Since The Trane Company has a policy of continuous product improvement, it reserves the right to change
specifications and design without notice. The installation and servicing of the equipment referred in this booklet
should be done by qualified, experienced technicians.
World environmental scientists have
concluded, based on the best currently
available evidence, that ozone in our
upper atmosphere is being reduced
due to release of CFC fully halogenated
compounds.
Prior to installation, operation, service
or maintenance on this equipment,
refer to “Refrigerant Emission Control”
in the Periodic Maintenance Section.
9 General Information
9 Literature Change History
9 Unit Identification
9 Unit Inspection
9 Inspection Checklist
9 Loose Parts Inventory
10Unit Description
10Commonly Used Acronyms
20Warnings and Cautions
20Installation Responsibilities
21Nameplates
21— Outdoor Unit Nameplate
21— Compressor Nameplate
21— Remote Evaporator Nameplate
23Storage
25 Installation - Mechanical, Packaged
Unit with Remote Evaporator
25General
25Pre-installation
25Location Requirements
25— Noise Considerations
25— Foundation
25— Clearances
31— Additional Location
Requirements for Remote
Evaporator Only
31— Drainage
32Rigging
32Lifting Procedures
36Unit Isolation and Leveling
36Evaporator Water Piping
41— Evaporator Piping
42— Evaporator Piping Components
42— Entering Chilled Water Piping
42— Leaving Chilled Water Piping
42— Evaporator Drain
42— Evaporator Flow Switch
44— Water Treatment
44— Water Pressure Gauges
44— Water Pressure Relief Valves
44— Freeze Protection
45— Domestic Water Heater Piping
45— Domestic Water Heater Piping
Components
45— Entering Water Piping
45— Leaving Water Piping
45— Water Pressure Relief Valves
45— Freeze Protection
47General
51Line Sizing
51— Equivalent Line Length
51— Liquid Line Sizing
53—Suction Line Sizing
54Piping Installation Procedures
54Refrigerant Sensors
56Leak Test and Evacuation
56Refrigerant and Additional Oil
Charge
56— Refrigerant Charge
Determination
56— Oil Charge Determination
57Installation - Electrical
57General Recommendations
68Installer-Supplied Components
68— Remote Evaporator Only
68Power Supply Wiring
68— General
68— Control Power Supply
68— Heat Tape Power Supply
(Packaged Units Only)
68— Water Pump Power Supply
68— Auxiliary Heat Tape Power
Supply
69Interconnecting Wiring
69— Chilled Water Pump Interlock
and External Auto/Stop
69— Chilled Water Pump Interlock
69— External Auto/Stop Wiring
70— Alarm/Running/Maximum
Switches
108 IPC Address
108 — 2-10 VDC/4-20 mA Input for
(CWS) and (CLS)
109 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
109 —Mechanical Control Settings
121 Pre-Start Check-out
121 General
122 Unit Voltage Power Supply
122 Unit Voltage Imbalance
123 Unit Voltage Phasing
124 Water System Flow Rates
124 Water System Pressure Drop
124 UCM Set-up
125 Start-up Procedures
125 General
125 System Superheat
125 System Subcooling
129 Unit Shutdown Procedures
129 Temporary Shutdown and Restart
129 Extended Shutdown Procedure
130 System Restart After Extended
Shutdown
131 Periodic Maintenance
131 General
133 Refrigerant Emission Control
133 Weekly Maintenance
134 Monthly Maintenance
134 Annual Maintenance
135 Maintenance
135 General
135 Coil Cleaning
135 Chemically Cleaning the
Evaporator
135 Domestic Water Heater –
Tube Cleaning
136 Water Treatment
136 Oil Separator Level Check
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List of
Illustrations
11 Figure 1
Typical RT AA Packaged Unit 130 to 200 Tons (Front/side
Exterior View)
12 Figure 2
Typical RT AA Packaged Unit 130 to 200 Tons (Rear/side Exterior
View)
13 Figure 3
Typical RT AA Packaged Unit 240 to 400 Tons (Front/side
Exterior View)
14 Figure 4
Typical RTAA Unit (Rear Exterior
View)
15 Figure 5
Typical RT AA Unit with Remote
Evaporator Option (Rear Exterior
View)
18 Figure 6
Remote Evaporator
21 Figure 7
Nameplates
22 Figure 8
Model Number Coding System
26 Figure 9
Dimensions and Clearances for
RTAA Packaged Unit
- 130 to 200 T ons
27 Figure 10
Dimensions and Clearances for
RTAA Packaged Unit
- 240 to 300 T ons
28 Figure 11
Dimensions and Clearances for
RTAA Packaged Unit
- 340 to 400 T ons
29 Figure 12
Dimensions and Clearances for
RTAA Outdoor Unit with Remote
Evaporator Option
30 Figure 13
Dimensions and Weights for
Remote Evaporator
33 Figure 14
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RTAA Packaged Unit
- 130 to 200 Tons Including
Domestic Water Heater
34 Figure 15
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RTAA Packaged Unit
- 240 to 300 T ons
34 Figure 16
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RTAA Packaged Unit
- 340 to 400 T ons
35 Figure 17
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RTAA Outdoor Unit with Remote
Evaporator Option
37 Figure 18
Spring Isolator Placement for
Typical RTAA Packaged Unit
- 130 to 200 Tons
38 Figure 19
Spring Isolator Placement for
Typical RTAA Packaged Unit
-240 to 400 Tons
39 Figure 20
Spring Isolator Placement for
Typical RTAA Outdoor Unit with
Remote Evaporator Option
40 Figure 21
Spring Isolator Placement for
Typical RTAA Unit with Heat
Recovery Domestic Water Heater
41 Figure 22
Suggested Piping for Typical RTAA
Evaporator
43 Figure 23
RTAA 130 thru 400 Evaporator
Water Pressure Drop
46 Figure 24
Typical Domestic Water Heater
Piping
46 Figure 25
RTAA 130 thru 400 Domestic
Water Heater Water Pressure Drop
Input Values vs Extended Chilled
Water Setpoint Inputs (Ohms)
73 Table 14
Input Values vs External Current
Unit Setpoint
102 Table 15
Leaving Fluid Temperature
Setpoints
104 Table 16
Compressor Overload DIP Switch
Settings
105 Table 17
Compressor(s) Current Limit
Setpoint vs. Chiller Current Limit
Setpoint (CLS)
110 Table 18
Diagnostic and Troubleshooting
Chart
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General
Information
Literature Change History
RTAA-IOM-3 (October 1991)
Original manual. Covers installation,
operation, and maintenance of “CO”
design sequence RTAA-130 thru
RTAA-400 units.
Unit Identification
When the unit arrives, compare all
nameplate data with ordering and
shipping information.
Unit Inspection
When the unit is delivered, verify that it
is the correct unit and that it is property
equipped. Compare the information
which appears on the unit nameplate
with the ordering and submittal
information. Refer to “Nameplates”.
Note: If the Remote Evaporator Option
is ordered, the remote evaporator will
be shipped in a separate crate. The
serial number on the evaporator
nameplate must match the serial
number on the outdoor unit
nameplate.
Caution: If the serial numbers on
the remote evaporator and the
outdoor unit do not match, do not
proceed with the installation.
Notify the appropriate Trane Sales
Office.
Inspect all exterior components for
visible damage. Report any apparent
damage or material shortage to the
carrier and make a “unit damage”
notation on the carrier’s delivery
receipt. Specify the extent and type of
damage found and notify the
appropriate Trane Sales Office.
Do not proceed with installation of a
damaged unit without sales off ice
approval.
Inspection Checklist
To protect against loss due to damage
incurred in transit, complete the
following checklist upon receipt of the
unit.
[ ] Inspect the individual pieces of the
shipment before accepting the unit.
Check for obvious damage to the
unit or packing material.
[ ] Inspect the unit for concealed
damage as soon as possible after
delivery and before it is stored.
Concealed damage must be
reported within 15 days.
[ ] If concealed damage is discovered,
stop unpacking the shipment. Do
not remove damaged material from
the receiving location. Take photos
of the damage, if possible. The
owner must provide reasonable
evidence that the damage did not
occur after delivery.
[ ] Notify the carrier’s terminal of the
damage immediately, by phone and
by mail. Request an immediate,
joint inspection of the damage with
the carrier and the consignee.
[ ] Notify the Trane sales representative
and arrange for repair . Do not repair
the unit, however , until damage is
inspected by the carrier’s
representative.
Loose Parts Inventory
Check all the accessories and loose
parts which are shipped with the unit
against shipping list. Included in these
items will be water vessel drain plugs,
rigging and electrical diagrams, and
service literature, which are placed
inside the control panel and/or starter
panel for shipment.
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Unit Description
The 130 thru 400-ton Model RTAA units
are helical-rotary type, air-cooled liquid
chillers designed for installation
outdoors Depending upon rated
capacity, the unit will have two, three or
four compressors. The compressor
circuits are completely assembled,
hermetic packages that are factorypiped, wired, leak-tested, dehydrated,
and tested for proper control operation
before shipment.
Note: Packaged units are factory
charged with refrigerant and oil.
Remote evaporator units are shipped
with a holding charge of nitrogen and a
partial charge of oil.
Figures 1 thru 4 show typical RTAA
packaged units and their components.
Figures 5 and 6 show a typical RTAA
Remote Evaporator outdoor unit and
evaporator . Tables 1 and 2 contain
general RTAA mechanical
specifications. Chilled water inlet and
outlet openings are covered for
shipment. Each compressor has a
separate compressor motor starter.
The RTAA series features Trane’s
exclusive Adaptive Control
which monitors the control variables
that govern the operation of the chiller
unit. Adaptive Control logic can correct
these variables, when necessary, to
optimize operational efficiencies, avoid
chiller shutdown, and keep producing
chilled water. An optional remote
display is available to monitor unit
operation from a remote location.
These units feature two independent
refrigerant circuits. Compressor
unloaders are solenoid actuated and oil
pressure operated. Each refrigerant
circuit is provided with filter drier, sight
glass, electronic expansion valve, and
charging valves.
The shell-and-tube type evaporator is
manufactured in accordance with
ASME standards. Each evaporator is
fully insulated and is equipped with
water drain and vent connections.
Packaged units have heat tape
protection to -200 F. Remote
evaporators do not have heat tape.
™
logic,
Commonly Used
Acronyms
Acronyms used in this manual are
defined below.
OAT = Outdoor Air Temperature
BAS = Building Automation System
BCL =Bidirectional Communications
CAR = Circuit Shutdown, Auto Reset
CLS =Current Limit Setpoint
CMR = Circuit Shutdown, Manual
CWR = Chilled Water Reset
CWS = Chilled Water Setpoint
DDT = Design Delta-Temperature
ENT =Entering Chilled Water
EXV = Electronic Expansion Valve
FLA =Full Load Amps
HGBP = Hot Gas Bypass
HVAC = Heating, Ventilating and Air
IFW =Informational - Warning I/O
IPC =Inter-Processor
LRA =Locked Rotor Amps Leaving
MAR = Machine Shutdown, Auto
MMR = Machine Shutdown, Manual
NEC = National Electric Code
PCWS =Front Panel Chilled Water
PFCC = Power Factor Correction
PSID = Pounds-per-Square-inch
Oty of Coils444444
Coil Length (In)214/214214/214240/214240/214240/240 240/240
Coil Height (In)424242424242
Number of Rows333333
Condenser Fans
Quantity5/55/56/57/57/67/7
Diameter (In)303030303030
T otal Airflow (CFM)105,860105,860114,610120,160128,910 134,460
Nominal RPM114011401140114011401140
Tip Speed (Ft/Min)895489548954895489548954
Motor HP (Ea)1.51.51.51.51.51.5
Refrigerant Circuits222222
% Min. Load (3)101010101010
Refrig Charge(1)(Lb)276/180318/180360/180276/360318/360 360/360
(Kg)125/82144/82163/82125/163144/163 163/163
Oil Charge)(Gal)15/816/817/815/1716/1717117
(1.4,5)(L)57/3161/3165/3157/6561/6565/65
Notes:
(1) Data containing information on two circuits shown as follows: ckt1/ckt2
(2) Minimum start-up/operating ambient based on a 5 mph wind across the condenser.
(3) Percent minimum load is for total machine, not each individual circuit.
(4) Trane Part# OIL-15
(5) Add 6 gal./circuit for domestic water heater.
Size
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Figure 6
Remote Evaporator
Refrigerant
Liquid Line
Circuit #1
Refrigerant
Suction Line
Circuit #1
Terminal Box
Refrigerant
Suction Line
Circuit #2
Filter/Dryer
Entering Chilled
Water Temp. Sensors
Sight
Glass
Electronic
Expansion
Valve
Leaving Chilled Water
Temperature Sensor
Evaporator
Refrigerant
Temperature
Sensors
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Table 2
RTAA Refrigerant Circuit Designations and Capacities
RTAA ModelCircuit/TonsCompressor/Tons
130170A70
270B70
140170A70
270B70
155185A85
270B70
1701100A100
270B70
1851100A100
285B85
2001100A101
2100B100
RTAA ModelCircuit/TonsCompressor/Tons
2401140A70
B70
2100C100
2701170A100
B70
2100C100
3001200A100
B100
2100C100
3401140A70
B70
2200C100
D100
3701170A100
B70
2200C100
D100
4001200A100
B100
2200C100
D100
Package Unit 130-200
COND 1
COND 2
EVAP 1
EVAP 2
A
B
Remote Evaporator Unit 130-200
COND 1A
COND 2B
Electronic
Expansion
Valves
240-300
COND 2
EVAP 2
EVAP 1
COND 1
CA
340-400
COND 2
EVAP 2
EVAP 1
COND 1
CA
DB
EVAP 1
EVAP 2
B
P
N
L
P
N
L
P
N
L
P
N
L
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Warnings and Cautions
Warnings and Cautions appear in
boldface type at appropriate points in
this manual.
Warnings are provided to alert
personnel to potential hazards that can
result in personal injury or death; they
do not replace the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Cautions alert personnel to conditions
that could result in equipment damage.
Your personal safety and reliable
operation of this machine depend upon
strict observance of these precautions.
The Trane Company assumes no
liability for installation or service
procedures performed by unqualified
personnel,
Installation
Responsibilities
Generally, the contractor must do the
following when installing an RTAA unit:
[ ] Install unit on a flat foundation, level
(within 1/4" [6.4 mm]), and strong
enough to support unit loading.
[ ] Install unit per the instructions
contained in the Installation
Mechanical and Installation
Electrical sections of this manual.
[ ] Install any optional sensors and
make electrical connections at the
UCM.
Note: The standard leaving chilled
water sensor is factory installed in the
evaporator leaving water outlet.
[ ] Where specified, provide and install
valves in water piping upstream and
downstream of evaporator water
connections to isolate the
evaporator for maintenance, and to
balance/trim system.
[ ] If desired, supply and install flow
switches in the chilled water piping;
interlock each switch with proper
pump starter to ensure unit can only
operate if water flow is established.
Chilled water flow protection is
provided by the UCM without the
need for a chilled water flow switch.
A flow switch for chilled water is
strictly discretionary.
[] For Remote Evaporator units only,
furnish and install refrigerant piping,
refrigerant and oil, per the
instructions outlined in this manual.
[ ] Furnish and install pressure gauges
in inlet and outlet piping of the
evaporator.
[ ] Furnish and install a drain valve to
the bottom of the evaporator.
[ ] Supply and install a vent cock to the
top of the evaporator.
[ ] Where specified, furnish and install
strainers ahead of all pumps and
automatic modulating valves.
[ ] Provide and install field wiring.
[ ] Start unit under supervision of a
qualified service technician.
[ ] Install heat tape and insulate the
chilled water lines and any other
portions of the system, as required,
to prevent sweating under normal
operating conditions or freezing
during low ambient temperature
conditions.
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Nameplates
The RTAA outdoor unit nameplates are
applied to the exterior and interior
surface of the Control Panel door
(Figure 1). A compressor nameplate is
located on each compressor. On
remote evaporators, the nameplate is
located on the Terminal Box.
Outdoor Unit Nameplate
The outdoor unit nameplate provides
the following information:
– Unit model and size description.
– Unit serial number .
– Identifies unit electrical requirements.
Figure 7
Nameplates
– Lists correct operating charges of
R-22 and refrigerant oil.
– Lists unit test pressures.
– Identifies installation, operation and
maintenance and service data
literature
– Lists drawing numbers for unit wiring
diagrams.
Compressor Nameplate
The “compressor’ nameplate provides
following information:
– Compressor model number.
– Compressor serial number.
The “evaporator” nameplate provides
the following information:
– RTAA outdoor unit to which the
remote evaporator is designed to
be connected.
– Evaporator serial number. This
number and the serial number of the
outdoor RT AA unit to which it is
connected will be identical.
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Model Number
Coding System
The model numbers for the outdoor
unit and the compressors are
comprised of numbers and letter which
represent features of the equipment.
Shown on the chart in Figure 8 are
samples of typical unit and compressor
model numbers, followed by the
coding system for each.
Each position, or group of positions, in
the number is used to represent a
feature. For example, in Figure 8,
position 08 of the unit model number ,
Unit Voltage, contains the letter “G”.
From the chart, it can be seen that a
“G” in this position means that the unit
voltage is 200-230/60/3 dual voltage.
Figure 8
Model Number Coding System
RTA A 200 G X B0 1 A 0 D 0 B D E G
012
1234 567 8 9 01 2 34 56 7 8 9 0(Digit position for above)
1. Digits 17 and on may be multiple,
independent add on options.
2. * Denotes that this option assignment has
been made but is not available now
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Storage
Extended storage of the outdoor unit
prior to installation requires the
following precautionary measures:
1. Store the outdoor unit in a secure
area.
2. At least every three months
(quarterly), check the pressure in the
refrigerant circuits to verify that the
refrigerant charge is intact. If it is not,
contact a qualified service
organization and the appropriate
Trane sales off ice.
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Installation - Mechanical
Packaged Unit and Units with
Remote Evaporator Option
General
The following instructions are, for the
most part, applicable to both packaged
units and units with the remote
evaporator option. Specific exceptions
are noted.
The most significant difference in the
installation of the two systems is the
requirement for interconnecting piping
with the remote evaporator option. For
this reason, these installation
procedures are covered separately in
the following section, Installation Mechanical, Remote Evaporator
Interconnecting Piping.
Pre-installation
Report any damage incurred during
handling or installation to the T rane
sales office immediately. An Installation
Check Sheet is provided.
Location Requirements
Noise Considerations
Locate the outdoor unit away from
sound sensitive areas. If required,
install rubber vibration isolators in all
water piping and use flexible electrical
conduit. Refer to “Unit Isolation”.
Consult an acoustical engineer for
critical applications. Also refer to Trane
Engineering Bulletins for application
information on RTAA chillers.
Foundation
Provide rigid, non-warping mounting
pads or a concrete foundation of
sufficient strength and mass to support
the outdoor unit operating weight (i.e.,
including completed piping, and full
operating charges of refrigerant, oil and
water). Refer to Figures 18 thru 21 for
unit operating weights. Once in place,
the outdoor unit must be level within 1/
4" (6.4 mm) over its length and width.
The Trane Company is not responsible
for equipment problems resulting from
an improperly designed or constructed
foundation.
Clearances
Provide enough space around the
outdoor unit to allow the installation
and maintenance personnel
unrestricted access to all service points.
Refer to submittal drawings for the unit
dimensions. A minimum of four feet is
recommended for compressor service.
Provide sufficient clearance for the
opening of control panel doors. Refer
to Figures 9 thru 12 for minimum
clearances.
which require additional clearances will
take precedence over these
recommendations.
Note: If the outdoor unit configuration
requires a variance to the clearance
dimensions, contact your Trane Sales
Office Representative. Also refer to
Trane Engineering Bulletins for
application information on RTAA
chillers.
In all cases, local codes
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Figure 9
Dimensions and Clearances for
RT AA Packaged Unit – 130 to 200 Ton
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Figure 10
Dimensions and Clearances for
RT AA Packaged Unit – 240 - 300 Ton
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Figure 11
Dimensions and Clearances for
RT AA Packaged Unit – 340 to 400 Ton
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Figure 12
Dimensions and Clearances for
RT AA Outdoor Unit with Remote Evaporator Option
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Figure 13
Dimensions and Weights for
Remote Evaporator Option
NOTES:
1. TOLERANCE ± 1/8” UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.
2. ALLOW 8’-8” ON EITHER END FOR TUBE REMOVAL.
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Additional Location Requirements
for Remote Evaporator Only
The remote evaporator must be
installed indoors, unless:
– ambient temperatures are always
above 32 F.
– the system circulating liquid is a non-
freezing glycol-type solution, selected
for the prevailing ambient
temperatures.
– the evaporator is protected from
freezing by properly installed and
applied insulation and heat tape.
Caution: To prevent internal
damage due to freezing, do not
install the outdoor unit without
adequate freeze protection.
The remote evaporator should be
mounted on a base of suitable strength
to support the operating weight.
Remote evaporator weights and
mounting locations are shown in
Figure 13.
The remote evaporator must be level
when installed. Be sure to allow
adequate clearance for water and
refrigerant piping connections,
performance of service procedures,
reading of gauges and thermometers,
and operation of valves. Space must be
allowed at one end of the evaporator to
pull tubes, if required.
Drainage
Provide a large capacity drain for water
vessel drain-down during shutdown or
repair . The evaporator is provided with
a drain connection. Refer to
“Evaporator Drain”. All local and
national codes apply. The vent on the
top of the evaporator is provided to
prevent a vacuum by allowing air into
the evaporator for complete drainage.
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Rigging
The Model RTAA chiller should be
moved by lifting. Refer to Figures 14
thru 17 for typical unit lifting and
operating weights. Refer to the rigging
diagram that ships with each unit for
specific “per unit” weight data.
WARNING: To prevent injury or
death and unit damage, capacity
of lifting equipment must exceed
unit lifting weight by an
adequate safety factor.
Lifting Procedure
Caution: To prevent damage do not use
a forklift to lift the unit.
[ ] Install clevis connectors through the
four , six or eight lifting plates
provided on the unit (Figures 14
thru 17).
WARNING: To prevent injury or
death and unit damage, use the
lifting method shown in Figures
14 and 17.
[ ] Attach lifting chains or cables to
clevis connectors. Each cable alone
must be strong enough to lift the
chiller.
[ ] Attach cables to lifting beam. Total
lifting weight, lifting weight
distribution and required lifting
beam dimensions are shown in
Figures 14 thru 17 and on the
rigging diagram shipped with each
unit. Lifting beam crossbars must be
positioned so lifting cables do not
contact the sides of the unit.
Caution: To prevent unit damage,
position lifting beam so that cables
do not contact the unit.
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Figure 14
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RTAA Packaged Unit
130-200 Tons
without Domestic Water Heater
NOTES:
1. LIFTING CHAINS (CABLES) WILL NOT BE THE SAME LENGTH. ADJUST TO
KEEP UNIT LEVEL WHILE LIFTING.
2. DO NOT FORK LIFT UNIT.
3. WEIGHTS ARE TYPICAL FOR UNITS WITH R-22 CHARGE.
4. DEDUCT 740 FROM TOTAL WEIGHT FOR UNITS WITHOUT
ARCHITECTURAL LOUVER PANELS.
RTAA-SA-2001C
130-200 Tons
with Domestic Water Heater
NOTES:
1. LIFTING CHAINS (CABLES) WILL NOT BE THE SAME LENGTH. ADJUST TO
KEEP UNIT LEVEL WHILE LIFTING.
2. DO NOT FORK LIFT UNIT.
3. WEIGHTS ARE TYPICAL FOR UNITS WITH R-22 CHARGE.
4. DEDUCT 740 FROM TOTAL WEIGHT FOR UNITS WITHOUT
ARCHITECTURAL LOUVERED PANELS.
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Figure 15
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RT AA Packaged Unit – 240-300 Tons
NOTES:
1. LIFTING CHAINS (CABLES) WILL NOT BE THE SAME LENGTH.
ADJUST TO KEEP UNIT LEVEL WHILE LIFTING.
2. DO NOT FORK LIFT UNIT.
3. WEIGHTS ARE TYPICAL FOR UNITS WITH R-22 CHARGE.
4. DEDUCT 1166 FROM TOTAL WEIGHT FOR UNITS WITHOUT
ARCHITECTURAL LOUVER PANELS.
RT AA-SA-2005B
Figure 16
Rigging and Lifting Weights for RTAA
Packaged Unit – 340-400 T o ns
NOTES:
1. LIFTING CHAINS (CABLES) WILL NOT BE
THE SAME LENGTH. ADJUST TO KEEP
UNIT LEVEL WHILE LIFTING.
2. DO NOT FORK LIFT UNIT.
3. WEIGHTS ARE TYPICAL FOR UNITS
WITH R-22 CHARGE.
4. DEDUCT 1480 FROM TOTAL WEIGHT
FOR UNITS WITHOUT ARCHITECTURAL
LOUVERED PANELS.
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Figure 17
Rigging and Lifting Weights for
RTAA Outdoor Unit with
Remote Evaporator Option
NOTES:
1. LIFTING CHAINS (CABLES) WILL NOT BE
THE SAME LENGTH. ADJUST TO KEEP
UNIT LEVEL WHILE LIFTING.
2. DO NOT FORK LIFT UNIT .
3. WEIGHTS ARE TYPICAL FOR UNITS
WITH R-22 CHARGE.
4. DEDUCT 740 FROM TOTAL WEIGHT FOR
UNITS WITHOUT ARCHITECTURAL
LOUVER PANELS.
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Unit Isolation and
Leveling
For additional reduction of sound and
vibration, use one of the two mounting
methods outlined below:
1. Construct an isolated concrete pad
for the unit or provide concrete
footings at each of the eight unit
mounting points. Mount the unit
directly to the concrete pads or
footings. Level the unit using the
base rail as a reference. The unit
must be level within 1/4" over the
entire length. Use shims as
necessary to level the unit.
2. Install the optional spring isolators at
each of the eight/ten unit mounting
points. Refer to Figures 18 thru 21 for
isolator placement locations and
loading information.
a. Secure the isolators to the
mounting surface, using the
mounting slots in the isolator base
plate. Do not fully tighten the
isolator mounting bolts at this
time.
b. Positioning pins are located on the
top of each isolator , as shown in
Figures 18 thru 21. Lower the unit
on to the isolators so that the pins
register with the unit mounting
holes.
c. The weight of the unit will force
the upper housing of each isolator
down. This may cause the upper
housing to contact the lower
housing. As shown in Figures 18
thru 21, the clearances between
upper and lower housings must be
1/4 to 1/2 inch. If the clearance on
any isolator is greater than 1/2
inch, it will be necessary to use
shims or grout to achieve the
required clearance.
d. Minor adjustments can be made
to the clearance by turning the
leveling bolt; clockwise to increase
the clearance and
counterclockwise to decrease the
clearance. All eight isolators must
be supporting the entire weight of
the unit while these adjustments
are being made.
Note: If proper clearances cannot be
achieved using the leveling bolts, use
shims or grouting under the isolators,
as required. Isolators must not straddle
small gaps in the shims or grout.
e. Before tightening the mounting
bolts, level the unit using the unit
base rail as a reference. The unit
must be level within 1/4" over the
entire length. Use the leveling
bolts and/or additional shims or
grout to level the unit.
Evaporator Water Piping
Thoroughly flush all water piping to the
unit before making the final piping
connections to the unit.
Caution: If using an acidic
commercial flushing solution,
construct a temporary bypass
around the unit to prevent damage
to internal components of the
evaporator .
Caution: To avoid possible
equipment damage, do not use
untreated or improperly treated
system water.
When completing the NPT-type water
connections, apply a suitable pipe
sealant, or Teflon tape, to prevent water
leakage. To minimize heat gain and to
prevent condensation, insulate all
piping.
Caution: Avoid overtightening and
possible damage of water
connections. The lubricating
properties of T eflon tape make the
possibility of overtightening more
likely.
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Figure 18
Spring Isolator Placement for
T ypical R TAA Packaged Unit – 130 to 200 Tons
without Domestic Water Heater
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Spring Isolator Placement for
T ypical RT AA Packaged Unit – 240-400 Tons
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Figure 20
Spring Isolator Placement for
Typical RT AA Outdoor Unit with
Remote Evaporator Option
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Figure 21
Spring Isolator Placement for
T ypical RT AA Unit with Heat Recovery
Domestic Water Heater
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Evaporator Piping
Figure 22 illustrates typical evaporator
piping components. Components and
layout will vary slightly, depending on
the location of connections and the
water source.
Caution: The chilled water
connections to the evaporator are
to be “victaulic” type connections.
Do not attempt to weld these
connections, as the heat generated
from welding can cause internal
damage to the evaporator.
The chilled water connections are on
the left side of the unit. If it is necessary
for the chilled water piping to enter the
unit from the right side, elbows can be
used to route the piping 1800 over the
top of the evaporator, as shown in
Figure 22, for RT AA 130-200 units only.
A vent is provided on the top of the
evaporator at the return end. Be sure to
provide additional vents at high points
in the piping to bleed air from the
chilled water system. Install necessary
pressure gauges to monitor the
entering and leaving chilled water
pressures.
Caution: To prevent damage to
chilled water components, do not
allow evaporator pressure
(maximum working pressure) to
exceed 215 psig.
Provide shutoff valves in lines to the
gauges to isolate them from the
system when they are not in use. Use
rubber vibration eliminators to prevent
vibration transmission through the
water lines.
If desired, install thermometers in the
lines to monitor entering and leaving
water temperatures. Install a balancing
valve in the leaving water line to
control water flow balance. Install
shutoff valves on both the entering and
leaving water lines so that the
evaporator can be isolated for service.
A pipe strainer should be installed in
the entering water line to prevent
waterborne debris from entering the
evaporator.
Figure 22
Suggested Piping for
Typical RTAA Evaporator
Vents
Drain
Union
Vibration
Eliminator
Valved
Pressure
Gauge
Flow
Switch
(Optional)
Union
Gate Valve
Balancing Valve
Vibration
Eliminator
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Water
Strainer
Gate Valve
RTAA 130-200
with Opposite-Side Connections
(View from end opposite control panel)
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Evaporator Piping
Components
“Piping components” include all
devices and controls used to provide
proper water system operation and
unit operating safety. These
components and their general
locations are given below.
Entering Chilled Water Piping
[ ] Air vents (to bleed air from system).
[ ] Water pressure gauges with shutoff
Caution: To prevent evaporator
damage, do not exceed 215 psig
(14.6 bar) evaporator water
pressure.
Evaporator Drain
A 3/4" drain connection is located
under the outlet end of the evaporator.
This may be connected to a suitable
drain to permit evaporator drainage
during unit servicing. A shutoff valve
must be installed on the drain line.
Evaporator Flow Switch
Chilled water flow protection is
provided by the UCM without the need
for a chilled water flow switch. A flow
switch for chilled water is strictly
discretionary but if not installed, a
signal still must be sent to the chiller to
indicate that water flow has been
established, e.g. chilled water pump
motor starter auxiliary contacts.
If additional chilled water flow
protection is desired, use a fieldinstalled flow switch or differential
pressure switch with the pump
interlock to sense system water flow.
Install and wire the flow switch in series
with the chilled water pump motor
starter auxiliaries (refer to “Electrical
Wiring”).
Specific connection and schematic
wiring diagrams are shipped with the
unit. Some piping and control
schemes, particularly those using a
single water pump for both chilled and
hot water, must be analyzed to
determine how and or if a flow sensing
device will provide desired operation.
Follow the manufacturer’s
recommendations for selection and
installation procedures. General
guidelines for flow switch installation
are outlined below
1. Mount the switch upright, with a
minimum of 5 pipe diameters of
straight horizontal run on each side.
Do not install close to elbows,
orifices or valves.
Note: The arrow on the switch must
point in the direction of flow.
2. To prevent switch fluttering, remove
all air from the water system.
Note: The UCM provides a 6-second
time delay after a “loss-of-flow”
diagnostic before shutting the unit
down. Contact a qualified service
representative if nuisance machine
shutdowns persist.
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3. Adjust the switch to open when
water flow falls below nominal.
Evaporator data is shown in Figure
23. Refer to Table 1 for minimum
flow recommendations. Flow switch
contacts are closed on proof of water
flow.
Figure 23
RT AA 130 thru 400
Evaporator Water Pressure Drop
4. Install a pipe strainer in the entering
evaporator water line to protect
components from waterborne
debris.
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Water Treatment
Using untreated or improperly treated
water in these units may result in
inefficient operation and possible tube
damage. Consult a qualified water
treatment specialist to determine
whether treatment is needed. The
following disclamatory label is
provided on each RTAA unit:
Customer Note
The use of improperly treated or
untreated water in this equipment may
result in scaling, erosion, corrosion,
algae or slime. The services of a
qualified water treatment specialist
should be engaged to determine what
treatment, if any, is advisable. The
Trane Company warranty specifically
excludes liability for corrosion, erosion
or deterioration of Trane equipment.
Trane assumes no responsibilities for
the results of the use of untreated or
improperly treated water, or saline or
brackish water.
Caution: Do not use untreated or
improperly treated water.
Equipment damage may occur.
Water Pressure Gauges
Install field-supplied pressure gauges
(with manifolds, whenever practical) as
shown in Figure 22. Locate pressure
gauges or taps in a straight run of pipe;
avoid placement near elbows, etc. Be
sure to install the gauges at the same
elevation on each shell if the shells
have opposite-end water connections.
To read manifolded pressure gauges,
open one valve and close the other
(depending upon the reading desired).
This eliminates errors resulting from
differently calibrated gauges installed
at unmatched elevations.
Caution: To prevent shell damage,
install pressure relief valves in the
evaporator water system.
Freeze Protection
If the unit will remain operational at
subfreezing ambient temperatures, the
chilled water system must be protected
from freezing, following the steps listed
below
1. Heat tape is factory-installed on the
packaged unit evaporator and will
protect it from freezing in ambient
temperatures down to -20 F.
2. Install heat tape on all water piping,
pumps, and other components that
may be damaged if exposed to
freezing temperatures. Heat tape
must be designed for low ambient
temperature applications. Heat tape
selection should be based on the
lowest expected ambient
temperature.
3. Add a non-freezing, low temperature,
corrosion inhibiting, heat transfer
fluid to the chilled water system. The
solution must be strong enough to
provide protection against ice
formation at the lowest anticipated
ambient temperature. Refer to Table
1 for evaporator water storage
capacities.
Note: Use of glycol type antifreeze
reduces the cooling capacity of the unit
and must be considered in the design
of the system specifications.
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Water Pressure Relief Valves
Install a water pressure relief valve in
the evaporator inlet piping between the
evaporator and the inlet shutoff valve,
as shown in Figure 22. Water vessels
with close-coupled shutoff valves have
a high potential for hydrostatic
pressure buildup on a water
temperature increase. Refer to
applicable codes for relief valve
installation guidelines.
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Domestic Water Heater
Piping
Figure 24 illustrates typical domestic
water heater piping components.
Components and layout will vary
slightly, depending on the location of
connections and the water source. See
unit submittals to insure identification
of water inlet and outlet connections.
Be sure to provide additional vents at
high points in the piping to bleed air
from the water system.
Caution: To prevent damage to
components, do not allow
domestic water heater pressure
(maximum working pressure) to
exceed 150 psig.
Use rubber vibration eliminators to
prevent vibration transmission through
the water lines.
Install a balancing valve in the leaving
water line to control water flow
balance. Install shutoff valves on both
the entering and leaving water lines so
that the domestic water heater can be
isolated for service.
The vent and drain can be used to
temporarily install gauges and
determine pressure drop at the heater.
Water flow rates, as a function of
pressure drop, are charted in Figure 25,
or pressure drop can be calculated
using the following formula:
Pressure Drop (Ft. H20) = 2.31 (Drain
psig -Vent psig)
A pipe strainer should be installed in
the entering water line to prevent
waterborne debris from entering the
domestic water heater.
Domestic Water Heater
Piping Components
“Piping components” include all
devices and controls used to provide
proper water system operation and
unit operating safety. These
components and their general
locations are given below.
Caution: To prevent tube damage
install strainer in the water inlet
piping.
Leaving Chilled Water Piping
[ ] Air vents (to bleed air from system)
[ ] Vibration eliminators.
[ ] Shutoff (isolation) valves.
[ ] Balancing valve.
Caution: To prevent damage, do
not exceed 215 psig (14.6 bar)
domestic water heater water
pressure.
Water Pressure Relief Valves
Install a water pressure relief valve in
the outlet piping between the domestic
water heater and the outlet shutoff
valve, as shown in Figure 24. Water
vessels with close-coupled shutoff
valves have a high potential for
hydrostatic pressure buildup on a
water temperature increase. Refer to
applicable codes for relief valve
installation guidelines.
Caution: To prevent shell damage,
install pressure relief valves in the
evaporator water system.
Freeze Protection
If water in the domestic water heater
will be subjected to subfreezing
ambient temperatures, the water
system must be protected from
freezing, following the steps listed
below:
1. Heat tape is factory-installed on the
domestic water heater and will
protect it from freezing in ambient
temperatures down to -20 F Insure
that electrical power is provided for
the heat tape.
2. Install heat tape on all water piping,
pumps, and other components that
may be damaged if exposed to
freezing temperatures. Heat tape
must be designed for low ambient
temperature applications. Heat tape
selection should be based on the
lowest expected ambient
temperature.
Figure 26
Remote Evaporator Installation –
No Elevation Difference
General
The RT AA outdoor unit with the
Remote Evaporator option is shipped
as two pieces: the outdoor unit
(condensing) and the evaporator. The
outdoor unit includes a suction
accumulator line on each circuit and
has the field connections for the
refrigerant at the end opposite the
control panel.
The evaporator is shipped complete
with factory-mounted refrigeration
specialties (electronic expansion
valves, sight-glasses and removable
core filter-dryers). All evaporator
refrigerant line connections are at one
end of the evaporator. The installing
contractor need only provide and
install the refrigerant piping between
the evaporator and the outdoor unit.
System Configuration
The system may be configured in
either of the two primary arrangements
as shown in Figures 26 and 27. The
configuration and its associated
elevation, along with the total distance
between the remote evaporator and
the compressor/condenser section,
play a critical role in determining
suction and liquid line sizes. This will
also affect field refrigerant and oil
charges. Consequently, there are
physical limits which must not be
violated if the system is to operate as
designed. Please note the following
restrictions:
A. The line sizes established in this
installation manual are to be used only
for 40-50 F leaving water temperature
and full-load ice-making applications.
B. The evaporator can be mounted
only on the SAME PLANE OR LOWER
PLANE than the outdoor unit. Figure 28
illustrates what not to do. The elevation
difference is to not exceed 100 feet.
C. Piping between evaporator and
outdoor unit is to not exceed 200
(linear) feet or an equivalent length
(includes equivalent length pressure
drop of fittings) of 300 feet.
D. The suction line must never cross or
be above a plane that is 1’8" above the
bottom of the outdoor unit. Figure 29
illustrates what not to do.
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E. Horizontal portions of the suction
lines must be downward sloping to the
compressors. Suction lines must be
insulated.
F. Install an inverted trap in the liquid
line when the evaporator is on a lower
plane than the outdoor unit. The apex
of the trap should be at a height above
the top of the condenser coils. See
Figure 27.
G. Install a suction line trap at the
evaporator when the evaporator is on a
lower plane than the outdoor unit. See
Figure 27.
Figure 28
Restricted Installation –
Evaporator is on a Higher Plane
than the Outdoor Unit
H. The evaporator MUST be matched
with its respective outdoor unit. The
nameplate on the evaporator will have
a serial number that is matched to the
outdoor unit’s serial number. See
Figure 7.
Also the circuits on the outdoor unit
must match the circuits on the
evaporator (I.E. circuit #1 on the
outdoor units must be connected with
circuit #1 on the evaporator).
Caution: If the circuits are crossed,
serious equipment damage may
occur.
See Figure 30 for circuit number
identification.
Figure 29 – Restricted Installation Suction Line is More Than 1’8"
Above Base of Outdoor Unit
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Figure 30
Refrigerant Circuit Identification
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Line Sizing
Equivalent Line Length
To determine the appropriate size for
field installed liquid and suction lines, it
is first necessary to establish the
equivalent length of pipe for each line.
An initial approximation can be made
by assuming that the equivalent length
of pipe is 1.5 times the actual length of
pipe. These assumed lengths can then
be used with the appropriate tables in
the Liquid Line Sizing section and the
Suction Line Sizing sections which
follow.
It is also necessary to know the
capacity (tons) of each circuit. Circuit
capacities for each RTAA unit are listed
in Table 3.
From Table 4, for horizontal and/or
downflow liquid lines, and assuming
an 85 ton circuit, 175 feet of equivalent
line requires a liquid line with an OD of
1 5/8 in.
There are 6 long-radius elbows in this
example. Using Table 5 and the pipe
OD of 1 5/8 in., these fittings represent
15.6 feet (6 elbows @ 2.6 feet each).
The following are examples of how to
determine line sizes.
Therefore our new equivalent line
length is 132.6 feet (117 +15.6).
Referring back to Table 4, an 85 ton
Liquid Line Sizing
This example uses the unit installation
shown in Figure 31 and assumes an 85
ton circuit. The actual length of field
installed piping is 117 feet (80 + 8 + 8 +
21). Using the factor of 1.5, the
equivalent line length is 175 feet.
circuit with 132.6 feet of equivalent pipe
length (use the dimension closest to
the calculated dimension) can use a
pipe O.D. of 1% in. rather than 1 5/8 in.
From Table 5 we see that the 6 elbows
of 1 3/8 in. have an equivalent pipe
length of 13.2 feet (6 elbows @ 2.2 feet
each). This further reduces the
equivalent pipe length to 130.2 feet
(117 + 13.2), and, as shown in Table 4,
still allows the use of 1 3/8 in. O.D. pipe.
Table 4
Liquid Line Size for Horizontal and/or Downflow Lines
Reproduced by permission of Air conditioning and Refrigeration Institute.
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Figure 31
Remote Evaporator Piping Example
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Suction Line Sizing
This example uses the unit installation
shown in Figure 31 and assumes a 100
ton circuit. As in the liquid line sizing
example, the equivalent pipe length
must first be determined. It must also
be determined what portion of the pipe
is “horizontal and/or downflowing”
and what portion is “horizontal and/or
upflowing.”
In Figure 31, the actual length of field
installed piping is 100 feet (20 + 5 + 75).
Using the factor of 1.5, the equivalent
line length is 150 feet. The suction line
has an elevation of 20 feet and consists
of horizontal and vertical (upflowing)
sections, which must be sized
separately.
The two vertical sections are separated
by a small horizontal section. The total
distance is 25 feet (20 +5). The first
approximation of equivalent pipe
length is 37.5 feet (1.5 times 25).
Referring to Table 6 for a horizontal
and/or upflow suction line on a 100 ton
circuit with 37.5 feet of line, the pipe
O.D. should be 3 1/8 in.
There are four long-radius elbows in
this section of piping. Using Table 5
and the pipe OD of 3 1/8 in., these
fittings represent 20.4 feet (4 elbows @
5.1 feet each). Therefore our new
equivalent line length is 45.4 feet (25 +
20.4). Table 6 indicates that 45.4
equivalent feet still permits the use of 3
1/8 in. O.D. pipe.
In sizing the horizontal and/or
downflow portion of the suction line, it
is necessary to account for the total
equivalent length of the line.
Note: In this example, the horizontal
line is pitched downward in the
direction of flow
Using T able 7 and 150 feet of
equivalent pipe length for a 100 ton
circuit, a pipe O.D. of 4 1/8 in. is
specified. There are no fittings in the 75
foot horizontal run, so no equivalent
fitting lengths need to be determined.
Add the 75 feet of horizontal and/or
downflow line to the 45.4 feet of
horizontal and/or upflow line, resulting
in 120.5 of equivalent pipe length. Table
7 at 125 feet (use the dimension closest
to the calculated dimension) indicates
the use of 4 1/8 in. O.D. pipe. Therefore,
the 4 1/8 in line will have to be reduced
for the vertical sections of the line and
expanded again for the horizontal
sections.
Table 6
Suction Line Size for Horizontal and/or Upflow Lines
Total Vertical Equiv. Length (Ft)100 T on85 Ton70 Ton
Circuit Size:Suction Line Size (OD”)
50':3 1/83 1/82 1/8
75':3 1/83 1/82 1/8
100':3 1/83 1/82 1/8
Table 7
Suction Line Size for Horizontal and/or Downflow Lines
Circuit Size:
Total Equiv. Length (Ft)Suction Line Size (OD”)
(Including vertical section, if any)100 Ton85 Ton70 Ton
The outdoor unit and the evaporator
are shipped with a 25 psig holding
pressure of dry nitrogen. Do not relieve
this pressure until field installation of
the refrigerant piping is to be
accomplished. This will require the
removal of the temporary pipe caps.
Note: Use Type L refrigerant-grade
copper tubing only.
The refrigerant lines must be isolated
to prevent line vibration from being
transferred to the building. Do not
secure the lines rigidly to the building
at any point.
All horizontal suction lines should be
pitched downward, in the direction of
flow, at a slope of 1/2 in. per 10 feet of
run, This allows for larger line size,
which will improve unit efficiency.
Do not use a saw to remove end caps,
as this may allow copper chips to
contaminate the system. Use a tubing
cutter or heat to remove the end caps.
When sweating copper joints, flow dry
nitrogen through the system. This
prevents scale formation and the
possible formation of an explosive
mixture of R-22 and air . This will also
prevent the formation of toxic
phosgene gas, which occurs when
refrigerant is exposed to open flame.
WARNING: To prevent Injury or
death, due to explosion and/or
inhalation of phosgene gas,
purge the system thoroughly
while sweating connections. Use
a pressure regulator in the line
between the unit and the high
pressure nitrogen cylinder to
avoid over-pressurization and
possible explosion.
Refrigerant Sensors
The suction line refrigerant sensors
must be installed by the contractor
installing the refrigerant piping. The
sensors are pre-wired and each is
“wire-tied” to its respective liquid line.
Fittings and adapters for mounting of
the sensors are located in the remote
evaporator terminal box. See Figure 32
for mounting instructions.
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Figure 32
Customer Interconnect Wiring for
RTAA Outdoor unit with Remote Evaporator –
130 to 200 T o ns
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Leak Test and Evacuation
After installation of the refrigerant
piping, thoroughly test the system for
leaks. Pressure test the system at
pressures required by local codes.
Immediately before evacuation, install
the liquid line filter cores. These will be
shipped with the evaporator.
Note: Do not install these before the
circuit is ready for evacuation, as the
cores will absorb moisture from the
atmosphere.
For field evacuation, use a rotary-type
vacuum pump capable of pulling a
vacuum of 100 microns or less. Follow
the pump manufacturer’s instructions
for proper use of the pump. The line
used to connect the pump to the
system should be copper and be the
largest diameter that can be practically
used. A larger line size with minimum
flow resistance can significantly reduce
evacuation time.
Use the ports on the compressor
suction service valves and the liquid
line shutoff valves for access to the
system for evacuation. Insure that the
compressor suction service valve, the
liquid line shutoff valve, the oil line
shutoff valve and any field installed
valves are open in the proper position
before evacuating.
Insulate the entire suction line and the
suction accumulator line. Where the
line is exposed to the weather, wrap it
with weatherproof tape and seal with
weatherproof compound.
Refrigerant and
Additional Oil Charge
Refrigerant Charge
Determination
The approximate amount of refrigerant
charge required by the system must be
determined by referring to Table 8 and
must be verified by running the system
and checking the liquid line
sightglasses.
Table 8
System Refrigerant Charge
Circuit SizeLbs. of R-22
70130
85165
100170
To determine the appropriate charge,
first refer to Table 8 to establish the
required charge required without the
field-installed piping. Next, determine
the charge required for the fieldinstalled piping by referring to Table 9.
Note: The amounts of refrigerant listed
in Table 9 are based on 100 feet of pipe.
Actual requirements will be in direct
proportion to the actual length of
piping.
Note: Table 9 assumes:
Liquid Temperature = 100 F
Suction Temperature = 35 F
Suction Superheat Temperature = 8 F
The approximate amount of refrigerant
is therefore the sum of the values
determined from Tables 8 and 9.
Example:
Determine the approximate amount of
charge required for an RT AA 200 ton
unit with a remote evaporator that is
located 75 feet away (i.e. the actual
length of field installed pipe is 75 feet
for each suction line and liquid line).
Assume that the suction lines have
been previously determined to be 4 1/8
in., O.D. and the liquid lines are 1 3/8 in.
O.D.
A 200 ton unit has two 100 ton circuits.
From Table 8 above, a 100 ton circuit
requires 170 lbs. of R-22. In addition,
the 4 1/8 in. 0. D. suction line for the 100
ton circuit will require 11.3 lbs. per 100
feet of the 75 feet of line will therefore
require 8.5 lbs. (11.3 times 75/100).
Similarly from Table 9, the 1 3/8 in. O.D.
liquid line will require 47.3 lbs. of R-22
(63 times 75/100). The total R-22 charge
for the 100 ton circuit will be 225.8 lbs.
(170 + 8.5 + 47.3). And because the
RTAA 200 has two 100 ton circuits, the
total system charge will be twice as
much, or 461.6 lbs.
Oil Charge Determination
The unit is factory charged with the
amount of oil required by the system,
without the field-installed piping. The
amount of additional oil required is
dependent upon the amount of
refrigerant that is added to the system
for the field-installed piping.
Use the following formula to calculate
the amount of oil to be added:
Pints of Oil (T rane Oil-15) = lbs. of
refrigerant added for field-installed
piping/18.375
From the example above, in which the
weight of the additional refrigerant
added for the field-installed piping was
55.8 lbs. (47.3 + 8.5), the amount of oil
to be added equals 3 pints (55.8/18.375)
per circuit.
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Installation –
Electrical
General
Recommendations
WARNING: The Warning Label
shown in Figure 33 is displayed
on the equipment and shown on
wiring diagrams and schematics.
Strict adherence to these
warnings must be observed.
All wiring must comply with local
codes and the National Electric Code.
Typical field wiring diagrams are
shown in Figures 34 thru 36. Minimum
circuit ampacities and other unit
electrical data are on the unit
nameplate and are shown in Table 10.
See the unit order specifications for
actual electrical data. Specific electrical
schematics and connection diagrams
are shipped with the unit.
Figure 33
Warning Label
Caution: To avoid corrosion and
overheating at terminal
connections, use copper
conductors only.
Do not allow conduit to interfere with
other components, structural members
or equipment.
Control voltage (115V) wiring in
conduit must be separate from conduit
carrying low voltage (<30V) wiring.
Caution: To prevent control
malfunctions, do not run low
voltage wiring (<30V) in conduit
with conductors carrying more
than 30 volts.
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Figure 34
Typical Field Wiring for
RT AA Packaged Unit –
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Typical Field Wiring for
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T ypical Field Wiring for
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240-400 Tons
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Table 10
Electrical Data
Unit WiringMotor Data
RatedMCA (3)Rec TimeComp. (Ea)Qty. Qty.
Unit SizeVoltage Ckt1/Ckt2(1)MOP(2) Delay or RDE4)Qty.RLA(5)LRA(8)(11)(12) kW FLA kW(7)
(1) Low voltage units (200 & 230 volt) require separate power connections for each circuit.
(2) MOP - Maximum Overcurrent Protection - may be either fused (UL/CSA) or with circuit breakers (CSA only).
MOP = 225 percent of the largest compressor RLA plus 100 percent of the second compressor RLA plus the sum of the condenser fans
FLAs per NEC 440-22.
(3) MCA - Minimum Circuit Ampacity - 125 percent of largest compressor RLA plus 100 percent of second compressor plus the sum of the
condenser fans FLAs per NEC 440-33.
(4) RECOMMENDED TIME DELAY OR DUAL ELEMENT (RDE) FUSE SIZE: 150 percent of the largest compressor RLA plus 100 percent of the
second compressor RLA and the sum of the condenser tan FLAs.
(5) RLA - Rated Load Amps - rated in accordance with UL Standard 465.
(6) Local codes may take precedence.
(7) Control kW includes operational controls only. Does not include heat tapes.
(8) LRA - Locked Rotor Amps - based on full winding start units.
(9) VOLTAGE UTILIZATION RANGE:
Rated VoltageUtilization Range
200180-220
230208-254
460414-506
575516.633
(10) A 11 5/60/1, 15 amp. customer provided power connection is required to operate the unit controls. A separate 115(60/1, 15 amp. customer
provided power connection is also needed to power the evaporator heat tape (RT AA 130-200 = 420 watts, RTAA 240-400 = 840 wafts @
120 volts) and optional Domestic Water Heater (420 watts @ 120 volts.). If the optional control power is used, the customer needs only to
provide a power connection for the heat tapes.
(11) 15 F minimum starting/operating ambient.
(12) 0 F minimum starting/operating ambient
Fans (Ea)
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Installer-Supplied
Components
Caution: Customer wiring interface
connections are shown in the
electrical schematics and
connection diagrams that are
shipped with the unit.
The installer must provide the
following components if not ordered
with the unit:
Control wiring between the outdoor
unit and the evaporator terminal box.
Power Supply Wiring
General
All power supply wiring must be sized
and selected accordingly by the project
engineer in accordance with NEC Table
31016.
WARNING: To prevent injury or
death, disconnect electrical
power source before completing
wiring connections to the unit.
All wiring must comply with local
codes and the National Electrical Code.
The installing (or electrical) contractor
must provide and install the system
interconnecting wiring, as well as-the
power supply wiring. It must be
properly sized and equipped with the
appropriate fused disconnect switches.
The type and installation location(s) of
the fused disconnects must comply
with all applicable codes.
Caution: Use only copper
conductors for terminal
connections to avoid corrosion or
overheating.
Remove the plate on the lower right
side of the power connection panel and
cut holes for the appropriately-sized
wiring conduits. The wiring is passed
through these conduits and connected
to the terminal blocks or optional unitmounted disconnect. Refer to Figure 1
and Figures 34 thru 36.
To provide proper phasing of 3-phase
input, make connections as shown in
Figures 34 thru 36 and as stated on the
yellow WARNING label in the starter
panel. For additional information on
proper phasing, refer to “Unit Voltage
Phasing Proper equipment ground
must be provided to each ground
connection in the panel (one on 460/
575 volt units and two on 200/230 volt
units).
CAUTION:
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT
L1-L2-L3 IN THE STARTER BE
CONNECTED IN THE A-B-C
PHASE SEQUENCE TO
PREVENT EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE DUE TO REVERSE
ROTATION.
Control Power Supply
If the unit is equipped with the optional
control power transformer, it is not
necessary to provide control power
voltage to the unit.
Caution: 200/230 volt units are
factory connected as 200 volt units.
For 230 volt units, the leads must
be moved to the appropriate
terminals on the transformer (1T1).
See Unit Wiring Diagrams.
If the transformer is not provided,
connect control power (115V , 750VA, 15
amp maximum fuse size) to terminals
1TB3-1 and 1TB3-2, on 130-200 units.
Use 1TB3-1 and 1TB4-1 on 240-400
units.
Heat T ape Power Supply
(Packaged Units Only)
Note: Units with the Remote
Evaporator option do not have heat
tape.
The evaporator shell and optional
Domestic Water Heater are insulated
from ambient air and protected from
freezing temperatures by a
thermostatically-controlled heat tape.
Whenever the water temperature
drops to approximately 37 F, the
thermostat energizes the heat tape. The
heat tape will provide protection from
ambient temperatures down to -20 F.
Provide an independent power source
(115V, 15 amp), with a fuseddisconnect. The heat tape is factory
wired back to the unit control panel.
Customer connections are made on
terminal strip 1TB3-11 and 1TB3-12 on
130-200 units or 1TB3-10 and 1TB4-1 0
on 240-400 units.
Water Pump Power Supply
Provide power supply wiring with
fused disconnect for the chilled water
pump(s).
Auxiliary Heat Tape Power Supply
Provide power wiring and properly
sized fused-disconnect for any electrical
heat tape installed on the system water
piping.
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Interconnecting Wiring
Chilled Water Pump Interlock
and External Auto/Stop for
Model RTAA Air-Cooled
Series R CenTraVac
Caution: The following must be
adhered to or equipment damage
may occur.
The Model RTAA Series R chiller
requires a minimum of two fieldsupplied control inputs:
Chilled water pump interlock (TB3-1, -
•
2 on the 1U1 board).
External Auto/Stop (T133-3, -4 on the
•
1U1 board)
When there is a command to shut
down the chilled water system, the
chilled water pump is required to
operate for a minimum of one minute
after the External AUTO/STOP gives
the shutdown command.
Normally, when the compressors are
terminating a cycle (via chiller Stop/
Reset switch, loss of load, Low
Ambient Run Inhibit or External Auto/
Stop), the controller will initiate the
“Run:Unload” mode. This operating
mode energizes the unload solenoid
for 20 seconds, to unload the
compressor so that it will be unloaded
for the next start-up. Then the master
oil solenoid is de-energized and closure
of the master oil solenoid is verified.
The entire process may take up to 40
seconds.
If the chilled water pump interlock is
used without the external Auto/Stop
input, the chiller will shut down
immediately upon the command for
shut down, without initiating the
“Run:Unload” mode. This is
considered a “non-friendly” shut down
and a “Machine Auto Reset” diagnostic
will be displayed on the LICK
Caution: The method in the
previous paragraph is not to be
used as a normal means of cycling
the chiller off, e.g. time clock,
building automation system, etc.
The proper method for cycling the
chiller off is to open a set of contact
between TB3-3, -4 on the 1U1 board
(External Auto/Stop). Then, following a
one minute delay, the chilled water
pump is cycled off. Chilled water flow
indication should be provided between
TB3-1, -2 on the 1U1 board, e.g. water
pump motor starter auxiliaries and/or
flow switch.
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The wiring for this recommendation is
shown in the furnished electrical
schematics and connection diagrams.
Relay 5DL1 is a normally-open,
instantaneous close, timed open (1
min.) time delay relay. An alternative
solution is to provide proper
programming in a building automation
system.
Chilled Water Pump Interlock
The installer must provide leads 520
and 521 from the chilled water pump
(5B1) starter auxiliary (5K1) to the
proper terminals of terminal strip 1U1
TB3 on the UCM, as shown in Figures
34 thru 36. Circuit requirement is 115
VAC, with minimum contact rating @
115 V AC of 6.9 VA inrush, 1.3 VA sealed.
Refer to the field diagrams which are
shipped with the unit.
The auxiliary contact of the chilled
water pump may be wired in series
with an optional flow switch, as shown.
The standard UCM provides internal
protection for the unit against loss of
chilled water flow. Also refer to
“Evaporator Flow Switch.”
External Auto/Stop Wiring
If the unit requires the Auto/Stop
function, the installer must provide
leads 522 and 523 from the remote
contacts (5K5, 5K21) to the proper
terminals of the terminal strip 1U1 TB3
on the UCM, as shown in Figures 34
thru 36.
The chiller will run normally when the
contacts are closed. When either
contact opens, the compressor(s), if
operating, will go to the RUN:UNLOAD
operating mode and cycle off. Unit
operation will be inhibited. Re-closure
of the contacts will permit the unit to
automatically return to normal
operation.
Circuit requirements are 2-wire, 115
VAC, with minimum contact rating @
115 V AC of 6.9 VA inrush, 1.3 VA sealed.
Refer to the field diagrams which are
shipped with the unit.
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Alarm/Running/Maximum
Capacity Outputs
Terminals 1 to 8 on terminal strip TB4
of the 1U1 board provide a variety of
contact outputs. These are dependent
upon the setting of Menu Item 4E and
its relationship to diagnostics,
compressors operating and the system
operating at full capacity.
RLY 2 = Compressor Running
RLY 3 = Maximum Capacity
2: RLY 1 = Circuit I Alarm
RL Y 2 = Circuit 2 Alarm
RLY 3 = Maximum Capacity
3: RLY 1 = Alarm
RL Y 2 = Circuit 1 Running
RL Y 3 = Circuit 2 Running
As shown in Figure 37, there are three
relays. Relays 1 and 2 have SPDT
contacts. Relay 3 has SPST normally
open contacts. The relays can provide
three different output configurations, as
shown in Table 11, and each
configuration offers four choices as to
how the alarm relay is to respond to a
set of diagnostics.
Table 12 shows the twelve settings
available in Menu Item 4E and the
diagnostics which are issued for each
set of conditions.
Notes:
MMR = Machine Manual Reset
CMR = Circuit Manual Reset
MAR = Machine Auto Reset
CAR = Circuit Auto Reset
IFW = Informational Warnings
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Alarm/Running/Maximum
Capacity Indicator Wiring
If the optional remote Alarm/Running/
Maximum Capacity contacts are used,
provide electrical power, 115 VAC
(contact load not to exceed 1150 V A
inrush, 115 VA sealed), with fuseddisconnect to a customer-furnished
remote device. Also provide proper
remote device ground connection.
To install the available remote running
and alarm indication, the installer must
provide leads 525 thru 532 from the
panel to the proper terminals of
terminal strip 1U1TB4 on the UCM, as
shown in Figures 31 thru 32. Refer to
the field diagrams which are shipped
with the unit.
Low Voltage Wiring
The remote devices described below
require low voltage wiring. All wiring to
and from these remote input devices to
the UCM must be made with shielded,
twisted pair conductors. Be sure to
ground the shielding only at the UCM.
See Figures 34 thru 36 for the
recommended conductor sizes.
Caution: To prevent control
malfunctions, do not run low
voltage wiring (<30 V) in conduit
with conductors carrying more
than 30 volts.
Emergency Stop (Normal Trip)
The UCM provides auxiliary control for
a customer specified/installed latching
tripout. When this customer-furnished
remote contact (5K18) is provided, the
chiller will run normally when the
contact is closed. When the contact
opens, the unit will trip off on a
manually resettable diagnostic. This
condition requires manual reset at the
chiller switch on the front of the UCM.
To connect, first remove the jumper
located between terminals 3 and 4 of
1U1,TB1 on the UCM. Connect low
voltage leads 513 and 514 to those
terminals. Terminal strip locations are
shown in Figures 34 thru 36. Refer to
the field diagrams which are shipped
with the unit.
Silver or gold-plated contacts are
recommended. These customerfurnished contacts must be compatible
with 12 VDC, 45 mA resistive load.
External Circuit Lockout – Circuit #1
The UCM provides auxiliary control of
a customer specified or installed
contact closure, for individual operation
of Circuit #1. If the contact is open, the
refrigerant circuit will not operate.
Upon closure, the refrigerant circuit will
run normally. This feature is used to
restrict total chiller operation, e.g.
during emergency generator
operations.
External circuit lockout will only
function if menu item 3b is enabled.
These customer-supplied contact
closures must be compatible with 12
VDC, 45 mA resistive load. Silver or
gold plated contacts are
recommended.
RTAA 130-200
To install, cut, strip and wire-nut
existing wire loop #W59 on the P43
connector of the 1U4 module to low
voltage leads 45A and 45B.
Connections are shown in the field
diagrams which are shipped with the
unit.
RTAA 240-400
To install, cut, strip and wire-nut
existing wire loop #W53 on the P43
connector of the 1U4 module to low
voltage leads 568 and 569. Connections
are shown in the field diagrams which
are shipped with the unit.
External Circuit Lockout – Circuit #2
The UCM provides auxiliary control of
a customer specified or installed
contact closure, for individual operation
of Circuit #2. If the contact is open, the
refrigerant circuit will not operate.
Upon closure, the refrigerant circuit will
run normally. This feature is used to
restrict total chiller operation, e.g.
during emergency generator
operations.
These customer-supplied contact
closures must be compatible with 12
VDC, 45 mA resistive load. Silver or
gold plated contacts are
recommended.
External circuit lockout will only
function if menu item 3b is enabled.
RTAA 130-200
To install, cut, strip and wire-nut
existing wire loop #W60 on the P53
connector of the 1U5 module to low
voltage leads 46A and 46B.
Connections are shown in the field
diagrams which are shipped with the
unit.
RTAA 240-400
To install, cut, strip and wire-nut
existing wire loop #W55 on the P63
connector of the 1U6 module to low
voltage leads 566 and 567. Connections
are shown in the field diagrams which
are shipped with the unit.
Ice Making Option
Menu Item 32 must be Enabled. The
UCM provides auxiliary control for a
customer specified/installed contact
closure for ice making. When contact
(5K20) is provided, the chiller will run
normally when the contact is open.
Upon contact closure, the UCM will
initiate an ice-building mode, in which
the unit runs fully loaded at all times.
Ice-building shall be terminated either
by opening the contact or based on the
entering evaporator water temperature
(Menu Item 33 = Setpoint). The UCM
will not permit the ice-building mode to
be reentered until the unit has been
switched out of ice-building mode
(open 5K20 contacts) and then
switched back into ice-building mode
(close 5K20 contacts.)
In ice-building, both the 1.5 F/min.
pulldown rate limit and freeze
avoidance will be ignored and the
current unit setpoint will be set at
120%. For example, if the Front Panel
or External Current Limit setpoint is set
to 80%, in ice-building the Active
Current Limit is 120%.
If, while in ice-building mode, the unit
gets down to the freezestat setting
(water or refrigerant), the unit will shut
down on a manually resettable
diagnostic, just as in normal operation.
Connect leads 501 and 502 from 5K20
to the proper terminals of 1U2,TB1 on
the UCM, as shown in Figures 34 thru
36. Refer to the field diagrams which
are shipped with the unit.
Silver or gold-plated contacts are
recommended. These customer
furnished contacts must be compatible
with 12 VDC, 45 mA resistive load.
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External Chilled Water
Setpoint (CWS):
Remote Resistor/Potentiometer,
V oltage Source 2-10 VDC, or
Current Source 4-20 mA
This option allows the external setting
of the Chilled Water Setpoint,
independent of the Front Panel Chilled
Water Setpoint, by one of three means:
1. A remote resistor/potentiometer
input (fixed or adjustable)
Figure 38
Resistor and Potentiometer
Arrangement for External Chilled
Water Setpoint
2. An isolated voltage input 2-10 VDC
3. An isolated current loop input
4-20 mA
Methods 2 and 3 are usually used in
interfacing with a Generic BAS or a
process controller to the chiller.
To enable external setpoint operation,
Item 30 of Menu 3, “External Chilled
Water Setpoint d/E”, should be set to
“E” using the Front Panel Operator
Interface.
1. Remote Resistor/Potentiometer Input
(fixed or adjustable)
Connect the remote resistor and/or
potentiometer to terminals TB1 -3
and TB1 -5 of Options Module 1U2,
as shown in Figure 38.
For units with 40 F to 60 F LCWS
range, a field-furnished 25 Kohm
linear taper potentiometer (±10%)
and a fixed 5.6 Kohm (±10%) 1/4 watt
resistor should be used.
For units with 20 F to 39 F LCWS
range, a field-furnished 25 Kohm
linear taper potentiometer (±1 0%)
and a fixed 15 Kohm (±1 0%) 1/4 watt
resistor should be used.
If the potentiometer is to be remotely
mounted, it and the resistor must be
connected to the UCM prior to
mounting. Then, with the UCM
display in Menu 0 and the display
advanced to “Active Chilled Water
Setpoint”, the UCM can be used to
calibrate the positions of the
potentiometer to correspond with
the desired settings for the leaving
water temperature. External resistor
input values for various chilled water
setpoints are shown in Table 13.
Table 13
Input Values Vs. External Chilled Water Setpoint
Set DIP Switch SW1-1 of Options
Module 1U2 to “OFF”. Connect the
voltage source to terminals TB1 -4 (+)
and TB1 -5 (-) on Options Module
1U2. CWS is now based on the
following equation:
CW Setpoint 0 F = (VDC x 8.125) -
16.25
Sample values for CWS vs. VDC
signals are shown in Table 13.
Minimum setpoint
= 0 F (2.0 VDC input)
Maximum setpoint
= 65 F (9.4 VDC input)
Maximum continuous input voltage
= 15 VDC
Input impedance = 40.1 Kohms
SW1 -1 off)
3. Isolated 4-20 mA Current Source
Input
Set DIP Switch SW1-1 of Options
Module 1U2 to “ON”. Connect the
current source to terminals TB1-4
(+)and TB1-5 (-). CWS is now based
on the following equation:
Setpoint °F = (mA x 4.0625) - 16.25
Sample values for CWS vs. mA
signals are shown in Table 13.
Minimum setpoint = 0 F (4.0 mA)
Maximum setpoint = 65 F (18.8 mA)
Maximum continuous = 30 mA
input current
Input impedance = 499 ohms
SW1 -1 on)
Note: The negative terminal TB1 -5 is
referenced to the UCM chassis ground.
To assure correct operation, 2-10 VDC
or 4-20 mA signals must be isolated or
“floating” with respect to the UCM
chassis ground. See Figures 34 thru 36.
External Current Limit Setpoint
(CLS): Remote Resistor/
Potentiometer, Voltage Source 2-10
VDC or Current Source 4-20 mA
This option allows the external setting
of the Current Limit Setpoint,
independent of the Front Panel Current
Limit Setpoint, by one of three means:
1. A remote resistor/potentiometer
input (fixed or adjustable)
2. An isolated voltage input 2-10 VDC
3. An isolated current loop input 4-20
mA
Methods 2 and 3 are usually used in
To enable external Current Limit
Setpoint operation, Item 31 of Menu 3,
“External Current Limit Setpoint WE”,
should be set to “E” using the Front
Panel Operator Interface.
1. Remote Resistor/Potentiometer Input
To cover the entire range of Current
Limit Setpoints; (40 to 120%), a field
furnished 50 Kohm log taper
potentiometer (±10%) and a fixed
820 ohm (±1 0%) 1/4 Waft resistor
should be wired in series and
connected to terminals TB1 -6 and
TB1 -8, of options module 1U2, as
shown in Figure 39.
interfacing with a Generic BAS.
Table 14
Input Values Vs. External Current Limit Setpoint
Figure 39
Resistor and Potentiometer
Arrangement for External
Current Limit Setpoint
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If the potentiometer is to be remotely
mounted, it and the resistor must be
connected to the UCM prior to
mounting. Then, with the UCM display
in Menu 0 and the display advanced to
“Active Current Limit Setpoint”, the
UCM can be used to calibrate the
positions of the potentiometer to
correspond with the desired settings
for the current limits. External resistor
input values for various current limit
setpoints are shown in Table 14.
2. 2-10 VDC Voltage Source Input
Set DIP Switch SW1-2 of Options
Module 1U2 to “OFF”. Connect the
voltage source to terminals TB1 -7 (+)
and TB1 -8 (-) of Options
Module 1U2. CLS is now based on the
following equation:
CL Setpoint % = (VDC x 10) + 20
Sample values for CLS vs. VDC signals
3. 4-20 mA Current Source Input
Set DIP Switch SW1-2 of Options
Module 1U2 to “ON”. Connect the
current source to terminals TB1 -7 (+)
and TB1 -8 (-) of Options Module 1U2.
CLS is now based on the following
equation:
CL Setpoint % = (mA x 5) + 20
Sample values for CLS vs. mA signals
are shown in Table 14.
Minimum setpoint = 40% (4.0 mA)
Maximum setpoint = 120% (20.0 mA)
Maximum continuous input current
= 30 mA
Input impedance = 499 ohms
(SW1 - 2 on)
Note: The negative terminal TB1 -8 is
referenced to the UCM chassis ground.
To assure correct operation, 2-10 VDC
or 4-20 mA signals must be isolated or
“floating” with respect to the UCM
chassis ground. See Figures 31 thru 32.
Optional Bidirectional
Communications Link (BCL)
This option allows the UCM in the
control panel to exchange information
(e.g. operating setpoints and Auto/
Standby commands) with a higher
level control device, such as a Tracer, a
multiple-machine controller or a
remote display panel. A shielded,
twisted-pair connection establishes the
bidirectional communications link
between the unit control panel and the
Tracer, multiple-machine controller or
remote display panel.
Note: The shielded, twisted-pair
conductors must run in a separate
conduit.
Caution: To prevent control
malfunctions, do not run low
voltage wiring (<30 V) in conduit
with conductors carrying more
than 30 volts.
General
Field wiring for the communication link
must meet the following requirements:
1. All wiring must be in accordance
with the NEC and local codes.
2. Communication link wiring must be
18 AWG shielded, twisted-pair wiring
(Belden 8760, or equivalent).
3. The maximum total wire length for
each communication link is 5,000
feet.
4. The communication link cannot pass
between buildings.
5. All UCM’s on the communication link
can be connected in a “daisy chain”
configuration.
Communication Link
Connection Procedure
1. Refer to the T racer installation
literature to determine proper
communication link termination
connections at the Tracer unit.
2. Refer to RTAA-IOM-2 for installation/
operation of Remote Display Panel.
3. Connect the shield of the
communication link wiring to the
designated shield terminal at the
Tracer unit.
4. Connect leads 561 and 562 from the
proper terminals of 1U2,TB2 on the
UCM to the T racer, as shown in
Figures 31 thru 33. There is no
polarity requirement for this
connection.
5. At the UCM the shield should be cut
and taped to prevent any contact
between the shield and ground. See
Figures 31 thru 33.
Note: On multiple-unit installations,
splice the shielding of the two
twisted-pairs that come into each
UCM in the “daisy chain” system.
Tape the spliced connections to
prevent any contact between the
shield and ground. At the last UCM
in the chain, the shield should be cut
and taped off.
6. For unit ICS address selection see
menu item “4C”.
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Installation Check List
Complete this checklist as the unit is
installed, to verify that all
recommended procedures are
accomplished before the unit is started.
This checklist does not replace the
detailed Instructions given in the
“Installation -Mechanical” and
“Installation -Electrical” sections of this
manual. Read both sections
completely, to become familiar with the
installation procedures, prior to
beginning the work.
Receiving
[ ] V erify that the unit nameplate data
corresponds to the ordering
information.
[ ] Inspect the unit for shipping
damage and any shortages of
materials. Report any damage or
shortage to the carder .
Unit Location and Mounting
[ ] Inspect the location desired for
installation and verify adequate
service access clearances.
[ ] Provide drainage for evaporator
water.
[ ] Remove and discard all shipping
materials (cartons, etc.)
[ ] Install optional spring isolators, if
required.
[ ] Level the unit and secure it to the
mounting surface.
Unit Piping
[ ] Flush all unit water piping before
making final connections to the unit.
Caution: If using an acidic
commercial flushing solution,
construct a temporary bypass
around the unit to prevent damage
to internal components of the
evaporator .
Caution: To avoid possible
equipment damage, do not use
untreated or improperly treated
system water.
[ ] Connect the chilled water piping to
the evaporator.
[ ] Install pressure gauges and shutoff
valves on the chilled water inlet and
outlet to the evaporator.
[ ] Install a water strainer in the
entering chilled water line.
[ ] Install a balancing valve and flow
switch (discretionary) in the leaving
chilled water line.
[ ] Install a drain with shutoff valve or a
drain plug on the evaporator.
[ ] Vent the chilled water system at
high points in the system piping.
[ ] Apply heat tape and insulation, as
necessary, to protect all exposed
piping from freeze-up.
Electrical Wiring
WARNING: To prevent injury or
death, disconnect electrical
power source before completing
wiring connections to the unit.
Caution: To avoid corrosion and
overheating at terminal
connections, use copper
conductors only.
[ ] Connect the unit power supply
wiring with fused-disconnect to the
terminal block (or unit-mounted
disconnect) in the power section of
the control panel.
[ ] Connect the control power supply
wiring with fused-disconnect to the
terminal strip in the power section
of the control panel.
[ ] Connect power supply wiring to the
evaporator heat tape. Connect leads
551 and 552 to terminals 11 and 12
of terminal strip 1TB3.
[ ] Connect power supply wiring to the
chilled water pump.
[ ] Connect power supply wiring to any
auxiliary heat tapes.
[ ] Connect the auxiliary contact of the
chilled water pump (5K1) in series
with the optional flow switch, if
installed, and then connect to the
proper terminals.
[ ] For the External Start/Stop function,
install wiring from remote contacts
(5K5, 5K21) to the proper terminals
on terminal strip 1U1TB3.
Caution: Information in
Interconnecting Wiring: Chilled
Water Pump Interlock and External
Auto/Stop must be adhered to or
equipment damage may occur.
[ ] If the remote alarm/running/
maximum capacity contacts are
used, install leads 525 thru 532 from
the panel to the proper terminals on
terminal strip 1U1TB4.
[ ] If the emergency stop function is
used, install low voltage leads 513
and 514 to terminals 3 and 4 of
1U1TB1.
[ ] If indoor zone temperature is to be
used, install leads 501 and 502 on
6RT4 to the proper terminals on
1U2TB1.
[ ] If the ice making-option is used,
install leads 501 and 502 on 5K20 to
the proper terminals on 1U2TB1.
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Operating
Principles –
Mechanical
General
This section describes the mechanical
operating principles of Series R aircooled chillers equipped with
microcomputer-based control systems.
The 130 thru 400-ton Model RTAA units
are dual-circuited, helical-rotary type
air-cooled liquid chillers. The basic
components of an RTAA unit are:
- Unit Control Module (UCM)
- Unit-mounted panel
- Helical-rotary compressor
- Direct Expansion evaporator
- Air-cooled condenser
- Oil supply system (hydraulic and
lubrication)
- Interconnecting piping
Components of a typical RTAA unit are
identified in Figures 1 thru 6.
Refrigeration
(Cooling) Cycle
Cycle Description
Figures 40 and 41 represent the
refrigeration system and control
components. Vaporized refrigerant
leaves the evaporator and is drawn into
the compressor . Here it is compressed
and leaves the compressor as a
mixture of hot gas and oil (which was
injected during the compression cycle).
The mixture enters the oil separator at
the two in/out caps. The separated oil
flows to the bottom of the separator ,
while the refrigerant gas flows out the
top and passes on to the tubes in the
condensing coils. Here circulating air
removes heat from the refrigerant and
condenses it.
The condensed refrigerant passes
through the electronic expansion valve
and into the tubes of the evaporator .
As the refrigerant vaporizes, it cools the
system water that surrounds the tubes
in the evaporator.
Compressor Description
The compressors used by the Model
RTAA Series “R” Air-cooled chiller
consists of two distinct components:
the motor and the rotors. Refer to
Figure 42.
Compressor Motor
A two-pole, hermetic, squirrel-cage
induction motor directly drives the
compressor rotors. The motor is cooled
by suction refrigerant gas from the
evaporator, entering the end of the
motor housing through the suction
line, as shown in Figures 40 and 41.
Compressor Rotors
The compressor is a semi-hermetic,
direct drive helical rotary type
compressor. Each compressor has only
three moving parts: T wo rotors “male” and ‘female” - provide
compression, and a slide valve controls
capacity. See Figure 42. The male rotor
is attached to, and driven by, the motor,
and the female rotor is, in turn, driven
by the male rotor. Separately housed
bearing sets are provided at each end
both rotors. The slide valve is located
of
above, and moves along, the top of the
rotors.
The helical rotary compressor is a
positive displacement device. The
refrigerant from the evaporator is
drawn into the suction opening at the
end of the motor barrel, through a
suction strainer screen, across the
motor, and into the intake of the
compressor rotor section. The gas is
then compressed and discharged
directly into the discharge line.
There is no physical contact between
the rotors and compressor housing.
The rotors contact each other at the
point where the driving action between
the male and female rotors occurs. Oil
is injected along the top of the
compressor rotor section, coating both
rotors and the compressor housing
interior. Although this oil does provide
rotor lubrication, its primary purpose is
to seal the clearance spaces between
the rotors and compressor housing.
A positive seal between these internal
parts enhances compressor efficiency
by limiting leakage between the high
pressure and low pressure cavities.
Capacity control is accomplished by
means of a slide valve assembly
located in the rotor section of the
compressor. Positioned along the top
of the rotors, the slide valve is driven
by a piston/cylinder along an axis that
parallels those of the rotors.
Compressor load condition is dictated
by the position of the slide valve over
the rotors. When the slide valve is fully
extended over the rotors and away
from the discharge end, the
compressor is fully loaded. Unloading
occurs as the slide valve is drawn
towards the discharge end. Slide valve
unloading lowers refrigeration capacity
by reducing the compression surface of
the rotors.
Compressor Loading Sequence
When there is a call for chilled water ,
the UCM will start the compressor
which has the least number of starts. If
the first compressor cannot satisfy the
demand, the UCM will start another
compressor and then balance the load
on all compressors by pulsing the load/
unload solenoids.
The load on the compressors will be
kept in balance, as load fluctuates, until
the demand for chilled water is reduced
to a level that can be handled by one
compressor . At this time, the UCM will
drop off the compressor that has the
greatest number of operating hours
and will adjust the load on the other
compressor, as required.
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Figure 40
Refrigeration System and
Control Components
Single Circuit
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Figure 40
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1 Schrader valve
2 Suction temperature sensor*
3 Manufacturing process tube
4 Suction service valve (optional)
5 Motor winding thermostat*
6 Discharge temperature sensor*
7 Pressure relief valve (450 psi)
8 High pressure cutout (405 psi)*
9 Discharge check valve
10 Evaporator waterside vent
11 Discharge line shutoff valve
12 Oil separator in/out cap
13 Saturated condensing temperature
Domestic Water Heater)
42 Oil line bypass solenoid valve
(option, Domestic Water Heater)
*UCM Input/Output Control
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Oil System Operation
Overview
Oil that collects in the bottom of the oil
separator is at condensing pressure
during compressor operation;
therefore, oil is constantly moving to
lower pressure areas. Refer to
Figure 43.
As the oil leaves the separator, it passes
through the air-cooled oil cooler at the
top of the condensing coils. It then
goes through the service valve and
filter . At this point, some of the oil is
used to control the slide valve
movement in the compressor , via the
load/unload solenoids. The remaining
oil passes through the oil master
solenoid valve and performs the
functions of compressor bearing
lubrication and compressor oil
injection. If the compressor stops for
any reason, the master solenoid valve
closes, isolating the oil charge in the
separator and oil cooler during “off”
periods.
To ensure proper lubrication and
minimize refrigerant condensation in
the compressor, a heater is mounted
on the bottom of the compressor
housing. A signal from the UCM
energizes this heater during the
compressor “Off” cycle to keep
refrigerant from condensing in the
compressor. The heater element is
continuously energized.
Domestic Water Heater
The Domestic Water Heater option
utilizes available waste heat from the
compressor oil circuit, to heat domestic
or process water. Normally, the excess
heat is dissipated to the atmosphere by
fans moving air over the oil cooler.
The high temperature oil that leaves
the oil separator enters the domestic
water heater. Heat is transferred from
the oil to the cool water that enters the
heater. The oil then passes either
through the unit’s air-cooled oil cooler,
where additional heat is removed, if
required, or through the air-cooled oil
cooler bypass solenoid, that is
operated by a thermostat on the oil
supply line.
Water that is heated in the domestic
water heater exits the heater and flows
to the system.
Figure 43
RTAA Compressor Oil System
Schematic
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Oil Separator
The oil separator consists of a Ushaped tube, joined at the top by the
refrigerant discharge line from the
compressor. As shown in Figure 44, the
discharge line is essentially tangential
to the U-tubes. This causes the
refrigerant to swirl in the tubes and
throws the oil to the outside, where it
collects on the walls and flows to the
bottom. The compressed refrigerant
vapor, stripped of oil droplets, exits out
the top of the oil separator and is
discharged into the condensing coils.
Compressor Bearing Oil Supply
Oil is injected into the bearing housings
located at each end of both the male
and female rotors. Each bearing
housing is vented to compressor
suction, so that oil leaving the bearings
returns through the compressor rotors
to the oil separator.
Figure 44
Oil Separator
Compressor Rotor Oil Supply
Oil flows through this circuit directly
from the master solenoid valve
through the oil filter to the top of the
compressor rotor housing. There it is
injected along the top of the rotors to
seal clearance spaces between the
rotors and the compressor housing
and to lubricate the rotors.
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Slide Valve Movement
Movement of the slide valve piston
determines slide valve position which,
in turn, regulates compressor capacity.
Oil flow into and out of the cylinder
governs piston movement, and is
controlled by the normally-closed, load
and unload solenoid valves.
The solenoid valves receive
momentary pulsating “load” and
“Unload” voltage signals from the
UCM based on system cooling
requirements.
the UCM opens the load solenoid valve
while keeping the unload solenoid
valve closed. The pressurized oil flow
then enters the cylinder and forces the
slide valve to move over the rotors.
The compressor is unloaded when the
load solenoid valve is kept closed and
the unload solenoid valve is opened.
Oil “trapped” within the cylinder is
drawn out into the lower-pressure
suction area of the compressor. As the
pressurized oil leaves the cylinder, the
slide valve gradually moves away from
the rotors.
both solenoid valves are closed,
When
the present level of compressor loading
is maintained.
Just prior to a normal compressor
shutdown, the unload solenoid valve is
energized and the slide valve moves to
the fully-unloaded position, so the unit
always starts fully unloaded.
To load the compressor,
Oil Filter
Each refrigerant circuit is equipped with
replaceable-element oil filters. The
filter(s) remove any impurities that
could foul the solenoid valve orifices
and compressor internal oil supply
galleries. This also prevents excessive
wear of compressor rotor and bearing
surfaces. Refer to the maintenance
portion of this manual for
recommended filter element
replacement intervals.
Condenser Fans
The RTAA Series offers either the 15 F
or 0 F ambient fan configuration. On
the 0 F ambient option, the lead fan(s)
on each circuit is a half-airflow (halfpitch blade) fan(s). Half pitch fans have
a blade pitch of 150 and full pitch fans
have a blade pitch of 27°.
Figures 45 and 46 show the number of
fans installed on each model, the
designation of fan contactors and the
staging of fans as the UCM calls for
more condenser cooling. Fan staging is
a function of the difference between
the saturated condenser refrigerant
temperature and the saturated
evaporator refrigerant temperature,
which in turn is a function of the load
and ambient temperature. Any number
of fans can be operating at a given
time, depending on these variables.
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Figure 45
Fan Configurations – RTAA 130-200 Tons
15 F Minimum Ambient
All fans will be Full Airflow (Full Pitch Blade) Fans:
Circuit #1 is on the right side of the unit from the control panel.
Circuit #2 is on the left side of the unit from the control panel.
# Of Fans# Of FansUCM Outputs
TonsCircuit #1Circuit #2Per Circuit# Fan Steps/Circuit
1305545 & 5 respectively
For ST ANDARD air-cooled (RTAA) Chillers, the mapping of UCM outputs to fan staging shall be as follows:
Fan Contactor5 Fan Circuit6 Fan Circuit7 Fan Circuit
*The first fan on each single compressor circuit is a Half Airflow (Half Pitch Blade) Fan.
**The first two fans on each dual compressor circuit are Half Airflow (Half Pitch Blade) Fans.
For 0 F AMBIENT OPTION air-cooled (RTAA) Chillers, the mapping of UCM outputs to fan staging shall be as follows:
Fan Contactor5 & 10 Fan Circuit6 & 12 Fan Circuit7 & 14 Fan Circuit
Single Comp. Ckt.1*1121*1221*123
Dual Comp. Ckt. 2*2242*2442*2*246
* = Half AirFlow Fan
SingleDual
ComprCompr
CktCkt
0.00.0 –––––– ––––––
0.51 x–––x– ––x–––
12 –x–––x –––x––
1.53 xx––xx ––xx––
24 –xx––– x–––x–
2.55 xx x–x– x–x–x–
36 –x–x–x x––––x
3.57xx–xxxx–x––x
48 –xx x–– xx–x–x
4.59 xxxxx– xxxx–x
5.511 ––––xx xxx–xx
6.513 –––––– ––xxxx
X = ON
# Of Fans# Of FansUCM Outputs
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Operating Principles –
Adaptive Control
™
Microprocessor Logic
General
The exclusive Trane Adaptive Control
logic is comprised of a system of
individual modules called the Unit
Control Module (UCM), located in the
Control Panel. The system consists of
four types of microprocessor-based
components and the operator interface,
as shown in Figures 47 thru 51. The
processors are:
Chiller Module (Base or Deluxe) - 1U1
Communication and Setpoint Reset
(240 -400 ton units) - 1U8
The Adaptive Control Chiller Module is
available in two versions, a base model
and a deluxe model. The deluxe model
offers the additional features of:
1. Under/Over Voltage Protection
(Includes U/O voltage sense
transformer).
2. Display of Compressor Starts and
Hours
3. Display of % Line Volts
4. Alarm/Running/Max Capacity
Contacts
Local operator interface with the
system is accomplished using the four
display buttons on the LICK Data
readouts are shown on the seven-digit,
digital display. The three-position
switch is used to set chiller operation.
Digital Display
The digital display shows:
both operating and diagnostic codes
•
compressor status indicators
•
settings of a local setpoints and
•
adjustments
actual controlling setpoints
•
specified temperatures
•
specified pressures
•
enable/disable status of features and
•
options
selection status of Sl units or English
•
units for display of temperatures and
pressures
All display segments and any used
decimal points will be briefly turned on
to provide a visual test of their
operation , following a Power-OnReset. The chiller operating codes (“A”
prefix) will then be displayed. The data
to be shown on the digital display is
selected by using the Display Up and
Display Down keys. Changing of the
display and menus is discussed below.
The digital display will light an indicator
at the bottom of the display, above the
“A”, “B”, “C” or “D” and circuit 1 or
circuit 2. In Menu 0, these indicators
show which compressor/circuit is
running. In Menu 2, these indicators
show which compressor/circuit is
related to the displayed parameter.
A “Circuit Lockout” indicator will be lit
if either circuit is enabled (E) in Menu 1
A (Circuit Lockout) or either circuit is
“OFF” on its external Circuit Lockout
contacts and Menu 3B, (External Circuit
Lockout) is enabled (E).
There are six menus, four of which are
shown on the operator interface panel
and two factory displays, which are
described later in this section. The
menus are numbered as follows:
Operating Display - Menu 0
Service #1 Display - Menu 1
Service #2 Display - Menu 2
Auxiliary Options Display - Menu 3
Factory Display - Menu 4
Factory Display - Menu 5
Each menu can be considered to be a
page of data, formatted as shown in
Figure 52. The operator can view one
line of the menu at a time (menu item)
on the digital display and can scroll
through the menu by using the Display
Up and Display Down keys. For
example, when the digital display
shows “P 0”, the UCM is in the
“Operating Display” menu. By
depressing the Display Down key one
time, the next line of the menu,
“Operating Code”, will be shown as an
“A”, along with the current unit
operating status. All operating and
diagnostic codes are described on the
“Condition Codes” label, as shown in
Figure 53.
There are a few exceptions to the
scrolling function. When a menu
selection represents multiple pieces of
information:
“C” Menu Item - Other Diagnostic
Codes”: When this menu item is
selected, depressing the Display Down
key will display diagnostic history in
code number sequence. Use the
Display Up key to return to the top of
the list. While in the “C” menu item,
flashing indicates that the information
is currently “true”, whereas steady, or
non-flashing indicates historic data
only. The digital display will not
advance to the next item (d) until all
diagnostics have been displayed. If
there are no diagnostics to display, the
data field will be blank for one key
stroke.
Compressor/Circuit Parameters:
Because the unit has two, three or four
compressors and two refrigerant
circuits, items that refer to compressors
or circuits will remain selected until
information for all have been
displayed. For example, assume a
“29”, “Compressor Starts”, menu
selection on a two compressor unit.
The menu numbered “29” will be
displayed and the indicator over the
“A” compressor will be flashing. By
depressing the Display Down key one
time, the “29” will remain but the
indicator light over the “B” compressor
will be flashing. Another Display Down
key stroke will display menu “2A”,
Compressor Hours, with compressor
“A” indicator flashing. If either the
Display Up or Display down keys are
held down, the scrolling will continue
until the key is released, or until
reaching the top or bottom of the
menu. In this case, the display will
return to the “P” menu position and
stop.
To change menus, scroll to the “P”
menu position and use the Set Point
Up or Set Point Down keys. For
example, assume that the display
shows “P 0” and it is desired to view
the Auxiliary Options on Menu 3.
Depress the Set Point Up key three
times and the “P 3” menu will be
displayed. To return to Menu 0, depress
the Set Point Down key three times or
Set Point Up key once (to wrap around)
and “P 0” will be displayed. This
procedure will work for menus 0
through 3.
A combination of key strokes is
required to access menus 4 and 5. With
the display in the “P” menu position
(P), use the Set Point Up and Down
keys to display “0, 1, 2, 1, 2, 3, 2, 3, 4”.
Once in the “P 4” menu, use the Set
Point Up key to access menu 5.
All menus are always accessible,
whether the unit is in a “running” or
‘stopped” mode.
Figure 52
Menu Formats
OPERATING DISPLAY - MENU 0
Selected by setting the number 0 in the “P” menu item. Compressor/circuit
indicators will be lit Continuously in this menu to indicate which compressors/
circuits are running. All items of Menu 0 are display only. Setpoint changes must
be made in other menus.
Display Code and Description
PMenu Number
A Operating Code
bLast Diagnostic Code
COther Diagnostic Codes
dActive Chilled Water Setpoint*
EEvaporator Entering Water Temperature
FEvaporator Leaving Water Temperature
LActive Current Limit Setpoint
*Dashes are displayed for the setpoint when the chiller is either in the
“Ice Building” or “Ice Building Complete” mode.
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Figure 52
Menu Formats (Continued)
SERVICE #1 DISPLAY – MENU 1
Selected by setting the number 1 in the “P” menu item. The compressor circuit indicators will not be lit continuously in this
menu to indicate which compressors are running. As the menu is advanced, the appropriate compressor/circuit indicator will
flash.
Display Code and DescriptionDefaultsRange
PMenu Number
10Front Panel Chilled Water Setpoint44 F0 to 65 F
11Design Delta Temperature Setpoint10 F4 to 30 F
12Differential to Start Setpoint2 F2 to 30 F
13Front Panel Current Limit Setpoint120%40 to 120%
14Outdoor Air Temperature (Optional)
15Low Ambient Lockout - d/E (Optional)d
16Low Ambient Lockout Setpoint - d/E (Optional)*20 F-20 to 40 F
17Cond. Entering Water Temperature (Optional) RTAA Non Applicable
18Cond. Leaving Water Temperature (Optional) RTAA = Non Applicable
19Service Pumpdown d/E (Stop/Reset only)**d
1ACircuit Lockout d/E**d
1bCircuit Diagnostics Reset**d
*Dashes are displayed for the setpoint when the Low Ambient Lockout (15) is disabled.
**Displayed by Compressor/Circuit
SERVICE #2 DISPLAY - MENU 2
Selected by setting the number 2 in the “P” menu item. Compressor/Circuit indicators shall not be lit continuously in this
menu to indicate which compressors are running. As the menu is advanced, the appropriate compressor/circuit indicator will
flash.
Display Code and DescriptionDefaultsRange
PMenu Number
20Compressor Mode*
21Compressor Suction Refrigerant Temp.*
22Compressor Evap. Refrigerant Temp.*
23Evaporator Refrigerant Pressure*
24Saturated Condenser Refrigerant Temp.*
25Condenser Refrigerant Pressure*
26EXV Test - d/E (Only in STOP/RESET)*d
27Compressor % RLA (Highest leg)*
28% Line Volts (Optional)
29Compressor Starts (Optional)*
2ACompressor Hours (Optional)*
2bCompressor Test d/Ed
*Displayed by compressor/circuit
Compressor Starts, Compressor Hours and % Line Volts will be displayed as dashes (e.g. “2A when this option is not installed.
After the EXV test has been completed, the “E” will be automatically reset to “d”.
See “Electronic Expansion Valve (EXV) Test”.
The Condenser Refrigerant Pressure and the Evaporator Refrigerant Pressure, displayed on the UCM, are the saturated
condenser and evaporator temperatures converted to R-22 pressure readings. The units are PSIG (Kilopascal gauge) and
referenced to an elevation of sea level or 14.6960 psia (101.3289 KPa absolute).
UCM BasedSetpoint
UCM BasedSetpoint
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Figure 52
Menu Formats (Continued)
AUXILIARY OPTIONS – MENU 3
Selected by setting the number 3 in the “P” menu number position. Compressor/circuit indicators will not be lit continuously
in this menu to indicate which compressors/circuits are running.
UCM BasedSetpoint
Display Code and DescriptionDefaultsRange
PMenu Number
30External Chilled Water Setpoint - d/Ed
31External Current Limit Setpoint - d/Ed
32Ice Machine Control - d/Ed
33Active-Ice Termination Setpoint*
34Front Panel Ice Termination Setpoint27 F20 to 31 F
35Return Reset - d/E**d
36Zone Reset - d/E**d
37Outdoor Reset - d/E**d
38Reset Ratio Setpoint***
39Start Reset Setpoint***
3AMaximum Reset Setpoint***
3bExternal Circuit Lockout d/Ed
***The UCM contains setpoints for each of the types of reset. The setpoint displayed will be for the type of reset enabled.
Return50%10 to 120%
Zone100%50 to 300%
Outdoor10%-80 to 80%
Return10 F4 to 30 F
Zone78 F55 to 85 F
Outdoor90 F50 to 130 F
Return5 F0 to 20 F
Zone5 F0 to 20 F
Outdoor5 F0 to 20 F
*Dashes are displayed for the setpoint when the chiller is not in the “Ice Building” or “Ice Building Complete” mode.
**The UCM will permit only one type of reset (Return, Zone, or Outdoor) to be selected at one time. For example, if Return
Reset is enabled, an attempt to enable Zone Reset would disable RETURN RESET and enable Zone Reset automatically.
If no reset is enabled, dashes will be displayed.
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Figure 52
Menu Formats (Continued)
FACTORY DISPLAY #1 - MENU 4
Caution: Do not leave unit unattended while in Menu 4 or 5. Inadvertent unit safety setpoint changes could occur.
Selected by setting the number 4 in the “P” menu item. Unlike menus 0 through 3, the number 4 can only be set by entering a
combination of numbers. This combination consists of a sequence of “P” menu numbers -0, 1, 2, 1, 2, 3, 2, 3. 4.
Compressor/circuit indicators will not be lit continuously in this menu to indicate which compressors are running. As the
menu is advanced the appropriate compressor/circuit indicator will flash.
Display Code and DescriptionDefaultsRange
PMenu Number
40Leaving water Temp. Cutout Setpoint35 F-10 to 35 F
41Low Refrigerant Temp. Cutout Setpoint22 F-39 to 35 F
42Condenser Limit Setpoint - % HPC90%80 to 120%
43Lead/Lag - d/EE
44SI Display Units - d/Ed
45Unit Line Voltage*460 V
46Under/Over Voltage Protection - d/Ed
47Phase Imbalance Protection d/EE
48Phase Reversal Protection d/EE
49Superheat Setpoint8 F4 to 20 F
4AEXV Control Response Setpoint**202 to 200
4bLWT Control Response Setpoint402 to 220
4CICS Address (Optional)
4dFan Control Deadband Bias**0-50 to +50
4EProgrammable Relay Setup11 to 12
(see Alarm/Running/Maximum Capacity Contact Outputs)
4FRestart Inhibit Timer120 sec.30 to 120 sec.
*Entry will be selected from 200, 220, 230, 346, 380, 415, 460, 500 or 575 volts. Dashes will be displayed if the Under/Over
Voltage Protection option is not installed.
**Displayed by circuit.
UCM BasedSetpoint
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Figure 52
Menu Formats (Continued)
FACTORY DISPLAY #2 - MENU 5
Caution: Do not leave unit unattended while in Menu 4 or 5. Inadvertent unit safety setpoint changes could occur.
Selected by setting the number 5 in the “P” menu item. Unlike menus 0 through 3, the number 5 can only be set after menu 4
has been selected, as described on the previous page.
Compressor/circuit indicators
menu is advanced the appropriate compressor/circuit indicator will flash.
Display Code and DescriptionDefaultsRange
PMenu Number
50Number of Compressors11, 2, 3, 4
51Compressor Tons*10025, 30, 40,50, 60, 70, 85, 100
52Low Water Temp EXV Gain Compensation d/ed
53Fan Control - d/EE
54Fans per Circuit**74, 5. 6,7. 8, 10, 12, 14
55Reduced Inrush Starting - d/Ed
56Compressor Current Overload Setting (to match DIP Switch)*0000 to 31
57GP Compressor Unit d/Ed
58Low Ambient - Half Air Flow Fan d/Ed
59LATSM d/Ed
5ANNS d/Ed
5bNumber of EXV Valves per Circuit**11. 2
5cFuture Option**d
*Displayed by compressor.
**Displayed by circuit
will not be lit continuously in this menu to indicate which compressors are running. As the
UCM BasedSetpoint
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Figure 53
Condition/Diagnostic Codes
Condition Codes
UNIT OPERATING STATUSCOMPRESSOR OPERATING STATUS
CODEDESCRIPTIONCODEDESCRIPTION
BlankUCM Power Off00Compressor Stop
FLASHING DISPLAY:MEANS:
A xxxA
A xxx ↔ C yyyOperating Code when MMR or MAR occurred. Diagnostic currently inhibiting operation.
b yyyManual reset required to restore full operation. This or other latching diagnostics exist.
C yyyCondition creating MAR, CAR or IFW still exists. If MMR or CMR, manual reset required.
10 uuThe chilled water setpoint is too close to a cutout setpoint.
DASHES:MEANS:
d ----The chiller is in either ice bldg or ice bldg compl; Ivg chld wtr stpt is not applicable.
33 ----The chiller is in normal cooling; the active ice termination setpoint is not applicable.
Other (e.g. 14----)Option either not installed or not enabled.
Top PositionAUTO REMOTE
Middle PositionAUTO LOCAL
Bottom PositionSTOP/RESET
With the switch in the AUTO REMOTE
position, the chiller will operate
normally using remote setpoints. Read
and write remote communications may
be performed. Any call for cooling
based on Leaving Water Temperature
(LWT) and the remote (e.g. Tracer)
setpoints, will start the unit. The active
chilled water setpoint (CWS) can be the
remote CWS, a reset remote setpoint
based on return, zone, or outdoor
temperature reset, or a 4-20 mA/0-10
VDC external CWS. The active Current
Limit Setpoint (CLS) can be the Remote
CLS or a 4-20 mA/0-10 VDC External
CLS. If remote communication is lost,
the UCM will revert to the Front Panel
(or local) chiller settings.
When the chiller switch is in the AUTO
LOCAL position, the chiller will operate
normally using Front Panel (or local)
setpoints. Read and write remote
communications may be performed,
but remote setpoints cannot be used
for control. The unit will run when there
is a call for cooling based on the LWT
and the Front Panel or local setpoints.
The active CWS can be the local
setpoint, a reset setpoint based on
return, zone, or outdoor temperature
reset, or a 4-20 mA/0-10 VDC external
CWS. The active Current Limit Setpoint
can be the local setpoint or a 4-20 mA/
0-10 VDC External CLS. Remote (e.g.
Tracer) setpoints communicated over
the serial communications link will be
ignored, but remote devices can still
read all unit control data.
In the STOP/RESET position, the UCM
is powered but operation of the unit is
prevented. All outputs are de-energized
and the chiller is stopped. The alarm
relay output may be energized if an
alarm condition exists.
If any of the chillers are running when
the chiller is put into the STOP/RESET
position, the chiller will go into the Run:
Unload mode for at least 20 seconds
before shutting down the compressors.
Although not a “position” on the chiller
switch, it can be used to perform the
function of manually resetting all
latching diagnostics and clearing all
historic diagnostics. Latching
diagnostics can be reset by manually
toggling the chiller switch from the
STOP/RESET position to either AUTO
position.
Historic diagnostics (“C” menu item)
can be cleared by depressing the
“Display Down” key while manually
toggling the chiller switch from the
STOP/RESET position to either AUTO
position (no compressor operating).
Moving the chiller switch from the
STOP/RESET position to either AUTO
position will reset the controls, with
one exception. If the chiller operating
status is Run:Unload, this sequence will
go to completion before the reset is
executed. During the completion of the
Run:Unload, the reset is “queued up”
and operated on only after completion
of the Run:Unload. After reset is
completed, the digital display will
return to “A” Operating Code.
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Menu Function
Descriptions and
Selection
Selecting Variables and Options
All variables and options will be set by
depressing the SET POINT UP and SET
POINT DOWN keys. The setpoints will
be increased or decreased by one least
significant digit (1 F, 0. 1 C, or 1 integer
value) with each key depression. If the
key is held down, the setpoint will
continue to be increased or decreased
until the key is released. The minimum
and maximum values of all setpoints
are limited by system design and the
setting operation will stop when either
the minimum or maximum setpoint is
displayed. See Figure 52 for setpoint
ranges.
Options are also selected using the SET
POINT UP and SET POINT DOWN keys.
Use the SET POINT UP key to select the
“Enable” option and the letter “E” will
appear on the display. Use the SET
POINT DOWN key to select the
“Disable” option and the letter “d” will
be displayed. Certain items in Menus 4
and 5 will be integers with various
endpoints and units. See Figure 52.
Menu 0 – Operating Display
A - Operating Code: This is the current
unit operating status, e.g. A 74, which,
as shown in Figure 53, is Run:Normal.
b - Last Diagnostic Code: The last
diagnostic detected by the UCM is
stored and can be seen by displaying
this I item.
C - Other Diagnostics: All diagnostics
detected by the UCM will be stored in
preprescribed code number sequence,
as shown in Figure 53, rather than the
order in which they occurred. All
flashing codes found under this item
are currently active or “Latched”
diagnostics. For additional information,
see “Menus”.
Diagnostics will be stored only once,
even though the diagnostic may have
occurred several times. There is no
chronological sequence to the
diagnostics that may be in the “C”
menu item.
d - Active Chilled W ater Setpoint: The
setpoint (display only) to which the
chiller is controlling. This may be the
same as the Front Panel Chilled water
Setpoint (code 10 in Menu 1), but it
may also be a setpoint that is being
reset or loaded from a remote
controller , such as a Tracer, multiplemachine controller, or a remote display
panel.
E - Evap. Entering W ater Temp.: The
temperature of the water as measured
by the evaporator entering water
temperature sensor . F - Evap. Leaving
Water Temp.: The temperature of the
water as measured by the evaporator
leaving water temperature sensor.
L - Active Current Limit Setpoint: The
current limit setpoint (display only) to
which the chiller is controlled. This may
be the same as the Front Panel Current
Limit setpoint (code 13 in Menu 1), but
it may also be a setpoint that was
loaded from a remote controller, such
as a Tracer, multiple-machine
controller.
Menu 1 – Service #1 Display
10 - Front Panel Chilled Water Setpoint:
The temperature selected at the UCM
for the desired chilled water.
11 - Design Delta Temp. Setpoint: The
difference between the entering and
leaving chilled water temperatures at
full load. This will be a function of GPM
through the evaporator.
12 - Differential To Start Setpoint: This
temperature, when added to the
leaving chilled water setpoint, is the
temperature at which the chiller will be
started.
Note: 1.5 F below chill water setpoint,
the UCM will initiate an integrator to
shut off the l
decrease in cooling load.
13 - Front Panel Current Limit Setpoint,
The percent of current limit selected at
the UCM for the system. See
discussion in “Current Limit Setpoint”.
14 - Outdoor Air Temperature
(Optional): The ambient temperature as
measured by an outdoor temperature
sensor.
ast compressor on a
15 - Low Ambient Lockout (Optional): If
the unit is installed with optional
Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor, the
entry in this code will enable or disable
the setpoint in code 16. See discussion
in “Low Ambient Lockout”.
16 - Low Amb. Lockout Setpoint
(Optional): The temperature of the
outside air below which the unit will
not be permitted to operate. See
discussion in “Low Ambient Lockout”.
17 - Cond. Entering Wtr. Temp.: Not
applicable, with this air-cooled
condenser unit.
18 - Cond. Leaving Wtr. Temp.: Not
applicable, with this air- cooled
condenser unit.
19 - Service Pumpdown: Must be
manually “Enabled” by service
personnel from the UCM display. The
unit must be in STOP/RESET and
service pumpdown can be performed
only once for every power-up of the
UCM. Restart inhibit will be ignored,
the EXV will be prepositioned (20
seconds) and the compressor selected
will start and run for one minute.
Manual closing of the liquid line angle
valve will be required.
Caution: Do not pumpdown
compressor more than once.
1A -Circuit Lockout: Allows service
personnel to set a lockout, preventing a
circuit from operating. With the display
indicating the number of the circuit to
be locked out, change the display to
“E” for circuit lockout. Once circuit
lockout is enabled, the circuit will
remain locked out even through a reset
or power down. Entering a “d” will
return the circuit to operational status.
1b - Circuit Diagnostic Reset: Allows
service personnel to reset a Circuit
Manual Reset (CMR) diagnostic
without having to terminate operation
of the entire chiller via the STOP/RESET
switch. With the display indicating the
number of the circuit to be reset,
change the display to “E” to reset. After
reset, the display will automatically
return to “d”.
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