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TK 56701-1-IM-EN
Refrigeration Tubing Connections
S-2 or S-3 Installations
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Connections at Condensing Unit
Refer to the illustrations on the following pages.
The following installation standards must be followed:
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Thermo King requires the use of bulk rolled refrigeration tubing and tube benders to reduce fittings and solder
joints where applicable . It is also required that the use of nitrogen or another inert gas be used to purge the tubes
before soldering. This prevents oxidation and formation of scale inside tubes.
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Clean all tubes and fittings prior to installation and soldering.
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Discard O-rings that come with the condensing unit. Oil and install new O-rings supplied in kit.
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Clean all threads on ORS fittings prior to installation.
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Each zone needs to have a separate suction line with a check valve installed as close as possible to condensing unit.
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When tightening ORS tubing connections, always use a backup wrench to hold the backside of the ORS fitting to
prevent the refrigeration tube from twisting.
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Torque ORS fittings on the condenser as shown in the table below.
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Insulation should be added to all segments of suction and hot gas tubes.
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Secure all tubing every 609.6 mm (24.00 in.) with provided clamps.
Specifications for ORS Fittings
Tube
Size
Thread
Torque
O-Ring Gaskets
P/N
Liquid
3/8 in.
11/16–16
16–17 ft-lb
331015
Hot Gas
1/2 in.
13/16–16
32–35 ft-lb
330566
Suction
1–1/8 in.
1-11/16 –12
93–102 ft-lb
331777
