CLCH-SVX06A-EN •
T-Series Climate Changer Air Handler IOM
101
Diagnostics
Excessive vibration
Poor alignment
Align bearing set screws (see Figure 70, p. 61).
Loosen and retighten bearing set screws.
Shipping spacers not removed
Remove shipping spacers and/or bolts (see the “Fan
Isolation” section on page 26).
Over tensioned belts
Adjust belt tension.
Misaligned drive
Align drive.
Motor runs and then
dies down
Partial loss of line voltage
Check for loose connections. Determine adequacy
of main power supply.
Starter shorts when motor warms up
Replace starter.
Motor does not come up
to speed
Low voltage at motor terminals
Check across AC line and correct voltage loss if
possible.
Line wiring to motor too small
Replace with larger sized wiring.
Motor overheats
Overloaded motor
Reduce load or replace with a larger motor.
Motor fan is clogged with dirt preventing proper
ventilation
Remove fan cover, clean fan and replace cover.
Excessive motor noise
Motor mounting bolts loose
Tighten motor mounting bolts.
Rigid coupling connections
Replace with flexible connections.
Worn motor bearings
Replace bearings and seals.
Fan rubbing on fan cover
Remove interference in motor fan housing.
Rapid motor bearing
wear
Excessive overhung load due to overtensioned
drive
Check belt tension and overhung load.
Excessive overhung load due to a small
diameter motor sheave
Replace sheave with larger one.
Loose fan belt
Motor is poorly positioned
Adjust belt tension.
Worn or damaged belt
Replace belt or belt set. Check sheave alignment.
Worn sheaves
Replace sheaves.
Short belt life
Worn sheaves
Replace sheaves.
Misaligned belt
Realign drive with MVP sheave set at mean pitch
diameter.
Grease or oil on belts
Check for leaky bearings. Clean belts and sheaves.
Belt slipping
Improper belt tension. Adjust tension.
Belts rubbing
Remove obstruction or realign drive for clearance.
Bearing noise
Poor alignment
Loosen bearing set screws and realign (see the
“Bearing Set Screw Alignment” section on page 61)
Failed bearing
Replace bearing.
Inadequate lubrication
Replace bearing.
Low water coil capacity Incorrect airflow
Check fan operating condition.
Incorrect water flow
Inspect the water pumps and valves for proper
operation and check the lines for obstructions.
Incorrect water temperature
Adjust the chiller or boiler to provide the proper
water temperature.
Coil is piped incorrectly
Verify coil piping (see the “” section on page 34).
Dirty fin surface
Clean the fin surface (see the “Coils” section on
page 62).
Incorrect glycol mixture
Verify glycol mixture and adjust if necessary.
Table 18. Air handler troubleshooting recommendations
Symptom
Probable Cause
Recommended Action