Introduction This guide has been prepared for the operator of a Carrier Transicold Vector™ 8611MT Trailer refrigeration unit with APX™ Control System. It contains basic instructions for the daily operation of the refrigeration unit as well as safety information, troubleshooting tips, and other information that will help you to deliver the load in the best possible condition.
If a concern arises, please refer to the information on this decal, and make a note of the model and serial number before calling for assistance. This information will be needed when you contact an authorized Carrier Transicold Dealer so that they may properly assist you.
This Carrier Transicold refrigeration unit has been designed with the safety of the operator in mind. During normal operation, all moving parts are fully enclosed to help prevent injury. During any inspection or servicing with the doors open you may be exposed to moving parts, please stay clear of all moving parts when the unit is in operation.
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For this reason (and because of legislation regarding the handling of refrigerants) we recommend that you contact your nearest Carrier Transicold authorized repair facility whenever service of the refrigerant system is required.
Display 1. MENU Key 2. DEFROST Key 3. START/STOP - CONTINUOUS Key 4. Alarm LED 5. ALARM Key 6. “=” (Select) Key 7. Arrow Keys, ▲ and ▼ 8. START/RUN-OFF Switch 9. Soft Keys 10. USB Interface Port (Cover) 11. Display 62-12147...
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Display Screens Split Screen Compartment Status Bar Highlight Box START/STOP DIESEL -9.9 28.1 36.2 O p e r a t i n g TEMP COOL COOL COOL Mode (row) Box Temperature (row) SETPOINT Message STATUS OK Setpoint (row) Center Typical Menu Screen START/STOP DIESEL O p e r a t o r...
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Auto Scroll START/STOP DIESEL Status Bar .9 -10 Setpoint Temperature Message BOX TEMP C1 STPT C1 Compartment Center STATUS OK (C1, C2, or C3) There are two available display options - Split Screen (see previous page) and Auto Scroll (above). Split Screen shows each compartment’s Setpoint and Box Temperature in one view.
Starting Unit WARNING Under no circumstances should ether or any other starting aids be used to start the engine. WARNING Be aware of HIGH VOLTAGE supplied at the power plug or from the generator. When performing service or maintenance procedures: ensure the START/RUN-OFF switch is in the OFF position, lockout/tagout the high voltage receptacle, and lockout/tagout the negative battery connection.
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9 seconds, up to five times. 2. The system will display the Carrier Transicold logo, display the default screen, present language selection and the hour meter readings (if configured to do so) along with a test flash of the alarm light.
Inspect Mode Inspect mode provides an additional layer of safety for operators and technicians. Inspect mode should be used during all pretrip inspections of the unit. Inspect mode is a user activated feature that forces the unit to shutdown and remain in shutdown regardless of operating state.
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Exit Inspect Mode 1. While the unit is in Inspect mode, the EXIT soft key will be available. All other keys and functions will be locked out. 2. Press the EXIT soft key to disable Inspect mode. The unit will resume standard operation.
Switching Operating State Operating State If DIESEL is displayed, the unit is in Engine Operation WARNING Do not connect power plug to any electrical outlet without checking it meets the 460/3/60 and 30 Amp electrical requirements of the unit. WARNING Ensure the power plug is clean and dry before connecting to any electrical outlet/receptacle.
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For safe, reliable operation in Electric Operation, it is important to consider the following guidelines: • NEVER connect the unit to a high voltage power source unless the START/RUN - OFF switch is in the OFF position. • The power supply cable and circuit breaker must comply with local electrical code and unit specifications.
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7.2.2 Electric to Engine 1. Press and release the MENU key until the STANDBY soft key is displayed. 2. Press the STANDBY soft key, the STANDBY & DIESEL soft keys will display. WARNING Under no circumstances should ether or any other starting aids be used to start the engine.
IntelliSet™ Products carried or stored in a refrigerated compartment require a multitude of refrigerant unit settings that must be checked, and if required, reset each time a new product is loaded. The APX Control System offers the settings necessary to meet these requirements. IntelliSet is a feature that allows pre-selection and naming of settings for over 40 different products.
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3. The IntelliSet screen will display with a 15-second timeout and five of the available IntelliSets listed. There may be more than five IntelliSets available. This information is provided, in parenthesis, on the first line. For example, in the following illustration there are four IntelliSets available and the second IntelliSet is highlighted.
Operator Messages STATUS OK: This message or other user-defined message will be displayed in the MessageCenter at most times. If a problem develops or the operation has been changed, one of the following messages may be displayed: CHECK AT NEXT SERVICE INTERVAL: Displayed when there is an active non-shutdown alarm present (the alarm condition is present but is not serious enough to shut down the unit).
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Pressure or High Coolant Temperature alarm has been activated three times in the last two hours and the unit has been locked out. The unit must be brought to a Carrier Transicold Dealer for service. BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW: Displayed when the unit battery voltage is too low to allow the unit to start and run.
10. Pretrip Pretrip is a set of tests run by the system to check unit operation. It is recommended that a Pretrip is run prior to loading the refrigerated compartment. It will indicate a failure if one is detected. 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/RUN position) press the MENU key until PRETRIP is displayed.
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4. If START PRETRIP is selected, Pretrip will begin and the PRETRIP STATUS screen will be displayed. Immediately following Pretrip OR if “View Results of Last Pretrip” is selected the PRETRIP SUMMARY SCREEN will be displayed. PRETRIP MENU START PRETRIP VIEW RESULTS OF LAST PRETRIP BACK EXIT...
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7. “PRETRIP PASS”, “PRETRIP FAIL IN TEST ##” or “PRETRIP FAILED AND COMPLETE” will be displayed at the end of the testing. The “PASS” message will display until a key is pressed. The Pretrip test “FAIL” results message will display until the alarms are cleared. To end Pretrip at any time, press STOP PRETRIP soft key.
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PRETRIP SUMMARY PRETRIP TYPE: COOL - AMBIENT 75 START TIME - (DATE) (TIME) END TIME - (DATE) (TIME) PRETRIP COMPLETE (OR FAIL NOTICE) VIEW TEST BACK EXIT ALARMS RESULTS 8. Press the VIEW ALARMS soft key to move to Alarm screen (refer to section) and review any alarms activated during the test.
11. Turning Compartments On/Off Individual compartment control status and temperature display boxes are configured left to right to match the compartments in the trailer, front to back. The left display box shows the status of the first compartment (C1), the middle display box shows the status of the second compartment (C2), and the right display box shows the status of the third compartment (C3).
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1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) and the default screen displayed, press the “=” key to open the ON/OFF display. • If a compartment is currently OFF, the corresponding soft key will display ON. •...
12. Changing Setpoint Individual compartment control status and temperature display boxes are configured left to right to match the compartments in the trailer, front to back. The left display box shows the status of the first compartment (C1), the middle display box shows the status of the second compartment (C2), and the right display box shows the status of the third compartment (C3).
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The setpoint will change one degree (or 0.1 degree if configured to do so) with each press and release of an arrow key or the set- point will scroll if the key is pressed and held. 3. Press the “= ” key to save the new setpoint. The MessageCenter will display “SETPOINT CHANGED”...
13. Start-Stop or Continuous Operation 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) press the START-STOP/CONTINUOUS key until the desired operation (Start/Stop or Continuous) is highlighted. 2. The message (“START/STOP MODE SELECTED” or “CONTINUOUS RUN MODE SELECTED”) will be displayed in the MessageCenter for 10 seconds.
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Whenever the unit starts in Start-Stop, it will run until: • The selected minimum run time has expired • The compartment temperature is at setpoint • The battery is fully charged (as indicated in the MessageCenter by “OK” after the voltage value) AND the charging amps are less than the Configuration setting.
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Refer to Section 13 for suggested Start-Stop and Continuous Operation settings. 62-12147...
14. Data Recorder / Trip Start The Data Recorder records data while the START/RUN - OFF switch is in the START/RUN position. START/STOP DIESEL Viewing Menu Soft Key Selections Press Menu Key to Scroll LANGUAGE DATA EXIT RECORDER 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) press the MENU key until DATA RECORDER is displayed.
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To enter a Trip Start: with MARK TRIP START highlighted, press the “=” key. If trip start is acknowledged by the data recorder, “TRIP START ENTERED” will be displayed for 15 seconds and then the display will return to the Data Recorder screen.
15. Manual Defrost START/STOP DIESEL DEFROST DEFROST SETPOINT DEFROST CYCLE STARTED 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) and the default screen displayed (press the BACK or EXIT soft key if required), press the MANUAL DEFROST key. 2.
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• The box temperature is too warm or the coil temperatures indicate a defrost is not needed. The host unit will only allow defrost when the defrost termination temperature sensor is below 40°F (4.4°C). The remote evaporators will allow defrost when the defrost termination temperature sensor is above 40°F (4.4°C), but only if other tem- perature readings on the coil indicate the coil may need a defrost.
16. Language Selection START/STOP DIESEL Viewing Menu Soft Key Selections Press Menu Key to Scroll LANGUAGE/ DATA EXIT VIEW RECORDER NOTE Language selection may not be available on early software revisions. 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) press the MENU key until LANGUAGE/VIEW is displayed.
17. Unit Data START/STOP DIESEL Viewing Menu Soft Key Selections Press Menu Key to Scroll INTELLISET PRETRIP HOUR UNIT METERS DATA 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position), press the MENU key until UNIT DATA is displayed. 2.
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The selected sub-menu data will be displayed. For example, the REFRIGERATION C1 SENSORS display may include: REFRIGERATION SENSORS (1 OF 5) AMBIENT AIR TEMP: 75.0 RETURN AIR TEMP: 38.0 SUPPLY AIR TEMP: 37.0 DELTA T: -1.0 DEFROST TERM TEMP: 39.0 BACK EXIT LOCK...
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Refer to the following table for additional information on Unit Data. DATA DEFINITION % of fuel in tank. (This is only displayed when FUEL LEVEL an optional fuel level sensor is installed and Configured ON) Battery voltage. If “OK” is displayed, this BATTERY indicates battery voltage is sufficient to allow a Start-Stop Off Cycle...
18. Alarm List ACTIVE ALARMS (2 OF 3) A00013 HIGH DISCHARGE PRESSURE A00022 LOW SUCTION PRESSURE A00028 CHECK REFRIG SYSTEM BACK CLEAR ALARMS 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) press the ALARM key. 2.
19. View Hour Meters START/STOP DIESEL Viewing Menu Soft Key Selections Press Menu Key to Scroll INTELLISET PRETRIP HOUR UNIT METERS DATA 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/ RUN position) or in PC Mode, press the MENU key until HOUR METERS is displayed.
20. Stopping Unit START/STOP DIESEL -9.9 28.1 36.2 TEMP COOL COOL COOL SETPOINT STATUS OK SROS To stop the unit, place the START/RUN-OFF switch in the OFF position. The unit will shut down immediately while the system completes a shut down sequence and then the display will go blank.
24 hours, a countdown timer will be shown on the display. This 24-hour window of operation will keep the load safe, and provide enough time to contact the nearest Carrier Transicold Service Center for repair of the unit. START/STOP DIESEL .3 34...
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After repairs have been made and the display module alarm has been cleared, the unit will operate normally and Emergency Bypass Mode will no longer be available. 62-12147...
22. Pretrip Inspection The Pretrip Inspection should be performed before picking up any load. This inspection is essential to ensure reliable operation of this unit. These checks take only a few minutes. WARNING Unit may start automatically at any time even if switch is in the OFF position.
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Immediately After Starting Unit Visually check fuel lines and filters for leaks Visually check oil lines and filters for leaks Visually check coolant hoses for leaks Visually check exhaust system for leaks Verify correct air flow of condenser fan* * Place a small rag in front of the condenser coil, the rag should hold. If the rag blows away it means that the fan is rotating in reverse.
23. Product Loading 23.1 Before Loading • Pre-cool the compartment. This will remove much of the heat from the inside of the compartment (including the walls and insulation) and give the product better protection when it is loaded. • If possible, place unit in a defrost cycle immediately before loading. This will remove moisture accumulated on the evaporator coil.
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side-walls of the body, to allow air flow between the body and the load; this prevents heat filtering through the walls from affecting the product. It is important to check the temperature of the product being loaded to ensure that it is at the correct temperature for transport. The refrigeration unit is designed to maintain the temperature of the product at the temperature at which it was loaded;...
Modes for the unit are listed in the following chart. These are included for reference only and should not be considered preemptive of the setpoint required by the shipper or receiver. More detailed information can be obtained from your Carrier Transicold dealer. Setpoint Range...
If, however you are having an issue, the following section may be of assistance. If you do not find the trouble that you have experienced listed, please call your Carrier Transicold dealer for assistance. 62-12147...
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Engine Operation Unit won’t crank Check alarm list Visually check battery condition Visually check battery connections Check all fuses Unit won’t start Check alarm list Check fuel level Check all fuses Unit won't run Check alarm list Check fuel level Check engine oil level Check all fuses Unit stops...
3. Check fuel heater (if equipped) 1. Check coolant change interval. If replacement is not Cooling required, check antifreeze concentration using a System refractometer (Carrier Transicold P/N 07-00435-00) 2. Clean condenser/radiator surfaces 3. Check water pump 4. Check water temperature sensor 1. Check mounting hardware Exhaust 2.
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1. Change air cleaner element Air Intake 2. Check and reset air cleaner indicator System 1. Clean battery connections and cable ends Starting 2. Check battery hold down clamps Circuit 3. Check battery condition 4. Check starter operation *Based on EPA 40 CFR Part 89 1.
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27.2 Engine Oil The petroleum oils recommended for use in this refrigeration unit must comply with the American Petroleum Institute's (API) Class CG or better rating. The only recommended synthetic oil is Mobil Delvac 1. The use of any oil that does not meet this rating may affect the warranty on the engine. The use of oil of the proper weight (viscosity) is also essential.
27.4 Priming Fuel System The mechanical fuel lift pump is mounted on the engine next to the injection pump. This pump has a manual plunger for priming the fuel system when the fuel tank has been run dry. WARNING Keep clear of rotating belt and pulleys. To prime the fuel system, use the following steps: 1.
Carrier Transicold offers warranty coverage to the initial and subsequent owners during the warranty coverage period. The warranty coverage terms are available on request through the Carrier Transicold dealer network. For the Vector 8611MT, please request 62-11709 for the manufacturer’s warranty document.
29. Emergency Road Service At Carrier Transicold we’re working hard to give you complete service when and where you need it. That means a worldwide network of dealers that offer 24-hour emergency service. These service centers are manned by factory trained service personnel and backed by extensive parts inventories that will assure you of prompt repair.
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