Sterling A0544325 User Manual
SMC Series Chillers
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General Information
1-1 Introduction
SMC Series Water Chillers are reliable, accurate, and easy-to-use air cooled chillers designed for
use with water/glycol. Standard range of operation is 30
use with water/glycol. Standard range of operation is 30
°F (-1°C) to 65°F (18°C). A crankcase
pressure regulating valve option is available for processes requiring a leaving water temperature
of up to 75°F (24°C). SMC models are available in ½ hp (373 W), 1 hp (746 W), and 1½ hp
(1,118 W) models and have an internal six gallon (23 liter) reservoir. All models are self
contained, fully assembled, and shipped ready to use.
of up to 75°F (24°C). SMC models are available in ½ hp (373 W), 1 hp (746 W), and 1½ hp
(1,118 W) models and have an internal six gallon (23 liter) reservoir. All models are self
contained, fully assembled, and shipped ready to use.
A properly installed, operated, and maintained SMC Series Chiller will provide many years of
reliable operation. To get the most satisfaction from your new chiller, read and follow the
instructions in this manual.
reliable operation. To get the most satisfaction from your new chiller, read and follow the
instructions in this manual.
1-2 Necessary Documents
The following documents are necessary for the operation, installation and maintenance SMC
Series Chillers. Additional copies are available from Sterlco. Familiarize the appropriate
personnel with these documents:
Series Chillers. Additional copies are available from Sterlco. Familiarize the appropriate
personnel with these documents:
;
This manual.
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The electrical schematic and connection diagram mounted inside the control enclosure.
Typical schematics for general reference are provided in Figures 14 and 15 on Pages 32 and
33.
33.
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The operation and installation manuals for installed accessories and options.
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The Customer Parts List included in the information packet.
1-3 Models Covered
This manual provides operation, installation, and maintenance instructions for SMC Series
Chillers. Model numbers are on the serial tag. Please know the model number, serial number and
operating voltage of your chiller if you need to contact Sterlco.
Chillers. Model numbers are on the serial tag. Please know the model number, serial number and
operating voltage of your chiller if you need to contact Sterlco.
SMC Series Chiller models are designated by approximate compressor horsepower. A SMC050
chiller has a ½ hp (373 W) compressor, a SMC100 chiller has a 1 hp (746 W) compressor, and a
SMC150 chiller has a 1½ hp (1,118 W) compressor.
chiller has a ½ hp (373 W) compressor, a SMC100 chiller has a 1 hp (746 W) compressor, and a
SMC150 chiller has a 1½ hp (1,118 W) compressor.