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Bryant R-22 User Manual

Bryant R-22
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS.....................................................1
INTRODUCTION..........................................................................2
INSTALLATION GUIDELINE ....................................................2
Residential New Construction..................................................2
Add-On Replacement (Retrofit)...............................................2
Seacoast (For Air Conditioners Only) .....................................2
ACCESSORY DESCRIPTIONS...................................................2
Compressor Crankcase Heater..................................................2
Evaporator Freeze Thermostat..................................................2
Winter Start Control .................................................................2
Compressor Start Assist—PTC ................................................2
Compressor Start Assist Capacitor/Relay ................................2
Low-Ambient Controller ..........................................................2
MotorMaster™ Control ............................................................2
Low-Ambient Pressure Switch.................................................2
Wind Baffle...............................................................................3
Coastal Filter.............................................................................3
Support Feet..............................................................................3
Liquid-Line Solenoid Valve.....................................................3
Thermostatic-Expansion Valve.................................................3
Isolation Relay ..........................................................................3
LOW-AMBIENT GUIDELINE.....................................................3
LONG-LINE GUIDELINE............................................................3
Approved Systems ....................................................................3
Interconnecting Tubing Sizing .................................................3
Metering Device Sizing............................................................6
Liquid-Line Solenoid And Tubing Configuration...................7
Charging Information................................................................8
2–Speed Applications ...............................................................8
UNIT IDENTIFICATION .............................................................8
Product Number Stamped on Unit-Rating Plate......................8
Serial Number Identification ....................................................9
CABINET.....................................................................................10
Remove Top Cover—Before 1/1/92 ......................................10
Remove Fan-Motor Assembly—Before 1/1/92.....................10
Information Plate—Reliant Products......................................10
Control-Box Cover—Cube Products......................................10
Remove Top Cover— After 1/1/92 .......................................10
Remove Fan-Motor Assembly—After 1/1/92........................11
ELECTRICAL..............................................................................12
Aluminum Wire ......................................................................12
Contactors................................................................................13
Capacitors................................................................................14
Cycle Protector........................................................................15
Crankcase Heater ....................................................................16
Time-Delay Relay...................................................................16
Pressure Switches....................................................................17
Defrost Thermostats................................................................18
Defrost-Control Board ............................................................18
Fan Motors..............................................................................21
Service Alarm Control Board.................................................21
Outdoor Thermostat(s)............................................................22
Compressor Plug.....................................................................24
Low-Voltage Terminals..........................................................25
RECIPROCATING COMPRESSOR ..........................................25
Mechanical Failures................................................................25
Electrical Failures ...................................................................26
System Cleanup After Burnout ..............................................27
Compressor Removal And Replacement ...............................27
COPELAND SCROLL COMPRESSOR ....................................28
Features ...................................................................................28
Troubleshooting ......................................................................28
Discharge Thermostat.............................................................28
Discharge Solenoid Valve ......................................................28
MILLENNIUM SCROLL COMPRESSOR................................29
Features ...................................................................................29
Compressor Protection............................................................29
Troubleshooting ......................................................................29
Scroll Compressor, 3–Phase Monitor.....................................29
TWO-SPEED SYSTEM ..............................................................29
Cautions and Warnings...........................................................29
System Functions....................................................................29
Factory Defaults......................................................................33
Major Components..................................................................33
LED Function/Malfunction Lights.........................................34
Troubleshooting ......................................................................34
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM .....................................................35
Refrigeration Cycle.................................................................35
Leak Detection........................................................................35
Brazing ....................................................................................37
Service Valves ........................................................................38
Check-Flo-Rater™ (Bypass-Type) Heat Pumps Only...........39
Reversing Valve......................................................................39
Thermostatic-Expansion Valves (TXV).................................40
Thermostatic-Expansion Valve (Bi-Flow TXV)....................41
Coil Removal ..........................................................................41
Liquid-Line Strainer (Heat Pumps Only) ..............................41
Accumulator............................................................................43
Contaminant Removal ............................................................43
System Charging.....................................................................43
Checking Charge.....................................................................43
CARE AND MAINTENANCE...................................................45
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Service and repair of these units should be attempted only by
trained service technicians familiar with Bryant standard service
instructions and training manual.
All equipment should be installed in accordance with accepted
practices and unit Installation Instructions, and in compliance with
all national and local codes.
Power should be turned off when servicing or repairing electrical
components. Extreme caution should be observed when trouble-
shooting electrical components with power on. Observe all warn-
ing notices posted on equipment.
Application Guide and
Service Manual
AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS
USING R-22 REFRIGERANT
Cancels: AP01-3, SM01,02-4 SM01,02-5
10-00
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Bryant R-22 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBryant
ModelR-22
CategoryAir Conditioner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Considerations and Introduction

Safety Considerations

General safety guidelines and warnings for handling refrigerants and electrical components.

Installation Guidelines

Residential New Construction Installation

Specifications and requirements for installing units in new residential construction.

Add-On Replacement (Retrofit) Installation

Guidelines for replacing existing units, including specific steps for retrofitting.

Low-Ambient Guideline

Low-Ambient Guideline

Guideline for operating units in cooling mode at ambient temperatures below 55°F.

Long-Line Guideline

Long-Line Guideline

Guideline for systems with piping requirements greater than 50 ft or indoor unit above outdoor unit.

Charging Information

Charging Information

Methods for weighing and confirming refrigerant charge for piston and TXV applications.

2-Speed Applications

2-Speed Applications

Handling 2-speed units in long-line applications and key differences from single-speed units.

Electrical Components and Troubleshooting

Defrost-Control Board

Troubleshooting and operation of defrost control boards used on heat pumps.

Reciprocating Compressor

Mechanical Failures

Discussion of mechanical issues like locked rotor, pump failure, and noise in compressors.

Locked Rotor Failure

Diagnosis and causes of locked rotor current and compressor failure.

Runs, Does Not Pump

Troubleshooting for compressors that run but do not pump refrigerant due to internal issues.

Runs, Does Not Pump (High-to-Low Side Leak)

Identifying compressors that run but do not pump due to a high-to-low side leak.

Runs and Pumps, Low Capacity

Troubleshooting low capacity issues in compressors, potentially due to valve damage.

Electrical Failures

Diagnosing electrical problems that prevent the compressor motor from running.

Single-Phase Motor Terminal Identification

How to identify C, S, and R terminals on single-phase compressor motors.

Ground Circuit Troubleshooting

Procedure to check for wires shorted to ground in the compressor motor.

Short Circuit Troubleshooting

Testing for short circuits within compressor motor windings.

System Cleanup After Burnout

Steps for cleaning the system after a severe compressor burnout.

Compressor Removal and Replacement

Procedure for safely removing and replacing a failed compressor unit.

Scroll Compressor Types

Scroll Compressor Troubleshooting

General troubleshooting advice for scroll compressors, with specific warnings.

Millennium Scroll Compressor Troubleshooting

General troubleshooting for scroll compressors, with specific warnings about pumping into vacuum.

Two-Speed System Operation

Two-Speed System Cautions and Warnings

Important safety precautions and installation requirements for 2-speed units.

Two-Speed System Functions

Overview of system functions including cooling, heating, and LED indicators.

Two-Speed Defrost Function

How the 2-speed control manages defrost initiation and termination based on time and temperature.

Two-Speed Troubleshooting

General troubleshooting steps for 2-speed systems, including compressor winding checks.

Compressor Winding Check

Procedures for checking compressor windings for open, ground, or short circuits.

Control Board Failure and Refrigeration System

Control Board Failure

How to diagnose and troubleshoot control board failures using LED codes and system reset.

Refrigeration System Overview

Explanation of the refrigeration cycle in cooling and heat pump systems.

Refrigeration Cycle

Detailed description of the refrigerant flow in cooling and heat pump cycles.

Leak Detection

Methods for detecting refrigerant leaks using leak detectors and visual inspection.

Brazing and Service Valves

Service Valves

Description, types, and proper handling of service valves in the refrigeration system.

Metering Devices and Reversing Valve

Reversing Valve

Troubleshooting and replacement of the reversing valve used in heat pumps for mode changeover.

Thermostatic-Expansion Valves (TXV)

Types of TXVs used in systems, including RPB and HSO, and their superheat settings.

Bi-Flow TXV

Operation of the bi-flow TXV in heat pump systems, including cooling, heating, and defrost modes.

Accumulator and Contaminant Removal

Contaminant Removal

Methods for evacuating systems, including deep-vacuum and triple-evacuation techniques.

System Charging

Guidelines for correct system charging for normal operation and component reliability.

Checking Charge

Methods for fine-tuning system charge using superheat or subcooling.

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance

Essential maintenance for high performance and to minimize equipment malfunction.

Air Conditioner Troubleshooting Chart

Air Conditioner Troubleshooting Chart

Diagram to help diagnose and solve cooling problems in air conditioners.

Heat Pump Troubleshooting (Cooling Cycle)

Heat Pump Troubleshooting (Cooling Cycle)

Diagram to help diagnose and solve cooling problems in heat pumps.

Heat Pump Troubleshooting (Heating Cycle)

Heat Pump Troubleshooting (Heating Cycle)

Diagram to help diagnose and solve heating problems in heat pumps.

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