AIR-COOLED SCREW CHILLER

Models: FASC 100.1 - 300.2

Chiller Products
FCH02-2020/21
 Contents

Product Nomenclature ............................................................. 2

Features ................................................................................ 3
Engineering Specifications ....................................................... 4
General Data ................................................................. 4
Operating Range ............................................................ 5
System Schematic Diagrams ........................................... 6
Controller Features & Algorithm........................................ 7
Dimensions...........................................................................19
Wiring Diagram .....................................................................22
Installation ...........................................................................24
Servicing and Maintenance ..................................................... 30
Troubleshooting .................................................................... 32

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 Product Nomenclature

Air-Cooled Screw Chiller

FASC 100 1 A C 1

1 R134a

C Cooling Only

A Product Generation

1 Quantity of Compressor

100 Unit Size (RT)

FASC Air-Cooled Screw Chiller

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 Features

Wide Capacity Air cooled screw chillers provides wide range of cooling
Ranges capacity, from 347kW up to 1056kW, can be integrated
easily with various type of application. Each compressor
provides 4-steps, 8-steps or stepless capacity control
delivers the precise capacity to match the building
cooling/heating load.

The screw compressor with simple and robust construction

Screw design have resulted in low noise, high reliability and
Compressor durability operation. Other than this, the thermal motor
temperature monitoring, discharge temperature
protection, phase sequencer distinguish screw
compressor with its outstanding feature.

PLC Control PLC controller is installed on all standard FASC units to

execute setting, operating status viewing and protect
critical components in response to internal or external
signals: high discharge temperature protection,
compressor overload protection, high/low pressure
protection, water flow error, anti-freeze protection, oil
level switch, and automatic defrost functions.

Easy Wired LCD Touch-Screen controller equipped with various

Maintenance operating mode, operating status viewing, timer setting,
self diagnosis and alarm history. This will greatly reduce
the commissioning and troubleshooting time.

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 Engineering Specifications
General Data – Air-Cooled Screw Chiller
Model FASC-AC1 100.1 130.1 155.1 180.2 210.2 230.2 260.2 300.2
kW 347 455 541 630 728 818 902 1056
Cooling Capacity
RT 99 129 154 179 207 233 256 300
Input Power kW 122.6 157.9 188.0 221.6 254.9 283.1 317.7 368.4
Operating Current A 212 273 325 383 440 489 548 636
Starting Current A 639 877 885 1115 1052 1187 1381 1397
Maximum Operating Current A 413 505 513 668 826 945 1009 1025
Power Source V/ Ph/Hz 380~415 / 3 / 50
Type Shell & Tube
Water Flow Rate 3 58 77 89 99 116 134 155 178
m /h
Heat Exchanger
Water Pipe Diameter mm(in) DN125(5”) DN125(5”) DN150(6”) DN150(6”) DN150(6”) DN200(8”) DN200(8”) DN200(8”)
Water Pressure Drop kPa 41 52 58 60 62 64 66 72
Type Semi-hermetic Screws
Compressor Capacity Control Range 25%-100% 4 steps 12.5%-100% 8 steps
Starting Method Y-∆
Air Flow 3 123300 164400 205500 246600 246600 328800 328800 411000
m /h
Condenser Fan
Quantity 6 8 10 12 12 16 16 20
Type R134a
Refrigerant No. of Circuit 1 2
Charge per System kg 65 85 100 60 65 75 85 100
Length mm 3620 4580 5520 6980 6980 8900 8900 10780
Dimension Width mm 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230 2230
Height mm 2550 2550 2550 2570 2570 2570 2570 2570
Sound Pressure Level dB(A) 85 86 87 86 87 88 89 90
Net Weight kg 3450 4200 4900 6600 6800 7700 9000 9800
Operating Weight kg 3630 4450 5150 6940 7140 8100 9400 10300

Note:
1. Products are designed and tested in accordance to GB/T 18430.1
2. Cooling capacity is based on 12°C entering and 7°C leaving chilled water temperature; Ambient Temperature, 35°C

3. Power supply is 380V/50Hz with allowable voltage fluctuation of ±10%

4. The manufacturer reserves the rights to make changes to the above specifications without prior notice.

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Operating Range
Cooling

FASC – AC1

15
Leaving water temperature, °C

STD
7

0
10 18 35 46 ˚C
Outdoor ambient temperature, °C DB

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 High High Low Low
Safety Pressure Pressure Pressure Pressure
Valve Sensor Switch Sensor Switch
Discharge
Temperature

Ball Suction
Valve Temperature

Compressor

Fan Fan
System Schematic Diagram

Solenoid
Valve

Condenser Condenser Condenser Condenser

1 2 3 4

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Ambient
Temperature

Discharge
System Leaving Temperature
Water
Temperature
Condenser
Coil
Temperatur
e Sight Glass

Angle
Valve Filter Expansion
Drier Valve System Return Water
Evaporator Temperature
Controller Features and Algorithm
1.0 Introduction
During Start up, control screen will show:
1. Date
2. Program version.

After start up, click on the screen to enter HOME.

2.0 Home
Homepage will show:
1. On/Off button
2. Unit basic information
3. Compressor running status
4. Operation Mode
5. Temperature setting

As above picture, top of the homepage will show five button:

Click on the “Home” key in any control screen to return to Homepage.

Temperature setting and Mode can only be changed by authorized personnel with
password access.

AC Ref: set point temperature

AC Value: Unit’s current temperature
Operation Mode Setting: Cooling, Heating, Auto

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During Auto Mode,
Ambient>25⁰C (Default), unit will run in “Cooling” Mode.
Ambient>18⁰C (Default), unit will run in “Heating” Mode.

Note: Operation Mode setting can be changed when power is off. “Auto” mode is set only
during special requirement.

Set Temperature setting range as below:

Parameter
Operation Mode Temperature Range Default

Cooling 5.0~30.0⁰C 12.0⁰C

Heating 10.0~50.0⁰C 40.0⁰C

2.1 Power “ON” Confirmation Screen

Click “ON” button on homepage to enter the Startup Confirmation Screen

When unit is on standby and no error

occurred, click once on “OK” button, unit
will be start up normally.

2.2 Power “OFF” Confirmation Screen

Click "OFF" button on homepage to enter the shutdown confirmation page

When unit is running, click “OK” button

and hold for 1s, unit will be shut down
normally.

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3.0 Functions

Note: Password Protected

3.1 User login

Select user as “User”, click on the blank

space below “Input Password” and fill in
the password.

User password : 123

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3.1.1 Log Out

To log out, click button to log out. Logout will return to the login screen. If you
need to log in again, you need to sign in as “User” and key in the password again.

There are three ways to log out:

1. Manual Log out as above

2. Not active after 15 minutes

3. Control screen power “ON” again

3.1.2 Modify
Click the "Modify" button to change the password.
3 easy steps as below:
1. Enter old password → 2. Enter new password → 3. Confirm new password
You are allowed not to set any password. (Click OK during enter the new password)
(Press OK directly when entering the password).
Note: Please remember the new password after modification.

3.1.3 Pre-Heat
Unit pre-heat status will show on bottom right corner of control home page.

If pre-heat duration ≠ 0, the unit’s pre-heat function is working; Compressor oil must

be pre-heated before the compressor start up.

For first time switched on or switched on after continuously 12hours (Default) without
power supply, unit will enter “pre-heat” first before start up.

During pre-heat duration, unit is allowed to enter “Antifreeze” setting (allowed to power
ON pump & heater, compressor excluded)

3.1.4 Defrost

This unit equipped with Auto Defrost function, unit will start to defrost based on the coil
temperature and ambient temperature.

3.1.5 Antifreeze
This unit equipped with Smart Auto Antifreeze function with the condition of unit main
power supply and control power supply is ON. Do not switch off the power supply during
winter.

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3.2 User Settings

After logged in, User setting will appear on top left corner. Click on the user setting,
there will be five menu tabs as below:

3.2.1 User parameters

Double-click the "User Settings" tab to view parameter setting.

Single-click on the parameter detail to modify the setting.

Function Keys:

Backspace

Cancel button, exit the parameter settings and do not save the
changes
Save parameters and exit

Add/minus parameter

Return to previous menu

User parameter list

Parameter Setting/Range Default

Operation Mode Cooling, Heating, Automatic Cooling

Temperature set point for Cooling 5~30℃ 12℃
Temperature set point for Heating 10~50℃ 40℃
Increase Load for Cooling 0.5~10℃ 2℃
Unload for Cooling 0.5~10℃ 2℃
Increase Load for Heating 0.5~10℃ 2℃
Unload for Heating 0.5~10℃ 2℃
Auto-ON after power supply Disabled/Enable/Maintain Disabled
1#compressor settings Yes/No Yes
2# compressor settings Yes/No Yes
Timer Yes/No Yes

Note:

1. For Auto-ON after power supply, “Enabled” means if supply given on

main power supply and control, the unit will auto start up. It is not
advisable to use this setting.

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 2. For Auto-ON after power supply, “Maintain” means if there is power
failure during operation and resume, unit will auto-start up and return to
previous setting before power failure. It is useful for location which has a
risk on power shortage e.g: Hospital, industrial area. Need to take note
the unit will Auto-ON on the second day.

3.2.2 Timer
1. User is allowed to set 9 timers setting. Every timer setting can individually
ON/OFF unit and day. Time setting is 24Hours format and minutes will be 00 ~
59. Setting will not be save if hour≥ 24 and minute≥ 60.
2. Timers will works based on operation mode. If timer setting is for Cooling Mode,
Heating Mode timer will not be working and vice versa.
Note: After timer set, please enable the timer setting on user parameter list
setting.

To disable timer, there are 3 ways:

1. User parameter Timer setting as “No”.
2. At timer setting, cooling/heating mode both select “No”.
3. Untick “Day” on the timer

3.2.3 Clock settings

1. Click on the white box to change the clock and date. Default year will 20XX.
To modify the year, only key in the last two digits. Seconds is not allowed to
modify.

3.2.4 Display options

Control Screen Display

“Screen Saver” set as “0” means de-activate the screen saver function; screen will
always be lighted on. It is advisable to activate the “Screen Saver” setting.

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To calibrate the display screen, please use items with sharp tip but not sharp to press on
the screen “+” (center point). Please ensure on the correct calibration for display
screen.

Parameter Setting/Range Default

Language Chinese/English Chinese
Cels/ Faht (Temperature) Celsius/Fahrenheit Celsius
Screen saver 0~100 M 10 minutes
Touch calibrate - -

3.2.5 Manual Defrost

When the unit meet manual defrost requirements, select the compressor (#1 or #2) and
click “start” button to enable manual defrost.

3.3 View

Inside View, there will be six menu tabs as below:

3.3.1 Machine Information

When you enter View , Machine Information will be the default screen. Click on the
unit information tab, the button will change to purple color.
Inside Machine Information, there will be six menu tabs as below:

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3.3.1.1 System Information

System information will show Water Entering Temperature, Water Leaving Temperature
and Ambient Temperature.

3.3.1.2 Compressor Information

Compressor information will show compressor load percentage, operating time and etc.

3.3.1.3 Refrigerant Information

This function is not available for this series.

3.3.1.4 Motor Information

This function is not available for this series.

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3.3.1.5 Input / Output Information

Input Information Screen

View Input/Output information in this screen. Move to next Page by clicking or

at bottom right corner.

Page 1 is main input information; Page is 2#EX and cont.

3.3.2 Analysis
Analysis divided into two “Temperature Curve” and “Massive Data”.

3.3.2.1 Temperature Curve

You can view the Maximum/Minimum temperature range on left axis. Right axis shows
the percentage load of compressor.

You can modify the time range from 20 minutes to 30 hours for the view of temperature
curve.

3.3.2.2 Massive Data

This function is not available for this series.

3.4 Version
This screen will show PCB version of each compressor.

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3.5 Error

3.5.1 Current Error

a) When there is no error, Error button’s color is blue. Controller’s screen will show
“no error”.
b) When there is error, Error button’s color is red. Controller’s screen will show the
error details.
c) After error solved, click “error reset” button on the right corner of the screen.
d) If there is error occurred, there will be an alarm. You can “mute” the alarm
button on the right corner.

3.5.2 Error History

You can view error details, alarm time in error history on the second tab.

Click or to move to other pages. Maximum 9 pages (99 errors) can be shown in
error history.

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3.5.3 Error List
Error Reset: A= Auto, AM = Restricted Auto, M=Manual, MP= Restricted Manual,
OFF=Power Off unit

No. Error Details Troubleshoot Reset

System Error
0 External Error Check [External Error] signal M
1 Water Pump Error Check [Water Pump] signal M
2 System Water Flow insufficient Check water flow switch signal AM
3 System Power Supply Error Check [System Power Supply] signal M
4 System Evaporator return temp. Error Check temp. sensor M
5 System Evaporator discharge temp. Check temp. sensor M
6 Ambient Temperature Sensor Error Check temp. sensor M
7 System Condensing Temp. too low Check temp. sensor is out of range M
8 System Condensing Temp. too high M
9 Check antifreeze/switch on compressor and
Water piping system error OFF
check the water flow
10 EEPROM wrong data Reset setting and Restart OFF
11 n# unit communication error Check communication wiring A
12 1#EX communication error Check communication wiring A
13 2#EX communication error Check communication wiring A
14 3#EX communication error Check communication wiring A
15 4#EX communication error Check communication wiring A

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No. Error Details Troubleshoot Reset

Compressor Error
1 Compressor High Pressure Check Compressor High Pressure is within M
2 Compressor Overload Check [Compressor Overload] signal MP
3 Compressor oil level too low Check [Compressor Oil Level Switch] signal M
4 Compressor internal protection Check [Compressor Internal Protection] signal M
5 Compressor power supply error M
6 Compressor current too high Check current sensor is out of allowable range MP
7 Compressor current too low Check current sensor is out of allowable range AM
8 Voltage too low AM
9 Voltage too high AM
10 Voltage unstable AM
11 Compressor current unstable AM
12 Lost Phase protection AM
13 Wrong Phase protection M
14 Lost Current protection M
15 Condensing fan overload Check [Condensing fan overload] signal M
16 Discharge temp. too high Check Discharge temp. is within allowable range AM
17 Discharge superheat temp. too low Check Discharge temp. is within allowable range AM
18 Water Leaving Temp. too low Check Water Leaving temp. is within allowable A
19 Water Leaving Temp. too high range A
20 Discharge temp. too low Check Discharge temp. is within allowable range M
21 Compressor PTC error (PM) M
22 Compressor PTC overheat (PM) M
23 Compressor current overload (PM) M
24 PM’s EEPROM wrong data M
25 Compressor current sensor error To check connection between sensor and probe M
26 Coil temperature sensor error M
27 Discharge temp. sensor error M
28 High pressure sensor error M
29 PVD voltage too high M
30 PVD voltage too low M
31 Suction sensor short circuit M
32 Suction sensor open circuit M
33 Suction superheat temp. too low M
34 PM’s EEPROM wrong data M
35 EEPROM wrong data Reset setting and Restart OFF
PM communication error
36 Check communication wiring A
(motor voltage protection )
PVD communication error
37 A
(EXV Module)

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 Dimensions
FASC 100.1AC1
2550 ±20

Water Inlet Water Outlet

2230 ±10 3620±30

Front View Side View

FASC 130.1AC1
2550±20

Water Inlet Water Outlet

2230±10 4580±30

Front View Side View

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FASC 155.1AC1
2550±20

Front View

2230±10

Side View
Water Inlet Water Outlet

5520±30

FASC180/210.2AC1
2570±20

Front View

2230±10

Side View Water Inlet Water Outlet

6980±30

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FASC 230/260.2AC1
2572±20

Front View

2230±10

Side
View Water Inlet Water Outlet

8900±30

FASC 300.2AC1
2570±20

Front View

2230±10

Side
View Water Inlet Water Outlet

10780±30

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 Wiring Diagram
Single Compressor
Q0 User Power Cabinet

L1
L2
L3
N
PE

N PE
QF1

165 C01 C01 166 167 C02 C02 168 301 302 303 304 305 306

Remote External Water Water Water Auxiliary Alarm

On/Off Alarm Pump Flow Pump Heater Indicator
Overload Switch

Double Compressor
Q0 User Power Cabinet

L1
L2

L3
N
PE

N PE
QF1 QF2

1#System Main Power 2#System Main Power

165 C01 C01 166 167 C02 C02 168 301 302 303 304 305 306

Remote External Water Water Water Auxiliary Alarm

On/Off Alarm Pump Flow Pump Heater Indicator
Overload Switch

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 Q0 User Power Cabinet

L1

L2

L3
Multiple Module

PE

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QF1 N PE QF2
QF1 N PE QF2

n≤ 10
… …
1#System Main Power 1#System Main Power
2#System Main Power 2#System Main Power

165 C01 C01 166 167 C02 C02 168 301 302 303 304 305 306 CANH CANL 165 C01 C01 166 167 C02 C02 168 301 302 303 304 305 306 CANH CANL

Remote External Water Water Water Auxiliary Alarm Remote External Water Water Water Auxiliary Alarm

#1 Control Box
n# Control Box

On/Off Alarm Pump Flow Pump Heater Indicator On/Off Alarm Pump Flow Pump Heater Indicator
Overload Switch Overload Switch
 Installation

Transportation
To move or lift the unit, attach ropes to the hoisting hangers (4 pieces) available at
the edge of the unit. Apply protection or support to avoid the ropes direct contact
with coil and panel as shown in the diagram.
Wire Rod

Steel Rod

Chiller Mounting
The chiller must be placed on a rigid and solid surface, e.g. concrete slab, plinth and
etc. The foundation must be strong enough to support the unit’s operating weight.
Spring isolator must be installed to prevent excessive vibration and noise.

Model Distance (mm)

Quantity
R134a A B C D E F
FASC100.1AC 1430 1430 - - - - 6
FASC130.1AC 1910 1910 - - - - 6
FASC155.1AC 1586 1588 1586 - - - 8
FASC180/210.2AC 1542 1543 1543 1542 - - 10
FASC230/260.2AC 1998 1997 1997 1998 - - 10
FASC300.2AC 1663 1661 1661 1661 1661 1663 14
Note:
1. The gradient of the foundation should be less than 0.1%.
2. The foundation should be able to support 1.5 times of unit operating weights.
3. Sufficient space must be available for drain barrel.
4. Spring isolator must be installed to prevent excessive vibration and noise.

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 Unit

Floor Drain

Plinth

Spring Isolator

Isolator
Unit Installation
The chiller must be placed on a rigid and solid surface, e.g. concrete floor, with
spring isolator. Choice of location should be the places that have proper sound barrier and
not sensitive to vibration noise. Most importantly, sufficient space should be allocated for
easy servicing. Listed below are some installation recommendations:

a) The location of installation should be well ventilated and not exposed to direct sunlight
and rain.
b) Sufficient space must be available for air discharge (at least 3m above the unit).
c) Always allow minimum clearance space for service and maintenance as shown in the
diagram.
d) For snowing area, ensure the level of foundation is high enough to avoid snow
accumulate beside the condenser.

Installation of Spring Isolator

Unit base channel Tighten the bolts M20

Gasket
Adjusting bolt M20
Tighten the nut M20
Spring Isolator
M12 Tighten the nut
M12*80 Bolt
Base
Secondary pouring concrete bolts
embedded in the base
Pouring hole size 40x 40

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 Clearance space

m
1.5
≥
≤2.2m

≥
2.5
m

m ≥
2.5
1.5 m
≥

2500 2500

1500 1500 1500

2500 2500

1500 1500 1500

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 Water Piping
All water pipes connection must adhere to local code and regulations. Listed below are
some installation recommended:

a) Pipe works must avoid unnecessary bends and offset (up and down).
b) Install gate valve for every joint for service and maintenance.
c) Air vent must be installed at the highest position. Open the air vent to release the
air trapped in the water system.
d) Water pump must install at water return line.
e) At the lowest point of pipe work, install a gate valve drain out water.
f) At the highest point of pipe work, install a manual or automatic air vent.
g) Install strainer before water entering to the water pump.
h) Flush lot of clean water to remove foreign material before unit start up.
i) Pressure gauge and thermometer must be installed at visible and accessible location.
The Master Unit(No.1#)

P
Inlet T

Drain
F P T

Outlet Drain
The Slaver Unit(No.2#)

P
Expansion Tank
Inlet T
Overflow
Supply
Drain
F P T P
Drain
Drain
Outlet
T
Total Number ≥1
The System Inlet
The Slaver Unit(No.N#)

P
Inlet T

Drain
F P T T

Drain The System Outlet

Outlet

F Flow switch Relief valve Exhaust valve Pump

T Temperature sensor T Thermometer Filter
Flexible coupling P Pressure gauge Valve

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Operating Conditions
Unit should be located at indoor with ambient temperature above 0°C and relative
humidity ≤95%. Installation site should be level and strong enough to withstand the
operating weight of the unit. (Please refer to foundation diagram and maintenance
space diagram).

Water Quality
Due to the variance in water quality for different area and sources, the water quality
must be examined before being adopted for chilled water and cooling water. If the
water quality does not meet the minimum requirement, it should be treated before use.
The following table can be used as a guideline for minimum water quality requirement:

Item Unit Chilled Water Requirement

Floating Solids mg/L <10
pH Value (25°C) mg/L 6.5-8.0
Electrical Conductivity (25°C) µ S/L <800
Methyl Orange Alkalinity mg/L <150
Acid Consumption (pH=4.8) mg/L <100
Total Hardness, CaCO3 mg/L <200
Fe2+ mg/L <1.0
CI- mg/L <200
SO2 4 - mg/L <200
2
SiO mg/L <50
NH4+ mg/L <1.0
S2- mg/L -
Free Chlorine mg/L <1.0
Oil and grease mg/L <5

Leak Test
Testing pressure for water pipe should be greater than 1.25 times the working pressure,
and should not be less than 0.6MPa. Piping system is considered leak free if pressure
drop is less than 0.02MPa after 5 minutes of pressure test. Pressure test should not be
carried out at ambient temperature lower than 5°C. Pressure gauge should be well-
calibrated with step precision of not less than 1.5; full scale value should be 1.5 to 2
times the biggest tested pressure reading.

During water leak test, water should be added gradually from lower side of the system
until it reaches tested pressure. Air vent should be purged to release trapped air. Stop
water pump and inspect for pipe leakage. Do not repair leakage under pressurized
piping system.

Clean the piping system thoroughly after the water leak test (Equipment must be
isolated), until the drained water is free from dust, iron and other foreign particles.

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Selection of Water System Components
Component Selection Method
Gate valve Selection based on the water pipe diameter.
To filter solid particles in water system.
Strainer Normally sized at 60 mesh and above.

Installed at outlet pipe of water pump to prevent water flush

Check Valve back.
Selection based
Installed in on the
between water
chilled pipe supply
water diameter.
and return pipes.
Bypass Valve For usage during cleaning work.
Thermometer For inspection of unit operation. Measurement range from
0~100°C.
Volume = L*1.1 (L-Water Flow Rate)
Pump Pump distance = [Unit Pressure Drop + Longest Pipe
Length*(2%~5%)+ Biggest Pressure Drop from Air-Side
Product] *1.1
Installed at highest point of piping system, to release air
Automatic Air Vent
trapped in water system.

Installed at highest point of water return pipe, to store

excess water from the system to balance out the water
Expansion Tank
pressure and to add water to the system when necessary.
(V = System
ToCprevent Volume)
short cycling of unit during part load or small load
Tank Volume, V = (0.034)VC
operation.
Water Tank Tank Volume, V(m3) = (Q/27.9n) - Vs
Q = Cooling capacity kW, n=No of chiller units, Vs = Volume
of chilled water system m3

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 Servicing and Maintenance
To prolong the lifespan of chiller and also to reduce the unnecessary down time, it is
strongly recommended to perform schedule inspection and maintenance as follows:

Daily Maintenance
• After the unit has been operating for approximately 2 hours and the system had
stabilized, check the oil level and ensure the oil level is about 1/3 or 2/3 of the
height of the sight glass.
• Check the system superheat. Superheat should range from 5~9°C.
• Check the operating condition. Ensure all the temperature and pressure parameters
are within the operating range.

Weekly Maintenance
• Perform all daily maintenance procedures.
• Inspect compressor oils. Change compressor coils if its color changed from white to
dark red.

Annual Maintenance
• Perform all daily and weekly maintenance procedures.
• Inspect piping and connection joint for leakage and damage.
• Check the operating and safety controls. Ensure the setting parameters are within the
operating range.
• Check and tighten all the wiring connection as necessary.
• Drain water from the unit completely when chiller unit is not running in winter. Apply
suitable anti-freeze protection to prevent damage of coil and piping.
• Clean the condenser coil.

Maintenance Schedule
1000hr 2500hr 5000hr 20000hr 40000hr
Bearing O
Fan motor ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆
Suction filter ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ O
Oil filter ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ O
Solenoid valve ∆ ∆
Filter drier ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ O
Compressor oil O O

∆ = Check O = Replace

Note: It is recommended to change the compressor oil, filter drier, oil filter and suction filter after the unit
has been operating for 3 months from commissioning.

Servicing Methods for Electrical Components

Control Box
• Control box should be used under ventilated environment with ambient temperature
not greater than 45°C , its relative humidity smaller than 90%. Do not splash
water to the control box.
• Do not deposit other foreign objects in the control box.
• Inspect contactor and switch at least once a year. Tighten the bolt and clean the dust
and foreign particles.
• Please contact the manufacturer if any malfunction of PLC and Touch Screen Panel is
found. User should only check if the wiring connection is firm and secured.

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Contactor
• Clean the surface of auxiliary contact from grease and rust.
• Contactor should be mounted in vertical position. Its tilted angle should not exceed 50.
• Tighten the screw to avoid loosening from vibration.

Transducer
• Transducer should be installed at relatively safe location to avoid collision or direct
contact from lifting component or any other moving parts.
• The wiring connection of transducer should be inspected and tighten regularly to
minimize measurement errors.
• Corrosive material should be isolated from transducer.
• Transducer shall use shielded cable to minimize interference of data transmission.
• Do not use transducer out of the operating range.
• Water and foreign particles should be refrained from entering internal part of
transducer. Cable shall be well protected.
• Power supply shall be consistent and stable.

Wiring cable
• Inspect cable condition regularly: running current, temperature rise, insulation material
and etc.
• Cable should be isolated from heat, movement and avoid extreme bending during wiring
work.

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 Troubleshooting
Fault Possible Causes Solution
High Discharge Un-condensable gas exist in the Re-vacuum and refill refrigerant.
Pressure circuit (example: air).
Evaporator water temperature too Check the water flow, valve and strainer.
high Evaporator water flow rate too
low.
Condenser coil dirty. Clean the condenser coil.
Water pump faulty. Check the water pump.
Too much refrigerant. Adjust the refrigerant level.
Low Discharge Evaporator water temperature too Check the water flow and valve.
Pressure low. Evaporator water flow rate too
high.
Refrigerant flow back. Check the feeler bulb on the
TXV. Water temperature setting
Insufficient refrigerant. Check
too the cause of leaking and add
high.
refrigerant.
High Suction Too much refrigerant. Adjust the refrigerant level.
Pressure Refrigerant flow back. Check the feeler bulb on the
TXV. Water temperature setting
too high.
Improper water pipe insulation. Check the piping insulation.
Low Suction Improper valve adjustment. Check the valve condition.
Pressure Refrigerant system choked. Check the filter drier.
Improper TXV valve adjustment. Adjust the TXV and feeler bulb.
Insufficient refrigerant. Check the cause of leaking and add
refrigerant.
Too much compressor oil in Check the oil level.
refrigerant circuit.
Water temperature setting too low. Adjust the water temperature setting.
Water flow rate too low. Check the water system.
Compressor Over voltage or under voltage. Check the power supply.
Overload High discharge pressure. Refer to "High Discharge Pressure".
Protection
Overload protector faulty. Check the compressor running current.
Compressor short body. Check the compressor resistance.
Compressor Over voltage or under voltage. Check the power supply.
Internal High discharge pressure. Refer to "High Discharge Pressure".
Protection Open
Overload protector faulty. Check the compressor running current.
Insufficient refrigerant. Check the cause of leaking and add
refrigerant.
Compressor noisy Refrigerant flow back. Check the feeler bulb location.
Compressor Overload protector open or fuse Check the cause overload.
does not broken.
operate Improper wiring. Tight and firm the wiring connection.
Power failure. Check the power supply.
Phase lost or wrong phase. Check the power supply.
Unable to step Temperature sensor faulty. Adjust the temperature setting or change
down the temperature sensor.
capacity Slide valve broken. Check the slide valve.

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