R4222, R4228, R8222, R8228 Switching
Relays
PRODUCT DATA
THE R4222, R8222, R4228 AND R8228 are general purpose
relays for use in refrigeration and air conditioning equipment,
SPECIFICATIONS
appliances, vending machines, and other applications
requiring general purpose switching. IMPORTANT
The specifications given in this publication do not
• R4222 and R8222 contacts are available for Powerpile include normal manufacturing tolerances. There-
(millivoltage), pilot duty, and power pole applications. fore, this unit may not match the listed specifica-
• R4228 and R8228 have power rated contacts only. tions exactly. Also, this product is tested and
• R4222 and R4228 models have line voltage (120, 208/240, calibrated under closely controlled conditions, and
277, or 480 Vac) coils. R8222 and R8228 models have low some minor differences in performance can be
voltage (24 Vac) coils. expected if those conditions are changed.
• Models available with a variety of switching
configurations. Models:
• Laminated magnet construction for high efficiency. R4222-General purpose relay: 120, 208/240, 277, and 480
• Contacts rated for voltages up to 600 Vac. Vac coil.
• Molded terminal numbers and circuit diagram on top of R8222-General purpose relay: 24 Vac coil.
relay provide easy identification for wiring and checking Contact Ratings:
system operation. Power Pole (amperes per pole)-
• Relay constructed for high reliability. R4228-Heavy-duty general purpose relay: 120, 208/240, 277,
• Quick-connect terminals are standard; double quick- and 480 Vac coil.
connects available on coil terminals. R8228-Heavy-duty general purpose relay: 24 Vac coil.
Pilot Duty Poles for R4222 and R8222 Only:
Minimum-3 VA at 24,120, and 480 Vac.
Maximum-25 VA at 24 Vac, 125 VA at 120, 240, and 480 Vac.
Resistive-3 A at 277 Vac (0.75 power factor).
Powerpile (millivoltage) for R4222 and R8222 Only:
Power Pole (amperes per pole)-
The normally open pilot duty contacts are rated for Powerpile
(millivoltage) applications-0.25 A at 0.25 to 12 Vdc.
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R4222,R8222C 120 Vac 208 Vac 240 Vac 277 Vac 480 Vac
Inductive
Full load 12 6 6 6 3
Locked rotor 60 35 35 35 18
Resistive
A and C Modelsb 20.8 20.8 20.8 20.8 10
(equivalent resistive power) (2.5 kW) (4.3 kW) (5.0 kW) (5.7 kW) (4.8 kW)
All others b 15 15 15 15 10
a
Combined Ratings for A and C Models
Resistive 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 6.25
(equivalent resistive power) (1.5 kW) (2.6 kW) (3.0 kW) (3.4 kW) (3.0 kW)
Inductive +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL +2.1 AFL
10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR +5.0 ALR
Horsepower 3/4 hp 3/4 hp 3/4 hp 3/4 hp 3/4 hp
a Combined ratings indicate that both a resistive and inductive load can be operated by each pole.
b
Also rated 5 amp resistive at 600 volts.
c Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and CSA approved tor 50 cycle applications.
R4228A,B; R8228A,B 120 Vac 208 Vac 240 Vac 277 Vac 480 Vac
Inductive
Full load 18 18 18 12 5
Locked rotor 72 72 72 72 30
Resistivea 25 25 25 25 15
(equivalent resistive power) (3.0 kW) (5.2 kW) (6.0 kW) (6.9 kW) (7.2 kW)
Horsepower 1 hp 2 hp 2 hp 2 hp 1.5 hp
R4228C,D; R8228C,D 120 Vac 208 Vac 240 Vac 277 Vac 480 Vac
Inductive
Full load 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 3.0
Locked rotor 15 15 15 15 8
Resistivea 25 25 25 25 12.5
(equivalent resistive power) (3.0 kW) (5.2 kW) (6.0 kW) (6.9 kW) (6.0 kW)
Combined Ratingsb
Resistive 20.8 20.8 20.8 20.8 10.4
(equivalent resistive power) (2.5 kW) (4.3 kW) (5.0 kW) (5.6 kW) (5.0 kW)
Inductive +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL +4.2 AFL
10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR 10.0 ALR
R4228E; R8228E 120 Vac 208 Vac 240 Vac 277 Vac 480 Vac
Inductive
Full load 16 — 18 5 5
Locked rotor 96 — 72 30 30
Resistivea 25 — 25 25 15
a
Also rated 10 A resistive at 600 V.
b
combined ratings indicate that both a resistive and an inductive load can be operated by each pole.
COIL RATINGS: All coils meet Underwriters Laboratories Inc. requirements for Class B coils. If coil voltages other than those
listed below are desired, contact your local Resideo representative for additional information.
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Coil Ratings 24 V 120 V 208/240 V 277 V 480 V
DC Resistive 9.5 ohms 232 ohms 875 ohms 1385 ohms 3600 ohms
9.25 ohmsb
Pickup Voltage (maximum)a 18 V 96 V 176 V 220 V 384 V
Pickup Voltage (nominal) 16 ± 2 V 80 ± 10 V 150 ± 20 V 190 ± 30 V 330 ± 40 V
Inrush VA (maximum) 20 VA 20 VA 20 VA 20 VA 20 VA
Inrush VA (nominal) 17.0 VA 17.0 VA 13.5 VA / 18.5 VA 17.8 VA 17 VA
17.7 VAb
Sealed VA (maximum) 10 VA 10 VA 10 VA 10 VA 10 VA
Sealed VA (nominal) 9 VA 9 VA 6.7 VA / 9.2 VA 9.7 VA 9 VA
9.5 VAb
Sealed Amps (nominal) 0.375 A 0.075 A 0.032 A / 0.038 A 0.034 A 0.019 A
0.400 Ab
Sealed Wattage 5.0 W 5.4 W 3.6 W / 5 W 5.5 W 5.5 W
5.3 Wb
Admittance (open) 0.029 0.0012 0.0003 0.0002 0.00007
0.031b
(sealed) 0.016 0.0006 0.00015 0.00012 0.00004
0.016b
a
Voltages listed are for the relay base mounted vertical. With the terminals pointing down, pickup voltage is increased by 12
percent.
b R8222D,G,J,N,R,T,V only.
NOTE: Pickup voltage varies with pole form. Specific models will have lower tolerance than shown above.
Terminals: Quick-connects are provided as shown:
1-41/64 (42) 2-3/64 (52)
Number of Quick-Connects
Model Terminals Single Double
R4222 & R8222 Coil Std. Opt.
1-55/64
Load Std. — (47)
R4228 & R8228E Coil — Std.
R4228A,B & Load — Std.
R8228A,B 2-7/64 (54) 2-1/4 (57)
R4228C,D & Load Std. — 2-3/8 (60)
R8228C,D M27454A
Mounting: Use 2 screws (up to No. 10 size) through holes in Fig. 1. Relay Dimensions in in. (mm in brackets).
the metal base. Base is designed for easy replacement of SWITCHING CONFIGURATIONS
competitive relays. The following tables give switching configurations, contact
Ambient Temperature Range: -20 F [-29 C] to 155 F [68 C]. ratings, and terminal designations for the switching relays.
For example, the R4222A is a spst switching relay with
Dimensions: See Fig. 1. normally open power rated contacts. The R4222K is a spst
relay with normally open contacts rated for pilot duty
applications. Electrical connections to the A and K models
would be made to terminals 1 and 3.
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Table 2. R4222, R8222
Table 1. R4228, R8228 R4222 or R8222
R4228 or Model Suffix
R8228 Model Switching Power Pilot Duty
Switching Suffix Power Configuration Terminals Rated Rated
Configuration Terminals Rated Only
SPDT and SPST,
SPST, N.O. N.O.
(double quick- A 1 H S
connects)
SPDT,
(double quick- SPDT and SPST,
connects) N.C.
B
J T
SPST, N.O.
C
3 DPST N.O.
DPST, N.O. (one power and 3 †U
one pilot duty)
3 D 4 6
4 6 DPDT
SPST, N.C. (one power and 3
E one pilot duty) 1
†V
3 2
4
Table 2. R4222, R8222
SPDT and SPST,
R4222 or R8222
N.O. (one power
Model Suffix
and one pilot 1 †W
Switching Power Pilot Duty duty)
Configuration Terminals Rated Rated
4
SPST, N.O.
A K SPDT and SPST,
3 N.O. (one power
SPDT and one pilot †Y
duty) 4
B L
1
DPST, N.O. DPST, N.C.
3 C M †Z
4 6
DPDT
† Models with suffix letters U,V,W,Y and Z have power rated
1 contacts on silver colored terminals and pilot duty rated
D N contacts on brass colored terminals.
6
4
5
SPST, N.C.
E P
2
DPST, 1-N.O.
and 1-N.C. 1 F Q
4 5
DPST, N.C.
2 G R
4 5
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Accessories used (0.012 inch (0.305 mm] preferred). The maxi-
1. 129384A Case and Cover Assembly. mum permissible dimension between the rolls is
2. 4074BVJ Receptacle with 8 color-coded plug-in lead- 0.115 inch [2.92 mm]. These requirements are met
wires and retaining bail, for panel mounting applica- by AMP, Inc. Faston "250" series terminal No.
tions; see Fig. 2. 42100-1 quickconnects or equivalent.
3. Q633A1003-4 x 4 plate-mounted relay receptacle with
metal relay cover and 8 color-coded plug-in leadwires. 5. 135887 Wire Bail only.
6. 137881A Adapters for converting 1/4 inch [6.4 mm]
NOTE: quick-connects to No. 6 screw terminals (bag of eight).
a. Use the receptacle in applications within the cur-
rent carrying rating of the wire size and quick-con- Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Component Recognized:
nect terminal being used. R4222 and R8222 models: A to H,J,U,V,W,Y,Z; File No. E59779;
b. The receptacle will accept relays with double quick- Guide No. NLDX2.
connect terminals. R4222 and R8222 models: K,L,M,N,P,Q,R,S,T; File No. E49809;
Guide No. NKCR2.
4. 135959 Receptacle only. Leads and quick-connect ter- R4228 and R8228 models: A,B,C,D,E; File No. E59779; Guide
minals are not supplied with the receptacle. No. NLDX2.
NOTE: Not all standard quick-connect terminals will be Canadian Standards Association Component Certified:
adequately retained in this receptacle. It is recom- R4222 and R8222: File No. LR35066; Guide No. 184-N-13.13.
mended that a quick-connect terminal with 0.016 R4228 and R8228: File No. LR35066; Guide No. 184-N-13.13.
inch [0.406 mm] maximum material thickness be
1 9/32 (32.5)
3/16 [4.8]
1/4 (6.4) DIA. (2)
1/4 (6.4) R (2)
RELAY SIDE PANEL
2
SIDE
RECEPTACLE
MOUNTING
HOLE (2)
3788D
Fig. 2. Dimensions of Wiring Receptacle
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INSTALLATION Leadwires are provided with the 135959 Receptacle in
4074BVJ Bag Assembly for additional relay pole positions.
Insert the required leadwires in the relay receptacle as
WHEN INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT ... follows.
1. Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow
them could damage the product or cause a hazardous Determine the leadwire colors required for the relay and
condition. application desired. Push the leadwire terminal into the
2. Check the ratings given in the instructions and on the receptacle plate from the side stamped with the numbers
product to make sure the product is suitable for your (Fig. 5). When inserting the leadwire, the tang on the quick-
application. connect terminal must align with the small clearance slot in
3. Installer must be a trained, experienced service techni- the terminal opening. Press the terminal in until it locks in
cian. place.
4. After installation is complete, check out product opera-
tion as provided in these instructions.
CAUTION
Disconnect power supply before beginning RETAINING BAIL
installation to prevent electrical shock or equipment
damage.
Location
Mount the relay on a flat, solid surface as close as possible to
the equipment being controlled. The relay may be mounted in
any position except with the terminals pointed down. Secure
in place with two screws through holes or slots in the
mounting base or as shown in Fig. 3 or 4. See Fig. 1 for RECEPTACLE
mounting dimensions. PANEL
SHEAR
FORMED TAB
R8222 RELAY
M38693
Fig. 4. Relay Mounting using Receptacle and Retaining Bail.
RED
LEADWIRE RED BLU
3
COIL
6
SCREW
5
2
BRN
CONTACTOR YEL
BASE
COIL
M5513A
1
BLACK BLUE
Fig. 3. Mounting Relay on Panel with Shear Formed Tab and LEADWIRE BLK BLU
LEADWIRES
One Screw. VIO
Wiring VIO
BLU
Disconnect power supply before connecting wiring to avoid
electrical shock or equipment damage.
RECEPTACLE
All wiring must comply with local codes and ordinances. CLEARANCE SLOT
Crimp female quick-connects to the system wires and attach VIOLET
TANG
to the male quick-connect terminals of the relay. The relay LEADWIRE QUICK CONNECT
has molded terminal numbers and circuit diagram for easy TERMINAL ON
identification when wiring. Fig. 6 shows the location and LEADWIRE M38694
circuits of all models.
Fig. 5. Bottom of 135959 Receptacle Showing Leadwire
Do not exceed contact and coil ratings when wiring into Installation.
system.
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CHECKOUT
Operate the relay and controlled equipment to make sure that relay pulls in when the coil is energized and that controlled
equipment operates as intended.
1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
2 2 2 2
4 6 4 6 4 6 4 6
5 5 5 5
COIL COIL COIL COIL
R4222A,K/R8222A,K R4222B,L/R8222B,L R4222C,M,U/R8222C,M,U R4222D,N,V/R8222D,N,V
SPST, NORMALLY OPEN SPDT DPST, NORMALLY OPEN DPDT
1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
2 2 2 2
4 6 4 6 4 6 4 6
5 5 5 5
COIL COIL COIL COIL
R4222E,P/R822E,P R4222F,Q/R8222F,Q R4222G,R/R8222G,R R4222H,S,W/R8222H,S,W
SPST, NORMALLY CLOSED DPST, ONE NORMALLY OPEN DPST, NORMALLY CLOSED SPDT AND SPST,
AND ONE NORMALLY CLOSED NORMALLY OPEN
(EXCEPT FOR R4222Q1097 WHICH
HAS REVERSE TERMINAL
IDENTIFICATION
1-2 IS N.C. 4-5 IS N.O.)
1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
2 2 2 2
4 6 4 6 4 6 4 6
5 5 5 5
COIL COIL COIL COIL
R4222J,T/R8222J,T R4222Y/R8222Y R8222Z R4228A/R8228A
SPDT AND SPST, SPDT AND SPST, DPST, NORMALLY CLOSED SPST, NORMALLY OPEN
NORMALLY CLOSED NORMALLY OPEN (DOUBLE QUICK CONNECT)
1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
2 2 2 2
4 6 4 6 4 6 4 6
5 5 5 5
COIL COIL COIL COIL
R4228B/R8228B R4228C/R8228C R4228D/R8228D R4228E/R8228E
SPDT, SPST, NORMALLY OPEN DPST, NORMALLY OPEN SPST, NORMALLY CLOSED
(DOUBLE QUICK CONNECT) M38695
Fig. 6. R4222/R8222, R4228/R8228 Circuit and Terminal Designation.
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