Step 2 — start--up adjustments, Checking and adjusting refrigerant charge, 50j z -- a – Carrier 50JZ-A User Manual

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5. Charge unit with Puron (R--410A) refrigerant, using an

electronic scale. Refer to unit rating plate for required

charge.

Step 2 — Start--Up Adjustments

Complete the required procedures given in the Pre--Start--Up

section before starting the unit. Do not jumper any safety devices
when operating the unit. Do not operate the unit in Cooling mode

when the outdoor temperature is below 40_F (4_C) (unless
accessory low--ambient kit is installed).
IMPORTANT: Three--phase, scroll compressors are direction
oriented. Unit must be checked to ensure proper compressor
3--phase power lead orientation. If not corrected within 5 minutes,
the internal protector will shut off the compressor. The 3--phase
power leads to the unit must be reversed to correct rotation. When
turning backwards, the difference between compressor suction and
discharge pressures may be minimal

Checking and Adjusting Refrigerant Charge

The refrigerant system is fully charged with Puron (R--410A)

refrigerant and is tested and factory sealed.
NOTE:

Adjustment of the refrigerant charge is not required

unless the unit is suspected of not having the proper Puron
(R--410A) charge.
A superheat charging chart is attached to the inside of the
compressor access panel (see Fig. 18). The chart includes the

required suction line temperature at given suction line pressures
and outdoor ambient temperatures.

An accurate thermocouple-- or thermistor--type thermometer, and a
gauge manifold are required when using the superheat charging

method for evaluating the unit charge. Do not use mercury or small
dial--type thermometers because they are not adequate for this type

of measurement.
NOTE: Allow system to operate for a minimum of 15 minutes
before checking or adjusting refrigerant charge.
IMPORTANT:

When evaluating the refrigerant charge, an

indicated adjustment to the specified factory charge must always be
very minimal. If a substantial adjustment is indicated, an abnormal
condition exists somewhere in the cooling system, such as
insufficient airflow across either coil or both coils.
Proceed as follows:

1. Remove cap from low pressure service fitting.

2. Using hoses with valve core depressors, attach low pressure

gauge hose to low pressure service fitting.

3. Start the unit in cooling mode and let run until system

pressures stabilize.

4. Measure and record the following:

a. Outdoor ambient--air temperature (°C) db.

b. Evaporator inlet--air temperature (°C) wb.

c. Suction--tube temperature (°C) at low--side service

fitting.

d. Suction (low--side) pressure (kPA).

5. Using “Cooling Charging Tables” compare outdoor--air

temperature (°C) db with the entering evaporator air temper-

ature (°C) wb to determine desired superheat temperature.

(See Fig. 16).

COMPRESSOR

ACCUMULATOR

OUTDOOR COIL

INDOOR COIL

LCS

LEGEND

HPS – High Pressure Switch

LCS – Loss of Charge Switch

Accurater

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Metering De vice

Arrow indicates direction of flo

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TXV in Metering

Position

Bypass

Position

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Fig. 14 -- Typical Heat Pump Operation, Cooling Mode

COMPRESSOR

ACCUMULATOR

OUTDOOR COIL

INDOOR COIL

LCS

LEGEND

HPS – High Pressure Switch

LCS – Loss of Charge Switch

Accurater

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Metering De vice

Arrow indicates direction of flo

w

Position

HP S

TXV in Bypass

Metering
Position

C03012

Fig. 15 -- Typical Heat Pump Operation, Heating Mode

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