Operator’s Manual

Truck Edition
UT-1280
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TK 56373-1-OP
TK-56373-1-OP
Oct 2016
©2020 Trane Technologies October 2016
 UT-1280
TK 56373-1-OP (Rev. 0, 10/16)

Copyright© 2016 Thermo King Corp., Minneapolis, MN, USA

Printed in USA
 Disclaimer
This manual is published for informational purposes only. Thermo King Corporation makes no
representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to the information, recommendations
and descriptions contained in this manual and such information, recommendations and descriptions
should not be regarded as all-inclusive or covering all contingencies. In the event you have any
questions or require further information, please contact your local Thermo King dealer.

The procedures described herein should only be undertaken by suitably qualified personnel. Failure to
implement these procedures correctly may cause damage to the Thermo King unit or other property or
personal injury.

Thermo King Corporation and its affiliates shall have no liability in contract or tort (including negligence
and/or strict liability) or otherwise, to any person or entity for any personal injury, property damage or
any other direct, indirect, special or consequential damage or liability whatsoever, arising out of or
resulting from any actions by any person that are contrary to this manual or any of the information,
recommendations or descriptions contained herein or the failure of any person to implement the
procedures described herein correctly or to follow caution and safety decals located on the Thermo
King unit.

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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 EPA Emission Control System Warranty Statement . .20
Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Automatic Start/Stop Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Installation and Cable Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Electrical Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Design Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Refrigerant Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Unit Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Standard HMI Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
First Aid–Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Premium HMI Control Panel (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . .25
First Aid–Refrigerant Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 CYCLE-SENTRY™ Start/Stop System . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Safety Decals and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Unit Protection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Model 50 Units (Electric Standby) . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Unit Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Emission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Unit Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

California Emission Control System Warranty SR-3 Truck HMI Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Your Warranty Rights And Obligations . . . . . . . . . 16 Keys and LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Turning the Unit On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 The Standard Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Manufacturer Explanation Of Emission Control System Changing the Setpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Warranty Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Starting the Diesel Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

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Starting the Electric Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Switching from Diesel to Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Switching from Electric to Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Selecting CYCLE-SENTRY or Continuous Mode . . . . 46 Refrigeration System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Selecting the High Speed Lock-Out Feature . . . . . . . . 47 Electrical Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Initiating a Manual Defrost Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Electric Motor and Overload Relay . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Sending a ServiceWatch Data Logger Start of Trip . . . 51 Standby Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Pretrip Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Pretrip Test Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Maintenance Inspection Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Conditions where Pretrip Tests are not allowed . . 51
Pretrip Test Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Serial Number Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Pretrip Test Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Performing a Pretrip Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Recover Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Starting a Pretrip Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Pretrip Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Emergency Cold Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
California
Electric Standby Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Electric Power Receptacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Loading and Enroute Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Pre-Loading Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Inspecting the Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Enroute Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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Introduction
There is nothing complicated about operating and maintaining IMPORTANT: This manual is published for informational
your Thermo King unit, but a few minutes studying this purposes only and the information furnished herein should
manual will be time well spent. not be considered as all-inclusive or meant to cover all
contingencies. If more information is required, consult your
Performing pre-trip checks and enroute inspections on a
Thermo King Service Directory for the location and
regular basis will minimize on-the-road operating problems. A
telephone number of the local dealer.
regular maintenance program will also help to keep your unit
in top operating condition. If factory recommended procedures
are followed, you will find that you have purchased the most
efficient and dependable temperature control system available.
All service requirements, major and minor, should be handled
by a Thermo King dealer for four very important reasons:
• They are equipped with the factory recommended tools to
perform all service functions
• They have factory trained and certified technicians
• They have genuine Thermo King replacement parts
• The warranty on your new unit is valid only when the
repair and replacement of component parts is performed
by an authorized Thermo King dealer.

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Safety Precautions
Thermo King recommends that all services be performed by a
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when drilling holes
Thermo King dealer. However, there are several general safety
in the unit. Drilling into electrical wiring or
practices which you should be aware of:
refrigerant lines could cause a fire. Never drill into
structural components.
WARNING: Always wear goggles or safety glasses
when working with or around the refrigeration
system or battery. Refrigerant or battery acid can Automatic Start/Stop Operation
cause permanent damage if it comes in contact with This unit is capable of automatic operation and may start at any
your eyes. time without prior warning.

WARNING: Keep hands and loose clothing clear of WARNING: The unit may start at any time when the
fans and belts at all times when the unit is operating controller is turned on. The controller display lights
or when opening or closing compressor service up when the controller is turned on.
valves.
WARNING: Units equipped with electric standby may
WARNING: Exposed coil fins can cause painful start at any time when the unit is connected to live
lacerations. Service work on the evaporator or electric power and the controller is turned on.
condenser coils is best left to a certified Thermo King
technician.

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WARNING: Be sure to press the OFF key to turn the CAUTION: Do not connect other manufacturer’s
controller off before opening doors or inspecting any equipment or accessories to the Thermo King unit.
part of the unit. This could result in severe damage to equipment
and void the warranty!

Battery Installation and Cable CAUTION: Set all unit electrical controls to the
Routing OFF position before connecting battery cables to
the battery to prevent unit from starting
WARNING: Improperly installed battery could unexpectedly and causing personal injury.
result in a fire or explosion! A Thermo King
approved battery must be installed and properly CAUTION: Always wear protective clothing,
secured to the battery tray. gloves and eye wear when handling and installing
batteries. Battery acid can cause serious burns
WARNING: Improperly installed battery cables when exposed to eyes or skin. If battery acid
could result in fire or explosion! Battery cables contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with
must be installed, routed and secured properly to soap and water. If acid enters your eye,
prevent them from rubbing, chaffing or making immediately flood it with running cold water for at
contact with hot, sharp or rotating components. least twenty minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
WARNING: Do not attach fuel lines or any
additional wiring harnesses to the battery cables as
this could cause an electrical fire!

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CAUTION: Always cover battery terminals to DANGER: Fluorocarbon refrigerants tend to

prevent them from making contact with metal displace air and can cause oxygen depletion which
components during battery installation. Battery could result in DEATH BY SUFFOCATION. Provide
terminals grounding against metal could cause the adequate ventilation in enclosed or confined areas.
battery to explode.
WARNING: Fluorocarbon refrigerants evaporate
rapidly, freezing anything they contact if accidentally
Electrical Hazard released into the atmosphere from the liquid state.
CAUTION: Be sure to turn off the high voltage
power supply, and disconnect the electric cable before Refrigerant Oil
working on the unit. Units with electric standby
present a potential electrical hazard. Observe the following precautions when working with or
around refrigerant oil:

Refrigerant WARNING: Always wear goggles or safety glasses to

protect eyes from refrigerant oil contact.
Although fluorocarbon refrigerants are classified as safe,
observe caution when working with refrigerants or around
areas where they are being used in the servicing of your unit. WARNING: Protect skin and clothing from
prolonged or repeated contact with refrigerant oil.
DANGER: Fluorocarbon refrigerants may produce Rubber gloves are recommended.
toxic gases. In the presence of an open flame or
electrical short, these gases are severe respiratory
WARNING: Wash thoroughly immediately after
irritants CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH.
handling refrigerant oil to prevent irritation.

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 Safety Precautions

First Aid Safety Decals and Locations

First Aid–Refrigerant
Eyes: For contact with liquid, immediately flush eyes with
large amounts of water. Get prompt medical attention.
Skin: Flush areas with large amounts of warm water. Do not
apply heat. Wrap burns with dry, sterile, bulky dressing to
protect from infection or injury. Get prompt medical attention.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air and restore breathing if
necessary. Stay with victim until arrival of emergency medical
personnel.

First Aid–Refrigerant Oil

Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes while holding the eyelids open. Get prompt Figure 1: Antifreeze Caution
(Attached near Expansion Tank fill cap)
medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with
soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air and restore breathing if
necessary. Stay with victim until arrival of emergency
personnel.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact
local poison control center or physician.

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Figure 2: Belt Caution (Locations vary depending on Figure 3: Automatic Start Caution (Locations vary
model. Decals are located near areas that contain depending on model. Decals are located near areas
belts and fans which can cause severe injuries if that contain moving parts which can cause severe
hands or clothing become tangled.) injuries if hands or clothing become tangled when the
unit automatically starts.)

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Model 50 Units (Electric Standby)

CAUTION FAN

ATTENTION VENTILATEUR

91-4815
ACHTUNG VENTILATOR

ATTENZIONE VENTILATORE

CUIDADO VENTILADOR

Figure 5: Electrical Hazard (Locations vary

Figure 4: Fan Caution (Locations vary depending on depending on model. Typically located near power
model. Decals are located near areas that contain receptacle, high voltage tray cover and interface
fans which can cause severe injuries if hands or board.)
clothing become tangled.)

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Figure 6: High Voltage Caution

(Located near high voltage box.)

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Emission Control
In compliance with the California ULG (Utility, Lawn and 2-4. Fuel Oil System: Fuel oil system must remain intact
Garden) Rules, the following information is provided: and receive regular prescribed maintenance. Example: Fuel
filter replacement at required operation hour interval.
1. Selection Of Fuel Oil: Use diesel fuel only.
3. Engine Identification: Engines must be identified in a
2-1. Modification To Any Engine Component:
manner that will determine when they were built and what
Modifications to any engine component which many cause regulations they comply with. The engine must be labeled with
engine exhaust emission output changes are not allowed. an emission control label and the engine family name, both
Any engine modification not in compliance with regulation described below.
will be the responsibility of the engine manufacturer, dealer or
customer who made the modification.
2-2. Air Induction System: Air induction system must
remain intact and receive regular prescribed maintenance.
Example: Air cleaner element replacement at required
operation hour interval.
2-3. Exhaust System: Exhaust system must remain intact
and cannot be modified in any manner that will further restrict
exhaust flow.

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a. Emission control label: a new label, shown in b. Engine Family Name, as assigned by the California
Figure 7, contains important engine information. Air Resources Board, identifies engine family group,
by largest displacement, within an engine family, and
is shown in Figure 8.

AMA04
AMA06

Figure 7: Emission Control Label Figure 8: Engine Family Name

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3-1 Emission Control Labels: Emission control labels are All engine labels and supplementary labels will contain the
a requirement of the California ULG Rules. In the event the following information:
emission control label provided on the engine is inaccessible, • Engine Family Name
there will be a supplemental label containing the same
information, provided by the equipment manufacturer, located • Displacement
in a readily accessible location, shown in Figure 9: • Manufacturer
The above information, along with the engine serial number,
will be required to obtain proper service information and
correct service repair parts. Figure 10 identifies the engine
model.

Engine Model
TK380U (Tier 4)
Note: Design parameters to bring engine family
into compliance were utilized; no after treatment
measures incorporated.
Figure 10: Engine Model

Figure 9: Emission Control Label Location

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4. Emission Control Related Parts: The California ULG 5. Maintenance Schedule: To maintain optimum engine
Rules require a manufacturing defect warranty on all emission performance and compliance with the California ULG Rules,
control parts, including: the maintenance schedule must be adhered to.
• Fuel Injection Pump Regular scheduled maintenance is the major key to engine
service life and emission regulation compliance. Scheduled
• Fuel Injection Nozzle
maintenance requirements must be performed regularly. See
• High Pressure Oil Line the Maintenance Schedule provided in this Operator’s Manual.
• Air Cleaner Element1
• Fuel Filter Element1 California Emission Control
• Air Cleaner Gasket
System Warranty Statement
• Air Intake Pipe (Manifold) Gasket
Your Warranty Rights And
• Muffler Gasket Obligations
The warranty period is two years and complete details are The California Air Resources Board and Thermo King are
included in the section of this manual titled “California pleased to explain the California emission control system
Emission Control System Warranty Statement, Your Warranty warranty on your 1996 and later utility equipment (ULG)
Rights And Obligations.” engine. In California, new utility equipment (ULG) engines
1 must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the state’s
Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as
stringent anti-smog standards. Thermo King must warrant the
required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time
California emission control system on your utility equipment
up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part.

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(ULG) engine for the time listed below, provided there has Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your utility
As the utility equipment (ULG) engine owner, you are
equipment (ULG) engine.
responsible for the performance of the required maintenance
Your California emission control system includes parts such as listed in this Operator’s Manual. Thermo King recommends
the fuel injection pump, the fuel injection nozzle, and the that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your utility
high-pressure fuel line. Also included are the air filter element equipment (ULG) engine, but Thermo King cannot deny
and the fuel filter element which are covered under this warranty solely for the lack of receipts or your failure to ensure
California emission control system warranty only up to the first the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
scheduled maintenance replacement.
As the utility equipment (ULG) engine owner, you should be
Where a warrantable condition exists, Thermo King will repair aware that Thermo King may deny you warranty coverage if
your utility equipment (ULG) engine with California emission your utility equipment (ULG) engine, or a part or component,
control system parts or components at no cost to you, including has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or
diagnosis, parts and labor. unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your utility equipment
Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage (ULG) engine to an authorized Thermo King dealer as soon as
1996 and later utility equipment (ULG) engines: California a problem exists. The emission control system parts or
emission control system parts and components are warranted component repairs should be completed in a reasonable
for the period of two years (24 months). If any California amount of time not to exceed 30 days.
emission control system part or component on your utility If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and
equipment (ULG) engine is defective, the part or component responsibilities, contact a Thermo King service representative
will be repaired or replaced by Thermo King. at 952-887-2337.

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Manufacturer Explanation Of at a Thermo King authorized service dealer. To obtain the

phone number of your nearest Thermo King authorized
Emission Control System service dealer, call the Cold Line at: 952-887-2202.
Warranty Coverage 2. Warranty Period: Any warranted California emission
A. Warranty Commencement Date control system part or component that is not scheduled for
replacement as required maintenance, or that is scheduled
The California emission control system warranty period begins
only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or
on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to the original
replacement as necessary, shall be warranted for the
retail purchaser.
warranty period. Any warranted part that is scheduled for
B. Length Of Coverage replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted
Thermo King warrants to the original purchaser, and each for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement
subsequent purchaser, that the engine emission control system point for that part or component.
is free from defects in material and workmanship that cause the 3. Diagnosis: The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic
failure of the warranted California emission control system labor which leads to the determination that a California
part or component for a period of two years (24 months) emission control system warranted part or component is
beginning on the day the utility equipment (ULG) engine is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at a Thermo
delivered to the original purchaser. King authorized service dealer.
C. What Is Covered 4. Consequential Damages: Thermo King is liable for
1. Repair or Replacement of Parts: Repair or replacement damages to other engine parts or components caused by
of any California emission control system warranted part the failure of an emission control system part or
or component will be performed at no charge to the owner component within the above stated California emission
control system warranty period.

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D. What is Not Covered call the customer service representative at 888-887-2202 for
1. Failures caused by abuse, neglect, or improper the location of the nearest Thermo King authorized service
maintenance. dealer.
G. Maintenance, Replacement and Repair of Emission
2. Add-On or Modified Parts. The use of add-on or modified
Control System Related Parts
parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
Thermo King is not liable for failures of emission control Any Thermo King approved replacement part can be used in
system parts or components caused by the use of add-on or the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on
modified parts. emission control system parts or components, and must be
3. Use of fuel other than the California Title 13, CCR Section provided without charge to the owner if the part is still under
2282 (g)(3), low sulfur, low aromatic, with a cetane the California emission control system warranty.
number of 48 minimum, will nullify this warranty. H. Emission Control System Warranty Parts List
E. How to File a Claim • Part Name
Warranty claims for California emission control system parts • Fuel Injection Pump
or components are to be filed by the Thermo King authorized • Fuel injection Nozzle
servicing dealer on behalf of the engine owner.
• High Pressure Fuel Oil Line
F. Where to Get Warranty Service
• Air Cleaner Element
Warranty service or repairs shall be provided at all Thermo
King authorized service dealers. You can generally find dealers • Fuel Filter Element
in the Yellow Pages of your regional telephone directory, or • Air Cleaner Gasket
• Air Intake Pipe (Manifold)

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• Gasket Muffler Gasket If an emission-related part or component fails during the

I. Maintenance Statements warranty period, it will be repaired or replaced. Any such part
or component repaired or replaced under warranty is warranted
The owner is responsible for the performance of the required for the warranty period.
maintenance as defined by Thermo King within this Operator’s
During the term of this warranty, Thermo King will provide,
Manual.
through a Thermo King authorized service dealer or other
establishment authorized by Thermo King, repair or
EPA Emission Control System replacement of any warranted part at no charge to the non-road
engine owner.
Warranty Statement
Thermo King warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent In an emergency, repairs can be performed at any service
owner that the certified non-road diesel engine in your unit is: establishment, or by the owner, using any replacement part.
Thermo King will reimburse the owner for their expenses,
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform, at the time including diagnostic charges, for such emergency repair. These
of sale, with all applicable regulations adopted by the expenses shall not exceed Thermo King’s suggested retail price
United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). for all warranted parts replaced, and labor changes based on
2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship in Thermo King’s recommended time allowance for the warranty
specific, emission-related parts for a period of five years repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate.
or 3,000 hours of operation, whichever comes first, after Any replacement part can be used for maintenance or repairs.
date of delivery to the initial owner. The owner should ensure that such parts are equivalent in
design and durability to genuine Thermo King parts. However,
Thermo King is not liable for parts which are not genuine
Thermo King parts.

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A part not being available within 30 days or repair not being Thermo King Corporation Responsibilities
completed within 30 days constitutes an emergency.
During the emission warranty period, if a defect in material or
As a condition of reimbursement, replaced parts and received workmanship of a warranted part or component is found,
invoices must be presented at a place of business of a Thermo Thermo King will provide:
King authorized service dealer or other establishment
authorized by Thermo King. • New, remanufactured, or repaired parts or components
required to correct the defect.
This warranty covers the following emission-related parts and
NOTE: Items replaced under this warranty become the
components:
property of Thermo King.
• Fuel Injection System
• Labor, during normal working hours, required to make the
• Intake Manifold warranty repair. This includes diagnosis and labor to
• Exhaust Manifold remove and install the engine, if necessary.

• Miscellaneous hoses, clamps, connectors and sealing

devices used in the above systems. Owner Responsibilities
If failure of one of these parts or components results in failure During the emission warranty period, the owner is responsible
of another part or component, both will be covered by this for:
warranty. • The performance of all required maintenance. A warranty
claim will not be denied because the scheduled
Responsibilities maintenance was not performed. However, if the lack of
required maintenance was the reason for the repair, then
This warranty is subject to the following: the claim will be denied.

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• Premium of overtime cost. Remedies under this warranty are limited to the provision of
• Cost to investigate complaints that are not caused by material and services as specified herein. Thermo King is not
defect in Thermo King material or workmanship. responsible for incidental or consequential damages such as
downtime or loss of engine-powered equipment.
• Providing timely notice of a warrantable failure and
promptly making the product available for repair.

Limitations
Thermo King is not responsible for resultant damages to an
emission-related part or component resulting from:
• Any application or installation Thermo King deems
improper as explained in this Operator’s Manual, or any
other manuals provided with the unit.
• Attachments, accessory items, or parts not authorized for
use by Thermo King.
• Improper off-road engine maintenance, repair, or abuse.
• Owner’s unreasonable delay in making the product
available after being notified of a potential product
problem.
This warranty is in addition to Thermo King’s standard
warranty applicable to the off-road engine product involved.

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Unit Description
General Description Design Features
The UT-1280 is a microprocessor based transport temperature • Microprocessor Controller, SR-3 Truck
control system, which utilizes the SR-3 Truck HMI
• Alarm Code Display
microcontroller to manage system functions.
• Battery Voltage Display
The unit is a two-piece under-mount refrigeration unit
designed for truck applications. The condenser unit mounts • Continuous System Monitoring
underneath the truck and the evaporator mounts inside the • Coolant Temperature Display
truck body. Two different evaporators are used: the UTSE, and
the Spectrum S-3. • CYCLE-SENTRYTM Start/Stop Controls

Engine power for the UT-1280 is provided by the TK380U, a • Engine and Electric (Model 50) Hour Display
three cylinder, special clean and silent diesel engine rated at • In-Cab Remote
19.6 continuous horsepower (14.6 kW) at 2425 RPM. A belt
• Smart Defrost
drive system transfers energy to the compressor, unit fans and
alternator. A centrifugal clutch on the diesel engine isolates the • Symbolic Controller Interface
engine during electric standby operation. • Unit Self Check-Pretrip
• Air Cleaner, Dry Type
• Alternator, 120 Amp

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• Automatic Phase Correction Unit Options

• Bypass Oil Filter • TouchPrint Datalogger
• Coolant Expansion Tank • Door Switch
• Corrosion Resistant Protection • Scissors Field Installation Kit
• Diesel/Electric Autoswitching • Battery Box Kit
• Economy Mode • Remote Body-Mount Box Kit
• Fahrenheit and Celsius Scales • Premium HMI Control Panel
• Fuel Filter, Spin On • Telematics
• Oil Filter, Full Flow
• R-404A Chlorine-free Refrigerant Standard HMI Control Panel
• Scroll Compressor The Standard HMI Control Panel (Human/Machine Interface)
• ETV (Electronic Throttling Valve) is used to operate the unit and display unit information. The
Control Panel is typically located in the vehicle driver's
• Stainless Steel Condenser and Evaporator Hardware compartment and communicates with the base controller using
• TK380U Diesel Engine a connection on the interface board.

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WARNING: Turn the unit off by pressing

the OFF key before opening doors or
inspecting any part of the unit. The unit can
start at any time without warning if it has
been turned on by pressing the ON key.
The CYCLE-SENTRY system automatically starts the unit on
Figure 11: Standard HMI Control Panel microprocessor demand and shuts down the unit when all
demands are satisfied.
Premium HMI Control Panel The system monitors and maintains the compartment
(Optional) temperature, the engine block temperature, and battery charge
levels at a point where quick, easy starts are possible.
The Premium HMI Control Panel is available as an option that
replaces the Standard HMI Control Panel. It is used operate the
unit and display unit information. It also provides access to all Unit Protection Devices
the controller functions and menus.
Battery Fuse: The battery fuse is a 60 amp fuse that protects
the 2 circuit. It is located in a fuse holder in the 2 wire near the
CYCLE-SENTRY™ Start/Stop battery.
System Fuses: A number of fuses are used. Sizes and functions are
The CYCLE-SENTRY Start/Stop fuel saving system provides described in the Specifications section of this manual.
optimum operating economy.

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High Pressure Cutout Switch (HPCO): This normally Preheat Buzzer: The preheat buzzer sounds when the
closed switch monitors the discharge pressure at the CYCLE-SENTRYTM system energizes the glow plugs. This
compressor. It opens on high discharge pressure to shut the unit should warn anyone near the unit that the CYCLE-SENTRYTM
down to prevent damage. system is about to start the diesel engine.
Low Oil Level Sensor: The low oil level sensor detects if Electric Motor Overload Relay: The overload relay
the oil drops below a certain level. If it stays below that level protects the electric standby motor. The overload relay opens
for a specified time, the microprocessor will shut the unit down the circuit from the contactor to the electric motor if the motor
and record alarm code 66 (normal code when changing oil). overloads for any reason and an alarm will occur. The relay
Compressor Temperature Sensor: This sensor provides resets when the alarm code is cleared.
a compressor temperature input to the microprocessor. If the
compressor temperature is too high, the controller stops the
unit and records an alarm.
Coolant Temperature Sensor: This sensor provides an
engine coolant temperature input to the microprocessor. If the
engine coolant temperature is too high, the controller stops the
unit and records an alarm.
Engine Oil Pressure Switch/Sensor: This switch
provides an engine oil pressure input to the microprocessor. If
the oil pressure falls below 10 ± 2 psig (69 ± 14 kPa), engine
shutdown will occur.

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Unit Component Identification

Figure 12: UT-1280 Front View

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1 2 3 4 5

1. Accumulator 4. Compressor
2. Receiver Tank 5. Condenser/Radiator Coil
3. Filter/Drier 6. Fuel Filter/Water Separator
Figure 13: UT-1280 Components, Front and Side Views (Panels Removed)

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2
1
AMA756

1. Compressor Pulley 3. Engine Clutch

2. Electric Motor Pulley
UT-1280 Components, Rear View (Panels Removed)

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1 2

2
3

1. Oil Fill Location

2. Oil Level Dipstick 1. Overflow Tank Cap
3. Oil Filter 2. Expansion Tank Cap

Figure 14: Engine Oil Service Locations Figure 15: Expansion Tank Service Locations

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SR-3 Truck HMI Controller • The SR-3 Standard Truck HMI Control Panel consists of a
display and nine touch-sensitive keys.
The SR-3 Standard Truck HMI (Human/Machine Interface)
Control Panel is supplied as standard equipment on SR-3 • The display is capable of showing numbers and lighting
Single Temperature Truck applications. It is used to operate the several icons. It does not display text, thereby making it
unit and display some unit information. The SR-3 Standard suitable for use with any language.
Truck HMI Control Panel communicates with the base • Amber indicator LED's are located next to each of the four
controller via the CAN (Controller Area Network) bus. The function keys below the display. The LED will light when
SR-3 Standard Truck HMI Control Panel is typically located in that function is active.
the vehicle driver's compartment. It may be located in the truck
• A red indicator LED is located between the ON Key and
dashboard using a DIN mount or under the dashboard using an
OFF Key. This indicator will glow if Alarm Code 91
under dash mounting kit.
Check Electric Ready Input occurs. It will also glow if a
15 pin Thermo King data cable is connected to the serial
port on the back of the controller (DPD).

Controller Features
• Displays Box Temperature and Setpoint in Fahrenheit or
Celsius
Figure 16: SR-3 Truck HMI Controller
• Displays Engine Running and Motor Running Hourmeters

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• Changes Setpoint
• Selects and Indicates CYCLE-SENTRY or Continuous
Mode Operation
• Selects and Indicates High Speed Lock-Out Operation
• Initiates and Indicates a Defrost Cycle
• Indicates an Alarm Condition Exists, Displays and Clears
Alarms Figure 17: Display
• Initiates and Indicates a Pretrip Test The upper row of numbers can display the Box Temperature,
• Sends a Start of Trip to the ServiceWatch data logger. Engine Run Time Hourmeter or Alarm Code(s).
• Changes Display Brightness The lower row of numbers can display the Setpoint, Electric
Run Time Hourmeter or Total Number of Alarms.
• Shows HMI Control Panel Serial Number and Software
Revision. The meaning of the display icons are shown in the following
page.
Display
The display presents information to the operator. This
information includes setpoint and box temperature, hourmeter
readings, alarms and several icons as shown below. All display
segments and icons are shown in Figure 17.

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When this Alarm Icon is present one or

When this icon is present the upper
more alarm conditions have occurred. If
display is showing the actual box
the display is not flashing any alarms
temperature inside the truck box.
are Check Alarms. If the display is
flashing on and off a shutdown alarm
has occurred and the unit has been shut
When this icon is present the lower
down. Immediate action must be taken.
display is showing the current setpoint.

Keys and LED Indicators

There are nine touch sensitive keys. Some of these keys have
When this icon is present the upper more than one function as shown in Figure 18.
display is showing the diesel engine run
time.

When this icon is present the lower

display is showing the electric motor run
time (if the unit equipped with optional
ELECTRIC STANDBY). Figure 18: Keys and LED Indicators

There are amber indicator LED's located next to each of the

four function keys below the display. The LED will glow
amber when that function is active.

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A red indicator LED is located between the ON Key and OFF The primary and secondary key uses are shown in the table
Key at the left side of the display. This indicator will glow if below. If the key has more than one use the primary use is
Alarm Code 91 Check Electric Ready Input occurs. It will also shown first.
light if a 15 pin Thermo King data cable is connected to the
serial port on the back of the controller (DPD).
ON Key
Pressing the ON Key will turn the unit on.
Secondary Use - When the unit is on, pressing this key and the PRETRIP Key at the same time will
display any alarm codes that are present.
Secondary Use - When the unit is on, pressing and holding this key allows the UP ARROW Key and
DOWN ARROW Key to increase or decrease the display brightness.
Secondary Use - When the unit is on, pressing this key will return to the Standard Display of box
temperature and setpoint.
POWER OFF Key
Pressing the OFF Key will turn the unit off.

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UP ARROW Key
When the unit is turned on and the Standard Display is shown, pressing the UP ARROW Key will
increase the setpoint.
Secondary Use - When alarms are being displayed, pressing this key will scroll thru the alarms (if
more than one alarm is present).
Secondary Use - While holding ON Key down with the unit turned on, pressing this key will increase
the display brightness (Low, Medium, High).
DOWN ARROW Key
When the unit is turned on and the Standard Display is shown, pressing the DOWN ARROW Key will
decrease the setpoint.
Secondary Use - While holding ON Key down with the unit turned on, pressing this key will decrease
the display brightness (High, Medium, Low).
ENTER Key
If the setpoint has been changed using the UP ARROW Key and/or DOWN ARROW Key, pressing
the ENTER Key enters the setpoint into the base controllers memory.
Secondary Use - When alarms are being displayed, pressing this key will clear the alarm shown on
the display.
Secondary Use - When the unit is turned on, press and hold this key for 5 seconds to send a Start of
Trip (SOT) to the data logger.

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CYCLE-SENTRY/Continuous Key
If the unit is turned on and is in Continuous Mode, pressing the CYCLE-SENTRY/CONTINUOUS Key
will switch operation to CYCLE-SENTRY Mode and the amber LED indictor will glow. If the unit is
running in CYCLE-SENTRY Mode, pressing this key will switch operation to Continuous Mode and
the amber LED will turn off.
HIGH SPEED LOCK-OUT Key
If the unit is turned on, pressing the HIGH SPEED LOCK-OUT Key will activate High Speed Lock-Out.
The unit will switch to low speed operation and the amber LED indictor will glow. No further high
speed operation is allowed until this feature is turned off. Unit may automatically return to high speed
operation after a programmed time limit if timer feature is enabled.This feature is typically used in
noise sensitive areas to reduce unit noise.
NOTE: The HIGH SPEED LOCK-OUT Key is only used when the unit is operating in Diesel Mode.
The HIGH SPEED LOCK-OUT Key does not have any effect in Electric Mode operation.
DEFROST Key
If the unit is turned on, pressing the DEFROST Key will initiate a manual defrost cycle if conditions
allow. If the evaporator coil temperature less than 45 F (7 C) the unit will enter a defrost cycle. The
amber LED will flash while the defrost cycle is initialized and will glow during the defrost cycle. The
defrost cycle will terminate automatically and the amber LED will turn off when the evaporator coil
temperature is greater than 52 F (11 C). To manually terminate a defrost cycle turn the unit off and
back on.

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PRETRIP TEST Key

Pressing and holding the PRETRIP TEST Key for 5 seconds will initiate either a Full Pretrip Test or
Engine Running Pretrip Test so long as no alarm conditions exist. If the Alarm Icon is glowing, record
and clear the alarms before starting the Pretrip Test.
Press and hold the PRETRIP TEST Key for 5 seconds. If the unit is not running when the PRETRIP
TEST Key is pressed the unit will perform a Full Pretrip that includes circuit amps and running system
checks. If the unit is running when the PRETRIP TEST Key is pressed the unit will perform the
running system checks only. The amber LED may flash while the Pretrip Test is initialized and will
glow steady while the Pretrip Test is running. When the Pretrip Test is complete the amber LED will
turn off.
• If there are no alarm codes set when the Pretrip Test is complete, the unit passed.
• If there are alarm codes set when the Pretrip Test is complete, the unit failed. Check and correct the
alarm conditions and repeat the test.
• If a shutdown alarm occurred, Alarm Code 28 Pretrip Abort will be set and the unit will be shut
down. Check and correct the alarm conditions and repeat the test.
Secondary Use - When the unit is turned off press and hold this key for 5 seconds to show the HMI
Control Panel Serial Number (in the upper display) and the HMI Control Panel Software Revision (in
the lower display).

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Turning the Unit On and Off Then the unit running time hourmeters are shown for 30
seconds. The diesel engine run time hours and Diesel Icon are
IMPORTANT: Verify the Base Controller On/Off Switch is shown in the upper display. If the optional Electric Standby
turned on before turning on the HMI Control Panel. The Feature is installed, the electric motor run time hours and
Base Controller On/Off switch is located on the outside of the Electric Icon appear in the lower display as shown in Figure
control box side of the unit. 20.
If the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel is turned on and the A Full Pretrip Test is initiated from this display by pressing and
Base Controller On/Off Switch is turned off, the HMI display holding the Pretrip Key as shown later in this section.
screen will flash on and off.
The unit is turned on by pressing the ON Key and off by
pressing the OFF Key. When the ON Key is pressed the display
briefly shows dashes as the display initializes.
IMPORTANT: If the display flashes on and off continuously
when the ON Key is pressed, check to make sure the Base
Controller On/Off switch is in the ON position.

Figure 20: Electric Motor Run Time Hours

and Electric Icon

Figure 19: Keys and LED Indicators

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When the unit is ready to run the Standard Display of box

temperature and setpoint appears. The box temperature and
Box Temp Icon are shown in the upper display. The setpoint
and Setpoint Icon are shown in the lower display. The box
temperature shown in Figure 21 is 35.8 F (2.1 C) with a 35 F
(1.6 C) setpoint.

Figure 22: ON Key

The Standard Display

The Standard Display is the default display that appears if no
other display function is selected. The Standard Display shows
the box temperature and setpoint. The box temperature is that
Figure 21: Standard Display of Box temperature and measured by the return air sensor. The box temperature and
Setpoint Box Temperature Icon are shown in the upper display. The
setpoint and Setpoint Icon are shown in the lower display. The
Pressing the OFF Key stops unit operation. The unit shuts box temperature in Figure 23 is 35.8 F (2.1 C) with a 35 F (1.6
down immediately and the display goes blank. To start the unit C) setpoint.
again, press the ON Key, shown in Figure 22.

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When the desired setpoint has been selected using the UP

ARROW Key or DOWN ARROW Key, the ENTER Key must
be pressed to confirm and load the new setpoint.
• If the setpoint is changed using the UP ARROW Key and
DOWN ARROW Key, the setpoint display will begin to
flash 10 seconds after the last press of the UP ARROW or
DOWN ARROW key as a reminder to press the ENTER
Figure 23: Standard Display Key.
• The setpoint display will flash for 10 additional seconds. If
Changing the Setpoint at the end of this time the ENTER Key still has not been
pressed to complete the setpoint change, the setpoint will
From the Standard Display, press the UP ARROW Key and/or return to the old setpoint and Alarm Code 127 Setpoint
DOWN ARROW Key until the desired setpoint is shown. In Not Entered will be set. The Alarm Icon will appear in the
Figure 24 the setpoint has been increased to 40 F (4.4 C) using display.
the UP ARROW Key.

Figure 24: UP ARROW Key

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Figure 25: ENTER Key Figure 26: Alarm Icon and Setpoint

The new setpoint of 40 F (4.4 C) will remain on the display Notice that the setpoint has returned to the old setpoint of 35 F
after the ENTER Key has been pressed. (1.6 C) and the Alarm Icon has lighted indicating that Alarm
Code 127 Setpoint Not Entered is set.
Failure to confirm the new setpoint by pressing the ENTER
Key within 20 seconds of changing the setpoint will result in IMPORTANT: If the setpoint is changed using the UP
no setpoint change. In addition, Alarm Code 127 Setpoint Not ARROW Key or DOWN ARROW Key, the change must be
Entered is set, to indicate that the setpoint change was started confirmed by pressing the ENTER Key within 20 seconds of
but was not completed. changing the setpoint.
• If the ENTER Key is pressed, the setpoint change made
with the UP ARROW Key and/or DOWN ARROW Key is
accepted, the setpoint is changed, and the display returns
to the Standard Display showing the new setpoint.

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• If the ENTER Key is not pressed within 20seconds of When the engine is preparing to start, the SR-3 Standard Truck
making a change with the UP ARROW Key and/or HMI Control Panel will continue to display the Standard
DOWN ARROW Key, the setpoint is not changed and the Display as shown in Figure 27. The preheat buzzer at the unit
display returns to the Setpoint Display showing the old (located on the unit Interface Board) sounds during the engine
setpoint. Alarm Code 127 Setpoint Not Entered is set and pre-heat and crank sequence.
the Alarm Icon will appear on the display, to indicate that
the setpoint change was started but not completed.

Starting the Diesel Engine

Diesel engine preheats and starts are automatic in both
Continuous Mode and CYCLE-SENTRY Mode. The engine
will preheat and start as required when the unit is turned on.
The engine pre-heat and start sequence will be delayed in Figure 27: Standard Display
Cycle Sentry mode if there is no current need for the engine to
run. Starting the Electric Motor
NOTE: If the unit is equipped with optional Electric Standby Units equipped with the Electric Standby option only
there may be some additional prompts before the engine will
start. See STARTING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR on the Electric motor starting is automatic in both Continuous Mode
following pages for details. and CYCLE-SENTRY Mode. The motor will start as required
CAUTION: The engine may start automatically any time the when the unit is turned on in Standby Mode and standby power
unit is turned on. is connected.
WARNING: Never use starting fluid.

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CAUTION: The motor may start automatically any time the Switching from Diesel to Electric
unit is turned on.
IMPORTANT: Applies to units with the Electric Standby
When the motor is preparing to start, the SR-3 Standard Truck Option only. The operation of this feature can be changed
HMI Control Panel will continue to show the Standard Display using the Guarded Access Menu. See the Guarded Access /
as shown in Figure 28. The preheat buzzer at the unit (located Unit Configuration Menu / Diesel to Electric Auto Switch
on the unit Interface Board) sounds for 20 seconds before the Enabled feature in Section 3 of the Diagnostic Manual for
electric motor starts. details. The Diesel to Electric Auto Switch Enabled feature
should be set YES on units equipped with the Standard Truck
HMI Control panel.
Diesel to Electric Auto Switch Enabled set YES
(Default): If this feature is set YES, the unit will switch
automatically from Diesel Mode to Electric Mode when
standby power is connected and present.
Diesel to Electric Auto Switch Enabled set NO: The
Figure 28: Standard Display
Diesel to Electric Auto Switch Enabled feature should not be
set NO on units equipped with the Standard Truck HMI
Control panel.

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Switching from Electric to Diesel Key will glow, the Alarm Icon will glow and the box
temperature and setpoint displays will disappear as shown in
IMPORTANT: Applies to units with the Electric Standby Figure 29.
Option only. The operation of this feature can be changed
using the Guarded Access Menu. See the Guarded Access /
Unit Configuration Menu / Electric to Diesel Auto Switch
Enabled feature in the Diagnostic Manual.
Electric to Diesel Auto Switch Enabled feature set
YES: If this feature is set YES, the unit will switch
automatically from Electric Mode to Diesel Mode when
standby power is removed or fails.
Figure 29: Alarm Icon
Electric to Diesel Auto Switch Enabled feature set NO
(Default) : If the unit is operating in Electric Mode and Alarm Code 91 Check Electric Ready Input will be cleared and
standby power is disconnected or fails, the unit will not the unit will restart automatically if power is restored.
automatically switch to Diesel mode. This is primarily Pressing the ON Key will clear Alarm Code 91 Check Electric
designed to prevent unauthorized diesel engine starts when the Ready Input and turn the unit back on in Diesel Mode. If unit
truck is indoors or on a ferry where engine operation is strictly operation is required, the diesel engine will start as shown
prohibited. previously in STARTING THE DIESEL ENGINE.
If the unit is operating in Electric Mode and standby power is
disconnected or fails, Alarm Code 91 Check Electric Ready
Input will be set. The red LED between the ON key and OFF

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Figure 30: Press ON Key Figure 31: Display, Preferred Method for Manually
Switching from Electric Mode to Diesel Mode
Preferred Method for Manually Switching 4. Press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel ON Key
from Electric Mode to Diesel Mode again to clear Alarm Code 91 Check Electric Ready Input
1. Press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel OFF Key to and turn the unit back on in Diesel Mode.
turn the unit off. IMPORTANT: When the display shown in Figure 31 is
2. Turn off the standby power and disconnect the cord. present, do not press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel
OFF Key to turn the unit off. Press the Standard Truck HMI
3. Press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel ON Key to Control Panel ON Key again to clear Alarm Code 91 Check
turn the unit on. The Hourmeters display will briefly Electric Ready Input and turn the unit back on in Diesel
appear and then the screen will appear as shown in Figure Mode.
31.
If the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel OFF Key is pressed
when the display shown in Figure 31 is present, the unit will
turn off and the display will be blank.

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To restart the unit in Diesel Mode, proceed as follows: CYCLE-SENTRY Mode or Continuous Mode is selected by
• Press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel ON Key. The pressing the CYCLE-SENTRY/CONTINUOUS Key when the
Hourmeters display and a blinking Alarm Icon will appear. unit is turned on. If the unit is running in Continuous Mode,
pressing this key will switch operation to CYCLE-SENTRY
• When the Hourmeters display and a blinking Alarm Icon Mode and the amber LED indicator will glow. If the unit is
is shown, press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel ON running in CYCLE-SENTRY Mode, pressing this key will
Key again. The display will go blank but the blinking switch operation to Continuous Mode and the amber LED will
Alarm Icon will remain on and blinking. turn off.
• When the display goes blank and the blinking Alarm Icon The unit shown in Figure 32 is running in CYCLE-SENTRY
is shown, press the Standard Truck HMI Control Panel ON Mode.
Key again. The box temperature and setpoint will appear,
the blinking Alarm Icon will disappear and the unit will
start in Diesel Mode.

Selecting CYCLE-SENTRY or
Continuous Mode
When CYCLE-SENTRY mode is selected the unit will start
and stop automatically to maintain setpoint, keep the engine Figure 32: CYCLE-SENTRY/Continuous Key
warm and the battery charged. When Continuous Mode is CAUTION: The engine may start automatically any time the
selected, the unit starts automatically and runs continuously to unit is turned on.
maintain setpoint and to provide constant airflow throughout
the truck box.

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CAUTION: If the unit is in CYCLE-SENTRY null and the IMPORTANT: HIGH SPEED LOCKOUT TIMER: If High
mode is switched to Continuous Mode, the unit will start Speed Lockout Mode is selected, the High Speed Inhibit
automatically. Timeout feature may be enabled to return the unit to normal
operation after a set time period has expired. This prevents
unintended extended operation with high speed operation
Selecting the High Speed locked out. The time period may be set from 15 minutes to 2
Lock-Out Feature hours. If a time period is set and exceeded, the unit will
return to normal operation with high speed operation allowed
If the High Speed Lock-Out feature is enabled and turned on,
and the amber LED indicator will turn off. If necessary to
the unit will run only in low speed until the High Speed
return to High Speed Lockout Mode, press the HIGH
Lock-Out feature is turned off or the High Speed Lockout
SPEED LOCKOUT Key again.
Timer is exceeded. This feature is typically used in noise
sensitive areas to reduce unit engine noise. The unit shown in Figure 33 has High Speed Lockout turned
on.
High Speed Lock-Out is turned on or off by pressing the HIGH
.
SPEED LOCKOUT Key when the unit is turned on. Pressing
this key will turn High Speed Lock-Out on, pressing it again
will turn High Speed Lockout off. If High Speed Lockout is
turned on, unit will switch to low speed operation and the
amber LED indicator will glow. No further high speed
operation is allowed until this feature is turned off or the High
Speed Lockout Timer is exceeded.
Figure 33: HIGH SPEED LOCKOUT Key

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Initiating a Manual Defrost Cycle IMPORTANT: During the defrost cycle, the box temperature
will rise toward 50 F (10 C). This is normal and is caused by
Defrost cycles are usually initiated automatically based on time the defrost cycle warming the evaporator coil. Since the
or demand. Manual defrost may also be available. Defrost is damper door is closed during the defrost cycle, this warm air
only available if the unit is running and the evaporator coil is not allowed to pass into the truck box.
temperature is less than 45 F (7 C). Other features such as door
switch settings may not allow manual defrost under some
conditions.
To initiate a manual defrost cycle, press the DEFROST Key as
shown in Figure 34. If conditions allow, the unit will enter a
defrost cycle and the amber LED next to the DEFROST Key
will glow.
Figure 35: Box temperature will rise toward
50 F (10 C)

Terminating a Defrost Cycle

The defrost cycle terminates automatically when the coil
temperature is greater than or equal to 52 F (11 C) or the
maximum defrost timer expires. Alarm code 14, Defrost
Figure 34: DEFROST Key Terminated by Time, will generate if the maximum defrost

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time is exceeded. When the defrost cycle is completed the Displaying Alarm Codes
amber LED next to the DEFROST Key will turn off. Defrost
Alarms are displayed by simultaneously pressing and holding
can also be terminated by turning the unit off and back on.
the ON Key and PRETRIP TEST Key. The alarm display will
appear as shown below. The upper display shown in Figure 37
Alarms indicates that Alarm Code 127 Setpoint Not Entered has been
set. The lower display indicates that only one alarm code
exists.
Alarm Code Notification
If an alarm condition occurs, the Alarm Icon will appear on the
display. If the alarm is a Check Alarm, the Alarm Icon will turn
on but the unit will continue to run. If the alarm is a Shutdown
Alarm, the Alarm Icon and the display will flash on and off and
the unit will shut down.
.

Figure 37: ON and PRETRIP TEST Keys

If more than one alarm code has been set, they are displayed
with the most recent alarm shown first. Use the UP ARROW
Key to scroll through the alarms.

Figure 36: Alarm Icon

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Clearing Alarm Codes

After the alarm situation is resolved, press the ENTER Key to
clear the alarm code currently being shown. When all alarms
have been cleared the display will show all zeros to indicate
that no alarm codes exist.

Figure 39: Standard Display

Important Alarm Notes

• All alarms must be viewed before any of the alarms can be
cleared.
Figure 38: ENTER Key • If an alarm will not clear, it may still exist. If the alarm is
not corrected, it will not clear or may be immediately set
The display will return to the Standard Display about 30 again.
seconds after all alarms have been cleared.
• Some alarms cannot be cleared using the Standard Truck
HMI Control Panel. These alarms must be cleared by
maintenance personnel from the Maintenance or Guarded
Access Menus.

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• Alarm Code 91 Check Electric Ready Input is cleared by Pretrip Test

turning the unit off and back on. See SWITCHING FROM
ELECTRIC TO DIESEL in this section. A Pretrip Test verifies unit operation. The PRETRIP Key
allows either a Full Pretrip Test or an Engine Running Pretrip
Test to be initiated by the operator.
Sending a ServiceWatch Data
Logger Start of Trip Pretrip Test Conditions
When the unit is turned on, press and hold the ENTER Key for • The current unit settings are saved and restored at the end
5 seconds to send a Start of Trip (SOT) marker to the unit of the Pretrip Test or if the unit is turned off and back on.
ServiceWatch Data Logger and the optional DAS Data Logger
• The Pretrip Test can be run in either Diesel or Electric
(if equipped).
Mode.
• The unit will auto switch from Diesel Mode to Electric
Mode or from Electric Mode to Diesel Mode during a
Pretrip Test if these features are enabled and the auto
switch conditions occur.

Conditions where Pretrip Tests are

Figure 40: ENTER Key not allowed
• Pretrip Tests are not allowed if any shutdown alarms are
present.

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• Pretrip tests are allowed with some Check and Log alarms • Report Test Results - The test results are reported when the
present. Pretrip Test is completed. If the Pretrip Test fails, alarm
codes will exist to direct the technician to the source of the
Pretrip Test Sequence problem.

Pretrip tests proceed in the order shown below.

Engine Running Pretrip Test
Full Pretrip Test Engine Running Pretrip Tests include all of the tests shown
below. They do not include the Amps Check or the Engine
Full Pretrip Tests include all of the tests shown below. Start tests.
• Amp Checks - Each electrical control component is • Defrost - If the coil temperature is below 45 F (7 C), a
energized and the current drawn is confirmed as within defrost cycle is initiated.
specification.
• RPM Check - The engine RPM in high and low speed is
• Engine Start - The Engine will start automatically. checked during the Cool Check.
• Defrost - If the coil temperature is below 45 F (7 C), a • Cool Check - The ability of the unit to cool in low speed is
defrost cycle is initiated. checked.
• RPM Check - The engine RPM in high and low speed is • Heat Check - The ability of the unit to heat in low speed is
checked during the Cool Check. checked.
• Cool Check - The ability of the unit to cool in low speed is • Report Test Results - The test results are reported when the
checked. Pretrip Test is completed. If the Pretrip Test fails, alarm
• Heat Check - The ability of the unit to heat in low speed is codes will exist to direct the technician to the source of the
checked. problem.

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Pretrip Test Considerations Performing a Pretrip Test

When performing a Pretrip Test, the following issues should be
considered. Starting a Pretrip Test
• Whenever possible, run the Pretrip Test with an empty The Full Pretrip Test must be started with the unit not running.
truck box. Turn the unit on and clear all alarm codes. Turn the unit off.
• If running a Pretrip Test on a truck loaded with dry cargo, Turn the unit on and wait for the unit running time hourmeters
insure that proper airflow can occur around the load. If the to be shown on the display. When the unit running time
load restricts airflow, false test results may occur. Also, hourmeters are shown on the display, press and hold the
units have high refrigeration capacity which results in PRETRIP Key for 5 seconds.
rapid temperature change. Sensitive dry cargo may be
damaged as a result.
• If running a Pretrip Test on a truck that has just been
washed down, the extremely high humidity inside the
truck box may result in false test results.
• If running a Pretrip Test on a truck loaded with sensitive
cargo, monitor the load temperature during the test as
Figure 41: Pretrip Test
normal temperature control is suspended during pre-trip
operation. • A flashing Pretrip LED indicates that the Pretrip Test is
• Always perform Pretrip Tests with the cargo doors closed being initialized. When the Pretrip Test starts, the Pretrip
to prevent false test results. LED will glow steady amber. The display will show the
Standard Display.

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• The Amps Check Test will be preformed and then the unit With the unit running, press and hold the PRETRIP
will start automatically. The balance of the tests will be Key for 5 seconds.
completed.
• The Pretrip Test will take about 20 - 30 minutes,
depending on conditions.
IMPORTANT: The box temperature will vary during the
Pretrip Test. This is normal operation.
• When the Pretrip Test is complete or if a Shutdown Alarm
occurs, the amber Pretrip LED will turn off.
Figure 42: PRETRIP Key
• Stopping a Pretrip Test: To stop a Pretrip Test at any time,
press the POWER OFF Key to turn the unit off. This will • A flashing Pretrip LED indicates that the Pretrip Test is
generate Alarm Code 28 Pretrip Abort. Other alarm codes being initialized. When the Pretrip Test starts, the Pretrip
may also be generated. This is normal when the Pretrip LED will glow steady amber to indicate the test is in
Test is halted before completion. progress. The display will show the Standard Display.
• The Pretrip Test will take about 20 - 25 minutes,
Starting a Engine Running Pretrip Test depending on conditions.
The Engine Running Pretrip Test must be started with the unit IMPORTANT: The box temperature will vary during the
running. Turn the unit on and clear all alarm codes. Allow the Pretrip Test. This is normal operation.
unit to start. When the Pretrip Test is complete or if a Shutdown Alarm
occurs, the amber Pretrip LED will turn off.

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Stopping a Pretrip Test: To stop a Pretrip Test at any time, • The amber Pretrip Test LED will turn off at the completion
press the POWER OFF Key to turn the unit off. This will of the test, but the Alarm Icon will remain lit. This
generate Alarm Code 28 Pretrip Abort. Other alarm codes may indicates that one or more Check Alarm conditions
also be generated. This is normal when the Pretrip Test is occurred during the Pretrip Test. More than one alarm may
halted before completion. be present.
• View and record the alarm(s), correct as necessary, clear
Pretrip Test Results the alarm(s) and repeat the Pretrip Test.

Pass Pretrip Test Fail Pretrip Test with Shutdown Alarms

• If the unit passes the Pretrip Test, the amber Pretrip Test • If the unit fails the Pretrip Test with a Shutdown alarm, the
LED will turn off at the completion of the test and the unit Alarm Icon will appear when the alarm condition occurs,
will continue to run as required. This signifies that the unit the unit will immediately shut down and the amber Pretrip
passed the Pretrip Test. Test LED will turn off.
• The Pretrip Test will be aborted.
Fail Pretrip Test with Check Alarms
• Alarm Code 28 Pretrip Abort will be set along with the
• If the unit fails the Pretrip Test with Check alarms, the Shutdown Alarm that was detected. This signifies that a
Alarm Icon will appear when the alarm condition occurs. Shutdown Alarm occurred during the Pretrip Test and that
The Pretrip Test will continue to run unless a Shutdown the test was aborted. Other alarms may also be present.
Alarm occurs.
• View and record the alarm(s), correct as necessary, clear
the alarm(s) and repeat the Pretrip Test.

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Display Brightness
The brightness of the SR-3 Standard Truck HMI Control Panel
display can be adjusted to allow for changing ambient light
conditions. The choices available to the operator are HIGH,
MEDIUM and LOW.
To change the display brightness press and hold the ON key
then press the UP ARROW Key to increase display brightness
and the DOWN ARROW Key to decrease display brightness.

Figure 43: ON Key, UP/DOWN Arrow Keys

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Electric Standby Operation
Model 50 units are equipped with Electric Standby. This Electric Power Receptacle
feature allows the unit to operate on electric power as well as
be powered by the standard diesel engine. The electric power receptacle is used to connect the unit to an
appropriate electric power source for electric standby
During Electric Standby operation, power to the unit is operation. Turn the unit OFF before connecting or
supplied by an electric motor connected to a high voltage disconnecting the power cord.
power source. Check the unit for proper power source ratings.

WARNING: Units equipped with electric standby can

start at any time when the unit is connected to live
electric power and the controller is turned on.

CAUTION: Always turn the electric power supply off

when handling, connecting, or disconnecting high
voltage power cords.

NOTE: The Model 50 control system automatically

determines if diesel or electric power is desired.
See “Starting the Electric Motor” in the Unit Operation chapter
of this manual Figure 44: Model 50 Power Receptacle Box

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Loading and Enroute Inspections
Thermo King refrigeration units are designed to maintain the 4. Pre-cool the cargo compartment. Adjust the setpoint to the
required temperature for the product being carried during its desired cargo temperature and allow the unit to run a
time in transit. Because of the unit’s unique design, special care minimum of 30 to 60 minutes (longer if possible) before
is required during loading to prevent cargo spoilage. loading. Check to be certain the setpoint temperature is
correct for the cargo.

Pre-Loading Inspection Pre-cooling before loading will remove residual heat and
moisture from the cargo compartment and prepare it to
1. Inspect all door seals, including vent doors, for condition receive the refrigerated load. Pre-cooling also provides a
and a tight seal with no air leakage. good test of the refrigeration system.
2. Inspect the cargo compartment inside and out for damaged 5. Make sure products are pre-cooled to the proper
or loose skin and insulation. temperature before loading. Any variance should be noted
3. Inspect the inside of the cargo compartment for damaged on the manifest.
walls, air ducts, floor channels or “T” flooring, clogged 6. Supervise product loading to make sure that there is
defrost drain tubes, and clogged or damaged floor sufficient air space around and through the load so air flow
channels which could block the air return, creating is not restricted.
isolated areas in the load that are warmer than the desired
temperature.

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Inspecting the Load 3. While inspecting to see that the cargo is loaded properly,
make sure the evaporator inlets and outlets are not
Never assume that the product has been loaded properly. Watch blocked.
for and perform the following tasks. It takes only a few
minutes and could save you or your employer considerable 4. Close or supervise the closing of the cargo compartment
time and money later on. doors. Make sure they are securely locked.

1. Make sure the unit is off before opening the cargo 5. Check to make sure the unit setpoint is set at the desired
compartment doors. During operation, the unit blows out temperature as listed on the manifest.
refrigerated air, and draws in outside air. 6. If the unit was stopped, restart using the appropriate
NOTE: The unit can be run with the doors open if the starting procedure outlined in this manual.
truck is backed into a refrigerated warehouse with tight 7. Repeat the after-start inspection.
door seals.
8. Defrost the unit 30 minutes after loading by starting a
2. Perform a final check of the load temperature. If the load manual defrost cycle.
is too hot or too cold, make a final notation on the
manifest.

CAUTION: Make sure cargo is pre-cooled to the

proper temperature before loading. The unit is
designed to maintain temperature, not cool an
above-temperature load.

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Enroute Inspections c. The evaporator is plugged with frost. Initiate a manual

defrost cycle. The defrost cycle will be automatically
NOTE: Enroute inspections are recommended every four terminated.
hours for the prevention of damage to the cargo.
d. Improper air circulation within the cargo
1. Note the setpoint to make certain no one has altered the compartment. Inspect the cargo compartment (if
setting since picking up the load. possible) to determine if the evaporator fans are
2. Note the return air temperature reading. It should be working and properly circulating the air. Poor air
within the desired temperature range. If the return air circulation can be due to improper loading of the
temperature reading is not within the desired temperature cargo or shifting of the load.
range, it indicates one of the following:
WARNING: The unit may START automatically AT
a. The unit has not had sufficient time to pull down the ANY TIME while it is turned ON. Make sure to turn
temperature. Refer to log, if possible, for history of the unit OFF before opening unit doors or inspecting
load (for example, above temperature load, properly any part of the unit.
pre-cooled cargo compartment, length of time on
road). e. The unit did not start automatically. If the unit
cranked without starting, determine and correct the
b. The unit is in defrost or has just completed defrost. cause for not starting.
NOTE: You can cancel defrost by turning the unit off,
then restarting the unit.

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f. The unit may have a low refrigerant charge. If liquid

CAUTION: Stop the unit if the compartment
is not showing in the unit receiver tank sight glass, the
temperature remains outside the desired temperature
refrigerant charge may be low. Adding refrigerant or
range from the setpoint on two consecutive 30 minute
repairing the refrigeration system requires a
inspections. Contact the nearest Thermo King
competent mechanic. Refer such problems to the
Service Center or your company office immediately.
nearest Thermo King dealer or authorized Service
Take all necessary steps to protect and maintain
Center, or call the Thermo King Cold Line telephone
proper load temperature.
number shown on the inside back cover of this
manual for referral. 3. Initiate a Manual Defrost cycle after each Enroute
NOTE: If the temperature in the compartment is not Inspection.
within the desired temperature range, repeat the Enroute
Inspection every 30 minutes until the compartment
temperature comes within the desired temperature range.

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Specifications
Engine
Model TK380U (Tier 4)
Fuel Type Diesel Fuel must conform to EN 590
No. 2 Diesel fuel under normal conditions
No. 1 Diesel fuel is acceptable cold weather fuel
Oil Capacity: Crankcase & Oil Filter 10.2 quarts (9.7 liters)
w/Bypass Oil Filter 11.5 quarts (10.9 liters) Fill to full mark on dipstick
Oil Type API Classification CI-4 or better
(ACEA Rating E3 or better for Europe)
Oil Viscosity 14 F to 122 F (-10 C to 50 C): SAE 15W-40 (Synthetic)
5 to 104 F (-15 to 40 C): SAE 15W-40
5 to 104 F (-15 to 40 C): SAE 10W-30 (Synthetic or Synthetic
Blend)
-13 to 104 F (-25 to 40 C): SAE 10W-40
-13 to 86 F (-25 to 30 C): SAE 10W-30
-22 to 122 F (-30 to 50 C): SAE 5W-40 (Synthetic)
Below -22 F (-30 C): SAE 0W-30 (Synthetic)

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Engine (Continued)
Engine Thermostat 160 F (71 C)
Engine Coolant Type
ELC (Extended Life Coolant), which is “RED”
Use a 50/50 concentration of any of the following equivalents:
Chevron Dex-Cool
Texaco ELC
Havoline Dex-Cool®
Havoline XLC for Europe
Shell Dexcool®
Shell Rotella
Saturn/General Motors Dex-Cool®
Caterpillar ELC
Detroit Diesel POWERCOOL® Plus

CAUTION: Do not add “GREEN” or “BLUE-GREEN” conventional coolant to cooling systems using “RED”
Extended Life Coolant, except in an emergency. If conventional coolant is added to Extended Life Coolant,
the coolant must be changed after 2 years instead of 5 years.
Coolant System Capacity 5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) with overflow tank
Coolant Expansion Tank Cap Pressure 15 psig (103 kPa)

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Specifications

Belt Tension
NOTE: Use belt tension gauge TK P/N 204-427 or Frequency Gauge TK P/N 204-1903 whenever possible to
check belt tension. New belts should be tensioned cold and tensioned cold again after 10 hours of unit
operation.
Belt Tension No. on TK Gauge P/N 204-427
Engine/Electric Motor 75 ± 5
Compressor/Electric Motor 75 ± 5
Electric Motor/Alternator 55 ± 5
Water Pump/Engine 40

Refrigeration System
Compressor Model TK06 Scroll 6 HP
Refrigerant Charge
Approximately 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) R-404A

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 Specifications

Electrical Control System

Control System Voltage 12.5 Vdc (nominal)
Battery 12 Volt, AHr Rating - 75 AHrs, 640 Cold Cranking Amps at 0 F
(-18 C) (ENCCA)
Battery Charging System 12 volt, 120 amp, brush type, Thermo King alternator

Fuses
Fuse Size Function
F2 15A Power to On/Off Switch
F3 40A Fuel Sol Pull-In/Starter Circuit
None No Fuse - All Bosch and Thermo King Alternators
F4
2A 2A Fuse - All Prestolite Alternators
F5 40A Preheat Circuit
F6 15A High Speed Circuit
F7 2A 8XP Circuit - Controller On Feedback to HMI

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Specifications

Fuses (Continued)
Fuse Size Function
F8 5A 2A Power to CAN Connector J12
F9 5A 2A Power to CAN Connector J14
F10 10A 8X Power (Install fuse in right position)
F12 5A 2A Power to CAN Connector J13
F13 2A 8FC Circuit (Remote Status Light/Optional Power)
F20 2A Alternator Sense
F21 60A Main Fuse (2 Circuit)
F25 7.5A HPCO Switch Circuit
F26 5A Power to CAN Connector J98
F4 Remove fuse F4 for units with Australian Bosch or Thermo King Alternators. Install fuse F4 for units with
Prestolite Alternator.
F10 When fuse F10 is installed in the right position the On/Off keys on the HMI turn the unit on and off. When fuse
F10 is installed in the left position the unit will start and run without the HMI control panel.

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 Specifications

Electric Motor and Overload Relay

Voltage/Phase/Frequency Horsepower Kilowatts rpm Full Load Overload Relay
(amps) Setting (amps)
208/3/60 12 8.9 1735 31.4 32
230/3/60 12 8.9 1750 28.8 32
460/3/60 12 8.9 1750 14.4 16

Standby Power Requirements

Supply Circuit Breaker:
200-230/3/50-60 50 amps
380-460/3/50-60 20 amps
Extension Cord Size: Up to 25 ft (7.6 m)—10 gauge
50 to 75 ft (15.2 to 22.9 m)—8 gauge

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Maintenance Inspection Schedule
A closely followed maintenance program will help to keep After first week of operation:
your Thermo King unit in top operating condition. The • Check belt tension.
following general schedule is provided to assist in monitoring
that maintenance. • Tighten unit mounting bolts.
For more specific detail, see the maintenance manual for your • Check coolant level.
unit and to the PreTrip Inspection chapter in this manual. • Check refrigerant oil level.
• Check refrigerant level.

Pretrip 750 Annual Inspect/Service These Items

Hours 2,000
Hours
Microprocessor
• Run pretrip test (see “Pretrip Test” in Operating Instructions Chapter).
TK380U Engine
• Check fuel supply.
• Check engine oil level.

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 Maintenance Inspection Schedule

Pretrip 750 Annual Inspect/Service These Items

Hours 2,000
Hours
• • • Check engine coolant level.

(CAUTION: Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot.)

• • • Inspect belts for condition and proper tension.

• • • Check engine oil pressure hot, on high speed.
• • • Listen for unusual noises, vibrations, etc.
• Change engine oil (hot). (2000 hrs with bypass filter or synthetic oil).
• • Change oil filters.
• • Clean and service crankcase breather.
• • Drain water from fuel tank and check vent.
• • Replace fuel filter
• • Replace dry type air cleaner element.
• • Inspect/clean electric fuel pump filter.
• • Check air cleaner hose for damage.

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Maintenance Inspection Schedule

Pretrip 750 Annual Inspect/Service These Items

Hours 2,000
Hours
— Check that engine coolant antifreeze protection is at –30 F (–34 C) every 1,000
hours or 6 months year (whichever occurs first).
— Adjust engine valve clearance every 1,000 hours.
• Check and adjust engine speeds.
• Check condition of engine mounts.
• Check restraining mount (snubber) pre-load adjustment.
— Clean and test fuel injection nozzles every 3,000 hours.
— Replace fuel return lines between fuel injection nozzles every 10,000 hours or
sooner, as required.
— Change ELC (red) engine coolant every 5 years or 12,000 hours.

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 Maintenance Inspection Schedule

Pretrip 750 Annual Inspect/Service These Items

Hours 2,000
Hours
Refrigeration
• • • Check refrigerant level and compressor oil condition.
• • • Check for proper suction pressure.
• Check throttling valve regulating pressure on defrost.
• Check compressor oil level.
• Check compressor efficiency and pump down refrigeration system.
• Replace dehydrator and check discharge and suction pressure.
*Replace compressor oil filter when refrigeration system work is performed.

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Maintenance Inspection Schedule

Pretrip 750 Annual Inspect/Service These Items

Hours 2,000
Hours
Electrical
• Check controller for alarms.
• Run pretrip test
• Check battery voltage.
• • Inspect/clean battery terminals and check electrolyte level.
• • Inspect wire harness for damaged wires or connections.
• Check DC (battery charging) alternator bearings and brushes.*
• Inspect electric motor bearings.*

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 Maintenance Inspection Schedule

Pretrip 750 Annual Inspect/Service These Items

Hours 2,000
Hours
Structural
• • • Check for oil, fuel, coolant and refrigerant leaks.
• • • Visually inspect unit for damaged, loose or broken parts (includes air ducts and
bulkheads).
• • Inspect tapered roller bearing idlers for leakage and bearing wear (noise).
• • Check and clean evaporator and condenser coils.
• • Clean defrost drains.
• • Check all unit and fuel tank mounting bolts, brackets, lines, hoses, etc.
• Inspect clutch.*
*NOTE: With belt removed, spin bearings by hand. Listen for noise (bearings roll freely).

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Serial Number Locations
Write the unit model and unit serial number in the spaces
provided in the following Emergency Cold Line chapter. This
information is needed to service the unit.

AMA832

Figure 45: Engine Serial Number Location Figure 46: Compressor Serial Number Location

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 Serial Number Locations

Figure 48: Laminated Unit Serial Number Plate

Figure 47: Unit Serial Number Plate Location Figure 49: Refrigerant Type Label

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 Recover Refrigerant
At Thermo King, we recognize the need to preserve the environment
and limit the potential harm to the ozone layer that can result from
allowing refrigerant to escape into the atmosphere.

We strictly adhere to a policy that promotes the recovery and limits

the loss of refrigerant into the atmosphere.

In addition, service personnel must be aware of Federal regulations

concerning the use of refrigerants and the certification of technicians.
For additional information on regulations and technician certification
programs, contact your local THERMO KING dealer.

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Emergency Cold Line
The answering service will assist you in reaching a dealer to
get the help you need. The Cold Line is answered 24 hours a
day by personnel who will do their best to get you quick
service at an authorized Thermo King Dealer.

AMA1585

If you can’t get your rig rolling, and you have tried the Thermo
King North American Service Directory (available from any
Thermo King dealer) to reach a dealer without success, then
call the Toll Free Emergency Cold Line Number
(888) 887-2202.

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 California
Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel exhaust is a chemical known to
the State of California to cause cancer.

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Warranty
Terms of the Thermo King Warranty are available on request.
Please reference document TK 50047 for the Thermo King
Self-Powered Truck Unit Warranty.

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Truck Edition
UT-1280
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