
Installation
Transporting
An Affinity™ chiller rolls easily on four swivel casters. The brakes must be off on the two
locking casters when moving the unit. Roll the chiller gently to its operating location. The
cushioned casters will help to dampen shock. Lock the casters and lower the leveling feet to
support the units full weight when the unit is in place. If a forklift will be used to carry the chiller,
proceed slowly and carefully to avoid jarring the unit. Insert the forks carefully to prevent
damage to the casters. If the unit will be lifted by crane, use lifting strops and do
not
cinch the
strops
If the chiller will be shipped, protect it from shock and vibration or the warranty will be void. The
chiller must not be transported unless suitably protected. Original factory packaging in good
condition or equivalent is required. Request air-ride trucks when transporting over land.
Thoroughly drain the coolant lines and blow them dry with low pressure compressed air before
shipping or storing.
Placement
Select a level location near the application, free from dripping or spraying moisture and
excessive dust. Keep the coolant lines short to allow the pump to provide maximum pressure
and flow to the application. If the chiller will be placed more than 25 feet from the application,
call Lydall to discuss placement and how it might affect performance.
Electrical Requirements
Connect the chiller to a properly fused disconnect box in compliance with the NEC (National
Electric Code) as well as state and local codes for American usage, or national and local codes
for European usage. Maximum fuse sizes in the disconnect box must not exceed the maximum
ratings specified on the serial tag of the chiller (found on the electrical box near where the
power cord connects). The voltage, phase, and frequency of the power source must also match
the requirements specified on the serial tag.
Note: Affinity™ models that can operate at either 208-230 volts 60 Hertz or 200-220 volts 50
Hertz have been set at the factory for 200-220 volt operation. If the operating voltage will be
greater than 220 volts, a qualified electrician should remove the red wire from the contactor and
replace it with the orange wire taken from the dummy fuse block. Attach the red wire to the
dummy fuse block as shown in the diagram below. See the unit’s serial tag for the correct
voltage range.
Warning:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do NOT remove cover from the
electrical box. It contains exposed high voltage wires. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel. Disconnect power to the chiller before performing any service.