CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG Water-Cooled CenTraVac™™
Chillers
With Tracer® AdaptiView™ Control
CVHE
CVHF
CVHG
X39641075120
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Only qualified personnel should install and service the equipment. The installation, starting up, and servicing of heating, ventilating, and
air-conditioning equipment can be hazardous and requires specific knowledge and training. Improperly installed, adjusted or altered
equipment by an unqualified person could result in death or serious injury. When working on the equipment, observe all precautions in the
literature and on the tags, stickers, and labels that are attached to the equipment.
March 2017
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Introduction
Read this manual thoroughly before operating or
servicing this unit.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notices
Safety advisories appear throughout this manual as
required. Your personal safety and the proper
operation of this machine depend upon the strict
observance of these precautions.
The three types of advisories are defined as follows:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury. It could also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Indicates a situation that could result in
equipment or property-damage only
accidents.
Important Environmental Concerns
Scientific research has shown that certain man-made
chemicals can affect the earth’s naturally occurring
stratospheric ozone layer when released to the
atmosphere. In particular, several of the identified
chemicals that may affect the ozone layer are
refrigerants that contain Chlorine, Fluorine and Carbon
(CFCs) and those containing Hydrogen, Chlorine,
Fluorine and Carbon (HCFCs). Not all refrigerants
containing these compounds have the same potential
impact to the environment. Trane advocates the
responsible handling of all refrigerants-including
industry replacements for CFCs and HCFCs such as
saturated or unsaturated HFCs and HCFCs.
Important Responsible Refrigerant
Practices
Trane believes that responsible refrigerant practices
are important to the environment, our customers, and
the air conditioning industry. All technicians who
handle refrigerants must be certified according to local
rules. For the USA, the Federal Clean Air Act (Section
608) sets forth the requirements for handling,
reclaiming, recovering and recycling of certain
refrigerants and the equipment that is used in these
service procedures. In addition, some states or
municipalities may have additional requirements that
must also be adhered to for responsible management
of refrigerants. Know the applicable laws and follow
them.
Compliance with the following is required to preserve
the factory warranty:
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Startup MUST be performed by Trane, or an authorized
agent of Trane, to VALIDATE this WARRANTY.
Contractor must provide a two-week startup
notification to Trane (or an agent of Trane specifically
authorized to perform startup).
When a new chiller is shipped and received from our
Trane manufacturing location and, for any reason, it
requires disassembly or partial disassembly, and
reassembly— which could include but is not limited to
the evaporator, condenser, control panel, compressor/
motor, economizer, purge, factory-mounted starter or
any other components originally attached to the fully
assembled unit— compliance with the following is
required to preserve the factory warranty:
•Trane, or an agent of Trane specifically authorized
to perform start-up and warranty of Trane®
products, will perform or have direct on-site
technical supervision of the disassembly and
reassembly work.
•The installing contractor must notify Trane—or an
agent of Trane specifically authorized to perform
startup and warranty of Trane® products—two
weeks in advance of the scheduled disassembly
work to coordinate the disassembly and
reassembly work.
•Start-up must be performed by Trane or an agent of
Trane specifically authorized to perform startup and
warranty of Trane® products.
Trane, or an agent of Trane specifically authorized to
perform start-up and warranty of Trane® products, will
provide qualified personnel and standard hand tools to
perform the disassembly and reassembly work at a
location specified by the contractor. The contractor
shall provide the rigging equipment such as chain falls,
gantries, cranes, forklifts, etc. necessary for the
disassembly and reassembly work and the required
qualified personnel to operate the necessary rigging
equipment.
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Revision History
Updates to:
•“Water Flow Detection Controller and Sensor,” p.
28 (ifm efector® flow detection sensor)
•“CenTraVac™ Chiller Installation Completion and
Request for Trane Service,” p. B–1
•“CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™ Chiller
Annual Inspection List,” p. D–1
•Running edits
Copyright
This document and the information in it are the
property of Trane, and may not be used or reproduced
in whole or in part without written permission. Trane
reserves the right to revise this publication at any time,
and to make changes to its content without obligation
to notify any person of such revision or change.
Trademarks
All trademarks referenced in this document are the
trademarks of their respective owners.
The unit nameplate is located on the left side of the
control panel. A typical unit nameplate is illustrated in
the following figure and contains the following
information:
•Unit model and size descriptor
•Unit electrical requirements
•Correct operating charge and refrigerant type
•Unit test pressures and maximum operating
pressures
•Unit literature
SSeerriiaall NNuummbbeerr.. The unit serial number provides the
specific chiller identity. Always provide this serial
number when calling for service or during parts
identification.
SSeerrvviiccee MMooddeell NNuummbbeerr.. The service model represents
the unit as built for service purposes. It identifies the
selections of variable unit features required when
ordering replacements parts or requesting service.
NNoottee:: Unit-mounted starters are identified by a
separate number found on the starter.
PPrroodduucctt DDeessccrriippttiioonn BBlloocckk.. The CenTraVac™ chiller
models are defined and built using the Product
Definition and Selection (PDS) system. This system
describes the product offerings using a product coding
block which is made up of feature categories and codes
that identify all characteristics of a unit.
Figure 1. Typical unit nameplate
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Model Number Descriptions
Digit 1, 2, 3 — Unit Function
Digit 4 — Development Sequence
Digit 5, 6, 7 — Nominal Tonnage
Digit 8 — Unit Voltage
Digit 9 — Unit Type
Digit 10, 11 — Design Sequence
Digit 12 — Hot Gas Bypass
Digit 13 — Starter Type
Digit 14 — Control Enclosure
Digit 15 — Compressor Motor Power
(CPKW)
Digit 16, 17, 18 — Compressor Impeller
Cutback
Digit 19 — Evaporator Shell Size
Digit 32 — Auxiliary Condenser Tubes
Digit 33 — Orifice Size
Digit 34 — Orifice Size
Digit 35 — Unit Option: Insulation and
RuptureGuard™™
Trane recommends that indoor CenTraVac™ chiller
installations fully meet or exceed the guidelines of the
current version of ASHRAE Standard 15, in addition to
any applicable national, state, or local requirements.
This typically includes:
•A refrigerant monitor or detector that is capable of
monitoring and alarming within the acceptable
exposure level of the refrigerant, and that can
actuate mechanical ventilation.
•Audible and visual alarms, activated by the
refrigerant monitor, inside the equipment room and
outside of every entrance.
•The equipment room should be properly vented to
the outdoors, using mechanical ventilation that can
be activated by the refrigerant monitor.
•The purge discharge and the rupture disk must be
properly piped to the outdoors.
•If required by local or other codes, a self-contained
breathing apparatus should be available in close
proximity to the equipment room.
Refer to the latest copy of ASHRAE Standard 15 for
specific guidelines. Trane assumes no responsibility for
any economic, health, or environmental issues that
may result from an equipment room’s design or
function.
NNoottee:: The holding charge should register
approximately 5 psig (34.5 kPaG) at 72°F (22.2°C).
Place a gauge on the access valve provided
(indicated by arrow and circle in the following
figure) on the refrigerant pump discharge line to
verify the holding charge. If the charge has
escaped, contact your local Trane sales office for
instructions.
3. The loose parts box and isolator pads ship on top of
the control panel box.
4. Check the oil sump sight glasses to verify that the
sump was factory-charged with 9 gallons (34.1 L) of
oil. If no oil level is visible, contact your local Trane
sales office.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: If isolation springs are installed, do NOT
block oil tank serviceability.
Figure 2. Refrigerant pump discharge line access
valve
Unit Shipment
Inspect unit while it is still on the truck for any shipping
damage. The chiller ships shrink-wrapped in a 0.010-in.
(0.254 mm) recyclable film protective covering. Do NOT
remove shrink-wrap for inspection! Inspect for damage
to the shrink-wrap and determine if physical damage
has occurred.
Each chiller ships from the factory as a hermetically
assembled package; it is factory-assembled, -wired,
and -tested. All openings except for the waterbox vent
and drain holes are covered or plugged to prevent
contamination during shipment and handling. Figure
3, p. 14 shows an illustration of a typical unit and its
components. As soon as the unit arrives at the job site,
inspect it thoroughly for damage and material
shortages. In addition:
1. Verify the hermetic integrity of the unit by checking
the chiller pressure for an indication of holding
charge pressure.
2. To prevent damaging moisture from entering the
unit and causing corrosion, each chiller is
pressurized with 3 to 5 psig (20.7 to 34.5 kPaG) of
dry nitrogen before shipment.
Installation Requirements and
Contractor Responsibilities
A list of the contractor responsibilities typically
associated with the unit installation process is
provided.
field supplied); for
installation instructions
for the ifm efector®
flow detection controller
and sensor, refer to
“Water Flow Detection
Controller and
Sensor,” p. 28 or Trane
literature that shipped
with the device
starter (optional)
(may be field supplied)
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Field Supplied
Field Installed
•Meet foundation requirements
•Safety chains
•Clevis connectors
•Lifting beam
•Isolation pads or spring isolators
•Optional spring isolators, when required, are
installed by others; do NOT overload springs and do
NOT install isolation springs if they block serviceable
parts such as the oil tank system, service valves,
etc.
•Circuit breakers or fusible disconnects (optional)
•Electrical connections to unit-mounted starter
(optional)
•Electrical connections to remote-mounted starter
(optional)
•Wiring sizes per submittal and National Electric Code
(NEC)
•PFCCs (remote mounted starter optional only)
•Terminal lugs
•Ground connection(s)
•Jumper bars
•BAS wiring (optional)
•Inter-processor communication (IPC) wiring (AFD
and remote-mounted starters only)
•Control voltage wiring (AFD and remote-mounted
starters only)
•Oil pump interlock wiring (AFD and remote mounted
starters only)
•High condenser pressure interlock wiring (AFD and
remote-mounted starters only)
•Chilled water pump contactor and wiring including
interlock
•Condenser water pump contactor and wiring
including interlock
•Option relays and wiring
•Tracer® SC communication wiring (optional)
•Taps for flow sensing devices
•Taps for thermometers and gauges
•Thermometers
•Strainers (as required)
•Water flow pressure gauges
•Isolation and balancing valves in water piping
•Vents and drain on waterbox valves (one each per
pass)
•Pressure relief valves (for waterboxes as required)
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Type of Requirement
Relief
Insulation
Water Piping Connection
Components
Other Materials
“CenTraVac™ Chiller
Installation Completion
and Request for Trane
Service,” p. B–1 (CTV-
ADF001*-EN; refer to
“Forms and Check
Sheets,” p. A–1)
Chiller start-up
commissioning
Post-commissioning
transport of empty
refrigerant containers for
return or recycling
(a)
Start-up must be performed by Trane or an agent of Trane specifically authorized to perform start-up and warranty of Trane® products. Contractor shall
provide Trane (or an agent of Trane specifically authorized to perform start-up) with notice of the scheduled start-up at least two weeks prior to the
scheduled start-up.
(a)
Trane Supplied
Trane Installed
•Rupture disk assembly
•Insulation (optional)
Flanged (optional)
•Welded on flange for
300 psig (2068.4 kPaG)
waterboxes
•Trane, or an agent of
Trane specifically
authorized to perform
start-up of Trane®
products
Trane Supplied
Field Installed
•RuptureGuard™
(optional); refer to
Installation, Operation,
and Maintenance:
RuptureGuard Pressure
Relief System Option
(CTV-SVX06*-EN)
Flanged (optional)
•Victaulic® to flange
adapter for 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
waterboxes
Field Supplied
Field Installed
•Vent line and flexible connector and vent line from
rupture disk to atmosphere
•Insulation
•Chiller feet insulation
Victaulic®
•Victaulic® coupling for 150 psig (1034.2 kPaG) and
300 psig (2068.4 kPaG) waterboxes
•Fasteners for flanged-type connections (optional)
•Trace gas (1 lb [0.45 kg] maximum per machine as
needed to perform leak testing)
•Dry nitrogen (8 psig [55.2 kPaG] maximum per
machine as needed)
•To be completed by installing contractor prior to
contacting Trane for start-up
•Move empty refrigerant containers to an easily
accessible point of loading
•Do not remove any plastic coverings•Do not remove any plastic coverings•Do not remove any plastic coverings
•Do not charge the chiller with refrigerant
•If additional refrigerant is on site, follow
manufacturer’s storage requirements
Location requirements:
•Solid foundation
•Vibration free
•Dry
•Temperature range -40°F to 158°F
(-40°C to 70°C)
•Do not charge the chiller with refrigerant
•If additional refrigerant is on site, follow
manufacturer’s storage requirements
Location requirements:
•Solid foundation
•Vibration free
•Dry
•Temperature range -40°F to 158°F
(-40°C to 70°C)
•Do not charge the chiller with refrigerant
•If additional refrigerant is on site, follow
manufacturer’s storage requirements
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Less than 1 month1–6 monthsGreater than 6 months
•Verify dry nitrogen pressure using gauge
located on the evaporator shell reads
3 to 5 psig (20.7 to 34.5 kPaG)
•Notify the local Trane office if charge has
escaped
•Do not operate purge unit•Do not operate purge unit•Do not operate purge unit
(a)
If the chiller will be stored for more than six months after production, contact your local Trane Service Agency for required extended storage actions to
minimize impact to the chiller and preserve the warranty.
•Verify dry nitrogen pressure using gauge
located on the evaporator shell reads
3 to 5 psig (20.7 to 34.5 kPaG)
•Notify the local Trane office if charge has
escaped
•Verify waterbox and tube bundles are
clean and dry
•Verify dry nitrogen pressure using gauge
located on the evaporator shell reads 3 to 5 psig
(20.7 to 34.5 kPaG)
•Notify the local Trane office if charge has
escaped
•Verify waterbox and tube bundles are clean and
dry
•Conduct an oil analysis and verify no oil
breakdown
(a)
•Repeat yearly
•Replace oil if breakdown has occurred
•If no oil analysis program has been followed,
replace oil prior to start-up
•Every six months, check unit pressure or
vacuum and take note of changes that could
indicate a leak; contact your local Trane office if
any leaks occur
•Every six months, start the oil pump and rotate
compressor shaft about 450° to prevent
potential bearing issues
(a)
; contact your local
Trane Service Agency to perform this task
•If the chiller will be stored for more than
six months after production, contact your local
Trane Service Agency for required extended
storage actions to minimize impact to the chiller
and preserve the warranty.
•Chillers stored five years or longer should be
inspected for leaks every five years by a
qualified service organization
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Unit Components
NNoottee:: The control panel side of the unit is always
designated as the front side of the unit.
Figure 3. Typical CVHF CenTraVac™™ chiller
1. Suction Elbow
2. Compressor
3. Terminal Box
4. Control Panel
5. Condenser
6. Motor Housing
7. Economizer
8. Oil Tank Assembly
9. Purge
10. Evaporator
11. Display Panel
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Unit Clearances and Weights
Recommended Unit Clearances
Adequate clearances around and above the chiller are
required to allow sufficient access for service and
maintenance operations. Specific unit clearance
requirements are indicated in the submittal package
provided for your unit.
•Do NOT install piping or conduit above the
compressor motor assembly or behind the suction
elbow of the unit.
•Minimum vertical clearance above the unit is 3 ft
(92 cm).
Figure 4. Clearance requirements
•Use a housekeeping pad to provide better service
clearances; refer to submittal for more information.
Per National Electric Code (NEC) Article 110: Unit
mounted starters from 0 to 600V require a 42 inch
(107 cm) clearance, 601 to 2500V require a 48 inch
(122 cm) clearance, and 2501 to 9000V require a 60 inch
(152 cm) clearance. Refer to NEC and local electrical
codes for starter and control panel clearance
requirements.
NNoottee:: All dimensions are approximate; refer to the unit submittal package for exact dimensions for your unit.
Shell Combo
Long/Long
Medium/Long
Long/Long
Extended/Long
Long/Long
Extended/Long
ABCDE
in.
531341874744191064369176193
7819820752544411274411192233
5814718747442410764411192233
5814720953046911914411192233
59149187474426108247119102259
63160209530475120643109115292
cm
in.
cm
in.
cm
General Weights
Weights (lb)
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: The weight information provided here
should be used for general information
only. Trane does not recommend using this
weight information for considerations
relative to chiller handling, rigging, or
placement. The large number of variances
between chiller selections drives variances
in chiller weights that are not recognized in
these tables. For specific weights for your
chiller, refer to your submittal package.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: The weight information provided here
should be used for general information
only. Trane does not recommend using this
weight information for considerations
relative to chiller handling, rigging, or
placement. The large number of variances
between chiller selections drives variances
in chiller weights that are not recognized in
these tables. For specific weights for your
chiller, refer to your submittal package.
•The standard chiller is designed for
indoor use only and as such has NEMA
Type 1 enclosures.
•For chillers in unheated equipment
rooms, contact your local Trane Service
Agency for methods to ensure that the
oil temperature is maintained suitable
for proper operation of the chiller.
To ensure that electrical components operate properly,
do NOT locate the chiller in an area exposed to dust,
dirt, corrosive fumes, or excessive heat and humidity.
The maximum ambient temperature for chiller
operation is 104°F (40°C).
Foundation Requirements
Chiller mounting surface must be:
•rigid non-warping mounting pads or a concrete
foundation, and
•able to support the chiller at its full operating
weight (including completed piping and full
operating charges of refrigerant, oil, and water).
For proper unit operation, the chiller must be level
within 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) over its length and width when
set into place on the mounting surface. “Weights
(lb),” p. 16 and “Weights (kg),” p. 19 show
approximate weights for various chiller sizes and
options in pounds and kilograms, respectively.
NNoottee:: For specific weight information, refer to the unit
submittal package.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Trane will not assume responsibility for
equipment problems resulting from an
improperly designed or constructed
foundation.
Rigging
Lifting is the recommended method for moving
chillers. Suggested lifting arrangements for standard
units are described in “Standard Chiller Lift,” p. 22.
NNoottee:: The lifting beam used for CVHE, CVHF, and
1. Insert clevis connections at the points indicated in
the following figure. A 2 in. (50.8 mm) diameter
lifting hole is provided at each of these points.
2. Attach the lifting chains or cables.
3. Once the lifting cables are in place, attach a safety
chain or cable between the first-stage casing of the
compressor and the lifting beam.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: There should NOT be tension on this
safety cable; the cable is used only to
prevent the unit from rolling during the
lift.
™
chillers must be at least 16 ft
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4. Position isolator pads or spring isolators beneath
the chiller feet (refer to “Unit Isolation,” p. 24 for
instructions).
NNoottee:: Follow instructions provided by the spring
isolator manufacturer, being careful to not
5. Once the isolators are in place, lower the chiller—
working from end to end—in small increments to
maintain stability.
6. When lift is complete, detach the clevis connections
and safety chain.
damage isolator adjustment bolt.
Figure 5. Typical rigging arrangements for CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™™ chillers
If the chiller cannot be moved using a standard chiller
lift, consider the following:
•When job site conditions require rigging of the
chiller at an angle greater than 45° from horizontal
(end-to-end), the unit may require removal of the
compressor. Contact Trane or an agent of Trane
specifically authorized to perform start-up and
warranty of Trane® products regarding the
disassembly and reassembly work. For more
information, refer to “Factory Warranty
Information,” p. 3.
NNoottee:: Disassembly and reassembly work includes
dowel-pinning the compressor and removing
it from the unit. Contact Trane or an agent of
Trane specifically authorized to perform startup and warranty of Trane
specific rigging instructions. Do NOT attempt
to rotate the chiller onto its side.
•When lifting the chiller is either impractical or
undesirable, attach cables or chains to the jacking
slots shown in Figure 5, p. 23; then push or pull the
unit across a smooth surface. Should the chiller be
on a shipping skid, it is not necessary to remove the
skid from the chiller before moving it into place.
•If removal of the compressor or economizer
assembly is necessary to move the chiller to the
®
products for
operating location, contact Trane. Also refer to
“Factory Warranty Information,” p. 3.
Unit Isolation
To minimize sound and vibration transmission through
the building structure and to ensure proper weight
distribution over the mounting surface, always install
isolation pads or spring isolators under the chiller feet.
NNoottee:: Isolation pads (refer to Figure 6, p. 24) are
provided with each chiller unless spring isolators
are specified on the sales order.
Specific isolator loading data is provided in the unit
submittal package. If necessary, contact your local
Trane sales office for further information.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: When determining placement of isolation
pads or spring isolators, remember that the
control panel side of the unit is always
designated as the front side of the unit.
Isolation Pads
When the unit is ready for final placement, position
isolation pads (18-in. [457.2-mm] sides) end for end
under the full length of the chiller leg. The pads
measure 9 in. × 18 in. (228.6 mm x 457.2 mm) and on
some units there may be small gaps between pads.
Pads are provided to cover entire foot. Place pad flush
with the outside edge of the chiller foot and leave
excess material under the chiller.
Figure 6. Isolation pad and dimensions
A = 3/8 in. (9.5 mm)
B = 18 in. (457.2 mm)
C = 9 in. (228.6 mm)
Remember that the chiller must be level within 1/16 in.
(1.6 mm) over its length and width after it is lowered
onto the isolation pads. In addition, all piping
connected to the chiller must be properly isolated and
supported so that it does not place any stress on the
unit.
Spring Isolators
Spring isolators should be considered whenever chiller
installation is planned for an upper story location. Base
isolator placement is shown in the following figure.
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Figure 7. Isolation spring placement by shell size, and
evaporator and condenser length
Spring isolators typically ship assembled and ready for
installation. To install and adjust the isolators properly,
follow the provided instructions.
NNoottee:: Do NOT adjust the isolators until the chiller is
piped and charged with refrigerant and water.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Do NOT block any serviceable components
such as the lubrication system with fieldinstalled devices such as spring isolators.
1. Position the spring isolators under the chiller as
shown in the preceding figure. Ensure that each
isolator is centered in relation to the tube sheet.
NNoottee:: Spring isolators shipped with the chiller may
not be identical. Compare the data provided
in the unit submittal package to determine
proper isolator placement.
2. Set the isolators on the sub-base; shim as
necessary to provide a flat, level surface at the
same elevation for the end supports.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Support the full underside of the
isolator base plate; do NOT straddle
gaps or small shims.
3. If required, bolt the isolators to the floor through
the slots provided, or cement the pads.
NNoottee:: Fastening the isolators to the floor is not
necessary unless specified.
4. If the chiller must be fastened to the isolators, insert
capscrews through the chiller base and into holes
drilled and tapped in the upper housing of each
isolator.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Do NOT allow the screws to protrude
below the underside of the isolator
upper housing, or interfere with the
adjusting bolts. An alternative method
of fastening the chiller to the isolators is
to cement the neoprene pads.
5. Set the chiller on the isolators; refer to “Standard
Chiller Lift,” p. 22. The weight of the chiller will
force down the upper housing of each isolator, and
could cause it to rest on the isolator’s lower
housing (refer to the following figure).
6. Check the clearance on each isolator. If this
dimension is less than 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) on any
isolator, use a wrench to turn the adjusting bolt one
complete revolution upward.
NNoottee:: When the load is applied to the isolators
(refer to Step 5), the top plate of each isolator
moves down to compress the springs until
either the springs support the load or the top
plate rests on the bottom housing of the
isolator. If the springs are supporting the load,
screwing down on the adjusting bolt (refer to
Step 7) will raise the chiller.
7. Turn the adjusting bolt on each of the remaining
isolators to obtain the required minimum clearance
of 1/4 in. (6.35 mm).
8. Once the minimum required clearance is obtained
on each of the isolators, level the chiller by turning
the adjusting bolt on each of the isolators on the
low side of the unit. Work from one isolator to the
next.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: The chiller must be level to within 1/
16 in. (1.6 mm) over its length and
width, and the clearance of each
isolator must be at least 1/4 in.
(6.35 mm).
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Figure 8. Chiller foot and isolator orientationIImmppoorrttaanntt:: Do NOT install spring isolators or brackets
in such a way that they could inhibit chiller
servicing such as charging or evacuation,
oil tank service, etc.
Leveling the Unit
The chiller must be set level within 1/16 in. (1.6 mm).
1. Measure and make a punch mark an equal distance
up from the bottom of each foot of the chiller.
2. Suspend a clear plastic tube along the length of the
chiller as shown in the following figure.
3. Fill the tube with water until the level aligns with
the punch mark at one end of the chiller.
4. Check the water level at the opposite mark. If the
water level does not align with the punch mark, use
full length shims to raise one end of the chiller until
the water level at each end of the tube aligns with
the punch marks at both ends of the chiller.
5. Once the unit is level across its length, repeat the
first three steps to level the unit across its width.
Figure 9. Leveling the chiller
NNoottee:: Use of a laser level is an acceptable alternative
method to level the unit.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Immediately report any unit damage
incurred during handling or installation at
the job site to the Trane sales office.
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Installation: Water Piping
Overview
The following water piping circuits must be installed
and connected to the chiller:
•Pipe the evaporator into the chilled water circuit.
•Pipe the condenser into the cooling tower water
circuit.
•Optional: A heat-recovery condenser water circuit.
•Optional: An auxiliary condenser water circuit.
NNoottee:: Piping must be arranged and supported to avoid
stress on the equipment. It is strongly
recommended that the piping contractor does
not run pipe closer than 3 ft (0.9 m) minimum to
the equipment. This will allow for proper fit upon
arrival of the unit at the job site. Any adjustment
that is necessary can be made to the piping at
that time. Expenses that result from a failure to
follow this recommendation will NOT be paid by
Trane.
Piping suggestions for each of the water circuits listed
above are outlined in “Evaporator and Condenser
Water Piping,” p. 30. General recommendations for the
installation of field-supplied piping components (e.g.,
valves, flow switches, etc.) common to most chiller
water circuits are listed in the following sections.
Water Treatment
The use of untreated or improperly treated water in a
CenTraVac™ chiller may result in inefficient operation
and possible tube damage.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Trane strongly recommends using the
services of a qualified water treatment
specialist to determine necessary water
treatment. A label with a customer
disclaimer note is affixed to each unit.
Locate pressure gauge taps in a straight length of pipe.
Place each tap a minimum of one pipe diameter
downstream of any elbow, orifice, etc. For example, for
a 6 in. (16 cm) pipe, the tap would be at least 6 in. (16
cm) from any elbow, orifice, etc.
1. Install field-supplied air vents and drain valves on
the waterboxes. Each waterbox is provided with a
National Pipe Thread Female (NPTF) vent and drain
connection; depending on the waterbox types
ordered, the openings may be 1/4 in. (6.35 mm), 1/
2 in. (12.7 mm), or 3/4 in. (19.05 mm).
2. If necessary for the application, install pressurerelief valves at the drain connections on the
evaporator and condenser waterboxes. To do so,
add a tee with the relief valve attached to the drain
valve.
To determine whether or not pressure relief valves
are needed for a specific application, keep in mind
that:
a. Vessels with close-coupled shutoff valves may
cause high potentially damaging hydrostatic
pressures as fluid temperature rises.
b. Relief valves are required by American Society
of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) codes when
the shell waterside is ASME. Follow ASME
guidelines or other applicable codes to ensure
proper relief valve installation.
Install a strainer in the entering side of each piping
circuit to avoid possible tube plugging in the chiller
with debris.
Required Flow-Sensing Devices
Use flow paddle switches (refer to “Paddle
Switches,” p. 28), differential pressure switches, or ifm
efector® flow detection controllers and sensors (refer
to “Water Flow Detection Controller and Sensor,” p.
28) in conjunction with the pump interlocks to verify
evaporator and condenser water flows.
To ensure adequate chiller flow protection, wire the
chiller water and condenser water proof of flow devices
per the as-built schematics and submittal, and in
accordance with associated notes.
Unless stated otherwise, all flow sensing devices must
be field supplied. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s
recommendations for device selection and installation.
Also, review the following general flow switch
installation guidelines.
Paddle Switches
Figure 10. Flow paddle switch installation
height of the coupling used to install the switch.
3. Install the flow switch using a coupling that is large
enough to allow the insertion of a bushing one pipe
diameter larger than the flow switch base as shown
in the preceding figure. This will prevent
interference with the flow switch paddle.
4. Verify that the direction-of-flow arrow on the switch
points in the same direction as actual water flow
through the piping circuit.
5. Remove all air from the piping circuit to prevent
possible flow switch “fluttering”.
6. Adjust the flow switch to open when water flow is
less than normal.
Water Flow Detection Controller and
Sensor
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Before installing the ifm efector®flow
detection controller and sensor, use a
marker to draw a line on the probe at 3.5 in.
(8.9 cm) from the end of the probe. Do NOT
insert more than 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) of the
probe length into the pipe. Refer to the
following figure.
Figure 11. Installation of ifm efector®® flow detection
controller and sensor
1. Flow switch body
2. One (1) pipe size larger bushing to avoid paddle
interference
3. Pipe coupling
4. Flow switch paddle
5. Five (5) pipe diameters (no turns or fittings)
Paddle switch installation:
1. Mount the flow paddle switch upright in horizontal
section of pipe. Allow at least five pipe diameters of
straight, horizontal run on each side of the switch.
Whenever possible, avoid locations adjacent to
elbows, orifices, and valves.
2. To ensure that the flow switch operates as
designed, adjust the length of the flow switch
paddle to compensate for the pipe diameter and the
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1. Mount the 1/2-in. NPT adapter in a horizontal or
vertical section of pipe. The maximum distance
from the control panel must not exceed 29.5 ft (9 m)
(see item labeled “1” in the preceding figure). Allow
at least five pipe diameters straight run of pipe
upstream of the sensor location, and three pipe
diameters straight run of pipe downstream of the
sensor location.
NNoottee:: In the case of a horizontal pipe, mounting the
sensor in the side of the pipe is preferred. In
the case of a vertical pipe, mounting the
sensor in a place where the water flows
upwards is preferred.
2. Insert the flow sensor probe (see item labeled “2”
in the preceding figure) through the 1/2-in. NPT
adapter so that 3 to 3.5 in. (7.6 to 8.9 cm) of the
probe’s length extends into the pipe. Tighten the 1/
2-in. NPT adapter as needed to prevent leakage and
keep the probe from backing out under pressure.
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NNoottee:: When installed, the tip of the ifm efector
sensor probe must be at least 1 in. (2.54 cm)
away from any pipe wall. Do NOT insert more
than 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) of the probe length into
the pipe.
3. Install the Micro DC Cable by inserting it through
the wire openings on the back side of the control
panel (see item labeled “3” in the preceding figure).
Install the supplied Micro DC Cable (29.5 ft [9 m] in
length) to the Flow Probe and hand-tighten the
connector nut.
4. Plug the other end of the Micro DC Cable into the
Flow Control Monitor with the Combicon connector
(see item labeled “4” in the preceding figure). Refer
to the following figure for cable wiring.
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6. Remove all air from the piping circuit prior to
adjusting the low water flow setpoint.
7. Reduce the water flow to the minimum allowable
flow and adjust the Flow setting on the Flow
Control Monitor (see item labeled “7” in the
following figure). Adjusting the “Flow”
potentiometer clockwise (+) reduces the flow
setting cutout and adjusting counterclockwise (-)
increases the flow setting cutout.
NNoottee:: The “Temp” potentiometer on the ifm
®
efector
Trane application. It is NOT necessary to
make adjustments to the “Temp”
potentiometer.
8. After the cutout setting is adjusted, the cutout
setpoint will be indicated with a yellow light on the
Flow Control Monitor LED bar graph display. When
the water flows are higher than the cutout, a green
light will indicate proper flow status. If the flows fall
below the cutout setpoint, a red light will indicate
low/no flow status.
(either flow or Delta-P) are required as shown on wiring
diagrams. These switches are used with control logic to
confirm flow prior to starting a unit and to stop a
running unit if flow is lost. For troubleshooting, a
viewable diagnostic is generated if a proof of flow
switch does not close when flow is required.
Evaporator and Condenser
Water Piping
The following two figures illustrate the recommended
(typical) water piping arrangements for the evaporator
and condenser.
Figure 13. Typical evaporator water piping circuit
1. Balancing valve.
2. Gate (Isolation) valve or ball valve.
3. Thermometer (if field supplied).
4. Waterbox nozzle connection.
5. Drain, vent, and anode.
6. Strainer.
7. Chilled water flow switch (5S1). Flow switch 5S1
may be installed in either the entering or leaving leg
of the chilled water circuit.
8. Pump.
9. Pressure gauge. It is recommended to pipe the
gauge between entering and leaving pipes. A
shutoff valve on each side of the gauge allows the
operator to read either entering or leaving water
pressure.
Figure 14. Typical condenser water piping circuits
1. Balancing valve.
2. Gate (isolation) valve or ball valve.
3. Thermometer (if field supplied).
4. Waterbox nozzle connection.
5. Drain, vent, and anode.
6. Strainer.
7. Condenser water flow switch (5S2). Flow switch
5S2 may be installed in either the entering or
leaving leg of the chilled water circuit.
8. Three-way valve (optional).
9. Condenser water pump.
10. Pressure gauge. It is recommended to pipe a single
gauge between entering and leaving pipes.
NNootteess::
•Some type of field-supplied temperature
control device may be required to regulate
the temperature of the heat-recovery
condenser water circuit. For application
recommendations, refer to Heat RecoverySeminar (Part 2): Systems/Equipment (AMFND-8).
•Install a bypass valve system to avoid
circulating water through the auxiliary shell
when the unit is shut down.
•On multiple-pass condensers, entering
condenser water must enter at the lowest
nozzle.
Piping must be arranged and supported to avoid stress
on the equipment. It is strongly recommended that the
piping contractor does not run pipe closer than 3 ft
(0.9 m) minimum to the equipment. This will allow for
proper fit upon arrival of the unit at the job site. Any
adjustment that is necessary can be made to the piping
at that time. Expenses that result from a failure to
follow this recommendation will NOT be paid by Trane.
Water piping connection sizes and components are
identified in Table 6, p. 31, Table 7, p. 31, and Table 8,
p. 32. Remember that with many waterboxes, the
entering and leaving evaporator water can be piped to
either waterbox connection when the tube bundles are
split vertically. However, large evaporator waterboxes
with entering and leaving connections not at the same
level must be connected with the entering water at the
bottom and the leaving water at the top.
Waterboxes with multiple pass arrangements utilize a
baffle to separate the passes. These baffles are
designed for a maximum pressure of 20 psid
(137.9 kPaD). If larger pressure drops are expected in
the application, contact your local Trane representative
to discuss special waterbox options.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Water flows must be piped in accordance
with nameplate designation.
Field-provided isolation valves for the evaporator and
condenser water lines should be installed upstream
and downstream of the heat exchangers, and be
installed far enough away from the chiller to also
provide practical service isolation for flow sensing
devices, field thermometers, flexible connectors, and
any removable pipe spools.
Ensure that the evaporator water piping is clear; check
it after the chilled water pump is operated but before
initial chiller start-up. If any partial blockages exist, they
can be detected and removed to prevent possible tube
damage resulting from evaporator freeze-up or
erosion.
For condenser and large evaporator connections,
arrange the water piping so that the water supply
enters the shell at the lower connection and exits from
the top connection. Operational problems may result if
this piping is not correct. Some shells may be piped as
desired since both connections are at the same level.
For applications that include an “infinite source” or
“multiple-use” cooling condenser water supply, install
a valved bypass “leg” (optional) between the supply
and return pipes. This valved bypass allows the
operator to short-circuit water flow through the cooling
condenser when the supply water temperature is too
low. For additional application information, refer to
Engineering Bulletin: Condenser Water Temperature
Control - For CenTraVac Centrifugal Chiller Systems
with Tracer AdaptiView Controls (CTV-PRB006*-EN).
NNootteess::
•System refrigerant pressure differential
must be maintained above 3 psid
(20.7 kPaD) at all times. Failure to do so
could result in operating problems.
•Whenever a CVHE, CVHF, or CVHG
CenTraVac
™
chiller is equipped with an
auxiliary condenser, use a bypass valve
system to avoid circulating water through
the auxiliary shell during unit shut-down.
carry the weight of pipes and equipment. The support
methods used must eliminate undue stresses on joints,
piping, and other components, allow movement where
required, and provide for any other special
requirements (i.e., drainage, etc.).
NNoottee:: If needed, plug-type sensor extension cables are
available for purchase from Trane Parts Service.
These sensor extension cables may be necessary
if the waterboxes are changed or if the
temperature sensors are moved out into the unit
piping for better mixed temperature readings.
Table 6. Evaporator water piping connection sizes
Nominal Pipe Size
(a)
EVSZ
0328219.16168.35141.3
05010273.08219.16168.3
08012323.910273.08219.1
14216406.412323.910273.0
21016406.414355.612323.9
25016406.414355.612323.9
(a)
EVSZ = Evaporator Shell Size; S = Short Shell, L = Long Shell, E =
Extended Shell
1-Pass2-Pass3-Pass
in.
mm
in.
mm
in.
mm
Table 7. Condenser water piping connection sizes
Nominal Pipe Size
(a)
CDSZ
in.
0326168.3
0508219.1
08010273.0
14212323.9
21014355.6
25014355.6
(a)
CDSZ =Condenser Shell Size; S = Short Shell, L = Long Shell, E =
Extended Shell
2-Pass
mm
Water Piping Connections
All standard units use grooved-pipe connections.
These are grooved-end NSP (Victaulic® style) pipe
connections. Flanged connections are optional.
Piping joined using grooved type couplings, like all
types of piping systems, requires proper support to
A customer-supplied, standard flexible grooved pipe
coupling (Victaulic® Style 77 or equivalent) should be
used to complete the Victaulic® connection for both
150 psig (1034.2 kPaG) and 300 psig (2068.4 kPaG)
waterboxes.
When a flexible coupling such as this is installed at the
waterbox connections, other flexible piping connectors
(i.e., braided-steel, elastomeric arch, etc.) are not
usually required to attenuate vibration and/or prevent
stress on the connections.
Table 8. Water piping connection components
Unit
Model
CVHE and
CVHG
CVHE,
CVHF, and
CVHG
Unit Connection
Type
Flanged
(Condenser 032–
050 150 psig
[1034.2 kPaG]
non-marine only)
Victaulic® (all
others)
Figure 16. Customer piping connection types
Customer Piping Connection
Victaulic®®
Customer
provided
Victaulic®
coupling
Customer
provided
Victaulic®
coupling
Flanged
No adapter
required
Trane provided
Victaulic®-toflange adapter
Waterbox Locations
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Do NOT exchange positions of marine-style
waterboxes. Proper unit operation and
proper water flow could be affected by
repositioning marine-style waterboxes.
Contact CenTraVac
Service for more information.
If necessary, the non-marine-style waterboxes on each
shell—whether evaporator or condenser—can be
switched end-for-end to obtain the desired piping
arrangement.
If removal of waterboxes is necessary, refer to
“Waterbox Removal and Installation,” p. 89.
If the waterboxes on any of the shells are exchanged
end-for-end, be sure to reinstall them right-side up to
maintain the correct baffle arrangements. Use a new
gasket with each waterbox cover.
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NNootteess::
•Refer to the coupling manufacturer’s
guidelines for specific information
concerning proper piping system design
and construction methods for grooved
water piping systems.
•Flexible coupling gaskets require proper
lubrication before installation to provide a
good seal. Refer to the coupling
manufacturer’s guidelines for proper
lubricant type and application.
When flat-face flange connections are specified, flangeto-groove adapters are provided (Victaulic® Style 741
for 150 psig [1034.2 kPaG] systems; Style 743 for
300 psig [2068.4 kPaG] systems). The adapters are
shipped bolted to one of the chiller end-supports.
Adapter descriptions are given in Table 9, p. 34 and
Table 10, p. 34. The flange adapters provide a direct,
rigid connection of flanged components to the
grooved-pipe chiller waterbox connections.
Figure 17. Typical shipping location for flange
In this case, the use of flexible type connectors (i.e.,
braided steel, elastomeric arch, etc.) are recommended
to attenuate vibration and prevent stress at the
waterbox connections. Flange adapters are not
provided for CVHE, CVHF, or CVHG CenTraVac™
chillers with 300 psig (2068.4 kPaG) waterboxes that
have 14 in. (355.6 mm) and 16 in. (406.4 mm) piping
connections.
All flange-to-flange assembly bolts must be provided
by the installer. Bolt sizes and number required are
included in Table 9, p. 34 and Table 10, p. 34. The four
draw-bolts needed for the 14 in. (355.6 mm) and 16 in.
(406.4 mm) Style 741 (150 psig [1034.2 kPaG]) adapters
are provided. The Style 741 (150 psig [1034.2 kPaG])
flange adapter requires a smooth, hard surface for a
good seal.
Connection to other type flange faces (i.e., raised,
serrated, rubber, etc.) requires the use of a flange
washer between the faces. Refer to the flange adapter
manufacturer’s guidelines for specific information.
The Style 743 (300 psig [2068.4 kPaG]) flange adapters
are designed to mate with raised-face flanges. They
can be used with flat-faced flanges, but only if the
raised projections on the outside face of the adapter
are removed; refer to the following figure. The flangeadapter gasket must be placed with the color-coded lip
on the pipe and the other lip facing the mating flange.
1. Inspect supplied gasket to be certain it is suited for
intended service (code identifies gasket grade).
Apply a thin coat of silicone lubricant to gasket tips
and outside of gasket.
2. Install gasket, placing gasket over pipe end and
making sure gasket lip does not overhang pipe end.
Refer to the following figure for gasket
configuration.
3. Align and bring two pipe ends together and slide
gasket into position centered between the grooves
on each pipe. No portion of the gasket should
extend into the groove on either pipe.
4. Open fully and place hinged Victaulic® flange
around the grooved pipe end with the circular key
section locating into the groove.
5. Insert a standard bolt through the mating holes of
the Victaulic® flange to secure the flange firmly in
the groove.
6. Tighten fasteners alternately and equally until
housing bolt pads are firmly together (metal-tometal); refer to “Bolt-Tightening Sequence for
Water Piping Connections,” p. 34. Do NOT
excessively tighten fasteners.
NNoottee:: Uneven tightening may cause gasket to pinch.
Tighten all bolts to a snug tightness, following the
numerical sequence for the appropriate bolt pattern as
shown in the following figure. Repeat this sequence to
apply the final torque to each bolt.
Tighten only the first half of the total number of bolts to
a snug tightness, following the numerical sequence for
the appropriate bolt pattern as shown in the following
figure. Next, sequentially tighten the remaining half of
the bolts in numerical order.
Sequentially tighten the first 12 bolts to a snug
tightness, following the numerical sequence as shown
in the following figure. Tighten the next
12 consecutively numbered bolts in sequence to the
final torque. Then, apply final torque to the first
12 bolts and the bolts not yet tightened (i.e.,
unnumbered bolts in the following figure). Start with
bolt “1” and move progressively around the flange in a
clockwise direction.
Figure 22. Flange bolt tightening sequence (more
than 24 bolts)
Ensure that the waterbox head rests tightly against the
tube sheet, and then snugly tighten the 26 bolts in
sequential order as shown in the following figure. If
excessive tube sheet crown prevents the head from
contacting the tube sheet, tighten the bolts located
where the greatest gaps occur. Be sure to use an equal
number of bolt turns from side to side. Then, apply
final torque to each bolt in sequential order.
Waterside design pressure is either 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG) or 300 psig (2068.4 kPaG); refer to unit
nameplate or to submittal documentation.
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Vent Piping
Refrigerant Vent Line
General Requirements
State and local codes, and ASHRAE Standard 15
contain requirements for venting the relief device on
the chiller to the atmosphere outside of the building.
These requirements include, but are not limited to,
permitted materials, sizing, and proper termination.
NNoottee:: The following information is a general outline of
vent-line installation requirements based on
ASHRAE Standard 15. Most codes contain
similar requirements but may vary in some
significant areas. The installer must check state
and local codes and follow the specific
requirements applicable to the location.
Purge Discharge
To comply with ASHRAE Standard 15, the discharge
piping from purge units that remove non-condensable
gas from refrigerating systems must conform to the
ASHRAE Standard 15 requirements for relief piping. To
help meet this requirement, the purge discharge is
factory-piped to the relief device assembly.
Vent Line Materials
All materials in the relief device vent system must be
compatible with the refrigerant in use. Commonly used
and accepted piping materials include steel and drain/
waste/vent (DWV) copper. Consult local codes for
restrictions on materials. Consult with the
manufacturers of any field-provided components or
materials for acceptable material compatibility.
NNoottee:: PVC piping is compatible with the refrigerant but
the glue that joins the sections of plastic pipe
may not be. When considering a vent system
constructed of plastic piping such as PVC, ensure
that both the pipe material and the adhesive
have been tested for refrigerant compatibility. In
addition, verify that the local codes permit PVC
for refrigerant vent lines; even though ASHRAE
Standard 15 doesn’t prohibit its use, some local
codes do.
Testing conducted in Trane laboratories has qualified
the following materials for PVC pipe construction as
being compatible with the refrigerant:
Primer/Cleaner:
•Hercules—PVC Primer #60-465
•RECTORSEAL® PVC Cleaner—Sam™ CL-3L
Adhesives:
•Hercules—Clear PVC, Medium Body/Medium Set,
#60-020
•RECTORSEAL®—PVC Cement, Gene™ 404L
Flexible connection devices for vibration isolation must
also be compatible with the vented refrigerant. A
flexible stainless-steel pump connector (such as the
stainless-steel type MFP, style HNE, flexible pump
connector from Vibration Mounting and Control, Inc.)
or equivalent is recommended.
Vent Line Sizing
Vent line size must conform to local codes and
requirements. In most cases, local codes are based on
ASHRAE Standard 15. ASHRAE Standard 15 provides
specific requirements for the discharge piping that
allows pressure-relief devices to safely vent refrigerant
to the atmosphere if over-pressurization occurs. In part,
the standard mandates that:
•The minimum pipe size of the vent line must equal
the size of the discharge connection on the
pressure-relief device. A larger vent line size may
be necessary, depending on the length of the run.
•Two or more relief devices can be piped together
only if the vent line is sized to handle all devices
that could relieve at the same time.
•When two or more relief devices share a common
vent line, the shared line must equal or exceed the
sum of the outlet areas of all upstream relief
devices, depending on the resulting back pressure.
ASHRAE Standard 15 provides guidance for
determining the maximum vent line length. It also
provides the equation (shown in Figure 27, p. 42) and
data necessary to properly size the vent line at the
outlet of a pressure-relief device or fusible plug.
The equation accounts for the relationship between
pipe diameter, equivalent pipe length, and the pressure
difference between the vent line inlet and outlet to help
ensure that the vent line system provides sufficient
flow capacity.
Table 12, p. 41 provides additional information based
on ASHRAE Standard 15, including:
•Capacities of various vent line sizes and lengths.
However, this data applies only to conventional
pressure-relief valves and NOT to balanced relief
valves, rupture members (as used on Trane®
centrifugal chillers), fusible plugs, or pilot-operated
valves.
•A simplified method to determine the appropriate
vent-line size, with Figure 27, p. 42. Enter the figure
with the total CC value, read across to a pipe curve
and down to find the maximum allowable length
for that size pipe.
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NNoottee:: To determine the total CC value for a specific
unit, add the appropriate CC values for the
evaporator, standard condenser, and
economizer. If the unit is equipped with any
options (e.g., heat recovery, free cooling, or
an auxiliary condenser), add the applicable CC
value(s) for those options to the total as well.
NNoottee:: Table 12, p. 41 and Figure 27, p. 42 are
applicable only for non-manifolded vent-line
runs connected to a 15 psig (103.4 kPaG) rupture
disk relief device. The pipe length provided by
the table is in “equivalent feet.” The vent-line
length in equivalent feet is the sum of the linear
pipe length plus the equivalent length of the
fittings (e.g., elbows).
Vent Line Installation
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Before constructing the rupture disk vent
line, consult local codes for applicable
guidelines and constraints.
All CenTraVac™ centrifugal chillers are equipped with
rupture disks. If refrigerant pressure within the
evaporator exceeds 15 psig (103.4 kPaG), the rupture
disk breaks and shell pressure is relieved as refrigerant
escapes from the chiller.
A cross-section of the rupture disk assembly appears in
Figure 24, p. 39 along with an illustration indicating the
location of the rupture disk on the suction elbow.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: If a RuptureGuard
remove and discard the factory-installed
rupture disk; for more information, refer to
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance:
RuptureGuard Pressure Relief System
Option (CTV-SVX06*-EN).
Several general recommendations for rupture disk vent
line installation are outlined as follows.
NNoottee:: If the rupture disk was removed for service or
vent-line piping installation, the rupture disk
must be reinstalled (as shown in Figure 24, p. 39).
Refer to the following procedure and contact
CenTraVac
reinstalling the rupture disk.
•Verify that the vacuum support side of the rupture
disk is positioned as shown in the cross-section
view that appears in Figure 24, p. 39.
– Install the two bottom bolts though the pipe
flanges.
– Install the rupture disk with a gasket on each
side between the pipe flanges. Orient the disk
with the reference arrow or vacuum support bar
facing the chiller side as shown in Figure 24, p.
39.
– Install the two top bolts.
– Center the disk and gaskets to the flange bore.
– Hand-tighten all bolts assuring equal pressure.
™
Chiller Technical Service when
™
is to be installed,
– Use a torque wrench set to 240 in·lb (27.1 N·m)
with a 9/16-in. socket.
– Tighten bolts in a star pattern, one half turn
each, to maintain even pressure on the disk.
– Final torque on all bolts should be 240 in·lb
(27.1 N·m).
•When attaching the vent line to the chiller, do NOT
apply threading torque to the outside pipe of the
rupture disk assembly.
•Provide support as needed for the vent line. Do
NOT use the rupture disk assembly to support the
vent-line piping.
•Use a flexible connection between the vent line and
the rupture disk assembly to avoid placing stress on
the rupture disk. (Stress can alter rupture pressure
and cause the disk to break prematurely.) The
flexible connector used to isolate the rupture disk
from excessive vent line vibration must be
compatible with the refrigerant in use. Use a
flexible, steel connector (such as the stainless-steel
type MFP, style HNE, flexible pump connector from
Vibration Mounting and Control, Inc.), or
equivalent. Refer to Figure 25, p. 40 for a
recommended relief piping arrangement.
•An individual vent line is normally installed for each
relief device. It is permissible to manifold the
rupture disks of several machines into a common
vent line provided that the appropriate ASHRAE
Standards and local code requirements for
manifolded relief devices are followed.
•Route the vent-line piping so that it discharges
outdoors in an area that will not spray refrigerant
on anyone. Position the vent-line discharge at least
15 ft (4.6 m) above grade level and at least 20 ft
(6.1 m) from any building opening. Provide a ventline termination that cannot be blocked by debris or
accumulate rainwater.
•Provide a drip leg on the vent line (refer to Figure
25, p. 40). Provide a standard 1/4-in. FL x 1/4-in.
NPT, capped refrigerant service valve to facilitate
liquid removal.
Figure 24. Rupture disk location and cross section of
rupture disk
NNoottee:: Pipe connection is 3 in. (76.2 mm) NPT, except
250E evaporator/250L condenser units with heat
recovery which have a 4 in. (101.6 mm) NPT pipe
connection.
•Consult local regulations and codes for any
additional relief line requirements and refer to
appropriate refrigerant handling guidelines. For R123 chillers, refer to Installation, Operation, and
Maintenance: R-123 Low-Pressure Refrigerant
Handling Guidelines Conservation and Safe
Handling of R-123 Refrigerant in Trane Chillers for
Service Technicians (CTV-SVX05*-EN). For R-514Achillers, refer to Installation, Operation, and
Maintenance: R-514A Low-Pressure Refrigerant
Handling Guidelines Conservation and Safe
Handling of R-514A Refrigerant in Trane Chillers for
Service Technicians (CTV-SVX008*-EN).
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Figure 25. Arrangement for rupture disk relief piping
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: On the purge discharge vent line, the purge
exhaust connection point MUST be lower
than the purge height. Do NOT create a Utrap; extend to drip leg if necessary to
avoid a trap.
NNootteess::
•If a RuptureGuard
remove and discard the factory-installed
rupture disk; for more information, refer to
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance:
RuptureGuard Pressure Relief System
Option (CTV-SVX06*-EN).
•The rated flow capacity of the
RuptureGuard
based on having straight pipe extending
past the spring mechanism downstream of
the valve. Be sure there are no crosses (a
derate on the rated flow capacity for this
configuration is published in EngineeringBulletin: RuptureGuard Selection Guide [E/
CTV-EB-10]), elbows, tees or any other
obstructions within the first 9 in. (228.6 mm)
of valve discharge. Refer to ASHRAE
Standard 15 for additional requirements on
piping rupture disk and relief valve vent
lines.
™
is to be installed,
™
disk/valve assembly is
Figure 26. RuptureGuard™™ external vent line and
drip leg (not provided)
NNootteess::
•Use Loctite
threaded joints on chillers charged with
refrigerant; use of other pipe thread sealants
is NOT recommended. Ensure all threaded
pipe joints are properly cleaned and
prepared before assembly. An alternative to
the use of Loctite
inlet adapter to the pipe. Care must be taken
to ensure that the flange mating surface
remains flat. Do NOT weld on the Inlet
Adapter flange while connected to the
RuptureGuard
•The drip leg is required and must be drained
periodically for proper chiller purge
operation.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: If a RuptureGuard
MUST be installed properly. Failure to
properly install RuptureGuard
result in a start-up delays and required
rework and expenses that result from a
failure to properly install RuptureGuard
will NOT be paid by Trane.
®
242 or Loctite®277 on all
®
is to thread and weld the
™
.
™
is to be installed, it
™
will likely
™
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Vent Line Sizing Reference
Table 12. “C” values used to determine rupture disk
Evap.
Size
(EVSZ)
032S032S50.00
032L032L65.09
050S050S64.20
050L050L83.17
050S080S69.71
050L080L90.52
080S080S86.48
080L080L111.50
080L142L117.53
142M142L127.49
142L142L134.89
142E142L143.11
210L210L149.91
vent line sizes; for use with the following
figure
Cond.
Size
(CDSZ)
“C” Values for Unit Components
Total
“C”
Value
Long H.
Short
H.R.
Cond.
18.8725.1915.303.66032S032L61.32
23.5531.4515.305.50050S050L72.10
29.0638.8015.305.38080S080L96.22
51.0156.8015.307.13
Cond.
N/AN/AN/AN/A
N/AN/AN/AN/A
R.
Aux.
Cond.
Free
Cooling
Econ.
Table 12. “C” values used to determine rupture disk
vent line sizes; for use with the following figure
(continued)
Evap.
Size
(EVSZ)
250E250L175.74
210D210D112.93
250D250D122.62
250M250M146.36
250X250X164.74
Notes:
Cond.
Size
(CDSZ)
1. Rupture disk diameter is 3 in. (76.2 mm), with the exception of
250E evaporator/250L condenser units with heat recovery which
have a rupture disk diameter of 4 in. (101.6 mm).
2. To determine the total “C” value for a specific unit, add the
appropriate “C” values for the evaporator, standard condenser, and
economizer. If the unit is equipped with any options (e.g., heat
recovery, free cooling, or an auxiliary condenser), add the
applicable “C” values to this total. With this new sum, refer to the
following figure to determine the vent-line pipe diameter.
3. If piping multiple rupture disks to a common vent line, first
determine the total “C” value for each rupture disk, then add all “C”
values together and apply the result to the following figure.
4. RuptureGuard™ size based on “C” value:
3-in. (76.2 mm) valve: “C” value 0 to 104.20
4-in. (101.6 mm) valve: C value 104.21 to 223.9
RuptureGuard™ is not available for 250E evaporator/250L
condenser units with heat recovery.
“C” Values for Unit Components
Total
“C”
Value
Long H.
Short
H.R.
Cond.
Cond.
N/A
N/AN/A
Aux.
R.
Cond.
62.1215.30
15.307.13
15.30
Free
Cooling
Econ.
N/A
N/A
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Figure 27. Rupture disk vent pipe sizing; for use with the preceding table
NNoottee:: The preceding figure, provided as a reference, is based on ASHRAE Standard 15. Vent line size is typically
dictated by state or local code which may be different from ASHRAE Standard 15 requirements.
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For CenTraVac™ chillers using a rupture disk relief:
•L = equivalent length of discharge piping, ft (m)
•C
= rated capacity as stamped on the relief device
r
in lb/min (kg/s), or SCFM multiplied by 0.0764 lb/
min (convert multiplier in lb/min to kg/s for SI)
C
= CC value from the preceding table (convert CC
r
in lb/min to kg/s for SI)
•f = Moody friction factor in fully turbulent flow
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•d = inside diameter of pipe or tube, in. (mm)
•ln = natural logarithm
= absolute pressure at outlet of discharge piping,
•P
2
psi (kPa)
•P
= allowed back pressure (absolute) at the outlet
0
of pressure relief device, psi (kPa)
P
= (0.50 P) + atmospheric pressure
0
NNoottee:: For rupture disks on CenTraVac
is 15 lb (6.8 kg). Atmospheric pressure is at
the elevation of the installation above sea
level; a default value is the atmospheric
pressure at sea level, 14.7 psi (101.34 kPa).
™
chillers, P
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Insulation
Unit Insulation Requirements
Factory-installed insulation is available as an option for
all units. Factory installation does NOT include
insulation of the chiller feet; if required, insulation for
chiller feet is provided by others. In applications where
the chiller is not factory-insulated, install insulation
over the areas outlined and highlighted with dashed
lines as shown in Figure 28, p. 45.
Insulate all 1/4-in. (6.35-mm) eductor lines, one from
the suction cover and one from the evaporator, to
prevent sweating.
The quantities of insulation required based on unit size
NNoottee:: If the unit is not factory-insulated, install
insulation around the evaporator bulbwells and
ensure that the bulbwells and connections for
the waterbox drains and vents are still accessible
after insulation is applied. The sensor modules
(Low Level Intelligent Devices [LLIDs]) and
interconnecting four-wire cable inter-processor
communication (IPC) bus must be raised up
above the field-installed insulation. Secure the
IPC bus to the insulation top/outer surface after
insulation is completed.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Do NOT insulate the motor housing, unit
wiring, or sensor modules.
and insulation thickness are listed in the following
table. Insulation thickness is determined at normal
design conditions which are:
•Standard comfort-cooling leaving chilled water
temperature
Operation outside of normal design conditions as
defined in this section may require additional
insulation; contact Trane for further review.
Table 13. Evaporator insulation requirements
Standard Unit
(a)
EVSZ
032 Short3375234774
032 Long
050 Short3856339872
050 Long
080 Short5058451597
080 Long
142 Medium55598555133
142 Long
142 Extended603104629133
210 Long
250 Extended77097780133
NNoottee:: Chillers equipped with refrigerant pumps are NOT insulated on the motor or refrigerant drain lines.
(a)
3/4-in. (19.05-mm) sheet insulation is installed on the evaporator, evaporator waterboxes, suction elbow, and suction cover.
(b)
3/8-in. (9.525-mm) sheet insulation is installed on all economizers. All liquid lines and other pipes require the use of 1/2-in. (12.7-mm) pipe insulation or
3/8-in. (9.525-mm) sheet insulation. Copper oil eductor tube lines require pipe insulation.
3/4 in. (19.05 mm)
Insulation(Square
Feet)
3655237774
4206343672
5538456697
57898578133
70098710133
(a)
3/8 in. (9.525 mm)
Insulation
(b)
Feet)
(Square
3/4-in. (19.05 mm)
Insulation
(Square Feet)
Free Cooling
(a)
3/8 in. (9.525 mm)
Insulation
(b)
Feet)
(Square
Insulation Thickness
Requirements
Factory Applied Insulation
All low-temperature surfaces are covered with 3/4 in.
(19.05 mm) Armaflex® II or equal (thermal conductivity
= 0.28 Btu/h-ft
44
2
[1.59 W/m2-K]), including the
evaporator, waterboxes, and suction elbow. The
economizer and motor cooling lines are insulated with
3/8 in. (9.525 mm) and 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) insulation,
respectively.
The insulation is Armaflex® or equivalent closed cell
elastomeric insulation to prevent the formation of
condensation up to a dew point rating of 74°F (23.3°C),
K = 0.25. Chillers in high humidity areas or ice storage,
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low leaving water temperature (less than 36°F [2.2°C]
chilled water temperature/glycol) units, may require
double thickness to prevent formation of condensation.
•Bulbwells, drain, and vent connections must be accessible after insulating.
•All units with evaporator marine waterboxes wrap waterbox shell insulation with strapping and secure
strapping with seal.
•Evaporators with ASME nameplates must have insulation cut out around the nameplate. Do NOT glue
insulation to the nameplate.
•Apply 2-in. (50.8-mm) wide black tape on overlap joints. Where possible apply 3-in. (76.2-mm) wide strip of
0.38-in. (9.7-mm) thick insulation over butt joint seams.
•Insulate all economizer supports.
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Installation: Controls
This section covers information pertaining to the
UC800 controller hardware. For information about the
Tracer® AdaptiView™ display, which is used to
interface with the internal chiller data and functions
provided by the UC800, refer to Tracer AdaptiView
Display for Water-Cooled CenTraVac Chillers
Operations Guide (CTV-SVU01*-EN).
The UC800 (1A22) receives 24 Vac (210 mA) power
from the 1A2 power supply located in the chiller control
panel.
Wiring and Port Descriptions
The following figure illustrates the UC800 controller
ports, LEDs, rotary switches, and wiring terminals. The
numbered list following the figure corresponds to the
numbered callouts in the illustration.
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Figure 29. UC800 wiring locations and connection
ports
4. Machine bus for existing machine LLIDs (IPC3
Tracer bus 19.200 baud). IPC3 Bus: used for Comm
®
4 using TCI or LonTalk
5. Power (210 mA at 24 Vdc) and ground terminations
(same bus as Item 4). Factory wired.
6. Not used.
7. Marquee LED power and UC800 Status indicator
(Table 14, p. 48).
8. Status LEDs for the BAS link, MBus link, and IMC
link.
9. USB device Type B connection for the service tool
(Tracer® TU).
10. The Ethernet connection can only be used with the
Tracer® AdaptiView™ display.
11. USB Host (not used).
using LCI-C.
Communication Interfaces
There are four connections on the UC800 that support
the communication interfaces listed. Refer to Figure
29, p. 47 for the locations of each of these ports.
•BACnet® MS/TP
•MODBUS® Slave
•LonTalk® using LCI-C (from the IPC3 bus)
•Comm 4 using TCI (from the IPC3 bus)
1. Rotary Switches for setting BACnet® MAC address
or MODBUS® ID.
2. LINK for BACnet® MS/TP, or MODBUS® Slave (two
terminals, ±). Field wired if used.
3. LINK for BACnet® MS/TP, or MODBUS® Slave (two
terminals, ±). Field wired if used.
Rotary Switches
There are three rotary switches on the front of the
UC800 controller. Use these switches to define a threedigit address when the UC800 is installed in a BACnet®
or MODBUS® system (e.g., 107, 127, etc.).
NNoottee:: Valid addresses are 001 to 127 for BACnet
®
001 to 247 for MODBUS
.
®
and
LED Description and Operation
There are ten LEDs on the front of the UC800. The
following figure shows the locations of each LED and
the following table describes their behavior in specific
instances.
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Figure 30. LED locationsTable 14. LED behavior
LEDUC800 Status
Powered. If the Marquee LED is green solid, the
UC800 is powered and no problems exist.
Marquee LED
LINK, MBUS,
IMC
Ethernet Link
Service
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Maintain at least 6 in. (16 cm) between low-
Low power or malfunction. If the Marquee LED
is red solid, the UC800 is powered but there are
problems present.
Alarm. The Marquee LED blinks red when an alarm
exists.
The TX LED blinks green at the data transfer rate
when the UC800 transfers data to other devices on
the link.
The RX LED blinks yellow at the data transfer rate
when the UC800 receives data from other devices
on the link.
The LINK LED is solid green if the Ethernet link is
connected and communicating.
The ACT LED blinks yellow at the data transfer rate
when data flow is active on the link.
The Service LED is solid green when pressed. For
qualified service technicians only. Do NOT use.
voltage (less than 30V) and high voltage
circuits. Failure to do so could result in
electrical noise that could distort the
signals carried by the low-voltage wiring,
including inter-processor communication
(IPC).
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Figure 31. Standard control panel: Tracer®® AdaptiView™™ main unit assembly (showing low voltage and higher
voltage areas for proper routing of field wiring)
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Figure 32. Optional control panel: Tracer®® AdaptiView™™ main unit assembly (showing low voltage and higher
voltage areas for proper routing of field wiring)
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Installing the Tracer AdaptiView
Display
During shipment, the Tracer® AdaptiView™ display is
boxed, shrink-wrapped, and located behind the control
panel. The display must be installed at the site.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: For best results, Trane, or an agent of
Trane, must install the Tracer
AdaptiView™display and display arm.
1. Unwrap the control panel and display arm. Locate
the box containing the Tracer® AdaptiView™
display behind the control panel (labeled A in
Figure 33, p. 51).
2. After the box containing the display has been
removed, remove the shipping bracket from the
back of the control panel (labeled B in Figure 33, p.
51).
3. Remove the display from the box.
NNoottee:: Screws are M4 (metric size 4), 6 to 8 mm long,
and are shipped with the display.
4. Plug the power cable (labeled C in Figure 34, p. 51)
and the Ethernet cable (labeled D in Figure 34, p.
51) into the bottom of the display.
NNoottee:: Both cables are already present and extend
from the end of the display arm.
5. Adjust the Tracer® AdaptiView™ display support
arm so the base plate that attaches to the display is
horizontal.
®
holes in the display support arm base plate.
8. Attach the Tracer® AdaptiView™ display to the
display support arm base plate (labeled E in Figure
NNoottee:: Review “Adjusting the Tracer AdaptiView
Display Arm,” p. 52 before attaching the
display as some adjustments may be
required prior to attaching the display to the
support arm base.
6. Position the Tracer® AdaptiView™ display—with
the LCD screen facing up—on top of the display
support arm base plate.
NNoottee:: Ensure the Trane logo is positioned so that it
will be at the top when the display is attached
to the display support arm.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Use care when positioning the Tracer
AdaptiView™display on top of the support
arm base plate and do NOT drop the
display.
7. Align the four holes in the display with the bolt
®
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Figure 35. Display attachments to the support arm
base plate
Adjusting the Tracer AdaptiView
Display Arm
The Tracer® AdaptiView™ display arm may become
too loose or too tight and may need adjustment. There
are three joints on the display arm that allow the
display to be positioned at a variety of heights and
angles (refer to items labeled 11, 22, and 33 in the
following figure).
Figure 36. Joint locations on the display arm
To adjust the tension on the display arm:
•At each joint in the display arm, there is either a hex
bolt (11 and 22) or hex screw (33). Turn the hex bolt or
screw in the proper direction to increase or
decrease tension.
NNoottee:: Each hex bolt or screw is labeled with
lloooosseenn/ttiigghhtteenn or ++/-- indicators.
•Joint 33 has a 6 mm hex screw controlling the
tension on a gas spring, which allows the Tracer®
AdaptiView™ display to tilt up and down.
•Joints 11 and 22 are covered by a plastic cap. Remove
the plastic cap to access the hex bolt. Adjust using a
13 mm wrench as necessary.
•To adjust the swivel rotation tension of the Tracer®
AdaptiView™ display, adjust the hex bolt located in
the support arm base plate, as described in the final
step in “Installing the Tracer AdaptiView
Display,” p. 51. This adjustment must be done prior
to attaching the display to the support arm base.
Use a 14 mm wrench to adjust the tension.
•To adjust the left/right swivel of the entire display
arm, use a 13 mm wrench to adjust the bolt labeled
44 in the preceding figure.
Unit-mounted starters are available as an option on
most units. While this option eliminates most fieldinstalled wiring requirements, the electrical contractor
must still complete the electrical connection for the
following:
•power supply wiring to the starter,
•other unit control options present, and
•any field-supplied control devices.
As you review this manual along with the wiring
instructions presented in this section, keep in mind
that:
•All field-installed wiring must conform to National
Electric Code (NEC) guidelines, and any applicable
local, state, and national codes. Be sure to satisfy
proper equipment grounding requirements per
NEC.
•Compressor motor and unit electrical data
(including motor kW, voltage utilization range,
rated load amps, and locked rotor amps) is listed on
the chiller nameplate.
•All field-installed wiring must be checked for proper
terminations, and for possible shorts or grounds.
NNoottee:: Always refer to the actual wiring diagrams
that shipped with the chiller or the unit
submittal for specific as-built electrical
schematic and connection information.
Do NOT modify or cut enclosure to provide electrical
access. Removable panels have been provided, and
any modification should be done away from the
enclosure. If the starter enclosure must be cut to
provide electrical access, exercise care to prevent
debris from falling inside the enclosure. Refer to
installation information shipped with the starter or
submittal drawings.
Electrical Requirements
Before wiring begins, observe the following electrical
requirements:
•Follow all lockout/tagout procedures prior to
performing installation and/or service on the unit.
•Always wear appropriate personal protective
equipment.
•Wait the required time to allow the capacitor(s) to
discharge; this could be up to 30 minutes.
•Verify that all capacitors are discharged prior to
service using a properly rated volt meter.
•Use appropriate capacitor discharge tool when
necessary.
•Comply with the safety practices recommended in
PROD-SVB06*-EN.
Table 15. Standard field power wiring requirements
Power Supply Wiring
to Starter Panel
3-Phase Line Voltage2X3-L1, L2, L3, and Ground
3-Phase Line Voltage: Circuit Breaker2Q1-L1, L2, L3, and Ground
Starter to Motor Power Wiring
Remote Starter to Chiller Motor Junction Box
Starter to Control Panel
120 Vac Control Wiring
120 Vac Power Supply (from Starter to
High Pressure Cutout to Starter
Inter-processor Communications (IPC)
Notes:
1. All wiring to be in accordance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and any local codes.
2. Oil pump motor: 1 Ph, 3/4 HP, 11.7 full load amps at 115 Vac.
3. Auxiliary equipment must be powered from other sources as the chiller control panel power supplies are sized for the chiller loads only.
(a)
Ground lug for a unit-mounted solid state starter or wye-delta starter is sized to accept 14 AWG solid to 8 AWG strand wire. If local codes require different
lug size, it must be field-supplied and -installed.
(b)
Wires, lugs, and fuses/breakers are sized based on National Electric Code NEC [NFPA 70] and UL 1995.
(c)
1Q1 Circuit Breaker to Starter connects to 2X16 Starter Panel Terminal for all starter types except the AFDG (Trane-supplied remote Danfoss AFD); for the
AFDG, 1Q1 Circuit Breaker to Starter connects to 2X13 Starter Panel Terminal.
(d)
Must be separated from 120 Vac and higher wiring.
Control Panel)
1Q1 Circuit Breaker to Starter
Oil Pump Interlock2X1-7, 2X1-81A7-J2-4, 1A7-J2-2
Low Voltage Circuits
Less Than 30 Vac
Standard Circuits
Remote-Mounted
(d)
Starter Panel
Terminals
(a)
StarterMotor
T1 through T6T1 through T6
Starter Panel
Terminals
2X1-1, 2X1-2
2X1-20 (Ground)
2X1-41X1-41420
(c)
Starter Panel
Terminals
2A1-J3-3-4, or
2X1-12 to 13 if Present (Do
NOT Ground Shield at Starter)
Unit Control Panel
Terminations
1X1-1, 1X1-12
1X1-18 (Ground)
1X1-31420
Unit Control Panel
Terminations
1A1-J5-1-2, 3-4
Shield Ground at
1X1-22 (GND) Only
Max Terminal Wire
Size (AWG)
2-wire with Gound
Comm Link
(b)
840
1420
Minimum Circuit
Ampacity
NNoottee:: Control Power Transformer (CPTR, Enhanced
Electrical Protection Package option): A unitmounted, factory-wired, separate enclosure
positioned next to the control panel is available
when separate source control power is required.
This permits the controls to remain powered
while the three-phase line voltage is
disconnected. Contact your local Trane
representative for more information.
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Customer-supplied Remote Starter Wiring
Table 16. Standard customer-supplied remote field wiring requirements
Power Supply Wiring to Starter Panel
Starter by Others 3-phase Power Wiring
Starter to Motor Power Wiring
Remote Starter to Chiller Motor Junction Box
Starter to Control Panel 120 Vac Control
120 Vac Power Supply (from Starter to
Power from Control Panel 1Q1
Low Voltage Circuits Less than 30 Vac
Current Transformers (refer to Table 17, p.
Potential Transformers (Required)
Solid State Stater Fault
Notes:
1. All wiring to be in accordance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and any local codes.
2. Starter by Others Specification available from your local Trane sales office.
(a)
Wires, lugs, and fuses/breakers are sized based on National Electric Code (NEC) [NFPA 70] and UL 1995.
(b)
Must be separated from 120 Vac and higher wiring.
(c)
Solid State Starter Fault input is used with low- and medium-voltage, customer-supplied solid state starters only.
Wiring
Control Panel)
Interlock Relay Signal
Start Contactor Signal
Oil Pump Interlock5X1-7, 5X1-81A7-J2-4, 1A7-J2-2
Run Contactor Signal
Transition Complete
Standard Circuits
55) (Required)
(b)
(b)
(c)
Starter Panel Terminals
See Starter by Others
Schematic
StartersMotor
T1 through T6 Terminals
Starter Panel Terminals
See Starter by Others
Schematic 5X1-1, 5X1-2, 5X1-
20 (Ground)
5X1-3
5X1-41A23-J10-11420
5X1-51A23-J8-11420
5X1-101A23-J6-121420
5X1-141A23-J12-21420
Starter Panel Terminals
5CT4-white, black
5CT5-white, black
5CT6-white, black
•Confirm that wire size is compatible with lug size
stated in unit submittal.
•Make sure that the incoming power wiring is
properly phased; each power supply conduit run to
the starter must carry the correct number of
conductors to ensure equal phase representation.
NNoottee:: Connect L1, L2, and L3 (shown in the
following figure) per starter diagram
provided with chiller.
•When installing the power supply conduit, ensure
that the position of the conduit does not interfere
with the serviceability of any of the unit
components, or with structural members and
equipment. Ensure that the conduit is long enough
to simplify any servicing that may be necessary in
the future (e.g., starter).
•Do NOT modify or cut enclosure to provide
electrical access. Removable panels have been
provided and any modification should be done
away from the enclosure. If the starter enclosure
must be cut to provide electrical access, exercise
care to prevent debris from falling inside the
enclosure.
•Use copper conductors to connect the three-phase
power supply to the remote- or unit-mounted
starter panel.
•Flexible conduit connections are recommended to
enhance serviceability and minimize vibration
transmission.
•Size the power supply wiring in accordance with
National Electric Code (NEC), using the RLA value
stamped on the chiller nameplate and transformer
load on L1 and L2.
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Circuit Breakers and Fused
Disconnects
Any field-supplied circuit breaker or fused disconnect
installed in power supplied to the chiller must be sized
in compliance with National Electric Code (NEC) or
local guidelines.
Power Factor Correction
Capacitors (Optional)
Power factor correction capacitors (PFCCs) are
designed to provide power factor correction for the
compressor motor. PFCCs are available as an option
for unit- and remote-mounted starters.
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NNootteess::
•Verify PFCC voltage rating is greater than or
equal to the compressor voltage rating
stamped on the unit nameplate.
•Refer to the wiring diagrams that shipped
with the unit for specific PFCC wiring
information.
eventually develop. This overprotection causes poor
voltage regulation (i.e., voltage is high when the circuit
is unloaded, then drops as loads are added).
Figure 39. Option 2—PFCC wires routed through
current transformers
Size motor overload protection to account for
capacitor-supplied current. Overloads are typically set
to measure the total current drawn by the motor. When
PFCCs are used, they become the source of part of that
current. If the current they provide is not registered by
the overload protectors, potentially damaging
amperage can reach the motor. The simplest way to
ensure that the overloads detect all current supplied to
the motor is to position the PFCCs upstream of the
current transformers as shown in Figure 38, p. 58. If the
capacitor connection points are downstream of the
current transformers, route the PFCC leads through the
current transformers as shown in Figure 39, p. 58. This
ensures that the overloads register both line and
capacitor-supplied current.
Interconnecting Wiring
Typical equipment room conduit layouts with and
without unit-mounted starters are shown in the
following two figures.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: The interconnecting wiring between the
starter panel, compressor, and control
panel is factory-installed with unit-mounted
starters. However, when a remote-mounted
starter is used, the interconnecting wiring
must be field-installed.
NNoottee:: Refer to starter submittal drawing for location of
incoming wiring to the starter.
Simultaneously disconnect capacitors and load from
line power. If the capacitors are not switched offline
when the load is disconnected, they continue to add
capacitance to the electrical distribution system. A
leading power factor—too much capacitance—may
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Figure 40. Typical equipment room layout for units
with unit-mounted starters
1. Line side power conduits
2. Unit-mounted starter
3. Unit control panel
Figure 41. Typical equipment room layout for units
with remote-mounted starters
1. Line side power conduits
2. Remote-mounted starter
3. Unit control panel
4. Inter-processor communication (IPC) circuit conduit
less than 30V (and current transformer/potential
transformer [CT/PT] wiring for starters by others)
NNoottee:: Must enter the low voltage Class 2 portion of the
unit control panel (1000 feet [304.8 m]
maximum).
5. Motor terminal box
6. 115V control conduit
NNoottee:: Must enter the higher than 30 Vdc Class 1 portion
of the until control panel.
7. Lead power wiring
NNoottee:: Refer to the unit field connection diagram for
approximate unit control panel knock out
locations. To prevent damage to the unit control
panel components, do NOT route control conduit
into the top of the box.
Starter to Motor Wiring
(Remote-Mounted Starters Only)
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Ground Wire Terminal Lugs
Ground wire lugs are provided in the motor terminal
box and in the starter panel.
Terminal clamps are supplied with the motor terminals
to accommodate either bus bars or standard motor
terminal wire lugs. Terminal clamps provide additional
surface area to minimize the possibility of improper
electrical connections.
•Use field-provided, crimp-type wire terminal lugs
properly sized for the application.
NNoottee:: Wire size ranges for the starter line and load-
side lugs are listed on the starter submittal
drawings supplied by the starter
manufacturer or Trane. Carefully review the
submitted wire lug sizes for compatibility
with the conductor sizes specified by the
electrical engineer or contractor.
•On 4160V and below, a terminal clamp with a
3/8-in. (9.525-mm) bolt is provided on each motor
terminal stud; use the factory-supplied Belleville
washers on the wire lug connections. The following
figure illustrates the junction between a motor
terminal stud and terminal lug.
•Torque for this assembly is 24 ft·lb (32.5 N·m).
•Install but do NOT connect the power leads
between the starter and compressor motor. (These
connections will be completed under supervision of
a qualified Trane service engineer after the pre-start
inspection.)
Bus bars and extra nuts are available as a Trane option.
Install the bus bars between the motor terminals when
using a starter that is:
•A low-voltage Adaptive Frequency™ Drive (AFD)
•Across-the-line
•Primary reactor/resistor
•Autotransformer
•Customer-supplied
Connect T1 to T6, T2 to T4, and T3 to T5.
NNoottee:: Bus bars are not needed in medium-voltage or
high-voltage applications since only
three terminals are used in the motor and starter.
When attaching starter leads to 6.6 to 7kV motor
terminals, the 1/2-in.-13 brass jam nuts should be
tightened to a maximum torque of 18 to 22 ft·lb (24.4 to
29.8 N·m). Always use a second wrench to backup the
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assembly and prevent applying excessive torque to the
terminal shaft.
Starter to Control Panel Wiring
The unit submittal includes the field wiring connection
diagram and the starter-to-control-panel connection
diagram (showing the electrical connections required
between the remote-mounted starter and the control
panel).
NNoottee:: Install separate conduit into the low voltage
(30 volts) section of the control panel.
When sizing and installing the electrical conductors for
these circuits, follow the guidelines listed. Use 14 AWG
for 120V control circuits unless otherwise specified.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Maintain at least 6 in. (16 cm) between low-
voltage (less than 30V) and high-voltage
circuits. Failure to do so could result in
electrical noise that may distort the signals
carried by the low-voltage wiring, including
the inter-processor communication (IPC)
wiring.
To wire the starter to the control panel, use these
guidelines:
•If the starter enclosure must be cut to provide
electrical access, exercise care to prevent debris
from falling inside the enclosure. Do NOT cut the
Adaptive Frequency™ Drive (AFD) enclosure.
•Use only shielded, twisted-pair wiring for the interprocesssor communication (IPC) circuit between
the starter and the control panel on remotemounted starters.
NNoottee:: Recommended wire is Beldon Type 8760,
18 AWG for runs up to 1000 ft (304.8 m). The
polarity of the IPC wiring is critical for proper
operation.
•Separate low-voltage (less than 30V; refer to Table
15, p. 54 and Table 16, p. 55) wiring from the 115V
wiring by running each in its own conduit.
•When routing the IPC circuit out of the starter
enclosure, ensure that it is at least 6 in. (16 cm) from
all wires carrying a higher voltage.
•The IPC wiring shield should be
grounded on one end only at control
panel end. The other end should be unterminated and taped back on the cable
sheath to prevent any contact between
shield and ground.
•Oil Pump Interlock: All starters must
provide an interlock (normally open)
contact with the chiller oil pump
connected to the control panel at
terminals 1A7-2-4 and 1A7-J2-2
(14 AWG) The purpose of this interlock
is to maintain the oil pump signal in the
event that a starter failure, such as
welded contacts, keeps the chiller
motor running after the controller
interrupts the run signal.
All electrical circuits shall be treated as energized until
all lockout/tagout procedures are in place and the
circuit has been tested to verify that it is de-energized.
The medium-voltage motor terminal box cover must
NOT be removed if power is present, or if there is a
possibility that power may be present. Working on
energized medium-voltage circuits is not an approved
practice for normal HVAC maintenance or service.
The motor is suitable for remote-mounted across-theline (including circuit breaker starting), primary reactor,
autotransformer, or solid-state starting. Refer to the
unit nameplate for motor data including RLA, LRA, etc.
In all cases of non-Trane supplied starters, the Trane
Engineering Specification for UC800 Starter By Others
(available through your local Trane office) must be
followed in order to ensure proper function and
protection of the chiller. A disconnecting means and
short-circuit protection must be installed ahead of the
starter, unless they are included as part of the starter.
NNoottee:: Trane assumes no responsibility for the design,
documentation, construction, compatibility,
installation, start-up, or long term support of
starters provided by others.
Motor Terminal Box
A large steel motor terminal box is provided to allow
for the field connection of the motor power supply wire
to the motor.
Figure 43. Motor terminal box dimensions, in. (mm)
•Motor terminal box cover-only weight is 55 lb
(25 kg).
•Two 7/8-in. (22.225 mm) lifting holes are provided
in the cover.
•Motor terminal box weight without the cover is
215 lb (97.5 kg).
•Two 3/8-in.–16 weld nuts are provided on the top of
the terminal box to allow the use of properly rated
lifting D-rings if removal is needed for clearance
purposes.
NNoottee:: If the box is removed for installation
purposes, the motor terminals MUST be
protected against impact or stress damage.
Field fabrication of a cover or guard is
required.
•The motor terminal box is large enough to
accommodate the use of stress cones.
•If conduit is applied, a flexible connection of the
conduit to the box should be made to allow for unit
serviceability and for vibration isolation. The cable
should be supported or protected against abrasion
and wear on any edges or surfaces. Cable or
conduit openings can be cut at any location in the
box sides, top, or bottom for cable entry. Always
ensure that NO debris remains in the box after
cutting cable entry holes.
Motor circuit wire sizing by the installer must be made
in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) or
any other applicable codes. All wiring to the
CenTraVac™ chiller motor must be shielded copper,
with insulation rated to a minimum of 15kV.
Three terminals are provided on the chiller for the
connection of power to the motor from the starter.
Power leads to motors must be in multiples of three,
with equal phase representation in all conduits or wire
trays. To limit the effects of corona or ionization with
cables carrying more than 2000V, Trane requires that
the power cable have a metallic shield, unless the cable
is specifically listed or approved for non-shielded use.
If the cable is shielded, the shielding must be grounded
at one end (grounding is typically done at the starter or
supply end).
Care must be taken while routing the incoming cables
to ensure that cable loads or tensions are not applied to
the terminal or premature terminal failure could result.
Motor Terminals
Field-provided, ring-type lugs, with no sharp edges or
corners, must be used by a qualified installer to
connect the power wiring to the motor terminals.
Follow all instructions provided with the field-provided
lugs to ensure proper connections.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: The use of stress cones is highly
recommended to reduce and control
longitudinal and radial electrical stresses at
the cable ends.
Prior to assembly the terminal stud, nuts, and lug
should be inspected and cleaned to ensure they are not
damaged or contaminated.
The terminal has a copper shaft that is threaded 9/16in.-18 UNF2A. Brass nuts are provided on the motor
terminals to retain the lugs, and the final connection
should be tightened to 22 to 25 ft·lb (29.8 to 33.9 N·m)
using a 7/8-in. (22.225-mm) socket on a torque wrench.
Before beginning wiring and torquing, ensure proper
motor terminal care and do NOT apply any excess
stress.
Ground Wire Terminal Lug
A ground wire lug is provided in the motor terminal
box to allow the field connection of an earth ground.
The lug will accept a field-supplied ground wire of #8 to
#2 AWG. After completing the field connection of
wiring, inspect and clean the motor terminals and
motor housing, and remove any debris before
reinstalling the motor terminal box cover. The cover
must be re-installed onto the motor terminal box and
all bolts installed. Do NOT operate the chiller with the
motor terminal box cover removed or with any loose or
missing cover bolts.
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System Control Circuit Wiring (Field Wiring)
Table 20. Unit control panel wiring 120 Vac
Standard Control Circuits: Unit
Control Panel Control Wiring
Chilled Water Flow Proving Input
Condenser Water Flow Proving
Chilled Water Pump Relay Output
Condenser Water Pump Relay
Optional Control Circuits (120
Alarm Relay MAR (Non-Latching)
Alarm Relay MMR (Latching) Output
Compressor Running Relay Output
Maximum Capacity Relay Output
Head Relief Request Relay Output
Standard Low Voltage Circuits
Optional Low Voltage Circuits
External Base Loading Enable Input
External Hot Water Control Enable
External Ice Machine Control
External Free Cooling Input Enable
External Condenser Pressure
Evaporator/Condenser Differential
Condenser Head Pressure Control1A15-J2-4 to 6
External Current Limit Setpoint
External Chilled Water Setpoint
External Base Loading Setpoint
Generic Refrigerant Monitor Input
Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor
NNoottee:: All wiring to be in accordance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and any local codes.
(a)
If the Chilled Water Flow Proving Input is a factory-installed ifm efector® flow-sensing device, the secondary field device (recommended with 38°F [3.3°
C] and lower leaving chilled water temperatures) for proof of flow connects from 1X1-5 to 1K26-4 (binary input; normally open, closure with flow).
Remove factory jumper when used.
(120 Vac)
(b)
Input
Output
Vac)
Output
Limit Warning Relay Output
Purge Alarm Relay Output
Ice Making Relay Output
Free Cooling Relay Output
(Less than 30 Vac)
External Auto Stop Input
Emergency Stop Input
Input
Enable Input
Input
% RLA Compressor Output
Output
Pressure Output
Input
Input
Input
Tracer® Comm Interface or
LonTalk®
BACnet® or MODBUS®
Tracer® SC Module
(c)
Unit Control Terminations
(a)
1X1-5 to 1A6-J3-2
1X1-6 to 1A6-J2-2
1A5-J2-4 to 6
1A5-J2-1 to 3
Note: Defaults are factory programmed; alternates can be selected at start-up using the service tool.
Table 20. Unit control panel wiring 120 Vac (continued)
(b)
If the Condenser Water Flow Proving Input is a factory-installed ifm efector® flow-sensing device, the secondary (optional) field device for proof of flow
connects from 1X1-6 to 1K27-4 (binary input; normally open, closure with flow). Remove factory jumper when used.
(c)
Standard low-voltage circuits (less than 30 Vac) must be separated from 120 Vac or higher wiring.
Water Pump Interlock Circuits
and Flow Switch Input
NNoottee:: The circuits for the chilled water proof of flow
and the condenser water proof of flow do NOT
require external power. Refer to the wiring
diagrams that shipped with the chiller.
Chilled Water Pump
1. Wire the evaporator water pump contactor (5K1) to
a separate 120 volt single-phase power supply with
14 AWG, 600V copper wire.
2. Connect circuit to 1A5-J2-6.
3. Use 1A5-J2-4 120 Vac output to allow the control
panel to control the evaporator water pump, or wire
the 5K1 contactor to operate remotely and
independently of the control panel.
Chilled Water Proof of Flow
When this circuit is installed properly and the
evaporator pump is running and providing the required
minimum flow, this circuit will prove the evaporator
water flow for the chiller controls. Proof of evaporator
water flow is required before the start sequence will be
allowed to proceed and a loss of evaporator water flow
during chiller operation will result in a chiller shutdown.
Refer to as-built schematics on the inside of the control
panel for field wiring. This is a dry binary input;
normally-open, closure for flow. Apply no external
power.
1. With factory-installed ifm efector® flow-sensing
devices, a field-provided secondary flow-sensing
device is recommended with applications having
38°F (3.3°C) and below leaving evaporator water
temperatures. When a secondary flow-sensing
device is used, remove the factory jumper and
install its contacts between 1X1-5 to 1K26-4; this
places the secondary flow sensing device in series
with the ifm efector® flow-sensing device.
2. For field-provided primary proof of flow devices,
connect the primary proof of flow device between
terminals 1X1-5 to 1A6-J3-2. A secondary field
device is recommended with applications having
38°F (3.3°C) and below leaving evaporator water
temperatures, and must be field-wired in series
with the primary proof of flow device.
Condenser Water Pump
1. Wire the condenser water pump contactor (5K2) to
a separate 120-volt, single-phase power supply with
14 AWG, 600-volt copper wire.
2. Connect circuit to control panel terminals 1A5-J2-3.
3. Use 1A5-J2-1 120 Vac output to allow the control
panel to control the condenser pump.
Condenser Water Proof of Flow
When this circuit is installed properly and the
condenser pump is running and providing the required
minimum condenser water flow, this circuit will prove
the condenser water flow for the chiller controls. Proof
of condenser water flow is also required for the start
sequence will be allowed to proceed and a loss of
condenser water flow during chiller operation will
result in a chiller shut-down.
Refer to as-built schematics on the inside of the control
panel for field wiring. This is a dry binary input;
normally-open, closure for flow. Apply no external
power.
1. With factory-installed ifm efector® flow-sensing
devices, a secondary field-provided flow-sensing
device is optional. When a secondary flow-sensing
device is used, remove the factory jumper, and
install its contacts between 1X1-5 to 1K27-4; this
places the secondary flow sensing device in series
with the ifm efector® flow-sensing device.
2. For field-provided primary proof of flow devices,
connect the primary proof of flow device between
terminals 1X1-6 to 1A6-J2-2. The secondary field
provided flow sensing device is optional; however,
when it is present, it must be field-wired in series
with the primary proof of flow device.
Temperature Sensor Circuits
All temperature sensors are factory installed except the
optional outdoor air temperature sensor. This sensor is
required for the outdoor air temperature type of chilled
water reset. Use the following guidelines to locate and
mount the outdoor air temperature sensor. Mount the
sensor probe where needed; however, mount the
sensor module in the control panel.
The outdoor temperature sensor is similar to the unitmounted temperature sensors in that it consists of the
sensor probe and the module. A four-wire interprocessor communication (IPC) bus is connected to the
module for 24 Vdc power and the communications link.
Trane recommends mounting the sensor module
within the control panel and the sensor two wire leads
be extended and routed to the outdoor temperature
sensor probe sensing location. This ensures the fourwire inter-processor control (IPC) bus protection and
provides access to the module for configuration at
start-up.
The sensor probe lead wire between the sensor probe
and the module can be separated by cutting the twowire probe lead leaving equal lengths of wire on each
device: the sensor probe and the sensor module.
NNoottee:: This sensor and module are matched and must
remain together or inaccuracy may occur.
These wires can then be spliced with two 14 to 18 AWG
600V wires of sufficient length to reach the desired
outdoor location with a maximum length 1000 ft
(304.8 m). The module four-wire bus must be
connected to the control panel four-wire bus using the
Trane-approved connectors provided.
The sensor will be configured (given its identity and
become functional) at start-up when the Trane service
technician performs the start-up configuration. It will
NOT be operational until that time.
NNoottee:: If shielded cable is used to extend the sensor
leads, be sure to cover the shield wire with tape
at the junction box and ground it at the control
panel. If the added length is run in conduit, do
NOT run them in the same conduit with other
circuits carrying 30 or more volts.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Maintain at least 6 in. (15.24 cm) between
low-voltage (less than 30V) and high
voltage circuits. Failure to do so could
result in electrical noise that may distort the
signals carried by the low-voltage wiring,
including the IPC.
Optional Control and Output Circuits
Install various optional wiring as required by the
owner’s specifications (see Table 20, p. 64).
Optional Tracer Communication
Interface
This control option allows the control panel to
exchange information—such as chiller status and
operating set points—with a Tracer® system.
NNoottee:: The circuit must be run in separate conduit to
prevent electrical noise interference.
Additional information about the Tracer®
communication interface option is published in the
Installation and Operation manual that ships with the
Tracer® communication interface
Starter Module Configuration
The starter module configuration settings will be
checked (and configured for remote starters) during
start-up commissioning.
NNoottee:: To configure starter modules and perform other
starter checks, it is recommended that the line
voltage three-phase power be turned off and
secured (locked out), and then that a separate
source control power (115 Vac) be utilized to
power up the control circuits.
Use the as-built starter schematic to ensure correct
fuse and terminals. Verify that the correct fuse is
removed and that the control circuit connections are
correct; then apply the 115 Vac separate source power
to service the controls.
Schematic Wiring Drawings
Please refer to the submittals and drawings that
shipped with the unit. Additional wiring drawings for
CenTraVac™ chillers are available from your local
Trane office.
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Operating Principles
General Requirements
Operation and maintenance information for CVHE,
CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™ chillers are covered in
this section. This includes both 50 and 60 Hz centrifugal
chillers equipped with the Tracer® AdaptiView™
UC800 control system. This information pertains to all
chiller types unless differences exist, in which case the
sections are listed by chiller type as applicable and
described separately. By carefully reviewing this
information and following the instructions given, the
owner or operator can successfully operate and
maintain a CenTraVac™ chiller. If mechanical problems
do occur, however, contact a Trane service technician
to ensure proper diagnosis and repair of the unit.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Although CenTraVac
through surge, it is NOT recommended to
operate them through repeated surges over
long durations. If repeated surges of long
durations occur, contact your Trane Service
Agency to resolve the issue.
™
chillers can operate
Cooling Cycle
When in the cooling mode, liquid refrigerant is
distributed along the length of the evaporator and
sprayed through small holes in a distributor (i.e.,
running the entire length of the shell) to uniformly coat
each evaporator tube. Here, the liquid refrigerant
absorbs enough heat from the system water circulating
through the evaporator tubes to vaporize. The gaseous
refrigerant is then drawn through the eliminators
(which remove droplets of liquid refrigerant from the
gas) and the first-stage variable inlet guide vanes, and
into the first-stage impeller.
further cooling the liquid refrigerant. This flash gas is
then drawn directly from the first and second stages of
the economizer into the third- and second-stage
impellers of the compressor, respectively. All
remaining liquid refrigerant flows through another
orifice plate to the evaporator.
Figure 44. Pressure enthalpy curve, 3-stage
Figure 45. Refrigerant flow, 3-stage
CVHE and CVHG 3-Stage Compressor
Compressed gas from the first-stage impeller flows
through the fixed, second-stage inlet vanes and into
the second-stage impeller. Here, the refrigerant gas is
again compressed, and then discharged through the
third-stage variable guide vanes and into the thirdstage impeller. After the gas is compressed a third
time, it is discharged into the condenser. Baffles within
the condenser shell distribute the compressed
refrigerant gas evenly across the condenser tube
bundle. Cooling tower water circulated through the
condenser tubes absorbs heat from the refrigerant,
causing it to condense. The liquid refrigerant then
passes through an orifice plate and into the
economizer.
The economizer reduces the energy requirements of
the refrigerant cycle by eliminating the need to pass all
gaseous refrigerant through three stages of
compression (refer to Figure 45, p. 67). Notice that
some of the liquid refrigerant flashes to a gas because
of the pressure drop created by the orifice plates, thus
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Compressed gas from the first-stage impeller is
discharged through the second-stage variable guide
vanes and into the second-stage impeller. Here, the
refrigerant gas is again compressed, and then
discharged into the condenser. Baffles within the
condenser shell distribute the compressed refrigerant
gas evenly across the condenser tube bundle. Cooling
tower water circulated through the condenser tubes
absorbs heat from the refrigerant, causing it to
condense. The liquid refrigerant then flows out of the
bottom of the condenser, passing through an orifice
plate and into the economizer.
The economizer reduces the energy requirements of
the refrigerant cycle by eliminating the need to pass all
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gaseous refrigerant through both stages of
compression (refer to Figure 47, p. 68). Notice that
some of the liquid refrigerant flashes to a gas because
of the pressure drop created by the orifice plate, thus
further cooling the liquid refrigerant. This flash gas is
then drawn directly from the economizer into the
second-stage impellers of the compressor. All
remaining liquid refrigerant flows out of the
economizer, passing through another orifice plate and
into the evaporator.
Figure 46. Pressure enthalpy curve
Oil and Refrigerant Pump
Compressor Lubrication System
A schematic diagram of the compressor lubrication
system is illustrated in the following figure. Oil is
pumped from the oil tank (by a pump and motor
located within the tank) through an oil pressure
regulating valve designed to maintain a net oil
pressure of 18 to 22 psid (124.1 to 151.7 kPaD). It is then
filtered and sent to the oil cooler located in the
economizer and on to the compressor motor bearings.
From the bearings, the oil drains back to the manifold
and separator under the motor and then on to the oil
tank.
Figure 47. Refrigerant flow, 2-stage
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Figure 48. Oil refrigerant pump
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1. Motor coolant return to condenser, 2.125 in. (53.975 mm) OD
2. Oil tank vent to evaporator
3. Oil separator and tank vent manifold
4. Tank vent line
5. Condenser
6. High pressure condenser gas to drive oil reclaim eductors, 0.375 in. (9.525 mm) OD
7. Oil return to tank
8. Oil tank
9. Oil cooler within economizer 0.625 in. (15.875 mm) OD coiled tubing
10. Oil reclaim from evaporator (second eductor), 0.25 in. (6.35 mm) OD
11. Liquid refrigerant to pump, 1.625 in. (41.275 mm) OD
12. Economizer
13. Oil supply to bearings, 0.625 in. (15.875 mm) OD
14. Purge
15. Compressor
16. Liquid refrigerant motor coolant supply, 1.125 in. (28.575 mm) OD
17. Liquid refrigerant to economizer
18. Liquid refrigerant to evaporator
19. Evaporator
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20. Oil reclaim from suction cover (first eductor), 0.25 in. (6.35 mm) OD
To ensure proper lubrication and prevent refrigerant
from condensing in the oil tank, a 750-watt heater is in
a well in the oil tank. The heater is used to warm the oil
while the unit is off. With the default settings for R-123,
the oil heater is de-energized when the unit starts. With
the default settings for R-514A, Running Oil
Temperature Control is enabled, and the Running Oil
Temperature Setpoint is factory-programmed at 100°F
(37.8°C). With either refrigerant, the heater energizes as
needed to maintain 140°F to 145°F (60.0°C to 62.8°C)
when the chiller is not running.
With R-123 and mineral oil, when the chiller is
operating, the temperature of the oil tank is typically
100°F to 160°F (37.8°C to 71.1°C). With R-514A, solid
state oil heater control is installed and enabled. The oil
return lines from the thrust and journal bearings
transport oil and some seal leakage refrigerant. The oil
return lines are routed into a manifold and separator
under the motor. Gas flow exits the top of the manifold
and is vented to the evaporator. Oil exits the bottom of
the manifold and returns to the tank. Separation of the
seal leakage gas in the separator keeps this gas out of
the tank.
A dual eductor system is used to reclaim oil from the
suction cover and the evaporator, and deposit it back
into the oil tank. These eductors use high-pressure
condenser gas to draw the oil from the suction cover
and evaporator to the eductors and then discharge into
the oil tank. The evaporator eductor line has a shut-off
valve mounted by the evaporator.The shut-off valve
will be set during commissioning, but may be adjusted
later by a qualified technician as necessary for oil
return. A normal operating setting for the valve may
range from full closed to two turns open.
NNoottee:: Depending on operating conditions, the oil
sump’s normal operating oil level may vary from
just below the bottom sight glass to near the top
of the upper sight glass.
Liquid refrigerant is used to cool the oil supply to both
the thrust bearing and journal bearings. On refrigerant
pump units, the oil cooler is located inside the
economizer and uses refrigerant passing from the
condenser to evaporator to cool the oil. Oil leaves the
oil cooler and flows to both the thrust and journal
bearings.
Motor Cooling System
Compressor motors are cooled with liquid refrigerant
(refer to Figure 48, p. 69). The refrigerant pump is
located on the front of the oil tank (motor inside the oil
tank). The refrigerant pump inlet is connected to the
well at the bottom of the condenser. The connection is
on the side where a weir ensures a preferential supply
of liquid refrigerant. Refrigerant is delivered to the
motor via the pump. An in-line filter is installed (replace
the in-line filter only with major service). Motor
refrigerant drain lines are routed to the condenser.
Tracer AdaptiView Display
Information is tailored to operators, service
technicians, and owners.
When operating a chiller, there is specific information
you need on a day-to-day basis—setpoints, limits,
diagnostic information, and reports.
Day-to-day operational information is presented at the
display. Logically organized groups of information—
chiller modes of operation, active diagnostics, settings,
graphs, and reports put information conveniently at
your fingertips. For more information, refer to Tracer
AdaptiView Display for Water-Cooled CenTraVac
Chillers Operations Guide (CTV-SVU01*-EN).
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Start-up and Shut-down
This section provides basic information on chiller
operation for common events.
Sequence of Operation
Adaptive control algorithms are used on CenTraVac™
chillers. This section illustrates common control
sequences.
Software Operation Overview Diagram
The following figure is a diagram of the five possible
software states. This diagram can be thought of as a
state chart, with the arrows and arrow text, depicting
the transitions between states:
•The text in the circles are the internal software
designations for each state.
Figure 49. Software operation overview
•The first line of text in the circles are the visible top
level operating modes that can be displayed in
Tracer® AdaptiView™.
•The shading of each software state circle
corresponds to the shading on the time lines that
show the state that the chiller is in.
There are five generic states that the software can be
in:
•Power Up
•Stopped
•Starting
•Running
•Stopping
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Figure 50. Sequence of operation: Tracer®® AdaptiView™™ power up
In the following diagrams:
•The time line indicates the upper level operating
mode, as it would be viewed in the Tracer®
AdaptiView™.
•The shading color of the cylinder indicates the
software state.
•Text in parentheses indicates sub-mode text as
viewed in the Tracer® AdaptiView™.
•Text above the time line cylinder is used to illustrate
inputs to the UC800. This may include user input to
the Tracer® AdaptiView™ touch screen, control
inputs from sensors, or control inputs from a
generic BAS.
•Boxes indicate control actions such as turning on
relays, or moving the inlet guide vanes.
determine the starting, running, and stopping
operation of the chiller. When operation of the chiller is
required, the chiller mode is set at “Auto.” Using
customer-supplied power, the chilled water pump relay
is energized and chilled water flow must be verified
within 4 minutes and 15 seconds. The UC800 decides to
start the chiller based on the differential to start
setpoint. With the differential to start criteria met, the
UC800 then energizes condenser water pump relay
with customer-supplied power (refer to Figure 51, p.
73).
Based on the Restart Inhibit function and the
Differential to Start setpoint, the oil and refrigerant
pump is energized. The oil pressure must be at least
12 psid (82.7 kPaD) for 60 continuous seconds and
condenser water flow verified within 4 minutes and
15 seconds for the compressor start sequence to be
initiated.
The compressor motor starts in the “Wye”
configuration and then, after the compressor motor has
accelerated and the maximum phase current has
dropped below 85 percent of the chiller nameplate RLA
for 1.5 seconds, the starter transitions to the “Delta”
configuration.
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Figure 51. Sequence of operation: power up to starting
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Now that the compressor motor is running in the
“Delta” configuration, the inlet guide vanes will
modulate, opening and closing to the chiller load
variation by operation of the stepper vane motor
actuator to satisfy chilled water setpoint. The chiller
continues to run in its appropriate mode of operation:
Normal, Softload, Limit Mode, and so on (refer to
Figure 52, p. 74).
If the chilled water temperature drops below the chilled
water setpoint by an amount set as the differential to
stop setpoint, a normal chiller stop sequence is
initiated as follows:
1. The inlet guide vanes are driven closed (up to
50 seconds).
2. After the inlet guide vanes are closed, the stop relay
and the condenser water pump relays open to turn
off. The oil and refrigerant pump motor will
continue to run for 3 minutes post-lube while the
compressor coasts to a stop. The chilled water
pump will continue to run while the UC800
monitors leaving chilled water temperature,
preparing for the next compressor motor start
based on the differential to start setpoint.
Figure 53, p. 74 illustrates this sequence.
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Figure 52. Sequence of operation: running
Figure 53. Sequence of operation: satisfied setpoint
If the STOP key is pressed on the operator interface, the
chiller will follow the same stop sequence as described
earlier except the chilled water pump relay will also
open and stop the chilled water pump after the chilled
water pump delay timer has timed out after
compressor shut down (see Figure 55, p. 76).
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If the immediate stop is initiated, a panic stop occurs
which follows the same stop sequence as pressing the
STOP key once, except the inlet guide vanes are not
sequence-closed and the compressor motor is
immediately turned off.
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Figure 55. Sequence of operation: normal shut-down to stopped and run inhibit
Power Up Diagram
Figure 51, p. 73 illustrates Tracer® AdaptiView™
during a power up of the UC800. This process takes
from 30 to 50 seconds depending on the number of
installed options.
Ice Machine Control
The control panel provides a service level Enable or
Disable menu entry for the Ice Building feature when
the Ice Building option is installed. Ice Building can be
entered from Front Panel or, if hardware is specified,
the control panel will accept either an isolated contact
closure 1A19 Terminals J2-1 and J2-2 (Ground) or a
remote-communicated input (BAS) to initiate the ice
building mode where the unit runs fully loaded at all
times. Ice building will be terminated either by opening
the contact or based on entering evaporator fluid
temperature. The control panel will not permit the Ice
Building mode to be entered again until the unit is
switched to the non-ice building mode and back into
the ice building mode. It is not acceptable to reset the
chilled water setpoint low to achieve a fully loaded
compressor. When entering ice building, the
compressor will be loaded at its maximum rate and
when leaving ice building, the compressor will be
unloaded at its maximum rate. While loading and
unloading the compressor, all surge detection will be
ignored. While in the ice building mode, current limit
setpoints less than the maximum will be ignored. Ice
Building can be terminated by one of the following
means:
•Front panel disable
•Opening the external ice contacts/remotecommunicated input (BAS)
•Satisfying an evaporator entering fluid temperature
setpoint (default is 27°F [-2.8°C])
•Surging for seven minutes at full open inlet guide
vanes (IGV)
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Figure 56. Sequence of operation: ice making: running to ice making
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Figure 57. Sequence of operation: ice making: stopped to ice to ice building complete
Free Cooling Cycle
Based on the principle that refrigerant migrates to the
coldest area in the system, the free cooling option
adapts the basic chiller to function as a simple heat
exchanger. However, it does not provide control of the
leaving chilled water temperature.
If condenser water is available at a temperature lower
than the required leaving chilled water temperature,
the operator interface must remain in AUTO and the
operator starts the free cooling cycle by enabling the
Free Cooling mode in the Tracer® AdaptiView™
Feature Settings group of the operator interface, or by
means of a BAS request. The following components
must be factory- or field-installed to equip the unit for
free cooling operation:
•a refrigerant gas line, and electrically-actuated
shutoff valve, between the evaporator and
condenser,
•a valved liquid return line, and electrically-actuated
shutoff valve, between the condenser sump and the
evaporator,
•a liquid refrigerant storage vessel (larger
economizer), and
•additional refrigerant.
When the chiller is changed over to the free cooling
mode, the compressor will shut down if running and
the shutoff valves in the liquid and gas lines open; unit
control logic prevents the compressor from energizing
during free cooling. Liquid refrigerant then drains (by
gravity) from the storage tank into the evaporator and
floods the tube bundle. Since the temperature and
pressure of the refrigerant in the evaporator are higher
than in the condenser (i.e., because of the difference in
water temperature), the refrigerant in the evaporator
vaporizes and travels to the condenser, cooling tower
water causes the refrigerant to condense on the
condenser tubes, and flow (again, by gravity) back to
the evaporator.
This compulsory refrigerant cycle is sustained as long
as a temperature differential exists between condenser
and evaporator water. The actual cooling capacity
provided by the free cooling cycle is determined by the
difference between these temperatures which, in turn,
determines the rate of refrigerant flow between the
evaporator and condenser shells.
If the system load exceeds the available free cooling
capacity, the operator must manually initiate
changeover to the mechanical cooling mode by
disabling the free cooling mode of operation. The gas
and liquid line valves then close and compressor
operation begins (refer to Figure 51, p. 73, beginning at
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Auto mode). Refrigerant gas is drawn out of the
evaporator by the compressor, where it is then
compressed and discharged to the condenser. Most of
the condensed refrigerant initially follows the path of
least resistance by flowing into the storage tank. This
tank is vented to the economizer sump through a small
bleed line; when the storage tank is full, liquid
refrigerant must flow through the bleed line restriction.
Because the pressure drop through the bleed line is
greater than that of the orifice flow control device, the
liquid refrigerant flows normally from the condenser
through the orifice system and into the economizer.
Free Cooling (FRCL)
To enable Free Cooling mode:
1. Install and commission Free Cooling.
2. Enable the Free Cooling mode in the Tracer®
AdaptiView™ Settings menu.
3. Press AUTO, and if used, close the external binary
input switch (connected to 1A20 J2-1 to 2) while the
chiller is in AUTO.
NNoottee:: Free Cooling cannot be entered if the chiller is in
“STOP”.
If the chiller is in AUTO and not running, the condenser
water pump will start. After condenser water flow is
proven, Relay Module 1A11 will energize operating the
Free Cooling Valves 4B12 and 4B13. The Free Cooling
Valves End Switches must open within 3 minutes, or an
MMR diagnostic will be generated. Once the Free
Cooling Valves End Switches open, the unit is in the
Free Cooling mode. If the chiller is in AUTO and
running powered cooling, the chiller will initiate a
friendly shut down first (Run: Unload, Post Lube, and
drive vanes closed). After the vanes have been
overdriven closed and condenser water flow proven,
the Free Cooling relays will be energized. To disable
Free Cooling and return to Powered Cooling, either
disable the Free Cooling Mode in the Tracer®
AdaptiView™ Settings menu if used to enable Free
Cooling, or OPEN the external binary input switch to
the 1A20 Module if it was used to enable Free Cooling.
Once Free Cooling is disabled, the Free Cooling relays
Relay Module 1A11 will de-energize allowing the Free
Cooling valves to close. The Free Cooling valves’ end
switches must close within 3 minutes or an MMR
diagnostic is generated. After the end switches close,
the chiller will return to AUTO and powered cooling
will resume if there is a call for cooling based on the
differential to start.
NNootteess::
•The manual control of the inlet guide vanes
is disabled while in the Free Cooling mode
and the compressor is prevented from
starting by the control logic.
•The relay at 1A11-J2-4 to 6 is a FC auxiliary
relay and can be used as required.
Hot Gas Bypass (HGBP)
The hot gas bypass (HGBP) control option is designed
to minimize machine cycling by allowing the chiller to
operate stably under minimum load conditions. In
these situations, the inlet guide vanes are locked at a
preset minimum position, and unit capacity is
governed by the HGBP valve actuator. Control circuitry
is designed to allow both the inlet guide vanes and the
HGBP valve to close for unit shut-down. After a chiller
starts and is running, the inlet guide vanes will pass
through the HGBP Cut-In-Vane position as the chiller
starts to load. As the chiller catches the load and starts
to unload, the inlet guide vanes will close to the Hot
Gas Bypass Cprsr Ctrl Command position. At this point,
the movement of the inlet guide vanes is stopped and
further loading/unloading of the chiller is controlled by
the opening/closing of the HGBP Valve (4M5). When
the control algorithm determines the chiller to be shut
down, the inlet guide vanes will be driven fully closed
and the HGBP valve will be driven closed. After the
inlet guide vanes are fully closed, the chiller will shut
down in the Friendly mode. Chillers with HGBP have a
discharge temperature sensor (4R16) monitoring the
discharge gas temperature from the compressor. If this
temperature exceeds the High Cprsr Rfgt Discharge
Temp Cutout 200°F (93.3°C) default, the chiller will shut
off on a MAR diagnostic. The chiller will reset
automatically when this temperature drops 50°F (10.0°
C) below the trip-point. HGBP is enabled in the Features
Menu Settings group of the Tracer® AdaptiView™
menus by enabling the option. The setting of the HGBP
Cut-In Vane Position is set-up at unit commissioning
via the service tool.
Hot Water Control
Occasionally, CenTraVac™ chillers are selected to
provide heating as a primary mission. With hot water
temperature control, the chiller can be used as a
heating source or cooling source. This feature provides
greater application flexibility. In this case, the operator
selects a hot water temperature and the chiller capacity
is modulated to maintain the hot water setpoint.
Heating is the primary mission and cooling is a waste
product or is a secondary mission. This type of
operation requires an endless source of evaporator
load (heat), such as well or lake water. The chiller has
only one condenser.
NNoottee:: Hot Water Temperature Control mode does NOT
convert the chiller to a heat pump. Heat pump
refers to the capability to change from a coolingdriven application to a heating-driven application
by changing the refrigerant path on the chiller.
This is impractical for centrifugal chillers as it
would be much easier to switch over the water
side.
This is NOT heat recovery. Although this feature could
be used to recover heat in some form, a heat recovery
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unit has a second heat exchanger on the condenser
side.
The Tracer® AdaptiView™ provides the Hot Water
Temperature Control mode as standard. The leaving
condenser water temperature is controlled to a hot
water setpoint between 80°F and 140°F (26.7°C and
60.0°C). The leaving evaporator water temperature is
left to drift to satisfy the heating load of the condenser.
In this application, the evaporator is normally piped
into a lake, well, or other source of constant
temperature water for the purpose of extracting heat.
In Hot Water Temperature Control mode, all the limit
modes and diagnostics operate as in normal cooling
with one exception: the leaving condenser water
temperature sensor is an MMR diagnostic when in Hot
Water Temperature Control mode. (It is an
informational warning in the Normal Cooling mode.)
In the Hot Water Temperature Control mode, the
differential-to-start and differential-to-stop setpoints
are used with respect to the hot water setpoint instead
of with the chilled water setpoint. The control panel
provides a separate entry at the Tracer® AdaptiView™
to set the hot water setpoint; Tracer® AdaptiView™ is
also able to set the hot water setpoint. In the Hot Water
mode, the external chilled water setpoint is the external
hot water setpoint; that is, a single analog input is
shared at the 1A16-J2-5 to 6 (ground).
An external binary input to select external Hot Water
Control mode is on the EXOP OPTIONAL module 1A18
terminals J2-3 to J2-4 (ground). Tracer® AdaptiView™
also has a binary input to select chilled water control or
hot water temperature control. There is no additional
leaving hot water temperature cutout; the HPC and
condenser limit provide for high temperature and
pressure protection.
In Hot Water Temperature Control, the softloading
pulldown rate limit operates as a softloading pullup
rate limit. The setpoint for setting the temperature rate
limit is the same setpoint for normal cooling as it is for
hot water temperature control. The hot water
temperature control feature is not designed to run with
HGBP, AFD, free cooling, or ice making.
The factory set PID tuning values for the leaving water
temperature control are the same settings for both
normal cooling and hot water temperature control.
Heat Recovery Cycle
Heat recovery is designed to salvage the heat that is
normally rejected to the atmosphere through the
cooling tower and put it to beneficial use. For example,
a high-rise office building may require simultaneous
heating and cooling during the winter months. With the
addition of a heat recovery cycle, heat removed from
the building cooling load can be transferred to areas of
the building that require heat.
NNoottee:: The heat recovery cycle is possible only if a
cooling load exists to act as a heat source.
To provide a heat recovery cycle, a heat-recovery
condenser is added to the unit. Though physically
identical to the standard cooling condenser, the heatrecovery condenser is piped into a heat circuit rather
than to the cooling tower. During the heat recovery
cycle, the unit operates just as it does in the cooling
only mode except that the cooling load heat is rejected
to the heating water circuit rather than to the cooling
tower water circuit. When hot water is required, the
heating water circuit pumps energize. Water circulated
through the heat-recovery (or auxiliary) condenser tube
bundle by the pumps absorbs cooling load from the
compressed refrigerant gas discharged by the
compressor. The heated water is then used to satisfy
heating requirements.
Auxiliary Condensers
Unlike the heat-recovery condenser (which is designed
to satisfy comfort heating requirements), the auxiliary
condenser serves a preheat function only and is used in
those applications where hot water is needed for use in
kitchens, lavatories, etc. While the operation of the
auxiliary condenser is physically identical to that of the
heat-recovery condenser, it is comparatively smaller in
size and its heating capacity is not controlled. Trane
does not recommend operating the auxiliary
condenser alone because of its small size.
Control Panel Devices and UnitMounted Devices
Unit Control Panel
Safety and operating controls are housed in the unit
control panel, the starter panel, and the purge control
panel. The control panel operator interface and UC800
is called Tracer® AdaptiView™ and is located on an
adjustable arm connected to the base of the control
panel. For more information about operating Tracer®
AdaptiView™, refer to Tracer AdaptiView Display for
Water-Cooled CenTraVac Chillers Operations Guide
(CTV-SVU01*-EN).
The control panel houses several other controls
modules called panel-mounted Low Level Intelligent
Devices (LLIDs), power supply, terminal block, fuse,
circuit breakers, and transformer. The inter-processor
communication (IPC) bus allows the communications
between LLIDs and the UC800. Unit-mounted devices
are called frame-mounted LLIDs and can be
temperature sensors or pressure transducers. These
and other functional switches provide analog and
binary inputs to the control system.
User-Defined Language Support
Tracer® AdaptiView™ is capable of displaying English
text or any of 26 other languages. Switching languages
is simply accomplished from a Language Settings
menu. The following languages are available:
1. Verify the chilled water pump and condenser water
pump starter are in ON or AUTO.
2. Verify the cooling tower is in ON or AUTO.
3. Check the oil tank oil level; the level must be visible
in or above the lower sight glass. Also, check the oil
tank temperature; normal oil tank temperature
before start-up is 140°F to 145°F (60.0°C to 62.8°C).
NNootteess::
•The oil heater is energized during the
compressor off cycle. During unit
operation, the oil tank heater may be deenergized.
•If the chiller is equipped with the free
cooling option, ensure that the free
cooling option is disabled in the Chiller
Settings menu.
4. Check the chilled water setpoint and readjust it, if
necessary, in the Chiller Settings menu.
5. If necessary, readjust the current limit setpoint in
the Chiller Setpoints menu.
6. Press AUTO.
The control panel also checks compressor motor
winding temperature and a start is initiated after a
minimum restart inhibit time if the winding
temperature is less than 265°F (129.4°C). The chilled
water pump relay is energized and evaporator water
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flow is proven. Next, the control panel checks the
leaving evaporator water temperature and compares it
to the chilled water setpoint. If the difference between
these values is less than the start differential setpoint,
cooling is not needed.
If the control panel determines that the difference
between the evaporator leaving water temperature and
chilled water setpoint exceeds the start differential
setpoint, the unit enters the initiate Start Mode and the
oil refrigerant pump and the condenser water pump
are started. If flow is not initially established within
4 minutes 15 seconds of the condenser pump relay
energization, an automatically resetting diagnostic
“Condenser Water Flow Overdue” shall be generated,
which terminates the prestart mode and de-energizes
the condenser water pump relay. This diagnostic is
automatically reset if flow is established at any later
time.
NNoottee:: This diagnostic does NOT automatically reset if
Tracer
®
AdaptiView™is in control of the
condenser pump through its condenser pump
relay, since it is commanded off at the time of
the diagnostic. It may reset and allow normal
chiller operation if the pump was controlled from
some external source.
When less than 5 seconds remain on the restart inhibit,
the pre-start starter test is conducted on wye-delta
starters. If faults are detected, the unit’s compressor
will not start and a diagnostic will be generated. If the
compressor motor starts and accelerates successfully,
Running appears on the display. If the purge is set to
AUTO, the purge will start running and will run as long
as the chiller is running.
NNoottee:: If a manual reset diagnostic condition is detected
during start-up, unit operation will be locked out
and a manual reset is required before the startup sequence can begin again. If the fault
condition has not cleared, the control panel will
not permit restart.
When the cooling requirement is satisfied, the control
panel originates a Shutting down signal. The inlet
guide vanes are driven closed for 50 seconds, the
compressor stops, and the unit enters a 3-minute postlube period. The evaporator pump may continue to run
for the amount of time set using Tracer® AdaptiView™.
After the post-lube cycle is done, the unit returns to
auto mode.
Seasonal Unit Start-up
1. Close all drain valves, and reinstall the drain plugs
in the evaporator and condenser headers.
2. Service the auxiliary equipment according to the
start-up and maintenance instructions provided by
the respective equipment manufacturers.
3. Fill and vent the cooling tower, if used, as well as
the condenser and piping. At this point, all air must
be removed from the system (including each pass).
Then, close the vents in the condenser waterboxes.
4. Open all of the valves in the evaporator chilled
water circuit.
5. If the evaporator was previously drained, fill and
vent the evaporator and chilled water circuit. After
all air is removed from the system (including each
pass), close the vent valves in the evaporator
waterboxes.
6. Lubricate the external vane control linkage as
needed.
7. Check the adjustment and operation of each safety
and operating control.
8. Close all disconnect switches.
9. Perform instructions listed in “Daily Unit Start-
up,” p. 81.
Daily Unit Shut-down
NNoottee:: Also refer to Figure 53, p. 74.
1. Press STOP.
2. After compressor and water pumps shut down, the
operator may turn Pump Contactors to OFF or open
pump disconnects.
Seasonal Unit Shut-down
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Control power disconnect switch must
remain closed to allow oil sump heater
operation. Failure to do this will allow
refrigerant to condense in the oil pump.
1. Open all disconnect switches except the control
power disconnect switch.
2. Drain the condenser piping and cooling tower, if
used. Rinse with clean water.
3. Remove the drain and vent plugs from the
condenser headers to drain the condenser. Air-dry
bundle of residual water.
4. Once the unit is secured for the season, the
maintenance procedures described Table 22, p. 84
and Table 23, p. 85 should be performed by
qualified Trane service technicians.
NNoottee:: During extended shut-down periods, be sure to
operate the purge unit for a two-hour period
every two weeks. This will prevent the
accumulation of air and non-condensables in the
machine. To start the purge, change the purge
mode to ON in the unit control “Settings Purge”
menu. Remember to turn the purge mode to
“Adaptive” after the two-hour run time.
This section describes the basic chiller preventive
maintenance procedures, and recommends the
intervals at which these procedures should be
performed. Use of a periodic maintenance program is
important to ensure the best possible performance and
efficiency from a CenTraVac™ chiller.
For R-123 chillers, recommended purge maintenance
procedures are detailed in Operation and Maintenance
Guide: EarthWise Purge System with Tracer
AdaptiView Control for Water-Cooled CenTraVac
Chillers with R-123 Refrigerant (PRGD-SVX01*-EN). For
R-514A chillers, recommended purge maintenance
procedures are detailed in Operation and Maintenance
Guide: Purge System with Tracer AdaptiView Control
for Water-Cooled CenTraVac Chillers with R-514A
Refrigerant (PRGE-SVX001*-EN).
Record Keeping Forms
An important aspect of the chiller maintenance
program is the regular completion of records. Refer to
“Forms and Check Sheets,” p. A–1 for copies of the
recommended forms. When filled out accurately by the
machine operator, the completed logs can be reviewed
to identify any developing trends in the chiller’s
operating conditions. For example, if the machine
operator notices a gradual increase in condensing
pressure during a month’s time, she can systematically
check and then correct the possible cause of this
condition.
Oil Sump Temperature
Unit not running
Oil Sump Temperature
Unit running
Oil Sump Differential
Oil Pressure
(c)
6 to 9 psia (41.4 to 62.1 kPaA) /
-9 to -6 psig (-62.1 to -41.4 kPaG)
17 to 27 psia (117.2 to 182.2 kPaA) /
2 to 12 psig (13.8 to 82.7 kPaG)
(standard condenser)
140°F to 176°F (60.0°C to 80.0°C)
95°F to 162°F (35.0°C to 72.2°C)
18 to 22 psid (124.1 to 151.7 kPaD)
Table 21. Normal operation (continued)
(a)
Condenser pressure is dependent on condenser water temperature,
and should equal the saturation pressure of the refrigerant at a
temperature above that of leaving condenser water at full load.
(b)
Normal pressure readings for ASME condenser exceed 12 psig
(82.7 kPaG).
(c)
Oil tank pressure: -9 to -6 psig (-62.1 to -41.4 kPaG). Discharge oil
pressure: 7 to 15 psig (48.3 to 103.4 kPaG).
Check the chiller’s evaporator and
condenser pressures, oil tank
pressure, differential oil pressure,
and discharge oil pressure.
Compare the readings with the
values provided in the preceding
table.
Check the oil level in the chiller oil
sump using the two sight glasses
provided in the oil sump head.
When the unit is operating, the oil
level should be visible in the lower
sight glass.
Complete logs on a daily basis.
Clean all water strainers in the
water piping system.
Lubricate the vane control linkage
bearings, ball joints, and pivot
points.
Lubricate vane operator tang Orings.
Operate the tang operators
manually and check for any
abnormalities.
Lubricate the oil filter shutoff valve
O-rings.
Drain contents of the rupture disk
and purge discharge vent-line
drip-leg into an evacuated waste
container. Do this more often if the
purge is operated excessively.
Apply oil to any exposed metal
parts to prevent rust.
Shut down the chiller once each year to check the
items listed on the “CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG
CenTraVac™ Chiller Annual Inspection List,” p. D–
1 (refer to “Forms and Check Sheets,” p. A–1).
For R-123 chillers, perform the annual
maintenance procedures referred to in Operation
and Maintenance Guide: EarthWise Purge System
with Tracer AdaptiView Control for Water-Cooled
CenTraVac Chillers with R-123 Refrigerant
(PRGD-SVX01*-EN). For R-514A chillers, perform
the annual maintenance procedures referred to in
Operation and Maintenance Guide: Purge System
with Tracer AdaptiView Control for Water-Cooled
CenTraVac Chillers with R-514A Refrigerant
(PRGE-SVX001*-EN).
Use an ice water bath to verify the accuracy of the
evaporator refrigerant temperature sensor
(4R10). If the sensor is exposed to temperature
extremes outside its normal operating range (0°F
to 90°F [-17.8°C to 32.2°C]), check its accuracy
at six-month intervals.
Inspect the condenser tubes for fouling; clean if
necessary.
Inspect and clean the ifm efector® flow detection
sensors. Use Scotch-Brite® or other non-abrasive
material to clean scale; do NOT use steel wool,
which could cause the probe to rust.
(a),(b)
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Table 22. Recommended maintenance (continued)
DailyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 monthsAnnually
Submit a sample of the compressor oil to a Tranequalified laboratory for comprehensive analysis.
Measure the compressor motor winding
resistance to ground; a qualified service
technician should conduct this check to ensure
that the findings are properly interpreted. Contact
a qualified service organization to leak-test the
chiller; this procedure is especially important if
(a)
Every three years, use a non-destructive tube test to inspect the condenser and evaporator tubes. It may be desirable to perform tube tests on these
components at more frequent intervals depending upon chiller application. This is especially true of critical process equipment.
(b)
Contact a qualified service organization to determine when to conduct a complete examination of the unit to discern the condition of the compressor and
internal components. Check the following: chronic air leaks (which can cause acidic conditions in the compressor oil and result in premature bearing wear)
and evaporator or condenser water tube leaks (water mixed with the compressor oil can result in bearing pitting, corrosion, or excessive wear).
the system requires frequent purging.
Table 23. Recommended maintenance of optional features
Feature
Waterbox Coatings
Waterbox Anodes
Gantries
Hinges
Every 3 monthsEvery 6 monthsAnnually
Inspect waterbox coatings within the
first 1–3 months to determine a
required maintenance schedule for your
job site. Refer to “Waterbox and
Tubesheet Protective Coatings,” p. 88
for more information.
Inspect waterbox anodes within the first
1–3 months to determine a required
maintenance schedule for your job site.
Refer to “Sacrificial Anodes,” p. 88 for
more information.
Lubricate the gantries annually. Use ConocoPhillips
MegaPlex® XD3 (gray in color), LPS® MultiPlex MultiPurpose (blue in color), or equivalent.
Lubricate the hinges annually. Use ConocoPhillips
MegaPlex® XD3 (gray in color), LPS® MultiPlex MultiPurpose (blue in color), or equivalent.
This manual applies to CenTraVac™ chillers with two
different refrigerant and oil systems:
•R-123 and OIL00022
•R-514A and OIL00334/OIL00335
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Verify proper refrigerant and oil for your
chiller before proceeding!
After the first six months of accumulated operation or
after 1000 hours operation—whichever comes first—it
is recommended to change the oil and filter. After this
oil change, it is recommended to subscribe to the Trane
annual oil analysis program rather than automatically
change the oil as part of scheduled maintenance.
Change the oil only if indicated by the oil analysis.
Using an oil analysis program will reduce the chiller’s
overall lifetime waste oil generation and minimize
refrigerant emissions. The analysis determines system
moisture content, acid level, and wear metal content of
the oil, and can be used as a diagnostic tool. The oil
analysis should be performed by a qualified laboratory
that is experienced in refrigerant and oil chemistry and
in the servicing of Trane® centrifugal chillers.
In conjunction with other diagnostics performed by a
qualified service technician, oil analyses can provide
valuable information on the performance of the chiller
to help minimize operating and maintenance costs and
maximize its operating life. A valve is installed next to
the oil filter for the purpose of obtaining oil samples.
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NNootteess::
•Use only Trane oil and verify proper
refrigerant and oil for your chiller before
proceeding! A full oil change is 9 gallons
(34.1 L) of oil.
•One spare oil filter is provided with each
new chiller. If not used earlier, use at first
recommended oil and filter change.
•This recommended oil change is NOT
covered by factory warranty.
Purge System
The use of low-pressure refrigerant in CenTraVac™
chillers permits any section of the unit to be below
atmospheric pressure, regardless of whether the unit is
running. This creates an environment in which air or
moisture could enter the unit. If these noncondensables are allowed to accumulate while the
chiller is running, they become trapped in the
condenser; this situation increases condensing
pressure and compressor power requirements, and
reduces the chiller’s efficiency and cooling capacity.
Therefore, proper maintenance of the purge system is
required.
The purge is designed to remove non-condensable
gases and water from the refrigeration system. For R123 chillers, purge operation, maintenance, and
troubleshooting procedures are detailed in Operation
and Maintenance Guide: EarthWise Purge System with
Tracer AdaptiView Control for Water-Cooled
CenTraVac Chillers with R-123 Refrigerant (PRGD-
SVX01*-EN). For R-514A chillers, purge operation,
maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures are
detailed in Operation and Maintenance Guide: Purge
System with Tracer AdaptiView Control for WaterCooled CenTraVac Chillers with R-514A Refrigerant
(PRGE-SVX001*-EN).
Leak Checking Based on Purge Pump Out
Time
Use the following formula to calculate the annual
refrigerant leakage rate based on the daily purge
pump-out time and the unit refrigerant charge.
The following figure has been developed to aid in
determining when to do a leak check of a chiller based
on the purge pump-out time and unit size. This figure
depicts normal purge pump-out times, small leaks, and
large leaks based on chiller tonnage.
If the purge pump-out time is in the small leak region,
then a leak check should be performed and all leaks
repaired at the earliest convenience. If the purge pumpout time is in the large leak region, a thorough leak
check of the unit should be performed immediately to
find and fix the leaks.
Figure 58. Purge operation under typical and leak
conditions
Long Term Unit Storage
If the chiller will be stored for more than six months
after production, contact your local Trane Service
Agency for required extended storage actions to
minimize impact to the chiller and preserve the
warranty. In addition, contact your local Trane Service
Agency for recommendations for storage requirements
for chillers to be removed from service in excess of a
normal seasonal shut-down.
This manual applies to CenTraVac™ chillers with two
different refrigerant and oil systems:
•R-123 and OIL00022
•R-514A and OIL00334/OIL00335
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Verify proper refrigerant and oil for your
chiller before proceeding!
For R-123 chillers, refer to Installation, Operation, and
Maintenance: R-123 Low-Pressure Refrigerant Handling
Guidelines Conservation and Safe Handling of R-123
Refrigerant in Trane Chillers for Service Technicians
(CTV-SVX05*-EN). For R-514A chillers, refer to
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance: R-514A LowPressure Refrigerant Handling Guidelines Conservation
and Safe Handling of R-514A Refrigerant in Trane
Chillers for Service Technicians (CTV-SVX008*-EN).
Condenser tube fouling is indicated when the approach
temperature (the difference between the condensing
refrigerant temperature and the leaving condenser
water temperature) is higher than predicted.
If the annual condenser tube inspection indicates that
the tubes are fouled, two cleaning methods—
mechanical and chemical—can be used to rid the tubes
of contaminants. Use the mechanical cleaning method
to remove sludge and loose material from smooth-bore
tubes.
To clean other types of tubes including internallyenhanced types, consult a qualified service
organization for recommendations.
1. Follow all instructions in “Waterbox Removal and
Installation,” p. 89 to remove waterbox covers.
2. Work a round nylon or brass bristled brush
(attached to a rod) in and out of each of the
condenser water tubes to loosen the sludge.
3. Thoroughly flush the condenser water tubes with
clean water.
4. Scale deposits are best removed by chemical
means. Be sure to consult any qualified chemical
house in the area (one familiar with the local water
supply’s chemical mineral content) for a
recommended cleaning solution suitable for the
job.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: All of the materials used in the external
circulation system, the quantity of the
solution, the duration of the cleaning
period, and any required safety precautions
should be approved by the company
furnishing the materials or performing the
cleaning. Remember, however, that
whenever the chemical tube cleaning
method is used, it must be followed up
with mechanical tube cleaning, flushing,
and inspection.
Evaporator
Since the evaporator is typically part of a closed circuit,
it may not accumulate appreciable amounts of scale or
sludge. Normally, cleaning every three years is
sufficient. However, periodic inspection and cleaning is
recommended on open evaporator systems, such as air
washers.
Waterbox and Tubesheet Protective
Coatings
Trane recommends that coated waterboxes/tubesheets
—regardless of the type of protective coating included
—be taken out of service within the first one to three
months of operation for inspection. Any voids or
defects identified upon inspection must be repaired. If
the water quality is known to be highly supportive of
corrosion (i.e., sea water, etc.), inspect the coating
system at one month; if the water quality is known to
be relatively benign (i.e., normal treated and clean
condenser water), inspect the coating system within
three months. Only when initial inspections show no
problems are present should subsequent maintenance
intervals be increased.
Sacrificial Anodes
The replacement schedule for the optional zinc or
magnesium anodes can vary greatly with the
aggressiveness of the water that is in the system. Some
sites could require anode replacement every two to
three months while other sites may require anode
replacement every two to three years. Trane
recommends inspection of anodes for wear sometime
within the first several months of the anodes being
placed into service. If the observed loss of anode
material is small, then the interval between subsequent
inspections can be lengthened. Replace the anode and/
or shorten the inspection interval if the anode has lost
50 percent or more of its original mass. If anode
depletion occurs very quickly, consult a water
treatment specialist to determine if the anode material
selected is correct for the application.
As needed after draining the waterbox, use a 2-1/2 in.
(63.5 mm) wrench to remove/install Trane-supplied
waterbox anodes.
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IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Only qualified technicians should perform
the installation and servicing of this
equipment.
Discussion
This section will discuss recommended hoist ring/
clevises and lifting. Proper lifting technique will vary
based on mechanical room layout.
•It is the responsibility of the person(s) performing
the work to be properly trained in the safe practice
of rigging, lifting, securing, and fastening of the
waterbox.
•It is the responsibility of the person(s) providing
and using the rigging and lifting devices to inspect
these devices to ensure they are free from defect
and are rated to meet or exceed the published
weight of the waterbox.
•Always use rigging and lifting devices in
accordance with the applicable instructions for such
device.
1. Determine the type and size of chiller being
serviced. Refer to Trane® nameplate located on
chiller control panel.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: This section contains rigging and lifting
information only for Trane CenTraVac
chillers built in La Crosse. For Trane
CenTraVac
United States, refer to literature
provided by the applicable
manufacturing location.
2. Select the proper lift connection device from Table
26, p. 91. The rated lifting capacity of the selected
lift connection device must meet or exceed the
published weight of the waterbox. Verify the
waterbox weight from the latest published
literature.
3. Ensure that the lift connection device has the
correct connection for the waterbox (e.g., thread
type [course/fine, English/metric] and bolt diameter
[English/metric]).
4. Properly connect the lift connection device to the
waterbox. Refer to the following figure and ensure
that the lift connection device is securely fastened.
Install hoist ring on to the lifting connection on the
waterbox. Torque to 100 ft·lb (135.6 N·m) for 3/4-in.
(19.05-mm) threaded connections and 28 ft·lb
(38.0 N·m) for 1/2-in. (12.7-mm) threaded
connections.
Figure 60. Waterbox rigging and lifting—condenser
and evaporator connections
Reassembly
Once service is complete, the waterbox should be
reinstalled on the shell following all previous
procedures in reverse. Use new O-rings or gaskets on
all joints after thoroughly cleaning each joint.
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Torque waterbox bolts (refer to Table 24, p.
NNoottee:: Refer to product block identifier on the model number plate which identifies the evaporator and condenser shell sizes and the rated pressure. The
designators are as follows:
Weights shown are maximum for waterbox size. Verify the waterbox from the latest published literature.
(2068.4 kPaG)
Condenser, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Condenser, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
Evaporator, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Evaporator, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
Condenser, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Condenser, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
Evaporator, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Evaporator, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
Condenser, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Condenser, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
Evaporator, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Evaporator, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
Condenser, 150 psig
(1034.2 kPaG)
Condenser, 300 psig
(2068.4 kPaG)
353160
265120
551250
662300
882400
551250
882400
882400
1323600
1543700
1985900
1544700
2205 1000
2205 1000
2867 1300
1985900
3087 1400
2867 1300
3528 1600
Plate
kg
Lifting
Connection
3/4 - 10
1/2 - 13
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
Non-Marine Cast
Waterbox
Weight
lb
————265120
265 120
————441200
662 300
————551250
551 250
————882400
————662300
————882400
——441 200
————1764 800
————1323 600
————1764 800
——662 300
————2426 1100
————1544 700
————2205 1000
——662 300
————3087 1400
Connection
kg
Lifting Fixture
Lifting
1/2 - 13
3/4 - 10
Fabricated Non-
Marine Waterbox
Marine Style Waterbox
Welded Dome
Weight
kg
lb
——265 120
——441 200
——441 200
Lifting
Connection
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
Weight
lb
1323 600
1764 800
2205 1000
Cover
kg
Lifting
Connection
1/2 - 13
1/2 - 13
1/2 - 13
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
1/2 - 13
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
3/4 - 10
Connection Devices Information
Table 26. Connection devices
UnitProduct
CTV
CTV
CTV
Safety Hoist
Ring 3/4-10
Safety Hoist
Ring 1/2-13
Evap Lifting
Fixture
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Part
Number
RNG01884
RNG01885
BAR00400
Order Information
Contact Trane Parts
Department
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Department
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Department
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Appendix A.Forms and Check Sheets
The following forms and check sheets are included for
use with Trane start-up of CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG
CenTraVac™ chillers. Forms and check sheets are used,
as appropriate, for installation completion verification
before Trane start-up is scheduled, and for reference
during the Trane start-up.
Where the form or check sheet also exists outside of
this publication as standalone literature, the literature
order number is also listed.
•“CenTraVac™ Chiller Installation Completion and
Request for Trane Service,” p. B–1 (CTV-ADF001*-
EN)
•“CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™ Chiller Start-
up Tasks to be Performed by Trane,” p. C–1
•“CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™ Chiller
Annual Inspection List,” p. D–1
•“CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™ Chiller
Operator Log,” p. E–1
Unit Start-up/
Commissioning
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Start-up must be performed by Trane or an
agent of Trane specifically authorized to
perform start-up and warranty of Trane
products. Contractor shall provide Trane
(or an agent of Trane specifically
authorized to perform start-up) with notice
of the scheduled start-up at least two weeks
prior to the scheduled start-up.
®
CVHE-SVX02M-EN
A–1
Appendix B.CenTraVac™™ Chiller Installation
Completion and Request for Trane Service
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: A copy of this completed form must be
submitted to the Trane Service Agency that
will be responsible for the start-up of the
chiller. Start-up will NOT proceed unless
applicable items listed in this form have
been satisfactorily completed.
TO:
TRANE SERVICE OFFICE:
S.O. NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBERS:
JOB/PROJECT NAME:
ADDRESS:
The following items
are being installed
and will be completed by:
IImmppoorrttaanntt:: Start-up must be performed by Trane or an
agent of Trane specifically authorized to
perform start-up and warranty of Trane
products. Contractor shall provide Trane
(or an agent of Trane specifically
authorized to perform start-up) with notice
of the scheduled start-up at least two weeks
prior to the scheduled start-up. EEqquuiippmmeenntt
nnoott ssttaarrtteedd bbyy TTrraannee iiss nnoott wwaarrrraanntteedd bbyy
TTrraannee..
NNootteess:: Improper installation of CenTraVac
including optional components, can result in
start-up delay and required rework. Follow all
provided instructions and in use particular care
with optional devices:
•Follow installation procedures for
RuptureGuard
for CDHF, CDHG, CVHE, CVHF, CVHG, CVHL,
and CVHS models, refer to CDHH-SVX001*EN for CDHH models, and refer to CVHHSVX001*-EN for CVHH CenTraVac
models.
•Do NOT over-insert or over-torque the probe
of the ifm efector
and sensor; refer to PART-SVN223*-EN or
the CenTraVac
Operation, and Maintenance manual.
•Do NOT block serviceable parts when
installing isolation springs.
Expenses that result in improper installation of
CenTraVac
components, will NOT be paid by Trane.
Check box if the task is complete or if the answer is
“yes”.
1. CCeennTTrraaVVaacc™™ CChhiilllleerr
™
; refer to CTV-SVX06*-EN
™
flow detection controller
™
chiller Installation,
™
chillers, including optional
™
chillers,
™
chiller
®
In place and piped.
NNoottee:: Do not insulate the CenTraVac
adjacent piping prior to the chiller
commissioning by Trane service personnel.
The contractor is responsible for any foreign
material left in the unit.
2. PPiippiinngg
Chilled water piping connected to:
CenTraVac™ chiller
Air handling units
Pumps
Optional ifm efector® flow detection controller
and sensor properly installed
Condenser and heat recovery condenser (as
applicable) piping connected to:
CenTraVac™ chiller
Pumps
Cooling tower
Heating loop (as applicable)
Additional piping:
Make-up water connected to cooling tower
Water supply connected to filling system
Systems filled
Pumps run, air bled from system
Strainers cleaned
Rupture disk or RuptureGuard™ ventilation
piping properly installed
compressor motor connections until
requested to do so by the Trane service
representative!
Chilled water pump (connected and tested)
Condenser water pump (connected and tested)
Optional ifm efector® flow detection controller
and sensor cable properly installed and secured
for non-stress at probe connector
Cooling tower fan rotation checked
Heat recovery condenser water pump (as
applicable)
115 Vac power available for service tools
All controls installed and connected
All magnetic starters installed and connected
6. TTeessttiinngg
Dry nitrogen available for pressure testing (for
disassembled units)
Material and equipment available for leak
testing, if necessary
7. RReeffrriiggeerraanntt
For CDHH and CVHH chillers: Verify supplied
refrigerant is “Solstice ZD” Refrigeration Grade
by checking certificates provided with tanks.
Refrigerant on job site and in close proximity to
chiller.
Total amount in cylinders/drums:
___________ (specify lb or kg) and fill in
specifics below:
Number of cylinders/drums _____ of size
_____ (specify lb or kg)
Number of cylinders/drums _____ of size
_____ (specify lb or kg)
NNoottee:: After commissioning is complete, it is the
installer’s responsibility to transport
empty refrigerant containers to an easily
accessible point of loading to facilitate
container return or recycling.
8. SSyysstteemm
Systems can be operated under load conditions
9. AAvvaaiillaabbiilliittyy
Electrical, control man, and contractor’s
representative are available to evacuate, charge,
and test the CenTraVac™ chiller under
serviceman’s supervision
10. EEqquuiippmmeenntt rroooomm
Does the equipment room have a refrigerant
monitor/sensor capable of monitoring and
alarming within the allowable exposure level of
the refrigerant?
Does the installation have properly placed and
operating audible and visual refrigerant alarms?
Does the equipment room have proper
mechanical ventilation?
If it is required by local code, is a self-contained
breathing apparatus available?
11. OOwwnneerr aawwaarreenneessss
Has the owner been fully instructed on the
proper use and handling of refrigerant?
Does the owner have a copy of the MSDS for
refrigerant?
NNoottee:: Additional time required to properly complete
the start-up and commissioning, due to any
incompleteness of the installation, will be
invoiced at prevailing rates.
This is to certify that the Trane equipment has been
properly and completely installed, and that the
applicable items listed above have been satisfactorily
completed.
Checklist Completed by
(Print Name):
SIGNATURE:
DATE:
In accordance with your quotation and our purchase
order number ______________, we therefore require the
presence of Trane service on this site, for the purpose
of start-up and commissioning, by ______________
(date).
NNoottee:: Minimum of two week advance notification is
required to allow for scheduling of the chiller
start-up.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS/INSTRUCTIONS
B–2
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Appendix C.CVHE, CVHF, and CVHG CenTraVac™™
Chiller Start-up Tasks to be Performed by Trane
Verify unit isolator pads/springs have been
installed.
Verify low voltage circuits are isolated from
high voltage circuits.
Check equipment room for ventilation,
refrigerant monitor, rupture disk piping, and
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
NNoottee:: All conditions which do not conform to the
established requirements for unit installation
MUST be corrected prior to start-up. Any nonconforming condition which is not corrected
prior to start-up must be noted in the Non-Compliance Form (PROD-ADF001*-EN) by the
start-up technician; this information must also be
signed by responsible site personnel before
start-up and the completed Non-ComplianceForm will become part of the start-up record,
submitted with a Start-up Check Sheet and a
Chiller Service Report.
2. PPrree--SSttaarrtt OOppeerraattiioonnss
Verify nitrogen holding charge.
Calibrate the high pressure cutout control
(HPC).
Meg compressor motor.
Confirm proper oil pump operation.
Evacuate unit.
Check condenser installation.
Check evaporator installation.
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