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Marvair AVPA60 User Manual

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Classic Heat Pump
Installation & Operation Manual
Vertical Wall-Mount Heat Pumps
MODELS AVPA 24-30-36-42-48-60, HVPA 24-30-36-42-49-60 & HVPSA36-42-49-60
(Includes units with the GreenWheel
®
ERV and Hot Gas Reheat)
Model AVPA36
P/N 81025 4/2012 rev. 4
Manufactured By:
Marvair
®
Division of AIRXCEL
®
, Inc.
P.O. Box 400 • Cordele, Georgia 31010
156 Seedling Drive • Cordele, Georgia 31015
(229) 273-3636 • Fax (229) 273-5154
E-mail: marvairtech@airxcel.com • Internet: www.marvair.com
The most current version of this manual can be found at www.marvair.com.

Table of Contents

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Marvair AVPA60 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMarvair
ModelAVPA60
CategoryHeat Pump
LanguageEnglish

Summary

How To Use This Manual

Important Safety Precautions

Key safety guidelines and warnings for installation and operation.

Classic Heat Pump Description and Specifications

1.1 General Description

Overview of Marvair Classic heat pumps, capacities, features, and certifications.

1.2 Air Flow, Weights and Filter Sizes

Details on air flow rates, unit weights, and filter dimensions for various models.

1.3 General Operation

Explains the refrigerant cycle, heating mode, and two-stage compressor operation.

Ventilation Options

Describes various fresh air intake configurations and their features.

GreenWheel® ERV Operation

Details on the GreenWheel® ERV system for energy recovery and ventilation.

GreenCube ERV Ventilation

Information on the GreenCube ERV system, an enthalpy plate heat exchanger.

Hot Gas Reheat (HGR) Dehumidification Mode

Explains the HGR mode for humidity control without overcooling.

Economizer Operation - Cooling Cycle

How the economizer system uses outside air for cooling when conditions are suitable.

1.4 Standard Controls- PC Board

Description of the PC board's functions and operation for controlling the unit.

Lockout Protection

System protection features for high pressure and loss of charge faults.

Delay on Break / Loss of Charge (LPS) By-Pass Timer

Timers for compressor protection against short cycling and loss of charge.

User Selectable Settings

Overview of user-adjustable settings on the PC board via potentiometers.

Damper Relay / Defrost Mode

Control of motorized dampers and initiation of defrost cycles.

Test Mode / Internal Head Pressure Control

Troubleshooting mode and internal head pressure control for low ambient operation.

High Pressure Switch (HPS) / Loss of Charge Switch (LPS)

Operation and set points for high pressure and loss of charge safety switches.

Status LED Blink Codes / Board Inputs

Explanation of LED fault indicators and terminal input functions.

1.5 Options

Details on optional features like low ambient control and hard start kits.

Low Ambient Control / Hard Start Kit / Adjustable Outdoor Thermostat

Specifics on low ambient operation, compressor starting, and thermostat control.

EMS / Electric Reheat / HGR / Economizer Operation

Integration of EMS, electric reheat, HGR, and economizer functions.

Mixed Air Sensor

Description of the mixed air sensor and its role in economizer control.

Installation

2.1 Equipment Inspection

Procedures for inspecting the unit for damage upon receipt and general checks.

2.2 Installation Requirements

Site considerations including noise, drainage, placement, airflow, clearances, and codes.

2.3 Installation Materials

Lists standard kit components and optional accessories for installation.

2.4 Porting and Duct Work

Guidelines for wall openings, airflow requirements, and ductwork installation.

2.5 Fresh Air Hood

Instructions for adjusting the fresh air intake hood for ventilation.

2.6 Bottom Bracket Installation

Steps for installing the bottom support bracket for unit mounting.

2.7 Mounting the Unit

Detailed steps for physically mounting the heat pump unit to the wall structure.

2.8 Electrical Connections

Safety warnings and procedures for making high and low voltage electrical connections.

Low Voltage Wiring

Instructions for routing and connecting low voltage wiring to the thermostat.

Start-Up

3.1 Check-out of Cooling Cycle

Procedure for verifying correct operation of the cooling cycle.

3.2 Check-Out of Heating Cycle

Procedure for verifying correct operation of the heating cycle.

3.3 Discharge Air Temperature Adjustment of Modulating Hot Gas Reheat (HGR) Valve

How to adjust discharge air temperature for HGR units using a potentiometer.

3.4 Ventilation System Set-Up

Steps for setting up manual and motorized fresh air dampers.

GreenWheel® ERV / GreenCube ERV Ventilation

Setting correct airflow for ERV systems using balometers.

Troubleshooting

4.1 Overview

Introduction to troubleshooting, emphasizing installation errors and systematic approach.

4.2 Failure Symptoms Guide

Guide linking symptoms to likely causes and corrections for unit operation issues.

4.3 Compressor Troubleshooting

Procedures for diagnosing compressor issues, including electrical tests.

4.4 Electric Heat Controls

Explanation of electric heater controls, thermal cut-outs, and safety devices.

Electrical Schematics

5.1 Electrical Schematics

Introduction to electrical schematics and general notes on unit wiring.

Scheduled Maintenance

Air Filter / Indoor Coil

Instructions for replacing air filters and cleaning the indoor evaporator coil.

Outdoor Coil / Cabinet / Drains

Maintenance procedures for the outdoor coil, cabinet, and condensate drains.

Lubrication

Note on lubrication requirements for fan motors.

Warranty Information

7.1 Limited Product Warranty

Details of the Marvair limited product warranty terms and conditions.

Exploded Views and Parts Lists

Appendix A: Installation Instructions for Field Installed Electric Heat

Instructions for installing electric heat kits in the field.

Duct Work

General information and requirements for ductwork installation.

Heater installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the electric heater assembly.

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