Tubular unit heaters (standard range) uha-series (74 pages)
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ADDISON RC/FC Se ® Split Condensing Section and Air Handling Unit Installation, Operation, & Maintenance Manual Part Number: AD-IOM-RCFC-001 Rev.: 06 Feb 2019DS RC/FC042 RC/FC150 RC/FC048 RC/FC180 RC/FC060 RC/FC210 RC/FC072 RC/FC240 RC/FC096 RC/FC300 RC/FC120 RC/FC360 RC/FC420 NOTICE Installer: Please take the time to read and understand the instructions contained inside this manual prior to any installation.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table of Contents: SECTION 1: Safety Introduction and Labeling Guide SECTION 12: Sequence of Operation Warnings, Dangers, Cautions, and Notices ....5 12.1 Unit Configuration ............49 Label Placement Guide ............6 12.2 Controls Options .............49 12.3 Basic Sequence of Operation ........50...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table of Figures and Tables: Figures: Figure 1: Label Placement Drawing ........6 Figure 2: Air Handler Clearances ........11 Figure 3: Condensing Section Clearances ....12 Figure 4: Unit Lifting ..............17 Figure 5: Unit Installation Example ........18 Figure 6: Lineset Piping with the Air Handler Above the Condensing Unit ..............29...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 1: WARNING Safety Introduction and Labeling Guide: Improper installation, service, or maintenance can Your Safety is Important to Us! result in death, injury, or property damage. Read this installation, operation, and maintenance manual Please follow and understand the rules and the thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 1: Label Placement Drawing NOTICE California Proposition 65 In accordance with California Proposition 65 requirements, a warning label must be placed in a highly visible location on the outside of the equipment (i.e., near equipment’s serial plate).
R-32 (Difluoromethane) and R-125 (Pentafluoroethane). DO NOT VENT HFC-(R410A) to The RC/FC Series is a split HVAC system that can operate the atmosphere. The U. S. Clean Air Act requires the within a broad range of ambient conditions and introduce recovery of any residual refrigerant.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 2.3 - Condensing Unit Nomenclature Example Digit: Description: Feature: 1 - 2 Product Family RC = Condensing Unit O = Dedicated Outdoor Air Application R = Recirculating A = Air Cooled Operation Type H = Air Source Heat Pump 042 = 3.5 Tons...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 2.4 - Air Handler Section Nomenclature Example Digit: Description: Feature: 1 - 2 Product Family FC = Air Handler O = Dedicated Outdoor Air Application R = Recirculating A = Air Cooled Operation Type H = Air Source Heat Pump 042 = 3.5 Tons...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 3: CAUTION Installer Responsibility: PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD The installer is responsible for the following: Do not use equipment in area containing corrosive materials. • To install and commission the unit, as well as the...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 4: Critical Considerations: 4.1 Required Clearances Clearances are the required distances that the unit must be away from objects and other units to allow service access and proper operation of the unit.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 3: Condensing Section Clearances TOP VIEW UNIT CLEARANCES AREA DESCRIPTION REQUIRED/SUGGESTED NOTE COMPRESSOR & CONTROL 36” CONDENSING COIL REQUIRED MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM CONDENSING COIL GROUNDED AND UNGROUNDED 24” AIR FLOW SUGGESTED STRUCTURES.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 4.1.1 Ventilation Clearances 4.2.2 Air Handler Placement Considerations In order to help ensure proper operation of an air-source When locating the air handlers, make sure there is constructed unit, a 24" (61.0 cm) clearance for ventilation sufficient free area to allow for adequate airflow to the must be maintained.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 1: Recommended Torque Settings 4.3 Hardware Unless otherwise specified, all hardware (except sheet metal screws) must be torqued to settings from Table 1. 4.4 Ship-With Parts Bolt Head Grade Marking Some options (if selected) may include parts that will require field installation.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 5: National Standards and Applicable Codes: 5.1 Refrigerant Handling Practices The handling, reclaiming, recovering and recycling of refrigerants as well as the equipment to be used and the procedures to be followed must comply with the national and local codes.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 6: WARNING Lifting a Split Air Conditioning Unit: CRUSH HAZARD The unit must be installed in compliance with all Use proper lifting equipment and applicable codes. The qualified installer or service practices. Failure to follow these...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 4: Unit Lifting Lifting Source Fixed Spreader Bar Adjust Cable Length To Lift Point As Needed Based On Center Of Gravity Fixed Cable Shakle with Minimum 1.25” [320mm] Pin WARNING CRUSH HAZARD Use unit lifting points for rigging only.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 7: Unit Placement: Figure 5: Unit Installation Example Disconnect Switch By Others Separate Eletrical Service Interconnecting Control Wiring By Others Refrigerant Lines By Others Liquid Line Outdoor Unit Suction Line (Min 3/8 Insulation)
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 8: 8.1 Outside or Return Air Ductwork Ductwork Consideration: Return air ductwork height and width must be no smaller than the unit return air opening height and width. The unit has been designed to operate at the specific air volume and external static pressure that was ordered.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 9: WARNING Refrigeration Circuits and Piping: EXPLOSION HAZARD 9.1 Refrigerant System is shipped with a dry nitrogen charge under pressure, This unit utilizes R-410A, a refrigerant with a zero ozone and must be relived before depletion rating, and POE refrigerant oil.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 9.3 Lineset Piping Installation Remove caps on the suction and liquid lines of the inside section by drilling a small hole in the caps and then apply Read these instructions completely before proceeding heat to caps to remove.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 3a: Lineset Recommended Sizes Indoor Unit Located Below Outdoor Unit Equivalent length up to 25’ Equivalent length 26’ to 50’ Nominal Btu/h Size inches O.D. Size inches O.D. per refrigerant Hot gas...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 3b: Lineset Recommended Sizes Indoor Unit Located Below Outdoor Unit, Cont. Equivalent length 100’ to 125’ Equivalent length 126’ to 150’ Nominal Btu/h Size inches O.D. Size inches O.D. per refrigerant Hot gas...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 3c: Lineset Recommended Sizes Indoor Unit Located Level With, or Above Outdoor Unit Equivalent length up to 25’ Equivalent length 26’ to 50’ Nominal Btu/h Size inches O.D. Size inches O.D. per refrigerant...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 3d: Lineset Recommended Sizes Indoor Unit Located Level With, or Above Outdoor Unit Equivalent length 100’ to 125’ Equivalent length 126’ to 150’ Nominal Btu/h Size inches O.D. Size inches O.D. per refrigerant...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 9.5 Hot Gas Reheat Lineset Piping Installation 9.7 Additional Piping Considerations Locate the hot gas reheat connection line(s) (factory 9.7.1 Leaks installed) at the indoor unit. Locate the hot gas reheat Leaks occur at incorrectly made joints. Very small circuit connection in the condensing unit.
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 6: Lineset Piping with the Air Handler Above the Condensing Unit Slope Down From Air Handler Air Handler Condensate Trap And Pipe Loop To Top Of Coil Suction Liquid Slope Down Towards Condensing Unit...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 7: Lineset Piping with the Air Handler Below the Condensing Unit Slope Down Towards Condensing Unit 1” - 10’ Suction Note: Add Additional Trap for Each 20ft of Riser Liquid Condensate Trap And Pipe...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 8: Circuit Diagram for Standard Compressor For Cooling Only Compressor Section Pressure Port Varispeed Controller Air Flow Condenser Fan Pressure Port Accumulator Pressure Port Receiver Filter Pressure Port Drier Oil Separator Compressor...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 9: Circuit Diagram for Standard Compressor with Hot Gas Reheat Compressor Section Pressure Port Varispeed Controller Air Flow Condenser Fan Reheat Valve Pressure Port Accumulator Pressure Port Receiver Filter Drier Pressure Port...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 10: Circuit Diagram for Standard Compressor with Heat Pump Operation and Hot Gas Reheat Compressor Section Pressure Port Varispeed Controller Air Flow Condenser Fan Reheat Valve Reversing Valve Pressure Port Accumulator Pressure Port...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 11: Circuit Diagram for Standard Compressor with Heat Pump Operation, Hot Gas Reheat, and Subcooling Compressor Section Pressure Port Varispeed Controller Air Flow Condenser Fan Reheat Valve Reversing Valve Pressure Port Accumulator...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 10: DANGER Unit Electrical: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Each unit is equipped with a wiring diagram (permanently Disconnect electric before service. attached behind clear view plastic on the inside of the More than one disconnect switch...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram - Condensing Section CoreSense #1 MSP-CC1 BL-4 BL-4 BL-4 BK-4 BK-4 BK-4 CCH1 G-14 R-14 CC1-A1 BK-14 CURRENT SENSOR MSP-OF1VFD MSP-OF1 OF1VFD OUTDOOR FAN MOTOR VFD R-12...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram - Condensing Section, Cont. HPR1 CoreSense #1 1,2,3,4, Enable Compressor #1 BOS1 LLS1 MOTOR STARTER Enable Supply Fan SF1C See Control Kit for the AHU. Field Wired...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram - Condensing Section, Cont. FIELD INSTALL EQUIPMENT TOUCH SEE TB4 ON UNIT LonWorks Card (optional) WIRING DIAGRAM Black Green Not Included White ZS Room To Wall Mount the...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram - Condensing Section, Cont. SEE TB4 ON UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM 24VAC Gnd 16 Universal UI-16 Inputs 9-16 + 15 0-5V Therm/ Gnd 14 Power UI-15 + 13...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram - Condensing Section, Cont. MODULATING REHEAT CONTROL VALVE BOARD MODULATING DISCHARGE VALVE CONTROL BOARD When using a SDR-3/3X Valve (0564P-0002) use When using a SDR-3/3X Valve (0564P-0002) use SDR-3/3X SW1 settings.
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram - Condensing Section, Cont. CONDENSER UNIT AIR HANDLER UNIT 24VAC 24VAC Supply Fan 24V Control Kit 24VAC SF1C 24VAC Electric Heater Shielded Twisted Wire # 18 ANALOG OUTPUT BOS1: Bleed Off...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 12: Example Electrical Wiring Diagram, Cont. LEGEND - ITEMS INSIDE CONTROL PANEL LEGEND - ITEMS OUTSIDE CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONAL FUNCTIONAL ITEM LINE NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM LINE NUMBER DESCRIPTION DESIGNATION DESIGNATION Compressor Contactor no. 1 BOS1 Bleed-Off...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 13a: VFD Control Kit Wiring MOTOR STARTER PROTECTION VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE R‐& R‐& OPTIONAL DISCONNECT BL‐& BL‐& SWITCH (TYPICAL) BK‐& BK‐& SUPPLY FAN MOTOR G‐& BLOWER MOTOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE 208/230 VOLT 460 VOLT PM‐ PHASE/POWER MONITOR 1/2 THRU 3...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 13b: VFD Control Kit Wiring MOTOR STARTER PROTECTION VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE R‐& R‐& OPTIONAL DISCONNECT BL‐& BL‐& SWITCH (TYPICAL) BK‐& BK‐& EXHAUST FAN MOTOR G‐& BLOWER MOTOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE 208/230 VOLT 460 VOLT 1/2 THRU 3 14 AWG...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 14a: Phase Monitor Data Purpose General Operational Specifications The purpose of the DPM is to Line Voltages Monitored: 200 to 240VAC, 1Ø, 50/60Hz monitor the line voltage sup- 200 to 600VAC, 3Ø, 50/60Hz...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 14b: Phase Monitor Data Example: If you want to change the Re-Start Delay to 3 minutes (default is 2 minutes) and you are on the Default screen: 1. Press the Right arrow until you get to the Re-Start Delay screen 2.
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 14c: Phase Monitor Data Specifications Supply Voltage: 24VAC, 120VAC or 208/240VAC, 1Ø Part Number: Tabs: Pluggable Blocks 12 VDC Supply: DPM-12D-T DPM-12D-B 24 VDC Supply: DPM-24D-T DPM-24D-B 24 VAC Supply: DPM-24A-T DPM-24A-B...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 11: DANGER Electric Heater Packages: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD 11.1 Principle of Operation Disconnect electric before service. More than one disconnect switch The electric heater is a self-contained duct heater may be required to disconnect comprised of: electric from equipment.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 6: FCRA/H Air Handler Standard Electric Heaters Heater kW Available Air Handler Model 208/60/3 042 - 060 3.8 - 18.8 072 - 120 7.5 - 30.0 150 - 240 11.3 - 45.0 300 - 420 15.0 - 52.5...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Figure 15: Typical Air Handler Wiring Diagram SF-OL SF-OL R‐14 R‐14 R‐14 FIELD POWER SUPPLY R‐14 FIELD POWER SUPPLY SEE AIR HANDLER UNIT BL‐14 G‐14 SEE AIR HANDLER UNIT BL‐14 G‐14 RATING PLATE RATING PLATE BK‐14 BK‐14 BK‐14 BK‐14 3 PHASE UNITS 3 PHASE UNITS SFC‐A SFC‐A OPTIONAL FAN OPTIONAL FAN ...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 12: DANGER Sequence of Operation: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD 12.1 Unit Configuration Disconnect electric before service. More than one disconnect switch Based on the unit's application, the unit may be may be required to disconnect configured in any number styles to achieve the described electric from equipment.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 12.3 Basic Sequence of Operation All sequence of operation information for units controlled with ALC controls is available in the ALC Sequence of Operation documents that can be requested from your manufacturer’s Addison representative for each specific job.
Equipment must always be by Addison and conform to all requirements set forth in properly grounded. the ADDISON® manuals and all applicable governmental authorities pertaining to the installation, service operation SEVERE INJURY HAZARD and labeling of the equipment.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 13.2 Pre-Start Checks 13.2.1 Ductwork and Electrical Connections Ensure that the following ductwork and electrical connections have been made: • Ductwork: Supply and return air connections. • Electrical: Line voltage power, control voltage power and remote sensor connections.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Pre-Start Checklist: ☐ Notes: Documentation to properly start the unit including the sequence of operation, and a copy of the work order listing complete unit configuration. Start-up technician will need to fill out the Start-Up Form with date of start-up and all information.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 8: Hot Water Heating Coil Flow Rate and Pressure Drop Nominal GPM Pressure Drop Air Handler Model Cabinet (Water Only) (FT, H2O) 042 - 072 1.72 096 - 120 10.0 5.96 150 - 210 16.0...
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Do not operate with and service of equipment sold and supplied by Addison access doors open. Installation, and conform to all requirements set forth in the ADDISON® operation, and maintenance manuals and all applicable governmental authorities must be performed by a trained pertaining to the installation, service, operation and labeling technician only.
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R-22 service and service of equipment sold and supplied by Addison equipment. Use proper refrigerant and conform to all requirements set forth in the ADDISON® handling practices, tools, and manuals and all applicable governmental authorities equipment. Failure to follow these...
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RC/FC Series Unit Start-Up Form GENERAL INFORMATION Project Name: Customer Name: Contractor Name: Address: Unit Model #: City/State/Zip: Unit Serial #: Phone/Fax: Unit Tag #: Start-Up Date: APPLICATION INFORMATION Outdoor Air Supply Air Temp (°F or °C): Temp (°F or °C):...
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RC/FC Series Unit Start-Up Form UNIT INFORMATION Condenser Fan Motor: Make: Catalog#: Voltage: AMPS: FR#: RPM: Quantity: Unit Compressors: Manufacturer: Model Number: Serial Number: Model Number: Serial Number: Model Number: Serial Number: Model Number: Serial Number: Unit Air Filters: Pre-Filters:...
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RC/FC Series Unit Start-Up Form START-UP CHECK Supply Motor AMPS: OA Damper Operation: Actuator: Return Damper Operation: Actuator: HEATING CHECK Heating Type: Hot Water: Electric: Control Valve: Heat Stages: Unit Safeties Operate Properly: Electric Heat AMPS: Comments: COOLING CHECK Charge:...
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RC/FC Series Unit Start-Up Form COOLING CHECK Compressor Circuit #1: Suction Pressure: Suction Temp: Saturation Temp: Discharge Pressure: Discharge Temp: Saturation Temp: Liquid Pressure: Liquid Temp: To Calculate Superheat: Convert suction pressure to saturation temperature, Superheat: then subtract the suction line temperature.
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RC/FC Series Unit Start-Up Form Comments: Owner’s Representative: Signature: Page 6 of 6...
Addison and conform to all requirements set forth in technician only. the ADDISON® manuals and all applicable governmental Failure to follow these instructions can result in authorities pertaining to the installation, service, operation death, electrical shock, or injury.
Using the instructions for lubrications, open grease outlet and purge the system as much as possible of the old or unwanted grease. Repeat this same operation after one week of service. Consult Addison or the motor manufacturer for further recommendations on grease compatibility.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 13: Maintenance Guidelines, Cont. 15.6 Condensate Drain Pan and Drain Check for blockages. Clean as necessary with mixture of 1/2 cup [0.1 L] bleach and 1 Assembly gallon [1.9 L] warm water if signs of mold or algae are present.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Section 16: DANGER Replacement Parts: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Before ordering replacement parts, please contact factory Disconnect electric before service. to make sure that the replacement parts are the direct More than one disconnect switch replacement for your specific unit.
Equipment must always be installation and service of equipment sold and supplied properly grounded. by Addison and conform to all requirements set forth in SEVERE INJURY HAZARD the ADDISON® manuals and all applicable governmental Do not enter equipment while in authorities pertaining to the installation, service, operation operation.
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.1: Supply Fan Problem Probable Cause Solution Damper limit switch not closed Repair or replace switch or inoperative Motor thermal overloads tripped For tripped condition-reset Blower Motor Does Not Run Fuses blown or missing...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.2: Compressor Problem Probable Cause Solution Power off, loose electrical connections or Check disconnect switch, fuses and wiring fuse open Check voltage to contactor coil, transformer Compressor contactor not closing slave relay, thermostat If compressor is hot, allow 2 hours to cool –...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.2: Compressor, Cont. Problem Probable Cause Solution Check incoming voltage leg-to-leg All three legs must be within 10% of the Low voltage required voltage and the leg-to-three-leg average voltage variation must be less than...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.3: Refrigeration Circuit Problem Probable Cause Solution Air noise Check ductwork Air Velocity too high Check for adequate control voltage, check Chattering contactor for shorts or breaks, check thermostat, Noisy Operation check contactor points...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.3: Refrigeration Circuit, Cont. Problem Probable Cause Solution Check thermostat, check heat Thermostat location or malfunction anticipator setting Improper refrigerant charge Check subcooling, verify superheat Defective high or low pressure control Check high or low pressure switch...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.4: Variable Speed Head Pressure Control Problem Probable Cause Solution No 24V control voltage Check for 24 VAC at control Check alignment of capillary fitting Schrader valve depressor must depress No input pressure to control...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.4: Variable Speed Head Pressure Control, Cont. Problem Probable Cause Solution Regulator seat is restricted Locate and remove stoppage, install strainer Pressure adjusting stem is set at a point so high that suction pressure never reaches...
RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Table 14.5: Electric Heater Problem Probable Cause Solution Check that the controls are set to call No call for heat for heating Check that heater has power and No Heat No power and control voltage to heater...
The following is the Limited Warranty provided by purchase date and required annual maintenance Addison (a trade name of Addison HVAC LLC, herein history, the data plate and/or serial number on any “Seller”) to any customer (herein “Buyer”) for any goods deliverable is removed, defaced, modified or altered and services (a “deliverable”):...
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RC/FC Series Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Except as set forth in these terms, Seller makes no representation or warranty of any type, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability, warranty of fitness for a particular purpose or warranty of non-infringement or warranty arising from any course of dealing, course of performance or usage of trade.
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