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Installation and Maintenance IM 937 Self-Contained Air Conditioning System Group: Applied Systems Part Number: IM 937 Date: October 2008 SWP Vintage Sizes 018 through 105 MicroTech III ® Unit Controller 368-93-E...
Introduction and requirements, and service procedures, refer to IM 919, McQuay Self-Contained Air Conditioning units, models SWP “MicroTech III Unit Controls.” For a description of operation 018 through 105 are factory assembled, refrigerant charged...
24" Back Back Evaporator coil Evaporator Coil Condenser Condenser Left Left cleanout Cleanout side Side 24" 24" 36" 36" Motor Motor Compressors Compressors 36" 36" Right Right side Side Electrical panel Electrical Panel Front Front 42" 42" McQuay IM 937...
A minimum head pressure of 180 psi (95°F condensing temperature) is recommended. Condenser tube velocities must not exceed 10 feet per second. Flow and velocity will be satisfactory if water volumes do not exceed those shown in Table 2 on page 9. McQuay IM 937...
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Condenser Flow Rate (gpm) Note: 1. Includes coil, control valves and interconnecting piping. 2. Add this P to condenser P to obtain unit P for pump selection Condenser Flow Rate (gpm) HP = total unit compressor horsepower McQuay IM 937...
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1/8" per foot. Keep drain pans and the drain trap clean by periodic cleaning. A cleanout is provided as standard in the trap to aid in cleaning. Water Flow Rate (gpm) McQuay IM 937...
See Figure 11. Fan discharge opening sizes are indicated on the unit dimensional drawings. McQuay recommends a canvas type connecting collar. Install ductwork as shown in Figure 12. Duct take-offs that are installed opposite to the direction of fan rotation result in an associated system effect loss and reduced fan performance.
55° Minimum GPM Maximum GPM a. Standard fan TSP limit is 5.5 inches of water. Consult your local McQuay sales representative for applications beyond this range. Table 4: Tandem Compressor Circuit Charge, R-22 Table 3: Single Compressor Circuit Charge, R-407C...
For additional information, see submittal drawings.) For additional information, see submittal drawings.) K x L return air K x L return air 3.25" 3.25” Outlet Outlet Note: *For F vintage units, subtract 1.88. McQuay IM 937...
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018 to 028 23, 29, 35, 41 035 to 040 23, 29, 35, 41 045 to 065 29, 35, 41 Length 29, 35, 41 Front/back elevation Left/right elevation 29, 35, 41 095 to 105 29, 35, 41 Height Height McQuay IM 937...
— a. Base weight includes supply fan without motor. b. Water economizer weight includes valves and piping. c. The values in this table do not include water weight. d. Hot water coil weight includes valve and piping. McQuay IM 937...
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1346 a. Base weight includes supply fan without motor. b. Water economizer weight includes valves and piping. c. The values in this table do not include water weight. d. Hot water coil weight includes valve and piping. McQuay IM 937...
Wiring must comply with all applicable codes and ordinances. access panel, to the right of the control panel of the unit for McQuay’s product warranty does not cover equipment failures shipment. Field install it in the return air stream for proper unit caused or contributed to by wiring not in accordance with operation.
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62.0 49.2 Premium efficiency 137.0 120.0 60.0 60.0 47.5 High efficiency 154.0 144.0 72.0 72.0 57.4 Premium efficiency 160.0 140.0 70.0 70.0 56.0 a. 460/60/3 motors are used. Derate nameplate horsepower to 0.83 to obtain actual horsepower. McQuay IM 937...
• Optional L communication module ORKS Located on the face of the unit is the interactive MicroTech III keypad/display, unit switch, system indicator light and power indicator. IM 919 has additional layouts of the control center. Note: McQuay IM 937...
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Electrical Data Figure 22: Typical 460 Volt, 6-Compressor Control Center Layout, High and Low Voltage Compartments McQuay IM 937...
MMP9–10 Manual motor protector, supply Main control box MP1–6 Motor protector, compr.#1–6 On compressors Outside air temperature sensor Shipped loose PB1, 2 Power block, power distribution Main control box PB10 Power block, supply fan Main control box McQuay IM 937...
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Plug connector Terminal block, internal Main control box 200/ H200 Terminal block, field, Class 2 Main control box Wire/harness number Terminal blocks, factory Main control box Terminal block, field, 115 V (ac) Main control box Wire nut/ID McQuay IM 937...
OFF and ON positions. To reset a tripped circuit breaker: Press the handle or rotate the lever to the OFF position. Press the handle or rotate the lever the opposite direction to the ON position. McQuay IM 937...
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Delay). The output relay reactivates after power line conditions return to an acceptable level for a specified amount of time (Restart Delay). The trip and restart delays prevent nuisance tripping due to rapidly fluctuating power line conditions. McQuay IM 937...
• Dual circuits—6, 7, 8, 9, 10 hp Figure 32). • Independent circuits—6, 10 hp • Standard 1 to 30 second trip delay (“4” in Figure 32) (except loss of phase, which trips at 1 second non-adjustable). McQuay IM 937...
The DHL is located in the fan section on the the adjustment screw counterclockwise to increase differential motor side. pressure setting. When the filter pressure differential exceeds the switch setpoint, MicroTech III controller displays a McQuay IM 937...
Locate the sensing tube in a nonturbulent flow area of the Tubing extends duct. Keep several duct widths away from take-off points, thru approx. 1/8" bends, or neck downs. McQuay IM 937...
45°F. To change the set point, turn the adjustment screw until the pointer is opposite the desired cutout point. The adjustment screw is accessible at the bottom of the control or at the top when the cover is removed. McQuay IM 937...
When the the actuator on the economizer valve closed and drive the entering water temperature is no longer suitable, the bypass valve closed when valves are independently controlled. economizer control valve closes and the unit is on 100% McQuay IM 937...
These include such Continue W/O Password things are control mode, occupancy mode and heating and Version Information cooling setpoints. Extended Menus include more advanced items for “tuning” unit operation such as PI loop parameters McQuay IM 937...
(down) on the page. When the wheel is Menu - higher level password required. 4) Advanced Menu - turned counter-clockwise the cursor moves to the previous line requires the highest level password. McQuay IM 937...
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MicroTech III Keypad Navigation Figure 39: Keypad/Display Menu Structure McQuay IM 937...
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MicroTech III Keypad Navigation Figure 40: Keypad/Display Menu Structure (continued) McQuay IM 937...
(supplied with each unit) must be Check the unit power supply wiring for adequate ampacity signed and returned to McQuay International. and a minimum insulation rating of 75°C. Before opening service panels, always lock out and tag...
The economizer modulates to maintain the cooling discharge set point whenever the entering water temperature is below the mixed air temperature to the unit by an adjustable differential (0–10 degrees) and the unit is calling for cooling. McQuay IM 937...
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If the system is running near R-22. Units purchased for R-407C operation must be charged design conditions, subcooling should be near the upper end only with R-407C. of the range. Verify that superheat is still in the prescribed range. McQuay IM 937...
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RPM Changes All units are provided with fixed pitch sheaves selected for the specified operating conditions. If a new fan rpm selection is required, field install a new sheave selection. Adjust the belt tension as described below. McQuay IM 937...
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After the unit is checked, tested, and started and the final control parameters are set, record the final settings and keep them on file. Update this file whenever changes are made to the control parameters. This facilitates any required analysis and troubleshooting of the system operation. McQuay IM 937...
Specific greasing instructions are located on a tag Note: A partially full sightglass is not uncommon at part attached to the motor. If special lubrication instructions Note: load conditions. Check for proper superheat. are on the motor, they supersede all other instructions. McQuay IM 937...
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Do not hammer on any component of the bearing. Fasten unit in place - Install housing mounting bolts, check and align bearing and tighten mounting bolts to recommended fastener torques. Exercising extreme caution and safety, rotate shaft slowly to center bearing. McQuay IM 937...
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Bore Size (in) In lbs. Size 27 (AF)/40 & 49 2-3/16 T-30 (SWSI) 30 & 33 (AF)/44 2-7/16 T-45 (SWSI) 36 (AF) 2-11/16 T-45 40 (AF) 2-15/16 T-45 AF = DWDI AF, SWSI = AF Plenum Fan Note: McQuay IM 937...
Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Description McQuay part number Zone temperature sensor with tenant override 111048101 Outside air temperature sensor (OAT) 060004703 Airflow proving switch (PC7) 060015801 Discharge air temperature sensor (DAT) 1706144-01 Return air temperature sensor (RAT) 1706142-01 Freeze stat (FS1)
Contact the McQuay Parts Department for compressor availability. • Single Copeland Scroll or Bristol reciprocating compressors, one per refrigerant circuit Send a completed parts order form to the McQuay Parts Department. • Tandem compressors, two compressors specifically manufactured by Copeland into a single assembly The Parts Department processes the order and the compressors ship via ground transportation.
In-Warranty Return Material Procedure Material other than compressors may not be returned except by Defective material may not be returned without permission of permission of authorized factory service personnel of McQuay authorized factory service personnel of McQuay International International at Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Check, Test, and Start Procedure Form Compressorized Equipment Warranty Registration Form: Complete this form and return to McQuay, Warranty Department, within 10 days to comply with the terms of McQuay Warranty. Check, Test, and Start Procedure for SWP/SWT (Self-Contained Air Conditioning Systems) Job name: ________________________________________________ McQuay G.O.
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Fan motor current per phase ________amps __________amps __________ amps FLA: ___________ amps Variable frequency drive: ________ % speed/__________ Hertz Fan speed ___________rpm at above frequency Unit voltage across each phase _________ volts _________ volts _________ volts Unit current per phase __________ amps_________ amps _________ amps McQuay IM 937...
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Performed by: ______________________________________________ Title:_________________________________ Signature: _________________________________________________ Date of start-up: _______________________ Return completed form to: McQuay International Warranty Department 13600 Industrial Park Boulevard Minneapolis, MN 55441 Comments: ______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ McQuay IM 937...
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McQuay Training and Development Now that you have made an investment in modern, efficient McQuay equipment, its care should be a high priority. For training information on all McQuay HVAC products, please visit us at www.mcquay.com and click on training, or call 540-248-9646 and ask for the Training Department.