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Motor-Related Checks
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Locate installation manual from the motor
manufacturer for the specific motor installed. This can
be found by contacting the motor manufacturer’s
representative. The motor manufacturer’s
recommendations take precedence for all matters
related to the start-up and routine maintenance of the
motor.
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Check the motor lubrication for moisture and rust.
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Remove and clean grease plugs to inspect.
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If moisture is present, consult an authorized repair
shop for bearing inspection/replacement. This may
require removal and transport of motor.
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If no moisture is present, refer to the motor
manufacturer’s lubrication recommendations for
proper lubrication.
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The motor manufacturer may recommend
lubricating the motor as part of their routine start-
up instructions.
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Check motor winding. An acceptable winding
resistance reading is from 6 meg-ohms to infinity. If
reading is less than 5 mega-ohms, the winding should
be dried out in an oven or by a blower.
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Inspect the entire motor for rust and corrosion.
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Bump-start the unit and confirm the fan wheel rotates
properly, as indicated by the rotation arrow located on
the fan housing.
Note:
For motor warranty needs, contact your local Trane
sales office.
Unit Operation
Before complete start-up, bump-start the unit and confirm
the fan wheel rotates properly, as indicated by the rotation
arrow located on the fan housing.
After initial startup:
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Calculate the motor voltage imbalance, notifying the
power company to correct unacceptable imbalances.
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Periodically check the fan belt tension.
Calculate Motor Voltage Imbalance
After startup, measure the motor voltage and amperage
on all phases to ensure proper operation. The readings
should fall within the range given on the motor nameplate.
The maximum allowable voltage imbalance is 2 percent.
Voltage imbalance is defined as 100 times the sum of the
deviation of the three voltages from the average, divided
by twice the average voltage. For example, if the three
measured voltages are 221, 230 and 227, the average
voltage would be 226 volts. The percent of voltage
imbalance is then calculated.
In the example, 2.2 percent imbalance is not acceptable
and the power company should be notified to correct it.
WARNING
Rotating Components!
During installation, testing, servicing and
troubleshooting of this product it may be necessary to
work with live and exposed rotating components. Have
a qualified or licensed service individual who has been
properly trained in handling exposed rotating
components, perform these tasks. Failure to follow all
safety precautions could result in rotating components
cutting and slashing technician which could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Live Electrical Components!
During installation, testing, servicing and
troubleshooting of this product, it may be necessary to
work with live electrical components. Have a qualified
licensed electrician or other individual who has been
properly trained in handling live electrical components
perform these tasks. Failure to follow all electrical
safety precautions when exposed to live electrical
components could result in death or serious injury.
Voltage imbalance =
where:
A = (226-221) + (230-226) + (227-226)
Voltage imbalance = 2.2% (not acceptable)
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