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Pre-Startup
Preparation for Initial Start-Up
After the system is completely installed with all wires
connected and all piping securely coupled, the chiller can
be prepared for initial start-up.
Ensure that the proper request for start-up form has been
completed and provided to your local representative.
Table 4. Start-up readiness checklist
Hydronic Checklist
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Piping complete and leak tested
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Pre cleaning strainers are removed from chilled water side of system
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Pre cleaning strainers are removed from condenser water side of system
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Strainer installed before entering the evaporator (barrel for chilled water)
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Strainer installed before entering the condenser (barrel for cooling tower water)
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Water quality analyzed for water treatment
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If applicable glycol concentration checked
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Water systems filled and vented of all air
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Pumps installed and rotations checked
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Water control valves (external to chiller) installed and operating
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Water system operating to meet design conditions
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Pressure gauges installed on inlets and outlets of chilled water and condenser water barrels
Electrical Checklist
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Power wiring complete and in accordance with nameplate rating on unit and prepared for connection in accordance with installation manual
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Proper wire sizing installed
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Please record the wire sizing installed
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Tower fan controller installed and operating to control tower fan
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VFD’s for all pumps wired and operational
Mechanical Checklist
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Verify that you have more than 70 % load on the building in order to test the chiller(s)
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All air handlers are in full operation
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BMS connected to chiller and ready for verification and testing
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