Johnson Controls PREMIUM EFFICIENCY VPCS Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual
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- Page 1 INDOOR PACKAGED EQUIPMENT Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Supersedes: 145.18-IOM2 (719) Form 145.18-IOM2 (620) PREMIUM EFFICIENCY VPCS SERIES VERTICAL STACKED WATER SOURCE HEAT PUMP LD27620 CABINET MODEL VPB/VPM/VPS/VPT09–36 CHASSIS MODEL VPCS09–36 R-410A ISSUE DATE: June 17, 2020...
- Page 2 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE PROCEEDING! GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES This equipment is a relatively complicated apparatus. which it is situated, as well as severe personal injury or During rigging, installation, operation, maintenance, death to themselves and others at the site. or service, individuals may be exposed to certain com- This document is intended for use by owner-authorized ponents or conditions including, but not limited to:...
- Page 3 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 CHANGEABILITY OF THIS DOCUMENT In complying with the manufacturer's’ policy for con- It is the responsibility of rigging, lifting, and operating/ tinuous product improvement, the information con- service personnel to verify the applicability of these tained in this document is subject to change without documents to the equipment.
- Page 4 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 CABINET NOMENCLATURE 1, 2, 3 4, 5 10 11 12, 13 14 15 16 12 M D E A 2 PRODUCT CATEGORY DESIGN SERIES VPB = Vertical Stacked Heat Pump - A = Current Generation Standard Cabinet Assembly VPM = Vertical Stacked Heat Pump - MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS...
- Page 5 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 CHASSIS NOMENCLATURE 1, 2, 3, 4 5, 6 VPCS MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS O = None S = Quiet Chassis PRODUCT CATEGORY C = Washerless Hose Connection VPCS = Vertical Stacked Heat Pump Chassis B = Quiet Chassis with Washerless Hose R-410A Connection UNIT CAPACITY...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ..........................9 Notice and Disclaimer ............................9 Disclaimer ..............................9 Pre-Installation ..............................9 Literature ..............................9 Shipping ..............................9 Inspection and Storage .........................10 Preparations for Installing the Unit ......................10 Rigging ..............................11 Cabinet Riser Installation .......................... - Page 7 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D) Safety Controls ............................44 Coaxial Freeze Protection Setpoint ....................44 Random Start ............................44 Compressor Protection ..........................45 Microprocessor Control Unit Flash Codes ..................... 45 Last Error ............................45 Test Reset ............................45 Comm Setup ..........................45 Communication ............................45 SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE ..........................47 APPENDIX ................................49 VPB Series Wiring Diagrams .........................
- Page 8 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 LIST OF FIGURES (CONT'D) FIGURE 26 - Tilt the Chassis ..........................34 FIGURE 27 - Insert the Chassis ..........................34 FIGURE 28 - Pivot the Chassis ..........................35 FIGURE 29 - Slide the Chassis ..........................35 FIGURE 30 - Check the Chassis ..........................35 FIGURE 31 - EC Motor (ECM), 2 Speed Fan Wiring Diagram ................49 FIGURE 32 - EC Motor (ECM), 3 Speed Fan Wiring Diagram ................50 LIST OF TABLES...
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Page 9: Section 1 - Installation
FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION After installing the unit, show the user Modifications may invalidate product certifications or how to turn off the electricity to the unit. violate country standards. Any person or entity making Point out control and switch locations for changes to the product is responsible for obtaining the turning off the electricity. -
Page 10: Inspection And Storage
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Inspection and Storage • Remove the inner service panel and manually check the blower wheel for free rotation. Store cabinets, chassis, and risers the same way they were shipped. Ensure the storage area is dry and pro- •... -
Page 11: Rigging
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Safety guards, shields, barriers, cov- CABINET RISER INSTALLATION ers, and protective devices must not be Do NOT use the risers to lift or move the removed while the compressor/unit is cabinets. operating. -
Page 12: Figure 1 - Ideal Riser Insertion Depth
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Ensure the unit has vibration isolation 1. Place the cabinet in a horizontal position on the pads installed. These pads are required floor adjacent to its installation location (when ris- in order to reduce noise transmission into ers are attached to cabinet). -
Page 13: Figure 2 - Correct/Incorrect Stub-Out Positions In Cabinet Riser Opening
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 10. Braze or solder riser joints with industry accepted solder or brazing rod material. The riser system must be secured to build- ing structure. Cabinets are not designed to support the riser system. 11. -
Page 14: Figure 3 - Cabinet Unit Dimensions & Floor Sleeve Dimensions
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TOP SUPPLY Top Supply OPENING CABINET DIMENSIONS (INCHES) 7/8-inch Front Opening 7/8” OD (OPT.) OD Control FRONT Supply RA FLANGE CONTROL (Optional) MODEL SUPPLY Entrance ENTRANCE Opening WIDTH (C) OPENING (Optional) (OPT.) 09–18 18.75... -
Page 15: Figure 4 - Cabinet Riser Dimensions
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Allow for 2-inch Insertion 3 inches into Swage End Insulation Optional Supply Opening Shut-Off Ball Valve Return Air Supply Opening Return Risers 6 inches P-Trap Reducer Reducer LD19330 FIGURE 4 - CABINET RISER DIMENSIONS... -
Page 16: Riser Loop
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 RISER LOOP 2. Tighten by hand the screw connections to the male NPSH or JIC fitting on the shut-off valve. 1. Install the following parts at the base of each sup- Hold the ferrule stationary when tightening. -
Page 17: Figure 5 - Standard Factory Supplied Npsh Hose Kits And Risers
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 1. TWO FLEXIBLE HOSES WITH GASKETS (WASHERS) 1/2-INCH MALE NPSH BALL VALVE 1/2-INCH NPSH THREADS 1/2-INCH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOSE (24 INCHES LONG) HOSE KIT PART #: VSCA-50NX 1/2-INCH NPSH THREADS 1/2-INCH MALE NPSH NOTE National Pipe Straight Hose (NPSH) connection LD18126... -
Page 18: Figure 7 - Standard Factory Supplied Jic Hose Kits And Risers
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 1/2-INCH OR 3/4-INCH MALE JIC FLARE CONNECTION BALL VALVE 1/2-INCH OR 3/4-INCH JIC FLARE CONNECTION 1/2-INCH OR 3/4-INCH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR HOSE (24 INCHES LONG) HOSE KIT PART #: VSCA-50JIC VSCA-75JIC 1/2-INCH OR 3/4-INCH JIC FLARE CONNECTION 1/2-INCH OR 3/4-INCH MALE JIC FLARE LD19518 LD19518... -
Page 19: Electrical Wiring
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 ELECTRICAL WIRING Install the thermostat by connecting the remote ther- mostat wiring to microprocessor board low voltage Lock all electrical power supply switches terminal strip. See Figure 9 on page 19 for typical in the OFF position before installing the wiring connections. -
Page 20: Optional Surface Mount Thermostat Connection Wiring
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Optional Surface Mount Thermostat Connection Wiring For applications where the thermostat is mounted di- rectly above the return air (RA) panel, select cabinet control option P (for example, VPB12P). The ther- mostat Molex pigtail harness (shipped loose) is field wired to thermostat terminals. -
Page 21: Closet And Drywall Installation
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 To prevent electrical shorts and drain pan CLOSET AND DRYWALL INSTALLATION leaks, DO NOT penetrate unit compo- To avoid potential vibration and noise is- nents when driving screws near the unit sues, the RA panel should not contact any control box or drain pan. -
Page 22: Figure 13 - Critical Return Air (Ra) Panel With Unit Cabinet Installation Dimensions
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 RETURN AIR FLANGE STANDARD = 1.0” OPTIONAL OA WITHOUT DAMPER = 2.5” OPTIONAL OA WITH DAMPER = 4.25” 0.5” DRYWALL 0.5” 0.5” MIN. 5.0” MIN. 2.25” MIN. UNIT PANEL SLEEVE RA PANEL ROUGH IN UNIT UNIT... -
Page 23: Figure 14 - Ra Panel Cross Section Installation At Floor Level
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Figure 14 on page 23 shows a cutaway view for a RA flange must not standard cabinet with no stand. Add the stand height to contact door frame the cabinet to obtain the correct dimension of the RA panel from floor. -
Page 24: Figure 16 - Optional Ra Panel With Ada Mounted Thermostat
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Left Hand Opening Shown LEFT HAND OPENING SHOWN 1.50 1.5 inches 1.25 1.25 inches Thermostat mounting location, Thermostat mounting location, Cut-out for routing cut-out for routing ADA thermostat ADA thermostat harness 1/2"... -
Page 25: Supply Air (Sa) Ductwork
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 SUPPLY AIR (SA) DUCTWORK Top Discharge Supply Air Ensure there is no direct contact between Units that are installed with a top discharge should be cabinet sheet metal parts and drywall en- connected to the supply ductwork with a watertight closure. -
Page 26: Figure 18 - Unit Mounted Supply Grille Installation
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 VERTICAL STACK CABINET Vertical Stack Cabinet Wall Stud WALL STUD Top View TOP VIEW Detail A DETAIL A Optional Opposed Blade Damper Louvered Supply Grille 0.5-inch Drywall 1/2” 1/8” THICK FIELD SUPPLIED 1/8-inch Thick Field Supplied DRYWALL GASKET TAPE... -
Page 27: Table 5 - Unit Supply Opening Sizes
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TABLE 5 - UNIT SUPPLY OPENING SIZES HORIZONTAL OPENINGS TRIPLE MODEL SINGLE HORIZONTAL DOUBLE HORIZONTAL HORIZONTAL OPENING NO TOP OPENING TOP OPENING NO TOP OPENING TOP OPENING NO TOP OPENING Consult Application Consult Application 16W x 12H 14W x 6H... -
Page 28: Top Mounted Fresh Air Intake
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 During transportation, handling or instal- TOP MOUNTED FRESH AIR INTAKE lation of the cabinet, excessive handling The optional fresh air intake provides a 4-inch round can cause an inner black plastic cover to duct connection on top of the unit (see Figure 23 on come loose and jam the actuator, prevent- page 31 for right and left hand version). -
Page 29: System Flushing And Cleaning
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 SYSTEM FLUSHING AND CLEANING After the piping system is complete, and before con- necting the refrigeration chassis, flush and clean the risers This ensures a proper start-up and continued ef- ficient operation of the system (see Figure 22 on page 30). -
Page 30: Cleaning The System
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Cleaning the System Hose or piping Hose or piping connecting 1. After the initial flushing, chemically clean the connecting supply supply & return runouts system. Repeat the method in Flushing the System and return runouts on page 29 to refill the system and circulate the cleaning solution. -
Page 31: Figure 23 - Fresh Air Opening Without Motorized Damper- Left And Right Hand Unit Shown
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 CABINET DIMENSIONS (INCHES) Front Supply Flange MODEL (Optional) 12–18 Fresh Air Discharge 24–36 Collection Box 1. Optional fresh air option comes with 2.25-inch RA flange. 2. Optional front supply opening comes with 2.5-inch duct flange. 3. -
Page 32: Figure 24 - Fresh Air Opening With Motorized Damper- Left And Right Hand Unit Shown
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Optional Front Supply 4-inch Flange Optional Top Supply Fresh Air Discharge 4.25 inches Collection Box 4.25-inch Return Air Flange CABINET DIMENSIONS (INCHES) MODEL 12–18 24–36 1. Optional fresh air option comes with 4.25-inch RA flange. 2. -
Page 33: Chassis Installation
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 CHASSIS INSTALLATION Remove the inner service panel from the cabinet, and inspect the interior compartment for debris. Clear all Prior to installation of the refrigeration debris and vacuum construction dust from the cabinet. chassis and connection to the supply and return risers, the entire water loop system Locate the supply and return shut-off valves. -
Page 34: Figure 25 - Lift The Chassis Front
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 1. Thread the swivel adapters into the female pipe thread fittings projecting through the top of the compressor compartment access cover. To prevent twisting of the copper water piping in the chassis assembly, always use a backup wrench. -
Page 35: Figure 28 - Pivot The Chassis
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Do not apply excessive force when sliding chassis into cabinet. 6. Slide the chassis into the cabinet until at least 3/4 of the depth of the chassis is supported. The chas- sis should slide easily on the drain pan rails. -
Page 36: Start-Up And Performance Checklist
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 VERTICAL STACKED HEAT PUMPS Document Part No. VSHP-CL1 VSCS SERIES HIGH EFFICIENCY START-UP & PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST JOB NAME: _____________________________________ JOB #: _________________________________________ JOB ADDRESS: _________________________________ DATE: _________________________________________ _______________________________________________ INSTALLER'S ADDRESS: _________________________ INSTALLER: ____________________________________ SERVICE TECHNICIAN: __________________________ UNIT INFORMATION... - Page 37 Upon completion of start-up, please either scan and e-mail this completed Start-Up Checklist to BEAjaxOrders@jci.com or mail a copy to: Johnson Controls at 505 Finley Avenue, Ajax, ON Canada L1S 2E2 Warranty on this equipment will depend on Johnson Controls receiving this completed sheet.
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Page 39: Section 2 - Operation
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 SECTION 2 - OPERATION INITIAL UNIT START-UP Once the installation is complete and the system is During installation, testing, servicing, cleaned and flushed, begin unit start-up. Open the sup- and troubleshooting of this product, it ply and return shut-off valves at each unit, refill the may be necessary to work with live electri- system, and bleed off all air. -
Page 40: System Loop Temperature
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 • The blower and compressor operation are FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT smooth with no frost observed in the refrig- Multi-speed EC motors (ECMs) are used in all units as erant circuit. standard. ECMs have five speeds, however only two 10. -
Page 41: Table 8 - Ec Motor (Ecm) Blower Performance
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TABLE 8 - EC MOTOR (ECM) BLOWER PERFORMANCE EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE (IWG) 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.45 0.5 0.55 0.6 OPTIONAL 300 280 260 235 210 190 170 FAN ONLY 320 305 290 270 250 225 200 HIGH... -
Page 42: Unit Controls
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TABLE 8 - ECM BLOWER PERFORMANCE (CONT'D) EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE (IWG) 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.45 0.5 0.55 0.6 OPTIONAL 870 850 830 810 790 770 750 725 700 680 660 FAN ONLY 940 920 900 885 870 855 840 820 800 775 750 HIGH... -
Page 43: Continuous Blower
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 If the unit must be reset more than twice If at any time there is a call for both heating and cool- ing, the heating operation is performed. Heating always on consecutive operating cycles, check the unit for a dirty filter, abnormal EWT, takes priority. -
Page 44: Freeze-Stat
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 If a low pressure limit switch opens three times within Coaxial Freeze Protection Setpoint 1 hour of operation, the microprocessor control board The field can select the coaxial freeze protection locks out the compressor (a hard lockout) and flashes a setpoint. -
Page 45: Compressor Protection
FORM 145.18-IOM2 SECTION 2 - OPERATION ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 Compressor Protection Test Reset In addition to the external pressure switches, the com- When this button is pressed and released one time pressor also has inherent internal protection. If there within 5 seconds, any ASCD is bypassed for one cycle. is an abnormal temperature rise in a compressor, the Comm Setup protector opens to shut down the compressor. - Page 46 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.
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Page 47: Section 3 - Maintenance
FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE Unit maintenance is simplified by the following pre- 4. Annually check the fan motor and blower assem- ventive suggestions: bly. All units employ permanently lubricated fan motors. DO NOT OIL FAN MOTORS. Vacuum 1. - Page 48 FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.
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Page 49: Appendix
FORM 145.18-IOM2 APPENDIX ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 APPENDIX VPB SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS LD27623 FIGURE 31 - EC MOTOR (ECM), 2 SPEED FAN WIRING DIAGRAM... -
Page 50: Figure 32 - Ec Motor (Ecm), 3 Speed Fan Wiring Diagram
FORM 145.18-IOM2 APPENDIX ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 LD28382 FIGURE 32 - EC MOTOR (ECM), 3 SPEED FAN WIRING DIAGRAM... -
Page 51: Table 10 - Premium Series Pressure Drop
FORM 145.18-IOM2 APPENDIX ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 TABLE 10 - PREMIUM SERIES PRESSURE DROP PRESSURE DROP (PSI) PREMIUM SERIES MODEL 30.0°F 50.0°F 70.0°F 90.0°F 110.0°F VPCS09 VPCS12 VPCS15 11.1 10.1 VPCS18 13.2 12.1 11.0 22.0 20.2 18.3 16.5 14.7 VPCS24 11.5 10.4 VPCS30 VPCS36... -
Page 52: Heating And Cooling Data Record Sheet
INDOOR PACKAGED EQUIPMENT FORM 145.18-IOM2 APPENDIX ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 VERTICAL STACKED WATER SOURCE HEAT PUMP HEATING AND COOLING DATA RECORD SHEET HEATING AND COOLING DATA RECORD SHEET JOB NAME: _____________________________________ JOB #: _________________________________________ JOB ADDRESS: _________________________________ DATE: _________________________________________ _______________________________________________ INSTALLER'S ADDRESS: _________________________ INSTALLER: ____________________________________ _______________________________________________ SPECIAL QUOTES/OPTIONS (YES/NO): _____________... - Page 53 FORM 145.18-IOM2 APPENDIX ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 °F Air Coil psi = SAT °F Compressor Reversing Valve Airflow Airflow Suction Coil Inlet (Dry Bulb) °F Coaxial Coil Outlet (Dry Bulb) °F Coil Coil Inlet (Wet Bulb) °F Coil Outlet (Wet Bulb) °F Air Relative Humidity (%) °F...
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Page 54: Limited Warranty
ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 LIMITED WARRANTY Johnson Controls warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship or material for a period of 1 year from date of original installation or 18 months from date of shipment, whichever comes first. -
Page 55: R-410A Quick Reference Guide
FORM 145.18-IOM2 ISSUE DATE: 06/17/2020 R-410A QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE • Systems must be charged with refrigerant. Use a commercial type metering device in the manifold See Section 1 - Installation for specific installation re- hose. quirements. • R-410A refrigerant can only be used with polyes- •... - Page 56 © 2020 Johnson Controls | 100 JCI Way, York, Pennsylvania USA 17406-8469 | www.johnsoncontrols.com Subject to change without notice. | Form 145.18-IOM2 (620) | Supersedes: 145.18-IOM2 (719) | All rights reserved.
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