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Troubleshooting the TXV
When issues arise that bring the function of the TXV into
question, factors must be looked into before replacement. Inspect
the TXV for signs of damage. This may be from a pinched
equalizer line to a burnt valve. These issues will have an adverse
affect on the operation of the valve. Should the equalizer line be
pinched, the valve will no longer be able to supply the proper
amount of refrigerant to the coil. A burnt valve may have an
effect on the refrigerant charge of the TXV bulb or the seal of the
valve. This may again cause an improper amount of refrigerant
to be metered by the valve or cause the valve head to become
seized.
The TXV bulb location and mounting should also be inspected.
The bulb should be securely mounted on the top half of the
suction line. If the bulb is loose or on the lower half of the line,
the bulb will not properly sense the refrigerant temperature and
will not meter the proper amount of refrigerant. Ensure that the
bulb is also properly insulated, as a lack of insulation will expose
the bulb to conditions well outside those of the coil. This will
cause an overfeed of refrigerant to the system.
Should the installation of the valve be proper, and no damage
is evident, inspect the operation of the valve. If the TXV bulb
is removed and held in ones hand, the valve should react
accordingly. This sudden increase in heat will open the valve.
This will cause a rise in suction pressure and a drop in liquid
pressure. Should nothing happen, the valve is likely seized and
will need to be replaced.
Specifications
RPM-E-50
RPM-E-70
RPM-E-100
Matching Fan Coil
HE-Z/HE/HV - 50 / 51 / 52
LV-50
HE-Z/HE/HV - 70 / 71
LV-70
HE-Z/HE/HV - 100 / 101
LV-120/140
Part Number
20090200050
20090200070
20090200100
Refrigerant Type
R-410A
R-410A
R-410A
TX Cooling MBH
1
18-24
(5.3-7.0 kW)
30-36
(8.8-10.6 kW)
42-60
(12.3-17.6 kW)
Latent Cooling MBH
6.8-8.9
(2.0-2.6 kW)
11.7-13.7
(3.4-4.0 kW)
16.0-22.2
(4.7-6.5 kW)
Fin Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Aluminum
Tubing Material
Copper
Copper
Copper
Type of Fins
.006 Al
.006 Al
.006 Al
Connection Sizes
Liquid Line (Lq)
3/8”
(9.5mm)
3/8”
(9.5mm)
3/8”
(9.5mm)
Suction Line (S)
7/8”
(22.3mm)
7/8”
(22.3mm)
7/8”
(22.3mm)
Drain Connection
3/4”
(19mm)
3/4”
(19mm)
3/4”
(19mm)
TXV with Built in Check Valve & Bypass
Yes
Yes
Yes
Site Glass
Yes
Yes
Yes
Access Ports
Yes
Yes
Yes
Freeze Stat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs)
48
(22kg)
59
(27kg)
74
(34kg)
Module Size (L x W x H)
19
1⁄4
” x 14
5⁄8
” x 18
1⁄2
”
(489mm x 371mm x 470mm)
24
1⁄4
” x 14
5⁄8
” x 18
1⁄2
”
(616mm x 371mm x 470mm)
32” x 14
5⁄8
” x 18
1⁄2
”
(813mm x 371mm x 470mm)
Tons
2
1.5 - 2.0
(5.3 - 7.0 Kw)
2.5 - 3.0
(8.8 - 10.6 Kw)
3.5 - 5.0
(12.3 - 17.6 Kw)
1) Smaller condensers may be matched to the fan coil when needed (match TXV to condenser size)
MBH = Thousand British Thermal Units per Hour
TX = Thermal Expansion
TXV = Thermal Expansion Valve
2) Minimum of 8 full 2” (51mm) outlets per ton of cooling needed (4 outlets for HE)
and outdoor unit, on and off. This often takes the form of very
short and frequent on cycles. There are many factors that may
contribute to short cycling of the refrigerant system. These issues
can generally be broken down between airflow related issues,
refrigerant issues, and installation issues.
Low airflow rates are one of the most common causes of short
cycling. As the airflow rate is lowered across the cooling coil,
the coil pressure drops along with it. This lowers the temperature
of the coil and may cause the freeze-stat to trip. As the system
settles, the freeze-stat closes and the cycle begins again, as the
unit does not run long enough for the space to become adequately
conditioned. Ensure that the proper amount of airflow is provided
to the coil. Check for proper air flows and return air practices.
Improperly charged systems run the risk of short cycling as
well. An undercharged system will react much the same as a
system with low airflow. If the charge is low enough, it may trip
out on low pressure. If a system is overcharged, it may trip out on
high head pressure. Ensure that the system charge is within the
bounds described in section “Piping the RPM-E”.
System set-up and installation should be checked as well.
Piping practices should be within the bounds described in section
“Piping the RPM-E” and within the realms of the outdoor unit
manufacturer. Extreme and often unnecessary adjustment of the
TXV can create conditions similar to an undercharged coil. A
poorly placed T-stat, such as underneath a vent, can cause short
cycling. This happens due to the T-stat being satisfied very
shortly after the unit has begun to operate.
Module RPM
Refrigerant Module Installation (RPM-E) (5/5)
Short Cycling
Short cycling is the unnecessary running of the indoor
Module RPM Refrigerant Module Installation (RPM-E) (5/5)
