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5.12 - Spare plates
Plates may be replaced individually or altogether. In this last
case, however, it is recommended to replace all the gaskets
(see the previous section).
• If only a few plates are replaced, indicate the sequence of
the plates to be replaced shown on the plate arrangement
drawing.
5.13 - Troubleshooting
FLUID LEAKS BETWEEN PLATE PACK AND FRAME
PROBLEM
Leak detected at the bottom of the pack.
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
Make sure that all the bolts are correctly tightened.
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° Make sure that there is no mechanical stress on any of the
connections.
° Reposition or replace the gasket on the starter or end plate.
Check the internal surface of the fixed head for defects.
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° Make sure that there are no foreign bodies between the
starter plate and the fixed head.
Test the starter/end plate for signs of damage (cracks, holes).
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FLUID LEAKS BETWEEN CONNECTIONS AND FRAME
PROBLEM
Fluid leaks where a connection passes through the fixed head.
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POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
If welded connections are used, check the condition of the welds.
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° If cracks are found, contact your CARRIER consultant before
attempting any repairs.
° If other connections are used, contact your CARRIER con-
sultant.
FLUID LEAKS FROM THE PLATE PACK
PROBLEM
Leak detected from plate pack.
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
Measure the tightening dimension and check it against the
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data plate. Tighten if need be.
Mark the area around the leak with a felt-tip pen then open
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the heat exchanger and inspect the area.
Check the sequence and alignment of the plates.
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° Check the condition of the gaskets (correct position, overall
condition, elasticity). Reposition or replace the gaskets as
needed.
INTERNAL LEAKS WITH mixing of fluids
Contact your CARRIER consultant as quickly as possible.
PROBLEM
The fluids in the heat exchanger are mixing together at the
unit's outlet.
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