VRF System Method Statement
Method Statement
For
VRF SYSTEM
Rev. Comments Prepared By Checked By Approved By
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CONTENTS
1. SCOPE
2. PURPOSE
3. RESPONSIBILITES
4. SAFTY
5. PROCEDURES
6. COMMESIONING
1. SCOPE:
The scope of this method statement covers installation of the VRF
System (Refrigerant Piping Network, Piping Fittings and Transmission
Networks) for all floors in accordance with specifications and drawings.
2. PURPOSE:
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The Purpose of this method statement is to describe the materials which
will be used and work procedure for VRF System.
3. RESPONSIBILITES:
TIBA Project manager or his engineers are responsible for ensuring
that this method statement is fully implemented upon approval by
supervision consultant.
TIBA Quality Control Engineer is responsible for the proper
implementation of the quality control procedures including inspection
and testing of materials.
4. PROCEDURES:
4.1 General procedure
The fixing of all air conditioning equipment, installation of all refrigerant pipe work
and full commissioning shall be performed by a specialist refrigerant installer who
shall be authorized to install VRF equipment
Accredited installer will ensure that all personnel are instructed to comply with the
prevailing site rules/directions.
Accredited installer shall clearly state on his tender submission the specialist sub-
contractor he intends to employ to carry out the work if not in their direct
employment.
Full access shall be afforded to site during the installation stage of the project to allow
them to verify that installation methods are fully in accordance with the supplier
requirements and that the equipment’s warranties will not be invalidated. All works
including labor, materials, plant, tools and equipment will comply with the standard.
Furth more all of the following points should be adhered to.
4.1.1 Accredited installer retains the responsibility to advise of any aspects which,
based upon experience, would appear to be inappropriate and or likely to lead to
operational problems.
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4.1.2 Accredited installer will adhere to the health & safety at the site, and all other
relevant attendant legislation.
4.1.3 Accredited installer will ensure that all personnel are fully competent in the work
they are tasked to perform and any claim to stated qualifications are valid.
4.1.4 Accredited installer will ensure that all personnel are instructed to comply with
the prevailing site rules /directions.
4.1.5 Accredited installer will use calibrated and regularly checked tools. Electrical
tools will be calibrated and checked annually.
4.1.6 Upon completion of the works, accredited installer will ensure that all debris is
removed and the site is left clean and tidy to the satisfaction of customer.
4.2 Refrigeration Pipe work
Supply and installation of all interconnecting refrigeration pipe work should be carried out
by an Accredited Installer )TIBA ((certificate of approval must be submitted prior the
installation commencement – the refrigeration pipes will be supplied by the
manufacturer), the certificate of approval to be issued through the supplier or
manufacturer representative. All pipe work must be suitable for R410a as applicable.
Longest possible lengths of copper pipe should be utilized to minimize joints on site
furthermore all of the following points should be adhered to.
4.2.1 All copper pipes up to 2 1/8” outside diameter (O/D) shall be fabricated from
refrigerant quality tube to the project specification. Tube shall be fully annealed
(soft) up to 5/8” outside diameter (O/D) only. Tube shall be delivered to site
internally degreased and shall be stored in clean dry conditions with ends sealed
until required for installation. Outdoor support for pipes shall be covered tray,
indoor pipes supports shall be hanger support each 1.5 meter.
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Fig. 1- Minimum copper pipes thickness
4.2.2 All due consideration and allowances shall be taken to keep pipe work clean
and dry during the installation works. Ensuring that all pipe work
unfinished ends capped off at all items.
4.2.3 Flared joints must only be used when connecting to the manufacturers’
equipment.
4.2.4 Pipe work to properly fixed and supported using a recognized and approved
hanger support by the supplier and the engineer.
4.2.5 Pipe work shall be suitably identified and labeled, where specified. Brazing
shall be carried out in accordance with Refrigeration Association
Specification for Brazing. At all times, when brazing, a small amount of dry
nitrogen must be purged through the pipe to prevent oxidation and scaling
internally. Any component susceptible to heat during the brazing process
that may be damaged must be protected.
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All Completed R410 a system will be strength and leak tested with dry. If the system
is found to be leaking free. The final pressure reading for both strength leaks testing is
to be witnessed and entered into the supplier checklist.
3. Steps strength and leak test:
1) 3 bar (N2) for 3 min or more ( for contractor checking before
submit to consultant )
2) 15 bar (N2) for 3 min or more ( for contractor checking before
submit to consultant )
3) 40 bar (N2) for approximate 24 hours ( for inspection from
consultant side )
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4.2.6 On completion of strength /leak testing an evacuation is to be carried out for
more than 2hr and bring the system to (- 30mmHg) and the system will
remain under this condition for more than 15 minutes.
4.2.7 The inspection request will be submitted as follow:
1- For copper pipe installation.
2- Strength and leak tested for copper pipe at 40 bar (N2) for approximate
24 hours with copper pipe brazing.
3- For copper pipe insulation.
4- For indoor unit installation.
5- For outdoor unit installation.
6- Testing flared joints and connecting the copper pipes to the indoor unit.
4.3 Electrical work
Electrical work contractor shall include for the design, shop drawing, material
submittal and installation (unless otherwise specified). Including connecting all items
of mechanical equipment. Electrical work contractor shall provide and install all
wiring, cables, cable trays, termination points, and local means of Isolation, control
wiring etc., to mechanical plant items to ensure that all items of equipment and
controls fully function in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
4.3.1 All electrical cables and data/control cables used for power distribution will
comply with the project specification and manufacturer recommendations.
The control cables from the outdoor units to the indoor units shall be
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installed along the refrigeration pipes and will be provided inside EMT
conduits.
4.3.2 Appropriate glands will be fitted to each item of equipment in accordance
with environmental conditions.
4.3.3 The whole installation will be in full accordance with the project
regulations in every respect with particular attention to clipping, earthling
of equipment, gladding off, final connections and isolating.
4.3.4 On completion the installation should be tested in accordance with the
requirements of inspection and testing section of the supplier Regulations.
Inspection shall include physical check that all equipment has been securely
fixed and that all electrical connections are mechanically sound.
4.3.5 Where necessary, to prevent damage to components of equipment, the
equipment shall be disconnected for the duration of the relevant tests.
4.3.6 A disconnect switch of isolating the electricity supply shall be fitted
adjacent to and within reach and sight of the equipment.
4.3.7 When running interconnecting control wiring it is essential to avoid the risk
of electronic control signals being corrupted. Care should therefore be taken
to avoid running control cables too close to power cables.
4.4 Thermal insulation
Thermal insulating material used within any building shall be classified as
noncombustible also free from substances which in the event of a fire would
generate appreciable quantities of smoke or toxic fumes. Insulating materials shall
be as defined by the building regulations and as per approved material submittals.
4.4.1 Thermal insulating will be fitted to all the pipe work installations detailed
herein all materials used will be ‘non-combustible’. All insulation materials
adhesives and finishes will be suitable in all respects for continuous use
without degradation throughout the range of operating temperatures and
within the environment indicated.
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4.4.2 Accredited installer will apply identification banding in all instances.
Labeling will include the wording ‘Refrigerant under pressure’
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