Low ambient heat pumps space constrained unit w/ energy recovery ventilation (58 pages)
Summary of Contents for First Co AE-Air HydroTech WSH6009
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Installation, Operation, & Maintenance Manual IOM 8003 Rev. A 5/23 WSH6 009-072 Horizontal Series Water Source Heat Pump...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM COPYRIGHT First Co. / AE-Air works to continuously improve its products and as a result, it reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. The warranty may be void unless the Startup & Performance Checklist is completed and returned to the warrantor. If the HVAC unit is not installed properly, the warranty will be void, as the manufacturer cannot be held accountable for problems that stem from improper installation.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS MODEL NOMENCLATURE GENERAL INFORMATION INTRODUCTION STORAGE SHIPPING & PACKAGE LIST UNIT INSPECTION CHECKLIST UNIT DIMENSIONAL DATA 10-11 UNIT PHYSICAL DATA ELECTRICAL DATA INSTALLATION 14-21 ELECTRICAL APPLICATION 23-25 CONTROLS 26-31 PERFORMANCE DATA 32-43 WIRING DIAGRAMS 44-48 CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC...
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 1. READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION. 2. These instructions are intended as a general guide and do not supersede national, state, or local codes in any way. 3. Altering the product, improper installation, or the use of unauthorized factory parts voids all warranty or implied warranty and may result in adverse operation and/or performance or may result in hazardous conditions to service personnel and occupants.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS CONTINUED Mechanical components and filters can become clogged with dirt and debris, which can cause damage to the system. Disconnect all power before servicing. Failure to do so may The manufacturer does not warrant equipment subjected to abuse.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES GENERAL INFORMATION DO NOT use these units as a source of heating or cooling Extreme caution must be taken that no internal damage will during the construction process. Mechanical components result from screws that are drilled into the cabinet. and filters can become clogged with dirt and debris, which can cause damage to the system.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM STORAGE Equipment should be stored in a clean dry, conditioned area with maximum temperatures up to 120°F [48.89°C] and minimum temperatures to 32°F [0°C]. Units should be stored upright as seen in FIGURE 2 – Standard Packaging and in an indoor environment.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES UNIT INSPECTION CHECKLIST Complete the inspection procedures below before preparing unit for installation: 1) Visually inspect unit for any shipping damage. Damage must be reported immediately to the shipping company to make a claim. 2) Ensure that the carrier makes proper notation of any shortages or damage on all copies of the freight bill and completes a common carrier inspection report.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM UNIT PHYSICAL DATA PHYSICAL DATA WSH6 MODELS UNIT INFORMATION Compressor Type (Qty) Rotary (1) Scroll (1) Factory Charge (R410A) (oz) 22.2 32.5 42.5 50.9 54.1 62.1 86.1 80.9 100.3 138.9 Fan Motor Type (Qty) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) ECM (1) Fan Motor HP 1/2* 1/2*...
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Follow manufacturer’s installation instructions, as well as local and municipal building codes. Insulation is installed in the unit to provide a barrier between varying atmospheres outside and within the unit. INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS If insulation is damaged condensation can occur and can ...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES INSTALLATION CONTINUED UNIT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS Left Return Back Discharge Right Return Back Discharge Left Return Straight Discharge Right Return Straight Discharge FIGURE 7 – Unit Clearance Requirements WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES – IOM...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM INSTALLATION CONTINUED UNIT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS/MOUNTING DETAILS Notes: 1. While clear access to all removable panels is not required, installer should take care to comply with all building codes and allow adequate clearance for future field service. 2.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES INSTALLATION CONTINUED MOUNTING DETAILS CONTINUED FIGURE 9 – Mounting Installation WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES – IOM...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM INSTALLATION CONTINUED MOUNTING DETAILS CONTINUED WSH6 units are typically installed above a false ceiling or in a ceiling plenum. Each unit is suspended from the ceiling by 4 or 5 thread rods. The rods are attached to the unit corners by a hanger bracket through a rubber isolator. Refer to FIGURE 8 – Horizontal Unit Pitch &...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES INSTALLATION CONTINUED 6. Make provisions for expansion and contraction of BLOWER FIELD CONVERSION piping systems provide movement with temperature changes. Failure to make proper provisions will result in damage and failure of piping, fittings, and valves throughout the system. WSH6 units can be field converted between side (straight) 7.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM INSTALLATION CONTINUED PIPING INSTALLATION Water piping exposed to extreme ambient All manual flow valves used in the system must be ball temperatures is subject to freezing and possible rupture. valves. Globe and gate valves must not be used due to high Proper prevention should be taken to prevent pipe freezing pressure drop and poor throttling characteristics.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES INSTALLATION CONTINUED LOW WATER TEMPERATURE CUTOUT SELECTION CONTINUED Both the supply and return water lines will sweat if affecting the refrigeration circuit. The factory setting for CO1 subjected to low water temperature. These lines should be is for systems using water (30°F [-1.1°C] refrigerant insulated to prevent water damage to the property.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM ELECTRICAL HIGH VOLTAGE LOW VOLTAGE THERMOSTAT A standard 24 VAC Heat Pump thermostat is required that will operate the reversing valve in the cooling mode. Thermostat connections and their functions are below in FIGURE 12 –...
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES APPLICATION rate for the unit. Nominal flow rate is 3 GPM per 12,000 COOLING TOWER/BOILER APPLICATION BTUH of cooling. To ensure optimum cooling and heating performance, the cooling tower and boiler loop temperature should be EXTENDED RANGE OPERATION maintained between 55-75°F in the heating mode and 60- Piping systems expected to utilize water temperature below 95°F in the cooling mode.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM APPLICATION CONTINUED WATER WELL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 50° Minimum Entering Water Temperature Cupronickel Refrigerant Heat Exchanger When a water well is used exclusively for supplying water to the heat pump, a cupronickel refrigerant heat exchanger is required and the well pump should operate only when the heat pump operate.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM CONTROLS SEQUENCE OF OPERATION INITIAL CONDITION: START Comp = Off; Fan = Off AWAY CHIP = NOT INSERT LEGEND: Y = Call for Cooling Y = ON G = ON STAND BY G = Call for Fan HPS –...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES CONTROLS CONTINUED WSCM CONTROL MODULE CONTROL FEATURES Anti-short Cycle Protection Test mode will be automatically exited after a 10 minute Random Start period. High and low Pressure Cut-out Water Coil Low Temperature Cut-out ...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM CONTROLS CONTINUED DEHUMIDIFICATION MODE FIELD CONTROLLABLE FUNCTIONS The system can operate in Dehumidification mode by HOME SELECTION switching Dip 1.4 on the WSCM module. In this mode, the If the switch is in the HOME position the heat pump will unit will run continuously in fan speed G2 when Y,O, G calls operate in its normal mode.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES CONTROLS CONTINUED WSCM SAFETY FEATURES CONDENSATE OVERFLOW SENSOR The condensate overflow sensor must sense overflow levels for 30 continuous second to initiate a COF fault. The condensate overflow sensor will be monitored during the compressor run cycle. LOW PRESSURE The low pressure switch must be open and remain open for 30 continuous seconds during the “on”...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM CONTROLS CONTINUED WSCM SAFETY FEATURES CONTROL BOARD LAYOUT LEGEND INPUT CONTROLLER OPERATION CODES CONNECTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION OUTPUT READOUT 24 VAC Normal Mode 24 VAC (Grounded Common) (Green Light) Input Call for Compressor Input Call for Heating or Emergency Heat Controller Non Functional (Green Light) Input Call for Reversing Valve in Cooling...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES CONTROLS CONTINUED WSCM SAFETY FEATURES ASSEMBLY Once box is removed completely, line up the control panel WSCM DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS back in place of the unit and tighten screws on the base plate FUNCTION and on the front panel. Plug back any harnesses previously DIP SWITCH 1 removed.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM PERFORMANCE DATA BLOWER DATA BLOWER DATA FACTORY BLOWER BLOWER DATA SETTINGS CFM VS. STATIC PRESSURE (in. w.g.) COOLING MODEL RATED FAN SPEED HEATING 1-10 NUMBER AIRFLOW WHITE WSH6009 VIOLET 350 - T3 GRAY WHITE WSH6012 VIOLET 450 - T3 GRAY...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6009 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise Temp Drop °F...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6012 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6018 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise Temp Drop °F...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6024 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6030 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise Temp Drop °F...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6036 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6042 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise Temp Drop °F...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6048 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6060 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise Temp Drop °F...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA WSH6072 PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE DATA COOLING HEATING Entering Water Flow Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Suction Discharge Air Temp Water Rate Temp Pressure Pressure Drop Temp Rise Pressure Pressure Rise...
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES PERFORMANCE DATA CONTINUED WATER PRESSURE DROP DATA WATERSIDE PRESSURE DROP Flow Rate (GPM) WSH6009 Pressure Drop (PSI) Flow Rate (GPM) WSH6012 Pressure Drop (PSI) Flow Rate (GPM) WSH6018 Pressure Drop (PSI) Flow Rate (GPM) WSH6024 Pressure Drop (PSI) Flow Rate (GPM) WSH6030 Pressure Drop (PSI)
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC FIGURE 22 - Circuit Schematic STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS activities occur. Protect the equipment from debris during PRE-STARTUP CHECKS: these construction phases. PRIOR TO THE STARTUP OF THE UNIT: Electrically ground the unit. Connect ground wire to ground 1.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED rotation could be done by switching any two of PRIOR TO THE STARTUP OF THE UNIT: compressor wires. 9. Check that the water coil and piping has been leak 6. Turn the thermostat system to “OFF” position. The checked and insulated as required.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES MAINTENANCE & SERVICE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CLEANING/FLUSHING Before the unit is connected to the supply water, the water To achieve maximum performance and service life of circulating system must be cleaned and flushed to remove equipment, a formal schedule of regular maintenance any dirt or debris for the system.
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM HTG CLG POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS & CORRECTIONS Power supply off - apply power; close disconnect. Blown fuse - replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Check for correct fuses. Voltage supply low - If voltage is below minimum voltage specified on unit nameplate.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED PROBLEM HTG CLG POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS & CORRECTIONS Check pump operation or water valve operation/setting. Plugged Reduced or no water flow strainer or filter. Clean or replace. in heating Check water flow adjust to proper flow rate. Inadequate anti-freeze Check anti-freeze density with hydrometer.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS & CORRECTIONS Capacitor Check for correct size capacitor, replace If defective. Thermostat Check setting, calibration and wiring. Check for loose or broken wires at compressor, capacitor or Wiring contactor. Safety Controls Check control board fault LED for fault code.
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WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS & CORRECTIONS Check that thermostat is wired to energize the reversing valve Thermostat setup from “O” terminal. (Cooling mode). UNIT DOESN’T Check thermostat wiring at WSCM board and thermostat. Jumper OPERATE IN Thermostat wiring “o”...
WSH6 HORIZONTAL SERIES - IOM SUPPORT/REFERENCE MATERIAL REFERENCE CALCULATIONS ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS HEATING LDB = Leaving air temperature dry bulb °F EDB = Entering air temperature dry bulb °F LDB = EDB + GPM x 500 GPM = Water flow rate gallons per minute CFM = Airflow rate cubic feet per minute LWT = EAT + cfm x 1.08...
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