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SERVICE MANUAL CMW30 Unit Serial Number Range: 0411XXXXCW3 to Present (From April 2011 to Present) DocID: 00G00085EA...
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All rights reserved. This book may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of the publisher. DENSO SALES CALIFORNIA, INC. reserves the right to make changes without prior notice. MovinCool ® , Office Pro ® and SpotCool ® are registered trademarks of DENSO Corporation.
Operation Section 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY 1.1 Foreword • This manual has been published to service the MovinCool CMW30. Use this manual only when servicing this unit. 1.2 Definition of Terms Describes precautions that should be observed in order to prevent injury to WARNING the user during installation or unit operation.
Operation Section 2.2 Technical Specifications ITEM SPECIFICATIONS Electronic Features Control Wall Mounted Controller (Included) Set Point Max. 95 °F (35 °C) Temperature Range Min. 55 °F (13 °C) Electrical Characteristics Voltage Requirement Single-Phase, 208/230 V, 60 Hz Operating Voltage Max. 253 V Range Min.
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Operation Section ITEM SPECIFICATIONS Refrigerant Refrigerant Control Electronic Expansion Valve Type R-410A Amount 2.31 lb (1.05 kg) Water Connection Water Inlet and Outlet (Unit side) 3/4 in (19 mm) NPT Female Signal Connection Fire Alarm Input (Signal Type) • No-voltage contact input •...
Operation Section 2.3 Characteristics • Value range for each EWT shown in the graphs is based on the compressor speed. • EWT shown in the graphs is an abbreviation of "Entering Water Temperature". (1) How to read the characteristics < Example > Condition: Cooling Capacity: Evaporator Inlet Air Dry Bulb: 77 °F (25 °C)
Operation Section 3. CONSTRUCTION 3.1 Exterior Components Cool Air Exhaust (12.0 in.Dia.Flange) Connection For Optional Condensate Pump Fixing Position For Optional Evaporator (Room) Condensate Pump Air Intake (14.0 in.Dia.Flange) Drain Pipe For Pump Mounting Holes Condensate Pan Drain For Gravitational Drain/Maintenance AC Fan Motor Service Panel Stop Switch...
Operation Section 3.2 Internal Structure Accumulator Electronic Compressor Expansion Valve Overload Relay Water Regulating Valve Evaporator AC Fan Motor High-Pressure Switch Control Box Evaporator Fan Evaporator Fan Motor Compressor Condenser ILL00276-00...
Operation Section 3.3 Basic Construction • This unit is compact in construction because of Water Regulating Valve Evaporator Fan Motor the condenser and evaporator being enclosed in one unit. The interior of the unit is divided into two sections. One section contains the evaporator which cools room interior air.
Operation Section 4. REFRIGERATION AND WATER SYSTEM 4.1 Refrigeration and Water System Construction The component parts of the refrigeration and water system include the following: • Compressor, Evaporator, Condenser, Accumulator, Electronic expansion valve, High-pressure switch, Water regulating valve These parts are all connected by copper piping. All the connections are brazed except the flare connections of the water regulating valve.
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Operation Section Flow of Refrigerant Flow of Water EWTS (Entering Water Thermistor) OLC (Compressor Overload Relay) CTS3 (Evaporator Pipe Outlet Thermistor) Water Accumulator Inlet Condenser Evaporator Compressor CTS1 Water (Condenser Thermistor) (Evaporator Outlet Fan Motor) RTS2 (Evaporator Inlet Air Thermistor) HPRS (High-Pressure Switch) (Electronic Expansion Valve)
Operation Section 4.2 Compressor • This unit is equipped with a variable speed compressor, which is driven by state of the art inverter technology. • A variable speed compressor automatically adjusts its speed as the heat load in the room changes.
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Operation Section (3) Operation 1) Start of compression Discharge 1) The cylinder is filled with low pressure gas. Valve 2) Since pressure in the discharge chamber is higher than in the cylinder, the discharge valve is kept closed. Piston Cylinder I003185 2) Suction and compression Discharge...
Operation Section (4) Compressor lubrication • The lubrication system is comprised of a hollow shaft, an oil scraper mounted at the bottom end of a shaft journal (shaft bearing), Rotor and the lubrication groove for the shaft journal. The lubrication groove is wider than the oil Hollow Shaft orifice.
Operation Section 4.4 Electronic Expansion Valve • The electronic expansion valve causes rapid Valve Spring Spring refrigerant expansion by injecting "high- Magnet Valve Holder temperature, high-pressure liquid refrigerant" Stopper Delivery Screw from the condenser through a small orifice. The Valve resultant "low-temperature, low-pressure mist refrigerant"...
Operation Section 4.7 High-Pressure Switch • The high-pressure switch prevents Pressure of Refrigerant condenser compressor from being Snap Disk damaged by excessive high pressure in the Movable Point high-pressure line of the refrigeration cycle. Stationary Point The switch is normally closed. The snap disk Terminal responds to the variations in pressure and, if Case...
Operation Section 5.3 Relay Board • The relay board controls components such as the compressor and fan motor based on both signals received from the WMC or MWT, as well as signals from various sensors. The relay board is equipped with a compressor control device called the “STI module”. The relay board also contains fuses and a DIP switch.
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Operation Section (2) DIP switch configuration and setting • The controller of the unit is equipped with DIP switches that default in the OFF position. The DIP switch can be set to configure the following functions. DSW1 DSW2 DSW3 DSW4 I003192 Switch Switch...
Operation Section 5.4 Compressor Motor • This unit uses an inverter-controlled DC compressor. The compressor motor is operated by three-phase voltage outputted from the STI module on the relay board. Specifications: - Rated Voltage: DC 220 V - Rated Output: 1380 W 5.5 Compressor Overload Relay •...
Operation Section 5.7 Temperature Thermistor • The temperature thermistor detects temperature as a resistance value. I001695 Specification Symbol Denomination Characteristic Detect “SHORT” Detect “OPEN” RTS1 WMC room thermistor 8 k ohmat 77 °F (25 °C) 181 °F (83 °C) or higher -29 °F (-34 °C) or less Evaporator inlet air RTS2...
Operation Section 6. CONNECTION AND SETTING WARNING • Disconnect power supply from the unit before performing any service. Beware that some residual voltages may remain in the unit immediately after the power is disconnected. 6.1 Power Supply Requirements • This unit requires a single-phase 208/230 V, 60 Hz power supply to operate. •...
Operation Section 6.2 Wall Mounted Controller (WMC) Connection • This unit is equipped with terminals for connection to the supplied WMC. Connection Table Unit Terminal Wall Mounted Unit Controller Terminal No. Wire No. (Color) P (Red) C4 (White) G4 (Black) Shield Conductor Ground Screw (Green)
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Operation Section For WMC supplied with the CMW30 serial number from 0113XXXXCW3 to present • If the reading of the room temperature value is not accurate, adjustment can be done by setting the DIP switch located inside the WMC using the table shown below as reference.
Operation Section 6.3 Field-Supplied Millivolt Wall Thermostat (MWT) Connection • This unit is equipped with terminals for connection to the MWT. The MWT can be installed for convenient access in any room. - Use with a single or multi-stage system wall thermostat. Thermostat type: Millivolt system - Most wall thermostats provide these basic functions: Fan Mode: On/Auto (Selects the desired fan mode.)
Operation Section 6.4 Warning Signal Connection (Output Signal Terminal L+ and L-) • The unit is equipped with a warning signal output relay type (Form-C, normal open dry contact) that can be used to monitor the failure condition. • The relay contactor is closed when the self-diagnostic codes are displayed on the WMC and indicated by LED on the relay board.
Operation Section 6.5 Fire Alarm Control Panel Connection (Input Signal Terminal E+ and E-) • The unit is equipped with a normal open input signal that can be connected directly from the fire alarm control panel. When receiving the signal from the fire alarm control panel, the unit turns off and does not turn back on until it has been reset.
Operation Section 7. OPERATION 7.1 Wall Mounted Controller (WMC) • The WMC for this unit should be mounted within the room close to the return air grill to provide convenient system control. LCD Display Control Panel 4.8 in (120 mm) 4.8 in (120 mm) 0.6 in (15 mm) ILL00530-00...
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Operation Section LCD Display I003164 COOL or FAN ONLY Illuminates to indicate COOL on or FAN ONLY on. RUN or AUTO Illuminates to indicate fan mode set to RUN or AUTO. HI or LO Illuminates to indicate fan speed set to High or Low. Room temperature Illuminates temperature in either Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
Operation Section 7.2 Operational Status Display Control (Only When Connected With WMC) • The operational status of each functional part can be displayed while the unit is running. (1) Display method • Press and hold the “”, “”, and “FAN MODE” buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. •...
Operation Section 7.3 Self-Diagnostic Code Display Operation and Control (1) When connected with WMC • Self-diagnostic codes and “CHECK” are displayed on the LCD display of the WMC. Switching the self-diagnostic code display mode • The self-diagnostic code display can be switched between user mode and service mode.
Operation Section 7.4 Self-Diagnostic Code Records Display Operation (Only When Connected With WMC) • The unit power on time, compressor operation time, and self-diagnostic codes can be displayed on the WMC when it is connected to the unit. The unit power on time and compressor operating time can be stored up to 65535 hours (automatically cleared to 0 hour and start counting).
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Operation Section (2) Exiting the self-diagnostic code records display • To exit the self-diagnostic code records display, press the "RESET" button, or do not operate the system for 1 minute.
Operation Section 7.5 TEST Mode • Test operation can be performed using the test mode. (1) Test operation • Set the unit to standby mode, make sure the STOP switch on the unit is in the OPERATE position, and move the DIP switch 3-1 to the ON position. The unit will automatically turn on and operate at the following conditions.
Operation Section 7.6 Compressor Operation (1) Startup speed control • The compressor operates at 40 rps for 120 Start of seconds after cooling operation begins. Once Compressor Operation the refrigeration cycle stabilizes, the inverter 120 sec controls compressor speed. Transition to Normal Control Time I003169...
Operation Section 7.8 Evaporator Fan Motor Operation • The evaporator fan motor is controlled by signals from the WMC or MWT. (1) When the WMC is connected • ON/OFF control and fan speed are determined by the WMC settings. Fan motor settings - AUTO: The fan motor turns ON when the compressor is ON, and OFF when the compressor is OFF.
Operation Section 7.10 Anti-Frost Control • Anti-frost controls activate in accordance with the evaporator pipe inlet thermistor (CTS2) temperature in order to turn the compressor on and off, and prevent a decrease in cooling performance resulting from a buildup of frost on the evaporator. •...
Repair Section 8. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING • Disconnect power supply from the unit before performing any service. Beware that some residual voltages may remain in the unit immediately after the power is disconnected. 8.1 Troubleshooting • Before troubleshooting the system, the following inspection should be performed. (1) Inspection of power source voltage •...
Repair Section 8.2 Self-Diagnostic Codes • Self-diagnostic codes are displayed on the WMC and indicate by LED on the relay board under the following conditions. Refer to the troubleshooting chart on page 53 to 57 for the remedies. • LED on the relay board indicates self-diagnostic codes for the MWT under the following conditions.
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Repair Section Self-Diagnostic Relay Board Warning Code LED (Red turns on) Alarm Possible Cause Signal Detection Contents Pattern User Service Output Mode Mode When a fan motor speed of Evaporator fan motor 50 rpm or less is detected locked four times within 10 seconds after the fan motor is started.
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Repair Section Relay Board Warning Self-Diagnostic Alarm LED (Red turns on) Possible Cause Signal Detection Contents Pattern Code Output When an evaporator refrigerant inlet thermistor temperature at or below 26.5 °F (-3 °C) is detected during Freezing abnormality compressor operation.
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Repair Section Alarm clear method • Self-diagnostic codes are not displayed for the MWT. To identify the cause, check the LED on the relay board and refer to the charts on page 48 to 50. Self-Diagnostic Alarm Clear Method Code Possible Cause User Service...
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Repair Section Self-Diagnostic Alarm Clear Method Code Possible Cause User Service Wall Mounted Controller (WMC) Millivolt Wall Thermostat (MWT) Mode Mode STI module input over current Power device temperature abnormality Press RESET button, turn off DC voltage abnormality the circuit breaker, then turn on Reset the power from the circuit Power device damage the circuit breaker and press...
Repair Section 8.3 Troubleshooting Chart • To accurately troubleshoot the problem, it is important to carefully confirm the nature of the problem. Condition Check Area Possible Cause Remedy Unit does not operate. 1. Voltage Power failure. Repair power supply. Turn the circuit breaker on. 2.
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Repair Section Self-Diagnostic Condition Codes Buzzer (WMC) Possible Cause Remedy Pattern Unit does User Service not operate. Mode Mode Drain hose is clogged Remove any blockage or excessive (for optional condensate pump). kinks preventing air flow. RESET the controller Drain hose trap position is too Improve hose installation.
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Repair Section Self-Diagnostic Condition Codes Buzzer (WMC) Possible Cause Remedy Pattern Unit does User Service not operate. Mode Mode Defective RTS1 thermistor Replace the WMC. (short or open). Loose RTS2 thermistor Reconnect the RTS2 thermistor and connection. check the connection. RESET the controller Defective RTS2 thermistor Replace the RTS2 thermistor.
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Repair Section Self-Diagnostic Condition Codes Buzzer (WMC) Possible Cause Remedy Pattern Unit does User Service not operate. Mode Mode Relay board communication Check all the wire connections on the error occurs for 40 seconds. relay board. RESET the controller If the error still occurs, replace the relay board.
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Repair Section Self-Diagnostic Condition Codes Buzzer (WMC) Possible Cause Remedy Pattern Unit does User Service not operate. Mode Mode Excessive current from the RESET the controller twice or three power source to the STI times. If the error still occurs, replace module.
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Repair Section Condition Check Area Possible Cause Remedy Insufficient Cooling Air is not Compressor start delay (120 Compressor starts after 120 seconds cool. seconds) is activated. automatically. Freeze protection is Compressor starts automatically when displays activated. evaporator outlet pipe temperature (CTS3) normally.
Repair Section 8.4 Initialize Fan Motor • Initialize the motor to correct the motor speed when any of the following components are replaced: evaporator fan motor, relay board. (1) Operation method 1) With the power supply OFF, turn DIP switch 2-1 ON. 2) Turn the power supply ON.
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Repair Section Initialize Fan Motor TEST Mode DSW1 DSW2 DSW3 DSW4 I003178...
Repair Section 8.5 Basic Inspection • Perform the following inspection before disassembly. (1) Inspection of plate fins • To inspect the plate fins of the evaporator, the air filter must be removed. After removal of the air filters, inspect the plate fins for any dirt, dust, lint, or debris that may have caused insufficient cooling performance of the unit.
Repair Section 8.6 Inspection of Compressor (1) Compressor motor • Measure resistance across the terminals of the compressor motor. (All terminals must be disconnected from the unit.) • Between terminals {at 68 °F (20 °C)} - U-V Approx. 0.64 ohm ...
Repair Section 8.10 Inspection of Refrigeration System • In most cases, the cause for insufficient cooling is a clog in the system, a leakage, or an incorrect amount of refrigerant. In such cases, inspect the system according to the following procedure. (1) Clogged refrigeration system •...
Then Shut-off Valve disconnect the water pipes. Drain Port 2) Connect tap water to the water inlet of the unit. CMW30 Connect water outlet of the unit to drain. Unit Drain Plug ILL00437-00...
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Repair Section 3) Take out the twenty-one (21) screws, and then Top Panel remove the top panel. Screws (6) Screws (5) Screws (4) Top Panel Screws (6) ILL00242-00 4) Open the faucet handle to supply water. 5) Insert screwdrivers under both sides of the valve spring guide of the water regulating valve and lift upwards to flush.
Repair Section 9. DISASSEMBLY WARNING • Disconnect power supply from the unit before performing any service. Beware that some residual voltage may remain in the unit immediately after the power is disconnected. 9.1 Parts Construction Evaporator Inlet Air Right Panel Thermistor (RTS2) Top Panel Evaporator Pipe Inlet...
Repair Section 9.2 Disassembly 1) Loosen the bottom screw. Service Panel 2) Take out the nine (9) screws, and then remove the service panel. Screws (9) Bottom Screw (1) ILL00241-00 3) Disconnect the two (2) power supply lines from the terminal, and disconnect the ground line. Terminal CAUTION •...
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Repair Section 5) Take out the two (2) screws, and then remove the panel. 6) Disconnect the connector. Connector Screws (2) Panel ILL00243-00 7) Loosen the bottom screw. Front Panel 8) Take out the fifteen (15) screws, and then remove Screws (3) the front panel.
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Repair Section 11) Take out the four (4) screws, and then remove the AC fan motor. AC Fan Motor Screws (4) ILL00348-00 12) Disconnect the two (2) connectors from the AC fan motor. Connectors (2) ILL00349-00 13) Take out the four (4) screws. 14) Loosen the two (2) bottom screws.
Repair Section 9.3 Removal of Evaporator Fan Assembly Frame Ring Fan Motor Set Screw Frame I003127 < NOTE > Initialization is required after replacing the evaporator fan motor. (See page 59) 1) Take out the one (1) screw, and the four (4) nuts. Screw (1) Nuts (4) Evaporator Fan...
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Repair Section 3) Take out the six (6) screws, and then remove the Set Screw ring. Loosen the set screw with an Allen wrench Ring Set Screw and remove the fan. Screws (6) I003130 4) When assembling the fan, ensure that the screws 0.12 in (3 mm) 0.12 in (3 mm) align with the motor axis positioning holes.
Repair Section 9.4 Removal of Electrical Components Relay Board and Bracket Assembly Ground Bolt Terminal Block 1 Stop Switch AC Fan Motor Noise Filter Ground Bolt Terminal Block 2 Inductor Coil Stay ILL00248-00...
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Repair Section (1) Relay board to Wall Mounted to Compressor to Millivolt Controller Overlord Relay Thermostat to Evaporator Pipe Inlet Thermistor and to High-Pressure to Float Evaporator Outlet Switch Switch to Electronic to Stop to Evaporator Thermistor Expansion Valve Switch Inlet Air Thermistor DIP Switch...
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Repair Section Replacement of Relay Board 1) Attach the relay board with the six (6) screws. Always tighten the ground line for the relay board together with the bottom right screw. Make sure that the DIP switches on the new relay board are all set to the off position.
Repair Section 10. REFRIGERATION AND WATER SYSTEM REPAIR 10.1 Repair of Refrigeration and Water System • In case there is a leak, obstruction, or problem in the refrigeration and water system of this unit, replace or repair the part in question. After replacing any component, all connections must be brazed except the flare connections of the water regulating valve.
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Repair Section (4) Use of dry nitrogen gas • During brazing, the inside of the pipe undergoes an oxidative reaction due to the brazing flame. Introduce dry nitrogen gas (0.27 gal/min (1 L/min); adjust with the flow regulator) through the pinch-off tube of the refrigerant.
Repair Section 10.2 Removal of Refrigeration and Water System Components WARNING • Before replacing any refrigeration and water system component, recover the refrigerant using standard recovery procedures and equipment, and drain the water from the unit. • When recovering the refrigerant, use the pinch-off tubes at the low pressure side (tube 1) and high pressure side (tube 2) as shown in the figure below.
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Repair Section 1) Disconnect four brazing points (A ~ D) as shown. When brazing, cover the area E with a wet cloth to prevent damage. ILL00352-00 2) Remove two (2) nuts from the frame. Then remove the water cooled condenser. Nuts (2) ILL00353-00 (2) Removal of water regulating valve...
Repair Section 10.3 Charging the System with R-410A Refrigerant • Always ensure that the refrigeration system has been properly evacuated before charging with the specified amount of R-410A. • Equipment is for R-410A only. • Liquid charge (no gas charge). •...
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Repair Section (1) Connection of gauge manifold 1) Properly remove the crushed end of the pinch-off tubes at the high-pressure side and the low Charging Hose Side pressure side of the refrigerant cycle with a pipe Refrigerant cutter. Cycle Side 2) Fit the process tube fitting to the pinch-off tube on both sides.
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Repair Section (3) Checking vacuum 1) Leave the high-pressure valve and the low- Valve Setting Leave valves closed for 5 pressure valve of the gauge manifold closed for 5 minutes or more. Pointer of Closed Closed pressure gauge returning to minutes or more, and confirm that the gauge zero indicates there is a leak.
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Repair Section (4) Checking for gas leaks 1) Remove the charging hose (green) from the Valve Setting vacuum pump, and connect the hose to the Closed Closed Air Purging refrigerant cylinder (R-410A). Open The Valve 2) Loosen the nut on the gauge manifold side of the of Refrigerant Cylinder charging hose (green).
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Repair Section (5) Evacuation (repeat) 1) Close the valve of the refrigerant cylinder. Then Valve Setting remove the charging hose (green) from the Gauge Closed Open Closed Closed 30 inHg (100 k Pa) or larger refrigerant cylinder, and connect it to the Low-Pressure refrigerant recovery machine.
Repair Section 10.4 Refrigerant Charging Work (1) Refrigerant charging 1) Remove the charging hose (green) from the Valve Setting vacuum pump, and connect it to the refrigerant Closed Closed Air Purging cylinder (R-410A). Open The Valve 2) Loosen the nut on the gauge manifold side of the of Refrigerant Cylinder charging hose (green).
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Repair Section (2) Removal of gauge manifold 1) Crimp the pinch-off tube with a pinch-off tool. Pinch-Off Tool 2) Remove the gauge manifold and the process to Gauge Manifold Side tube fitting. Crush the end of the pinch-off tube. Pinch-Off Tube 3) Braze the end of the pinch-off tube.
Repair Section 11. REASSEMBLY 11.1 Reassembly of Unit • Reassemble the unit in the reverse order of removal. Described below are the parts that require special care in reassembling the unit. Perform all wiring or rewiring as referenced in the wiring diagram.
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P/N: SV0076-01 Second Issue: January 2013...
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