3 starting up fss series chillers – AEC FSS Series 1.5- 10 HP Fountain Solution Systems User Manual
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FSS Series Fountain Solution Systems
IAE-600
Scroll compressors are directionally dependent, i.e., they will
only compress in one rotational direction. See Section 3-8 on
Page 36 for more information.
The crankcase heater (if supplied) is automatically energized
when the main power is applied. It should be
ON
for at least 24
hours before startup to force dissolved refrigerant from the
compressor oil.
;
Check your work and proceed to Section 6-3 below.
Important!
Reverse compressor operation will result in an elevated sound level, as well as
substantially reduced current draw compared to tabulated values.
After several minutes of operation, the compressor internal protector will trip.
6-3 Starting Up FSS Series Chillers
1. Turn
ON
the chiller and put it under a process load.
2. Set the controller for the To Process temperature you want, using
the
Up Arrow
button or the
Down Arrow
button
located on the face of the controller.
3. Adjust the Low thermostat, located in the electrical enclosure, to
8°F (4.4ºC) below the To Process temperature you want. The
High/Low thermostat is factory-set at 42ºF (6ºC). See Section 8-1
on Page 64 for information on resetting the High/Low thermostat.
4. Check the pump amp draw and pump pressure. Make sure that the
amp draw reading is within the running load and service factor amps.
5. Operate the chiller, looking for any leaks and listening for unusual
noises or vibrations that could indicate improper operation.