Summary of Contents for Kenworth Y53-1024
- Page 1 Kenworth Clean Power System ™ Operator’s Manual Y53-1024 12/06 English Page 5 French Page x Spanish Page x...
- Page 2 Charge/Enable Switch Pump Lamp (located on dash) Green Snowflake Inverter/Charger Lamp Shore Power Lamp NORMAL (120-Volt AC) Air Conditioning/Heating Switch Protection Unit (Circuit Breaker/GFCI) OFF/RESET (located in driver’s side tool box) Inverter/Charger Sleeper Fresh/Recirculation Air Switch Switch - 2 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth...
- Page 3 Page 25 & 27 Page 32 Page 27 Page 19 Page 28 NORMAL Page 26 Page 28 Page 24 OFF/RESET Page 22 Page 19 Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 3 -...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Introduction Protection Unit .................22 The Kenworth Clean Power System ......5 120-Volt AC Outlets ..............23 Heating and Air Conditioning System Location of Components ............6 Safety Signals ................7 Using the Heater ............24 Electric Power System Air Conditioning/Heating Switch ..........24 Temperature Control Dial ............25... -
Page 5: Introduction
This Operator’s Manual contains useful information for the safe and ef- ficient operation of your Kenworth Clean Power System. The Kenworth Clean Power System is a battery-powered sleeper climate All information contained in this manual is based on the latest production control system with the capability to provide engine-off heating and cool- information available at the time of publication. -
Page 6: Location Of Components
Charge Unit High Output Alternator Starter Battery Disconnect Shore Power Switch (cab fl oor) (120-Volt AC) Connector Main Battery Disconnect Switch Main Batteries Starter Batteries Protection Unit Storage Cooler (under lower bunk) (in driver’s side tool box) - 6 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 7: Safety Signals
Do not carry extra fuel containers, even empty ones are dangerous. CAUTIOn This symbol and word signals something that could damage your vehicle. Example: CAUTION: Continuing to operate your vehicle with insufficient oil pressure will cause serious engine damage. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - -... - Page 8 Please take the time to read these messages when you see them, and remember: WARNING! Something that could cause an injury or even death. CAUTION: Something that could cause damage to your vehicle. NOTE: Useful information. - - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth...
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Page 9: Electric Power System
Kenworth Clean Power operator’s manual supplement/service manual. Do not attempt to jumpstart the vehicle. If you have a battery problem, it is best to contact an authorized Kenworth repair facility or a reputable towing Charging Terminals Main Batteries Starter Batteries service. - Page 10 Electric Power System CHARGING - 10 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth...
- Page 11 If truck does not start, the truck should be towed to the nearest authorized charged. Do not jump start the Starter Batteries with- Kenworth dealer. out checking the Main Battery voltage first. Refer to the Troubleshooting Section on page 33 for more details. A DC/DC charger, also located below the cab on the driver’s side, serves to isolate the starting batteries from the main batteries and provides charge to the starting batteries to maintain them at a minimum of 12-Volt.
- Page 12 OFF position. NOTE: Do not connect any accessories directly to the starting batteries. Accessory loads should be connected to the main batteries only. Refer to Kenworth Clean Power operator’s manual supplement/service manual for further details. If you are uncomfortable with performing the procedures above, contact the nearest authorized Kenworth dealer.
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Page 13: Charging Using Shore Power
Do not use the Shore Power system if there are any signs of problems. Con- tact your authorized Kenworth Dealer if you are in need of repairs or information. WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard. 120-Volt AC power present. -
Page 14: Charging Using Battery Charger
Negative (-) Charging Terminal Attach a battery charger to the charging terminals and charge batteries until system voltage is restored. Refer to “Battery Charging” in the Kenworth Operator’s Manual for proper battery charging procedures. - 14 -... -
Page 15: 12-Volt Dc System
The 12-Volt Direct Current (DC) System consists of Main Batteries, Starter Batteries, a Low Voltage Disconnect system, gauges for Electrical Moni- toring, and special Interior Lighting. Vehicles equipped with the Kenworth Clean Power System have a unique 12-Volt electrical system. The system uses a high output alternator and two sets of batteries;... -
Page 16: Main Batteries
EXCEPT the starter motor. Caution: Do not replace the Deep Cycle AGM (Gel- Cell) batteries with common lead acid batteries. The Kenworth Clean Power System is designed Main Batteries to draw to very low voltages which will signifi- Deep-Cycle AGM cantly reduce the life of a lead acid battery. -
Page 17: Starter Batteries
It serves to isolate the starting batteries from the main batteries and provides charge to the starting batteries to maintain them at a minimum of 12-Volts. NOTE: The DC/DC charger will only be activated when either the truck is running or the truck is at- tached to a 120-Volt AC electrical supply and the key is in the IGN position. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 1 -... -
Page 18: Electrical System Monitoring
(Optional) VOLTS Voltmeter Normal system voltage vehicles equipped with Kenworth Clean Power System is between 13.5 and 14.6 - Volts. This slightly higher than vehicles without Kenworth Clean Power System. All vehicles come equipped with a dash-mounted voltmeter. Some vehicles may be equipped with an optional ammeter as well. - Page 19 These lamps are more efficient and have a greater life expectancy than incandescent lamps. LED light fixtures do not have replaceable bulbs as do incandescent light fixtures. If an LED light fails the entire fixture may need to be replaced. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 1 -...
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Page 20: 120-Volt Ac System
20 Amp AC extension cord that is no longer than 25 ft. and a 20 Amp AC protected power source with a grounding con- ductor when connecting to a 120-Volt AC electri- cal supply. - 20 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 21: Inverter/Charger Switch
This is the normal operating position for the invert- er/charger. The Kenworth Clean Power System enables you to access 120-Volt AC power from two different sources. A Shore Power connection allows access When the bottom of the switch is pressed (OFF/RE-... -
Page 22: Inverter/Charger Indicator Chart
Solid Orange Solid Green Overload; SCP Blinking Orange/Red Solid Green Low Voltage Charging (4 sec Orange, 1 sec Red) Blinking Orange/Red Solid Green Low Voltage Timed Charge (0.5 sec Orange, 0.5 sec Red) Blank Battery Disconnect Blank - 22 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... - Page 23 Blank Blank If after restarting the inverter/charger the blink code persists, please see your local Kenworth service dealer. Continuous charging of low voltage batteries is not recommended. If low voltage charging is unsuccessful after restarting inverter/charger, replace main batteries. Kenworth...
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Page 24: Protection Unit
Sleeper Control Panel will illuminate in an array of colors and configurations Protection Unit to designate system status. Refer to the Inverter/Charger Indicator chart on the next page for more information. 20 Amp Circuit Breaker Protection Unit (GFCI) - 24 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 25: 120-Volt Ac Outlets
Protection Unit may fail to op- outlets when the Main Battery voltage gets below 11 erate properly and may lead to personal injury -Volts. or equipment damage. Use only the ground-fault circuit interrupter that is supplied with the Pro- tection Unit. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 25 -... -
Page 26: Heating And Air Conditioning System
Panel. Turning the dial clockwise from the 12 o’clock position to the red bands controls the sleeper heater. Turning the dial counterclockwise from the 12 o’clock position to the blue bands controls the sleeper air conditioning. Heat ON Position Air Conditioning Mode Heating Mode Blue Bands Red Bands - 26 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 27: Using The Heater
WARNING! Do not operate the heater portion of Kenworth Clean Power system in an enclosed, unventilated area. Exhaust fumes from the air heater contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which if inhaled, can cause serious illness. -
Page 28: Air Conditioning/Heating Switch
Heat ON Position Turn the Air Conditioning/Heating Switch to the On position. NOTE: A flashing RED lamp indicates a system fault. Contact the nearest authorized Kenworth repair Rotate the Temperature Control Dial clockwise to the Heating Mode. Rotat- facility. ing the dial in a clockwise direction (reds band on dial) increases both the temperature and the Fuel-Fired Heater fan speed simultaneously. -
Page 29: Fuel-Fired Heater
Sleeper Control Panel. It is located in front of the toolbox on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. It’s design and function is similar to units used on other Kenworth vehicles. The heater uses diesel fuel drawn from the vehicle’s fuel tank(s) to create heat. -
Page 30: Air Conditioning/Heating Switch
Setting the dial within the green band should give 8 to 10 hours of cooling (depending upon the outside heat conditions). Adjusting the dial further to the left (yellow band on dial) will lower the output temperature but will deplete the cold storage capacity quicker. - 30 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 31: Air Conditioning Pump On Lamp
With the Fan Control Dial in temperature range which requires the air conditioning pump to turn ON (i.e. the OFF position, the air conditioning system will be deactivated. colder temperature). NOTE: Running the AC Pump will deplete the cold storage capacity quicker. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 31 -... -
Page 32: Fresh/Recirculation Air Switch
The system can be operated in a ventilation only mode by placing the Air Conditioning/Heating Switch in the OFF position and moving the Fan Con- trol Dial from the OFF position. With the Fresh/Recirculation Switch in the FRESH position, outside air is vented to the sleeper compartment. - 32 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 33: Cooling Vents
NOTE: Do not close or otherwise obstruct the return vent(s). Doing so will not allow the system to function normally. This system is completely separate of the Fuel-Fired Heater and the cab air conditioning system. Cooling vents are used only to cool and ventilate the cab sleeper. Output Vents Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 33 -... -
Page 34: Storage Cooler
Storage Cooler This Storage Cooler is independent of the cooling system of the truck, and other than the air filter, there are no serviceable components inside or out- Storage Cooler side of the container. Air Handler Air Filter - 34 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 35: Air Conditioning Charge Unit
Hot gas may vent from compressor terminals causing burns or ignition. Improper servicing can lead to fire, electrocution or explosion. Never service, repair or troubleshoot a system unless you are a trained service person. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 35 -... - Page 36 POE oil. No additional oil needs to be added to the system when com- pleting recovery and recharging of refrigerant. After refrigerant recovery, a vacuum should be pulled on the system for approximately 0.5 hours to ensure that the system is properly sealed and leak-free. - 36 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth...
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Page 37: Charge Enable Switch
Conditioning Charge Unit. When the Air Conditioning Charge Unit is on, a green lamp will be displayed on the Charge Enable Switch. When the Green lamp turns off, the charging cycle is complete. NOTE: The Green lamp can cycle on and off as the system maintains the cooling capacity. NOTE: The Charge Enable Switch does not turn on the Sleeper Air Conditioning System. It only enables the Air Conditioning Charge Unit to cool the Storage Cooler. Charge Enable Switch Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 3 -... -
Page 38: System Operation To Ensure Maximum Cooling Efficiency
The sleeper compartment should already be at a comfortable tem- perature using the cab A/C system. • The window covers and sleeper curtain should be in place and closed. • The recirculation vents on the passenger’s side must be fully opened. - 3 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
filter for the air conditioning system. The air filter should be checked and cleaned periodically. You should also refrain from storing items under the bunk near the air handler and electrical components. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 39 -... -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
3) Check for heater diagnostic blink codes at the heater mode selection LED. 4) Make sure heater inlet in tool compartment is not blocked. 5) Make sure fuel and exhaust lines are not blocked. 6) Component service - 40 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth... - Page 41 1) Check starting battery voltage, if voltage is below 12-Volt (check at starter using voltmeter), power from starting charge starting batteries with external battery charger. batteries. 2) If starting battery voltage continues to discharge, replace starting batteries and/or service DC/DC charger. Kenworth Y53-1024 12/06 - 41 -...
- Page 42 Notes notes - 42 - Y53-1024 12/06 Kenworth...