Trilogy Variable ® ( VE ) Series IOM 97B0119N01 Residential Horizontal, Vertical & Downfl ow Packaged Geothermal Heat Pumps Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Created: 4 October, 2019 Table of Contents Model Nomenclature System Confi guration 30-34 General Information Unit Commissioning and Operating Conditions Vertical Installation Unit Start-Up and Operating Conditions Horizontal Installation...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Model Nomenclature: General Overview 4 5 6 7 0 9 3 0 0 2 B L S STANDARD S - Standard...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 General Information � CAUTION! � Inspection Upon receipt of the equipment, carefully check the shipment against the bill of lading.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Vertical Installation Vertical Unit Location Sound Attenuation for Vertical Units Packaged units are not designed for outdoor installation.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Vertical Installation Figure 3: Vertical Service Access Vertical Units Left Return Supply Air Opening...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Horizontal Installation Horizontal Unit Location Mounting Horizontal Units Packaged units are not designed for outdoor installation. Horizontal units have hanger kits pre-installed from the Locate the unit in an INDOOR area that allows enough space factory as shown in Figure 4.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Horizontal Installation Figure 5: Horizontal Service Access Left Return Back Discharge Right Return Back Discharge Supply Supply...
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION Figure 3: Typical Horizontal Unit Installation with Internal Flow Controller Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Horizontal Installation 3/8"...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Horizontal Installation Figure 7: Left Return Side to Back Field Conversion of Air Discharge Overview - Horizontal units can be field converted Remove Screws...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Condensate and Water Connection Condensate Piping Water Connections-Residential (Distributor) Models Pitch the unit toward the drain to improve the condensate Residential models utilize swivel piping fittings for water drainage.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 vFlow Heat Pump Applications Overview ™ Figure 11: Typical Closed-Loop Application (with vFlow is a revolutionary new, intelligent, and efficient way to ™...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Closed Loop Heat Pump Applications with Internal Flow Controller Units with internal flow control come with a built-in variable loop and it is also recommended for inside piping.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Closed Loop Heat Pump Applications with Internal Flow Controller Figure 13a: High Head Variable Pump with Check Valve UPMXL Internal Pump No Check...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Flushing the Earth Loop � WARNING! � Once piping is completed between the unit and the ground loop, fi nal purging and charging of the loop is needed.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Flushing the Earth Loop Figure 15b: Valve Position B - Unit Fill be sent through the loop to help purge air pockets from the piping system.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Flushing the Earth Loop with liquid. After pressurizing, close the fl ush cart supply valve to isolate the fl ush cart.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Multiple Unit Piping and Flushing Often projects require more than one heat pump. Where for flushing, we will have to flush with a minimum of 4 circuits possible, it makes sense for multiple units to share a common x 4 gpm/circuit = 16 gpm total.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Multiple Unit Piping and Flushing Multiple Units with Internal Flow Controllers The simplest multiple unit system is one with two (or more) units utilizing internal Flow Controllers with no external pumps or flushing valves.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Multiple Unit Piping and Flushing Figure 16b: Multiple Units with Internal Flow Controllers and External Flushing Valves Multiple Units with Internal Flow Controllers and Common Flushing Ports Ground Loop Size for Heat Pump...
C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Ground Loop Heat Pump Applications Antifreeze Selection - General Contact your ClimateMaster distributor if you have any In areas where minimum entering loop temperatures drop questions as to antifreeze selection.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Ground Loop Heat Pump Applications An access code is required to enter the Installation Settings 10 gallons [37.9 liters] total.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Electrical - Line Voltage � WARNING! � Power Connection Line voltage connection is made by connecting the incoming line voltage wires to the terminal block as shown in Figure 19.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Electrical - Low Voltage Wiring Figure 20: Trilogy Low Voltage Field Wiring Accessory Connections The EXM controller includes accessory relays.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Electrical - Thermostat Wiring Thermostat Installation The thermostat should be located on an interior wall in a larger room, away from supply duct drafts.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 EXM Wiring Diagram - 96B0005N70 - Part 1 of 2 This diagram includes typical wiring details but is not applicable to all units.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 EXM Wiring Diagram - 96B0005N70 - Part 2 of 2 c l i m a t e m a s t e r.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 ECM Blower Control ECM Blower Configuration Low Dehum Airflow Configures the unit airflow while The ECM blower in the Trilogy unit is controlled by the EXM operating at minimum capacity in the dehumidification mode.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 ECM Blower Performance Data Table 9: Trilogy (VE) Series ECM Blower Performance Data Table ®...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 System Configuration Navigating The Menus Thermostat Config To configure the iGate Connect thermostat: ™...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 System Configuration loop) or a Parallel system (multiple units, one common loop, to respond more rapidly to changes in space temperature.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 System Configuration ECM Blower Speed Displays current ECM motor RPM. Discharge Saturation –...
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An alternative method to configure (and diagnose) the Trilogy Type Configures the type of sensor. The sensor may be a unit is ClimateMaster’s Trilogy PC Service Tool. This tool is a dry contact or a temperature sensor. If a temperature sensor, must for troubleshooting Trilogy units.
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 System Configuration Accessory Relay Electric Heat Connections Connection From the software you can: Update the software on the EXM board using the boot- loader.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Unit Commissioning and Operating Conditions Operating Limits Environment – Units are designed for indoor installation only. Never install units in areas subject to freezing or where humidity levels could cause cabinet condensation (such as unconditioned spaces subject to 100% outside air).
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Unit Start-Up and Operating Conditions Unit and System Checkout BEFORE POWERING SYSTEM, please check the following: �...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Unit Start-Up Procedure � WARNING! � Finally, set the unit to the Cooling Mode (MENU > SETTINGS >...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Unit Operating Conditions Table 12a: 0930 Pressure and Temperature 0930 Cooling Entering...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Unit Operating Conditions Table 12b: 1860 Pressure and Temperature 1860 Cooling Entering...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Table 13a: Performance Data — Trilogy VE 0930 - Heating ®...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Performance Data — Trilogy VE 0930 - Heating ® LWT ( WPD (ft of hd) 14.0...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Table 13b: Performance Data — Trilogy VE 0930 - Cooling ®...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Performance Data — Trilogy VE 0930 - Cooling ® LWT ( WPD (ft of hd) 53.4...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Table 14a: Performance Data — Trilogy VE 1860 - Heating ®...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Performance Data — Trilogy VE 1860 - Heating ® LWT ( WPD (ft of hd) 14.0...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Table 14b: Performance Data — Trilogy VE 1860 - Cooling ®...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Performance Data — Trilogy VE 1860 - Cooling ® LWT ( WPD (ft of hd) 68.1...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Performance Tables Legend CFM/T = airflow, cubic feet/minute per ton = Coefficient of Performance = BTU output/BTU input = entering water temperature, ˚F = leaving water temperature, °F...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Preventive Maintenance Water Coil Maintenance gauges unless unit operation appears abnormal. Reference (All other water loop applications) the operating charts for pressures and temperatures.
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting Table 15: Nominal resistance at various temperatures Sensor Inputs All sensor inputs are ‘paired wires’...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Table 16: Troubleshooting Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution High Discharge Pressure Reduced or no water flow Check loop pump operation...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting (Cont.) Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution ECM Low RPM Blower does not operate Check blower line voltage Blower does not operate...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution Space temp Sensor Bad thermostat Check thermostat to ensure that it is operating Bad EXM...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting (Cont.) Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution No Loop Pump Feedback No line voltage Check power cable or unit voltage Control signal cable...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution Low Suction Pressure Warning Low LWT Bring water temp within design parameters Insufficient charge...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting (Cont.) Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution High temp Shutdown Improper contact with heat sink Check heat sink contact with inverter board Damaged thermistor...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting Refrigerant Circuit Diagram Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution Low Voltage Shutdown - Inverter...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting (Cont.) Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution High Leaving Air temp High SAT Bring SAT into range Low airflow...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Troubleshooting Code Fault Mode Possible Cause Solution ECM No Communications Fault Control signal cable Check cable Bad ECM...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Refrigeration Troubleshooting Form - Heating Trilogy Variable GSHP Description Value Notes Circuit Legend...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Refrigeration Troubleshooting Form - Heating c l i m a t e m a s t e r. c o m...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Refrigeration Troubleshooting Form - Cooling Trilogy Variable GSHP Circuit Legend Description Value Notes...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Refrigeration Troubleshooting Form - Cooling c l i m a t e m a s t e r. c o m...
Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Warranty G e o t h e r m a l H e a t i n g a n d C o o l i n g...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Notes Notes c l i m a t e m a s t e r. c o m...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Notes G e o t h e r m a l H e a t i n g a n d C o o l i n g...
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Variable ( VE ) Series IOM - 60Hz HFC-410A Trilogy ® C r e a t e d : 4 O c t o b e r, 2 0 1 9 Notes c l i m a t e m a s t e r. c o m...
97B0119N01 ClimateMaster works continually to improve its products. As a result, the design and specifications of each product at the time for order may be changed without notice and may not be as described herein. Please contact ClimateMaster’s Customer Service Department at 1-405-745-6000 for specific information on the current design and specifications.
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