York YK M3 M3 G4 THRU YK S6 S4 J2, YK LB LB G4 THRU YK SE SC J4 operation manual Megging The Motor

Models: YK M3 M3 G4 THRU YK S6 S4 J2, YK LB LB G4 THRU YK SE SC J4 YK M3 M3 G4

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HANDLING REFRIGERANT FOR

FORM 160.49-O2

HANDLING REFRIGERANT FOR

DISMANTLING AND REPAIRS

If it becomes necessary to open any part of the refriger- ant system for repairs, it will be necessary to remove the charge before opening any part of the unit.

MEGGING THE MOTOR

While the main disconnect switch and compressor motor starter are open, meg the motor as follows:

1.Using a megohm meter (megger), meg between phases and each phase to ground (see Fig. 23); these readings are to be interpreted using the graph shown in Fig. 24.

2.If readings fall below shaded area, remove external leads from motor and repeat test.

NOTE: Motor is to be megged with the starter at ambient temperature after 24 hours of idle standby.

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FIG. 23 – DIAGRAM, MEGGING MOTOR WINDINGS

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York YK M3 M3 G4 THRU YK S6 S4 J2, YK LB LB G4 THRU YK SE SC J4 Handling Refrigerant For Dismantling And Repairs

FAQ

When is it necessary to remove the charge before opening any part of the unit?

It is necessary to remove the charge before opening any part of the unit when it becomes necessary to open any part of the refrigerant system for repairs.

How should I meg the motor of the heat pump?

While the main disconnect switch and compressor motor starter are open, meg the motor using a megohm meter megger between phases and each phase to ground as illustrated in Fig. 23.

What is the ideal condition for megging the motor?

The motor is to be megged with the starter at ambient temperature after 24 hours of idle standby.