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TopCon TC.LAE
Liquid to air heat exchanger
Manual
DO6410.0003 V00.90
Regatron AG
Kirchstrasse 11
CH-9404 Rorschach
Tel +41 71 846 67 44
Fax +41 71 846 67 77
www.regatron.com
topcon@regatron.ch

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  • Page 1 TopCon TC.LAE Liquid to air heat exchanger Manual DO6410.0003 V00.90 Regatron AG Kirchstrasse 11 CH-9404 Rorschach Tel +41 71 846 67 44 Fax +41 71 846 67 77 www.regatron.com topcon@regatron.ch...
  • Page 2: General Information

    This information in this documentation corresponds to the development situation at the time of going to print and is therefore not of a binding nature. Regatron AG reserves the right to make changes at any time for the purpose of technical progress or product improvement, without stating the reasons.
  • Page 3: General Information About The Manual

    The manual must be available at all times to the personnel who are operating the device. Manual changes The TopCon TC.LAE is a new product that will change as it develops. There may therefore be changes in operation and the scope of operation.
  • Page 4 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Using the manual In its description the manual first provides an overview and then discusses the details of a function or situation. If necessary, instructions on how to perform actions are given step by step after explanatory text, figures and tables.
  • Page 5 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE -1- The header … contains the title of the instructions, the chapter numbers and chapter headings with the related sub-chapters so that you do not lose the overview even in the midst of explanations that cover several pages.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Table of contents GENERAL INFORMATION ....................2 Identification ..............................2 General information about the manual ......................3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................... 6 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................8 1.1. Product usage and restrictions ......................8 1.2. Features ............................... 9 1.2.1.
  • Page 7 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING ..............24 6.1. Device transport and installation ....................24 Un-/pack sequence – TC.LAE standard packaging ..............25 6.1.1. Unpack sequence – Coolant fill-up set (Option) ................ 26 6.1.2. 6.1.3. Disposal with due care for the environment ................27 6.1.4.
  • Page 8: Product Description

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Product description 1. Product description 1.1. Product usage and restrictions Operation of a TC.LAE device TC.LAE is a reverse cooling liquid to Air unit. The outlets and inlets of the TC.LAE and TC.ACS cooling interfaces are connected together to a closed liquid cooling circuit system.
  • Page 9: Features

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Product description 1.2. Features 1.2.1. Part of standard delivery A TC.LAE device according the Model range. For further information refer to the type plate in figure Fig. 1 , page 2. 1.2.2. Description of the model identifier...
  • Page 10: Position Of The Interfaces

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Product description 1.3. Position of the interfaces 1.3.1. Overview of the front side of the device Fig. 4 Overview of the interfaces - front side. Overview of the interfaces - front side Main switch device, rocker switch To switch on/ off the device.
  • Page 11: Overview Of The Rear Side Of The Device

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Product description 1.3.2. Overview of the rear side of the device Fig. 5 Overview of interfaces - rear side. Overview of interfaces - rear side LC inlet , Interface nipple G1/2” Non drip quick release coupling nipple to connect to the outlet of a device, which will be cooled by the TC.LAE device.
  • Page 12: Technical Data

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Product description 1.4. Technical data The TopCon TC.LAE is a new product that will change as it develops. The technical data may therefore change. You will find the latest version of the TC.LAE data sheet on the web site www.regatron.com.
  • Page 13: General Information On Safety And Hazards

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE General information on safety and hazards 2. General information on safety and hazards 2.1. Scope and applicability The general information applies to all TopCon low-voltage systems. The user(s) has (have) the obligation to avoid the risks and hazards mentioned by means of the rigorous application of specialist electrical rules.
  • Page 14: Personnel Area

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE General information on safety and hazards 2.2.1. Personnel area The utmost attention is to be paid to the hazards for individuals. There are various risks and hazards, of these the most important are mentioned here. Electric shock A low-voltage system can produce electrical potentials that can be dangerous or even fatal for individuals.
  • Page 15: Surrounding Area

    2.2.3. Surrounding area TopCon TC.LAE devices are air cooled. The generated heat is blown out to the rear of the TopCon TC.LAE device with the aid of internal fans. 2.2.4. Transport area For the transport the TopCon TC.LAE device there are no further...
  • Page 16: Area Related To Interaction With The System

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE General information on safety and hazards 2.2.5. Area related to interaction with the system Compliance with the design data for the specific system is a condition for malfunction-free operation. Load systems operated using a TC.LAE can have significant effects on the power source.
  • Page 17 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE General information on safety and hazards Further warning and hazard information Pictogram Meaning DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION due to electrical power DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION related to suspended load DANGER, WARNING CAUTION heated areas health hazard due a substance or mixture of...
  • Page 18: Layout And Function

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Layout and function 3. Layout and function 3.1. Function overview 3.1.1. The scope The TC.LAE is a liquid cooling device that transfers the internally generated heat energy from the attached device (TC.ACS) out to the surrounding air. It receives the heat energy via a tube connected to the liquid inlet and transfers the heat energy via a heat exchanger to the six rear mounted cooling fans.
  • Page 19: Internal Device Controlling

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Layout and function 3.1.2. Internal device controlling TC.LAE Temp. Mains 24 V Speed Pump Power supply Control 6 x Fan Fig. 9 Airflow through the TC.LAE device. -1 The power supply supports all components with 24 V -2- The controller controls the fan speed according the measured temperature by the sensors -5-.
  • Page 20: Controls And Displays (Standard)

    Switch position "0" (pushed):: the pump stops pumping the liquid. Tab. 7 Controls on the TopCon TC.LAE device. For further information under the key word “device addresses”, see the TopCon device manuals. 20 / 56...
  • Page 21: Options And Variations

    5. Options and variations 5.1. Overview Definition options Regatron considers the term option to cover characteristics that expand the functionality of a TopCon device and that can be purchased. In principle the options can be divided into 3 main groups: ...
  • Page 22: Connection Variants - Examples

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Options and variations 5.2. Connection variants – Examples It is possible to purchase the following connection variants as an option or to screw the various connections to the TC.LAE device to suit the specific needs. Fig. 1 Examples for cooling liquid connections.
  • Page 23: A Coolant Fill-Up Set (Option)

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Options and variations 5.3. A coolant fill-up set (Option) The coolant fill-up set is used for filling up the coolant in the TC.LAE device or emptying the coolant from the TC.LAE device. The set contains filling hoses, coolant canister with coolant and funnel.
  • Page 24: Installation And Commissioning

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6. Installation and commissioning 6.1. Device transport and installation The TopCon TC.LAE device does not require any further transport and positioning aids, e.g. carrying handles. Fig. 12 View of the TC.LAE device from the front.
  • Page 25: Un-/Pack Sequence - Tc.lae Standard Packaging

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning Un-/pack sequence – TC.LAE standard packaging 6.1.1. Fig. 13 Arrangement of standard shipping packaging for a TC.LAE device with 4 U. Keep the packing material! In case of device return, it is possible using it again.
  • Page 26: Unpack Sequence - Coolant Fill-Up Set (Option)

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning Unpack sequence – Coolant fill-up set (Option) 6.1.2. Fig. 14 Arrangement of shipping packaging for the coolant fill-up set. Elements of the original shipping packaging Safety coolant datasheet ANTIFREEZE FLUID N, Base ethylene-glycol (EG)
  • Page 27: Disposal With Due Care For The Environment

    TopCon TC.LAE devices are installed in standard cases or switch cabinets either separately or in multi-unit systems. In the standard design TopCon TC.LAE devices are intended to be installed in standard 19” cases and switch cabinets with an external air flow.
  • Page 28: Device Dis- /Connections

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2. Device dis- /connections The TopCon TC.LAE devices is prepared so that they can be installed, wired and interference suppressed as per the applicable regulations with as little effort as possible. Nevertheless, the responsibility for the compliance of systems and machines with built-in TopCon TC.LAE...
  • Page 29: Mains Connection

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.2. Mains connection Pin 1 Pin 1 Pin 3 Pin 3 Pin 1 Fig. 16 3-pin mains connection: socket -1- and plug -2-. For necessary installation information, refer to the following chapters:  Position of the interface, chapter 1.3.2, page 11.
  • Page 30: Liquid Cooling - Device Connection

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning Liquid cooling – device connection 6.2.3. Fig. 17 Connection of a coolant hose to the coolant standard interface of the device. Preparation:  Open-end wrench: 24 mm  Coolant hose: inside Ø: 13 mm outside Ø:...
  • Page 31: Liquid Cooling - Device Disconnection

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning Liquid cooling – device disconnection 6.2.4. Fig. 18 Disconnection of a coolant hose from the coolant standard interface of the device. Preparation:  Open-end wrench: 24 mm Procedure:  Loosen the union nut -1-, by turning to the left via open-end wrench.
  • Page 32: Dis-/Connect A Quick Release Coupling System (Option)

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.5. Dis-/connect a quick release coupling system (Option) In case the TC.LAE device is delivered with the quick release coupling connection system (option) Fig. 19 Non drip couplings -3- and nipples -2-. Procedure: dis-/connect the quick release coupling system ...
  • Page 33: Fill-Up The System With Coolant

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.6. Fill-up the system with coolant Possible harm by the coolant ! Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed: CAUTION  Possible damage to organs (H373).
  • Page 34 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.6.2. Preparation of the filling block Fig. 20 Filling block Condition:  The device is in the horizontal position  The device is switched off. Preparation:  A 6 mm Allen wrench is necessary.
  • Page 35 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.6.3. Removing/ Mounting of the filling hoses Fig. 21 Removing/ Mounting of the filling hoses. Preparation:  Make the coolant fill-up set available with: o the coolant Mixture: 30 % coolant to water.
  • Page 36 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.6.4. Fill-up the coolant expansions reservoir Fig. 22 Fill-up the coolant expansions reservoir. Notice, rests of cooling liquid are still in the devices. The quantities for fill-up may different, because the device was filled-up and emptied by the manufacturer.
  • Page 37 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning  Check the coolant level in the internal expansion reservoir on the device front side. For the procedure, refer to 6.2.6.5, page 38.  If the coolant do not fill-up the expansion reservoir, repeat the filling and pumping procedure according the steps before.
  • Page 38 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.6.5. Check the coolant level in the expansions reservoir Fig. 23 Check the coolant level in the expansions-reservoir Procedure: Check the coolant level in the internal expansion reservoir.  Check via a torch -1- the coolant level in the internal expansion reservoir -2-.
  • Page 39: Emptying The Coolant From The Device

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.7. Emptying the coolant from the device Possible harm by the coolant ! Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed: CAUTION  Possible damage to organs (H373).
  • Page 40 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.7.2. Preparation of the filling block Fig. 24 Preparation of the filling block. Condition:  The device is switched off. Preparation:  A 6 mm Allen wrench is necessary. Procedure: Removing of the Allen screws ...
  • Page 41 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.7.3. Removing/ Mounting of the filling hoses Fig. 25 Removing/ Mounting of the filling hoses. Preparation:  Make the coolant fill-up set available with: o Coolant canister for base ethylene-glycol (EG). For further information, refer to chapter 6.1.2, page 26.
  • Page 42 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.7.4. Pump out the coolant of expansions reservoir Fig. 26 Removing/ Mounting of the filling hoses. Preparation:  Mount the filling hoses, refer to chapter 6.2.7.3 , page 41.  The main switch is switched on, on the front side.
  • Page 43 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.2.7.5. Check the coolant level in the expansions reservoir Fig. 27 Check the coolant level in the expansions-reservoir Procedure: Check the coolant level in the internal expansion reservoir.  Check via a torch -1- the coolant level in the internal expansion reservoir -2-.
  • Page 44: Switching On And Off The Tc.lae Device

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Installation and commissioning 6.3. Switching on and off the TC.LAE device Possible damage of device CAUTION  An operation without coolant leads to damage of the pump. Avoidance:  Check the coolant level in the expansion reservoir.
  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Maintenance 7. Maintenance In principle the electronics in the TopCon TC.LAE device is maintenance-free. Life-expectancy – TC.LAE device Life-expectancy in stand by 50 000 h@ 40 °C Life-expectancy with nominal power P 40 000 h@ 40 °C Tab.
  • Page 46: Support

     On the procedure in the event of a repair. Prepare for contacting support! If you contact Regatron support, you can make the process more efficient with the following information:  Contact data: About your company, your sales partner ...
  • Page 47: How To Contact Support

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Support System information Hardware and software information Software version and firmware version, device serial number or device input and output data for single devices or multi-unit systems. Description of error Information that documents the situation and the state of the system using...
  • Page 48: Determination Of Device Information

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Support 8.3. Determination of device information Information on the device is to be found on the type plate on the rear side of the TC.LAE device. Liquid Air Heat Exchanger Unit T C.L AE .5.400 12345678 1 x 400 VAC 0.5 A...
  • Page 49: Appendix

    0 – 40 ˚C in operation 0 – 90 %, non-condensing Atmospheric humidity Tab. 10 Ambient conditions for the TopCon TC.LAE device. With full filed ethylene glycol based coolant in a mixure of 30%. 9.2. Cooling 9.2.1. Cooling power Cooling power – TC.LAE device Cooling Power 5kW@ 20 °C...
  • Page 50: Coolant

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Appendix 9.2.2. Coolant Coolant characteristics Recommended coolant – Characteristics Coolant Coolant Ethylene glycol based 30 %Ethylene glycol Mixture (Volume) 70 % Water Characteristics Density (20 °C) 1,129 g/ml Refraction (20 °C) 1,432 pH value (20 °C)
  • Page 51: Technical Data - Mechanical

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Appendix 9.3. Technical data – mechanical 9.3.1. Dimensions Front view Fig. 29 Front view of TopCon TC.LAE. Dimensions in mm Rear view 76.5 Fig. 30 Rear view of TopCon TC.LAE. Dimensions in mm 51 / 56 2016-06-08...
  • Page 52 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Appendix Side view Fig. 31 Side view of TopCon TC.LAE. Dimensions in mm Top view Fig. 32 Top view of TopCon TC.LAE. Dimensions in mm Dimensions Width 483 mm / (19“) 443 mm front panel / housing Height 176.1 mm /(4 HU) 173.2 mm...
  • Page 53: Weight

    For further information on the technical data, see device data sheet. Cross-section – Cable connections AC line 9.4.1. Terminal connection via cable ferrules Regatron recommends attaching cable ferrules at the connection cables for the plugs at the interface AC line. Cable connections – AC line. Fig. 33 Cable types: -1- Flexible, -2- Rigid, -3- Ferrule Pay attention to the cross-section of the line A: π...
  • Page 54: Mains Connection

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Appendix 9.4.2. Mains connection Mains connection TC.LAE.5.400 TC.LAE.5.230 TC.LAE.5.24 380 – 480 V 100 – 240 V Line voltage 24 V Voltage tolerance ± 10 % ± 10 % -10 %/ +0 % 48 – 62 Hz...
  • Page 55: Interfaces - Pin Definition

    Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Appendix Interfaces – pin definition 9.4.3. 9.4.3.1. AC line (mains input) Pin 1 Pin 1 Pin 3 Pin 3 Pin 1 Fig. 34 3-pin mains connection: socket -1- and plug -2-. 400 V Variation Pin definition – mains input model TC.LAE.5.400...
  • Page 56 Manual – TopCon TC.LAE Appendix 24 V Variation Pin definition – mains input model TC.LAE.5.24 Signal Description DC positive (max. 24 V DC negative (GND) Protected earth Tab. 20 Pin definition - mains input model TC.LAE.5.24. For further information about the cross-section of the connection mains, refer to chapter 9.4.1, page 53.

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