Hydro-Temp VVV - Basic Trouble Shooting Chart for the Hydro-Temp System

Installation Manual 5.1.2
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15.0 Basic Trouble Shooting Chart For The Hydro-Temp System
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Water around base of
1. Water leak.
1. Find and repair leak.
unit
2. Condensate from water coil or
accumulator.
2. Insulate these items.
3. Condensation pan not draining.
3. Check for algae. Blow out
restriction in condensate pipe.
4. Air coil freezing.
4. Check for dirty air filter or
restriction in ductwork
Noisy operation
1. Normal after recharging unit.
1. Initial operation after recharging
may be noisy as refrigerant separates
from oil.
2. Defective fan motor.
2. Repair or replace motor.
3. Defective compressor mounts.
3. Replace mounts.
4. Defective compressor (internal
damage).
4. Replace compressor.
5. Refrigerant line vibrating.
5. Reposition and secure.
6. Loose blower wheel.
6. Realign and tighten.
7. Foreign material in blower housing.
7. Clean housing.
8. Duct work leaking or loose duct
(causing a whistle noise)
8. Repair and secure duct work
properly
9. Excessive water pressure on well,
(thumping noise).
10. Duct work Vibrating
9. Install 25 lbs. Pressure reducer on
well water supply line.
10. Install flex connectors on supply
and return duct.
Low air flow
1. System running in low speed.
1. No Action needed. This is normal
operation.
2. Leaks in duct work.
2. Repair duct work.
3. Dampers and/or registers closed.
3. Open dampers and/or registers.
4. Obstruction in system.
4. Remove obstruction.
5. Clogged filters.
5. Clean or replace filters.
6. Dirty air coil.
6. Clean air coil.