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Goodman RT6100004R13 User Manual

Goodman RT6100004R13
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This manual is to be used by qualified, professionally trained HVAC
technicians only. Goodman does not assume any responsibility for
property damage or personal injury due to improper service
procedures or services performed by an unqualified person.
Split System Air Conditioners,
Split System Heat Pumps
with R-22 Refrigerant
Blowers, Coils, & Accessories
Service Instructions
Copyright © 2005 - 2009 Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P.
RT6100004r13
May 2009

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Goodman RT6100004R13 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGoodman
ModelRT6100004R13
CategoryAir Conditioner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS

Understand safety symbols, words, and labels for safe operation and installation.

SAFE REFRIGERANT HANDLING

Essential guidelines for the safe handling of refrigerants, emphasizing precautions and procedures.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Split System Air Conditioners R-22

Model numbers and descriptions for R-22 Split System Air Conditioners.

Split System Heat Pumps R-22

Model numbers and descriptions for R-22 Split System Heat Pumps.

Single Piece Air Handlers

Model numbers and descriptions for Single Piece Air Handlers.

MBR/MBE Air Handlers

Model numbers and descriptions for MBR/MBE Air Handler units.

Evaporator Coils

Model numbers and descriptions for Evaporator Coil units.

ACCESSORIES

EXPANSION VALVE KITS

Detailed information and diagrams for Expansion Valve Kits.

COIL ACCESSORIES

Lists various accessories compatible with different coil models.

HKR SERIES ELECTRIC HEAT KITS

Electric heat kits designed for MBR & MBE blower applications.

PRODUCT DESIGN

CONDENSING UNIT

Description of the operation, components, and design of the condensing unit.

COILS AND BLOWER COILS

Description of coils and blower coils, covering their design and operation.

SYSTEM OPERATION

COOLING OPERATION

Explanation of the cooling cycle, refrigerant flow, and component functions.

HEATING OPERATION

Explanation of the heating cycle, reversing valve, and component functions.

DEFROST CYCLE

Explanation of the defrost cycle operation in heat pump units.

AFE18-60A CONTROL BOARD

Description and function of the AFE18-60A control board for heat pump applications.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

COOLING/HP ANALYSIS CHART

A comprehensive chart for diagnosing cooling and heat pump issues with causes and remedies.

SERVICING

Checking Voltage

Procedure to check voltage at various unit terminals using a voltmeter.

Checking Wiring

Visual inspection and continuity testing of unit wiring for faults.

Checking Thermostat, Wiring & Anticipator

Steps to verify thermostat, wiring, and anticipator function.

Checking Transformer & Control Circuit

Procedure to test the step-down transformer and control circuit.

Checking Cycle Protector

How to test the solid-state delay-on make after break time delay relay.

Checking Contactor &/or Relays

Procedures for testing compressor contactors and other relay holding coils.

Checking Fan Relay Contacts

Testing the contacts of cooling and heating fan relays.

COPELAND COMFORT ALERT™ DIAGNOSTICS

Diagnostics for the Comfort Alert system using LED indicators and fault codes.

CHECKING LOSS OF CHARGE PROTECTOR

Procedure to check the loss of charge protector for proper operation.

CHECKING CAPACITOR

Methods for testing run and start capacitors for continuity and capacitance.

CHECKING FAN AND BLOWER MOTOR WINDINGS (PSC MOTORS)

Testing PSC motor windings for continuity and ground faults.

CHECKING FAN AND BLOWER MOTOR (ECM MOTORS)

Troubleshooting steps for ECM motors, including voltage and signal checks.

Troubleshooting Chart for ECM Variable Speed Air Circulator Blower Motors

A chart to diagnose common issues with ECM blower motors.

DIPSWITCH FUNCTIONS

Explanation of dipswitch functions on the MBE air handler motor control.

GE X13TM MOTORS

Checking the operation and components of GE X13TM motors.

CHECKING COMPRESSOR

Safety warnings and procedures for checking compressor electrical terminals.

RESISTANCE TEST

Procedure to test compressor windings for resistance.

CHECKING REVERSING VALVE AND SOLENOID

Steps to check the reversing valve and solenoid for proper operation.

TESTING DEFROST CONTROL

Procedure to test the defrost control board for proper sequencing.

Heating Operation

Detailed explanation of the heating operation for heat pump units.

Defrost Operation

Explanation of the defrost cycle operation for heat pump units.

AEP* & MBE WITH SINGLE STAGE CONDENSERS

Sequence of operation for AEP* & MBE units with single stage condensers.

AEP* & MBE WITH SINGLE STAGE HEAT PUMPS

Sequence of operation for AEP* & MBE units with single stage heat pumps.

REFRIGERATION REPAIR PRACTICE

General practices for repairing refrigeration systems.

LEAK TESTING

Methods for leak testing refrigeration systems using nitrogen.

EVACUATION

Procedures for properly evacuating air and moisture from the system.

CHARGING

Guidelines for charging the system with refrigerant, including warnings.

SYSTEM SUPERHEAT

Information on measuring and understanding system superheat.

CHECKING COMPRESSOR EFFICIENCY

How to check compressor efficiency by analyzing performance test results.

THERMOSTATIC EXPANSION VALVE

Explanation of the function and operation of thermostatic expansion valves.

OVERFEEDING

Symptoms and checks for overfeeding by the expansion valve.

UNDERFEEDING

Symptoms and checks for underfeeding by the expansion valve.

CHECKING SUBCOOLING

Procedure to measure and understand refrigerant subcooling.

CHECKING EXPANSION VALVE OPERATION

Steps to test the operation of expansion valves.

CAPILLARY TUBES/RESTRICTOR ORIFICES

Explanation and checks for capillary tubes and restrictor orifices.

CHECKING RESTRICTED LIQUID LINE

How to identify and rectify a restricted liquid line.

OVERCHARGE OF REFRIGERANT

Identifying and correcting issues related to refrigerant overcharge.

NON-CONDENSABLES

Identifying and removing non-condensables from the system.

COMPRESSOR BURNOUT

Identifying compressor burnout and the steps for cleanup.

REFRIGERANT PIPING

Guidelines for refrigerant piping, including length and tube sizing.

DUCT STATIC PRESSURES AND/OR STATIC PRESSURE DROP ACROSS COILS

Understanding duct static pressure and its impact on system performance.

AIR HANDLER EXTERNAL STATIC

Procedure to measure air handler external static pressure for proper airflow.

COIL STATIC PRESSURE DROP

How to measure static pressure drop across coils.

ACCESSORIES WIRING DIAGRAMS

ALL FUEL SYSTEM AFE18-60A CONTROL BOARD

Wiring diagram for the AFE18-60A control board.

10kw and Below, One Stage Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for one-stage electric heat with OT/EHR18-60.

15kw and Above, Two Stage Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for two-stage electric heat with OT/EHR18-60.

Typical Wiring Schematic ADPF, ARPF, ARUF with Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for air handlers with electric heat.

Typical Wiring Schematic MBR Blower with Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for MBR blower with electric heat.

Typical Wiring Schematic AEPF with Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for AEPF units with electric heat.

Typical Wiring Schematic ASPF****16A* with Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for ASPF air handlers with electric heat.

Typical Wiring Schematic ASPF****16B* with Electric Heat

Wiring schematic for ASPF air handlers with electric heat.

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