There are 3 symbols, used for different degrees of
danger:
Warning! Risk of serious injury or death to person!
Caution! Danger which can lead to serious
damages!
Notice! Risk of damage to equipment!
This guideline is intended to enable users to
ensure the safe installation, starting, operation
and maintenance of Optyma
condensing units. This guideline is not intended
to replace the system expertise available from
system manufacturers.
In addition to this instruction application
instructions of compressor drive, controller and
other internal components must be taken into
consideration as well.
™
Plus INVERTER
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Product description
2.1 Op t y m a™ Plus INVERTER
condensing unit
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER combines our market
leading expertise in condensing unit design with
the unique benefits of stepless inverter scroll
technology. The result is 20-30% higher energy
efficiency in a flexible plug-and-play package,
for medium and high temperature refrigeration
applications in the range of 2kW to 9kW.
Standard equipment features:
• Variable speed compressor (scroll) with acoustic
housing and crankcase heater
• Compressor drive (with EMI filter)
• MCHX condenser
• Condenser fan motor
• Oil separator with oil heater
• Receiver with stop valve
• Ball valves
• Sight glass
• HP and LP switches
• Filter drier
™
• Optyma
• Circuit Breaker MCB, compressor contactor with
overload relay
• Robust weather proof housing
Plus controller
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ITEMNAMEDESCRIPTIONQTY
1
023U8007
2
009G7053
3
009G7054
4
118A0614
5
118A0639C
6
118A0615
7
HUSKY_118U3455_LEG
8
061F8492
9
014F0174
10
134N4263
11
MLZ026_HOOD
12
DIGITAL_DISPLY_2
13
118A0679
14
023Z8045
15
118U3202
16
061F7283
17
021F0075
18
118U3259
19
118U3243
20
118U3256
21
118U3258
22
118U3887
23
118U3255
24
118U3261
25
118U3241-02
26
118U3264
27
MANIFOLD_A6E500AJ0302
28
118A0632001
29
118A05930001
30
118U3431001
31
118U34320002
32
118A06310001
33
PRESSURE_TRANSDUCER
34
VZH028_035_044_INVERTER_SCROLL_
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Product description
2.2 Exploded view
Optyma
™
Plus INVERTER
21
15
22
27
10
Legend:
1: FSA Adaptor
2: Liquid line valve (with schrader)
3: Suction line valve + Extra service
13: EMI filter (controller)
14: Refrigerant filter
15: Fan guard
16: Low pressure switch
17: Microchannel heat exchanger
18: Right side door
19: E-box cover
20: Front door, right side
21: Unit frame
22: Fan bracket
23: Separation panel
12
25
14
23
17
16
1
9
24: Back panel
25: Base plate
26: Top panel
27: Fan assembly
28: Discharge pipe
29: Condenser outlet pipe
30: Receiver outlet pipe
31 Oil separator outlet pipe
32: Suction line
33: Rotalock valve
34: Compressor
M = Standard with micro channel heat exchanger
Tambient max 43 deg C
3
/rev
2.4 Label
MADE IN INDIA
A
B
C
D
OP-MPPM044VVLP01E
Code Number.: 114X4334
Application MBP IP 54
Refrigerant (1) R448A/R449A/R407F
R407A/R404A (2)
E
M.W.P HP(1) 28 bar (2)LP(1) 7 bar (2)
F
Voltage 380V-400V~3N~50Hz
LRA Inverter Driven MCC 12.1 A
G
A: Model
B: Code number
C: Application
D: Refrigerant
E: Housing Service Pressure
F: Supply voltage, M§aximum Current Consumption
G: Serial Number and bar code
H: Protection
Serial No. 123456CG1015
H
Serial-no.: XXXXXXCGWWYY
XXXXXX = ascending number
CG = manufacturing plant
WW = week of production
YY = year of production
For more information related to EcoDesign compliance, please refer to Coolselector®
coolselector.danfoss.com or contact Danfoss
* For service replacement of controller in Optyma™ Plus INVERTER only new version of controller can be used: code number on the
controller is 084B8080.
For service purpose original components (spare parts) recommended by Danfoss should be used.
Suction
and
ambient
temperature
EMI filter
(Controller)
Discharge
temperature
sensor
Compressor
oil
120Z5 034
120Z0 648
120Z5 034
120Z0 648
120Z5 034
120Z0 648
separator
118U3981
118U3981
118U3982
Fan gr ill
Oil
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2.8 Cooling capacities, sound data, power consumption
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER, R407A
Cooling capacity Q [kW]P [kW]EcoDesign (2)
Model number
OP-M PPM028V VLP01E 114X4302 VLZ028TGA
OP-M PPM035V VLP01E 114X4316 VLZ035TGA
OP-M PPM044V VLP01E 114X4334 VLZ044TGA
[1] Nominal conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Superheat 10K.
[2] Rated conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Return Gas Temperature 20°C
For more information related to EcoDesign compliance, please refer to Coolselector®
coolselector.danfoss.com or contact Danfoss
EcoDesign
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Product description
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER, R407F
Cooling capacity Q [kW]P [kW]EcoDesign (2)
Model number
OP-M PPM028V VLP01E 114X4302 VLZ028TGA
OP-M PPM035V VLP01E 114X4316 VLZ035TGA
OP-M PPM044V VLP01E 114X4334 VLZ044TGA
[1] Nominal conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Superheat 10K.
[2] Rated conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Return Gas Temperature 20°C
For more information related to EcoDesign compliance, please refer to Coolselector®
coolselector.danfoss.com or contact Danfoss
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Product description
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER, R404A
Cooling capacity Q [kW]P [kW]EcoDesign (2)
Model number
OP-M PPM028V VLP01E 114X4302 VLZ028TGA
OP-M PPM035V VLP01E 114X4316 VLZ035TGA
OP-M PPM044V VLP01E 114X4334 VLZ044TGA
[1] Nominal conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Superheat 10K.
[2] Rated conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Return Gas Temperature 20°C
For more information related to EcoDesign compliance, please refer to Coolselector®
coolselector.danfoss.com or contact Danfoss
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Product description
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER, R448A/R449A
Cooling capacity Q [kW]P [kW]EcoDesign (2)
Model number
OP-M PPM028V VLP01E 114X4302 VLZ028TGA
OP-M PPM035V VLP01E 114X4316 VLZ035TGA
OP-M PPM044V VLP01E 114X4334 VLZ044TGA
[1] Nominal conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Superheat 10K.
[2] Rated conditions, Evaporating temperature -10°C. Ambient air temperature +32°C. Return Gas Temperature 20°C
For more information related to EcoDesign compliance, please refer to Coolselector®
coolselector.danfoss.com or contact Danfoss
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Product description
2.9 Layout
OP-MPLM028-035-044, OP-MPPM028-035-044
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NOTICE
Application Guidelines
Application range
3.1 Main applications
3.2 Condensing unit
selection
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER is a perfect cooling
solution for typical MBP applications like food
retail, petrol forecourt sites, cold rooms ,and
display cases. All units are fully wired and factory
tested. They have one cabinet sizes and are
equipped with one fan.
Inverter technology offers more flexibility in
condensing unit selection than fixed-speed units.
Selection of the right inverter condensing unit
size can be made by next method:
Select a condensing unit size which achieves the
peak load system cooling capacity demand at its
maximum speed.
It is compulsory to secure that
condensing unit capacity at minimum speed
(30 rps) will not be higher than necessary
cooling capacity for the smallest evaporator!
In case minimum (at 30 rps) condensing unit
capacity is higher than capacity of smallest
evaporator it can cause work of condensing
unit outside its application envelope and as
consequence reduce lifetime.
Example1 (evaporating temperature -10 °C,
ambient temperature 32 °C, R404A):
Evaporator1= 3 kW
Evaporator2= 3 kW
Evaporator3= 3 kW
Total Q = 9 kW (maximum cooling capacity)
Minimum cooling capacity = minimum
evaporator capacity = minimum evaporating
capacity = 3kW
According to the capacities at evaporating -10 °C,
ambient 32 °C and refrigerant R404A condensing
unit OP-MPPM044 (maximum capacity 9 kW)
achieves the peak load system cooling capacity
(9,3 kW) demand at its maximum speed and
at the same time condensing unit capacity at
minimum speed (minimum capacity 3 kW) is not
higher than necessary cooling capacity for the
smallest evaporator (3 kW).
Optyma
units are released for R448A/R449A, R407A/F and
R404A.
According to the capacities at evaporating -10 °C,
ambient 32 °C and refrigerant R404A condensing
unit OP-MPPM035 (maximum capacity 7,2 kW)
achieves the peak load system cooling capacity
(7,1 kW) demand at its maximum speed but
at the same time condensing unit capacity at
minimum speed (minimum capacity 2,3 kW) is
higher than necessary cooling capacity for the
smallest evaporator (1 kW).
In this case it is recommended to connect
few evaporators together (regulated by one
thermostat) to achieve smallest required capacity
higher than minimum capacity of condensing
unit: by managing Evaporator1 and Evaporator4
via one thermostat minimum required capacity
will be 2,5 kW (Evaporator2) which is higher than
minimum capacity of condensing unit at low
speed (2,3 kW).
INVERTER is equipped with a IPM (Interior
Permanent Magnet) motor. The compressor
cannot operate without frequency converter.
It will be destroyed immediately if connected
directly to public network. The applied frequency
from the inverter will be 60 Hz for 30 rps (1800
rpm) up to 200 Hz for 100 rps (6000 rpm).
Please refer to the table below
™
Plus INVERTER outdoor condensing
Compressor of Optyma™ Plus
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Example2 (evaporating temperature -10 °C,
ambient temperature 32 °C, R404A):
Compressor speedMinMax
rps30100
rpm18006000
Drive output frequency Hz60200
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
5
15
25
35
45
55
Ambient temperature (°C)
Operating Map (R407F/A)
-20-1001020-25-15-5515
Evaporating temperature (°C)
30 rps-100 rps
SH10K
50 rps-100 rps
°C
(Te -10°C, Tamb 43°C)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
5
15
25
35
45
55
Ambient temperature (°C)
Operating Map (R404A)
-20-1001020-25-15-5515
Evaporating temperature (°C)
30 rps-100 rps
SH10K
50 rps-100 rps
°C
(Te -15°C, Tamb 43°C)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
5
15
25
35
45
55
Ambient temperature (°C)
Operating Map (R448A/R449A)
-20-1001020-25-15-5515
Evaporating temperature (°C)
30 rps-100 rps
SH 10K
50 rps-100 rps
°C
(Te -10°C, Tamb 43°C)
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Application range
3.3 Application envelopes
The operating envelopes of Optyma™ Plus
INVERTER are given in the figures below, where
the ambient and evaporating temperatures
represent the range for steady state operation.
The figures below show the operating envelopes
for condensing units with refrigerants R448A/
R449A, R407A/F and R404A. The operating limits
serve to define the envelopes within which
reliable operation of the condensing units are
guaranteed.
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Red line on the application envelope indicates
maximum safe ambient temperature for low load
(30-50 rps) and high ambient conditions (above
32 °C for R448A/R449A, 32 °C for R404A and
above 40 °C for R407A/F.
In case low unit capacity required (30-50 rps)
at high ambient temperatures controller will
increase compressor speed up to minimum safe
Minimum and maximum evaporating and
condensing temperatures as per the operating
Suction gas superheat at compressor inletwithin the limits shown on the application envelope
Special attention to suction line insulation will
have to be secured in order to:
• Avoid too high superheat during high ambient
conditions that can create too high discharge
gas temperature.
speed at high temperature. This minimum safe
speed at high temperature is factory preset to
50 rps (controller parameter c47: Start speed
of the compressor). It is not recommended to
decrease setting of parameter c47 below 50 rps
as this can lead to work of compressor at low
speed during high ambient conditions which can
reduce lifetime of the unit.
envelopes – compressor should work inside
application envelope.
125
°C maximum
• Avoid too low superheat during low ambient
conditions that can create condensation of
refrigerant in suction line.
3.4 Ambient conditions
3.5 Limits for voltage
supply
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER units can be used with
ambient temperature from -15°C to 43°C. For
altitudes above 2000 m, contact Danfoss. The
other working conditions should be within the
limits of application envelope.
To assure that the unit can start during cold
conditions the parameter “c94 LpMinOnTime” can
be used. If this parameter is set to a value that
is higher than 0 and the ambient temperature
(Tamb) is below 5°C, the internal transmitter “LP
switch c75” and “pump down limit c33” will be
overridden for the number of seconds defined
in “c94 LpMinOnTime”. And the value for Min on
time for the compressor will be set to the largest
of the values of “c94 MinLpOnTime” and “c01 Min.
on time”.
Voltage limits: Min: 360 V Max 440 V
Phase asymmetry: ±3%
Frequency limits: 50Hz ±1%
The CDS803 drive forces the compressor to 50rps
(see Optyma Controller parameter c47) for 30s
always at compressor start, to ensure proper oil
return at low load and short runtimes. The start
delay time can be modified via drive parameter
1-71, if a proper oil return is always ensured
without or by modifying this start delay function.
In order to change 1-71, a separate LCP panel
needs used to change the settings on the drive,
the LCP panel has the ordering code 120Z0581.
When changing 1-71, a value not lower as 10
seconds should get applied.
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Installation
4.1 Location & fixings
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER unit
has to be installed by competent authorized
The unit is to be placed in such a way that it is
not blocking or expose an obstacle for walking
areas, doors, windows etc. The foundation where
the unit is to be placed upon has to be strong
enough to carry the entire weight, see unit
data. Ensure adequate space around the unit
for air circulation. Avoid installing the unit in
locations which are exposed to direct sunshine
daily for long periods. Unit has to be placed on
a horizontal surface - less than 3° slope, which
has to be strong and stable enough to eliminate
vibrations and interference. It is recommended to
install the unit on rubber grommets or vibration
dampers (not part of the Danfoss supply).
Installation of unit shall not be done in aggressive
and dusty environments.
Furthermore the installation of the unit shall not
be done in facilities containing flammable gasses
or in installation containing flammable gasses.
Special attention should be paid if
unit needs to be installed close to the sea as this
can reduce unit lifetime due to corrosion of metal
parts.
personnel and the installation shall comply to
applicable local laws and rules.
Where multiple units are to be installed in the
same location, please consider each individual
case carefully. Air by-pass around each condenser
and between the units should be avoided at all
times.
Optyma
™
Plus INVERTER condensing units can
also be used for wall mounting on suitable
brackets. Wall mounting brackets are not
supplied by Danfoss.
Another factor to consider in finding a good
installation site is the direction of the prevailing
wind. For example if the air leaving the condenser
faces the prevailing wind, the air flow through
the condenser can be impeded, causing high
condensing temperatures, improper functioning
of the unit and ultimately resulting in reducing
the life of the unit. A baffle is a remedy for this
situation.
Q
W
ZY
R
X
Picture 1: Minimum mounting distances
Q: Air in R: Air out
Unit
Housing 3 250760580580
W
[mm]X [mm]Y [mm]Z [mm]
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Installation
4.2 Electrical connection
Ensure that power supply
cannot be switched on during installation.
Below table lists recommended wiring sizes for
the condensing unit power supply cables. These
wiring sizes are valid for a cable length up to 30 m.
ModelCable size, mm2 (from network to unit main switch)
OP-MPLM028
OP-MPPM028
OP-MPLM035
OP-MPPM035
OP-MPLM044
OP-MPPM044
Note: 1.The wire size here is the guideline. In
each specific case required cable size should be
specified by the installer depending on the system
design, ambient temperature, the wire material,
current, etc.
In order to ensure a safe and problem free
operation of the unit it is recommended to:
- Ensure that the power supply corresponds to
the unit and that the power supply is stable (see
nominal values on unit label and power supply
found in the wiring diagram. Wiring diagram can
be found in front door of unit. Unit is equipped
with high and low pressure switches, which
directly cuts the power supply of the compressor
contactor in case of activation.
Unit is equipped with an electronic controller and
compressor drive.
The controller and compressor drive are preprogrammed with parameters ready for use with
the actual unit.
4
4
4
limits in paragraph 3.5).
As standard the parameters for operation with
- Make the power supply according to present
norm and legal requirements. Ensure that the
unit is properly connected to ground.
refrigerant R449A set. If another refrigerant is
to be used refrigerant parameter (o30) needs to
be changed (refer to description in Controller
application manual). Parameters for high and
The unit is equipped with a main switch with
overload protection. Overload protection is preset
from factory. Value for overload protection can be
low pressure cut outs are preset in the controller
adapted to the compressor and refrigerant
installed in the unit.
4.2.1 Power supply
protection
4.2.2 Protection and
features
You should use only original circuit breaker,
min. short circuit breaking capacity needs to
- Electronic thermal compressor protection against
overload.
- Temperature monitoring of the heat sink ensures
that the frequency converter trips in case of
overtemperature.
- The frequency converter is protected against
short-circuits between compressor terminals
U, V, W.
- When a compressor phase is missing, the
frequency converter trips and issues an alarm.
- When a mains phase is missing, the frequency
converter trips or issues a warning (depending
on the load).
be 100kA. Please refer to spare part section for
selection of components for service replacement.
- Monitoring of the intermediate circuit voltage
ensures that the frequency converter trips, when
the intermediate circuit voltage is too low or too
high.
- The frequency converter is protected against
ground faults on compressor terminals U, V, W.
- Occurring alarms will be shown in the controller
display and by the red LED in front of the
frequency converter.
- The root cause of an individual alarm can be
shown with an optional LCP (local control panel,
code 120Z0581) or the MCT10 setup software.
Supply : Supply Fan : Fan Alarm : Alarm Comp. : Compressor
CCH : Crankcase Heater Aux : Auxiliary
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4.3.1 Emergency running
without controller
In case of controller failure, the condensing unit
can still be operated when the controller standard
wiring (WD1) is modified into a temporary wiring
(WD2) as described below.
This modification may be done by authorized
electricians only. Country legislations have to be
followed.
Disconnect the condensing unit from power
supply (turn hardware main switch off).
• Contact of Room Thermostat must be possible to
switch 250VAC.
• Remove wire 22 (safety input DI3) and wire 6 (fan
supply) and put them together. A fan pressure
switch (e.g. KP5) or a fan speed controller (e.g.
XGE) can be connected in series to wire 6.
• Remove wire 10 (drive start) and wire 24 (room
thermostat) and put them together.
• Remove wire 11 (drive start) and wire 25 (room
thermostat) and put them together.
• Remove wire 53 and 55 from drive terminals and
connect the attached 10kOhm potentiometer
(R8) as below:
wire 1 to drive terminal 55
wire 2 to drive terminal 53
wire 3 to drive terminal 50
• Turn the knob of the potentiometer to middle
position, which corresponds approximately
compressor speed 50rps.
• Remove wire 14 (crankcase and oil separator
heaters) and connect it to the compressor
contactor terminal 22.
• Remove wire 12 (supply crankcase and oil
separator heaters), extend this wire by using an
250 Vac 10mm² terminal bridge and 1,0mm²
brown cable and connect it to compressor
contactor terminal 21.
• Remove the large terminal block from the
controller terminals 10 to 19.
• Connect the condensing unit to power supply
(turn hardware main switch on).
Supply : Supply Fan : Fan Alarm : Alarm Comp. : Compressor
CCH : Crankcase Heater Aux : Auxiliary
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Picture1. Normal wiring
Installation
Picture2. Emergency
wiring
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CAUTION
Application Guidelines
Installation
4.4 Electrical protection
standard (protection
class)
4.5 EMC compliance
4.5.1 Warning when
touching unit when
OFF
- Scroll compressors: IP22
- Fan: IP54
- Controller: IP20
- Drive: IP20
- Complete unit: IP54
All necessary actions are taken to secure EMC
compliance of complete condensing unit!
DC-link capacitors that can remain charged even
when the frequency converter is not powered. To
avoid electrical hazards, disconnect AC mains and
wait 15 min for the capacitors to fully discharge
before performing any service or repair work.
Failure to wait the specified time after power has
been removed before doing service or repair could
result in death or serious injury.
The digital inputs are not a safety switch. They do
not disconnect the frequency converter from the
mains.
Do not remove mains connections, compressor
connections or other power connections while the
frequency converter is connected to power.
The ground leakage current from the frequency
converter exceeds 3.5 mA. According to IEC 618005-1 a reinforced Protective Earth connection
Frequency converters contain
Leakage Current
Power connections under
voltage and can cause danger by electrical shock.
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER units are fully wired and
factory tested. Electrical connection compromises
only power supply.
must be ensured with a min. 10 mm2 Cu or an
additional PE wire – with the same cable crosssection as the mains wiring - must be terminated
separately.
Residual Current Device
This product can cause a DC current in the
protective conductor. Where a residual current
device (RCD) is used for extra protection, only an
RCD of Type B (time delayed) shall be used on the
supply side of this product.
Recommended Brand & Model Number :
MakeRCCB Model Number
DoepkeDFS 4B SK, Type B
ABBF 804 B, Type B
ABLRA4403, Type B
Protective earthing of the frequency converter and
the use of RCDs must always follow national and
local regulations.
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Installation
4.6 Phase sequence
4.7 Brazed connections
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER units are equipped with
variable speed scroll compressors for which
proper phase sequence is compulsory in order to
secure rotation in right direction and therefore
compression.
Refrigerant connections, brazing and
flange connections has to be done by a
qualified installer according to EN378.
The unit is supplied with an positive protective
pressure of Nitrogen (1 bar).
The use of substances containing chlorine, mineral
oil or other chemicals is not allowed.
Piping has to be designed to avoid vibrations,
either through flexibility or piping
brackets. 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.
Only use clean and dehydrated refrigeration grade
copper tubing. Tube-cutting must be
carried out so as not to deform the tubing
roundness and to ensure that no foreign debris
remains within the tubing. Only refrigerant grade
fittings should be used and these must be of
both a design and size to allow for a minimum
pressure drop through the completed assembly.
Follow the brazing instructions bellow. Never drill
holes into parts of the pipe-work where filings
and particles cannot be removed. Even during
installation, if the system is left for
any reasonable period of time (say 1 hour), pipes
should be re-capped to prevent moisture and
contaminant from entering the system.
Liquid/suction tubes are extended from
the condensing unit housing, therefore we
recommend to isolate the housing by using a heat
shield and/or a heat-absorbent compound (e.g.
wet cloth) on the copper tubing. Use a doubletipped torch.
heat shield
The phase sequence has to be secured between
the drive and compressor.
(The phase sequence between network and unit
drive is of no influence on the compressor rotation
direction).
For brazing the suction and liquid line
connections, the following procedure is advised:
• Make sure that no electrical wiring is connected
to the compressor.
• Use brazing material with a minimum of 5% silver
content.
• Fit the copper tube into the unit tube.
• Apply heat evenly to area A until the brazing
temperature is reached. Move the torch to
area B and apply heat evenly until the brazing
temperature has been reached there as well, and
then begin adding the brazing material. Move
the torch evenly around the joint, in applying
only enough brazing material to flow the full
circumference of the joint.
• Move the torch to area C only long enough to
draw the brazing material into the joint.
• Remove all remaining flux “once the joint has
been soldered” with a wire brush or a wet cloth.
Remaining flux would cause corrosion of the
tubing. Ensure that no flux is allowed to enter into
the tubing. Flux is acidic and can cause substantial
damage to the internal parts of the system and
compressor.
The polyolester oil used in VLZ compressors
is highly hygroscopic and will rapidly absorb
moisture from the air. Condensing unit must
therefore not be left open to the atmosphere for
a long period of time. Unit fitting plugs shall be
removed just before brazing. Condensing unit
should always be the last component brazed into
the system.
Before eventual unbrazing of the compressor or
any system component, the refrigerant charge
must be removed from both the high- and
low-pressure sides. Failure to do so may result in
serious personal injury. Pressure gauges must be
used to ensure all pressures are at atmospheric
level.
For more detailed information on the appropriate
materials required for brazing or soldering, please
contact the product manufacturer or distributor.
For specific applications not covered herein, please
contact Danfoss for further information.
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A
B
It is compulsory to braze with a protective
atmosphere of nitrogen inside the piping.
Nitrogen displaces the air and prevents the
formation of copper oxides in the system.
NOTICE
NOTICE
WARNING
WARNING
Application Guidelines
Installation
4.8 High pressure
transmitter
connection
(Copper oxide could block capillary tubes, thermal
expansion valves and generate damage of
compressor).
Furthermore it is recommended to insulate the
suction pipe up to the compressor inlet.
Do not open the receiver Rotalock
valve entirely, it must be turned 1 round (360°) to
the closed direction to provide system pressure to
the transmitter!
(Insulation should be at least 19 mm thick and is
not a part of Danfoss supply). Use only dry pipes
and components in order to avoid moisture in the
system.
Maximum test pressure is 28 bar.
1. Valve In (from receiver).
2. Valve Out (to evaporator).
3. Service port (for safety devices).
4. Service port (for transmitter or service only).
Fig A: Fully closed Condition
Port 2 and 3 is fully open
port 4 is fully closed
Transmitter failure: Valve shall be opened entirely to disconnect transmitter port from
the others.
Rotolock spindle should be rotated by 5.5 turns/rotation in anticlockwise(from valve
suction connection sizes on the unit are in fact
the correct sizes to run your interconnecting
refrigeration pipes!
The pipes should be sized to ensure optimum
performance and good oil return. The sizing must
also take into account the full capacity range
through which this particular unit will need to
operate.
Tube sizeDistance between 2 clamp supports
12 mm (1/2")1 m
16 mm (5/8")1,5 m
19 mm (3/4")1,8 m
22 mm (7/8")2 m
The suction line should:
• secure gentle slope towards the unit
(recommended slope minimum 0,5/100).
• have P traps, double risers and reduced pipe
diameters where long vertical risers cannot be
avoided.
Pipe runs should be kept as short as possible,
using the minimum number of directional
changes. Use large radius bends and avoid
trapping of oil and refrigerant. This is particularly
important for the suction line.
All pipes should be adequately supported to
prevent sagging which can create oil traps. The
recommended pipe clamp support distance is
shown in Table below:
The suction gas velocity must be sufficient to
ensure a good oil return, within 8 to 12 m/s in
vertical risers. In horizontal pipes this velocity
can decrease down to 4 m/s. The use of U-trap
and double suction risers is often required. These
suction risers must always be fitted with a U-trap
at the bottom and a P-trap at the top and never be
higher than 4 m unless a second U-trap system is
fitted.
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8 to 12 m/s at minimum speed
8 to 12 m/s at minimum speed
If the evaporator lies above the CU, a pump-down
cycle is strongly recommended. If a pump-down
cycle were to be omitted, the suction line must
have a loop at the evaporator outlet to prevent
refrigerant from draining into the compressor
during off-cycles. If the evaporator are situated
below the CU, the suction riser must be trapped
so as to prevent liquid refrigerant from collecting
at the outlet of the evaporator while the system is
idle, which would mislead the expansion valve’s
sensor (thermal bulb) at start-up.
Maximum safety length of pipes between CU and
last evaporator is 20 m.
If pipes length is more than 20 m special
adjustment of complete system is needed (oil
and refrigerant charge adjustments).
NOTICE
NOTICE
CAUTION
CAUTION
Application Guidelines
System design recommendations
5.2 Evacuation
Diameter of separate suction lines from
evaporators to condensing unit manifold should
be with appropriate size according evaporator
capacity (securing recommended speed for proper
oil return). Common manifold tube should be as
close as possible to condensing unit.
Moisture obstructs the proper functioning of both
the compressor and the refrigeration system. Air
and moisture reduce service life and increase
condensation pressure, which causes abnormally
high discharge temperatures that are then capable
of degrading the lubricating properties of the oil.
The risk of acid formation is also increased by air
and moisture, and this condition can also lead
to copper plating. All these phenomena may
cause both mechanical and electrical compressor
failures. The typical method for avoiding such
problems is a vacuum pump-down executed
with a vacuum pump, thus creating a minimum
vacuum of 500 microns (0.67 mbar).
The evacuation procedure is based
upon achieving an actual system Vacuum standard
and is NOT TIME DEPENDENT!
Evacuate the installation down to 0,67 mbar to
ensure quality vacuum.
It is recommended to evacuate on both high and
low pressure side to achieve fast and uniform
vacuum in the entire refrigeration system.
The installer is responsible for the
installation of the unit and complete refrigeration
system design according particular conditions
of each application as this is not scope of current
Guideline.
When the vacuum level has been reached, the
system must be isolated from the pump.
A vacuum of 0.67mbar has to be reached and
maintained for 4 hours. This pressure is to be
measured in the refrigeration system, and not at
the vacuum pump gauge.
If pressure increases rapidly, the system is not
airtight. Locate and repair leaks. Restart the
vacuum procedure.
If pressure increases slowly, the system contains
moisture inside. Break the vacuum with nitrogen
gas and restart the vacuum process again.
Do not use a megohmmeter nor
apply power to the compressor while it is under
vacuum as this may cause internal damage.
Leak detection must be carried
out using a mixture of nitrogen and refrigerant or
nitrogen and helium. Never use other gasses such
as oxygen, dry air or acetylene as these may form
an inflammable mixture. Pressurize the system on
HP side first then LP side.
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5.3 Refrigerant charge
For the initial charge condensing must not run
and eventual service valves must be closed.
Charge refrigerant as close as possible to the
nominal system charge before starting the
compressor. As maximum safe refrigerant charge
for compressor is 3,6 kg initial charge can be
considered close to 4 kg (will depend on tube
sizes, lengths of each individual system). This initial
charging operation must be done in liquid phase
as far away as possible from the compressor.
Never start the compressor under vacuum, ensure
a progressive charge of the system to 4– 5 bar.
For the initial refrigerant charge service port on
liquid line ball valve can be used. This port is
equipped with Schrader valve.
For the adjustment of refrigerant charge port on
the suction line can be used (located between oil
return port and suction ball valve port). This port is
also equipped with Schrader valve.
Refrigerant charge should secure stable work
at minimum and maximum heat load within
the limits of condensing unit application
envelope!
The remaining charge is done until the installation
has reached a level of stable nominal condition
during operation.
Next steps can be followed for proper charging or
the system:
- keep system working under the max load
conditions (all evaporators working, maximum
air/liquid flow via evaporator(s)).
- slowly throttling liquid in on the low pressure
side as far away as possible from the compressor
suction connection by default via the port on
suction line as described before.
- keep under the control evaporating pressure,
condensing pressure, suction superheat.
- charge system until reaching suction superheat
6-12 K at desired evaporating temperature.
Suction superheat as well as suction, condensing
pressures (temperatures) can be read from
controller display.
To avoid system overcharging (which can cause
higher energy consumption, high pressure alarms)
maximum refrigerant charge can be calculated as
follows:
Mmax = (Vrec + VliqL) * 0.9,
Where
Mmax = approximate maximum refrigerant
charge, kg
Vrec = receiver volume, L, for Optyma
™
Plus
INVERTER 6,2 L
VliqL = internal volume of liquid line, L (specific for
each system)
0.9 – correlation coefficient due to refrigerant
density.
Liquid line – DimensionLiquid line - Volume
OD
[inch]
3/89.57.90.050.5
1/212. 711.10.101.0
5/815.914.10.161.6
3/419.117.30.232.3
7/822.219.90.313.1
OD [mm] ID [mm]
VliqL
[L /1m]
VliqL
[L/10m]
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System design recommendations
5.4 Oil level
During all of the charge procedure keep the
oil heaters ON and keep an eye on the oil sight
glass, so that it doesn’t change color, density
or appearance and it doesn’t start foaming.
Refrigerant charge quantity must be suitable for
maximum load conditions as well as for minimum
load conditions for both summer and winter
operations.
It means that refrigerant charge should be enough
to feed all evaporators during the peak load
conditions and condenser should not be flooded
by liquid refrigerant during minimum load
conditions.
Receiver and liquid lines should be able to contain
remaining refrigerant during low load conditions.
Optyma™ Plus INVERTER condensing units are
supplied with POE oil, the oil separator is precharged with 0,3l oil. In case of adding oils always
use original Danfoss POE oil from new cans.
After commissioning, the oil level should be
checked and topped up if necessary.
When the compressor is running under stabilized
conditions, the oil level must be visible in the
sight glass. The presence of foam filling in the
sight glass indicates large concentration of
refrigerant in the oil and / or presence of liquid
returning to the compressor. The oil level can also
be checked a few minutes after the compressor
stops, the level must be between ¼ and ¾ of
sight glass. When the compressor is off, the
level in the sight glass can be influenced by the
presence of refrigerant in the oil.
Only refrigerant for which the unit is designed for
has to be charged, see unit data.
In case of refrigerant blend charging has to be
done in liquid form in order to avoid chemical
changes of the refrigerant.
Don’t judge the refrigerant charge by
the liquid sight glass as 100% correct way. It may
mislead you!
When Optyma™ Plus INVERTER unit
has to be scraped, refrigerant has to be disposed
for destruction. Local laws and rules have to be
followed for disposal of refrigerant.
In installations with good oil return and line
runs up to 20 m, no additional oil is required. If
installation lines exceed 20 m, additional oil may
be needed. Oil charge has to be adjusted based
on the oil level in the compressor sight glass.
Top-up the oil while the compressor is idle. Use
the schrader connector or any other accessible
connector on the compressor suction line and a
suitable pump.
The oil fills connection and gauge port is a 1/4”
male flare connector incorporating a Schrader
valve.
Oil changing is not normally necessary for
package units.
5.5 Check before start
1. Compliance between unit and power supply.
2. Check that valves are opened.
Remark: Do not open receiver valve entirely to
get correct pressure to the discharge pressure
transmitter. Turn valve spindle one round (360°) in
close direction.
3. Check that crankcase and oil separator heaters
are working.
4. Check that fan can rotate freely.
5. Check for possible faults in the installation.
6. Check main switch overload protection setting.
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5.6 Startup of the unit
After below steps are completed:
1) System is completely installed.
2) All electrical connections are done.
3) System is charged.
Next steps are needed to start the unit:
The controller of the condensing unit is set for
R449A. If this factory setting of refrigerant as well
as other factory settings of parameters fits for the
requirement of your application, no controller
parameter must be changed.
• For a refrigerant change go into the parameter
menu (press upper button 5 seconds).
• Select parameter “r12” (software main switch)
with a short press on lower button.
• Activate parameter “r12” with middle button and
change the value to 0 (zero).
• Confirm the value with a short press on the
middle button (the 3 LED’s start flashing).
• Go to the parameter “o30” (Refrigerant).
• Change the value of parameter “o30” to 21 if
R407A, 37 if R407F will be used.
• Confirm the value with a short press on the
middle button.
Press short the upper (or lower) button to go to
the next Parameter of the Parameter menu, e.g.
Parameter r23 for suction pressure setpoint or r82
for Min Condensing Pressure. Scroll fast through
the Parameters with a long press on these buttons.
• Press short the middle button to show the value
of the selected Parameter.
• Press afterwards the upper (or lower) button to
change the value of the selected parameter. A
long press on these buttons will change the value
fast
• Select parameter “r12” again.
• Change the value to 1 (one).
• Confirm the value with a short press on the
middle button (the 3 LED-signs stop flashing and
the condensing unit will start if required).
• After 20 seconds the display returns to the
evaporation temperature in °C, the new refrigerant
and all relevant parameters are changed.
It is compulsory to energize crankcase and oil
separator heaters at least 1 hour before initial
start-up and start-up after prolonged shutdown
to remove refrigerant in liquid phase from the
compressor.
Condensing unit is factory preset for quick
installation and start up. Compressor drive is
fully managed by condensing unit controller and
therefore all parameters settings should be done
only via condensing unit controller.
5.7 Check after start
After a couple of hours of stable operation
following has to be checked via service
parameters U :
1. Unit current consumption.
2. Rotation of fan (suction through condenser).
3. Check for leakages in refrigerant system.
4. Check superheat.
5. Check oil level.
6. Check for abnormal noises.
7. Check for abnormal vibrations.
8. Suction and discharge pressures.
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6.1 Advantages
6.2 Controller’s
regulation logic
6.3 Functions
In order to provide the highest level of compressor
protection, energy efficiency and adaptation to
• Condensing pressure control in relation to
outside temperature.
• Fan speed regulation.
• On/off and variable speed regulation of the
compressor.
• Crankcase heating element control.
• Day/night controller operation.
The controller receives a signal for demanded
cooling, and it then starts the compressor.
If compressor is controlled by variable speed, the
suction pressure (converted to temperature) will
be controlled according to the set evaporating
temperature.
Condenser pressure regulation is performed
following a signal from the ambient temperature
• Control of condensing temperature.
• Control of fan speed.
• On/off control or speed regulation of the
compressor.
• Control of heating element in crankcase.
• Liquid injection into economizer port.
variable conditions condensing unit is equipped
with specific controller.
• Built-in clock function with power reserve .
• Built-in Modbus data communication.
• Monitoring discharge temperature td.
• Oil return management control at variable speed
operation.
sensor and the set reference corresponding to
difference between condensing and ambient
temperatures. The controller will then control the
fan, which allows the condensing temperature to
be maintained at the desired value. The controller
can also control the heating element in the
crankcase so that oil is kept separate from the
refrigerant.
• Raising the condenser pressure regulation
reference during night operation.
• Both internal and external start/stop cooling.
• Safety cut-out activated via signal from
automatic safety control.
6.4 Regulation reference
for condensing
temperature
6.5 Fan operation
6.6 Compressor control
The controller controls the condensing
temperature in relation to the ambient
temperature. This difference is preset in the
The controller will control the fan so that the
condensing temperature is maintained at the
desired value above the ambient temperature.
The compressor is controlled by a signal at the
DI1 input. The compressor will start once the
input is connected. Three restrictions have been
implemented to avoid frequent start/stops:
- minimum ON time.
- minimum OFF time.
- time elapsed between two starts.
These three restrictions have the highest priority
during regulation, and the other functions will
wait until they are complete before regulation
can continue. When the compressor is ‘locked’
controller. It can also, via another parameter, get
increased at night.
by a restriction, this can be seen in a status
notification. DI3 input is used as a safety stop for
the compressor, an insufficient input signal will
immediately stop the compressor. The compressor
is speed-controlled with a voltage signal at the
AO2 output.
If the compressor has been running for a long
period at low speed, the speed is increased for a
short moment for the purpose of oil return.
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6.7 Maximum discharge
gas temperature
6.8 High pressure
monitoring
6.9 Low pressure
monitoring
6.10 Pump down limit
The temperature is recorded by sensor Td.
If variable speed control is chosen for the
compressor, this control will initially reduce the
compressor capacity if the Td temperature
approaches the set maximum value. If higher
temperature is detected than the set max.
temperature, the fan’s speed will be set to 100%.
If this does not cause the temperature to drop,
and if the temperature remains high after the
During regulation, the internal high pressure
monitoring function is able to detect an over the
limit condensing pressure so that the regulation
can continue.
However, if the C73 setting is exceeded, the
compressor will be stopped.
During regulation, the internal low pressure
monitoring function will cut out the compressor
upon detecting a suction pressure that falls below
the lower limit, but only once the minimum ON
The compressor will be stopped if a suction
pressure that falls below the set value is registered,
but only once the minimum ON time is exceeded.
set delay time, the compressor will be stopped.
The compressor will only be re-started once the
temperature is 10 K lower than the set value. The
above mentioned re-start restrictions must also
be complete before the compressor can start once
again. If the delay time is set to ‘0’, the function
will not stop the compressor. The Td sensor can be
deactivated (o63).
If, on the other hand, the signal comes from the
interrupted safety circuit connected to DI3, the
compressor will immediately be stopped and the
fan will be set to 100%.
When the signal is once again ‘OK’ at the DI3 input,
the regulation will resume.
time is exceeded. An alarm will be issued. This
function will be time delayed, if the compressor
starts at low ambient temperature.
6.11 Data communication
The controller is delivered with built-in MODBUS
data communication and can be connected to
an ADAP KOOL® network. If a different form of
data communication is requested, a LON RS-485
module can be inserted in the controller.
The connection will then be made on terminal RS
485.
Important:
All connections to the data communication
must comply with the requirements for data
communication cables.
All condensing units are delivered with controllers
which are factory pre-set.
See below table with factory setting of controllers
integrated into condensing units and controllers
supplied separately for service replacement
(when controller is supplied as spare part for
service replacement its factory settings are slightly
different and should be adjusted according to
controller unit specific settings in paragraph 6.12
and application specific requirements).
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6.12 Controller settings
NOTE! In case of controller replacement beware that unit controller settings are different from default controller factory settings!
FunctionCodeMin.value Max.value
Normal operation
Set point Tc (regulation reference follows the number of degrees above the outside
temperature Tamb)
Regulation
Select SI or US display. 0=SI (bar and °C). 1=US (Psig and °F)r050/ °C1/ F0/ °C
Internal Main Switch. Manual and service = - 1, Stop regulation = 0, Start regulation =1r12-1101
Offset during night operation. During night operation the reference is raised by this
value
Set point for suction pressure Tsr23-25 °C10°C-7°C
Readout of reference for Tcr29--Thermostat cut-in value for an external heating element (069=2 and o40=1)r71-30.0°C0.0°C-25°C
Min. condensing temperature (lowest permitted Tc reference)r820°C40°C30°C
Max. condensing temperature (highest permitted Tc reference)r8320°C50°C40°C
Max. discharge gas temperature Tdr8450°C140°C12 5°C125°C
Alarms
Alarm time delay on signal on the DI2 inputA280 min.240 min.30 min.
Alarm for insufficient cooling in condenser. Set temperature difference.A703.0 K20.0 K10.0 K
Delay time for A70 alarmA715 min.240 min.30 min.
Compressor
Min. ON-timec011 s240 s5 s
Min. OFF-timec023 s240 s12 0 s
Min. time between compressor startsc070 min.30 min.5 min.
Pump down limit at which the compressor is stopped (setting 0.0 = function
dis-activated)
Min. compressor speedc4630 rps70 rps30 rps
Start speed for compressor and min. speed for high condensing temperaturesc4730 rps70 rps50 rps
Max. compressor speedc4850 rps100 rps10 0 rps
Max. compressor speed during night operation (% value of c48)c6950%100%70%
Definition of compressor control:
0: No compressor - Condensing unit OFF
1: Fixed speed - Input DI1 used to start / stop of fixed speed compressor
2: Variable speed - Input DI1 used for start / stop of variable speed-controlled compressor with a 0-10 V signal on AO2
Time delay for high Td. The compressor will stop when time expiresc720 min.20 min.1 min.
Max. pressure. Compressor stops if a higher pressure is recordedc737.0 bar31.0 bar23.0 bar25.8
Difference for max. pressure (c73)c741.0 bar10.0 bar3.0 bar
Min. suction pressure Ps. Compressor stops if a lower pressure is recordedc75-0.3 bar6.0 bar1.4 bar2
Difference for min. suction pressure and pump downc760.1 bar5.0 bar0.7 bar
Amplification factor Kp for compressors PI regulationc823.030.020.0
Integration time Tn for compressors PI regulationc8330 s360 s60 s
Liquid Injection Offsetc880.1 K20.0 K5.0 K
Liquid Injection hysteresisc893.0 K30.0 K15.0 K
Compressor stop delay after Liquid injectionc900 s10 s3 s
Desired compressor speed if the signal from the pressure transmitter Ps failsc9325 Hz70 Hz60 Hz
Min On time during Low Ambient LPc940 s120 s0 s
Measured Tc for which the Comp min speed is raised to StartSpeedc9510.0 °C70.0°C50.0°C
Control parameters
Amplification factor Kp for PI regulationn041.020.07. 0
Integration time Tn for PI regulationn052012 040
Kp max for PI regulation when the measurement is far from referencen955.050.020.0
---2.0 K20.0 K8.0 K
r130 K10 K2 K
C330.0 bar6.0 bar0.0 bar2.3
c710212
Default
controller
settings
Unit
controller
settings
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FunctionCodeMin.value Max.value
Fan
Readout of fan speed in %F07--Permitted change in fan speed (to a lower value) % per secondF141.0%5.0%5.0%
Jog speed (speed as a % when the fan is started)F1510%100%40%
Jog speed at low temperatureF160%40%10%
Definition of fan control: 0=Off; 1=Internal control. 2=External speed controlF17021
Minimum fan speed. Decreased need will stop the fanF180%40%10%
Maximum fan speedF1940%100%100%
Manual control of the fan’s speed. (Only when r12 is set to -1)F200%100%0%
Phase compensation (should only be changed by specially trained personnel.)F2105020
Real time clock
Time at which they switch to day operationt170 hrs23 hrs0
Time at which they switch to night operationt180 hrs23 hrs0
Clock - Setting of hourst070 hrs23 hrs0
Clock - Setting of minutet08 0 min.59 min.0
Clock - Setting of datet451 day31 day1
Clock - Setting of montht461 mon.12 mon.1
Clock - Setting of yeart470 year99 year0
Miscellaneous
Network addresso0302400
On/Off switch (Service Pin message)
IMPORTANT! o61 must be set prior to o04
(used at LON 485 only)
Access code (access to all settings)o0501000
Readout of controllers software versiono08
Select signal for display view. 1=Suction pressure in degrees, Ts 2=Condensing
pressure in degrees, Ts
Pressure transmitter working range Ps - min. valueo20-1 bar5 bar-1
Pressure transmitter working range Ps- max. valueo216 bar200 bar12
Refrigerant setting:
Input signal on DI2. Function:
0=not used,
1=External safety function. Regulate when closed,
2=external main switch,
3=Night operation when closed,
4=alarm function when closed,
5=alarm function when open,
6=on/off Status for monitoring
7=Alarm from speed regulation
Pressure transmitter working range Pc– min. valueo47-1 bar5 bar0 bar
Pressure transmitter working range Pc – max. valueo486 bar200 bar32 bar
Setting of condensing unit type (is factory set when the controller is mounted
and cannot be subsequently changed)
The sensor input S3 is to be used to measure the discharge gas temperature
(1=yes)
Replace the controllers factory settings with the present settingso67Off (0)On (1)Off (0)
Defines the use of the Taux sensor: 0=not used; 1=measuring of oil
temperature; 2=other optional use
Period time for heating element in crankcase (ON + OFF period)P4530 s255 s240 s
Difference for heating elements 100% ON pointP46-20 K-5 K-10 K
Difference for heating elements 100% OFF pointP475 K20 K10 K
Read-out of operating time for condenser unit. (Value must be multiplied by
1,000). The value can be adjusted
Read-out of compressor operating time. (Value must be multiplied by 1,000).
The value can be adjusted
o040/Off1/O n0/Off
o17121
*o30042041
o37070
031
*o61069055 or 56 or 57*
o63011
o69030
P48--0 h
P49--0 h
Default
controller
settings
Unit controller
settings
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FunctionCodeMin.valueMax.value
Read-out of operating time of heating element in crankcase.
(Value must be multiplied by 1,000). The value can be adjusted
Read-out of number of HP alarms. The value can be adjustedP51--0
Read-out of number of LP alarms. The value can be adjustedP52--0
Read-out of number of Td alarms. The value can be adjustedP53--0
Oil return management. Compressor speed for the counter
starting point
Oil return management. Limit value for counterP785 min.720 min.20 min.
Oil return management. Boost-speedP7940 Rps100 Rps50 Rps
Oil return management. Boost-timeP8010 s600 s60 s
Service
Readout pressure on Pcu01bar
Readout temperature Tauxu03°C
Status on DI1 input. 1=on=closedu10
Status on night operation (on or off) 1=on=night operationu13
Readout superheatu21K
Readout temperature at S6 sensoru36°C
Status on DI2 input. 1=on=closedu37
Readout the compressor capacity in %u52%
Status on relay to compressor. 1=on=closed**u58
Status on relay to fan. 1=on=closed**u59
Status on relay to alarm. 1=on=closed**u62
Status on relay “Aux”. 1=on=closed**u63
Status on relay to heating element in crank case. 1=on=closed**u71
Status on high voltage input DI3. 1=on=230 Vu87
Readout condensing pressure in temperatureU22°C
Readout pressure PsU23bar
Readout suction pressure in temperatureU24°C
Readout ambient temperature TambU25°C
Readout discharge temperature TdU26°C
Readout suction gas temperature TsU27°C
Readout the voltage on the output AO1U44V
Readout the voltage on the output AO2U56V
P50--0 h
P7725 rps70 rps40 rps
Default
controller
settings
Unit controller
settings
Following controller parameters are
modified from factory setting by condensing unit
production.
All Other parameters in «unit controller setting»
are same as "Default controller setting"
Following parameter should be modified by
installer if controller is used as pump down device.
- c33: 2.3 (pump down limit, should be min.
0.3bar higher than c75 to avoid
unwanted alarms).
Modification of controller parameters shall be
done by qualified persons only.
In case of any problems with controller it is
possible to connect unit bypassing it: see details in
chapter 4.3.1 of this guideline.
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Application Guidelines
Service and maintenance
7.1 General
recommendations
7.2 Condenser
Even if main switch of
condensing unit is in position OFF power still
available at income terminals of main switch.
In case of any service related to electrical
components inside condensing unit it is
recommended to disconnect condensing
unit from the power by switch located before
condensing unit.
It is recommend to check the unit for leakages
minimum once a year and in accordance with
national requirements.
Condenser should at least once a year be checked
for clogging and be cleaned if deemed necessary.
Access to internal side of condenser takes place
through fan door. Remember to switch off the unit
at main switch before opening the fan door.
In comparison to fin and tube heat exchangers,
microchannel coils tend to accumulate more of the
dirt on the surface and of the less dirt inside which
can make them easier to clean.
Step 1: Remove surface debris
Remove surface dirt, leaves, fibres, etc. with
a vacuum cleaner (preferably with a brush or
other soft attachment rather than a metal tube),
compressed air blown from the inside out, and/
or a soft bristle (not wire!) brush. Do not impact or
scrape the coil with the vacuum tube, air nozzle,
etc.
Furthermore following should be checked:
1. Electrical and refrigerant connections for
damages, corrosion etc.
2. The mounting devices (bolts, nuts, etc) of the
unit.
3. Vibrations: if it is on the same level as after
installation or any signs of abnormal vibration.
4. Operation conditions.
5. Airflow across the condenser.
6. Oil level.
7. Tightness of electrical connections.
8. Operation of the crankcase and oil separator
heaters.
Compressor must always be warmer than any
other component in the circuit, even if the circuit is
switched off for seasonal stop.
Step 2: Rinse
Do not use any chemicals (including those
advertised as coil cleaners) to wash microchannel
heat exchangers. They can cause corrosion. Rinse
only with water.
Hose the MCHE off gently, preferably from the
inside out and top to bottom, running the water
through every fin passage until it comes out clean.
Microchannels fins are stronger than traditional
tube & fin coil fins but still need to be handled with
care. Do not bang the hose into the coil.
Step 3: Optional blow dry
Microchannel heat exchangers, because of their
fin geometry, tend to retain water more than
traditional fin & tube coils. It may be beneficial to
blow or vacuum out the rinse water from your unit
to speed drying and prevent pooling.
7.3 Service and safety
advice
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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 dryer
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. Beware
of hot and cold components in the refrigeration
system. The components in the refrigeration
system are pressurized; as a consequence special
attention has to be paid during operation on these
components.
Do not operate condensing unit
without refrigerant charge or without being
connected to the system.
Safety goggles, gloves, protective clothing, safety
boots, hard hats or another safety equipment
should be worn when necessary.
Never install a system in the field and leave it
unattended when it has no charge, a holding
charge, or with the service valves closed without
electrically locking out the system.
Do not touch the compressor until it has cooled
down. Ensure that other materials in the area of
the compressor do not get in touch with it.
Before Starting Repair Work
- Disconnect from mains
- Wait as stated before for discharge of the DC-link.
(Refer section 4.5.1 Warning when touching unit
when OFF)
- Remove compressor cable.
Application Guidelines
7.4 Access ports
Charging port (suction line) adjustment of refrigerant charge
Service and maintenance
Charging port (liquid line) initial charge (=4kg)
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Application Guidelines
Transportation, handling and storage
8.1 Unpacking
8.2 Transportation and
handling
8.3 Disposal Instruction
When unit reaches your warehouse, inspect the
packing for any visible damage and make sure
it is in good condition. In the event you detect
any damage, please contact your forwarder
Move the condensing unit only with appropriate
mechanical or handling equipment according
to weight. 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
Equipment containing electrical components must
not be disposed of together with domestic waste.
It must be separately collected with electrical and
immediately: send a registered letter to the
shipping company claiming the suffered damage,
a copy of which should be sent responsible
contact in Danfoss.
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.
electronic waste according to local and currently
valid legislation.
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NOTICE
Application Guidelines
Warranty
9.1 Warranty conditions
9.2 Unauthorized
changes
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.
Warranty can also be rejected in case of
unauthorized modifications of the condensing
unit:
- Modification of electrical box.
- Modification of internal piping system of the
condensing unit.
• Use in mobile applications.
• Use in explosive atmospheric environment.
• No model number or serial number transmitted
with the warranty claim.
Charging of refrigerant or oil not
specified by Danfoss as suitable for the unit will
lead to annulment of warranty from Danfoss A/S
side (if the refrigerant or oil are not approved
in writing by Danfoss). Annulment of warranty
from Danfoss side will also take place if the unit is
altered without written approval from Danfoss.
Warranty is governed by the Danfoss general
terms of warranty.
- Direct changes of drive parameter setting
(all parameter changes should be limited to
controller setting changes. No changes allowed
on the drive itself).
- Replacement of drive, compressor, fan or other
components on the condensing unit by similar
components which are not Danfoss original
components or approved by Danfoss.
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Application Guidelines
Identification
Country
Installation reference (shop name)
City of installation
Installer Company
Unit Co de/ Type
Serial N° of unit
Installation Date
Commission Date
Installation
Refrigerant
Number of evaporators connected to the variable speed condensing unit
Expected maximum Ambient temperature °C
Expected minimum Ambient temperature °C
Evaporators
Evaporator N°1234
Type of application (cold room, cabinet, process cooling, etc.)
Distance to the unit [m]
Vertical position of the unit (+ if above or - if below)
Evaporator Cooling capacity [kW]
Evaporating pressure [bar] / temperature [°C]
Superheat at evaporator outlet [K]
Type of expansion valve used : Thermostatic (TEV) - electronic (EEX)
Compressor
Suction gas temperature [°C] or pressure [bar] at compressor inlet
Frequency observed at stabilised condition
Oil level in oilsightglass after start-up (1/4 - 1/2 - 3/4)
Oil topup [L]
Refrigerant charge [kg]
Electrics & controls
Has the installation a stable power supply
Voltage (between L1/L2/L3)U1:U2:U3:
What's the type of grid (IT, TT, TN)
If system-manager used (AK-SM, AK-SC….), type
Data collected during start up
Kind request to provide after start-up completed copy of this page to your wholesaler of purchase, as part of warranty modalities.
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