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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: Trademarks and Exclusion for Documentation​ ................​ 5 Revision, Manual, and Contact Information​ ..................​ 6 Introduction​ ..........................​ 7 Warranty and Registration​ ......................​ 8 Manual Overview​ ........................​ 1 ​ 2 Safety​ ............................​ 1 ​ 3 10-Step Installation​...
  • Page 4 APU Commander.........................​ 3 8 Troubleshooting with the Controller​ ..................​ . .46 Maintenance​ ........................​ ....48 Maintenance Schedule​ ....................​ ....49 A/C System Maintenance......................​ 5 1 Fuse Box Location​ ........................​ . 52 Owner’s Responsibility​ ........................​ 5 3 Specification​...
  • Page 5 HP2000​ HP2000 Xtreme​ Exclusion for Documentation Unless specifically agreed to in writing, Parks Industries L.L.C. (A) Makes no warranty as to the accuracy, sufficiency or suitability of any technical or other information provided in its manuals or other documentation. (B) Assumes no responsibility or liability for injury, losses, damages, costs or expenses, whether special, direct, indirect, consequential or incidental, which might arise out of the use of such information.
  • Page 6 Revision information Rev G, February, 2021 Manual Product Number PCM002-01 Contact Information 15460 CRABTREE SCHOOL RD. MARION, IL 62959 OFFICE PHONE ​ : ​ 6 18-997-9608 OFFICE FAX ​ : ​ 6 18-997-9608 https://www.hp2000apu.com 6 | ​ P age...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    I​ N TRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of your new HP2000 / HP2000 ​ X treme ​ Series Auxiliary Power Unit! Your fuel and maintenance savings begin today! As you may already know, the HP2000 consists of a powerful, yet lean, 2-Cyl.

  • Page 8: Warranty And Registration

    Even though Parks Industries offers parts and items for sale, they can’t be used for ​ P ERKINS warranty purposes and will not be reimbursed by Parks Industries, LLC. The components that we offer are for out of warranty replacement only and are strictly customer pay.
  • Page 9 Refrigerants are only covered if a covered component fails and the refrigerant is lost, at which point they are reimbursed as outlined in the SRT Guide. Parks Industries LLC does not pay miscellaneous supplies and /or Hazardous Material Charges. Freon, however, is covered at $0.78 per ounce (a complete fill is 29.6 ounces or 1.85lbs) only if the leak was caused by manufacturing defect, not by normal wear and tear.
  • Page 10 4. You must perform the Scheduled Maintenance on your APU and the Perkins Engine as listed in this Manual. 5. You must bring the APU to Parks Industries LLC or to one of their Authorized Service Centers for Warranty Work.
  • Page 11 IMPORTANT!​ Without the completion and submission of both the Limited Express Warranty Registration Form and the Installation, Service and Operator’s Manual Form, your HP2000 is ​ n ot​ covered under warranty. It is important that you register your APU within fifteen (15) days of having your unit purchased and installed, and have a copy of your registration card with the unit.
  • Page 12 This manual covers the topics of installation, operation, general maintenance and troubleshooting for the HP2000 and the HP2000 Xtreme Series APU by Parks Industries. The patented design of the HP2000 and the HP2000 Xtreme’s unique features set it apart from any other unit currently available on the market today.

  • Page 13: Safety

    S​ A FETY THIS SYMBOL IS USED TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED BY THE OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO AVOID CARELESS ACCIDENTS. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL BE SURE TO OBSERVE AND FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS. BE CERTAIN THAT ANYONE OPERATING THIS MACHINE IS AWARE OF THESE SAFETY RULES.
  • Page 14 Follow all safety precautions listed below: ● Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the HP2000 APU. Performing maintenance on unaccustomed machines can cause accidents. ● Wear proper safety equipment as required for the job you are performing with the machine.
  • Page 15 Use the following safety procedures to ensure a safe workspace: ● Provide proper ventilation when operating an engine in a closed area to remove exhaust gases. Breathing exhaust fumes may be fatal. ● Never use starting fluid around lighted smoking materials, sparks, or open flame. ●...
  • Page 16 NOTE: ● Hazards or unsafe practices could result in injury or death. ● Persistent inhalation of exhaust fumes may cause serious injury and/or death. Anyone suspected of suffering from carbon monoxide inhalation should be removed from the hazardous area and given immediate medical attention.

  • Page 17: 10-Step Installation

    10-S​ I​ EP​ N STALLATION I​ O​ STALLATION​ ERVIEW​ Before beginning installation of your HP2000, take time to inspect the unit and the desired area of installation. If you believe you are missing a part, please consult the included checklist. Before you begin, perform an inspection of the truck and installation area.

  • Page 18: Required Tools Checklist

    R​ T​ C​ QUIRED​ OLS​ H ECKLIST IMPORTANT!​ IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL TOOLS ARE AT THE TRUCK SIDE AND NOT IN YOUR TOOL BOX ACROSS THE SHOP. TO KEEP YOUR INSTALL TIME TO 4-5 HOURS, YOU MUST HAVE TOOLS AT THE TRUCK. ½”...
  • Page 19 ​ S​ 1: M​ T EP​ O UNTING​ T HE​ You are now ready to install the APU. Begin by mounting the APU to the frame rail. On most installations, the HP2000 does not require any drilling into the frame rail. ●...

  • Page 20: Step 2: Evaporator System And Duct Hoses

    ​ S​ 2: E​ S​ D​ H​ T EP​ V APORATOR​ Y STEM​ A ND​ U CT​ O SES The evaporator system is designed to be mounted under the bunk in the storage area. The evaporator system measures 18” in length by 8”...
  • Page 21 The steps below represent our STANDARD evaporator installation. Additional parts are available to facilitate an install which ties into the existing duct work of the truck. For most dealers, this setup is additional. These parts are available as accessories and can be purchased from your local HP2000 dealer. ●...

  • Page 22: Step 3: A/C Line Installation

    S​ 3: A/C L​ I​ T EP​ I NE​ N STALLATION Two A/C lines must be run from the APU to the evaporator in order to supply Freon to the evaporator unit. ● Begin by routing the two 8’ A/C lines through the 3” hole near the evaporator unit. ●...

  • Page 23: Step 4: A/C System Vacuum And Charge

    ​ S​ 4: A/C S​ V​ C​ T EP​ Y STEM​ A CUUM​ A ND​ H ARGE Now you are ready to charge the A/C system. Before charging, check to make sure there are no leaks or system contaminations by pulling a vacuum on the system. Observe the system for 10 minutes for any loss of vacuum.

  • Page 24: Step 5: Fuel Draw Tube Installation

    S​ 5: F​ D​ T​ I​ T EP​ U EL​ R AW​ U BE​ N STALLATION The fuel block must now be installed in order to provide fuel supply return and tank venting to the APU. It is important that you ​ D O NOT tie into existing truck fuel lines.
  • Page 25 The fuel draw tube is designed to vent the fuel tank as well as supply and return fuel to the APU. When looking down on the top of the fuel block and the barbs pointing away from you, the right brass fitting is the return (remember R and R, Right is Return) and the left fitting is the supply.

  • Page 26: S T Ep 6: Connecting Battery Cables

    6: C​ B​ C​ STEP​ O NNECTING​ A TTERY​ A BLES IMPORTANT:​ ​ B efore connecting the battery cables, make sure that the APU commander is ​ N OT​ plugged in. The Commander should be the last thing that is connected before the unit is to be started. You are now ready to connect the battery cables.

  • Page 27: Step 7: Water Connections

    S​ 7: W​ C​ T EP​ A TER​ O NNECTIONS The APU is liquid cooled and requires coolant in order to operate at a safe temperature. Before beginning this step, be sure you have the proper size water T for integrating into the existing cooling system. NOTICE: Coolant temperatures can exceed 150°F, so be cautious when working with coolant lines to avoid burns.
  • Page 28 IMPORTANT:​ ​ W hen installing the coolant Ts, be sure and install them on the coolant lines at the engine and NOT the coolant lines running to the bunk heater. Tying into the bunk heater lines can cause an unsafe loop in circulation through the bunk heater core causing the APU to overheat. ●...
  • Page 29 ● For one water-Y at a time: o Cut the coolant hose between the hose crimpers. o Install the water Y with a hose clamp on each side. o Tighten the two hose clamps. o Install a worm gear hose clamp and connect the APU coolant hose to the clamp.

  • Page 30: Step 8: Controller And Ductwork Installation

    S​ 8: C​ A​ D​ I​ T EP​ O NTROLLER​ N D​ U CTWORK​ N STALLATION The APU controller is responsible for all functions of the APU. It is important that the controller is mounted upright, in an area with adequate air flow. Failure to do so will lead to inaccurate temperature readings and poor performance.
  • Page 31 Once the controller is secured, it is time to route the control cable from the controller to the APU. ● Connect the square end into the controller. ● Using the Adel clamps, secure the cable to the wall. ● Route the cable out of sight, if possible. ●...
  • Page 32 Select a location for the air two ducts and louvered vents. It is recommended to position one vent high and one vent low for optimal heating and cooling. Select a location in which the 3” duct hose will be easy to conceal.

  • Page 33: Step 9: System Prime And Safety Check

    ​ S​ 9: S​ P​ S​ C​ T EP​ Y STEM​ R IME​ A ND​ A FETY​ H ECK You are almost ready to start your engine. It is now time to prepare the unit for the initial startup. Be sure that all tools are clear of the APU and that all connections are tight​...

  • Page 34: Step 10: Initial Start

    S​ 10: I​ S​ T EP​ N ITIAL​ T ART At this point you can use the controller to start your APU. Press “Start” on the controller (press “Mode” on the old controller) and select “Climate Control”. Set your desired temperature. At no more than 30 seconds you will hear the APU attempt to start.

  • Page 35: System Components

    S​ C​ STEM​ O MPONENTS P​ U​ O WER​ N IT The power unit consists of the 2-Cyl. Perkins Diesel Engine, the A/C Components and the Electrical Controls. This unit is typically mounted on the Frame Rail of the truck or on the Catwalk located directly behind the Cab.
  • Page 36 E​ A​ V APORATOR​ S SEMBLY The evaporator is mounted somewhere inside of your cab and provides hot or cold air depending on your needs. Typically, the evaporator is mounted underneath the bunk. A/C lines and a power supply will need to be routed from the evaporator to the APU to supply heating and cooling.

  • Page 37: Apu Commander

    APU C​ O MMANDER The APU Commander is the brain of the APU. It is responsible for triggering the relays which power and control the APU, and contains numerous features such as an Integrated Error Log, on-the-fly Error Code Diagnostics, Calendar Start, Complete System Monitoring, and Auto Heat to Cool Climate Control which will allow the APU to heat or cool as necessary without any additional user input.
  • Page 38 APU C​ O MMANDER G​ S​ E TTING​ T ARTED The APU Commander has two basic functions, Climate Control and Battery Monitor Mode. To access these modes, press “Start” and select the desired mode. More details on each mode as well as other settings can be found in this section.
  • Page 39 MORE ​ B UTTON Press “MORE” at any time to access Fan Speed, Fan Mode, Calendar Start or APU Status. ● By pressing the blower button, the blower fan settings will rotate through Medium, High, Always Medium and Always High. “Always” indicates the evaporator fan will run continuously during climate control mode, similar to a “fan on”...
  • Page 40 C​ S​ A LENDAR​ T ART Calendar start is designed to allow for the APU to start in a specific mode at a set time on any day of the year. This is a useful feature if you plan to store your truck and return to it on a specific day. Using this feature will preheat your engine, charge your batteries and, if you wish, cool or heat your cab in advance.
  • Page 41 S​ T ATUS The status screen displays useful information about the current operating parameters of the APU. ● Access the status screen through the “MORE” button. ● “Engine Status” will display heating, cooling, running, or charging depending on the current function. ●...
  • Page 42 ​ O​ R​ I L​ T IMER​ E SET You can access the oil timer reset button through the “Status” screen. To reset the oil timer, hold the “Hold to Reset Oil Timer” button until “APU Oil Hours” goes to 0. E​...
  • Page 43 S​ E TTINGS The settings button is only available from the OFF mode screen. Use this page to set the time and date, set temperature units and update the firmware. ​ ​ S​ T​ E T​ I ME​ A ND​ D ATE To adjust the time and date, depress each value to advance it.
  • Page 44 C​ C​ L IMATE​ O NTROL Climate Control mode is designed to provide heating or cooling as needed to maintain a certain set temperature. During climate control the APU is constantly monitoring the battery bank charge. The APU will run continuously to maintain a full battery charge.
  • Page 45 C​ E​ O NTROLLER​ R RORS The APU Commander has built in error messages that display when a problem is detected within the unit. All these error messages come with a short troubleshooting guide built directly into the controller! The errors that can be displayed are as follows: ●...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting With The Controller

    ​ ​ T​ C​ OUBLESHOOTING​ ITH​ HE​ O NTROLLER The HP2000 APU Commander will specify a problem when something is causing the APU to not turn on. You can pinpoint the problem that is causing the APU from not starting by using the error messages that are displayed.
  • Page 47 Error displays on screen: The charging system Make sure all battery cables are tight and corrosion free. “Charging system failure” has failed Make sure all electrical components are securely plugged in. More power is being Check the alternator belt and replace it if necessary. used than the APU is Check the fuse panel for any blown fuses generating.

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    M​ A INTENANCE By following service and warranty procedures, your new HP2000 will provide years of comfort and service. Please pay close attention to the directions for each procedure listed below. W​ A​ I​ LK​ OUND​ N SPECTION This inspection should only take a few minutes. A walk around should be performed during your daily pre-trip inspection to ensure maximum service life of your HP2000 APU.

  • Page 49: Maintenance Schedule

    M​ S​ A INTENANCE​ C HEDULE Interval Between Maintenance Break-In Period Every 600hrs (50 hrs after initial start) Change the oil and the oil filter. Check all coolant hoses, A/C fittings, pipes, clamps. Look for unusual wear, loose fittings, loose connections or signs of fuel, coolant or A/C system leaks.
  • Page 50 Interval Between Maintenance Break-In Period Every 600hrs (50 hrs after initial start) Check the air filter, and clean or replace it as needed. Check and/or Replace the fuel filter Using a low-pressure water hose, clean debris from APU cabinet Clean condenser fins from both directions. (Use only low-pressure water) *Extreme conditions may require more frequent filter element change and check intervals, check regularly and replace if necessary.

  • Page 51: A/C System Maintenance

    A/C S​ M​ Y STEM​ A INTENANCE It is recommended that you check your A/C system REGULARLY. The initial fill is 1.85 lbs of R-134A Refrigerant, then the amount is adjusted based upon the Ambient Temperatures. If your APU has lost refrigerant, it has also lost oil.
  • Page 52 ​ F​ SE​ B OX The fuse box is located on the upper-right back corner of your Perkins powered HP2000 APU. Before attempting to get to the fuse box make sure that the unit is completely powered off. Not doing so can cause harm to both you and the unit.

  • Page 53: Owner's Responsibility

    ​ O​ ’ R​ ​ NER​ E SPONSIBILITY 1. In addition to any other Owner’s responsibility stated in this manual, the following are the Owner’s responsibility: 2. As the HP2000 / HP2000 Xtreme APU owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 54 ● In order for any warranty claim to be honored, the attached Warranty sheet must be filled out completely and sent to Parks Industries LLC at 15460 Crabtree School Road, Marion, IL 62959 or emailed to ​ h olly@hp2000apu.com​...

  • Page 55: Specification

    S​ P ECIFICATIONS DO NOT USE SYNTHETIC OIL APU Engine 402F-05 9.9 HP Engine Oil 2.8 US Quarts, 15W-40 Non-Synthetic Alternator 60 Amp Weight 310 lbs Dimensions 20.5” x 22.8” x 24.4” BTU’s 20,000 from Compressor Refrigerant 1.85 lbs. / 29.6 oz. of R-134A AC System oil capacity 6 oz.
  • Page 56 REGISTRATION OF YOUR HP2000 LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL AND SENT    TO PARKS INDUSTRIES WITHIN FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FOLLOWING THE DATE OF INSTALLATION FOR YOUR WARRANTY TO BE VALID. ​ F AILURE TO DO SO WILL VOID THE WARRANTY​...

  • Page 57: Installation, Service, And Operator's Manual Form

    Installation, Service, and Operator’s Manual  For HP2000 Auxiliary Power Unit    Quality Without Compromise!    Your signature below confirms that you have read and understand the terms, conditions, warranty and  information contained in this manual, and you agree to be bound by the terms, conditions, warranty and  information herein: ...

  • Page 58: Other Provisions

    A. Entire Agreement. This Installation, Service and Operator’s manual sets forth the entire agreement between Parks Industries LLC and the Owner/Purchaser and supersedes any other agreement by the parties, whether written or oral. This Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by Parks Industries LLC and the Owner/Purchaser.
  • Page 59 STANDARD HP2000 APU WARRANTY COVERAGE A/C COMPRESSOR 1 HOUR LABOR A/C CONDENSER 1 HOUR LABOR EVAPORATOR CHECK VALVE 1 HOUR LABOR CONDENSER FAN ASSY 1 HOUR LABOR VAC & CHARGE LABOR 1 HOUR LABOR 12 V EVAP. BLOWER 1 HOUR LABOR REVERSING VALVE ASSY 1 HOUR LABOR EVAPORATOR CORE...
  • Page 60 For Perkins Engine Warranty Coverage you must contact a Perkins Dealer. www.perkins.com ALL WARRANTY WORK MUST BE DONE AT PARKS INDUSTRIES OR AT A CERTIFIED PARKS INDUSTRIES SERVICE CENTER. IF THE PARTS OR LABOR ARE NOT LISTED IN THE HP2000 APU WARRANTY COVERAGE TABLE IT IS NOT COVERED WEAR &...
  • Page 61 2-CYL. PERKINS HP2000 APU = 310lbs The HP2000 Auxiliary Power Unit is manufactured by Parks Industries, LLC. The current version of the H2000 and components were weighed on 01/01/2020. The weight of the unit and the material needed for connection to the truck is listed below for each model engine. These units were weighed without fluids.

  • Page 62: 2-Cyl. Perkins Cross References

    2-CYL. PERKINS CROSS REFERENCE SHEET   OIL FILTER  AIR FILTER  FUEL FILTER  ALTERNATOR BELT  COMPRESSOR BELT  PARKS INDUSTRIES  PCC081-00  PCA037-F1  PCF082-00  PCC049-00  KCC041-01  PERKINS  140517030    130366040      NAPA  7145  6449  3262  25-7300  25-050316  WIX  57145  46449  33262   ...

  • Page 63: A/C Components Diagram

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  • Page 64: Maintenance Components Diagram

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  • Page 65 A/C Component Notes:​ The High Pressure Hose is connected to the fitting on the Compressor closest to the outside of the cabinet, with the Low Pressure Hose being connected to the fitting on the Compressor closest to the engine. The High Pressure Switch is then connected to the charging port on the High Pressure Hose, and the Low Pressure Switch is connected to the charging port on the Low Pressure Hose.
  • Page 66 P​ I​ , LLC A RKS​ N DUSTRIES​ 15460 Crabtree School Road, Marion, IL 62959  (618) 997-9608  www.hp2000apu.com  66 | ​ P age...
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