Predator® condensing units and heat pumps are completely
TECHNICAL GUIDE
R-410A
SPLIT-SYSTEM
AIR-COOLED CONDENSING UNITS
AND AIR HANDLERS
PREDATOR® SERIES
C090-300 and YD120-240
CONDENSING UNIT MODELS
PC090-180 and PD180-240
HEAT PUMP UNIT MODELS
NC090-300 and ND120-240
AIR HANDLING UNIT MODELS
7.5 - 25 Ton
60 Hertz
assembled, piped and wired at the factory to provide a single-piece
unit for shipment and rigging. Each unit is pressurized with a holding
charge of refrigerant R-410A for storage and/or shipping.
The compact design, clean styling, small footprint, and quiet operation
make these condensing units and heat pumps suitable for almost any
outdoor location. On rooftops... because they weigh much less than a
single package unit of similar capacity and are much easier to rig and
support. On the ground... because the footprint is compact allowing a
variety of applications.
Both the Predator® condensing units and heat pumps are equipped
with reliable Simplicity® microprocessor controls to assure proper
operation and unit protection for long product life. Products from 10 to
20 tons are available in single or dual (2 or 4 pipe) refrigerant circuits
for redundancy in operation and various application choices such as
one outdoor unit matched with two indoor units.
The Predator® air handling units are completely assembled units,
including a well-insulated cabinet, a DX cooling coil with copper tubing,
aluminum fins, expansion valve(s), distributor(s), 2” throwaway filters,
a centrifugal blower, a blower motor, an adjustable belt drive, a blower
motor contactor and a small holding charge of nitrogen.
YC/YD/PC Outdoor Units
Units are shipped in the vertical
position ready for field installation,
but can be easily converted to
horizontal position. An added
benefit of the Predator® air
handling units is they are designed
to operate with either a condensing
unit or a heat pump and no field
modification or special unit is
required for heat pump applications.
• Scroll compressors provide both high efficiency and
reliability.
• Simplicity
• Dual refrigerant circuits on PD and YD models.
• Condensing unit coils are constructed of reliable and
durable Micro-Channel aluminum tube and fins for long
lasting, efficient operation. Mirco-Channel technology
provides exceptional durability along with reduced
product weight and less refrigerant charge. Heat pumps
units are equipped with aluminum fin, copper tube coils
providing durability, reliability and value.
• Multiple condensing unit and air handler match-ups
provide a wide range of application choices from
oversized indoor motors to dual indoor units matchedup with single outdoor units.
• Crankcase heaters that de-energize when compressors
are operating.
• Both high and low pressure controls. Since these
controls are self-contained, there are no capillary lines
to be damaged.
• Internal compressor motor protection.
• Class 2, 24-volt thermostat control circuit protected by a
re-settable breaker.
• Standard factory installed service valves.
• Filter-driers are shipped in the unit's control box for field
installation in the liquid line leaving the outdoor unit.
• Copper stub-outs are factory mounted on the suction
and liquid lines to simplify the field piping connections.
• Simplicity® Controls provide stable cooling operation at
ambient temperatures down to 40°F with low ambient
kits available for operation to 0°F.
• Capacity staging for more economical operation and
stable temperature levels within the conditioned space.
• Simplicity® Controls prevent the unit from cycling on
safety control with “Three Outs” technology preventing
nuisance trips, but protecting the equipment when valid
operational issues are experienced.
• Simplicity® Controls monitor each safety independently
(High pressure, low pressure, low voltage) allowing
ease of troubleshooting if any problems arise.
• Inherently protected condenser fan motors.
• Technicoat or ElectroFin coated outdoor coils for sea
coast or corrosive environment applications.
• Factory installed disconnect to allow power to be
removed from the unit when performing periodic
maintenance or for service.
• Factory installed powered or non-powered 115 volt GFI
outlet.
• Factory installed phase monitor to protect the unit from
phase loss or phase reversal.
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Benefits
The Predator® condensing units and heat pumps can be
applied on a rooftop or at ground level... due to their ample
sub-cooling capacity which allows them to be located three or
more stories below the evaporator coil.
After assembly, the unit is pressurized with a combination of
Refrigerant R-410A and nitrogen for pressure testing and
additional leak testing. During this pressure test, the
operation of the high pressure control is checked. As the unit
is being evacuated and dehydrated, the operation of the low
pressure control is also checked.
Every compressor, condenser fan motor, crankcase heater,
and electrical control circuit is checked to assure a troublefree start-up and years of reliable operation. The condenser
fan guards are vinyl-coated to provide additional rust
protection and to enhance the appearance of the unit.
Compressors are mounted on rubber isolators to reduce the
transmission of vibration. Vertical discharge condenser fans
direct sound upward and away from any surrounding
structures.
All sheet metal parts are constructed of commercial grade
galvanized steel. After fabrication, each part is thoroughly
cleaned to remove any grease or dirt from its surfaces. The
external parts are coated with a powder paint to assure a
quality finish for many years. This UL approved coating
system has passed the 1000 hour, 20% salt spray test per
ASTM Standard B117.
All condensing unit and heat pump models include a 5-year
limited warranty on the compressor(s) and 1-year limited
warranty on all other parts. The matching line of air handling
units carries a 1-year limited parts warranty.
Outdoor Unit Accessories
Coil Guards: Wireform coil guards for added protection of
outdoor coils. Designed to mount on each side of the product
if required to provide protection from minor impacts or large
debris.
Hail Guards: Hood type hail guards designed to protect the
outdoor coils from hail. Can be installed on a single side or
both to provide protection from storms that may produce hail.
Low Ambient Kits: Kits designed to allow the cooling only
units to operate between 0°F and 40°F in the cooling mode.
Standard cooling is allowed to 40°F. (Not designed for
operation on heat pump units).
Air Handling Unit Features and Benefits
Features
These air handlers can be arranged for a variety of air
discharge patterns in either the horizontal or vertical position.
Refer to the unit installation instructions for other application
possibilities.
Benefits
Air handling units are designed with two distinct modules to
provide maximum application flexibility. All are shipped as
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single packages with the blower module mounted on top of
the coil module. The blower module can be repositioned in
the field to meet a large number of vertical and horizontal
BAS Control: York Commercial Comfort System (YCCS)
provides split system integration for YCCS single zone,
change-over bypass and VAV systems.
applications.
Easy Service: Serviceable expansion valves are provided on
The 7.5 thru 20 Ton blower module includes the blower
wheels along with factory-mounted motor and drive. The 25
Ton blower module includes the blower wheels with field
mounted motor and drives. All models offer two motor
horsepower options to meet both standard and high static
every unit. These valves are factory-installed to provide many
years of trouble-free operation. If service is required, it is not
necessary to unbraze any joints. The expansion valves also
include a tee fitting to allow easy installation of hot gas
bypass if required.
airflow requirements.
Coil Protection: The indoor coils of these air handlers can
The coil module includes direct expansion coils, 2 in.
throwaway filters with the option to accept 4” filters, liquid line
solenoid valves for capacity reduction, thermal expansion
valves, distributors and a non-corrosive, composite
have factory applied Technicoat or Electrofin coating to
provide extended life to the indoor coil in standard
applications and additional corrosion protection on those
applications in sea coast or corrosive environments.
condensate drain pan.
Accessories
Every air handling coil is pressurized with air and leak tested
under water. After the headers are brazed onto the coil and
the coil is installed in the unit, the coil is pressurized with
nitrogen for pressure testing and additional leak testing. After
the coil is evacuated and dehydrated, it is pressurized with a
holding charge of nitrogen for storage and/or shipping.
These air handlers, combined with condensing units, provide
years of quiet, efficient and dependable operation. These
units are manufactured under ISO 9001 Quality System
Certification.
Unit Installation
Units may be bottom-supported or ceiling-suspended and
can be arranged to meet almost any space or duct
requirements. Each unit is available with a choice of blower
motors horsepower and other accessories to make them
suitable for most applications.
Air Handling units are available in either two or four pipe
configurations from 7.5 to 25 tons. The dual and single circuit
options provide a wide variety of application and unit matchup possibilities.
Blower Motors: Different HP motors are available for each
unit to meet almost any air delivery requirement. All motors
are UL approved, have permanently lubricated ball bearings
and are mounted within the insulated cabinet of the units to
minimize the transmission of sound to the surrounding space.
1.5-5 HP motors are inherently protected. 7.5 HP motors
require motor overload protection.
Overload Relay (7.5HP): These blower motors do not have
inherent protection and require external motor overload
protection. NC/ND240 "F" models Overload Relays are
factory installed. NC300 models Overload Relays are field
installed. Power wiring for blower motor is supplied in the
Overload Relay Kit. See details in Overload Relay Kit and
Overload Relay Setting Tables on Page 70.
Factory-Mounted Components
Part Load Operation: These air handlers with DX (Direct
Expansion) coils rated at 10 tons of capacity and above have
multiple coils with pre-piped distributors, expansion valves
and solenoid valves. Field modifications are not required for
part load operations. Capacity reduction not only provides
Base Sections: Base sections can be used to elevate units
above the floor. If desired, a moderate percentage of outdoor
air may be introduced through these sections by cutting an
access opening to accommodate the outdoor air duct
connection. These bases include a durable finish to match
the evaporator blower unit. The base may have to be
insulated for certain applications.
Hot Water Coils: Drainable water coils are available for field
installation between the blower and the coil modules of both
horizontal and vertical units. Since their casings match the
dimensions and the finish of the basic units, they become an
integral part of the unit after installation. The coils slide out of
their casings for easy installation. Hot water coils have
copper tubes that have been mechanically expanded into
aluminum fins. Both headers are located on the same end of
the coil. Coils are leak-tested at 325 psig under water and
dried before their connections are capped for storage and
shipping.
Steam Coils: Steam coils are available for installation
between the blower and coil modules of both horizontal and
vertical units. Since the casing matches the dimensions and
the finish of the basic unit, it becomes an integral part of the
unit after installation. The coil slides out of the casings for
easy installation and is pitched in the casings to facilitate
condensate drainage. The coil has copper tubes that have
been mechanically expanded into aluminum fins. Both
headers are located on the same end of the coil. The coil is
leak-tested at 325 psig and dried before the connections are
capped for storage and shipping.
Bottom Return: Air handling unit can be quickly converted to
bottom return for both vertical and horizontal applications. All
that is required is the removal of several screws and a single
panel on 7.5-15 ton and two panels on the 20 ton AHU.
Optional painted panel can be ordered to cover the side
return opening when utilizing the bottom return.
Supply Air Plenums: These fully insulated plenums are
available for free standing units located within the conditioned
space. They are shipped fully assembled for easy field
installation, are finished to match the exterior of the basic
unit, and include double deflection grills that can be adjusted
to vary the throw, spread and drop of the supply air.
economical operation, but also maintains stable temperature
and humidity levels in the conditioned space.
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Guide Specifications
Split System Cooling Only Condensing Units
Models: YC090-300, YD120-240 & Split System Heat
Pump Models: PC090-240, PD180-240
General
• Factory assembled, single piece, air cooled condensing
unit designed for outdoor installation.
• Factory wired, piped, and tested for leakage and
functionality to assure trouble-free installation and startup.
• Rated in accordance with AHRI Standard 340/360.
• Manufactured in a facility registered under the ISO 9002
manufacturing quality standard.
• Designed and tested in accordance with ASHRAE 15
Safety Code for Mechanical Refrigeration and comply
with NEC.
• Cooling performance rated in accordance with DOE
and AHRI test procedures.
• CSA listed and classified to UL 1995/CAN/CSA No.
236- M90 standards.
• One year limited parts warranty on complete unit with
an additional four year compressor warranty.
Unit Operating Characteristics
Operating Range shall be between 125° F to 40° F in cooling
as standard from factory.
• The capacity of the condensing unit shall meet or
exceed _____ Btuh at a suction temperature of _____
F. The power consumption at full load shall not exceed
_____ kW.
• The combination of the condensing unit and the
evaporator or fan coil unit shall have a total net cooling
capacity of _____ Btuh or greater at conditions of
_____ cfm entering-air temperature at the evaporator at
_____ F wet bulb and _____ F dry bulb, and air
entering the condensing unit at _____F.
• The system shall have an EER of _____ Btuh/ Watt or
greater at standard AHRI conditions.
Unit Construction
• Constructed of zinc-coated, galvanized steel.
• Exterior surfaces bonded and coated with baked
enamel finish by a powder paint process capable of
withstanding a minimum of 1000 salt spray hours
according to ASTM B117.
• Cabinet screws that comply with ASTM B117 salt spray
test for a minimum of 750 hours.
• Permanently attached heavy-gage perimeter base rails
with forklift slots and lifting holes.
• Removable access panels to all internal components.
• Separate access panel to controls.
• Access panels to allow outdoor coil cleaning.
Compressor(s)
• Hermetic scroll type, internally protected with highpressure relief and over temperature protection.
• Two stage units operate in 50% capacity increments.
• Suction gas cooled
• Voltage range of ±10% of unit nameplate voltage.
• Neoprene isolators minimize sound transmission and
vibration.
• Belly-band crankcase heaters keep refrigerant from
diluting sump oil.
• Full charge of compressor oil
Outdoor Condenser Unit Coils
• Draw thru configuration
• Constructed with Micro-channel aluminum fins and
aluminum tubing. All refrigerant tubing must share a
common header.
Heat Pump Unit Outdoor Unit Coils
• Draw thru configuration
• Constructed with aluminum plate fins mechanically
bonded to seamless internally enhanced copper tubes
with all joints brazed.
Condenser Fans
Installer Shall
• Furnish York® air-cooled condensing units, heat pump
or equivalent in accordance with the performance
schedule shown on the plans, and
• Unit shall be stored and handled in accordance with unit
manufacturer's instructions.
• Install each unit as shown on the plans in accordance
with the manufacturer’s recommendations and all
applicable national and local codes
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• Direct driven propeller-type fans
• Statically and dynamically balanced
• Aluminum blades riveted to corrosion resistant steel
spider brackets.
• Arranged for vertical air discharge.
• Equipped with PVC coated steel wire safety guards.
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Condenser Motors
• Totally enclosed, air over cooled.
• Inherent overload protection.
• Permanently lubricated bearings.
• Must cycle to allow cooling operation down to 40°F.
Refrigerant Piping
• Solid core filter-drier(s) ship loose for field installation.
• Liquid and suction line service valves with gauge ports.
• Suction and discharge line service ports accessible
from unit. Ports capped for leak prevention.
• Liquid line magnetic check valves
• Holding charge of R410A refrigerant.
Electrical Requirements
• Single-point connection electrical power.
• Nominal unit electrical characteristics shall be _____ v,
3-ph, 60 Hz. The unit shall be capable of satisfactory
operation within voltage limits of ____ v to _____ v.
• Condenser fan motors and secondary of transformers
shall be grounded.
Unit Controls
• All 24-volt control circuit, powered by a 24 volt
transformer(s) and protected by a resettable breaker.
• Conventional thermostat must provide operation for
both condensing units and heat pumps without an “O”
output from the thermostat.
• Low voltage terminal strip for simple hook-up.
• Compressor motor protection shuts down unit for motor
over-current, over-temperature or low voltage
conditions.
• Safety lockouts provide reset capability at the space
thermostat or base unit should any of the following
standard safety devices trip and shut off compressor:
a. Loss-of-charge/Low-pressure switch.
b. High-pressure switch.
c. Control board diagnostics and fault code display.
d. Safety lockouts send a 24 volt signal to the control
board's "X" terminal, allowing notification to the user
via the thermostat fault light (if present).
e. Control board shall retain last 5 fault codes in non-
volatile memory, which will not be lost in the event of a
power loss. An LED (light-emitting diode) indicator
flashes a fault code that indicates which safety switch
has tripped.
Non-fused Disconnect Switch
• Factory-installed, internally mounted.
• Accessible from outside the unit.
• NEC and UL approved non-fused switch.
• Provides power off lockout capability.
Convenience Outlet
• Factory-installed, internally mounted.
• Accessible from outside the unit.
• 115V, 15 amp GFI receptacle with independent fuse
protection.
• Required voltage provided by factory-installed stepdown transformer or field supplied 115v circuit.
Low-ambient Head Pressure Control
• Standard operation down to 40 °F without a low
ambient kit.
• Operation down to 0°F with a field-installed low ambient
kit accessory. The controller modulates the fan motor
speed in response to liquid line temperature or
pressure.
Coil Guard
Factory or field installed decorative grille shall be placed on
the units to protect condenser coil after installation.
Hail Guard Package
Field installed hail guard package shall protect coils against
damage from hail and other flying debris.
Coated Condenser Coils
Special phenolic or epoxy polymer coating available as a
factory option on both outdoor and indoor coils.
Each Unit Shall Be:
• Covered by a 1-year limited parts warranty on the
complete unit and 5-year on compressor(s).
• In current production with published literature available
to check performance, limitations, specifications, power
requirements, dimensions, operation and appearance.
• Indoor unit shall be equipped with a V-belt drive option
that will permit the blower RPM to be adjusted to meet
the CFM requirements of the air delivery system. (Refer
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Each Unit Enclosure Shall Have:
• Exterior panels of 18 gauge steel, finished with baked
enamel to provide a long lasting quality appearance
• Removable panels to provide easy access to the
internal components for maintenance and service on
condensing units, heat pumps and air handlers
• Air handling units must have a filter rack that accepts
both 2” and 4” filters.
• The dimensions of each unit shall not exceed those
specified in the manufacture’s literature.
• The minimum application clearances for condensing
units, heat pumps and air handlers must meet those
specified in the manufacturer’s literature.
The Blower Motor Shall:
• Be mounted within the insulated cabinet to minimize the
transmission of sound to the surrounding space, and
any motor 7.5 HP or greater must have a service factor
of 1.15.
The Evaporator Coil Shall:
• Consist of copper tubes arranged in staggered rows,
mechanically expanded into aluminum fins,
• Be draw-through, and
• Include factory-mounted distributors, expansion valves
and solenoid valves for capacity reduction.
The Blower Wheels Shall:
Be dynamically balanced to minimize the levels of sound and
vibration generated by the unit.
Number of motors
Motor HP (ea.) 1/3 3/4 1/3 1/3 3/4
4
Rotation
System #122422
System #2---------22
CWCWCWCWCW
RPM85011008508501100
Nominal CFM
1
Holding Charge is the amount in the unit as shipped from the factory.
2
Includes matched evaporator unit with 25 ft of piping.
3
All compressors include crankcase heaters.
4
When viewing the shaft end of the motor.
System #1750098001500075009800
System #2---------75009800
Models
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NC090 - 240 and ND120 - 240 Indoor Unit Physical Data
Component
Nominal Tonnage7 1/2101015152020
DIMENSIONS (inches)
Length
Width
Height
WEIGHTS (lb)
Unit Shipping
Unit Operating With
Standard Motor and Drive
High Static Motor and Drive
INDOOR BLOWER (Forward Curve)
Diameter x Width12 x 1215 x 1515 x 1518 x 1818 x 1815 x 1515 x 15
Quantity1111122
INDOOR COIL
Face area (Sq. Ft.)10.610.610.618.318.320.020.0
Rows3443444
Fins per inch15151515151515
Tube diameter3/83/83/83/83/83/83/8
Circuitry TypeInterlacedInterlacedInterlacedInterlacedInterlacedInterlacedInterlaced
Refrigerant ControlTXVTXVTXVTXVTXVTXVTXV
SYSTEM DATA
No. Refrigeration Circuits1121212
Suction Line OD (in.)1 1/81 3/81 1/81 5/81 3/81 5/81 3/8
Liquid Line OD (in.)5/87/85/87/85/87/87/8
FILTERS
Size and Quantity Per
Model (In.)
FACE AREA (SQ. FT.)11.111.111.120.020.022.222.2
Size and Quantity Per
Model (In.)
FACE AREA (SQ. FT.)11.111.111.118.018.022.222.2
16 x 25 x 2444------88
20 x 24 x 2---------66------
16 x 25 x 4444------88
20 x 24 x 4---------66------
NC090NC120ND120NC180ND180NC240ND240
56.056.056.074.574.598.598.5
30.030.030.033.033.030.030.0
65.065.065.075.075.065.065.0
526573575796796938938
498539541764764873873
500550552792792903903
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NC300 Indoor Unit Physical Data
Component
Nominal Tonnage25
DIMENSIONS (inches)
Length
Width
Height
WEIGHTS
Unit Shipping
Unit Operating With
5 hp Motor and Drive
7.5 hp Motor and Drive
INDOOR BLOWER (Forward Curve)
Diameter x Width18 X 18
Quantity2
INDOOR COIL
Face area (Sq. Ft.)25.8
Rows4
Fins per inch16
Tube diameter3/8
Circuitry TypeInterlaced
Refrigerant ControlTEV
SYSTEM DATA
No. Refrigeration Circuits1
Suction Line OD (in.)2 1/8
Liquid Line OD (in.) 7/8
Size and Quantity Per
Model (In.)
FACE AREA (SQ. FT.)34.7
ACCESSORY
HOT WATER COIL DATA
Face area (Sq. Ft.)21.2
Rows2
Fins per inch12
Tube diameter (Copper) OD (In.) 1/2
Connections (Supply and Return) OD (In.)1 3/8
Weight (lb)150
SYSTEM COIL DATA
Face area (Sq. Ft.)18.2
Rows1
Fins per inch8
Tube diameter (Copper) (In.)1
Connection, (NPTE) (In.)
Inlet2
Outlet1-1/2
Weight (lb)160
1
Motors, Drive and Overload Kits must be
FILTERS
1
(lb)
20 x 25 x 210
ordered separately for the NC300. The Motor
Drive and Overload Kits are to be field installed.
Models
NC300
100.1
38.1
74.6
1067
1130
1157
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Unit Limitations
Condenser Unit limitations
Outdoor DB Temp
Size
(Tons)
090
(7.5)
090
(7.5)
120
(10)
120
(10)
150
(12.5)
180
(15)
180
(15)
240
(20)
240
(20)
300
(25)
Model
PC
YC
PC
YC/YD
YC/YD
PC/PD
YC/YD
PC/PD
YC/YD
YC
Unit Voltage
Applied Voltage
MinMaxMaxMin
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
208/230-3-60187252
575-3-60540630
1
Cooling (°F)
1254086687008050460-3-60432504
125408668----460-3-60432504
1254086687008050460-3-60432504
125408668----460-3-60432504
125408668----460-3-60432504
1254086687008050460-3-60432504
125408668----460-3-60432504
1254086687008050460-3-60432504
125408668----460-3-60432504
125408668----460-3-60432504
1. Rated in accordance with AHRI Standard 110, Range “A” Utilization Voltage.
†. Low Ambient accessories are available to permit stable system operation at ambient temperatures down to 0°F.
LEGEND
EER = Energy Efficiency Ratio
AHRI = Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute
IPLV = Integration Part-Load Value
IEER = Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio
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Capacity Performance
Condenser and Air Handling Cooling Capacities
YC090/NC090