Thermo King MagnumPlus Operator's Manual

Operator's manual for the Thermo King MagnumPlus transport refrigeration unit covering safety, specifications, operation, and troubleshooting.


Thermo King MagnumPlus Operator's Manual - cover page
Brand
Thermo King
Category
Refrigerators
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
40
File format
PDF
File size
968 KB
Published
10 November, 2026
Updated
10 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
1AC1BFF1B47688F1883BF463439E7534

About this manual

The manual provides safety instructions, unit inspection guidelines, and detailed specifications for the MagnumPlus refrigeration unit. It includes electrical precautions, first aid procedures, and decal identification.

The document also covers controller operation, operating theory, troubleshooting with alarm codes, and a declaration section. Specifications include net cooling capacity, evaporator airflow, compressor and fan motor data, and heater rod details.

What's inside

  • Safety Instructions
  • Unit Inspection
  • Specifications
  • Unit Description
  • Controller Description
  • Operating Theory
  • Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
  • Declaration

Specifications

Net Cooling Capacity at 21.1°C (70°F)56,700 BTU/hr (16.603 kW) at 60 Hz, power consumption 11.55 kW
Net Cooling Capacity at -17.8°C (0°F)24,785 BTU/hr (7.258 kW) at 60 Hz, power consumption 7.57 kW
Evaporator Airflow at 0 mm static pressure (high speed)6,560 m³/hr (3,860 ft³/min) at 460V 60 Hz
Compressor Motor4.48 kW (6.0 hp) at 460V 60 Hz, 3550 RPM, locked rotor amps 70 A
Evaporator Fan Motors0.75 kW (1.0 hp) each at 460V 60 Hz, high speed 3450 RPM, low speed 1725 RPM
Electrical Resistance Heater RodsNormal: 6 rods (18 ga) at 680 W each; Extended: 3 rods (16 ga) at 2000 W each
Control Circuit Voltage29 Vac @ 60 Hz

Frequently asked questions

What safety precautions should be taken when working with the refrigeration unit's electrical system?

Disconnect the power cord before repairing electrical components; even with the controller off, one phase remains live. Use insulated tools and never work alone on high voltage circuits.

How do you initiate a manual defrost on the MagnumPlus controller?

The manual includes a section on initiating a manual defrost via the controller operating menu.

What is the control circuit voltage for the MagnumPlus unit?

The control circuit voltage is 29 Vac at 60 Hz.

Where can the serial numbers be found on the unit?

Serial numbers are on the component nameplates: electric motor nameplate on motor housing, compressor nameplate on front of compressor, unit nameplate on unit frame in power cord storage compartment, and MP-4000 controller nameplate on top of controller.

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