Packaged rooftop units, heat pumps, & outdoor air handling units (108 pages)
Summary of Contents for AAON M3 Series
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M3 Series Modular Indoor and Outdoor Air Handling Units Installation, Operation & Maintenance WARNING WARNING QUALIFIED INSTALLER If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion Improper installation, adjustment, may result causing property damage, alteration, service or maintenance personal injury or loss of life.
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® AAON M3 Series Features and Options Introduction Energy Efficiency System Integration Direct Drive Backward Curved Plenum Shipping Available as Factory Fans Assembled or Individual Modules Double Wall Rigid Polyurethane Foam AAON or Customer Provided Controls Injected Panel R-13Construction ...
Safety Attention should be paid to the following statements: NOTE - Notes are intended to clarify the unit installation, operation and maintenance. CAUTION - Caution statements are given to prevent actions that may result in equipment damage, property damage, or personal injury. WARNING - Warning statements are given to prevent actions that could result in equipment damage, property damage, personal injury or death.
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WARNING CAUTION During installation, testing, servicing Electric motor over-current protection and troubleshooting of the equipment and overload protection may be a it may be necessary to work with live function of the Variable Frequency electrical components. Only Drive to which the motors are wired. qualified licensed electrician...
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CAUTION WARNING Rotation must be checked on all Always use a pressure regulator, MOTORS AND COMPRESSORS of valves gauges control 3 phase units at startup by a qualified incoming pressures when pressure service technician. Scroll testing a system. Excessive pressure compressors are directional and can may cause line ruptures, equipment be damaged if rotated in the wrong...
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WARNING WARNING Risk of injury from hot parts – Some chemical coil cleaning compounds are caustic or toxic. Use Disconnect power, close these substances only in accordance isolation valves and allow equipment with manufacturer’s usage to cool before servicing equipment instructions.
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WARNING HOT PARTS Disconnect power, close isolation valves and allow equipment to cool before servicing equipment to prevent serious injury. Equipment may have multiple power supplies. Electric resistance heating elements and hot water or steam heating coils may have automatic starts. Hot water will circulate even after power is off.
Unit Orientation Determine left hand or right hand orientation (connections): M3 Series Top View Right Hand Side Supply Air Return Air AIR FLOW Supply Fan Coil Filter Connections & service access on left side for Left Hand Side left hand orientation Consider the air flow to be hitting the back of your head.
Model Number Nomenclature Base Model Number Individual Module Model Numbers Identifies the main unit features and options. Identifies module configurations, features, and options. MBA-101-0-00-0F0A0-000A0-0-0 FMB-102-0-00-B00C0-00000-0-0 CLA-103-A-00-CNCA0-00000-0-0 M3-0-094-134x119-3-A-A-A-0-A-0 BMA-104-A-00-00000-00000-0-0 SFA-105-0-AA-CPTB0-00000-0-0 DPA-106-0-00-D0000-0000C-M-0 Complete Model Number The complete unit model number consists of air handling unit assembly, increasing in a base model number followed by a series of value from the return/outside air section to...
M3 Series Base Feature String Nomenclature M3 - 0 - 060 - 108 x 099 - 3 - B - A - B - C - B - 0 Base Model Feature Description Assembly BASE MODEL A = Factory Assembled...
Supply Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature SFA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - C P H G A - A C B R - B - 0 Supply Fan Module Feature Description Blower Type SUPPLY FAN MODULE 0 = Standard Efficiency Module ID A = Premium Efficiency SFA = Supply Fan...
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Supply Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature SFA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - C P H G A - A C B R - B - 0 Blower Power Switch 0 = 24” Diameter 0 = No Wiring A = 27”...
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Supply Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature SFA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - C P H G A - A C B R - B - 0 Module Accessories Type 0 = None 0 = Standard A = Treadplate Floor A = Stainless Steel Interior B = Base Drain B = Stainless Steel Exterior...
Cooling/Preheat Coil Module Feature String Nomenclature CLD - 000 - A - 0 0 - A A 0 0 A - C A C 0 G - B - 0 Cooling/Preheat Module Feature Description COOLING/PREHEAT MODULE 0 = 8 FPI, 0.0060” Fin Thick, 0.017” Tube Wall Module ID A = 10 FPI, 0.0060”...
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Cooling/Preheat Coil Module Feature String Nomenclature CLD - 000 - A - 0 0 - A A 0 0 A - C A C 0 G - B - 0 Circuiting 0 = Full Serpentine 0 = No Preheat Coil A = 8 FPI, 0.0060”...
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Cooling/Preheat Coil Module Feature String Nomenclature CLD - 000 - A - 0 0 - A A 0 0 A - C A C 0 G - B - 0 Preheat Coil Type Access 0 = No Preheat Coil 0 = Left Door, Left Drain, Left Coil Connections A = Hot Water, Full Serpentine (2 Rows Only) A = Left Door, Left Drain, Right Coil Connections B = Hot Water, Half Serpentine...
Heating Coil Module Feature String Nomenclature HCD - 000 - A - H E - B B C A A - 0 0 0 0 0 - B - 0 Heating Coil Module Description Staging HEATING COIL MODULE 0 = No Electric Heat Module ID A = 2 Stage HCA = Hot Water Coil, External Connections...
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Heating Coil Module Feature String Nomenclature HCD - 000 - A - H E - B B C A A - 0 0 0 0 0 - B - 0 Coating 0 = No Heating Coil 0 = No Heating Coil A = 8 FPI, 0.0060”...
Mixing Box/Economizer Module Feature String Nomenclature MBA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - B B C A 0 - A B 0 0 Q - B - 0 Mixing Box/Economizer Module Feature Description Exhaust Air Location MIXING BOX/ECONOMIZER 0 = None MODULE A = End...
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Mixing Box/Economizer Module Feature String Nomenclature MBA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - B B C A 0 - A B 0 0 Q - B - 0 Module Accessories Type 0 = None 0 = Standard A = Treadplate Floor A = Stainless Steel Interior B = Base Drain B = Stainless Steel Exterior...
Discharge Module Feature String Nomenclature DPA - 000 - 0 - A A - B A 0 0 B - 0 0 0 0 Q - B - 0 Discharge Module Feature Description Blank DISCHARGE MODULE 0 = Standard Module ID DPA = Discharge Plenum Power Switch DPB = Discharge Plenum with Control Panel...
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Discharge Module Feature String Nomenclature DPA - 000 - 0 - A A - B A 0 0 B - 0 0 0 0 Q - B - 0 Access Type 0 = Left Door, No Drain 0 = Standard A = Right Door, No Drain A = Stainless Steel Interior B = Both Doors, No Drain...
Exhaust Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature EFA - 000 - A - A B - A B B A A - B B E C R - 0 - 0 Blower Type Exhaust Fan Module Feature Description EXHAUST FAN MODULE 0 = Standard Efficiency Module ID A = Premium Efficiency...
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Exhaust Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature EFA - 000 - A - A B - A B B A A - B B E C R - 0 - 0 Blower Outside Air Location 0 = 24” Diameter 0 = None A = 27”...
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Exhaust Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature EFA - 000 - A - A B - A B B A A - B B E C R - 0 - 0 Damper Actuator Type Access 0 = None 0 = Left Door, No Drain A = Standard Damper A = Right Door, No Drain B = Standard Damper, On/Off Actuator...
Energy Recovery Module Feature String Nomenclature HRA - 000 - 0 - A C - 0 0 0 0 0 - G A A A C - D - 0 Energy Recovery Module Feature Description Return Air Opening Location ENERGY RECOVERY MODULE 0 = None Module ID A = Bottom...
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Energy Recovery Module Feature String Nomenclature HRA - 000 - 0 - A C - 0 0 0 0 0 - G A A A C - D - 0 Access Type 0 = Left Door, Left Drain 0 = Standard 1 = Left Door, No Drain A = Stainless Steel Interior 2 = Right Door, No Drain...
Return Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature RFA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - C P H D A - 0 0 0 A R - B - 0 Return Fan Module Feature Description Blower HP RETURN FAN MODULE 0 = 1 hp, 1170 rpm Module ID A = 2 hp, 1170 rpm...
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Return Fan Module Feature String Nomenclature RFA - 000 - 0 - 0 0 - C P H D A - 0 0 0 A R - B - 0 Blank Access 000 = Standard M = No Door, No Drain N = No Door, Left Drain Connection P = No Door, Right Drain...
General Description CAUTION M3 Series modular air handling units have These units must not be used as a been designed to maximize the versatility “construction heater” anytime and range of applications. This manual is during any phase of construction. intended to be a guide to facilitate the...
6. With permission of freight carrier, order The warranty card must be completed in full parts and/or make repairs. and returned to AAON not more than 3 7. Stay in contact with freight carrier to months after unit is delivered.
Rigging to prevent excess lateral force on the lifting points. WARNING All shipping covers should be left in place Check the shipping section weights until ductwork is ready to be connected or on the Bill of Lading to be sure they shipping sections are ready to be joined.
Module Location The numbering begins at the return air side Module location is identified by a three digit of the unit. Module 101 will always be the number which is labeled on the access side bottom module at the return air end of the of the base rail.
The modules can be moved by rolling them on pipes. The pipes should be spaced a maximum of one foot apart. See the following figure. Figure 8 - Module Connection 4. Pull the two sections together using a come-along attached to the lifting points on the base rail.
The following figure displays a top view of the correctly overlapping module sections with integrated splice. Figure 12 - Aligning the Top of a Unit 5. Secure the two sections together with bolts in the holes surrounding the lifting hole in the base rail. Figure 10 - Top View of Module Be sure to replace the lifting lugs on either Connection...
7. Pull sections together until exterior skins 9. Attach integrated splice on walls and roof meet. to adjoining section with self-tapping screws (#10 HEX HEAD) Figure 15 - Pulling Sections Together Figure 17 - Attaching Splice 8. After ensuring that the dimensions are correct, fasten sections together with self- 10.
It is the contractor’s responsibility to seal all field- split sections. Spring Isolator Adjustment AAON M3 Series air handling units are equipped with spring isolators in all blower sections for vibration attenuation. Figure 19 - Attaching Base Splice CAUTION Splice should have 1/8”...
Blower Wheels The isolators can be adjusted by first AAON units are equipped with a backward loosening the locking bolt located on top of curved blower wheels that is set to deliver the frame. The adjustment bolt located just the air volume specified according to unit below the frame is used to set the spring into size and/or job requirements.
Figure 22 - Supply Fan Banding cause an un-trapped drain to back up due to Condensate Drains air being pulled up through the condensate WARNING drain piping. Blow-through coils will have a positive static pressure in the drain pan. The Condensate drains that are not condensate piping on these drain pans must properly trapped could cause drain...
Draw-Through P-Trap Example Figure 24 – Draw-Through Drain Pan Connection Locations The unit shown above is a draw-through unit In the case below the outside air static with a mixing box, 12” cartridge filters with pressure is -0.75” due to duct loss between 2”...
These values are listed on the Unit Rating Sheet which can be obtained from the AAON sales representative. Figure 25 - Example Draw-Through AAONEcat32 Rating Sheet...
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The following components should be added: 0.28” RA Opening 12” Cartridge Filter 0.35” Pleated Cartridge Filter 0.30” 0.45” Cooling Coil 0.09” Preheat Coil 0.35” Dirt Allowance These values should be added to the absolute value of 1.5” to get a total of 3.32” static pressure.
Blow-Through Coils Table 2 - Blow-Through Drain Trap Dimensions Blow-Through Drain Pan Pressure Trap Dimension Positive Static (inches of water) (inch) Figure 26 - Blow-Through Drain Trap The Y dimension of blow-through traps should be at least equal to the value of the positive pressure in the drain pan plus one inch.
Unit Rating Sheet which can be obtained heating coil. To find the static pressure in from the AAON sales representative. the drain pan, subtract .08” and .15” from...
The ‘Y’ dimension on the blow-through p- 1. Remove the external control panel from trap should be at least 3.77”, or one inch the shipping position in the supply fan plus the calculated static pressure in the module. drain pan. The total p-trap height will need to be 3.77”...
not be run in the same conduit as power wiring. Protect the branch circuit in accordance with code requirements. The unit must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI / NFPA No. 70. In Canada use current C.S.A.
Use the following procedure to AAON damper blades are connected with cut a round hole in a foam panel. interlocking gears. A coupling is attached to one of the gears for connection to the 1. Locate the placement of the hole. Be sure actuator.
Duct System Remove duct shipping covers immediately prior to duct connection. A 1 inch tall duct flange is provided around each duct opening. Piping CAUTION All piping design and installation should be performed by qualified professionals. All applicable codes and industry standards should be adhered to.
drains. Remove the two bolts by each coil Operation connection. When replacing the cover, take care not to over-tighten the bolts as this could cause the rivet-nut to come loose. WARNING Vents and drains are sealed with half inch plugs. Improper installation, adjustment,...
• Check for compliance of all codes and special provisions. • Attach all access panels, close all doors. • Ensure that ductwork dampers are open. CAUTION Improper startup procedures could damage unit possibly void manufacturer’s warranties. Procedures Figure 34 - Blower Rotation Install any gauges, voltmeter, and ammeter before startup.
• Winterize coils if necessary. • Inspect and if necessary clean unit interior. Controls M3 Series air handlers can be shipped from the factory with no controls and no wiring, Yearly: • Clean coils, drain pan and drain line.
will help prevent dirty coils; however, coils surfaces can be easily damaged (fin edges should still be cleaned at least annually by bent over) if the tool is applied across the an HVAC professional. fins. The coils should be cleaned using low- Use of a water stream, such as a garden pressure water, low-pressure air, or a non- hose, against a surface loaded coil will drive...
prior to application of this product. As in all CAUTION surface preparation, the best work yields the best results. Harsh chemicals, household bleach, or acid cleaners should not be used Apply CHLOR*RID DTS - Apply directly to clean outdoor or indoor e-coated onto the substrate.
removed independently from either side of the unit. To remove a coil, first disconnect the water piping from the coil. Remove the coil access panel on the side from which the coil is to be removed. Remove the screws connecting coil end panel to the coil.
WARNING Shut off power to unit and wait for fans to stop turning before removing an access panel. To make sure the unit is not pressurized, open door opposite the access panel. Serious injury can result from removing a panel under positive pressure. To remove an access panel, remove bolts from the perimeter.
Replacement Parts Parts for AAON equipment may be obtained from your local AAON representative. Reference the unit serial number and part number when ordering parts. AAON Warranty, Service and Parts Department 2424 S. Yukon Ave. Tulsa, OK 74107 Ph: 918-583-2266 Fax: 918-382-6364 www.aaon.com...
Table 3 - Flat Pleated Filters Unit Size Filter Size Qty Wide Qty High Total Qty Face Area 20” x 16” 35.56 ft 20” x 16” 44.44 ft 20” x 16” 44.44 ft 20” x 16” 55.56 ft 20” x 16” 66.67 ft 20”...
M3 Series Startup Form Job Name:_______________________________________________ Date:______________ Address:______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Model Number:_________________________________________________________________ Serial Number:_____________________________________________ Tag:_______________ Startup Contractor:______________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Phone:______________ Pre Startup Checklist Installing contractor should verify the following items. 1. Is there any visible shipping damage? 2. Is the unit level? 3.
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Supply Fan Assembly Alignment Check Rotation Nameplate Amps________ Number Band Size_____________________ VAV Controls_________________ VFD Frequency________________ Springs Operating Correctly Energy Recovery Wheel Assembly Wheels Spin Freely Check Rotation FLA ________ Number Power Exhaust Fan Assembly Alignment Check Rotation Nameplate Amps________ Number Band Size_____________________ VFD Frequency________________ Springs Operating Correctly...
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Outside Air/Economizer Dampers OA Operation Check Damper Wiring Check Gears Check RA Operation Check Damper Wiring Check Gears Check EA Operation Check Damper Wiring Check Gears Check Damper Actuator Type:__________________________________________________________ Economizer Changeover Type and Operation:_______________________________________ Electric Heating Stages__________ Limit Lockout Aux.
This log must be kept with the unit. It is the responsibility of the owner and/or maintenance/service contractor to document any service, repair, or adjustments. AAON Service and Warranty Departments are available to advise and provide phone help for proper operation and replacement parts.
Literature Change History June 2010 Update of the IOM adding PVC and CPVC piping Caution and revising the Module Assembly section. April 2012 Update of the IOM changing the 2” pleated 30% efficient filter from MERV 7 to MERV 8, correcting the Unit Lifting Drawing to show a 60 degree minimum strap angle, adding the electronic startup form, adding the index of tables and figures, and updating the table of contents.
Maintenance R57350 · Rev. D · 160822 It is the intent of AAON to provide accurate and current product information. However, in the interest of product improvement, AAON reserves the right to change pricing, specifications and/or design of its product without notice, obligation or liability.