Thermo Pride DryR22 (LX-13) User Manual

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SECTION V: TXV INSTALLATIONS

The following are the basic steps for installation. For detailed instruc-

tions, refer to the Installation Instructions accompanying the TXV kit.

Install TXV kit as follows:
1.

Relieve the holding charge by pulling off the rubber cap plug on

the suction manifold line of the coil.

After holding charge is completely discharged, loosen and remove

the schraeder cap seal.

Loosen and remove distributor cap seal.

Install the thermal expansion valve to the orifice distributor assem-

bly with supplied fittings. Hand tighten and turn an additional 1/4

turn to seal. Do not overtighten fittings.

Install the liquid line to the top of the thermal expansion valve with

fitting supplied with the liquid line. Hand modify the liquid line to

align with casing opening. Hand tighten the liquid line and an addi-

tional 1/4 turn to seal.

Install the TXV equalizer line into the vapor line as follows:
a.

Hand tighten the 1/4” SAE nut to the schraeder fitting and an

additional 1/3 turn to seal.

Install the TXV bulb to the vapor line near the equalizer line, using

the bulb clamp(s) furnished with the TXV assembly. Ensure the

bulb is making maximum contact.
a.

Bulb should be installed on a horizontal run of the vapor line if

possible. The bulb should be installed on top of the line.

If bulb installation is made on a vertical run, the bulb should

be located at least 16 inches from any bend, and on the tub-

ing sides opposite the plane of the bend. The bulb should be

positioned with the bulb tail at the top, so that the bulb acts as

a reservoir.

Bulb should be insulated using thermal insulation provided to

protect it from the effect of the surrounding ambient tempera-

ture. Cover completely to insulate from air-stream.

SECTION VI: EVACUATION

It will be necessary to evacuate the system to 500 microns or less. If a

leak is suspected, leak test with dry nitrogen to locate the leak. Repair

the leak and test again.
To verify that the system has no leaks, simply close the valve to the vac-

uum pump suction to isolate the pump and hold the system under vac-

uum. Watch the micron gauge for a few minutes. If the micron gauge

indicates a steady and continuous rise, it’s an indication of a leak. If the

gauge shows a rise, then levels off after a few minutes and remains

fairly constant, it’s an indication that the system is leak free but still con-

tains moisture and may require further evacuation if the reading is

above 500 microns.

SECTION VII: SYSTEM CHARGE

See tabular data sheet provided in unit literature packet for charge

requirements. These units have been shipped from factory with a nitro-

gen holding charge.

The “TOTAL SYSTEM CHARGE” must be permanently stamped on the

unit data plate.
Total system charge is determined as follows:
1.

Determine initial unit charge from tabular data sheet.

Calculate the line charge using the tabular data sheet if line length

is greater than 15 feet.

Total system charge = item 1 + item 2.

Permanently stamp the unit data plate with the total amount of

refrigerant in the system.

Use the following charging method whenever additional refrigerant is

required for the system charge.

If a calibrated charging cylinder or accurate weighing device is avail-

able, add refrigerant accordingly. Otherwise, model-specific charging

charts are provided on the access panel of the unit.

FIGURE 5: Orifice Installation

When using a TXV, models 18-48 require a hard start kit.

In all cases, mount the TXV bulb after vapor line is brazed and has
had sufficient time to cool.

Schrader valve core MUST NOT be installed with TXV installation.
Poor system performance or system failure could result.

LIQUID LINE
SWIVEL COUPLING
(This fitting is a right-hand thread,
turn counter-clockwise to remove)

ORIFICE

DISTRIBUTOR

This unit does not contain any refrigerant. It contains a nitrogen hold-
ing charge. Operating this unit with the nitrogen holding charge will
damage the compressor.

Do not leave the system open to the atmosphere.

DO NOT attempt to pump “Total System Charge” into outdoor unit for
maintenance, service, etc. This may cause damage to the compres-
sor and/or other components. the outdoor unit only has enough vol-
ume for the factory charge, not the “Total System Charge”.

Refrigerant charging should only be carried out by a qualified air con-
ditioning contractor.

Compressor damage will occur if system is improperly charged. On
new system installations, charge system per tabular data sheet for
the matched coil and follow guidelines in this instruction.