4 remote air-cooled scw series startup checklist – Sterlco S Series Central Chilling Stations User Manual

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SCW Series Central Chilling Stations

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7. Operate the chiller, looking for leaks and listening for

unusual noises or vibrations that could indicate improper
operation.

5-4 Remote Air-Cooled SCW Series Startup Checklist

; Check the shipping papers against the serial tag to be sure

chiller size, type and voltage is correct for the process.

; Check the transformer primary voltage connections to be sure

they are configured for the electrical power you are using.

; The voltage at the main power connection must read within

plus or minus ten percent (±10%) of the voltage listed on the
serial tag.

; Phase imbalance must be less than two percent (<2%).
; Electrical connections must conform to all applicable codes.
; Complete the chilled water

TO

PROCESS

and

FROM

PROCESS

connections.

; The optional or field installed chilled water supply and return

valves must be open.

; Be sure the tank and chilled water circuit piping are filled with

a water/glycol mixture. The water/glycol mix should provide
freeze protection to 20°F below the leaving water temperature
you’ve selected.

; The air cooled condenser should have an adequate supply of air

for proper operation.

; Connect the main power to the unit and bump-start it to check

for proper rotation direction. If the fans are operating
backwards, reverse any two main power leads at the incoming
terminal block.

; Remove all tools, foreign matter and debris from the pump

tank reservoir and piping.

; Complete all piping leading to and from the pump tank.

Observe all applicable codes.

; Complete all electrical wiring. Observe all applicable codes.
; Prepare all related equipment in the system for operation.
; Check for proper compressor rotation direction. To confirm

proper rotation:

1. Connect a phase meter and phase incoming power ABC.

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