Trane PTAC-SVX01C-EN User Manual

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PTAC-SVX01C-EN
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Maintenance
5.
Reinstall the filter by reattaching 
the hook to the bottom of the 
vent door and replacing the two 
screws, slide the chassis back 
into the wall sleeve, secure it in 
place with six screws and 
reinstall the front cabinet.
Scheduled Maintenance
To achieve top performance and high 
efficiency, a cleaning/ inspection 
schedule must be established for this 
unit. Maintaining this schedule can 
be accomplished by either a local 
maintenance staff or an authorized 
servicer and must follow the 
instructions described in this manual.
If the unit is operated in a dusty 
climate, dust may collect in the 
basepan and clog the condenser 
coil. It is advisable to remove the 
unit from the sleeve and 
thoroughly clean the basepan 
and condenser coil on a periodic 
basis.
Figure 20.
Vent (left side of unit)
Figure 21.
Vent filter removal
Vent door
If the unit is installed ocean side 
or in a corrosive atmosphere, its 
life may be greatly reduced by 
the corrosive environment. 
Under these conditions the unit 
should be removed from the 
sleeve and completely cleaned at 
least four times per year. At that 
time any scratches or blisters on 
the painted surfaces should be 
sanded and repainted.
Refrigeration System 
Service
WARNING 
Ensure Terminal Cover is in 
Place!         
Do not plug in this product or apply 
power to the compressor if the 
compressor terminal cover is 
removed or is not firmly in place. 
Failure to follow these instructions 
could result in a fire that could cause 
death, personal injury, or property 
damage. 
Service operations requiring opening 
of the hermetically sealed 
refrigeration system should be taken 
to a well equipped shop where 
special equipment for evacuating, 
dehydrating, charging and testing is 
available. The following equipment is 
necessary: 
Nitrogen of no more than 0.0012 
grains of moisture.
Vacuum pump capable of 
evacuating to a minimum of 50 
microns. 
Micron gauge to check vacuum
Refrigerant charging cylinder 
accurate to within 1/4 oz.
Electronic leak detector 
Electrical equipment to test  
compressors, capacitors, voltage 
relays, and overload protectors
Voltmeter, ammeter, and 
wattmeter
Silver soldering and brazing 
equipment - Pinch off tools ¼ in 
to 5/8 in
Thermocouple tester
WARNING
Hazardous Pressures!
If a heat source is required to raise 
the tank pressure during removal of 
refrigerant from cylinders, use only 
warm water or heat blankets to raise 
the tank temperature. Do not exceed 
a temperature of 150°F. Do not, under 
any circumstances apply direct flame 
to any portion of the cylinder. Failure 
to follow these safety precautions 
could result in a violent explosion, 
which could result in death or 
serious injury.
CAUTION
Freezing Temperatures!
Do not allow liquid refrigerant to 
contact skin. If it does, treat the 
injury similar to frostbite. Slowly 
warm the affected area with 
lukewarm water and seek immediate 
medical attention. Direct contact 
with liquid refrigerant may cause 
minor or moderate injury.
Dehydrating and Evacuating 
Refrigeration System
A rather popular misconception 
exists that since air conditioners 
normally operate with a refrigerant 
temperature above 32°F, moisture in 
the system is harmless. Nothing 
could be further from the truth. 
Oxygen from moisture plus normal 
compressor and motor heat reacts 
chemically with the refrigerant and 
oil to form corrosive hydrochloric 
and hydrofluoric acids. These acids 
contribute to the break down of 
motor winding insulation and the 
corrosion of compressor working 
parts and cause unnecessary 
compressor failure. 
Sludge, which is a residue of the 
chemical reaction, coats all 
compressor parts, the inside of 
refrigerant tubing, and may even 
restrict refrigerant flow through the 
capillary tube(s).