PMWSCWDC 2

Product Manual PM WSCWDC-2
Centrifugal Compressor Water Chillers

THE DISTINCTION SERIES ¥
Model WSC, Single Compressor, Cooling
Model WDC, Dual Compressor, Cooling
Model HSC, Single Compressor Heat Recovery
Model HDC, Dual Compressor Heat Recovery

Model TSC, Single Compressor, Templifier
R-134a, The Global Refrigerant of Choice
Engineered for flexibility and performance.

Cutaway view of McQuay Model CE 063 Compressor, Nominal 250 Tons
 Controller, 10 Inch VGA Operator Interface, Home Screen

MicroTech II
Table of Contents
Introduction..............................................................3 Refrigerant Recovery Units ................................... 40
Customer Benefits Summary....................................5 Refrigerant Monitors ............................................. 42
Heat Recovery Models ...........................................12 Unit Selection ........................................................ 44
Control Features.....................................................15 Application Considerations ................................... 46
Building Automation Systems................................20 Chiller Identification.............................................. 57
Unit Design Features..............................................22 Physical Data and Weights .................................... 58
Options and Accessories ........................................32 Dimensions ............................................................ 60
Motor Controllers...................................................34 Specifications......................................................... 73
Cover pictures: Upper unit: Model WSC 087, 500 ton single compressor chiller with factory-mounted starter
Lower unit: Model WDC 126, 2000 ton, dual compressor chiller
Document: PM WSCWDC-2
Revision: July 2003
Replaces: PM WSCWDC-1
Manufactured in an ISO Certified Facility.
Initial Issue October, 1999 McQuay International

"McQuay" is registered trademark of McQuay International
Data and illustrations cover McQuay International products at the time of publication and we reserve the right to
make changes in design and construction at anytime without notice.
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Introduction
There is an excellent reason for naming McQuay’s centrifugal chiller products as “THE
DISTINCTION SERIES”. Our chillers offer customers an unbeatable combination of
performance, reliability, unique construction features, a long-term refrigerant, and
advanced control technology, all adding up to a superior value. After reviewing our
features and benefits, choose the superior value of McQuay centrifugal chillers for your
next project.
“THE DISTINCTION SERIES”.
Model WDC, Dual Compressor Chiller

• 160 to 2500 tons capacity
• Outstanding part load performance
• Duplicate running gear for excellent
reliability
• Refer to page 9 for description
Model WSC, Single Compressor Chiller

• 80 to 1250 tons capacity
• Excellent full load performance
• Refer to page 5 for description
Model TSC, Templifier Water Heater

• Recovers waste heat
• 5,000 MBH to 24,000 MBH capacity
• Hot water to 140°F
• Refer to page 13
Model HDC/HSC, Heat Recovery Chiller

• Recovers heat normally lost in cooling towers
• Produces simultaneous cooling and heating
• Refer to page 12
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Wide Choice of Capacities and Efficiencies
The range of capacities and chiller types shown in the following chart gives the plant
designer the ability to pick and chose the exact capacity, optimum chiller type and
efficiency for either a single or multiple unit chiller plant. This flexibility is also a
tremendous asset for replacement chiller applications.
McQuay Offers the Widest Choice of ARI Certified, Ozone Safe Centrifugal Chillers
TONS 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500
Single Compressor Chillers

Single Compressor with VFD
Dual Compressor Chillers
Dual Compressor with VFD
Heat Recovery
Templifier Water Heater
Variable Chilled Water Flow
Tower Economizer Cycle
NOTE: The upper capacity limit for ARI certification on 60 Hz service is 2,000 tons, on 50 Hz service, the range is
703kW to 3516 kW. McQuay dual compressor chillers with or without VFD are available up to 2,500 tons.
 Controller Makes a Difference

MicroTech II
Operator Interface Touchscreen

McQuay’s 10-inch super VGA touchscreen is truly
“operator friendly”. All important unit operating data is
clearly displayed and selectable at a touch of the screen.
Setpoint changes are easy to accomplish and monitor to
reduce any chance of error. Trend data of important
parameters can be downloaded from an on-board floppy
drive.
Easy BAS Integration BB

McQuay’s exclusive Protocol Selectability feature pro-
vides a factory-installed communication module. You select
BACnet, LONMARK or Modbus communications for
control and monitoring information to be sent to your BAS,
without the need for costly gateways.
Distributed Control
Each chiller has a microprocessor controller for unit function plus a separate microprocessor for
each compressor. Should the operator interface panel and/or the unit controller be unavailable,
the compressor controller(s) will maintain chiller operation, greatly increasing unit reliability.

Customer Benefits Summary
All McQuay Distinction Series units offer the following benefits. See the additional
referenced pages for details.
Excellent Performance
It is important to choose a performance philosophy consistent with your application. McQuay
has a solution for your specific application. Contact your local McQuay sales office for
computer selections of chillers to match your requirements.
The following chart provides recommendations for the model choice for your application.
Application McQuay Model

Most hours at full load WSC – Single compressor chiller
Most hours at part load WDC – Dual compressor chiller
Heating application TSC – Templifier water heater
Simultaneous cooling and heating HSC/HDC – Heat recovery chillers
Optimized part load performance Variable frequency drive options
Sustainable Performance
Although frequently overlooked, an important point to consider when selecting a chiller is the
sustainability of the purchased performance. All McQuay centrifugal chillers are positive
pressure design, using R-134a refrigerant (the first manufacturer to do so) and the chiller
performance is sustainable for the life of the unit. On the other hand, chillers using R-123, with
negative pressure designs, will loose capacity as air and moisture seep into the refrigeration
system. As the volume of air and moisture increases, the performance penalty increases. For
example, if a negative pressure design chiller is purchased at 0.58 kW/ton with the assumption of
100% refrigerant in the unit, the performance, with a 3% penalty for air and moisture
contamination, will deteriorate to 0.60 kW/ton. The owner will not be receiving the purchased
efficiency. With McQuay’s positive pressure design, there is no penalty for non-condensables
entering the unit.
R-134a Refrigerant
All McQuay centrifugal chillers use R-134a instead of R-123 refrigerant, which is still being
used by a few manufacturers. R-134a offers the following distinct customer benefits.
Positive Pressure Design
R-134a chillers operate with the entire system above atmospheric pressure at all times. In the
event of a small leak, refrigerant escapes from the chiller to the atmosphere, which allows easy
detection and repair. With R-123, air leaks into the system, making leak detection and repair a
difficult task.
No Purge Unit
Even with the best and newest purge units, some refrigerant will be discharged to the
atmosphere. Purge units, with their compressor, tanks and piping can be high maintenance
components.
No Annual Lubricant Maintenance
Annual oil maintenance is required with low-pressure designs, increasing owning cost. When air
and moisture seep into a negative pressure machine, the acid and corrosion that can form must be
removed periodically. McQuay’s positive pressure design does not require this maintenance.
Under normal operation, the oil charge and filter are good for the life of the unit!

No Vessel Heating Blankets
When negative pressure chillers are expected to be inoperative for a long period of time, during
winter shutdown for example, it is common to apply an electric heating blanket to the evaporator
in order to raise the refrigerant pressure above atmospheric. In other words, try to force it to
behave like a McQuay R-134a unit! The initial and operating costs of these blankets are not
necessary with a McQuay chiller.
No Refrigerant Availability Issue
R-134a is considered a solution to refrigerant environmental issues because it does not have a
phase-out date. R-123 cannot be used in new equipment after the year 2020. History has shown
us that a practical refrigerant phase out occurs well in advance of the Montreal Protocol’s
mandate. Since R-123 has been primarily used only in chillers and only since 1995, there is a
limited quantity available for recycling to meet service needs to 2030. It is already capped in the
United States and will be reduced to 0.5% by 2020 for service use only until 2030. It is
considered highly unlikely that the phase out dates will be extended.
Lower Health Risk with McQuay’s R-134a
R-134a is listed as an “A1” refrigerant as defined by ASHRAE Standard 15, which means that it
has the lowest toxicity and flammability rating. R-123 is rated as “B1”, which means it is toxic
to humans and also carries a low flammability rating. In the event of a refrigerant release, the
likelihood of personnel risk is lower with R-134a.
Smaller Equipment Rooms
As a general rule, the physical size of an R-134a positive pressure chiller will be smaller than a
negative pressure chiller, reducing equipment room size. R-123 requires a much larger
refrigerant flow rate than R-134a, with a subsequent increase in component size.
Gear Drive Advantage

Lower Vibration
A gear-driven compressor runs at higher impeller rotational speeds but tends to have less
vibration than the larger, much heavier, direct drive units. All McQuay compressors must pass a
stringent vibration test while running on the production test stands. Spring isolators are
normally not required for most applications.
Unique Lubrication System
With the higher rotational speeds and much lighter running components compared to direct drive
units, efficient hydrodynamic bearings can be used. The shafts are supported on a film of
lubricant, rather than running with metal-to-metal contact, typical of rolling element bearings.
Under normal circumstances, the McQuay bearings have a theoretical infinite life while rolling
element bearings do not.
Unmatched Unloading
McQuay’s Distinction Series chillers offer unloading to 10% of full load for a WSC single
compressor chiller and 5% for a WDC dual compressor unit, without using inefficient hot gas
bypass. This unloading capability, unique in the industry, provides improved stability of the
chilled water temperature and less harmful cycling of compressors in installations subject to
operation at low cooling loads. There are significant reasons for this beneficial operating
characteristic, including.......

Moveable Diffuser
McQuay has pioneered the use of moveable discharge geometry to lower the surge point of
centrifugal compressors. The point at which the compressor enters a stall or surge condition
generally limits compressor unloading. At low loads, low gas velocity through a fixed discharge
area results in low gas velocities and the gas can stall or
surge in the impeller. When in a stall condition, the
refrigerant gas is unable to enter the volute due to its low
velocity and remains stalled in the impeller. In a surge
condition the gas rapidly reverses direction in the impeller
causing excessive vibration and heat. McQuay compressors
reduce the discharge area as load decreases to maintain gas
velocity and greatly reduce the tendency to stall or surge.
See page 26 for a complete description.
Moveable diffuser closing off impeller discharge area
Thermal Expansion Valve

Pilot expansion valve
Main expansion valve
There are three refrigerant control devices used in the

industry, expansion valves, fixed orifices, and float
systems. Of the three, only expansion valves, as used
by McQuay, offer good refrigerant management
throughout the entire chiller operating range.
Expansion valves help the McQuay chillers achieve
their industry leading capacity reduction capability.
Quiet Operation
McQuay chillers have two unique features to limit sound generation. One is the unique liquid
injection system and the other is that McQuay chillers get quieter as they unload.
Liquid Injection
A small amount of liquid refrigerant is taken from
the condenser and injected into the compressor
discharge area. The liquid droplets absorb sound
energy and reduce the compressor’s overall sound
level. The droplets evaporate and reduce discharge
superheat.
Radial ports inject liquid refrigerant into the

discharge gas as it enters the volute.

Quieter as Chiller Unloads
Many centrifugal compressors become louder as they unload. McQuay’s design results in a
reduction in sound levels at lower loads, where most chillers spend most of their operating hours.
Power Loss Damage Protection
Unfortunately, loss of electric power without
allowing chillers to proceed through their
normal shutdown sequence, is becoming
common in many areas. When this occurs, most
compressors must coast to a stop without
benefit of their lubricant pump running. Poor
lubrication at this point can damage the bearings
and reduce compressor life. McQuay
compressors are equipped with a lubricant
reservoir and a piston with a compressed spring
that provides pressurized lubricant to the
bearings during the coast-down period. The
compressors also decelerate quickly due to the
Piston and spring low inertia.
Lubricant reservoir
Standard Refrigerant Storage Capability

The condensers on McQuay Distinction Series chillers are
sized to hold the entire chiller refrigerant charge and are
provided with the necessary valves to isolate this charge. This
feature eliminates the need for separate storage vessels in most
applications.
Discharge line check valve

combines with main liquid
shutoff valve to isolate the
condenser
McQuay Startup
All McQuay centrifugal chillers are commissioned by McQuayService personnel, or by
authorized McQuay startup technicians. This procedure helps assure that proper starting and
checkout procedures are employed and helps in a speedy commissioning process.

WDC, Dual Compressor Chillers
One WDC Dual Compressor Chiller

= Two Single Compressor Chillers
Lower equipment costs than two separate chillers
Lower installation cost than two separate chillers
Lower annual operating cost than either one large or two small chillers
Less equipment room space required than for two separate chillers
Capacity reduction to 5% of design cooling tons
Standby redundancy for most of the cooling season
Industry Leading Efficiency
When coupled with McQuay's variable frequency drive, the extremely efficient Dual Compressor
Chillers become the most efficient chillers available in the market place with IPLVs in the low
0.3s kW per ton. IPLV conditions are set by ARI and subject to stringent testing. Insist on ARI
certified IPLV efficiency when making comparisons.
The Redundancy Feature
The McQuay dual centrifugal chillers have two of everything, connected to a common evaporator
and condenser - two compressors, two lubrication systems, two control systems, two starters.
If any component on a compressor system fails, the component can be removed or repaired
without shutting down the other compressor; providing an automatic back-up with at least 60
percent of the chiller design capacity available.
In the unlikely event of a motor burnout, the chiller refrigerant charge will not be contaminated.
This is so well proven that it is guaranteed for five years. Contact the local McQuay sales office
for details. In areas supported by McQuayService, if a motor burnout contaminates the
refrigerant in the chiller, the charge will be replaced free for a period of five years from start-up.
60 Percent Capacity on One Compressor
When one compressor is running, it is able to utilize the heat transfer area of the entire chiller-
twice the amount found on a single compressor chiller. This huge amount of surface provides
exceptional part load efficiency and lets a single compressor operate at 60 percent of the entire
unit capacity. In most building, this will carry the load most of the time.

Why a Compressor Motor Failure Will Not Contaminate the Common
Refrigerant Circuit
The compressor motor is isolated from the main refrigerant flow circuit so that any contaminants
generated by a motor failure will not pass into the main refrigerant circuit. Moisture, acid and/or
carbon particles would be automatically trapped within the compressor’s dedicated coolant feed
and exit lines.
Internally, the compressor motor compartment is separated and sealed from the main refrigerant
compression chamber. A double shaft seal on the motor side of the gear housing prevents cross
flow of refrigerant along the motor shaft. The motor coolant feed line is equipped with both a
solenoid valve and a check valve. These mechanical components, plus the higher pressure of the
liquid refrigerant, prevent backfeed into the main refrigerant system. Refrigerant vapor exiting
the motor compartment must pass through a high pressure drop combination filter-drier. The
filter-drier is sized to immediately plug up and seal off the motor compartment. Both the coolant
feed and return lines are equipped with manual shutoff valves to permit component service.
Over 30 years of field experience have proven the reliability of these compressor motors.
Despite the reliability inherent in the motor design and the protective control, electrical
distribution system faults and lightning strikes can occur that are beyond the control of the most
conscientious designer. The McQuay motor coolant protective system protects the unit
refrigerant charge from being contaminated.
Figure 1, Motor Cooling

Part Load Efficiency
Chillers usually spend 99% of their operating hours under part load conditions, and most of this
time at less that 60% of design capacity. One compressor of a dual chiller operates with the full
heat transfer surface of the entire unit. For example, one 500-ton (1,750 kW) compressor on a
1,000 ton (3,500 kW) dual chiller utilizes 1,000 tons (3500 kW) of evaporator and condenser
surface. This increases the compressor’s capacity and also results in very high efficiency.
Typical efficiencies for a dual compressor chiller, taken from a selection computer run, look like
this:
• Full load efficiency 0.550 kW per ton (6.5 COP)
• 60% load, one compressor 0.364 kW per ton (9.6 COP)
• IPLV 0.415 kW per ton (8.5COP)
The addition of VFDs to the dual compressor chiller produces an astonishing ARI certified IPLV
of 0.340 for the above case. Specific selections can vary up or down from this example. IPLV is
defined in the Selection section of this manual beginning on page 41.
Lower Installed Costs

The redundancy feature pays off in lower installed costs
An example of how to incorporate dual compressor chillers into a system requiring redundancy:
Job requirement: 1,200 tons (4200 kW), 50% Backup
Single Compressor Method Dual Compressor Method
(2) 600 ton (2100 kW) On Line Units (2) 750 ton (2100 kW) Units with
+(1) 600 (2100 kW) ton Standby Unit 1,200 (4200 kW) On Line tons *
(3) @ 1,800 ton (6300 kW) Installed Capacity (2) @ 1500 ton (5250 kW) Installed Capacity
* One 750-ton (2100 kW) chiller running on two compressors for 750 tons (2100 kW), plus one
750-ton (2100 kW) chiller running on one compressor for 60% of 750 tons (2100 kW) = 450
tons (1575 kW), for a total of 1200 tons (4200 kW) on any 3 of the 4 total compressors.
The elimination of the extra pumps, valves, piping, controls, rigging, and floor space can result
in as much as a 35% reduction in the installation cost for a chiller plant, plus the savings on the
chillers themselves.
The Replacement Market Advantage

• Bolt-together construction on single and dual compressor chillers
• Put 20% or more tons in the same footprint
• Add dual compressor redundancy
• Greatly reduce chiller energy consumption
• Install a refrigerant with no phase-out date
• Opens many options for multiple chiller plants

Heat Recovery Models
For decades, McQuay International has pioneered the use of heat recovery chillers and the
unique McQuay Templifier Heat Pump Water Heater to reduce energy costs. These products
have become more important than ever with the current emphasis on total building efficiency.
ASHRAE Efficiency Standard 90.1 mandates the use of heat recovery equipment of this type in a
wide range of buildings.
Heat Recovery Chillers
The heat recovery chillers, Models HSC and HDC, parallel
the cooling-only models, WSC and WDC, with single and
dual compressors respectively. The heat recovery chillers
have a single condenser with split bundles, i.e., two separate
water passages divided by separate water heads as shown in
the photograph to the right. The inboard water connections
are connected to the cooling tower, the other water side is
connected to the heating system.
The economic feasibility of hot water generated with these
units depends on heating and cooling load profiles and on
the relative cost of the available energy sources. A
compressor’s kw per ton is heavily influenced by the
pressure head it is pumping against. During heat recovery
operation, all of the cooling load is operating against the
high head required by the hot water temperature. For this
reason, it is desirable to maximize the percentage of the total
rejected heat used for the heating load.
McQuay’s economic evaluation program, Energy Analyzer, available on CD from your local
McQuay sales office, is the perfect tool to determine the economic feasibility of using this
proven technology. See the McQuay PM Heat Recovery catalog for more information.
Figure 2, Heat Recovery Chiller Piping Schematic

HEAT LOAD
AUXILIARY
HEATER
OPEN TC
CIRCUIT RECOVERY
TOWER CONDENSER
TOWER HEAT RECOVERY

CONDENSER CHILLER
TC
LEGEND
TC TEMPERATURE CONTROL POINT EVAPORATOR
PUMP
COOLING
LOAD

 Heat Pump Water Heaters
Templifier
Model TSC, 3,000 to 24,000 MBH (880 to 7,000 kW) Heating Capacity
The Model TSC Templifier

was developed in the 1970s,
after the 1973 oil embargo, as
COOLING
TOWER
HEATING SUPPLE-
a device to replace fossil-fired
MENTAL
LOAD
HEATER water heaters with electric
125°F 135°F
heaters. The concept was
(57°C)
(52°C)
simple; direct a stream of
CONDENSER warm waste heat to the
TC
evaporator of a refrigeration
85°F
(29°C)
95°F
(35°C)
90°F
(32°)
unit, amplify the temperature
CONDENSER EVAPORATOR of the heat through the
TC
TEMPLIFIER HEAT
PUMP WATER HEATER compression cycle, and then
55°F
(13°C)
45°F
(7°C)
deliver the heat from the
EVAPORATOR
condenser, at a higher useful
CHILLER TC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
temperature, to a heating load.
The flow diagram shown to
the left illustrates how the
COOLING
LOAD Templifier unit is placed in a
chilled water system. The
decision to include a
Templifier water heater is almost always a financial one. Evaluation of load profiles, energy
costs, and owning costs is made simple by using the McQuay Energy Analyzer evaluation
program to determine if the return on investment meets the owner’s requirements.
When there is sufficient waste heat available, Templifier units can be very attractive where fossil
fuels are not available, or where their use is restricted due to pollution problems or other reasons.
Compared to electric resistance heating, the energy cost for a Templifier unit to heat domestic
water, for example, could be 7 to 8 times less!
Where to Use Templifier Water Heaters

Typical Building Types Typical Applications
Hotels/Motels Schools Space Heating Service Hot
Health Care Food Service Outside Air Laundries
Athletic Facilities Nursing Homes Reheat Kitchens
Resorts
Typical COPs
Hot Water Temperatures 110°F 120°F 130°F 140°F
COP (Based on 85°F off Chiller to Templifier) 8.3 6.8 6.0 4.5
The Templifier Water heater has also found innumerable applications in industries such as food
processing, recovering waste heat and supplying hot process water, as high as 140°F, at high
COPs and low cost. See the McQuay PM Templifier catalog for additional information.

Typical Templifier Applications
Service Hot Water Piping Intermediate Heat Exchanger
OUTPUT Ground Water Heat Source
140°F
(60°C)
RETURN /
MAKEUP
STORAGE
TANK
140°F
STANDBY /
(60°C)
AUXILIARY HEAT
140°F
T-C (60°C)
CONDENSER
EVAPORATOR
TEMPLIFIER
HEAT
SOURCE
Heat Recovery from a Water Source Heat Pump System

Control Features
 Controls
Chillers Feature MicroTech II
McQuay has incorporated the latest microprocessor technology into the MicroTech II control
system to give you the ultimate in chiller control. The control includes many energy-saving
features to keep your chiller running efficiently . . . day in, day out, for years to come.
Figure 3, Unit Controller and Operator Interface Touch Screen

The unit controller and operator interface
touchscreen mounted on a chiller unit are
shown to the right. The touch screen panel is
on an adjustable arm so that it can be
positioned comfortably for each operator. The
right side of the panel contains a built-in
floppy drive from which data can be
conveniently downloaded. These design
features optimize ease use.
Figure 4, Compressor Controller

A major feature of the
MicroTech II controller, as
applied to chillers, is the
distributive control scheme. The
picture to the right shows the
compressor control panel (with
cover removed) mounted at the
rear of the unit, adjacent to the
compressor itself. This panel
also contains the oil pump
contactor and overload. Model
WDC dual compressor chillers
have two such panels. Also on
the pLAN (control network) is
the unit controller and operator interface touch screen. If the interface touch screen and/or unit
controller is out of service, the chiller can continue to operate on the compressor controller
alone. This feature provides unprecedented reliability in a chiller control system.

MicroTech II Features and Benefits
FEATURE BENEFIT
Easy integration into a building management Designer can to select any BAS supplier using
system via McQuay’s exclusive Protocol industry standard protocols and know the
Selectability feature. MicroTech II control will interface directly with it.
Easy to read, adjustable, 10 inch, Super VGA Operators can observe chiller operation at a
color touchscreen operator interface glance, easily select various detail screens and
change setpoints
Water temperatures, refrigerant pressures, and

Historic trend data-can be downloaded to a
motor load plots can provide valuable unit
floppy disk
operation data
Precise ± 0.2 °F chilled water control Provides stability in chilled water system
Proactive pre-shutdown correction of Activates alarm and modifies chiller operation

“unusual conditions” allows chiller to stay to provide maximum possible cooling
online
Automatic control of chilled water and Integrated lead/lag and automatic engagement
condenser water pumps of backup pump
Controls up to four stages of tower fans and Optimum integrated control of cooling tower
modulation of tower fan and/or bypass valve water based on system conditions
Twenty-five previous alarm descriptions are

Invaluable asset in troubleshooting
stored in memory
Multiple language capability

Great asset for world-wide applications
metric/ in-lb unit selection
Designed with the System Operator in Mind

Reliable, economic use of any chiller depends largely on an easy operator interface. That’s why
operation simplicity was one of the main considerations in the development of the MicroTech II
controller. The operator interface with the chiller is a 10-inch, Super VGA color touch-screen.
The operator can clearly see the entire chiller graphically displayed, with key operating
parameters viewable on the screen. Other screens, such as alarm history, are easily accessed
through touch screen buttons. See the following pages for some typical screens.
Proactive Control
By constantly monitoring chiller status, the MicroTech II controller will automatically take
proactive measures to relieve abnormal conditions or shut the unit down if a fault occur. For
example, if a problem occurs in the cooling tower and discharge pressure starts to rise, the
controller will automatically hold the load point and activate an alarm signal. A further rise in
pressure will initiate compressor unloading in an effort to maintain the setpoint pressure. If the
pressure continues to rise, the unit will shut off at the cutout pressure setting.

Alarm History for Easy Troubleshooting
The MicroTech II controller's memory retains a record of faults and a time/date stamp. The
controller's memory (no batteries required) can retain and display the cause of the current fault
and the last twenty-five fault conditions. This method for retaining the fault is extremely useful
for troubleshooting and maintaining an accurate record of unit performance and history.
The MicroTech II controller features a two-level password security system to provide protection
against unauthorized use.
Figure 5, MicroTech II Controller Home Screen
The Home Screen shown above is the primary viewing screen. It gives real time data on unit
status, water temperatures, chilled water setpoint and motor amp draw. This display answers the
vital question-is the chiller doing what it is supposed to be doing?
If an alarm occurs, a red button
appears on the screen (a remote
signal is also available). Pressing
this button accesses the Active
Fault Screen that gives complete
fault information. The fault can be
quickly and easily cleared at this
point.
Changing Setpoints
Changing setpoints is easy with
the McQuay MicroTech II control.
For example, to change the chilled
water set point, press SET from
any screen, then press the WATER
button and this screen appears,
press button #1, Leaving Water
Temperature, and you are ready to
input a new value.

Trend Logging
Ever wonder how your
chiller performed last week?
Were you holding the correct
chilled water temperature?
What kind of cooling load
did the chiller have?
The McQuay MicroTech II
controller can provide the
answers, thanks to its huge
memory, and plot water
temperatures, refrigerant
pressures, and motor load
data. These values can also
be downloaded through a
convenient floppy drive,
located right in the Interface
Panel, and pasted into a
spreadsheet for archiving or
further evaluation.
MicroTech II Controller Increases Chiller Operating Economy

Many standard features have been incorporated into MicroTech II control in order to maintain the
operating economy of McQuay centrifugal chillers. In addition to replacing normal relay logic
circuits, we’ve enhanced the controller's energy saving capabilities with the following features:
• Direct control of water pumps. Optically isolated, digital output relays provide automatic
lead-lag of the evaporator and condenser pumps, permitting pump operation only when
required.
• User-programmable compressor soft loading. Prevents excessive power draw during pull
down from high chilled water temperature conditions.
• Chilled-water reset. Accomplished directly on the unit by resetting the leaving water
temperature based on the return water temperature. A remote 4-20 ma or 1-5 VDC BAS
signal can also be used to reset the leaving water. Raising the chilled water setpoint during
periods of light loads dramatically reduces electrical consumption.
• Demand limit control. Maximum motor current draw can be set on the panel, or can be
adjusted from a remote 4-20ma or 1-5 VDC BAS signal. This feature controls maximum
demand charges during high usage periods.
• Condenser water temperature control. Capable of four stages of tower fan control, plus an
optional analog control of either a three-way tower-bypass valve or variable speed tower-fan
motor. Stages are controlled from condenser-water temperature. The three-way valve can be
controlled to a different water temperature or track the current tower stage. This allows
optimum chilled water plant performance based upon specific job requirements.
• Staging Options (Multiple Chiller Installations). The MicroTech II controller is capable of
compressor staging decisions and balancing compressor loads between McQuay chillers
using defaults or operator-defined staging.
• Plotting Historic Trends. Past operation of the chiller can be plotted as trend lines and even
downloaded to spread sheets for evaluation - a valuable tool for optimizing efficiency.

Starter Data Displayed
As standard, the percent of rated load amps (RLA) is displayed on the interface screen as a bar
chart. In addition, there are two options available to display additional starter data on screen.
The options are:
• Ammeter Display, which displays phase amps and average amps
• Full Metering Display, which displays phase and average amps, phase and average volts,
compressor kilowatts, power factor and unit kilowatt-hours.
These options, in particular the full metering option, give the owner/operator a great deal of
valuable electrical information in an easily accessed screen.
WDC Chiller Controls

Each model WDC dual compressor chiller comes complete with its own factory-mounted and
wired MicroTech II controller system featuring:
• Ten-inch color touchscreen operator interface panel
• Microprocessor-based unit controller
• Microprocessor-based controller for each compressor
This distributed control scheme allows the operation of each compressor independently from the
other. Elapsed time, number of starts, percent RLA; are all monitored separately by each
MicroTech II control panel. In addition, individual compressor fault history, setpoint control,
loading functions, time of day starts, etc., can be controlled and monitored.
Compressor staging and the load balance function are a standard feature of each MicroTech II
control. Smart scheduling starts the compressor with the fewest number of starts first, and will
only start remaining compressors when proof of sufficient load has been established. The
staging function will stop the compressor with the most run-hours when the load decreases to
single compressor range. During two-compressor operation, the load balance function will
equalize the load between each compressor, providing optimum unit efficiency.
25% or greater annual kWh savings over the range of 5% to 60% design tons
The majority of comfort cooling systems operate at 60% or less of building design tons for most
of the year. A great number of those operating hours occur between 50% and 60% design
cooling capacity.
For that reason, the Model WDC chiller was designed to produce up to 60% unit capacity with a
single operating compressor, efficiently and reliably.
That performance is achieved by a combination of individual component features that include
compressor design, operating control, double heat transfer surface, and refrigerant flow control.

Versatile Communications Capabilities Give You Even More Control
For complete flexibility there are three ways to interface with the MicroTech II controller:
1. Direct entry and readout locally at the controller's operator interface panel on the unit
2. Direct entry as above, plus digital and analog input/output signals for certain functions such
as enable run input, alarm signal output, 4-20ma or 0-5 VDC inputs for chilled water reset
and load limiting, pump and tower fan control, analog output for variable speed fan or tower
bypass
3. Interface with a building automation systems (BAS) with optional factory-installed Protocol
Selectability communication modules, eliminating additional gateways. The module can
also be field installed anytime after the unit is installed and operating.
Building Automation Systems

All MicroTech II controllers are capable of communications, providing seamless integration and
comprehensive monitoring, control, and two-way data exchange with industry standard protocols
such as LONMARK, Modbus or BACnet.
 Benefits
Protocol Selectability
• Easy to integrate into your building automation system of choice
• Factory-installed and tested communication module
• Comprehensive point list for system integration, equipment monitoring and alarm
notification
• Provides efficient equipment operation
• Owner/designer can select the BAS that best meets building requirements
• Comprehensive data exchange
Integration Made Easy

McQuay unit controllers strictly conform to the interoperability guidelines of the LONMARK
Interoperability Association and the BACnet Manufacturers Association. They have received:
• LONMARK certification with optional LONWORKS communication module
Protocol Options
• BACnet MS/TP • LONWORKS (FTT-10A)
• BACnet IP • Modbus RTU
• BACnet Ethernet
The BAS communication module can be ordered with a chiller and factory-mounted or can be
field-mounted at any time after the chiller unit is installed.

Table 1, Typical Data Point Availability
Typical Data Points1 (W = Write, R = Read)
Active Setpoint R Cond EWT R Evap Water Pump Status R
Actual Capacity R Cond Flow Switch Status R Heat Recovery EWT R
Capacity Limit Output R Cond LWT R Heat Recovery LWT R
Capacity Limit Setpoint W Cond Pump Run Hours R Heat Setpoint W
Chiller Enable W Cond Refrigerant Pressure R2 Ice Setpoint W
Chiller Limited R Cond Sat. Refrigerant Temp R2 Liquid Line Refrigerant Pressure
Chiller Local/Remote R Cond Water Pump Status R Liquid Line Refrigerant Temp R
Chiller Mode Output R Cool Setpoint W Maximum Send Time W
Chiller Mode Setpoint W Current Alarm R Minimum Send Time W
Chiller On/Off R Default Values W Network Clear Alarm W
Chiller Status R Evap EWT R Oil Feed Pressure R
Compressor Discharge Temp R Evap Flow Switch Status R Oil Feed Temp R
Compressor Percent RLA R Evap LWT for Unit R Oil Sump Pressure R
Compressor Run Hours R Evap LWT for Compressor R Oil Sump Temp R
Compressor Select W Evap Pump Run Hours R Outdoor Air Temp
Compressor Starts R Evap Refrigerant Pressure R2 Pump Select W
Compressor Suction Line Temp R Evap Sat. Refrigerant Temp R2 Run Enabled R
Notes:
1. Data points available are dependent upon options selected
2. Per compressor
Figure 6, Sample System Architecture

Unit Design Features
Compressor Design
Gear Drive Offers Greater Operating Efficiency Than Direct Drive
Centrifugal compressor efficiency is a function of impeller design and application to the
refrigeration system. The increased heat transfer surface and efficiency of modern heat
exchangers have changed compressor head and impeller tip speed requirements. Direct drive
designs limit the manufacturer’s ability, within a single compressor size, to select impellers at or
near peak impeller efficiency. While a unit selected at poor impeller efficiency might produce
the required performance at peak load, its operating characteristics over the entire range of part
load performance are sharply curtailed, resulting in increased annual operating costs. McQuay
gear drive centrifugal chillers provide a variety of tip speed ratios to permit selection of
impellers for maximum efficiency over their entire part load to full load range and are ideal for
50 Hz application. Mechanical gear losses are limited by design standards to less than one-half
of 1%. The impeller efficiency obtained by alternate gear selections can increase chiller
efficiency by as much as 7%. As energy costs continue to rise, the economic advantages of gear
drive to obtain maximum efficiencies will be even more advantageous. The efficiency of either
direct drive or gear drive compressor can be improved through the use of variable frequency
drives to reduce compressor speed at low load/low head conditions.
Extended Motor Life

McQuay’s modern compact compressor design provides many operating advantages that improve
its overall reliability and durability. One such advantage is prolonged motor life. A motor draws
locked rotor current until it reaches break-away torque at approximately 80% of its running
speed. While drawing locked rotor current, the stresses on the motor are over six times that of
full load. The McQuay compressors absolutely minimize this stress through the unique gear
drive and light weight drive train that allows a 500-ton (1750 kW) compressor to reach running
speed in less than three seconds. The owner benefits from a longer motor life.
The REAL FACTS on Speed, RPM and Tip Speed in Centrifugal

Compressors
The question: "How fast does it spin?" is common when discussing compressors. There is a
widespread concept that the impeller rotating speed (rpm) is the determining factor in the life,
reliability, and efficiency of the compressor. This is absolutely false. An engineering
examination will show that rpm, as an absolute, is not considered in the design of rotating
mechanical components. It is the combination of velocity of the outside edge of the impeller (tip
speed), mass, and physical size that define the design criteria for these components. Shaft,
bearing, and impeller design is based on parameters such as surface velocity, diameter, weight,
rotational and torsional critical speed, as well as the type of material and lubrication system
used.
Stress on an impeller is proportional to the square of the tip speed. Rotational speed is only
part of the equation along with impeller diameter.
In centrifugal compressor design, two parameters, impeller diameter and impeller tip speed, must
be determined. Impeller diameter is determined by the required volume flow rate supplied to the
inlet of the impeller. Refrigerants which operate at a negative pressure such, as HCFC-123 have
high cfm/ton (m3/kW) flow rates and require larger diameter impellers and refrigerant lines to
keep pressure drop to reasonable levels.

Systems with refrigerants that operate at a positive pressure, such as R-134a, have smaller
impellers and gas lines since these refrigerants require lower gas flow rates. R-123 requires
approximately six times the gas flow rate in cfm per ton than R-134a. At ARI standard
conditions, 18.1 cfm (8.54 l/sec) of R-123 is required per ton of refrigeration. Contrast this to R-
134a that requires only 3.2 cfm (1.5 l/sec) per ton. This means that for a given capacity, the
cross-sectional area of the impeller inlet "wheel eye" as well as the suction and discharge lines
will be six times larger for R-123 than for R-134a at equivalent pressure drops. The wheel eye
diameter is the major factor in determining the overall impeller diameter and geometry.
Designers of centrifugal equipment must also consider the tip speed requirement. To produce
the required pressure difference or lift, a centrifugal impeller must achieve a given tip speed. Tip
speed is the velocity of the "tip" of the impeller relative to its surroundings. Imagine an observer
standing on the impeller. The observer sees his surroundings pass by him at a certain velocity.
This velocity is the impeller tip speed, usually expressed in feet per second (meters per second).
An analogy can be drawn to a car driving down a road. The tip speed of the tire is equal to the
speed of the car.
Since all the refrigerants that have been discussed require tip speeds in the range of 670 to 700
ft/sec (204 to 213 m/sec), we see that the impeller angular velocity (rpm) is largely affected by
its diameter. It was pointed out earlier that negative pressure impellers must be larger than those
in positive pressure machines due to the drastic differences in required gas flow rates. Larger
diameter impellers must rotate at slower rpm than smaller diameter impellers. Referring again to
the car example demonstrates that different combinations of diameter and rpm produce the same
tip speed. Imagine a freeway carrying vehicles with different size tires all traveling at 55 mph.
The tip speed of all of the tires is fixed at 55 mph even though the small tires of a utility trailer
rotate at a much higher rpm than the tires of a tractor-trailer.
The relationship of diameter and tip speed can be shown by the following equation:
RPM = [TipSpeed ( fps ) x 229.2] / Diameter (in.)
RPM = [TipSpeed (m / s ) x1910] / Diameter (cm.)
Again, this indicates that for a given speed requirement, a smaller diameter impeller in a
compressor will operate at a higher rpm than a larger diameter impeller. Again:
Stress is proportional to the tip speed2: Impellers with similar tip speeds have similar stress.
Quiet, stable capacity from 10% to 100% without hot gas bypass
Compressor capacity on McQuay chillers is maximized at full load and modulated to 10% load
by interlocked inlet guide vanes and the movable discharge geometry. This McQuay design
innovation has real owner benefits. Most centrifugal compressors do not unload this well and
waste energy at low load conditions by unnecessary compressor cycling or by the use of
inefficient hot gas bypass.
No leakage at the capacity control mechanism

An oil pressure operated, guide vane activating piston is internally mounted and powered,
eliminating leakage from external linkage and seals. The vanes are positioned in response to
variation in leaving chiller water temperature. A built-in compensating control allows automatic
override of normal operation to close the vanes for low suction pressure or current limiting duty.

Figure 7, HFC 134a Impeller Compared to R-123 Impeller
Left: Impeller from a McQuay single

stage 300 ton (1050 kW) compressor;
diameter = 6.3 in. (16 cm), weight = 3.0 lb
(1.4 kg)
Right: One of three impellers from a 300
ton negative pressure compressor;
diameter = 26 in. (66 cm), weight = 27 lb.
12.2 kg)
Single Stage Simplicity = Savings

Compressor efficiency is not a function of multiple impellers. Maintenance of optimum
efficiency at peak and, more importantly, at part load, is a function of the total compressor and
chiller design including:
• Motor efficiency
• Refrigerant type
• Condenser and evaporator surfaces
• Compressor mechanical friction
• Impeller and vane design
• Refrigerant flow passages
Of these, the least considered performance factor on actual versus theoretical performance is the
refrigerant flow passages between the discharge of one impeller and the inlet to the next impeller
on multi-stage machine design. The energy loss in a single passage will be greater or equal to
the loss in the suction passage between the evaporator outlet and the first stage impeller inlet,
depending upon the compactness of the total compressor design. Single stage impeller design
can eliminate that additional loss, and provides an opportunity for maximum system efficiency.
The primary advantage to multi-stage centrifugal operation, in the pressure and volume ranges
characteristic of typical air conditioning systems, is the expansion of impeller head coefficients
at reduced volumetric flows or cooling loads. The McQuay backward inclined single stage
impeller, combined with unique movable diffuser geometry at the impeller discharge, provides a
stable operating range superior to multi-stage systems. Thus, selection of McQuay chillers
permits operation from 100% to 10% capacity (to 5% on WDC dual compressor chillers)
without surging and at maximum efficiency, i.e. no hot gas bypass.
Optimum compressor efficiency is designed into each McQuay impeller. The McQuay
designed impeller not only minimizes pressure loss at the inlet and maximizes compression
efficiency, but also breaks up pure tone sound to operate at competitively low sound power
levels. A simple short diffuser and a volute design passing compressed gas directly into the
condenser maintain the compressor efficiency.

Figure 8, McQuay’s million dollar compressor test stand with advanced data
acquisition provides comprehensive information on new compressor designs.
Bearings
Since the impeller shaft must be sized to support the static, rotational and torsional loads applied
by the impeller, as impellers become larger, shafts must also become proportionally larger.
These factors also come into play in the design or selection of a bearing. The primary criteria
used in bearing design are:
1. The load-per-unit of bearing area.
2. The relative velocity of the two bearing surfaces.
3. The bearing dimensions.
4. The viscosity of the lubricating oil.
Notice that item 2 returns to the phenomenon of tip speed. Surface velocity is simply the tip
speed of the inner bearing surface or shaft with respect to the outer bearing surface as illustrated
in the following diagram.
Figure 9, Bearing Loading
A hydrodynamic bearing is basically two infinite surfaces passing over one another with a
velocity equal to the surface velocity.

Bearing design, and consequently bearing life, is determined largely by the above criteria. Rpm,
by itself as an absolute, is only one half of the equation in the design process. One can also see
that higher rpm and smaller, lighter parts actually reduce the load and wear on bearings.
It is the surface velocity in conjunction with the load to be supported that determines bearing life
and therefore bearing selection. Referring to the analogy of the tractor trailer versus the utility
trailer, one sees that even though the utility trailer tires operate at a much higher rpm, the tractor
trailer wheel bearings must be much more massive due to the much heavier dynamic loading.
Shaft rotating speed has little effect on bearing wear.
The smaller rotating mass of a machine will improve the life of the bearing. Before the shaft
begins to spin, it rests on the bearing surface. Once the shaft starts rotating, an oil film develops
between the shaft and the bearing that supports the shaft. The low mass of a positive pressure
machine not only exerts a smaller static load on the bearings, but the fast spin-up enabled by the
low inertia of the modern gear drive compressor permits the supportive oil film to build up more
quickly.
Liquid refrigerant injection into compressor discharge-Unique

Although this sounds complex, this feature is quite simple. Most of the noise in all centrifugal
compressors results from high gas velocity in the discharge line.
The McQuay liquid injection system injects liquid refrigerant into the discharge gas through a
radial array of ports. This refrigerant mist absorbs sound energy (much like a foggy day) and the
flash gas cools the discharge gas leaving the compressor. The net result is significant noise
reduction.
In addition, by removing superheat from the discharge gas, the condenser becomes more
efficient, improving unit efficiency. Sound Levels -- One Of The Quietest Centrifugal Chillers
In The Industry.
McQuay centrifugal chillers are one of the quietest units available in the marketplace due to
several unique design features.
Quiet full load sound levels and QUIETER part load sound levels-Unique
The highest noise levels for McQuay chillers are at full load. As McQuay chillers unload, noise
levels reduce. Other chillers on the market are typically the opposite, with higher sound levels at
part load. Be certain to compare noise levels at several load conditions.
Moveable Discharge Geometry-
Figure 10, Movable Diffuser Geometry
The other feature to reduce
Gas Flow at Discharge of Gas Flow with
Impeller with Fixed Geometry Movable Geometry noise and increase stability at
Full Load Stall or Surge at Part Load Part Load low loads is the McQuay
movable discharge geometry.
Less refrigerant is circulated
as the chiller capacity reduces.
The left drawing shows the
operation at full load of a unit
with a fixed compressor
discharge cross section. At
full load, a large quantity of
Impeller Impeller Impeller
gas is discharged with a fairly
uniform discharge velocity as
indicated by the arrows.
The middle drawing shows a fixed compressor discharge at reduced capacity. Note that the velocity is
not uniform and the refrigerant tends to reenter the impeller. This is caused by low velocity in the

discharge area and the high pressure in the condenser, resulting in unstable surge operation and with
noise and vibration generated.
The right side drawing shows the unique McQuay movable discharge geometry. As the capacity
reduces, the movable unloader piston travels inward, reducing the discharge cross section area and
maintaining the refrigerant velocity. This arrangement allows capacity reduction to 10%.
Discharge Line Sound Packages
For extremely sensitive projects, an optional discharge line sound package is offered consisting of
sound insulation installed on the unit’s discharge line. An additional 2 to 4 dbA reduction normally
occurs.
ARI Standard 575 Sound Ratings

Sound data in accordance with ARI Standard 575 for individual units are available from your local
McQuay representative. Due to the large number of component combinations and variety of
applications, sound data is not included in this catalog.
Lubrication System
A separately driven electric oil pump
assembly supplies lubrication at controlled
temperature and pressure to all bearing
surfaces and is the source of hydraulic
pressure for the capacity control system.
The control system will not allow the
compressor to start until oil pressure, at the
proper temperature, is established. It also
allows the oil pump to operate after
compressor shutdown to provide lubrica-
tion during coast-down.
Lubricant from the pump is supplied to the
compressor through a water-cooled, brazed-
plate heat exchanger and single or dual
five-micron oil filters internal to the
compressor. All bearing surfaces are
pressure lubricated. Drive gears are
operated in a controlled lubrication mist
atmosphere that efficiently cools and
lubricates them.
Lubricant is made available under pressure
from the compressor oil filter to the unit
capacity control system and is used to
position the inlet guide vanes in response to changes in leaving chiller water temperature.
If a power failure occurs, an emergency oil reservoir provides adequate lubrication flow under
pressure, and prevents damage that could occur during the coast-down period with the oil pump
stopped.
Since the McQuay chillers are positive pressure, there is no need to change the lubricant or filter
on a regular basis. As with any equipment of this type, an annual oil check is recommended to
evaluate the lubricant condition.

Enhanced Surge Protection (ESP)
Minimizes Compressor Stall/Surge Damage
When centrifugal compressors operate at part load, the volume of refrigerant gas entering the
impeller is reduced. At the reduced flow, the impeller’s capacity to develop the peak load head
is also reduced. At conditions of low refrigerant flow and high compressor head (pressure
difference), stall and/or surge can occur (a stall is gas static in the impeller, a surge condition is
gas rapidly reversing direction through the impeller). A number of things can contribute to this
condition including inadequate maintenance of condenser tube cleanliness, a cooling tower or
control malfunction, unusual ambient temperatures, and others.
For these abnormal conditions, McQuay compressor designers have developed a protective
control system that senses the potential for a surge, looks at the entire chiller system operation
and takes corrective action if possible; or stops the compressor, to help prevent any damage from
occurring. This protection, called “ESP” is provided as standard on all McQuay centrifugal
compressors.
Refrigerant Comparison
The table at the right compares refrigerants
Refrigerant R-123 R-134a
in common use today in centrifugal
Condenser Press. psig @ 100°F 6.10 124.1
compressors. Note that required compressor Evaporator Press. psig @ 40°F
(18.1) 35.0
tip speeds are all within eight percent of each (Inches of Mercury Vacuum)
other. Refrigerant. Circulated lbs/min./ton 3.08 3.00
Gas Flow cfm/ton 18.15 3.17
All McQuay centrifugal chillers use Tip Speed ft./sec. 656 682
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) 0.02 0.00
refrigerant R-134a. The machine design
characteristics of this refrigerant (and its predecessor, R-12) such as small moving parts, low
mass, low inertia, quick spin-up and coast-down, and simplicity of design, have continuously
proven themselves since the first chiller was introduced in 1962. The small and lightweight
rotating parts lend themselves to easy servicing of the compressor and its associated parts and
piping.
Environmentally and Operator Safe - The Real Facts

As the air conditioning industry prepares for the future, R-134a stands out as the logical choice
when using a balanced approach. The "balanced approach" takes into account the following
facts on environmental concerns:
• Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP); measures the impact of a substance on the depletion of
the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere. With refrigerants, this action is caused by chlorine,
the first “C” in HCFC (R)-123. R-134a contains no chlorine and has a zero ODP and zero
negative effect on the ozone layer.
• Global Warming Potential (GWP); measures the contribution of a substance to the
greenhouse gas effect which causes global warming. This is a pound-to-pound comparison,
discounting the application of the substance and any other effects caused by its use. The
numbers, relative to CO2 for a 100 year integration time horizon are, R-123=90,
R-134a=1300, R-22=1500. Manufacturers utilizing R-123 would have you believe that
GWP is the primary and important measurement of global warming potential of a refrigerant.
This is untrue as is explained in the following description of Total Equivalent Warming
Potential.

• Total Equivalent Warming Impact (TEWI); is a combination of the refrigerant GWP, unit
refrigerant emissions rate, and the refrigeration system’s energy efficiency. Science has
agreed that a systems approach is necessary to evaluate the
real effect of a substance on global warming. This is
TEWI. In a chiller, the contribution of the GWP is
insignificant when compared to the effect of a unit’s power
needs translated to power plant CO2 emissions. There is no
meaningful difference between the TEWI of R-134a, R-22
or R-123. The percentages shown on the right will vary
slightly depending on unit refrigerant loss and on the
efficiency of local power generation. Bottom line,
equipment operators should keep equipment leak free and
operate as efficiently as possible. Since annualized energy
consumption (think power plant output) is a basis for
measurement, McQuay’s superior part load efficiencies
result in lower overall power plant CO2 emissions and can
actually deliver a lower TEWI than competition.
• True System Efficiency (KW/ton or COP); deals with the total annual power consumption of
a chiller system including auxiliaries such as pumps, purge units, Pre-Vac heaters and fans-of
great importance in determining facility energy cost and power plant CO2 emissions.
• Toxicity and Flammability Rating; per 1997 ASHRAE Fundamentals Handbook
• R-134a A-1 R-123 B-1
Where A=Toxicity not identified
B=Evidence of toxicity identified
1=No flame propagation in air at 65°F, 50% rh and one atmosphere pressure
A certain future for R-134a:
The Clean Air Act of November 1990 allows the EPA to accelerate the phase-out schedule of
Class I (CFC) and Class II (HCFC) refrigerants if it deems it necessary. This leaves the
future of HCFCs (which includes R-22 and R-123) uncertain. R-134a will not be regulated
or phased out by the Clean Air Act or the Montreal Protocol. The commercial air
conditioning, home appliance, and automotive industries are just a few of the many markets
that are using R-134a now and for years into the future. This large market demand for
R-134a translates to a readily available and competitively priced product.

Compact Design
Small Footprint Cuts Installation Costs
At comparable cooling capacities, R-134a requires less than 3.2 cfm (1.5 l/sec) per ton of
refrigeration to be circulated by the compressor. R-123 requires over 18.0 cfm (8.5 l/sec) per
ton. The substantial increase in refrigerant volume requires significantly larger suction piping
and compressor components in negative pressure designs to maintain reasonable gas velocity,
noise levels and refrigerant pressure losses. Conversely, the small physical size of McQuay
centrifugal chillers will:
• Permit design of smaller equipment rooms.
• Cost less to rig and install.
• Lower joint surface area for lower likelihood of leaks.
• And, in smaller capacities, allow transit through standard equipment room doors,
permitting building construction to proceed on schedule before receipt of the chiller
equipment.
Bolted Design Eases Retrofit Installation

The major components; evaporator, condenser, and compressor, are bolted together and can be
taken apart in the field to facilitate difficult rigging work. The chillers are shipped assembled
from the factory and then disassembled and reassembled on site under supervision of authorized
McQuay service personnel. Individual component weights are shown in the Physical Data
section of this catalog.
Heat Exchangers
McQuay packaged centrifugal chillers are equipped with new high performance heat exchangers.
The unique design greatly increases heat transfer and reduces unit footprint and refrigerant
charge compared to previous designs. In many cases vessel length has been reduced by 40
percent. Chillers are designed, constructed and tested in accordance with ASME Section VIII,
ASHRAE Standard 15 requirements and TEMA recommendations.
The replaceable water tubes are internally rifled and externally enhanced copper and are
mechanically bonded to steel tube sheets. Standard tubes are 0.025-inch wall thickness.
Optional tubes include 0.028 inch and 0.035-inch wall thickness on either vessels and 90/10
cupro-nickel, 304 stainless steel or titanium material. Clad tube sheets and epoxy-coated heads
can be provided.
Vessels are available for 1, 2 or 3 pass water flow. A ¾-inch or 1½-inch thick, flexible foam
evaporator insulation is optional. With either of these options, all seams are glued to form an
effective vapor barrier and the entire chiller barrel, including non-connection heads and tube
sheets, are insulated. Detailed information on the insulation can be found in the “Physical Data”
section of this catalog.

Pumpdown
Pumpout systems provide a means to collect and contain the refrigerant charge without
loss, when the access to internal chiller components is required for service.
McQuay condensers are sized to hold the entire unit refrigerant charge when not more than 90%
full at 90°F (32°C) ambient temperature. They are equipped with a tight-seating check valve at
the hot gas inlet and a manual shutoff valve in the liquid outlet. These valves, coupled with the
condenser design, satisfy the stringent requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation for
refrigerant shipping containers, as well as ASME vessel codes. When service is required, the
refrigerant charge can be pumped down into the condenser by compressor operation and use of a
refrigerant transfer unit. All dual compressor units and single compressor units equipped with
an optional suction shutoff valve can also be pumped down to the evaporator. Elimination of the
cost and space requirements of an external pumpout system is a major McQuay advantage.
Thermal Expansion Valves

Controlled refrigerant flow over the entire capacity range saves energy and dollars
Cooling loads and condenser water temperatures can change constantly. Refrigerant float valves
and orifices on competitive chillers are typically selected for peak load and peak condenser
water temperatures and offer only partial control of refrigerant flow at operating conditions
experienced over 95% of the time.
On McQuay chillers, a pilot operated thermostatic expansion valve meters refrigerant flow in
direct response to the suction superheat, regardless of changing load or condensing temperatures.
In doing so, full utilization of compressor, evaporator, and condenser efficiency over the entire
operating range is achieved. Intermittent refrigerant flood-back and excessive superheat
characteristic of orifices and floats are greatly reduced.
Factory Performance Test

Fast and trouble-free startup and operation.
All McQuay chillers are factory tested on ARI certified microprocessor controlled test stands.
The test stand microprocessors interface with the chiller MicroTech II controls, allowing
monitoring of all aspects of the test stand and chiller operation.
The test procedure starts with dehydration and evacuation of the refrigerant circuit and charging
with refrigerant and lubricant. This is followed by a run test at job conditions of flow and
temperature. Compressors must meet a stringent 0.14 in/sec vibration limit and the entire unit
must pass a moisture limit of 30 ppm. The testing helps ensure correct operation prior to
shipment, and allows factory calibration of chiller operating controls.

Options and Accessories
Vessels
Marine water boxes
Provides tube access for inspection, cleaning, and removal without dismantling water piping.
Flanges (Victaulic connections are standard)
ANSI raised face flanges on either the evaporator or condenser. Mating flanges are by others.
0.028 or 0.035 in. tube wall thickness
For applications with aggressive water conditions requiring thicker tube walls.
Cupro-nickel or titanium tube material
For use with corrosive water conditions, includes clad tube sheets and epoxy coated water heads.
Water-side vessel construction of 300 psi (150 psi is standard)
For high pressure water systems, typically high-rise building construction.
Water differential pressure switches
This option provides evaporator and condenser water pressure differential switches as a factory
mounted and wired option. A proof-of-flow device is mandatory in both the chilled water and
condenser water systems.
Single insulation, ¾-inch, on evaporator, suction piping, and motor barrel
For normal machine room applications.
Double insulation, 1-½ inch, on evaporator, suction piping, and motor barrel
For high humidity locations and ice making applications.
Electrical
Optional starters for factory or field mounting
See details in the Motor Starter section of this manual and catalog PM Starter.
Variable frequency drives (VFD)
Efficiency: The variable frequency drive option is a technology that has been used for decades to
control motor speed on a wide variety of motor-drive applications. When applied to centrifugal
compressor motors, significant gains in compressor part load performance can be realized. The
improvement in efficiency and reduction of annual energy cost is maximized when there are long
periods of part load operation, combined with low compressor lift (lower condenser water
temperatures). When atmospheric conditions permit, McQuay chillers equipped with VFDs can
operate with entering condenser as low as 50°F (10°C), which results in extremely low kW/ton
values.
Combining the attributes of VFD drives and the extremely efficient McQuay WDC Dual
Centrifugal Chiller produces the industry's most efficient chiller based on the all-important IPLV
value. See “IPLV/NPLV Defined” on page 45 for details on the ARI IPLV efficiency rating.
Water-Side Economizers: Free cooling systems utilizing cold cooling tower water to remove
heat from the chilled water system through a heat exchanger are becoming popular because the
ability of a chiller to move seamlessly from mechanical cooling to the free cooling mode is an
important operational feature. When equipped with a VFD, McQuay chillers can operate with
condenser water down to 50°F (10°C) at which point the economizer heat exchanger can be
activated and the free cooling can go into effect.
Starting Inrush: The use of a VFD on centrifugal chillers also provides an excellent method of
reducing motor starting inrush,-even better than solid state starters. Starting current can be
closely controlled since both the frequency and voltage are regulated. This can be an important
benefit to a building's electrical distribution system.
Sound: The sound level of centrifugal compressors is largely dependent on the impeller tip
speed. By reducing compressor speed the sound level is also reduced.

NEMA 4 watertight enclosure
For use where there is a possibility of water intrusion into the control panel.
NEMA 12 Dust tight enclosure
For use in dusty areas.
Controls
English or Metric Display
Either English or metric units for operator ease of use.
BAS interface module for the applicable protocol being used.
Factory-installed on the unit controller (can also be retrofitted). See page 20 for details.
Unit
Export packaging
Can be either slat or full crate for additional protection during shipment. Units normally shipped
in containers.
Pumpout Unit, Model RRU with or without storage vessel
Available in a variety of sizes. Details under the Pumpout section on page 40 of this manual.
Refrigerant monitor
For remote mounting, including accessories such as 4-20ma signal, strobe light, audible horn, air
pick-up filter. Details on page 42.
Hot gas bypass
For operation below 10% on WSC and 5% on WDC units. Reduces compressor cycling and its
attendant chilled water temperature swings.
Sound attenuation package
Consists of acoustical insulation on the discharge line.
Extended warranties
Extended 1, 2, 3, or 4-year warranties for parts only or for parts and labor are available for the
entire unit or compressor/motor only.
Optional Certified Test
A McQuay engineer oversees the testing, certifies the accuracy of the computerized results, and
then translates the test data onto an easy-to-read spreadsheet. The tests can be run at ARI load
points between 10% and 100% and are run to ARI tolerance of capacity and power. 50 Hz units
are run tested at 60 Hz to their maximum motor power.
Optional Witness Test
A McQuay engineer oversees the testing in the presence of the customer or their designate and
translates the test data onto an easy-to-read spreadsheet. The tests can be run at ARI load points
between 10% and 100%. It takes two to three hours of test time per load point specified. Tests
are run to ARI tolerances of capacity and power. 50 Hz units can be run-tested at 50 Hz using an
onsite 50 Hz generator.

Motor Controllers
Motor Starters
McQuay has a wide variety of starter types and options to fit virtually all applications.
The specifics of the final selection of size, enclosure, and options are covered in the catalog
PM Starters. Please consult the local McQuay sales office or the starter catalog for starter
details. This section contains a general overview only.
Mounting Options, Low Voltage, 200 to 600 Volts

Factory-mounted; starters furnished, mounted and wired in the factory.
Freestanding; furnished by McQuay and drop shipped to the job site for setting and wiring by
others.
Brackets & Cables; due to shipping width limitations, the starters are shipped loose with cable
kits and mounting brackets for field installation and connection on the units by others.
Starters by others; starters furnished by others must meet McQuay Specification R35999901,
available from the local McQuay sales office. The starters are furnished and installed by others.
Table 2, Starter Mounting Arrangements

Brackets &
Size Factory-Mounted Free-Standing
Cables
WSC/WDC 050 X X
WSC/WDC 063 X X
WSC/WDC 079 X X
WSC/WDC 087 X X
WSC 100-126 X X
WDC 100-126 X
Mounting Options, Medium Voltage, 2300 to 6000 Volts

All starter types in these voltages are for field setting and wiring only.
Starter Types and Descriptions

Solid state starters are available for both low and medium voltages and are similar in
construction and features regardless of voltage.
For low voltage application, Wye-Delta Closed Transition starters are available, in addition to
solid state.
For medium voltage application, autotransformer and primary reactor reduced voltage starters
plus across-the-line starters are offered in addition to solid state.

Variable Frequency Drives
Impact of Variable Frequency Drives
The chart below illustrates the relative IPLV efficiencies of various McQuay options for a typical
500-ton selection. The chiller cost increases as the efficiency improves.
Comparative Efficiencies (kW/Ton)
.6
.505
.5
IPLV
.403
.4
.365
.337
.3
WSC WDC WSC w/VFD WDC w/VFD
Notes: WSC = Single Compressor Centrifugal Chiller

WDC = Dual Compressor Centrifugal Chiller
VFD = Variable Frequency Drive
The IPLV values (defined on page 45) are ARI Certified Ratings based on ARI Standard
550/590-1998, Standard for Water Chilling Packages Using the Vapor Compression Cycle. Full
load is at 44°F chilled water temperature with 2.4 gpm/ton, 85°F entering condenser water
temperatures with 3 gpm/ton. Part load points of 75%, 50%, and 25% employ condenser water
temperature relief (reduction) per the standard.
General
Single and dual compressor units can be equipped with a variable frequency drive (VFD). A
VFD modulates the compressor speed in response to load and evaporator and condenser
pressures as sensed by the microprocessor. Due to the outstanding part load efficiency, and
despite the small power penalty attributed to the VFD, the chiller can achieve outstanding
overall efficiency. VFDs really prove their worth when there is reduced load combined with low
compressor lift (lower condenser water temperatures) dominating the operating hours.
The traditional method of controlling centrifugal compressor capacity is by inlet guide vanes.
Capacity can also be reduced by slowing the compressor speed and reducing the impeller tip
speed, providing sufficient tip speed is retained to meet the discharge pressure requirements.
This method is more efficient than guide vanes by themselves.
In actual practice a combination of the two techniques is used. The microprocessor slows the
compressor (to a fixed minimum percent of full load speed) as much as possible, considering the
need for tip speed to make the required compressor lift. Guide vanes take over to make up the
difference in required capacity reduction. This methodology provides the optimum efficiency
under any operating condition.

Standard Components
1) Incoming and outgoing power terminals.
2) Transformer to supply power to the control circuit, oil heaters and oil pump.
3) Redundant motor control relays with coils in series.
4) The VFD is current rated at 2 kHz carrier frequency for all 200–1000 HP drives. The drive
is capable of running at 110% of nameplate current continuously and provides a minimum
of 150% of this rated current for 5 seconds.
5) The VFD will not generate damaging voltage pulses at the motor terminals when applied
within 500 feet of each other. Both drive and motor comply with NEMA MG1 section
30.40.4.2 which specifies these limits at a maximum peak voltage of 1600 Volts and a
minimum rise time of .1 microseconds.
6) Units drawing 240 amps or less are air-cooled. All others are water-cooled. Factory-
mounted water-cooled VFDs are factory piped to the chiller oil cooling system. Free-
standing water-cooled units require chilled water supply and return piping for the VFD
cooling. VFDs have a liquid-cooled heat sink assembly enabling liquid cooling of the drive
through a single inlet and outlet connection point, dissipating 25,000 BTUs/Hr for 600 HP,
20,000 BTUs/Hr for 450 HP, and 16,000 BTUs/Hr for 350 HP. The cooling circuit
maintains water temperature between 60°F and 104°F (15°C to 40°C).
7) The VFD and options are cUL¥ 508 listed. The drive and options are designed to comply
with the applicable requirement of the latest standards of ANSI, NEMA, National Electric
Code NEC, NEPU-70, IEEE 519-1992, FCC Part 15 Subpart J, CE 96.
8) The VFD is functionally tested under motor load. During this load test, the VFD is
monitored for correct phase current, phase voltages, and motor speed. Correct current limit
operation is verified by simulating a motor overload. Verification of proper factory presets
by scrolling through all parameters is performed to check proper microprocessor settings.
The computer port also verifies that the proper factory settings are loaded correctly in the
drive.
9) The VFD has the following basic features:
a) An overload circuit to protect an AC motor operated by the VFD output from extended
overload operation on an inverse time basis. This electronic overload is UL¥ and NEC
recognized as adequate motor protection. No additional hardware such as motor
overload relays or motor thermostats are required.
b) An LED display that digitally indicates:
Frequency output
Voltage output
Current output
Motor RPM
Input kW
Elapsed time
Time-stamped fault indication
DC bus volts
c) The capability of riding though power dips up to 10 seconds without a controller trip,
depending on load and operating condition.
d) RS232 port and Windows based software for configuration, control, and monitoring.
e) An isolated 0-20mA, 4-20 mA or 0-4, 0-8, 0-10 volt analog speed input follower.
f) An isolated 0-10 V or 4-20 mA output signal proportional to speed or load.

g) Standard input/output (I/O) Expansion Interface Card with the following features:
− Proportional/integral (PI) regulator for setpoint control
− Four isolated 24 VDC programmable digital inputs
− An additional analog input for speed feedback to PI regulator
− One frequency input (0 to 200 Hz) for digital control of current limit
− Four programmable isolated digital outputs (24 VDC rated)
− One form A output relay rated at 250 VAC or 24 VDC
− Two NO/NC programmable output relays rated at 250 VAC or 24 VDC
10) The VFD includes the following protective circuits and features:
a) Motor current exceeds 200% of drive continuous current rating.
b) Output phase-to-phase short circuit condition.
c) Total ground fault under any operating condition.
d) High input line voltage.
e) Low input line voltage.
f) Loss of input or output phase.
g) External fault. (This protective circuit permits wiring of a remote NC safety contact
to shut down the drive).
h) Metal oxide varistors for surge suppression are provided at the VFD input terminals.
Options
Reactor
Used for control of line harmonics in some installations.
Incoming Line Termination (Chose one)
• Terminal block
• Non-fused disconnect with through-the-door handle
• Fused disconnect with time delay fuses with through-the-door handle
• Standard interrupting circuit breaker with through-the-door handle
• High interrupting circuit breaker with through-the-door handle
• Ultra high circuit breaker with through-the-door handle
Volts/Amps Meter with 3-phase Switch

General Arrangement
VFD Mounting
VFDs from size VFD 019 through VFD 072 can be factory-mounted on the same units and in the same
location as conventional starters or can be free-standing as shown below. Sizes VFD 090 through 120
are for free-standing only. Dimensions begin on page 60.
Unit Mounted at Unit Mounted in Free-Standing
Chiller Model
Factory (1) Field (2)
WSC, WDC 050-087 X X
WSC 100-126 X (3) X
WDC 100-126 X
Notes
1. Optional reactor is field-mounted and wired to unit mounted VFD.
2. Optional reactor is factory-mounted in the VFD enclosure.
3. Brackets and interconnecting cables shipped with unit.

VFD Line Harmonics
Care must be taken when applying VFDs due to the effect of line harmonics on the electric system.
VFDs cause distortion of the AC line because they are nonlinear loads; that is, they don't draw
sinusoidal current from the line. They draw their current from only the peaks of the AC line,
thereby flattening the top of the voltage waveform. Some other nonlinear loads are electronic
ballasts and uninterruptible power supplies.
Line harmonics and their associated distortion may be critical to AC drive users for three reasons:
1. Current harmonics can cause additional heating to transformers, conductors and switchgear.
2. Voltage harmonics upset the smooth voltage sinusoidal waveform.
3. High-frequency components of voltage distortion can interfere with signals transmitted on the
AC line for some control systems.
The harmonics of concern are the 5th, 7th, 11th, and 13th. Even harmonics, harmonics divisible by
three, and high magnitude harmonics are usually not a problem.
Current Harmonics
An increase in reactive impedance in front of the VFD helps reduce the harmonic currents.
Reactive impedance can be added in the following ways:
1. Mount the drive far from the source transformer.
2. Add line reactors.
3. Use an isolation transformer.
Voltage Harmonics
Voltage distortion is caused by the flow of harmonic currents through a source impedance. A
reduction in source impedance to the point of common coupling (PCC) will result in a reduction in
voltage harmonics. This may be done in the following ways:
1. Keep the PCC as far from the drives (close to the power source) as possible.
2. Increase the size (decrease the impedance) of the source transformer.
3. Increase the capacity (decrease the impedance) of the busway or cables from the source to the
PCC.
4. Make sure that added reactance is downstream (closer to the VFD than the source) from the
PCC.
The IEEE 519-1991 Standard

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) has developed a standard that defines
acceptable limits of system current and voltage distortion. A simple form is available from McQuay
that allows McQuay to determine compliance with IEEE 519-1991.
Line reactors, isolation transformers, or phase-shifting transformers may be required on some
installations.

Figure 11, VFD (047 and Larger) Cooling Water Piping for Free-Standing VFD
* STOP
CHILLED VALVE * BALANCING
WATER VALVE * STOP
PUMP VALVE
CHILLER
WATER
REGULATING
VALVE
(Factory Mounted)
VFD HEAT
EXCHANGER
SOLENOID
VALVE
(Factory Mounted)
* STOP
VALVE * STRAINER
MAX. 40 MESH * DRAIN VALVE * STOP
OR PLUG VALVE
OIL COOLER CIRCUIT

* Field Supplied Piping Components SOLENOID
VALVE WATER
(Factory Mounted) REGULATING
VALVE
(Factory Mounted)
Table 3, Cooling Requirements

Combined Max.
VFD Cooling Min. Entering Required Maximum
McQuay Compressor Oil Entering
Only Copper Coolant Coolant Pressure Pressure
Drive Model and VFD Cooling Coolant
Tube Size Method Temperature Drop (Water
Number Copper Tube Size Temperature
Type K or L (°°F) feet Side) psi
Type K or L (°°F)
VFD 019 N/A N/A Air 104 40 NA N/A
VFD 025 N/A N/A Air 104 40 NA N/A
VFD 047 1.0 7/8 in. Water (1) 90 40 10 (2) 300
VFD 060 1.0 7/8 in. Water (1) 90 40 30 (2) 300
VFD 072 1.0 7/8 in. Water (1) 90 40 30 (2) 300
VFD 090 1 1/4 1.0 in. Water (1) (3) 90 40 30 (2) 300
VFD 120 1 1/4 1.0 in. Water (1) (3) 90 40 30 (2) 300
Notes:
1. Cooling water must be from the closed, chilled water circuit with corrosion inhibitors for steel and copper, and must be piped
across the chilled water pump.
2. The required pressure drop is given for the maximum coolant temperature. The water regulating valve will reduce the flow
when the coolant temperature is below the maximum in the table. The pressure drop includes the drop across the solenoid
valve, heat exchanger and water regulating valve.
3. Models VFD 090and 120 have a separate self-contained cooling loop with a recirculating water pump and heat exchanger,
but are piped the same as all water-cooled VFDs.
Table 4, Cooling Water Connection Sizes

Free-Standing VFD Factory-Mounted VFD
Chiller Unit
Oil Cooler VFD Combined
WDC 100/126 1 1/2 in. FPT 3/4 in. MPT 1 1/2 in. FPT
WSC/WDC 050 Not Required Air-Cooled Not Required
All Others 1 in. FPT 3/4 in MPT 1 in. FPT

Refrigerant Recovery Units
Although McQuay chillers can pump the entire refrigerant charge into the condenser and valve it off,
there are occasions when pumpout units are required, due purely to specification requirements or unusual
job considerations.
McQuay offers two sizes of refrigerant recovery units (Model RRU) and one recovery unit that is factory
mounted on a storage vessel (Model PRU). Recovery units are ETL listed. Capacities for R-22 are ARI
certified. The storage tank is designed, constructed and stamped in accordance with ASME standards.
Model RRU Refrigerant Recovery Units

Size and Specifications
(1) R-22 Liquid (1) R 22 Vapor Dimensions
(2) Chiller Weight
Model Transfer Rate Transfer Rate Comp. LxWxH Electrical
Tons (kW) Lbs (kg)
lb/m (kg/m) Lb/m (kg/m) HP Inch (cm)
RRU134-5 55 (25) 1.56 (0.71) 1.5 300 (1050) 115 (52) 21 x 14 x 19 (53 x 36 x 68) 1/50-60/110-115
RRU134-3 55 (25) 1.56 (0.71) 1.5 300 (1050) 115 (52) 21 x 14 x 19 (53 x 36 x 68) 1/50-60/220-230
RRU570-3 325 (148) 6.0 (2.7) 3 1000 (3500) 190 (86) 26 x 25 45 (66 x 63 x 114) 1/50-60/220-230
RRU570-V 325 (148) 6.0 (2.7) 3 1000 (3500) 190 (86) 26 x 25 45 (66 x 63 x 114) 3/50-60/220-230
RRU570-R 325 (148) 6.0 (2.7) 3 1000 (3500) 190 (86) 26 x 25 45 (66 x 63 x 114) 3/50-60/360-460
RRU570-D 325 (148) 6.0 (2.7) 3 1000 (3500) 190 (86) 26 x 25 45 (66 x 63 x 114) 3/60/575
NOTES:
1. Transfer rate for R-22 is ARI certified. R-134a capacity is given below in each unit's description.
2. Suggested maximum chiller capacity
Refrigerant Compatibility
Units are suitable for use with the following refrigerants normally found on McQuay chillers; R-12, R-22, R-
134a, R-410A, and R-500.
Standard Equipment
Model
Equipment
RRU134 RRU570
Power Cord X X
Filter-Driers (2) 30 cu. in. (1) 48 cu. in
Electromechanical Control X X
Hoses (4) 10 ft. (1) 10 ft + (2) 20 ftX
Reducing Fittings X
12 ft. Tank Float Switch Cable X
Connection Sizes ½ in. Flare ¾ in. Flare
Model RRU134
Large 1 ½-HP open drive compressor, ½-inch lines, two-
point vapor extraction and oversized air-cooled condenser
speed recovery on smaller size chillers. Purging and
switching from liquid to vapor recovery only involves
turning 3-way valves-no switching of hoses is necessary.
Capacity with R-134a is 55 lb/min liquid, 1.34 lb/min vapor.

MODEL RRU570
Recovers at R-134a at 300 lb/min liquid and 5.7 lb/min vapor,
ideal for the medium size chiller job. Rugged 3 hp open-drive
compressor provides years of reliable service, even on
refrigerants heavily contaminated with oil, air, moisture, or
acids. Purging and switching from liquid to vapor recovery
only involves turning 3-way valves-no switching of hoses is
necessary. Suitable for most high pressure refrigerants and
blends. Equipped with air-cooled condenser.
Model PRU Packaged Recovery Units

The Model RRU134 transfer unit can be factory-mounted on a storage vessel providing a packaged unit
with a R-134a transfer capacity of 55 lb/min liquid and 1.34 lb/min of vapor combined with a storage
vessel with a capacity of 2105 pounds of R-134a. Includes (2) 20-ft. hoses.
R-22 Liquid R-22 Vapor Unit
Model Transfer Rate Transfer Rate Weight Length Width Height Electrical
lb/m (kg/m) lb/m (kg/m) lb (kg) in (cm) in (cm) in (cm)
PRU134-5 55 (25) 1.56 (0.71) 770 (349) 94 (239) 30 (76) 55 (139) 1/50-60/110-115
PRU134-3 55 (25) 1.56 (0.71) 770 (349) 94 (239) 30 (76) 55 (139) 1/50-60/220-230
Accessories
RHK-120 1.25 in. x 10 ft. hose with ball valves
RHK-240 1.25 in. x 20 ft. hose with ball valves

Refrigerant Monitors
Detects all halogen based refrigerants Continuous digital display of system status
Optional analog output for remote monitoring System malfunction detection and indication
Visual alarm indication Can sample up to 250 feet (76 meters) away
Fresh air inlet for automatic re-zeroing Multi-unit capability in a single monitor
ETL listed UL STD 3101-1 and CAN/CSA 1010.1
MODELS
Model RM-1 1 Zone Monitor
Model RM-16 16 Zone Model
SPECIFICATIONS
Sensitivity: As low as 1 PPM Range: 0 to 1000 PPM Weight: 25 lbs. (11 kg)
Power: 120/240 Volt, 50/60 Hz Operating Environment: 32°F-125°F Size: W=16.5in. D=6.75in. H=15in.
Alarm Trip Points (Percent of Full Scale): Low Alarm=0 to 100, Main Alarm=0 to 100, High Alarm=100
Alarm Outputs: Indicator Light, Alarm Relays, RS232 Computer Interface
OPTIONS and ACCESSORIES

Analog Output, 4-20 ma (RMA-AO) Remote Strobe Light, 120 V (RMA-L)
Remote Horn, 120V (RMA-H) Remote Light and Horn Set (RMA-LH)
Plastic Pick-up Tubing, ¼ inch OD, 250 ft. Reel (RMA-T) Diaphragm Pump (RMA-P) *
Course Replacement Filter (RMA-CF) * 5 Micron Replacement Filter (RMA-F) *
(*) Replacement parts. Original pump and filters are shipped with unit

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Supplied Available
Supplied
Item Description Required by Optional from Comments
with Unit
Customer McQuay
16 gauge
1 Yes No Yes No
3 conductor wire
18 or 22 gauge Required for horn, strobe,
2 No Yes No
2 conductor cable or combination
2 conductor twisted pair Required for remote
3 No Yes No
shielded cable analog output
4 Remote horn No Yes Yes
5 Remote strobe light No Yes Yes
Remote horn and
6 No Yes Yes
strobe light set
1/4 in. x 1/8 in. ID plastic
7 Yes No Yes Available in 250 foot reels
pick-up tubing
For mounting at the end
8 Course filter Yes Yes
of the tubing

Unit Selection
Many combinations of compressor configuration
and condensers and evaporators are available for a
given capacity. The units range from low first cost
and relatively high kW per ton (COP) to high first
cost and low kW per ton (COP). A graphic display
of the optional performance available is shown at
the right. The COP curve would be mirrored and is
not shown for clarity. Optimum unit selection for
maximum operating return on the invested first cost
is in the area identified by the X.
Actual optimum unit selection will vary with
building application and system design.
Applications with minimal hours of operation
cannot justify a very low kW per ton (COP) unit.
Applications with high hours of operation will
justify high part load as well as full load efficiency units. For optimum selection an energy
analysis is available through your local McQuay Sales Representative.
Basic unit selections
All McQuay centrifugal chillers are computer selected to optimize the cooling output and total
kW. Computer selection allows for the specification of leaving chilled water temperature,
entering condenser water temperature, evaporator and condenser flow rates, number of passes,
and fouling factors. Glycol applications can also be specified.
Glycol operation
The addition of glycol to the chilled water system for freeze protection can be required for
special applications. Glycol solutions are required where the evaporating temperatures are below
33°F (1°C).
ARI Certification
McQuay International has an on-going commitment to supply chillers that perform as specified.
To this extent, McQuay centrifugal chillers are part of the ARI Certification. On-going
performance verification of chiller capacity and power input plus ARI certified computerized
selection output provide the owner with specified performance in accordance with the latest
version of ARI Standard 550/590.
All chillers that fall within the scope of the certification program have an ARI certification label
at no cost to the owner. Equipment covered by the ARI certification program include all water-
cooled centrifugal and screw water chilling packages rated up to 2000 tons (7,000 kW) for 60
Hertz service at ARI standard rating conditions, hermetic or open drive, with electric driven
motor not exceeding 5000 volts, and cooling water (not glycol). For 50 hertz application the
capacity range covered is 200 to 1,000 tons (700 to 3500 kW).
Published certified ratings verified through testing by ARI include:
• Capacity, tons (kW) • Power, kW/ton (COP) • Pressure drops, ft. of water (kPa)
• Integrated Part Load Value (IPLV) or Non-Standard Part Load Value (NPLV)
As part of the ARI certification program, ARI has the McQuay computer selection program used
to select and rate chillers. The certified computer program version number and issue date for all
manufacturers is listed in the ARI Directory of Certified Applied Air-Conditioning Products
available on www.ari.org.

ARI Standard 550/590-98 for Centrifugal or Screw Water-Chilling Packages and associated
manuals define certification and testing procedures and performance tolerances of all units that
fall within the application rating conditions.
Leaving chilled water temperature.............................40°F to 48°F
Entering condenser water temperature.......................60°F to 95°F
Rating outside the range of the certification program can be listed or published but must include
a statement describing such. The standard rating conditions are:
Leaving chilled water temperature.............................44°F
Evaporator waterside field fouling allowance............0.0001
Chilled water flow rate...............................................2.4 gpm/ton
Entering condenser water temperature.......................85°F
Condenser waterside field fouling allowance ............0.00025
Condenser water flow rate .........................................3.0 gpm/ton
IPLV/NPLV Defined
Part load performance can be presented in terms of Integrated Part Load Value (IPLV), which is
based on ARI standard rating conditions (listed above), or Non-Standard Part Load Values
(NPLV), which is based on specified or job site conditions. IPLV and NPLV are based on the
following equation from ARI 550/590.
IPLV
1
or = or 0.01A + 0.42 B + 0.45C + 0.12 D
0.01 0.42 0.45 0.12
NPLV + + +
A B C D
Where: A = kW/ton at 100% Where: A = COP at 100%
B = kW/ton at 75% B = COP at 75%
C = kW/ton at 50% C = COP at 50%
D = kW/ton at 25% D = COP at 25%
Weighting
The percent of annual hours of operation at the four load points are as follows:
100% Load at 1%, 75% Load at 42%, 50% Load at 45%, 25% Load at 12%
Tolerances
The ARI test tolerance, per ARI Standard 550/590-98, for capacity (tons), power input per ton
(kW/ton), and heat balance is:
§ 1500 ·
% Tolerance = 10.5 − (0.07 x % FL ) + ¨ ¸
© DTFLx % FL ¹
Where: FL = Full Load

DTFL = Chilled Water Delta-T at Full Load
This formula results in a ±5% tolerance on tons and kW/ton at the 100% load point and ARI
conditions.
Certification
Full ARI 550/590 participation and certification has been an on-going commitment at McQuay International. The ARI label affixed
to certified units certifies that the unit will meet the specified performance. This equipment is certified in accordance with ARI
Standard 550/590, latest edition, provided the application ratings are within the scope of the certification program.
The program excludes the following applications: air and evaporative cooled chillers, capacity exceeding 2000 tons (7000 kW) on 60
hertz service, voltages above 5000 volts, brine and special fluids other than water and heat recovery units. The capacity range for 50
hertz is 200 to 1,000 tons (700 to 3500 kW).

Application Considerations
Optimum Water Temperatures and Flow Rates
A key to improving energy efficiency for any chiller is minimizing the lift, or pressure
difference, between the compressor suction and discharge pressures. Reducing the lift reduces
the compressor work, and hence its energy consumption per unit of output. The chiller typically
has the largest motor of any component in a chilled water system.
Higher leaving chilled water temperatures,
Warmer leaving chilled water temperatures will raise the compressor’s suction pressure and
decrease the lift, improving efficiency. Using 45°F (7.0°C) leaving water instead of 42°F
(5.5°C) will make a significant improvement.
Evaporator temperature drop
The industry standard has been a ten-degree temperature drop in the evaporator. Increasing the
drop to 12 or 14 degrees will improve the evaporator heat transfer, raise the suction pressure, and
improve chiller efficiency. Chilled water pump energy will also be reduced.
Condenser entering water temperature
As a general rule, a one-degree drop in condenser entering water temperature will reduce chiller
energy consumption by two percent. Cooler water lowers the condensing pressure and reduces
compressor work. One or two degrees can make a noticeable difference. The incremental cost
of a larger tower can be small and provide a good return on investment.
Condenser water temperature rise
The industry standard of 3 gpm/ton or about a 9.5-degree delta-T seems to work well for most
applications. Reducing condenser water flow to lower pumping energy will increase the water
temperature rise, resulting in an increase in the compressor’s condensing pressure and energy
consumption. This is usually not a productive strategy.
System analysis
Although McQuay is a proponent of analyzing the entire system, it is generally effective to place
the chiller in the most efficient mode because it is, by far, a larger energy consumer than pumps.
The McQuay Energy Analyzer program is an excellent tool to investigate the entire system
efficiency, quickly and accurately. It is especially good at comparing different system types and
operating parameters. Contact you local McQuay sales office for assistance on your particular
application.
For Best Chiller Efficiency
Vessel Activity Example
Evaporator Higher leaving water Temperatures 44°F instead of 42°F
Evaporator Higher water temperature drops 12 degrees F instead of 10 degrees
Evaporator Lower flow rates 3.0 gpm/ton instead of 2.4 gpm/ton
Condenser Lower entering water temperature 84°F instead of 85°F
Condenser Higher flow rates (3.0 gpm/ton or higher) 3.0 gpm/ton instead of 2.5 gpm/ton
The designer must determine the proper chiller efficiency for a given application. The most
efficient chiller is not always the best. A life cycle analysis (as performed by McQuay’s Energy
Analyzer program, for example) is the only way to be sure of the best selection. Utility costs,
load factors, maintenance costs, cost of capital, tax bracket; in other words, all the factors
affecting owning cost, must be considered.
Generally, the attempts to save the last few full load kW are very costly. For example, the cost to
go from 0.58 to 0.57 kW/ton could be very costly because of the large number of copper tubes
that would have to be added to the heat exchangers.

Low Condenser Water Temperature Operation
When ambient wet bulb temperature are lower than design, the entering condenser water
temperature may be allowed to fall. Lower temperatures, to a predetermined minimum, improve
chiller performance.
Normally, McQuay centrifugal chillers will start with entering condenser water temperature as
low as 55°F (42.8°C) providing the chilled water temperature is lower. Generally, the chilled
water temperature should be below the condenser water temperature for automatic starting.
During normal operation the minimum entering condenser water temperature (assuming 3 gpm
per ton flow) is a function of the leaving chilled water temperature and load. The table below
gives the approximate minimum condenser water temperatures as a function of these variables.
These values may be lower in mild climates and low wet bulb areas.
Depending on local climatic conditions, using the lowest possible entering condenser water
temperature may be more costly in total system power consumed than the expected savings in
chiller power would suggest, due to the excessive fan power required.
To obtain 55°F (12.8°C) entering condenser
water temperature with a tower selected to
produce 85°F (29.4°C) water temperature at
design ambient air temperatures, cooling tower
fans must continue to operate at 100% capacity
at low wet bulb temperatures. As chillers are
selected for lower kW per ton, the cooling
tower fan motor power becomes a higher
percentage of the peak load chiller power. On
the other hand, the low condenser water
temperatures may be easy to achieve in mild
climates with low wet bulb temperatures.
Even with tower fan control, some form of water flow control, such as tower bypass, is
recommended.
Mixing Single and Dual Compressor Chillers

Dual compressor chillers excel at part load operation, while single compressor chillers usually
have better full load efficiency. A good chiller plant strategy is to install one dual and one or
more single compressor units. Run the dual until it is fully loaded, then switch to the single
compressor unit and run it only at full load, using the dual to trim the load.
Oil Coolers
McQuay centrifugal chillers, sizes 063 through 126, have a factory-mounted, water-cooled oil
cooler with a temperature controlled water regulating valve and solenoid valve for each
compressor. Cooling water connections are located at the rear of the unit, near the compressor
and are shown on the specific unit certified drawings. Models WDC 063 through 087 have the
cooling water connections in the lower portion of one tube sheet. Models WSC and WDC 050
chillers have refrigerant-cooled oil coolers and do not require a cooling water connection.
WDC 063, 079, 087, 100 and 126 dual compressor chillers are equipped as above, but the water
piping for the two oil coolers is factory piped to a common inlet and outlet connection.

Field water piping to the inlet and outlet connections must be installed according to good piping
practices and must include stop valves to isolate the cooler for servicing. A 1" minimum
cleanable filter (40 mesh maximum) and drain valve or plug must also be field installed. The
water supply for the oil cooler must be from the chilled water circuit, or from an independent
clean source such as city water. When using chilled water, it is important that the water pressure
drop across the evaporator is greater than the pressure drop across the oil cooler or insufficient
oil cooler flow will result. If the pressure drop across the evaporator is less than the oil cooler,
the oil cooler must be piped across the chilled water pump, provided that its pressure drop is
sufficient. The water flow through the oil cooler will be adjusted by the unit's regulating valve
so that the temperature of oil supplied to the compressor bearings (leaving the oil cooler) is
between 90°F and 110°F (32°C and 43°C).
Compressors using chilled water for oil cooling will often start with warm "chilled water" in the
system until the chilled water loop temperature is pulled down. With cooling water in the 40°F
to 55°F (4°C to 13°C) range, considerably less water will be used and the pressure drop will be
greatly reduced. Table 5 contains oil cooler data at various inlet water temperatures.
Table 5, Oil Cooler Performance

Hot Side Cold Side Cold Side Cold Side Cold Side
POE Lub Water Water Water Water
WSC 063 - 087
Flow, gpm 9.9 11.9 2.9 2.0 1.54
Inlet Temperature, °F 118.0 80.0 65.0 55.0 45.0
Outlet Temperature, °F 100.0 87.3 94.5 98.3 101.4
Pressure Drop, psi - 32.2 2.0 0.9 0.5
WSC 100 - 126
Flow, gpm 15.8 21.9 5.11 3.5 2.7
Inlet Temperature, °F 120.0 80.0 65.0 55.0 45.0
Outlet Temperature, °F 100.0 87.0 95.0 99.0 102.3
Pressure Drop, psi - 30.6 1.7 0.8 0.5
NOTES:
1. Data is for a single compressor (oil cooler). Double the flow rates shown for WDC dual compressor chillers,.
2. Pressure drop includes the oil cooler and control valve.
When supplied with city water, the oil piping must discharge through a trap into an open drain to
prevent draining the cooler by siphoning. The city water can also be used for cooling tower
makeup by discharging it into the tower sump from a point above the highest possible water
level.
NOTE: Particular attention must be paid to chillers with variable chilled water flow through the
evaporator. The pressure drop available at low flow rates can very well be insufficient to supply
the oil cooler with enough water. In this case an auxiliary booster pump can be used or city
water employed.
Cooling Water Connection Sizes: WDC 100/126 have 1 1/2 in. FPT connections, all other
WDC and WSCs are 1 in. FPT.

Figure 12, Oil Cooler Piping Across Chilled Water Pump
PUMP
CHILLER
OIL COOLER S
STOP
SOLENOID VALUE
VALVE
STOP
VALVE
STRAINER
MAX. 40 MESH
DRAIN VALVE
OR PLUG
Figure 13, Oil Cooler Piping With City Water
OIL COOLER S
SOLENOID
VALVE
STOP COOLING TOWER

WATER VALVE
SUPPLY
STRAINER COOLING TOWER MAKEUP
MAX. 40 DISCHARGE ABOVE
MESH HIGHEST POSSIBLE
DRAIN VALVE
WATER LEVEL
OR PLUG
OPEN
DRAIN
Pumps
Model WSC and WDC chiller compressor motors operate at 3600 rpm on 60 Hz power (3000
rpm on 50 Hz). When VFDs are employed, the hertz/speed can be reduced by 70%. To avoid
the possibility of objectionable harmonics in the system piping, 4-pole, 1800/1500 rpm system
pumps should be used. The condenser water pump(s) must be cycled off when the last chiller of
the system cycles off. This will keep cold condenser water from migrating refrigerant to the
condenser. Cold liquid refrigerant in the condenser can make start-up difficult. In addition,
turning off the condenser water pump(s) when the chillers are not operating will conserve
energy.
Piping
Piping must be adequately supported to remove weight and strain on the chiller’s fittings and
connections. Be sure piping is adequately insulated. Install a cleanable 20-mesh water strainer
upstream of the evaporator and condenser. Install enough shutoff valves to permit draining water
from the evaporator or condenser without draining the complete system.
CAUTION
Freeze Notice: The evaporator and condenser are not self-draining. Both must be blown
out to completely remove water to help prevent freezup.

Include thermometers and pressure gauges at the chiller inlet and outlet connections and air
vents at the high points of piping. The water heads can be interchanged (end for end), allowing
water connections to be made at either end of the unit. Use new head gaskets when
interchanging water heads. When water pump noise is objectionable, use rubber isolation
sections at both the inlet and outlet of the pump. Vibration eliminator sections in the condenser
inlet and outlet water lines are not normally required. Where noise and vibration are critical and
the unit is mounted on spring isolators, flexible piping and conduit connections are necessary. If
not factory installed, a flow switch or pressure differential switch must be installed in the leaving
chilled water line in accordance with the flow switch manufacturer’s instructions.
Filtering and Treatment

Owners and operators must be aware that if the unit is operating with a cooling tower, cleaning
and flushing the cooling tower is required. Make sure tower blow-down or bleed-off is
operating. Atmospheric air contains many contaminants, which increases the need for water
treatment. The use of untreated water will result in corrosion, erosion, slime buildup, scaling, or
algae formation. A water treatment service should be used. McQuay International is not
responsible for damage or faulty operation from untreated or improperly treated water.
Machine Room Ventilation

In the market today, centrifugal chillers are available with either hermetic or open type motors.
Hermetic motors are cooled with refrigerant and dissipate their heat through the cooling tower.
On the other hand, open motors circulate equipment room air across themselves for cooling and
reject the heat to the equipment room. McQuay chillers have hermetic motors and DO NOT
require additional ventilation.
For chillers with open-drive type, air-cooled motors, good engineering practice dictates that the
motor heat be removed to prevent high equipment room temperatures. In many applications this
requires a large volume of ventilation air, or mechanical cooling to properly remove this motor
heat.
EXAMPLE: 1000 tons x 0.6 kW/Ton x 0.04 motor heat loss x 0.284 Tons/kW = 7 tons (24 kW) cooling
The energy and installation costs of ventilation or mechanical cooling equipment must be
considered when evaluating various chillers. For a fair comparison, the kW used for the
ventilation fans, or if mechanical cooling is required, the additional cooling and fan energy must
be added to the open motor compressor energy when comparing hermetic drives. Additionally,
significant costs occur for the purchase, installation, and maintenance of the ventilation or air
handling units.
Equipment room ventilation and safety requirements for various refrigerants is a complex subject
and is updated from time to time. The latest edition of ASHRAE 15 should be consulted.
Thermal Storage
McQuay chillers are designed for use in thermal storage systems. The chillers have two
operating conditions that must be considered. The first is normal air-conditioning duty where
leaving evaporator fluid temperatures range from 40°F to 45°F (4.4°C to 7.2°C). The second
condition occurs during the ice making process when leaving fluid temperatures are in the 22°F
to 26°F (-5.6°C to -3.3°C) range.

The MicroTech II control system will accommodate both operating points. The ice mode can be
started or stopped by an input signal to the microprocessor from a BAS or through a chilled
water reset signal. When a signal is received to change from the ice mode to the normal
operating mode, the chiller will shut down until the system fluid temperature rises to the higher
setpoint. The chiller will then restart and continue operation at the higher leaving fluid
temperature. When changing from normal cooling to the ice mode, the chiller will load to
maximum capacity until the lower setpoint is reached.
Computer selections must be made to check that the chiller will operate at both conditions. If
the “ice mode” is at night, the pressure differentials between the evaporator and condenser are
usually similar to normal cooling applications. The leaving fluid temperature is lower, but the
condensing temperature is also lower because the cooling tower water is colder. If the ice mode
can also operate during the day, when cooling tower water temperatures are high, a proper
selection becomes more difficult because the two refrigerant pressure differentials are
significantly different.
A three-way condenser water control valve is always required.
Variable Speed Pumping

Variable speed pumping involves changing system water flow relative to cooling load changes.
McQuay centrifugal chillers are designed for this duty with two limitations.
First, the rate of change in the water flow needs to be slow, not greater than 10% of the change
per minute. The chiller needs time to sense a load change and respond.
Second, the water velocity in the vessels must be 3 to 10 fps (0.91 and 3.0 m/sec). Below 3 fps
(0.91 m/sec), laminar flow occurs which reduces heat transfer. Above 10 fps (3.0 m/sec),
excessively high pressure drops and tube erosion occur. These flow limits can be determined
from the McQuay selection program.
We recommend variable flow only in the evaporator because there is virtually no change in
chiller efficiency compared to constant flow. In other words, there is no chiller energy penalty.
Although variable speed pumping can be done in the condenser loop, it is usually unwise. The
intent of variable flow is to reduce pump horsepower. However, reducing condenser water flow
increases the chiller’s condensing pressure, increasing the lift that the compressor must
overcome which, in turn, increases the compressor’s energy use. Consequently, pump energy
savings can be lost because the chiller operating power is significantly increased.
Low condenser flow can cause premature tube fouling and subsequent increased compressor
power consumption. Increased cleaning and/or chemical use can also result.
Vibration Mounting
Every McQuay chiller is run tested and compressor vibration is measured and limited to a
maximum rate of 0.14 inches per second, which is considerably more stringent than other
available compressors. Consequently, floor-mounted spring isolators are not usually required.
Rubber mounting pads are shipped with each unit. It is wise to continue to use piping flexible
connectors to reduce sound transmitted into the pipe and to allow for expansion and contraction.
Operating Limits
The maximum temperature of water entering the chiller on standby must not exceed 110°F
(43.3°C). Maximum temperature entering on start-up must not exceed 90°F (32.2°C). Minimum
chilled water leaving temperature without antifreeze is approximately 38°F (3.3°C), but can vary
up or down two degrees depending on actual component selection.

System Water Volume
It is important to have adequate water volume in the system to provide an opportunity for the
chiller to sense a load change, adjust to the change and stabilize. As the expected load change
becomes more rapid, a greater water volume is needed. The system water volume is the total
amount of water in the evaporator, air handling products and associated piping. If the water
volume is too low, operational problems can occur including rapid compressor cycling, rapid
loading and unloading of compressors, erratic refrigerant flow in the chiller, and loss of
temperature control.
For normal comfort cooling applications where the cooling load changes relatively slowly, we
recommend a minimum system volume of three minutes times the flow rate (gpm). For example,
if the design chiller flow rate is 1000 gpm, we recommend a minimum system volume of 3000
gallons (1000 gpm x 3 minutes).
For process applications where the cooling load can change rapidly, additional system water
volume is needed. A process example would be a quench tank where the load would be stable
until the hot material is dipped into the water tank. Then, the load would increase drastically.
Large storage capacity will usually be required for this type of application.
System volume = {1000 gpm x 3 minutes} + {(5 increment of 10% increase) x (3 minutes) x
1000 gpm} = 18,000 gallons
Since there are many other factors that can influence performance, systems can successfully
operate below these suggestions. However, as the water volume decreases below these
suggestions, the possibility of problems increases. We believe that these guidelines should be an
industry standard and not just recommendations from McQuay.
Relief Valves
Vessel Relief Valves Figure 14, Typical Vent Piping
Relief valve connection sizes are 1-inch FPT and
are in the quantity shown in Table 8 and Table 9.
Relief valves must be piped to the outside of the
building in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE 15-
2001. The new 2001 standard has revised the
calculation method compared to previous issues.
Twin relief valves, mounted on a transfer valve,
are used on the condenser so that one relief valve
can be shut off and removed for testing or
replacement, leaving the other in operation. Only
one of the two valves is in operation at any time.
Where 4 valves are shown, on some large vessels,
they consist of two relief valves mounted on each
of two transfer valves. Only two relief valves of
the four are active at any time.
Vent piping is sized for only one valve of the set
since only one can be in operation at a time.

Relief Pipe Sizing (ASHRAE Method)
Relief valve pipe sizing is based on the discharge capacity for the given evaporator or condenser
and the length of piping to be run. Discharge capacity for HFC-134a vessels is calculated as
follows:
Inch-Pound Units SI Units
L=
(
0.215d 5 PO2 − P22 )− d * ln
(PO / P2 )
L=
(
7.4381 x 10 −15 d 5 PO2 − P22 )− d *ln
(PO / P2
fC r2 6f fC r2 500 f
Where
L = equivalent length of discharge piping
Rr = rated capacity as stamped on the relief valve in lb/min (kg/s)
f = Moody friction factor in fully turbulent flow. Typical values given in
Table 6, Moody friction factor (f)
Piping NPS DN ID (in.) f
1 25 1.049 0.0225
2 50 2.067 0.0190
3 80 3.068 0.0173
4 100 4.026 0.0163
d = inside diameter of pipe

ln = natural logarithm
P2 = absolute pressure at outlet of discharge piping, psi (kPa)
Po = allowed back pressure (absolute) at the outlet of the relief valve. psi (kPa), 15% of set
pressure,
Po = (0.15P) + atmospheric pressure
McQuay centrifugal chillers have the following relief valve settings and discharge capacity:
WSC evaporator and condenser = 200 psi, 75.5 lb of air/min
WDC evaporator = 180 psi, 68.5 lb of air/min
WDC condenser = 225 psi, 84.4 lb of air/min
Since the pressures and valve size are fixed for McQuay chillers, the above equation can be
reduced to the simple table shown below.
Table 7, Relief Valve Piping Sizes
Pipe Size inch (NPT) 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 1/2 3 4
Moody Factor 0.0209 0.0202 0.0190 0.0182 0.0173 0.0163
Equivalent length (ft) 2.2 18.5 105.8 296.7 973.6 4117.4
NOTE: A 1-inch pipe is too small to handle these valves. A pipe increaser must be installed at the valve outlet.
Per ASHRAE Standard 15, the pipe size cannot be less than the relief device. The discharge
from more than one relief valve can be run into a common header, the area of which shall not be
less than the sum of the areas of the connected pipes. For further details, refer to ASHRAE
Standard 15. The common header can be calculated by the formula:
0.5
DCommon = §¨ D12 + D22 ....D n2 ·¸
© ¹
The above information is a guide only. Consult local codes and/or latest version of ASHRAE
Standard 15 for sizing data.

Electrical Data
Wiring and Conduit
Wire sizes must comply with local and state electrical codes. Where total amperes require larger
conductors than a single conduit would permit, limited by dimensions of motor terminal box, two or more
conduits can be used. Where multiple conduits are used, all three phases must be balanced in each conduit.
Failure to balance each conduit will result in excessive heating of the conductors and unbalanced voltage.
An interposing relay can be required on remote mounted starter applications when the length of the
conductors run between the chiller and starter is excessive.
Note: On WDC dual compressor units, dual power leads are standard, requiring separate power leads
properly sized and protected to each compressor starter or VFD. Separate disconnects must be used.
NOTES for Following Wiring Diagram

1. Compressor motor starters are either factory mounted and wired, or shipped separate for field mounting
and wiring. If provided by others, starters must comply with McQuay specification 359AB99. All line and
load side power conductors must be copper.
2. If starters are freestanding, then field wiring between the starter and the control panel is required.
Minimum wire size for 115 Vac is 12 GA for a maximum length of 50 feet. If greater than 50 feet, refer to
McQuay for recommended wire size minimum. Wire size for 24 Vac is 18 GA. All wiring to be installed
as NEC Class 1 wiring system. All 24 Vac wiring must be run in separate conduit from 115 Vac wiring.
Main power wiring between starter and motor terminal is factory-installed when units are supplied with
unit-mounted starters. Wiring of free-standing starter must be wired in accordance with NEC and
connection to compressor motor terminals must be made with copper wire and copper lugs only.
3. For optional sensor wiring, see unit control diagram. It is recommended that dc wires be run separately
from 115 Vac wiring.
4. Customer furnished 24 or 120 Vac power for alarm relay coil can be connected between UTB1 terminals
84 power and 51 neutral of the control panel. For normally open contacts, wire between 82 & 81. For
normally closed contacts, wire between 83 & 81. The alarm is operator programmable. The maximum
rating of the alarm relay coil is 25 VA.
5. Remote on/off control of unit can be accomplished by installing a set of dry contacts between terminals
70 and 54.
6. Evaporator and condenser paddle type flow switches or water pressure differential switches are required
and must be wired as shown. If field supplied pressure differential switches are used then these must be
installed across the vessel and not the pump.
7. Customer supplied 115 Vac, 20 amp power for optional evaporator and condenser water pump control
power and tower fans is supplied to unit control terminals (UTBI) 85 power / 86 neutral, PE equipment
ground.
8. Optional customer supplied 115 Vac, 25 VA maximum coil rated chilled water pump relay (EP 1 & 2) can
be wired as shown. This option will cycle the chilled water pump in response to building load.
9. The condenser water pump must cycle with the unit. A customer supplied 115 Vac 25 VA maximum coil
rated condenser water pump relay (CP1 & 2) is to be wired as shown.
10. Optional customer supplied 115 Vac, 25 VA maximum coil rated cooling tower fan relays (CL - C4) can
be wired as shown. This option will cycle the cooling tower fans in order to maintain unit head pressure.
11. Auxiliary 24 Vac rated contacts in both the chilled water and condenser water pump starters must be
wired as shown.
12. For VFD, Wye-Delta, and solid state starters connected to six (6) terminal motors. The conductors
between the starter and motor carry phase current and selection shall be based on 58 percent of the
motor rated load amperes (RLA). Wiring of free-standing starter must be in accordance with the NEC
and connection to the compressor motor terminals shall be made with copper wire and copper lugs only.
Main power wiring between the starter and motor terminals is factory-installed when chillers are supplied
with unit-mounted starters.
13. Optional Protocol Selectability BAS interfaces. The locations and interconnection requirements for the
various standard protocols are found in their respective installation manuals, obtainable from the local
McQuay sales office and also shipped with each unit:
Modbus IM 743-0 LonWorks IM 735-0 BACnet IM 736-0
14. The “Full Metering” or “Amps Only Metering” option will require some field wiring when free-standing
starters are used. Wiring will depend on chiller and starter type. Consult the local McQuay sales office
for information on specific selections.

Figure 15, Typical Field Connection Diagram, WSC Unit
MICROTECH CONTROL
BOX TERMINALS
(115V) (24V)
UTB1
GND PE 54
85 * REMOTE
POWER ON/OFF
* NOTE 7 (NOTE 5)
86
NEUTRAL
* NOTE 10 70 * MODE
H
80
SWITCH
* COOLING O
55 *NOTE 8
C4 74 H
TOWER A
FOURTH 86 O
STAGE A C
STARTER 86 EP2
NOTE 11
* CHILLED
* NOTE 10 EWI-2 WATER
H 79
PUMP
* COOLING O
C3 * NOTE 8 STARTERS
73
TOWER A H
THIRD O
STAGE
STARTER EP1
A C
78
77 NOTE 11
* NOTE 10 EWI-1
H 76
* COOLING O
C2 75
TOWER A
SECOND
STAGE (NOTE 6) (NOTE 6)
STARTER SWITCH SWITCH * NOTE 9
DELTA P DELTA P H
FLOW OR FLOW OR O
* NOTE 10 EVAP. COND. A
H CP2 C
O
* COOLING C1
TOWER A NOTE 11
FIRST CWI-2
STAGE
STARTER
COMMON 81
ALARM RELAY
82(NO) (NOTE 4) * CONDENSER
A WATER
* NOTE 4 83(NC) PUMP
STARTERS
POWER 84
CTB2 * NOTE 9
H
T3-S
O
EF A C
CP1
CF
NOTE 11
CWI-1
52
COOLING TOWER BYPASS VALVE 71

1-10 VDC
71
1-10 VDC
COOLING TOWER VFD 53
MICROTECH -STARTER LOAD SIDE TERMINALS-

L1 L2 L3
COMPRESSOR CONTROL VFD
BOX TERMINALS
U V W
CTB1
-LINE- NOTE 2 115VAC
T1 T6 T2 T4 T3 T5
GND
PE -COMPRESSOR TERMINALS-
CP1 L1
-STARTER LOAD SIDE TERMINALS-
CP2 L2 WYE- DELTA
T4 T5 T6
23(5A) 23 T1 T2 T3
24(5) 24
COMPRESSOR
25 25
T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6
MOTOR -COMPRESSOR TERMINALS-
STARTER
1 1 -STARTER LOAD SIDE TERMINALS-
(NOTE 1) SOLID STATE
2 2
NOTE 12
T1 T2 T3
3 3
4 4
6 11 T1 T6 T2 T4 T3 T5
11 11 -COMPRESSOR TERMINALS- - FOR DC VOLTAGE AND 4-20 MA

12 12
CONNECTIONS (SEE NOTE 3)
-STARTER LOAD SIDE TERMINALS-
MEDIUM AND HIGH VOLTAGE
- FOR DETAILS OF CONTROL
22 22
REFER TO COMPRESSOR CONTROL
T1 T2 T3
LESS
SCHEMATIC: 330342201
NOTE 2
-LOAD- THAN - UNIT CONTROL SCHEMATIC 330342101
30V
OR T1 T2 T3 - LEGEND: 330343001
24VAC -COMPRESSOR TERMINALS- - FIELD SUPPLIED ITEM
330387901-0A
See notes on preceding page.

Control Power
The 115-volt control power can be supplied from the starter or a transformer (meeting the
requirements of McQuay Specification 359A999) separate from the starter. Either source must
be properly fused with 20-amp dual element fuses or with a circuit breaker selected for motor
duty. If the control transformer or other power source for the control panel is remote from the
unit, conductors must be sized for a maximum voltage drop of 3%. Required circuit ampacity is
20 amps at 115 volts. Conductor size for long runs between the control panel and power source,
based upon National Electrical Code limitations for 3% voltage drop, can be determined from
the table below.
Control Power Line Sizing
Maximum Length, ft (m) Wire Size (AWG) Maximum Length, ft (m) Wire Size (AWG)
0 (0) to 50 (15.2) 12 120 (36.6) to 200 (61.0) 6
50 (15.2) to 75 (22.9) 10 200 (61.0) to 275 (83.8) 4
75 (22.9) to 120 (36.6) 8 275 (83.8) to 350 (106.7) 3
Notes:
1. Maximum length is the distance a conductor will traverse between the control power source and the unit control panel.
2. Panel terminal connectors will accommodate up to number 10 AWG wire. Larger conductors will require an intermediate
junction box.

Chiller Identification
To provide a wide range of components to match job requirements of capacity, efficiency and
competitive initial cost, McQuay WSC and WDC centrifugal chillers are selected by computer
and identified by their components.
The variations of compressor, impeller, gear ratio, evaporator and condenser tube surface and
configuration provide over 1,000,000 combinations of standard components within the range of
80 to 2,500 tons. It is impractical to catalog all of these combinations. Therefore, computer
selection for specific application conditions is required. The complete unit model code is then
established as follows:
Figure 16, Chiller Identification

MODEL CODE EXAMPLE: W S C - 063M - AQ - 18S / E2012- E B- 2 * A / C1812- B L Y Y - 2 * A Y Y Y R / 134
Packaged Water Cooled

Centrifugal Chiller
S = Single Compressor
COMPRESSOR
D = Dual Compressor
Hermetic Compressor Model
Compressor/Impeller Code
Gear Ratio
Motor/Voltage Code
Evaporator Shell Description

[Diameter (in.), Length (ft.)]
EVAPORATOR
Tube Count Code
Tube Type Code
Number of Passes (1, 2, 3)
Water Inlet Location (R = Right Inlet; L = Left Inlet)
Connection Type
Condenser Shell Description [Diameter (in.), Length (ft.)]
Tube Count Code
Type Type Code
Tube Count Code (Heat Recovery Condenser)
Tube Type Code (Heat Recovery Conderser)

CONDENSER
Number of Passes (1, 2, 3)
Water Inlet Location (R = Right Inlet; L = Left Inlet)
Connection Type
Number of Passes (Heat Recovery Condenser)
Water Inlet Location (Heat Recovery Condenser)
Connection Type (Heat Recovery Condenser)
Motor Manufacturer
R
Refrigeration Type (134 = HFC-134a)

Physical Data and Weights
Evaporator
The optional insulation of cold surfaces includes the evaporator and non-connection water head,
suction piping, compressor inlet, motor housing, and motor coolant suction line.
The insulation used is UL recognized (File # E55475). It is 3/4" thick ABS/PVC flexible foam
with skin having a K factor of 0.28 at 75°F. The sheet insulation is fitted and cemented in place
forming a vapor barrier, then painted with a resilient epoxy finish that resists cracking.
The insulation complies to appropriate requirements or has been tested in accordance with the
following:
ASTM-C-177 ASTM-C-534 Type 2 UL 94-5V
ASTM-D-1056-91-2C1 ASTM E 84 MEA 186-86-M Vol. N
CAN/ULC S102-M88
Refrigerant side design pressure is 200 psi (1380 kPa) on WSC units. WDC evaporators are 180
psi (1242 kPa) and WDC condensers are 225 psi (1552 kPa). Standard water-side design
pressure is 150 psi (1034 kPa) on all vessels. 300 psi (2068 kPa) is available as an option.
In the event insulation is to be field installed, the approximate total square footage of insulation
surface required for individual packaged chillers is tabulated by evaporator code and can be
found below.
Table 8, Evaporator Physical Data
Vessel Dry Number
Evaporator Evaporator Water Insulation Area
WSC WDC Weight of Relief
Code Capacity, gal (L) sq ft (m2)
lb (kg) Valves
E1809 X 23 (87) 75 (7.0) 2237 (1013) 1
E1812 X 27 (103) 78 (7.2) 2504 (1134) 1
E2009 X 31 (117) 82 (7.6) 2543 (1152) 1
E2012 X 37 (139) 84 (7.8) 2862 (1296) 1
E2209 X 38 (145) 66 (6.1) 2708 (1227) 1
E2212 X 45 (170) 90 (8.3) 3071 (1391) 1
E2212 X 63 (240) 90 (8.3) 3550 (1609) 1
E2216 X 79 (301) 144 (13.4) 4200 (1903) 1
E2412 X 88 (335) 131 (12.1) 4410 (1999) 1
E2416 X 110 (415) 157 (14.6) 5170 (2343) 1
E2609 X 61 (231) 76 (7.1) 3381 (1532) 1
E2612 X 72 (273) 102 (9.4) 3880 (1758) 1
E2612 X 101 (381) 102 (9.4) 4745 (2150) 1
E2616 X 126 (478) 162 (15.0) 5645 (2558) 1
E3009 X 74 (281) 86 (8.0) 4397 (1992) 1
E3012 X 89 (336) 115 (10.6) 5075 (2299) 1
E3016 X 157 (594) 207 (19.2) 7085 (3211) 2
E3609 X 128 (484) 155 14.4) 5882 (2665) 1
E3612 X 152 (574) 129 (11.9) 6840 (3099) 1
E3616 X 243 (918) 239 (22.2) 9600 (4351) 2
E4212 X 222 (841) 148 (13.7) 8922 (4042) 1
E4216 X 347 (1313) 264 (24.5) 12215 (5536) 2
E4220 X 481 (1819) 330 (30.6) 15045 (6819) 2
E4812 X 327 (1237) 169 (15.6) 11125 (5040) 2
E4816 X 556 (2106) 302 (281) 16377 (7429) 2
E4820 X 661 (2503) 377 (35.0) 17190 (7791) 2
Notes:
1. Water capacity is based on standard tube configuration and standard heads.
2. Vessel weight includes the shell, maximum tubes, and standard heads, no refrigerant.

Condenser
With positive pressure systems, the pressure variance with temperature is always predictable,
and the vessel design and relief protection are based upon pure refrigerant characteristics.
Negative pressure systems are not ASME designed, inspected and stamped. R-134a requires
ASME vessel design, inspection and testing and uses spring-loaded pressure relief valves.
Negative pressure units use rupture disks. When an over pressure condition occurs, the rupture
disk is permanently destroyed. Spring-loaded relief valves purge only the amount of refrigerant
required to reduce the system pressure to the valve setting level and then close.
Refrigerant side design pressure is 200 psi (1380 kPa) on WSC units and 225 psi (1552 kPa) on
WDC units. Standard water side design pressure is 150 psi (1034 kPa) on all vessels. 300 psi
(2068 kPa) is available as an option.
Pumpdown
To facilitate compressor service, all McQuay centrifugal chillers are designed to permit
pumpdown and isolation of the entire refrigerant charge in the unit’s condenser. Dual
compressor units, and single compressor units equipped with the optional suction shutoff valve,
can also be pumped down into the evaporator. No separate pumpout receiver is required on
most installations.
Table 9, Condenser Physical Data
Vessel Dry Number of
Pumpdown Water
Condenser Code WSC WDC Weight Relief
Capacity lb (kg) Capacity gal (L)
lb (kg) Valves
C1609 X 468 (213) 24 (92) 1589 (718) 2
C1612 X 677 (307) 33 (123) 1870 (847) 2
C1809 X 597 (271) 34 (128) 1835 (831) 2
C1812 X 845 (384) 44 (166) 2183 (989) 2
C2009 X 728 (330) 47 (147) 2230 (1010) 2
C2012 X 971 (440) 62 (236) 2677 (1213) 2
C2209 X 822 (372) 60 (228) 2511 (1137) 2
C2212 X 1183 (537) 76 (290) 3031 (1373) 2
C2212 X 1110 (504) 89 (337) 3075 (1395) 2
C2216 X 1489 (676) 114 (430) 3861 (1751) 2
C2416 X 1760 (799) 143 (540) 4647 (2188) 2
C2609 X 1242 (563) 89 (335) 3210 (1454) 2
C2612 X 1656 (751) 111 (419) 3900 (1767) 2
C2616 X 2083 (945) 159 (603) 5346 (2425) 2
C3009 X 1611 (731) 114 (433) 4356 (1973) 2
C3012 X 2148 (975) 144 (545) 5333 (2416) 2
C3016 X 2789 (1265) 207 (782) 6752 (3063) 4
C3612 X 2963 (1344) 234 (884) 7508 (3401) 2
C3616 X 3703 (1725) 331 (1251) 9575 (4343) 4
C4212 X 3796 (1722) 344 (1302) 10267 (4651) 2
C4216 X 5010 (2273) 475 (1797) 12662 (5743) 4
C4220 X 5499 (2494) 634 (2401) 17164 (7785) 4
C4812 X 4912 (2228) 491 (1855) 13077 (5924) 4
C4816 X 5581 (2532) 717 (2715) 18807 (8530) 4
C4820 X 7034 (3191) 862 (3265) 23106 (10481) 4
Notes:
1. Condenser pumpdown capacity based on 90% full at 90°F.
2. Vessel weight includes the shell, maximum tubes, and standard heads, no refrigerant.
Compressor
Table 10, Compressor Weights
Compressor Size 048/050 063 079 087 100 113 126
870 3200 3200 3200 6000 6000 6000
Weight lb (kg)
(390) (1440) (1440) (1440) (2700) (2700) (2700)

Dimensions
Notes:
1. Drawings included in this section are for rough layout purposes only. Detailed certified drawings, as pdf hard
copies or dgm files, are available from the local McQuay sales office. Do not use for final construction drawings
2. Obtain specific unit certified drawings for detailed dimensions of water, oil cooler, and relief valve connections
3. Dimensions in inches (mm).
4. See Physical Data and Weights section for component and unit weights.
5. Allow three feet of service access on all four sides, plus allow the length of the tubes, plus two feet on one end,
for tube removal. The last two numbers in the vessel code are the tube length in feet. The NEC may require
more than 3 feet clearance in front of control panels or starting equipment depending voltage and layout.
6. The adjustable control interface panel is shipped unmounted from the unit. When mounted, it can be folded
back within the confines of the unit width and height.
Figure 17, WSC 048/WSC 050, 85 to 165 Tons, (300 to 580 kW)
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR
INTERFACE PANEL
UNIT
CONTROL
BOX
1” FPT VESSEL RELIEF
VALVE CONNECTIONS
FACTORY
MOUNTED EVAPORATOR
STARTER
B
(OPTIONAL)
1” FPT OIL
COOLER CONNECTION
CONDENSER
X
A
IN OUT
F G
OUT
Y IN
Z
C
C +16”
VESSEL CODE OVERALL LENGTH OVERALL CONNECTIONS

OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN HEIGHT WIDTH W/O CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRRINT
EVAP COND
PASS PASS BOTH ENDS STARTER
EVAP COND 2 2
A A A B C X Y Z D E F G PASS PASS
134 128 134 71 42 55 31 17 113 111 42 34
E1809 C1609 (3404) (3251) (3404) (1803) (1067) (1397) (787) (432) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 6 5
169 163 169 71 42 72 30 16 148 145 42 34
E1812 C1612 (4293) (4140) (4293) (1803) (1067) (1829) (762) (406) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 6 5
134 128 134 71 42 55 31 16 113 111 42 34
E2009 C1609 (3404) (3251) (3404) (1803) (1067) (1397) (787) (406) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 6 5
169 163 169 71 42 72 30 16 148 145 42 34
E2012 C1612 (4293) (4140) (4293) (1803) (1067) (1829) (762) (406) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 6 5
134 128 134 71 42 55 31 17 113 111 42 34
E2009 C1809 (3404) (3251) (3404) (1803) (1067) (1397) (787) (432) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 6 6
169 163 169 71 42 73 30 17 148 145 42 34
E2012 C1812 (4293) (4140) (4293) (1803) (1067) (1854) (762) (432) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 6 6
134 129 134 71 42 55 30 17 113 111 42 34
E2209 C2009 (3404) (3277) (3404) (1803) (1067) (1397) (762) (432) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 8 6
169 164 169 71 42 73 29 17 148 145 42 34
E2212 C2012 (4293) (4166) (4293) (1803) (1067) (1854) (737) (432) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 8 6

Figure 18, WSC 063, 160 to 300 Tons (560 to 1050 kW)
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR
INTERFACE PANEL
UNIT
CONTROL
BOX
VALVE CONNECTIONS
FACTORY
MOUNTED EVAPORATOR
STARTER
B
(OPTIONAL)
1” FPT OIL
COOLER CONNECTION
CONDENSER
X
A
IN OUT
F G
OUT
Y IN
Z
C
C +17”
VESSEL CODE OVERALL LENGTH CONNECTIONS

OVERALL
OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN. HEIGHT WIDTH W/O CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT
EVAP COND
EVAP COND 2 2
PASS PASS
A A A B C X Y Z D E F G
134 128 134 76 42 50 37 16 113 111 42 34
E2009 C1809 (3404) (3251) (3404) (1930) (1067) (1270) (940) (406) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 6 6
169 163 169 76 42 68 36 17 148 145 42 34
E2012 C1812 (4293) (4140) (4293) (1930) (1067) (1727) (914) (432) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 6 6
134 129 134 76 42 50 36 17 113 111 42 34
E2209 C2009 (3404) (3277) (3404) (1930) (1067) (1270) (914) (432) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 8 6
169 164 169 76 42 68 34 17 148 145 42 34
E2212 C2012 (4293) (4166) (4293) (1930) (1067) (1727) (864) (432) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 8 6
134 129 134 76 42 51 35 17 113 111 42 34
E2209 C2209 (3404) (3277) (3404) (1930) (1067) (1295) (889) (432) (2870) (2819) (1067) (864) 8 8
169 164 169 76 42 68 34 17 148 145 42 34
E2212 C2212 (4293) (4166) (4293) (1930) (1067) (1727) (864) (432) (3759) (3683) (1067) (864) 8 8
134 129 134 80 46 51 37 20 113 111 46 38
E2609 C2209 (3404) (3277) (3404) (2032) (1168) (1295) (940) (508) (2870) (2819) (1168) (965) 8 8
169 164 169 80 46 69 35 20 148 145 46 38
E2612 C2212 (4293) (4166) (4293) (2032) (1168) (1753) (889) (508) (3759) (3683) (1168) (965) 8 8
134 129 134 86 48 51 40 20 113 111 48 40
E2609 C2609 (3404) (3277) (3404) (2184) (1219) (1295) (1016) (508) (2870) (2819) (1219) (1016) 8 8
169 164 169 86 48 69 38 21 148 145 48 40
E2612 C2612 (4293) (4166) (4293) (2184) (1219) (1753) (965) (533) (3759) (3683) (1219) (1016) 8 8
175 167 175 90 53 67 41 21 148 145 53 45
E3012 C2612 (4445) (4242) (4445) (2286) (1346) (1702) (1041) (533) (3759) (3683) (1646) (1143) 10 8
140 132 140 91 52 52 41 25 113 111 56 48
E3009 C2609 (3556) (3353) (3556) (2235) (1321) (1321) (1041) (635) (2870) (2819) (1422) (1219) 10 8
Note: See notes on page 60.

Figure 19, WSC 079/087, 300 to 600 Tons (1050 to 2110 kW)
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR
INTERFACE PANEL
UNIT
CONTROL
BOX
VALVE CONNECTIONS
FACTORY
MOUNTED EVAPORATOR
STARTER
B
(OPTIONAL)
1” FPT OIL
COOLER CONNECTION
CONDENSER
X
A
IN OUT
F G
OUT
Y IN
Z
C
C +17”
VESSEL CODE “A” OVERALL LENGTH CONNECTIONS

OVERALL
OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN. HEIGHT WIDTH W/O CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT
EVAP COND
EVAP COND 2 2
PASS PASS
134 129 134 74 45 50 35 18 113 111 45 37
E2209 C2209 (3404) (3277) (3404) (1880) (1143) (1270) (889) (457) (2870) (2819) (1173) (9398) 8 8
169 164 169 74 45 68 34 18 148 145 45 37
E2212 C2212 (4293) (4166) (4293) (1880) (1143) (1727) (864) (457) (3759) (3683) (1173) (9398) 8 8
134 129 134 78 49 51 40 22 113 111 49 41
E2609 C2209 (3404) (3277) (3404) (1981) (1245) (1295) (1016) (559) (2870) (2819) (1245) (1041) 8 8
169 164 169 78 49 69 35 21 148 145 49 41
E2612 C2212 (4293) (4166) (4293) (1981) (1245) (1753) (889) (533) (3759) (3683) (1245) (1041) 8 8
134 129 134 83 52 51 37 21 113 111 52 44
E2609 C2609 (3404) (3277) (3404) (2108) (1321) (1295) (940) (533) (2870) (2819) (1321) 1118) 8 8
169 164 169 83 52 69 38 22 148 145 52 44
E2612 C2612 (4293) (4166) (4293) (2108) (1321) (1753) (965) (559) (3759) (3683) (1321) 1118) 8 8
140 132 140 88 56 52 41 25 113 111 56 48
E3009 C2609 (3556) (3353) (3556) 2235) (1422) (1321) (1041) (635) (2870) (2819) (1422) (1219) 10 8
140 132 140 93 58 52 43 26 113 111 58 50
E3009 C3009 (3556) (3353) (3556) (2362) (1473) (1321) (1092) (660) (2870) (2819) (1473) (1270) 10 10
175 167 175 88 56 69 40 25 148 145 56 48
E3012 C2612 (4445) (4242) (4445) (2235) (1422) (1753) (1016) (635) (3759) (3683) (1422) (1219) 10 8
175 167 175 93 58 70 41 26 148 145 58 50
E3012 C3012 (4445) (4242) (4445) (2362) (1473) (1778) (1041) (660) (3759) (3683) (1473) (1270) 10 10
140 133 140 94 74 52 43 34 113 111 74 66
E3609 C3009 (3556) (3378) (3556) (2388) (1880) (1321) (1092) (864) (2870) (2819) (1880) (1676) 12 10
175 168 175 94 74 70 41 34 148 145 74 66
E3612 C3012 (4445) (4267) (4445) (2388) (1880) (1778) (1041) (864) (3759) (3683) (1879) (1676) 12 10
175 168 175 105 80 70 46 38 148 145 80 72
E3612 C3612 (4445) (4267) (4445) (2667) (2032) (1778) (1168) (965) (3759) (3683) (2032) (1829) 12 12
Notes:
1. E3612/C3612 combination is available on WSC 087 only.
2. E2209/C2209 and E2212/C2212 available on WSC 079 only.
3. See notes on page 60.

Figure 20, WSC 100-113-126, 600 to 1300 Tons (2100 to 4550 kW)
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR
INTERFACE PANEL
UNIT
CONTROL
BOX
VALVE CONNECTIONS
FACTORY
MOUNTED EVAPORATOR
STARTER
B
(OPTIONAL)
1” FPT OIL
COOLER CONNECTION
CONDENSER
X
A
IN OUT
F G
OUT
Y IN
Z
C
C +28”
VESSEL CODE OVERALL LENGTH CONNECTIONS

OVERALL
OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN HEIGHT WIDTH W/O CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT
EVAP COND
EVAP COND 2 2
A A A B C X Y Z D E F G PASS PASS
175 167 175 97 61 65 47 21 148 145 61 53

E3012 C3012 (4445) (4242) (4445) (2464) (1549) (1651) (1194) (553) (3759) (3683) (1549) (1346) 10 10
175 168 175 99 74 68 47 27 148 145 74 66
E3612 C3012 (4445) (4267) (4445) (2515) (1880) (1727) (1194) (686) (3759) (3683) (1880) (1676) 12 10
175 168 175 99 80 68 46 31 148 145 80 72
E3612 C3612 (4445) (4267) (4445) (2515) (2032) (1727) (1168) (787) (3759) (3683) (2032) (1829) 12 12
175 170 175 99 86 69 45 35 148 145 86 78
E4212 C3612 (4445) (4318) (4445) (2515) (2184) (1753) (1143) (889) (3759) (3683) (2184) (1981) 14 12
175 170 175 102 92 69 45 37 148 145 92 84
E4212 C4212 (4445) (4318) (4445) (2591) (2337) (1753) (1143) (940) (3759) (3683) 2337) (2134) 14 14
181 175 181 106 98 69 46 42 148 145 98 90
E4812 C4212 (4597) (4445) (4597) (2692) (2489) (1753) (1168) 1067) (3759) (3683) 2489) (2286) 18 14
181 175 181 106 104 70 46 46 145 145 104 96
E4812 C4812 (4597) (4445) (4597) (2692) (2642) (1778) (1168) (1168) (3683) (3683) (2642) (2438) 18 18
Notes:
1. The optional unit-mounted starter is shipped separate for field mounting, brackets and interconnecting cables are shipped with the
unit.
2. E3012/C3012 available on 100 only, E4812/C4812 available on 126 only.

Figure 21, WDC 048/050, 180 to 320 tons (630 to 4620 kW)
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR UNIT

INTERFACE PANEL CONTROL
BOX
VALVE CONNECTIONS
B STARTER
(OPTIONAL) EVAPORATOR STARTER
(OPTIONAL)
1” FPT OIL COOLER CONNECTION
Y CONDENSER
X
OUT
IN
OUT
FOOTPRINT Y IN
C
C + 20”

OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN HEIGHT WIDTH W/O CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT EVAP COND
EVAP COND PASS PASS BOTH ENDS STARTER 2 2
PASS PASS
169 164 169 79 40 72 29 15 150 147 41 35
E2212 C2212 (4299) (4158) (4299) (2020) (1024) (1838) (733) (384) (3802) (3726 (1024) (872) 8 8
218 213 218 79 40 93 31 20 199 196 41 35
E2216 C2216 (5544) (5404) (5544) (2020) (1024) (2367) (800) (498) (5050) (4974) (1024) (872) 8 8
169 165 169 85 44 73 33 18 150 147 45 39
E2412 C2212 (4299) (4180) (4299) (2149) (1131) (1854) (838) (457) (3802) (3726 (1131) (979) 8 8
218 214 218 83 43 95 34 20 199 196 43 38
E2416 C2216 (5544) (5428) (5544) (2108) (1092) (2413) (864) (496) (5050) (4974) (1092) (965) 8 8
169 165 169 85 44 75 35 20 150 147 45 39
E2612 C2212 (4299) (4180) (4299) (2149) (1131) (1918) (902) (505) (3802) (3726 (1131) (979) 8 8
218 214 218 85 44 97 36 19 199 196 45 39
E2616 C2216 (5544) (5428) (5544) (2149) (1131) (2467) (921) (492) (5050) (4974) (1131) (979) 8 8

Figure 22, WDC 063, 320 to 600 tons (1120 to 2100 kW)

BOX
VALVE CONNECTIONS
B STARTER
(OPTIONAL)
Y CONDENSER
X
OUT
IN
OUT
FOOTPRINT Y IN
C
C + 15”

OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN WIDTH W/O
HEIGHT CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT EVAP COND
EVAP COND PASS PASS .BOTH ENDS STARTER 2 2
PASS PASS
218 214 218 80 58 91 36 17 199 196 58 50
E2416 C2416 (5544) (5426) (5544) (2032) (1470) (2318) (911) (425) (5048) (4972) (1470) (1267) 8 8
218 214 218 80 58 91 35 17¼ 199 196 58 50
E2416 C2616 (5544) (5426) (5544) (2032) (1470) (2324) (895) (438) (5048) (4972) (1470) (1267) 8 8
218 214 218 80 58 91 36 16 199 196 58 50
E2616 C2416 (5544) (5426) (5544) (2032) (1470) (2324) (911) (419) (5048) (4972) (1470) (1267) 8 8
218 214 218 80 58 92 35 17 199 196 58 50
E2616 C2616 (5544) (5426) (5544) (2032) (1470) (2340) (899) (435) (5048) (4972) (1470) (1267) 8 8
221 214 221 90 64 95 40 21 199 196 64 56
E3016 C3016 (5623) (5445) (5623) (2280) (1619) (2410) (1029) (537) (5048) (4972) (1619) (1416) 10 10
224 218 224 99 71 199 196 71 63
E3616 C3016 (2) (2) (2) 12 10
(5685) (5518) (5685) (2496) (1808) (5048) (4972) (1808) (1605)
224 218 224 106 75 199 196 75 67
E3616 C3616 (2) (2) (2) 12 12
(5685) (5518) (5685) (2686) (1886) (5048) (4972) (1886) (1682)
Notes:
1. Additional starter width for E3616/C3616 and E3616/C3016 is 4 inches rather than the 15 inches show in drawing.
2. Consult McQuay sales office.
.

Figure 23, WDC 079 and WDC 087, 600 to 800 tons (2100 to 2800 kW

BOX
VALVE CONNECTIONS
B STARTER
(OPTIONAL)
Y CONDENSER
X
OUT
IN
OUT
FOOTPRINT Y IN
C
SEE NOTE 1

OVERALL
HEIGHT CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT EVAP COND
PASS PASS
221 214 221 94 57 93 44 19 199 196 57 49
E3016 C3016 (5620) (5442) (5620) (2407) (1454) (2369) (1127) (492) (5050) (4974) (1453) (1250) 10 10
224 218 224 100 71 94 45 32 199 196 57 49
E3616 C3016 (5696) (5531) (5696) (2530) (1808) (2388) (1149) (803) (5050) (4974) (1453) (1250) 12 10
224 218 224 106 74 94 48 32 199 196 74 66
E3616 C3616 (5698) (5531) (5698) (2686) (1886) (2392) (1232) (822) (5050) (4974) (1886) (1682) 12 12
224 219 224 100 93 97 44 47 199 196 93 89
E4216 C4216 14 14
(5698) (5556) (5698) (2530) (2343) (2458) (1127) (1172) (5050) (4974) (2343) (2241)

Figure 24, WDC 100, 1200 to 1700 tons, (4200 to 5950 kW), 16 foot shells
WDC 113, 1400 to 1900 tons, (4900 to 6700 kW), 16 foot shells

OVERALL CENTER OF GRAVITY
HEIGHT W/O STARTER FOOTPRINT EVAP COND
PASS PASS
224 218 224 105 111 93 51 40 199 196 95 87
E3616 C3616 (5692) (5528) (5692) (2667) (2820) (2353) (1292) (1003) (5050) (4974) (2419) (2216) 12 12
224 219 224 108 113 94 50 44 199 196 100 92
E4216 C4216 (5692) (5554) (5692) (2744) (2871) (2381) (1254) (1105) (5050) (4974) (2545) (2342) 14 16
230 224 230 117 123 95 52 51 199 196 110 102
E4816 C4816 (5848) (5703) (5848) (2972) (3125) (2400) (1318) (1292) (5050) (4974) (2792) (2589) 18 18
Notes:
1. E3616/C3616 is available on WDC 100 only.

Figure 25, WDC 100, 1200 to 1700 tons, (4200 to 5950 kW), 20 foot shells
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR
INTERFACE PANEL UNIT
CONTROL
BOX
B
EVAPORATOR
VALVE CONNECTIONS
Y CONDENSER
X
OUT
IN
OUT
FOOTPRINT Y IN

OVERALL
1&3 2 HEAD CONN WIDTH W/O CENTER OF GRAVITY FOOTPRINT
HEIGHT EVAP COND
PASS PASS
272 267 272 102 92 117 46 36 247 244 92 84
E4220 C4220 (6909) (6772) (6909) (2591) (2343) (2991) (1165) (921) (6269) (6193) (2343) (2140) 14 16
276 271 276 111 104 118 49 43 247 244 104 96
E4820 C4820 (7010) (6890) (7010) (2810) (2648) (3007) (1238) (1105) (6269) (6193) (2648) (2444) 18 18

Marine Water Boxes (WSC)
Marine water boxes are an available option on all evaporator and condenser sizes. Epoxy coating of the water boxes
and clad tube sheets are available for extreme duty applications. Caution: There is some nomenclature confusion in the
industry. McQuay refers to our standard dished heads as “dished heads”. Some manufacturers refer to them, or similar
devices as “water boxes”. They are not “marine water boxes” with removable end coversc as illustrated below.
REAR FACING ONLY REAR FACING ONLY REAR FACING ONLY
Dimensions with Victaulic or Flanged Connections

150 PSI Non-ASME - Victaulic Connection
Return
Evap. 1 PASS 2 PASS 3 PASS
Head
Dia.
'AAA' 'BBB' 'CCC 'DDD' 'EEE' 'AAA' 'BBB' 'CCC' 'DDD' 'EEE' 'FFF' 'GGG' 'AAA' 'BBB' 'CCC' 'DDD' 'EEE' 'FFF' 'UU'
E18 8.625 15.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 6.625 15.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 4.78 15.00 4.500 15.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 5.85 6.50
E20 8.625 16.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 6.625 16.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 5.63 16.00 4.500 16.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 6.69 7.00
E22 10.750 17.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 8.625 17.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 5.59 23.00 5.563 17.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 7.12 7.50
E26 10.750 19.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 8.625 19.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 7.07 19.00 6.625 19.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 8.07 8.38
E30 14.000 21.00 28.50 26.50 13.25 10.750 21.00 28.50 26.50 13.25 8.13 21.00 6.625 21.00 28.50 26.50 13.25 10.19 7.50
E36 16.000 24.00 30.25 28.00 14.00 12.750 24.00 30.25 28.00 14.00 9.75 24.00 8.625 24.00 30.25 28.00 14.00 11.81 9.44
E42 20.000 27.00 32.50 30.00 15.00 14.000 27.00 32.50 30.00 15.00 11.63 27.00 10.750 27.00 32.50 30.00 15.00 13.25 10.50
E48 Consult local sales office
Return
Cond. 1 PASS 2 PASS 3 PASS
Head
Dia.
'AAA' 'BBB' 'CCC 'DDD' 'EEE' 'AAA' 'BBB' 'CCC' 'DDD' 'EEE' 'FFF' 'GGG' 'AAA' 'BBB' 'CCC' 'DDD' 'EEE' 'FFF' 'UU'
C16 8.625 14.00 15.25 14.00 7.00 5.563 14.00 15.25 14.00 7.00 4.35 14.00 6.00
C18 8.625 15.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 6.625 15.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 4.78 15.00 6.50
C20 8.625 16.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 6.625 16.00 19.25 18.00 9.00 5.63 16.00 7.00
C22 10.750 17.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 8.625 17.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 5.59 23.00 Consult local sales office 7.50
C26 10.750 19.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 8.625 19.00 21.25 20.00 10.00 7.07 19.00 8.38
C30 14.000 21.00 28.50 26.50 13.25 10.750 21.00 28.50 26.50 13.25 8.13 21.00 7.50
C36 16.000 24.00 30.25 28.00 14.00 12.750 24.00 30.25 28.00 14.00 9.75 24.00 9.44
C42 20.000 27.00 32.50 30.00 15.00 14.000 27.00 32.50 30.00 15.00 11.63 27.00 10.50
C48 Consult local sales office
Notes:
1. Dimensions in inches (mm).
2. Flanges are ANSI raised face. Mating flanges by others.
3. Some condensers with flanges can have staggered connections due to flange interference. Consult factory.
4. When built with flange connections instead of victaulic, the distance from the vertical centerline to the flange face is 0.5 inches more
than shown with victaulic (dimension D).

Marine Water Boxes (WDC)
2 and 4 Pass Cond. (Except 18 in. 2 Pass) Evap. And Cond. 1 Pass
Cover
Thickness
“C” Nozzle Flanges
Are Optional
.50
“A” “D”
“B”
“F”
2 and 4 Pass Cond. (Except 18 in. 2 Pass) All 2 Pass Evap. - All 3 Pass Cond.
18 in. 2 Pass Cond.
Nozzle Flanges
Are Optional Nozzle Flanges
Are Optional
“E” “E”
“E”
“E”
.50
.50
“D”
“D”
Notes: 1. Evaporator connections are front facing only.

2. Condenser connections are rear facing only.
Outline dimensions Cover Connections

Shell
Vessel D E Thick- Pipe Size For Passes
O.D. A B C F
Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 Fig 3 Fig 4 ness 1P 2P 3P 4P
Evap 5 13.00 14.00 14.50 - - - - - 22.50 ----- 6.94 15.00
16 1.00 8 5 4 4
Cond 5 13.00 14.00 14.50 16.50 22.50 4.35 6.94 15.00
Evap 7 17.25 18.00 22.50 - - - - - 22.50 ----- 7.94 19.25
18 1.25 8 6 5 4
Cond 7 17.25 18.00 16.50 - - - - - 22.50 ----- 7.06 19.25
20 Evap 7 17.25 18.00 22.50 - - - - - 22.50 ----- 7.88 19.25 1.25 8 6 5 4
Evap 8 19.50 20.00 22.50 - - - - - 22.50 ----- 10.12 21.50
22 1.50 10 8 6 5
Cond 8 19.50 20.00 22.50 22.50 22.50 5.62 9.93 21.50
Evap 8 19.50 20.00 22.50 - - - - - 22.50 ----- 11.69 21.50
26 1.50 10 8 8 6
Cond 8 19.50 20.00 22.50 22.50 22.50 7.07 11.69 21.50
Evap 12 27.75 28.00 24.50 - - - - - 24.50 ----- 13.62 29.75
30 1.75 14 10 8 8
Cond 12 27.75 28.00 27.50 27.50 27.50 8.12 13.00 29.75
Evap 12 28.00 28.00 27.50 - - - - - 27.50 ----- 16.50 30.00
36 2.00 16 12 10 8
Cond 12 28.00 28.00 27.50 27.50 27.50 9.75 16.33 30.00
Evap 13 30.50 30.00 27.50 - - - - - 35.50 ----- 19.38 33.00
42 2.00 20 14 12 10
Cond 13 30.50 30.00 27.50 27.50 27.50 11.63 11.63 33.00
Evap --- ----- 36.00 36.00 - - - - - 40.00 ----- 22.64 39.25
48 2.75 --- 18 --- ---
Cond --- ----- 36.00 36.00 36.00 ----- 11.50 ----- 39.25
Notes: See notes on previous page.

Table 11, Unit Weights, Single Compressor, WSC
Unit Refrig. Max. Unit Weight Without Starter Max. Unit Weight With Starter
Evaporator /
Unit Charge (1) Shipping Operating Shipping Operating
Condenser Size
lbs (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg)
WSC050 1809 / 1609 341 (154) 5771 (2618) 6168 (2798) 6972 (3162) 7368 (3342)
WSC050 1812 / 1612 447 (202) 6504 (2950) 7004 (3177) 7704 (3495) 8204 (3721)
WSC050 2009 / 1609 395 (179) 6130 (2781) 6591 (2990) 7330 (3326) 7791 (3534)
WSC050 2012 / 1612 519 (235) 6933 (3145) 7510 (3407) 8133 (3689) 8711 (3951)
WSC050 2009 / 1809 410 (186) 6395 (2901) 6932 (3144) 7595 (3445) 8132 (3689)
WSC050 2012 / 1812 539 (244) 7267 (3296) 7938 (3601) 8467 (3841) 9138 (4145)
WSC050 2209 / 2009 479 (216) 7038 (3192) 7760 (3520) 8238 (3737) 8960 (4064)
WSC050 2212 / 2012 631 (287) 8077 (3664) 8972 (4070) 9277 (4208) 10172 (4614)
WSC063 2009 / 1809 410 (186) 8412(3816) 8949 (4059) 9612 (4360) 10149 (4604)
WSC063 2012 / 1812 539 (244) 9284 (4211) 9955 (4516) 10484 (4756) 11155 (5060)
WSC063 2209 / 2009 479 (217) 9119 (4136) 9841 (4464) 10319 (4681) 11040 (5008)
WSC063 2212 / 2012 631 (286) 10182 (4619) 11077 (5025) 11382 (5163) 12277 (5569)
WSC063 2209 / 2209 495 (224) 9416 (4271) 10235 (4643) 10616 (4815) 11435 (5187)
WSC063 2212 / 2212 651 (295) 10557 (4789) 11570 (5248) 11757 (5333) 12770 (5792)
WSC063 2609 / 2209 651 (295) 10248 (4648) 11258 (5107) 11448 (5193) 12458 (5651)
WSC063 2612 / 2212 859 (389) 11577 (5251) 12817 (5806) 12777 (5796) 14017 (6358)
WSC063 2609 / 2609 686 (311) 10984 (4982) 12228 (5547) 12184 (5527) 13428 (6091)
WSC063 2612 / 2612 905 (410) 12494 (5667) 14020 (6359) 13694 (6203) 15220 (6904)
WSC063 3009 / 2609 825 (374) 12892 (5848) 14246 (6462) 14092 (6392) 15446 (7006)
WSC063 3012 / 2612 1098 (497) 13903 (6306) 15569 (7062) 15103 (6851) 16769 (7606)
WSC079 2209 / 2209 495 (224) 10140 (4600) 10959 (4971) 11340 (5144) 12159 (5515)
WSC079 2212 / 2212 651 (295) 11281 (5117) 12294 (5577) 12481 (5661) 13494 (6121)
WSC079 2609 / 2209 651 (295) 10980 (4981) 11990 (5439) 12180 (5525) 13190 (5983)
WSC079 2612 / 2212 859 (389) 12309 (5592) 13548 (6145) 13509 (6128) 14749 (6690)
WSC079 2609 / 2609 686 (311) 11716 (5314) 12960 (5879) 12916 (5859) 14160 (6423)
WSC079 2612 / 2612 905 (410) 13226 (5999) 14752 (6692) 14426 (6544) 15952 (7236)
WSC079 3009 / 2609 825 (374) 12892 (5848) 14246 (6462) 14092 (6392) 15446 (7006)
WSC079 3012 / 2612 1098 (497) 14635 (6638) 16301 (7394) 15835 (7183) 17501 (7938)
WSC079 3009 / 3009 855 (387) 14076 (6385) 15644 (7096) 15276 (6929) 16844 (7640)
WSC079 3012 / 3012 1147 (520) 16119 (7312) 18061 (8192) 17319 (7856) 19261 (8737)
WSC079 3609 / 3009 1173 (531) 15913 (7218) 17929 (8133) 17113 (7762) 19129 (8677)
WSC079 3612 / 3012 1563 (708) 18340 (8319) 20807 (9438) 19540 (8863) 22007 (9982)
WSC087 2609 / 2209 651 (295) 10980 (4981) 11990 (5439) 12180 (5525) 13190 (5983)
WSC087 2612 / 2212 859 (389) 12309 (5583) 13549 (6146) 13509 (6128) 14749 (6690)
WSC087 2609 / 2609 686 (311) 11716 (5314) 12960 (5879) 12916 (5859) 14160 (6423)
WSC087 2612 / 2612 905 (410) 13226 (5999) 14752 (6692) 14426 (6544) 15592 (7073)
WSC087 3009 / 2609 825 (374) 12892 (5848) 14246 (6462) 14092 (6392) 15446 (7006)
WSC087 3012 / 2612 1098 (497) 14635 (6638) 16301 (7394) 15835 (7183) 17501 (7938)
WSC087 3009 / 3009 862 (390) 14076 (6385) 15644 (7096) 15276 (6929) 16844 (7640)
WSC087 3012 / 3012 1147 (520) 16118 (7311) 18060 (8192) 17318 (7855) 19260 (8736)
WSC087 3609 / 3009 1173 (531) 15913 (7218) 17929 (8133) 17113 (7762) 19129 (8677)
WSC087 3612 / 3012 1563 (708) 18339 (8319) 20806 (9438) 19539 (8863) 22006 (9982)
WSC087 3612 / 3612 1635 (740) 20584 (9337) 23799 (10795) 21784 (9881) 24999 (11340)
WSC100 3012 / 3012 1147 (520) 19397 (8798) 21339 (9679) 20597 (9343) 22539 (10224)
WSC100 3612 / 3012 1563 (708) 21578 (9788) 24045 (10907) 22778 (10332) 25245 (11451)
WSC100 3612 / 3612 1635 (740) 23826 (10807) 27041 (12266) 25026 (11352) 28241 (12810)
WSC100 4212 / 3612 2081 (943) 26457 (12001) 30260 (13726) 27657 (13545) 31460 (14270)
WSC100 4212 / 4212 2164 (980) 29298 (13290) 34024 (15433) 30498 (13834) 35224 (15978)
WSC100 4812 / 4212 2688 (1217) 32024 (14526) 37623 (17066) 33224 (15070) 38823 (17610)
WSC113 3012 / 3012 1147 (520) 19397 (8798) 21339 (9679) 20597 (9343) 22539 (10224)
WSC113 3612 / 3012 1563 (708) 21578 (9788) 24045 (10907) 22778 (10332) 25245 (11451)
WSC113 3612 / 3612 1635 (740) 23826 (10807) 27041 (12266) 25026 (11352) 28241 (12810)
WSC113 4212 / 3612 2081 (943) 26457 (12001) 30260 (13726) 27657 (13545) 31460 (14270)
WSC113 4212 / 4212 2164 (980) 29298 (13290) 34024 (15433) 30498 (13834) 35224 (15978)
WSC113 4812 / 4212 2688 (1217) 32024 (14526) 37623 (17066) 33224 (15070) 38823 (17610)
WSC113 4812 / 4812 2867 (1299) 35016 (15883) 41817 (18968) 36216 (16427) 43017 (19513)
WSC126 3612 / 3012 1563 (708) 21680 (9834) 24147 (10953) 22880 (10378) 25347 (11497)
WSC126 3612 / 3612 1635 (740) 23928 (10854) 27143 (12312) 25128 (11398) 28343 (12856)
WSC126 4212 / 3612 2081 (943) 26457 (12001) 30260 (13726) 27657 (12545) 31460 (14270)
WSC126 4212 / 4212 2164 (980) 29298 (13290) 34024 (15433) 30498 (13834) 35224 (15978)
WSC126 4812 / 4212 2164 (980) 32024 (14526) 37623 (17066) 33224 (15070) 38823 (17610)
WSC126 4812 / 4812 2867 (1299) 35016 (15883) 41817 (18968) 36216 (16427) 43017 (19513)
NOTE: (1) Shipping and operating weights include the refrigerant charge.

Table 12, Dual Compressor, WDC
Max. Unit Weight Without Starter Max. Unit Weight With Starter
Evaporator /
Unit Shipping Operating Shipping Operating
Condenser Size
lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg)
WDC050 1812 / 1612 8861 (4019) 9564 (4338) 11261 (5108) 11964 (5427)
WDC050 1812 / 1812 9217 (4181) 10018 (4544) 11617 (5269) 12418 (5633)
WDC050 1816 / 1816 10468 (4748) 11268 (5111) 12868 (5837) 13668 (6200)
WDC050 2012 / 1812 9671 (4387) 10534 (4778) 12071 (5475) 12934 (5867)
WDC050 2016 / 1816 11024 (5000) 12110 (5493) 13424 (6089) 14510 (6582)
WDC050 2212 / 2212 11123 (5045) 12403 (5626) 13523 (6134) 14803 (6715)
WDC050 2216 / 2216 12874 (5840) 14485 (6470) 15274 (6928) 16885 (7659)
WDC050 2412 / 2212 12348 (5601) 13836 (6276) 14748 (6690) 16236 (7365)
WDC050 2416 / 2216 13957 (6331) 15820 (7176) 16357 (7419) 18220 (8264)
WDC050 2612 / 2212 12836 (5822) 14428 (6544) 15236 (6911) 16828 (7633)
WDC050 2616 / 2216 14642 (6642) 16643 (7549) 17042 (7730) 19043 (8638)
WDC063 2416 / 2416 18673 (8470) 20422 (9263) 21407 (9710) 23156 (10503)
WDC063 2416 / 2616 19365 (8784) 21294 (9577) 22099 (10024) 23848 (10817)
WDC063 2616 / 2416 19282 (8746) 21207 (9639) 22016 (9986) 23763 (10779)
WDC063 2616 / 2616 20025 (9083) 22091 (9939) 22759 (10323) 24646 (11179)
WDC063 3016 / 3016 23545 (10680) 26405 (11830) 26279 (11920) 28815 (13070)
WDC063 3616 / 3016 27763 (12604) 31018 (14082) 30163 (13694) 33418 (15172)
WDC063 3616 / 3616 32027 (14540) 35115 (15942) 33427 (15176) 37515 (17032)
WDC079 3016 / 3016 25131 (11399) 27671 (12551) 27531 (12488) 30071 (13640)
WDC079 3616 / 3016 28763 (13047) 32018 (14523) 31163 (14135) 34418 (15612)
WDC079 3616 / 3616 32027 (14527) 36115 (16382) 34427 (15616) 38515 (17470)
WDC079 4216 / 4216 44470 (20189) 51463 (23364) 47204 (21431) 54197 (24605)
WDC087 3016 / 3016 26157 (11865) 28697 (13017) 28891 (13105) 31431 (14257)
WDC087 3616 / 3016 29789 (13512) 33044 (14989) 32523 (14752) 35778 (15322)
WDC087 3616 / 3616 33053 (14993) 37141 (16847) 35787 (16233) 39875 (18087)
WDC087 4216 / 4216 44470 (20189) 51463 (23364) 47204 (21431) 54197 (24605)
WDC100 3616 / 3616 41816 (18967) 46513 (21098) See Note See Note
Note: Unit not available with factory mounted starters.

Specifications
SECTION 15XXX
CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS
SINGLE COMPRESSOR
PART 1 — GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
Section includes design, performance criteria, refrigerants, controls, and installation requirements for
water-cooled centrifugal chillers.
1.2 REFERENCES
Comply with the following codes and standards
ARI 550/590 NEC
ANSI/ASHRAE 15 OSHA as adopted by the State
ASME Section VIII
1.3 SUBMITTALS
Submittals shall include the following:
A. Dimensioned plan and elevation view drawings, including motor starter cabinet, required
clearances, and location of all field piping and electrical connections.
B. Summaries of all auxiliary utility requirements such as: electricity, water, air, etc.
Summary shall indicate quality and quantity of each required utility.
C. Diagram of control system indicating points for field interface and field connection.
Diagram shall fully depict field and factory wiring.
D. Manufacturer’s certified performance data at full load plus IPLV or NPLV.
E Before shipment, submit a certification of satisfactory completion of factory run test
signed by a company officer. The test shall be performed on an ARI Certified test stand
and conducted according to ARI Standard 550/590.
F Installation and Operating Manuals.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Qualifications: Equipment manufacturer must specialize in the manufacture of the
products specified and have five years experience with the equipment and refrigerant
offered.
B. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with the codes and standards in Section 1.2.
C. Chiller manufacturer plant shall be ISO Registered.
1.5 DELIVERY AND HANDLING
A. Chillers shall be delivered to the job site completely assembled and charged with
refrigerant and oil.
B. Comply with the manufacturer’s instructions for rigging and transporting units. Leave
protective covers in place until installation.
1.6 WARRANTY

The refrigeration equipment manufacturer’s warranty shall be for a period of (one) -- Or -- (two)
--Or-- (five) years from date of equipment start up or 18 months from shipment whichever occurs
first. The warranty shall include parts and labor costs for the repair or replacement of defects in
material or workmanship.
1.7 MAINTENANCE
Chiller maintenance shall be the responsibility of the owner with the following exceptions:
A. The manufacturer shall provide the first year scheduled oil and filter change if required.
B. The manufacturer shall provide first year purge unit maintenance if required.
PART 2 — PRODUCTS
2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
A. McQuay International
B. (Approved Equal)
2.2 UNIT DESCRIPTION
Provide and install as shown on the plans a factory-assembled, factory charged, and factory run-
tested water-cooled packaged chiller. Each unit shall be complete with a single-stage hermetic
centrifugal compressor with lubrication and control system, factory mounted starter, evaporator,
condenser, refrigerant control device and any other components necessary for a complete and
operable chiller package.
2.3 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A. General: Provide a complete water-cooled hermetic centrifugal compressor water-
chilling package as specified herein. Machine shall be provided according to referenced
standards Section 1.2. In general, unit shall consist of a compressor, condenser,
evaporator, lubrication system, starter and control system.
Note: Chillers shall be charged with a refrigerant such as R-134a, not subject to the
Montreal Protocol and the U. S. Clean Air Act.
B. Performance: Refer to schedule on the drawings. The chiller shall be capable of stable
operation to ten percent of full load with standard ARI entering condensing water relief
without the use of hot gas bypass.
C. Acoustics: Sound pressure levels for the complete unit shall not exceed the following
specified levels. Provide the necessary acoustic treatment to chiller as required. Sound
data shall be measured according to ARI Standard 575-87. Data shall be in dB. Data
shall be the highest levels recorded at all load points. Test shall be in accordance with
ARI Standard 575.
Octave Band
63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 dba
____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____
2.4 CHILLER COMPONENTS

A. Compressor:

1. Unit shall have a single-stage hermetic centrifugal compressor. Casing design
shall ensure major wearing parts, main bearings, and thrust bearings are
accessible for maintenance and replacement. The lubrication system shall
protect machine during coast down period resulting from a loss of electrical
power.
2. The impeller shall be statically and dynamically balanced. The compressor shall
be vibration tested and not exceed a level of 0.14 IPS.
3. Movable inlet guide vanes actuated by an internal oil pressure driven piston
shall accomplish unloading. Compressors using an unloading system that
requires penetrations through the compressor housing or linkages, or both that
must be lubricated and adjusted are acceptable provided the manufacturer
provides a five-year inspection agreement consisting of semi-annual inspection,
lubrication, and annual change out of any compressor seals. A statement of
inclusion must accompany any quotations.
4. If the compressor is not equipped with guide vanes for each stage and movable
discharge diffusers, then furnish hot gas bypass and select chillers at 5% lower
kW/ton than specified to compensate for bypass inefficiency at low loads.
B. Lubrication System: The compressor shall have an independent lubrication system to
provide lubrication to all parts requiring oil. Provide a heater in the oil sump to maintain
oil at sufficient temperature to minimize affinity of refrigerant, and a thermostatically
controlled water-cooled oil cooler. Coolers located inside the evaporator or condenser
are not acceptable due to inaccessibility. A positive displacement oil pump shall be
powered through the unit control transformer.
C. Refrigerant Evaporator and Condenser:
1. Evaporator and condenser shall be of the shell-and-tube type, designed, constructed,
tested and stamped according to the requirements of the ASME Code, Section VIII.
Regardless of the operating pressure, the refrigerant side of each vessel will bear the
ASME stamp indicating compliance with the code and indicating a test pressure of
1.3 times the working pressure, but not less than 100 psig. Provide intermediate tube
supports at a maximum of 24 inch spacing.
2. Tubes shall be enhanced for maximum heat transfer, rolled into steel tube sheets and
sealed with Locktite or equal sealer. The tubes shall be individually replaceable.
3. Provide isolation valves and sufficient volume to hold the full refrigerant charge in
the condenser or provide a separate pumpout system with storage tank..
4. The water sides shall be designed for a minimum of 150 psi or as specified
elsewhere. Vents and drains shall be provided.
5. Evaporator minimum refrigerant temperature shall be 33°F.

6. A self-metering and adjustable thermal expansion valve shall control refrigerant flow
to the evaporator. Fixed orifice devices or float controls with hot gas bypass are not
acceptable because of inefficient control at low load conditions. The liquid line shall
have a moisture indicating sight glass.
7. The evaporator and condenser shall be separate shells. A single shell containing both
vessel functions is not acceptable because of the possibility of internal leaks.
8. Reseating type spring loaded pressure relief valves according to ASHRAE-15 safety
code shall be furnished. The evaporator shall be provided with single or multiple
valves. The condenser shall be provided with dual relief valves equipped with a
transfer valve so one valve can be removed for testing or replacement without loss of
refrigerant or removal of refrigerant from the vessel. Rupture disks are not
acceptable.
9. The evaporator, suction line, and any other component or part of a component
subject to condensing moisture shall be insulated with UL recognized 3/4 inch closed
cell insulation. All joints and seams shall be carefully sealed to form a vapor barrier.
10. Provide factory mounted water pressure differential switches on each vessel to
prevent unit operation with no flow.
D. Prime Mover: Squirrel cage induction motor of the hermetic type of sufficient size to
efficiently fulfill compressor horsepower requirements. Motor shall be liquid refrigerant
cooled with internal thermal overload protection devices embedded in the winding of
each phase. Motor shall be compatible with the starting method specified hereinafter. If
the Contractor chooses to provided an open drive motor or compressor, verify in the
submittal that the scheduled chiller room ventilation system will accommodate the
additional heat and maintain the equipment room at design indoor temperature based on
95°F outdoor ambient ventilation air available.
If additional cooling is required, manufacturer shall be responsible for the installation,
wiring and controls of a cooling system. Chiller selection shall compensate for tonnage
and efficiency loss to make certain the owner is not penalized.
E. Motor Starter:
1. The main motor starter is to be factory mounted and fully wired to the chiller
components and factory tested during the run test of the unit.
-- Or --
The main motor starter is to be furnished by the chiller manufacturer and
shipped loose for floor mounting and field wiring to the chiller package. It shall
be free-standing with NEMA-1 enclosure designed for top entry and bottom exit
and with front access.
2. For open drive air-cooled motors the chiller manufacturer shall be responsible
for providing the cooling of the refrigeration machinery room. The sensible

cooling load shall be based on the total heat rejection to the atmosphere from the
refrigeration units.
3. For open motor units, an oil reservoir shall collect any oil and refrigerant that
leaks past the seal. A float device shall be provided to open when the reservoir
is full, directing the refrigerant/oil mixture back into the compressor housing.
Manufacturer shall warrant the shaft seal, reservoir, and float valve system
against leakage of oil and refrigerant to the outside of the refrigerating unit for a
period of 5 years from the initial start-up including parts and labor to replace a
defective seal and any refrigerant required to trim the charge original
specifications.
4. The starter must comply with the requirements of Section 1.2.
5. Low Voltage (200 through 600 volts) motor controllers are to be continuous
duty AC magnetic type constructed according to NEMA standards for Industrial
Controls and Systems (ICS) and capable of carrying the specified current on a
continuous basis. The starter shall be:
Autotransformer - The autotransformer starter shall be of the closed transition
type and equipped with multiple taps for 80%, 65%, 50%, and set up for the
65% tap. A clearly marked timer shall be adjustable from 0 to 30 seconds.
-- Or --
Wye-Delta Closed Transition - The wye contactor shall be capable of handling

33% of the delta locked rotor current and be equipped with properly sized
resistors to provide a smooth transition. The resistors shall be protected with a
transition resistor protector, tripping in a maximum of two seconds, locking out
the starter, and shall be manually reset. A clearly marked transition timer shall
be adjustable from 0 to 30 seconds.
-- Or --
Solid-State Reduced Voltage - Starter shall be furnished with silicon controlled

rectifiers (SCR) connected for starting and include a bypass contactor. When
operating speed is reached, the bypass contactor shall be energized removing the
SCRs from the circuit during normal running.
6. The starter shall be coordinated with the chiller package(s) making certain all
terminals are properly marked according to the chiller manufacturer’s wiring
diagrams.
7. The starters shall be equipped with redundant motor control relays (MCR) with
coils in parallel. The relays interconnect the starters with the unit control panels

and directly operate the main motor contactors. The MCRs shall constitute the
only means of energizing the motor contacts.
8. The main contactors shall have a normally open and a normally closed auxiliary
contact rated at 125VA pilot duty at 115 VAC. An additional set of normally
open contacts shall be provided for each MCR.
9. There shall be electronic overloads in each phase set at 107% of the rated load
amps of each motor. Overloads shall be manual reset and shall de-energize the
main contactors when the overcurrent occurs. The overloads shall be adjustable
and selected for mid-range. Overloads shall be adjusted for a locked rotor trip
time of 8 seconds at full voltage and must trip in 60 seconds or less at reduced
voltage (33% of delta LRA).
10. Each starter shall have a current transformer and adjustable voltage dropping
resistor(s) to supply a 5.0 VAC signal at full load to the unit control panels.
11. Each starter shall be equipped with a line-to-115 VAC control transformer, fused
in both the primary and secondary, to supply power to the control panels, oil
heaters and oil pumps.
12. Each starter shall include the following protective devices:
a) Phase failure and reversal protection
-OR-
E Variable Frequency Drive
The chiller shall be equipped with a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to automatically
regulate compressor speed in response to cooling load and compressor pressure lift. The
chiller control shall coordinate compressor speed and guide vane position to optimize
chiller efficiency.
1. A digital regulator shall provide V/Hz control.
2. The VFD shall have 110% continuous overload of continuous amp rating with
no time limit, PWM (pulse width modulated) output, IGBT (insulated gate
bipolar transistors) power technology, full power rating at 2kHz, DC bus
inductor (choke), and wireless construction.
3. Units 240 amps and below shall be air-cooled, units above 241 amps shall be
water-cooled. All heat producing devices shall be contained in a single heatsink
with single inlet and out connections for the connection of chilled water. When
factory mounted on the chiller package, the water connections shall be piped and
leak tested at the factory.
Medium Voltage (601 through 5000 volts) and High Voltage (5001 through 7200 volts).
The starter shall be:
Across-the-Line type with primary contactor allowing locked rotor amps to reach the
motor when energized.

--OR--
Autotransformer type factory wired to the 65% tap with drawout magnetic, three-pole,
vacuum break shorting contactor, drawout magnetic, two-pole, vacuum break starting
contactor, and open delta starting auto-transformer factory set at 65%.
--OR--
Primary Reactor type with drawout magnetic, three-pole, vacuum break shorting
assembly, and three-phase starting reactor, factory set at the 65% tap
All medium and high voltage starters shall have the following components:
Main Control Relays
Redundant motor control relays with coils in parallel and contacts in series to interlock
the starter with the chiller. These two relays shall constitute the only means of
energizing the motor contractors. No other devices (manual or automatic) with the
capability of energizing the starter can be used. The starter is controlled by the unit
microprocessor.
Motor Protection and Overloads

The starter shall include overload protection functions. These controls include:
• Solid state overload (overcurrent) protection
• Phase unbalance protection
• Phase reversal and phase loss protection.
• Adjustable overload to closely match motor performance
• Three current transformers to measure motor current and a fourth current transformer
for input to the chiller microprocessor.
Undervoltage (UV) Relay
The undervoltage relay is an adjustable three-phase protection system that is activated
when the voltage falls below a predetermined safe value and is factory set at 85% of
nominal.
Control Voltage Transformer

The starter is provided with a 3KVA control transformer with both secondary and primary
fuses to supply control power to the chiller.
Additional Standard Components

• Mechanical type solderless connectors to handle wire sizes indicated by the NEC.
• Three isolated vertical line contactors
• Three-pole, gang operated non-load break isolating switch
• Three vertically mounted current limiting power fuse blocks (fuses included)
• Magnetic three-pole, vacuum break contactor
• Single phase control circuit transformer

• Vertically mounted control circuit primary current limiting fuses
• Current transformers
• Load terminals
• Control circuit terminal blocks and secondary fuses
• Phase failure and reversal relay
F. CHILLER CONTROLLER
Base unit/compressor control is done through a 4-by-20-character display to view system
parameters, denote alarms and input setpoints.
In conjunction with the standalone base unit controller, the chiller manufacturer shall
supply a redundant, state-of-the-art Operator Workstation, complete with super VGA
color touchscreen monitor, keyboard and floppy disc drive.
The operator workstation shall have inherent trend logging capabilities, which are
transferable to other PC management systems such as an Excel spread sheet via a floppy
drive. Active trend logging data shall be available for viewing in 20 minute, 2 hour or 8
hour intervals. A full 24 hours of history is downloadable via diskette. The following
trended parameters shall be displayed:
• Entering and leaving chilled water temps

• Entering and leaving condenser water temps
• Evaporator saturated refrigerant pressure
• Condenser saturated refrigerant pressure
• Net oil pressure
• % rated load amps
In addition to the trended items above, other real-time operating parameters are also
shown on the touchscreen. These items can be displayed in two ways: by chiller graphic
showing each component or from a color-coded, bar chart format. At a minimum, the
following critical areas must be monitored:
• Oil sump temperature

• Oil feed line temperature
• Evaporator saturated refrigerant temperature
• Suction temperature
• Condenser saturated refrigerant temperature
• Discharge temperature
• Liquid line temperature
Complete fault history shall be displayed using an easy to decipher, color coded set of
messages that are date and time stamped. The last 20 faults shall be downloadable from
the floppy drive.

Automatic corrective action to reduce unnecessary cycling shall be accomplished through
pre-emptive control of low evaporator or high discharge pressure conditions to keep the
unit operating through ancillary transient conditions.
System specific, chiller plant architecture software shall be employed to display the
chiller, piping, pumps and cooling tower. Chiller plant optimization software for up to 4
chillers shall also be included to provide automatic control of: evaporator and condenser
pumps (primary and standby), up to 4 stages of cooling tower fans and a cooling tower
modulating bypass valve or cooling tower variable frequency drives. There shall be five
possible tower control strategies:
• Tower fan staging only – up to 4 stages controlled by either the entering condenser
water temperature or lift differential temperature between the condenser and
evaporator saturated temperatures.
• Tower fan staging plus low limit - controlled as in # 1 plus tower bypass valve set at
a minimum entering condenser water temperature
• Tower staging with staged bypass control – similar to # 2 with additional control of
the bypass valve between fan staging to smooth control and minimize fan staging.
• VFD staging only – in this mode, a variable speed drive controls the first fan with up
to 3 more fans to be staged on and off and there is no bypass valve.
• VFD and Valve Staging – same as # 4 plus bypass valve control
Factory mounted DDC controllers shall support operation on a BACnet, Modbus or

LONWORKS network via one of the data link / physical layers listed below as specified by
the successful Building Automation System supplier.
BACnet MS/TP master (Clause 9)

BACnet IP, (Annex J)
BACnet ISO 8802-3, (Ethernet)
LONWORKS FTT-10A
The information communicated between the building automation system and the factory
mounted unit controllers shall include the reading and writing of data to allow unit
monitoring, control and alarm notification as specified in the unit sequence of operation and
the unit points list.
2.5. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

A. Pumpout System: The unit shall be equipped with a pumpout system complete with a
transfer pump, condensing unit, and storage vessel constructed according to ASME Code

for Unfired Pressure Vessels and shall bear the National Board stamp. If the design of
the unit allows the charge to be transferred to and isolated in the main condenser, then a
pumpout system is not required. Transfer of refrigerant charge shall be accomplished by
either main compressor operation, migration, or gravity flow. Isolation shall be
accomplished with valves located at the inlet and outlet of the condenser. The main
condenser shall be sized to contain the refrigerant charge at 90°F according to ANSI-
ASHRAE 15.A.
B. Purge System (Negative Pressure Chillers Only):
1. The chiller manufacturer shall provide a separate high efficiency purge system that
operates independently of the unit and can be operated while the unit is off. The
system shall consist of an air-cooled condensing unit, purge condensing tank,
pumpout compressor and control system.
2. A dedicated condensing unit shall be provided with the purge system to provide a
cooling source whether or not the chiller is running. The condensing unit shall
provide a low purge coil temperature to result in a maximum loss of 0.1 pounds of
refrigerant per pound of purged air.
3. The purge tank shall consist of a cooling coil, filter-drier cores, water separation
tube, sight glass, drain, and air discharge port. Air and water are separated from the
refrigerant vapor and accumulated in the purge tank.
4. The pumpout system shall consist of a small compressor and a restriction device
located at the pumpout compressor suction connection.
5. The purge unit shall be connected to a 100% reclaim device.
C. Vacuum Prevention System (negative pressure chillers only): Chiller manufacturer shall
supply and install a vacuum prevention system for each chiller. The system shall
constantly maintain 0.05 psig inside the vessel during non-operational periods. The
system shall consist of a precision pressure controller, two silicon blanket heaters, a
pressure transducer, and solid-state safety circuit.
D. Refrigerant Detection Device (negative pressure chillers only): Chiller manufacturer shall
supply and install a refrigerant detection device and alarm capable of monitoring
refrigerant at a level of 10 ppm. Due to the critical nature of this device and possible
owner liability, the chiller manufacturer shall guarantee and maintain the detection
monitor for five years after owner acceptance of the system.
E. Waffle type vibration pads for field mounting under unit feet.
PART 3 — EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install according to manufacturer’s requirements, shop drawings, and Contract
Documents.
B. Adjust chiller alignment on concrete foundations, sole plates or subbases as called for on
drawings.

C. Arrange the piping on each vessel to allow for dismantling the pipe to permit head
removal and tube cleaning.
D. Furnish and install necessary auxiliary water piping for oil cooler.
E. Coordinate electrical installation with electrical contractor.
F. Coordinate controls with control contractor.
G. Provide all materiel required to ensure a fully operational and functional chiller.
3.2 START-UP
A. Units shall be factory charged with the proper refrigerant and oil.
B. Factory Start-Up Services: Provide for as long a time as is necessary to ensure proper
operation of the unit, but in no case for less than two full working days. During the
period of start-up, the Start-up Technician shall instruct the Owner’s representative in
proper care and operation of the unit.

SECTION 15XXX
CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS
DUAL COMPRESSOR
PART 1 — GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
Section includes design, performance criteria, refrigerants, controls, and installation requirements for
water-cooled centrifugal chillers.
1.02 REFERENCES
Comply with the following codes and standards
ARI 550/590 NEC
ANSI/ASHRAE 15 OSHA as adopted by the State
ASME Section VIII
1.3 SUBMITTALS
Submittals shall include the following:
A. Dimensioned plan and elevation view Drawings, including motor starter cabinet, required
clearances, and location of all field piping and electrical connections.
B. Summaries of all auxiliary utility requirements such as: electricity, water, air, etc.
Summary shall indicate quality and quantity of each required utility.
C. Diagram of control system indicating points for field interface and field connection.
Diagram shall fully depict field and factory wiring.
D. Manufacturer’s certified performance data at full load plus IPLV or NPLV.
E Installation and Operating Manuals.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Qualifications: Equipment manufacturer must specialize in the manufacture of the
products specified and have five years experience with the equipment and refrigerant
offered.
B. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with the codes and standards in Section 1.2.
C. Chiller manufacturer plant shall be ISO Registered.
1.5 DELIVERY AND HANDLING
A. Chillers shall be delivered to the job site completely assembled and charged with
refrigerant and oil.
B. Comply with the manufacturer’s instructions for rigging and transporting units. Leave
protective covers in place until installation.
1.6 WARRANTY
The refrigeration equipment manufacturer’s warranty shall be for a period of (one) -- Or -- (two)
--Or-- (five) years from date of equipment start or 18 months from shipment whichever occurs
first. The warranty shall include parts and labor costs for the repair or replacement of defects in
material or workmanship. The refrigerant charge shall be warranted against contamination from a
motor burnout for five years.

1.7 MAINTENANCE
Maintenance of the chillers shall be the responsibility of the owner with the following exceptions:
A. The manufacturer shall provide the first year scheduled oil and filter change if required.
B. The manufacturer shall provide first year purge unit maintenance if required.
PART 2 — PRODUCTS
2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
A. McQuay International
B. (Approved Equal)
2.2 UNIT DESCRIPTION
Provide and install as shown on the plans a factory assembled, charged, and run-tested water-
cooled packaged chiller. Each unit shall be complete with two single-stage hermetic centrifugal
compressors each having independent lubrication and control systems, factory mounted starters,
and isolation valves. The evaporator, condenser, and refrigerant control device of each unit shall
be common to the compressors. The chiller unit shall be capable of running on one compressor
with the other compressor or any of its auxiliaries removed.
2.3 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A. General: Provide a complete water-cooled dual hermetic compressor centrifugal water
chiller as specified herein. Machine shall be provided according to standards, Section
1.2. In general, unit shall consist of two compressors, refrigerant condenser and
evaporator, two lubrication systems, two starters and two control systems.
Note: Chillers shall be charged with a refrigerant such as HFC-134a, not subject to the
Montreal Protocol and the U. S. Clean Air Act.
B. Performance: Refer to schedule on the drawings. The chiller shall be capable of stable
operation to five percent of full load with standard ARI entering condensing water relief
without hot gas bypass.
C. Acoustics: Sound pressure for the unit shall not exceed the following specified levels.
Provide the necessary acoustic treatment to chiller as required. Sound data shall be
measured according to ARI Standard 575-87and shall be in dB. Data shall be the highest
levels recorded at all load points. Test shall be in accordance with ARI Standard 575.
Octave Band
63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 dba
____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ___ ____
2.4 CHILLER COMPONENTS

A. Compressors:
1. Unit shall have two single-stage hermetic centrifugal compressors. Casing design
shall ensure major wearing parts, main bearings and thrust bearings are accessible for
maintenance and replacement. Lubrication system shall protect machine during
coast down resulting from a loss of power.

2. Impeller shall be statically and dynamically balanced. The compressor shall be
vibration tested and not exceed 0.14 IPS.
3. Movable inlet guide vanes actuated by an internal oil pressure driven piston shall
accomplish unloading. Compressors using an unloading system that requires
penetrations of the compressor housing or linkages, or both, that must be lubricated
and adjusted are acceptable provided the manufacturer provides a five-year
inspection agreement consisting of semi-annual inspection, lubrication, and annual
changeout of compressor seals. A statement of inclusion must accompany any
quotations.
4. If compressors are not equipped with guide vanes for each stage and movable
discharge diffusers, then furnish hot gas bypass and select chillers at 5% lower
kW/ton than specified to compensate for bypass inefficiency at low loads.
B. Lubrication System: Each compressor shall have an independent lubrication system to
provide lubrication to all parts requiring oil. Provide a heater in the oil sump to maintain
oil at sufficient temperature to minimize affinity of refrigerant, and a thermostatically
controlled water-cooled oil cooler. Coolers located inside the evaporator or condenser
are not acceptable due to inaccessibility. A positive displacement submerged oil pump
shall be powered through the unit control transformer.
C. Refrigerant Evaporator and Condenser:
1. Evaporator and condenser shall be of the shell-and-tube type, designed,
constructed, tested and stamped according to the requirements of the ASME
Code, Section VIII. Regardless of the operating pressure, the refrigerant side of
each vessel will bear the ASME stamp indicating compliance with the code and
indicating a test pressure of 1.3 times the working pressure but not less than 100
psig. Provide intermediate tube supports at a maximum of 18 inch spacing.
2. Tubes shall be enhanced for maximum heat transfer, rolled into steel tube sheets
and sealed with Locktite or equal sealer. The tubes shall be individually
replaceable and secured to the intermediate supports without rolling.
3. Provide sufficient isolation valves and condenser volume to hold full refrigerant
charge in the condenser during servicing or provide a separate pumpout system
and storage tank sufficient to hold the charge of the largest unit being furnished.
4. The water sides shall be designed for a minimum of 150 psig or as specified
elsewhere. Vents and drains shall be provided.
5. Chilled water minimum refrigerant temperature shall be 33°F.
6. A self-metering and adjustable thermal expansion valve shall control refrigerant
flow to the evaporator. Fixed orifice devices or float controls with hot gas bypass
are not acceptable because of inefficient control at low load conditions. The
liquid line shall have a moisture indicating sight glass.

7. The evaporator and condenser shall be separate shells. A single shell containing
both vessel functions is not acceptable because of the possibility of internal leaks.
8. Interstage economizers shall be used between each compressor stage for
increased efficiency.
9. Reseating type spring loaded pressure relief valves according to ASHRAE-15
safety code shall be furnished. The evaporator shall be provided with single or
multiple valves. The condenser shall be provided with dual relief valves
equipped with a transfer valve so one valve can be removed for testing or
replacement without loss of refrigerant or removal of refrigerant from the vessel.
Rupture disks are not acceptable.
10. The evaporator, suction line, and any other component or part of a component
subject to condensing moisture shall be insulated with UL recognized 3/4 inch
closed cell insulation. All joints and seams shall be carefully sealed to form a
vapor barrier.
11. Provide water pressure differential switches on each vessel to prevent unit
operation with no flow, furnished, installed and wired by the contractor.
D. Prime Mover: Squirrel cage induction motor of the hermetic type of sufficient size to
efficiently fulfill compressor horsepower requirements. Motor shall be liquid refrigerant
cooled with internal thermal overload protection devices embedded in the winding of
each phase. Motor shall be compatible with the starting method specified hereinafter. If
the Contractor chooses to provided an open drive motor or compressor, verify in the
submittal that the scheduled chiller room ventilation system will accommodate the
additional heat and maintain the equipment room at design indoor temperature based on
95°F outdoor ambient ventilation air available.
If additional cooling is required, manufacturer shall be responsible for the installation,
wiring and controls of a cooling system. Chiller selection shall compensate for tons and
efficiency loss to make certain the owner is not penalized.
E. Motor Starters:
1. The main motor starters are to be factory mounted and fully wired to the chiller
components and factory tested during the run test of the unit.
-- Or --
The main motor starters are to be furnished by the chiller manufacturer and
shipped loose for floor mounting and field wiring to the chiller package. They
shall be free-standing with NEMA-1 enclosure designed for top entry and
bottom exit and with front access.
2. For air-cooled motors the chiller manufacturer shall be responsible for providing
the cooling of the refrigeration machinery room. The sensible cooling load shall
be based on the total heat rejection to the atmosphere from tow refrigeration
units.

3. For open motor unit, an oil reservoir shall collect any oil and refrigerant that
leaks past the seal. A float device shall be provided to open when the reservoir
is full, directing the refrigerant/oil mixture back into the compressor housing.
Manufacturer shall warrant the shaft seal, reservoir, and float valve system
against leakage of oil and refrigerant to the outside of the refrigerating unit for a
period of 5 years from the initial start-up including parts and labor to replace a
defective seal and any refrigerant required to trim the charge original
specifications.
4. The starters must comply with Section 1.2 as required.
5. Low Voltage (200 through 600 volts) controllers are to be continuous duty AC
magnetic type constructed according to NEMA standards for Industrial Controls
and Systems (ICS) and capable of carrying the specified current on a continuous
basis. The starters shall be:
Autotransformer - The autotransformer starters shall be of the closed transition

type and equipped with multiple taps for 80%, 65%, 50%, and set up for the
65% tap. A clearly marked timer shall be adjustable from 0 to 30 seconds.
-- Or --
Wye-Delta Closed Transition - The wye contactor shall be capable of handling

33% of the delta locked rotor current and be equipped with properly sized
resistors to provide a smooth transition. The resistors shall be protected with a
transition resistor protector, tripping in a maximum of two seconds, locking out
the starter, and shall be manually reset. A clearly marked transition timer shall
be adjustable from 0 to 30 seconds.
-- Or --
Solid-State Reduced Voltage - Starter shall be furnished with silicon controlled

rectifiers (SCR) connected for starting and include a bypass contactor. When
operating speed is reached, the bypass contactor shall be energized removing the
SCRs from the circuit during normal running.
All Low Voltage starters shall:

6. Be coordinated with the chiller package(s) making certain all terminals are
properly marked according to the chiller manufacturer’s wiring diagrams.
7. The starters shall be equipped with redundant motor control relays (MCR) with
coils in parallel. The relays interconnect the starters with the unit control panels
and directly operate the main motor contactors. The MCRs shall constitute the
only means of energizing the motor contacts.

8. The main contactors shall have a normally open and a normally closed auxiliary
contact rated at 125VA pilot duty at 115 VAC. An additional set of normally
open contacts shall be provided for each MCR.
9. There shall be electronic overloads in each phase set at 107% of the rated load
amps of each motor. Overloads shall be manual reset and shall de-energize the
main contactors when the overcurrent occurs. The overloads shall be adjustable
and selected for mid-range. Overloads shall be adjusted for a locked rotor trip
time of 8 seconds at full voltage and must trip in 60 seconds or less at reduced
voltage (33% of delta LRA).
10. Each starter shall have a current transformer and adjustable voltage dropping
resistor(s) to supply a 5.0 VAC signal at full load to the unit control panels.
11. Each starter shall be equipped with a line to 115 VAC control transformer, fused
in both the primary and secondary, to supply power to the control panels, oil
heaters and oil pumps.
12. Each starter shall include the following protective devices:
a) Phase failure and reversal protection
b) Stall protection
-OR-
E Variable Frequency Drive
1. The chiller shall be equipped with a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to
automatically regulate each compressor speed in response to cooling load and
compressor pressure lift. The chiller control shall coordinate compressor speed
and guide vane position to optimize chiller efficiency.
2. A digital regulator shall provide V/Hz control.
3. The VFD shall have 110% continuous overload of continuous amp rating with
no time limit, PWM (pulse width modulated) output, IGBT (insulated gate
bipolar transistors) power technology, full power rating at 2kHz, DC bus
inductor (choke), and wireless construction.
4. Units 240 amps and below shall be air-cooled, units above 241 amps shall be
water-cooled. All heat producing devices shall be contained in a single heatsink
with single inlet and out connections for the connection of chilled water. When
factory mounted on the chiller package, the water connections shall be piped and
leak tested at the factory.
Medium Voltage (601 through 5000 volts) and High Voltage (5001 through 7200 volts).
The starter shall be:
Across-the-Line type with primary contactor allowing locked rotor amps to reach the
motor when energized.
--OR--

Autotransformer type factory wired to the 65% tap with drawout magnetic, three-pole,
vacuum break shorting contactor, drawout magnetic, two-pole, vacuum break starting
contactor, and open delta starting auto-transformer factory set at 65%.
--OR--
Primary Reactor type with drawout magnetic, three-pole, vacuum break shorting assembly,
and three-phase starting reactor, factory set at the 65% tap
All medium and high voltage starters shall have the following components:
Main Control Relays
Redundant motor control relays with coils in parallel and contacts in series to interlock the
starter with the chiller. These two relays shall constitute the only means of energizing the
motor contractors. No other devices (manual or automatic) with the capability of
energizing the starter can be used. The starter is controlled by the unit microprocessor.
Motor Protection and Overloads

The starter shall include overload protection functions. These controls include:
• Solid state overload (overcurrent) protection

• Phase unbalance protection
• Phase reversal and phase loss protection.
• Adjustable overload to closely match motor performance
• Three current transformers to measure motor current and a fourth current transformer
for input to the chiller microprocessor.
Undervoltage (UV) Relay
The undervoltage relay is an adjustable three-phase protection system that is activated
when the voltage falls below a predetermined safe value and is factory set at 85% of
nominal.
Control Voltage Transformer

The starter is provided with a 3KVA control transformer with both secondary and primary
fuses to supply control power to the chiller.
Additional Standard Components

• Mechanical type solderless connectors to handle wire sizes indicated by the
NEC.
• Three isolated vertical line contactors

• Three-pole, gang operated non-load break isolating switch
• Three vertically mounted current limiting power fuse blocks (fuses included)
• Magnetic three-pole, vacuum break contactor
• Single phase control circuit transformer
• Vertically mounted control circuit primary current limiting fuses

• Current transformers
• Load terminals
• Control circuit terminal blocks and secondary fuses
• Phase failure and reversal relay
F. CHILLER CONTROLLER
Base unit/compressor control is done through a 4-by-20-character display to view system
parameters, denote alarms and input setpoints.
In conjunction with the standalone base unit controller, the chiller manufacturer shall
supply a redundant, state-of-the-art Operator Workstation, complete with super VGA
color touchscreen monitor, keyboard and floppy disc drive.
The operator workstation shall be common for both compressors and have inherent trend
logging capabilities, which are transferable to other PC management systems such as an
Excel spread sheet via a floppy drive. Active trend logging data shall be available for
viewing in 20 minute, 2 hour or 8 hour intervals. A full 24 hours of history is
downloadable via diskette. The following trended parameters shall be displayed:
• Entering and leaving chilled water temps

• Entering and leaving condenser water temps
• Evaporator saturated refrigerant pressure
• Condenser saturated refrigerant pressure
• Net oil pressure for each compressor
• % rated load amps for entire unit
In addition to the trended items above, other real-time operating parameters are also
shown on the touchscreen. These items can be displayed in two ways: by chiller graphic
showing each component or from a color-coded, bar chart format. At a minimum, the
following critical areas must be monitored:
• Oil sump temperature per compressor

• Oil feed line temperature per compressor
• Evaporator saturated refrigerant temperature for unit
• Suction temperature for unit
• Condenser saturated refrigerant temperature for unit
• Discharge temperature for unit
• Liquid line temperature for unit
Complete fault history shall be displayed using an easy to decipher, color coded set of
messages that are date and time stamped. The last 20 faults shall be downloadable from
the floppy drive.

Automatic corrective action to reduce unnecessary cycling shall be accomplished through
pre-emptive control of low evaporator or high discharge pressure conditions to keep the
unit operating through ancillary transient conditions.
System specific, chiller plant architecture software shall be employed to display the
chiller, piping, pumps and cooling tower. Chiller plant optimization software for up to 4
chillers shall also be included to provide automatic control of: evaporator and condenser
pumps (primary and standby), up to 4 stages of cooling tower fans and a cooling tower
modulating bypass valve or cooling tower variable frequency drives. There shall be five
possible tower control strategies:
• Tower fan staging only – up to 4 stages controlled by either the entering condenser
water temperature or lift differential temperature between the condenser and
evaporator saturated temperatures.
• Tower fan staging plus low limit - controlled as in # 1 plus tower bypass valve set at
a minimum entering condenser water temperature
• Tower staging with staged bypass control – similar to # 2 with additional control of
the bypass valve between fan staging to smooth control and minimize fan staging.
• VFD staging only – in this mode, a variable speed drive controls the first fan with up
to 3 more fans to be staged on and off and there is no bypass valve.
• VFD and Valve Staging – same as # 4 plus bypass valve control
Factory mounted DDC controllers shall support operation on a BACnet, Modbus or

LONWORKS network via one of the data link / physical layers listed below as specified by
the successful Building Automation System supplier.
BACnet MS/TP master (Clause 9)

BACnet IP, (Annex J)
BACnet ISO 8802-3, (Ethernet)
LONWORKS FTT-10A
The information communicated between the building automation system and the factory
mounted unit controllers shall include the reading and writing of data to allow unit
monitoring, control and alarm notification as specified in the unit sequence of operation and
the unit points list.
2.5. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

A. Pumpout System: The unit shall be equipped with a pumpout system complete with a
transfer pump, condensing unit, and storage vessel constructed according to ASME Code
for Unfired Pressure Vessels and shall bear the National Boards stamp. If the design of
the unit allows the charge to be transferred to and isolated in the main condenser, then a

pumpout system is not required. Transfer of refrigerant charge shall be accomplished by
either main compressor operation, migration, or gravity flow. Isolation shall be
accomplished with valves located at the inlet and exit of the condenser. The main
condenser shall be sized to contain the refrigerant charge at 90°F according to ANSI-
ASHRAE 15.A.
B. Purge System (negative pressure chillers only):
1. The chiller manufacturer shall provide a separate high efficiency purge system that
operates independently of the unit and can be operated while the unit is off. The
system shall consist of an air-cooled condensing unit, purge condensing tank,
pumpout compressor and control system.
2. A dedicated condensing unit shall be provided with the purge system to provide a
cooling source whether or not the chiller is running. The condensing unit shall
provide a low purge coil temperature to result in a maximum loss of 0.1 pounds of
refrigerant per pound of purged air.
3. The purge tank shall consist of a cooling coil, filter-drier, water separation tube, sight
glass, drain, and air discharge port. Air and water are separated from the refrigerant
vapor and accumulated in the purge tank.
4. The pumpout system shall consist of a small compressor and a restriction device
located at the pumpout compressor suction connection.
5. The purge unit shall be connected to a 100% reclaim device.
C. Vacuum Prevention System (Negative pressure chillers only): Chiller manufacturer shall
supply and install a vacuum prevention system for each chiller. The system shall
constantly maintain 0.05 psig inside the vessel during non-operational periods. The
system shall consist of a precision pressure controller, two silicon blanket heaters, a
pressure transducer, and solid-state safety circuit.
D. Refrigerant Detection Device (negative pressure chillers only): Chiller manufacturer shall
supply and install a refrigerant detection device and alarm capable of monitoring
refrigerant at a level of 10 ppm. Due to the critical nature of this device and possible
owner liability, the chiller manufacturer shall guarantee and maintain the detection
monitor for five years after owner acceptance of the system.
E. Waffle type vibration pads for field mounting under unit feet.
PART 3 — EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install per manufacturer’s requirements, shop drawings, and Contract Documents.
B. Adjust chiller alignment on foundations, or subbases as called for on drawings.
C. Arrange piping to allow for dismantling to permit head removal and tube cleaning.
D. Furnish and install necessary auxiliary water piping for oil cooler.
E. Coordinate electrical installation with electrical contractor.
F. Coordinate controls with control contractor.

G. Provide all materiel required to ensure a fully operational and functional chiller.
3.2 START-UP
A. Units shall be factory charged with the proper refrigerant and oil.
B. Factory Start-Up Services: Provide for as long a time as is necessary to ensure proper
operation of the unit, but in no case for less than two full working days. During the
period of start-up, The Start-up Technician shall instruct the Owner’s representative in
proper care and operation of the unit.

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