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INTERNAL SOLENOID (L34)
The internal unloader solenoid controls the two−stage op-
eration of the compressor by shifting a slide ring mecha-
nism to open two by−pass ports in the first compression
pocket of the scrolls in the compressor. The internal sole-
noid is activated by a
24 volt direct current solenoid co
i
l.
The coil power requires 20VAC. The internal wires from the
solenoid in the compressor are routed to a 2 pin fusite con-
nection on the side of the compressor shell. The external
electrical connection is made to the compressor with a
molded plug assembly. This plug contains a full wave recti-
fier that converts 24 volt AC into 24 volt DC power to power
the unloader solenoid. Refer to unit diagram for internal cir-
cuitry view of plug.
If it is suspect the unloader is not operating properly, check
the following
IMPORTANT
This performance check is ONLY valid on systems
that have clean indoor and outdoor coils, proper air-
flow over coils, and correct system refrigerant
charge. All components in the system must be func-
tioning proper to correctly perform compressor
modulation operational check. (Accurate measure-
ments are critical to this test as indoor system load-
ing and outdoor ambient can affect variations be-
tween low and high capacity readings).
STEP 1 Confirm low to high capacity compressor
operation
Tools required
Refrigeration gauge set
Digital volt/amp meter
Electronic temperature thermometer
On-off toggle switch
Procedure
1. Turn main power "OFF" to outdoor unit.
2. Adjust room thermostat set point above (heating op-
eration on heat pump) or below (cooling operation) the
room temperature 5ºF.
3. Remove control access panel. Install refrigeration
gauges on unit. Attach the amp meter to the common
(black wire) wire of the compressor harness. Attach
thermometer to discharge line as close as possible to
the compressor.
4. Turn toggle switch "OFF" and install switch in series
with Y2 wire from room thermostat.
5. Cycle main power "ON."
6. Allow pressures and temperatures to stabilize be-
fore taking any measured reading (may take up to 10
minutes).
NOTE − Block outdoor coil to maintain a minimum of 375
psig during testing).
7. Record all of the readings for the Y1 demand on
table 1.
8. Close switch to energize Y2 demand.
9. Allow pressures and temperatures to stabilize be-
fore taking any measured reading (this may take up to
10 minutes).
10. Record all of the readings of Y2 demand on table
1.
NOTE − On new installations or installations that have
shut down for an extended period of time, if the com-
pressor does not cycle from low stage to high stage on
the first attempt, it may be necessary to recycle the com-
pressor back down to low stage and back up to high
stage a few times in order to get the bypass seals to
properly seat
Compare Y1 readings with Y2 readings in table 1. Some
readings should be higher, lower or the same. If the
readings follow what table 1 specifies, the compressor is
operating and shifting to high capacity as designed. If the
readings do not follow what table 1 specifies, continue to
step 2 to determine if problem is with external solenoid
plug power.
