code). Use Locatite 554 for PRV fitment.
• Torque: 40Nm (Don’t exceed given torque )
• Installer need to take care of where to blow the
leaked refrigerant. Danfoss recommended to
blow refrigerant away form condensing unit.
• Recommended to change PRV when after
discharge, Changing refrigerant
• Valves must be installed vertically or Horizontally,
but ensure PRV to be fitted above system’s liquid
level.
• Ensure refrigerant is released safely to the
atmosphere directly.
• Incase of hazard, additional spare kit has
been designed in order to collect the released
refrigerant. Kit should be installation with proper
piping routing for discharge of refrigerant safely.
(See picture below)
• PRV should not be installed on service valve.
• Replace PRV after clean out of system or bared
out.
• No Detachable joints and valves should not
accessible to public. All brazing joints should
comply with EN 14276-2 and other permanent
joints should comply with EN-16084.
4 – Installation
• The installation in which the condensing unit is
installed must comply to EEC Pressure directive (PED)
no. 2014/68/EU. The condensing unit itself is not a ”unit”
in the scope this directive. Under all circumstances
local safety regulations must be fulfilled.
• The unit must be securely installed on a stable
and rigid support, and fixed from the beginning.
See picture 2.
• It is recommended to install the unit on rubber grommets or vibration dampers . Rubber pads
with mounting bolts are supplied.
• Slowly release the nitrogen holding charge
through the schrader port.
• Connect the unit to the system as soon as possible to
avoid oil contamination from ambient moisture.
• Avoid material entering into the system while
cutting tubes. Never drill holes where burrs
cannot be removed.
• Braze with great care using state-of-the-ar t technique
and vent piping with nitrogen gas flow.
• Connect the required safety and control devices.
When the schrader port is used for this, remove
the internal valve.
• It is recommended to insulate the suction pipe
up to the compressor inlet with 19 mm thick
insulation.
• Copper piping material should comply with
EN12735-1. And all pipe joints should comply
with EN14276-2
• At filed installation, support to added according
to size and weight. Recommended maximum
spacing for pipe support as per EN12735-1 &
EN12735-2
• Connecting pipes shall be made before opening
the valves to permit refrigerant to flow between
the refrigerating system parts.
5 – Leak detection
Never pressurize the circuit with
oxygen or dry air. This could cause
fire or explosion.
• Do not use dye for leak detection.
• Perform a leak detection test on the complete
system.
• The maximum test pressure is 31 bar.
• When a leak is discovered, repair the leak and
repeat the leak detection.
6 – Vacuum dehydration
• Never use the compressor to evacuate the system.
• Connect a vacuum pump to both the LP & HP
sides.
• Pull down the system under a vacuum of 500 μm
Hg (0.67 mbar) absolute.
• Do not use a megohmmeter nor apply power to
the compressor while it is under vacuum as this
may cause internal damage.
7 – Electrical connections
• Switch off and isolate the main power supply.
• Ensure that power supply can not be switched on
during installation.
• All electrical components must be selected as per
local standards and unit requirements.
• Refer to wiring diagram for electrical connections
details.
• Ensure that the power supply corresponds to the
unit characteristics and that the power supply
is stable (nominal voltage ±10% and nominal
frequency ±2,5 Hz).
• Dimension the power supply cables according to
unit data for voltage and current.
• Protect the power supply and ensure correct
earthing.
• Make the power supply according to local
standards and legal requirements.
•
The unit is equipped with high and low pressure
switches, which directly cut the power supply
to the compressor and provides 230V a.c. alarm
signals (max.50VA) in case of activation. Version
W10 is also equipped with phase sequence relay
to protect the unit against phase loss/sequence/
asymmetry and under-/over-voltage.
For units with a 3-phase scroll compressor, correct
phase sequence for compressor rotation direction
shall be observed.
• Determine the phase sequence by using a phase
meter in order to establish the phase orders of
line phases L1, L2 and L3.
• Connect line phases L1, L2 and L3 to main switch
terminals T1, T2 and T3 respectively.
DGT protection is required if the high and
low pressure switch settings do not protect the
compressor against operations beyond its specific
application envelope. Please refer to the examples
below, which illustrate where DGT protection is
required (n°1) and where it is not (n°2).
The compressor must not be allowed to cycle on the
discharge gas thermostat. Continuous operations
beyond the compressor’s operating range will
cause serious damage to the compressor!
Thermostat
Discharge line
Bracket
A DGT accessory is available from Danfoss: refer to
section “Spare parts & accessories”.
8 – Safety
Discharge tube temperature will
go upto 120°C during unit running
condition.
Recommended to install PRV inside
unit and release of refrigerant should
routed to atmosphere directly.
Insulation
Fusible Plug is not available in unit, it is replaced
with adapter plug.
Unit has liquid receiver with an Adapter Plug with
3/8” NPT connection. installer/end user can select
various options as mentioned in EN378-2 : 2016
Article § 6.2.2.3
• The unit/installation into which the condensing
unit is mounted/integrated, must be in
accordance with the PED.
• Beware of hot and extremely cold components.
• Beware of moving components. Power supply
should be disconnected while servicing.
• Compressor has Internal overload protector (OLP).
Its will protect compressor pressure going
beyond 32 bar pressure.
• No valves and detachable joints shall be located
in areas accessible to the general public except
when they comply with EN 16084
• Refrigerant piping shall be protected or enclosed
to avoid damage.
• Field piping should be installed such that it will
be free from corrosive or salty environment to
avoid corrosion in copper /Aluminum piping.
• In case of fire incidence, pressure increases due
to increasing in temperature at receiver. Hence it
is very important to install the PRV.
9 – Filling the system
• Wear protective stuff like goggles and protective
gloves.
• Never start the compressor under vacuum. Keep
the compressor switched off.
• Before charging the refrigerant, verify that the oil
level is between ¼ and ¾ on the compressor oil
sight glass. If additional oil is required please refer
to the compressors label for type of oil.
• Use only the refrigerant for which the unit is
designed for.
• Fill the refrigerant in liquid phase into the
condenser or liquid receiver. Ensure a slow
charging of the system to 4 – 5 bar for R404A /
R507, R22, R452A or R448A/R449A and approx. 2
bar for R134a and R513A.
• Do not put liquid refrigerant through suction line.
• It is not allowed to mix additives with the oil and/
or refrigerant
• The remaining charge is done until the installation
has reached a level of stable nominal condition
during operation.
• Never leave the filling cylinder connected to the
circuit.
• Suction, Liquid valves and Receiver Rotolock
valves as Schrader port for service operation like
Gas Charging, pressure measurement.
10 – Verification before commissioning
Use safety devices in compliance
with both generally and locally
applicable regulations and safety
standards.
• Verify that all electrical connections are properly
fastened and in compliance with local regulations.
• When a crankcase heater is required, it must be
energized at least 12 hours before initial start-up
and start-up after prolonged shut-down period.
• Pressure drop in the suction and liquid line pipes
must be evaluated as per evaporator location and
distance (refer coolselector2).
11 – Start-up
• Never start the unit when no refrigerant is
charged.
• All service valves must be in the open position.See
picture 3.
• Check that the protection sheet has been
removed from the backside of condenser.
• Balance the High Pressure / Low Pressure.
• Energize the unit. It must start promptly. If
the compressor does not start, check wiring
conformity, voltage on terminals and sequence
phase.
• Eventual reverse rotation of a 3-phase compressor
can be detected by following phenomena; unit
doesn’t start, the compressor doesn’t build up
pressure, it has abnormally high sound level and
abnormally low power consumption. In such case,
shut down the unit immediately and connect the
phases to their proper terminals.
• If the rotation direction is correct the low pressure
indication on the low pressure gauge shall show
a declining pressure and the high pressure
indication on the high pressure gauge shall show
an increasing pressure.
12 – Check with running unit
• Check the fan rotation direction. Air must flow
from the condenser towards the fan.
• Check current draw and voltage.
• Check suction superheat to reduce risk of
slugging.
• When a sight glass is provided observe the oil
level at start and during operation to confirm that
the oil level remains visible.
• Respect the operating limits.
• Check all tubes for abnormal vibration.
Movements in excess of 1.5 mm require corrective
measures such as tube brackets.
• When needed, additional refrigerant in liquid phase
may be added in the low-pressure side as far away as
possible from the compressor. The compressor must
be operating during this process.
• Do not overcharge the system.
• Never release refrigerant to atmosphere.
• Before leaving the installation site, carry out
a general installation inspection regarding
cleanliness, noise and leak detection.
• Record type and amount of refrigerant charge
as well as operating conditions as a reference for
future inspections.
13 – Maintenance
Always switch off the unit at main
switch before remove fan panel.
Internal pressure and surface
temperature are dangerous and
may cause permanent injury.
Maintenance operators and
installers require appropriate skills
and tools. Tubing temperature may
exceed 100°C and can cause severe
burns.
Ensure that periodic service
inspections to ensure system
reliability and as required by local
regulations are performed.
To prevent system related problems, following
Periodic maintenance is recommended:
• Verify that safety devices are operational and
properly set.
• Ensure that the system is leak tight.
• Check the compressor current draw.
• Confirm that the system is operating in a way
consistent with previous maintenance records
and ambient conditions.
• Check that all electrical connections are still
adequately fastened.
• Keep the unit clean and verify the absence of rust
and oxidation on the unit components, tubes and
electrical connections.
The condenser must be checked at least once a year
for clogging and be cleaned if deemed necessary.
Access to the internal side of the condenser takes
place through the fan panel. Microchannel coils
tend to accumulate dirt on the surface rather than
inside, which makes them easier to clean than fin&-tube coils.
• Switch off the unit at main switch before remove
any panel from the condensing unit.
• Remove surface dirt, leaves, fibres, etc. with a
vacuum cleaner, equipped with a brush or other
soft attachment. Alternatively, blow compressed
air through the coil from the inside out, and brush
with a soft bristle. Do not use a wire brush. Do not
impact or scrape the coil with the vacuum tube or
air nozzle.
If the refrigerant system has been opened, the
system has to be flushed with dry air or nitrogen to
remove moisture and a new filter drier has to
be installed. If evacuation of refrigerant has to
be done, it shall be done in such a way that no
refrigerant can escape to the environment.
Fig A: Fully opened condition, Port 2 and 3 is fully
opened and port 4 is fully closed
Fig B: Fully closed condition, Port 3 and 4 is partially
open and port 2 is fully closed
Fig C: Partially Opened Condition (5.5 turns clock
wise from fully opened condition. Port 2, 3, 4 is fully
opened).
14 - Warranty
Always transmit the model number and serial number
with any claim filed regarding this product.
The product warranty may be void in following
cases:
• Absence of nameplate.
• External modifications; in particular, drilling,
welding, broken feet and shock marks.
• Compressor opened or returned unsealed.
• Rust, water or leak detection dye inside the
compressor.
• Use of a refrigerant or lubricant not approved by
Danfoss.
• Any deviation from recommended instructions
pertaining to installation, application or
maintenance.
• Use in mobile applications.
• Use in explosive atmospheric environment.
• No model number or serial number transmitted
with the warranty claim.
15 – Disposal
Danfoss recommends that condensing
units and oil should be recycled by a
suitable company at its site.