Coils - Trane Climate Changer T Series Installation Operation & Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Coils

Hazardous Chemicals!
Coil cleaning agents can be either acidic or highly alkaline. Handle chemical carefully.
Proper handling should include goggles or face shield, chemical resistant gloves,
boots, apron or suit as required. For personal safety refer to the cleaning agent
manufacturer's Materials Safety Data Sheet and follow all recommended safe
handling practices. Failure to follow all safety instructions could result in death or
serious injury.
All coils should be kept clean to maintain maximum performance.
Steam and Water Coils
To clean steam and water coils:
1. Disconnect all electrical power to the unit.
2. Wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment, use a soft brush to remove
3. Install a block-off to prevent spray from going through the coil and into a dry section
4. Mix a high-quality coil cleaning detergent with water according to the manufacturer's
Note: If the detergent is strongly alkaline after mixing (PH 8.5 or higher), it must contain
5. Place the mixed solution in a garden pump-up sprayer or high-pressure sprayer. If a
6. Spray the leaving air side of the coil first, then the entering air side.
7. Thoroughly rinse both sides of the coil and the drain pan with cool, clean water.
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 as necessary.
9. Straighten any coil fins that may have been damaged during the cleaning process.
10. Confirm the drain line is open following the cleaning process.
11. Allow the unit to dry thoroughly before putting it back into service.
12. Replace all panels and parts and restore electrical power to the unit.
13. Be careful any contaminated material does not contact other areas of the unit or
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loose debris from both sides of the coil.
of the unit and/or system ductwork.
instructions.
an inhibitor. Follow the cleaning solution manufacturer's instructions regarding
the use of the product.
high pressure sprayer is to be used:
– Maintain minimum nozzle spray angle of 15 degrees.
– Spray perpendicular to the coil face.
– Keep the nozzle at least 6 inches from the coil.
– Do not exceed 600 psi.
building. Properly dispose of all contaminated materials.
T-Series Climate Changer Air Handler IOM • CLCH-SVX06A-EN