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Carrier TRANSICOLD Vector HE 19 Operator's Manual

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Vector HE 19
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Владимир
May 31, 2025

Как включить свет внутри прицепа?

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Mr. Anderson
May 31, 2025

To turn on the interior light in a Carrier Vector HE 19 trailer, use the F9 Light Bar circuit, which operates on 12VDC and is labeled "Remote Evap 5A 12VDC F9 Light Bar." Ensure power is supplied to this circuit to activate the interior light.

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Summary of Contents for Carrier TRANSICOLD Vector HE 19

  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Vector HE 19 Domestic Intermodal Units 62-12003...
  • Page 3 Operator's Manual Vector HE 19 Domestic Intermodal Units © 2020 Carrier Corporation Printed in U. S. A. September 2020 ●...
  • Page 4 Manual Revision History: 62-12003 Date Reason for Release 9/1/2020 New product – initial release...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ................1 2. Unit Identification ..............2 3. Safety ..................3 3.1 Auto-Start ................4 3.2 Cooling System ..............4 3.3 Refrigerant ................4 3.4 Battery ................. 4 3.5 Standby Electric Power ............5 4. Display ................... 6 4.1 Display Screens ..............
  • Page 6 8. Emergency Bypass Mode ............38 9. Maintenance ................39 9.1 Maintenance Schedule ............. 40 10. Product Loading ..............42 11. Recommended Transport Temperatures ....... 44 12. General Troubleshooting ............45 13. Fuses ..................47 14. Priming Fuel System ............... 48 15.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    1. Introduction This guide has been prepared for the operator of a Carrier Transicold Vector™ Domestic Intermodal unit. 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 deliver the load in the best possible condition.
  • Page 8: Unit Identification

    2. Unit Identification Each unit is identified by a decal attached to the frame of the unit inside the battery side door. This decal is on the lower vertical frame rail near the battery. The decal identifies the model and serial number of the unit, type of refrigerant, and refrigerant charge.
  • Page 9: Safety

    Be aware of HIGH VOLTAGE supplied at the power plug. When performing service or maintenance procedures: ensure the START/RUN-OFF switch is in the OFF position and lockout/tagout the high voltage receptacle. This Carrier Transicold refrigeration unit has been designed with the safety operator mind.
  • Page 10: Auto-Start

    For this reason and because of legislation regarding the handling of refrigerants, we recommend contacting your nearest Carrier Transicold dealer whenever service of the refrigerant system is required. 3.4 Battery This unit may be equipped with a lead-acid type battery.
  • Page 11: Standby Electric Power

    Starting Unit (continued) 3.5 Standby Electric Power Be aware of HIGH VOLTAGE supplied at the power plug. Even with the unit off, power is present from the plug to the inside of the control box. Disconnect the high voltage source when performing service or maintenance procedures and lockout/tagout the receptacle in accordance with your company's procedures.
  • Page 12: Display

    4. Display 1. LCD display 2. ALARM led 3. ALARM key 4. STATUS BAR display 5. UP ARROW key 6. ENTER key 7. DOWN ARROW key 8. START/RUN-OFF Switch 9. SOFT keys 10. MESSAGE CENTER display 11. USB port 12. MENU KEY 13.
  • Page 13: Display Screens

    4.1 Display Screens Default Screen Status Bar START/STOP DIESEL COOL Setpoint .3 34 Box Temperature BOX TEMPERATURE SETPOINT M e s s a g e STATUS OK Center Typical Menu Screen START/STOP DIESEL COOL O p e r a t o r Viewing Menu Soft Key M e s s a g e Selections...
  • Page 14: Operation

    5. Operation 5.1 Starting Unit START/STOP DIESEL COOL .3 34 BOX TEMPERATURE F SETPOINT STATUS OK 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.
  • Page 15 During this procedure, the compressor will be started for one second and then shut down for nine seconds, up to five times. The system will display the Carrier Transicold logo, display the default screen,...
  • Page 16: Inspect Mode

    5.2 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. •...
  • Page 17 Inspect Mode (continued) While the unit is in Inspect mode, the ALARM light will flash and the display will indicate that unit operation, including temperature control, has been disabled. 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.
  • Page 18: Stopping The Unit

    5.3 Stopping the Unit 1. Place the START/RUN-OFF switch (1) on the OFF position. 2. Unit will shut down immediately while the system completes a shutdown sequence. Then the LCD display will go blank after one minute, 30 seconds. Due to internal processing, placing the START/RUN OFF switch (1) in the OFF position, then switching back to the START/RUN position will result in a 4 to 50 second delay between display turning OFF and ON again.
  • Page 19: Switching Operating State

    5.4 Switching Operating State If DIESEL is displayed, the unit is in Engine Operation START/STOP DIESEL COOL .3 34 BOX TEMPERATURE SETPOINT STATUS OK 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.
  • Page 20 Switching Operating State (continued) 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. •...
  • Page 21 Switching Operating State (continued) ELECTRIC TO ENGINE 1. Press and release the MENU key until the STANDBY soft key is displayed. START/STOP ELECTRIC .3 34 BOX TEMPERATURE SETPOINT DATA STANDBY LANGUAGE RECORDER START/STOP DIESEL .3 34 BOX TEMPERATURE SETPOINT EXIT STANDBY DIESEL 2.
  • Page 22: Intelliset

    5.5 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 the necessary settings for over 40 different products.
  • Page 23: Pretrip

    5.6 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. START/STOP DIESEL COOL Viewing Menu Soft Key...
  • Page 24 Pretrip (continued) 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 STATUS PRETRIP TYPE: COOL - AMBIENT 75 TEST 2 OF 10 - CURRENT TEST CURRENT DRAW - 2 AMPS...
  • Page 25 Pretrip (continued) 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 the Alarm screen (refer Alarm List section) and review any alarms activated during...
  • Page 26: Changing Setpoint

    5.7 Changing Setpoint 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 ▲ or ▼ key to bring the displayed setpoint to the desired value.
  • Page 27: Start-Stop Continuous Operation

    5.8 Start/Stop Continuous Operation Start-Stop is provided to reduce fuel or power consumption by allowing full automatic control of unit shutdown and restart by monitoring compartment temperature, battery charge, when in Engine operation, coolant temperature. The main function of Start-Stop operation is to turn off the refrigeration system near setpoint to provide an efficient temperature control system and to initiate a restart sequence after certain conditions are met.
  • Page 28 Start/Stop Continuous Operation (continued) • The battery is fully charged (as indicated in the MessageCenter by OK after the voltage value) AND charging amps are less than the Configuration setting. In Electric Operation, if battery condition is the only reason the unit needs to restart, only the battery charger will be energized.
  • Page 29: Data Recorder / Trip Stop

    5.9 Data Recorder/Trip Start The Data Recorder records data while the START/RUN - OFF switch is in the START/RUN position. START/STOP DIESEL COOL Viewing Menu Soft Key Selections Press Menu Key to Scroll DATA LANGUAGE 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.
  • Page 30 Data Recorder/Trip Start (continued) 5.9.1 Mark Trip Start Trip Start places the present time and date as a stamp in the data recorder memory to allow easy review of the data from the last trip and to allow downloading data from a specific trip. A trip begins at a Trip Start and ends at the next Trip Start.
  • Page 31: Manual Defrost

    5.10 Manual Defrost 1. With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/RUN position) press the MANUAL DEFROST key. 2. If the conditions for defrost are met, the status bar and the Box Temperature display will change to the word DEFROST.
  • Page 32: Language Selection

    5.11 Language Selection 1. Press the MENU key (1) until LANGUAGE VIEW is displayed in the MESSAGE CENTER. 2. Once displayed, press the LANGUAGE VIEW soft key (2). Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key (3) to highlight LANGUAGE. Press the ENTER key (4), then the UP or DOWN ARROW key to scroll through the different language available.
  • Page 33: City Mode

    5.12 City Mode • Vector HE 19 units are delivered with City mode deactivated as standard. • City mode enables the unit to operate in low noise emission (60dB) in low speed and standby operation. • Deactivating or activating City mode is the responsibility of the operator.
  • Page 34 City Mode (continued) City Mode Activation / Deactivation 1. Press one time the MENU key. 2. Press the CITY MODE soft key. CITY PIEK MODE FORCED ON: Will be displayed when unit is transitioning to STANDARD mode to City mode. CITY PIEK MODE FORCED OFF: Will be displayed when unit is transitioning when unit will transition to City mode to Standard mode.
  • Page 35: Standard Mode

    City Mode (continued) Transition CITY PIEK MODE based parameter setting: Will be displayed when unit is transitioning from Standard mode to City mode. Transition STANDARD MODE based parameter setting: Will be displayed when unit is transitioning to City mode to Standard mode. NOTE When operating in CITY mode, STATUS OK - CITY MODE will be displayed.
  • Page 36: Unit Data

    6. Unit Data 6.1 Display Unit Data START/STOP DIESEL COOL 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 will be displayed.
  • Page 37: Unit Data Description

    Unit Data (continued) 4. The selected sub-menu data will be displayed. For example, the REFRIGERATION 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...
  • Page 38: Fuel Level

    Unit Data (continued) Refer to the following table for additional information on Unit Data. DATA DEFINITION FUEL LEVEL % of fuel in tank. (This is only displayed when an optional fuel level sensor is installed and Configured ON) BATTERY Battery voltage. If OK is displayed, this indi- cates battery voltage is sufficient to allow a Start-Stop Off Cycle AMP DRAW...
  • Page 39: Loss Of Communications

    6.2 Operator Messages START/STOP DIESEL COOL .3 34 BOX TEMPERATURE SETPOINT STATUS OK STATUS OK: This message or other user-defined message will be displayed in the MessageCenter at most times. If the status or the operation has changed, one of the following messages may be displayed: CHECK AT NEXT SERVICE INTERVAL: This message will be displayed when there is an active non-shutdown alarm present (the...
  • Page 40 Operator Messages (continued) DOOR OPEN - LOW SPEED or REMOTE SWITCH OPEN - LOW SPEED: This message will be displayed if an optional door or remote switch is installed and configured to operate the engine in low speed when the refrigerated compartment door is opened or remote switch is activated.
  • Page 41: Data Display Screen Lock/Unlock

    6.3 Data Display Screen Lock/Unlock This function allows user to maintain/hold the required data display as a default display until screen is unlocked to avoid screen going back to default temperature display while not in use). 1. Once the desired datas displayed, press the LOCK SCREEN soft key (1).
  • Page 42: Display Hour Meters

    6.4 Display Hour Meters 1. Press the MENU key (1) until HOUR METER will be displayed in the MESSAGE CENTER area. 2. Once displayed, press the HOUR METER soft key (2). 3. Press the UP or DOWN arrow key (3) to highlight the hour meter desired.
  • Page 43: Alarm Display And Safety Features

    7. Alarm Display and Safety Features 7.1 Display Alarm List If an alarm occurs, the Alarm LED is highlighted. 1. Press the ALARM key (3). 2. If alarms are activated, the alarm number will be displayed preceded by the letter A (active alarm) (B). The system may also be configured to display an alarm description following the alarm number.
  • Page 44: Emergency Bypass Mode

    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 dealer for repair of the unit.
  • Page 45: Maintenance

    9. Maintenance Engine Oil: petroleum oils recommended 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.
  • Page 46: Maintenance Schedule

    3. Check fuel heater (if equipped) Cooling 1. Check coolant change interval. If replacement is not 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 Exhaust 1.
  • Page 47 Maintenance Schedule (continued) Starting 1. Clean battery connections and check cables for chafing, rub spots and corrosion added Circuit 2. Check battery hold down clamps 3. Check battery condition 4. Check starter operation *Based on EPA 40 CFR Part 89 b.
  • Page 48: Product Loading

    Product Loading Before Loading: 1. Pre-cool the compartment. Pre-cooling removes most of the heat from the inside of the compartment (including the walls and insulation) and give the product better protection when it is loaded. 2. If possible, place unit in a defrost cycle immediately before loading.
  • Page 49 Product Loading (continued) Proper air circulation in the compartment, air that can move around and through the load, is a critical element in maintaining product quality during transport. cannot circulate completely around the load, hot spots or top-freeze can occur. The use of pallets is highly recommended.
  • Page 50: Recommended Transport Temperatures

    More detailed information obtained from your Carrier Transicold dealer. Setpoint Range Product Operation °F °C Bananas 56 to 58 13 to 14 Continuous Fresh fruits and vegetables 33 to 38 0.5 to 3...
  • Page 51: General Troubleshooting

    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. 62-12003...
  • Page 52 General Troubleshooting (continued) 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...
  • Page 53: Fuses

    13. Fuses Fuses are located in the Power Control Module (PM) (curbside of the unit). WARNING When replacing fuses, lockout/tagout the power plug and the negative battery cable. Fuse Purpose Amps Volts Power Supply 12VDC Power Enable Relay (PER) Supply 12VDC Remote Panel 12VDC...
  • Page 54: Priming Fuel System

    14. 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.
  • Page 55: Emergency Road Service

    15. 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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