Carrier TechLINE Newsletters

TechLINE newsletter features technical information and tips on the Operation, Maintenance and Repair of Carrier's Container and Power Generation equipment.

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November 2019 Issue

Micro-Link 5
Purge Mode
NaturaLINE Low Refrigerant Check
XtendFRESH Alarm 96 Troubleshooting
Global Training

November 2018 Issue

PrimeLINE ONE Container
Genset Battery Charger
NaturaLINE CO₂ Refrigerant
Genset Voltage Controller
Auto Cold Treatment clarification
Micro-Link 3 USB Adapter
ContainerLINK app Update
Global Training
MPR Parts
Trip Start Definition
Software Release Update

July 2018 Issue

TripWise Option for PrimeLINE & PrimeLINE units with EDGE Technology
Humidity Sensor Location
Humidity Sensor Troubleshooting
PrimeLINE R-513A Ready Unit
ContainerLINK App
XtendFRESH Operator Guide
Q3/Q4 2018 Global Training
NaturaLINE Parts / Tools
Software Release Update

November 2017 Issue

TechLINE Academy
XtendFRESH Alarm Troubleshooting
Alarm 23 Troubleshooting
Battery Charger Troubleshooting
NaturaLINE VFD
Solenoid Valve Positioning
XtendFRESH Heater Checkout
Software Release Update
Q1/Q2 2018 Global Training

July 2017 Issue

4 Tier Service Center Network
GDP (Good Distribution Practice)
PrimeLINE P6-5 Test
NaturaLINE Update
Tier 4 Generator Troubleshooting
Technician Certification
Q3/Q4, 2017 Global Training
Software Release Update

November 2016 Issue

XtendFRESH Enhancements
PrimeLINE P8-1 Software Update
ML3 Controller / ERR1 / ERR2
LED Display Change
DataCorder Event
Q1/Q2 2017 Global Training
Introduction of Online Training
Carrier CareMAX Provider
Software Release Update

June 2016 Issue

Micro-LINK Analyzer
XtendFRESH O₂ Sensor
XtendFRESH Curtain
Tools Catalog
DataLINE / USB /Com Port
Tier 4 Genset Troubleshooting
Warranty Documents
Global Training Schedule
Software Release Update

November 2015 Issue

FuelWise Power-saving Option
Interrogation Port Caps
Pre-Trip Using Genset
PrimeLINE Pressure Transducer
NT Start Logic
Tier 4 Genset (50Hz / 60Hz)
Micro-Link 3 Controller Field Software
Mobile Manual Additions
Global Training Schedule
Upper VPS / Repair Kit
Software Release Update

June 2015 Issue

Mobile Manual
Fuel Filter Bowl (RG/UG)
PrimeLINE with EDGE Dual Speed Condenser Motor
TechLINE Articles
2015 Global Training Schedule
Software Release Update

November 2014 Issue

“Mobile Friendly” Manuals
XtendFRESH™ Box Check
Micro-Link® 3 Green Label Controller
Old Controller Message
XtendFRESH™ Alarms 62,07
Condenser Motor Limp Home
UVPS Setting Selection
Return Material Tag
Updating Bootloader Software
XtendFRESH™ Pre-Trip
XtendFRESH™ (prior to servicing)
Software Release Update

June 2014 Issue

Online Alarm APP
CareMAX™ program
Tier 4 Genset Troubleshooting
Heater Troubleshooting
PrimeLINE® Unit Humidity Sensor Troubleshooting
Trouble Shooting P6-7 (DUV/DLV) / Updated
Software Release Update

December 2013 Issue

Training Registration
Tier 4 PowerLINE® Genset
XtendFRESH™
Pre-trip P6-5
SALT ASSAULT
Software Release Update

June 2013 Issue

NEW Look ThinLINE® and PrimeLINE® units
NaturaLINE™ unit
Evaporator Motor Adapter
Unit Model Number Configuration
ERR1 Reminder (software)
Software Release Update

November 2012 Issue

TechFact - Alarm 24
TechFact - PCMCIA Card Battery
TechFact - Software Release Updates / Training
TechFAQ - Genset Battery Charger
TechFAQ - Fuel Additive

July 2012 Issue

TechFact - CO₂ Refrigerant
TechFact - Transducer Troubleshooting
TechFact - Refrigerant Quality Awareness
TechFact - WCC Sight Glass Replacement
TechFact - DAL86 / DAL87
TechFact - HotLINE / Technical Support
TechFact - CA Controller Programming
TechTip - DataBANK® Downloading

December 2011 Issue

TechFact - Container Product Matrix
TechFact - Refrigeration System Evacuation and Dehydration
TechFact - Software Release Update
TechFact - Safety First “General Practices”
TechFact - Code Select 59 (PL Pump Down)
TechFact - Err1 Service Bulletin

July 2011 Issue

TechFact - WebClaim™ Filing Enhancement
TechFact - Emergency Manual Bypass Procedure for PrimeLINE® Units
TechFact - Upper VPS Operation and Repair
TechFact - Software Release Update
TechFact - 2011 Training
TechFAQ - Genset Startup

December 2010 Issue

TechFact - Carrier Audits
TechFact - Evaportator Section Cleaning
TechFact - ThinLINE® Unit DPRV Removal
TechFact - Software Release Update
TechFAQ - Genset Dual-Speed Kit
TechFAQ - Motor / Controller Replacement
TechFAQ - Controller Battery Replacement
TechTip - Out of Range Alarm

August 2010 Issue

TechFact - ThinLINE® Unit DPRV Removal
TechFact - Product Update – Recip Comp SG
TechFact - Product Update – SMV
TechFact - Product Update – EEV
TechFact - Defrost Pulsing Logic
TechFact - Software Release Update
TechFAQ - PrimeLINE^® Unit Trouble-shooting
TechFAQ - 2010 Training
TechFAQt - Trouble-shooting Tier 4i Engine Control Module

2009 3rd / 4th Quarter Issue

TechFact - Tier 4i Engine Speed
TechFact - Software Release
Feature Article - TechLINE Historical Reference
TechFAQ - DataCorder Storage
TechFAQ - 2010 Training
TechFAQ - Troubleshooting P6-6 (EliteLINE^®)

2009 1st / 2nd Quarter Issue

TechFact - eAutoFresh CO₂ Sensor Zero calibration
TechFact - Pass It Along
TechFact - Software Release
Feature Article - Alarms List
TechFAQ - Using USDA and Cargo Probes
TechFAQ - 2009 Training
TechFAQ - Electronic Expansion Valve

2008 3rd / 4th Quarter Issue

TechFact - Probe Check Logic
TechFact - PrimeLine^® LIV
TechFact - Parts Return (10X Goal)
TechFact - Omnidrive for Vista
TechFact - AL06 Enhancement
TechFact - Unit Runtime
TechFact - Software Release
Feature Article - Dual Speed Genset
TechFAQ - DataLine Acronyms
TechFact - Training

2008 1st / 2nd Quarter Issue

TechTip - Software Update
TechFact - Tier 4i Engine
TechFact - Container ID and Real Time Clock
TechFact - Software Release Update
TechFact - Pretrip Startup
TechFact - P5-10,11,12 (Humidity Sensor)
Feature Article - Quest
Feature Article - eAutoFresh™
TechFAQ - Heater Megohm Reading

2007 3rd / 4th Quarter Issue

TechTip - Software
TechFact - Automated Setpoint Change
TechFact - Automated Cold Treatment
TechFact - Battery Pack
TechFact - Pressure Transducer
TechFact - Unit Startup
Feature Article - PrimeLINE™
TechFAQ - Controller Status LED
TechFAQ - Low Coolant Sensor

2006 3rd / 4th Quarter Issue

PoziDrive screwdrivers
3 Phase Motors - Note - Correct Part number for 3 phase Evaporator motors is 54-006125-20, original file incorrectly stated 616-20
BioDiesel Fuels
2007 School schedule
EliteLINE® Training video
ThinLINE® Dual Temp Units
Scroll comp. Part number history
Evaporator Motor 54-00585-20
Heater Megger Ohm