Trane RT-DS-10 User Manual

RT-DS-10 April 1999
Packaged Rooftop Air Conditioners
23 to 42 Ton (81-148 kW)
Voyager

Features and Benefits

Over the years the Voyager product line has developed into the most complete line of commercial packaged units available. We were first with the Micro when we developed micro­electronic unit controls and we move ahead again with Voyager Commercial products.
©American Standard Inc. 1999
Five new sizes from 23-42 tons (81-148 kW) meet the needs of the changing commercial rooftop marketplace.
Our customers demand units that will have exceptional reliability, meet stringent performance requirements, and be competitively priced. These same requirements drove the design of the original light commercial Voyager and have been carried forward into Voyager Commercial.
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Voyager Commercials features and benefits are comprised of cutting edge technologies like the reliable 3-D Scroll compressor, Trane engineered microprocessor controls, computer­aided run testing, and Integrated Comfort the contractor, the engineer, or the owner you can be certain that when youve chosen Voyager Commercial, youve chosenSimply the best value!
systems. So, whether youre

ContentsContents

Standard Features
Factory installed and commissioned
microelectronic controls Trane 3-D Scroll compressors
Dedicated downflow or horizontal
configuration CV or VAV control
FROSTAT coil frost protection on all
units Supply air overpressurization
protection on VAV units Supply airflow proving
Emergency stop input
Compressor lead-lag
Occupied-unoccupied switching
Timed override activation
FC supply fans
Two-inch (51 mm) standard efficiency
filters Finish exceeds salt spray requirements
of ASTM B117
Optional Features
Electric heat
Natural gas heat
LP gas heat (kit only)
Power exhaust
Barometric relief
High efficiency 2 (51 mm) throwaway
filters High efficiency 4 (102 mm) throwaway
filters High efficiency supply fan motors
Manual fresh air damper
Economizer with dry bulb control
Economizer with reference enthalpy
control Economizer with differential
(comparative) enthalpy control Inlet guide vanes on VAV units
Service valves
Through-the-base electrical provision
Factory mounted disconnect with
external handle (non-fused) Integrated Comfort system control
option Ventilation override
Hinged service access
Factory installed condenser
coil guards
Features and Benefits 2
Model Number Description 9
General Data 10
Application Considerations 13
Selection Procedure 15
Performance Adjustment Factors
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Performance Data 18
Electrical Data 30
Controls 32
Dimensional Data 35
Weights 38
Field Installed Sensors 39
Mechanical Specifications 42
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Trane 3-D® Scroll Compressor
Simple Design with 70% Fewer Parts
Fewer parts than an equal capacity reciprocating compressor means significant reliability and efficiency benefits. The single orbiting scroll eliminates the need for pistons, connecting rods, wrist pins and valves. Fewer parts lead to increased reliability. Fewer moving parts, less rotating mass and less internal friction means greater efficiency than reciprocating compressors.
Patented 3-D Scroll Compliance
Trane 3-D Scroll compliance provides important reliability and efficiency benefits. 3-D compliance allows the orbiting scrolls to touch in all three dimensions, forming a completely enclosed compression chamber which leads to increased efficiency. In addition, 3-D compliance means the orbiting scrolls only touch with enough force to create a seal so there is no wear between the scroll plates. The fixed and orbiting scrolls are made of high strength cast iron which results in less thermal distortion, less leakage, and higher efficiencies. The most outstanding feature of the scroll compressor 3-D compliance is that the slugging will not cause failure. In a reciprocating compressor, however, the liquid or dirt can cause serious damage.
Low Torque Variation
The 3-D Scroll compressor has a very smooth compression cycle with torque variations that are only 30 percent of that produced by a reciprocating compressor. This means the scroll compressor imposes very little stress on the motor for greater reliability. Low torque variation means reduced noise and vibration.
Suction Gas Cooled Motor
Compressor motor efficiency and reliability is further optimized with this design. Cool suction gas keeps the motor cooler for longer life and better efficiency.
Proven Design Through Testing and Research
With over twenty years of development and testing, Trane 3-D Scroll compressors have undergone more than 400,000 hours of laboratory testing and field operation. This work combined with over 25 patents makes Trane the worldwide leader in air conditioning scroll compressor technology.

Features and Benefits

One of two matched scroll plates  the distinguishing feature of the scroll compressor.
Chart illustrates low torque variation of 3-D Scroll compressors reciprocating compressor.
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Quality and Reliability
Features and Benefits
Forced Combustion Blower
Negative Pressure Gas Valve
Hot Surface Ignitor
Drum and Tube Heat Exchanger
Micro Controls
For over 10 years Trane has been
working with microprocessor controls in the applied equipment markets. These designs have provided the technology that has been applied to the Voyager units.
The Micro provides unit control for
heating, cooling and ventilating utilizing input from sensors that measure outdoor and indoor temperature.
The Micro improves quality and
reliability through the use of time­tested microprocessor controls and logic. The Micro:  prevents the unit from short cycling,
considerably improving compressor life.
 ensures that the compressor will run
for a specific amount of time which allows oil to return for better lubrication, enhancing the reliability of the commercial compressor.
The Voyager with the Micro reduces
the number of components required to operate the unit, thereby reducing possibilities for component failure.
Drum and Tube Heat Exchanger
The drum and tube heat exchanger is
designed for increased efficiency and reliability and has utilized improved technology incorporated in the large roof top commercial units for almost 20 years.
The heat exchanger is manufactured using aluminized steel with stainless steel components for maximum durability. The requirement for cycle testing of heat exchangers is 10,000 cycles by ANSI Z21.47. This is the standard required by both UL* and AGA* for cycle test requirements. Trane requires the design to be tested
1
/2 times this current standard. The
to 2 drum and tube design has been tested and passed over 150,000 cycles which is over 15 times the current ANSI cycling requirements.
*Apply to 60 HZ testing standards only.
The negative pressure gas valve will
not allow gas flow unless the combustion blower is operating. This is one of our unique safety features.
The forced combustion blower supplies
premixed fuel through a single stainless steel burner screen into a sealed drum where ignition takes place. It is more reliable to operate and maintain than a multiple burner system.
The hot surface ignitor is a gas ignition
device which doubles as a safety device utilizing a continuous test to prove the flame. The design is cycle tested at the factory for quality and reliability.
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Excellent Part-Load Efficiency
The Scroll compressors unique design
allows it to be applied in a passive parallel manifolded piping scheme, something that a recip just doesnt do very well.
When the unit begins stage back at part load it still has the full area and circuitry of its evaporator and condenser coils available to transfer heat. In simple terms this means superior part-load efficiencies (IPLV) and lower unit operating costs.
Features and Benefits
FC Fans with Inlet Guide Vanes
Tranes forward-curved fans with inlet
guide vanes pre-rotate the air in the direction of the fan wheel, decreasing static pressure and horsepower, essentially unloading the fan wheel. The unloading characteristics of a Trane FC fan with inlet guide vanes result in superior part load performance.
Rigorous Testing
All of Voyagers designs were
rigorously rain tested at the factory to ensure water integrity.
Actual shipping tests are performed to
determine packaging requirements. Units are test shipped around the country. Factory shake and drop tested as part of the package design process to help assure that the unit will arrive at your job site in top condition.
Rigging tests include lifting a unit into
the air and letting it drop one foot, assuring that the lifting lugs and rails hold up under stress.
We perform a 100% coil leak test at the
factory. The evaporator and condenser coils are leak tested at 200 psig and pressure tested to 450 psig.
All parts are inspected at the point of
final assembly. Sub-standard parts are identified and rejected immediately.
Every unit receives a 100% unit run test
before leaving the production line to make sure it lives up to rigorous Trane requirements.
Ease of Installation
Contractors look for lower installation (jobsite) costs. Voyagers conversionless units provide many time and money saving features.
Conversionless Units
The dedicated design units (either
downflow or horizontal) require no panel removal or alteration time to convert in the field  a major cost savings during installation.
Improved Airflow
U-shaped airflow allows for improved
static capabilities. The need for high static motor conversion is minimized and time isnt spent changing to high static oversized motors.
Single Point Power
A single electrical connection powers the unit.
Micro
The function of the Micro replaces the
need for field installed anti-short-cycle timer and time delay relays. The Micro ensures that these controls are integral to the unit. The contractor no longer has to purchase these controls as options and pay to install them.
The wiring of the low voltage
connections to the unit and the zone sensors is as easy as 1-1, 2-2, and 3-3. This simplified system makes it easier for the installer to wire.
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Features and Benefits
Serviceability
Todays owners are more conscious of the cost of service and maintenance. Voyager was designed with input from service contractors. Their information helped us design a unit that would get the serviceman off the job quicker and save the owner money. Here is why Voyager can save money in service.
Voyagers Simpler Design
The Voyager design uses fewer parts than previous units. Since it is simpler in design, it is easier to diagnose.
Micro
The Micro requires no special tools to
run the Voyager unit through its paces. Simply place a jumper between Test 1 and Test 2 terminals on the Low Voltage Terminal Board and the unit will walk through its operational steps automatically.
 The unit automatically returns control
to the zone sensor after stepping through the test mode a single time, even if the jumper is left on the unit.
As long as the unit has power and the
system on LED is lit, the Micro is operational. The light indicates that the Micro is functioning properly.
The Micro features expanded
diagnostic capabilities when utilized with Tranes Integrated Comfort Systems.
Some zone sensor options have central
control panel lights which indicate the mode the unit is in and possible diagnostic information (dirty filters for example).
Easy Access Low Voltage Terminal Board
Voyagers Low Voltage Terminal Board is external to the electrical control cabinet. It is extremely easy to locate and attach the thermostat wire. This is another cost and timesaving installation feature.
Value
Low Ambient Cooling
All Voyager Commercial units have cooling capabilities down to 0°F (-17.8°C) as standard.
Power Exhaust Option
Provides exhaust of the return air when using an economizer to maintain proper building pressurization. Great for relieving most building overpressurization problems.
Micro Benefits
The Micro in the Voyager units has
built-in anti-short-cycle timer, time delay relay and minimum on time controls. These controls are functions of the Micro and are factory tested to assure proper operation.
The Micro softens electrical spikes by
staging on fans, compressors and heaters.
The Intelligent Fallback or Adaptive
Control is a benefit to the building occupant. If a component goes astray, the unit will continue to operate at predetermined temperature setpoint.
Intelligent Anticipation is a standard
feature of the Micro. It functions constantly as the Micro and zone sensor work together in harmony to provide tighter comfort control than conventional electromechanical thermostats.
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Features and Benefits
VariTrac
CCP
VariTrac
Tranes changeover VAV System for light commercial applications is also available. Coupled with Voyager Commercial, it provides the latest in technological advances for comfort management systems and can allow thermostat control in every zone served by VariTrac
Downflow and Horizontal Economizers
The economizers come with three options of controls (dry bulb, enthalpy and differential enthalpy).
Trane Communication Interface or TCI
is available factory or field installed. This module when applied with the Micro easily interfaces with Tranes Integrated Comfort
Trane factory built roof curbs are available for all units.
One of Our Finest Assets:
Trane Commercial Sales Engineers are a Support group that can assist you with:  Product  Application  Service  Training  Special Applications  Specifications  Computer Programs and more
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system.
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Model Number Description

TC D 400 A C 0 A 1 A 4 F D 1 A
1,2 3 4,5,6 7 8  9 10 11 12  13 14 15 16 17
Digits 1, 2  Unit Function
TC = DX Cooling, No Heat TE = DX Cooling, Electric Heat YC = DX Cooling, Natural Gas Heat
Digit 3  Unit Airflow Design
D = Downflow Configuration H = Horizontal Configuration
Digits 4, 5, 6  Nominal Cooling Capacity
275 = 22.9 Tons (82 kW) 305 = 25.4 Tons (89 kW) 350 = 29.2 Tons (105 kW) 400 = 33.3 Tons (120 kW) 500 = 41.7 Tons (148 kW)
Digit 7  Major Development Sequence
A = First B = Second, Etc.
Digit 8  Power Supply (See Note 1) C = 380/50/3 D = 415/50/3
Digit 9  Heating Capacity (See Note 4) 0 = No Heat (TC only) L = Low Heat (YC only) H = High Heat (YC only) Note: When second digit is E for Electric
Heat, the following values apply in the ninth digit.
380V / 415V A = 23 27 kW B = 34 40 kW C = 45 54 kW D = 56 67 kW E = 68 81 kW
Digit 10  Design Sequence
A = First
Digit 11  Exhaust
0 = None 1 = Barometric Relief
(Available w/Economizer only)
2 = Power Exhaust Fan
(Available w/Economizer only)
Digit 12  Filter
A = Standard 2 (51 mm) Throwaway Filters B = High Efficiency 2 (51 mm) Throwaway
Filters
C = High Efficiency 4 (102 mm) Throwaway
Filters
Digit 13  Supply Fan Motor, HP
1 = 7.5 Hp Std. Eff. (5.6 kW) 2 = 10 Hp Std. Eff. (7.5 kW) 3 = 15 Hp Std. Eff. (11.2 kW) 4 = 20 Hp Std. Eff. (14.9 kW)
Digit 14  Supply Air Fan Drive Selections
(See Note 3) A = 458 H = 417 B = 500 J = 437 C = 541 K = 479 D = 583 L = 521 E = 625 M = 562 F = 658 N = 604 G = 664
Digit 15  Fresh Air Selection
A = No Fresh Air B = 0-25% Manual Damper C = 0-100% Economizer, Dry Bulb Control D = 0-100% Economizer, Reference
Enthalpy Control
E = 0-100% Economizer, Differential
Enthalpy Control
F = C Option and Low Leak Fresh
Air Damper
G = D Option and Low Leak Fresh
Air Damper
H = E Option and Low Leak Fresh
Air Damper
Digit 16  System Control
1 = Constant Volume 2 = VAV Supply Air Temperature Control
w/o Inlet Guide Vanes
3 = VAV Supply Air Temperature Control
w/Inlet Guide Vanes
Note: Zone sensors are not included with option and must be ordered as a separate accessory.
Digit 17+  Miscellaneous
A = Service Valves (See Note 2) B = Through the Base Electrical Provision C = Non-Fused Disconnect Switch with
External Handle
D = Factory-Powered 15A GFI
Convenience Outlet and Non-Fused Disconnect Switch with External Handle
E = Field-Powered 15A GFI
Convenience Outlet
F = ICS Control Option  Trane
Communication Interface, Supply Air
Sensing and Clogged Filter Switch G = Ventilation Override H = Hinged Service Access J = Condenser Coil Guards
Note:
1. All voltages are across-the-line starting only.
2. Option includes Liquid, Discharge, Suction Valves.
3. Supply air fan drives A thru G are used with 22.9-29.2 ton (82-105 kW) units only and drives H thru N are used with 33.3 and 41.7 ton (120-148 kW) units only.
4. Electric Heat kW ratings are based upon voltage ratings of 380/415 V. Heaters A, B, C, D are used with 22.9-29.2 ton (82-105 kW) units only and heaters B, C, D, E are used with
33.3-41.7 ton (120-148 kW) units only.
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General Data

Table 10-1  General Data  23-25 Tons
Cooling Performance
Nominal Gross Capacity(Btuh) 279,000 (81.8 kW) 304,000 (89.1 kW) System Power kW 26.1 30.2 kW
Compressor
Number/Type 2/Scroll 2/Scroll Nominal Motor HP (ea) 8.4/12.5 11.7 Motor RPM 2875 2875
Natural Gas Heat
Heating Input(Btuh) 290,000 (85.0 kW) 500,000 (147 kW) 290,000 (85.0 kW) 500,000 (147 kW) First Stage 250,000 (73.3 kW) 425,000 (125 kW) 250,000 (73.3 kW) 425,000 (125 kW) Heating Output(Btuh) 243,000 (69.0 kW) 405,000 (119 kW) 243,000 (69.0 kW) 405,000 (119 kW) First Stage 202,500 (59.4 kW) 344,250 (101 kW) 202,500 (59.4 kW) 344,250 (101 kW) Steady State Efficiency(%) No. Burners/No. Stages 1/2 1/2 Gas Connect Pipe Size (in) 0.75 (19 mm) 0.75 (19 mm) Outdoor Coil - Type LANCED LANCED Tube Size OD (in) 0.375 (10 mm) 0.375 (10 mm) Face Area (sq ft) 51.3 (4.8 sq m) 51.3 (4.8 sq m) Rows/Fins Per Inch (25mm) 2/16 2/16 Indoor Coil - Type HI-PERFORM HI-PERFORM Tube Size OD (in) 0.500 (13 mm) 0.500(13 mm) Face Area (sq ft) 31.7 (2.9 sq m) 31.7 (2.9 sq m) Rows/Fins Per Inch (25mm) 2/14 2/14 Refrigerant Control TXV TXV PVC Drain Connect No./Size (in) 1/1.25 (1/32 mm) 1/1.25 (1/32 mm) Outdoor Fan Type PROP FAN PROP FAN No. Used 3 3 Diameter (in.) 28.0 (711 mm) 28.0 (711 mm) Drive Type/No. Speeds DIRECT/1 DIRECT/1 Cfm 20,450 (9650 L/s) 20,450 (9650 L/s) No. Motors (RPM) 3 (940) 3 (940) Motor HP 0.75 (0.56 kW) 0.75 (0.56 kW) Indoor Fan Type/No. Used FC/1 FC/1 Diameter (in) 22.4 (568 mm) 22.4 (568 mm) Width (in) 22.0 (559 mm) 22.0 (559 mm) Drive Type BELT BELT No. Speeds/No. Motors 1/1 1/1 Motor HP 7.5 (5.6 kW) 7.5 (5.6 kW) Motor RPM/Frame Size 1460/213T 1460/213T Filters - Type THROWAWAY THROWAWAY Furnished/No. Yes/16 Yes/16 Recommended Size (in) 16X 20 X2 (406X 508 X51mm) 16x20x2 (406X 508x51mm) Refrigerant Type R-22 R-22 Factory Charge (lbs)
Notes:
1. Cooling Performance is rated at 95°F (35°C) ambient, 80°F (27°C) entering dry bulb, 67°F (19°C) entering wet bulb. Gross capacity does not include the effect of fan motor heat.
2. Heating Performance Limit settings and ratings data were established and approved under laboratory test conditions using American National Standards.
3. Steady State Efficiency is rated in accordance with DOE test procedures.
4. Refrigerant charge is an approximate value. For a more precise value, see unit nameplate and service instructions.
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3
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TC*275 (23 Tons) TC*305 (25 Tons)
Low High Low High
81 81
46 (21 kg) 46 (21 kg)
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General Data
Table 11-1  General Data  29-33 Tons
Cooling Performance
Nominal Gross Capacity(Btuh) 375,000 (105 kW) 409,000 (120 kW) System Power kW 34.0 42.5
Compressor
Number/Type 2/Scroll 3/Scroll Nominal Motor HP (ea) 12.5 2@11.7/8.4 Motor RPM 2875 2875
Natural Gas Heat
Heating Input (Btuh) 290,000 (85.0 kW) 500,000 (147 kW) 335,000 (98.2 kW) 670,000 (196 kW) First Stage 250,000 (73.3 kW) 425,000 (125 kW) 300,000 (87.9 kW) 600,000 (176 kW) Heating Output(Btuh) 243,000 (69.0 kW) 405,000 (119 kW) 271,350 (80.0 kW) 542,700 (159 kW) First Stage 202,500 (59.4 kW) 344,250 (101 kW) 243,500 (71.4 kW) 486,000 (166 kW) Steady State Efficiency(%) No. Burners/No. Stages 1/2 1/2 Gas Connect Pipe Size (in) 0.75 (19 mm) 0.75 (19 mm) Outdoor Coil - Type LANCED LANCED Tube Size OD (in) 0.375 (10 mm) 0.375 (10 mm) Face Area (sq ft) 51.3 (4.8 sq m) 69.8 (6.5 sq m) Rows/Fins Per Inch (25mm) 2/16 2/16 Indoor Coil - Type HI-PERFORM HI-PERFORM Tube Size (in) OD 0.500 (13 mm) 0.500 (13 mm) Face Area (sq ft) 31.7 (2.9 sq m) 37.5 (3.5 sq m) Rows/Fins Per Inch (25mm) 2/15 2/14 Refrigerant Control TXV TXV PVC Drain Connect No./Size (in) 1/1.25 (1/32 mm) 1/1.25 (1/32 mm) Outdoor Fan Type PROP FAN PROP FAN No. Used 3 4 Diameter (in.) 28.0 (711 mm) 28.0 (711 mm) Drive Type/No. Speeds DIRECT/1 DIRECT/1 Cfm 20,400 (9650 L/s) 26,200 (12,400 L/s) No. Motors (RPM) 3 (940) 4 (940) Motor HP 0.75 (0.56 kW) 0.75 (0.56 kW) Indoor Fan Type/No. Used FC/1 FC/1 Diameter (in) 22.4 (568 mm) 25.0 (635 mm) Width (in) 22.0 (559 mm) 25.0 (635 mm) Drive Type BELT BELT No. Speeds/No. Motors 1/1 1/1 Motor HP 7.5 (5.6 kW) 10.0 (7.5 kW) Motor RPM/Frame Size 1460/213T 1460/215T Filters - Type THROWAWAY THROWAWAY Furnished/No. Yes/16 Yes/17 Recommended Size (in) 16x20x2 (406x508x51mm) 16X 20 X2 (406X 508 X51mm) Refrigerant Type R-22 R-22 Factory Charge Ciruit #1 (lbs) Factory Charge Circuit # 2 (lbs) 42.5 (19.3 kg)
Notes:
1. Cooling Performance is rated at 95°F (35°C) ambient, 80°F (27°C) entering dry bulb, 67°F (19°C) entering wet bulb. Gross capacity does not include the effect of fan motor heat.
2. Heating Performance Limit settings and ratings data were established and approved under laboratory test conditions using American National Standards.
3. Steady State Efficiency is rated in accordance with DOE test procedures.
4. Refrigerant charge is an approximate value. For a more precise value, see unit nameplate and service instructions.
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2
3
4
TC*350 (29 Tons) TC*400 (33 Tons)
Low High Low High
81 81
52 (24 kg) 24.5 (11.1 kg)
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General Data
Table 12-1  General Data  43 Tons
Cooling Performance
Nominal Gross Capacity(Btuh) 505,000 (148 kW) System Power kW 52.9
Compressor
Number/Type 3/Scroll Nominal Motor HP (ea) 12.5 Motor RPM 2875
Natural Gas Heat
Heating Input(Btuh) 335,000 (98.2 kW) 670,000 (196 kW) First Stage 300,000 (87.9 kW) 600,000 (176 kW) Heating Output(Btuh) 271,350 (79.5 kW) 542,700 (159 kW) First Stage 243,500 (71.4 kW) 486,000 (166 kW) Steady State Efficiency(%) No. Burners/No. Stages 1/2 Gas Connect Pipe Size (in) 0.75 (19 mm) Outdoor Coil - Type LANCED Tube Size OD (in) 0.375 (10 mm) Face Area(sq ft) 69.8 (6.5 sq m) Rows/Fins Per Inch (25mm) 2/16 Indoor Coil - Type HI-PERFORM Tube Size OD (in) 0.500 (13 mm) Face Area (sq ft) 37.5 (3.5 sq m) Rows/Fins Per Inch (25mm) 3/13 Refrigerant Control TXV PVC Drain Connect No./Size (in) 1/1.25 (1/32 mm) Outdoor Fan Type PROP FAN No. Used 4 Diameter (in.) 28.0 (711 mm) Drive Type/No. Speeds DIRECT/1 Cfm 26,200 (12,400 L/s) No. Motors (RPM) 4 (940) Motor HP 0.75 (0.56 kW) Indoor Fan Type/No. Used FC/1 Diameter (in) 25.0 (635 mm) Width (in) 25.0 (635 mm) Drive Type BELT No. Speeds/No. Motors 1/1 Motor HP 10.0 (7.5 kW) Motor RPM/Frame Size 1460/215T Filters - Type THROWAWAY Furnished/No. Yes/17 Recommended Size (in) 16x20x2 (406x508x51mm) Refrigerant Type R-22 Factory Charge Circuit #1 (lbs) Factory Charge Circuit #1 49.4 (22.5 kg )
Notes:
1. Cooling Performance is rated at 95°F (35°C) ambient, 80°F (27°C) entering dry bulb, 67°F (19°C) entering wet bulb. Gross capacity does not include the effect of fan motor heat.
2. Heating Performance Limit settings and ratings data were established and approved under laboratory test conditions using American National Standards.
3. Steady State Efficiency is rated in accordance with DOE test procedures.
4. Refrigerant charge is an approximate value. For a more precise value, see unit nameplate and service instructions.
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2
3
4
TC*500 (42Tons)
Low High
81
23.9 (10.8 kg)
Table 12-2  Economizer Outdoor Air Damper Leakage (Of Rated Airflow)
P Across Dampers (In. WC) (Pa)
Standard 1.5% 2.5% Optional Low Leak 0.5% 1.0%
Note: Above data based on tests completed in accordance with AMCA Standard 575.
0.5 In. (124.5 Pa) 1.0 In. (249 Pa)
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Application Considerations

Exhaust Air Options
When is it necessary to provide building exhaust?
Whenever an outdoor air economizer is used, a building generally requires an exhaust system. The purpose of the exhaust system is to exhaust the proper amount of air to prevent over or under-pressurization of the building.
A building may have all or part of its exhaust system in the rooftop unit. Often, a building provides exhaust external to the air conditioning equipment. This external exhaust must be considered when selecting the rooftop exhaust system.
Voyager offer two types of exhaust systems:
1
Power exhaust fan.
2
Barometric relief dampers.
Application Recommendations
Power Exhaust Fan
The exhaust fan option is a dual, non­modulating exhaust fan with approximately half the air-moving capabilities of the supply fan system. The experience of The Trane Company that a non-modulating exhaust fan selected for 40 to 50 percent of nominal supply cfm can be applied successfully.
The power exhaust fan generally should not be selected for more than 40 to 50 percent of design supply airflow. Since it is an on/off non­modulating fan, it does not vary exhaust cfm with the amount of outside air entering the building. Therefore, if selected for more than 40 to 50 percent of supply airflow, the building may become under­pressurized when economizer operation is allowing lesser amounts of outdoor air into the building. If, however, building pressure is not of a critical nature, the non-modulating exhaust fan may be sized for more than 50 percent of design supply airflow.
Commercial rooftop units
Barometric Relief Dampers
Barometric relief dampers consist of gravity dampers which open with increased building pressure. As the building pressure increases, the pressure in the unit return section also increases, opening the dampers and relieving air. Barometric relief may be used to provide relief for single story buildings with no return ductwork and exhaust requirements less than 25 percent.
Altitude Corrections
The rooftop performance tables and curves of this catalog are based on standard air (.075 lbs/ft) (.034 kg/cm). If the rooftop airflow requirements are at other than standard conditions (sea level), an air density correction is needed to project accurate unit performance.
Figure 17-1 shows the air density ratio at various temperatures and elevations. Trane rooftops are designed to operate between 40 and 90°F (4.4 and 32.2°C) leaving air temperature.
The procedure to use when selecting a supply or exhaust fan on a rooftop for elevations and temperatures other than standard is as follows:
1
First, determine the air density ratio using Figure 17-1.
2
Divide the static pressure at the nonstandard condition by the air density ratio to obtain the corrected static pressure.
3
Use the actual cfm and the corrected static pressure to determine the fan rpm and bhp from the rooftop performance tables or curves.
4
The fan rpm is correct as selected.
5
Bhp must be multiplied by the air density ratio to obtain the actual operating bhp.
In order to better illustrate this procedure, the following example is used:
Consider a 29-ton (105 kW) rooftop unit that is to deliver 9,160 actual cfm (4323 l/s) at 1.50 inches total static pressure (tsp) (38 mm, 373 Pa), 55°F (12.8°C) leaving air temperature, at an elevation of 5,000 ft. (1524 m).
1
From Figure 17-1, the air density ratio is 0.86.
2
Tsp = 1.50 inches/0.86 = 1.74 inches tsp. 374/.86 = 434 Pa.
3
From the performance tables: a 29-ton (105 kW) rooftop will deliver 9,160 cfm at 1.74 inches tsp 4323 l/s at 434 Pa) at 651 rpm and 5.51 bhp (4.11 kW).
4
The rpm is correct as selected  651 rpm.
5
Bhp = 5.51 x 0.86 = 4.74 bhpactual. kW = 4.11 x 0.86 = 3.5 kW
Compressor MBh, SHR, and kW should be calculated at standard and then converted to actual using the correction factors in Table 17-2. Apply these factors to the capacities selected at standard cfm so as to correct for the reduced mass flow rate across the condenser.
Heat selections other than gas heat will not be affected by altitude. Nominal gas capacity (output) should be multiplied by the factors given in Table 17-3 before calculating the heating supply air temperature.
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Application Considerations
Acoustical Considerations
Proper placement of rooftops is critical to reducing transmitted sound levels to the building. The ideal time to make provisions to reduce sound transmissions is during the design phase. And the most economical means of avoiding an acoustical problem is to place the rooftop(s) away from acoustically critical areas. If possible, rooftops should not be located directly above areas such as: offices, conference rooms, executive office areas and classrooms. Instead, ideal locations might be over corridors, utility rooms, toilets or other areas where higher sound levels directly below the unit(s) are acceptable.
Several basic guidelines for unit placement should be followed to minimize sound transmission through the building structure:
1
Never cantilever the compressor end of the unit. A structural cross member must support this end of the unit.
2
Locate the units center of gravity close to or over column or main support beam.
3
If the roof structure is very light, roof joists must be replaced by a structural shape in the critical areas described above.
4
If several units are to be placed on one span, they should be staggered to reduce deflection over that span.
It is impossible to totally quantify the effect of building structure on sound transmission, since this depends on the response of the roof and building members to the sound and vibration of the unit components. However, the guidelines listed above are experience­proven guidelines which will help reduce sound transmissions.
Clearance Requirements
The recommended clearances identified with unit dimensions should be maintained to assure adequate serviceability, maximum capacity and peak operating efficiency. A reduction in unit clearance could result in condenser coil starvation or warm condenser air recirculation. If the clearances shown are not possible on a particular job, consider the following:
Do the clearances available allow for
major service work such as changing compressors or coils?
Do the clearances available allow for
proper outside air intake, exhaust air removal and condenser airflow?
If screening around the unit is being
used, is there a possibility of air recirculation from the exhaust to the outside air intake or from condenser exhaust to condenser intake?
Actual clearances which appear inadequate should be reviewed with a local Trane sales engineer.
When two or more units are to be placed side by side, the distance between the units should be increased to 150 percent of the recommended single unit clearance. The units should also be staggered as shown for two reasons:
1
To reduce span deflection if more than one unit is placed on a single span. Reducing deflection discourages sound transmission.
2
To assure proper diffusion of exhaust air before contact with the outside air intake of adjacent unit.
Duct Design
It is important to note that the rated capacities of the rooftop can be met only if the rooftop is properly installed in the field. A well designed duct system is essential in meeting these capacities.
The satisfactory distribution of air throughout the system requires that there be an unrestricted and uniform airflow from the rooftop discharge duct. This discharge section should be straight for at least several duct diameters to allow the conversion of fan energy from velocity pressure to static pressure.
However, when job conditions dictate elbows be installed near the rooftop outlet, the loss of capacity and static pressure may be reduced through the use of guide vanes and proper direction of the bend in the elbow. The high velocity side of the rooftop outlet should be directed at the outside radius of the elbow rather than the inside.
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