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Danfoss R134a User Manual

Danfoss R134a
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Danfoss scroll compressors
SM SY SZ
R22 - R407C - R134a - R404A - R507A - R513A - 50 - 60 Hz
Application guidelines
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Danfoss R134a Specifications

General IconGeneral
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant TypeHFC
Global Warming Potential (GWP)1430
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)0
ApplicationAir Conditioning, Refrigeration
Critical Temperature101.1 °C (214 °F)
Critical Pressure4.059 MPa

Summary

Compressor model designation

Nomenclature

Explains the structure and meaning of the compressor model names.

Danfoss scroll compression principle

Features

Technical specifications

50 Hz data

Provides detailed technical specifications for compressors operating at 50 Hz.

60 Hz data

Provides detailed technical specifications for compressors operating at 60 Hz.

Rating conditions

Specifies the standard conditions under which compressor performance is rated.

Dimensions

SM/SZ 084-090-100-110-120

Detailed dimensional drawings for SM/SZ 084 to 120 compressor models.

SM 112-124-SM/SZ147*

Dimensional drawings for SM 112-124 and SM/SZ147 compressors.

SM/SZ 147 code 3

Dimensional drawings for SM/SZ 147 compressors with code 3.

SM/SZ 148-161

Dimensional drawings for SM/SZ 148 and 161 compressor models.

SM/SZ 175-185 & SY185

Dimensional drawings for SM/SZ 175-185 and SY185 compressors.

SM/SZ 185 P, X, Y version

Dimensional drawings for SM/SZ 185 P, X, Y version compressors.

SY 240-300-380

Dimensional drawings for SY 240, 300, and 380 compressor models.

Connection details

Details on suction, discharge, oil, and other connections for various models.

Electrical data, connections and wiring

Motor voltage

Information on available motor voltages and voltage ranges for compressors.

Wiring connections

Guidance on electrical connections and terminal box configurations for models.

Three phase electrical characteristics

Electrical data including LRA, MCC, MMT, and winding resistance.

Motor protection

Describes the different motor protection methods used for various compressor models.

Phase sequence and reverse rotation protection

Explains protection against incorrect phase sequence and reverse rotation.

Voltage unbalance

Discusses the effects of voltage unbalance and its calculation.

Danfoss MCI soft-start controller

Details on the MCI soft-start controller for reducing starting current.

General wiring information

General guidelines for safe and reliable compressor wiring practices.

Approval and certifications

Approvals and certificates

Lists the various approvals and certifications the compressors comply with.

Pressure equipment directive 2014/68/EU

Details compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive.

Low voltage directive 2014/35/EU

Details compliance with the Low Voltage Directive.

Machines directives 2006/42/EC

Details compliance with the Machines Directive.

Internal free volume

Provides the internal free volume for different compressor models.

Operating conditions

Refrigerant and lubricants

Information on choosing refrigerants and lubricants for compressor applications.

Motor supply and ambient conditions

Guidelines for motor supply, ambient temperature, and their effects.

Application envelopes at dew temperatures

Defines operating limits for dew point temperatures for various refrigerants.

Application envelopes for specific refrigerants

Shows operating limits for R134a and R513A across different compressor models.

Application envelopes for R404A, R507A, and R407C

Details operating limits for R404A, R507A, and R407C applications.

Application envelopes at mean temperatures for R407C

Illustrates operating limits for R407C based on mean temperatures.

Dew and Mean temperature examples for SZ 084-185

Provides example operating envelopes for dew and mean temperatures.

Discharge and pressure protection

Covers discharge temp, MOP, HP/LP safety switches, and relief valves.

Low pressure and cycle rate limits

Details low pressure switch settings and compressor cycle rate limitations.

System design recommendations

General recommendations

Importance of correct compressor selection for system performance and reliability.

Piping design considerations

Best practices for suction and discharge line piping to ensure oil return.

Heat exchangers

Considerations for evaporator and condenser design for efficiency.

Refrigerant charge limit

Guidelines for limiting refrigerant charge to protect compressor service life.

Off-cycle migration and floodback

Discusses refrigerant migration and liquid floodback prevention strategies.

Suction accumulator

Explains the role and design considerations of suction accumulators.

Specific application recommendations

Low ambient operations

Recommendations for start-up, operations, and head pressure control in cold conditions.

Low load operations

Guidelines for running compressors at minimum load to ensure oil return and cooling.

Brazed plate heat exchangers

Specific considerations for systems using brazed plate heat exchangers.

Electronic expansion valve

Requirements for using electronic expansion valves with compressors.

Reversible heat pump systems

Precautions for ensuring compressor life in reversible heat pump applications.

Discharge temperature thermostat

Importance and setting of discharge gas thermostats for protection.

Discharge line, reversing valve, solenoid valves

Recommendations for discharge line components and their impact on pressure.

Defrost and reverse cycle

Considerations for compressor behavior during defrost and reverse cycles.

Suction line accumulator

Recommendation for suction line accumulators in reversible cycles.

Water utilizing systems

Precautions regarding water in refrigeration circuits, including freezing and corrosion.

Sound and vibration management

Sound level characteristics

Details on starting, running, and stopping sound levels for compressors.

Sound generation sources

Breakdown of sound sources in refrigeration systems: radiation, vibration, pulsation.

Compressor sound radiation

Methods to reduce airborne sound transmission from compressors.

Mechanical vibrations

Techniques for controlling structural vibrations using isolators and mounting.

Gas pulsation

Managing gas pulsation in air conditioning systems and heat pumps.

Installation

Compressor handling and storage

Safe procedures for lifting, handling, and storing compressors.

Compressor mounting

Guidelines for properly mounting compressors using grommets and bolts.

Compressor holding charge

Information on the nitrogen holding charge and its release before installation.

System cleanliness

Importance of maintaining system cleanliness to ensure performance and reliability.

Tubing and connections

Requirements for clean, dehydrated copper tubing and proper connections.

Brazing and soldering

Recommended procedures and materials for brazing compressor connections.

Compressor connection

Specific instructions for brazing compressor fittings to avoid overheating.

System pressure test

Guidelines for performing pressure tests using inert gases.

Leak detection

Methods for leak detection and pressure test limits.

Vacuum evacuation and moisture removal

Procedures for dehydrating the system to remove moisture.

Filter driers

Selection criteria and recommendations for filter drier types.

Refrigerant charging

Procedures for initial refrigerant charge and commissioning.

Insulation resistance and dielectric strength

Requirements for insulation resistance and dielectric strength testing.

Commissioning

Monitoring compressor operation after initial start-up for proper characteristics.

Oil level checking and top-up

Procedures for checking and topping up compressor oil levels.

Ordering information & packaging

Packaging details

Information on single and industrial pack dimensions and quantities.

Ordering information for single and industrial packs

How to order Danfoss scroll compressors in various pack configurations.

SM-SY Single compressor ordering codes

Model codes for single SM/SY compressors by connection and motor protection.

SM-SY Industrial compressor ordering codes

Model codes for industrial pack SM/SY compressors by connection and motor protection.

SZ Single compressor ordering codes

Model codes for single SZ compressors by connection and motor protection.

SZ Industrial compressor ordering codes

Model codes for industrial pack SZ compressors by connection and motor protection.

Accessories

Solder sleeve and Rotolock adaptors

Various adaptors for connecting tubing to rotolock connections.

Gaskets and Solder sleeves

Sealing gaskets and solder sleeve types for compressor connections.

Rotolock nuts and service valves

Rotolock nuts and service valve sets for specific applications.

Soft start equipment and sump heaters

Electronic soft start kits and surface sump heaters for compressor protection.

Discharge temperature protection and mounting hardware

Discharge thermostat kits and mounting hardware for compressor installation.

Acoustic hoods and motor protection modules

Acoustic hoods for noise reduction and motor protection modules.

Terminal boxes, Lubricant, and Miscellaneous

Various accessories including terminal boxes, lubricants, and sight glasses.

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