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Application Guidelines for ZB*KC / ZB*KCE Refrigeration

Copeland Scroll™ Compressors ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3 to 7.5 HP)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ...................... 3 19. Shell Temperature ...................................... 9
1. Introduction ................................................ 6 20. Connection Fittings .................................... 9
2. Nomenclature ............................................. 6 21. Three-Phase Rotation Direction ................ 9
3. Operating Envelope ................................... 6 22. Brief Power Interruptions ........................ 10
4. Use of R-513A Refrigerant ........................ 6 23. Deep Vacuum Operation .......................... 10
5. Accumulators ............................................. 6 24. Unbrazing System Components ............. 10
6. Crankcase Heaters ..................................... 6 25. High Potential (Hipot) Testing ................. 10
7. Discharge Line Thermostat ....................... 7 26. Copeland Scroll Functional Check ......... 10
8. Pressure Controls ...................................... 7 27. New Installation ........................................ 11
9. Pump Down Recommendations ............... 7 28. Field Service ............................................. 11
10. IPR Valve ..................................................... 7 28.1. To disconnect: ............................................ 11
11. Internal Temperature Protection .............. 8 28.1.1. To reconnect: .............................................. 11
12. Motor Protection ........................................ 8 29. General Guidelines and More Information
13. Oil Types ..................................................... 8 11
14. Oil Charges ................................................. 8 30. Oil Sight Glass Designs ........................... 14
15. Oil Management for Rack Applications ... 8 30.1. Oil Sight Glass Design Change for 1.5 to 9 HP
16. Compressor Tubing and Mounting .......... 9 Copeland Scroll™ Refrigeration Compressors .......... 14
16.1. Mounting for Rack Systems ......................... 9 30.2. Available Spare Parts Kit for Sightglass
16.2. Condensing Unit Mounting ........................... 9 Replacement: ............................................................. 15
16.3. Tubing Considerations ................................. 9 31. OMB ........................................................... 15
17. Starting Characteristics ............................ 9
18. Fusite ........................................................... 9

TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1 - Scroll Tube Brazing ................................... 11 Figure 9 - OMB Design until November 30th, 2014 (14K
Figure 2 - ZB10KCE through ZB57KCE Application and earlier) ................................................................. 15
Envelope for R-404A/R-507 (1.3 - 7.5 HP) ................ 12 Figure 10 - OMB Design as of December 1st, 2014 and
Figure 3 - ZB10KCE through ZB57KCE Application after (14K and after) ................................................... 15
Envelope for R-407A/R-407C/R-448A/R-449A (1.3 - 7.5 Figure 11 - ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3-7.5 HP)
HP) ............................................................................. 12 Refrigeration Scroll Rack Mounting ............................ 16
Figure 4 - ZB10KCE through ZB57KCE Application Figure 12 - ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3-7.5 HP)
Envelope for R-407F (1.3 - 7.5 HP) ........................... 13 Refrigeration Scroll Condensing Unit Mounting ......... 16
Figure 5 - ZB15KCE trough 57KCE Application Figure 13 - Typical Suction Tubing ............................. 17
Envelope for 134a / 513A (2-7.5HP) .......................... 13 Figure 14 - Motor Terminal (Fusite) Connections for
Figure 6 - Sight glass design until November 30th, 2014 Single Phase and Three Phase Scrolls ...................... 17
(14K and earlier) ........................................................ 14 Figure 15 - Control Circuit Wiring Diagram ................ 18
Figure 7 – Sight glass design as of December 1st, 2014
(14K and after) ........................................................... 14
Figure 8 - Available OMB adapter Kit ........................ 15

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TABLES
Table 1 - Compressor Models and Approved Table 6 - Pressure Control Settings ........................... 21
Refrigerants/Lubricants .............................................. 19 Table 7 - Check-Valve Type ....................................... 21
Table 2 - Charge Limitations ...................................... 19 Table 8 - Recommended Oil Charges by Model Family
Table 3 - Crankcase Heater ....................................... 20 .................................................................................... 22
Table 4 - Conduit Ready Heater Terminal Box Kits ... 20
Table 5 - Discharge Thermostat Line Kits ................. 20

Revision Tracking R15 Revision Tracking R13

Updated and Revised Safety Information Sheet Pg. 7 – DLT position and general guideline Text
updated.
Revision Tracking R14
Pg. 8 – References to OMB updated to OMB/C in
Pg. 5 – Warning of using R-513A Section 16
Pg. 14 – Title of Figures 6 and 7 were updated.
Pg. 9 – Updated R-134a Envelope to Include R-513A
Pg. 18 – Title of Figures 15 was updated
Pg. 18 – Added R-513A to list of approved refrigerants Revision Tracking R12
Pg. 20 – Added R-513A to list of pressure cut-outs Pg. 1 – ZB10KC* through ZB57KC designation applied
on the Bulletin title and rest of the bulletin.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Those involved in the design, manufacture, and installation of a system, system purchasers, and service personnel may
need to be aware of hazards and precautions discussed in this section and throughout this document. OEMs integrating
the compressor into a system should ensure that their own employees follow this bulletin and provide any necessary safety
information to those involved in manufacturing, installing, purchasing, and servicing the system.

Responsibilities, Qualifications and Training

• OEMs are responsible for system design, selection of appropriate components, integration of this component into the
system, and testing the system. OEMs must ensure that staff involved in these activities are competent and qualified.
• OEMs are also responsible for ensuring that all product, service, and cautionary labels remain visible or are appropriately
added in a conspicuous location on the system to ensure they are clear to any personnel involved in the installation,
commissioning, troubleshooting or maintenance of this equipment.
• Only qualified and authorized HVAC or refrigeration personnel are permitted to install, commission, troubleshoot and
maintain this equipment. Electrical connections must be made by qualified electrical personnel.
• Observe all applicable standards and codes for installing, servicing, and maintaining electrical and refrigeration
equipment.
Terminal Venting and Other Pressurized System Hazards
If a compressor’s electrical terminal pin loses its seal, pressurized oil, refrigerant, and debris may spray
out. This is called “terminal venting”.

The ejected debris, oil, and refrigerant can injure people or damage property. The oil and refrigerant spray
can be ignited by electrical arcing at the terminal or any nearby ignition source, producing flames that may project a
significant distance from the compressor. The distance depends on the pressure and the amount of refrigerant and oil
mixture in the system. The flames can cause serious or fatal burns and ignite nearby materials.

Each compressor has a terminal cover or molded plug that covers electrical connections. The cover or plug helps to protect
against electric shock and the risks of terminal venting. If terminal venting occurs, the cover or plug helps contain the spray
of refrigerant and oil and reduces the risk of ignition. If ignition occurs, the plug or cover helps contain the flames. However,
neither the terminal cover nor the molded plug can completely eliminate the risk of venting, ignition, or electric shock.

See www.Climate.Emerson.com/terminal for more details about terminal venting.

Additionally, a compressor’s refrigerant lines keep refrigerant and oil under pressure. When removing or recharging
refrigerant from this component during service, this can pose a pressurized fluid hazard.

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Flammable Refrigerant Hazards

If flammable refrigerant is released from a system, an explosive concentration can be present in the air near
the system. If there is an ignition source nearby, a release of flammable refrigerant can result in a fire or
explosion. While systems using flammable refrigerant are designed to mitigate the risk of ignition if the
refrigerant is released, fire and explosion can still occur.

See Climate.Emerson.com/flammable for more information on flammable refrigerant safety.

Electrical Hazards
Until a system is de-energized, and capacitors have been discharged, the system presents a risk of electric
shock.

Hot Surface and Fire Hazards

While the system is energized, and for some time after it is deenergized, the compressor may be hot. Touching
the compressor before it has cooled can result in severe burns. When brazing system components during
service, the flames can cause severe burns and ignite nearby combustible materials.

Lifting Hazards

Certain system components may be very heavy. Improperly lifting system components or the compressor
can result in serious personal injury. Use proper lifting techniques when moving.

POE Oil Hazards

This equipment contains polyolester (POE) oils. Certain polymers (e.g., PVC/CPVC and polycarbonate) can be harmed if
they come into contact with POE oils. If POE oil contacts bare skin, it may cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautions
• Always wear personal protective equipment (gloves, eye protection, etc.).

• Keep a fire extinguisher at the jobsite at all times.

• Keep clear of the compressor when power is applied.

- IMMEDIATELY GET AWAY if you hear unusual sounds in the compressor. They can indicate that terminal pin
ejection may be imminent. This may sound like electrical arcing (sizzling, sputtering or popping). However, terminal
venting may still occur even if you do not hear any unusual sounds.
• Never reset a breaker or replace a blown fuse without performing appropriate electrical testing
- A tripped breaker or blown fuse may indicate an electrical fault in the compressor. Energizing a compressor with an
electrical fault can cause terminal venting. Perform checks to rule out an electrical fault.

• Disconnect power and use lock-out/tag-out procedures before servicing.

- Before removing the terminal cover or molded plug, check that ALL electrical power is disconnected from the unit.
Make sure that all power legs are open. (Note: The system may have more than one power supply.)

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- Discharge capacitors for a minimum of two minutes

- Always use control of hazardous energy (lock-out/tag-out) procedures to ensure that power is not reconnected while
the unit is being serviced.

• Allow time for the compressor to cool before servicing.

- Ensure that materials and wiring do not touch high temperature areas of the compressor.

• Keep all non-essential personnel away from the compressor during service.

• Remove refrigerant from both the high and low side of the compressor. Use a recovery machine and cylinder designed
for flammable refrigerants. Do not use standard recovery machines because they contain sources of ignition such as
switches, high and low pressure controls, and relays. Only vent the refrigerant into the atmosphere if the system is in a
well-ventilated area.

• Never us a torch to remove the compressor. Only tubing cutters should be used.

• Use an appropriate lifting device to install or remove the compressor.

• Never install a system and leave it unattended when it has no charge, a holding charge, or with the service valves closed
without electrically locking out the system.

• Always wear appropriate safety glasses and gloves when brazing or unbrazing system components.

• Charge the system with only approved refrigerants and refrigeration oils.

• Keep POE oils away from certain polymers (e.g., PVC/CPVC and polycarbonate) and any other surface or material that
might be harmed by POE oils. Proper protective equipment (gloves, eye protection, etc.) must be used when handling
POE lubricant. Handle POE oil with care. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for further details.
• Before energizing the system:
1. Securely fasten the protective terminal cover or molded plug to the compressor, and
2. Check that the compressor is properly grounded per the applicable system and compressor requirements.

Signal Word Definitions

The signal word explained below are used throughout the document to indicate safety messages.

DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
WARNING serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
CAUTION could result in minor or moderate injury

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1. Introduction in Table 2. On systems with defrost schemes or

transient operations that allow prolonged uncontrolled
The ZB*KC/ZB*KCE Copeland Scroll™ compressor liquid return to the compressor, an accumulator is
represents the latest generation of compliant scroll required unless a suction header of sufficient volume to
technology for the refrigeration industry. prevent liquid migration to the compressor is used.
2. Nomenclature Excessive liquid flood back or repeated flooded starts
The refrigeration scroll model numbers include the will dilute the oil in the compressor causing inadequate
nominal capacity at standard 60HZ ARI rating conditions lubrication and bearing wear. Proper system design will
for medium temperature (20/120°F). For additional minimize liquid flood back, thereby ensuring maximum
information on this product, please refer to the Online compressor life.
Product Information at Emerson.com/OPI In order to assure that liquid refrigerant does not return
3. Operating Envelope to the compressor during the running cycle, attention
must be given to maintaining proper superheat at the
The ZB*KC/ZB*KCE refrigeration scroll compressor compressor suction inlet. Emerson recommends a
models can be used with a variety of refrigerants minimum of 20°F (11°C) superheat, measured on the
depending on the model selected and the lubricant suction line 6 inches (152mm) from the suction valve, to
used. (See Table 1 at the end of this bulletin.) prevent liquid refrigerant floodback.
The ZB*KC and ZB*KCE models are intended for Another method to determine if liquid refrigerant is
medium temperature refrigeration type duty. The returning to the compressor is to accurately measure the
approved operating envelopes for these models are temperature difference between the compressor oil
such that they are ideally suited for applications such as crankcase and the suction line. During continuous
ice machines, bulk milk and FCB/FUB. The models and operation we recommend that this difference be a
operating envelopes are depicted in Figure 2, Figure 3, minimum of 50°F (27°C). This “crankcase differential
Figure 4 and Figure 5 at the end of this bulletin. temperature” requirement supersedes the minimum
suction superheat requirement in the last paragraph. To
4. Use of R-513A Refrigerant
measure oil temperature through the compressor shell,
WARNING place a thermocouple on the bottom center (not the
side) of the compressor shell and insulate from the
Note: Refrigerant migration of R-513A into the
ambient.
compressor crankcase could cause low oil viscosity
which could lead to compressor damage. During rapid system changes, such as defrost or ice
harvest cycles, this temperature difference may drop
• When using R-513A it is critical to meet the rapidly for a short period of time. When the crankcase
following requirements temperature difference falls below the recommended
• Maintain adequate superheat settings with a 50°F (27°C), our recommendation is the duration should
minimum superheat of 20°F at the compressor not exceed a maximum (continuous) time period of two
minutes and should not go lower than a 25°F (14°C)
• No liquid refrigerant migration into the difference.
compressor at any time, especially during
standstill or during or after defrost Contact your Emerson Climate Technologies
representative regarding any exceptions to the above
• Pump down recommended. requirements.
• The use of a crankcase heater is 6. Crankcase Heaters
recommended.
• Single-phase
• Retrofit R-513A is only allowed for compressors
which are approved for these refrigerants No crankcase heaters are required on single-phase
scroll compressors.
5. Accumulators
• Three-phase - outdoor only
Due to the scrolls’ inherent ability to handle liquid
refrigerant in flooded start and defrost cycle operation Crankcase heaters are required on three phase
conditions, accumulators may not be required. An compressors where the system charge exceeds 10
accumulator is required on single compressor systems lbs.
when the charge limitations exceed those values listed
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The listed crankcase heaters are intended for use only applications. The standard disc is not intended for use
when there is limited access (See Table 3). The heaters with a pump down.
are not equipped for use with electrical conduit. Where
applicable, electrical safety codes require lead NOTICE
protection, a crankcase heater terminal box should be
used. Recommended crankcase heater terminal box Typically, the compressors that use the low-leak
and cover kit numbers are listed in Table 4. If there are discharge check valve are suitable for pump down
any questions concerning their application, contact to applications. This valve prevents system pressures from
Emerson, Application Engineering department. equalizing and pump down can be achieved. However,
during laboratory testing, we have observed a potential
7. Discharge Line Thermostat short cycling condition on the ZB15 through ZB29
models. This phenomenon can be attributed to several
Figure 2, Figure 3, Figure 4 and Figure 5 how
factors:
saturated suction temperature, maximum condensing
temperature, maximum return gas temperature, and 1. Location of low-pressure control sensor. If it is
maximum discharge line temperature. Operation located right at the suction inlet of the compressor,
beyond these limits can cause high compression ratios it will be more sensitive to pressure spikes.
or excessive internal compressor temperatures. This
2. Actual low-pressure setting. Refer to our
will result in overheating the scroll members, causing
recommended setting in Table 6. If the differential
excessive wear resulting in premature compressor
pressure setting is too close, this will increase the
failure.
possibility of short cycling.
If the system is designed where operation within these
3. Type of Low-pressure control can have an effect on
guidelines cannot be guaranteed, then a discharge line
cycling. The encapsulated non-adjustable type is
thermostat is required in the compressor control circuit.
more susceptible to causing excessive cycling due
When installed approximately 6-7 inches from the to tolerances.
discharge tube outlet, depending on tubing
4. If short cycling cannot be avoided, using a 3-minute
configuration. The thermostats have a cut-out setting
time delay will limit the cycling of the
that will ensure the external discharge line temperature
compressor to an acceptable level.
does not exceed the 260°F limit. If a Rotalock service
valve is installed on the discharge port connection, the
thermostat should be located approximately 5-6 inches
NOTICE
from the valve braze connection. The ZB10 through ZB14 models will require the
Kits have been set up to include the thermostat, retainer, following recommendations for pump down
and installation instructions. These thermostats must be applications:
used with ½” O.D. discharge lines to ensure proper 5. Install an external check-valve in the discharge line
thermal transfer and temperature control. They work to prevent back-flow from the high side to low side.
with either 120 or 240-volt control circuits and are Install check-valve as close to the compressor
available with or without an alarm circuit capability. See discharge fitting as possible to minimize discharge
Table 5 for a list of discharge line thermostat kit gas volume.
numbers.
6. Set low pressure to recommended settings in Table
8. Pressure Controls 6.
Both high and low-pressure controls are required on the 7. Since these models are single-phase only, add a
following models, (1.3-2 HP) ZB10-14KCE. Only low- time delay relay to prevent reverse rotation. Refer to
pressure controls are required on the following models, Brief Power Interruptions section of this bulletin
(2-7.5 HP) ZB15-57KC/E. See Table 6 for set points. for additional information.
Application Note: There are exceptions to the pressure 10. IPR Valve
settings listed in Table 6. Certain OEMs are approved
for LPC settings below our standard recommendations. Refrigeration scroll compressors (2-7.5 HP) ZB15-
57KC/E have internal pressure relief valves, which open
9. Pump Down Recommendations at a discharge to suction differential pressure of 375 to
450 psi. This action will trip the motor protector and
Table 7 identifies the “ZB” models that incorporate the
remove the motor from the line. The ZB10-14KCE
low-leak check valve suitable for pump-down
models DO require a high pressure control in addition to
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a low pressure control, since these models do not have found to provide excellent performance in field tests on
an IPR valve. Copeland Scroll compressors and is recommended for
parallel system applications.
11. Internal Temperature Protection
For Technical details about OMB/C Oil Level
Refrigeration Scroll compressors (1.3-7.5 HP) ZB10- Management Control follow these links or scan their QR
57KC/E incorporate a Thermo-disc which is a code:
temperature-sensitive snap disc device located at the
scroll discharge port. It is designed to open and route - OMB/C Instruction Sheet
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removing the compressor from the line. c--pa-00388-en-4858298.pdf
12. Motor Protection
Conventional inherent internal line break motor
protection is provided.
13. Oil Types
Polyol ester lubricants must be provided if the scroll
compressor is to be used with HFC refrigerants. ZBKC
compressors that are to be used with R22 should be
supplied with mineral oil. See Form 93-11 for a
complete list of all Emerson approved lubricants.
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equipment (gloves, eye protection, etc.) must be
used when handling POE lubricant. POE must not
come into contact with any surface or material that
might be harmed by POE, including without
limitation, certain polymers (e.g. PVC/ CPVC and
polycarbonate). Refer to the Safety Data Sheet
(SDS) for further details.
14. Oil Charges
The recommended oil charges for these compressors
are shown in Table 8. See Table 8 order to select appropiate Adapter Kit.

15. Oil Management for Rack Applications Note: Emerson Climate Technologies' Application
Engineering Department should be contacted for
Copeland Scroll refrigeration compressors may be used approved oil management systems.
on multiple compressor parallel rack applications. This
requires the use of an oil management system to Immediately after system start-up the oil reservoir level
maintain proper oil level in each compressor crankcase. will fluctuate until equilibrium is reached. It is advisable
The sight glass connection supplied can accommodate to monitor the oil level during this time to assure
the mounting of the oil control devices. sufficient oil is available. This will prevent unnecessary
trips of the oil control system.
Unlike semi-hermetic compressors, scroll compressors
do not have an oil pump with accompanying oil pressure Note: If oil management problems are occurring please
safety controls. Therefore, an external oil level control is refer to AE17-1320 or contact to Emerson, Application
required. Engineering Department.

The Emerson OMB/C Oil Level Management Control

combines the functions of level control and timed
compressor shut-off should the level not come back to
normal within a set period of time. This device has been

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16. Compressor Tubing and Mounting stress under various conditions of use including voltage,
frequency, and load fluctuations, and shipping vibration.
Compressor mounting must be selected based on The guidelines above may be helpful; however, testing
application. Consideration must be given to sound should be performed for each system designed.
reduction and tubing reliability. Some tubing geometry
or “shock loops” may be required to reduce vibration 17. Starting Characteristics
transferred from the compressor to external tubing.
Single-phase scroll compressors are designed with
16.1. Mounting for Rack Systems PSC type motors and therefore will start without the
need of start assist devices in most applications.
For ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3-7.5 HP) However, if low voltage conditions exist at start up,
compressors, specially designed rubber grommets are protector trips can result. Therefore, start assist devices
available for refrigeration scroll compressor (start capacitors and relays) are available to maximize
applications. These grommets are formulated from a starting characteristics under abnormal conditions.
durometer material specifically designed for
refrigeration applications. The durometer limits the 18. Fusite
compressor motion, thereby minimizing potential
Fusite pin orientation for single-phase and three- phase
problems of excessive tubing stress. Sufficient isolation
refrigeration scroll compressors are shown in Figure 14
is provided to prevent vibration from being transmitted
and inside the terminal box.
to the mounting structure. This mounting arrangement is
recommended for multiple compressor rack 19. Shell Temperature
installations. See Figure 11 for a detail of this mounting
system. CAUTION
NOTICE System component failure may cause the top shell and
discharge line to briefly reach temperatures above
The use of standard soft grommets is not recommended 300°F. Wiring or other materials, which could be
for most refrigeration scroll rack installations. These damaged by these temperatures, should not come in
softer mounts allow for excessive movement that will contact with the shell.
result in tube breakage, unless the entire system is
properly designed. 20. Connection Fittings
16.2. Condensing Unit Mounting Scroll compressors are provided with either braze
connections or roto-lock adapters depending on the bill
For ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3-7.5 HP) of material selected (reference AE4-1219 for roto-lock
refrigeration scroll condensing unit applications, soft torque values). Consult your District Sales Manager or
mounts are recommended. See Figure 12. Application Engineer for details.
16.3. Tubing Considerations All ZBKC/E models have copper plated steel suction
Proper tube design must be taken into consideration and discharge fittings for a more rugged, leak resistant
when designing the tubing connecting the scroll to the connection.
remaining system. The tubing should provide enough See section on New Installation (see Figure 1) for
“flexibility” to allow normal starting and stopping of the suggestions on how to properly braze these fittings.
compressor without exerting excessive stress on the
tube joints. In addition, it is desirable to design tubing 21. Three-Phase Rotation Direction
with a natural frequency away from the normal running Scroll compressors are directional dependent: i.e., they
frequency of the compressor. Failure to do this can will compress in one rotational direction only. On single-
result in tube resonance and unacceptable tubing life. phase compressors, this is not an issue since they will
Figure 13 shows examples of acceptable tubing only start and run in the proper direction (except as
configurations. described in the Labeled Brief Power Interruptions).
Three-phase scrolls, however, will rotate in either
CAUTION direction depending on the power of the phasing. So
These examples are intended only as guidelines to there is a 50/50 chance of connected power being
depict the need for flexibility in tube designs. In order to “backwards.” Contractors should be warned of this.
properly determine if a design is appropriate for a given Appropriate instructions or notices should be provided
application, samples should be tested and evaluated for by the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

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Verification of proper rotation can be made by observing If the refrigerant charge is removed from a scroll unit by
that the suction pressure drops and the discharge bleeding the high side only, it is sometimes possible for
pressure rises when the compressor is energized. the scrolls to seal, preventing pressure equalization
Additionally, if operated in reverse the compressor is through the compressor. This may leave the low side
noisier and its current draw is substantially reduced shell and suction line tubing pressurized. If a brazing
compared to tabulated values. torch is then applied to the low side, the pressurized
refrigerant oil mixture could ignite as it escapes and
Although operation of scroll in reverse direction for brief
contacts the brazing flame. It is important to check both
periods of time is not harmful, continued operation could
the high and low sides with manifold gauges before
result in failure.
unbrazing. In the case of an assembly line repair,
All three-phase compressors are wired identically remove the refrigerant from both the high and low sides.
internally. Once the correct phasing is determined for a Instructions should be provided in appropriate product
specific system or installation, connecting properly literatures and assembly areas.
phased power leads to the same fusite terminals will
maintain the proper rotation. 25. High Potential (Hipot) Testing
Many of the Copeland brand compressors are
22. Brief Power Interruptions configured with the motor below the compressor. As a
Brief power interruptions (less than ½ second) may result, when liquid refrigerant is within the compressor
result in powered reverse rotation of single-phase shell the motor can be immersed in liquid refrigerant to
refrigeration scroll compressors. High-pressure a greater extent than with compressors with the motor
discharge gas expands backward through the scrolls at mounted above the compressor. When Copeland brand
power interruption causing the scroll to orbit in the compressors are Hipot tested and liquid refrigerant is in
reverse direction. If power is reapplied while this the shell, they can show higher levels of leakage current
reversal is occurring, the compressor may continue to than compressors with the motor on top because of the
run noisily in the reverse direction for several minutes higher electrical conductivity of liquid refrigerant than
until the compressor internal protector trips. This has no refrigerant vapor and oil. This phenomenon can occur
negative effect on durability. When the protector resets, with any compressor when the motor is immersed in
the compressor will start and run normally. refrigerant. The level of current leakage does not
present any safety issue. To lower the current leakage
Emerson strongly encourages the use of a timer which
reading the system should be operated for a brief period
can sense brief power interruptions and lock the of time to redistribute the refrigerant to a more normal
compressor out of operation for two minutes. A typical configuration and the system Hipot tested again. See
timer circuit is shown in Figure 15. bulletin AE4-1294 for Megohm testing
No time delay is required on three phase models to recommendations. Under no circumstances should the
prevent reverse rotation due to power interruptions Hipot or Megohm test be performed while the
compressor is under a vacuum.
23. Deep Vacuum Operation
26. Copeland Scroll Functional Check
WARNING Refrigeration scroll compressors do not have internal
Do not run a refrigeration scroll compressor in a suction valves. It is not necessary to perform functional
vacuum. Failure to heed this advice can result in compressor tests to check how low the compressor will
permanent damage to the compressor. pull suction pressure. This type of test may damage a
scroll compressor. The following diagnostic procedure
A low-pressure control is required for protection against should be used to evaluate whether a Copeland Scroll
vacuum operation. See the section on Pressure compressor is functioning properly.
Controls for the proper set points. (See Table 6)
1. Verify proper unit voltage.
Scroll compressors (as with any refrigeration
compressor) should never be used to evacuate 2. Normal motor winding continuity and short to
refrigeration or air conditioning systems. See AE24- ground checks will determine if the inherent
1105 for proper system evacuation procedures. overload motor protector has opened or if an
internal short to ground has developed. If the
24. Unbrazing System Components protector has opened, the compressor must cool
sufficiently to reset.
CAUTION 3. With service gauges connected to suction and
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discharge pressure fittings, turn on the compressor.

If suction pressure falls below normal levels, the
system is either low on charge or there is a flow
blockage.
4. A- Single-Phase Compressors
If the suction pressure does not drop and the
discharge pressure does not rise to normal levels
the compressor is faulty.
B- Three-Phase Compressors Figure 1 - Scroll Tube Brazing
If the suction pressure does not drop and the 28. Field Service
discharge pressure does not rise, reverse any two
of the compressor power leads and reapply power 28.1. To disconnect:
to make sure the compressor was not wired to run • Recover refrigerant from both the high and low side
in the reverse direction. of the system. Cut tubing near compressor.
The compressor current draw must be compared to
28.1.1. To reconnect:
published compressor performance curves at the
compressor operating conditions (pressures and • Recommended brazing materials - Silfos® with
voltages). Significant deviations (±15%) from published minimum 5% silver or silver braze material with flux.
values may indicate a faulty compressor.
• Reinsert tubing fitting.
27. New Installation
• Heat tube uniformly in Area 1, moving slowly to Area
• The copper-coated steel suction, discharge, and 2. When joint reaches brazing temperature, apply
injection tubes on scroll compressors can be brazed brazing material.
in approximately the same manner as any copper
tube. • Heat joint uniformly around the circumference to
flow braze material completely around the joint.
• Recommended brazing material - Any Silfos®
material is recommended, preferably with a • Slowly move torch in Area 3 to draw braze material
into the joint.
minimum of 5% silver. However, 0% silver is
acceptable. Do not overheat joint.
• Use of a dry nitrogen purge to eliminate possibility 29. General Guidelines and More Information
of carbon buildup on internal tube surfaces is
recommended. For general Copeland™ compressor information please
log in to Online Product Information at
• Be sure process tube fitting I.D. and process tube Emerson.com/OPI, refer to the Application Engineering
O.D. are clean prior to assembly. bulletins listed below, or contact your Application
Engineer.
• Apply heat in Area 1. As tube approaches brazing
temperature, move torch flame to Area 2. Oil Management for Copeland
AE17-1320 Scroll™ Compressors in Parallel
• Heat Area 2 until braze temperature is attained,
Applications
moving torch up and down and rotating around tube
as necessary to heat tube evenly. Add braze Torque Values on Copeland™
material to the joint while moving torch around AE4-1219 Brand Products Recommended
circumference. Torque with Lubricated Bolts
• After braze material flows around joint, move torch Megohm Values of Copeland®
AE4-1294
to heat Area 3. This will draw the braze material Compressors
down into the joint. The time spent heating Area 3
should be minimal. Refrigerants and lubricants
Form 93-11 approved for use in Copeland™
• As with any brazed joint, overheating may be compressors
detrimental to the final result.

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 Figure 2 - ZB10KCE through ZB57KCE Application Envelope for R-404A/R-507 (1.3 - 7.5 HP)

Figure 3 - ZB10KCE through ZB57KCE Application Envelope for R-407A/R-407C/R-448A/R-449A

(1.3 - 7.5 HP)

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Figure 4 - ZB10KCE through ZB57KCE Application Envelope for R-407F (1.3 - 7.5 HP)

Figure 5 - ZB15KCE trough 57KCE Application Envelope for 134a / 513A (2-7.5HP)

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30. Oil Sight Glass Designs

30.1. Oil Sight Glass Design Change for 1.5 to 9 HP Copeland Scroll™ Refrigeration Compressors
In order to communize design across platforms and improve product quality, Emerson Climate Technologies Inc. has
implemented a new sightglass design on 1.5 – 9 HP Copeland Scroll refrigeration compressor. Emerson Climate
Technologies has significant experience with this design, which aligns with other platform designs.
The production implementation of the new design was December 1th, 2014. All compressors with serial numbers
beginning with 14L will have the new sightglass fitting.
Example: Serial Number –14L259554 => December 2014

Figure 6 - Sight glass design until November 30th, 2014 (14K and earlier)
Kit includes: Threaded, PTFE coated, sightglass.
Compressor sightglass connection: conical ¾” – 14 NPTF
Recommended sightglass torque: 80 – 100 in-lbs.

Figure 7 – Sight glass design as of December 1st, 2014 (14K and after)
Kit includes: Gasket / sightglass / 1 ¼ “ nut
Compressor sightglass connection: external thread 1 ¼” – 12 UNF.
Recommended sightglass torque: 300 – 360 in-lbs.

* The different designs cannot be used interchangeably.

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30.2. Available Spare Parts Kit for Sightglass Replacement:

Sight Glass Replacement Kit: P/N 998-0010-02
Note: Contains both internal and external thread design sightglasses.

New Design: Emerson Flow Controls P/N 066650

(KS30394-2)
Contains:
• 1 1/2 “ Nut OMB Adapter
• Gasket
• O-ring
Compressor Sightglass connection: external thread 1
¼” – 12 UNF
Recommended sightglass torque: 960 – 1200 in-lbs.
Figure 8 - Available OMB adapter Kit
31. OMB
This external thread design will hold the OMB the same distance away from the compressor as the previous internal
thread design, resulting in no change of the compressor’s footprint.

Figure 9 - OMB Design until November 30th, 2014 (14K and earlier)

Figure 10 - OMB Design as of December 1st, 2014 and after (14K and after)
For additional information please refer to Marketing Bulletin MB2014CC-6

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Figure 11 - ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3-7.5 HP) Refrigeration Scroll Rack Mounting

Figure 12 - ZB10KC* through ZB57KC* (1.3-7.5 HP) Refrigeration Scroll Condensing Unit Mounting

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Figure 13 - Typical Suction Tubing

NOTES:
1. The above tubing configurations are guidelines to minimize tube stress.
2. Follow similar guidelines for discharge tubing and oil return tubing as needed.
3. If a run of over 20” is required, intermediate clamps may be necessary.
4. Do not hang weights on tubing (e.g. filter drier on suction tubing) except after clamps or close to the header.
5. Tube runs of less than 8” are not recommended.
6. This dimension should be made as short as possible (e.g. 2” or less) but still insuring a proper braze joint.
7. The above tubing recommendations are based on “no elbow joints”. The use of continuous tubing is preferred.

Figure 14 - Motor Terminal (Fusite) Connections for Single Phase and Three Phase Scrolls

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Figure 15 - Control Circuit Wiring Diagram

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Table 1 - Compressor Models and Approved Refrigerants/Lubricants

Model HP Refrigerant Lubricant
ZB10KCE 1.3 R-404A/ R-507 POE
ZB11KCE 1.5 R-404A/ R-507 POE
ZB13KCE 1.8 R-404A/ R-507 POE
ZB14KCE 2.0 R-404A/ R-507 POE

R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/

ZB15KCE 2.0 MO/POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-448A/ R-449A/
ZB19KCE 2.5 MO/POE
R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/
ZB21KCE 3.0 MO/POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/
ZB26KCE 3.5 MO/POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R22/ R404A/ R507/ R134a/ R407A/ R407C/
ZB29KCE 4.0 POE
R407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A

R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/

ZB30KCE 4.0 MO/POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/
ZB38KCE 5.0 MO/POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-448A/ R-449A/
ZB42KCE 5.5 MO/POE
R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-
ZB45KCE 6.0 MO/POE
407C/R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/
ZB48KCE 6.5 POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A
R-22/ R-404A/ R-507/ R-134a/ R-407A/ R-407C/
ZB57KCE 7.5 POE
R-407F/ R-448A/ R-449A/ R-513A

See Emerson Climate Technologies Form 93-11 for a complete list of all Emerson approved lubricants.

Table 2 - Charge Limitations

Model Family Chrg. Lmts
ZB10,11,13,14KCE 6 lbs
ZB15,19, 21, 26, 29, 30, 38, 45, 48, 57KC/E 10 lbs

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Table 3 - Crankcase Heater

Model Part No. Volts Watts Length
018-0052-00
ZB10,11, 13, 14 120 40 21”
918-0041-01
018-0052-01
ZB10,11, 13, 14 240 40 21”
918-0041-00
ZB15, 19, 21, 26, 29, 30, 018-0057-04
240 70 48”
38, 45, 48, 57 918-0043-00
ZB15, 19, 21, 26, 29, 30, 018-0057-05
480 70 48”
38, 45, 48, 57 918-0043-01
ZB15, 19, 21, 26, 29, 30, 018-0057-06
575 70 48”
38, 45, 48, 57 918-0043-02
ZB15, 19, 21, 26, 29, 30, 018-0057-07
120 70 48”
38, 45, 48, 57 918-0043-07

Table 4 - Conduit Ready Heater Terminal Box Kits

Model Number Kit Number
ZB10-ZB14 N/A
ZB15-ZB29 998-7026-00
ZB30-ZB57 998-7024-00

Table 5 - Discharge Thermostat Line Kits

Conduit Lead Alarm Discharge Line
Kit Number
Connector Contact Diameter
998-0540-00 No No ½”
998-0548-00 No Yes ½”
998-7022-02 Yes No ½”
998-7022-04 Yes No 5/8”
998-7022-07
Yes No ¾”
ZB48 & ZF25 only

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Table 6 - Pressure Control Settings

Control R-407A/R-407F/
Model R-404A/R-507 R-134a / R-513A R-22 R-407C
Type R-448A/R-449A
ZB10/11/ Low 17 PSIG min.
N/A N/A N/A N/A
13/14KCE High 450 PSIG max.
Low 17 PSIG min. 4 PSIG min. 37 PSIG min. 8.5 PSIG min. 6.5 PSIG min.
ZB*KC*
High 450 PSIG max. 263 PSIG max. 382 PSIG max. 428 PSIG max. 402 PSIG max.

Table 7 - Check-Valve Type

Model Number Check Valve Type
ZB10KCE Standard Disc
ZB11KCE Standard Disc
ZB13KCE Standard Disc
ZB14KCE Standard Disc
ZB15KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB19KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB21KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB26KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB29KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB30KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB38KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB42KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB45KC/E Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB48KCE Spring Loaded Low-Leak
ZB57KCE Spring Loaded Low-Leak

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Table 8 - Recommended Oil Charges by Model Family

Model Family Initial Recharge
ZB10KCE 25 22
ZB11, 13, 14KCE 25 21
ZB15KC/E 44 40
ZB19, 21, 26, 29KC/E 49 45
ZB30KC/E 64 60
ZB38KC/E 64 60
ZB45KC/E 64 60
ZB48KCE 60 56
ZB57KCE 64 60

Note: The oil level of refrigeration scroll

compressors should be adjusted to the mid-point
of the sightglass during normal operation.

Flow Control Adapter Compressor

Figure
Adapter Kit # Description Compatibility

Compressor
Type
3/4"-NPTF
Copeland
065668 Adapter Kit
Scroll 1.5 -
OM ACA
9 HP ZF, ZS,
ZB

Compressor
1 1/4" -12UNF Type
Rotalock Copeland
066650 Scroll
Adapter Kit
OM ACF 1.5 - 9 HP
ZF, ZS, ZB

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regarding the products or services described herein or their use or applicability. Emerson Climate Technologies, Inc. and/or its affiliates (collectively
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