AUTO-PURGER ® M

“ENERGY SAVER”
Compact, Noncondensible Gas (Air) Purger

ISO 9002

Model APM

OPERATOR INSTALLATION
& INSTRUCTION MANUAL
For 115V and 230V Models

HANSEN TECHNOLOGIES Bulletin APM-001d

CORPORATION March, 1999
 SECTION I MOUNTING & PIPING INSTALLATION
INTRODUCTION MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
The AUTO-PURGER ® M is a compact and totally Mount the APM straight and securely on a wall or
automatic, electronically-controlled, noncondensible sturdy steel channels capable of supporting 350 lbs
gas refrigerant purger for reducing condensing (160 Kg). Eight mounting holes in the frame are
pressure, and thereby saving electrical energy used provided to support the purger (See Figure 1). The
by the refrigeration system. This deluxe purger is APM should be located in an accessible area, but
preassembled, prewired, tested, insulated, and away from the movement of equipment that could
includes an automatic water bubbler. Installation accidentally damage the purger. Elevation with
requires piping the “foul gas” line, liquid line, suction respect to condensers or high-pressure receivers
line, water line, drain line, and wiring the power is not critical, however, purge point solenoid valves
connection and the remote ½" (13 mm) port purge must be above the purger.
point solenoid valves, which must be purchased
separately. Up to four (4) purge points can be An APM is usually installed in the compressor room
controlled by this purger. The AUTO-PURGER® M where it can be monitored, but also may be installed
(APM) features welded piping and watertight electrical outdoors where temperatures below freezing are not
construction. The APM meets the requirements of anticipated. The APM comes standard with a
the Canadian Standards Association (CSA certified). watertight NEMA 13 (IP65, Category 2) control cabinet
enclosure with sealed conduit wiring. Any unused
electrical entrances to the enclosure must be sealed
to protect electronics from moisture. A NEMA 4 control
box is available.
A typical APM installed in a plant with normal-entering
noncondensible loads will handle up to a 200 ton An optional valve package (VPM) for purger isolation
(700 kW) ammonia system. Each purge point will is available from Hansen. It consists of three welded
be active between 10 and 30 minutes, depending on assemblies which include shut-off valves, gauge
the noncondensible gas presence (mostly air) and valves, and mating flanges. An illustration detailing
the purger mode of operation. this optional valve package is on page 12 (Figure 12).

INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS IN INCHES (MM)

Figure 1.
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“FOUL GAS” PIPING
Purging at several points, up to four with the APM, being removed. If flooding can not be avoided,
on the high-pressure side of the system is the best additional condensate drainage may be necessary.
method for removing “foul gas.” “Foul gas” is
refrigerant gas containing some air or other It is important that all purge points be located above
noncondensibles. Several points should be used any liquid surfaces to avoid drawing liquid refrigerant,
because it is nearly impossible to predict where rather than vapor, into the APM.
noncondensible gas will accumulate in a system.
EVAPORATIVE CONDENSER PIPING
Even for multipoint purging, only one purge point Typically, evaporative condenser outlet liquid drain
should be purged at a time. Connecting two purge lines on each circuit must drop a minimum of 4 feet
points from two condensers or receivers may result (1.2 m) for ammonia from the centerline of the
in gas flowing from one condenser to another. This evaporative condenser outlet to the centerline of
is due to an unequal pressure drop, even though highest elevation of the liquid line manifold to receiver.
the differences in pressure drop are very small, for Preferably, each circuit should have a P-trap to
example ¼ psig (0.02 bar). The result would be that, balance variations in pressure drop in each circuit
even in the best of circumstances, only one point is to prevent liquid from backing up into one or more
effectively purged. The best practice is to purge condensers, and thereby flooding the purge point.
each condenser and receiver circuit separately. Most air from the system will normally be
trapped between the condenser and the P-trap.
When utilizing multipoint purging, the purge point Also, a properly-sized equalizer line from the receiver
solenoid valves can be manifolded into one “foul will help drain condenser circuits into the receiver.
gas” line to the purger. A ½" size line is the minimum Refer to ASHRAE GUIDELINES or IIAR Papers on
and should be pitched toward the purger to drain condenser piping design. Hansen Technologies can
any condensed liquid. Also, no liquid traps are provide copies of these articles. Also, consult the
allowed either before or after the purge point solenoid condenser manufacturers’ installation instructions
valves (See Figure 2). The “foul gas” line should for additional piping and sizing information.
not pass through cold areas where further condensing
of the saturated gas can occur. If this cannot be On evaporative condensers, avoid using one purge
avoided, the line must be insulated because flooded point solenoid valve to purge two circuits. This
purge point lines result in flooding the APM with practice negates the P-trap on the condenser drain
liquid, causing a temporary halt of noncondensibles line because of the purge connections of the two
circuits and may back liquid up into one circuit.

TYPICAL APPLICATION

The above diagram depicts a fictional refrigerant piping

arrangement. It is intended only to be a guide for explaining
“foul gas” piping principles. It should not be used for construction.
Figure 2.
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PURGE POINT CONNECTIONS pressure must be sufficiently above the purger
“Foul gas” lines from condensers should be purged evaporator pressure, usually greater than 60 psi
at points recommended by the condenser (4.1 bar). During operation, only 5% of the liquid
manufacturer. Usually, this is at the top of each refrigerant required for cooling comes from the liquid
circuit’s outlet header which drains down through a line. The remainder of the refrigerant is condensate
P-trap to the receiver. In some cases, a small from the “foul gas” line, which is collected in the
high-pressure auxiliary receiver is located at the drain, condensed in the coil, and into the evaporator.
outlet of one or more condensers. This receiver should
have a purge point at the top, preferably at a “dead”
area away from condenser drain pipes. Below is a WATER LINE
typical valve arrangement for a purge point (Figure 3). The APM has an automatic water bubbler to eliminate
Regardless of the purge point location, it any water bottle attention. Connect the water supply
is absolutely necessary to ensure that liquid to the purger water shut-off valve (See Figure 1).
is not drawn into the foul gas line. Water pressure should be between 30 and 80 psig
(2 and 5 bar). The factory-installed flow controller
limits the amount of water going into the bubbler.

The transparent tube of the water bubbler may become

coated with mineral deposits after a period of time.
These deposits can be removed by adding a cup of
vinegar to the water in the bubbler and cleaning the
clear tube through the top plastic fitting with the
brush supplied. A water conditioning filter cartridge
and housing are available for abnormally hard water.

DRAIN LINE
A 1" PVC socket water drain connection is located
at the bottom of the bubbler (an alternate 1" FPT
Figure 3. threaded adapter is also supplied). The water should
Where a high-pressure float regulator is used to flow to a suitable drain. Initially, fill the water bubbler
drain one or more condensers, the top of the float with water via the threaded plug located at the top
valve chamber should also be a purge point. of the bubbler. Keep the plug lubricated and
hand-tight. A circular, thin, plastic “stick-on” acts
Horizontal shell and tube water-cooled condensers, as a bubbler relief device in case of water drain
and heat exchangers should be purged at the top, plugging. The drain line should be supported to
usually at the point(s) furthest from the compressor prevent undue stress on the water bubbler.
discharge main inlet.

Vertical condensers should be purged near the top OIL DRAINS

of the vessel if possible. There are two 3 /8" valve oil drain connections near
the bottom of purger (see Figure 1) from which oil
For certain types of oil separators where very low can be drained. These valves are fitted with 5/16 "
velocities may exist near the top of the vessel, purging (8 mm) hex socket plugs. Before draining oil, first
may be advisable from a top fitting. close the liquid and “foul gas” lines to prevent
additional liquid from entering the purger. Wait
It is normally not advisable to purge controlled approximately one half hour and then turn the purger
pressure receivers, high-pressure thermosyphon off. Allow the purger to pump out, then close the
vessels, or vessels located on the low side of the suction line shut-off valve. Use normal refrigerant
system. oil draining precautions to prevent human or property
SUCTION LINE damage. In general, oil will not be a problem unless
The ¾" suction line from the purger should be the liquid line is connected to a vessel or line where
connected to a protected main suction line or a oil can enter the purger. See also the Caution section
suction accumulator. Install a suction line isolation on page 12. Escaping refrigerant may cause personal
shut-off valve near purger. Excess amounts of liquid injury, particularly to the eyes and lungs.
from the purger evaporator may occasionally be
transmitted through the suction line. The suction
LEAK TEST
temperature must be 40°F (4.4°C) or less to satisfy
Use standard refrigeration procedures to check the
the APM temperature sensor before purging will occur.
APM for leaks before placing it into service. See
also the Caution section on page 12. Manually open
LIQUID LINE
one purge point solenoid valve. Open the “foul
A high-pressure ½" liquid line is required for the
gas” line shut-off valve and wait a few moments for
APM. The connection to the high-pressure liquid
the flooded evaporator to pressurize through the
source should be a location where oil will not be
metering orifice. Allow pressure to build to
directed into the purger. Install liquid line shut-off
condensing pressure, as shown on the high side
valve near the purger. The liquid line supplies
pressure gauge. Close the “foul gas” line shut-off
refrigerant during start-up and feeds make-up liquid
valve and check the purger for leaks.
as required. The only requirement is the liquid supply
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 SECTION II ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION & OPERATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Carefully study the wiring diagram below (Figure 5)
The standard electrical requirement for the APM is to avoid electrical short circuits.
115V 50/60 Hz. Also available is 230V 50/60 Hz. Main
supply voltage fluctuations should not to exceed Connect electrical wiring from each purge point
± 10% on nominal voltage. Connect APM to a dual solenoid to the remote purge point solenoid plug-in
pole external switch or circuit breaker suitable for connector screw terminals (1 through 8) plus the
full disconnection. Locate this switch or circuit grounding block. Normally, the voltage of the remote
breaker nearby. The control cabinet has a bottom purge point solenoid valves is the same as the purger.
½" knockout for power connection and bottom 3/ 4" However, if the purge point solenoid valve coil voltage
knockout for individual purge point solenoid valves is different, simply remove and discard the
(See Figure 4). Any additional knockouts, if necessary, factory-installed jumpers between terminals 13 &
should be made on the bottom of the control cabinet. 14 and 15 & 16. Bring the purge point solenoid line
A grounding block inside the control cabinet is (L1) connection to terminal 14 and neutral (L2) to
provided for 3-wire purge point solenoid coils. terminal 16.
CONTROL CABINET (INSIDE VIEW)

Figure 4. *For higher elevations, contact the factory.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Figure 5.
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FEATURES OF THE APM MANUAL OPERATION
The purger can be set to one of several operating Manual Operation mode allows the operator to select
modes to suit the requirement of the system. These one purge point continuously. This is usually the
include: Automatic Operation, Manual Operation, New case if a large volume of noncondensible gas is
System Start-up, and Purger Switched Off. The mode suspected to be at a particular point. To select this
of operation can be selected by repeatedly pushing mode, push the program advance button until the
the program advance button on the front panel until Manual Operation purger mode light is on. Then,
desired purger mode light is on. (See Figure 6). push the purge point advance button to select the
purge point. In this mode, the purger will purge this
point only. However, noncondensibles must be
AUTOMATIC OPERATION present for the purger to release gas from the purger.
The Automatic Operation mode is where the purger If not, the purger will go into Standby mode.
should be set when normal levels of noncondensibles
are in the refrigeration system. The microprocessor-
based electronics of the APM uses its “logic” to NEW SYSTEM STARTUP
locate noncondensibles and spend more time purging The New System Startup mode is to be used when
those points. The purger will energize the first the refrigeration system is known to contain large
enabled purge point solenoid (see page 7, Purge Point amounts of noncondensible gas. This may be due
Enable Switches). If after 10 minutes noncondensible to new system startup, extensive repairs to a system,
gases are not released, the purger then will advance or the presence of an abnormal vacuum leak on the
to the next enabled purge point. If noncondensibles low side of the system. The APM automatically
are released at any purge point within the first 10 sequences the purge point solenoid valves for a
minutes, then the purger will continue to process fixed period of 10 minutes each to remove air from
gas and remain at that purge point for increments each of the enabled purge points. The purger will
of 10 minutes as long as noncondensible gas is not go into Standby mode while in New System
released during the 10 minute time period. This Startup mode.
“smart” feature will continue for a maximum of 30
minutes. After 30 minutes, the purger will go on to
the next active purge point regardless if PURGER SWITCHED OFF
noncondensibles are released. Once noncondensible When the purger is in this position, all solenoid
gases have been minimized, and enabled purge points valves close and the purger will pump out if the
cycle without releasing noncondensibles, the purger suction valve is open.
will go into “Standby” mode for two hours (the
Standby purger status light will be on). After two
hours on Standby, the purger will then resume
operation to seek out noncondensible gases that
may have collected.
CONTROL CABINET (FRONT VIEW)

Figure 6.
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ACTIVE PURGE POINT PURGE POINT ENABLE SWITCHES
The front of the control cabinet has lights which These switches are located on the control board
indicate the active purge point. The active purge and are all factory-set to the ON position. They
point can be manually advanced in any operational control whether or not a purge point can become
mode by pushing the purge point advance button. active. If for example, only three purge points are
being utilized, the number 4 purge point enable switch
should be in the downward off position (see Figure 7).
PURGER STATUS LIGHTS By doing this, the unused purge point is disabled
There are two purger status lights on the front of and purger time is not wasted.
the control cabinet next to the digital readout. These
are the Purging status light and Standby status light
which indicate when noncondensible gas (air) is
being released from the purger (Purging), or when
the purger is in a waiting mode (Standby).

PURGING LOG
The purging log is displayed on the digital readout.
It displays the number of minutes the purge gas
solenoid valve (C) (see Figure 11) has been open to
release noncondensibles into the water bubbler.

The purger log can be used to track the release of

noncondensible gas. If a daily or weekly record is
kept, then any abnormal increases in the amount of
noncondensible gases can be noted, and corrective
measures can be taken. Little or no activity compared
to normal operation may indicate noncondensibles Figure 7.
have been thoroughly removed or a problem with
the purger. Frequent activity beyond normal could
mean excessive new leakage of air into the system. PUMP OUT PROCEDURE
To reset the purge log, push the zero reset button Performing certain types of service on the APM may
next to the digital readout on the front panel. first require the purger to be pumped-out (drained
of liquid refrigerant). To begin pump-out, shut off
the foul gas and high-pressure liquid lines. Wait for
DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES
all refrigerant to evaporate to suction; this usually
Although the APM is very reliable, after an extended
takes several hours to complete. Using safe
operation or under severe conditions, problems may
refrigeration practices, reduce the pressure to zero.
occur or be suspected. Under these conditions,
In addition to following these procedures, check
due to the importance of the purging functions,
the lower portion of drainer and the APM piping for
restoration to normal operation is desired as quickly
signs of frost. If there is no frost, pump-out is probably
as possible. The APM features diagnostic codes
complete. If there is frost, this means excess
which are displayed on the digital readout when
refrigerant is still in the drainer and/or piping. To
abnormal operation of the refrigeration system or
drain, energize the drainer solenoid valve.
the APM is detected. These flashing numbers help
to identify the problem area. Below is a quick To accelerate the pump out process, attach ammonia
reference to these diagnostic codes. The digital hoses to the oil drain valves. Close the main suction
readout will display the diagnostic code related to line to the purger. Using the oil drain valves, pump
the occurrence which first put the APM into this out to a lower suction pressure than the main purger
mode; exception, 6666 will override 7777. Also see suction line. When pumped out, close the oil drain
the troubleshooting guide on page 10 for detailed valves and leave the main suction line closed to
explanation. isolate the purger. With electricity on, the pressure
in the purger should remain at zero. This process
Flashing 2222 LOSS OF “FOUL GAS” PRESSURE.
should be completed only by knowledgeable
Flashing 3333 PURGER TOO WARM. refrigeration technicians.

Flashing 4444 PURGED OVER 60 MINUTE TIME

LIMIT.

Flashing 5555 PURGER SHUT-OFF REMOTELY.

Flashing 6666 LEVEL CONTROL OUT OF RANGE.

Flashing 7777 LOSS OF HIGH-PRESSURE LIQUID.

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SOLENOID VALVES LIQUID DRAINER
The APM is equipped with four solenoid valves. These The liquid drainer removes any condensed liquid
are: the liquid drainer solenoid valve (A), the liquid that trickles from the “foul gas” line into the purger.
line solenoid valve (B), the purge gas solenoid valve This enables the purger to always be condensing
(C), and the water solenoid valve (D). See Figure 11. gas, rather than having liquid entering the condensing
With the exception of the water solenoid valve, each section of the purger and limiting proper operation.
is directly welded in-line and has a stainless steel The drainer solenoid valve (A) will open to empty a
removable seat/orifice (see Figure 8). The removable reasonable amount of excess liquid directly to the
seat/orifice facilitates easy access to the orifice for flooded evaporator. However, if too much liquid
inspection or replacement. If necessary, the water comes down the “foul gas” line, due to improperly
solenoid valve (D), whose brass body has threaded piped condensers, corrective action must be taken.
ends, can easily be replaced or parts thereof changed. See the “Foul gas” piping section on page 3.

STRAINER/ORIFICE
The strainer/orifice meters condensed liquid
refrigerant from the high-pressure side of the purger
into its flooded evaporator. It features a dual filter
arrangement to reduce potential orifice blockage.
This dual filter (strainer) removes particles and
houses the integral orifice (strainer/orifice screen
assembly). See Figure 10.

Figure 8.
In addition, separate remote point solenoid valves
are required, one for each enabled purge point. These
are not included with the APM. The Hansen type
HS8 solenoid valve having a ½" (13mm) port and a
stainless steel piston is recommended. Below is a
typical purge point solenoid valve with close-coupled
strainer (Figure 9).

Figure 10.
WATER BUBBLER
The APM is equipped with a water bubbler which
eliminates any water bottle attention. Purge gas
Figure 9. (noncondensibles) from the purger flows into the
CHECK VALVES bottom of the water bubbler where residual ammonia
There are three check valves on the purger. An 80 can be absorbed into the water. The water with
psid (5.5 bar) differential check valve is installed on absorbed ammonia flows to a drain. The water
the purge gas line to prevent any possibility of reverse solenoid valve (D) opens to automatically replenish
flow of water into the purger. A 225 psid (15.5 bar) water to the bubbler each time the purge gas solenoid
differential relief check valve leads from the valve (C) energizes. A 30-second delay keeps the
condensing coil inlet to the suction line; this prevents water solenoid valve (D) open after the purge gas
excessive purger pressure. A third check valve is solenoid valve (C) de-energizes to refill water bubbler.
installed from the liquid drainer to the evaporator Proper release of noncondensibles through the
coil to prevent reverse flow with a temporary loss bubbler is usually indicated by small, 1/2" (13mm)
of “foul gas” pressure. diameter bubbles.
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 SECTION III APM OPERATION
The APM is designed to automatically start-up and operate without the assistance of plant personnel.
Beginning at start-up, the following is a description of the refrigerant flow through a purger.
Keep the control cabinet door closed at all times to prevent water damage and tampering.

PURGER START-UP SEQUENCE OPERATION

On start-up, liquid refrigerant fills and begins to The “foul gas” may carry a certain amount of
cool the purger. The liquid line solenoid valve (B) condensed refrigerant which is captured by the liquid
energizes to feed refrigerant to the flooded evaporator. drainer before it enters the flooded evaporator coil
The low side level sensor, located on the side of the of the purger. The drainer level sensor operates
flooded evaporator, senses when liquid reaches the solenoid valve (A) to drain the liquid directly into
proper level. The display should show 3333. the low-pressure flooded evaporator. This separation
step enables the liquid refrigerant to bypass the
At the same time the flooded evaporator is filling, purger’s flooded evaporator condensing coil.
“foul gas” enters the flooded evaporator condensing
coil and the refrigerant gas contained therein changes The liquid-free “foul gas” enters the condensing
state to a liquid. The liquid and noncondensible coil, which is submerged in the cold liquid refrigerant
gas gradually fill the air separator chamber. of the flooded evaporator. The refrigerant gas
condenses while the noncondensible gas passes
As the purger continues to cool down, a temperature into the air separator chamber. The condensed liquid
sensor attached to the flooded evaporator senses refrigerant is removed from the air separator chamber
temperature. At approximately 40°F (4.4°C) through the strainer with integral orifice, and passed
evaporator temperature, the readout will no longer into the low-pressure side of the flooded evaporator.
display 3333 and the purger will enter the mode
selected. Meanwhile, the noncondensible gas collects in the
air separator chamber. The collected noncondensible
“Foul gas” is continually processed as long as a gas gradually depresses the liquid level causing
remote purge point solenoid is energized. It is the high side level sensor to open both the purge
important that one, but only one, remote purge point gas solenoid valve (C) and water solenoid valve (D).
solenoid valve is open at all times to prevent losing Inside the water bubbler, noncondensible gas and
“foul gas” pressure to the purger. If “foul gas” water mix so that residual amounts of ammonia can
pressure is lost (as sensed by pressure transducer), be absorbed. The waste water is flushed to the
diagnostic code 2222 flashes on the APM digital drain through the overflow tube.
readout. No purging of air will occur until “foul
gas” pressure is restored. The purger will cycle each enabled remote purge
point solenoid valve in sequence, when the purger
is on Automatic Operation or New System Start-up.
The Purger will remain at the selected purge point
when in Manual Operation.

Figure 11.
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 SECTION IV TROUBLE SHOOTING PURGER OPERATION
Digital Readout Flashing 2222 Action: Eliminate the restriction. See also the
LOSS OF “FOUL GAS” PRESSURE. This usually Caution section on page 12.
means the pressure in the air separator chamber is
Reason 3: The flooded evaporator inside the purger
below 80 psig (5.5 bar). Pressure gauge on the
is not filled with refrigerant.
purger reads near suction pressure. The purger
Check: Look for a closed liquid line shut-off valve,
will not allow noncondensible gases to be released
Also, check that the liquid line solenoid valve (B) is
from the purger. However, the purger will continue
energized.
to operate normally in all other functions. Action: Open the liquid line shut-off valve. If not
Reason 1: A burned-out purge point solenoid coil. energized, check for voltage at the liquid line sole-
Check: Check the remote purge point solenoid 3 noid valve coil. Replace the coil if it is burned-out.
amp fuse for continuity. Replace if necessary. Ad- Reason 4: Faulty temperature sensor.
vance purge points one at a time with the purge Check: With the temperature sensor plug-in con-
point advance button, waiting approximately 2 min- nector disconnected from power board (see Figure
utes before advancing again. Wait until the fuse 4), check the electrical resistance of the sensor
opens or the digital readout again flashes 2222. across the wire leads.
The faulty coil or wiring is now pinpointed. Action : If the resistance is not between 30 K
Action: Replace the coil or repair the wire, and
ohms and 486 K ohms, replace the temperature sen-
replace the 3 amp fuse (p/n 20-1698). sor (p/n 67-0052). See also Caution section on page 12.
Reason 2:: A remote purge point solenoid valve is
jammed closed. Digital Readout Flashing 4444
Check: Inspect the remote purge point solenoid PURGED OVER 60 MINUTE TIME LIMIT.
valve which caused the diagnostic code to appear. If noncondensibles are released from the purger for
Manually open the solenoid valve and recheck the 60 minutes continuously, a time delay will close the
pressure. purge gas solenoid valve (C). This limits the possi-
Action: If the coil is energized, clean and replace bility of a substantial amount of refrigerant inad-
any solenoid valve parts as necessary. See also vertently being released into the water bubbler in
the Caution section on page 12. the unlikely event of purger malfunction.
Reason 3: “Foul gas” line restricted. Reason 1: A large volume of noncondensibles is
Check: Inspect the “Foul gas” line for a closed continuously being removed from system.
shut-off valve(s) or the plastic shipping cap still in Action: Reset the time delay by momentarily turn-
“foul gas” line flange. ing the APM to Purger Switched Off and back to the
Action: Open shut-off valves and/or remove the desired operation mode. Delay is now reset for up
shipping cap. See also Caution section, page 12. to another hour of continuous purging. Otherwise,
put the purger in New System Start-up mode for
Reason 4: Faulty pressure transducer. continuous purging without the 60 minute time limit.
Check: With the purger in any operational mode,
check the pressure gauge reading. If it is above Reason 2: Purge gas solenoid valve (C) is not
80 psig, check pressure transducer plug-in connec- opening or the removable seat/orifice is blocked.
tor terminals 27 & 30 for 10 volts DC. Then check Check: Make sure purge gas solenoid valve (C) is
terminals 28 & 29 for at least 13 mV. energized. If not, check for voltage at solenoid coil.
Action: If terminals 27 & 30 do not have 10 volts Action: Replace the coil if it is burned-out, other-
DC, check for faulty wiring. If terminals 28 & 29 do wise clean or replace the removable seat/orifice in-
not have at least 13 mV, replace the pressure trans- side the solenoid valve body. See also the Caution
ducer (p/n 20-1857) with the purger at zero pres- section on page 12.
sure. See also the Caution section on page 12. Reason 3: The shut-off valve located before the
purge gas solenoid valve (C) is closed.
Digital Readout Flashing 3333
Check: Verify that purge gas is not being sent to
PURGER TOO WARM. If the purger evaporator the bubbler.
temperature is 40°F (4.4°C) or warmer, the purger Action: Open the valve.
will not release noncondensible gas from the purger
because excessive refrigerant would also escape. Digital Readout Flashing 5555
The purger will continue to operate normally in all PURGER SHUT-OFF REMOTELY. This code in-
other functions. This code is also displayed during dicates that the optional interlock remote relay con-
initial start-up until the purger flooded evaporator tacts are open. These contacts are connected to
is cooled down. the purger via the power/interlock plug-in connec-
Reason 1: Suction temperature too high. tor terminals 11 and 12.
Check: Verify the pressure at the purger suction Reason 1: The purger is temporarily shut-off due
line connection. to the interlocked compressor (or other device) be-
Action: Connect to a lower-temperature suction. ing shut down by temperature controls or safety
Reason 2: Restriction in the suction line. devices.
Check: Inspect the suction line and shut-off valves. Check: Wait until the interlocked compressor (or
These should be a minimum size of ¾". On new other device) begins to operate. If digital readout
installations, also make sure the plastic shipping does not stop flashing diagnostic code 5555, then
cap in suction line flange is removed. check the interlock relay for proper operation.
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Digital Readout Flashing 6666 rately. Refer to drawing 2001-80 for power board
LEVEL CONTROL OUT OF RANGE. This Flash- replacement procedures.
ing 6666 code will alternate with either a 6661, 6662,
Reason 3: A short or open on the low voltage side
or 6663 code. The second code indicates which
of the power board.
level sensor is out of the normal sensing range.
Check: With power to the APM use a voltmeter to
This may indicate a mechanical or electrical prob-
check for approximately 10V DC across terminals
lem with the drainer level sensor (6661), the low
27 and 30.
side level sensor (6662), or the high side level sen-
Action: If there is no voltage across the terminals,
sor (6663).
replace the power board. Refer to drawing 2001-80
Reason 1: Discontinuity in the coaxial wire from for power board replacement procedures.
the probe to the control board. Reason 4: One or both solid state fuses (F6A and
Check: Verify that the level sensor coaxial connec- F6B) are blown.
tors at the control board are tight. Action: Disconnect power and verify continuity
Action: If the connections appear proper, replace across the fuses. Replace board if no continuity.
the suspected level sensor, with the purger isolated
from the system and pressure at zero. See also the Noncondensibles are not being released.
Caution section on page 12. (See also page 10; Digital Readout Flashing 3333)
Reason 1: Noncondensibles not present in system.
Digital Readout Flashing 7777 Check: Compare the refrigerant liquid temperature
LOSS OF HIGH PRESSURE LIQUID.. If the liquid from condenser exit with the condensing pressure.
line solenoid valve remains energized for more than The pressure/temperature relationship should be
30 minutes, it indicates there is insufficient high- within 2 or 3 psig (0.14 to 0.21 bar).
pressure liquid available to maintain an adequate Action: None at this time.
level in the flooded evaporator of the purger. The Reason 2: Strainer/orifice plugged.
purger will not purge air until this is corrected. Symptom: The purger appears to be operating
Reason 1: Liquid line solenoid valve (B) is not properly, however, the liquid feed line is not frosted.
opening or the removable seat/orifice is blocked. Check: Look for a restriction in the strainer/orifice.
Check: Make sure the liquid line solenoid valve (B)
Reason 3: “Foul gas” line is flooded with liquid.
is energized. If not, check for voltage at the sole-
Symptom: The line from the bottom of the liquid
noid coil.
drainer solenoid valve (A) to the inlet of the purger
Action: Replace the coil if it is burned-out, other-
evaporator often remains frosted.
wise clean or replace the removable seat/orifice in-
Check: Inspect condenser and “foul gas” piping.
side the solenoid valve body. See also the Caution
In many cases, the problem is liquid refrigerant being
section on page 12.
drawn from the purge point. To prevent this from
Reason 2: Liquid line restricted. happening, select purge point locations above liquid
Check: Look for closed shut-off valves in the liq- surfaces and make sure purge point lines are installed
uid line, plugged strainers, or the plastic shipping so that only vapor, and not liquid, can be drawn in.
cap still in the liquid line flange. Refer to Piping Instructions in Section I of this bulletin.
Action: Inspect piping for a closed shut-off valve. Action: Correct condenser and “foul gas” piping.
Open the shut-off valves, clean the strainer, or re-
move the shipping cap. See also the Caution sec- Ammonia instead of noncondensibles released
tion on page 12. from purger.
(See also page 10; Digital Readout Flashing 3333)
Reason 3: Flooded evaporator is full of oil.
Reason 1: Purge gas solenoid valve (C) leaking at seat.
Check: Look for oil at the drain valves.
Symptom: A slow leak of noncondensibles to the
Action: Drain the oil according to safe refrigera-
bubbler when the Purging status light is off.
tion practices.
Check: Look for dirt or a worn seat in the purge
Purger not operating and the Digital Readout gas solenoid valve (C).
blank Action: Remove, clean, or replace the seat/orifice
Reason 1: One or both of the replaceable 3 amp and solenoid tube plunger. See also the Caution
fuses is blown. (APM’s shipped before January section on page 12.
1997 have circuit breakers instead of fuses.) Reason 2:: Oil in purger.
Check: Check for a blown fuse. Symptom: No frost around the low side oil drain
Action: Replace the blown fuse. valve.
Action: Remove oil through both the low side and
Reason 2: Condensation inside the flexible electric
conduit is causing a short in the DIN plug connector. high side drain valves (See Figure 1) per safe refrig-
Note: This only applies to APM purgers shipped eration procedures and suggested oil removal in-
before December 9, 1996. structions describe in the Oil Drain section, page 4.
Check: Remove the DIN plug connector from the
Water bubbler develops excessive mineral
solenoid valve and inspect for moisture or
coating.
condensation.
Reason 1: Hard water.
Action: Replace the solenoid, flexible conduit, and
Action: Add vinegar to the bubbler water. Then,
(if necessary) the power board. Contact the factory
clean with the supplied brush. Use a water
for an upgrade kit including the solenoid and flex-
conditioning housing and cartridge in the water supply
ible conduit. The power board must be ordered sepa-
line to the purger.
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OPTIONAL VALVE PACKAGE (VPM) CAUTION
Hansen purgers are only for refrigeration systems
and must not be used in a manner not specified
herein. These instructions and related safety
precautions must be read completely and understood
before selecting, using, or servicing these purgers.
Only knowledgeable, trained refrigeration technicians
should install, operate, or service these purgers.
Purger should be disconnected from the power supply
before servicing. Stated temperature and pressure
limits should not be exceeded. Purger components
should not be removed from the purger unless the
system has been evacuated to zero pressure. See
also the Safety Precautions in current the List Price
Bulletin and the Safety Precautions Sheet supplied
with the product. Escaping refrigerant may cause
personal injury, particularly to the eyes and lungs.
Figure 12.
DEFINITIONS PARTS LIST
ELECTRICAL
Noncondensibles: Mostly air, this gas causes higher than
necessary head pressure. Typically air enters a refrigeration Control board ..................................................20-1836
system through vacuum leaks, break down of oil and refrigerant, Shield for above ....................................... 20-2271
and during service repairs. Ground wire for above ........................... 20-2270
“Foul gas”: A mixture of noncondensibles and refrigerant gas. Power board .....................................................20-1845
P-trap: A piping arrangement, typically in condenser drain 3A (amp) fuse (5mm x 20mm) Type F,
lines, to prevent passage of gas while enabling liquid to proceed. for Power board ....................................... 20-1698
High-pressure liquid: Refrigerant liquid source from condenser Cable, control board ...................................... 20-1837
or receiver.
Pressure transducer ...................................... 20-1857
Purge gas: The noncondensible result of the separation of
refrigerant gas from the “foul gas” by the purger. Temperature sensor ....................................... 67-0052
Purge point: Represents a location on the refrigeration system High side level sensor ...................................77-0534
from which “foul gas” is removed. Drainer and low side level sensor .............. 77-0535
Enabled purge points: Purge points connected to purger and Solenoid coil kit, 230V for DIN plug ........... 70-1055
selected by the purge point enable switches, see page 7. Solenoid coil kit, 115V for DIN plug ........... 70-1054
Active purge point: Purge point from which the purger is DIN plug connector with gasket .................. 70-0316
currently removing “foul gas”.
Remote purge point solenoid valve: A solenoid valve MECHANICAL
controlled by the purger located at a purge point.
Solenoid tube/plunger kit .............................70-1059
Water bubbler: A system by which the purge gas is cleaned of
residual ammonia. Water solenoid valve (D), less coil ............. HS2B(10)
APM bubbler .................................................... 20-1959
Installation Category (overvoltage category) II: Product
withstands impulse of 2500 Volts according to standardized Strainer/orifice screen assembly kit
impulse voltage levels per IEC 664. includes strainer/orifice screen
assembly and necessary O-rings ........ 20-2177
Water flow controller ..................................... 20-1985
Removable seat/orifice kits
SYMBOLS For solenoid valve (B) or (C) ................ 70-1068
For solenoid valve (A) ............................ 70-1069
EARTH (GROUND) terminal for protective 80 psid check valve ........................................ 20-1949
conductor. Foul gas/liquid line strainer kits include
strainer basket and O-ring .................... 78-1010

CAUTION, Risk of electrical shock. WARRANTY

Easily touched higher temperature parts. Hansen electrical and electronic parts are guaranteed
against defective materials and workmanship for 90
days F.O.B. our plant. All other components are
guaranteed for one year F.O.B. our plant. No
CAUTION consequential damages or field labor is included.

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