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Trane RTAA-130 User Manual

Trane RTAA-130
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Library Service Literature
Product Section Refrigeration
Product Rotary liquid Chillers – Air-Cooled
Model RTAA
Literature Type Installation, Operation, Maintenance
Sequence 3
Date December 1991
File No. SV-RF-RLC-RTAA-IOM-3-1291
Supersedes
Installation RTAA-IOM-3
Operation
Maintenance
Since The Trane Company has a policy of continuous product improvement, it reserves the right to change
specifications and design without notice. The installation and servicing of the equipment referred in this booklet
should be done by qualified, experienced technicians.
Air-Cooled
Series R
®
Rotary Liquid
Chillers
“CO” and Later Design Sequence
Packaged Air-Cooled Chiller,
RTAA 130-400
Remote Evaporator Air-Cooled Chiller,
RTAA 130-200
Models
RTAA-130 RTAA-170 RTAA-240 RTAA-340
RTAA-140 RTAA-185 RTAA-270 RTAA-370
RTAA-155 RTAA-200 RTAA-300 RTAA-400
Part No. X39560468-01

Table of Contents

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Trane RTAA-130 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelRTAA-130
RefrigerantR-22
Voltage460V
Cooling Capacity130 tons
Power Supply460V/3/60
TypeAir-cooled helical rotary chiller

Summary

General Information

Unit Inspection

Covers inspection checklist, loose parts inventory, and damage reporting procedures.

Unit Description

Commonly Used Acronyms

Defines abbreviations used throughout the manual for clarity and reference.

Warnings and Cautions

Installation Responsibilities

Details specific contractor tasks and responsibilities for successful unit installation.

Nameplates

Outdoor Unit Nameplate

Details information found on the outdoor unit's identification plate.

Compressor Nameplate

Details information found on the compressor's identification plate.

Remote Evaporator Nameplate

Details information found on the remote evaporator's identification plate.

Storage

Installation - Mechanical

General

Basic applicability of installation instructions for packaged and remote units.

Pre-installation

Steps to take before commencing unit installation, including damage reporting.

Location Requirements

Guidance on selecting an appropriate installation site, including noise considerations.

Foundation

Requirements for a stable and level mounting base for the unit.

Clearances

Specifies necessary space around the unit for access to service points.

Rigging

Lifting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely lifting and moving the unit.

Unit Isolation and Leveling

Evaporator Water Piping

Instructions and recommendations for connecting the evaporator to the water system.

Evaporator Piping

Evaporator Piping Components

Lists and describes essential components for evaporator water connections.

Evaporator Drain

Information regarding the drain connection for the evaporator unit.

Evaporator Flow Switch

Details on the installation and function of an optional flow switch.

Water Treatment

Freeze Protection

Measures to prevent freezing in the chilled water system.

Domestic Water Heater Piping

Domestic Water Heater – Tube Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the water tubes within the domestic water heater.

Freeze Protection

Measures to prevent freezing in the domestic water heater system.

Installation - Mechanical Remote Evaporator Interconnecting Refrigerant Piping

General

Overview of the remote evaporator system configuration and design considerations.

System Configuration

Factors influencing line sizing and system design for remote evaporators.

Line Sizing

Equivalent Line Length

Method for calculating total pipe length for accurate refrigerant line sizing.

Liquid Line Sizing

Tables and procedures for determining correct liquid refrigerant line sizes.

Suction Line Sizing

Tables and procedures for determining correct suction refrigerant line sizes.

Piping Installation Procedures

Refrigerant Sensors

Instructions for the proper installation of refrigerant sensors.

Leak Test and Evacuation

Refrigerant Charge Determination

Methods for calculating the correct refrigerant charge for the system.

Oil Charge Determination

Procedures for calculating and adding the correct amount of compressor oil.

Installation – Electrical

General Recommendations

Safety and code compliance guidelines for all electrical wiring.

Installer-Supplied Components

Power Supply Wiring

Requirements and guidelines for unit power supply connections.

Control Power Supply

Requirements for providing power to the unit's control circuits.

Heat Tape Power Supply

Power requirements for unit heat tape protection.

Water Pump Power Supply

Power requirements for connected water pumps.

Auxiliary Heat Tape Power Supply

Power requirements for auxiliary heat tape on system piping.

Interconnecting Wiring

Chilled Water Pump Interlock and External Auto/Stop

Wiring for chilled water pump interlock and external unit shutdown signals.

Alarm/Running/Maximum Capacity Outputs

Alarm/Running/Maximum Capacity Indicator Wiring

Low Voltage Wiring

Guidelines for proper installation of low voltage wiring.

Emergency Stop (Normal Trip)

Wiring instructions for the emergency stop function.

External Circuit Lockout – Circuit #1

Wiring for enabling/disabling circuit #1 lockout control.

External Circuit Lockout – Circuit #2

Wiring for enabling/disabling circuit #2 lockout control.

Ice Making Option

Control wiring requirements for the ice making feature.

External Chilled Water Setpoint (CWS)

Remote Resistor/Potentiometer Input

Details for using remote input devices for setting CWS.

Isolated 2-10 VDC Voltage Source Input

Using voltage signals for remotely setting CWS.

Isolated 4-20 mA Current Source Input

Using current signals for remotely setting CWS.

External Current Limit Setpoint (CLS)

Remote Resistor/Potentiometer Input

Details for using remote input devices for setting CLS.

Isolated 2-10 VDC Voltage Source Input

Using voltage signals for remotely setting CLS.

Isolated 4-20 mA Current Source Input

Using current signals for remotely setting CLS.

Optional Bidirectional Communications Link (BCL)

General

Requirements for communication link wiring and installation.

Communication Link Connection Procedure

Steps to establish the communication link with control systems.

Installation Check List

Receiving

Checks to perform upon unit delivery for damage and completeness.

Unit Location and Mounting

Verification of installation site suitability and proper unit mounting.

Unit Piping

Checks for proper installation of water piping and connections.

Electrical Wiring

Verification of all electrical connections and wiring integrity.

Operating Principles – Mechanical

General

Overview of the RTAA series chiller's mechanical components and operation.

Refrigeration (Cooling) Cycle

Describes the fundamental refrigeration process of the chiller.

Compressor Description

Details on the compressor's motor, rotors, and slide valve mechanism.

Compressor Loading Sequence

Explains how compressors are started and how load is managed.

Oil System Operation

Overview

General description of oil circulation, control, and the compressor heater.

Domestic Water Heater

How the Domestic Water Heater option utilizes waste heat from the oil circuit.

Oil Separator

Compressor Bearing Oil Supply

Explanation of how oil is supplied to the compressor bearings.

Compressor Rotor Oil Supply

Explanation of how oil is supplied to the compressor rotors for lubrication.

Slide Valve Movement

Oil Filter

Purpose, function, and maintenance of the refrigerant circuit oil filter.

Condenser Fans

Description of condenser fan configurations and operational staging.

Operating Principles – Adaptive Control™ Microprocessor Logic

General

Overview of the Adaptive Control system's modular components.

Digital Display

Description of the operator interface's digital display and its functions.

Menus

Menu Function Descriptions and Selection

Overview of the UCM's menu structure for configuration and monitoring.

Selecting Variables and Options

How to navigate menus, adjust settings, and enable/disable features.

Menu 0 – Operating Display

Description of the primary display showing current unit operating status.

Menu 1 – Service #1 Display

Details on service-related parameters and diagnostics accessible via Menu 1.

Menu 2 – Service #2 Display

Further service parameters including sensor readings and pressures.

Menu 3 – Auxiliary Options

Configuration options for features like resets, setpoints, and ice making.

Menu 4 – Factory Display #1

Displays factory-set parameters, safety limits, and control responses.

Menu 5 – Factory Display #2

Additional factory settings, compressor details, and fan configurations.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Mechanical Control Settings

Key pressure and temperature settings for mechanical components.

Pre-Start Checkout

General

Essential checks to perform before energizing and starting the unit.

Unit Voltage Power Supply

Verification of proper voltage input and range for unit operation.

Unit Voltage Imbalance

Importance and calculation of voltage phase imbalance to prevent motor issues.

Unit Voltage Phasing

Ensuring correct electrical phase sequence for safe compressor rotation.

Water System Flow Rates

Water System Pressure Drop

Instructions on measuring and interpreting pressure drop in water systems.

UCM Set-up

Instructions for configuring the Unit Control Module's settings.

Start-Up Procedures

General

Initial steps for preparing and starting the chiller unit.

System Superheat

How to measure and interpret superheat for system diagnostics.

System Subcooling

How to measure and interpret subcooling for system diagnostics.

Unit Shutdown Procedures

Temporary Shutdown and Restart

Procedure for safely shutting down and restarting the unit for short periods.

Extended Shutdown Procedure

Procedure for safely shutting down the unit for extended periods.

System Restart After Extended Shutdown.

Periodic Maintenance

General

Importance of performing routine maintenance and using operator logs.

Refrigerant Emission Control

Weekly Maintenance

Tasks to perform during weekly checks for system operation and maintenance.

Monthly Maintenance

Annual Maintenance

Maintenance

Coil Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning condenser coils to maintain operating efficiency.

Chemically Cleaning The Evaporator

Method for chemically cleaning evaporator tubes if fouling occurs.

Domestic Water Heater – Tube Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the water tubes within the domestic water heater.

Water Treatment

Oil Separator Level Check

Procedure for checking the oil level in the oil separator.

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