Fill the gear drive to the recommended oil level with heated Shell VSI grade 68 oil or its equivalent, heated between 110 and 120 F (43 and 49 C). Do not over®ll. Immediately close the openings to keep the vapors in the housing.

Inspect the unit every 30 days and spray or add rust in- hibitor suitable for anticipated storage conditions, as required.

Drain and replace the oil with the recommended oil type prior to start-up.

·Remove the breather and replace it with a pipe plug. Pack the entire seal area with grease to form a vapor barrier and seal it with tape.

A vapor-phase rust inhibitor, such as Daubert Chemical, Non-Rust Motorstor VCi-10 or its equivalent, may be added to the recommended oil type in the amount of 2% of the total sump capacity. Fill the unit to the recommended level. Do not over®ll.

Inspect the unit every 30 days and spray or add rust in- hibitor suitable for anticipated storage conditions, as required.

The unit may run without changing this oil mixture.

EXTENDED DOWNTIME Ð Consider the length of down- time the unit will undergo. The lubricating oil used in the unit should protect the interior parts for up to 30 days of shutdown. If the unit will be shut down longer than 30 days, it must be operated a minimum of 30 minutes every 30 days to distribute the lubricant to all interior parts.

If it is impractical to operate the unit every 30 days, the long-term storage instructions described above must be fol- lowed. All seals applied for this storage condition must be removed before operating the unit.

Compressor Bearing Maintenance Ð The key to good bearing maintenance is proper lubrication. Use the proper grade of oil, maintained at recommended level, temperature, and pressure. Inspect the lubrication system regularly and thoroughly.

Only a trained service technician should remove and examine the bearings. The bearings should be examined on a scheduled basis for signs of wear. The frequency of ex- amination is determined by the hours of chiller operation, load conditions during operation, and the condition of the oil and the lubrication system. Excessive bearing wear can sometimes be detected through increased vibration or in- creased bearing temperature. If either symptom appears, con- tact an experienced and responsible service organization for assistance.

External Gear Maintenance Ð Perform the re- quired maintenance and recommended intervals. Good pre- ventive maintenance prolongs the life of the unit.

Daily

·Inspect for leaks and loose connections.

·Check the oil level.

·Check the oil temperature and pressure.

·Check for unusual noise and/or vibration.

Weekly Ð Check the oil ®lter.

Monthly

·Obtain oil sample analysis.

·Clean or replace oil ®lters.

·Check the foundation mounting bolts for tightness.

·Clean the air ®lter.

·Check the operation of all auxiliary equipment.

Semi-Annually

·Check gear tooth wear.

·Check the oil and replace it if necessary.

·Check the coupling alignment.

Annually

·Check the heat exchanger for corrosion and clogged tubes.

·Check the bearing clearance and end play.

Disassembly and Assembly Instructions Ð The following in- structions apply to standard high speed gear units.

·Required Equipment: In addition to standard mechanic's

tools, have the following equipment on hand: hoist, sling, torque wrench, feeler gages, and dial indicator.

·General Instructions: Clean external surfaces of the gear unit before removing the cover to prevent contaminants from falling into it. Record the mounting dimensions and the location of accessories for reference when reassem- bling. To remove the gear from its operating area, discon- nect all connected equipment and lift the gear from its foundation using 4 lifting lugs.

Inspect the Heat Exchanger Tubes

COOLER Ð Inspect and clean the cooler tubes at the end of the ®rst operating season. Because these tubes have internal ridges, a rotary-type tube cleaning system is necessary to fully clean the tubes. Upon inspection, the tube condition deter- mines the scheduled frequency for cleaning and indicates whether water treatment is adequate in the chilled water/ brine circuit. Inspect the entering and leaving chilled water temperature sensors for signs of slime, corrosion, or scale. Replace the sensor if corroded or remove any scale if found.

CONDENSER Ð Since this water circuit is usually an open- type system, the tubes may be subject to contamination and scale. Clean the condenser tubes with a rotary tube cleaning system at least once per year and more often if the water is contaminated. Inspect the entering and leaving condenser wa- ter sensors for signs of slime, corrosion, or scale. Replace the sensor if corroded or remove any scale if found.

Higher than normal condenser pressures, together with the inability to reach full refrigeration load, usually indicate dirty tubes or air in the chiller. If the refrigeration log indicates a rise above normal condenser pressures, check the condenser refrigerant temperature against the leaving condenser water temperature. If this reading is more than what the design dif- ference is supposed to be, then the condenser tubes may be dirty, or water ¯ow may be incorrect. Because HFC 134a is a high-pressure refrigerant, air usually does not enter the chiller; rather, the refrigerant leaks out.

During the tube cleaning process, use brushes especially designed to avoid scraping and scratching the tube wall. Con- tact your Carrier representative to obtain these brushes. Do not use wire brushes.

Hard scale may require chemical treatment for its pre- vention or removal. Consult a water treatment specialist for proper treatment.

Water Leaks Ð Water in the refrigerant is indicated dur- ing chiller operation by the refrigerant moisture indicator on the refrigerant motor cooling line. Water leaks should be re- paired immediately.

The chiller must be dehydrated after repair of water leaks. See Chiller Dehydration section, page 49.

Water Treatment Ð Untreated or improperly treated wa- ter may result in corrosion, scaling, erosion, or algae. The services of a quali®ed water treatment specialist should be obtained to develop and monitor a treatment program.

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Carrier 17EX specifications Inspect the Heat Exchanger Tubes

17EX specifications

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