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RT-SVX26K-EN
Pre Start
Test Modes
There are three methods in which the “Test” mode can be
cycled at LTB-Test 1 and LTB-Test 2.
1.
Step Test Mode—This method initiates the different
components of the unit, one at a time, by temporarily
shorting across the two test terminals for two to three
seconds.
For the initial start-up of the unit, this method allows
the technician to cycle a component “On” and have up
to one hour to complete the check.
2. Resistance Test Mode—This method can be used for
start-up providing a decade box for variable resistance
outputs is available. This method initiates the different
components of the unit, one at a time, when a specific
resistance value is placed across the two test
terminals. The unit will remain in the specific test mode
for approximately one hour even though the
resistance is left on the test terminals.
3. Auto Test Mode—This method is not recommended
for start-up due to the short timing between individual
component steps. This method initiates the different
components of the unit, one at a time, when a jumper
is installed across the test terminals. The unit will start
the first test step and change to the next step every
30 seconds. At the end of the test mode, control of the
unit will automatically revert to the applied “System”
control method.
For unit test steps, test modes, and step resistance values
to cycle the various components, refer to
Table 12
.
Verifying Proper Air Flow (Units
with Belt Drive Indoor Fan)
Much of the systems performance and reliability is closely
associated with, and dependent upon having the proper
airflow supplied both to the space that is being
conditioned and across the evaporator coil.
The indoor fan speed is changed by opening or closing the
adjustable motor sheave.
Before starting the SERVICE TEST, set the minimum
position setpoint for the economizer to 0% using the
setpoint potentiometer located on the Economizer Control
(ECA), if applicable.
ReliaTel Control
Using the Service Test Guide in
Table 12
, momentarily
jump across the Test 1 and Test 2 terminals on LTB1 one
time to start the Minimum Ventilation Test.
Once the supply fan has started, check for proper rotation.
The direction of rotation is indicated by an arrow on the fan
housing.
With the fan operating properly, determine the total
system airflow (cfm):
1.
Measure the actual rpm.
2. Measure the amperage at the supply fan contactor and
compare it with the full load amp (FLA) rating stamped
on the motor nameplate.
a. Calculate the theoretical bhp:
b. Using the fan performance tables in the unit Service
Facts, plot the actual rpm (
Step 1
) and the bhp (
Step
2a
) to obtain the operating cfm.
3. If the required cfm is too low, (external static pressure
is high causing motor horsepower output to be below
table value):
a. Relieve supply and/or return duct static.
b. Change indoor fan speed and repeat
Step 1
and
Step 2
.
4. To increase fan rpm, loosen the pulley adjustment set
screw and turn sheave clockwise.
5. To decrease fan rpm, loosen the pulley adjustment set
screw and turn sheave counterclockwise.
6. If the required cfm is too high, (external static pressure
is low causing motor horsepower output to be above
table value), change indoor fan speed and repeat
Step
1
and
Step 2
.
7.
To stop the SERVICE TEST, turn the main power
disconnect switch to the “Off” position or proceed to
the next component start-up procedure. Remove
electro mechanical test mode connections (if
applicable).
Table 12. Service test guide for component operation
TEST
STEP
MODE
Fan Econ
(a)
(a) The exhaust fan will turn on anytime the economizer damper position is
equal
Comp
1
Comp
2
Heat
1
Heat
2
Ohm
1
Fan
On
Minimum
Position
Setpoint
0%
Off
Off
Off
Off
2.2K
Minimum
Ventilation
On
Select-
able
Off
Off
Off
Off
2
Economizer
Test Open
On
Open
Off
Off
Off
Off
3.3K
3
Cool Stage
1
On
Minimum
Position
On
(b)
(b) The condenser fans will operate any time a compressor is “On.”
Off
Off
Off
4.7K
4
(c)
(c) Steps for optional accessories and non-applicable modes in unit will be
skipped.
Cool Stage
2
On Minimum
Position
On
(b)
On
(b)
Off
Off
6.8K
5
(c)
Reheat
On Minimum
On
On Off
Off
33K
6
(c)
Heat Stage
1
On Minimum
Off
Off On
Off
10K
7
(c)
Heat Stage
2
On Minimum
Off
Off On
On
15K
Actual Motor Amps
X Motor HP
Motor Nameplate Amps