Gas heat/electric cooling package units (28 pages)
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Package Gas Electric RKNL-B Series Rheem Commercial Classic ® Series Package Gas Electric Unit RKNL-B Series Nominal Sizes 6-12.5 Tons [21.1-44.0 kW] ASHRAE 90.1-2010 Compliant Models FORM NO. R11-855 REV. 1...
Table of Contents RKNL-B Series TABLE OF CONTENTS Unit Features & Benefits ................3-7 Model Number Identification ................8 Options......................9 Selection Procedure ..................10 General Data RKNL- Series..................11-23 General Data Notes ..................24 Gross Systems Performance Data RKNL- Series..................25-27 Indoor Airflow Performance RKNL- Series..................28-32 Electrical Data RKNL- Series..................33-36 Dimensional Data ..................37-40...
Unit Features & Benefits RKNL-B Series RKNL-B STANDARD FEATURES INCLUDE: • R-410A HFC refrigerant. • Forkable base rails for easy handling and lifting. • Complete factory charged, wired and run tested. • Single point electrical and gas connections. • Scroll compressors with internal line break overload and •...
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Commercial Series™ label ( ) identifies the brand to the customer. a Rheem package unit arrives at the job, it is ready to go with a factory charge and quality checks. Each unit also proudly dis - plays the “Made in the USA” designation.
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0 to 6 turns open. Where the demands for low voltage circuit breaker that trips if a the job require high static, Rheem has high-static drives available low voltage electrical short occurs. that deliver nominal airflow up to 2" of static. By referring to the...
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The on the market. The draft inducers ( ) draw the flame from the low-pressure switch shuts off the Rheem exclusive in-shot burners ( ) into the aluminized tubular compressors if low pressure is heat exchanger ( ) for clean, efficient gas heat.
) can easily be accessed and maintained through the blower compartment. The polarized plug connection allows the motor to be changed quickly and eliminates the need to snake The Rheem roofcurb wires through the unit. ) is made for toolless assembly at...
Options RKNL-B Series FACTORY INSTALLED OPTION CODES FOR KNL (6 TO 12.5 TON) [21.1 TO 44.0 kW] Stainless Non-Powered Convenience Low Ambient/ Hail Option Code Steel Outlet/Unfused Freeze Guard Heat Exchanger Service Disconnect Stat ECONOMIZER SELECTION FOR KNL (6 TO 12.5 TON) [21.1 TO 44.0 kW] Single Enthalpy Economizer Single Enthalpy Economizer Option Code...
Selection Procedure RKNL-B Series To select an RKNL-B Cooling and Heating unit to meet a job 5. CALCULATE INDOOR BLOWER BTUH HEAT EFFECT requirement, follow this procedure, with example, using data FROM MOTOR WATTS, STEP 4. supplied in this specification sheet. 1,576 x 3.412 = 5,377 BTUH [1.57 kW] 1.
General Data Notes RKNL-B Series NOTES: 1. Cooling Performance is rated at 95° F ambient, 80° F entering dry bulb, 67° F entering wet bulb. Gross capacity does not include the effect of fan motor heat. AHRI capacity is net and includes the effect of fan motor heat. Units are suitable for operation to 20% of nominal cfm.
Dimensional Data RKNL-B Series Illustration ST-A0715-03-X1 BOTTOM VIEW [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
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Dimensional Data RKNL-B Series SUPPLY AND RETURN DIMENSIONS FOR HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS Illustration ST-A0736-02-X1 *RECOMMENDED DUCT DIMENSIONS ARE 26" SUPPLY AND RETURN DIMENSIONS FOR DOWNFLOW APPLICATIONS Illustration ST-A0738-02 [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
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Dimensional Data RKNL-B Series [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
Accessories RKNL-B Series FIELD INSTALLED ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT Shipping Factory Installed Model Weight Accessory Weight Installation Number Lbs. [kg] Lbs. [kg] Available? Thermostats See Thermostat Specification Sheet for Details (T11-001) Economizer w/Single Enthalpy (Downflow) AXRD-PDCM3 90 [40.8] 81 [36.7] Economizer w/Single Enthalpy and Smoke Detector (Downflow) AXRD-SDCM3 91 [41.3] 82 [37.2]...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series THERMOSTATS 200-Series * Programmable 300-Series * 500-Series * Deluxe Communicating/ Programmable Programmable 400-Series * Special Applications/ Programmable * Photos are representative. Actual models may vary. For detailed thermostat match-up information, see specification sheet form number T11-001.
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Accessories RKNL-B Series ECONOMIZER FOR DOWNFLOW DUCT INSTALLATION Use to Select Factory Installed Options Only AXRD-PDCM3—Single Enthalpy (Outdoor) and AXRD-SDCM3 Single Enthalpy with Smoke Detector RXRX-AV02—Dual Enthalpy Upgrade Kit RXRX-AR02—Optional Wall-Mounted CO Sensor Features Honeywell Controls ■ Available Factory Installed or Field Accessory ■...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series ECONOMIZER FOR HORIZONTAL DUCT INSTALLATION Field Installed Only AXRD-RDCM3—Single Enthalpy (Outdoor) RXRX-AV02—Dual Enthalpy Upgrade Kit RXRX-AR02—Wall-mounted CO Sensor Features Honeywell Controls ■ Available as a Field Installed Accessory Only ■ Gear Driven Direct Drive Actuator ■ Fully Modulating (0-100%) ■...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series POWER EXHAUST KIT FOR AXRD-MDCM3(-), AXRD-NDCM3(-) ECONOMIZERS RXRX-BFF02 (C, D, or Y*) *Voltage Code VERTICAL AIRFLOW Illustration STA1000-02 HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW Illustration STA1000-01 High Speed ➀ Low Speed Model No. Volts Phase of Fans (ea.) CFM [L/s] ➁ CFM [L/s] ➁...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series FRESH AIR DAMPER MOTORIZED DAMPER KIT RXRX-AW02 (Motor Kit for AXRF-KDA1) AXRF-KDA1 (Manual) DOWNFLOW OR HORIZONTAL APPLICATION Illustration ST-7951-17 Illustration ST-A0886-38 [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series ROOFCURBS (Full Perimeter) TYPICAL INSTALLATION Rheem’s roofcurb design can be utilized on all 6-12.5 ton ■ Illustration [21.1-44.0 kW] RKNL- models. ST-A0743-02 Two available heights (14" [356 mm] and ■ 24" [610 mm]) for ALL models. Quick assembly corners for simple and fast assembly.
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Accessories RKNL-B Series CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER APPLICATION Illustration ST-A0840-02 DOWNFLOW TRANSITION DRAWINGS RXMC-CE05 Used with RXRN-AA61 ■ or RXRN-AA71 Concentric Diffusers. Illustration ST-A0881-02 [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series DOWNFLOW TRANSITION DRAWINGS RXMC-CF06 Used with RXRN-AA66 ■ or RXRN-AA76 Concentric Diffusers. Illustration ST-A0881-03 [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series DOWNFLOW TRANSITION DRAWINGS RXMC-CD04 Used with RXRN-FA65 ■ or RXRN-FA75 Concentric Diffusers. Illustration ADS-7951-03 [ ] Designates Metric Conversions...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER—STEP DOWN RXRN-FA65 (7.5 & 8.5 Ton [26.4 & 29.9 kW] Models) For Use With Downflow Transition (RXMC-CD04) and 20" [508 mm] Round Supply and Return Ducts All aluminum diffuser with aluminum ■ return air eggcrate. Built-in anti-sweat gasket.
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Accessories RKNL-B Series CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER—STEP DOWN 18" x 28" [457.2 x 711.2 mm] RXRN-AA61 (8.5 & 10 Ton [29.9 kW & 35.2] Models) For Use With Downflow Transition (RXMC-CE05) and 18" x 28" [457.2 x 711.2 mm] Supply and Return Ducts All aluminum diffuser with aluminum ■...
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CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER—STEP DOWN 18" x 32" [457.2 x 813 mm] RXRN-AA66 (12.5 & 15 Ton [44.0 & 52.8 kW] Models) For Use With Downflow Transition (RXMC-CF06) and 18" x 32" [457.2 x 813 mm] Supply and Return Ducts All aluminum diffuser with aluminum ■...
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Accessories RKNL-B Series FLUSH MOUNT CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER—FLUSH RXRN-FA75 (7.5 & 8.5 Ton [26.4 & 29.9 kW] Models) For Use With Downflow Transition (RXMC-CD04) and 20" [508 mm] Round Supply and Return Ducts All aluminum diffuser with aluminum ■ return air eggcrate. Built-in anti-sweat gasket.
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Accessories RKNL-B Series CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER—FLUSH and 18" x 28" [457.2 x 711.2 mm] RXRN-AA71 (8.5 & 10 Ton [29.9 & 35.2] Models) For Use With Downflow Transition (RXMC-CE05) and 18" x 28" [457.2 x 711.2 mm] Supply and Return Ducts All aluminum diffuser with aluminum ■...
Accessories RKNL-B Series CONCENTRIC DIFFUSER—FLUSH 18" x 32" [457.2 x 813 mm] RXRN-AA76 (12.5 & 15 Ton [44.0 & 52.8 kW] Models) For Use With Downflow Transition (RXMC-CF06) and 18" x 32" [457.2 x 813 mm] Supply and Return Ducts All aluminum diffuser with aluminum return ■...
Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series Guide Specifications RKNL-B073 - 151 Note about this specification: Copying this document directly into your building specification is permissible. GAS HEAT PACKAGED ROOFTOP HVAC Guide Specifications Size Range: 6 to 12 Nominal Tons Section Description 23 06 80 Schedules for Decentralized HVAC Equipment 23 06 80.13 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment Schedule...
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Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series 23 09 33 Sequence of Operations for HVAC Controls 23 09 93.13 Decentralized, Rooftop Units: 23 09 93.13 INSERT SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 23 40 13 Panel Air Filters 23 40 13.13 Decentralized, Rooftop Units: 23 40 13.13.A. Standard filter section shall 1.
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Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series 23 81 19.13.G. Electrical Requirements 1. Main power supply voltage, phase, and frequency must match those required by the manufacturer. 23 81 19.13.H. Unit Cabinet 1. Unit cabinet shall be constructed of galvanized steel. 2. Unit cabinet exterior paint shall be: powder coat paint. 3.
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Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series 3. Standard Heat Exchanger construction a. Heat exchanger shall be of the tubular-section type constructed of a minimum of 20-gauge steel coated with a nominal 1.2 mil aluminum-silicone alloy for corrosion resistance. b. Burners shall be of the in-shot type constructed of aluminum-coated steel. c.
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Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series 23 81 19.13.M. Evaporator Fan and Motor 1. Evaporator fan motor: a. Shall have permanently lubricated bearings b. Shall have inherent automatic-reset thermal overload protection. c. Shall have a maximum continuous bhp rating for continuous duty operation; no safety factors above that rating shall be required.
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Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series 3. Liquid Propane (LP) Conversion Kit a. Package shall contain all the necessary hardware and instructions to convert a standard natural gas unit for use with lique- fied propane, up to 2000 ft (610m) elevation. 4. Flue Shield a.
Mechanical Specifications RKNL-B Series 14. Smoke detectors: a. Shall be a Four-Wire Controller and Detector. b. Shall be environmental compensated with differential sensing for reliable, stable, and drift-free sensitivity. c. Shall use magnet-activated test/reset sensor switches. d. Shall have tool-less connection terminal access. e.
BEFORE PURCHASING THIS APPLIANCE, READ IMPORTANT ENERGY COST AND EFFICIENCY INFORMATION AVAILABLE FROM YOUR RETAILER. GENERAL TERMS OF LIMITED WARRANTY* Rheem will furnish a replacement for any part of this product Compressor which fails in normal use and service within the applicable 3 Phase, Commercial Applications....Five (5) Years...
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™ The new degree of comfort. In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice. Rheem Heating, Cooling & Water Heating • P.O. Box 17010 Rheem Canada Ltd./Ltée • 125 Edgeware Road, Unit 1 Fort Smith, Arkansas 72917 •...