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Trane Technologies Axiom VSH - User Manual

Trane Technologies Axiom VSH
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Water Source Heat Pump
Axiom™ Variable Speed - VSH/VSV
24 to 60 MBtuh - 60 Hz
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
March 2020
WSHP-SVX13G-EN
Model Numbers: VSHE024 VSVE024
VSHE033 VSVE033
VSHE042 VSVE042
VSHE050 VSVE050
VSHE060 VSVE060
SAFETY WARNING
Only qualified personnel should install and service the equipment. The installation, starting up, and servicing of
heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment can be hazardous and requires specific knowledge and training.
Improperly installed, adjusted or altered equipment by an unqualified person could result in death or serious injury.
When working on the equipment, observe all precautions in the literature and on the tags, stickers, and labels that are
attached to the equipment.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • C
    christopher67Aug 9, 2025
    What to do if high pressure switch open in Trane Technologies Axiom VSH Heat Pump?
    • D
      Douglas ZavalaAug 9, 2025
      If the high pressure switch on your Trane Technologies Heat Pump is open, it could be due to several reasons. First, ensure there's adequate water flow to the unit by increasing it. If the water is too hot, decrease the temperature. Check and clean the blower and coil to ensure adequate airflow. Clean or replace the dirty filter. If the system is overcharged with refrigerant, decrease the charge. Finally, the pressure switch itself might be defective and needs to be checked or replaced.
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    Mr. Blake MitchellAug 13, 2025
    What to do if low pressure switch open in Trane Technologies Axiom VSH?
    • A
      Aaron KellyAug 13, 2025
      If the low pressure switch on your Trane Technologies Heat Pump is open, several factors could be the cause. Ensure adequate water flow by increasing GPM. If the water is too cold, increase the temperature. Make sure there is adequate airflow by increasing CFM. Also, check and clean or replace the dirty filter. If the system is undercharged with refrigerant, increase the charge. The pressure switch itself might be defective and needs replacement. Finally, if the heat transfer fluid is too cold, raise the water temperature.
  • E
    ericbrownAug 18, 2025
    Why blower runs but compressor does not in Trane Technologies Axiom VSH?
    • P
      Philip VillanuevaAug 19, 2025
      If your Trane Technologies Heat Pump's blower runs but the compressor doesn't, several issues could be the cause. First, check and correct the supply voltage if it's too low. Defective windings may require replacement. Limit switches might be open, so check the cause and replace or repair them. A zone sensor error could also be the problem, so check the cause and replace or repair it. Lastly, a compressor drive error could be the cause, requiring you to check the cause and replace or repair it.
  • K
    katie48Aug 23, 2025
    Why low suction pressure in Trane Technologies Heat Pump?
    • J
      Jill HarrisonAug 23, 2025
      If your Trane Technologies Heat Pump shows low suction pressure, it might be caused by a few things. It could be undercharged, so locate the leak, repair it, and recharge the system. A restricted thermal expansion valve could also be the culprit, so repair or replace it. Check for inadequate airflow by cleaning the blower and coil. A dirty filter can also cause this, so clean or replace it. Finally, make sure there's adequate GPM.
  • J
    jcraigAug 28, 2025
    What to do if no response to any zone sensor setting in Trane Technologies Axiom VSH?
    • S
      schmidtchadAug 28, 2025
      If your Trane Technologies Heat Pump isn't responding to any zone sensor settings, several issues could be the cause. Check the fuses for main power. A defective control transformer may need replacement. Repair any broken or loose connections. If the zone sensor is defective, replace it. Finally, try resetting the transformer.
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    mark66Nov 3, 2025
    Why is my Trane Technologies Axiom VSH insufficient capacity?
    • B
      Brandon CoxNov 3, 2025
      If your Trane Technologies Heat Pump isn't providing enough heating or cooling, several factors could be at play. Start by cleaning or replacing the dirty filter. Ensure the blower RPM is at the correct level. Address any air leaks in the ductwork. Check for and correct excessively hot or cold return air. If the issue persists, have a professional check the refrigerant charge for leaks, and repair and recharge by weight. Other potential causes include a restricted thermal expansion valve (replace it), an improperly located zone sensor (relocate it), an undersized unit (recalculate heat gains/losses), inadequate water flow (increase GPM), scaling in the heat exchanger (clean or replace), water that's too hot (decrease temperature) or too cold (increase temperature), a blocked filter drier (...

Summary

Introduction

Safety and Advisory Information

Defines advisories, PPE, and safety precautions.

Environmental and Refrigerant Practices

Discusses environmental concerns and refrigerant handling.

Field Wiring and Grounding

Details hazards and requirements for field wiring.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Lists PPE requirements for safe operation.

Additional Introduction Information

EHS Policy Compliance

Emphasizes adherence to company EHS policies.

Document Information

Covers copyright, trademarks, and revision history.

Model Number Descriptions

General Information

Unit Description

Describes the unit before shipment.

Unit Nameplate Details

Location and data on the unit nameplate.

Compressor Nameplate Location

Location of compressor nameplate.

Air-to-Refrigerant Coil Description

Describes the air-to-refrigerant coil material.

Water-to-Refrigerant Coil Design

Describes the water-to-refrigerant coil design.

Controller Information

Mentions the Tracer UC400 controller.

System Input Devices and Functions

Discusses sensors and BAS for operation.

Pump Module (Field Accessory)

Describes the pump module components.

Pre-Installation Procedures

Fiberglass Wool Safety Precautions

Safety warning and precautions for fiberglass wool.

Unit Inspection Checklist

Steps for inspecting the unit upon delivery.

Jobsite Inspection Checklist

Checks before accepting a unit at the jobsite.

Jobsite Storage Notice

Notice regarding microbial growth and storage.

Unit Dimensions

VSH Clearance Dimensions

Illustrates clearance requirements for VSH models.

VSV Clearance Dimensions

Illustrates clearance requirements for VSV models.

Clearance Dimension Overview

General advice on service clearance and code compliance.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Left Return;Top Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Left Return;Top Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Left Return;Back Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Left Return;Back Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Right Return;Top Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Right Return;Top Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Right Return;Back Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSV

Dimensional Data: Right Return;Back Supply VSV

Table with dimensions for VSV units.

Unit Dimensions - VSH

Dimensional Data: Left Return;Back Supply VSH

Table with dimensions for VSH units.

Unit Dimensions - VSH

Dimensional Data: Left Return;Right Supply VSH

Table with dimensions for VSH units.

Unit Dimensions - VSH

Dimensional Data: Right Return;Back Supply VSH

Table with dimensions for VSH units.

Unit Dimensions - VSH

Dimensional Data: Right Return;Left Supply VSH

Table with dimensions for VSH units.

General Data

Air Configuration Types

Describes horizontal and vertical air configurations.

Cabinet Data: VSH Models

Table of cabinet specifications for VSH models.

Air-to-Refrigerant Coil Data: VSH

Table of coil specifications for VSH models.

General Data - Continued

Air-to-Refrigerant Coil Data: VSH (Cont.)

Continues coil specifications for VSH models.

Water Volume Data: VSH Models

Table of water volume for VSH models.

Cabinet Data: VSV Models

Table of cabinet specifications for VSV models.

Air-to-Refrigerant Coil Data: VSV

Table of coil specifications for VSV models.

General Data - Continued

Water Volume Data: VSV Models

Table of water volume for VSV models.

Unit Fan Performance

ECM Fan Performance: VSH Models

Table of ECM fan performance for VSH models.

Unit Fan Performance - Continued

ECM Fan Performance: VSH Models (Cont.)

Continues VSH fan performance data.

ECM Fan Performance: VSV Models

Table of ECM fan performance for VSV models.

Unit Fan Performance - Continued

ECM Fan Performance: VSV Models (Cont.)

Continues VSV fan performance data.

Unit Fan Performance - Continued

ECM Fan Performance: VSV Models (Cont.)

Continues VSV fan performance data.

Installation

General Installation Checks

Checklist for successful unit installation.

Field Wiring and Grounding

Hazards and requirements for field wiring.

Main Electrical Connections

Power supply connection and grounding.

Low Voltage Wiring Requirements

Zone sensor and control wiring.

Filter Installation Guide

Information on filter installation.

Supply-Air Ductwork Connection

Instructions for connecting supply ductwork.

Installation - Ductwork

Return-Air Ductwork Systems

Information on ducted return systems.

Ducted Filter Rack Availability

Availability of ducted filter racks.

Return Air Ducted Panel Usage

Using a ducted panel for return air.

Installation - Connections

Ducted Filter Opening Sizes

Table of filter opening sizes.

Sound Attenuation Pad Usage

Use of vibration pads for sound reduction.

Hanging Horizontal Units

Steps for hanging horizontal units.

Condensate Drain Connection

How to connect the condensate drain.

Installation - Piping and Wiring

Supply;Return Pipe Connections

Connecting water supply and return pipes.

System Balancing Hose Kit Use

Using hose kits for system balancing.

Cleaning and Flushing Water Loop

Steps for cleaning and flushing the water loop.

Field Installed Power Wiring Warning

Warning about field installed power wiring.

Installation - Electrical and Sensors

Live Electrical Component Safety

Warning about working with live components.

Copper Conductor Requirement

Notice on using copper conductors.

Main Unit Power Wiring

Instructions for main unit power wiring.

Control Power Transformer Info

Information on the control power transformer.

Zone Sensor Location Importance

Importance and placement of zone sensors.

DC Analog Input;Output Wiring

Wiring for DC analog signals.

Installation - System Adjustments

Zone Sensor Module Wiring Table

Table for zone sensor wiring size.

Axiom Model VS Installation Notes

Considerations for Axiom VS installation.

Airflow Adjustment for Altitude

Adjusting fan speed for altitude.

Altitude Profile Selection Table

Table for selecting altitude profiles.

Electrical Data

VSH* Electrical Data (ECM)

Electrical specifications for VSH units.

VSV* Electrical Data (ECM)

Electrical specifications for VSV units.

UC400 Controller I;O Definitions

UC400 I;O Definitions Table

Defines UC400 controller hard-wired I/O.

UC400 Connection Specifications

Details UC400 connection specs.

UC400 Controller - XM30 Connections

XM30 Configurable Connections

Information on XM30 configurable connections.

UC400 Setpoints and Setup Parameters

Available setpoints for modification.

UC400 Controller - Setup Parameters

UC400 Setup Parameters Table

Detailed UC400 setup parameters.

Sequence of Operation

Random Start Timer Function

Unit delay upon power-up.

Maintenance Timer Function

Timer for unit maintenance reminders.

Setpoint Arbitration Logic

Logic for determining setpoints from multiple sources.

Sensor Arbitration Logic

Logic for selecting sensor values.

Occupancy Determination Modes

How the unit determines occupancy modes.

Occupied Mode Operation

Unit operation when in occupied mode.

Sequence of Operation - Modes

Unoccupied Mode Operation

Unit operation in unoccupied mode.

Occupied Standby Mode

Unit operation in standby mode.

Occupied Bypass Mode

Transitioning from unoccupied to occupied mode.

Timed Override Operation

Using override for timed operation.

Supply Fan Mode Options

Options for supply fan operation.

Zone Sensor Fan Switch Control

Setting the fan switch to AUTO or OFF.

Sequence of Operation - Control Logic

Unit Mode Arbitration Logic

Determining unit mode based on requests.

Auto-Changeover Rules

Rules for automatic switching between heating/cooling.

Isolation Valve Operation Control

Control of the water isolation valve.

Sequence of Operation - System Control

Entering Water Temperature Sampling

Sampling for water temperature control.

Isolation Valve OFF Control

When the isolation valve is de-energized.

Reversing Valve Operation

How the reversing valve operates.

Cooling and Heating Operation

Unit capacity modulation and cycling.

Unoccupied Cooling;Heating Control

Zone temperature control in unoccupied periods.

Demand Limit Operation

Limiting compressor capacity.

Pre-Start Checklist

Start-Up Procedures

Cooling Mode Expectations

Steps and expectations for cooling mode startup.

Heating Mode Expectations

Steps and expectations for heating mode startup.

Start-Up Checklist Table

A table listing items to check.

Operating Pressures Overview

Factors affecting and charts for operating pressures.

Start-Up - Operating Pressures (VSH)

VSH Operating Pressures (Cooling;Heating)

Tables of operating pressures for VSH models.

Start-Up - Operating Pressures (VSH;VSV)

VSH Operating Pressures (Continued)

Continues VSH operating pressure tables.

VSV Operating Pressures (Cooling;Heating)

Tables of operating pressures for VSV models.

Start-Up - Operating Pressures (VSV)

VSV Operating Pressures (Continued)

Continues VSV operating pressure tables.

Water Pressure Drop Overview

Defines feet of head/pressure drop.

Water Pressure Drop: VSH Models

Table of cooling/heating water pressure drops for VSH.

Start-Up - Water Volume

Water Pressure Drop: VSV Models

Table of cooling/heating water pressure drops for VSV.

Water Volume Data: VSH Models

Table of water volume for VSH models.

Water Volume Data: VSV Models

Table of water volume for VSV models.

Maintenance Procedures

Preventive Maintenance Guide

Suggestions for unit maintenance.

Filter Sizing Information

Tables of filter sizes for VSH and VSV models.

Ducted Filter Rack Assemblies

Information on filter rack assemblies.

Water Treatment Requirement Notice

Notice on water treatment importance.

Condensate Trap Maintenance

Ensuring condensate trap is primed.

Troubleshooting - General Unit

General Unit Troubleshooting Guide

Table of common unit problems and solutions.

Troubleshooting - Compressor Drive

Compressor Drive Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting for compressor drive issues.

Compressor Drive DIP Switch Settings

Table of DIP switch settings for compressor drives.

Control Wiring Diagrams

208 V Single-Phase Wiring Diagram

Wiring diagram for 208V single-phase units.

Control Wiring Diagrams - Continued

460 V Three-Phase Wiring Diagram

Wiring diagram for 460V three-phase units.

Trane Technologies Axiom VSH Specifications

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BrandTrane Technologies
ModelAxiom VSH
CategoryHeat Pump
LanguageEnglish

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