Engineered for flexibility and performance

Catalog 223-2
Air Cooled Split System Condensing Unit
for Rooftop Systems and Air Handlers
Model RCS 06F to 20F, 6.5 to 20 Tons
R-410A Refrigerant
6.5 7.5 Tons
10 12 Tons
15 20 Tons
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Why Use a High Efficiency,
Air-Cooled Split System? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Agency Listed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
McQuays Unique Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Base Pan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Compressors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Condenser Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Refrigerant Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Crankcase Heaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Low Ambient Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Service Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Service Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Condensing Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
High Pressure Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Low Pressure Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Condenser Fan Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Equipment Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Programmable Thermostat (P/N 113129901). 6
Application Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General Rooftop Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Unit Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Service Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Unit Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Physical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unit Capacity and Physical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Performance Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Gross Capacity and Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Unit Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Dimensional and Weight Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Dimensional/Weight Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Engineering Guide Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Part 1: General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.01 Summary: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.02 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.03 Submittals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.04 Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.05 Delivery and Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.06 Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.07 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Part 2: Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.01 Acceptable Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.02 Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.03 Design Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.04 Condensing Section (Scroll). . . . . . . . . 21
2.05 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.06 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Part 3: Execution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.01 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.02 Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
McQuay Cat 223 3
Introduction
Introduction
Why Use a High Efficiency,
Air-Cooled Split System?
The size ranges offered by McQuay allow you to mix or
match components to meet actual job requirements, thus
eliminating the need to use oversized or undersized
equipment. Equipment sized to meet the actual building load
will provide better operating economy, better humidity
control, and longer equipment life.
With an air cooled system, you have no water or sewer
connections to make, and no troublesome or costly water
treatment.
An air cooled split system is inherently more efficient than a
air cooled chiller system. The air cooled split system has no
pump and runs at a higher, more efficient suction pressure.
Remote mounting of the already quiet condensing unit keeps
the compressor and condenser fan noise outside. Vertical
discharge fans also contribute to quietness, carrying the
noise up and away from the surrounding area.
Because of the simple design of the McQuay condensing
unit, installation is quick, simple, and very little maintenance
is required.
Note: For further information on a complete air-cooled split
system, refer to Catalog 580 (Destiny Indoor Air
Handlers).
Agency Listed
Nomenclature
Note: For larger size units (greater than 20 ton), refer to
Catalog 222.
Rooftop Condensing System
Voltage
C =208/230 - 3 - 60
D =460 - 3 - 60
Y =575 - 3 - 60
R C S 06 F 078 C
Nominal capacity (tons)
06 =6.5
07 =7.5
10 =10 (single compressor)
11 =10 (tandem compressors)
12 =12
15 =15
20 =20
Refrigerant
F =R-410A
Compressor
078 =6.5 ton, single
090 =7.5 ton, single
120 =10 ton, single
125 =10 ton, tandem
150 =12.5 ton, tandem
180 =15 ton, tandem
240 =20 ton, tandem
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Introduction
McQuays Unique Features
Durable constructi on
Pre-painted exterior cabinet pan-
els pass 1000-hour ASTM B 117
Salt Spray Test for durability
Side/End View
End View
Top View
Condenser fans
Vertical air discharge for
quiet operation
Scroll compressors
Provide maximum depend-
ability, efficiency and quiet
operation
Condenser coils
Large face area
High efficiency enhanced
copper tubing
All aluminum fin design
Louvers
Full- face coil louvers for aesthetics
and hail protection
R410A refrigerant
Environmentally friendly
Excellent efficiency
Insignificant glide making
system easier to service
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Introduction
Components
Cabinet
Galvanized steel with powder coat paint finish. The powder
coat paint finish is high gloss, durable and capable of
withstanding a 1000 hour salt spray test per ASTM B117.
Unit is of the frame and panel type construction which
allows all access panels to be opened or removed without
affecting the structural strength of the unit.
Fastening screws are also of the 1000 hour type.
Stamped louver panels offer 100% protection for the
condenser coil.
Base Pan
Galvanized steel with powder coat paint finish.
Compressors
High efficiency Copeland

scroll compressors.
Engineered for long life and durability.
Unloading (50%) is available on 10 to 20 ton models.
All compressors have inherent high temperature protection.
Mounted on isolators which reduce vibration and noise.
Condenser Coil
Constructed with copper tubes and aluminum fins and
mechanically bonded to the tubes for maximum heat transfer
capabilities.
Condenser coil assemblies are leak tested up to 450 psig
internal pressure.
Refrigerant Connections
Field sweat joints are made external of the unit and are
located close to the ground for a neat looking installation.
Crankcase Heaters
Standard on 6 20 ton models.
Low Ambient Control
Pressure sensitive fan cycling control allows operation down
to 0F [-17.8C].
Service Valves
Standard on liquid and suction lines for all models.
Service Access
Control box with separate line and control voltages, as well
as compressor and other refrigerant controls are accessible
through access panels.
Electrical access cover may be opened or removed without
affecting normal operation of the unit.
Condenser fan motors have molded plugs for easy removal.
Removable louver panels/end access panel for coil cleaning.
Condensing Section
Open design permits unrestricted condenser airflow, access
to compressors, refrigeration components, piping, and
access for roof maintenance.
High efficiency Copeland

scroll compressors.
10 20 ton units feature dual compressors for redundancy
and efficient capacity control.
Large face area condenser for high operating efficiencies.
Vertical air discharge minimizes noise.
High Pressure Control
Manual reset control deactivates system (opens contactor
circuit) if abnormally high pressure occurs.
Low Pressure Control
Automatic reset control deactivates system if abnormally
low pressure or refrigerant loss occurs.
Condenser Fan Motors
Direct drive, single-phase, permanently lubricated PSC
motors with inherent thermal overload.
Equipment Ground
Lug for field connection of ground wire.
Testing
All units are run-tested at the factory prior to shipment.
Units are shipped with a nitrogen holding charge.
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Introduction
Accessories
Accessories (Table1) can be added to further enhance the unit.
Table 1: Accessories
Programmable Thermostat (P/N 113129901)
The commercial setback digital thermostat uses
microcomputer technology to provide precise time and
temperature control. This thermostat offers the flexibility to
design heating and cooling programs that fit building needs.
This thermostat is adaptable to most residential 24 volt forced
air multi-stage systems with electric or fossil fuel auxiliary and
is the ultimate for comfort, convenience, and performance.
Figure 1: Thermostat
Features
The thermostat can enhance your HVAC system by offering
you the following performance features.
Automatic heat/cool system changeover
Fossil fuel or electric heat compatible
Large luminescent display and industry first lighted keypad
Permanent program memory
Configuration menu allows keypad selection of options, no
additional sub-bases required
Selectable energy management recovery
Onboard system and thermostat diagnostics
Single stage models accept remote indoor sensor
Staging models accept up to three indoor sensors and offer
temperature averaging or weighted average by sensor
location and program time
Typical Connection
Use the terminal output information below to help you wire the
thermostat properly for your multi-stage system. Colors shown
are typical.
1 Use a wirenut to extend from the leads provided in the
unit to the thermostat.
2 W1, W2, Y2 are optional depending upon size/options.
Accessory description Model number Sizes used on
Anti-short cycle timer kit
a
a.Not required when McQuay programable thermostat is
purchased.
RXAT-A01 All
Sight glass RXAG-A048 6.5 15 ton
Sight glass RXAG-A020 20 ton
Liquid Solenoid Valve RXAV-CD078 6.5 & 7.5
Liquid Solenoid Valve RXAV-CD120 10, 11, & 12
Liquid Solenoid Valve RXAV-CD180 15 & 20
Thermostat Terminals (Upper)
L PH D SA SB SC OT
Malfunction Light X-10 Module Input Not Used Remote
Sense A
Remote
Sense B
Remote
Sense C
Outdoor
Sensor
Thermostat Terminals (Lower)
System E C R W3/A1 W2 E2/P W1 Y2 Y1 B O G
Multi-Stage No Function 24 Volt
(Common)
24 Volt
(Hot)
Heat Mode
3rd Stage
Heat Mode
2nd Stage
No Function Heat Mode
1st Stage
Cool Mode
2nd Stage
Cool Mode
1st Stage
Energized
in Heat and
Off Mode
Energized
in Cool
Mode
Blower/Fan
Energized on call
for Cool (and heat
if configured to
Electric Heat

W1

W2

Y1

Y2
Br
R
Bk
Bl
G
Y
O
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Application Data
Application Data
General Rooftop Applications
Units are intended for use in normal heating, ventilating, and
air conditioning applications. Consult your local McQuay sales
representative for applications involving operation at high
ambient temperatures, high altitudes, non-cataloged voltages,
and for job specific unit selections that fall outside of the range
of the catalog tables.
For proper operation, units should be rigged in accordance
with instructions stated in IM 962 (6 to 20 ton units). Follow
factory check, test and start procedures explicitly to achieve
satisfactory start-up and operation (refer to IM 962).
Unit Location
A structural engineer must verify that the roof has adequate
strength and ability to minimize deflection.
Unit condenser coils should be located in an area that will
avoid contact with any heated exhaust air.
Allow sufficient space around the unit for maintenance/service
clearance. Refer to Figure2 for recommended clearances.
Consult your McQuay sales representative if available
clearances do not meet minimum recommendations. Where
code considerations (such as the NEC) require extended
clearances, those codes take precedence.
Service Clearance
Allow recommended service clearances for units as shown in
Figure2. Provide a roof walkway along the sides of the unit
for service and access to controls and components. Contact
your McQuay sales representative for service requirements
less than those recommended.
Figure 2: RCS 06F 20F Service Clearances
Unit Wiring
All units require three phase, 60 Hz, 208/230, 230, 460, or 575
volt power supply. All units include branch circuits and short
circuit protection and are available with a power block.
All wiring must be installed in accordance with the National
Electric Code (NEC) and local codes.
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Physical Data
Physi cal Data
Unit Capacity and Physical Data
Table 2: RCS 06F 20F
Model
RCS
06F
Single
07F
Single
10F
Single
11F
Tandem
12F
Tandem
15F
Tandem
20F
Tandem
Capacity and Weight
Capacity (tons) [kW] 6.5 [22.9] 7.5 [26.4] 10 [35.2] 10 [35.2] 12 [42.2] 15 [52.8] 20 [70.3]
Number of circuits 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Operating weight 264 [119.8] 283 [128.4] 501 [227.3] 586 [265.8] 650 [294.8] 746 [338.4] 952 [431.8]
Shipping weight 287 [130.2] 306 [138.8] 541 [245.4] 626 [284.0] 690 [313.0] 786 [356.5] 992 [450.0]
Compressor
Quantity 1 1 1 2 2 2 2
Type Scroll Scroll Scroll Scroll Scroll Scroll Scroll
RPM 3500 3500 3500 3500 3500 3500 3500
Refrigerant charge R410A oz. [g] 178 [5046] 242 [6861] 339 [9661] 300 [8505] 378 [10,716] 506 [14,345] 655 [18,569]
Condenser Fans
Quantity 1 1 2 2 2 3 3
CFM [L/s] 4700 [2218] 4700 [2218] 8100 [3822] 8100 [3822] 8100 [3882]
12,000
[5663]
12,000
[5663]
Diameter (in.) [mm] 24 [610] 24 [610] 24 [610] 24 [610] 24 [610] 24 [610] 24 [610]
Drive Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct
Motor horsepower each [W] 1/3 [249] 1/3 [249] 1/3 [249] 1/3 [249] 1/3 [249] 1/3 [249] 1/3 [249]
Type PSC PSC PSC PSC PSC PSC PSC
RPM 1075 1075 1075 1075 1075 1075 1075
Condenser Coil
Quantity 1 1 2 2 2 2 2
Rows 1 1/2 2 2 2 2 2 3
Fins per inch 20 22 18 22 22 22 22
Sq. ft. [m
2
]
23.0 [2.14] 23.0 [2.14] 27.0 [2.51] 27.0 [2.51] 33.9 [3.05] 40.38 [3.75] 40.38 [3.75]
Fins/tubes Aluminum/Copper
Cabinet
Finish Powder Coat
Sheet metal Galvanized
Gauge (nominal) top 20 20 20 20 20 20 20
Sides 20 20 20 20 20 20 20
Base rails 14 14 14 14 14 14 14
Refrigerant Connection
Vapor sweat (in.) [mm] 1-1/8 [29] 1-1/8 [29] 1 3/8 [35] 1 3/8 [35] 1 3/8 [35] 1 3/8 [35] 1 5/8 [41.3]
Liquid sweat (in.) [mm] 1/2 [13] 1/2 [13] 5/8 [16] 5/8 [16] 5/8 [16] 5/8 [16] 7/8 [22]
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Performance Data
Perf ormance Data
Gross Capacity and Power
Table 3: RCS 06F
Table 4: RCS 07F
Table 5: RCS 10F
Note: kW =total kilowatts.
MBh =gross capacity x 1000 Btuh.
All values at approximately 20F [11.1C] subcooling.
Data includes 25 feet [7.62 m] of recommended vapor and liquid
lines.
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 06F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 75.8 [22.20] 4.9 82.2 [24.09] 5.0 89.1 [26.12] 5.0
80 [27] 73.4 [21.52] 5.2 80.0 [23.43] 5.2 86.8 [25.43] 5.3
85 [29] 71.1 [20.83] 5.4 77.5 [22.72] 5.5 84.5 [24.75] 5.5
90 [32] 68.8 [20.15] 5.7 75.2 [22.03] 5.8 82.0 [24.03] 5.8
95 [35] 66.3 [19.43] 6.0 72.9 [21.35] 6.1 79.7 [23.35] 6.1
100 [38] 64.0 [18.75] 6.3 70.5 [20.66] 6.4 77.3 [22.66] 6.4
105 [41] 61.6 [18.06] 6.6 68.1 [19.95] 6.7 75.0 [21.98] 6.7
110 [43] 59.3 [17.38] 7.0 65.7 [19.26] 7.0 72.6 [21.26] 7.1
115 [46] 56.9 [16.66] 7.3 63.4 [18.58] 7.4 70.2 [20.58] 7.5
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 07F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 96.5 [22.20] 6.0 104.5 [24.09] 6.2 112.7 [26.12] 6.3
80 [27] 93.7 [21.52] 6.3 101.6 [23.43] 6.5 109.9 [25.43] 6.6
85 [29] 90.8 [20.83] 6.6 98.7 [28.92] 6.8 107.1 [31.37] 6.9
90 [32] 88.0 [25.78] 7.0 95.8 [28.07] 7.1 104.2 [30.52] 7.2
95 [35] 85.1 [24.93] 7.3 92.9 [27.23] 7.4 101.3 [29.68] 7.6
100 [38] 82.2 [24.09] 7.7 90.2 [26.41] 7.8 98.5 [28.86] 8.0
105 [41] 79.3 [23.24] 8.1 87.3 [25.57] 8.3 95.6 [28.01] 8.4
110 [43] 76.5 [22.43] 8.6 84.4 [24.72] 8.7 92.7 [27.17] 8.9
115 [46] 73.7 [21.58] 9.1 81.5 [23.88] 9.3 89.8 [26.32] 9.4
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 10F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 118.0 [34.58] 7.2 129.4 [37.91] 7.3 141.2 [41.37] 7.5
80 [27] 114.6 [33.59] 7.5 125.7 [36.83] 7.7 137.2 [40.02] 7.9
85 [29] 111.2 [32.59] 7.9 122.0 [35.75] 8.1 133.2 [39.03] 8.2
90 [32] 107.8 [31.60] 8.3 118.3 [34.66] 8.5 129.2 [37.87] 8.6
95 [35] 104.4 [30.60] 8.7 114.6 [33.58] 8.9 125.3 [36.70] 9.0
100 [38] 101.0 [29.61] 9.1 110.9 [32.50] 9.3 121.3 [35.53] 9.4
105 [41] 97.6 [28.61] 9.5 107.2 [31.42] 9.7 117.3 [34.37] 9.8
110 [43] 94.3 [27.62] 9.9 103.5 [30.34] 10.1 113.3 [33.20] 10.2
115 [46] 90.9 [26.62] 10.3 99.8 [29.25] 10.4 109.3 [32.03] 10.6
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Performance Data
Table 6: RCS 11F
Table 7: RCS 12F
Table 8: RCS 15F
Note: kW =total kilowatts.
MBh =gross capacity x 1000 Btuh.
All values at approximately 20F [11.1C] subcooling.
Data includes 25 feet [7.62 m] of recommended vapor and liquid
lines.
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 11F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 117.5 [34.43] 7.0 128.6 [37.68] 7.1 140.3 [41.12] 7.2
80 [27] 114.0 [33.39] 7.4 124.9 [36.59] 7.5 136.4 [39.95] 7.7
85 [29] 110.4 [32.35] 7.9 121.2 [35.50] 8.0 132.4 [38.78] 8.1
90 [32] 106.9 [31.31] 8.3 117.4 [34.41] 8.4 128.4 [37.62] 8.5
95 [35] 103.3 [30.27] 8.7 113.7 [33.32] 8.8 124.4 [36.45] 9.0
100 [38] 99.8 [29.23] 9.2 110.0 [32.23] 9.3 120.4 [35.28] 9.4
105 [41] 96.2 [28.19] 9.6 106.3 [31.14] 9.7 116.4 [34.11] 9.9
110 [43] 92.7 [27.15] 10.1 102.5 [30.05] 10.1 112.4 [32.94] 10.3
115 [46] 89.1 [26.11] 10.5 98.8 [28.96] 10.6 108.4 [31.77] 10.7
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 12F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 151.6 [44.42] 9.5 164.3 [48.13] 9.6 177.2 [51.90] 9.7
80 [27] 147.0 [43.06] 10.0 159.4 [46.69] 10.1 172.0 [50.39] 10.3
85 [29] 142.3 [41.70] 10.6 154.5 [45.26] 10.7 166.8 [48.88] 10.8
90 [32] 137.7 [40.33] 11.1 149.5 [43.82] 11.2 161.7 [47.36] 11.3
95 [35] 133.0 [38.97] 11.6 144.6 [42.38] 11.7 156.5 [45.85] 11.9
100 [38] 128.3 [37.61] 12.1 139.7 [40.94] 12.3 151.3 [44.34] 12.4
105 [41] 123.7 [36.24] 12.7 134.8 [39.50] 12.8 146.2 [42.82] 12.9
110 [43] 119.0 [34.88] 13.2 129.9 [38.07] 13.3 141.0 [41.31] 13.4
115 [46] 114.4 [33.51] 13.7 125.0 [36.63] 13.8 135.8 [39.80] 14.0
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 15F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 200.8 [58.84] 11.4 216.3 [63.38] 11.8 222.7 [65.24] 12.2
80 [27] 194.3 [56.94] 12.2 209.8 [61.47] 12.6 217.8 [63.82] 12.9
85 [29] 187.8 [55.03] 13.0 203.3 [59.56] 13.3 213.0 [62.40] 13.7
90 [32] 181.3 [53.12] 13.8 196.7 [57.64] 14.1 208.1 [60.98] 14.5
95 [35] 174.8 [51.22] 14.5 190.2 [55.73] 14.8 203.3 [59.56] 15.2
100 [38] 168.3 [49.31] 15.3 183.7 [53.82] 15.6 198.4 [58.14] 16.0
105 [41] 161.8 [47.40] 16.1 177.1 [51.90] 16.3 193.6 [56.72] 16.7
110 [43] 155.3 [45.50] 16.9 170.6 [49.99] 17.1 188.7 [55.30] 17.5
115 [46] 148.8 [43.59] 17.6 164.1 [48.08] 17.8 183.9 [53.88] 18.2
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Performance Data
Table 9: RCS 20F
Note: kW =total kilowatts.
MBh =gross capacity x 1000 Btuh.
All values at approximately 20F [11.1C] subcooling.
Data includes 25 feet [7.62 m] of recommended vapor and liquid
lines.
Unit Capacities
Figure 3: RCS 06F R410A Unit Capacities
Outdoor Ambient Temp.
F [C]
RCS 20F
Saturated Evaporator Temperature F [C]
40 [4] 45 [7] 50 [10]
MBh [kW] kW* MBh [kW] kW MBh [kW] kW
75 [24] 272.7 [79.90] 17.6 294.3 [86.23] 18.0 316.7 [92.79] 18.5
80 [27] 264.1 [77.39] 18.5 285.6 [83.67] 18.9 307.7 [90.14] 19.4
85 [29] 255.6 [74.88] 19.4 276.9 [81.12] 19.9 298.6 [87.50] 20.3
90 [32] 247.0 [72.37] 20.4 268.1 [78.56] 20.8 289.6 [84.86] 21.3
95 [35] 238.5 [69.87] 21.3 259.4 [73.45] 21.7 280.6 [82.22] 22.2
100 [38] 229.9 [67.36] 22.2 250.7 [73.45] 22.6 271.6 [79.58] 23.1
105 [41] 221.3 [64.85] 23.1 242.0 [70.89] 23.5 262.6 [76.94] 24.1
110 [43] 212.8 [62.35] 24.0 233.2 [68.34] 24.4 253.6 [74.29] 25.0
115 [46] 204.2 [59.84] 24.9 224.5 [65.78] 25.3 244.5 [71.65] 25.9
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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Performance Data
Figure 4: RCS 07F R410A Unit Capacities
Figure 5: RCS 10F R410A Unit Capacities
60
70
80
90
100
110
35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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Performance Data
Figure 6: RCS 11F R410A Unit Capacities
Figure 7: RCS 12F R410A Unit Capacities
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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90
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130
150
170
35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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Performance Data
Figure 8: RCS 15F R410A Unit Capacities
Figure 9: RCS 20F R410A Unit Capacities
120
140
160
180
200
220
35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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85
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115
190
215
240
265
290
35 40 45 50
Saturated Suction Temperature
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115
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Dimensional and Weight Data
Dimensional and Weight Data
Dimensional/Weight Data
Figure 10: RCS 06F and 07F Dimensions and Weights
Table 10: RCS 06F and 07F Operating Weights
Figure 11: RCS 10F and 11F Dimensions and Weights
Table 11: RCS 10F and 11F Operating Weights
RCS
model
Total
weight lbs.
[kg]
Corner weight lbs. [kg]
A B C D
06F 264 [119] 45 [20.41] 66 [29.94] 63 [28.58] 90 [40.8]
07F 203 [128] 47 [21.3] 75 [34.0] 63 [28.6] 98 [44.5]
RCS model
Total
weight lbs.
[kg]
Corner weight lbs. [kg]
A B C D
10F (Single) 501 [228] 123 [53.9] 132 [60.0] 119 [54.1] 127 [58.0]
11F (Tandem) 586 [266] 144 [65.3] 154 [69.9] 139 [63.2] 149 [67.6]
31.06
43.00
32.81
C
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A
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L
A
C
C
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S
S
SUCTION
LINE 1
LIQUID
LINE
1/2"
1/8"
HIGH VOLTAGE
3/4" DIA. HOLE 1
LOW VOLTAGE
7/8" DIA. HOLE
2
1
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9
2
4
.1
9
2
6
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3
2
8
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4
C
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B
A
B
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S
39.94
62.14
44.75
38.375
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Dimensional and Weight Data
Figure 12: RCS 12F Dimensions and Weights
Table 12: RCS 12F Operating Weights
Figure 13: RCS 15F 20F Dimensions and Weights
Table 13: RCS 15F and 20F Operating Weights
RCS
model
Total
weight lbs.
[kg]
Corner weight lbs. [kg]
A B C D
12F 650 [293] 160 [72.0] 171 [78.0] 154 [70.0] 165 [75.0]
RCS
model
Total weight
lbs. [kg]
Corner weight lbs. [kg]
A B C D
15F 746 [338.0] 183 [83.0] 196 [89.0] 177 [80.0] 189 [86.0]
20F 952 [432.0] 234 [106.0] 251 [114.0] 226 [103.0] 241 [110.0]
B
A
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D
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39.94
75.54
72.375
44.75
38.375
A
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85.515
39.94
83.875
38.375
44.75
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Electrical Data
Electri cal Data
Power Wiring
Table 14: RCS 06F and 07F Electrical Data
Note:
1
Each compressor
2
Conditions at 45 suction and 95 ambient
3
Local codes take precedent over recommended fuse size
Table 15: RCS 10F (Single) and 11F (Tandem) Electrical Data
Note:
1
Each compressor
2
Conditions at 45 suction and 95 ambient
3
Local codes take precedent over recommended fuse size
Model
RCS
06F 07F
Compressor Motor
Electrical characteristics 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60
Operating Current
Rated load amps (each)
1
18.6 9.0 7.4 25.6 12.2 9.0
Locked rotor amps (each)
1
156 75 54 156 100 78
Condenser Fan Motors
Volt and phase 208/230-1 460-1 575-1 208/230-1 460-1 575-1
Full load amps (each) 2.2 1.3 1.0 2.2 1.3 1.0
System characteristics
Unit full load amps
2
20.8 10.3 8.4 27.8 13.5 10.0
Minimum circuit ampacity 31.0 15.0 11.0 34.0 17.0 13.0
Maximum fuse size (amps) or HACR circuit
breaker ampacity
3
50 25 15 50 25 20
Disconnect size 60 30 30 60 30 30
Model
RCS
10F (Single) 11F (Tandem)
Compressor Motor
Electrical characteristics 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60
Operating Current
Rated load amps (each)
1
30.1 16.7 12.2 17.6 9.6 6.1
Locked rotor amps (each)
1
225 114 80 135 64 40
Condenser Fan Motors
Volt and phase 208/230-1 460-1 575-1 208/230-1 460-1 575-1
Full load amps (each) 2.2 1.3 1.0 2.2 1.3 1.0
System characteristics
Unit full load amps
2
34.5 19.3 14.2 39.6 21.8 14.4
Minimum circuit ampacity 43.0 24.0 18.0 45.0 25.0 16.0
Maximum fuse size (amps) or HACR circuit
breaker ampacity
3
60 40 25 60 30 20
Disconnect size 60 40 25 60 30 30
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Electrical Data
Table 16: RCS 12F and 15F Electrical Data
Note:
1
Each compressor
2
Conditions at 45 suction and 95 ambient
3
Local codes take precedent over recommended fuse size
Table 17: RCS 20F Electrical Data
Note:
1
Each compressor
2
Conditions at 45 suction and 95 ambient
3
Local codes take precedent over recommended fuse size
Model
RCS
12F 15F
Compressor Motor
Electrical characteristics 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60
Operating Current
Rated load amps (each)
1
22.4 10.6 7.7 25.0 12.2 9.0
Locked rotor amps (each)
1
149 75 54 164 100 78
Condenser Fan Motors
Volt and phase 208/230-1 460-1 575-1 208/230-1 460-1 575-1
Full load amps (each) 2.2 1.3 1.0 2.2 1.3 1.0
System characteristics
Unit full load amps
2
49.2 23.8 17.4 56.6 28.3 21.0
Minimum circuit ampacity 56.0 27.0 20.0 64.0 32.0 24.0
Maximum fuse size (amps) or HACR circuit
breaker ampacity
3
70 35 25 80 40 30
Disconnect size 60 30 30 100 60 60
Model
RCS
20F
Compressor Motor
Electrical characteristics 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60
Operating Current
Rated load amps (each)
1
33.3 17.9 12.8
Locked rotor amps (each)
1
239 125 80
Condenser Fan Motors
Volt and phase 208/230-1 460-1 575-1
Full load amps (each) 2.2 1.3 1.0
System characteristics
Unit full load amps
2
73.2 39.2 28.6
Minimum circuit ampacity 83.0 44.0 32.0
Maximum fuse size (amps) or HACR circuit
breaker ampacity
3
110 60 40
Disconnect size 200 60 60
McQuay Cat 223 19
Electrical Data
Wiring Diagrams
Figure 14: RCS 06F, 07F, and 10F Wiring Diagram
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Electrical Data
Figure 15: RCS 11F 20F Wiring Diagram
COMPONENT CODE
CC COMPR ES S OR CONTACTOR
CC H CR ANKCAS E HEAT ER
COMP COMPR ES S OR
CT CONT ROL TRANS FOR MER
DIS C DIS CONNECT SWITC H
F C FAN MOTOR CONTACTOR
F CC FAN CYCL E CONT ROL
GND GR OUND
HR H E A T E R R E L A Y A S N E E D E D
H PC HIGH PR ES S U RE CONT ROL
L PC LOW PR ES S U RE CONT ROL
MS METAL ST RIP
OFM OUTDOOR FAN MOTOR
R C R UN CAPACITOR
R R E LAY
T B T ER MINAL BLOCK
TH TH ER MOS TAT HEATING
T DC TIME DE LAY CONT ROL
THM MOTOR SAF ETY TH ER MOS TAT
TOR TH ERMAL OV ER LOAD RE LAY
WIR E NUT
NOT ES :
1. R E PLACEMENT WIR E & FUS ES
MUS T BE SAME TY PE & SIZ E
AS OR IGINAL.
2. UNIT MUS T BE PERMANENTLY
GR OUNDED AND CONFOR M
TO N. E. C. AND LO CAL CODES .
3. MAXIMUM IN RUSH VA NOT TO
E XCE ED 92 VA.
4. MINIMUM WIR E SIZE BAS E D
ON 75 DEGR E ES C INS ULATION
COPPER WIR E .
WIR ING INFORMATION
1. LINE VOLTAGE
FACTORY STANDARD
FACTORY OPTION
F IELD INS TALLED
2. LOW VOLTAGE
FACTORY STANDARD
FACTORY OPTION
F IELD INS TALLED
3. R E PLACEMENT WIR E
MUS T BE THE SAME SIZE AND TY PE OF
INS ULATION AS OR IGINAL (105C MIN. )
WAR NING
CABIN ET MUS T BE PERMANENTLY
GR OUNDED AND CONFORM TO I. E. C. ,
N. E. C. ( C. E. C. - CANADA) AND LO CAL .
CODES AS APPLICABL E.
90-42663-08-03
WIR ING SCHEMATIC
CONDE NS ING UNIT
208-230,
460, 575, 3 PH, 50 & 60 Hz
380, 3 PH, 60 Hz
WIR E COLOR CODE
B K BLACK O ORANGE
B R BROWN P R PURPL E
B L BL UE R R E D
G GR E E N W WHI TE
G Y GR AY Y YELLOW
AH SUPPLY FAN
McQuay Cat 223 21
Engineering Guide Specification
Engineeri ng Guide Speci fication
Part 1: General
1.01 Summary:
A Section includes design, performance criteria, refrigerants,
and installation requirements for air cooled split
condensing units
1.02 References
A ARI-365 Commercial and Industrial Unitary Air Cooled
Condensing Units
B ANSI / ASHRAE 15 Safety Standard for Refrigerated
Systems
1.03 Submittals
A Submit Shop drawings and product data in accordance with
the specifications.
B Submittals shall include the following:
1 Dimensioned drawings with required clearances and
location of all field connections.
2 Summary of all auxiliary utility requirements, such as
electricity, water, compressed air, etc. Summary shall
indicate quality and quantity of each required utility.
1.04 Qualifications
A Qualifications: Equipment manufacturer must specialize in
the manufacture of the type of products specified and have
five years experience with similar equipment and
refrigerant offered.
B Regulatory Requirements: Comply with the codes and
standards specified.
C Manufacturer's plant must be ISO Registered.
1.05 Delivery and Handling
A Condensing units shall be delivered to the job site
assembled and charged with a holding charge of dry
nitrogen.
B Comply with the manufacturer's instructions for rigging
and handling equipment.
1.06 Warranty
A The refrigeration equipment manufacturer's initial warranty
shall be within 12 months from start-up or 18 months from
shipment, whichever occurs first. The warranty shall
provide for repair or replacement due to material and
workmanship that proves defective within the above
period, excluding refrigerant.
1.07 Maintenance
A Include instructions for installation, maintenance and
service.
B Maintenance of the units shall be the responsibility of the
owner and performed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Part 2: Products
2.01 Acceptable Manufacturers
A Basis of design: McQuay International
B (Approved Equal)
2.02 Unit Description
A Provide and install as shown on the plans factory-
assembled, air-cooled scroll compressor, R410A
condensing units in the size and quantity specified. Each
unit shall consist of hermetic scroll compressor air-cooled
condenser section.
B The complete unit shall be UL listed.
2.03 Design Requirements
A General: Provide a complete condensing unit as specified
herein and as shown on the drawings. The unit shall be in
accordance with the standards referenced in section 1.02
and any local codes in effect.
B Performance: Refer to the schedule of performance on the
drawings.
2.04 Condensing Section (Scroll)
A Air Cooled Condenser
1 Exterior panels shall be constructed of pre-painted steel
with a 1000-hour ASTM B117 salt spray test.
2 The condensing section shall be open on the sides and
bottom to provide access and to allow airflow through
the coils. Condenser coils shall be constructed with 3/8"
copper tubing mechanically bonded to aluminum fins for
maximum heat transfer. Each condenser coil shall be
factory leak tested with high-pressure air under water.
3 Condenser fans shall be direct drive, propeller type
designed for low tip speed, vertical air discharge, and
include service guards. Fan blades shall be constructed
of steel and riveted to a steel center hub. Condenser fan
motor shall be direct drive, single phase permanently
lubricated PSC motors with inherent thermal overload.
4 Unit shall have standard pressure controls that cycle the
condenser fan motors to maintain condensing pressures
for operation down to 0F ambient.
5 Unit shall be equipped with full-face louvers for hail
protection.
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Engineering Guide Specification
B Scroll Compressors
1 Unit shall have heavy-duty Copeland scroll compressors.
2 Compressor shall be equipped with thermal overload
protection.
3 Compressors shall be isolated with resilient rubber
isolators to decrease noise transmission.
4 Compressor circuit shall be complete with low pressure
control, liquid line shut off valve, and manual reset high
pressure safety switch.
C Refrigerant Circuit: Capped connections shall be external
to the unit providing for field connection of refrigerant
piping.
D Unit shall have a liquid line and suction line service valve.
2.05 Controls
A Unit shall be equipped with a 24 V terminal strip for field
supplied and installed controls.
2.06 Electrical
A All wiring shall comply with UL requirements. The unit
shall be provided with a factory wired weatherproof control
panel. Unit shall have a single point power terminal block
for main power connection. A terminal board shall be
provided for low voltage control wiring.
B Unit shall be equipped with low voltage transformers and
motor starters.
Part 3: Execution
3.01 Installation
A Install in strict accordance with manufacturer's
requirements, shop drawings, and contract documents.
B Adjust and level unit in alignment on supports.
C Coordinate electrical installation with electrical contractor.
D Coordinate controls with control contractor.
3.02 Start-Up
A Install proper charge of refrigerant and oil.
B Provide testing and starting of machine, and instruct the
owner in its proper operation and maintenance.
McQuay Cat 223 23
Engineering Guide Specification
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Warranty
All McQuay equipment is sold pursuant to its standard terms and conditions of sale, including Limited Product
Warranty. Consult your local McQuay Representative for warranty details. Refer to Form 933-43285Y. To find your
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