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LENNOX
_2003

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

Lennox industries inc.
Dallas, Texas, USA

HP29 Heat Pump Units
HEAT PUMP UNITS
1-1/2 through 5 tons
504,829M
06/04
Supersedes

Lennox Elite® Series HP29 outdoor units are approved
and warranted
only for installation
with specially
matched indoor coils, line sets, and refrigerant control
devices as designated by Lennox. Refer to Lennox engineering hand book for expansion valve kits which must be
ordered separately.

q [_ _ Technical
J L [ Publications
Litho U.S.A.

02/04

HP29 Outdoor Units ............................
Shipping & Packing List .........................
General Information ............................
Unit Dimensions ...............................
Setting the Unit ................................
Electrical ......................................
Refrigerant Piping ..............................
Refrigerant Metering Device .....................
Manifold Gauge Set ............................
Service Valves ................................
Leak Testing ..................................
Evacuation ...................................
Start-Up ......................................
Charging .....................................
System Operation .............................
Defrost System ...............................
Optional Units ................................
Maintenance ..................................
Optional Accessories ..........................
Start-Up and Performance Check List ............

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RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

These instructions are intended as a general guide and do
not supersede national or local codes in any way. Authorities
having jurisdiction should be consulted before installation.

1 - Assembled HP29 outdoor unit
1 - Coupling, 5/16 x 3/8" (018, 024, 030)
Check equipment for shipping damage. If you find any
damage, immediately contact the last carrier.

A WARNING

a,WARNING

IMPORTANT

06/04

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504,829M
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inlet,_air
4-3/8
(111)

optional unit
inlet

inlet

©

©

air

_

stand-off kit (4)
(field-installed)
coil drain outlets _lm
(around perimeter of base) •

air

6-3/8
(162)

vapor line
connection
liquid line
connection

inlet"_air
Top View

ql -m

Top View Base Section

°i

C

AIR

T'
B

outdoor
coil fan
c

compressor

A

vapor &
liquidline
connecti

I

electrical
inlets

2-3/4 (70)

Side View

optional unit J
stand-off kit (4)
(field-installed)

(19)

Model No.
HP29-018
HP29-024
HP29-030
HP29-036
HP29-042
HP29-048

Side View

A

B

C

in.

25

24-1/4

24 -1/4

mm

635

616

616

in.

33

32-1/4

24 -1/4

mm

838

819

616

in.

37-1/4

36-1/2

28-1/4

mm

946

921

718

HP29-060

Page 2

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4 - When installed in areas where low ambient temperatures exist, locate unit so winter prevailing winds do not
blow directly into outdoor coil.

-&CAUTION

5 - Locate unit away from overhanging roof lines which
would allow water or ice to drop on, or in front of, coil or
into unit.

ACAUTION

Slab Mounting

These units operate under a wide range of weather conditions; therefore, several factors must be considered when
positioning the outdoor unit. The unit must be positioned to
give adequate clearances for sufficient airflow and servicing. A minimum clearance of 36 in. (914 mm) between multiple units must be maintained. Refer to figure 1 for installation clearances.

- Figure 2

When installing a unit at grade level, the top of the slab
should be high enough above the grade so that water from
higher ground will not collect around the unit. See figure 2.
Slab should have a slope tolerance away from the building
of 2 degrees or 2 inches per 5 feet (51 mm per 1524 mm).
This will prevent ice build-up under the unit during a defrost
cycle. Refer to roof mounting section for barrier construction if unit must face prevailing winter winds.
Slab Mounting
structure

Installation

At Ground

Level

d isch_g e air

Clearances

L.L_

L]

Mounting slab must slope away from building,

Figure
*NOTE - A service clearance of 30" (762 mm) must be maintained on one of the sides adjacent to the control box. Clear-

Roof Mounting

ance to one of the other three sides must be 36" (914 mm).
Clearance to one of the remaining two sides may be 12" (304
mm) and the final side may be 6" (152 mm).

NOTE - 48" (1219 mm) clearance required on top
of unit. Maximum soffit overhang is 36" (914 mm).

_

_

_

2

- Figure 3

Install the unit a minimum d 6 inches (152 mm) above the
roof surface to avoid ice build-up around the unit. Locate
the unit above a load bearing wall or area of the roof that
can adequately support the unit. Consult local codes for
rooftop applications.

NO TE - A clearance of 24" (610 mm) must be maintained
between two units.

Figure

ground level

1

Rooftop Application
Wind Barrier Construction

Place a sound-absorbing material, such as Isomode,
under the unit if it will be installed in a location or position that will transmit sound or vibration to the living
area or adjacent buildings.
Install the unit high enough above the ground or roof to
allow adequate drainage of defrost water and prevent
ice build-up.
In heavy snow areas, do not locate the unit where drifting will occur. The unit base should be elevated above
the depth of average snows.
NOTE- Elevation of the unit may be accomplished by
constructing a frame using suitable materials. Ira support frame is constructed, it must not block drain holes
in unit base.

Page 3

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prevailing_ter
winds
wind barrier
inlet air

inlet air

I

inlet air

0

0

inlet air

Figure

3

If unitcoilcannotbemountedawayfromprevailing
winter
winds,awindbarriershouldbeconstructed.
Sizebarrierat
leastthesameheightandwidthasoutdoorunit.Mountbarrier24inches(610mm)fromthesidesoftheunitinthedirectionof prevailing
winds.

IntheU.S.A.,
wiringmustconform
withcurrentlocalcodes
andthe currentNational
ElectricCode(NEC).In Canada,
wiringmustconform
withcurrentlocalcodesandthecurrent
Canadian
Electrical
Code(CEC).
Refertothefurnaceor blowercoilinstallation
instructions
foradditional
wiringapplication
diagramsandrefertounit
nameplatefor minimumcircuitampacityand maximum
overcurrent
protectionsize.

1 -Install line voltage power supply to unit from a properly
sized disconnect switch,
2 -Ground unit at unit disconnect switch or to an earth
ground,
NOTE - To facilitate conduit, a hole is in the bottom of
the control box. Connect condu# to the control box us
ing a proper conduit fitting.
NO TE - Units are approved
conductors.

for use only with copper

24V, Class It circuit connections are made in the low
voltage junction box, Refer to figure 4 for field wiring
diagram,
NQ TE - A complete unit wiring diagram is located in
side the unit control box cover.
3 - Install room thermostat (ordered separately) on an inside wall approximately in the center of the conditioned
area and 5 feet (1.5 m) from the floor, It should not be
installed on an outside wall or where it can be effected

A WARNING

by sunlight, drafts or vibrations,
4 - Install voltage wiring from outdoor to indoor unit and
from thermostat to indoor unit, See figures 5 and 6,

Typical Wiring
0U]OOOR

Field Wiring

START
CAPACITOR

Diagram

DUAL
CAPACITOR

DEFROST CONTROL
FAN

P( RPLE
BLACK
ORANGE
RED

C
BLACK

YI

OUT C_

PS2
_

COMPRESSOR

RC>_._
W}
0 I0.

PSI

........
OF

CRANKCASE
HEATER

_0

OUT

A
DEFROS1
THERMOSTAT'

REVERSING
VALVE

208-250/60/}
EOUIPMENT
GROUND
7

Figure 4

Page 4

Table 1
Outdoor Unit and Blower Unit
Thermostat Designations
(Some connections

Refrigerant

may not apply.

Valve

Refer to specific thermostat and indoor unit.)
Model

Thermostat

Indoor
Unit

Outdoor
Unit
f_

F_

power

®4

common
common

1st. staqe aux. ileal
1st. stage

aux.

heat

Recommended

4_

Line Set

Connections
Liquid
Line

Vapor
Line

Liquid
Line

Vapor
Line

L15
Line Sets

3/8 in
(10 mm)

5/8 in
(16 mm)

5/16 in
(8mm)

5/8 in
(16 mm)

L15-21
15 ft.- 50 ft.
(4.6 m- 15 m)
L15-31
15ft.- 50 ft.
(4.6 m- 15 m)

-®1

power

cCcC

-018

Field Size

Line Sets

-024

3/8 in

3/4 in

5/16 in

3/4 in

-030

(10 mm)

(19 mm)

(8 ram)

(19 ram)

3/8 in

3/4 in

3/8 in

3/4 in

-036

(10 ram)

(19 ram)

(10 ram)

(19 ram)

-042
-048

3/8 in
(10ram)

7/8 in
(22ram)

3/8 in
(10ram)

7/8 in
(22ram)

-060

3/8 in
(10 mm)

1-1/8 in
(29 mm)

3/8 in
(10 mm)

1-1/8 in
(29 mm)

L15-41
15ff.- 50ff
(4.6 m- 15 m)

indoor blower
reversing valve

@÷

_.J

compressor

@1
_J

(4.6 m- 15 m)
Field
Fabricated

NOTE - Units are designed for line sets of up to 50 feet (15
m). For appfications longer than 50 feet consult the Len-

Figure 5

nox Refrigerant Piping Guide (Corp. 9351-L9). Select line
set diameters from table 1 to ensure that oil returns to the

Outdoor Unit and Blower Unit
Thermostat Designations
(with auxiliary heat)
(Some connections

L15-65
15ft.-50ft

compressor.
Installing Refrigerant Line

may not apply.

Refer to specific thermostat and indoor unit.)

During the installation of any heat pump or a/c system, it is
Indoor
Unit

Thermostat

(_

(_

power

_

: __

I_

common

power_

important to properly isolate the refrigerant lines to prevent
unnecessary vibration. Line set contact with the structure

.®

(wall, ceiling or floor) causes some objectionable

noise

when vibration is translated into sound. As a result, more
energy or vibration can be expected. Closer attention to
line set isolation must be observed.

he

emergency

I
I
1st. stage

Outdoor
Unit

@1
'22 stat

"_-si%t_ _. _t

aux. TTeaq- -

Following are some points to consider when placing and
installing a high-efficiency outdoor unit:

@1
®1

indoor blower

1-Placement

reversinq_vatve

@1

compressor

@l
Figure

- Be aware some localities are adopting

sound ordinances based on how noisy the unit is from
the adjacent property not at the original installation,
Install the unit as far as possible from the property line,
When possible, do not install the unit directly outside a

6

window, Glass has a very high level of sound transmission.
2- Line Set Isolation
Field refrigerant piping consists of liquid and vapor lines
from the outdoor unit (sweat connections) to the indoor coil
(flare or sweat connections). Use Lennox L15 (sweat, nonflare) series line sets as shown in table 1 or use field-fabricated refrigerant lines. Refer to Refrigerant Piping Guide
(Corp. 9351-L9) for proper size, type, and application of
field-fabricated lines. Valve sizes are also listed in table 1.

Page 5

- The following illustrations demon-

strate procedures which ensure proper refrigerant line
set isolation. Figure 7 shows how to install line sets on
vertical runs. Figure 8 shows how to install line sets on
horizontal runs, Figure 9 shows how to make a transition
from horizontal to vertical, Finally, figure 10 shows how
to place the outdoor unit and line set,

Refrigerant Line Sets
How To Install Vertical Runs
(new construction shown)
NOTE - Similar installation practices should be used if
fine set is to be installed on exterior of outside wall.
IMPORTANT- Refrigerant
lines must not contact wall.

Outside Wall

\

i

r

Vapor Line

Liquid Line

Wood Block
Between Studs

Wire Tie
"_

Inside Wall

'-

Strap
_

Liquid Lin_
Vapor Line
(wrapped with

Sleeve

f

m

\

Wire Tie

m

2-------

Outside Wall

_

Wood Block
Wire Tie
Strap

Caulk

PVC Pipe

L

\ _

Fiberglass
Insulation

IMPORTANT - Refrigerant
lines must not contact
structure,

i

j

Figure 7

Page 6

Sleeve

Refrigerant Line Sets:
Installing Horizontal Runs

To hang line set from joist or rafter,
use either metal strapping material
or anchored heavy nylon wire ties.

Wire Tie
(around vapor line only)

8 feet

I
I

.J
,f

Floor Joist or
Roof Rafter
p

--,
/

Tape or Wire Tie

/

8 feet

Strapping Material (around vapor line only)

Metal Sleeve
\

Tape or Wire Tie

_,

Floor Joist or Roof Rafter

/
jr

Strap the vapor line to the joist or rafter at 8 ft.
intervals then strap the liquid line to the vapor line.

Figure 8

Page 7

)

Refrigerant Line Sets:
Transition From Vertical To Horizontal
Automotive
Muffler-Type
Hanger

AnchoredHeavy
NylonWireTie

Wall
Stud

Wall
Stud
Strap Liquid Line
To Vapor Line

Strap Liquid Line
To Vapor Line
Liquid Line

Metal
Sleeve

Vapor Line
Wrapped in
Armaflex

Liquid Line
Figure 9

Outside Unit Placement and Installation

Install unit away from windows,

Figure 10

Page 8

Metal
Sleeve

Vapor Line
Wrapped in
Armaflex

Brazing Connection Procedure
1 - Cut ends of the refrigerant lines square (free from nicks
or dents), Debur the ends, The pipe must remain
round, do not pinch end of the line,
2 - Before making line set connections, use dry nitrogen to
purge the refrigerant piping. This will help to prevent
oxidation and the introduction of moisture into the system,
3 - Use silver alloy brazing rods (5 or 6 percent minimum
silver alloy for copper-to-copper brazing or 45 percent
silver alloy for copper-to-brass or copper-to-steel brazing) which are rated for use with HCFC22 refrigerant,
Wrap a wet cloth around the valve body and the copper
tube stub, Braze the line set to the service valve,
4 - Wrap a wet cloth around the valve body and copper
tube stub to protect it from heat damage during brazing, Wrap another wet cloth underneath the valve body
to protect the base paint,
NQ TE - The tube end must stay bottomed in the fitting
during final assembly to ensure proper seating, sealing
and rigidity.
5- Install a field-provided thermal expansion valve (approved for use with HCFC22 refrigerant) in the liquid
line at the indoor coil,

These units are used in check expansion valve systems
only, See the Lennox Engineering Handbook for approved
TXV match-ups and application information,
Check expansion valves equipped with either Chatleff or
flare-type fittings are available from Lennox, Refer to the

Page 9

Engineering Handbook for applicable expansion valves
for use with specific match-ups,

IMPORTANT

See figure 11 for installation of the check expansion valve.
Metering Device Installation

distributor

o\

o-ring

expansmn
valve

o-ring
strainer

liquid line
stub

Figure 11

When checking the unit charge, use a manifold gauge set
that is equipped with "low loss" hoses. Do not use a manifold gauge set with anything other than a "low loss" hose,
See figure 12 for manifold gauge connections,

HP29 Manifold

Gauge Connections

(Cooling

Cycle)

Outdoor Unit
defrost thermostat

"--_._

I
I

expansion/check

_1

bif,
ow

valve

_€/

high
pressure

coil
/

mu._

0:[t

ga ,ge_anifold

compressor
limit

J_
l

E|[
_i

%

-"

j,_

-r_L_

'fI

I'J=
0,

a_ II

;"

I1_

._\

outdoor
interna,
r

filter/drier
low
pressure

reversing valve

h,_l

Indoor Unit
_1

'vaor
II %or
service
port
line

"-1

_
I

t

_

_

valve

H Ci2_-_2t/ 'iqsid'rl _
I--"_

compressor

k

_

_

v

expansion/check
NO TE - Arrows indicate direction of refrigerant

valve

flow.

Figure

Table 2
Torque Requirements
Part

Recommended

Torque

Service valve cap

8 ft,- lb.

11 NM

Sheet metal screws

16 in.- lb.

2 NM

Machine screws #10

28 in.- lb.

3 NM

Compressor bolts

90 in.- lb.

10 NM

Gauge port seal cap

8 ft,- lb.

11 NM

I

L

coil

I
J

12

A IMPORTANT

The liquid line and vapor line service valves (figures 13 and
14) and gauge ports are used for leak testing, evacuating,
charging and checking charge. See table 2 for torque requirements.
Each valve is equipped with a service port which has a factory-installed Schrader valve. A service port cap protects
the Schrader valve from contamination and serves as the
primary leak seal.

Y

To Access

Schrader

Port:

1 - Remove service port cap with an adjustable wrench,
2 - Connect gauge to the service port.
3 - When testing is completed, replace service port cap,
Tighten finger tight, then an additional 1/6 turn,
To Open Liquid or Vapor Line Service Valve:
1 - Remove stem cap with an adjustable wrench,
2 - Use a service wrench with a hex head extension to back
the stem out counterclockwise as far as it will go,
NOTE - Use a 3/16" hex head extension for liquid line
sizes or a 5/16" extension for vapor line sizes.
3 - Replace stem cap. Tighten finger tight, then tighten an
additional 1/6 turn,

Page 10

The ball valve is equipped with a service port with a factory-

Liquid Service Valve
(Valve Closed)

installed Schrader valve. A service port cap protects the

m

cap

SepV_te

and assures a leak-

free seal.
Vapor Line (Ball Type) Service Valve
(Valve Open)

insert hex
wrench here

to outdoor coil

Schrader valve from contamination

service

To open: rotate stem counter-clockwise
90%
To close: use adjustable wrench and
rotate stem clockwise 90%

port cap

ervice port
Lo indoor coil

Schrader valve open
to line set when valve is
closed (front seated)

insert hex
wrench here

service
port

stem cap

ste m

service
port

\
field side

to outdoor coil

ball
(shown open)

Figure

service port
cap

unit side

SCharlavde
r/_

(valve front seated)

Liquid Service Valve
(Valve Open)

cap

to indoor coil

stem cap

14

After the line set has been connected to the indoor and

Schrader
valve

outdoor units, check the line set connections and indoor
Figure

unit for leaks,

13

-&WARNING

,WARNING

To Close Liquid or Vapor Line Service Valve:
1 - Remove stem cap with an adjustable wrench.
2 - Use a service wrench with a hex head extension to turn
the stem clockwise to seat the valve. Tighten firmly.
NOTE - Use a 3/16" hex head extension for liquid line
sizes or a 5/16" extension for vapor line sizes.
3 - Replace the stem cap. Tighten finger tight, then tighten
an additional 1/6 turn.
Vapor Line (Bali-Type) Service Valve - 5-Ton Units
Vapor line service valves function the same way as the other valves, the difference is in the construction. These
valves are not rebuildable. If a valve has failed, you must
replace it. A ball valve valve is illustrated in figure 14.

Page 11

AWARNING

-&WARNING

IMPORTANT

1 - Connect the manifold gauge set to the service valve
ports as follows:
• low pressure gauge to vapor line service valve
• high pressure gauge to liquid line service valve
2 - Connect micron gauge.

,WARNING

3 - Connect the vacuum pump (with vacuum gauge) to the
center port of the manifold gauge set,

Using an Electronic
Leak Detector or Halide
1 - Connect a cylinder of HCFC-22 to the center port of the
manifold gauge set.
2 - With both manifold valves closed, open the valve on
the HCFC-22 cylinder (vapor only).
3 - Open the high pressure side of the manifold to allow
the HCFC-22 into the line set and indoor unit, Weigh in
a trace amount of HCFC-22, [A trace amount is a maximum of 2 ounces (57 g) or 3 pounds (31 kPa) pressure,] Close the valve on the HCFC-22 cylinder and the
valve on the high pressure side of the manifold gauge
set. Disconnect the HCFC-22 cylinder,
4 - Connect a cylinder of nitrogen with a pressure regulating valve to the center port of the manifold gauge set,
5 - Connect the manifold gauge set high pressure hose to
the vapor valve service port. (Normally, the high pressure hose is connected to the liquid line port; however,
connecting it to the vapor port better protects the manifold gauge set from high pressure damage.)

4-Open
both manifold valves and start the vacuum
pump.
5 - Evacuate the line set and indoor unit to an absolute
pressure of 23,000 microns (29,01 inches of mercury). During the early stages of evacuation, it is desirable to close the manifold gauge valve at least once to
determine if there is a rapid rise in absolute pressure.
A rapid rise in pressure indicates a relatively large leak,
If this occurs, repeat the leak testing procedure.
NOTE - The term absolute pressure means the total
actual pressure within a given volume or system,
above the absolute zero of pressure. Absolute pressure in a vacuum is equal to atmospheric pressure minus vacuum pressure.
6 - When the absolute pressure reaches 23,000 microns
(29.01 inches of mercury), close the manifold gauge
valves, turn off the vacuum pump and disconnect the
manifold gauge center port hose from vacuum pump.
Attach the manifold center port hose to a nitrogen cylinder with pressure regulator set to 150 psig (1034 kPa)
and purge the hose. Open the manifold gauge valves
to break the vacuum in the line set and indoor unit.
Close the manifold gauge valves.

A CAUTION

6 - Adjust the nitrogen pressure to 150 psig (1034 kPa),
Open the valve on the high side of the manifold gauge
set which will pressurize line set and indoor unit,
7 - After a few minutes, open a refrigerant port to ensure
the refrigerant you added is adequate to be detected.
(Amounts of refrigerant will vary with line lengths.)
Check all joints for leaks, Purge nitrogen and HCFC-22
mixture, Correct any leaks and recheck,

Evacuating the system of noncondensables is critical for
proper operation of the unit. Noncondensables are defined
as any gas that will not condense under temperatures and
pressures present during operation of an air conditioning
system. Noncondensables and water vapor combine with
refrigerant to produce substances that corrode copper piping and compressor parts.

Page 12

_

Shut off the nitrogen cylinder and remove the manifold
gauge hose from the cylinder. Open the manifold
gauge valves to release the nitrogen from the line set
and indoor unit.

_

Reconnect the manifold gauge to the vacuum pump,
turn the pump on, and continue to evacuate the line set
and indoor unit until the absolute pressure does not
rise above 500 microns (29.9 inches of mercury) within
a 20-minute period after shutting off the vacuum pump
and closing the manifold gauge valves.

9- Whenthe absolutepressurerequirement
abovehas
beenmet,disconnect
themanifold
hosefromthevacuum pumpand connectit to an uprightcylinderof
HCFC-22
refrigerant.
Openthemanifold
gaugevalves
tobreakthevacuum
from1to2psigpositive
pressure
in
the line set and indoorunit, Closemanifoldgauge
valvesandshutoffthe HCFC-22
cylinderandremove
themanifoldgaugeset,

backward operation will cause the compressor to cycle on
internal protector.

The unit is factory charged with the amount of HCFC-22 refrigerant indicated on the unit rating plate, This charge is
based on a matching indoor coil and outdoor coil with a 15
foot (4,6 m) line set. For varying lengths of line set, refer to
table 3 for refrigerant charge adjustment,
Table

IMPORTANT

3

Liquid Line
Set Diameter

Oz. per 5 ft. (g per 1.5 m) adjust
from 15 ft. (4.6 m) line set*

5/16 in, (8 mm)

2 ounce per 5 ft, (57 g per 1,5 m)

3/8 in, (9,5mm)

3 ounce per S ft, (85 g per1,S

m)

*If line length is greater than 15 ft. (4.6 m), add this amount.
If line length is less than 15 ft. (4.6 m), subtract this amount.
Cooling Start-Up
1 - Rotate fan to check for frozen bearings or binding.
2 - Inspect all factory- and field-installed
connections.

wiring for loose

3 - After evacuation is complete, open the liquid line and
vapor line service valves (counterclockwise) to release
refrigerant charge (contained in outdoor unit) into the
system,
4 - Replace stem caps and secure finger tight, then tighten an additional (1/6) one-sixth of a turn,

The outdoor unit should be charged during warm weather.
However, applications arise in which charging must occur
in the colder months. The method of charging is determined by the unit's refrigerant metering device and the outdoor ambient temperature.
Measure the liquid line temperature and the outdoor ambient temperature as outlined below:
1 - Connect the manifold gauge set to the service valves:
• low pressure gauge to vapor valve service port
• high pressure gauge to fiquid valve service port

5 - Check voltage supply at the disconnect switch. The
voltage must be within the range listed on the unit
nameplate. If not, do not start the equipment until the
power company has been consulted and the voltage
condition has been corrected.

Close manifold gauge set valves. Connect the center
manifold hose to an upright cylinder of HCFC-22.
2 - Set the room thermostat to call for heat. This will create

6 - Set the thermostat for a cooling demand, turn on power
to indoor blower unit and close the outdoor unit disconnect to start the unit.

3 - Use a digital thermometer to record the outdoor ambient temperature,

7 - Recheck voltage while the unit is running. Power must
be within range shown on the nameplate,
Three-Phase

Compressor

Rotation

Three-phase scroll compressors must be phased sequentially to ensure correct compressor rotation and operation.
At compressor start-up, a rise in discharge and drop in vapor pressures indicates proper compressor phasing and
operation, If discharge and vapor pressures do not perform
normally, follow the steps below to correctly phase the unit,

the necessary load for properly charging the system in
the cooling cycle.

4 - When the heating demand has been satisfied, switch
the thermostat to cooling mode with a set point of 68 ° F
(20_%). When pressures have stabilized, use a digital
thermometer to record the liquid line temperature.
5 - The outdoor temperature will determine which charging method to use, Proceed with the appropriate charging procedure,
Weighing

in the Charge

Outdoor

TXV Systems

-

Temp < 65°F (18°C)

1 - Disconnect power to the unit,

If the system is void of refrigerant, or if the outdoor ambient

2 - Reverse any two field power leads to the unit,

temperature is cool, the refrigerant charge should be
weighed into the unit, Do this after any leaks have been repaired.

3 - Reapply power to the unit.
Discharge and vapor pressures should operate within their
normal start-up ranges,
NOTE - Compressor noise level may be significantly higher
when phasing is incorrect and the unit will not provide cooling when compressor is operating backwards. Continued

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1 - Recover the refrigerant from the unit,
2 - Conduct a leak check, then evacuate as previously
outlined,
3 - Weigh in the unit nameplate charge,

If weighing
facilitiesarenotavailable
or ifyouarecharging
theunitduringwarmweather,
followoneoftheotherproceduresoutlinedbelow.
Subcooling
Outdoor

Method

Temp. < 65°F (18°C)

When the outdoor ambient temperature is below 65°F
(18°C), use the subcooling method to charge the unit, It
may be necessary to restrict the air flow through the outdoor coil to achieve pressures in the 200-250 psig
(1379-1724 kPa) range, These higher pressures are necessary for checking the charge. Block equal sections of air
intake panels and move obstructions sideways until the liquid pressure is in the 200-250 psig (1379-1724 kPa) range.
See figure 15.

Blocking Outdoor Coil
Outdoor coil should be
blocked one side
at a time with cardboard
or plastic sheet until proper
testing pressures

Using

Normal

15

1 - With the manifold gauge hose still on the liquid service
port and the unit operating stably, use a digital thermometer to record the liquid line temperature.
2 - At the same time, record the liquid line pressure reading,

Outdoor

Temp. _>65°F (18°C)

2 - Attach high pressure gauge set and operate unit for
several minutes to allow system pressures to stabilize,
3 - Compare stabilized pressures with those provided in
table 6, "Normal Operating Pressures," Minor variations in these pressures may be expected due to differences in installations, Significant differences could
mean that the system is not properly charged or that a
problem exists with some component in the system.
Pressures higher than those listed indicate that the
system is overcharged. Pressures lower than those
listed indicate that the system is undercharged. Verify
adjusted charge using the approach method.
Method

4 - Use the same digital thermometer used to check outdoor ambient temperature to check liquid line temperature. Verify the unit charge using the approach method.
5 - The difference between the ambient and liquid temperatures should match values given in table 5. If the values don't agree with the those in table 5, add refrigerant to lower the approach temperature or recover refrigerant from the system to increase the approach
temperature.
Table
Approach
Model

4 - Subtract the liquid line temperature from the saturation

5
Values

Liquid Temp. Minus Ambient
Temp. _F (_C)

temperature (according to the chart) to determine sub-

HP29-018
HP29-024

cooling. (Saturation temperature
perature = Subcooling)

HP29-030

8 (4.5)

HP29-036

13 (7.2)

5 - Compare the subcooling value with those in table 4. If

HP29-042

13 (7.2)

subcooling is greater than shown, recover some refrig-

HP29-048

15 (8.3)

HP29-060

8 (4.5)

- Liquid line tem-

erant, If subcooling is less than shown, add some refrigerant,

10 (5,6)
13 (7,2)

NOTE - For best results, the same thermometer should be used to check
both outdoor ambient and liquid temperatures.

Table 4
Subcooling
Model No.

Pressures

Method

The following procedure is intended as a general guide and
is for use on expansion valve systems only. For best results,
indoor temperature should be 70°F (21°C) to 80°F (26°C).
Monitor system pressures while charging.
1 - Record outdoor ambient temperature using a digital
thermometer,

3 - Use a temperature/pressure chart for HCFC-22 to determine the saturation temperature for the liquid line
pressure reading.

Operating

and the Approach

Approach

are reached.
cardboard or
plastic sheet

Figure

Charging

Values

Subcooling

A IMPORTANT

Temperature

HP29-018

8 (4.5)

HP29-024
HP29-030
HP29-036

4 (2.2)
11 (6.1)
10 (5.6)

HP29-042
HP29-048
HP29-060

12 (6.7)
7 (3.9)
10 (5.6)

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Table 6
Normal Operating Pressures
Outdoor
Coil Air
Entering
Te m p.
" F (°C)

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

liq.
+10
psig

suc.
+5
psig

Cooling

75 (24)
85 (29)
95 (35)

171
200
230

74
76
78

182
210
241

72
74
75

184
214
246

71
72
74

184
215
249

74
75
76

180
205
245

71
74
75

180
210
240

70
70
71

183
214
248

72
73
75

Heating

105
20
30
40

(41)
(-7)
(-1)
(4)

263
166
177
188

81
33
42
51

275
170
184
194

78
28
36
42

282
186
198
210

45
28
36
43

285
170
180
230

76
27
38
50

280
180
190
195

76
30
40
47

280
175
185
195

72
25
35
43

285
186
200
212

77
25
32
42

50 (10)

200

61

212

56

218

53

240

55

205

54

206

52

224

50

Mode

HP29-018

HP29-024

HP29-030

HP29-036

HP29-042

HP29-048

HP29_060

The unit is equipped with a bifiow filter drier. See figure 12.
If replacement is necessary, order another of like design.

shutdown, but it should also be used following a power outage if power h_ h_
e,_ .......
an h...... ,4 _h.... _,4_,
temperature is below 50°F (10°C). System should be left in
the emergency heat mode at least six hours to allow the
crankcase heater sufficient time to prevent compressor
slugging.

Crankcase

Compressor

Filter Drier

Heater

Start Kit

All units have internal start components and do not require
field installation of a compressor start kit.

IMPORTANT
The HP29 defrost system includes two components: a defrost thermostat and a defrost control.
Defrost

Thermostat

cating light). The thermostat is not included with the unit
and must be purchased separately.

The defrost thermostat is located on the liquid line between
the check/expansion valve and the distributor. When defrost thermostat senses 42°F (5.5°C) or cooler, the thermostat contacts close and send a signal to the defrost control
board to start the defrost timing. It also terminates defrost
when the liquid line warms up to 70°F (21°C).

Emergency

Defrost

Thermostat

Operation

Some unit thermostats incorporate isolating contacts and
an emergency heat function (which includes an amber indi-

Heat Function

An emergency heat function is designed into some room thermostats. This feature is applicable when isolation of the outdoor unit is required, or when auxiliary electric heat is staged
by outdoor thermostats. When the room thermostat is placed
in the emergency heat position, the outdoor unit control circuit
is isolated from power and field-provided relays bypass the
outdoor thermostats. An amber indicating light simultaneously
comes on to remind the homeowner that he is operating in the
emergency heat mode.
Emergency

heat is usually used during an outdoor unit

Page 15

Control

The defrost control board includes the combined functions of a time/temperature defrost control, defrost relay,
diagnostic LEDs and terminal strip for field wiring connections. See figure 16.
The control provides automatic switching from normal
heating operation to defrost mode and back. During compressor cycle (call for defrost), the control accumulates
compressor run times at 30, 60, or 90 minute field-adjustable intervals. If the defrost thermostat is closed when the
selected compressor run time interval ends, the defrost
relay is energized and defrost begins.

HP29 Defrost
Standard

SERVICE

(Remove factory=
installed jumper

OTST

•

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AMBIENT
THERMISTOR
TERMINALS

HOT

%? °'At °ST'C

DIAGNOSTIC
LEDs

/

24V
TERMINAL
STRIP

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OR
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Pressure

LIGHT
TERMINALS

t

DEFROST
INTERVAL
TIMING
PINS

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TERMINAL
OR

STRIP

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Timing

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PRESSURE SWITCH
TERMINALS

DEFROST
INTERVAL

High

Control

FAN

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Defrost

Units

to install
pressure
switch.)

oTIMING

Switch

i

0

PRESSURE SWITCH
SAFETY CIRCUIT
CONNECTIONS

CONNECTION
FOR
OPTIONAL
HIGH PRESSURE
SWITCH

Optional
0

HIGH

NOTE - Remove factoryinstalled jumper
to add
pressure
switch.

Board

Units

FAN

0

Control

oY,

I'''''"3

0

16
that allows the application of an optional high pressure

Pins

Each timing pin selection provides a different accumulated compressor run time period during one thermostat
run cycle. This time period must occur before a defrost
cycle is initiated. The defrost interval can be adjusted to
30 (T1), 60 (T2), or 90 (T3) minutes, See figure 16, The
defrost timing jumper is factory-installed
to provide a
60-minute defrost interval, If the timing selector jumper is
not in place, the control defaults to a 90-minute defrost
interval, The maximum defrost period is 14 minutes and
cannot be adjusted,
A TEST option is provided for troubleshooting, The TEST
mode may be started any time the unit is in the heating
mode and the defrost thermostat is closed or jumpered. If the jumper is in the TEST position at power-up, the
control will ignore the test pins. When the jumper is placed
across the TEST pins for two seconds, the control will enter
the defrost mode. If the jumper is removed before an additional 5-second period has elapsed (7 seconds total), the
unit will remain in defrost mode until the defrost thermostat

switch. See figure 16. During a demand cycle, the defrost
control will lock out the unit if the optional high pressure
switch opens. The diagnostic LEDs will display a pattern for
an open high pressure switch. See table 7. The unit will remain locked out until the switch resets or is reset.
Remove the factory-installed jumper before connecting the
optional high pressure switch to the control board.
NOTE - If not using a pressure switch, the factory-installed
jumper wire must be connected.
Diagnostic

LEDs

The defrost board uses two LEDs for diagnostics. The LEDs
flash a specific sequence according to the condition.
Table

7

Defrost Control Board Diagnostic LED
Mode

LED 1

LED 2

Normal operation /
power to board

Synchronized
Flash with LED 2

Synchronized
Frash with LED 1

opens or 14 minutes have passed. If the jumper is not removed until after the additional 5-second period has
elapsed, the defrost will terminate and the test option will
not function again until the jumper is removed and re-applied.

Board failure or no power

Off

Off

Board failure

On

On

High pressure switch open

Flash

On

Low pressure switch open*

On

Flash

Pressure switch lockout*

On

Off

Pressure

Anti-short-cycle /
5-minute delay*

Alternating Flash
with LED 2

Alternating Flash
with LED 1

Switch

Circuit

The defrost control incorporates a pressure switch circuit

Page 16

*Optional units only.

Outdoor

Optionalunitsareequipped
witha defrostcontrolwhichincludesa timed-off
delayandtwopressure
switchcircuits.
A
highpressureswitchis factory-installed
andconnected.
The boardwill accommodate
an optionallowpressure
switchor lossof chargeswitch.
Time-Delay Relay
The time delay is five minutes long. The delay feature protects the compressor in cased of an interruption in power to
the unit. The time delay may be bypassed by placing the
temperature select jumper across the TEST pins for 0,5
seconds.
Pressure

Switch

Circuit

The defrost control board used in optional units includes a
three-strike lock-out feature and LOPS terminals to accommodate the addition of a field-provided low pressure or loss
of charge pressure switch, See figure 16.
During a single demand cycle, the defrost control will lock
out the unit after the third time that the circuit is interrupted
by any pressure switch that is wired to the control board, In
addition, the diagnostic LEDs will indicate a locked out
pressure switch after the third occurrence of an open pressure switch, See table 7. The unit will remain locked out until power is broken then remade to the control or until the
jumper is applied to the TEST pins for 0.5 seconds.
NOTE - The defrost control board ignores input from the
low pressure switch terminals during the TEST mode, during the defrost cycle, during a 90-second start-up period,
and for the first 90 seconds each time the reversing valve
switches heat/cool modes, If the TEST pins are jumpered
and the 5-minute delay is being bypassed, the LO PS
terminal signal is not ignored during the 90-second
start-up period.
Ambient

Thermistor

& Service

Light Connection

Optional units include a defrost control board which provides terminal connections for an ambient thermistor and a
service light. The thermistor compensates for changes in
ambient temperature which might cause thermostat droop.
The service light thermostat provides a signal which activates the room thermostat service light during periods of inefficient operation,

Unit

1 - Clean and inspect outdoor coil (may be flushed with a
water hose). Ensure power is off before cleaning.
2 - Outdoor unit fan motor is prelubricated and sealed, No
further lubrication is needed.
3 - Visually inspect all connecting lines, joints, and coils for
evidence of oil leaks,
4 - Check all wiring for loose connections,
5 - Check for correct voltage at unit (unit operating),
6 - Check amp draw on outdoor fan motor.
Unit nameplate
Actual
7 - Inspect drain holes in coil compartment base and clean
if necessary.
NQ TE - If insufficient heating or cooling occurs, the unit
should be gauged and refrigerant charge should be
checked,
Indoor

Coil

1 - Clean coil if necessary.
2 - Check connecting lines, joints and coil for evidence of
oil leaks,
3 - Check condensate line and clean if necessary,
Indoor

Unit

1 - Clean or change filters,
2 - Lennox blower motors are prelubricated and permanently sealed, No more lubrication is needed.
3 - Adjust blower speed for cooling, Measure the pressure
drop over the coil to determine the correct blower CFM
Refer to the unit information service manual for pressure
drop tables and procedure.
4 - Belt Drive Blowers - Check belt for wear and proper
tension,
5 - Check all wiring for loose connections,
6 - Check for correct voltage at unit, (blower operating)
7 - Check amp draw on blower motor.
Motor nameplate
Actual

Refer to the Engineering Handbook for optional accessories that may apply to this unit, The following may or may

Maintenance and service must be performed by a qualified
installer or service agency. At the beginning of each cooling
or heating season, the system should be checked as follows:

-&WARNING

Page 17

not apply:
•
•
•
•
•

Loss of Charge Kit
High Pressure Switch Kit
Compressor Monitor
Compressor Crankcase Heater
Hail Guards

•
•
•
•
•
•

Mounting Bases
Timed Off Control
Stand-off Kit
Sound Cover
Low Ambient Kit
Monitor Kit

Start-up

JobName

and Performance
Job No,

Job Location
Installer

Check List

State

City

State

City

Unit Model No,

Date

Serial No,

Service Technician

Nameplate Voltage

Indoor Filter Clean? []

Electrical Connections Tight? []
Indoor Blower RPM
Cooling
Liquid Line Pressure
Heating
Liquid Line Pressure
Refrigerant Lines:

S,R Drop Over Indoor (Dry)

Supply Voltage (Unit Off) __
--

Outdoor Coil Entering Air Temp.

Vapor Pressure

Refrigerant Charge Checked?

Vapor Pressure
Leak Checked? []

Service Valves Fully Opened? []
Sequence of Operation
Heating Correct []

Outdoor Fan

Compressor

Rated Load Ampacity
Maximum Fuse or Circuit Breaker

Properly Insulated?

Cooling Correct

[]

Refrigerant Charge Checked? []
Outdoor Fan Checked? []

[]

Service Valve Caps Tight? []

Voltage With Compressor Operating -Thermostat

Calibrated?

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[]

[]

Properly Set? []

Level? []



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