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Johnson Controls YORK YVAM - User Manual

Johnson Controls YORK YVAM
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Form Number: 160.88-OM1 (823)
Supersedes: 160.88-OM1 (922)
Operation and Maintenance
Issue Date: 2023-08-24
YVAM with OptiView Control Center
Centrifugal Liquid Chiller with R-134a and R-1234ze
Refrigerant

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Johnson Controls YORK YVAM Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJohnson Controls
ModelYORK YVAM
CategoryChiller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Safety Guidelines

Safety Symbols

Explains symbols used in the document to alert readers to specific situations.

Wiring Warning

Warns about external wiring connections and their potential impact on warranty and damage.

Refrigerant Warning

Warns about handling pressurized refrigerant and qualified technician requirements.

Changeability of this Document

States that document information is subject to change without notice.

Conditioned Based Maintenance

Nomenclature

Defines system and compressor nomenclature through figures and descriptions.

General Chiller Information and Safety

Warranty

Outlines Johnson Controls' warranty terms for YVAM chillers, including limitations and conditions.

Certifications and Labels

Lists certifications and labels applicable to YVAM chillers.

Quality Assurance and Safety

Details standards and codes compliance for product design, testing, and certification.

Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases

Addresses fluorinated greenhouse gases and venting regulations.

Responsibility for Safety

Defines primary responsibilities for safe operation and maintenance of machinery.

About the Manual

Clarifies the manual's content as guidance and states Johnson Controls' rights.

Misuse of Equipment

Warns about potential hazards and necessary precautions for safe operation and maintenance.

Misuse of Equipment

Suitability for Application

Specifies the intended use of the unit and consequences of misuse or non-compliance.

Structural Support

Emphasizes the need for proper structural support to prevent injury or damage.

Mechanical Strength

Details the unit's design limitations regarding external loads and mounted components.

General Access

Highlights hazard areas and the importance of restricted access to qualified personnel.

Pressure Systems

Addresses hazards associated with pressurized refrigerant and the need for trained personnel.

Electrical Safety

Outlines essential electrical safety precautions for installation and maintenance.

Rotating Parts

Advises on safety measures related to rotating components like fans and guards.

Sharp Edges

Warns about sharp edges on components like condenser coils and frame rails.

Refrigerants and Glycol

Provides safety guidelines for handling refrigerants and selecting correct glycol concentrations.

System Fundamentals

System Components

Lists the main components of the YORK Model YVAM Centrifugal Liquid Chiller.

Compressor

Describes the compressor's single-stage centrifugal type, motor, and impeller design.

Motor

Details the compressor motor's hermetic design, high-speed capabilities, and bearing system.

Heat Exchangers

Describes the fabrication and internal enhancement of the evaporator heat exchanger tubes.

Evaporator

Details the evaporator's shell and tube design, refrigerant distribution, and safety features.

Condenser

Explains the condenser's microchannel design, fan speed control, and subcooling process.

Waterboxes

Describes the construction and features of the removable compact waterboxes.

Refrigerant Flow Control

Explains how refrigerant flow is controlled by the condenser drain valve and subcooling setpoint.

Variable Speed Compressor Drive

Describes the HYP model variable speed drive's function in controlling compressor speed for capacity.

UPS Power Panel

Explains the UPS power panel's function in providing backup power for essential loads during outages.

Optional Service Isolation Valves

Details the purpose and usage of optional service isolation valves for refrigerant isolation.

System Piping Wiring Diagrams

OptiView Control Center

Display Only

Describes read-only parameters displayed on the chiller operation screens.

Programmable

Explains that values can be changed by users after logging in with appropriate access levels.

Access Level

Details the three access levels (View, Operator, Service) and their permissions.

Change Setpoints

Describes how to modify setpoints when the access level is operator or higher.

Programming Setpoints

Provides a step-by-step procedure for programming setpoints on the OptiView Control Center.

Manual Controls

Mentions buttons for manual control of compressor speed or valve actuators, often restricted to service technicians.

Free Cursor

Explains the use of a soft key to enable cursor buttons for highlighting setpoint fields.

Navigation

Explains how navigation buttons are used to move between screens and access information.

Languages

States that screens can be displayed in various languages, selected on the User screen.

Analog Input Ranges

Details valid display ranges for analog input values in English and Metric formats.

OptiView Screens

Home Screen

Describes the home screen display, showing a visual representation of the chiller and animated liquid flow.

System Screen

Evaporator Screen

Condenser Screen

Compressor Screen

Magnetic Bearing Controller Screen

Magnetic Bearing Controller Details Screen

Surge Protection Screen

Variable Geometry Diffuser Screen

Power Panel Screen

Capacity Control Screen

VSD Screen

VSD Details Screen

VSD Cooling Screen

Motor Details Screen

Setpoints Screen

Remote Control Screen

Setup Screen

Schedule Screen

User Screen

Comms Screen

Printer Screen

Sales Order Screen

Operations Screen

History Screen

History Details Screen

Custom Screen

Custom Setup Screen

Trend Screen

Trend Setup Screen

Common Slots Screen

Master Slot Numbers List

Display Messages

Modified Run Messages

Lists run messages, such as VSD high input current limit and input pulldown limit.

System Startup Messages

Details messages displayed during system startup, like waiting for flow or MBC levitation.

Start Inhibit Messages

Lists messages indicating start inhibit conditions like line frequency or voltage not set.

HYP Compressor Drive Operation

HYP Compressor Drive Features

Details features of the HYP compressor drive, including ground fault detection and direct liquid cooling.

Smart Sensor System

Describes the Smart Sensor System for detecting rapidly rising temperatures and localized overheating.

Low Ambient Operation

Explains how low ambient temperatures inhibit chiller starting and the role of heaters.

YVAM HYP Compressor Drive Details for the 0490 B Amp Drive

Details components and power flow for the 0490B amp drive.

Harmonic Filter Benefits

Explains benefits of the HYP model drive's harmonic current filter for power factor and waveform.

HYP0730 C Compressor Drive Added Features

Low Ambient Operation

Explains the need for additional heating in the HYP0730C drive for low ambient start-up.

Electronic Signature Board

Describes the electronic signature board as an enhancement over smart sensors for problem detection.

HYP Compressor Drive and Chiller Operation

Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance

Outlines daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly maintenance requirements for YVAM chillers.

Electrical Isolation

Details steps for safely isolating electrical power and plant fluid flow before maintenance.

Renewal Parts

Directs users to Solution Navigator for required renewal parts.

Operating Inspections

Provides a guide for weekly, monthly, and semi-annual inspections of chiller components.

Annually

Lists annual checks for the evaporator, condenser, and compressor drive motor.

Checking the System for Leaks

Explains leak testing procedures for the refrigerant side of the system.

Leak Testing

Details leak testing methods, acceptable limits, and repair procedures for refrigerant systems.

Vapor Connection Locations

Shows connection locations for system service, evacuation, and charging.

System Pressure Test

Outlines the procedure for performing a system pressure test using refrigerant and dry nitrogen.

Conducting the Gas Pressure Hold Test

Details steps for monitoring system pressure over time and conducting a gas pressure hold test.

Conducting the Soap Visual Gas Leak Test

Provides instructions for conducting a soap visual gas leak test to detect leaks.

Conducting the Optional Trace Gas Leak Test

Explains how to perform a trace gas leak test using R-134a or R-1234ze.

System Evacuation

Details the process of evacuating the system, emphasizing power removal from VSD.

Vacuum Dehydration

Outlines a method for evacuating and dehydrating the system to remove moisture effectively.

Conducting the Dehydration Process

Step-by-step guide for conducting dehydration, including vacuum hold tests.

Conducting the Final Evacuation

Describes final evacuation steps after pressure testing and vessel dehydration.

Refrigerant Charging

Explains charging the system with refrigerant, ensuring vapor quality and preventing liquid freezing.

Checking and Trimming the Refrigerant Charge

Details how to verify and adjust refrigerant charge based on operational parameters and design values.

Compressor and Motor Maintenance

Covers maintenance checks for compressor drive motor, including winding resistance and electrical tests.

Electrical Tests of Motor Winding Resistance

Specifies electrical tests for motor winding resistance performed by a qualified service technician.

Evaporator Maintenance

Emphasizes maintaining evaporator shell cleanliness and water side of tubes.

Chemical Water Treatment

Advises on water treatment to prevent scale, corrosion, and prolong evaporator tube life.

Cleaning Evaporator Tubes

Discusses determining causes of performance issues and how fouled tubes affect capacity.

Tube Fouling

Explains types of tube fouling deposits like rust, sludge, and scale.

Tube Cleaning Procedures

Outlines main methods for cleaning tubes, including brush and acid cleaning.

Brush Cleaning of Tubes

Details the brush cleaning process for tubes fouled with dirt and sludge.

Acid Cleaning of Tubes

Describes acid cleaning for tubes fouled with hard scale deposits, emphasizing expert execution.

Commercial Acid Cleaning

Mentions specialized services for acid cleaning evaporators from commercial organizations.

Evaporator Tube Leaks

Discusses detection and prevention of refrigerant leaks into water circuits or vice versa.

Testing for Evaporator Tube Leaks

Provides steps to determine the exact location of evaporator tube leaks.

Condenser Maintenance

Highlights importance of maintaining condenser microchannel coils for heat transfer and warranty.

Cleaning Requirements of Microchannel Heat Exchangers

Outlines cleaning guidelines for MCHX to prevent damage and maintain performance.

Cleaning Standard and Environment Guard Microchannel Coils

Details the cleaning procedure for Standard and Environment Guard microchannel coils.

Cleaning Environment Guard Premium Microchannel Coils

Describes the cleaning procedure for Environment Guard Premium microchannel coils.

Applying Touch-ups to Small Sections of Finned Coil Surface on Microchannel Coils

Instructions for using touch-up paint on finned coil surfaces.

Applying Touch-ups to End Tubes or Condenser Coil Headers on Microchannel Coils

Guide for applying urethane mastic touch-ups to end tubes or headers.

Electrical Controls

Recommends annual checks for tight electrical connections and secure connectors.

Unit Heater Operation Verification

Explains how to verify operation of various heaters protecting against low ambient temperatures.

Testing Evaporator Waterbox Heaters WBH1 and WBH2

Details the procedure for testing evaporator waterbox heaters.

Testing Evaporator Shell Heaters EVH1 and EVH2

Details the procedure for testing evaporator shell heaters.

Testing Heat Trace for Drive Coolant HT1 and HT2

Outlines testing procedures for drive coolant heat trace elements HT1 and HT2.

Testing the VGD Actuator Heater Mat

Describes how to test the VGD actuator heater mat by measuring current.

Testing the MBC Heater Mat

Details testing procedures for the MBC heater mat.

Testing the Drive Internal Heater

Explains how to test the drive's internal heater by measuring current and adjusting temperature.

Testing the OptiView Control Panel Heater

Describes testing the OptiView Control Panel heater by measuring current and adjusting thermostat.

Testing the OptiView Control Panel Cooler

Explains how to test the OptiView panel cooler by adjusting its thermostat knob.

Testing UPS Panel Heating for the YVAM Mod A

States UPS panel heating relies on chiller coolant and testing involves manual pump operation.

Automatic Battery Health Test During Shutdown

Details performing a battery health test via the Power Panel screen to monitor battery voltage under load.

OptiView Data Collection

Acceptable Printers

Lists acceptable printers and guidelines for using unlisted printers with RS-232 serial interface.

Printer Connections

Details how to connect printers to the Control Center Microboard, specifying cable and connector requirements.

Setting Up the Printer

Outlines printer configuration steps, including DIP switch settings for OKI Data OKIPOS 441.

Brecknell

Provides specifications for Brecknell CP130 printers and their connection details.

Control Center Setup

Covers chiller ID assignment and printer setup configuration via the Comms screen.

Printer Type

Sets the printer type to Weigh-Tronix using the Printer screen.

Automatic Data Logging

Configures automatic status reports printing at specified intervals and start times.

Automatic Status Reporting

Configures automatic status reports printing at specified intervals and start times.

Downloading System Prints to a Laptop

Provides instructions for establishing communication between the Control Panel and a laptop for downloading reports.

Serial Data Logging

Explains how data values are transmitted serially at defined intervals for logging.

Data Logging to an SD Card

Describes automatic data capture initiated by the installed SD card for viewing and analysis.

Example OptiView Reports

Unit Conversion

Temperature Conversion

Explains how to convert temperature values between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

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