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2WGZ 030A through 100A IOMM WGZ-1
2003 McQuay International
Introduction
General Description
McQuay Type WGZ water chillers are designed for indoor installations and are available with watercooled condensers (Model AW), or arranged for use with remote air-cooled or evaporative condensers
(Model AA). Each water-cooled unit is completely assembled and factory wired before evacuation,
charging and testing. They consist of hermetic scroll compressors, brazed-plate evaporator, watercooled condenser (WGZ-AW), and complete refrigerant piping.
Units manufactured for use with remote condensers (Models WGZ-AA) have all refrigerant
specialties factory-mounted and connection points for refrigerant discharge and liquid lines.
Liquid line components that are included are manual liquid line shutoff valves, charging valves, filterdriers, liquid line solenoid valves, sight glass/moisture indicators, and thermal expansion valves.
Other features include compressor crankcase heaters, and a MicroTech II¥ microprocessor controller.
The electrical control center includes all equipment protection and operating controls necessary for
dependable automatic operation.
The compressors are not fused as standard, but can be protected by optional circuit breakers or fuses,
or can rely on a field-installed, fused disconnect switch for protection.
Nomenclature
W G Z 100 - A W
Water-Cooled Condensing
Scroll Compressor
Nominal Capacity (Tons)
Global
W = Water-Cooled Condenser
A = Unit Less Condenser
Design Vintage
Inspection
When the equipment is received, all items should be carefully checked against the bill of lading to be
sure of a complete shipment. All units must be carefully inspected for damage upon arrival. All
shipping damage must be reported to the carrier and a claim must be filed with the carrier. The unit
serial plate should be checked before unloading the unit to be sure that it agrees with the power
supply available. Physical damage to unit after acceptance is not the responsibility of McQuay.
Note: Unit shipping and operating weights are given in the physical data tables beginning on
page 26.
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Installation
Note: Installation and maintenance ar e to be perform ed only by qualified personnel who are
familiar with local codes and regulations, and experienced with this type of equipment.
WARNING
Avoid contact with sharp edges. Personal injury can result.
Handling
Every model WGZ-AW water chiller with water-cooled condensers is shipped with a full refrigerant
charge. For shipment, the charge is contained in the condenser and is isolated by the condenser liquid
shutoff valve and the compressor discharge valve common to a pair of compressors.
A holding charge is supplied in remote condenser models, WGZ-AA. The operating charge must be
field supplied and charged.
WARNING
If the unit has been damaged, allowing the refrigerant to escape, there can be danger
of suffocation in the equipment area since the refrigerant will displace the air. Be
sure to review Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements if damage
occurred. Avoid exposing an open flame to the refrigerant.
Moving the Unit
Some means such as dollies or skids must be field furnished to protect the unit from accidental
damage and to permit easy handling and moving.
Figure 1, Lifting the Unit
(2) 2”
Lifting
Holes
Removable
Lifting
Bar
It is recommended that all moving and
handling be performed with skids or
dollies under the unit when possible
and that they not be removed until the
unit is in the final location.
Never put the weight of the unit against the control box.
In moving, always apply pressure to the base on the skids only and not to the piping or other
components. A long bar will help move the unit easily. Avoid dropping the unit at the end of the roll.
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If the unit must be hoisted, lift the unit from the removable lifting arms factory-bolted to each end of
the unit adjacent to the tube sheet by attaching cables or chains to the end of the arms. A spreader bar
must be used to protect the piping, control panel and other areas of the chiller (see Figure 1). The
arms should be removed and discarded after use.
Do not at tach sl ings to pip ing or e quipment. Do not attempt to lift the unit by lifting points mounted
on the compressors. They are for lifting only the compressor should one need to be removed from the
unit. Move unit in the upright horizontal position at all times. Set unit down gently when lowering
from the truck or rollers.
WGZ chillers are designed for indoor application and must be located in an area where the
surrounding ambient temperature is 40°F (4°C) or above. A good rule of thumb is to place units
where ambient temperatures are at least 5°F (3°C) above the leaving water temperature.
Because of the electrical control devices, the units should not be exposed to the weather. A plastic
cover over the control box is supplied as temporary protection during shipment. A reasonably level
and sufficiently strong floor is required for the water chiller. If necessary, additional structural
members should be provided to transfer the weight of the unit to the nearest beams.
Note: Unit shipping and operating weights are given in Table 1 and in the physical data
tables beginning on page 26.
Space Requirements for Connections and Servicing
The chilled water and condenser water (on units with a water-cooled condenser) piping enters and
leaves the unit from the right side when looking at the control panel. Left-hand condenser
connections are an option. A clearance of at least 3 feet (1219 mm), or more if codes require, should
be provided beyond this piping and on all other sides and ends of the unit for general servicing or for
changing the compressors, if it ever becomes necessary.
On units equipped with a water-cooled condenser (Type WGZ-AW) clearance should also be
provided for cleaning or removal of condenser tubes on one end of the unit. The clearance for
cleaning depends on the type of apparatus used, but can be as much as the length of the condenser (10
feet, 3050 mm). Tube replacement requires the tube length of 10 feet (3050 mm) plus one to two feet
of workspace. This space can often be provided through a doorway or other aperture.
Placing the Unit
The small amount of vibration normally encountered with the water chiller makes this unit
particularly desirable for basement or ground floor installations where the unit can be mounted
directly to the floor. The floor construction should be such that the unit will not affect the building
structure, or transmit noise and vibration into the structure.
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Vibration Isolators
It is recommended that isolators be used on all upper level installations or in areas where vibration
transmission is a consideration.
Figure 2, Isolator Locations
4
LB
1
LF
Control Panel
RB
FRF
3
Water
Connections
2
flushing, charging, etc., is completed, the springs are adjusted upward to loosen the blocks or shims
that are then removed.
A rubber anti-skid pad should be used under isolators if hold-down bolts are not used.
Installation of spring isolators requires flexible piping connections and at least three feet of flexible
electrical conduit to avoid straining the piping and transmitting vibration and noise.
Transfer the unit as indicated under
“Moving the Unit.” In all cases, set
the unit in place and level with a spirit
level. When spring-type isolators are
required, install springs running under
the main unit supports.
The unit should be set initially on
shims or blocks at the listed spring
free height. When all piping, wiring,
Figure 3, Spring Flex Mountings Figure 4, Single Neoprene-in-Shear
Mounting
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Water Piping
General
Due to the variety of piping practices, it is advisable to follow the recommendations of local
authorities for code compliance. They can supply the installer with the proper building and safety
codes required for a safe and proper installation.
Basically, the piping should be designed with a minimum number of bends and changes in elevation
to keep system cost down and performance up. Other piping design considerations include:
1. All piping should be installed and supported to prevent the chiller connections from bearing any
2. Vibration eliminators to reduce vibration and noise transmission to the building.
3. Shutoff valves to isolate the unit from the piping system during unit servicing.
4. Manual or automatic air vent valves at the high points of the system. Drains should be placed at
5. Some means of maintaining ad equate system water pressure ( e.g., expansion ta nk or regulating
6. Temperature and pressure indicators located within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the inlet and outlet of
7. A strainer or some means of removing foreign matter from the water before it enters the pump is
strain or weight of the system piping.
the lowest points in the system.
valve).
the vessels to aid in unit servicing.
recommended. It should be placed far enough upstream to pr event cavitation at the pump inlet
(consult pump manufacturer for recommendations). The use of a strainer will prolong pump life
and thus maintain system performance.
Important Note
A cleanable 40-mesh strainer must also be placed in the water line j ust prior to the inlet of
the evaporator. This will aid in preventing foreign material from entering and decreasing the
performance of the evaporator.
8. If the unit is used as a replacement chiller on a previously existing piping system, the system
should be thoroughly flushed prior to unit installation. Regular water anal ysis a nd chemical
water treatment on the evaporator and condenser is recommended immediately upon equipment
start-up.
9. In the event glycol is added to the water system, as an afterthought for freeze protection,
recognize that the refrigerant suction pressure will be lower, cooling performance less, and water
side pressure drop will be higher. If the percentage of glycol is large, or if propylene glycol is
used instead of ethylene glycol, the added pressure drop and loss of performance could be
substantial. Reset the freezestat and low leaving water alarm temperatures. The freezestat is
factory set to default at 36°F (2.2°C). Reset the freezestat setting to approximately 4° to 5°F
(2.3° to 2.8°C) below the leaving chilled water setpoint temperature. See the section titled
“Glycol Solutions” for additional information concerning the use of glycol.
10. A preliminary leak check of the water piping should be made before filling the system.
Note: A water f low switch or pressur e differential switch m ust be m ounted in the evaporator
outlet water line to signal that there is water flow before the unit will start.
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Figure 5, Typical Field Evaporator Water Piping
Ai
r
Vent
Inlet
Strainer
Isolation
Valves
Outlet
P
Drain
Vibration
Eliminators
Flow
Switch
NOTE: Water piping must be supported independently from the unit.
System Water Volume
It is important to have adequate water volume in the system to provide an opportunity for the chiller
to sense a load change, adjust to the change, and then stabilize. As the expected load change becomes
more rapid, a greater water volume is needed. The system water volume is the total amount of water
in the evaporator, air handling equipment, and associated piping. If the water volume is too low,
operational problems can occur including rapid compressor cycling, rapid loading and unloading of
compressors, erratic refrigerant flow in the chiller, improper motor cooling, shortened equipment life
and other undesirable occurrences.
For normal comfort cooling applications where the cooling load changes relatively slowly, we
recommend a minimum system volume of four minutes times the flow rate (GPM). For example, if
the design chiller flow rate is 120 gpm, we recommend a minimum system volume of 480 gallons
(120 gpm x 4 minutes).
For process applications where the cooling load can change rapidly, additional system water volume
is needed. A process example would be the quenching of hot metal objects. The load would be very
stable until the hot metal is dipped into the water tank. Then, the load would increase drastically.
Since there are many other factors that can influence performance, systems can successfully operate
below these suggestions. However, as the water volume decreases below these guidelines, the
possibility of problems increases.
Variable Chilled Water Flow
Reducing chilled water flow in proportion to load can reduce total system power consumption.
Certain restrictions apply to the amount and rate of flow change. The rate of flow change should be a
maximum of 10 percent of the change, per minute. Do not reduce flow lower than the minimum
flows listed in the pressure drop data on page 15.
Chilled Water Piping
The system water piping must be flushed thoroughly prior to making connections to the unit
evaporator. It is required that a 1.0 mm (16 to 20 mesh) strainer be installed in the return water line
before the inlet to the chiller. Lay out the water piping so the chilled water circulating pump
discharges into the evaporator inlet.
The return water line must be piped to the evaporator inlet connection and the supply water line must
be piped to the evaporator outlet connection. If the evaporator water is piped in the reverse direction,
a substantial decrease in capacity and efficiency of the unit will be experienced.
A flow switch must be installed in the horizontal piping of the supply (evaporator outlet) water line to
prove water flow before starting the unit.
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Drain connections should be provided at all low points in the system to permit complete drainage of
the system. Air vents should be located at the high points in the system to purge air out of the system.
The evaporators are not equipped with vent or drain connections and provision must be made in the
entering and leaving chilled water piping for venting and draining.
Pressure gauges should be installed in the inlet and outlet water lines to the evaporator. Pressure drop
through the evaporator should be measured to determine water flow from the flow/pressure drop
curves on page 15. Vibration eliminators are recommended in both the supply and return water lines.
Chilled water piping should be insulated to reduce heat loss and prevent condensation. Complete unit
and system leak tests should be performed prior to insulating the water piping. Insulation with a
vapor barrier would be the recommended type of insulation. If the vessel is insulated, the vent and
drain connections must extend beyond the proposed insulation thickness for accessibility.
Chillers not run in the winter should have their water systems thoroughly drained if subje ct to subfreezing temperatures. If the chiller operates year-round, or if the system is not drained for the winter,
the chilled water piping exposed to sub-freezing ambient temperatures should be protected against
freezing by wrapping the lines with a heater cable. In addition, an adequate percentage of glycol
should be added to the system to further protect the system during low ambient temperature periods.
It should be noted that water piping that has been left drained is subject to more corrosion than if
filled with water. Use of a Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) or some other protection should be
considered.
Chilled Water Sensor
Figure 6, Thermostat Well Location
Suction
Circuit #1
Suction
Circuit #2
Leavin
Chilled
Water Sensor
The chilled water sensor is factory installed in the
leaving water connection on the evaporator. Care
should be taken not to damage the sensor cable or
lead wires when working around the unit. It is
also advisable to check the lead wire before
running the unit to be sure that it is firmly
anchored and not rubbing on the frame or any
Liquid
Circuit #2
Liquid
Circuit #1
other component. If the sensor is ever removed
from the well for servicing, care must be taken to
not wipe off the heat-conducting compound
supplied in the well.
CAUTION
The thermostat bulb should not be exposed to water temperatures above 125°F
(51.7°C) since this will damage it.
Flow Switch
A water flow switch must be mounted in the leaving evaporator and condenser water line to prove
adequate water flow before the unit can start. This will safeguard against slugging the compressors
on start-up. It also serves to shut down the unit in the event that water flow is interrupted to guard
against evaporator freeze-up.
A flow switch is available from McQuay under part number 01750330. It is a “paddle” type switch
and adaptable to any pipe size from 1 in. (25 mm) to 6 in. (152 mm) nominal. Certain minimum flow
rates are required to close the switch and are listed in Table 5. Electrical connections in the unit
control center should be made at terminals 33 and 43 (chilled water) and 41 and 53 (condenser
water). The normally open contacts of the flow switch should be wired between these two terminals.
There is also a set of normally closed contacts on the switch that could be used for an indicator light
or an alarm to indicate when a “no flow” condition exists.
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1. Apply pipe sealing compound to only the threads of the switch and screw unit into 1 in. (25 mm)
T
reducing tee. The flow arrow must be pointed in the correct direction.
2. Piping should provide a straight length before and after the flow switch of at least five times the
pipe diameter without any valves, elbows, or other flow restricting elements.
3. Trim flow switch paddle if needed to fit the pipe diameter. Make sure paddle does not hang up in
pipe.
CAUTION
Make sure the arrow on the side of the switch is pointed in the direction of flow. The
flow switch is designed to handle the control voltage and should be connected
according to the wiring diagram (see wiring diagram inside control box door).
Incorrect installation will cause improper operation and possible evaporator damage.
When using a glycol solution, the chiller capacity, flow rate, evaporator pressure drop, and chiller
power input can be calculated using the following formulas and reference to Table 6 for ethylene
glycol and Table 7 for propylene glycol.
1. Capacity, Capacity is reduced compared to that with plain water. To find the reduced value,
multiply the chiller’s capacity when using water by the capacity correction factor C to find the
chiller’s capacity when using glycol.
2. Flow, To determine evaporator gpm (or ∆T) knowing ∆T (or gpm) and capacity:
GPMGlycol
24
=
For Metric Applications -- Determine evaporator lps (or ∆T) knowing ∆T (or lps) and kW:
LpsGlycol
3.
Pressure Drop, To determine glycol pressure drop through the cooler, enter the water p ressure
kW
=
∆
18.4
drop graph on page 15 at the actual glycol flow. Multiply the water pressure drop found there by
P to obtain corrected glycol pressure drop.
4.
Power, To determine glycol system kW, multiply the water system kW by factor K.
CapacityGlycolx
∆
TablesfromGCorrectionFlowx
Tx
TablesFromGCorrectionFlowx
Test coolant with a clean, accurate, glycol solution hydrometer (similar to that found in service
stations) to determine the freezing point. Obtain percent glycol from the freezing point found in
Table 6 or Table 7. On glycol applications the supplier normally recommends that a minimum of
25% solution by weight be used for protection against corrosion or the use of additional inhibitors.
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Note: The effect of glycol in the condenser is negligible. As glycol increases in temperature,
its characteristics have a tendency to mirror those of water. Therefore, for selection
purposes, there is no derate in capacity for glycol in the condenser.
Do not use automotive grade antifreeze. Industrial grade glycols must be used.
Automotive antifreeze contains inhibitors which cause plating on copper tubes. The
type and handling of glycol used must be c onsistent with local codes.
Condenser Water Piping
Arrange the condenser water so the water enters the bottom connection of the condenser. The
condenser water will discharge from the top connection. Failing to arrange the condenser water as
stated above will negatively affect the capacity and efficiency.
Pressure gauges should be installed in the inlet and outlet water lines to the condenser. Pr essure drop
through the c ondenser should be measured to determine flo w on the pressure drop/flow curves on
page 16. Vibration eliminators are recommended in both the supply and return water lines.
Water-cooled condensers can be piped for use with cooling towers, well water, or heat recovery
applications. Cooling tower applications should be made with consideration of freeze protection and
scaling problems. Contact the cooling tower manufacturer for equipment characteristics and
limitations for the specific application.
Head pressure control must be provided if the entering condenser water can fall below 60°F. T h e
WGZ condenser has two refrigerant circuits with a common condenser water circuit. This
arrangement makes head pressure control with discharge pressure actuated control valves difficult.
If for some reason the tower water temperature cannot be maintained at a 60°F minimum, or whe n
pond, lake, or well water that can fall below 60°F (15°C) is used as the condensing medium, special
discharge pressure control must be used. A water recirculating system with recirculating pump as
shown in Figure 7 is recommended. This system also has the advantage of maintaining tube velocity
to help prevent tube fouling. The pump should cycle with the chiller.
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Figure 7, Recirculating Discharge Pressure Control System
Circuit #1
Inlet
Circuit #2
Inlet
Condenser
Temperature
Control
Valve
Condenser
Water
Circuit #1
Outlet
Circuit #2
Outlet
Water Pressure Drop
The vessel flow rates must fall between the minimum and maximum values shown on the appropriate
evaporator and condenser curves. Flow rates below the minimum values shown will result in laminar
flow that will reduce efficiency, cause erratic operation of the electronic expansion valve and could
cause low temperature cutoffs. On the other hand, flow rates exceeding the maximum values shown
can cause erosion in the evaporator.
Measure the chilled water pressure d rop through the evaporator at fie ld-installed pressure ta ps. It is
important not to include valves or strainers in these readings.
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Figure 8, Evaporator Water Pressure Drop, WGZ 030A through 100A
Flow Rate Pressure Drop Flow Rate Pressure Drop Flow Rate Press ure Drop
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Refrigerant Piping
Unit with Remote Condenser
General
For remote condenser application (WGZ-AA) such as air-cooled or evaporative condenser, the
chillers are shipped with an R-22 holding charge. It is important that the unit be kept tightly closed
until the remote condenser is installed, piped to the unit and the high side evacuated.
Refrigerant piping, to and from the unit, should be sized and installed according to the latest
ASHRAE Handbook. It is important that the unit piping be properly supported with sound and
vibration isolation between tubing and hanger, and that the discharge lines be looped at the condenser
and trapped at the compressor to prevent refrigerant and oil from draining into the compressors.
Looping the discharge line also provides greater line flexibility.
The discharge gas valves, liquid line solenoids, filter-driers, moisture indicators, and thermostatic
expansion valves are all factory mounted as standard equipment with the water chiller.
A liquid line shutoff valve must be added in the field on remote condenser units between the liquid
line filter-drier and remote condenser.
After the equipment is properly installed, leak tested, and evacuated, it can be charged with R-22, and
run at design load conditions. Add charge until the liquid line sight glass is clear, with no bubbles
flowing to the expansion valve. Total operating charge will depend on the air-cooled condenser used
and volume of the refrigerant piping.
Note: On the arrangement WGZ-AA units (units with remote condensers), the installer is
required to record the refrigerant charge by stamping the total charge and the charge per
circuit on the serial plate in the appropriate blocks provided for this purpose.
The following discussion is intended for use as a general guide to the piping of air-cooled condensers.
Discharge lines must be designed to handle oil properly and to protect the compressor from damage
that can result from condensing liquid refrigerant in the line during shutdown. Total friction loss for
discharge lines of 3 to 6 psi (20.7 to 41.4 kPa) is considered good design. Careful consideration must
be given for sizing each section of piping to insure that gas velocities are sufficient at all operating
conditions to carry oil. If the velocity in a vertical discharge riser is too low, co nsiderable oil can
collect in the riser and the horizontal header, causing the compressor to lose its oil and result in
damage due to lack of lubrication. When the compressor load is increased, the oil that had collected
during reduc ed lo ad s ca n b e ca rr ie d a s a slug t hro ugh the system and ba ck t o t he c ompr esso r, where a
sudden increas e of oil concentration can cause liquid slugging and da mage to the compressor.
Any horizontal run of discharge piping should be pitched away from the compressor approximately
1/8 inch (6.4 mm) per foot (meter) or more. This is necessary to move, by gravity, any oil lying in the
header. Oil pockets must be avoided because oil needed in the compressor would collect at such
points and the compressor crankcase can become starved.
It is recommended that any discharge lines coming into a horizontal discharge header rise above the
centerline of the discharge header. This is necessary to prevent any oil or condensed liquid from
draining to the compressor head s when the compressor is not running.
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In designing liquid lines, it is important that the liquid reach the expansion valve without flash gas
since this gas will reduce the capacity of the valve. Because “flashing” can be caused by a pressure
drop in the liquid line, the pressure losses due to friction and changes in static head should be kept to
a minimum.
A check valve must be installed in the liquid line in all applications where the ambient temperature
can drop below the equipment room temperature. This prevents liquid migration to the condenser,
helps maintain a supply of refrigerant in the liquid line for initial start-up, and keeps liquid line
pressure high enough on “off” cycle to keep the expansio n valve closed.
On systems as described above, a relief valve or relief-type check valve, must be used in the liquid
line as shown in piping systems (shown in Figure 11) to relieve dangerous hydraulic pre ssures that
could be created as cool liquid refrigerant in the line between the check valve and the expansion or
shutoff valve warms up. A relief device is also recommended in the hot gas piping at the condenser
coil as shown in Figure 10 and Figure 11.
T y pical A rrangement s
Figure 10 illustrates a typical piping arrangement involving a remote air-cooled condenser located at
a higher elevation than the compressor and receiver. This arrangement is commonly encountered
when the air-cooled condenser is on a roof and the compressor and receiver are on grade level or in a
basement equipment room.
Notice, in both illustrations, that the hot gas line is looped at the bottom and top of the vertical run.
This is done to prevent oil and condensed refrigerant from flowing back into the compressor and
causing damage. The hi ghest point i n the discharge line should always be above t he highest point in
the condenser coil. It is advisable to include a purging vent at this point to extract non-condensables
from the system.
Figure 11 illustrates another very common application where the air-cooled condenser is located on
essentially the same level as the compressor and receiver. The discharge line piping in this case is not
too critical. The principal problem encountered with this arrangement is that there is frequently
insufficient vertical distance to allow free drainage of liquid refrigerant from the condenser coil to the
receiver.
The receiver is used when it is desired to have refrigerant storage capacity, in addition to the
pumpdown capability of the condenser.
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Figure 10, Condenser Above Compressor and Receiver
Check Valve
(Preferred)
Relief Valve
Purge Valve
Relief Valve
(Vent to Outdoors
Condenser
Preferred
Subcooler
Hook-up
Subcooler
To
Evap.
c
t
Pi
or to Condenser Side
of Liquid Line
Check Valve)
Receiver
Bypass
Check
Valve
Receiver
Figure 11, Condenser and Compressor on Same Level
Check Valve
(Preferred)
Relief Valve
h
Discharge Line
Loop
Purge Valve
Relief V a l v e
(Vent to Outdoors
or to Condenser Side
of Liquid Line
Check Valve)
Condenser
Preferred
Subcooler
Hook-up
Subcooler
To
Evap.
Receiver
Bypass
Receiver
i
P
Check
Valve
Check
Valve
Discharge Line
h
c
t
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Factory-Mounted Condenser
Units with the standard water-cooled, factory-mounted condenser are provided with complete
refrigerant piping and full operating refrigerant charge at the factory.
There is a remote possibility on water-cooled units utilizing low temperature pond or river water as a
condensing medium, and if the water valves leak, that the condenser and liquid line refrigerant
temperature could drop below the equipment room temperature on the “off” cycle. This problem only
arises during periods when cold water continues to circulate through the condenser and the unit
remains off due to satisfied cooling load.
If this condition occurs:
1. Cycle the condenser pump off with the unit.
2. Check the liquid line solenoid valve for proper operation.
Relief Valve Piping
The ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 15, Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems, specifies that pressure
relief valves on vessels containing Group 1 refrigerant (R-22) “shall discharge to the atmosphere at a
location not less than 15 feet (4.6 meters) above the adjoining ground level and not less than 20 feet
(6.1 meters) from any window, ventilation opening or exit in any building.” The piping must be
provided with a rain cap at the outside terminating point and with a drain at the low point on the vent
piping to prevent water buildup on the atmospheric side of the relief valve. In addition, a flexible pipe
section should be installed in the line to eliminate any piping stress on the relief valve(s).
The size of the discharge pipe from the pressure relief valve should not be less than the size of the
pressure relief outlet. When two or more vessels are piped together, the common header and piping
to the atmosphere should not be less than the sum of the area of each of the lines connected to the
header.
NOTE: Fittings should be provided to permit vent piping to be easily disconnected for
inspection or replacement of the relief valve.
Figure 12, Relief Valve Piping
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Dimensional Data
s
WGZ-AW Water-Cooled
Figure 13, WGZ 030AW through WGZ 055AW
38
965
Door Swing
4.5
114
W
Evaporator
36
915
Recommended
for Servicing
H
Y
MicroTech II User Interface
(4) .875" (22 mm)
Mounting Holes
20
508
12.3
311
1.5
38
Condenser
29
711
121.4
3085
13.25
A
337
L
52.4
1331
27.8
707
14
8
354
204
1.5
38
Z
Evaporator
Control Connection
Inlet
Outlet
Power Connection
Outlet
(2) .875" (22 mm)
Inlet
Relief Valves
(1) Each End
WGZ
Model
Number
030
035
040
045
050
055
X
Maximum Overall
Dimensions
in. (mm)
Chiller Water
Connection
Victaulic, in. (mm)
Condenser Water
Connections
Victaulic, in. (mm)
Center of Gravity
in. (mm)
L W H Size A Size X Y Z
134.1
(3406)
134.1
(3406)
134.1
(3406)
134.1
(3406)
134.1
(3406)
134.1
(3406)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
3”
(76)
3”
(76)
3”
(76)
3”
(76)
3”
(76)
3”
(76)
115.5
(2394)
116.4
(2957)
117.7
(2991)
119
(3024)
120.4
(3058)
121.1
(3075)
4”
(102)
4”
(102)
4”
(102)
4”
(102)
4”
(102)
4”
(102)
66
(1676)
66.3
(1684)
66.7
(1694)
67.1
(1704)
67.5
(1714)
66.4
(1687)
27.5
(698)
27.5
(698)
27.4
(696)
27.6
(701)
27.4
(696)
27.5
(698)
14.4
(366)
14.4
(366)
14.3
(363)
14.3
(363)
14.3
(363)
14.2
(361)
IOMM WGZ-1 WGZ 030A through 100A 21
Figure 14, WGZ-060AW through WGZ-100AW
n
38
965
Door Swing
Clearance
H
4.5
114
20
508
Y
15
382
1.5
38
MicroTech II User Interface
W
Evaporator
13.25
337
737
L
Z
A
36
915
Recommended
for Servicing
18
458
9.8
248
1.5
38
33.5
852
58.1
1476
Control Connectio
Inlet
Evaporator
WGZ
Model
Number
060
070
080
090
100
Condenser
(4) .875" (22 mm)
Diameter Mounting Holes
T
X
Maximum Overall
Dimensions
in. (mm)
121.1
3075
Chiller Water
Connection
Victaulic, in. (mm)
Condenser Water
Connections
Victaulic, in. (mm)
L W H Size A Size
144.2
(3663)
146.7
(3726)
146.7
(3726)
149
(3784)
149
(3784)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
66
(1676)
66
(1676)
66
(1676)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
66
(1676) 3 (76)
66
(1676)
3
(76)
117.2
(2978)
118.8
(3018)
122.5
(3112)
126.6
(3216)
128.9
(3274)
5
(127)
5 (127)
5
(127)
5
(127)
5
(127)
Relief Valves
(1) Each End
7.7
196
T
11.0
(280)
12.0
(306)
12.0
(306)
15.8
(401)
15.8
9401)
Outlet
Power Connections
(2) .875" (22 mm)
Outlet
Inlet
Center of Gravity
in. (mm)
X Y Z
64.1
(1628)
63
(1600)
62.4
(1585)
62
(1575)
66.3
(1684)
31
(787)
32
(813)
32.7
(831)
33.4
(848)
33.1
(841)
13.9
(354)
13.9
(354)
13.8
(352)
13.8
(352)
13.4
(341)
22 WGZ 030A through 100A IOMM WGZ-1
WGZ-AA Remote Condenser
Figure 15, Dimensions, WGZ 030AA – WGZ 055AA
38
965
Door Swing
Clearance
4.5
114
H
20
508
Y
12.5
318
1.5
38
MicroTech II User Interface
"G" Disch. System #2"G" Disch. System #1
W
29
737
Recommended
for Servicing
27.8
707
24.1
613
13.8
350
1.5
38
Z
L
A
36
915
52.4
1331
"G" Disch Conn
"E" Liquid Conn
Control Connection
Evaporator
Inlet
WGZ
Model
Number
030
035
040
045
050
055
B C
D F
T
Maximum Overall
Dimensions
in. (mm)
Chiller Water
Connection
Victaulic
in. (mm)
L W H Size A
122.4
(3109)
122.4
(3109)
122.4
(3109)
122.4
(3109)
122.4
(3109)
123.4
(3134)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
63.5
(1613)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
"E" Liquid System #2"E" Liquid System #1
121.4
3085
X
Refrigerant Connections
System #1 System #2 Connection Size
Liquid F Disch. C Liquid D Disch. B Liquid E Disch.
115.5
(2394)
116.4
(2957)
117.7
(2991)
119
(3024)
120.4
(3058)
121.1
(3075)
67
(1702)
67
(1702)
67
(1702)
67
(1702)
67
(1702)
80.2
(2037)
38.2
(970)
38.2
(970)
38.2
(970)
38.2
(970)
38.2
(970)
43.4
(1102)
52
(1320)
52
(1320)
52
(1320)
52
(1320)
52
(1320)
38.6
(980)
42.9
(1090)
42.9
(1090)
42.9
(1090)
42.9
(1090)
42.9
(1090)
39.5
(1003)
.875
(22)
.875
(22)
.875
(22)
.875
(22)
.875
(22)
.875
(22)
1.125
(29)
Outlet
Power Connections
(2) - .875 (22 mm)
(4) - .875 (22 mm)
Mounting Holes
G
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.375
(35)
T
2.9
(74)
2.9
(74)
2.9
(74)
2.9
(74)
2.9
(74)
2.9
(74)
Center of Gravity
in. (mm)
X Y Z
66.7
31.2
31.3
31.5
31.7
31.9
32
14.7
(373)
14.6
(371)
14.6
(371)
14.6
(371)
14.5
(368)
14.5
(368)
(1694)
67.3
(1709)
67.9
(1725)
68.4
(1737)
69.2
(1758)
67.8
(1722)
(792)
(795)
(800)
(805)
(810)
(813)
IOMM WGZ-1 WGZ 030A through 100A 23
Figure 16, Dimensions WGZ 060AA – 080AA
s
38
36
965
Door Swing
Clearance
4.5
114
W
Evaporator
915
Recommended
for Servicing
"G" Disch Conn
"E" Liquid Conn
H
20
508
Y
15.1
382
1.5
38
MicroTech II User Interface
"G" Disch. System #2"G" Disch. System #1
34.2
868
29.8
758
T
47.5
1206
29
737
L
121.1
3075
58.1
1476
33.5
852
30.3
770
19
483
1.5
38
Z
A
Control Connection
Inlet
Evaporator
Outlet
Power Connection
85.3
2166
"E" Liquid System #1"E" Liquid System #2
(2) - .875 (22mm)
(4) - .875 (22mm)
Mounting Holes
X
WGZ
MODEL
Dimensions
in. (mm)
NO.
L W H Size A
Maximum Overall
060
070
080
140
(3556)
142.5
(3620)
142.5
(3620)
32
(813)
32
(813)
32
(813)
66
(1676)
66
(1676)
66
(1676)
24WGZ 030A through 100A IOMM WGZ-1
Evaporator Water
Connections
Victaulic
in. (mm)
3
(76)
3
(76)
3
(76)
117.2
(2978)
118.8
(3018)
122.5
(3112)
Refrigerant Connections
(OD)
in. (mm)
Liquid E Discharge
G
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.125
(29)
1.375
(35)
1.375 (35)
1.625 (41)
1.625
(41)
T
11
(280)
12
(306)
12
(306)
Center of Gravity
in. (mm)
X Y Z
64.3
(1633)
63
(1600)
64.3
(1633)
33.8
(859)
36.6
(930)
(965)
38
14.2
(362)
14.1
(359)
14.1
(359)
Figure 17, Dimensions WGZ 090AA – 100AA
n
8
3
965
Door Swing
Clearance
H
Y
4.5
114
20
508
16
407
1.5
38
W
Evaporator
13.25
377
29
737
"G" Discharge Conn
"E" Liquid Conn
1.5
38
Z
915
Recommended
for Servicing
31.2
792
36
59.1
1501
34.5
877
WGZ
MODEL
NO.
090
100
L
17.7
450
T
MicroTech II User Interface
29.9
760
38.8
986
"E" Liquid Conn System 2
X
47.5
1206
A
"G" Discharge Conn System 1"G" Discharge Conn System 2
No. of Passes 2 2 2 2 2 2
Pump-Out Capacity, l b., (kg) (3) 279 (126.6) 273 (123.8) 260 (117.9) 253 (114.8) 240 (108.9) 234 (106.1)
Connections:
Water In & Out , in, (mm) victaul i c 4 (102) 4 (102) 4 (102) 4 (102) 4 (102) 4 (102)
Relief Valve, Flare In., (mm) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12. 7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7)
Purge Valve, Flare In., (m m) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12. 7)
Vent & Drain, in. (mm) FPT ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7) ½ (12.7)
Liquid Subcooling Integral Integral Integral Integral Integral Integral
EVAPORATOR
Number 1 1 1 1 1 1
No. Refrigerant Circuits 2 2 2 2 2 2
Water Volume, gallons, (l) 3.9 (14. 7) 4.3 (16.4) 5 (18.9) 5.7 (21.4) 6.3 (23.9) 7.2 (27.3)
Refrig. Side D.W.P., psig, (kP a) 450 (3102) 450 (3102) 450 (3102) 450 (3102) 450 (3102) 450 (3102)
Water Side D.W.P., psi g, (kPa) 363 (2503) 363 (2503) 363 (2503) 363 (2503) 363 (2503) 363 (2503)
Water Connecti ons :
Inlet & Outlet, in. , (mm) victaulic 3 (76) 3 (76) 3 (76) 3 (76) 3 (76) 3 (76)
Drain & Vent (NPT INT.) Field Field Field Field Field Field