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Comfort-aire RG-51-5 Air Conditioner Service manual
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COMFORT-AIRE RG-51-5 is a room air conditioner with a cooling capacity of 5,000 BTU/h, suitable for use in small to medium-sized rooms. It operates on a single 115V, 60Hz circuit and draws 4.8 amps of current. The unit features a capillary tube refrigerant control system, a turbo inside fan, and a propeller fan with a slinger ring outside fan. It has a 2-way air discharge, allowing for both right and left airflow direction, and a top-down chassis design. For safety, it includes an overload protector for the compressor and an internal protector for the fan motor.
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PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
• ONLY FOR AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL .
Air Conditioner Service Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Precautions..........................................................................................................................................3
Dimensions .....................................................................................................................................................7
Outside Dimensions ...................................................................................................................................7
Product Specifications ..................................................................................................................................8
Installation .......................................................................................................................................................9
Select the Best Location ............................................................................................................................9
How to Install ..............................................................................................................................................9
Operation ......................................................................................................................................................12
About the Controls of the Air Conditioner ................................................................................................13
Disassembly ..................................................................................................................................................14
Mechanical Parts......................................................................................................................................14
Air Handling Parts ....................................................................................................................................15
Electrical Parts .........................................................................................................................................16
Refrigerating Cycle...................................................................................................................................17
Schematic Diagram.......................................................................................................................................20
Circuit Diagram.........................................................................................................................................20
Electronic Control Device .........................................................................................................................21
Components Location(For Main P.W.B ASM)...........................................................................................22
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................................23
Piping System ........................................................................................................................................23
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................................................................................24
Exploded View ..............................................................................................................................................32
Replacement Parts List ................................................................................................................................33
2 Room Air Conditioner
WARNING
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
WARNING
Do not use the power cord near flammable gas or combustibles such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc.
• It may cause explosion or fire.
Do not disassemble or modify products.
• It may cause electric shock and failure.
ON
Do not modify power cord length.
• It will cause electric shock or fire
Use the air conditioner on a single outlet circuit.(See page
7.) Do not share the outlet with other appliances.
• It will cause electric shock or fire.
Always plug into a grounded outlet.
• No grounding may cause electric shock.
Unplug the unit if strange sounds, odors, or smoke come from it.
• Otherwise it will cause fire and electric shock accident.
Do not use the socket if it is loose or damaged.
• It may cause fire and electric shock.
Do not operate with wet hands or in damp environment.
• It ma cause electric shock.
Close all doors, windows and other outside openings to the room.
• The air conditioner must be operated in a enclosed area to be most effective.
Ventilate before operating air conditioner when gas goes out.
• It may cause explosion, fire, and burn.
If water enters the product, turn off the power switch of the main body of appliance. Contact service center after taking the power plug ut from the socket.
• There is risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not clean the air conditioner with water.
• Water may enter the unit and degrage the insulation.
It may cause an electric shock.
CAUTION
Installation
Never touch the metal parts of the unit when removing the filter.
• They are sharp and may cause injury.
Do not block the inlet or outlet.
Ensure that the outer case is not damaged by age or wear.
• It may cause failure of appliance or performance deteriorate.
• If the outer case is damaged, it must be repaired or replaced immediately. Leaving it damaged could result in the air conditioner falling out of the window, creating a safety hazard.
Be cautious not to touch the sharp edges when installing
• It may cause injury.
Sharp edges
Hold the plug by the head when taking it out.
• It may cause electric shock and damage.
Unplug the air conditioner if it will not be used for a long period.
• It will waste power consumption in vain and it may cause accident.
Unplug the air conditioner before cleaning it.
Do not put a pet or nouse plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow
• Since the fan rotates at high speed during operation, it may cause injury.
• This could injury the pet or plant.
Do not use this appliance for special purposes such as pets, foods, precision machinery, or objucts of art.
• It is an air conditioner, not a precision refrigeration system.
Always insert the filter securely. Clean it every two weeks.
Use a soft cloth to clean. Do not use wax, thinner, or a strong detergent.
• Operation without filters will cause failure.
• The appearance of the air conditioner may deteriorate, change color, or develop surface flaws.
Do not drink water drained from air conditioner. Do not direct airflow at room occupants only.
• It is not sanitary and could cause illness or personal injury hazard.
W
ax Thinner
Dimensions
Symbols Used in this Manual
This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock.
NOTICE
This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to the air conditioner.
This symbol indicates special notes.
Outside Dimensions
D
W
Dimensions
Model
Dimension
W
H
D mm(inch) mm(inch) mm(inch)
All Model
439(17 5 /
16"
)
283(11 1 /
8"
)
326(12 13 /
16"
)
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RG-51-5
COOLING CAPACITY (BTU/h)
POWER SUPPLY (Phase, V, Hz)
INPUT (W)
1ø, 115V, 60HZ
REFRIGERANT CONTROL
4.8
CAPILLARY TUBE
221g(7.8 Oz)
INSIDE FAN TURBO
OUTSIDE FAN ROPELLER FAN WITH SLINGER RING
AIR DISCHARGE 2-WAY (RIGHT AND LEFT)
CHASSIS TOP-DOWN
• OVERLOAD PROTECTOR FOR COMPRESSOR
• INTERNAL PROTECTOR FOR FAN MOTOR
TEMPERATURE CONTROL THERMISTOR
NOTICE
Installation
Installation
This air conditioner is designed with a button-down chassis so it can be easily installed in a window.
Select the Best Location
1. To prevent vibration and noise, make sure the unit is installed securely and firmly.
2. Install the unit where the sun does not shine directly on the unit.
3. The outside of the cabinet must extend outward for at least 10" and there should be no obstacles, such as a fence or wall, within 20" from the back of the cabinet because it will prevent heat radiation of the condenser.
Restriction of outside air will greatly reduce the cooling efficiency of the air conditioner.
CAUTION: All side louvers of the cabinet must remain exposed on the outdside of the structure.
4. Install the unit slanted slightly so the back is slightly lower than the front (about 1/4"). This will force condensed water to the outside.
5. Install the unit with the bottom about 30"~60" above the floor level.
INSIDE
COOLED AIR
Figure 1
OUTSIDE
AWNING
HEAT
RADIATION
Over 20"
FENCE
How to Install
Window Requirements
INNER SILL
NOTICE
All supporting parts should be secured to firm wood, masonry, or metal.
1. This unit is designed for installation in standard double hung windows with actual opening widths of 21" to 35".
The upper and lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of 12" from the bottom of the sash to the window stool.
2. If storm window presents interference, fasten a 2" wide wood strip to the inner window sill across the full width of the sill. The wood strip should be thick enough to raise the height of the window sill so that the unit can be installed without interference by the storm window frame.
See Figure. 3. Top of wood strip should be approximately
3/4" higher than the storm window frame (STORM WIN-
DOW FRAME) or wood strip (OUTDOORS) to help condensation to drain properly to the outside.
3. Install a second wood strip (approximately 6" long by
11/2" wide and same thickness as first strip) in the center of the outer sill flush against the back off the inner sill.
This will raise the L bracket as shown Figure. 3.
4. If the distance between STORM WINDOW FRAME and
WOOD STRIP MOUNTED ON TOP OF INNER SILL is more than 1", two of wood strip are not necessary.
INDOORS
Figure 2
WOOD STRIP MOUNTED
ON TOP OF INNER SILL
INNER
SILL
INDOORS
Figure 3
1" MAX.
WOOD STRIP
FOR L BRACKET
OUTER
SILL
OUTDOORS
3
/
4
"
CLEARANCE
STORM
WINDOW
FRAME
OUTER
SILL
OUTDOORS
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Installation
Installation Kits Contents(some Models)
HARDWARE
TYPE A: 14EA
(SHORT SCREW)
TYPE B: 2EA
(WOOD SCREW)
TYPE C: 2EA
(WOOD SCREW)
TYPE D: 3EA
(L BACKET)
TYPE E: 1EA
(SEAL STRIP)
(Adhesive backed)
TYPE F: 1EA
(SASH SEAL)
(Not adhesive backed)
TYPE G: 2EA
(GUIDE PANEL)
Before Installation (Some Models Including
Installation Kit)
1. Insert the guide panels into the guides of the air conditioner.
Fasten the curtains to the unit with screws (TYPE A), as shown
Figure. 4.
TYPE A
TYPE A
TYPE H: 1EA
(UPPER GUIDE)
Figure 4
TYPE A
2. Cut the adhesive-backed seal strip (TYPE E) to the window width.
Remove the backing from the seal strip and attach the seal strip to the underside of the bottom window. (Figure. 5)
SEAL STRIP
(TYPE E)
Figure 5
Start Installation (Some Models Including
Installation Kit)
1. Locating Unit in Window
Open the window and mark center line with pencil on the center of the inner sill, as shown in Figure. 6.
2. Attach L Bracket
a. Install the L brackets behind the inner window sill, with the short side of bracket as shown. Use the 2 screws (TYPE A) provided.
b. The bracket helps to hold unit securely in place. Be sure to place bracket edge flush against back of inner sill. See
Figure.7.
CENTER LINE
INNER SILL
ROOM SIDE
Figure 6
INNER SILL
OUTER SILL
TYPE A
INSIDE
CENTER LINE
7.5"
7.5"
OUTSIDE
Figure 7
L BRACKET
10 Room Air Conditioner
Installation
CAUTION: During the following step, hold unit firmly until window sash is lowered to top channel behind side panel frames.
Personal injury or property damage may result if unit falls from window.
3. Install the Air Conditioner in the Window
a. Carefully lift the air conditioner and slide it into the open window. Make sure the bottom guide of the air conditioner drops into the notches of the L bracket.
IMPORTANT :
When the air conditioner drops into the L bracket, the air conditioner will be centered in window opening as shown in
Figure. 8.
Figure 8
WINDOW FRAME
UPPER GUIDE b. While steadying the air conditioner, carefully bring the window sash down behind the upper guide of the air conditioner, as shown in Figure. 9.
BOTTOM
GUIDE
4. Secure the Guide Panels
Extend the guide panels (TYPE G) to fill the window opening using 2 screws (TYPE B), 2 screws(TYPE C) to secure them as shown in Figure. 10.
5. Install the Sash Seal and Sash Lock
a. Cut the sash seal (TYPE F) to the window width.
Stuff the sash seal between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room, as shown in Figure. 10.
b. Fasten the L bracket using a (TYPE A) screw, as shown in Figure. 10.
Figure 9
L BRACKET
L BRACKET
TYPE A
TYPE B
CENTER LINE
SEAL
ABOUT 1 /
4
"
FOAM SEAL
(TYPE F)
TYPE C
6. Window installation of room air conditioner is now completed. See ELECTRICAL DATA for attaching power cord to electrical outlet.
Figure 10
How to Secure the Drain pipe
In humid weather, excess water may cause the BASE PAN to overflow. To drain the water, remove the DRAIN CAP and secure the DRAIN PIPE to the rear hole of the BASE
PAN. (Figure. 11)
Press the drain pipe into the hole by pushing down and away from the fins to avoid injury.
DRAIN CAP
DRAIN PIPE
1 hang
2 push
Figure 11
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Operation
Operation
Feature
• DESIGNED FOR COOLING ONLY
• POWERFUL AND INCREDIBLE COOLING
• TOP-DOWN CHASSIS FOR THE SIMPLE INSTALLATION AND SERVICE
• BUILT-IN ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT
• WASHABLE ONE-TOUCH FILTER
• COMPACT SIZE
Insulation Resistance Test
1. Unplug the power cord and connect a jumper between 2 pins (black and white).
2. The grounding conductor (green or green and yellow) is to be open.
3. Measure the resistance value with an ohm meter between the jumpered lead and each exposed metallic part on the equipment at all positions [except Off] of the ROCKER SWITCH.
4. The value should be over 1 M
Ω
.
About the Controls of the Air Conditioner
CAUTION: The Remote Controller will not function properly if strong light strikes the sensor window of the air conditioner or if there are obstacles between the Remote Controller and the air conditioner.
12 Room Air Conditioner
POWER
FAN SPEED "Low"
-Turns air conditioner off.
Low speed fan operation with cooling or not.
FAN SPEED "High"
This automatically controls the temperature of indoor air. Turn the knob so that arrow points to the cooler marks for more moderate cooling.
Normal Fan
1. Turn the FAN speed mode switch to the "High" or the "Low" setting
2. Set the thermostat control to the temperature mark "Fan Only"
Normal cooling
1. Turn the FAN speed mode switch to the "High" or the "Low" setting
2. Set the thermostat control to the desire temperature (the mid-point is a good
starting position).
If the room temperature is not satisfactory after a reasonable time, adjust the
control to a warmer setting, as appropriate.
Maximum cooling
1. Turn the FAN speed mode switch to the "High" setting
2. Set the thermostat control to the cooler temperature mark.
Quieter operation
1. Turn the FAN speed mode switch to the "Low" setting
2. Set the thermostat control as needed.
NOTICE
Disassemblyly
Disassembly
Mechanical Parts
1. FRONT GRILLE
1. Disconnect the unit from source of power.
2. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw from the front grille. (See Figure 13)
3. Push the front grille up from the bottom.
Pull the top of the front grille away from the cabinet as the top tabs lift out of their slots. (See Figure 14)
4. Replace the grille by placing the tabs in the slots and push the grille until it snaps into place.
2. CABINET
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to section 1)
3. Remove 10 screws that secure the cabinet to the base pan and condenser. (See Figure 15)
4. Lift the cabinet from the unit.
5. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
3. CONTROL PANEL
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 1)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
4. Remove 2 screws that secure the control panel to control box and base pan. (See Figure 16)
5. Pull the control board toward yourself.
Controls, wires, and capacitor are now accessible for servicing. Discharge the capacitor before servicing.
6. Disconnect one housing terminal and 3 wires for the fan motor and compressor. (See Figure 17)
7. Re-install components by referring to procedures above.
(Refer to wiring diagram on page 19 in this manual or on control box.)
14 Room Air Conditioner
Air Handling Parts
4. AIR GUIDE UPPER
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 1)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
4. Remove the control board. (Refer to Section 3)
5. Remove tape that attached the air guide upper and lower.
6. Lift air guide upper upward. (See Figure 18)
7. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
Figure 18
5. ORIFICE, TURBO FAN AND FAN
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 1)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
4. Remove the control panel. (Refer to Section 3)
5. Remove the air guide upper. (Refer to Section 4)
6. Remove 2 screws that secure the condenser to the base pan.
7. Remove the screw that secures the shroud to channel of condenser.
8. Press the snap area of shroud with your thumbs. This allows you to remove it from the condenser.
9. Remove 1 screw that secure the evaporator to the base pan. (See Figure 19)
10. Remove the orifice by pushing the snap area of the air guide blower. (See Figure 20)
11. Remove the clamp springs which are clamped to the boss of fan and turbo fan by hand plier.
(See Figure 21)
12. Pull the fan and turbo fan outward.
13. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
Figure 19
Figure 20
Disassembly
Figure 21
Service Manual 15
Disassembly
6. MOTOR
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 1)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
4. Remove the control panel. (Refer to Section 3)
5. Remove the air guide upper. (Refer to Section 4)
6. Remove the compressor, turbo fan, axial fan and shroud. (Refer to Section 5)
7. Remove 4 screws that secure the motor to the mount motor of shroud. (See Figure 22)
8. Remove the motor.
9. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
7. AIR GUIDE LOWER AND SHROUD
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 1)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
4. Remove the control panel. (Refer to Section 3)
5. Remove the air guide upper. (Refer to Section 4)
6. Remove the compressor, turbo fan, axial fan.
(Refer to Section 5)
7. Remove the motor. (Refer to Section 6)
8. Remove 2 screws that secure the shroud to the base pan. (See Figure 23)
9. Lift air guide lower and shroud upward.
(See Figure 23)
10. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
Electrical Parts
8. OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
1. Remove the front grille and cabinet.
(Refer to Section 1, 2)
2. Remove the nut which fastens the terminal cover.
3. Remove the terminal cover.
4. Remove all the leads from the overload protector.
5. Remove the overload protector.
6. Re-install the components by referring to the removal procedure above. (See Figure 24)
9. COMPRESSOR
1. Remove the front grille and cabinet.
(Refer to Section 1, 2)
2. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant recovery system.
3. Remove the overload protector.
(Refer to Section 8)
4. After discharging the unit completely, unbrace the suction and discharge pipes at the compressor connections.
5. Remove 3 nuts which fasten the compressor.
6. Remove the compressor.
7. Re-install by referring to the removal procedure above. (See Figure 25)
16 Room Air Conditioner
Figure 22
Figure 23
Figure 24
Figure 25
3. Discharge the capacitor by placing a 20 K resistor
Figure 26
le
12. POWER CORD
4. Remove a screw that secures control panel to control
Figure 27
Figure 29
13. CONDENSER
Figure 30
Service Manual 17
Disassembly
15. EVAPORATOR
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
2. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant recovery system.
3. Remove the air guide upper.
(Refer to Section 4)
4. After discharging the refrigerant completely, unbraze the interconnecting tube at the evaporator connections.
5. Remove the evaporator.
6. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
16. CAPILLARY TUBE
1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2)
2. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant recovery system.
3. Remove the air guide upper.
(Refer to Section 4)
4. After discharging the refrigerant completely, unbraze the interconnecting tube of the capillary tube.
5. Remove the capillary tube.
6. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
NOTICE
Replacement of the refrigeration cycle.
1. When replacing the refrigerating cycle, be sure to discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant recovery system.
2. After discharging the unit completely, remove the desired components, and unbraze the pinch-off tubes.
3. Solder service valves into the pinch-off tube ports, leaving the valves open.
4. Solder the pinch-off tubes with service valves.
5. After completing the above procedures, the valve must be closed and left in place on the system for any subsequent procedures.
6. Evacuate as follows:
6-1. Connect the vacuum pump, as illustrated in figure 31A.
6-2. Start the vacuum pump. Slowly open manifold valves A and B with two full turns counterclockwise and leave the valves closed.
The vacuum pump is now pulling through valves A and B up to valve C by means of manifold and the entire system.
CAUTION: If high vacuum equipment is used, just crack valves A and B for a few minutes, then open
18 Room Air Conditioner
slowly with the two full turns counter-clockwise. This will keep oil from foaming and being drawn into the vacuum pump.
6-3. Operate the vacuum pump for 20 to 30 minutes, until 600 micron vacuum is obtained.
Close valves A and B and observe vacuum gauge for a few minutes.
A rise in pressure would indicate a possible leak or moisture remaining in the system.
With valves A and B closed, stop the vacuum pump.
6-4. Remove the hose from the vacuum pump and place it on the charging cylinder. See figure 20B.
Open valve C.
Discharge the line at the manifold connection.
6-5. The system is now ready for final charging.
7. Recharge as follows:
7-1. Rotary compressor systems are charged from the high-side. If the total charge cannot be put in the high-side, the balance will be put in the suction line through the access valve which is installed as the system is opened.
7-2. Connect the charging cylinder as shown in figure 31B. With valve C open, discharge the hose at the manifold connection.
7-3. Open valve A and allow the proper charge to enter the system. Valve B is still closed.
7-4. If more charge is required, the high-side will not take it. Close valve A.
7-5. With the unit running, open valve B and add the balance of the charge. a. Do not add the liquid refrigerant to the lowside. b. Watch the low-side gauge, allow pressure to rise to 30 lbs(0.2MP). c. Turn off valve B and allow the pressure to drop. d. Repeat steps B and C until the balance of the charge is in the system.
7-6. When the unit is operating correctly, use the pinch-off tool with the unit still running and the clamp on the pinch-off tube. Using a tube cutter, cut the pinch-off tube about 2 inches from the pinch-off tool. Use sil-fos solder and solder the pinch-off tube closed. Turn off the unit, allow setting for a while and then test the leakage of the pinch-off connection.
Disassembly
Equipment needed: Vacuum pump, charging cylinder, manifold gauge, brazing equipment, pinch-off tool capable of making a vapor proof seal, leak detector, tubing cutter, hand tools to remove components and service valve.
COMPOUND GAUGE
MANIFOLD
GAUGE
B A
CONDENSER
(HIGH PRESSURE SIDE)
COMPRESSOR
SEE INSETS
BELOW
EVAPORATOR
(LOW PRESSURE SIDE)
CAPILLARY TUBE
B
A
EXTERNAL VACUUM PUMP
B
LO HI CHARGING CYLINDER
A
Figure 31A-Pulling Vacuum
C
Figure 31B-Charging
Service Manual 19
Schematic Diagram
Schematic Diagram
Circuit Diagram
REF. NO
1
2
3
6
7
4
5
8
DESCRIPTION & NAME
FAN MOTOR
MAIN PCB
DISPLAY
TERMITOR
COMPRESSOR
POWER CORD ASSY
CAPACITOR
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
Q'TY
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
20 Room Air Conditioner
Electronic Control Device
ENERGY SAVER
Osc in
/Reset
TEST
Osc out
VSS
VAref
Room TH
Option1
Option2
Pipe TH
KEY0
KEY1
SEG-g
VDD
SEG-f
SEG-e
SEG-d
SLIDE SW
LED out1
LED out2
LED out0
Schematic Diagram
Service Manual 21
Trouleshooting Glwide
Components Location (For Main P.W.B ASM)
22 Room Air Conditioner
Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide
Piping System
CONDENSER COILS
FAN
MOTOR CAPILLARY
TUBE
TURBO FAN
EVAPORATOR
COILS
Following is a brief description of the important components and their function in what is called the refrigeration system. Reference should be made to Figure 32 to follow the refrigerating cycle and the flow of the refrigerant in the cooling cycle.
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
CYCLE OF REFRIGERATION
EVAPORATOR COILS
COMPLETE LIQUID
BOIL OFF POINT
COOLED
AIR
ROOM AIR HEAT LOAD
SUCTION LINE
COOL LOW PRESSURE VAPOR
VAPOR INLET
CONDENSER COILS
OUTSIDE COOLING
AIR FOR REFRIGERANT
PASS THROUGH
HOT
DISCHARGED
AIR
LIQUID
PRESSURE
DROP
MOTOR
COMPRESSOR
OIL
(LIQUID REFRIGERANT)
CAPILLARY TUBE
DISCHARGE
LINE
NOT HIGH PRESSURE
VAPOR
LIQUID OUTLET
HIGH PRESSURE VAPOR
LIQUID REFRIGERANT
LOW PRESSURE VAPOR
Figure 32
Service Manual 23
Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide
In general, possible trouble is classified in two kinds.
The one is called Starting Failure which is caused by an electrical defect. The other is Ineffective Air Conditioning caused by a defect in the refrigeration circuit and improper application.
Unit is running but cooling is ineffective.
Ineffective Cooling
Check cold air circulation for smooth flow.
Check outdoor coil
(heat exchanger) and fan operation.
Check heat load increase.
Clean condenser.
Dirty indoor coil
(heat exchanger)
Check gas leakage.
Not on separate circuit
Repair gas leak.
Malfunction of fan.
Clogging of air filter.
Replacement of unit if the unit is beyond repair.
Check inside gas pressure.
Obstruction at air outlet.
Adjust refrigerant charge.
Remove obstruction.
Malfunction of compressor.
Check clogging in refrigeration circuit.
Repair clogging in refrigeration circuit.
24 Room Air Conditioner
Satisfactory operation with temperature difference of inlet & outlet air; 44~50°F (7~10°C)
Replacement of compressor.
Check of power source.
Check of control switch setting.
Fails to Start
Compressor fails only to start.
Drop of power voltage.
Defect of compressor capacitor.
Capacitor check.
Replacement.
Irregular motor resistance (
Ω
)
Irregular motor insulation (
Ω
)
Replacement of compressor
(Motor damaged).
Improper thermostat setting
Loose terminal connection
Improper wiring
Troubleshooting Guide
Check of circuit breaker and fuse.
Gas leakage of feeler bulb of thermostat.
Check control switch.
Fan only fails to start.
Improper wiring.
Defect of fan motor capacitor.
Irregular motor resistance (
Ω
)
Irregular motor insulation (
Ω
)
Replacement of fan motor.
Regular but fails to start.
Replacement of compressor.
(Locking of piston, metal.)
Service Manual 25
Troubleshooting Guide
ELECTRIC PARTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE:
Possible Trouble 1
• The unit does not operate.
NO
Is the Trans input power
AC 115V?
YES
Is the Trans output power about AC 14V?
YES
NO
Is output Voltage of IC01D
DC 12V?
YES
NO
Is output Voltage of IC02D
DC 5V?
YES
NO
NO
Is the reset circuit all right?
(The No.14 of Micom is 5V.)
YES
Is the connection between
Main and Display all right?
YES
NO
Is the voltage No.18 of Micom
DC 5V?
YES
Exchange Main P.W.B Ass'y.
NO
26 Room Air Conditioner
• Check the Fuse.
• Check the wiring diagram.
Is shorted the Trans. output?
NO
• Check the Main
P.W.B pattern.
YES
• Exchange the Trans.
•
Exchange D02D~D05D.
• Exchange IC01D.
• Exchange IC02D.
• Exchange IC01A.
• Connect connector
exactly.
• Check the P.W.B
pattern.
Troubleshooting Guide
Possible Trouble 2
• The compressor does not operate.
Is Temp.
setting set lower than Room
Temp.-0.5
°
C?
NO
YES
• Set the Temp. setting to lower Temp.
Is the voltage No.10
of IC01M 0V?
YES
• Check the RY-COMP.
• Check the wiring
Diagram.
NO
Is the voltage N0.7 of
IC01M DC 5V?
YES
• Exchange IC01M.
NO
Is the Unit for 3 minutes delay?
YES
NO
• Wait 3 Minutes
• Exchange MAIN
P.W.B Ass'y.
Possible Trouble 3
• The compressor always operate.
• Connect LEAD Wire to
RY-COMP again.
Is the wire connection of
RY-COMP all right?
YES
• Check the RY-COMP.
NO
Possible Trouble 4
• Fan does not operate.
Is the voltage NO.1 or 4 of IC01M DC 5V?
YES
NO
Is the voltage NO.13 or 16 of IC01M 0V?
YES
• Check the RY-Hi or
RY-Lo.
• Check the wiring diagram.
NO
• Exchange IC01M.
• Exchange IC01M.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Possible Trouble 5
Is the voltage of Battery about over 2.3V?
YES
Is the voltage No.16 of CN-DISP1 on Main P.W.B
Ass'y DC 5V?
YES
NO
NO
Is the connection of
CN-DISP1 all right?
YES
• Exchange Receiver Ass'y.
NO
• Romote controller does not operate.
• Exchange the battery.
• Check the P.W.B pattern.
• Connect connector to
CN-DISP1 exactly.
Possible Trouble 6
NO
Is the IC01G all right?
YES
Is the connection of
CN-DISP1 all right?
NO
NO
YES
Does the Q01G,
Q02G, Q03G Q04G operate normally on main P.W.B Ass'y?
NO
YES
• Exchange the display
P.W.B Ass'y.
• It displays abnormally on Display P.W.B Ass'y.
• Exchange IC01G.
• Connect connector
to CN-DISP1 exactly.
• Exchange Q01G,
Q02G, Q03G, Q04G
28 Room Air Conditioner
Troubleshooting Guide
Room Air Conditioner Voltage Limits
NAME PLATE RATING
115V ± 10%
MINIMUM
103.5V
MAXIMUM
126.5V
COMPLAINT CAUSE
Fan motor will not run.
Fan motor runs.
No power
Power supply cord
Rocker switch
Wire disconnected or connection loose
Capacitor (Discharge capacitor before testing.)
Will not rotate
Revolves on overload
REMEDY
Check voltage at outlet. Correct if none.
Check voltage to rotary switch. If none, check power supply cord. Replace cord if circuit is open.
Check switch continuity. Refer to wiring diagram for terminal identification. Replace switch if defective.
Connect wire. Refer to wiring diagram for terminal identification. Repair or replace loose terminal.
Test capacitor.
Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturer's rating. Replace if shorted, open, or damaged.
Fan blade hitting shroud or blower wheel hitting scroll. Re-align assembly.
Units using slinger ring condenser fans must have 0.22~0.25 inch clearance to the base.
If necessary, shim up the bottom of the fan motor with mounting screw(s).
Check fan motor bearings; if motor shaft will not rotate, replace the motor.
Check voltage. See limits on this page.
If not within limits, call an electrician.
Test capacitor.
Check bearings. Does the fan blade rotate freely?
If not, replace fan motor.
Pay attention to any change from high speed to low speed. If the speed does not change, replace the motor.
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Troubleshooting Guide
COMPLAINT CAUSE
Fan motor noise. Tubo Fan
Compressor will not run, fan motor runs.
Axial Fan
Loose set screw
Worn bearings
Voltage
Wiring
Rocker Switch
Thermostat
REMEDY
If cracked, out of balance, or partially missing, replace it.
If cracked, out of balance, or partially missing, replace it.
Tighten it.
If knocking sounds continue when running or loose, replace the motor. If the motor hums or noise appears to be internal while running, replace motor.
Check voltage. See the limits on the preceding page. If not within limits, call an electrician.
Check the wire connections; if loose, repair or replace the terminal. If the wires are disconnected, refer to wiring diagram for identification, and replace the wires. Check the wire connections;
If not according to the wiring diagram, correct the connections.
Check for continuity, refer to the wiring diagram for terminal identification. Replace the switch if the circuit is open.
Check the position of knob. If not at the coldest setting, advance the knob to this setting and restart the unit.
Check the continuity of the thermostat. Replace the thermostat if the circuit is open.
Compressor cycles on overload.
Capacitor (discharge capacitor before servicing.)
Compressor
Overload
Voltage
Overload
Check the capacitor.
Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturer’s rating, replace if shorted, open, or damaged.
Check the compressor for open circuit or ground. If open or grounded, replace the compressor.
Check the compressor overload if externally mounted.
Replace if open. (If the compressor temperature is high, remove the overload, cool, and retest.)
Check the voltage. See the limits on the preceding page. If voltage is not within these limits, call an electrician.
Check overload, if externally mounted.
Replace if open. (If the compressor temperature is high, remove the overload, cool, and retest.)
30 Room Air Conditioner
Troubleshooting Guide
COMPLAINT CAUSE REMEDY
Compressor cycles on Fan motor If not running, determine the cause. Replace if overload. required.
Condenser air flow restriction
Remove the cabinet, inspect the interior surface of the condenser. If restricted, clean carefully with a vacuum cleaner (do not damage fins) or brush. Clean the interior base before re-assembling.
Condenser fins
(damaged)
Insufficient cooling
Capacitor
Wiring
Refrigeration system
Air filter
If the condenser fins are closed over a large area on the coil surface, head pressures will increase, causing the compressor to cycle.
Straighten the fins or replace the coil.
Test the capacitor.
Check the terminals. If loose, repair or replace.
Check the system for a restriction.
If restricted, clean or replace.
Unit undersized
Excessive noise Turbo Fan or Axial Fan
Copper tubing
Determine if the unit is properly sized for the area to be cooled.
Check the set screw, or clamp. If loose or missing, correct. If the tubo fan or axial fan is hitting scroll or barrier, rearrange the air handling parts.
Remove the cabinet and carefully rearrange the tubing not to contact the cabinet, compressor, shroud, and barrier.
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Exploded View
Exploded View
B
264110
A
149410
238310
266002-2
266002-1
269310
137215
1
59830
W0CZZ
148000
E
135312
1
47582-2
1
47582-1
359011
W48602
554030
352380-1
W48602
346811
352115
249950
354210
349480
359012
149980
352113
552113
C
352380-2
130910
749740
130410
567502
554160
D
550140
26
Room Air Conditioner
Replacement Parts List
Replacement Parts List
LocNo P/NO
130410 3041A10040P
352380-1 5238A10026A
352380-2 5238A10025A
349480 4948A20031B
148000 4800A30012A
149980 4998A10028B
359011 5900A20042A
346811 4681A20116N
359012 5900A20040A
Replacement Parts List
RG-51-5
DESCRIPTION
BASE ASSY SINGLE
GUIDE ,AIR
GUIDE ,AIR
ORIFICE
SUPPORTER
SHROUD
FAN,AXIAL
MOTOR ASSEMBLY, AC
FAN TURBO
W48602 3H02932B
354210 5421A20176B
554030 5403A20174A
352115 5211A25019B
CLAMP, SPRING
EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY, FIRST
CONDENSER ASSEMBLY, FIRST
TUBE ASSEMBLY EVAPORATOR (IN)
552102 5210A31415B
552113 5211A21145A
TUBE,BENDING
TUBE ASSEMBLY,CONDENSER (OUT)
35211A 5211A21228B TUBE ASSEMBLY, SUCTION
352113 5211A21305A TUBE ASSEMBLY, DISCHARGE SINGLE
554
16
0 2520UC-AA011
550140 5040AR4195A
249950 4995A20343F
237200 3720A30090A
W0CZZ 0CZZA20005B
264110 6411A20056A
269310 2H01109X
238310 3831A20085A
COMPRESSOR SET,CHINA
DAMPER,COMPRESSOR
CASE ASSEMBLY,CONTROL
PANEL, CONTROL
CAPACITOR, FILM BOX
POWER CORD ASSEMBLY
THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY
ESCUTCHEON
149410 4941A20003A
130910 3091A10055A
135312 3531A10243C
159830 5231A20029B
147582-1 4758A30041A
147582-2 4758A30041B
567502 6750UL-050A
266002-1 2H01319H
266002-2 2H01316J
KNOB ASSEMBLY
CABINET ASSY SINGLE
GRILLE ASSY FRONT
FILTER ASSEMBLY,AIR CLEANER
LOUVER, VERTICAL
LOUVER, VERTICAL
OVERLOAD PROTECT
SWITCH,ROCKER
SWITCH,ROCKER
749740 4974A30066B GUIDE
REMARK
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Service Manual 33
P/No.: 3828A20517B
February, 2007
Printed in China
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Key Features
- Cools large rooms quickly and efficiently
- Energy-efficient operation saves you money on your energy bills
- Quiet operation won't disturb your sleep or work
- Easy-to-use controls make it simple to operate
- Compact design fits easily into any room
- Durable construction ensures years of reliable operation
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Table of contents
- 3 Safety Precautions
- 7 Dimensions
- 7 Outside Dimensions
- 8 Product Specifications
- 9 Installation
- 9 Select the Best Location
- 9 How to Install
- 12 Operation
- 13 About the Controls of the Air Conditioner
- 14 Disassembly
- 14 Mechanical Parts
- 15 Air Handling Parts
- 16 Electrical Parts
- 17 Refrigerating Cycle
- 20 Schematic Diagram
- 20 Circuit Diagram
- 21 Electronic Control Device
- 22 Components Location(For Main P.W.B ASM)
- 23 Troubleshooting Guide
- 23 Piping System
- 24 Troubleshooting Guide
- 32 Exploded View
- 33 Replacement Parts List