Single compressor water to water heat pumps (110 pages)
Summary of Contents for Maritime Geothermal TF Series
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Installation and Service Manual TF-Series Triple Function Geothermal Heat Pump (Gen2) Two-stage R410a Model Sizes 45-80 Maritime Geothermal Ltd. info@nordicghp.com P.O. Box 2555, 170 Plantation Road www.nordicghp.com Petitcodiac, NB E4Z 6H4 002362MAN-01 (506) 756-8135 15-Jan-2019 Page 1 002362MAN-01 15-Jan-2019...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Ensure all access panels are in place and properly secured before applying power to the unit. Failure to do so may cause electrical shock. WARNING: Before performing service or maintenance on the system, ensure all power sources are DISCONNECTED.
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S D E This manual applies only to the models and revisions listed in this table. Maritime Geothermal Ltd. has a continuous improvement policy and reserves the right to modify specification data at any time without prior notice . 15-Jan-2019...
TF System Description 1. Air Heating Mode General Overview In air heating mode, the heat pump heats warm air in a The Nordic TF-series, a unique product with a more than duct system when heat is called for by the ducted air thermo- 20-year history of reliable operation, is a package water source stat.
Mode and Priority Selection Auxiliary Hydronic Heat The heat pump can be set to Air or Hydronic priority. Units If the heating system is fully backed up through the ducted are shipped set up for air priority. This is normally a good set- air system, hydronic backup heat may not be required.
TF-Series Sizing Heat Pump Sizing heating season, in order to take advantage of the latent heat of groundwater (at least in northern climates). Hence, the Stand- The following table is a rough guideline as to the size of ard Capacity Ratings for Ground Loop Heating should apply in home each heat pump size can handle for ground loop (closed all northern climates.
(groundwater) installation: FROM MARITIME GEOTHERMAL FROM MARITIME GEOTHERMAL • TF SERIES HEAT PUMP (L OR R RETURN) • TF SERIES HEAT PUMP (L OR R RETURN) • PLENUM HEATER __kW • PLENUM HEATER __kW •...
Air Outlet Orientation Unpacking the Unit The unit has a field configurable blower position, resulting When the heat pump reaches its destination it should be in top or side air discharge. Its default location from the factory unpacked to determine if any damage has occurred during is in the top of the unit, providing a “ninety”...
Wiring Indoor Loop Circulator Pump Wiring Power Supply Connections There are provisions for connecting the indoor circulator Power supply for the heat pump from the breaker panel is pump (between the heat pump and buffer tank) so that it will be supplied to the unit via concentric 1.093”...
Thermo2000 EcoUltra tank that is Domestic Hot Water (Desuperheater) available from Maritime Geothermal as an accessory. If not using Setpoint Control, backup device may use its The desuperheater function for domestic hot water heating own controls, provided they are accurate (i.e. devices with a is pre-wired and no field connections are necessary.
Piping Domestic Hot Water Indoor Loop (Desuperheater) Connections The connections for the Indoor Loop circuit are 1” The port connections for the DHW circuit are 1/2” brass FPT brass female NPT. They are labelled as INDOOR IN and fittings. They are marked as DHW IN and DHW OUT. INDOOR OUT.
FPT fittings. They are marked as OUTDOOR IN and Figure 1: Ground Loop Accessories & Tools OUTDOOR OUT. Circulator Pump Module Maritime Geothermal Ltd. offers compact pump modules with built in three way valves to facilitate filling and purging the ground loop. Refer to drawing 000906CDG at the end of this section.
Once the lines have been filled and no more air bubbles are TABLE 12 - Volume of fluid per 100 ft. of pipe appearing in the line, adjust the circulator pump module valves to circulate water through the heat pump using the same Volume /100ft.
Open Loop Installations Well Water Temperature tween the pumping fluid level and the pump intake) would con- tribute linearly to the flow rate should a larger pump be installed. The temperature of the well water should be a minimum of 41°F (5°C), and should normally be 45+°F (7°C+).
will not necessarily be pumped into the same aquifer, depend- Figure 2: Open Loop Accessories & Tools ing on underground conditions. The return well must be able to supply at least the same quantity of water as the amount you Cumulative Water wish to inject into it, preferably much more, since injection ca-...
Plumbing the Heat Pump Dole valves can emit a ‘whistling’ sound if the pressure drop through them is high. Therefore, they should be placed The port connections for the outdoor loop are 1” brass where the noise will not cause a nuisance, e.g. outside the FPT fittings.
A duct system capable of supplying the required air flow is that promotes even heat distribution, such as one at each end of of utmost importance. Maritime Geothermal Ltd. recommends the room. It is always a good idea to place a damper in each...
TABLE 15 - Duct Sizing Guide (external static of 0.20” H Minimum Return Air Airflow Diameter Airflow Duct Area Rectangular Equivalents (in) Diameter (cfm) (in) (L/s) (sq.in) (in) 2.25 x 10 3 x 8 3.5 x 6 4 x 5.5 5 x 5 2.25 x 10 3 x 8...
Operation BACnet Control lator is ON, OFF or SAMPLING. The default sampling times are 2 minutes ON and 6 minutes OFF. The LCD display will also If controlling the system via the BACnet interface, skip the indicate when the ICR is sampling (ON). The Timer Override entire Operation section.
Setpoint Control screen looks like this for both Method 1 (Indoor Loop) and Method 2 (HTS/CTS). Set indoor circulator ON/ OFF sampling intervals Reduce countdown timer to 10s Set units (STANDARD or METRIC) Outdoor Reset Measured water temperature When Control Source HYD is set to Setpoints, an optional Outdoor Reset control algorithm is available for heating mode.
PC Application (PC App) NOTE: Before using the PC Application, refer to Appendices for installation instructions for the PC Application and USB driver for the COM port. Both must be installed in order to run the PC App and communicate with the control board. Connect a USB cable between the PC and the control board USB connector located at the bottom center of the board.
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View Menu: This menu handles all of the operational viewing screens. Clicking on the View submenus will open the page in the PC APP’s frame. The next few pages of the manual show screenshots of each of the pages along with some descriptions of what is on each page. The main control panel window will open, shown below.
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View-->Alarms, Limits and Faults (ALARMS Tab): NOTE: Greyed out Alarms in the PC APP are not applicable to the system setup and are not monitored by the control board. NOTE: Refer to Alarms and Faults screenshot below to see which alarms have a count. Alarms without a count: These alarms only occur one time at which point they immediately create a Permanent Alarm.
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View-->Alarms, Limits and Faults (ALARMS LIST Tab): This tab show a history of alarms that have occurred since the PC APP was connected to the control board. This list will be lost when the PC APP is disconnected. Each alarm that occurs while This button will erase the the PC APP is connected to alarm events in the Alarm List.
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View-->Alarms, Limits and Faults (FAULTS tab): This tab shows hardware faults that could occur. If one of these faults occurs there may be a problem with the control board hard- ware, with LCD Display and buttons, or with a sensor. If a fault occurs, some things to try: ...
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View-->Water Lines Shows the water line temperatures. View-->Digital Inputs Shows the digital inputs and their individual status (ON/OFF). They may be individually controlled when in Manual Override Mode in order to facilitate troubleshooting. View-->Digital Outputs Shows the digital outputs and their individ- ual status (ON/OFF).
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Graphs Menu: This menu is a list of the available graphs. Graphs are real-time and show a time stamp of when the recording started as well as a current time which will show up if the graph is screen captured. Each graph has a CLEAR button which will erase the stored data and restart the graph.
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Tools Menu: This is where various tools for system setup and monitoring are located. Tools-->Configuration (System Configuration tab): This is where the system setup is done. Settings should only be changed by a person who has a good understanding of system oper- ation.
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Tools-->Configuration (Alarms and Delays tab): Click on the UP/DOWN arrows to change the value, noting that values have both a low and high limit. The number of minutes before the The minimum off unit can start again after various time when switching Count Reduce Time is alarm shutdowns between heating and...
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Tools-->Calibration: Generally there is no need for calibration. The suction and discharge pressures may be calibrated in increments of 1 psi if there is a discrepancy in the readings when compared to a known good reference. Temperature sensors may be adjusted in increments of 0.1°F. There is an AUTO CALIBRATION routine in the program that continu- ally calibrates the temperatures sensors against an on board reference resistor by applying an offset to the temperature sensors.
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Tools-->Datalogging (Datalog tab): The datalog rate is set via the dropdown box at the top right of the PC App main window. Starting with firmware version 2.85, a log will be recorded at the datalog rate whenever the heat pump is powered on, making it easy to compare datalogs from multiple units . The maximum number of datalog records is 32,224, which will take 45 days to fill up at the default recording rate of 2 minutes.
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Tools-->Parameters: WARNING! The Parameters page is for advanced use only. Changing parameter values can cause the system to stop functioning properly. The parameters page shows all configurable memory spaces with their name and current value and allows them to be edited directly. To change a parameter value type in the new value and press ENTER.
LCD Display & Menus These are examples of the unit status and operating data displayed when at the message display level (top level). Pressing ENTER will enter into the menu levels beginning with the Main Menu. Pressing OK will toggle between message auto scroll and manual scroll modes.
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Main Menu Continued ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Description (From Main) (First Press) (Second Press) (Third Press) Do not enter Service Mode. Service Mode — Service Mode? — No Enter into Service Mode. — Yes Puts EEV in Auto mode EEV Control —...
Communications line (-) (middle pin) C: Ground connection (left pin) Vendor: Maritime Geothermal Ltd. Vendor ID: Model Name: MGT GEN2 Control Board The following parameters can be set via the LED Display Configuration Menu or via the PC APP Configuration Page.
TABLE 19 - BACnet OBJECTS - DATA (Read Only) Name Property Units Description Data—Type Analog Input AI0 (Comp1_Current) Present Value Amps Compressor current draw (AI0) - requires accessory AI1 (Comp2_Current) Present Value User User defined (0-5VDC or 4-20mA) AI_2 Present Value User User defined (0-5VDC or 4-20mA) AI_3...
TABLE 21 - BACnet OBJECTS - FAULT Descriptions (Read Only) Name Data Type Description AI4 (Cold Tank) Analog Input AI5 (Hot Tank) Analog Input Tank temperature sensor faulty or disconnected - requires accessory LPS1 Analog Input Low pressure sensor faulty or disconnected HPS1 Analog Input High pressure sensor faulty or disconnected...
A completed copy should be left on site, a copy kept on file by the installer and a copy should be sent to Maritime Geothermal Ltd. Check the boxes or fill in the data as each step is completed. For data boxes, circle the appropriate units.
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Startup Record: 1. Sign and date the Startup Record and have the homeowner sign as well. Leave the Startup Record with the homeowner, retain a copy for filing and send a copy to Maritime Geothermal Ltd. for warranty registration. 15-Jan-2019...
°F °C Compressor L1 (black wire) current Date: Installer Signature: Homeowner Signature: A total of three copies are required: one for the homeowner, one for the installer, and one to be sent to Maritime Geothermal Ltd. 002362MAN-01 Page 62 15-Jan-2019...
General Maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Item Interval Procedure Air Filter 6 months Inspect for dirt. Replace if necessary. Contactor 1 year Inspect for pitted or burned points. Replace if necessary. Condensate Drain 1 year Inspect for clogs. Remove and clean if necessary. Loop Coils As required* Clean as per HEAT EXCHANGER FLUSHING PROCEDURE below.
Troubleshooting Guide The following steps are for troubleshooting the heat pump. If the problem is with the domestic hot water or the plenum heat- er, proceed to those sections at the end of the troubleshooting guide. Repair procedures and reference refrigeration circuit diagrams can be found later in this manual.
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ALARMS AND FAULTS TROUBLESHOOTING Alarm/Fault Description Recommended Action The data logging function of the GEN2 Control Board is a very useful tool for troubleshooting alarms. It provides a histo- ry of the unit operation up to and including the time at which the alarm(s) occurred. Note that some alarms require ac- cessory components.
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COMPRESSOR TROUBLESHOOTING Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Compressor will Faulty control board. No 24vac output on STAGE1 when Replace control board. not start compressor should be operating. Faulty run capacitor. Check value with capacitance meter. Replace if faulty. (Single phase only) Should match label on capacitor.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - WATER HEATING MODE Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Fault High or low suc- Faulty sensor Compare pressure sensor reading Check wiring, replace sensor. If tion or discharge against a known reference such as a problem persists, replace control pressure new refrigeration manifold set.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - WATER HEATING MODE Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Fault Low suction Leaking NC solenoid Check for temperature difference Replace solenoid or valve if faulty. pressure valve. across valve, which should be closed in this mode. (continued) Low refrigerant charge. Superheat is high, EEV position is Locate the leak and repair it.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - WATER HEATING MODE (Signals Method Only) Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action No display on Transformer breaker 230VAC is present across L1 and L3 Push breaker back in. If it trips aquastat. tripped. of the compressor contactor but again locate cause of short circuit 24VAC is not present across R and and correct.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - AIR HEATING MODE Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Fault High or low Faulty sensor Compare pressure sensor reading Check wiring, replace sensor. If suction or dis- against a known reference such as a problem persists, replace control charge pressure new refrigeration manifold set.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - AIR HEATING MODE Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Fault Low suction Faulty NC solenoid valve Verify solenoid by removing it from Replace solenoid or valve if pressure or coil. the shaft while the unit is running. faulty. There should be an audible click (continued) sound if the solenoid is working.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - AIR COOLING MODE Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Heating instead Thermostat not set up Verify that there is 24VAC across O Correct setup. of cooling properly. and C of the terminal strip when calling for cooling. Faulty reversing valve so- Verify solenoid by removing it from Replace solenoid if faulty.
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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING - AIR COOLING MODE Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action High suction EEV stuck open. Manually adjusting the EEV does Go to EEV troubleshooting section. pressure not affect the superheat or the suc- (may appear to tion pressure. Low superheat and not be pumping) discharge pressure.
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FAN/BLOWER TROUBLESHOOTING Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Low airflow Dirty air filter. Inspect. Replace. Dirty air coil. Inspect. Clean. Poor ductwork. Measure delta T between supply The ECM fan will provide proper and return ducts at the unit. In airflow up to 0.5 inH O.
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EEV TROUBLESHOOTING If there is a refrigeration problem such as low charge, plugged filter-dryer, EEV stuck, or any other kind of restriction in the refrigeration system, the apparent EEV position will work its way towards 100% (full open). High superheat is also a symptom.
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PLENUM HEATER TROUBLE SHOOTING Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action No 230VAC Disconnect switch open. Verify disconnect switch is in the ON Determine why the disconnect across plenum (if installed) position. switch was opened, if all is OK heater L1 and L2 close the switch.
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DOMESTIC HOT WATER (DESUPERHEATER) TROUBLE SHOOTING Fault Possible Cause Verification Recommended Action Insufficient hot Thermostat on hot water Visually inspect the setting. Adjust the setting. water (tank tank set too low. Should problem) be set at 120°F to 140°F. Breaker tripped, or fuse Check both line and load sides of Correct problem, and replace blown in electrical supply...
The heat pump is now ready for repairs. Always ensure nitrogen is flowing through the system during any brazing procedures to prevent oxidation inside the pipes. Maritime Geothermal Ltd. recommends replacing the liquid line filter-dryer any time the refrigeration system has been exposed to the atmosphere.
Airflow Data TABLE 35 - Airflow Range for STAGE 2 (Full Load) Nominal Range AR - 20% AR - 15% AR - 10% AR - 5% Model 1150 900-1400 430-660 1040 1090 1500 1200-1800 570-850 1200 1280 1350 1430 1900 1500-2300 710-1090 1520...
Appendix A - GEN2 Control Board Description The picture below shows the locations of the connectors and LED indicators of the control board. The control board offers many fea- tures such as short circuit protection on all digital outputs, Real Time Clock with super capacitor for backup power, WiFi capability, relay outputs for plenum heater control (if equipped), USB port, PIC32 microcontroller, etc.
The tables describe the connections starting with the top of the board and working around the board counter clock-wise. TABLE A1 - Control Board Connector Descriptions (Top) Name Description HPS1/HI1 High Pressure Sensor 1 Measures discharge pressure. LPS1/LO1 Low Pressure Sensor 1 Measures suction pressure.
TABLE A3 - Control Board Connector Descriptions (Bottom) Name Description BACnet MS/TP Ground for shield if required. BACnet MS/TP RS-485. BACnet MS/TP RS-485. STAGE1 Compressor Stage 1 Starts / stops the compressor. STAGE2 Compressor Stage 2 Turns the compressor Stage 2 solenoid on/off. RV_#1 Reversing Valve#1 Off in heating modes, on in air cooling mode.
Appendix B - USB Driver Installation The first step in connecting a Windows laptop computer to the 3. Choose “Open with Windows Explorer”, and hit “OK”: control board is to install the USB driver. Any version of Windows from XP and onwards is compatible, including 7 &...
Appendix C - PC App Installation The second step in connecting a Windows laptop computer to 3. Choose “Open with Windows Explorer”, and hit “OK”: the control board is to install the PC App. Be sure USB driver is already installed. Any version of Windows from XP and onwards is compatible, including 7 &...
Appendix D - Updating Firmware METHOD 1: Updating Firmware Using PC App The following provides step by step instructions to update the firmware in the control board to the latest release. The firmware comes as a ZIP file named: MGT GEN2 Bootload Firmware Vxxx.zip where xxx is the version reference, e.g. 254 (version 2.54, this will be used for the remainder of this procedure).
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14. Programmed and verified. Click on Run Application. Click on Connect. The messages should read: The messages should read: If device fails to connect and an error message is displayed, the board’s bootloader may be older than v2.0. It will be necessary to instead update the firm- ware via jumper pins, as per the next section.
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METHOD 2: Updating Firmware Using Jumper Pins The following provides step by step instructions to update the 6. Turn the power back on. The control board is now in boot firmware in the control board to the latest release. loader mode and is ready to be programmed. The firmware comes as a ZIP file named: Run PIC32UBL.exe.
Should the installer be unavailable, contact any MG recognized distributor, dealer or service organization. If assistance is required in obtaining warranty performance, write or call: Maritime Geothermal Ltd • Customer Service • PO Box 2555 • Petitcodiac, New Brunswick E4Z 6H4 • (506) 756 8135 • or e-mail to info@nordicghp.com NOTE: Some states or Canadian provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the limitation or exclusions of consequential or incidental damages, so the foregoing exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.