SCE-AC8500B230V Air Conditioner User Manual

June 5, 2024
SCE

SCE-AC8500B230V Air Conditioner

User Manual

This instruction manual contains information and instructions to enable the user to work safely, correctly and economically on the unit. Understanding and adhering to the manual can help one:

  • Avoid any dangers
  • Reduce repair costs and stoppages
  • Extend and improve the reliability and working life of the unit

PLEASE ENSURE TO USE THE RIGHT VERSION OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SUITABLE FOR YOUR UNIT

Conditions of Use
The unit is to be used exclusively for the dissipation of heat from control cabinets and enclosures in order to protect temperature sensitive components in an industrial environment. To meet the conditions of use, all the information and instructions in the instruction manual must be adhered to.

| General Danger Indicates compulsory safety regulations which are not covered by a specific pictogram such as one of the following.
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| High Electric Voltage Indicates electric shock danger.
| Important Safety Instruction Indicates instructions for safe maintenance and operation of the unit.
| Attention Indicates possible burns from hot components.
| Attention Indicates possible damage to the unit.
| Instruction Indicates possible danger to the environment.

Legal Regulations

Liability

The information, data and instructions contained in this instruction manual are current at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make technical changes to the unit in the course of its development. Therefore, no claims can be accepted for previously delivered units based on the information, diagrams or descriptions contained in this manual. No liability can be accepted for damage and production caused by:

  • Disregarding the instruction manual
  • Operation error
  • Inappropriate work on or with the unit
  • The use of non-specified spare parts and accessories
  • Unauthorized modifications or changes to the unit by the user or his personnel

Saginaw Control & Engineering is only liable for errors and omissions as outlined in the guarantee conditions contained in the main contractual agreement. Claims for damages on any grounds are excluded. back to top

Safety Instructions

Upon delivery the unit is already meeting current technical standards therefore it can be safely taken into operation. Only trained specialists are allowed to work on the unit. Unauthorized personnel must be prohibited from working on the unit. Operating personnel must inform their superiors immediately if any malfunction of the unit becomes apparent.

Please note that before starting to work on or with the unit, a procedure must be carried out inside the cabinet on which the unit is to be mounted.

Before commencing work inside the cabinet, the control cabinet manufacturer’s instruction must be read with regards to:

  • Safety instructions
  • Instructions on taking the cabinet out of operation
  • Instructions on the prevention of unauthorized cabinet reconnection

The electric equipment meets the valid safety regulations. One can find dangerous voltage (above 50V AC or above 100V DC):

  • Behind the control cabinet doors
  • On the power supply in the unit housing

The units have to be fused according to the type plate and the wiring diagram. Switch the unit off immediately if the electric power supply is interrupted.

| Danger Through Incorrect Work on the Unit Only specialized personnel are allowed to maintain and clean the unit. Regular maintenance and cleaning must be kept in order to ensure that the unit remains in perfect working condition and has a long working life.
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| Danger from Electric Voltage Only specialized personnel are allowed to maintain and clean the unit. The personnel must ensure that for the duration of the maintenance and cleaning, the unit is disconnected from the electrical supply.
| Attention Damage to the unit through the use of inappropriate cleaning materials. Please do not use aggressive cleaning material.
| Instruction Damage to the environment through unauthorized disposal. All spare parts and associated material must be disposed of according to the environmental laws.

Functional Principle

The unit functions on the principle of the compression refrigerator. The main components are: refrigerant compressor, condenser, choke and evaporator. These four components of the refrigerant plant are connected with each other by pipes to form a hermetically sealed system in which the refrigerant (R134a) circulates.

  1. Air Intake, Cabinet Side
  2. Radial Fan, Cabinet Side
  3. Evaporator
  4. Air Outlet, Cabinet Side
  5. Compressor
  6. Air Intake, Ambient Side
  7. Radial Fan, Ambient Side
  8. Condenser
  9. Air Outlet, Ambient Side
  10. Filter Dryer
  11. Expansion Valve

Technical Data

Part Numbers| SCE-AC8500B230V
SCE-AC8500B230VSS
SCE-AC8500B230VSS6
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Cooling Capacity @ 95°F / 95°F| 8500 BTU (2490 Watts)
Cooling Capacity @ 131°F / 131°F| 9881 BTU (2895 Watts)
Heating Capacity| 1500 W
Compressor| Rotary Compressor
Refrigerant| R134a
Refrigerant Charge| 34.00 oz
Max. Pressure| 362 psig
Operating Temperature Range| -4°F – 131°F
Max. Air Volume Flow| Ambient Air Circuit: 385 cfm
Cabinet Air Circuit: 235 cfm
Mounting| External
Housing Material| Mild Steel, Powder Coated
SS: Stainless Steel AISI 304
SS6: Stainless Steel AISI 316
Dimensions (H x W x D)| 61.02 x 18.00 x 13.98 inch
Weight| 165 lbs
Cutout Dimensions| 14.80 x 12.80 inch
14.80 x 13.20 inch
Rated Operating Voltage / Frequency| 230 V – 50/60 Hz
Rated Current @ 95°F / 95°F| 4.4 A
Starting Current| 22.5 A
Max. Current| 8.4 A
Power Consumption @ 95°F / 95°F| 1.03 kW
Max. Power Consumption| 1.30 kW
Fuse Rating| 16A (T) – Time Delayed [Slow Acting]
SCCR| 5kA
Transformer Inrush 120A 0.01 Sec. on 120V & 460V Unit Class CC fuse / Class C Breaker Not Recommended
Circuit Breaker – MCB Type D or K Slow Acting| 16A Slow Acting
Connection| Connection Terminal Block
NEMA Protection Class| NEMA 3, 3R, 4 & 12
SS: NEMA 3, 3R, 4, 4X & 12
Approvals| CE / cURus / UL Listed IS19
SS: IS20
Sound Level at 1.5 meters| 70 db(A)
Max Voltage at Door Switch| 5 A DC

Performance Graph

Enviro-Therm® Air Conditioners 8500 BTU/HR (2490 Watts) Performance Curve

SCE-AC8500B230V, SCE-AC8500B120V, SCE-AC8500B460V
SCE-AC8500B230VSS, SCE-AC8500B120VSS, SCE-AC8500B460VSS
SCE-AC8500B230VSS6, SCE-AC8500B120VSS6, SCE-AC8500B460VSS6

Mounting

Always disconnect the power supply before opening the unit.

Heat load to be dissipated from enclosure should not exceed specific cooling output of the unit at any condition. When selecting a cooling unit, always allow for a safety margin of at least 15% extra cooling output in the worst conditions. Air inlets and outlets must be completely free from obstruction.

Ensure that flows of air leaving and entering the cooling unit, internal and external, are not obstructed. Cooling unit enclosure air suction hole must be installed at the highest possible point. When installing the unit on a door ensure it can take the weight.

Before drilling the enclosure, ensure the fixing elements and couplings will not interfere with the equipment inside the enclosure itself. Disconnect power before starting any work inside the enclosure. Following this 1:1 Scale Drilling Template, drill the holes and make the required cuts on the enclosure. This template may have been affected by storage conditions, please check this template by verifying values of the largest dimensions before drilling. Fit the sealing strip to the cooling unit on the side connected to the enclosure and follow the installation diagram.

Mounting Principle

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  • Do not use within the first 15 minutes after installation!
  • Use only the supplied mounting hardware.
  • Tighten fasteners to 40 inch lb.
  • Ensure the mounting surface does not warp after assembly and reinforce it if necessary.

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  1. M6 Bolts
  2. M6 Toothed Washers
  3. M6 Flat Washers
  4. Enclosure
  5. Mounting Gasket
  6. Cooling Unit

Cutout Dimensions

Dimensions (H x W x D)

Electrical Connection

The cooling unit is used where heat needs to be dissipated from electrical control cabinets or similar enclosures in order to protect heat sensitive components. The unit has two completely separate air circuits which ensure that the clean cabinet air does not come into contact with the ambient air which may well be dirty or polluted. Control cabinet air conditioners can dissipate large quantities of heat from sealed enclosures, such as control cabinets, into the ambient air and at the same time reduce the cabinet internal temperature to below that of the ambient air.

The control cabinet air conditioner can function without problems in extreme ambient conditions (e.g. dusty and oily air) with a standard operating temperature ranging between -4°F and 131°F. The stated cooling capacities are according to DIN 3168.

Door Switch
The unit can be switched on and off via a door contact switch. When delivered the door contact terminals are bridged on the female connector. To connect the door contact switch remove the bridge and connect door contact switch. The contact must be closed when the cabinet door is closed.

Controller Programming

The cooling unit is intended to be used as a complementary accessory to larger industrial equipment. The unit is used where heat needs to be dissipated from electrical control cabinets or similar enclosures in order to protect heat sensitive components. It is not intended for household use. The unit has two completely separate air circuits which ensure that the clean cabinet air does not come into contact with the ambient air which may well be dirty or polluted. Enclosure cooling units can dissipate large quantities of heat from sealed enclosures such as electrical enclosures into the ambient air and at the same time reduce the cabinet internal temperature to below that of the ambient air.

The unit can function without problems in extreme ambient conditions (e.g. dusty and oily air) with a standard operating temperature ranging between +10°C and +55°C. Units can be ordered with an additional electrical cabinet heater. For the cooling capacities and environmental ratings please refer to the type plate data.

Controller

The display shows the temperature in the range of -50°C to +150°C (-58°F to +302°F). The temperature is displayed with resolution of tenths between -19.9°C and +99.9°C (-3.8°F to +211.8°F). During programming, it shows the codes and values of the parameters. The display also shows icons according to occurring events.

Display icons

Icon

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Function

| Description
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1

| Compressor relay active| Flashes when activation is delayed or inhibited by protection times, external disabling, or other procedures in progress

2

| Alarm relay active

3

| Heater relay active

4

| Ambient blower relay active
| Alarm| Flashes when alarms are active
| Heating mode| Signals operation of unit in heating mode
| Cooling mode in progress| Activated only by manual procedure

Programming
The operating parameters can be modified using the front keypad. Access differs depending on the type of parameter. Access to configuration parameters is protected by a password that prevents unwanted modifications or access by unauthorised persons.

Setting cooling set point, St1:

  1. Press and hold “SET” until the display shows St1. Once released the pre-set value of St1 will appear. (default: +35°C / +95°F)
  2. Reach the desired value by using ▲ or ▼.
  3. Press “SET” again to save the new value of St1.

Setting heating set point, St2 (only for units supplied with internal heater):

  1. Press “SET” twice slowly and display should show St2 and then the pre-set value of St2. (default: +5°C / +41°F)
  2. Reach the desired value by using ▲ or ▼.
  3. Press “SET” again to save the new value of St2.

Setting temperature units (°C / °F), low temperature alarm and high temperature alarm:

  1. Press “PRG” button for 5 seconds to reach the modifiable parameter list.

  2. Use ▲ or ▼ to reach the desired parameter:
    • C18 for temperature unit of measure
    • °C = 0
    • °F = 1
    • P25 for low temperature alarm threshold (default -10°C / +14°F)
    • P26 for high temperature alarm threshold (default +55°C / +131°F)

  3. Press “SET” on the desired parameter to display the current value.

  4. Use ▲ or ▼ to reach the desired value.

  5. Pressing “SET” temporarily saves the new value and returns to the parameters list.

  6. Repeat steps 2-5 to set other parameters.

  7. Press “PRG” for 5 seconds to permanently save the new values.

Test Function
Different test functions can be used depending on the combination of keys pressed. Such tests run for the duration of 4 minutes.

  • “SET+▲” tests Compressor and Ambient Blower relays.
  • “SET+▼” tests Alarms and Heater relays

Alarm Relay Function
Both normally closed (NC) and normally open (NO) alarm contacts are provided. These refer to the alarm state. Under normal conditions, the NC contact is closed and the NO contact is open. When an alarm condition is present or the door contact is open, the NC contact will open and the NO contact will close.

Notes:
State 2: Additional icons (1,3,4, Reverse, Direct, Test) depending on operation.
State 3: The display shows “OFF” alternating with the standard display.
State 4: The display shows “EXX” alternating with the standard display ­ at the same time, the alarm icon flashes.

Typical alarm codes:

Error Code Description

E01| Probe B1 fault
E02| Probe B2 fault
E04| High temperature alarm
E05| Low temperature alarm

Important Notes

  • Whilst programming, if no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the display starts flashing, and after 1 minute returns to the main display without saving changes.
  • To increase scrolling speed, press and hold the ▲ or ▼ button for at least 5 seconds.
  • When pressing “PRG” for 3 seconds, the firmware revision code is displayed for 2 seconds.
  • When cleaning the controller panel, do not use ethanol, hydrocarbons, ammonia or their byproducts.
  • Use neutral detergents and water.
  • In order to protect the unit’s components, minimum relay output on (3 or 7 minutes) and off (4 minutes) times and minimum time (7 or 11 minutes) between activation of the same relay output are applied.
  • In case of digital inputs not configured, probes not fitted or configured, or St2 not enabled on the controller the display shows ‘nO’.

Wiring Diagram

Mc Compressor
Ma Ambient Fan
Mi Internal Fan
Cc Compressor Capacitor
Ca Ambient Fan Capacitor
Ci Internal Fan Capacitor
IH Internal Heater
TS Temperature Sensor
CE Condensate Evaporator
CH Compressor Heater
C Controller
AR Alarm Relay
X3 Transformer Connector
X4 Electrical Supply Connections
  1. L1 – 230V
  2. L2/N – 230V
  3. Earth/Ground
  4. P1 High Temp alarm NO
  5. P2 High Temp alarm COM
  6. P3 High Temp alarm NC
  7. T1 Door Switch Contact
  8. T2 Door Switch Contact

Notes:
#1 Mi1 not used in SCE-AC8500B230V/SS
#2 X6 is plugged into X5 for units with heater
#3 Ma1 + Ca1 not used in SCE-AC8500B230V/SS

Wiring of a single phase 230 V unit

Taking Into Operation

Attention!
The unit can be damaged by lack of lubricant. To ensure that the compressor is adequately lubricated, the oil, which has been displaced during transport, must be allowed to flow back into it. The unit must therefore be allowed to stand for at least 30 minutes before being connected to the mains and taken into operation. Upon connection the internal fan will start working. If the temperature inside the enclosure is higher than the set value of the controller, both the compressor and external air fan start working. Once the air inside the enclosure reaches the set temperature, the compressor and external fan will stop.
The unit is pre-set at 95°F, which is suitable for most of the electronic devices.
If Drainage required, use PVC 10mm (3/8 inch) ID Hose.

Failure Condition Cause Solution
Unit Does Not Cool Internal fan does not work Power not connected.

Verify power supply
Internal fan works, external fan and compressor do not work| Enclosure temperature is below setting temperature (St)| Verify values of parameter “St”
Door switch contact is open| Verify door switch
Controller does not work| Replace controller
Internal fan works, external fan and compressor do not work Display shows alternating “OFF” and temperature| The sequence of the phases inside the power supply connector is incorrect| Change phases inside power supply connector
External and internal fan work, compressor does not work| Compressor motor electrical failure| Verify external fan, verify ambient temperature, clean condenser
Capacitor for compressor failed| Replace capacitor
Compressor works, external fan does not work| External fan needs to be replaced| Replace external fan
Enclosure Overheating| Compressor and fans (external and internal) work all the time| Unit cooling undersized| Enclosure needs a bigger cooling unit
Enclosure needs a bigger cooling unit| Thermal compressor protector triggered| Verify ambient temperature, clean condenser
Refrigerant leakage| Contact dealer/service center
Excessive Condensate| Door enclosure open| Ambient air gets into the enclosure| Ensure door is closed, add a door switch and connect it to controller
Door enclosure closed| Enclosure IP degree minimum IP54| Seal openings on enclosure
Damaged/misplaced sealing strip| Repair strip accordingly

Maintenance & Cleaning

Always switch power supply off before starting any maintenance on the unit.

Any repairs that may be needed must only be done by qualified personnel. The cooling unit is a low maintenance type and for most environments, no filter is required. If an air filter is installed, check it periodically for dirt and clogs. Clean or replace filter when necessary.

Disposal
The cooling unit contains R134a refrigerant and small quantities of lubricating oil. Replacement, repairs and final disposal must be done according to the regulations of each country for these substances.

Transportation & Storage

During transport and storage the cooling unit must be kept in the position marked on the box and at a temperature between -40°F and 158°F and a relative humidity of max. 95% (at 77°F). Check that the packaging has not been damaged during transport.

Parts Supplied

  • 1 x Air Conditioner
  • 1 x Instruction Manual with technical information
  • 1 x Mounting Template in 1:1 scale
  • 1 x Installation pack containing:
    • 11 x M6 Bolts
    • 11 x A6.4 Toothed Washers
    • 11 x A6.4 Washers
    • 1 x Female Connector with shorted wired positions for door contact

Warranty / Limits of Liability

All goods manufactured by SCE shall be warranted to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. Should the product be proven to SCE to be defective, we shall option to repair or replace the product. At no time will SCE reimburse purchaser for unauthorized rework on any product.

Air Conditioners & Heat Exchangers are warranted on parts and service for a period of two years from the date of shipment by Saginaw Control and subject to the following conditions and exclusions:
All Goods must be installed and operated according to the following specifications: Maximum voltage variation no greater than plus or minus 10% of nominal rating; Maximum frequency variation no greater than plus or minus 3 Hz. from nominal rating; Must not exceed minimum and maximum rated temperatures; Must not exceed (BTU/Hr) rating; Filters must be cleaned regularly; Must be installed and grounded in accordance with all relevant electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Electric Code and OSHA rules and regulations; Must be installed in a stationery application, free of vibration.

Our warranty does not warranty product that has been modified, subjected to abuse, negligence in operation or maintenance, or if product is used in a manner that exceeds its designed capabilities and rating.

Warranty related claims will be returned to the factory for evaluation and final disposition of the claim, any replacement parts will be invoiced at standard pricing and credit issued for the returned product. If the product has been found to have been modified, subjected to abuse, negligence in operation or maintenance, or if product has been used in a manner that exceeds its designed capabilities and rating, credit may be reduced, denied or additional cost may be assessed and passed on to the
purchaser, such as return freight.

Saginaw Control and Engineering
95 Midland Road Saginaw, MI 48638-5770
Phone: 989-799-6871
Fax: 989-799-4524
sce@saginawcontrol.com

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