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Tecumseh AEA4440YXA - User Manual

Tecumseh AEA4440YXA
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American Refrigeration Supplies Inc.
Wholesale Distribution
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Table of Contents

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Summary

General Service Safety Precautions

II. Trained Personnel Only

Ensures only qualified individuals perform servicing. Emphasizes necessary knowledge and training.

III. Terminal Venting and Electrocution

Safety measures to prevent electrocution and burns from terminal venting.

B. Terminal Venting and Electrocution Precautions

Provides safety measures against electrocution and burns.

General Service Safety Precautions (Cont.)

IV. Refrigerants and Other Chemicals

Details potential injuries from refrigerants and chemicals and protective measures.

V. Compressor Removal

Outlines safety precautions for safely removing a compressor from a system.

VI. System Flushing, Purging, and Pressure Testing for Leaks

Safety procedures for flushing, purging, and pressure testing refrigeration systems.

General Service Safety Precautions (Cont.)

VIII. Prevention of Water-Utilizing System Explosions

Addresses risks and prevention of explosions in water-utilizing refrigeration systems.

C. Service Procedures

Outlines steps to identify and prevent water-related explosions.

General Service Safety Precautions (Cont.)

IX. Start Capacitor Overheating

Discusses the risks and causes of start capacitor overheating.

X. System Evacuation

Provides procedures and warnings for system evacuation.

Chapter 2: Model and Application Information

I. Compressor Model Number Codes

Explains the coding system for Tecumseh compressor model numbers.

Chapter 2: Model and Application Information (Cont.)

II. Condensing Unit Model Number Codes

Details the coding system for condensing unit model numbers.

Chapter 2: Model and Application Information (Cont.)

III. Serial Label Information

Provides information on how to read and interpret compressor serial labels.

Chapter 2: Model and Application Information (Cont.)

IV. Basic Application Information for Hermetic Compressors

Basic application guidelines for hermetic compressors.

A. Evaporator Temperatures

Explains the impact of evaporator temperature on compressor performance.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information

I. Single Phase Compressor Motor Types

Describes the four general types of single-phase compressor motors.

A. Resistance Start-Induction Run (RSIR)

Describes the RSIR motor type and its applications.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

C. Capacitor Start and Run (CSR)

Explains the CSR motor type with start and run capacitors.

D. Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC)

Covers PSC motors, which use run capacitors only.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

II. PSC Motor Starting

Details the starting characteristics and conditions affecting PSC motors.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

III. Hermetic Compressor Thermal Protectors

Explains the function and types of hermetic compressor thermal protectors.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

A. Internal Thermal Protectors

Details internal thermal protectors and their applications.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

B. “AN” Wiring on Typical 230;200 Volt System with Electronic Protection Module

Wiring details for AN compressors with electronic protection.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

IV. Compressor Motor Starting Relays

Discusses the types and functions of compressor motor starting relays.

A. Current Type Relay

Explains the operation of current-type starting relays.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

V. Selecting Capacitors

Guidelines for selecting and substituting start and run capacitors.

C. Run Capacitors

Information on run capacitors, including safety and sizing.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

VI. Identification of Terminal Pins

Illustrates common terminal pin arrangements on compressors.

Chapter 3: Compressor Motor and Component Information (Cont.)

VII. Fuse and Circuit Breaker Sizing

Provides guidance on sizing fuses and circuit breakers for compressors.

Chapter 4: Servicing

I. Introduction

Overview of the chapter on identifying and correcting compressor problems.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

II. Servicing or Troubleshooting Water-Utilizing Systems: Preventing Explosions

Addresses risks and prevention of explosions in water-utilizing refrigeration systems.

C. Service Procedures

Outlines steps to identify and prevent water-related explosions.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

III. Troubleshooting Chart

A chart linking compressor complaints to possible causes and responses.

Complaint A: Compressor will not start-no hum

Lists causes and responses for a non-starting compressor with no hum.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

B Compressor will not start-hums but trips on thermal protector

Troubleshooting for compressors that hum but trip the thermal protector.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

D Compressor starts and runs, but short cycles on thermal protector

Troubleshooting short-cycling compressors due to thermal protector trips.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

F Unit operates long or continuously

Troubleshooting for units that run too long or continuously.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

H Suction line frosted or sweating

Troubleshooting frosted or sweating suction lines.

Chapter 4: Servicing (Cont.)

K System rattles or vibrates during operation

Diagnosing and resolving compressor rattling or vibration issues.

IV. Identifying Compressor Electrical Problems

A. Checking for a Ground Fault (a Short to Ground)

Procedure to check for ground faults using megohmmeter or Hi-Pot.

IV. Identifying Compressor Electrical Problems (Cont.)

B. Checking for Continuity and Proper Resistance

Steps to check motor winding continuity and resistance.

IV. Identifying Compressor Electrical Problems (Cont.)

C. Checking For Other Electrical Problems in Single Phase Motors

Locating procedures for checking single-phase motor components.

V. Checking for Adequate Compressor Pumping

VI. Is Your Compressor Eligible for Return Under Warranty?

Determines compressor eligibility for return under warranty.

A. Check the Compressor for Electrical Problems

Verifies electrical integrity before warranty claims.

Chapter 5: Installation and Replacement Information

I. Compressor Tube Connections

Details standard discharge tubing arrangements for Tecumseh compressors.

Chapter 5: Installation and Replacement Information (Cont.)

II. Refrigerant Line Sizes

Provides guidance on selecting refrigerant line sizes.

A. R-12 and R-22 Refrigerant Line Sizes for Remote Systems Commercial Refrigeration

Details line sizing for R-12 and R-22 in commercial refrigeration.

Chapter 5: Installation and Replacement Information (Cont.)

Chapter 5: Installation and Replacement Information (Cont.)

III. Refrigerant Line Pressure Drops

Charts for determining refrigerant line pressure drops for various refrigerants.

Chapter 5: Installation and Replacement Information (Cont.)

IV. Refrigerant Line Velocities

Charts for determining refrigerant line velocities for various refrigerants.

Chapter 5: Installation and Replacement Information (Cont.)

VI. Processing the System

Details the procedure for preparing a refrigeration system for operation.

VII. System Cleanup and Compressor Replacement After Compressor Failure

A. Determine Extent of System Contamination

Guidelines to assess system contamination after compressor failure.

VII. System Cleanup and Compressor Replacement After Compressor Failure (Cont.)

C. Evacuate the System

Procedures for evacuating the system to remove moisture and contaminants.

VIII. Replacing Compressors in Water-Utilizing Systems: Preventing Explosions

Chapter 6: Operation

I. Control of Liquid Migration to the Compressor During Shutdown

Explains liquid refrigerant migration to the compressor during shutdown.

A. Liquid Refrigerant Mitigation to Compressor During Shutdown

Explains liquid refrigerant migration and its effects during shutdown.

Chapter 6: Operation (Cont.)

B. Crankcase Heater Prevents Liquid Migration

How crankcase heaters prevent liquid refrigerant migration to the compressor.

Chapter 6: Operation (Cont.)

II. Crankcase Heaters

Discusses the types and functions of crankcase heaters.

Chapter 6: Operation (Cont.)

III. Starting a System with Liquid Refrigerant in the Compressor

Guidelines for starting a system with liquid refrigerant in the compressor.

Chapter 6: Operation (Cont.)

IV. Control of Liquid Refrigerant Floodback to the Compressor During Operation

Addresses liquid refrigerant floodback and its control during operation.

Chapter 6: Operation (Cont.)

V. Accumulator Selection

Provides guidance on selecting the proper size of suction accumulators.

Chapter 6: Operation (Cont.)

VI. Internal Pressure Relief Valves

Explains the function and application of internal pressure relief valves.

Appendix

I. The Basic Refrigeration Cycle

Explains the fundamental principles of mechanical refrigeration.

Appendix (Cont.)

II. Example of a Tecumseh Hermetic Compressor

Provides an internal view and description of a typical hermetic compressor.

Appendix (Cont.)

III. Capillary Tube Sizing

Provides suggested capillary tube data for refrigeration applications.

A. Suggested Capillary Tube Data for Domestic and Commercial Refrigeration Applications

Provides capillary tube sizing data for various applications.

Appendix (Cont.)

B. Suggested Capillary Tube Data for Air Conditioning (R-22) Applications

Capillary tube sizing data specific to R-22 AC applications.

Appendix (Cont.)

IV. Approved Hermetic Compressor Oils

Lists approved and alternate compressor oils for various refrigerants.

Tecumseh AEA4440YXA Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTecumseh
ModelAEA4440YXA
CategoryCompressor
LanguageEnglish