Rheem P16 Series User Manual

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Diagnostics
DIAGNOSTICS
Service Analyzer Charts
COMPRESSOR OVERHEATING (cont.)
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK OR REMEDIES
Short cycling of
compressor (cont.)
Low charge Check system charge.
Low evaporator airfl ow Dirty coil
Dirty fi lter
Duct too small or restricted
Faulty run capacitor Replace.
Faulty internal overload Replace compressor.
Faulty Compressor
Valves
Fast equalization/Low pressure diff erence Replace compressor and examine system to
locate reason.
ELECTRICAL
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK OR REMEDIES
Voltage present on
load side of com-
pressor contactor
and compressor
won't run
Compressor start components Check start capacitor.
Check potential relay.
Run capacitor Check with ohmmeter
Internal overload Allow time to reset.
Compressor windings Check for correct ohms.
Voltage present on
line side of com-
pressor contactor
only
Thermostat Check for control voltage to contactor coil.
Compressor control circuit High-pressure switch
Low-pressure switch
Ambient thermostat
Solid-state protection control or internal thermal sensors
Compressor timed off /on control or interlock
No voltage on line
side of compressor
contactor
Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Check for short in wiring or unit.
Improper wiring Recheck wiring diagram.
Improper voltage High voltage Wrong unit
Power supply problem
Low voltage Wrong unit
Power supply problem
Wiring undersized
Loose connections
Single Phasing (3 phase) Check incoming power and fusing.
FLOODED STARTS
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK OR REMEDIES
Liquid in the com-
pressor shell
Faulty or missing crankcase heater Replace crankcase heater.
Too much liquid in
system
Incorrect piping Check piping guidelines.
Overcharge Check and adjust charge.

Rheem P16 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Rheem
Model	P16 Series
Category	Heat Pump
Language	English