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Thermo King RD-II SR 30 User Manual

Thermo King RD-II SR 30
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RD-II SR
TK 41131-1-MM (Rev. 04/03)
Copyright
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1996 Thermo King Corp., Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A.
Printed in U.S.A.

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Thermo King RD-II SR 30 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelRD-II SR 30
Power SourceElectric
RefrigerantR-404A
Power SupplyDC
Compressor TypeReciprocating

Summary

Recover Refrigerant

Unit Description

General Description

Overview of the RD-II SR's features and design for transport temperature control.

µP-T Control System

Components of the microprocessor-based control system managing unit functions.

Microprocessor Power Switch

Description and location of the switch that powers the microprocessor.

Optional Electric Standby

Details the electric standby option for Model 50 units.

UNIT PROTECTION DEVICES

Lists safety devices and fuses that protect the unit's operation.

UNIT OPERATION

Procedures for operating the unit, including pre-trip checks.

Starting Unit (Full Unit Self Check)

Procedure for performing a complete unit checkout before loading.

Selection of Operating Modes

Guidelines for selecting CYCLE-SENTRY or Continuous Run modes.

Specifications

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Technical details of the TK 3.95 engine, including oil, rpm, and pressure.

BELT TENSION

Specifications for adjusting belt tension on various components.

R-134A REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Specifications for the R-134a system, including charge and settings.

R-404A REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Specifications for the R-404A system, including charge and settings.

ENGINE CLUTCH—HILLIARD

Specifications for the Hilliard engine clutch engagement and torque.

ELECTRICAL CONTROL SYSTEM

Details of the unit's electrical control system components and voltage.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Data on current draw and resistance for various electrical components.

Electrical Standby (Model 50 Unit Only)

Specifications for electric motors and heaters in Model 50 standby.

STANDBY POWER REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for supply circuit breakers and extension cords.

AIR SWITCH

Setting specification for the air switch.

Remote Control Panel Features

KEYPAD

Description of the touch-sensitive keys on the remote panel.

DISPLAY

Explanation of the remote control panel's display segments and icons.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Procedure for starting the unit's engine via the remote control panel.

INITIATING A MANUAL DEFROST CYCLE

How to manually start a defrost cycle using the remote panel.

CHECKING THE SOFTWARE REVISION

Procedure to display the unit's software revision number.

VIEWING PROMPT and DISPLAY SCREENS

How to navigate and view different operational screens on the display.

VIEWING and CLEARING ALARM CODES

Steps to view and clear alarm codes displayed on the remote panel.

µP-T ALARMS

Details on alarm types, codes, and how alarms are indicated on the µP-T system.

µP-T UNIT SELF CHECK TEST

Guide to performing the unit's self-check for operational capability.

Safety Precautions

GENERAL PRACTICES

Essential safety guidelines for handling the unit and its components.

AUTO START/STOP

Warning about the unit's automatic start/stop functionality and precautions.

REFRIGERANT

Information on environmental impact and safe handling of refrigerants.

First Aid

General first aid procedures for exposure to refrigerants and oils.

REFRIGERATION OIL First Aid

Specific first aid instructions for contact with refrigeration oil.

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

Precautions and first aid for high and low voltage electrical systems.

Low Voltage

Safety considerations for low voltage circuits and potential burn hazards.

µP-T MICROPROCESSOR CAUTIONS

Precautions for servicing units with µP-T microprocessors, including ESD.

Electrical Maintenance

SERVICE PRECAUTIONS

General precautions before performing electrical maintenance.

ALTERNATOR WITH INTEGRAL REGULATOR

Notes on compatibility and replacement of alternators with integral regulators.

Charging System Diagnostic Procedures

Step-by-step guide to diagnose charging system issues before component replacement.

EXCESSIVE VOLTAGE OUTPUT

Troubleshooting high voltage output from the charging system.

BATTERY

Inspection and maintenance of the unit's battery.

UNIT WIRING

Inspection of unit wiring and harnesses for damage or wear.

ELECTRICAL CONTACTS

Inspection of relay contacts for pitting or corrosion.

CHARGING SYSTEM (12 VDC)

Procedure for checking the 12 VDC charging system after start-up.

PREHEAT BUZZER

Function of the preheat buzzer module.

RPM SENSOR

Description and function of the RPM sensor.

Testing the RPM Sensor

Procedure for testing the RPM sensor's AC voltage output.

GLOW PLUGS

Information on glow plug function and testing for defects.

CONDENSER/EVAPORATOR FAN ROTATION (Electric Standby Operation)

Checking fan rotation during electric standby operation.

Defrost Air Switch Checkout and Adjustment

Procedure for testing and adjusting the defrost air switch.

Air Switch

Calibration procedure for the air switch.

HIGH CAPACITY THERMAX™ HEATING SYSTEM

Explanation of the TherMax™ heating system's function and operation.

Engine Maintenance

ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM

Details the engine's pressure lubrication system and oil specifications.

Oil Filter Change

Procedure for replacing the engine oil filter.

CRANKCASE BREATHER

Function and inspection of the crankcase breather system.

ENGINE AIR CLEANER

Maintenance procedures for oil bath and dry type air cleaners.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Description of the closed, circulating cooling system and its components.

Checking the antifreeze

Method for checking antifreeze concentration and type.

Changing the Antifreeze

Step-by-step procedure for draining and refilling the engine coolant.

Antifreeze Maintenance Procedure

Guidelines for periodic inspection and replacement of antifreeze.

Bleeding Cooling System

Procedure for purging air from the cooling system after filling.

Engine Thermostat

Recommended thermostat for optimal engine operation.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

Overview of the high-pressure fuel system and its components.

Bleeding the Fuel System

Procedure for removing air from the fuel system after running out of fuel or repairs.

Water in the Fuel System

Consequences of water in fuel and periodic draining recommendations.

Fuel Filter Replacement

Steps for removing and installing the fuel filter.

ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP

Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the electric fuel pump.

Injection Pump Adjustments

Procedures for adjusting engine speed and injection pump timing.

Timing the Injection Pump to the Engine

Detailed steps for timing the injection pump to the engine.

Timing Individual Cylinder Injection

Procedure for checking individual cylinder timing when the engine runs poorly.

ADJUST ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE

Instructions for adjusting valve clearance to proper engine operation.

FUEL LIMIT SCREW

Information on the fuel limit screw and CARB regulations.

Engine Mounts for RD-II SR Unit

Description of the engine mounting system components.

RD-II Idler Assembly

Exploded view and parts list for the idler assembly.

AUTO START/STOP

Cautionary notes regarding the unit's automatic start/stop feature.

Engine/Compressor/Jackshaft /Belt Tension/ Adjustments

Procedures for setting belt tensions on various drive components.

Compressor/Evaporator/Alternator and Alternator/ Evaporator Fan Belts

Instructions for adjusting belt tension on multiple fan and belt configurations.

Integral Fuel Solenoid

Location and function of the integral fuel stop solenoid.

TK 3.95 ENGINE

Overview of the TK 3.95 engine operation and fuel solenoid control.

Engine Speed Adjustments

Procedures for adjusting low and high engine speeds.

Refrigeration Maintenance

SYSTEM EVACUATION

Description of the evacuation station and its components.

Evacuation is Important and is Critical to System Performance!

Explanation of why system evacuation is crucial for performance and longevity.

Set Up and Test of Evacuation Equipment

Procedure for setting up and testing evacuation equipment for leaks and performance.

LEAK

Method for identifying and locating leaks in the refrigeration system.

MOISTURE

Indication of system moisture and the need for additional dehydration.

Unit Evacuation

Step-by-step guide to evacuating the refrigeration unit to a low micron level.

Unit Charging

Procedure for charging the refrigeration system with refrigerant.

Remove Evacuation Hoses

Steps for safely removing evacuation hoses after charging.

REFRIGERANT LEAKS

Methods for detecting refrigerant leaks in the system.

REFRIGERANT CHARGE

Procedures for testing the refrigerant charge level in both empty and loaded boxes.

CHECKING COMPRESSOR OIL

Procedure for checking compressor oil level under various ambient temperatures.

HIGH PRESSURE CUTOUT

Description and testing of the high pressure cutout switch.

COMPRESSOR PUMP DOWN AND CHECKOUT

Procedure for pumping down the compressor and checking system pressure.

THREE-WAY VALVE CONDENSER PRESSURE BYPASS CHECK VALVE

Description of the three-way valve's bypass check valve function.

Refrigeration Service Operations

ACCUMULATOR

Procedures for removing and installing the accumulator.

COMPRESSOR

Procedures for removing and installing the compressor.

CONDENSER/RADIATOR COIL

Procedures for removing and installing the condenser/radiator coil.

LIQUID LINE CHECK VALVE REPLACEMENT

Procedures for replacing the liquid line check valve.

DEHYDRATOR (FILTER-DRIER)

Procedures for removing and installing the dehydrator (filter-drier).

EVAPORATOR COIL

Procedures for removing and installing the evaporator coil.

EXPANSION VALVE ASSEMBLY

Procedures for removing and installing the expansion valve assembly.

HEAT EXCHANGER

Procedures for removing and installing the heat exchanger.

HIGH PRESSURE CUTOUT SWITCH

Procedures for removing and installing the high pressure cutout switch.

HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

Procedures for removing and installing the high pressure relief valve.

PILOT SOLENOID

Procedures for removing and installing the pilot solenoid.

PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE

Procedures for removing and installing the pressure regulator valve.

RECEIVER TANK

Procedures for removing and installing the receiver tank.

THREE-WAY VALVE CONDENSER PRESSURE BYPASS CHECK VALVE REPAIR

Procedure for repairing the three-way valve's bypass check valve.

THREE-WAY VALVE REPAIR

Procedure for repairing the three-way valve.

R-134a and R-404A

Information on refrigerants R-134a and R-404A used in the industry.

Unit Identification

Methods for identifying units charged with R-134a and R-404A.

Availability

Information on the availability of refrigerants R-134a and R-404A.

EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE WITH R-134a AND R-404A

Recommended equipment and precautions for using R-134a and R-404A.

System Clean-up

Procedures for cleaning equipment to prevent refrigerant contamination.

Refrigerant Recovery

Information on adapting systems for R-134a and R-404A refrigerant recovery.

Oil Filter Maintenance

Maintenance schedule for the bypass oil filter on X426 compressors.

Refrigerant Recovery System—THE COLLECTOR

Description of Thermo King's refrigerant recovery system.

THROTTLING VALVE

Procedures for removing, repairing, and installing the throttling valve.

Hilliard Clutch Maintenance

CLUTCH MAINTENANCE

Inspection and maintenance schedule for the clutch assembly.

Tools Required

List of tools needed for clutch maintenance.

Grease

Specification for the grease used in clutch assembly.

Clutch Disassembly

Steps for disassembling the clutch assembly.

Housing Removal

Procedure for removing the clutch housing.

Bearing Removal

Procedure for removing bearings from the clutch hub.

Clutch Assembly

Procedure for reassembling the clutch assembly.

Bearing Race Insertion

Procedure for installing bearing races into the clutch hub.

Structural Maintenance

UNIT AND ENGINE MOUNTING BOLTS

Procedure for periodically checking and tightening unit and engine mounting bolts.

UNIT INSPECTION

Guidelines for inspecting the unit for loose wires, leaks, or damage.

EVAPORATOR COIL

Procedure for cleaning the evaporator coil.

CONDENSER COIL

Procedure for cleaning the condenser coil.

FAN LOCATION

Instructions for positioning the fan and hub assembly for optimal performance.

DEFROST DAMPER

Checking and adjusting the defrost damper for proper air flow control.

JACKSHAFT ASSEMBLY

Procedures for disassembling and reassembling the jackshaft assembly.

FANSHAFT ASSEMBLY

Overview of the fanshaft assembly and checks for oil leakage.

Fanshaft Assembly Overhaul

Detailed steps for disassembling and overhauling the fanshaft assembly.

Installing Oil Seal

Procedure for installing a new oil seal in the retainer cap.

Shims and O-ring

Information on shims and O-rings for the shaft assembly.

Torquing Retainer Plate Bolts

Procedure for torquing retainer plate bolts.

Checking End Play

Procedure for checking and adjusting shaft end play.

Fan Shaft Assembly

Description of the fan shaft assembly components and lubrication.

RD-II SR IDLER PULLEY SEAL INSTALLATION

Procedure for installing the idler pulley seal assembly.

Mechanical Diagnosis

Unit switch ON—nothing happens

Troubleshooting when the unit switch is ON but nothing occurs.

Unit switch ON—indicator lights come on but engine does not crank

Diagnosing issues when indicators are on but the engine won't crank.

Engine cranks but FAILS to start

Troubleshooting steps when the engine cranks but fails to start.

Engine stops after starting

Possible causes and remedies when the engine stops after starting.

Engine does not reach full power

Diagnosing low engine power issues, including fuel and air restrictions.

Engine is sooting heavily, emits thick black clouds of smoke (excessive fuel to air ratio)

Troubleshooting excessive smoke due to rich fuel-air mixture.

Engine knocks

Diagnosing engine knocking sounds and their causes.

Engine runs hot

Troubleshooting for an overheating engine.

Oil pressure too low or drops suddenly

Diagnosing issues with low or suddenly dropping oil pressure.

High oil consumption

Identifying and addressing causes of high oil consumption.

Blue Smoke (oil consumption)

Troubleshooting blue smoke, indicating oil consumption.

White Smoke (fuel is not burning)

Diagnosing white smoke, indicating unburnt fuel.

Battery is not recharging

Troubleshooting battery recharging issues in the electric standby system.

Electric Standby (Optional) Diagnosis

Unit switch ON—indicator lights do not come on

Troubleshooting when unit indicators do not light up.

Unit switch ON—indicator lights come on but electric motor does not run

Diagnosing why the electric motor doesn't run despite indicators being on.

Electric motor hums but does not run

Troubleshooting electric motor humming without running.

Contact chatter

Diagnosing contact chatter issues in the electric standby system.

Contact welding or freezing

Troubleshooting contact welding or freezing in the system.

Electric heaters do not heat—(optional) indicator lights come on

Diagnosing why electric heaters are not heating despite indicator lights.

Battery is not recharging

Troubleshooting battery recharging issues in the electric standby system.

Refrigeration Diagnosis

Rapid cycling between cool and heat

Diagnosing rapid cycling between cooling and heating modes.

Unit cools in heat and defrost cycle

Troubleshooting when the unit cools during heat or defrost cycles.

Unit heats in refrigeration cycle

Diagnosing when the unit heats during refrigeration cycles.

High head pressure

Identifying causes of high head pressure in the refrigeration system.

Low head pressure

Diagnosing symptoms of low head pressure.

No head pressure

Troubleshooting scenarios with no head pressure.

High suction pressure

Diagnosing issues related to high suction pressure.

Low suction pressure

Identifying causes of low suction pressure.

No suction pressure

Troubleshooting scenarios with no suction pressure.

Unit operating in a vacuum

Diagnosing unit operation under vacuum conditions.

Receiver sight glass empty

Interpreting an empty receiver sight glass.

Suction line frosting back

Diagnosing suction line frosting and its causes.

Unable to pump down system

Troubleshooting inability to pump down the refrigeration system.

Unable to pull vacuum in low side

Diagnosing failure to pull vacuum in the low side.

Unable to hold vacuum in low side

Troubleshooting inability to hold vacuum in the low side.

Noisy compressor

Diagnosing causes of a noisy compressor.

Unit not refrigerating

Troubleshooting general refrigeration failure.

Unit not heating or defrosting

Diagnosing failure of heating or defrost functions.

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