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McQuay PFS 155C

McQuay PFS 155C
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Operation and Maintenance Manual OM 135
Group: Chiller
Part Number: 629956Y
Effective: November 1997
Supersedes: None
© 1997 McQuay International
PFS 155C through 315C
Operation and Maintenance Manual
50 and 60 Hertz
Refrigerant R-22 and Refrigerant R-410A

Questions and Answers:

McQuay PFS 155C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcQuay
ModelPFS 155C
CategoryChiller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Unit Layout and Principles of Operation

Control Center

MicroTech control panel with microprocessor, monitoring, and control functions.

Sequence of Operation

Describes the typical operation sequence for McQuay models PFSXXXC screw water chillers.

Alarm

Explains the alarm light and how it indicates fault conditions on the control panel.

Start-up

Outlines the sequence and conditions for initiating chiller operation.

Shutdown

Details the process and conditions for stopping chiller operation.

Start-up and Shutdown Procedures

Pre Start-up

Step-by-step guide for checks and preparations before unit startup.

Start-up

Procedures for initiating the chiller's operational sequence.

Temporary Shutdown

Procedures for brief interruptions in chiller operation.

Extended Shutdown

Procedures for longer periods of inactivity.

System Maintenance

General

General checks for sightglasses, pressures, and refrigerant status.

Lubrication System

Information about the chiller's lubrication system.

Compressor Maintenance

Details on maintaining the compressor, including vibration checks.

Electrical Terminals

Instructions for checking and tightening electrical terminals.

Refrigerant Sightglass

Guidance on observing and interpreting refrigerant sightglasses.

Lead-Lag

Explanation of how compressors alternate lead-lag operation.

Crankcase Heaters

Function and pre-start requirements for crankcase heaters.

Service

Compressor Solenoids

Describes the solenoids controlling compressor capacity and their status.

Filter-Dryers

Guidelines for changing filter-dryers based on pressure drop or moisture.

Pump-down

Procedures for pumping down the unit before servicing.

Electronic Expansion Valve

Details on the function and maintenance of the electronic expansion valve.

Refrigerant Charging

Recommendations for charging refrigerant, sensitivity to under/overcharging.

Safety Controls

Covers Liquid Presence Sensor, High Condenser Pressure Control, Mechanical High Pressure Safety Control, Compressor Motor Protection.

PhaseVoltage Monitor

Protection against electrical issues like phase loss or reversal.

Controls, Settings, and Functions

200 Series MicroTech Control Panel

Overview of the MicroTech control panel, its functions, and features.

Control Panel Layout

Diagram showing the major component locations on the control panel.

Microprocessor Control Board (MCB1)

Description of the MCB1, its role in monitoring and control.

Status LEDs

Explains the function of the status LEDs on the model 280 controller.

InputOutput Boards

Description of the Digital Output Board and ADI Board.

Analog and Signal Boards

Description of AOX Board and Signal Converter Board.

Guardistor Board and Transformers

Covers Guardistor Board monitoring and Power Transformers.

Keypad Display Operation

Explains how to navigate and use the keypad and display.

Keypad Navigation and Actions

Describes keys for Status, Control, Alarm, Switch functions.

Menu Navigation and Setpoint Changes

Details on navigating menus and changing setpoints.

Password and Display Settings

Covers password entry, quick access, and display format.

MicroTech Menu Reference

Menu 1, Unit Status

Displays current operating conditions and status of the unit.

Menu 2, Comp#1 Status

Shows status, amps, hours, and temperatures for Compressor 1.

Menu 3, Comp#2 Status

Shows status, amps, hours, and temperatures for Compressor 2.

Menu 4, Water TempsFlow

Displays water temperatures and flow rates for evaporator and condenser.

Menu 5, Refrig TempsPress

Shows refrigerant temperatures and pressures for system monitoring.

Menu 6, Tower Status

Displays current status of cooling tower operation.

Control Menu Descriptions

Menu 7, Control Mode

Allows selection of operational modes like Manual Off, Automatic, Manual Enable, Service Testing.

Menu 8, Lvg Evap Spts

Configuration of leaving evaporator setpoint sources and reset options.

Menu 9, Stage Limiting

Settings for demand limiting, signal inputs, and soft loading.

Menu 10, Set TimeDate

Allows setting the current time and date for the system.

Menu 11, Schedule

Configuration of daily schedules, overrides, and network schedules.

Menu 12, Holiday Date

Entry of holiday dates to modify the operating schedule.

Menu 13, Timers

Configuration of various timers like Start-Start, Evap Recirc, Stop-Start.

Menu 14, Cooling Tower

Settings for cooling tower control, stages, and differentials.

Menu 15, Clg Tower Valve

Configuration of cooling tower valve control, setpoints, and limits.

Menu 16, Alarm Setpoints

Configuration of alarm setpoints for pressure and temperature.

Menu 17, Setpoint Options

Options for EXV, timers, hot gas bypass, and pumpdown settings.

Alarm Menus Description

Menu 20, Comp 1 CurrAlarm

Displays current alarms for Compressor 1.

Menu 21, Comp2 CurrAlarm

Displays current alarms for Compressor 2.

Menu 22, Comp1 Alarm Log

Logs historical alarm data for Compressor 1.

Menu 23, Comp2 Alarm Log

Logs historical alarm data for Compressor 2.

Menu 24, Message Board

Displays system messages.

Troubleshooting Chart

Compressor Problems

Lists causes and corrective steps for compressor issues.

Pressure Problems

Lists causes and corrective steps for pressure-related issues.

Maintenance Schedules

COMPRESSOR

Maintenance schedule for the compressor, including performance, motor, and lubrication.

CONTROLS

Maintenance schedule for operating and protective controls.

WATER-COOLED CONDENSER

Maintenance schedule for the water-cooled condenser.

EVAPORATOR

Maintenance schedule for the evaporator.

EXPANSION VALVES

Maintenance schedule for expansion valves.

COMPRESSOR - CHILLER UNIT

Maintenance for the compressor-chiller unit, including leak tests.

STARTERS

Maintenance schedule for starters, including contactors and connections.

OPTIONAL CONTROLS

Maintenance schedule for optional controls.

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