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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual TriPac® ® 3 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Rev. A T T K K 5 5 7 7 0 0 7 7 5 5 - - 1 1 9 9 - - O O P P - - E E N N July 2023...
- Page 2 If more information is required, consult your Thermo King Service Directory for the location and telephone number of the local dealer. T T h h e e r r m m o o K K i i n n g g ’ ’ s s w w a a r r r r a a n n t t y y s s h h a a l l l l n n o o t t a a p p p p l l y y t t o o a a n n y y e e q q u u i i p p m m e e n n t t w w h h i i c c h h h h a a s s b b e e e e n n “...
- Page 3 I I n n t t r r o o d d u u c c t t i i o o n n Software License The product includes software that is licensed under a non-exclusive, non- sublicensable, terminable and limited license to use the software as installed on the product for its intended purpose.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents S S a a f f e e t t y y ....................... . 7 7 Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice . - Page 5 T T a a b b l l e e o o f f C C o o n n t t e e n n t t s s Closed Loop Cooling (Option)....... 24 Arctic Package (Option) .
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Page 6: M M A A N N U U A A L L P P R R E E - - T T R R I I P P I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N
T T a a b b l l e e o o f f C C o o n n t t e e n n t t s s Fuses ........... . . 43 M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e a a n n d d S S e e r r v v i i c c e e . -
Page 7: Danger, Warning, Caution, And Notice
Safety Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice Thermo King® recommends that all service be performed by a Thermo King dealer and to be aware of several general safety practices. Safety advisories appear throughout this manual as required. Your personal safety and the proper operation of this unit depend upon the strict observance of these precautions. -
Page 8: Safety Precautions
E E q q u u i i p p m m e e n n t t D D a a m m a a g g e e a a n n d d R R i i s s k k o o f f I I n n j j u u r r y y ! ! Never drill holes into the unit unless instructed by Thermo King. Holes drilled into high voltage cables could cause an electrical fire, severe personal injury, or even death. -
Page 9: Telematics Precautions
S S h h a a r r p p E E d d g g e e s s ! ! Exposed coil fins can cause lacerations. Service work on the evaporator or condenser coils should only be accomplished by a certified Thermo King technician. - Page 10 S S a a f f e e t t y y D D A A N N G G E E R R H H a a z z a a r r d d o o u u s s G G a a s s e e s s - - P P e e r r s s o o n n a a l l P P r r o o t t e e c c t t i i v v e e E E q q u u i i p p m m e e n n t t ( ( P P P P E E ) ) R R e e q q u u i i r r e e d d ! ! Refrigerant in the presence of an open flame, spark, or electrical short produces toxic gases that are severe respiratory irritants which can cause...
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Page 11: First Aid
S S a a f f e e t t y y First Aid R R E E F F R R I I G G E E R R A A N N T T • E E y y e e s s : : For contact with liquid, immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water and get prompt medical attention. - Page 12 S S a a f f e e t t y y • S S k k i i n n : : Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with large volumes of water, for at least 15 minutes. Wash skin with soap and water.
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Page 13: Electrical Hazards
H H a a z z a a r r d d o o f f E E x x p p l l o o s s i i o o n n ! ! An improperly installed battery could result in a fire, explosion, or injury. A Thermo King approved battery must be installed and properly secured to the battery tray. -
Page 14: Safety Decals
E E q q u u i i p p m m e e n n t t D D a a m m a a g g e e ! ! Do not connect other manufacturers equipment or accessories to the unit or to the Thermo King Batteries unless approved by Thermo King. Failure to do so can result in severe damage to equipment and void the warranty. - Page 15 Unit Description The TriPac 3 APU provides auxiliary heating, cooling temperature management that allows drivers to reduce unnecessary truck engine idling, which helps lower fuel consumption. The simple to use digital controller provides drivers greater control over their comfort and APU operations with large cabin temperature readings, function icons, and toggling menus.
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Page 16: U U N N I I T T D D E E S S C C R R I I P P T T I I O O N
• Truck battery charging with automatic low voltage sensing • 9.0 hp 2 cylinder diesel engine - EPA Tier 4 • Thermo King TK 15 compressor for air conditioning • Diesel fuel-fired sleeper compartment air heater • 120 amp alternator •... -
Page 17: Apu
Digital HMI Controller • Heater (if equipped) The TriPac 3 APU is mounted onto the side of the tractor’s frame rails and contains the diesel engine, air conditioning compressor, alternator, control box with fuses, and a engine On/Off switch. Figure 5. TriPac 3 APU Shown. -
Page 18: Engine On/Off Switch
If the engine is hot, preheat time will only be a few seconds. The APU Engine On/Off Switch is located inside the TriPac 3 APU housing on the lower right side of the frame. The Engine On/Off Switch functions as a service switch to allow maintenance personnel to prevent the APU engine from starting when working on the unit. -
Page 19: A/C Condenser
S S y y s s t t e e m m C C o o m m p p o o n n e e n n t t s s A/C Condenser The air conditioning condenser is typically mounted on the back of the truck cab. -
Page 20: Mac
HMI Controller The digital HMI (Human Machine Interface) controller is typically installed on a wall in the sleeper compartment. The HMI communicates with the MAC to operate the TriPac. Figure 10. TriPac 3 HMI Controller. RCS1877 TK 57075-19-OP-EN... -
Page 21: Heater
S S y y s s t t e e m m C C o o m m p p o o n n e e n n t t s s Heater N N o o t t e e : : Some TriPac 3 installation may have the heater delete option. These installation will not have a heater. -
Page 22: Connectedsuite™ Telematics (Option)
ConnectedSuite™ ™ Telematics (Option) Thermo Kings ConnectedSuite a wireless communication platform that offers fleet owners the ability to monitor their TriPac 3 units. 4G cellular capabilities are used to communicate with Thermo King’s web-based TracKing® application. Bluetooth® and Cellular options are available when using the TK Connect App to monitor assets using the telematics TKV5 module. -
Page 23: Power Inverter (Option)
R R i i s s k k o o f f I I n n j j u u r r y y ! ! Do not use the Thermo King Power Inverter in life support or health care... -
Page 24: Closed Loop Cooling (Option)
Arctic Package (Option) This option monitors engine coolant temperature during low ambient conditions and automatically starts the TriPac 3 engine to heat the truck engine coolant. This keeps the truck’s engine warm allowing for easier sub- zero cold starts. Arctic Package is only available for installation onto trucks with the standard Truck Coolant Integration. - Page 25 How to Maximize APU Operational Efficiency The following suggestion will help maximize the operation and efficiency of your TriPac 3 APU. A A / / C C S S y y s s t t e e m m •...
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Page 26: Before Starting The Tripac Unit
Perform this pre-trip inspection before every trip. I I m m p p o o r r t t a a n n t t : : Contact your nearest Thermo King Dealer immediately if problems are found. -
Page 27: Hmi Control Panel
Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the HMI functions and features. N N o o t t e e : : The TriPac 3 APU is designed to operate only when the truck is stationary to reduce unnecessary truck engine idling. -
Page 28: Buttons
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Buttons There are four buttons with dedicated functions. -
Page 29: Multi-Function Soft Keys
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Multi–Function Soft Keys There are four multi-function soft keys. -
Page 30: Off Mode
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s OFF Mode The O O F F F F M M o o d d e e selection turns off the HVAC system while leaving the unit powered up. -
Page 31: Fan Mode
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Fan Mode The F F a a n n M M o o d d e e selection allows the evaporator fan to operate to provide air circulation with no A/C. -
Page 32: Cool Mode
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Cool Mode The C C o o o o l l M M o o d d e e selection provides air conditioning (A/C) for the sleeper compartment. -
Page 33: Heat Mode
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Heat Mode 1. -
Page 34: Main Menu
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Main Menu The Main Menu contains several additional submenus that allow the user to view information and modify unit operation. -
Page 35: Screen Settings
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Screen Settings The Screen Settings submenu can be accessed by pressing the Menu button and scrolling to Screen Settings using the soft keys below the Up/Down... -
Page 36: Run Hours
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Run Hours The Run Hours submenu can be accessed by pressing the Menu button and scrolling to Run Hours using the soft keys below the Up/Down arrows. -
Page 37: System Details
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s •... -
Page 38: Alarms
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Alarms Alarms are displayed and cleared using the Alarms submenu. -
Page 39: Maintenance Menu
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Maintenance Menu The Maintenance submenu can be accessed by pressing the Menu button and scrolling to Maintenance using the soft keys below the Up/Down arrows. -
Page 40: Fuel Meter
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s •... -
Page 41: Aftertreatment
O O p p e e r r a a t t i i n n g g I I n n s s t t r r u u c c t t i i o o n n s s Aftertreatment The Aftertreatment submenu can be accessed by pressing the Menu button and scrolling to Aftertreatment using the soft keys below the Up/Down... -
Page 42: Engine
Blending used engine oil with diesel fuel is not permitted in the TriPac system. It will plug the filters and will not allow the air heater to run properly. Thermo King reserves the right to void all warranty on the unit. -
Page 43: Fuses
S S p p e e c c i i f f i i c c a a t t i i o o n n s s Fuses The electrical system of the TriPac 3 is protected by a number of fuses. Fuse locations are as follows: •... - Page 44 S S p p e e c c i i f f i i c c a a t t i i o o n n s s Figure 19. Fuse Block Inside RIO Compartment Shown. Upper Fuse: RIO Power - 50 Amp Lower Fuse: MAC Main Power - 40 Amp RAJ1440 Figure 20.
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Page 45: Engine
Thermo King dealer. N N o o t t e e : : Thermo King reserves the right to deny warranty coverage on claims due to lack of maintenance or neglect. Claims in question must be supported by maintenance records. -
Page 46: Engine Oil Change Intervals
0 Hrs 2,000 Hour Interval -Oil change interval is every 2,000 hours of operation only when using a Thermo King brand oil filter and CK-4 or better oil. • Units with optional ATD exhaust system require CK-4 or better oil. FA-4 is not approved. -
Page 47: Electrical
M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e a a n n d d S S e e r r v v i i c c e e Electrical Thermo King recommends all electrical maintenance and service procedures be performed by an authorized Thermo King dealer. -
Page 48: Exhaust Aftertreatment Device (Atd) System (If
M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e a a n n d d S S e e r r v v i i c c e e Exhaust Aftertreatment Device (ATD) System (if equipped) Thermo King recommends all exhaust aftertreatment device maintenance and service procedures be performed by an authorized Thermo King dealer. TK 57075-19-OP-EN... - Page 49 TriPac Warranty Terms of the Thermo King Warranty are available on request. Please reference document TK 53051 for the Thermo King TriPac 3 Warranty. TK 57075-19-OP-EN...
- Page 50 EPA and ARB Supplemental Emissions Warranty Statement Your Thermo King unit is covered by the diesel engine manufacturer’s EPA and ARB Supplemental Emissions Warranty. Complete details of this emission warranty can be found at www.thermoking.com TK 57075-19-OP-EN...
- Page 51 Serial Number Locations A A P P U U : : Unit nameplate is located on front right edge of APU frame near the Engine Switch (APU service access door must be opened to view the nameplate). E E n n g g i i n n e e : : Nameplate located on the top of the engine. The engine is mounted in the APU housing.
- Page 52 Thermo King Dealer anywhere in the United States by going to thermoking. com or by using the Thermo King North American Service Directory (available from any Thermo King dealer). If you are unable to reach a dealer, then call the Toll Free Emergency Cold Line Number (888) 887-2202. The answering service will assist you in reaching a dealer to get the help you need.
- Page 53 Recover Refrigerant At Thermo King®, we recognize the need to preserve the environment and limit the potential harm to the ozone layer that can result from allowing refrigerant to escape into the atmosphere. We strictly adhere to a policy that promotes the recovery and limits the loss of refrigerant into the atmosphere.
- Page 54 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning TK 57075-19-OP-EN...
- Page 55 N N o o t t e e s s TK 57075-19-OP-EN...
- Page 56 1938. For more information, visit www. thermoking.com or www.tranetechnologies.com. Thermo King has a policy of continuous product and product data improvements and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. We are committed to using environmentally conscious print practices.
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