Summary of Contents for Trane Technologies Thermo King UT Series
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Operator’s Manual UT-Series UT-800, UT-1200, UT Spectrum, UT EXTREME HIGH AMBIENT Revision A T T K K 6 6 0 0 6 6 5 5 2 2 - - 1 1 - - O O P P - - E E N N June 2020...
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Introduction This manual is published for informational purposes only and the information furnished herein should not be considered as all-inclusive or meant to cover all contingencies. If more information is required, consult your Thermo King Service Directory for the location and telephone number of the local dealer.
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I I n n t t r r o o d d u u c c t t i i o o n n includes a standard feature that collects and shares Machine Information with Thermo King. Separate terms may apply when a customer has entered into an agreement with Thermo King.
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I I n n t t r r o o d d u u c c t t i i o o n n Please note that Thermo Assistance cannot guarantee payments and the service is designed for the exclusive use of refrigerated transporters with products manufactured by Thermo King Corporation.
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I I n n t t r r o o d d u u c c t t i i o o n n Customer Satisfaction Survey Let your voice be heard! Your feedback will help improve our manuals. The survey is accessible through any internet-connected device with a web browser.
Table of Contents S S a a f f e e t t y y ....................... . 9 9 Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice .
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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 Defrost ........... 23 Engine Compartment .
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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 M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e I I n n s s p p e e c c t t i i o o n n S S c c h h e e d d u u l l e e ..........5 5 3 3 Inspection and Service Intervals .
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 (refer to examples below). Your personal safety and the proper operation of this unit depend upon the strict observance of these precautions.
S S a a f f e e t t y y General Safety Practices D D A A N N G G E E R R R R i i s s k k o o f f I I n n j j u u r r y y ! ! Keep hands and loose clothing clear of fans and belts at all times when the unit is operating with the doors open.
S S a a f f e e t t y y Automatic Start/Stop Operation C C A A U U T T I I O O N N R R i i s s k k o o f f I I n n j j u u r r y y ! ! The unit can start and run automatically any time the unit is turned on.
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S S a a f f e e t t y y W W A A R R N N I I N N G G F F i i r r e e H H a a z z a a r r d d ! ! Do not attach fuel lines to battery cables or electrical harnesses.
S S a a f f e e t t y y Refrigerant Although fluorocarbon refrigerants are classified as safe, use caution when working with refrigerants or in areas where they are being used. 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 ! ! Refrigerant in the presence of an open flame, spark, or electrical short produces toxic gases that are severe respiratory irritants which can cause...
S S a a f f e e t t y y Refrigerant Oil Observe the following precautions when working with or around refrigerant oil: W W A A R R N N I I N N G G 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 ! ! Protect your eyes from contact with refrigerant oil.
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S S a a f f e e t t y y • I I n n h h a a l l a a t t i i o o n n : : Move victim to fresh air and use Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to restore breathing, if necessary.
S S a a f f e e t t y y Safety Decals and Locations Operation The Operation decal is located on your HMI or rear remote controller (if fitted). This decal gives you the information to access/download your unit operator manual and other supporting documentation and in many supported languages.
S S a a f f e e t t y y Remote Start of the Unit C C A A U U T T I I O O N N R R i i s s k k o o f f I I n n j j u u r r y y ! ! The unit can start and run automatically any time the unit is turned on.
Unit Description General Information The UT- Series units are one-piece, under-mounted, diesel powered cooling and heating systems designed for straight trucks. The unit uses Chlorine free refrigerant. Remote evaporators are used to control temperatures in up to three individual cargo compartments. The basic models provide the following: The UT–Series SPECTRUM™...
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 n N N o o t t e e : : The use of 50/50 percent pre-mixed Extended Life Coolant (ELC) is recommended to assure that de-ionized water is being used.
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 n Standard HMI Control Panel The Standard HMI Control Panel (Human/Machine Interface) is used to operate the unit and display unit information.
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 n I I m m p p o o r r t t a a n n t t : : A ServiceWatch download can be helpful when diagnosing a problem.
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 n Engine Compartment W W A A R R N N I I N N G G R R i i s s k k o o f f I I n n j j u u r r y y ! ! The unit can start at any time without warning.
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 n P P r r e e h h e e a a t t B B u u z z z z e e r r : : The preheat buzzer sounds when the controller energizes the preheat relay.
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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 n • PTC parameter ACTIVATED (ON) • Zone 1 DAC Kit switch turned ON with the recommended Setpoints below: Table 2.
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Manual Pretrip Inspection (Before Starting the Unit) Pretrip inspections are an important part of a preventative maintenance program designed to minimize operating problems and breakdowns. Perform this pretrip inspection before every trip involving refrigerated cargo. N N o o t t e e s s : : 1.
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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 n ( ( B B e e f f o o r r e e S S t t a a r r t t i i n n g g t t h h e e U U n n i i t t ) ) N N o o t t e e : : All truck and trailer units will have a small battery drain when the unit is off.
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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 n ( ( B B e e f f o o r r e e S S t t a a r r t t i i n n g g t t h h e e U U n n i i t t ) ) scale.
Operating Instructions TSR-3 Controller Refer to “Profeesor Kool” and the “TK Tutor Series” for step by step instructions and training on how to use your Standard or Premium HMI and also “TK Alarm Codes” to help diagnose any alarms. These can be found at the following link: http://www.europe.thermoking.com/tools/ N N o o t t e e : : These are App’s for your Mobile device, contact your Dealer for...
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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 The display is capable of showing numbers and illuminating several icons.
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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 When this icon is present in the the lower display, it is showing the electric motor run time (if the unit is equipped with optional Electric Standby).
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 Premium HMI Controller The Premium Truck HMI (Human/Machine Interface) Control Panel is available as an option on TSR-3 Truck applications.
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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 High Speed Lockout Soft Keys Box Temperature...
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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 Zone 2 Soft Key Menu Soft Key The HMI control panel consists of a display and 8 touch-sensitive keys.
Alarm Codes Introduction An alarm code is generated when the microprocessor senses an abnormal condition. Alarms direct an operator or service technician to the source of a problem. Multiple alarms can be present at one time. All generated alarms will be stored in memory until cleared by the operator.
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Loading and Enroute Inspections I I m m p p o o r r t t a a n n t t : : Make sure cargo is pre-cooled to the proper temperature before loading. The Thermo King unit is designed to maintain temperature, not cool an above-temperature load.
L L o o a a d d i i n n g g a a n n d d E E n n r r o o u u t t e e I I n n s s p p e e c c t t i i o o n n s s RCS1142-1 Inspect unit condenser grille openings to ensure they are free of debris.
Specifications Engine Model: UT-1200, UT SPECTRUM, UT-800 Thermo King TK 376U HIGH UT Extreme Ambient Fuel Type Diesel Fuel must conform to EN 590 Oil Capacity: Crankcase and Oil Filter: 11.0 litres, w/ Bypass Oil Filter: 12.1 litres. Fill to full mark on dipstick Oil Type Petroleum Multi-grade Oil: API Type CI-4, ACEA Class E3...
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 Engine Coolant Type Conventional Coolant: Conventional coolant (antifreeze) is green or blue-green. GM 6038M or equivalent, low silicate antifreeze mixture, 50/50 antifreeze/water mixture, not to exceed 60/40.
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 none No Fuse - All Bosch and Thermo King Alternators 2A Fuse - All Prestolite Alternators Preheat Circuit High Speed Circuits...
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 Standby Power Requirements Supply Circuit Breaker: 200-230/3/50-60 (UT- 50 amps 20 Amps Series unit) All 380-46/3/50-60 (UT- Series unit)
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Warranty Terms of the Thermo King Self Powered Truck Unit Warranty are available on request from your Thermo King Dealer. Also refer to TK 61598-2-WA Thermo King EMEA Limited Warranty for Self Powered Truck Units. TK 60652-1-OP-EN...
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Maintenance Inspection Schedule Inspection and Service Intervals Inspection and Service intervals are determined by the number of unit operating hours and by the age of the unit. Examples are shown in the table below. Your Dealer will prepare a schedule to suit your specific needs. S S e e r r v v i i c c e e R R e e c c o o r r d d : : Each inspection and service performed should be recorded on your Dealer Service Record.
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Serial Number Locations Figure 17. Serial Number Location BEN541 Figure 18. Serial Number Plates TK 60652-1-OP-EN...
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S S e e r r i i a a l l N N u u m m b b e e r r L L o o c c a a t t i i o o n n s s Figure 19.
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Recover Refrigerant At Thermo King®, and FrigoBlock 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.
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Thermo King – by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator – is a worldwide leader in sustainable transport temperature control solutions. Thermo King has been providing transport temperature control solutions for a variety of applications, including trailers, truck bodies, buses, air, shipboard containers and railway cars since 1938.
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