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HC101, HC121, & HC151 Series
Rev 1.3

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  • Page 1 User & Technical Manual HC101, HC121, & HC151 Series Rev 1.3...
  • Page 2 Title: HC101, HC121, & HC151 Air Conditioner Technical Manual Department: Engineering Objective: To provide important information for maintenance, diagnostics and advance operations of the Thermal Edge HC101, HC121 & HC151 Series Air Conditioners. Revision History: Date Owner Description of Changes 10-06-11 G.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Overview Inspecting the Equipment Unpacking the Air Conditioner Moving the Air Conditioner Unit Label Operation Preliminary Testing Mounting the Air Conditioner Unit Specifications Options System Faults Digital Temperature Controller Programming Preventative Maintenance Field Serviceable Parts Safety Information Troubleshooting Guide Physical Dimensions Electrical Schematic...
  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Thank you for your purchase of the Thermal Edge Special Purpose Air Conditioner. Our air conditioning equipment is carefully designed to cool and dehumidify the air in electronic component enclosures. Thermal Edge has designed air conditioners for all types of electronic equipment enclosures providing capacity from 1,000 to 20,000 BTUH.
  • Page 5: Moving The Air Conditioner

    Moving the Air Conditioners Read this section completely before running or installing your Thermal Edge air conditioning equipment. Note: You will need to perform a Preliminary Test before mounting the air conditioner. Refer to the Preliminary Test section in this manual for instructions on how to run this test. You will also need to prepare the enclosure that is to be cooled for mounting in accordance with this manual and the template supplied.
  • Page 6: Operation

    Operation Thermal Edge air conditioners will lower (or increase as necessary) the temperature inside an enclosure to ensure its proper operational temperature. Our air conditioners, when sized properly, will provide cooling or heating automatically controlled by the temperature digital controller. Thermal Edge air conditioners operate as a “closed loop”...
  • Page 7: Mounting The Air Conditioner

     The condenser fan is controlled by the refrigerant high heat pressure and will turn on later when the operating pressure builds up. This feature allows low ambient operation and reduces current inrush at initial power on.  Run the air conditioner for 15 minutes; during this time the condenser fan will turn on after the condenser coil warms up.
  • Page 8: Unit Specifications

    Unit Specifications The following table provides electrical and refrigeration specifications for the HC101,121,151 Series Air Conditioners. HC101 Series Nominal Capacity Rating: 10,000 BTUH Standard Maximum Ambient: 131°F Operating...
  • Page 9 HC121 Series Nominal Capacity Rating: 12,000 BTUH Standard Maximum Ambient: 131°F Operating Inrush Loading SCCR Recommended Refrigerant Refrigerant Low/High Noise Weight Voltage Current Current (Short Circuit Rating Type Amount Unit Level (Unit/Ship Range (Start (Running Circuit Protection Pressures Model Current) Current Current) Rating)
  • Page 10: Options

    Options The HC101,121,151 Series Air Conditioners may be ordered with the following options. Review the list below for the specifications and functions of the option(s) that apply to your unit. Built-in Heater This unit is configurable to include a Built-in Heater to increase the temperature of your enclosure in lower temperature conditions.
  • Page 11 Refer to Advanced Digital Temperature Controller Programming section on page 8 for details on changing these parameters. Celsius Programming Celsius Programming option allows the user to control the Thermal Edge Air Conditioner in SI units. This feature can be programmed into the digital temperature controller at time of manufacturing. This feature is also available as an upgrade to air conditioners already in the field equipped with Gen 2.0 controller via a flash drive key.
  • Page 12 Open Door Kill Switch This option provides you with an adjustable and mountable safety switch for your electronics enclosure. This switch will disable power to the air conditioner when your electronics enclosure door is open allowing you to work on your enclosure without the risk of unintentionally powering the unit. Adjustable Temperature Probe The adjustable temperature probe provides you with a 5’...
  • Page 13: System Faults

    System Faults If any of the critical control parameters exceed limits, the compressor is turned off and an alarm condition is indicated on the front panel. There are three main conditions that can shut the AC compressor down:  The condenser high temperature alarm ...
  • Page 14 HOW TO ACCESS HIDDEN MENU 1…….. Enter the Programming mode by pressing the SET + DOWN arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds. The “F” LED starts blinking. Select the required parameter by pressing the UP or DOWN arrow key. Press the SET key to display its value.
  • Page 15 Menu Factory Operating Function Operation Parameter Unit Location Default Range Heater or Dry Contact Auxiliary Hidden 1 - 45 °F Differential Menu 2 Hysteresis Maximum Alerts with “HA” when Hidden Temperature maximum temperature has 45 - 302 °F Menu 2 Alarm been exceeded Minimum...
  • Page 16: Preventative Maintenance

    Preventative Maintenance Air conditioners require regular cleaning of the condenser air inlet filter. Wash filter often if washable using proper cleaning compound and back flushing the dirt out, or replace if not washable whenever it appears physically dirty. Restriction to the flow of air over the condenser coil will degrade the performance of the equipment, cause it to overheat, reduce cooling and can damage the compressor.
  • Page 17: Field Serviceable Parts

    Field Serviceable Parts Thermal Edge carefully designs and selects components with the maximum life expectancy. Due to OEM manufacturing tolerances, poor unit maintenance or extreme operating conditions, components may fail before their maximum life expectancy. The table below lists parts that are serviceable in the field by an Air Conditioner Technician.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide The following guide provides a flow chart to identify a problem, determine the root cause and identify the action needed to correct an issue. Verify input power meets voltage Unit Will Not Run Is Unit Verify Power On/Off requirements as Connected? Switch is on position...
  • Page 19 Measure Temperature at Evaporator Is evaporator Is Compressor Unit Not Cooling & Verify Heat Load Requirements. Is Fan on? unit capacity adequate for internal head load? Possible low refrigerant. Check for faulty evaporator fan Check Setpoint. Is Is snowflake Is there voltage to Setpoint LED lit on compressor? Use...
  • Page 20 Single or Potential bad P1 / P2 Flashing Error Multiple connection. Check combination Codes Codes? green connector flashing? behind controller. Refer to Alarm Signals in Digital Temperature Controller Check Low Pressure Programming Section Switch Connections and Verify Pressure switch is closed. Use meter.
  • Page 21: Physical Dimensions

    Ensure air tight Is Air Conditioner sealed seal between air against enclosure Water overflow / Check drain, is it conditioner and properly, tightly sealed excessive plugged? enclosure. Make and door closed? sure door is closed. Clean condensate pan and drain; add 1 tbsp bleach to Contact Customer Service upper pan monthly to kill mold...
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  • Page 23: Electrical Schematic

    Electrical Schematics System Schematic Digital Controller Schematic Note: Schematics apply to all voltages; optional accessories wiring not provided in this document. If you require electrical schematic with options contact our technical support and provide your model number. 1751 Hurd Drive ● Irving, Texas 75038 ● (972) 580 -0200 ● (888) 580-0202 ● Fax (972) 580-0277 URL: www.thermal-edge.com ●...
  • Page 24: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information Thermal Edge products are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship, materials and components. The warranty period applies from date of shipment for one year. The above warranty applies when the equipment is operated under the following conditions: ...
  • Page 25: Return Material Authorization (Rma) Procedure

    Return Material Authorization (RMA) Procedure All returns require a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number for warranty or non-warranty repair, rotation of stock, damage or any other reason. IMPORTANT Returns without an RMA number will be refused and returned. Improper packaging may void warranty.

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