Carrier 52S manual Most Frequent Ptac Service Questions

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52S

SERIES

MOST FREQUENT PTAC SERVICE QUESTIONS

1.

Can remote thermostats be used on standard (AA)

No, only for use on remote control (RC) models.

 

models?

 

2.

Which remote thermostats are acceptable for use on

HH01AD045 Ð Manual changeover thermostat

 

52S products?

TSTATCCPAC01 Ð Programmable AC thermostat

 

 

TSTATCCPHP01 Ð Programmable HP thermostat

3.

How many 52S series units can be controlled by one

Only 2.

 

remote thermostat?

 

4.

What is the vent capacity of the 52S products?

35 cfm (standalone). Capacity can be increased

 

 

with the use of an external exhaust fan.

5.

How do the 52S series models handle condensate

By using a slinger ring to evaporate the water on

 

removal?

the outdoor coil, and by using an optional acces-

 

 

sory drain kit.

6.

At what temperature will the outdoor (defrost)

15 F coil temperature/approx 35 F ambient

 

thermostat switch the unit (heat pumps only) into

(approx 40 to 45 F ambient for 1999 models).

 

defrost (emergency heat) mode?

 

7.

Can the PTAC unit be con®gured to allow continuous

Yes. A switch located on the side of the control

 

fan operation?

box is used to toggle between continuous or cycle

 

 

fan mode.

8.

Can the discharge air grille be changed to alter the

Yes. Remove the 2 screws and ¯ip the grille over

 

direction of the air¯ow?

180 degrees.

9.How does the Emergency Management (EM) accessory In series with the 24-volt control circuit (trans-

kit work?

former is ®eld-supplied) it disconnects the power

 

at the front desk during unoccupied periods. The

 

unit will be energized in emergency heat mode,

 

provided the push button switch is selected for

 

heating, if the room temperature drops below

 

55° F to prevent freezing.

10. When must the accessory subbase be used?

When the wall sleeve is more than 4 in. inside

 

the room. The subbase can be adjusted to a maxi-

 

mum height of 51¤2 inches.

11. How does the PTAC unit prevent condensate water

A temperature-activated drain opens when the

from freezing in the basepan?

temperature drops below 45 F, draining the

 

water into the sleeve to prevent freezing.

12. What does the outdoor thermostat switch do?

The toggle switch, located on the side of the con-

 

trol box, prevents the compressor from energizing

 

in heating mode during subfreezing conditions to

 

ensure adequate heating capacity. The switch

 

must be returned to the ``heat pump'' position for

 

compressor operation during cooling modes.

Copyright 1999 Carrier Corporation

Manufacturer reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, speci®cations or designs without notice and without incurring obligations.

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Contents Service Technician Guide ContentsIntroduction Summary of DANGERS, WARNINGS, and CautionsModel Number Nomenclature General Disassembly To Disconnect Power for CORD- Connected UnitTo Open the Control BOX To Remove the Unit from the Wall SleeveDuct Extension Screws To Access INDOOR-AIR Section Components Removing the AIR BaffleTo Remove the AIR Discharge Grille To Remove the TOP Cover Ð Remove the screwTo Remove the Gusset To Access OUTDOOR-AIR Section ComponentsTo Remove the Discharge Deck Removing Stator General Cleaning Cleaning and SafetyComponent Cleaning Schedule Consider the following safety issues before beginningMonthly Cleaning Cleaning the Indoor AIR Filter Ð RemoveReplacing the Indoor AIR Filter Ð Access Tools NeededChassis Cleaning the Vent AIR FilterReplacing the Vent AIR Filter Disconnect ALL Power to Unit Seasonal CleaningAccessing the Indoor and Outdoor Cleaning the Indoor and Outdoor Coils Accessing the Indoor FAN and IndoorCoils section Section Components onCleaning the Heater Assembly Ð Once Cleaning the Indoor FAN and FANDisconnect ALL Power to the Unit Compressor Rotary Compressor ComponentsCompressor Troubleshooting Basic Hermetic Compressor Electrical MeasurementsBasic Compressor Troubleshooting Guide Compressor Replacement SHORTED/OPEN Windings TestDisconnect all power to unit Removing the Compressor Ð Follow the stepsInstalled Filter Drier Refrigerant Charging Ð Every mechanicalHeater Removal HeatersCommon Causes Heater Failure Removing Heater Screws Operating Controls Typical 52S Unit Operating ControlsDescription of Switch Settings NON-USER Adjustable SwitchesHigh Heat or High Cool Ð Push button Outside or Vent AIR Ð Push the FAN onlySequence of Operation HEAT/COOL Units FigureCooling only Units Figure Heat Pump Units FigureIndoor Thermostat Heat Pump Units Component Operation and TroubleshootingTools Needed Indoor Thermostat IT CONTACTS, ALL 52SQ AA and CP Models Outdoor Frost Thermostat Heat Pump UnitsLocked OUT Capacitor TestElectrical Components Removal and Replacement Outdoor Frost Thermostat ScrewsComponent Locations Open Control BOX Basic FAN Motor Electrical Tests FAN Motor TroubleshootingFAN Motor FAN Motor Troubleshooting Chart Typical 208/230 Volt Motors Typical 265 Volt MotorsFAN Motor Replacement RemovalField Temperature Charts 52S Series Page 52S Series Page 52S Series Page 52S Series Page 52S Series Page 52S Series Page 52S Series Page 52S Series Wiring Schematics Wiring Schematic 52SC Ð 208/230 V and 265 V AA and CP UnitsWiring Schematic 52SE Ð 208/230 V and 265 V AA and CP Units Wiring Schematic 52SE Ð 208/230 V and 265 V RC Units Wiring Schematic 52SQ Ð 208/230 V and 265 V AA and CP Units Wiring Schematic 52SQ Ð 208/230 V and 265 V RC Units Most Frequent Ptac Service Questions