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Application guidelines
Danfoss Scroll for Refrigeration

MLZ Evolution A
(with POE Oil)
50-60 Hz - R404A - R507 - R134a - R22 - R407A - R407F - R448A - R449A - R452A - R513A
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Application Guidelines Content
Features...................................................... 4 System design recommendations.......... 30

General....................................................................................30
Scroll compression principle.................... 5 Essential piping design considerations.......................30
The scroll compression process....................................... 5 Refrigerant charge limit ...................................................31
Off-cycle migration.............................................................31
Compressor model designation............... 6 Liquid flood back.................................................................33
Nomenclature......................................................................... 6
Specific application recommendations.34
Technical specifications............................ 7 Low ambient application..................................................34
50Hz........................................................................................... 7 Scroll and reciprocating....................................................34
60Hz........................................................................................... 9 Low load operations...........................................................35
Brazed plate heat exchangers.........................................35
Dimensions.............................................. 11 Water utilising systems......................................................35
MLZ015-019-021-026.........................................................11
MLZ030-038-042-045-048................................................12 Sound and vibration management........ 36
MLZ058-066-076..................................................................13 Starting sound level...........................................................36
Oil sight glass........................................................................14 Running sound level..........................................................36
Schrader..................................................................................14 Stopping sound level.........................................................36
Suction and discharge connections.............................14 Sound generation in a refrigeration system..............36
Compressor sound radiation...........................................36
Electrical data, connections and wiring.15 Mechanical vibrations........................................................37
Motor voltage.......................................................................15
Gas pulsation........................................................................37
Wiring connections.............................................................15
IP rating...................................................................................15 Installation............................................... 38
Three phase electrical characteristics..........................16 System cleanliness..............................................................38
Single phase electrical characteristics.........................16 Compressor handling and storage...............................38
LRA (Locked Rotor Amp)...................................................17 Compressor mounting......................................................38
MCC (Maximum Continuous Current)..........................17 Compressor holding charge............................................38
Max Oper. A (Maximum Operating Amp)...................17 Tube brazing procedure....................................................38
Winding resistance.............................................................17 Brazing material...................................................................38
Electrical connections........................................................17 Vacuum evacuation and moisture removal...............40
Nominal capacitor value and relays..............................18 Liquid line filter driers........................................................40
Three phase...........................................................................19 Refrigerant charging..........................................................40
Internal motor protection................................................19 Insulation resistance and dielectric strength............40
Phase sequence and reverse rotation protection....19
Voltage imbalance .............................................................19 Ordering information and packaging.... 41
Packaging...............................................................................41
Approvals and certifications................... 20 Packaging details.................................................................41
Conformity to directives...................................................20
Internal free volume...........................................................20 Spare parts & accessories........................ 43
Operating conditions.............................. 21
Refrigerant and lubricants...............................................21
Motor supply.........................................................................23
Compressor ambient temperature...............................23
Application envelope.........................................................23
Maximum discharge gas temperature........................28
High and low pressure protection................................29
On/off cycling (cycle rate limit)......................................29
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Application Guidelines Features
With its unique scroll design and manufacturing scroll compressors designed for commercial
process flexibility, the new Danfoss MLZ refrigeration applications. These compressors are
refrigeration compressor offers a highly engineered for refrigeration, and offer cooling
efficient solution for demanding refrigeration capacity from 3.4 to 21kW (2 to 10HP) at common
applications. voltages and frequencies as well as any of the
common refrigerants (R404A - R507 - R134a - R22
This new family of refrigeration compressors - R407A - R407F - R448A - R449A - R452A - R513A).
includes 12 sizes of medium temperature
check valve retainer
fixed scroll
flat check valve
orbiting scroll
Thanks to its dedicated refrigeration design, energy cost in normal operating conditions and
the MLZ scroll compressor delivers a number of delivers high capacity and an optimised pressure
powerful advantages. With its high efficiency ratio for refrigeration applications.
motor and optimised scroll design it reduces
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Application Guidelines Scroll compression principle
The scroll compression The entire scroll compression process is pocket moves towards the centre of the scroll
process illustrated below. The centre of the orbiting scroll set, with corresponding increase in gas pressure.
traces a circular path around the centre of the Maximum compression is achieved, as the pocket
fixed scroll. This movement creates compression reaches the discharge port at the centre.
pockets between the two scroll elements.
Scroll compression is a continuous process:
Low pressure suction gas is trapped within each when one pocket of gas is being compressed
crescent-shaped pocket as it forms; continuous during the second orbit, another gas quantity
motion of the orbiting scroll serves to seal enters a new pocket formed at the periphery, and
the pocket, which decreases in volume as the simultaneously, another is being discharged.
SUCTION
COMPRESSION
DISCHARGE
Danfoss scroll compressors are manufactured standards of reliability and process control
using the most advanced machining, assembly, were first priority. The result is a highly efficient
and process control techniques. In design of product with the highest reliability obtainable,
both the compressor and the factory, very high and a low sound level.
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Application Guidelines Compressor model designation
Nomenclature
Type Size Motor Features Evolution
MLZ 021 T4L P9 A

Application Index
M: Medium temperature refrigeration - with PVE oil
A with POE oil
Other features
Family, Refrigerant Oil LP gauge Gas equalisation
Oil sight Oil
LZ(A): R404A - R507 - R22 - R134a - R407A - glass equalisation drain port port
R407F - R448A - R449A - R452A - R513A 9 Threaded None Schrader None None
Tubing and electrical connections

Nominal capacity P: Brazed connections, spade terminals Spade terminals
In thousand Btu/h at 60Hz, C: Brazed connections, screw terminals
ARI, MBP conditions T: Rotolock connections, spade terminals
Screw terminals
Q: Rotolock connections, screws terminals
Motor protection
Model variation
L: Internal motor protection
T: Design optimised for refrigeration
Motor voltage code
1: 208-230V/1~/60Hz
2: 200-220V/3~/50Hz & 208-230V/3~/60Hz
4: 380-415V/3~/50Hz & 460V/3~/60Hz
5: 220-240V/1~/50Hz
7: 575V/ 3~/60Hz
9: 380V/3~/60Hz
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Application Guidelines Technical specifications
50Hz
Efficiency *
Nominal Power Net weight
Swept volume Displacement Oil charge
cooling capacity * input * (with oil)
Model HP COP EER
W Btu/h kW W/W Btu/h/W cm3/rev cu.in/rev m3/h cu.ft/h Litres oz kg lb

MLZ015 2 3300 11300 1.75 1.89 6.45 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4500 15400 2.16 2.06 7.03 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 4700 16000 2.27 2.08 7.10 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 5800 19800 2.90 2.00 6.83 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 7100 24200 3.35 2.11 7.20 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
R404A**
MLZ038 5 8400 28700 3.86 2.19 7.47 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 9500 32400 4.72 2.02 6.89 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 10200 34800 4.81 2.11 7.20 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 11100 37900 5.17 2.14 7.30 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 13000 44400 6.08 2.13 7.27 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 15100 51500 7.01 2.15 7.34 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 17300 59000 7.93 2.18 7.44 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 2000 6800 1.02 1.95 6.66 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 2500 8500 1.28 1.98 6.76 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 2700 9200 1.33 2.04 6.96 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 3300 11300 1.62 2.06 7.03 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 4000 13700 1.93 2.09 7.13 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
R134a***
MLZ038 5 4700 16000 2.34 2.02 6.89 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 5300 18100 2.74 1.95 6.66 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 5900 20100 2.69 2.17 7.41 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 6200 21200 2.91 2.14 7.30 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 7400 25300 3.61 2.06 7.03 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 8600 29400 4.10 2.10 7.17 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 9600 32800 4.67 2.06 7.03 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 3200 11000 1.68 1.91 6.52 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4200 14300 2.11 1.99 6.79 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 4400 15000 2.23 1.97 6.73 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 5500 18700 2.78 1.97 6.72 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 6600 22500 3.17 2.08 7.09 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
R448A****
MLZ038 5 7800 26600 3.64 2.14 7.30 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 9100 31000 4.55 1.99 6.81 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 9700 33000 4.58 2.11 7.21 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 10400 35500 5.06 2.06 7.02 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 12200 41700 5.57 2.19 7.48 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 14200 48500 6.75 2.11 7.21 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 15200 51700 7.61 1.99 6.80 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 3300 11263 1.53 2.15 7.34 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4300 14676 1.87 2.30 7.85 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 4600 15700 2.02 2.27 7.75 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 5700 19454 2.43 2.33 7.95 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 6800 23208 2.93 2.33 7.95 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ038 5 8100 27645 3.45 2.34 7.99 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
R22
MLZ042 5.5 9100 31058 4.23 2.15 7.34 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 9300 31741 4.14 2.24 7.65 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 10600 36177 4.53 2.33 7.95 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 12300 41980 5.29 2.33 7.95 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 14100 48123 5.94 2.38 8.12 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 16600 56655 6.96 2.38 8.12 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
* at EN12900 conditions: To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C (113°F), RGT= 20°C (68°F), SC= 0K
** R507 performance data are nearly identical to R404A performance data
***: To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C (113°F), SH= 10K(18°F), SC= 0K
****R449A performance data are nearly identical to R448A performance data
All performance test data after run-in 72hrs. Motor voltage code 4: 400V/3~/50Hz, MLZ042: Motor voltage code 5: 220-240V/1~/50Hz
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Efficiency *
Model HP COP EER

MLZ015 2 3100 10580 1.55 2.00 6.83 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4000 13652 2.04 1.96 6.69 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 4200 14334 2.21 1.91 6.52 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 5300 18089 2.71 1.96 6.69 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 6500 22184 2.99 2.17 7.41 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ038 5 7500 25597 3.47 2.16 7.37 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
R407A
MLZ042 5.5 8600 29352 4.53 1.9 6.48 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 9100 31058 4.55 2.01 6.86 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 10000 34130 5.01 2.00 6.83 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 11500 39249 5.69 2.02 6.89 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 13400 45734 6.78 1.98 6.76 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 14700 50171 7.51 1.96 6.69 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 3300 11263 1.66 2.00 6.83 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4300 14676 2.19 1.96 6.69 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 4500 15358 2.37 1.91 6.52 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 5700 19454 2.90 1.96 6.69 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 6900 23549 3.20 2.17 7.41 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ038 5 8000 27304 3.72 2.16 7.37 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
R407F
MLZ042 5.5 9200 31399 4.85 1.9 6.48 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 9800 33447 4.87 2.01 6.86 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 10800 36860 5.37 2.01 6.86 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 12300 41980 6.09 2.02 6.89 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 14400 49147 7.26 1.99 6.79 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 15800 53925 8.04 1.96 6.69 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 3400 11500 1.71 1.97 6.72 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4300 14700 2.17 1.99 6.80 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 4600 15700 2.27 2.02 6.89 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 5700 29400 2.81 2.02 6.90 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 6800 23400 3.27 2.10 7.18 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ038 5 8000 27300 3.81 2.10 7.18 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
R452A
MLZ042 5.5 9300 31700 4.84 1.92 6.56 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 10100 34300 4.81 2.09 7.14 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 11000 37500 5.17 2.12 7.25 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 12900 44000 5.89 2.19 7.48 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 15100 51500 7.15 2.11 7.20 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 16200 55200 7.94 2.04 6.95 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 2100 7200 1.09 1.93 6.58 33.8 2.06 5.9 208 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 2700 9300 1.37 1.98 6.75 43.5 2.65 7.6 268 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 2900 9900 1.45 1.99 6.78 46.2 2.82 8.0 283 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 3600 12200 1.78 2.01 6.85 57.1 3.48 9.9 350 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 4400 14900 2.04 2.14 7.29 68.8 4.20 12.0 424 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ038 5 5100 17500 2.34 2.18 7.45 81.0 4.94 14.1 498 1.6 54 37 81
R513A
MLZ042 5.5 5900 20200 3.00 1.98 6.74 93.1 5.68 16.2 572 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 6400 21700 2.96 2.15 7.33 98.6 6.02 17.2 607 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 6800 23100 3.21 2.11 7.19 107.5 6.56 18.7 660 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 8000 27300 3.64 2.20 7.51 126.0 7.69 21.9 773 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 9300 31800 4.44 2.10 7.17 148.8 9.08 25.9 915 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 10000 34100 5.13 1.95 6.65 162.4 9.91 28.3 999 2.7 91 45 99
* at EN12900 conditions: To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C(113°F), RGT= 20°C(68°F), SC= 0K

Only motor code 4, code 5 of MLZ are qualified with R407A/R407F
All performance test data after run-in 72hrs
Motor voltage code 4: 400V/3~/50Hz
MLZ042: Motor voltage code 5: 220-240V/1~/50Hz
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Efficiency *
Model HP COP EER

MLZ015 2 4100 14000 2.10 1.94 6.62 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 5500 18800 2.58 2.11 7.20 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 5800 19800 2.74 2.13 7.27 46.2 2.82 9.7 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 7200 24600 3.44 2.10 7.17 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 8500 29000 3.90 2.18 7.44 68.8 4.20 14.4 509 1.6 54 37 81
R404A **
MLZ038 5 10200 34800 4.70 2.18 7.44 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 11800 40300 5.73 2.07 7.06 93.1 5.68 19.6 692 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 12400 42300 5.64 2.19 7.47 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 13500 46100 6.15 2.20 7.51 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 15700 53600 7.35 2.14 7.30 126.0 7.69 26.4 932 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 18400 62800 8.40 2.18 7.44 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 20900 71300 9.59 2.18 7.44 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 2400 8200 1.19 2.05 7.00 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 3100 10600 1.53 2.03 6.93 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 3300 11300 1.58 2.10 7.17 46.2 2.82 9.7 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 4100 14000 1.91 2.15 7.34 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 5000 17100 2.35 2.11 7.20 68.8 4.20 14.4 509 1.6 54 37 81
R134a***
MLZ038 5 5800 19800 2.80 2.09 7.13 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 6500 22200 3.33 1.94 6.62 93.1 5.68 19.6 692 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 7100 24200 3.32 2.14 7.30 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 7600 25900 3.54 2.14 7.30 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 9100 31100 4.28 2.13 7.27 126.0 7.69 26.4 932 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 10400 35500 4.85 2.15 7.34 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 11700 39900 5.61 2.09 7.13 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 3800 13100 1.96 1.96 6.69 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 5100 17400 2.48 2.06 7.02 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 5400 18400 2.62 2.06 7.03 46.2 2.82 9.7 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 6800 23200 3.21 2.12 7.23 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 6600 22500 3.17 2.08 7.09 68.8 4.20 14.5 512 1.6 54 37 81
R448A****
MLZ038 5 8200 28100 3.72 2.22 7.56 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 11000 37600 5.55 1.99 6.79 93.1 5.68 19.6 692 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 11600 39500 5.57 2.08 7.10 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 12800 43800 5.93 2.16 7.38 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 15100 51500 6.65 2.27 7.74 126.0 7.69 26.5 936 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 17400 59300 8.05 2.16 7.36 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 18700 63800 8.88 2.11 7.19 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 3900 13311 1.74 2.26 7.71 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 5200 17747 2.22 2.37 8.09 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 5600 19113 2.36 2.36 8.05 46.2 2.82 9.7 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 7000 23891 2.93 2.39 8.16 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 8200 27986 3.46 2.36 8.05 68.8 4.20 14.5 512 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ038 5 9600 32765 4.06 2.36 8.05 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
R22
MLZ042 5.5 10900 37201 5.00 2.18 7.44 93.1 5.68 19.6 692 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 11700 39932 4.91 2.38 8.12 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 12900 44027 5.36 2.4 8.19 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 14900 50853 6.34 2.34 7.99 126.0 7.69 26.5 936 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 17000 58020 7.14 2.38 8.12 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 20100 68601 8.40 2.39 8.16 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99

** R507 performance data are nearly identical to R404A performance data
*** : To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C(113°F), SH= 10K(18°F), SC= 0K
****R449A performance data are nearly identical to R448A performance data
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Efficiency *
Model HP COP EER

MLZ015 2 3800 12969 1.85 2.04 6.96 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 4900 16724 2.40 2.06 7.03 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 5300 18089 2.63 2.01 6.86 46.2 2.82 9.7 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 6400 21843 3.10 2.07 7.06 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 7900 26962 3.52 2.25 7.68 68.8 4.20 14.5 512 1.6 54 37 81
R407A
MLZ038 5 9200 31399 4.10 2.24 7.65 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 11200 38225 5.37 2.09 7.13 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 12200 41638 6.01 2.03 6.93 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 14300 48805 6.68 2.14 7.30 126.0 7.69 26.5 936 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 16700 56997 7.89 2.12 7.24 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 18100 61775 8.64 2.09 7.13 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 4100 13993 1.98 2.05 7.00 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 5300 18089 2.57 2.06 7.03 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 5700 19454 2.81 2.01 6.86 46.2 2.82 9.70 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 6900 23549 3.32 2.08 7.10 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 8500 29010 3.77 2.26 7.71 68.8 4.20 14.5 512 1.6 54 37 81
R407F
MLZ038 5 9800 33447 4.38 2.24 7.65 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 12000 40956 5.75 2.09 7.13 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 13100 44710 6.44 2.04 6.96 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 15300 52218 7.15 2.14 7.30 126.0 7.69 26.5 936 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 18000 61433 8.45 2.13 7.27 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 19400 66212 9.25 2.09 7.13 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 4100 13900 2.05 1.99 6.78 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 5200 17900 2.57 2.03 6.94 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 5500 18800 2.70 2.05 6.99 46.2 2.82 9.70 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 6800 23300 3.34 2.04 6.97 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 8400 28700 3.94 2.14 7.29 68.8 4.20 14.5 512 1.6 54 37 81
R452A
MLZ038 5 9800 33300 4.55 2.15 7.34 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ042 5.5 11400 38900 5.68 2.01 6.85 93.1 5.68 19.6 692 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 12000 41000 5.71 2.11 7.18 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 13300 45200 6.24 2.13 7.26 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 15500 53000 7.09 2.19 7.48 126.0 7.69 26.5 936 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 18500 63100 8.42 2.20 7.50 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 19800 67600 9.26 2.14 7.30 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ015 2 2500 8600 1.32 1.91 6.52 33.8 2.06 7.1 251 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ019 2.5 3300 11200 1.66 1.98 6.75 43.5 2.65 9.1 321 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ021 3 3500 11900 1.75 2.00 6.81 46.2 2.82 9.70 343 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ026 3.5 4300 14800 2.12 2.04 6.98 57.1 3.48 12.0 424 1.1 37 31 68
MLZ030 4 5300 17900 2.47 2.13 7.28 68.8 4.20 14.5 512 1.6 54 37 81
R513A
MLZ038 5 6200 21300 2.89 2.16 7.37 81.0 4.94 17.0 600 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ045 6 7600 25800 3.65 2.07 7.07 98.6 6.02 20.7 731 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ048 7 8300 28200 3.90 2.12 7.24 107.5 6.56 22.6 798 1.6 54 37 81
MLZ058 7.5 9600 32900 4.40 2.19 7.48 126.0 7.69 26.5 936 2.7 91 44 97
MLZ066 9 11400 38800 5.15 2.21 7.53 148.8 9.08 31.3 1105 2.7 91 45 99
MLZ076 10 12000 41100 5.96 2.02 6.90 162.4 9.91 34.1 1204 2.7 91 45 99

Only motor code 4, code 5 of MLZ are qualified with R407A/R407F
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Application Guidelines Dimensions
MLZ015-019-021-026
Brazed Rotolock
239 239
(9.40) (9.40)
190 190
(7.50) 4x Ø19.0
(7.50) 4 x Ø 19 (4x Ø0.75)
4 x (Ø 0.75)
129
129 (5.07)
(5.06) 111.5 (4.39)
110
239 suction line 190
(4.32)
(9.40) (7.50)
190 239
(7.50) (9.40)
110
111 (4.33)
(4.37)
34° 31°
34° 31°
73°
45° 73° 45°±2°
Ø163.5-165.5
Ø163.5 - 165.5 (Ø6.45 - 6.50)
(Ø6.45 - 6.50)
Discharge
port1/2" Discharge line
ODF Suction port 3/4" ODF Ø1.00"-14UN(2A) Suction line
Ø1"1/4-12UN(2A)
72.1-75.1 72.1-75.1
(2.83-2.95) (2.83-2.95)
Oil sight glass Oil sight glass
393 393
360 (15.48) 360 (15.48)
(14.17) (14.17)
Schrader valve Schrader valve
and cap and cap 231
231
(9.09) (9.09)
195 195
(7.67)
(7.67)
79
79
55 55 (3.11)
(2.16) (3.11) (2.16)
19 (0.74)
11 (0.43) 11 (0.43)
All dimensions in mm (inch) 19 (0.74)
All dimensions in mm (inch)
Terminal box P & T (spade terminals) Mounting grommet
1.7 (0.06) not supply with

the grommet
29.5
(1.16)
41
(1.61)
5/16" - 18 UNC
Ø11 self tapping
(Ø0.43)
Ø 41
(Ø 1.61)
Recommended torque for mounting bolts:
P & T terminal box type 11Nm (±1Nm)
Refer to section “Ordering information and packaging” for overview of shipped mounting accessories
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MLZ030-038-042-045-048
Brazed Rotolock
239 (9.40)
239 (9.40) 4 x Ø 19
190 (7.50) 190 (7.50) 4 x (Ø 0.75)
4 x Ø 19
4 x (Ø 0.75)
95.25
121.2 (4.77) (3.75)
134 134 suction
(5.27) 118 (5.27) line 239
(4.64) 239 (9.40)
190 (9.40) 190
(7.50)
(7.50)
120.3
(4.73)
1) 121 (4.76)
2) 122 (4.80)
34° 34° 31°

31°
45° 73°
45°±2°
Ø182.54 - 184.54 Ø182.54-184.54

(Ø7.18 - 7.26) (Ø7.18 - 7.26)
Discharge port
1) 1/2" ODF Discharge line
2) 3/4" ODF 1) Ø1" - 14UN(2A)
2) Ø1"1/4 - 12UN (2A)
Suction port 7/8" ODF
Suction line
Ø1"1/4-12UN (2A)
94
(3.70)
92.0-94.0
436
(17.16) (3.62-3.70)
403 Oil sight glass
(15.86)
435.9
403.2 (17.16)
(15.86)
261
(10.27)
Schrader valve
261
and cap
202 Oil sight (10.27)
(7.95) glass
202.4
(7.95) Schrader
85
56 (3.34)
(2.20)
19 (0.74)
(0.43) 11
19 (0.74)
1) MLZ 030-038-042-045 (0.43) 11
2) MLZ 048 1) MLZ030-038-042-045
2) MLZ048
Terminal box C & Q (screw terminals) Mounting grommet
C 1.7 (0.06) not supply with

T1 the grommet
S
29.5
T2 (1.16)
41
R (1.61)
T3 5/16" - 18 UNC
Ø11 self tapping
(Ø0.43)
Ø 41
(Ø 1.61)
C & Q terminal box type 11Nm (±1Nm)
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MLZ058-066-076
Brazed Rotolock
232 (9.13) 232 (9.13)
4 x Ø 19
190 (7.50) 4 x (Ø 0.75) 190 (7.50)
4 x Ø 19
4 x (Ø 0.75)
133
(5.23) 125 232
(4.92) 133
(9.13) (5.23) 124.9 (4.91)
190 suction line 232
(7.50) (9.13)
190
(7.50)
123
(4.84) 119.27
(4.69)
34° 31° 73°

45°
31°
73°
45°±2°
Ø185
(Ø7.28)
Ø185
(Ø7.28)
Discharge
port 7/8" ODF
Suction port 1"1/8 ODF Discharge line

Suction line
Ø1"1/4 - 12UN(2A)
Ø1"3/4 - 12UN(2A)
94
(3.70)
94
(3.70)
Oil sight glass
1) 490 (19.29) 1) 517 (20.35)
2) 499 (19.64) 2) 526 (20.70) 1) 517 (20.35)
1) 490 (19.29)
2) 526 (20.70)
2) 499 (19.64)
Oil sight glass 350 Schrader valve

(13.77) and cap
286 286 350
(11.25) (11.25) (13.77)
Schrader valve
and cap
134
(5.27) 134
(5.27)
48 (1.88)
48 (1.88)
(0.27) 7 19 (0.74)
(0.27) 7 19 (0.74)
1) MLZ 058 1) MLZ 058
2) MLZ 066-076 2) MLZ 066-076
All dimensions in mm (inch) All dimensions in mm (inch)
Terminal box C & Q (screw terminals) Mounting grommet
C 1.7 (0.06) not supply with

T1 the grommet
S 29.5
T2 (1.16)
41
R (1.61)
5/16" - 18 UNC
T3
Ø11 self tapping
(Ø0.43)
Ø 41
(Ø 1.61)
C & Q terminal box type 11Nm (±1Nm)
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Oil sight glass MLZ scroll compressors come equipped with

a threaded oil sight glass with 1"1/8 - 18 UNEF
connection. It can be used for a visual check Oil sight glass
of the oil amount and condition or it may be
Schrader valve
replaced by an accessory oil management device.
and cap
The oil level must be visible in the sight glass
during operation.
Torque requirement= 52.5 ±2.5Nm (38.7±1.8lb.ft)
Schrader The oil fill and drain connection and gauge port
is a 1/4" male flare connector incorporating a
schrader valve.
Torque requirements:
Schrader valve core: 0.6 ±0.2Nm (0.44±0.14lb.ft)
Schrader valve cover: 14.5 ±1Nm (10.7±0.7lb.ft)
Suction and discharge MLZ scroll compressors are factory delivered with adaptors and adaptor sets are available as
connections brazed connections only. Dedicated rotolock accessory.
    
Rotolock adaptor set Rotolock adaptor

Compressor models Brazed connection size (adaptor, gasket, sleeve, nut) ( adaptor only)
Rotolock Solder sleeve ODF Code Number Code Number
Suction 3/4" 1-1/4" 3/4" 120Z0366

MLZ 015-019-021-026 120Z0126
Discharge 1/2" 1" 1/2" 120Z0365
Suction 7/8" 1-1/4" 7/8" 120Z0367

MLZ 030-038-042-045 120Z0127
Discharge 1/2" 1" 1/2" 120Z0365
Suction 7/8" 1-1/4" 7/8" 120Z0367

MLZ 048 120Z0128
Discharge 3/4" 1-1/4" 3/4" 120Z0366
Suction 1-1/8" 1-3/4" 1-1/8" 120Z0364

MLZ 058-066-076 120Z0129
Discharge 7/8" 1-1/4" 7/8" 120Z0367
Tightening torque for rotolock connection: 90Nm ±20 (66.4lb.ft±14.75)
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Application Guidelines Electrical data, connections and wiring
Motor voltage MLZ scroll compressors are available in 6 different motor voltages.
Motor voltage Motor voltage Motor voltage Motor voltage Motor voltage Motor voltage
code 1 code 2 code 4 code 5 code 7 code 9
Nominal voltage 50Hz - 200-220V - 3ph 380-415V - 3ph 220-240V - 1ph - -
Voltage range 50Hz - 180 - 242V 342 - 457V 198 - 264V - -
Nominal voltage 60Hz 208-230V - 1ph 208-230V - 3ph 460V - 3ph - 575V - 3ph 380V - 3ph
Voltage range 60Hz 187 - 253V 187 - 253V 414 - 506V - 517 - 632V 342 - 418V
Wiring connections MLZ scroll compressors will only compress gas operates in the correct direction (see “Phase
while rotating counter-clockwise (when viewed sequence and reverse rotation protection”).
from the compressor top). Since single-phase The drawings below show electrical terminal
motors will start and run in only one direction, labelling and should be used as a reference
reverse rotation is not a major consideration. when wiring the compressor. For three phase
Three-phase motors, however, will start and applications, the terminals are labelled T1, T2, and
run in either direction, depending on the phase T3. For single-phase applications the terminals
angles of the supplied power. Care must be taken are labelled C (common), S (start), and R (run).
during installation to ensure that the compressor
C
T1
S
T2
R
T3
P & T terminal box type C & Q terminal box type
Terminal cover mounting The terminal cover and gasket should be installed that the two outside tabs of the cover engage the
prior to operation of the compressor. Respect the terminal box.
“up” marking on gasket and cover and ensure
Terminal cover removal

push
push
push
IP rating The compressor terminal box IP rating according to IEC 529 is IP22 for all models. IP ratings is only
valid when correctly sized cable glands of the IP rating is applied.
• First numeral, level of protection against contact and foreign objects
2 protection against object size over 12.5mm (1/2 inch) (fingers of similar)
• Second numeral, level of protection against water
2 protection against dripping water when tilted up to 15°
The IP rating can be upgraded to IP54 with accessory kit (see section Spare parts & Accessories).
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Three phase electrical LRA MCC Max Oper A Winding resistance (Ohm)
characteristics Compressor model
A A A T1-T3 T1-T2 T2-T3
MLZ015T2 60 14.5 9.9 1.23 1.67 1.67
MLZ019T2 95 20.0 13.3 0.87 1.18 1.18
200-220V / 3ph / 50Hz

208-230V / 3ph / 60Hz
Motor voltage code 2
MLZ021T2 95 20.0 13.6 0.87 1.18 1.18
MLZ026T2 95 22.0 16.6 0.87 1.18 1.18
MLZ030T2 120 26.0 19.7 0.67 0.67 0.68
MLZ038T2 123 26.0 23.5 0.60 0.60 0.61
MLZ045T2 170 30.0 28.2 0.48 0.46 0.48
MLZ048T2 190 37.0 30.6 0.43 0.44 0.43
MLZ058T2 190 40.0 36.1 0.37 0.37 0.37
MLZ066T2 235 46.0 40.7 0.32 0.32 0.33
MLZ076T2 235 50.0 47.6 0.32 0.32 0.33
MLZ015T4 30 7.0 4.9 5.0 6.7 6.7
MLZ019T4 45 9.5 6.7 3.4 4.7 4.7
380-415V / 3ph / 50Hz
MLZ021T4 45 9.5 6.8 3.4 4.7 4.7

460V / 3ph / 60Hz
MLZ026T4 45 11.0 8.3 3.4 4.7 4.7

MLZ030T4 60 13.0 9.8 2.6 2.6 2.6
MLZ038T4 70 15.0 11.7 2.3 2.3 2.4
MLZ045T4 82 15.0 14.1 1.9 1.9 1.8
MLZ048T4 87 16.0 15.3 1.7 1.7 1.7
MLZ058T4 95 20.0 18.1 1.4 1.4 1.4
MLZ066T4 110 24.0 20.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
MLZ076T4 140 25.0 23.9 1.1 1.1 1.1
MLZ015T7 26 5.5 4.0 7.8 10.6 10.6
MLZ019T7 38 7.0 5.4 5.4 7.3 7.3
MLZ021T7 38 8.0 5.5 5.4 7.3 7.3
575V / 3ph / 60Hz
MLZ026T7 38 9.0 6.0 5.4 7.3 7.3

MLZ030T7 42 9.0 7.8 4.4 4.5 4.4
MLZ038T7 53 11.5 9.4 4.0 3.9 4.0
MLZ045T7 64 11.5 11.3 2.8 2.9 2.9
MLZ048T7 67 14 12.3 2.6 2.6 2.5
MLZ058T7 75 16 14.4 2.3 2.3 2.3
MLZ066T7 95 17 16.3 2.0 2.0 2.0
MLZ076T7 100 20 19.1 1.7 1.7 1.7
MLZ015T9 40 7.5 6.0 3.2 4.4 4.4
MLZ019T9 52 11.5 8.1 2.2 3.0 3.0
MLZ021T9 52 12 8.3 2.2 3.0 3.0

380V / 3ph / 60Hz
MLZ026T9 52 12.5 10.1 2.2 3.0 3.0

MLZ030T9 81 14 11.8 1.5 1.5 1.5
MLZ038T9 81 17 14.2 1.5 1.5 1.5
MLZ045T9 96 20 17.0 1.3 1.3 1.3
MLZ048T9 110 19 18.5 1.1 1.1 1.1
MLZ058T9 135 25 21.9 0.91 0.93 0.93
MLZ066T9 135 28 24.6 0.88 0.89 0.87
MLZ076T9 135 28 28.9 0.88 0.89 0.87
Single phase electrical

characteristics
LRA MCC Max.Oper.A Winding resistance (Ω)
Compressor model
A A A Run Start
MLZ015T5 60 19.0 13.8 1.02 1.60
MLZ019T5 97 23.0 18.3 0.69 1.51
MLZ021T5 97 25.0 19.5 0.69 1.51
Motor code 5
MLZ026T5 97 26.0 24.2 0.69 1.51
220-240V / 1ph / 50Hz
MLZ030T5 127 32.0 28.9 0.42 1.31
MLZ038T5 130 38.0 33.9 0.39 1.02
MLZ042T5 130 40.0 37.1 0.39 1.02
MLZ015T1 69 19.0 16.0 0.84 1.70
MLZ019T1 97 25.0 23.7 0.67 1.57
MLZ021T1 97 24.5 21.4 0.67 1.57
Motor code 1
MLZ026T1 115 31.5 29.5 0.55 1.47
208-230V / 1ph / 60Hz
MLZ030T1 150 38.0 31.9 0.34 0.90
MLZ038T1 160 45.0 37.2 0.28 1.76
MLZ042T1 189 60.0 46.6 0.23 0.69
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LRA (Locked Rotor Amp) LRA is the higher average current as measured The LRA value can be used as a rough estimation
on a mechanically blocked compressor tested for the starting current. However in most cases,
under nominal voltage. LRA is printed on the the real starting current will be lower. Many
nameplate. countries have defined limits for the starting
current in domestic use. A soft starter can be
applied to reduce starting current.
MCC (Maximum The MCC is the current at which the internal This MCC value is the maximum at which
Continuous Current) motor protection trips under maximum load and the compressor can be operated in transient
low voltage conditions. conditions and out of the application envelope.
Above this value the overload will switch off to
protect the motor.
Max Oper. A (Maximum The Max Oper. A is the current when the Max Oper. A can be used to select cables and
Operating Amp) compressor operates at maximum load contactors.
conditions and 10% below nominal voltage.
In normal operation, the compressor current
This value which is the max rated load current for consumption is always less than the Max Oper. A
the compressor is new on the nameplate. value. When using the Max Operating Current to
define cables and contactors, a tolerance of +5%
need to be taken into account.
Winding resistance Winding resistance is the resistance between

indicated terminal pins at 25°C (77°F) (resistance a + tamb
value +/- 7%). Rtamb = R25°C (77°F)
Winding resistance is generally low and it a + t25°C (77°F)
requires adapted tools for precise measurement. t25°C: reference temperature = 25°C (77°F)
Use a digital ohm-meter, a ‘4 wires’ method and tamb: temperature during measurement (°C/°F)
measure under stabilised ambient temperature. R25°C (77°F): winding resistance at 25°C (77°F)
Winding resistance varies strongly with winding
Ramb: winding resistance at tamb
temperature ; If the compressor is stabilised at
a different value than 25°C (77°F), the measured coefficient a= 234.5
resistance must be corrected with following
formula:
Electrical connections MLZ single phase scroll compressors are starting within the defined voltage range, PSC
designed to operate without any assistance. If wiring is sufficient.
PSC wiring PSC wiring with a run capacitor only is the N L1
default wiring solution for single phase MLZ

compressors. Thermostat
C
IOL
The start winding (C-S) of the motor remains in

circuit through a permanent (run) capacitor. This Run capacitor S R
permanent (run) capacitor is connected between

the start winding (S) and the run winding (R).
PTCSCR wiring If the starting torque of the PSC wiring is not passing through the PTC causes it to heat up
sufficient due to pressures not fully equalized and, at a certain temperature, change to a very
during the off-cycle or some voltage drop during high resistance. At this time the motor is up to
starting, the PTCSCR wiring might be an option. nominal speed and the run capacitor determines
PTCSRC wiring provides more motor torque than the current through the start winding. The PTC
PSC wiring but less than CSR wiring. The PTC is remains at high temperature and thus at high
wired in parallel to the run capacitor. resistance as long as power is connected to the
compressor. When the compressor is switched
When starting the compressor, the PTC, which off, the PTC cools down to its initial low resistance
is at low resistance, provides additional starting and becomes available to support the next
current to the motor’s start winding. The current compressor start.
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It is important to provide sufficient time between The following PTC types are recommended for
motor starts to allow the PTC to cool down the MLZ single phase compressors:
close to ambient temperature. Depending on
the ambient conditions and the cooling of the N L1
PTC, this may take about 5 minutes. A restart

before the PTC is back to low resistance may be Thermostat
C
successful or the motor may stall in a locked- IOL
rotor state depending on the ambient and

system’s conditions. A locked-rotor state causes Run capacitor S R
the internal protector to open and would cause

even further delay until the overload is reset. PTC
Voltage code 5
Model 220-240 V/1~/50 Hz
MLZ015 305C9* / 305C11*
MLZ021 305C9* / 305C11*
MLZ026 305C9* / 305C11*
MLZ030 305C9* / 305C11*
MLZ038 305C9* / 305C11*
Note: MLZ compressors with PTCSCR are not approved by UL. It is the customers’ responsibility to get final approval for the system
when required.
CSR wiring CSR wiring provides additional motor torque

at start-up, by the use of a start capacitor in N L1
combination with the run capacitor. The start Start Relay
C
capacitor is only connected during the starting Thermostat
5
operation, a potential relay is used to disconnect

it after the start sequence. 2
Run capacitor S R
1
Some applications with high differential pressure

and start duty as “soft serve ice cream machine” Start capacitor 15 kΩ -1 w
can require CSR wiring. This configuration

can also be used to reduce erratic starting
at unfavourable conditions such as very low
ambient temperature or weak voltage.
Nominal capacitor value

and relays
Default solution: PSC wiring
Additionnal components for CSR wiring
with run capacitor only
Compressor models PSC wiring CSR wiring
Run capacitor Start capacitor Relay
µF µF Reference
MLZ015 40 145-175 3ARR3*3AL* RVA3EKL
220-240V / 1 /50Hz MLZ019-021-026 70 145-175 3ARR3*3AL* RVA3EKL
Motor voltage code 5 MLZ030 50 161-193 3ARR3*24AP* RVA3EKL
MLZ038-042 55 88-108 3ARR3*25AS* RVA4GKL
MLZ015 45 145-175 3ARR3*3M* RVA2ACKL
208-230V / 1 / 60Hz MLZ019-021 45 145-175 3ARR3*3M* RVA2ACKL
Motor voltage code 1 MLZ026 60 88-108 3ARR3*3L* RVA2ABKL
not provided with the MLZ030 70 161-193 3ARR3*3L* RVA2ABKL
compressor MLZ038 55 88-108 3ARR3*25AS* RVAA4IKL
MLZ042 80 189-227 3ARR3*3L* RVA2ABKL
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Three phase
CONTROL CIRCUIT
L1 L3 L2
Suggested wiring diagram Q1
with “one shot” pump down

F1 F1
cycle and safety lock-out relay
KM
KA KS
KM KA KA
PM
A1
T1 T2
A3
KS 180 s HPs
Control device................................................... TH
A2 T3
Optional short cycle timer (3 min) ..........180 s
Control relay..................................................... KA
Liquid Line Solenoid valve..........................LLSV LP
TH
Compressor contactor................................... KM
Phase monitor................................................. PM
Safety lock out relay.........................................KS KS M
Pump-down control low pressure switch...LP DGT
High pressure safety switch........................ HPs
Fused disconnect.............................................Q1 KM KA LLSV KS
Fuses....................................................................F1
Compressor motor............................................M
Discharge gas thermostat.......................... DGT
Wiring diagram with pump-down cycle
Internal motor protection MLZ scroll compressors are equipped with an motor current under a variety of fault conditions,
internal line break protector mounted on the such as failure to start, running overload, and fan
motor windings. The protector is an automatic failure.
reset device, containing a snap action bimetal
switch. If the internal overload protector trips out, it
must cool down to about 60°C (140°F) to reset.
Internal protectors respond to over-current and Depending on ambient temperature, this may
overheating. They are designed to interrupt take up to several hours.
Phase sequence and The compressor will only operate properly in a MLZ015-048 scroll compressors are designed
reverse rotation single direction. Use a phase meter to establish to operate for a maximum of 150 hours in
protection the phase orders and connect line phases L1, L2 reverse, but as a reverse rotation situation can go
and L3 to terminals T1, T2 and T3, respectively. unnoticed for longer periods, phase monitors are
For three-phase compressors, the motor will run recommended.
equally well in both directions. Reverse rotation
results in excessive noise; no pressure differential For compressors MLZ058 and larger, phase
between suction and discharge; and suction line monitors are required. The selected phase
warming rather than immediate cooling. monitor should lock out the compressor from
A service technician should be present at initial operation in reverse.
start-up to verify that supply power is properly
phased and that compressor and auxiliaries are At brief power interruptions, reverse rotation can
rotating in the correct direction. occur with single phase compressors. In this case
the internal protector will stop the compressor.
It will have to cool down and will restart safely
afterwards.
Voltage imbalance For three-phase applications the voltage phase should be within ± 2% of the average for
measured at the compressor terminals for each all phases.
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Application Guidelines Approvals and certifications
Approvals and MLZ scroll compressors comply with the Certificates are listed on the product datasheets:
certificates following approvals and certificates. http://www.danfoss.com/odsg
CE All MLZ models

(European Directive)
UL Models with motor code 1, 5 except when using
(Underwriters Laboratories) PTCSCR system
Other approvals / certificates Contact Danfoss
Conformity to directives Pressure equipment directive 2014/68/EU Low voltage directive 2014/35/EU
Machinery directive 2006/42/EC annex II b Electromagnetic compatibility 2014/30/EU
Products MLZ 015 to 076

Refrigerating fluids Group 2
Category PED I
Evaluation module no scope
Service temperature - Ts -35°C (-31°F) < Ts < 55°C (131°F)
Service pressure (low side) - Ps 26.17bar(g) (369PSI)
Declaration of conformity contact Danfoss
Marking of conformity CE
Internal free volume

Products Internal free volume at LP side without oil
MLZ 015-026 1.85 litre (113 in. 3)

MLZ 030-048 3.44 litre (210 in. 3)
MLZ 058-076 6.15 litre (375 in. 3)
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Application Guidelines Operating conditions
The scroll compressor application range is • Refrigerant and lubricants

influenced by several parameters which need to • Motor supply
be monitored for a safe and reliable operation. • Compressor ambient temperature
These parameters and the main • Application envelope (evaporating
recommendations for good practice and safety temperature, condensing temperature, return
devices are explained hereunder. gas temperature)
Refrigerant and
lubricants
General information When choosing a refrigerant, different aspects Additional points could influence the final choice:
must be taken into consideration: • Environmental considerations
• Legislation (now and in the future) • Standardisation of refrigerants and lubricants
• Safety • Refrigerant cost
• Application envelope in relation to expected • Refrigerant availability
running conditions
• Compressor capacity and efficiency ! Compressors must be operated with the
• Compressor manufacturer recommendations & approved refrigerants and oils, even just starting
guidelines test on production line.
R22 R22 is an HCFC refrigerant and is still a wide When R22 is applied in refrigeration applications
use today. It has a low ODP (Ozone Depletion it can lead to high discharge temperature.
Potential) and therefore it will be phased out in Carefully check all other parameters that can
the future. Check local legislation. influence the discharge temperature.
R134a Refrigerant R134a is an HFC refrigerant. R134a has zero temperature glide. For applications
has zero ozone depletion potential (ODP = 0) with high evaporating and high condensing
and is commonly accepted as the best R12 temperatures, R134a is the ideal choice.
alternative. R134a is a pure refrigerant and
R404A R404A is an HFC refrigerant. R404A has zero small temperature glide, and therefore must
ozone depletion potential (ODP = 0). R404A be charged in its liquid phase, but for most
is especially suitable for low evaporating other aspects this small glide can be neglected.
temperature applications but it can also be Because of the small glide, R404A is often called a
applied to medium evaporating temperature near-azeotropic mixture.
applications. R404A is a mixture and has a very
R507 R507 is an HFO refrigerant with properties temperature applications but it can also be
comparable to R404A. R507 has no ozone used for medium evaporating temperature
depletion potential (ODP = 0). As with R404A, applications. R507 is an azeotropic mixture with
R507 is particularly suitable for low evaporating no temperature glide.
R407A & R407F R407A and R407F are two HFC refrigerants with can be used as alternatives to R404A and R507
similar properties. Both have a GWP below 2200 refrigerants in MBP application.
and comply with the EU F-gas regulation. They
R452A R452A is a HFO refrigerant and has no ozone It can be used as alternative to R404A and R507
depletion potential. It has a GWP below 2200 and refrigerants in MBP application.
complies with the EU F-gas regulation.
R513A R513A is a HFO refrigerant and has no ozone complies with the EU F-gas regulation. It can be
depletion potential. It has a GWP below 1000 and used as alternative to R134a refrigerant.
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R448A & R449A R448A and R449A are two HFO-based refrigerants suitable for low evaporating temperature
with similar properties. Both have a GWP below applications but they can also be applied to
1500 and comply with the EU F-gas regulation. medium evaporating temperature applications.
They can be used as alternatives to R404A R448A&R449A are mixtures and have big
and R507 refrigerants in MBP application. temperature glide, and therefore must be
R448A&R449A have zero ozone depletion charged in their gas phase.
potential(ODP=0). R448A&R449A are especially
Critical Cond temp

Safety Boiling Temp Critical
Designation Composition ODP GWP temp °C /°F glide °C/°F temp °C /°F pressure @ 26bar °C
group bar /°F
-41.1 0 96 64.2
R22 R22 0.055 1760 A1 46.72
(-41.98°F) (0°F) (204.8°F) (147.56°F)
-26.4 0 101 80.2
R134a R134a 0 1300 A1 38.73
(-15.52°F) (0°F) (213.8°F) (176.36°F)
-45.5 0.8 73 57.6
R404A 52% R143a - 44% R125 - 4% R134a 0 3943 A1 35.93
(-49.9°F) (1.44°F) (163.4°F) (135.68°F)
-46.7 0 71 56.2
R507 50% R134a - 50% R125 0 3985 A1 35.77
(-52.06°F) (0°F) (159.8°F) (133.16°F)
-45.1 6.5 83 60.6
R407A 40% R134a - 40% R125 - 20% R32 0 1923 A1 42.14
(-49.18°F) (11.7°F) (181.4°F) (141.08°F)
-39.7 6.4 83 58.5
R407F 40% R134a - 30% R125 - 30% R32 0 1674 A1 44.42
(-39.46°F) (11.72°F) (181.4°F) (137.3°F)
21% R134a - 20% R1234yf -46.1 6.1 83.7 59.8
R448A 0 1273 A1 43.29
26% R125 - 26% R32 - 7% R1234ze (-50.98°F) (10.98°F) (182.66°F) (139.64°F)
24.3% R32 - 24.7% R125 -45.7 6.0 83.9 59.9
R449A 0 1282 A1 43.43
25.3% R1234yf - 25.7% R134a (-50.26°F) (10.8°F) (183.02°F) (139.82°F)
-47 3.8 77. 9 54.3
R452A 30% R1234yf- 59% R125- 11% R32 0 1945 A1 41.29
(-52.6°F) (6.8°F) (172.22°F) (129.74°F)
-29.6 0 97.7 83
R513A 44% R134a - 56% R1234yf 0 573 A1 34.55
(-21.3°F) (0°F) (207.9°F) (181.4°F)
POE The POE oil RL46HB(215PZ) is an ISO VG 46 enable the use of RL46HB over a wide operating
synthetic polyol ester (POE) lubricant formulated temperature range. As there could be also some
specifi cally for use in refrigeration and air- MLZ with PVE compressor in field, the MLZ(A)
conditioning compressors using HFC refrigerants. with POE compressor could replace it. As PVE oil
This product provides effective wear protection is fully miscible with POE, Danfoss recommends
for steel and aluminum surfaces for increased the POE oil( RL46HB) regardless of oil charge in
system life and improved efficiency and is the compressor. Replacement POE RL46HB oil is
suitable for both initial fill and service fill. The available for topping up or replacing oil in the
combination of low temperature characteristics field (see section “Accessory”).
and unparalleled chemical and thermal stability
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Motor supply MLZ scroll compressors can be operated at ranges. In case of risk of under-voltage operation,
nominal voltages as indicated in table section special attention must be paid to current draw
“Motor voltage”. Under-voltage and over-voltage and start assist for single-phase compressors may
operation is allowed within the indicated voltage be required.
Compressor ambient MLZ compressors can be applied from -35°C cooled without need for additional fan cooling.
temperature (-31°F) to 55°C (131°F) ambient temperature. The Ambient temperature has very little effect on the
compressors are designed as 100 % suction gas compressor performance.
High ambient temperature In case of enclosed fitting and high ambient In case of safe tripping by the internal
temperature it’s recommend to check the compressor overload protection the compressor
temperature of power wires and conformity to must cool down to about 60°C (140°F) before the
their insulation specification. overload will reset. A high ambient temperature
can strongly delay this cool-down process.
Low ambient temperature Although the compressor itself can withstand and reliable operation. See section ‘Specific
low ambient temperature, the system may application recommendations’.
require specific design features to ensure safe
Application envelope The operating envelopes for MLZ scroll serve to define the envelope within which
compressors are given in the figures below, reliable operations of the compressor are
where the condensing and evaporating guaranteed:
temperatures represent the range for steady- • Maximum discharge gas temperature: +135°C
state operation. Under transient conditions, such (275°F)
as start-up and defrost, the compressor may • A suction superheat below 5K (9°F) is not
operate outside this envelope for short periods. recommended due to the risk of liquid flood
The figures below show the operating envelopes back
for MLZ compressors with refrigerants • Minimum and maximum evaporating and
R404A/507, R134a, R22, R407A, R407F, R452A, condensing temperatures as per the operating
R513A, R448A and R449A. The operating limits envelopes.
MLZ - R404A / R507

Evaporating temperature (°F)
-31 -22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
Max. superheat:
55 10K (18°F) 131
50 122
RGT: +20°C (68°F)
45 113
40 104
Condensing temperature (°C)
Condensing temperature (°F)
35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-35 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
Evaporating temperature (°C)
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MLZ - R134a
-13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59 68
75 167
70 158
65 149
60 140
55 131

SH 11K (19.8°F)
50 122
45 113
40 104
35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
-25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20
MLZ015~066 - R407A
-22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
45
SH:10K(18°F) 113
40 104
RGT: 20°C (68°F)
35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
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MLZ076 - R407A
-22 -1 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
SH:10K
45 113
(18°F)

40 104
RGT: 20°C (68°F)

35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
MLZ015~066 - R407F
-22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
45 113
SH:10K
40 (18°F) 104
35 95
RGT: 20°C (68°F)
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
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MLZ076 - R407F
-22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
45 113
SH:10K

40 (18°F) 104
35 95
30
RGT: 20°C (68°F)
86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
MLZ - R22
-31 -22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59 68
75 167
70 158
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
SH: 11K
45 113
(19.8°F)
RGT: 25°C (77°F)
40 104
35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
-35 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20
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MLZ - R448A/R449A
-31 -22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
45 113
SH10K
40 104

(18°F)
RGT: 20°C (68°F)
35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-35 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
MLZ - R452A
-31 -22 -13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59
65 149
60 140
55 131
50 122
45 113
SH10K
(18°F)
40 104
RGT: 20°C (68°F)

35 95
30 86
25 77
20 68
15 59
10 50
5 41
-35 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15
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MLZ - R513A
-13 -4 5 14 23 32 41 50 59 68
80 167
158
70
149
140
60
SH 10K 131
(18°F)

RGT 20°C (68°F)
122
50
113
40 104
95
30
86
77
20
68
10 59
0
-25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20
Maximum discharge gas The discharge temperature depends mainly on thermostat attached to the discharge line 15 cm
temperature the combination of evaporating temperature, (6 inches) from the compressor shell. Maximum
condensing temperature and suction gas discharge gas temperature must not exceed
superheat. Discharge gas temperature should 135°C (275°F) when the compressor is running
be controlled with an isolated thermocouple or within the approved operating envelope.
Discharge gas temperature DGT protection is required if the high and low The compressor must not be allowed to cycle
protection (DGT) pressure switch settings do not protect the on the discharge gas thermostat. Continuous
compressor against operations beyond its operations beyond the compressor’s operating
specific application envelope. Please refer to range will cause serious damage to the
the examples below, which illustrate where DGT compressor!
protection is required (n°1) and where it is not
(n°2). A DGT accessory is available from Danfoss: refer
to section “Spare parts & accessories”.
Thermostat
Discharge line
Insulation
Bracket
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High and low pressure

protection
R22 R404A R134a R407A R407F R448A,449A R452A R513A

7.0 - 27.9 7.2 - 27.7 4.9 - 22.1 6.0 - 25.6 6.3 - 23.9 6.1 - 26.0 6.5 - 26.4 3.3 - 21.5
Working pressure range high side bar (g) / psi (g) (102 - 405) (104 - 395) (71.2 - 321) (87 - 371) (91.3 - 347) (88.2 - 522.4) (94.9 - 382.3) (47.9 - 312)
0.7 - 6.4 1.0 - 7.2 0.6 - 4.0 0.9 - 6.0 1.1 - 6.3 0.6 - 6.1 0.8-6.5 0.7 - 4.5
Working pressure range low side bar (g) / psi (g) (10.3 - 92.8) (15.1 - 104) (9.3 - 58) (13 - 87) (16 - 91.3) (8.7 - 88.2) (11.1 - 94.9) (10.2 - 65.3)
Maximum high pressure safety 29.8 29.7 23.6 26.8 25.1 28.0 28.0 23.0
switch setting bar (g) / psi (g) (432) (431) (342) (389) (364) (406) (406) (334)
Minimum low pressure safety 0.5 0.8 0.5 0.7 0.9 0.4 0.5 0.5
switch setting  bar (g) / psi (g) (7.4) (11.6) (6.5) (10.1) (13) (5.8) (7.4) (7.4)
Recommended pump-down 1.5 bar (7.3 psi) below nominal evaporating pressure
switch settings
Minimum low pressure pump-down 0.9 1.3 0.9 0.9 1.1 0.82 0.9 0.9
switch setting bar (g) / psi (g) (13) (19) (13) (13) (16) (11.9) 13 13
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Maximum testing pressure bar (g) / psi (g) (450)
 L P safety switch shall never have time delay.
High pressure MLZ015-048 scroll compressors are equipped The high-pressure switch can be set to lower
with an internal pressure relief valve (IPRV), for values depending on the application and
protection against blocked condenser and fan ambient conditions. The HP switch must either be
failure conditions (IPRV setting 27-34 bar (464 psi placed in a lockout circuit or consist of a manual
± 58) differential pressure HP / LP). Still, a high reset device to prevent cycling around the high-
pressure (HP) safety switch is recommended. pressure limit. If a discharge valve is used, the HP
switch must be connected to the service valve
MLZ058-076 scroll compressors are not equipped gauge port, which must not be isolated.
with an internal pressure relief valve; therefore
a high pressure switch is required to shut down
the compressor should the discharge pressure
exceed the values shown in the table above.
Low pressure A low pressure (LP) safety switch is without pump-down, the LP safety switch
recommended. MLZ scroll compressors exhibit must either be a manual lockout device or an
high volumetric efficiency and may draw very automatic switch wired into an electrical lockout
low vacuum levels, which could induce scroll circuit. The LP switch tolerance must not allow for
instability and electrical arcing at the internal vacuum operations of the compressor. LP switch
cluster. The minimum low-pressure safety switch settings for pump-down cycles with automatic
setting is given in the above table. For systems reset are also listed in the table above.
On/off cycling (cycle rate Depending on the application, a number higher of 2 minutes so as to provide for sufficient motor
limit) than 12 starts per hour can reduce the service life cooling after start-up along with proper oil
of the motor-compressor unit. A one-minute time return. Note that the oil return may vary since it
out is recommended. depends upon system design.
The system must be designed in a way that Danfoss recommends a restart delay timer to
provides a minimum compressor running time limit compressor cycling.
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Application Guidelines System design recommendations
General Successful application of scroll compressors beyond the limits given in this manual. Poor
is dependent on careful selection of the performance, reduced reliability, or both may
compressor for the application. If the compressor result.
is not correct for the system, it will operate
Essential piping design Proper piping practices should be employed to from draining back to the discharge side of the
considerations ensure adequate oil return, even under minimum compressor during off cycle. The upper loop also
load conditions with special consideration given helps avoid condensed liquid refrigerant from
to the size and slope of the tubing coming draining back to the compressor when stopped
from the evaporator. Tubing returns from the (see fig. 2). The maximum elevation difference
evaporator should be designed so as not to trap between the indoor and outdoor section cannot
oil and to prevent oil and refrigerant migration exceed 8 m. System manufacturers should specify
back to the compressor during off-cycles. precautions for any applications that exceed
these limits to ensure compressor reliability.
If the evaporator lies above the compressor
the addition of a pump-down cycle is strongly Piping should be designed with adequate three-
recommended. If a pump-down cycle were to dimensional flexibility (figure 2). It should not
be omitted, the suction line must have a loop at be in contact with the surrounding structure,
the evaporator outlet to prevent refrigerant from unless a proper tubing mount has been installed.
draining into the compressor during off-cycles. This protection proves necessary to avoid
excess vibration, which can ultimately result
If the evaporator were situated below the in connection or tube failure due to fatigue
compressor, the suction riser must be trapped to or wear from abrasion. Aside from tubing and
ensure the oil return to the compressor (see fig.1). connection damage, excess vibration may be
transmitted to the surrounding structure and
When the condenser is mounted at a higher generate an unacceptable sound level within that
position than the compressor, a suitably sized structure as well (for more information on sound
“U”-shaped trap close to the compressor is and vibration, see the section on: “Sound and
necessary to prevent oil leaving the compressor vibration management”).
fig.1
To condenser fig. 2
Upper loop
0.5 % slope,
4m/s or more
U-trap
Condenser
max. 4m
HP
U-trap, as short as possible
U-trap
8 to 12m/s
LP
max. 4m 3D flexibility
0.5 % slope,
Evaporator
4m/s or more
U-trap, as short as possible
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Refrigerant charge limit MLZ scroll compressors can tolerate liquid compressor is limited. In this respect, follow the
refrigerant up to a certain extend without major guidelines given in the section: “essential piping
problems. However, excessive liquid refrigerant in design recommendations” in priority.
the compressor is always unfavourable for service Use the tables below to quickly evaluate the
life. Besides, the installation cooling capacity may required compressor protection in relation
be reduced because of the evaporation taking with the system charge and the application.
place in the compressor and/or the suction line More detailed information can be found in the
instead of the evaporator. System design must be paragraphs hereafter. Please contact Danfoss for
such that the amount of liquid refrigerant in the any deviation from these guidelines.
Model Refrigerant charge limit
MLZ015-026 3.6 kg (8 lb)
MLZ030-048 5.4 kg (12 lb)
MLZ058-076 7.2 kg (16 lb)
Depending on test results, crankcase heaters,

Liquid Line Solenoid Valve, pump down or
suction accumulator must be applied see below.
BELOW charge limit ABOVE charge limit
REQ Off cycle migration test

Packaged units  No test or additional safeties required
REQ Liquid flood back test
REQ Off cycle migration test

System with remote heat exchanger REC Off cycle migration test
REQ Liquid flood back test
REC Recommended REQ Required  No test or additional safeties required
Note: for special conditions such as low ambient temperature, low load operation or brazed plate heat exchangers please refer to corresponding sections
Off-cycle migration Off-cycle refrigerant migration is likely to occur under the sudden decrease of the bottom shell
when the compressor is located at the coldest pressure, causing the oil to foam. In extreme
part of the installation, when the system uses a situations, this might result in too much oil
bleed-type expansion device, or if liquid could leaving the compressor, which must be avoided
migrate from the evaporator into the compressor as it causes irreversible damages due to possible
sump by gravity. If too much liquid refrigerant lack of lubrication.
accumulates in the sump it will saturate the oil MLZ scroll compressors can tolerate occasional
and lead to a flooded start: when the compressor flooded starts as long as the system has been
starts, the refrigerant evaporates abruptly evaluated.
A suitable test to evaluate the risk of off-cycle The presence of liquid in the crankcase can be
migration is the following: easily detected by checking the sump level
• Stabilize the non running system at 5°C (41°F) through the oil sight glass. Foam in the oil sump
ambient temperature. indicates a flooded start.
• Raise the ambient temperature to 20°C (68°F) A noisy start, oil loss from the sump and sump
and keep it for 10 minutes. cool down are indications for migration.
• Start the compressor and monitor sump Depending on the amount of migration graduate
temperature, sight glass indication and sound measures shall be taken:
level. • Crankcase heater
• Liquid line solenoid valve
• Pump down cycle
Crankcase heater: when the compressor is difference. Tests must be conducted to

idle, the oil temperature in the sump must be ensure that the appropriate oil temperature
maintained at no lower than 10K (18°F) above is maintained under all ambient conditions
the saturation temperature of the refrigerant on (temperature and wind). Below –5°C (23°F)
the low-pressure side. This requirement ensures ambient temperature and a wind speed of above
that the liquid refrigerant is not accumulating in 5m/sec (16ft/s), it's recommended to thermally
the sump. A crankcase heater is only effective if insulated the heaters in order to limit the
capable of sustaining this level of temperature surrounding energy losses.
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Due to the Danfoss scroll compressors inherent

ability to handle liquid refrigerant, crankcase ! Provide separate electrical supply for the
heaters are not required when the system charge heaters so that they remain energized even when
does not exceed the recommended maximum the machine is out of service (eg. Seasonal
charge. shutdown).
Since the total system charge may be undefined, It is recommended that the heater be turned on
a crankcase heater is recommended on all for a minimum of 8 hours prior to starting the
systems with remote heat exchangers. In compressor.
addition, any system containing a refrigerant
charge in excess of the maximum recommended
system charge for compressors requires a
crankcase heater.
Optimum
location area
Belt-type crankcase heater accessories are
available from Danfoss (see section “Spare parts &
Accessories”).
The heater must be energized whenever the

compressor is off.
Liquid line solenoid valve (LLSV): This feature is charge transfer or excessive migration to the
very convenient and can be used on all types of compressor during off-cycles. The quantity of
applications. refrigerant remaining in the low-pressure side
of the system can be further reduced by using a
An LLSV is used to isolate the liquid charge in the pump-down cycle in association with the LLSV.
high pressure side, thereby preventing against
Pump-down cycle: Once the system has reached Models MLZ058-076 are not equipped with this
its set point and is about to shut off, the LLSV low leak check valve. Under certain conditions,
on the liquid line closes. The compressor then the internal valve may not completely seal, and
pumps the majority of the refrigerant charge into due to the refrigerant back flow the compressor
the high pressure side before the system stops on might restart during pump-down applications.
the low pressure pump-down switch. This step Repeated short cycling can result in a compressor
reduces the amount of charge on the low side in breakdown. It is recommended to install an
order to prevent off-cycle migration. external magnetic check valve (such as Danfoss
Part No. 120Z5046) close to the compressor’s
A pump-down cycle represents one of the discharge connector so the discharge volume is
most effective ways to protect against the minimized.
off-cycle migration of refrigerant; however it is
only convenient to apply on application with A magnetic check valve is recommended for
thermostatic control. this as it offers the best solution regarding
minimal required and maximal pressure drop
Rack application with pressostatic control can use over the wide application envelope of the MLZ
timer delay to empty the evaporators before the compressors. If a Danfoss NRV check valve is
stop. Time should be carefully set to not interfere applied it has to be carefully selected for the
with the low safety pressure switch. specific operation conditions of the individual
system.
For low pressure pump-down switch settings,
refer to section “High and low pressure Tests for pump down cycle approval:
protection”. For suggested wiring diagrams, • As the pump-down switch setting is inside the
please see to section “Electrical connections”. application envelope, tests should be carried
out to check unexpected cut-out during
Models MLZ015-048 incorporate an internal low transient conditions (ie. defrost – cold starting).
leak check valve that is appropriate for pump- When unwanted cut-outs occur, the low
down operations. This valve prevents the back pressure pump-down switch can be delayed. In
flow of refrigerant from the high pressure to this case a low pressure safety switch without
the low pressure side through the compressor any delay timer is mandatory.
so pump down conditions can be achieved and
maintained.
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• While the thermostat is off, the number of Other application needs a liquid receiver to store
pressure switch resets should be limited to the refrigerant.
avoid short cycling of the compressor. Use
dedicated wiring and an additional relay which Receiver dimensioning requires special attention.
allows for one shot pump-down. The receiver shall be large enough to contain
part of the system refrigerant charge but it shall
The pump-down allows to store all the refrigerant not be dimensioned too large. A large receiver
in the high pressure side circuit. On unitary easily leads to refrigerant overcharging during
or close-coupled systems, where the system maintenance operation.
refrigerant charge is expected to be both correct
and definable the entire system charge may be
stored in the condenser during pump-down if all
components have been properly sized.
Liquid flood back During normal operation, refrigerant enters the A continuous liquid flood back will cause oil
compressor as a superheated vapour. Liquid dilution and, in extreme situations lead to lack
flood back occurs when a part of the refrigerant of lubrication and high rate of oil leaving the
entering the compressor is still in liquid state. compressor.
Liquid flood back test - Repetitive liquid flood should the discharge gas temperature be less
back testing must be carried out under TXV than 35K (65°F) above the saturated discharge
threshold operating conditions: a high pressure temperature, this indicates liquid flood back.
ratio and minimum evaporator load, along with
the measurement of suction superheat, oil sump Continuous liquid flood back can occur with
temperature and discharge gas temperature. a wrong dimensioning, a wrong setting or
malfunction of the expansion device or in case of
During operations, liquid flood back may be evaporator fan failure or blocked air filters.
detected by measuring either the oil sump
temperature or the discharge gas temperature. A suction accumulator providing additional
If at any time during operations, the oil sump protection as explained hereunder can be used
temperature drops to within 10K (18°F) or less to solve light continuous liquid flood back.
above the saturated suction temperature, or
Suction accumulator: a suction accumulator A suction accumulator must be carefully

offers protection against refrigerant flood back dimensioned, taking into account the refrigerant
at start-up, during operations or defrosting by charge as well as the gas velocity in the suction
trapping the liquid refrigerant upstream from line. Depending on the operating conditions it
the compressor. The suction accumulator also may happen that the recommended connections
protects against off-cycle migration by providing of the accumulator are one size smaller than the
additional internal free volume to the low side of suction line.
the system.
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Application Guidelines Specific application recommendations
Low ambient application
Low ambient start-up Under cold ambient conditions (<0°C (32°F)), Early feeding of the evaporator and management
upon start-up the pressure in the condenser may of the discharge pressure could help to attenuate
be so low that a sufficient pressure differential these effects.
across the expansion device cannot be
developed to properly feed the evaporator. Low pressure differentials can also cause the
expansion device to “hunt” erratically, which
As a result, the compressor may go into a deep might cause surging conditions within the
vacuum, which can lead to compressor failure evaporator, with liquid spillover into the
due to internal arcing and instability in the compressor. This effect is most pronounced
scroll wraps. Under no circumstances should during low load conditions, which frequently
the compressor be allowed to operate under occur during low ambient conditions.
vacuum. The low-pressure control must be set
in accordance with the table from section “High
and low pressure control” in order to prevent this
from happening.
Low ambient operations It is recommended that the unit be tested and In air-cooled machines, cycling the fans with
monitored at minimum load and low ambient a head pressure controller will ensure that the
conditions as well. The following considerations fans remain off until the condensing pressure
should be taken into account to ensure proper has reached a satisfactory level. Variable speed
system operating characteristics. fans can also be used to control the condensing
pressure. In water-cooled units, the same can be
The expansion device should be sized to ensure performed using a water regulator valve that is
proper control of the refrigerant flow into the also operated by head pressure, thereby ensuring
evaporator. An oversized valve may result in that the water valve does not open until the
erratic control. This consideration is especially condensing pressure reaches a satisfactory level.
important in manifolded units where low load The minimum condensing pressure must be
conditions may require the frequent cycling of set at the minimum saturated condensing
compressors. This can lead to liquid refrigerant temperature shown in the application envelopes.
entering the compressor if the expansion valve
does not provide stable refrigerant super-heat Under very low ambient conditions, in which
control under varying loads. testing has revealed that the above procedures
might not ensure satisfactory condensing and
The superheat setting of the expansion device suction pressures, the use of a head pressure
should be sufficient to ensure proper superheat control valve is recommended. Note: This
levels during low loading periods. A minimum of solution requires extra refrigerant charge, which
5K (9°F) stable superheat is required. can introduce other problems. A non-return
valve in the discharge line is recommended and
Head pressure control under low ambient special care should be taken when designing the
conditions: Several possible solutions are discharge line.
available to prevent the risk of compressor to
vacuum and low pressure differential between For further information, please contact Danfoss.
the suction and discharge pressures.
Scroll and reciprocating Unlike the reciprocating compressor, a scroll When moving from a reciprocating compressor
doesn’t have dead volume. Neither does it have a to a scroll compressor, the selection shall always
suction valve causing pressure drop. As a result a be made based on cooling capacity at the
scroll compressor has a high volumetric efficiency application rating point. Never make a selection
even at low suction pressure. In systems such based on equivalent displacement.
as ice makers and milk cooling tanks this high
capacity at low temperature shortens the cooling
time.
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Low load operations The compressor should be run for a minimum that the motor receives enough cooling under
period to ensure that the oil has sufficient time conditions of lowest refrigerant mass flow.
to properly return to the compressor sump and
Brazed plate heat A brazed plate heat exchanger needs very Due to the small volume of the brazed plate heat
exchangers little internal volume to satisfy the heat exchanger, no pump-down cycle is normally
transfer requirements. Consequently, the heat required. The suction line running from the heat
exchanger offers very little internal volume for exchanger to the compressor must be trapped to
the compressor to draw vapour from the suction avoid refrigerant migration to the compressor.
side. The compressor can then quickly enter into
a vacuum condition. It is therefore important When using a brazed plate condenser heat
that the expansion device be sized correctly exchanger, a sufficient free volume for the
and that a sufficient pressure differential across discharge gas to accumulate is required in order
the expansion device be available to ensure to avoid excess pressure build-up. At least 1
adequate refrigerant feed into the evaporator. meter of discharge line is necessary to generate
This aspect is of special concern when operating this volume. To help reduce the discharge gas
the unit under low ambient and load conditions. volume immediately after start-up, the supply
For further information on these conditions, of cooling water to the heat exchanger may be
please refer to the previous sections. opened before the compressor starts, to remove
superheat and condense the incoming discharge
gas more quickly.
Water utilising systems Apart from residual moisture in the system Corrosion: Materials in the system shall be
after commissioning, water could also enter the compliant with water and protected against
refrigeration circuit during operation. Water in corrosion.
the system shall always be avoided. Not only
because it can shortly lead to electrical failure, Freezing: When water freezes into ice its volume
sludge in sump and corrosion but in particular expands which can damage heat exchanger
because it can cause serious safety risks. walls and cause leaks. During off periods water
inside heat exchangers could start freezing when
Common causes for water leaks are corrosion and ambient temperature is lower than 0°C (32°F).
freezing. During on periods ice banking could occur
when the circuit is running continuously at too
low load. Both situations should be avoided by
connecting a pressure and thermostat switch in
the safety line.
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Application Guidelines Sound and vibration management
Starting sound level During start-up transients it is natural for the compressor rotation is characterized by an
compressor sound level to be slightly higher objectionable sound. To correct reverse rotation,
than during normal running. MLZ scroll disconnect power and switch any two of the
compressors exhibit very little increased start-up three power leads at the unit contactor. Never
transient sound. If a 3-phase model is miswired, switch leads at the compressor terminals.
the compressor will run in reverse. Reverse
Running sound level MLZ are designed with features to reduce the Sound levels are at rated (EN12900 medium
sound level when a compressor is running. temperature) conditions.
50Hz 60Hz
Model Sound power (dBA) Sound power (dBA) Sound power (dBA) Sound power (dBA)
Without jacket With jacket Without jacket With jacket
MLZ015 67 57 71 60
MLZ019 67 57 71 60
MLZ021 67 57 71 60
MLZ026 67 59 71 62
MLZ030 69 62 73 65
MLZ038 69 63 74 66
MLZ042 71 63 74 66
MLZ045 71 63 74 66
MLZ048 72 64 74 67
MLZ058 74 66 78 70
MLZ066 74 66 78 70
MLZ076 74 66 78 70
Maximum sound is +5dBA
Stopping sound level MLZ have a unique discharge valve design that
minimizes stopping noise. This results in very low
shutdown sound.
Sound generation in a Typical sound and vibration in refrigeration Mechanical vibrations: These generally extend
refrigeration system systems encountered by design and service along the parts of the unit and structure.
engineers may be broken down into the Gas pulsation: This tends to travel through the
following three source categories. cooling medium, i.e. the refrigerant.
Sound radiation: This generally takes an
airborne path. The following sections will focus on the causes
and methods of mitigation for each of the above
sources.
Compressor sound For sound radiating from the compressor, the Use of sound-insulation materials on the inside of
radiation emission path is airborne and the sound waves unit panels is an effective means of substantially
are travelling directly from the machine in all reducing the sound being transmitted to the
directions. outside. Ensure that no components capable
of transmitting sound/vibration within the unit
The MLZ scroll compressors are designed to be come into direct contact with any non insulated
quiet and the frequency of the sound generated parts on the walls of the unit.
is pushed into the higher ranges, which not only Because of the unique design of a full-suction gas
are easier to reduce but also do not generate the & oil cooled motor, compressor body insulation
penetrating power of lower-frequency sound. across its entire operating range is possible.
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Mechanical vibrations Vibration isolation constitutes the primary extremely important that the frame supporting
method for controlling structural vibration. the mounted compressor be of sufficient mass
MLZ scroll compressors are designed to produce and stiffness to help dampen any residual
minimal vibration during operations. The use of vibration potentially transmitted to the frame.
rubber isolators on the compressor base plate The tubing should be designed so as to both
or on the frame of a manifolded unit is very reduce the transmission of vibrations to other
effective in reducing vibration being transmitted structures and withstand vibration without
from the compressor(s) to the unit. Rubber incurring any damage. Tubing should also be
grommets are supplied with all MLZ compressors. designed for three-dimensional flexibility. For
Once the supplied rubber grommets have more information on piping design, please see
been properly mounted, vibration transmitted the section entitled "Essential piping design
from the compressor base plate to the unit considerations".
are held to a strict minimum. In addition, it is
Gas pulsation The MLZ scroll compressors have been designed configurations to ensure that minimum gas
and tested to ensure that gas pulsation has pulsation is present. If an unacceptable level
been minimized for the most commonly is identified, a discharge muffler with the
encountered refrigeration pressure ratio. On appropriate resonant volume and mass should
installations where the pressure ratio lies beyond be installed. This information can be obtained
the typical range, testing should be conducted from the component manufacturer.
under all expected conditions and operating
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Application Guidelines Installation
Each MLZ compressor is shipped with printed www.danfoss.com or directly from:

Instructions for installation. These Instructions http://instructions.cc.danfoss.com
can also be downloaded from our web site
System cleanliness The refrigeration system, regardless of the type mesh screen and can cause considerable damage
of compressor used, will only provide high within a bearing assembly. The use of highly
efficiency and good reliability, along with a long hygroscopic POE oil in MLZ compressors requires
operating life, if the system contains solely the that the oil be exposed to the atmosphere just as
refrigerant and oil it was designed for. Any other little as possible.
substances within the system will not improve
performance and, in most cases, will be highly During the manufacturing process, circuit
detrimental to system operations. contamination may be caused by:
• Brazing and welding oxides,
The presence of non-condensable substances • Filings and particles from the removal of burrs in
and system contaminants, such as metal pipe-work,
shavings, solder and flux, have a negative • Brazing flux,
impact on compressor service life. Many of these • Moisture and air.
contaminants are small enough to pass through a
Compressor handling and Compressors are provided with a lifting lug. This with caution in the vertical position, with a
storage lug should always be used to lift the compressor. maximum inclination of 15° from vertical. Store
Once the compressor is installed, the lifting the compressor between -35°C (-31°F) and
lug should never be used to lift the complete 55°C (131°F), not exposed to rain or corrosive
installation. The compressor must be handled atmosphere.
Compressor mounting Maximum inclination from the vertical plane, must always be mounted with these grommets.
while operating must not exceed 7 degrees. Recommended torque for mounting bolts: 11Nm
All compressors are delivered with 4 rubber (±1Nm) / 100lbf-in (± 10lbf-in).
grommets and metal sleeves. Compressors
Compressor holding Each compressor is shipped with a nominal dry be removed only just before connecting the
charge nitrogen holding charge between 0.4 bar /6 psi compressor to the installation in order to avoid
and 0.7 bar / 10 psi, and is sealed with elastomer moisture entering the compressor. When the
plugs. The plugs should be removed with care plugs are removed, it is essential to keep the
to avoid oil loss when the holding charge is compressor in an upright position to avoid oil
released. Remove the suction plug first and spillage.
the discharge plug afterwards. The plugs shall
Tube brazing procedure Do not bend the compressor discharge or suction stresses that are a potential cause of failure.
lines or force system piping into the compressor Recommended brazing procedures and material,
connections, because this will increase are described on following page.
Brazing material For copper suction and discharge fittings, use If flux is required for the brazing operation, use
copper-phosphorus brazing material. Sil-Fos® and coated rod or flux core wire. To avoid system
other silver brazing materials are also acceptable. contamination, do not brush flux on.
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Compressor connection When brazing the compressor fittings, do not

overheat the compressor shell, which could
severely damage certain internal components Heat shield
due to excessive heating. Use of a heat shield
and/or a heat-absorbent compound is highly
recommended. For brazing the suction and C B A
discharge connections, the following procedure
is advised:
• Make sure that no electrical wiring is connected
to the compressor.
• Protect the terminal box and compressor
painted surfaces from torch heat damage (see
diagram).
• Use only clean refrigeration-grade copper substantial damage to the internal parts of the
tubing and clean all connections. system and compressor.
• Purge nitrogen through the compressor in order
to prevent against oxidation and flammable The POE oil used in MLZ compressors is highly
conditions. The compressor should not be hygroscopic and will rapidly absorb moisture
exposed to the open air for extended periods. from the air. The compressor must therefore not
• Use of a double-tipped torch is recommended. be left open to the atmosphere for a long period
• Apply heat evenly to area (A) until the brazing of time. The compressor fitting plugs shall be
temperature is reached. Move the torch to area removed just before brazing the compressor.
(B) and apply heat evenly until the brazing
temperature has been reached there as well, and ! Before eventual unbrazing the
then begin adding the brazing material. Move compressor or any system component, the
the torch evenly around the joint, in applying refrigerant charge must be removed from
only enough brazing material to flow the full both the high and low pressure sides. Failure
circumference of the joint. to do so may result in serious personal injury.
• Move the torch to area (C) only long enough to Pressure gauges must be used to ensure all
draw the brazing material into the joint, but not pressures are at atmospheric level.
into the compressor.
• Remove all remaining flux once the joint has For more detailed information on the appropriate
been soldered with a wire brush or a wet cloth. materials required for brazing or soldering, please
Remaining flux would cause corrosion of the contact the product manufacturer or distributor.
tubing. For specific applications not covered herein,
please contact Danfoss for further information.
Ensure that no flux is allowed to enter into the
tubing or compressor. Flux is acidic and can cause
Brazed connection
ODF tube
Suction 3/4"
MLZ015-026
Discharge 1/2"
Suction 7/8"
MLZ030-045
Discharge 1/2"
Suction 7/8"
MLZ048
Discharge 3/4"
Suction 1"1/8
MLZ058-076
Discharge 7/8"
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Vacuum evacuation and Moisture obstructs the proper functioning of the MLZ compressors are delivered with
moisture removal compressor and the refrigeration system. < 100ppm moisture level. The required moisture
level in the circuit after vacuum dehydration
Air and moisture reduce service life and increase must be < 100ppm for systems with an MLZ.
condensing pressure, and cause excessively high
discharge temperatures, which can destroy the • Never use the compressor to evacuate the
lubricating properties of the oil. Air and moisture system.
also increase the risk of acid formation, giving • Connect a vacuum pump to both the LP & HP
rise to copper platting. All these phenomena sides.
can cause mechanical and electrical compressor • Evacuate the system to a pressure of 500μm Hg
failure. / 0.02 in Hg (0.67mbar) absolute.
• Do not use a megohm meter nor apply power
For these reasons it’s important to perform a to the compressor while it’s under vacuum as
vacuum dehydration on the system to remove this may cause internal damage.
all residual moisture from the pipe-work after
assembly;
Liquid line filter driers A properly sized & type of drier is required. After burn out, remove & replace the liquid
Important selection criteria include the driers line filter drier and install a Danfoss type DAS
water content capacity, the system refrigeration burnout drier of the appropriate capacity. Refer
capacity, and the system refrigerant charge. to the DAS drier instructions and technical
The drier must be able to reach and maintain a information for correct use of the burnout drier
moisture level of 50ppm end point dryness (EPD). on the liquid line.
Danfoss recommends DML (100% molecular
sieve) driers for MLZ compressors (R404A, R507,
R134a, R22, R407A, R407F, R448A, R449A, R452A,
R513A) with POE oil.
Refrigerant charging It is recommended that system charging be Vacuum or charge from one side can seal the
done using the weighed charge method, adding scrolls and result in a non-starting compressor.
refrigerant to the high side of the system. When servicing, always ensure that LP/HP
Charging the high and low sides of a system pressures are balanced before starting the
with gas simultaneously at a controlled rate is compressor.
also an acceptable method. Do not exceed the
recommended unit charge, and never charge Be sure to follow all government regulations
liquid to the low side. regarding refrigerant reclamation and storage.
Insulation resistance and Insulation resistance must be higher than 1 values to ground and higher leakage current
dielectric strength megohm when measured with a 500 volt direct readings. Such readings do not indicate a faulty
current megohm tester. compressor, and should not be cause for concern.
Each compressor motor is tested at the factory In testing insulation resistance, Danfoss
with a high potential voltage (hi-pot) that recommends that the system be first operated
exceeds the UL requirement both in potential briefly to distribute refrigerant throughout the
and in duration. system. Following this brief operation, retest the
Leakage current is less than 0.5 mA. compressor for insulation resistance or current
leakage.
MLZ scroll compressors are configured with
the pump assembly at the top of the shell, Never reset a breaker or replace a fuse without
and the motor below. As a result, the motor first checking for a ground fault (a short circuit to
can be partially immersed in refrigerant and ground). Be alert for sounds of arcing inside the
oil. The presence of refrigerant around the compressor.
motor windings will result in lower resistance
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Packaging
Single pack Compressors are packed individually in a

cardboard box. They can be ordered in any
quantity. Minimum ordering quantity = 1. As far
as possible, Danfoss will ship the boxes on full
pallets of 8 or 9 compressors.
• Each box also contains following accessories:

• 4 grommets
• 4 assemblies of self tapping US thread bolts,
washers and sleeves
• 4 additional sleeves
• 1 screw for earth connection
Industrial pack Compressors are not packed individually but are

shipped all together on one pallet. They can be
ordered in quantities of full pallets only, multiples
of 12 compressors.
Each industrial pack pallet contains following

accessories:
• 4 grommets per compressor

• 4 sleeves per compressor
Packaging details
Danfoss pallets
MLZ-A Optimized for overseas container loading & European
storage racks
Code number 121L….
Pack type Industrial pack Single pack
Compressors per pallet 12 9*
Static stacking of pallets ** 3 3
Run capacitor (for single phase models) Not included Not included
accessories
Screw for earth connection Included Included

Shipped
4 grommets per compressor Included Included

4 assemblies of self tapping US thread bolt + Not included Included
washer + sleeve per compressor
4 sleeves per compressor Included Included
* Quantity for full pallets. Single packs can be ordered per 1.
** Stacking only allowed for full pallets with identical products per pallet
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Application Guidelines Ordering information and packaging
Single pack - Brazed version

Model
Compressors Connections Features Voltage code 1 Voltage code 2 Voltage code 4 Voltage code 5 Voltage code 9
variation
MLZ015 T P 9 121L8659 121L8669 121L8629 121L8631 121L8689
MLZ019 T P 9 121L8717 121L8721 121L8725 121L8729
MLZ021 T P 9 121L8661 121L8671 121L8633 121L8635 121L8691
MLZ026 T P 9 121L8663 121L8673 121L8637 121L8639 121L8693
Danfoss palette
MLZ030 T C 9 121L8665 121L8675 121L8641 121L8643 121L8695

MLZ038 T C 9 121L8667 121L8677 121L8645 121L8647 121L8697
MLZ045 T C 9 121L8679 121L8649 121L8699
MLZ048 T C 9 121L8681 121L8651 121L8701
MLZ058 T C 9 121L8683 121L8653 121L8703
MLZ066 T C 9 121L8685 121L8657 121L8705
MLZ076 T C 9 121L8687 121L8655 121L8707
Industrial pack - Brazed version

Model
Compressors Connections Features Voltage code 1 Voltage code 2 Voltage code 4 Voltage code 5 Voltage code 9
variation
MLZ015 T P 9 121L8658 121L8668 121L8628 121L8630 121L8688
MLZ019 T P 9 121L8716 121L8720 121L8724 121L8728
MLZ021 T P 9 121L8660 121L8670 121L8632 121L8634 121L8690
MLZ026 T P 9 121L8662 121L8672 121L8636 121L8638 121L8692
Danfoss palette
MLZ030 T C 9 121L8664 121L8674 121L8640 121L8642 121L8694

MLZ038 T C 9 121L8666 121L8676 121L8644 121L8646 121L8696
MLZ045 T C 9 121L8678 121L8648 121L8698
MLZ048 T C 9 121L8680 121L8650 121L8700
MLZ058 T C 9 121L8682 121L8652 121L8702
MLZ066 T C 9 121L8684 121L8656 121L8704
MLZ076 T C 9 121L8686 121L8654 121L8706
Single pack - Rotolock version

Model
Compressors Connections Features Voltage Code 1 Voltage Code 2 Voltage Code 4 Voltage Code 5 Voltage Code 9
Variation
MLZ015 T T 9 121L8709 121L8711 121L8713 121L8715 121L8845
MLZ019 T T 9 121L8719 121L8723 121L8727 121L8731 121L8735
MLZ021 T T 9 121L8737 121L8739 121L8741 121L8743 121L8749
MLZ026 T T 9 121L8751 121L8753 121L8755 121L8757 121L8847
Danfoss palette
MLZ030 T Q 9 121L8763 121L8765 121L8767 121L8769 121L8849

MLZ038 T Q 9 121L8775 121L8777 121L8779 121L8781 121L8787
MLZ045 T Q 9 121L8797 121L8799 121L8805
MLZ048 T Q 9 121L8807 121L8809 121L8815
MLZ058 T Q 9 121L8817 121L8819 121L8825
MLZ066 T Q 9 121L8827 121L8829 121L8853
MLZ076 T Q 9 121L8835 121L8837 121L8843
Industrial pack - Rotolock version

Model
Compressors Connections Features Voltage Code 1 Voltage Code 2 Voltage Code 4 Voltage Code 5 Voltage Code 9
Variation
MLZ015 T T 9 121L8708 121L8710 121L8712 121L8714 121L8844
MLZ019 T T 9 121L8718 121L8722 121L8726 121L8730 121L8734
MLZ021 T T 9 121L8736 121L8738 121L8740 121L8742 121L8748
MLZ026 T T 9 121L8750 121L8752 121L8754 121L8756 121L8846
Danfoss palette
MLZ030 T Q 9 121L8762 121L8764 121L8766 121L8768 121L8848

MLZ038 T Q 9 121L8774 121L8776 121L8778 121L8780 121L8786
MLZ045 T Q 9 121L8850 121L8798 121L8804
MLZ048 T Q 9 121L8806 121L8808 121L8814
MLZ058 T Q 9 121L8816 121L8818 121L8824
MLZ066 T Q 9 121L8826 121L8828 121L8852
MLZ076 T Q 9 121L8834 121L8836 121L8842
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Run capacitors for PSC wiring
Type Code n° Description Application Packaging Pack size
80μF 120Z0052 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 80μF, 60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM042 Multipack 10
50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM019-021-26
70μF 120Z0051 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 70μF, Multipack 10
60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM030
60μF 120Z0050 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 60 μF, 60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM026 Multipack 10
50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM038-042
55μF 8173234 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 55μF, Multipack 10
60HZ, Motor Code 1: MLZ/MLM038
50μF 8173233 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 50μF, 50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM030 Multipack 10
45μF 8173232 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 45μF, 60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM015-019-021 Multipack 10
40μF 8173231 PSC wiring Run Capacitor 40μF, 50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM015 Multipack 10
Start capacitors for CSR wiring

50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM015-019-021-026
145-175μF 120Z0399 CSR wiring Start Capacitor 145-175μF, Multipack 10
60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM015-019-021
50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM030
161-193μF 120Z0400 CSR wiring Start Capacitor 161-193μF, Multipack 10
60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM030
50Hz, Motor Code 5: MLZ/MLM038-042
88-108μF 8173001 CSR wiring Start Capacitor 88-108μF, Multipack 10
60Hz, Motor Code 1 : MLZ/MLM026 ,MLZ/MLM038
Starting relays for CSR wiring
RVA3EKL 120Z0394 CSR wiring Starting Relay, motor voltage code 5 - 220-240V / 1 / 50Hz MLZ/MLM015-019-021-026-030 Multipack 10
RVA4GKL 120Z0395 CSR wiring Starting Relay, motor voltage code 5 - 220-240V / 1 / 50Hz MLZ/MLM038-042 Multipack 10
RVA2ACKL 120Z0396 CSR wiring Starting Relay, motor voltage code 1 -208-230V / 1 / 60Hz MLZ/MLM015-019-021 Multipack 10
RVA2ABKL 120Z0397 CSR wiring Starting Relay, motor voltage code 1 -208-230V / 1 / 60Hz MLZ/MLM026-030,MLZ/MLM042 Multipack 10
RVAA4IKL 120Z0398 CSR wiring Starting Relay, motor voltage code 1 -208-230V / 1 / 60Hz MLZ/MLM038 Multipack 10
Solder sleeve adapter sets
Code n° Description Application Packaging Pack size
120Z0126 Rotolock adaptor set (1-1/4" ~ 3/4") , (1" ~ 1/2") MLZ015-019-021-026 Multipack 6
120Z0127 Rotolock adaptor set (1-1/4" ~ 7/8") , (1" ~ 1/2") MLZ030-038-042-045 Multipack 6
120Z0128 Rotolock adaptor set (1-1/4" ~ 7/8") , (1-1/4" ~ 3/4") MLZ048 Multipack 6
120Z0129 Rotolock adaptor set (1-3/4" ~ 1-1/8") , (1-1/4" ~ 7/8") MLZ058-066-076 Multipack 6
Rotolock nuts and sleeves kit
120Z5074 Rotolock nuts 1"1/4 and 1" with sleeves and gaskets MLZ015-045 Multipack 6
120Z5076 2 Rotolock nuts 1"1/4 with sleeves and gaskets MLZ048 Multipack 6
120Z5075 Rotolock nuts 1"1/4 and 1"3/4 with sleeves and gaskets MLZ058-066-076 Multipack 6
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Rotolock adapters
120Z0366 Rotolock adaptor (1-1/4" ~ 3/4") MLZ015-019-021-026 suction Multipack 10

120Z0367 Rotolock adaptor (1-1/4" ~ 7/8") MLZ030-038-042-045-048 suction Multipack 10
120Z0364 Rotolock adaptor (1-3/4" ~ 1-1/8") MLZ058-066-076 suction Multipack 10
MLZ015-019-021-026-030-038-042-045
120Z0365 Rotolock adaptor (1" ~ 1/2") Multipack 10
discharge
120Z0366 Rotolock adaptor (1-1/4" ~ 3/4") MLZ048 discharge Multipack 10
120Z0367 Rotolock adaptor (1-1/4" ~ 7/8") MLZ058-066-076 discharge Multipack 10
Rotolock service valves and valve sets (without gasket)
7968004 Rotolock valve, V06, (1" Rotolock, 1/2" ODF) Industry pack 50
Discharge MLZ015-026-045
8168031 Rotolock valve, V06, (1" Rotolock, 1/2" ODF) Multipack 6
7968006 Rotolock valve, V04, (1"1/4 Rotolock, 3/4" ODF) Suction MLZ015-026 Industry pack 42
8168029 Rotolock valve, V04, (1"1/4 Rotolock, 3/4" ODF) Discharge MLZ048 Multipack 6
7968007 Rotolock valve, V05, (1"1/4 Rotolock, 7/8" ODF) Suction MLZ030-048 Industry pack 36
8168030 Rotolock valve, V05, (1"1/4 Rotolock, 7/8" ODF) Discharge MLZ058-066-076 Multipack 6
7968009 Rotolock valve, V02, (1"3/4 Rotolock, 1"1/8 ODF) Industry pack 24
Suction MLZ058-066-076
8168028 Rotolock valve, V02, (1"3/4 Rotolock, 1"1/8 ODF) Multipack 6
7703008 Valve set V02 (1"3/4rotolock, 1"1/8 ODF), V05 (Rotolock 1"1/4, 7/8" ODF) MLZ058-066-076 Multipack 6
Mounting kits

Mounting kit for 1 scroll compressor including 4 grommets, 4 sleeves,
120Z0661 MLZ Single pack 1
4 bolts, 4 washers
Crankcase heater
Code No Description Application Packaging Pack Size
120Z5040 Belt type crankcase heater, 65 W, 230 V, CE mark, UL (Wire length: 1270 mm) MLZ/MLM 015-019-021-026 Multipack 4
Belt type crankcase heater, 55/70W, 400/460 V, CE mark, UL (Wire length: 1270
120Z5041 MLZ/MLM 015-019-021-026 Multipack 4
mm)
120Z5042 Belt type crankcase heater, 70 W, 575 V, CE mark, UL (Wire length: 1270 mm) MLZ/MLM 015-019-021-026 Multipack 4
120Z0055 Belt type crankcase heater,40W,230V,CE mark, UL(wire length:1000mm) MLZ/MLM015-019--021-26 Multipack 6
120Z0056 Belt type crankcase heater,40W,400V,CE mark, UL(wire length:1000mm) MLZ/MLM015-019--021-26 Multipack 6
MLZ/MLM 030-038-042-
120Z0059 Belt type crankcase heater, 65 W, 230V, CE mark, UL (Wire length: 1000 mm) Multipack 6
045-048-058-066-076
MLZ/MLM 030-038-045-
120Z0060 Belt type crankcase heater, 65 W, 400 V, CE mark, UL (Wire length: 1000 mm) Multipack 6
048-058-066-076
120Z5012 Belt type crankcase heater, 70W, 460V, CE mark, UL MLZ/MLM030-076 Multipack 4
120Z5013 Belt type crankcase heater, 70 W, 575V, CE mark, UL MLZ/MLM030-076 Multipack 4
Discharge thermostat kit
7750009 Discharge thermostat kit All models Multipack 10

7973008 Discharge thermostat kit All models Industry pack 50
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Magnetic discharge non return valve

120Z5046 Magnetic discharge non return valve MLZ058-076 Multipack 6
Lubricant

120Z0648 POE lubricant, 215PZ(RL46HB),1 litre can MLZ Multipack 12
IP54 upgrade kit

118U0056 IP54 upgrade kit for round terminal box MLZ015-019-021-026 Multipack 6
118U0057 IP54 upgrade kit for square terminal box MLZ030-038-042-045-048-058-076 Multipack 6
Acoustic hood

120Z5083 Acoustic hood MLZ015-019-021-026 Single pack 1
120Z5084 Acoustic hood MLZ030-038-042-045-048 Single pack 1
120Z5085 Acoustic hood MLZ058-066-076 Single pack 1
Terminal box

120Z5015 Round terminal box (P & T version) MLZ015-019-021-026 Multipack 10
120Z5018 Square terminal box (C & Q version) MLZ030-038-042-045-058-066-076 Multipack 10
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Application guidelines

Danfoss Scroll for Refrigeration

Features...................................................... 4 System design recommendations.......... 30

check valve retainer

Type Size Motor Features Evolution

MLZ 021 T4L P9 A

Tubing and electrical connections

W Btu/h kW W/W Btu/h/W cm3/rev cu.in/rev m3/h cu.ft/h Litres oz kg lb

W Btu/h kW W/W Btu/h/W cm3/rev cu.in/rev m3/h cu.ft/h Litres oz kg lb

* at EN12900 conditions: To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C(113°F), RGT= 20°C(68°F), SC= 0K

W Btu/h kW W/W Btu/h/W cm3/rev cu.in/rev m3/h cu.ft/h Litres oz kg lb

* at EN12900 conditions: To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C(113°F), RGT= 20°C(68°F), SC= 0K

W Btu/h kW W/W Btu/h/W cm3/rev cu.in/rev m3/h cu.ft/h Litres oz kg lb

* at EN12900 conditions: To= -10°C(14°F), Tc= 45°C(113°F), RGT= 20°C(68°F), SC= 0K

All dimensions in mm (inch)

Terminal box P & T (spade terminals) Mounting grommet

1.7 (0.06) not supply with

34° 34° 31°

Ø182.54 - 184.54 Ø182.54-184.54

Terminal box C & Q (screw terminals) Mounting grommet

C 1.7 (0.06) not supply with

34° 31° 73°

Suction port 1"1/8 ODF Discharge line

Oil sight glass 350 Schrader valve

All dimensions in mm (inch) All dimensions in mm (inch)

Terminal box C & Q (screw terminals) Mounting grommet

C 1.7 (0.06) not supply with

Oil sight glass MLZ scroll compressors come equipped with

Rotolock adaptor set Rotolock adaptor

Suction 3/4" 1-1/4" 3/4" 120Z0366

Suction 7/8" 1-1/4" 7/8" 120Z0367

Suction 7/8" 1-1/4" 7/8" 120Z0367

Suction 1-1/8" 1-3/4" 1-1/8" 120Z0364

P & T terminal box type C & Q terminal box type

Terminal cover removal

200-220V / 3ph / 50Hz

MLZ021T4 45 9.5 6.8 3.4 4.7 4.7

MLZ026T4 45 11.0 8.3 3.4 4.7 4.7

575V / 3ph / 60Hz

MLZ026T7 38 9.0 6.0 5.4 7.3 7.3

MLZ021T9 52 12 8.3 2.2 3.0 3.0

MLZ026T9 52 12.5 10.1 2.2 3.0 3.0

Single phase electrical

Winding resistance Winding resistance is the resistance between

PSC wiring PSC wiring with a run capacitor only is the N L1

default wiring solution for single phase MLZ

The start winding (C-S) of the motor remains in

permanent (run) capacitor is connected between

PTC, this may take about 5 minutes. A restart

successful or the motor may stall in a locked- IOL

rotor state depending on the ambient and

the internal protector to open and would cause

CSR wiring CSR wiring provides additional motor torque

combination with the run capacitor. The start Start Relay

operation, a potential relay is used to disconnect

Some applications with high differential pressure

can require CSR wiring. This configuration

Nominal capacitor value

Suggested wiring diagram Q1

 L P safety switch shall never have time delay.