18-BC52D5-5

Installer’s Guide
Heat Pumps
2TWB0012-036AA
ALL phases of this installation must comply with NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES

IMPORTANT — This Document is customer property and is to remain with this unit. Please return to service information
pack upon completion of work.

These instructions do not cover all variations in

systems nor provide for every possible contingency to
be met in connection with installation. All phases of
1 5 FT. ABOVE UNIT-UNRESTRICTED
this installation must comply with NATIONAL, STATE
AND LOCAL CODES. Should further information be
desired or should particular problems arise which are not
covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s purposes, the matter
should be referred to your installing dealer or local distributor.

A. GENERAL
The following instructions cover 2TWB0012-036AA Heat
Pump Units.

NOTE:
These outdoor units may be used with indoor units
equipped with Thermostatic Expansion Valve or Accutron™
Flow Control Check Valve (F.C.C.V.) assembly for refrigerant
flow control only.

Check for transportation damage after unit is uncrated.

Report promptly, to the carrier, any damage found to the unit.
To determine the electrical power requirements of the unit,
refer to the nameplate of the unit. The electrical power space. The barrier should be constructed of materials
available must agree with that listed on the nameplate. which will blend in with the building design.
The Weathertron® Heat Pump has been designed and 3. Avoid locating the unit where condensation and freezing
manufactured to withstand and operate in severe winter of defrost vapor may annoy the customer. For instance,
conditions. However, there are precautionary steps which installing the unit under a bedroom, kitchen, or picture
should be taken at the time of installation which will help window may be annoying to the customer since conden-
assure the efficient operation of the unit. It is recom- sate and fog will occur during the defrost cycle.
mended that these precautions be taken for units 4. Avoid locating the unit under the eaves or other over-
being installed in areas where snow accumulation and head structures as sizeable icicles may form and the unit
prolonged below freezing temperatures occur. may be damaged by these falling icicles.
1. Units should be elevated 3 to 12 inches above the pad or
rooftop, depending on local weather. This additional B. LOCATION AND PREPARATION
height will allow better drainage of snow and ice (melted OF THE UNIT
during defrost cycle) prior to its refreezing. This should 1. When removing unit from the pallet, notice the tabs on
prevent a build-up of ice around the unit which occurs the basepan. Remove tabs by cutting with a sharp tool as
when unit is not elevated. Insure that drain holes in shown on page 2, Figure 2, and slide unit off of pallet.
unit base pan are not obstructed preventing 2. The unit should be set on a level support pad at least as
draining of defrost water. large as the unit base pan, such as a concrete slab. If this
2. If possible, avoid locations that are likely to accumulate is not the application used please refer to application
snow drifts. If not possible, a snow drift barrier should be bulletin SSC-APG002-EN.
installed around the unit to prevent a build-up of snow 3. The support pad must NOT be in direct contact with any
on the sides of the unit and should be of sufficient structure. Unit must be positioned a minimum of 12"
distance from the unit to prevent restriction of airflow to from any wall or surrounding shrubbery to insure
and from the unit. Also allow for proper maintenance adequate airflow. Clearance must be provided in front of
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IMPORTANT:
2 BASEPAN TAB REMOVAL The outdoor unit is shipped with the proper size orifice and a
stick-on orifice size label in an envelope attached to the outdoor
unit. Outdoor unit nameplate will have correct orifice size
specified as BAYFCCV --- A for rated performance.

D. INSTALLING REFRIGERANT LINES

Condensing units have provisions for flare connections.
Pressure taps are provided on the service valves of outdoor
unit for compressor suction and liquid pressures.
The indoor end of the recommended refrigerant line sets may
be straight or with a 90 degree bend, depending upon
situation requirements. This should be thoroughly checked
control box (access panels) and any other side requiring out before ordering refrigerant line sets.
service access to meet National Electrical Code. Also, the
unit location must be far enough away from any struc- The gas line must always be insulated.
ture to prevent excess roof run-off water from pouring
IMPORTANT:
directly on the unit. Do not locate unit(s) close to
The unit has a NITROGEN holding charge which will need to
bedroom(s).
be evacuated before charging per local system application
4. The top discharge area must be unrestricted for at least requirement.
five (5) feet above the unit.
5. When the outdoor unit is mounted on a roof, be sure the Refrigerant charge adjustment is necessary. Use the
roof will support the unit’s weight. Properly selected Charging Charts in the outdoor unit Service Facts.
isolation is recommended to prevent transmission to the 1. Determine the most practical way to run the lines.
building structure. 2. Consider types of bends to be made and space
6. The maximum length of refrigerant lines from outdoor to limitations.
indoor unit should NOT exceed eighty (80) feet.
NOTE:
7. If outdoor unit is mounted above the air handler, maxi- Large diameter tubing will be very difficult to rebend once it
mum lift should not exceed sixty (60) feet (suction line). has been shaped.
If air handler is mounted above condensing unit, maxi-
mum lift should not exceed sixty (60) feet (liquid line). 3. Determine the best starting point for routing the refriger-
8. Locate and install indoor coil or air handler in accor- ant tubing — INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE STRUCTURE.
dance with instruction included with that unit. 4. Provide a pull-thru hole of sufficient size to allow both
liquid and gas lines.
C. ACCUTRON™ FLOW CONTROL VALVE
If the indoor unit System Refrigerant Flow control is an 5. Be sure the tubing is of sufficient length.
Accutron™ orifice and check valve assembly, an orifice size 6. Uncoil the tubing — do not kink or dent.
change may be necessary.
7. Route the tubing making all required bends and
The outdoor model determines the required orifice size. properly secure the tubing before making connections.
Check the listed orifice size on nameplate of the selected
8. To prevent a noise within the building structure due to
outdoor model. If the indoor unit is factory shipped with a
vibration transmission from the refrigerant lines, the
different orifice size, the orifice must be changed to obtain
following precautions should be taken:
system rated performance.

3 BRAZE TYPE INDOOR END

4 LIQUIID LINE SERVICE VALVE
SEALING CAP

ACCUTRONTM
COMPONENTS

ADAPTER

FLOW CONTROL
CHECK VALVE
(F.C.C.V.) ORIFICE

BODY

AS SHIPPED

FIELD SUPPLIED
LIQUID LINE

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NOTICE:
5 GAS LINE SERVICE VALVE Precautions should be taken to avoid heat damage to
basepan during brazing. It is recommended to keep the
flame directly off of the basepan.

7. Use a Dry Nitrogen Purge and Brazing Alloy without

flux when brazing the field line to the copper factory
connection. Flow dry nitrogen into either valve pressure
tap port, thru the tubing and out the other port while
brazing.
8. Braze using accepted good brazing techniques.
LEAK CHECK
IMPORTANT:
Replace pressure tap port valve core before attaching hoses for
evacuation.

After the brazing operation of refrigerant lines to both the

outdoor and indoor unit is completed, the field brazed
connections must be checked for leaks. Pressurize through
the service valve ports, the indoor unit and field refrigerant
lines with dry nitrogen to 350-400 psi. Use soap bubbles or
other leak-checking methods to see that all field joints are
a. When the refrigerant lines have to be fastened to floor leak-free! If not, release pressure; then repair!
joists or other framing in a structure, use isolation SYSTEM EVACUATION
type hangers.
NOTE:
b. Isolation hangers should also be used when refriger- Since the outdoor unit has a refrigerant charge, the gas and
ant lines are run in stud spaces or enclosed ceilings. liquid line valves must remain closed.
c. Where the refrigerant lines run through a wall or sill,
they should be insulated and isolated. 1. Upon completion of leak check, evacuate the refrigerant
lines and indoor coil before opening the gas and liquid
d. Isolate the lines from all ductwork. line valves.
E. SERVICE VALVE OPERATION 2. Attach appropriate hoses from manifold gauge to gas
and liquid line pressure taps.
BRASS LIQUID AND GAS LINE SERVICE VALVES
The Brass Liquid and Gas Line Service Valves are factory NOTE:
shipped in the seated position to hold factory charge. The Unnecessary switching of hoses can be avoided and com-
pressure tap service port (when depressed) opens only to the plete evacuation of all lines leading to sealed system can
field brazing side of the valve when the valve is in the seated be accomplished with manifold center hose and connecting
position. The liquid line valve is not a back seating valve (see branch hose to a cylinder of HCFC-22 and vacuum pump.
WARNING below).
3. Attach center hose of manifold gauges to vacuum pump.
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! WARNING 4. Evacuate until the micron gauge reads no higher than
Extreme caution should be exercised when opening the 350 microns.
Liquid and Gas Line Service Valves. Turn valve stem
5. Close off valve to vacuum pump and observe the micron
counterclockwise only until the stem contacts the rolled
gauge. If gauge pressure rises above 500 microns in one
edge. (See Figures 4 and 5) No torque is required.
(1) minute, then evacuation is incomplete or system has
BRAZING REFRIGERANT LINES a leak.
1. Remove lower access cover to access service valves. 6. If vacuum gauge does not rise above 500 microns in
2. Before brazing, remove plugs from external copper stub one (1) minute, the evacuation should be complete.
tubes. Clean internal and external surfaces of stub tubes 7. With vacuum pump and micron gauge blanked off, open
prior to brazing. valve on HCFC-22 cylinder and charge refrigerant lines
3. Cut and fit tubing, minimizing the use of sharp 90° bends. and indoor coil with vapor to tank pressure of HCFC-22
supply.
4. Insulate the entire gas line and its fittings.
5. Do NOT allow uninsulated liquid line to come in direct NOTE:
contact with bare gas line. DO NOT VENT REFRIGERANT INTO THE ATMOSPHERE.
6. Precautions should be taken to avoid heat damage 8. Close valve on HCFC-22 supply cylinder. Close valves on
to the pressure tap valve core during brazing. It is manifold gauge set and remove refrigerant charging
recommended that the pressure tap port valve hoses from liquid and gas pressure tap ports.
core be removed and a wet rag wrapped around
the valve body. NOTE:
A 3/16" Allen wrench is required to open liquid line service
NOTICE: valve. A 1/4" Open End or Adjustable wrench is required to
Use care to make sure that no moisture enters pressure tap open gas line valve. A 3/4" Open End wrench is required to
port, while wet rag is being used. take off the valve stem cap.
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9. The liquid line shut-off valve can now be opened. Remove 9. Mount the indoor thermostat in accordance with instruc-
shut-off valve cap. Fully insert hex wrench into the stem tion included with the thermostat. Wire per appropriate
and backout counterclockwise until valve stem just hook-up diagram (included in these instructions).
touches rolled edge (approximately five [5] turns) observ-
ing WARNING statement on page 3. See Figure 4. G. DEFROST CONTROL
10. Replace liquid service pressure tap port cap and valve The demand defrost control measures heat pump outdoor
stem cap. These caps MUST BE REPLACED to ambient temperature with a sensor located outside the
prevent leaks. Replace valve stem and pressure tap cap outdoor coil. A second sensor located on the outdoor coil is
finger tight, then tighten an additional 1/6 turn. used to measure the coil temperature. The difference be-
tween the ambient and the colder coil temperature is the
11. The gas valve can now be opened. For a ball type gas difference or delta-T measurement. This delta-T measure-
valve, open the gas valve by removing the shut-off valve ment is representative of the operating state and relative
cap and turning the valve stem 1/4 turn counterclock- capacity of the heat pump system. By measuring the change
wise, using 1/4" Open End or Adjustable wrench. See in delta-T, we can determine the need for defrost. The coil
Figure 5. For brass gas line service valve opening, follow sensor also serves to sense outdoor coil temperature for
9 and 10 above. See Figure 6. termination of the defrost cycle.
12. The gas valve is now open for refrigerant flow. Replace FAULT IDENTIFICATION
valve stem cap to prevent leaks. Again, these caps A fault condition is indicated by the flashing light on the
MUST BE REPLACED to prevent leaks. Replace valve defrost control inside the heat pump control box.
stem and pressure tap cap finger tight, then tighten an
additional 1/6 turn. See Figure 4. In normal operation, the defrost control light will flash once
each second. If the light is flashing more than once per
If refrigerant lines are longer than 15 feet and/or a different second or not at all, refer to the service manual for that unit.
size than recommended, it will be necessary to adjust system
refrigerant charge upon completion of installation. See unit PIN IDENTIFICATION (See Figure 6.)
Service Facts. 1. TEST_COMMON (Shorting any of the other pins to this
pin causes the function of the other pin to be executed.
F. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Leaving this pin open results in the normal mode of
operation.)
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! WARNING 2. TST = Test (Shorting TEST_COMMON to this pin
When installing or servicing this equipment, ALWAYS speeds up all defrost board timings.)
exercise basic safety precautions to avoid the possibility 3. FRC_DFT = Forced Defrost (Short TEST_COMMON to
of electric shock. this pin for two (2) seconds to initiate a forced defrost.
Remove the short after defrost initiates.)
1. If factory leads are attached to the line side of the
terminal block, please remove and discard before DEFROST CONTROL CHECKOUT
attaching the field power supply connection. Normal operation requires:
2. Power wiring and grounding of equipment must comply a. LED on board flashing 1 time/second.
with local codes. b. 24V AC between R & B
3. Power supply must agree with equipment nameplate. c. 24V AC between Y & B with unit operating
4. Install a separate disconnect switch at the outdoor unit. d. Defrost initiation when FRC_DFT pin is shorted to
5. Ground the outdoor unit per local code requirements. TEST_COMMON pin.
6. Provide flexible electrical conduit whenever vibration If a defrost control problem is suspected, refer to the service
transmission may create a noise problem within the information in control box.
structure.
7. The use of color coded low voltage wire is recommended
to simplify connections between the outdoor unit, the
thermostat and the indoor unit. 6 PIN IDENTIFICATION

Table 1 --- NEC Class II Control Wiring

TEST_COMMON

24 VOLTS
WIRE SIZE MAX. WIRE LENGTH
18 AWG 150 FT
16 AWG 225 FT.
14 AWG 300 FT.

8. Table 1 defines maximum total length of low voltage

FRC_DFT

wiring from outdoor unit, to indoor unit, and to

thermostat.
TST

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! WARNING J. ELECTRIC HEATERS
Electric heaters, if used, are to be installed in the air han-
Do NOT connect 24 VAC to T1 (ODS-A) terminal. ODS-A dling device according to the instructions accompanying the
thermistor WILL BE BLOWN. air handler and the heaters.

H. COMPRESSOR START UP K. OUTDOOR THERMOSTAT

After all electrical wiring is complete, SET THE THERMO- An outdoor thermostat TAYSTAT250B may be field installed.
STAT SYSTEM SWITCH IN THE OFF POSITION SO For data, see wiring diagram attached to unit and instruction
COMPRESSOR WILL NOT RUN, and apply power by sheet packaged with outdoor thermostat.
closing the system main disconnect switch. This will activate
the compressor sump heat (where used). Do not change the L. SEACOAST SALT SHIELD
Thermostat System Switch until power has been applied for If installed within one mile of salt water, including seacoasts
one (1) hour. Following this procedure will prevent potential and inland waterways, models without factory supplied
compressor overload trip at the initial start-up. Seacoast Salt Shields require the addition of BAYSEAC001
(Seacoast Kit) at installation time. Please refer to Applica-
I. OPERATIONAL AND CHECKOUT tion Guide SS-APB006-EN: Trane - Seacoast Applications and
PROCEDURES Seacoast Corrosion Protection Bulletin UN-SVB11A-EN.
Final phases of this installation are the unit Operational
and Checkout Procedures which are found in this instruction
on page 8. To obtain proper performance, all units must be
operated and charge adjustments made in accordance with
procedures found in the Service Facts.

TYPICAL FIELD HOOK-UP DIAGRAM

LEGEND
FACTORY WIRING
FIELD WIRING

Notes:
1. Be sure power supply agrees with equipment nameplate.
2. Power wiring and grounding of equipment must comply
with local codes.
3. Low Voltage wiring to be No. 18 AWG minimum conductor.
4. ODT-B Must be set lower than ODT-A.
5. If outdoor thermostats (ODT) are not used, connect WI to
W2 and W3.
6. N/A to programmable thermostat.

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2TWB0012-036AA OUTLINE DRAWING
Note: All dimensions are in MM (Inches).

MODELS BASE FIG. A B C D E F G H J K

2TWB0012AA 2 2 651 (25-5/8) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 5/8 1/4 127 (5) 57 (2-1/4) 181 (7-1/8) 44 (1-3/4) 457 (18)
2TWB0018AA 2 2 651 (25-5/8) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 3/4 5/16 127 (5) 57 (2-1/4) 181 (7-1/8) 44 (1-3/4) 457 (18)
2TWB0024AA 2 2 730 (28-3/4) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 3/4 5/16 137 (5-3/4) 65 (2-5/8) 210 (8-1/4) 57 (2-1/4) 457 (18)
2TWB0030AA 2 2 730 (28-3/4) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 7/8 3/8 137 (5-3/4) 65 (2-5/8) 210 (8-1/4) 57 (2-1/4) 457 (18)
2TWB0036AA 3 2 832 (32-3/4) 829 (32-5/8) 756 (29-3/4) 7/8 3/8 137 (5-3/4) 86 (3-3/8) 210 (8-1/4) 79 (3-1/8) 508 (20)

From Dwg. D153074 Rev. 15

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MOUNTING HOLE LOCATION
Note: All dimensions are in MM (Inches).

NOTE: For model base size,

see table on page 6.

From Dwg. 21D152989 Rev. 0

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CHECKOUT PROCEDURE
After installation has been completed, it is recommended that the entire system be checked against the following list:
1. Refrigerant Line, Leak checked .................................. [ ] 8. Supply registers and return grilles open and
2. Suction Lines and Fittings properly insulated ........... [ ] unobstructed ............................................................... [ ]

3. Have all Refrigerant Lines been secured and 9. Return air filter installed ............................................ [ ]
isolated properly? ........................................................ [ ] 10. Thermostat thermometer is accurate. Check
4. Have passages through masonry been sealed? against a reliable thermometer. Adjust per
If mortar is used, prevent mortar from coming instructions with thermostat ...................................... [ ]
into direct contact with copper tubing ........................ [ ] 11. Is correct speed tap being used?
5. Verify tightness of all electrical connects ................... [ ] (Indoor blower motor) ................................................. [ ]

6. Observe outdoor fan during on cycle for clearance 12. Operate complete system in each mode to
and smooth operation ................................................. [ ] insure safe operation. .................................................. [ ]

7. Indoor coil drain line drains freely. Pour water

into drain pan .............................................................. [ ]

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REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT
C P P S P S S
Head Pressure Too High
H P P S P S
C S P S S S S S P
Head Pressure Too Low
H S P S S S S P
C S P P S P P
Suction Pressure Too High
H S S P
C P S P S S
Suction Pressure Too Low
H P S S S S
C P P
Liquid Refrig. Floodback (TXV)
H P P
Liquid Refrig. Floodback C P S S S P
(Cap. Tube) H P S S S S
C P S S
I.D. Coil Frosting
H
Compressor Runs C S P S S S P S S S S
Inadequate or No Cooling/Htg H S P S S P S S S
ELECTRICAL
Compressor & O.D. Fan C P P S P S P P
Won’t Start H P P S P S P P
Compressor Will Not Start C P S P S S S P
But O.D. Fan Runs H P S P S S S P
C P P S
O.D. Fan Won’t Start
H P P S
C P S S S P
Compressor Hums But Won’t Start
H P S S S P
C P S P S S S P S P P S S S S S
Compressor Cycles on IOL
H P S P S S S P S P P S S S P S
C P P S P S S
I.D. Blower Won’t Start
H P P S P S S
DEFROST
C
Unit Won’t Initiate Defrost
H P P P
C
Defrost Terminates on Time
H P P
C
Unit Icing Up
H P S S S P P
C - Cooling H - Heating P - Primary Causes S - Secondary Causes
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