Unit installation
McQuay IM 777-3 29
Service and Maintenance
Maintaining the Coil
1 The coil must be clean to obtain maximum performance. 
Check once a year under normal operating conditions and, 
if dirty, brush or vacuum clean. Use a chemical coil cleaner 
on multiple row coils. Read and follow the chemical 
cleaner’s instructions as some cleaners may contain harsh 
chemicals. Take care not to damage fins while cleaning. 
2 Drain pans in any air conditioning unit may have some 
moisture. Algae, etc., can grow due to airborne spores and 
bacteria. Periodic cleaning is necessary to prevent this 
buildup from plugging the drain and causing the drain pan 
to overflow. Also, keep the drain pans clean to prevent the 
spread of disease. Cleaning should be performed by 
qualified personnel.
3 Dirt and lint can clog the condensate drain, especially with 
dirty filters. Inspect twice a year to help avoid overflow.
Winterizing Water Coils
Coils can freeze due to air stratification or failure of outdoor 
air dampers and/or preheat controls. Do not depend on routine 
draining of water cooling coils for winter shutdown as 
insurance against freeze-up. Severe coil damage can result. 
Drain all coils as thoroughly as possible and then treat in the 
following manner.
• Fill each coil independently with an antifreeze solution 
using a small circulating pump and again thoroughly drain.
• Check freezing point of antifreeze before proceeding to next 
coil. Due to a small amount of water always remaining in 
each coil, there is a diluting effect. The small amount of 
antifreeze solution remaining in the coil must always be 
concentrated enough to prevent freeze-up.
Note:  Carefully read instructions for mixing antifreeze 
solution used. Some products have a higher freezing 
point in their natural state when mixed with water. 
McQuay International is not responsible for the 
freezing of coils. 
Removing and Replacing Components
See “Access Doors and Panels” on page 7 for instructions on 
removing panels and opening fan access doors to remove or 
replace components.
Removing the Fan Section 
The fan shaft, motor, and any drive components can be 
removed and replaced through the access door opening. If 
required, the side panel can be removed for additional access.
If fan replacement is required, the entire fan assembly can be 
pulled out the side of the cabinet. The fan assembly includes 
the fan housing, the bearing support, and the fan base.
Table 18: Filter Pressure Drops
Bag filters—DriPak 2000
Efficiency 45% 65% 85% 95%
Rated velocity (fpm) 625 500 500 500
Initial pressure drop .20–.26 .21–30 .34–.48 .50–.70
Initial pressure drop 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Cartridge filters—Varicel II MH, 4.25" deep
Efficiency 65% 85% 95% Efficiency
Rated velocity (fpm) 500 500 500 Rated velocity (fpm)
Initial pressure drop .43 .61 .70 Initial pressure drop
Final pressure drop 1.5 1.5 1.5 Final pressure drop
Cartridge filters—Varicel SH, 12" deep
Efficiency 70%
Rated velocity (fpm) 500
Initial pressure drop .39
Final pressure drop 1.2
Pleated panel filters
Type Perfect pleat AMAir 300 4"
Efficiency 30% 30%
Rated Velocity (fpm) 500 625
Initial Pressure Drop .36 .36
Final Pressure Drop 1.0 1.0
5700 filters
Efficiency N/A
Rated velocity (fpm) 500
Initial pressure drop .25
Final pressure drop 1.0
Pleated 62 Plus filters
Size 2" 4"
Efficiency 70% 70%
Initial pressure drop .42 .37
Final pressure drop 1.0 1.0
WARNING
Mold can cause personal injury. Clean drain pan regularly so 
mold does not develop.
AVERTISSEMENT
La moisissure présente un danger respiratoire. Pour éviter 
la moisissure, nettoyer régulièrement le bassin de drainage.
WARNING
Before removing any component, lock out and tag out all 
power to the unit. Fans and belts can cause severe personal 
injury or death.
AVERTISSEMENT
Avant d’enlever toute composante, couper et indiquer que 
l’alimentation électrique à l’unité est coupée. Les 
ventilateurs et les courroies peuvent entraîner des blessures 
personelles graves ou même la mort.










