G

35
BASIC 700 OPERATOR MANUAL
This manual has been designed for the operators of Carrier
Transicold Basic 700 truck refrigeration units. It contains the basic
instructions for the daily operation of the refrigeration unit as well
as safety information, trouble-shooting tips, and other information
that will help you to deliver the load in the best possible condition.
Please take the time to read the information contained in this
booklet and refer to it whenever you have a question about the
operation of your Carrier Transicold Basic 700 unit.
Your refrigeration unit has been engineered to provide long,
trouble-free performance when it is properly operated and
maintained. The checks outlined in this guide will help to minimize
on-the-road problems. The maintenance program will also help to
control operating costs, increase the unit’s working life, and
maintain top-level performance.
At Carrier Transicold, we are continually working to improve the
products we build. As a result, specifications are liable to change
without notice.

36
 CONTENTS

Page
UNIT DESCRIPTION 38
SYMBOLS USED 40
UNIT INSTALLATION 41
ROAD VERSION 42
ROAD/STANDBY VERSION 43
G
UNIT OPERATION 44 B
CHECK-OUT AND START-UP 46
ON ROAD 46
ON STANDBY 47
SETTINGS 48
TEMPERATURE SET-POINT ADJUSTMENT 48
MODIFYING DEFROST PARAMETERS
AND TEMPERATURE HIGH AND LOW ALARMS 49
ALARMS 50
UNIT MAINTENANCE 51
UNIT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 52
FUSES 53
PRODUCT LOADING 54
RECOMMENDED TRANSPORT TEMPERATURES 56
STANDBY OPERATING GUIDELINES 57
MANUFACTURER INFORMATION 58
EXCERPT FROM A.T.P. EUROPE REGULATIONS 61
EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE 63

37
UNIT DESCRIPTION
Simple, tried and tested design. Low-cost purchase and operation
to equip small delivery vehicles.
Two types of power drive are available:
. By the vehicle engine on-the-road : Road version
. By the vehicle engine on-the-road and by switching the unit to
standby on engine shutdown : Road/Standby version.
The control and regulation circuits operate on 12 VDC.

38
 UNIT DESCRIPTION

CAB CONTROL
This functional accessory simplifies all control operations. From his
seat, the driver can carry out all the control operations: start-up,
shut-down, road or standby operation, adjusting the set-point
(defrost on option). He can display the box temperature, and with
the temperature alarm lights, know if the required set-point is
being maintained. When the battery voltage is less than 10.5 volts,
a fail-safe system shuts down the unit. Unit start-up is automatic
and time-delayed if the voltage rises above 10.5 volts.
G
B

Fuse
2A

Neimam
+12V

39
 UNIT DESCRIPTION

SYMBOLS USED ON THE CAB CONTROL

Display and/or
Standby mode
manual defrost

Display or enter
Road mode SET data

Defrost interval set TOP

0/6h range 30 MN
Defrost time set

Temperature high Temperature low

alarm display alarm display

OFF Unit shut-down Set-point display

Data change Display

40
UNIT INSTALLATION
- The split-system set-up enables adaptation of the unit to the
various vehicles marketed by the manufacturers.
- The extremely low height of the assembly enables it to be easily
mounted on the roof of trucks.
- The unit is available in ROAD and ROAD/STANDBY
versions.
Its low weight enables maximum carrying capacity.
A: Condenser
B: Front-mount or roof-mount evaporator G
C: Cab control
D: 70 Ah battery B
J: 70 A mini, 12 VDC charge alternator

A
B
J D C

41
 UNIT INSTALLATION

ROAD VERSION

A. Condenser
B. Evaporator
C. Cab control
D. 12 VDC alternator
E. Vehicle battery

C B

D
E

42
 UNIT INSTALLATION

ROAD/STANDBY VERSION

A. Condenser
B. Evaporator
C. Cab control
D. 12 VDC alternator
E. Vehicle battery

G
A
B

C B

D
E

to standby
(220 VAC / 1 / 50 Hz)

43
UNIT OPERATION

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
- Over the road, an open compressor is driven by a 12 VDC
electric motor, powered by the 12 VDC alternator and the
vehicle battery. The vehicle 12 VDC also powers the evaporator
and condenser fans. It is therefore essential to shut-down the
unit when the vehicle engine has stopped.
- On standby, the electric motor of the unit drives a generator
which supplies the power necessary to run the evaporator and
condenser fans. The control is powered by a transformer
installed inside the unit.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
- As soon as the set-point temperature has been reached,
regulation is obtained by the start-up and shut-down of the
electric motor.
- The condenser and evaporator fans shut down during the off
cycle.
NEVER RUN THE UNIT WITH NO GAS.
- WHEN THERE IS A LEAK ON THE SUCTION SIDE
THERE IS ABSORPTION OF HUMIDITY.
- WHEN THERE IS A LEAK OF THE DISCHARGE SIDE
THERE IS A LOSS OF REFRIGERATION OIL.
THIS CAN LEAD TO THE COMPRESSOR SEIZING UP.
CONTROL COMPONENTS
- Cab control:
- Integrated defrost timer.
- Visual alarm displays of high and low temperatures
- Error messages in the event of unit malfunction
- Detection of battery voltage.
See the flap behind the front cover.

44
 UNIT OPERATION

t
G
B

TEMPERATURE DISPLAY 2A fuse slot

˚C - shunt set to left

˚F - shunt set to right

45
CHECK-OUT AND START-UP
To follow the following instructions more easily,
please open the flap behind the front page.

3 ON ROAD
- Check the belt tension of the charge alternator drive belts.
START-UP AND CONTROL OF BOX TEMPERATURE
- Start the vehicle engine.
- To start the unit press the Road key (2) for 3 seconds (start-up
is time-delayed for 40 seconds).
- The digital display of the cab control displays the box
temperature.
- Check the temperature set-point is right by pressing the SET
key (6) ; the digital display reads out the set-point.
- Enter a new set-point if necessary (see temperature set-point
adjustment).
IN THE EVENT OF DIFFICULTY ON START-UP, CHECK THAT:
- The cab control and power fuses have not blown.
- The temperature selected by the cab control has not been
affected.

UNIT SHUT-DOWN
- Press the OFF key (4).

IMPORTANT
Always shut-down the refrigeration unit before shutting-down the
vehicle engine.

46
 CHECK-OUT AND START-UP

To follow the following instructions more easily,

please open the flap behind the front page.

3 ON STANDBY (ROAD/STANDBY VERSION)

Before start-up, check:
- On the power network:
Check that the type of current corresponds to the
characteristics of the unit (see page 57).
- On the unit:
Connect the unit the power network.
GB
START-UP AND BOX TEMPERATURE CONTROL
- Press the Standby key (3) for 3 seconds.
- The digital display of the cab control displays the box
temperature.
- Check the temperature set-point is right by pressing the SET
key (6); the digital display reads out the set-point.
- Enter a new set-point if necessary (see temperature set-point
adjustment).
UNIT SHUT-DOWN
- Press the OFF key (4).

47
SETTINGS
To follow the following instructions more easily,
please open the flap behind the front page.

TEMPERATURE SET-POINT ADJUSTMENT

Before any programming, set the cab control to Road or Standby
mode.
- Briefly press the SET key (6) ; the set-point temperature is
displayed on the digital display screen of the cab control. The
set-point display LED (8) flashes.
Within the next five seconds
- press key (5) to lower the set-point to the required
temperature.
- press key (7) to raise the set-point to the required
temperature.
When the required set-point temperature is displayed, wait five
seconds until the box temperature is displayed once again.
- Validate the new set-point value by briefly pressing the SET
key (6).
IMPORTANT
Never unplug the unit extension cord until the unit has shut down.

48
 SETTINGS

To follow the following instructions more easily,

please open the flap behind the front page.

MODIFYING THE DEFROST PARAMETERS AND

TEMPERATURE HIGH AND LOW ALARMS
- Press the SET key (6) for approximately 6 seconds; the defrost
cycle time is displayed and the TOP 30 mn light flashes.
- To modify the defrost cycle time, press keys (5) or (7) to
decrease or increase the time.
- The defrost cycle ranges from 5 to 30 min.
G
- Setting the cycle to ”1” sends a defrost command pulse. B
- Press the SET key (6) to validate the defrost cycle time setting,
and display the defrost interval.
- Press keys (5) or (7) to decrease or increase the defrost interval.
The 0/6 h light flashes.
- The defrost interval ranges from 20 min. to 6 hours, in 10
min. increments.
- Press the SET key (6) to validate the defrost interval set-point
required, and display the temperature high alarm, which can be
set using keys (5) and (7).
- The temperature range is from 0° to +10°C in relation to the
set-point temperature.
- The value ”00” cancels the alarm and switches off the light.
- Press the SET key (6) to validate the temperature high alarm
and display the temperature low alarm, which can be set using
keys (5) and (7).
- The temperature range is from 0° to -10°C in relation to the
set-point temperature.
- The value ”00” cancels the alarm and switches off the light.
- Press the SET key (6) to validate the temperature low alarm
and return to the box temperature.

Note: The display reverts to the box temperature and validates the
modified values as soon as the wait state is longer than 5 seconds.
The input data are backed up in the case of a power failure.

49
 SETTINGS

ALARMS.
TYPE CONDITIONS ALARMS
Temperature Box temperature higher Light flashes
high than the set-point
temperature plus the
programmed high
temperature margin (0 to
10˚).
Temperature Box temperature lower Light flashes
low than the set-point
temperature plus the
programmed low
temperature margin (0 to
-10˚).
Defrost Defrost higher than 45 min. Light flashes
(Klixon remains closed).

Note: If defrost is
requested during
thermostatic control Displays :
(neither heating nor
cooling mode) ≥ 45 min.
the defrost alarm is
activated, but this should
not be seen as a
malfunction.
Battery Battery voltage < 10.5 V Red light flashes.
for 40 sec. Regulation is
cancelled for 10
min.
Probe Probe malfunction Flashing display
of :

50
UNIT MAINTENANCE

UNIT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Regular servicing is required in order to optimize the service life
and reliability of your unit. Service operations are to be carried out
according to the following schedule:
Kilometres 35 000 65 000 95 000 125 000 155 000 185 000 215 000 250 000
Miles 20000 40000 60000 80000 100000 120000 140000 160000

Service
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
A G
Service
■ ■ B
B

Refrigerant : type R134a

Oil type for compressors : Only use the type of oil (POE oil)
recommended by Carrier Transicold.
Oil analysis :
On request we can analyse your compressor oil.
To do this, we send a small drum with a label on which you should
indicate:
- the type of compressor,
- the lapse of time or mileage since the last oil change,
- the type of Carrier equipment,
- the date of initial operation.

51
 UNIT MAINTENANCE

DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS

Service Operations
Service A - Replace compressor belt (only use original
belts)
- Clean the condenser
- Check the compressor oil level
- Check the gas level (sight-glass)
- Check the thermostat is working correctly
- Check the tightness of the bolts and screws
and fasteners on the box.
- Check the state of fasteners for refrigeration
lines and electrical wiring.
- Check the defrost system (if fitted):
- Automatic and manual cut-in
- Defrost water discharge
- Check the brackets and bearings
- Check that the evaporator and condenser
fans operate correctly
Service B - Check the coupling of the electric motor.

Nota :
- Every 12 months (Road and Road/Standby) replace the 12
VDC motors brusches.

52
 UNIT MAINTENANCE

FUSES
- Road version

F2
F3 F5
F4 G
B

- Road/Standby version

F1

F2 F5
F3
F4

ROAD/STANDBY ROAD FUNCTION

version version

F1 2A - Cab control power supply

F2 2A 2A Defrost valve
F3 10 A 10 A Condenser fan
F4 10 A 10 A Evaporator fan motors
F5 50 A 50 A Electric motor

53
PRODUCT LOADING
Proper air circulation in the truck body, i.e. that can move around
and through the load, is a critical element in maintaining product
quality during transport. If air cannot circulate completely around
the load, hot-spots during defrost can occur.
The use of packaging which enables air circulation in the lower
section is highly recommended, in order to enable the free flow of
air and its return to the evaporator. Appropriate packaging helps
to protect the products from the heat passing through the floor of
the vehicle.
Product stacking is another important factor in protecting the
product. Those generating heat, such as fruit and vegetables,
should be stacked in such a way to allow air to flow around the
products, to remove the heat they generate: the process is called
”air stacking” the product. Goods which do not generate heat, such
as frozen meat and other frozen food products, should be stacked
tightly in the centre of the box. All the products should be kept
well away from the sidewalls of the box, enabling air to circulate
between the box and the load; this prevents the heat filtering
through the sidewalls from damaging the products.
It is important to check the temperature of the products during
loading to ensure they are at the correct temperature for transport.
The refrigeration unit is designed to maintain the temperature of
products at the temperature at which it was loaded; it was not
designed to refrigerate warm products.
A FEW SUGGESTIONS
Before loading
- Pre-cool the inside of the insulated body, by lowering the
temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Remove the humidity inside the box by running a manual
defrost cycle. This is only possible when the inside temperature
is 3°C or less.

54
 PRODUCT LOADING

- Evaporator fans are protected by safety grills. In the event of

heavy duty use of the unit, ice can accumulate on the grills. It is
therefore recommended to clean them regularly by means of a
small brush. The operation MUST be done when the unit has
been SHUT DOWN.
For loading purposes :
- Only load when the unit has been shut down.
- It is recommended to minimise the time when the door is open,
to avoid intake of hot air or humidity.
G
- Select the temperature in relation to the products transported.
- Check the core temperature of products during loading (probe
B
thermometer).
- Take care not to block the air intakes and outlets on the
evaporator section.
- Leave a free space of approximately:
- 6 to 8 cm between the load and the frontwall
- 20 cm between the top of the load and the roof,
- a few centimetres between the floor and the load using
gratings or suitable packaging.
- Do not forget to close the doors.
- Check your load, and see that nobody is shut inside the box.

Note :
For stationnary utilization, we recommend to place the body in the
shade.

IMPORTANT :
Never leave a unit more than one month without operating it.

55
RECOMMENDED TRANSPORT TEMPERATURES
A few general recommendations on product transport
temperatures are given below. The information is for reference
purposes only, the set-points required by the shipper or receiver
have priority.
More detailed information is available from your Carrier
Transicold distributor.

Product Set-point range

Bananas 15˚C 55˚F to 60˚F

Fresh fruit and + 4˚C to + 6˚C + 39˚F to +43˚F

vegetables

Fresh meat and + 2˚C + 36˚F

seafood

Dairy products + 2˚C to + 6˚C 36˚F to 43˚F

During delivery cycles that include frequent stops and door

openings, it is recommended to shut down the unit during the time
the box doors are open, in order to limit the accumulation of ice
on the evaporator.

56
STANDBY OPERATING GUIDELINES
For safe, reliable operation in Standby mode, it is important to
follow the following guidelines:
- Always switch the unit OFF before plugging it into the power
source.
- The extension cable and fuse used for Standby operation must
comply with the following table:

Standardized extension cable

Fuse
Unit H.07.RNF
220/1/50 Hz
220 V G
BASIC 700 10 A 3 x 2,5 mm2 B
The unit connection cable must be fitted with a ground connection.
The cable must be connected to earth.
When performing maintenance procedures on the refrigeration
unit, make sure the unit is disconnected from the power source.

57
MANUFACTURER INFORMATION

WARRANTY
As soon as you receive your warranty card, please keep it in a safe
place.
The card will be requested for any intervention under warranty
which needs to be performed on your equipment. Always update
the service chart which is to be found inside the front cover.
This manual refers to the standard model. Certain options may not
appear in the manual, in which case please consult the Carrier
transicold technical services.
Carrier Transicold constantly seeks to improve the quality of its
products and therefore reserve the right to modify them without
prior notice.
INSTALLATION
For assembly and during routine service operations
Access to the unit located above the cab may involve certain risks.
TAKE EVERY SAFETY MEASURE TO ACCESS THE UNIT.
Recommendation :
When handling the unit, use suitable lifting gear attached to the
lifting points provided for that purpose on the unit.
Note :
On installation, the unit should not protrude out of the body
clearance.
BATTERY
Maintenance :
Never leave a unit more than one month out of use. In the event of
a long standstill, charge the battery independently.
Before performing any welding on the chassis, take care to
disconnect the battery from the unit and the vehicle as well as from
the charge alternator and any other electronic system.

58
 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION

Never start up your unit or vehicle using a booster, to avoid

damaging the electronic system of the unit or your vehicle.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check that all fastening bolts are tight and suited for the appli-
cation.
2. When drilling holes in the unit or vehicle chassis, take care not
to pierce the refrigeration lines, electrical wiring, or any other
component of the vehicle equipment.
3. When working near the batteries (condenser and evaporator), G
take care not to cut yourself on the sharp edges of the fins. B
4. When the unit is running, keep your hands well away from the
fans or belts.
5. Never close the compressor discharge valves when the unit is
running.
6. During repair work, only use pressure gauge by-pass hoses
which are good working order, and keep them clear of any
contact with the belts, pulleys or fans.
7. Take maximum safety precautions when handling the refrige-
rant.
8. In the presence of a flame the refrigerant gives off a gas with
an unpleasant smell which irritates the lungs.
9. Never heat a refrigeration circuit containing a refrigerant using
a flame.
10. Maximum safety precautions should be taken whenever hand-
ling the refrigeration circuit. In its liquid form, the refrigerant
evaporates in contact with the atmosphere and freezes every-
thing it touches.
First aid in case of frost-bite:
a) Cover the frost-bitten part.
b) Quickly reheat the frost-bitten part by plunging it into cold
water.

59
 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION

c) If no water is available, or its use is not possible, gently wrap

the affected part in a clean cloth.
d) If refrigerant has been splashed into your eyes, rinse them
immediately with clean water; in this event as a further
precaution you should be medically examined.
11 Refrigeration oil
Synthetic types
- Avoid lengthy or repeated contact with the skin
- Carefully wash your hands after handling.
WARNING :
The unit starts up automatically. Keep well away from moving
parts (belts, pulleys, fans).

60
EXCERPT FROM ”A.T.P. EUROPE” REGULATIONS

(Date : March 1974)

Approval of vehicles intended for the carriage of perishable goods.
Before putting a refrigerated vehicle into service, it is necessary to
have it approved by the Regional Health Department.
CHARACTERISTICS OF VEHICLES USED FOR CARRYING
PERISHABLE GOODS; REFRIGERATION UNIT
A refrigeration unit is an insulated unit with a cooling system
which makes it possible, with a mean outside temperature of
G
+30°C, to lower the temperature inside the empty body and to B
maintain this low temperature in the following way:
CLASS A :
Refrigerated unit furnished with a cooling system whereby a
temperature between +12°C and 0°C inclusive can be chosen.
CLASS B :
Refrigerated unit furnished with a cooling system whereby a
temperature between +12°C and -10°C inclusive can be chosen.
CLASS C :
Refrigerated unit furnished with a cooling system whereby a
temperature between +12°C and -20°C inclusive can be chosen.
The cooling capacity of a unit is determined by a test carried out in
one of the approval testing stations and ratified by an official
report.
Note : The ”K” factor of bodies intended to be classified as C must
be equal to or lower than 0.4 W/m2C˚.

61
 EXCERPT FROM ”A.T.P. EUROPE” REGULATIONS

SIGNS, IDENTIFICATION MARKS AND PLATES TO BE ATTACHED

TO REFRIGERATION UNITS.
Refrigeration Plate
This reference must be followed by identification marks according
to the following list:
Standard Class A refrigeration unit FNA
Reinforced Class A refrigeration unit FRA
Reinforced Class B refrigeration unit FRB
Reinforced Class C refrigeration unit FRC
In addition to the above identification marks, the date (month and
year) of expiry of the approval certificate must be indicated.
Example: FRC
6-1995
(6 = month (June) 1995 = year)
Very important
Regularly check the expiry date of the approval certificate. During
transport, the approval certificate or provisional certificate should
be shown on request from qualified agents. To have an insulated
unit approved as a refrigeration unit, an application to modify the
approval certificate should be sent to the regional health office.

62
EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE
At Carrier Transicold we work hard to give you a global service.
That means a world-wide network of dealers and technical
assistance that is available. Our service centres are manned by
factory-trained personnel backed by a complete stock of spare
parts to ensure you of prompt repair.
Should you encounter a problem with your refrigeration unit
during transit, please follow your company’s emergency procedure
or contact your Carrier Transicold service centre. Consult the
directory to find the one nearest you. The directory can be
obtained from your Carrier Transicold dealer.
G
If you are unable to reach a service centre, call the Carrier B
Transicold 24-Hour Action Line:
In Europe, to obtain technical assistance 24 hours a day,
call (33) 35.79.12.12.
When calling, please have the following information available:
- Your name, the name of your company and your location.
- A telephone number where you can be called back.
- Refrigeration unit model and serial number.
- Box temperature, set-point and products transported.
- Brief description of the problem you are having, and what you
have already done to correct the problem.
We shall do everything we can to solve the problem and get your
unit back on the road.

63