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McQuay PEH050

McQuay PEH050
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SINGLE COMPRESSOR CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS
PEH/PHH
050,063,079,087,100,126
13600 Industrial Park Blvd.. P.O. Box 1551, Minneapolis, MN 55440
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McQuay PEH050 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcQuay
ModelPEH050
CategoryChiller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operation Overview

Operator Responsibilities

Operator must be familiar with equipment, controls, and log keeping for efficient operation.

Nomenclature

Explains unit identifying numbers and component nameplates for inquiries and service.

Protective Controls

Guardistor Motor Protection

Describes the system for positive protection against motor overheating using thermistors.

Surgegard

Explains the system that senses surge conditions and stops the compressor to prevent damage.

Safety Control Reset

Explains how safety controls lock out automatically and require manual reset after faults are corrected.

Control Center Components

Temperature Section

Contains the control module and thermostats with adjustments accessible through the panel door.

Relay Section

Houses operating and safety relays, and wiring terminal strips; relays are plug-in type for easy service.

Switch Section

Includes pressure gauges, indicator lights, reset button, and ON/OFF switch on the front panel.

Control Module

Details the solid-state module for temperature and current limit control with auxiliary features.

Capacity Control System

Vane Operation

Explains how inlet vane movement, controlled by oil flow, positions for capacity control.

Metering Valves

Describes adjustable needle valves controlling vane speed for system operating requirements.

Oil System

Oil Pump

Details the oil pump assembly for lubrication, heat removal, and hydraulic operation of vanes.

Oil Coolers

Explains the function of oil coolers in maintaining proper oil temperature under operating conditions.

Operating the Chiller

Preliminary Checks Before Starting

Lists routine checks to ensure all components are ready for chiller operation.

Hot Gas Bypass

Describes the hot gas bypass system used in PHH chillers for light cooling loads.

Maintenance Procedures

Routine Maintenance

Covers lubrication, changing oil filters, and refrigerant cycle log maintenance.

Refrigerant Cycle

Discusses maintaining operating condition logs and proper oil/refrigerant charge.

Electrical System

Details checks for compressor current draw, oil heaters, safety controls, and motor resistance.

Cleaning and Preserving

Emphasizes preventing dirt issues through regular maintenance of filters and strainers.

Seasonal Servicing

Outlines procedures for annual shutdown and annual startup to prepare for seasonal operation.

Repair of System

Pumping Down

Step-by-step instructions for safely pumping down the system to avoid freezing damage.

Leak Testing

Procedures for checking the system for leaks after refrigerant loss using dry nitrogen.

Evacuation

Describes the process of evacuating the system to remove non-condensables using a vacuum pump.

Refrigerant Charging

Refrigerant Charging Procedure

Details the process for charging refrigerant, including precautions for clean, dry lines.

Pressure Relief Valve Replacement

Explains the procedure for replacing faulty relief valves in condenser designs.

Adjustments and Calibration

Current Limit Calibration

Procedure for setting the current limit to 100% amperes for maximum compressor motor current.

Temperature Calibration

Steps to calibrate the control module's temperature setting for accurate water temperature control.

Ramp-Up Calibration

Explains how to calibrate ramp-up functions for controlled compressor loading at startup.

Pulse Rate Calibration

Details setting the pulse rate for controlling vane speed to maintain stable operation.

Current Transformer

Describes the function of the current transformer in generating a voltage signal for motor current.

Vane Speed Adjustment

Describes adjusting needle valves to control the rate of oil bleed-off for vane positioning speed.

Troubleshooting Guide

Motor Temperature Issues

Lists causes and corrective actions for motor temperature issues indicated on the control panel.

Oil Pressure Issues

Provides troubleshooting for oil pressure related faults indicated on the control panel.

Oil Temperature Issues

Lists causes and corrective actions for oil temperature issues indicated on the control panel.

Low Pressure Issues

Outlines troubleshooting for low pressure faults indicated on the control panel.

Discharge Temperature Issues

Lists causes and corrective actions for discharge temperature problems.

Discharge Pressure Issues

Provides troubleshooting for discharge pressure related issues.

External Failure Faults

Explains causes and actions for the external failure light on the control panel.

Compressor Not Running

Troubleshooting steps when the compressor fails to start.

Load Recycle Issues

Lists causes and corrective actions for load recycle issues.

Surgegard Issues

Provides troubleshooting steps for surgegard related problems.

Compressor Starter Overload Tripped

Lists causes and corrective actions when the compressor starter overload trips.

Compressor Hunting

Identifies potential causes and solutions for compressor hunting issues.

Compressor Will Not Load

Provides troubleshooting steps for when the compressor fails to load properly.

Compressor Will Not Unload

Outlines actions to take when the compressor fails to unload as expected.

Cannot Reset Control Circuit

Explains how to troubleshoot and reset the control circuit when it cannot be reset.

McQuay Service Programs

Comprehensive Maintenance Plan

Details the benefits of McQuay's maintenance plan covering inspections and emergency service.

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