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Troubleshooting
The in and outs of R-410A
R-410A is a non-ozone depleting blend of two
refrigerants - HFC-125 and HFC-32 in a fifty percent
mixture . R-410A exhibits higher operating pressure and
refrigeration capacity than R-22 . R-410A is intended
for use in new air conditioning applications that have
traditionally been used HCFC-22 (R-22) . Due to higher
capacity and pressure of R-410A, it must not be used in
existing R-22 systems .
Although R-410A is non-flammable at ambient
temperature and atmospheric pressure, it can become
combustible under pressure when mixed with air .
Note: R-410A should not be mixed with air under
pressure for leak testing. Pressure mixtures of dry
nitrogen and R-410A can be used for leak testing.
Lubrication
R-410A should be used only with polyester (POE)
oil . The HFC refrigerant components in R-410A will
not be compatible with mineral oil or alkylbenzene
lubricants . R-410A systems will be charged with the
OEM recommended lubricant, ready for use with R-
410A .
Charging
Due to the zeotropic nature of R- 410A, it should
be charged as a liquid . In situations where vapor is
normally charged into a system, a valve should be
installed in the charging line to flash the liquid to vapor
while charging .
Make certain that the recycle or recovery equipment
used is designed for R-410A . The pressure of R-410A
refrigerant is approximately 60 percent greater than
that of R-22 . Pressure gauges require a range up to
800 PSIG high side and 250 PSIG low side . Recovery
cylinders require a 400 PSIG rating – do not put R-
410A in a 300 PSIG rated cylinder .
Note: Because a water source heat pump operates
under a wide range of water and air temperatures, the
values printed below are to be taken as suggested
pressure and temperatures. All McQuay water
source heat pumps are designed for commercial
use. The units are designed for the cooling
mode of operation and fail safe to cooling. The
reversing valve is energized for the heating mode of
operation
.
Superheat
Head Pressure
Water Delta T
8 to 14 degrees
335-355 PSIG
10° to 14°
All information above is based on ISO standard
13256-1 and tested at these conditions.
General Maintenance
1 . Normal maintenance on all units is generally
limited to filter changes. Units are provided with
permanently lubricated motors and require no oiling
even though oil caps may be provided .
2 . Filter changes are required at regular intervals . The
time period between changes will depend upon
the project requirements . Some applications such
as motels produce a lot of lint from carpeting and
linen changes, and will require more frequent filter
changes. Check filters at 60-day intervals for the first
year until experience is acquired . If light cannot be
seen through the filter when held up to sunlight or
a bright light, it should be changed . A more critical
standard may be desirable .
3 . The condensate drain pan should be checked
annually and cleaned and flushed as required.
4 . Record performance measurements of volts, amps,
and water temperature differences (both heating and
cooling) . A comparison of logged data with start-up
and other annual data is useful as an indicator of
general equipment condition .
5 . Periodic lockouts almost always are caused by air or
water problems . The lockout (shutdown) of the unit
is a normal protective result . Check for dirt in the
water system, water flow rates, water temperatures,
airflow rates (may be a dirty filter), and air
temperatures . If the lockout occurs in the morning
following a return from night setback, entering air
below machine limits may be the cause .
Recycle/recovery equipment must be designated for R-
410A. R-410A pressure is greater than R-22. Improper
equipment can cause severe injury or death.
WARNING
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