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Which condenser fan motor does a York ZF 3–6 ton or Predator DH rooftop use?

A York 3 to 5 ton ZF rooftop uses one 24 in. direct-drive propeller fan on one 1/2 HP, 1090 RPM condenser fan motor, per York form 697890-YIM-C-0213 (ZF036 to ZF072, 60 Hz). The 6.5 to 12.5 ton Predator DH078 to DH150 line uses two 24 in. fans, with 1/3 HP motors on the DH078, DH090 and DH102 and 3/4 HP motors on the DH120 and DH150 (form 246646-YTG-C-0606). Match voltage, rotation and shaft to the motor nameplate before you order.

What condenser fan does a York 3 to 6 ton ZF rooftop use?

The physical data table in form 697890-YIM-C-0213 lists the condenser fan for the 3 to 5 ton models like this:

Model Fans Diameter Type / drive Motor HP (each) Motor RPM
ZF036 (3 ton) 1 24 in. Propeller, direct drive, 1 speed 1/2 1090
ZF048 (4 ton) 1 24 in. Propeller, direct drive, 1 speed 1/2 1090
ZF060 (5 ton) 1 24 in. Propeller, direct drive, 1 speed 1/2 1090

The later ZF036 to ZF072 manual, form 5188244-YIM-B-1016, lists the same 24 in. fan and 1/2 HP motor. For the ZF072 it shows two motor types: 1100 RPM (ECM) on cooling-only and electric heat units, and 1090 RPM (PSC) on gas heat units. So a 6-ton unit may not take the same motor as a 3-ton. Check the nameplate.

What current does the condenser fan motor draw on a J03ZF to J05ZF?

For the J-code ZF line, the electrical data table (Table 7) in form 697946-JIM-C-0213 (J03ZF and up, 60 Hz) gives the outdoor fan motor full load amps, each:

Models Unit voltage OD fan motor FLA (each)
J03, J04, J05 208-1-60, 230-1-60, 208-3-60, 230-3-60 2.3 A
J03, J04, J05 460-3-60 1.3 A
J03, J04 575-3-60 1.3 A

The two condenser fan motors listed on the store's J03ZF page are titled as single-phase motors, one 230V and one 460V. Match the York part number and voltage on the old motor's nameplate, not just the unit voltage.

What condenser fans does a York Predator DH rooftop use?

Table 2 (DH physical data) in Predator technical guide 246646-YTG-C-0606 lists two condenser fans on every DH model:

Model Fans Propeller diameter (each) Motor HP (each)
DH078 (6.5 ton) 2 24 in. 1/3
DH090 (7.5 ton) 2 24 in. 1/3
DH102 (8.5 ton) 2 24 in. 1/3
DH120 (10 ton) 2 24 in. 3/4
DH150 (12.5 ton) 2 24 in. 3/4

The store's DH090 and DH120 pages list the fan blade, motor harness and motor mounts for these units, but not a condenser fan motor. Read the York part number off the old motor and send it to us.

When is the condenser fan supposed to be off?

Before you condemn a motor, make sure the control isn't holding it off. Form 697890-YIM-C-0213 says that when the high pressure switch, low pressure switch or freezestat opens during cooling, the unit control board shuts off the compressor, starts the anti-short cycle delay and stops the condenser fan. The compressor restarts after the delay if cooling is still called for.

The same manual describes a low ambient mode, enabled by a switch set at 45°F, in which the compressors run 10 minutes on and 5 minutes off while the indoor blower keeps running. So a fan that is not turning is not always a failed motor.

Our practical advice: on a direct-drive fan, check the blade and the mounts while the motor is out. A bent blade or a broken arm mount will kill a new motor's bearings.

Parts involved

Component Role Where to find it
Condenser fan motor, 230V 1/2 HP, 1090 RPM per its title, which matches the ZF036 to ZF060 data above. Listed on the J03ZF page. York S1-6008093 Condenser Fan Motor, 1/2 HP, 1090 RPM, clockwise, 230V 1-phase 60 Hz | OEM Source 1 Part
Condenser fan motor, 460V Same rating at 460V. Listed on the J03ZF page. York S1-6008097 Condenser Fan Motor, 1/2 HP, 1090 RPM, clockwise, 460V 1-phase 60 Hz | OEM Source 1 Part
Propeller fan, 24 in. 24 in. blade listed on the DH090, DH120 and BP120 pages. York S1-02635587000 Propeller Fan, 24 in., clockwise, 3-31, 1/2 in. Bore | OEM Source 1 Part
Condenser motor harness Plug harness listed on the DH090, DH120 and DJ180 pages. York S1-02526387017 Harness with Plug, Condenser Motor 138 in. | OEM Source 1 Part
Motor mounts Belly band bracket and motor arm mount listed on the DH090 and DH120 pages. York S1-02634756000 Mount Bracket, Motor, Belly Band | OEM Source 1 Part, York S1-02635590000 Mount, Motor Arm | OEM Source 1 Part

Which York units this applies to

  • York J03ZF parts: 3-ton rooftop. Lists both 1/2 HP condenser fan motors.
  • York J04ZF parts: 4-ton rooftop. Same fan motor FLA as the J03 in Table 7.
  • York DH060 parts: 5-ton Sunline. Type your model number to see the parts listed for it.
  • York DH090 parts: 7.5-ton Predator. Two 24 in. fans; blade, harness and mounts listed.
  • York DH120 parts: 10-ton Predator with 3/4 HP condenser motors in the technical guide.

Scope: Fan and motor data come from York form 697890-YIM-C-0213 (R-410A ZF036 to ZF072, 60 Hz), form 5188244-YIM-B-1016 (ZF036 to ZF072, 60 Hz), form 697946-JIM-C-0213 (J-code ZF, 3 to 6 ton, 60 Hz) and Predator technical guide 246646-YTG-C-0606 (DH078 to DH150). We did not have a DH060 manual. Other model years and styles may differ. The products above are shown by live title, not as a fit confirmation for your unit.

Before you order

Get the model and serial number from the unit nameplate. Then read the motor's own nameplate: York part number, HP, RPM, voltage, rotation and shaft. To confirm fit, contact us at help@totalhvacparts.com or 610-487-7999 with the model, serial and part number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What HP is the condenser fan motor on a York ZF036 to ZF060?

York form 697890-YIM-C-0213 lists one 1/2 HP, 1090 RPM direct-drive motor turning one 24 in. propeller fan on the ZF036, ZF048 and ZF060.

How many condenser fans does a York Predator DH090 have?

Two. Technical guide 246646-YTG-C-0606 lists two 24 in. propeller fans with 1/3 HP motors on the DH078, DH090 and DH102, and 3/4 HP motors on the DH120 and DH150.

What amps should a York J03ZF condenser fan motor draw?

Table 7 of form 697946-JIM-C-0213 lists 2.3 A full load for each outdoor fan motor on 208/230V units and 1.3 A on 460V units.

Why did my York rooftop condenser fan stop while the blower kept running?

Per form 697890-YIM-C-0213, the control board stops the condenser fan when the high pressure switch, low pressure switch or freezestat opens, and restarts after the anti-short cycle delay. Check for a safety trip before replacing the motor.

Sources

  • York form 697890-YIM-C-0213, R-410A ZF Series 3 to 6 ton, 60 Hz installation manual (ZF036-060 physical data; cooling operation errors and safety controls)
  • York form 5188244-YIM-B-1016, R-410A ZF Series 3 to 6 ton, 60 Hz installation manual (Table 8 physical data)
  • York form 697946-JIM-C-0213, J-code ZF Series installation manual, 60 Hz (Table 7 electrical data)
  • York form 246646-YTG-C-0606, DH 078 to 150 single package technical guide (Table 2 DH physical data)
  • Live product titles for the parts listed above, as shown on each product page, and the store's J03ZF, J04ZF, DH060, DH090 and DH120 series pages

Condenser fans start without warning and run on line voltage. Service should be performed only by qualified personnel, following York's manual for your unit and your facility's lockout/tagout procedures.

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