Guide Specifications: Uniflair LE ™ Air-Cooled Direct Expansion (DX) Cooling Systems
Guide Specifications: Uniflair LE ™ Air-Cooled Direct Expansion (DX) Cooling Systems
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. The environmental control system shall be designed specifically for precision temperature and humidity
control applications. It shall automatically monitor and control cooling, heating, humidifying and
dehumidifying, as well as filtering functions for the conditioned space. The system shall be built to the
highest quality engineering and manufacturing standards and shall be floor mounted and configured for
either (downflow) or (upflow) discharge of conditioned airflow with either (front), (bottom), and (rear) return
airflow. The draw through air pattern shall provide uniform air distribution over the entire face of the
cooling coil.
The system shall be described in the following specification as manufactured by Schneider Electric
Model:____________________________
Total cooling capacity: _______________ kW (MBH)
Reheat capacity: ___________________ kW (MBH)
Sensible cooling capacity: ____________ kW (MBH)
Return air temperature: _______________ºC (ºF) DB
Return air temperature: _______________ ºC (ºF) WB
Humidity: __________________________% RH
Air quantity: _______________________ L/s (CFM)
External Static Pressure _______________Pa (in. WC)
Humidifier capacity: _________________ kg/hr (lbs/hr)
Electrical supply: ________ V, _________ ph, 60 Hz
Submittal are provided with the proposal and shall include the following: capacity data, electrical data,
physical data, and
A. The structure of the unit shall be characterized by a metal framework and internal parts made from hot
zinc plated sheet steel.
B. These profiles are connected together by structural rivets designed to ensure sturdy assembly and which
are capable of withstanding severe transportation and handling conditions. The units are also equipped
with internal panels for shutting off the compartments affected by airflow; these internal panels are made
from hot zinc plated sheet metal and ensure the following:
C. The external panels shall be 1-mm thick, coated on the external side with RAL 9003 epoxy-polyester
paint, which guarantees long-term durability. The front panels are attached to the framework by means of
rapid coupling fasteners. The external panels are double-walled, lined with fiberglass heat-insulating
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material 15 mm (0.59 in.) in thickness and 20 kg/m (.00073 lbs/ in. ) of density.
1. Shall be plug/type, single inlet, and are dynamically balanced. The drive package is direct drive,
electronically commutated (EC), and variable speed. The fans shall be located to draw air over the
coil to ensure even air distribution and maximum coil performance.
a. TD/UAV0511: The single fan motor shall be 3.8 hp being able to generate a nominal 5946 CMH
(3500 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
b. TD/UAV0921: The single fan motor shall be 4 hp being able to generate a nominal 8155 CMH
(4800 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
c. TD/UAV1121: The dual fan motor shall be 4 hp being able to generate a nominal 12 062 CMH
(7100 CFM) at 50.0 Pa 0(.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
d. TD/UAV1422: The dual fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 15 630
CMH (9200 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
e. TD/UAV1622: The dual fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 15,800
CMH (9300 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
f. TD/UAV1822: The dual fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 15 800
CMH (9300 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
g. TD/UAV2242: The triple fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 20 388
CMH (12,000 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
h. TD/UAV2542: The triple fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 20 388
CMH (12,000 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
i. TD/UAV2842: The triple fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 20 388
CMH (12,000 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
j. TD/UAV3342: The triple fan motors shall be 4 hp each being able to generate a nominal 20 388
CMH (12,000 CFM) at 50.0 Pa (0.20 in. WC) external static pressure.
A. The standard return air filters shall be MERV 8 per ASHRAE Standard 52.2.
1. Return air filter shall be 95-mm (3.7-in.), deep, pleated, and replaceable from the front of the unit.
B. The optional air filter shall be MERV 13 per ASHRAE Standard 52.2.
1. Return air filter shall be 95-mm (3.7-in.), deep, pleated, and replaceable from the front of the unit.
3. The microprocessor control board shall contain the settings and programs of all the stored operating
parameters which can be used, viewed, and set on the user display interface (touch screen display).
4. The user interface (7-in. LCD touch screen display) shall be externally mounted, password protected,
and menu driven.
5. The user interface (touch screen display) shall allow modification of adjustable parameters.
1. The unit shall include a network management card embedded in the touch screen display (user
interface) to provide management through a computer network TCP/IP (MODBUS, SNMP,
StruxureWare, or Web).
2. Management through the network shall include the ability to change setpoints and view and clear
alarms.
a. Seven-inch LCD touch screen display to move between screens and change parameters.
b. Network Management Card
2. The microprocessor board is connected to the user interface (display) by a mini-HDMI cable.
8. Clock/date functionality
9. Hour Meter calculates operating hours and start up cycles of major components
10. View status of all unit components and sensors connected to the control board.
11. Manage LAN Network with the potential of programming (one (1) unit) rotating or (two (2) stand-by)
units and operating these units "Setback Mode" settings based on average temperature.
12. "Manual Override" function shall allow manual control of the main components without excluding
possible remote control.
13. Communication with a supervision system using the RS485 serial board, LON FFT10 by TREND and
PCOWEB.
14. Symbols appear on the user interface (touch screen display) to show status of unit and components.
15. Potential of setting a dual setpoint for temperature (in both cooling and heating) and humidity (both
when dehumidifying and humidifying), which can be modified from a remote terminal.
1. Language Selection: The user interface (touch screen display) shall display the language that has
been defined by the regulation program selected in the flash memory options (EN = English, SP =
Spanish, FR = French).
2. Imperial Measurement Selection: Shall display options for conversion of the following parameters:
a. Celsius to Fahrenheit
b. Bar to PSI
c. Pascal to inches H2O
4. Status Screen(s): The user interface (touch screen display) shall display essential information of the
system state.
a. Overview Screen
h. Logs Screen: Used to display the event log and export log data.
F. Setpoints
1. Temperature and humidity setpoints shall be pre-set at the factory so the control functions correctly,
maintaining standard conditions in the room. This screen shall display the following:
2. Sleep Mode Settings: Shall allow a standby unit to activate and take control of the room conditions.
The activation from "Sleep Mode" shall be programmed according to desired environmental
conditions. This "Sleep Mode" shall be used in a "Cooling Assist Mode" in conjunction with grouping
to allow a standby unit in the group to activate when the following is not met:
a. Cooling Setpoint
b. Heating Setpoint
c. Fan Cycle
d. Fan Cycle Time
e. Dehumidification Setpoint
f. Humidification Setpoint
3. Counter/ Run Hour Meter Settings: Shall enable setting the maintenance intervals for the
components of the unit, establishing a threshold for operation hours. When a component reaches the
limit, the microprocessor shall signal the maintenance request on the user interface (touch screen
display).
4. Alarm Relay Settings: Shall enable a status change of the alarm signal contact type (N.C. or N.O) for
Alarm "A" and "B".
5. LAN (Grouping) Settings: Uniflair LE microprocessor shall enable through the user interface (touch
screen display) the automatic management of a local network (LAN) connected to more than one (1)
unit, (up to maximum of ten (10)), of which some are in primary operation and other units are in
standby mode, (up to maximum of two (2) units can be in standby mode.
6. Stand-by Rotation Alarms: This screen shall be displayed if the local network is configured and is
used to manage the start-up of the stand-by unit when an alarm is activated.
7. Network Settings: Shall enable the setting the network information for the NMC (Network
Management Card).
8. Manual Control: Shall assist maintenance and checks or in cases of emergency; the following
individual components can be activated manually and independently of the control process:
1. Event Log: Shall save status information and a message with a date and time stamp for each
alarm, event, or system configuration change.
2. Syslog: Shall be used to export event logs from the unit to a connected server.
3. Description of Alarm Events: Shall be displayed on the user interface (LCD touch screen
Display).
A. The Schneider Electric Uniflair LE Direct Expansion (DX) systems shall utilize scroll compressors. The
scroll compressors shall be mounted with anti-vibration support inside a dedicated mechanical space,
which shall be separated from the air flow of the system, (exception shall be TU models) to ensure ease
of maintenance inspection during operation.
A. The evaporator coil shall be designed with a large front surface area in order to have an elevated SHR
and a low air-velocity speed to prevent condensation carryover issues. The evaporator coil shall be made
from copper tubes mechanically expanded on aluminum fins, complete with a hydrophilic coating to
reduce the surface tension between the water and the metal fin surface promoting sheeting of the
condensation and avoiding the risk of condensation carryover.
B. The evaporator coil shall be built with two circuits, which are linked together to maximize the surface area
of the coil regardless of which circuit is operating.
A. Air-Cooled Systems
1. The indoor unit shall consist of an evaporator section including evaporator coil, blower package,
controls, electrical section, and refrigerant piping internal to the evaporator coil and compressor will
be sealed with a positive pressure of dry nitrogen.
2. Refrigerant piping required for interconnecting the evaporator and condenser sections shall be field
supplied and installed to include the refrigerant R-410A required to charge the system.
1. Shall be designed for standard ambient temperature operations of 35°C (95°F) with optional high
ambient temperatures operations of 40°C (105°F) and 46°C (115°F).
2. Shall be a single or dual refrigerant circuit with copper tubes and aluminum fins, complete with low
speed axial fan(s) to reduce the sound pressure level.
3. Frame shall be made of galvanized steel with epoxy powder coat with weather-resistant capabilities.
4. Electrical enclosure shall be weatherproof with a main disconnect mechanically interlocks with the
electrical panel.
5. Axial fans shall be fused and have heavy gauge, vinyl-coated, steel wire fan guards.
6. Axial fan management shall be standard modulating type with phase cutting regulation, for correct
operation during winter months down to temperature of -17.7°C (0°F).
1. Air-cooled condensers with optional low ambient kit shall be designed for lowest allowable ambient
temperature -40°C (-40°F).
2. Shall consist of either 8.1 kg (18 lbs), 11.7 kg (26 lbs) or 27 kg (60 lbs) receiver based on the
condenser refrigerant volume. Shall have a fusible plug, head pressure control valve, check valve,
rotalock valves, heater with thermostat, wire harness, and fully insulated.
B. Heating Options
1. Hot-Water Heat (not available for models 2242, 2542, and 3342)
a. The hot water coil shall be made with copper tubes and aluminum fins in a single row with a air
bleed valve for venting air from the coil from the hot water loop positioned at the highest point of
the coil and accessible from the front.
b. The hot water coil shall have a 3-way modulating valve with an actuator controlled directly by the
microprocessor to ensure close temperature control.
2. Electric Heat
a. Shall consist of a aluminum finned heating elements, complete with manual reset over
temperature thermostat to cut off the power supply to the heater and activate an alarm in the
event of overheating.
b. The electric heat is shall be divided into stages to allow for reduced electrical consumption. These
stages result in excellent temperature regulation according to the needs of the room.
c. The finned heater elements shall be high-efficiency in order to maintain a lower power density on
the surfaces, therefore limiting overheating of the heater elements and increasing their durability.
a. When "Hot-Water Heat" is used in combination with electric heat, hot water heat shall take priority
over the electric heat.
4. Hot Gas Heat (not available for models 2242, 2542, and 3342)
a. Air-cooled systems shall be supplied with a factory installed copper tube and aluminum fin hot gas
heat coil.
b. The coil shall consist of a factory piped and wired 3-way heat reclaim regulator, check valve and
controlled by the microprocessor.
C. Condensate Pump
1. Tape Water Leak Detection Sensor: Shall include a control module to be installed inside the electrical
panel and an external water sensor to be field installed. The maximum wiring distance is 500 m (1640
ft). The water detector sensors can be configured to stop the unit from running upon activating a
water detection alarm.
2. Spot Water Detection Sensor: Shall include a control module to be installed inside the electrical panel
and an external water sensor to be field installed. The maximum wiring distance is 500 m (1640 ft).
The water detector sensors can be configured to stop the unit from running upon activating a water
detection alarm.
1. Smoke/Firestat Option: Shall have a Smoke and Fire Sensor comprising a control module to be
installed inside the electrical panel and an external sensor. The smoke/fire stat shuts the unit down
and provides a visual and audible alarm at the user interface (LCD touch screen display).
2. Remote Fire and Smoke Relay - Shall provide a 24V relay for external connection of the smoke or fire
sensor. The fire stat shuts the unit down and provides a visual and audible alarm at the user interface
(LCD touch screen display).
F. Communication Options
1. TCP/IP serial adapter: This field-installed serial adapter card shall plug directly into the
microprocessor and allow communication between the microprocessor and the customer network or
supervision system via a single Ethernet connection in BACNet IP (pCoWeb), SNMP, Modbus IP, and
TCP/IP simultaneously.
2. RS485 serial adapter: Field-installed serial adapter card that shall plug directly into the
microprocessor to allow communication via an RS485 connection between the microprocessor and
the supervision system of the customer using modus RTU or Johnson Controls Metasys protocol.
3. LON serial adapter: Field-installed serial adapter card that shall plug directly into the microprocessor
to allow communication between the microprocessor and the LON supervision system of the
customer.
4. RS232 serial adapter: This is a field installed serial adapter card that shall plug directly into the
microprocessor to allow communication between the microprocessor and a supervision system
modem via an RS232 connection.
G. Floor Stands
1. Floor Stands shall be fabricated from steel offered in standard applications and available in custom
and fixed heights. The floor stand height shall be _____ mm. (in.).
a. Shall be in fixed heights of 305 mm (12 in.), 457 mm (18 in.), 610 mm (24 in.) and 914 mm (36
in.).
b. Shall be seismically tested and rated to a force of Sds = 2.5 g. Anchorage to the structure was
assumed to be 2.5 in. HILTI kwikbolt TZ expansion anchors with 51 mm (2 in.) embedment into a
102-mm (4-in.) thick, nominal weight concrete slab with the strength of fc'= 4000 psi.
H. Dampers
1. Motorized Dampers
2. Gravity Dampers
I. Sub-bases
1. Sub-base(s) shall be 200-mm (8-in.) high for piping and cable entry under the unit. The external
panels are 1-mm (0.039-in.) thick and are coated on the external side with RAL 9003 epoxy-polyester
paint for long-term durability. The side panels shall have knockouts for piping and electrical control
wiring entry connections.
1. Front Supply Plenum shall be 500-mm (20-in.) in height and provide air discharge in the room using
adjustable grills.
a. The external panels shall be 1-mm (0.039-in.) thick and are coated on the external side with RAL
9003 epoxy-polyester paint for long-term durability. The external panels shall be double walled
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and lined internally with 15-mm (0.59-in.) thick, 20 kg/m (0.00072 lb/in. ) of density, fiberglass,
heat-insulating material.
1. Return Plenum shall be 500-mm (20-in.) or 305-mm (12-in.) in height installed on the top of the unit.
The 305-mm (12-in.) plenum shall be stackable up to 1120 mm (48 in.). The external panels shall be
1-mm (0.039-in.) thick and are coated on the external side with RAL 9003 epoxy-polyester paint for
long-term durability. The external panels shall be double walled and lined internally with fiberglass
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heat-insulating material 15-mm (0.59-in.) thick, 20 kg/m (0.00072 lb/in. ) of density.
A. General
1. End user shall install cooling units in accordance with the manufacturer unpacking and installation
instructions and guidelines. Install units plumb and level and securely attached in locations indicated.
Maintain manufacturers recommended service clearances.
B. Electrical
1. End user shall install and connect electrical devices furnished by manufacturer that are field installed
per installation instructions and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment. Ensure the electrical
schematic of the system is submitted to electrical contractor for reference.
C. Piping Connections
1. Equipment mechanical connections shall be installed per installation documentation provided by the
manufacturer. Ensure the mechanical piping schematic of the system is submitted to the mechanical
contractor for reference. All equipment piping and connections shall meet local code requirements as
well as field leak-checking procedures.
A. End user shall start-up cooling units per guidance provided with manufacturer operation and maintenance
documentation. Test controls and operation of the system to demonstrate compliance with the site
requirements and specifications.