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Pre-Startup
Preparation for Initial Startup
After the system is completely installed with all wires
connected and all piping securely coupled, the chiller can
be prepared for initial startup.
Please ensure that the proper Request for Startup form has
been completed and provided to your local representative.
Table 3. Startup 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