GENERAL 1

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 2

WARRANTY 3

NOMENCLATURE 3

NAMEPLATE DESCRIPTION 4

COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION 5

MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLER 10

GENERAL DATA TABLE 11

MODELS LAYOUT 13

INSTALLATION 14

OPERATION 15

MAINTENANCE 19

TROUBLE SHOOTING 23

ELECTRICAL DATA TABLES 25

WIRING DIAGRAM 26

REFRIGERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 30

GENERAL
Dear Customer
Thank you for choosing PETRA’s Air Conditioning Split Unit All procedures presented in this manual, such as installation,
Computer Rooms (PASC) unit. operation and maintenance must be performed by trained
Please read this manual thoroughly since it contains and qualified personnel.
valuable information on installation, operation and
maintenance of the unit. This will ensure a longer life time Receiving
for the unit
On arrival, inspect the unit before signing the delivery note.
Specify any damage on the delivery note and send a letter
The following symbols will be used in this operational manual
of protest to the last carrier of the goods.
to alert you to areas of potential hazard:

Inspection
Check the shipment received according to the shipping list
A NOTE is used to highlight additional data that may be to make sure that shipment is complete. After inspecting the
helpful to you. unit, protect properly during storage or while moving it to
the actual installation site. This step is important to maintain
warranty to protect unit against adverse weather, theft or
A CAUTION is used to identify a hazard which could lead to vandalism on job-site.
personal or machine injury.
Damage to Units
Be sure to inspect the unit upon receipt for damage. If the
A WARNING is used to identify a hazard which could lead to unit has been damaged in transit, file a claim with the
personal death or machine destruction or break down. transportation company immediately and check your
insurance company immediately.

An IMPORTANT is used to focus on information that must

be noted.

This manual covers the installation, operation and

maintenance of PETRA’s Air Conditioning Split Unit
Computer Rooms (PASC) unit.

This will ensure proper operation and a long-life service

for the unit.

For more information please contact your local service

center or refer to PETRA Factory.

If you need any further information about PETRA’s Air

Conditioning Split Unit Computer Rooms (PASC) units or
other Units, please do not hesitate to contact us at your
nearest sales office.

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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Installation, start up and service of air conditioning
equipment can be hazardous due to system pressures, Utmost care has been taken in the design and the
electrical components and equipment location [roofs, manufacture of the units to ensure that they meet safety
elevated structure...,etc.]. Therefore only trained and requirements. However, the individual operating or working
qualified installation and service technicians should install, on any machinery is primarily responsible for:
start up or service this equipment. personal safety, safety of other personnel, and the
machinery.

This manual covers the installation, operation and

maintenance of PETRA’s Air Conditioning Split Unit Wear safety glasses and work gloves.
Computer Rooms (PASC) unit.

Be careful when handling, rigging and setting bulky

PETRA Air Conditioning Split Unit Computer Rooms (PASC)
equipment.
units are equipped with unsurpassed features
microprocessor controller to manage the unit performance
for optimum efficiency at both full load and part load values.
Keep quenching cloth and extinguishers nearby when
brazing.
When working with the equipment, observe precautions in
the literature as well as the tags, stickers and labels placed
on the units. Do not tip units on their side during transportation or
installation, otherwise severe internal damage may occur.

Keep all doors and screws installed on unit while moving

unit and installing ductwork. Before driving screws into the cabinet, check the inside of
This will help ensure that the unit stays square allowing for the unit to be sure the screw will not hit electrical or water
easier removal of doors after the ductwork is attached. lines.

Follow all safety codes. The unit must not be operated outside the design limits
specified in this manual.

Be sure to disconnect power before servicing this equipment.

The manufacturer will not be liable for any injury or damage
caused by incorrect installation, operation or maintenance
Before operating, be sure the unit is properly grounded to resulting from a failure to follow the procedures and
prevent injury or death from electrical shock. instructions detailed in the manuals.

DO NOT VENT refrigerant relief valves within a building.

Relief valves outlet must be vented outdoors.

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NAMEPLATE DESCRIPTION
Indoor unit
A : The code identification of the machine model.
B : Reference number of the project.
C : The serial number of the machine.
D : The nominal operating power supply voltage over
A B frequency over the number of phases required.
E : The quantity of compressors installed.
F : The voltage required for the compressors with ±10%
C D tolerance.
G : Locked rotor ampere (starting current) for compressor.
H : Rated load ampere for each compressor.
E F G H I J I : The maximum running current.
J : Horse power of motor.
K : The quantity of evaporator motors installed.
L : The voltage required for the evaporator motor with
±10%tolerance.
M : The number of the phases of the evaporator motor.
N : Motor Kilowatt.
O : Full load ampere for each evaporator motor.
K L M N O
P : The quantity / stages of electric heater installed.
P Q R S T Q : The voltage required for the electric heater with
±10%tolerance.
U Kpa V R : The number of the phases of the electric heater.
Minimum water loop Chiller minimum water S : Kilowatt capacity of the heater.
volume (GAL) flow rate (GBM)
T : Full load ampere for electric heater.
U : Test pressure at 3100 Kpa.
W V : The type of refrigerant.
W : Manufacturing date of the machine.

Outdoor unit
A The code identification of the machine model.
B The serial number of the machine.
C The nominal operating power supply voltage over
frequency over the number of phases required.
A B D Number of condenser fan motor.
C E The voltage required for the condenser motor with
±10% tolerance.
F The frequency of the condenser motor.
D E F G H I G The number of phases of the condenser motor.
J Kpa K H Nominal power consumption of the condenser motor.
L I Full load ampere for condenser motor.
J Coil test presser at 3100 Kpa.
K The type of refrigerant.
M L The reference number of the machine.
M Manufacturing date of the machine.

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COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION

Indoor Unit
Compressor
The compressor used is the highly efficient, heavy-duty Evaporator Fan Motors
hermetic compressor located in a separate compartment, Motors are of the totally enclosed induction type, with
refrigerant cooled motor with internal thermal overload fan/motor assembly placed on a floating base with flexible
protection in each phase. The compressor has the following connection at the fan/casing interface. The base itself is
features: mounted on rubber in sheer vibration isolators to eliminate
! High performance & efficiency noise and vibration transition to building.
! Low noise All motors have the following features:
! Internal Relief Valve ! Induction type, single speed, four poles
! Crankcase Heater ! Highly efficient
! Rubber vibration absorber ! Squirrel-cage
! Internal thermal current protection
! Ip55 protection with class "F" insulation

Evaporator Coil
The evaporator coil is designed to deliver its respective duty
with optimum performance at all design conditions. Coils are
manufactured from seamless copper tubes mechanically Filters
expanded into aluminum fins. All coils are tested at 3110Kpa Each Module has a 50mm thick washable aluminum
air pressure under water to avoid leakage. They also flat filter.
undergo dry chemical cleaning after manufacturing for
optimum system cleanliness.

Evaporator Fan
Each module has Double Width Double Inlet (DWDI)
forward curved centrifugal belt driven type fan. Fans are
statically and dynamically balanced to ensure quiet
operation and optimal performance. The fan section
features are the following:
! Permanently lubricated ball bearings
! Fan deck for improved airflow
! Draw through airflow for even air distribution
! Grooved type V-Belts
! Adjustable blower speed by means of variable pitch
Drain Pan
motor pulley
Coils are equipped with a corrosion free stainless steel drain
pan that is insulated on the sides and underside to prevent
condensation.

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COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION

Outdoor unit
Condenser Coil
The condenser coil is designed to deliver its respective The suction accumulator will protect the compressor, even if
duties with optimum performance at all design conditions. several pounds of refrigerant may suddenly return through
Coils are manufactured from seamless copper tubes the suction line it will not flood into the compressor.
mechanically expanded into aluminum fins. All coils are The liquid refrigerant is temporarily held in the suction
tested at 3110Kpa air pressure under water to avoid accumulator and metered back to the compressor at a
leakage. They also undergo dry chemical cleaning after controlled rate, through the metering orifice.
manufacturing for optimum system cleanliness.
Moisture sight glass indicator
Direct Drive Fan The sight glass allows the operator or service personnel to
Fans are of the propeller (Axial) type, which are directly observe the flow of liquid refrigerant. It provides a warning
mounted on the motor shaft. Fan blades are made of coated signal in the event that moisture has entered the system,
steel for maximum corrosion resistance, and are statically indicating that the filter should be changed or that some
and dynamically balanced before installation. PETRA also action needs to be taken to effectively dry the system. Clear
provides its "Patented Design" for the condenser fan flow of liquid refrigerant indicates sufficient charge in the
mounting; this new design offers low noise operation with system.
high efficiency performance. All condenser fans are
equipped with wire guards.

Refrigeration components
Thermostatic Expansion Valve
This device controls the superheat of refrigerant vapor at
the outlet of the evaporator, it acts as a throttle device
between the high pressure and low pressure sides of a
refrigeration system and ensures that the rate of refrigerant
flow into the evaporator exactly matches the rate of
evaporation of liquid refrigerant in the evaporator. Thus, the
evaporator is fully utilized and no liquid refrigerant will reach
the compressor. Unit must be in operation at least 12 hours before moisture
indicator can give an accurate reading.
With the unit running, the indicating element must be in
contact with the liquid refrigerant to give a true reading.

Service Charging Nipple

It is a schroader valve used to enable service personnel to
take the pressure for different purposes such as unit
checking or charging....etc.

Solenoid valve
This is normally closed with a de-energized coil solenoid
Suction Accumulator valve and is fitted on the liquid line. The solenoid valve is
Its purpose is to protected the compressor from damage opened when the compressor is ON and closed when the
due to the sudden return of liquid through suction lines. compressor is OFF.
Compressors on many air-conditioning units are often
subjected to this sudden return, resulting in broken valves,
pistons, connecting rods, crank-shafts, blown gaskets or
bearing failure.

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COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION
Filter Drier Electrical components
Moisture will enter a system any time it is operated for
Contactor
Field services. A filter drier is a very effective method for
The contactors are mainly used for controlling
removing small amounts of moisture and contamination. It
3-phase motors.
is installed in the refrigerant liquid line, so that all the
refrigerant in the circulation passes through the drier, each
time it circulates through the system.

The unit should contain all the required contactors to start

all motors such as (compressors and condenser fan motor).
Pressure Switches
High Pressure Switch / (Manual Reset) The switch has fixed,
non-adjustable settings, and is mounted in the discharge Control Circuit Breaker (CCB)
side of the compressor. The switch is provided to protect the This device is incorporated in the unit as part of the control
compressor and the refrigeration system from unsafe high circuit to protect the control circuit from short circuiting.
pressure conditions. If an unsafe high pressure condition
should exist, the switch opens and shuts OFF the
compressor

High Pressure Switch Low Pressure Switch

The unit’s control module prevents the unit from restarting. The crankcase heater of each compressor can be energized
Do not operate the unit on high pressure of when this control circuit breaker is switched ON.
more than 2826 Kpa. It is highly recommended to energize the crankcase heaters
- Low Pressure Switch / (Automatic Reset) of the compressors 24 hours before operating the unit for
This switch, which is mounted on the compressor has fixed, the first time or if the unit was out of use for a long period
non-adjustable settings. of time.
It is of the automatic reset type.

Pressure Switches
Cut Out Cut In
Control Transformer
Limit Table Transforms the voltage from primary voltage (220 , 240
High Pressure Kpa 2826 1896 volt) into secondary voltage (24 volt) for microprocessor
Low Pressure Kpa 69 138 supply.

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COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION
Voltage Monitor /Phase Failure Relay (PFR) Internal Thermal Motor Protector (TMP)
The function of this device is to protect the unit in the A. All condenser fan motors are protected by internal over
following conditions: current protection. The function of this internal protection
Phase reversal is to monitor the temperature rises at "hot spots" inside
Phase loss the motor windings.
Under voltage
Phases imbalance If the motor temperature is increased to a dangerous level,
Over voltage the bimetallic strip inside the motor will open and stop the
compressor related to this circuit.
The controller will give an alarm signal if any of the above
conditions occur, to indicate the fault condition. The PFR has B. Compressor internal motor protector (MP)
a small indication LED to indicate its status as follows. The device can be found inside the electric terminal box
Green light: to indicate the correct power supply and of each compressor. The function of this device is to
nominal operation monitor the temperature of the motor windings in
Red light: to indicate fault condition combination with PTC resistors built into each phase
windings. After cool down, a built in lockout prevents the
compressor from restarting and eliminates pendulum
switching.
If the unit was tripped on the PFR it should restart
automatically after the cause of the trip has been
eliminated. Cranckcase Heater
The heater minimizes the absorption of the liquid refrigerant
See the picture for the following legend by the oil in the crankcase during brief or extended
[Link] voltage adjustment: rotate the “VOLTAGE ADJ. (VAC)” shutdown periods.
to the nominal three - phase line voltage feeding the
motor to be protected
[Link] delay adjustment: rotate the “RESTART (SEC)”
adjustment to the description position The heater is located in the bottom cover of the compressor.
[Link] STATUS: to indicate the operation of the device: The heater must be tight to prevent it from backing out of
When turning on the power to the unit ,the LED will the heater well. The heater eventually burns out if exposed
alternate between red and green until a start delay period to air for an extended period.
has elapsed. Then the LED will turn solid green to indicate
that the device energizes its output contacts and operates
normally without any faults.
In case of fault, the LED will turn solid red to indicate that
Never open any switch that de-energizes the crankcase
the device has been tripped and its output contacts do
heater unless unit is being serviced or is to be shut down
not energize. When the cause/s of the trip has/have been
for a prolonged period.
eliminated, the LED will alternate between red and green
After a prolonged shutdown on a service job, energize the
until an automatic restart delay period has elapsed, and
crankcase.
then turn solid green to indicate the normal operating of
the device.
Electric Heater
-Finned tube electrical heating elements with automatic
thermal safety cutout and contractors.
1 Maintain the room dry bulb temperature during the system’s
dehumidification process.
2

The under/over voltage tripping occurs at ±10% of the set

value a deviation of 10% of the nominal voltage.

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COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION
Air flow switch Electrical Options
This device is used to provide protection in case of airflow ! Power circuit breaker for each motor
failure (when the supply fan has failed or when the supply ! Main power circuit breaker for the whole unit
air meets any resistance in a way that reduces heat ! External overload for each motor
exchange with the electric heaters). The controller will ! Disconnect service switch: a unit mounted non-fused
prevent the electric heaters from continued operation and disconnect service switch with external handle to isolate
will turn the whole unit off. the unit from power voltage for servicing
! Earth leakage relay for each compressor
! Earth leakage relay for the whole unit
! Automatic or manual provision for pump down operation
! Building automation system interface. Interfacing with
another building management system can be achieved by
some additions which can communicate with other devices
using the serial communication port
! Graphical display for Temperature and Humidity with Time
! Stand-by function and auto sequencing between units to
equalize operating hours
! Smoke detector, to provide protection for the system from
! Differential pressure switch: This device is incorporated in the hazards of fire that may occur for any reason. The
the unit to provide protection in case of a dirty filter device has the ability to sense the presence of smoke, and
! Time & date display if present, it will a give signal to the controller which will
! Low ambient control: To permit the unit to operate in low shut down the unit
ambient temperatures, head pressure control can be
installed by varying the speed of the condenser fan motor
using a speed regulator or a variable frequency drive.
PETRA can provide a full supervisory system for full
monitoring of the unit operation. This includes the hardware
devices and the software.
Steam Humidifier
The steam humidifier is of the immersed electrode type and
is based on the most advanced microprocessor technology.
It is complete with cleanable cylinder, fill and drain valves, Main Function Of Supervisory System
stainless steel distributor and electronic control. ! Modification of the control parameters for each single
connected instrument
! Local or remote supervisory system
! Readings for temperature and humidity sensors are
incorporated in the unit
! Status of the unit (ON/OFF, alarm, stand by)
! Alarm management of the unit includes:
a. Display message with detailed alarm description
b. Print out in real time of detected alarm.
! Daily reports of events.

Construction Options
Refrigeration Options Specially treated condenser coil: Available where the air
! Pressure gauges for refrigeration circuit cooled condenser is subject to contaminating or corrosive
(high/low pressure gauges) air stream. Special coatings can be applied to reduce
! Ozone friendly refrigerant R-134a for models corrosion.
(PASC 85 - PASC 175) ! Copper fin /copper tube coils.
! Hot gas bypass ! Condensate pump: Provided for field installations.
! Extra refrigerant accessories such as liquid receiver ! Top discharge construction with supply and return grills
! High pressure gauge used to read the high pressure ! Centrifugal type condenser fans: Recommended for indoor
(liquid or discharge), its normal range is (3068 - 4137)Kpa installations; allows for ducted intake and discharge
! Semi hermetic compressors
! Two compressors for a single module
! Water or Glycol cooled condenser
! Synthetic media flat filter
! Chilled water cooling coil

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MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLER
PETRA's microprocessor controller is engineered to meet the ! Permanent parameters saving in the EPROM, to prevent
most demanding requirements for all control and data data loss in case of power failure.
monitoring applications. ! Connectivity to Modbus, Lontalk or BACnet, B.M.S.
It could be activated to perform different functions for (Optional)
cooling and heating applications. However, in order to ! Supervisory and maintenance function with hardware and
render the microprocessor control and peripherals easy to software provided by Petra. (Optional)
use by all skill levels of service teams, only necessary ! Auto restart after power failure.
functions for safety sequence of operation and alarm ! Giving the following alarm messages:
function are activated as standard conventional control such - Loss of airflow
as, high pressure, flow switches, etc., thus allowing the - Dirty filters
service technicians to inspect and maintain such devices in - High discharge pressure
the conventional manner. - Low suction pressure
- High and low room temperatures
- High and low room humidity
- Compressor thermal overload
- Condenser fan motor thermal overload
- Evaporator fan motor thermal overload
- Heaters’ thermal overload
- Phase failure (under voltage, over voltage, phase
imbalance, phase loss and phase reversal)
- Fire alarm (Fire system supplied by others)
- Water under floor
- Humidifier alarm
- Smoke detector alarm (Optional)
! The following standard data can be obtained on the
PETRA air conditioning controller provides the following: screen:
! Ease of use with a 4row/20column LCD display and an - Current room temperature
attractive user-friendly interface. - Current supply Temperature
! Remote start-up system command, automatic - Current room humidity
(cooling/heating) system changes over. - Temperature set point
! General alarm dry-contact that can be interfaced with - Humidity set point
remote alarm device. - Cooling status
! Extended wall mounted display for remote control from up - Heating status
to 150 meters. (Optional) - Humidification status
! Safety and control time delays: - De-humidification status
a. Time delay for the unit in start-up and shut down - Compressor (ON/OFF)
b. Time delay between two subsequent starts of the - Evaporator fan (ON/OFF)
same compressor - Electric heater (ON/OFF)
c. Time delay between activation of 1st and 2nd - Steam humidifier (ON/OFF)
compressor (multi compressors unit option only) - Date and time display
d. Time delay between stops of 1st and 2nd compressor - Compressor operating Hours
(multi compressors unit option only) - Alarm history: The advanced microprocessor
e. Time delay between activation of main fan and the displays the last 1600 alarms with time and date
compressor stamp for each alarm
! Ability to be connected to printer without PC. (Optional)
! Control of activation of electrical heaters. (Reheat
Function)
! Low ambient control.
! Compressor selection (activation) depending on operating
hours (lead-lag management) to maintain the same
operating hours for each compressor.
! Connectivity to the p-LAN network for up to 16 units to
provide the unit with much more stages or options.
(optional)
! Controlling the unit in de-humidification and humidification
modes.
! Managing the stand-by and sequencing functions to equal
operating hours. (Optional in case of multi units)

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