OM 1130-2 85
POSSIBLE CORRECTIVE STEPS
Compressor
Loses Oil
8. Lack of refrigerant.
9. Velocit
y in risers too low (A-C only).
10. Oil trapped in line.
1. Check for leaks and repair. Add
refrigerant.
2. Check riser sizes.
3. Check pitch of lines and refrigerant
Motor Overload
Relays or Circuit
Breakers Open
1. Low voltage during high load conditions.
2. Defecti
ve or grounded wiring in motor or
power circuits.
3. Loose power wiring.
4. High condensing temperature.
5. Power l
ine fault causing unbalanced
voltage.
6. High ambi
ent temperature around the
overload relay
1. Check supply voltage for excessive line
drop.
2. Replace compressor-motor.
3. Check a
ll connections and tighten.
4. See corrective steps for high discharge
pressure.
5. Check Supply voltage. Notify power
company. Do not start until fault is
corrected.
6. Provide ventilation to reduce heat.
Thermal Switch
1. Operating beyond design conditions.
2. Discharge valve partially shut.
4. Add facilities so that conditions are within
allowable limits.
Freeze Protection
Opens
1. Thermostat set too low.
2. Low water flow.
3. Reset to 42°F (6°C) or above.
4. Adjust flow.
5. See “Low Suction Pressure.”