RED DOT UNITS RED DOT UNITS

OFF ROAD
R-9757 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
R-9757 ROOFTOP BTU’S Heating – 45,000 BTU/Hr @ 100°F (13.2 kw @ 37.8°C) air temp. rise
Cooling – 25,000 BTU/Hr with 36°F (7.3 kw with 2.2°C) refrigerant temp. and 80°F (26.7°C) wet bulb entering air
Heater/Air Conditioner Unit AIR FLOW 400 CFM (680 m3/h)
$0/4536$5*0/
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WEIGHT 135 lbs. (61kg)
AGRICULTURE
MOTORS Evaporator – One 12 VDC, three speed (24 VDC available)
Condenser – One 12 VDC low profile (24 VDC available)
The R-9757 rooftop heater/air conditioner is designed

HEATER-A/C
HEATER-A/C

with versatility and dependability in mind. In addition, this CURRENT 38.2 amps @ 13.6 VDC (includes 4 amps for A/C clutch)
unit comes with HEAT. Dependable, Red Dot has again used its many years DRAW 19.1 amps @ 27.2 VDC (includes 2 amps for A/C clutch)
of off road experience in designing the R-9757 with the most rugged and
highest quality components available.
R-9757 SYSTEM ORDERING GUIDE
R12/R-134a NOTES
UNITS R-9757-0P 12 VDC - Heater A/C
28.52
" R-9757-0-24P 24 VDC - Heater A/C
53" CONDENSER Contained in the R-9757
22.

25.9"
Low profile ceiling INSTALLATION KIT 78R1805 Refrigerant hose, fittings and hardware.
657mm plenum blends with COMPRESSOR See 75 Series Compressor section
any interior.
R12 SERVICE VALVES 75R5611 & 75R5618 Required with CCI and TECUMSEH appliacations.
R134A CHARGE FITTING 75R5681 & 75R5688 Required with CCI and TECUMSEH appliacations.
OPTIONS: CLUTCH TECUMSEH/CCI See 75 Series Clutch section
Remote Mount Filters COMPRESSOR MOUNT KIT See Compressor Mount Applications section
Must be used with OPTIONS Fresh Air Filter Box RD-3-6767-1P
In-line Booster Pressurizer Replacement Filter RD-3-6406-0P (Fresh Air Filter Box)
33.7"
857mm Horizontal: 78R5100 Paper Replacement Filter RD-3-6407-0P (Fresh Air Filter Box)
10 1⁄4” dia. x 18” long Remote Mount Filters ** 78R5100 (Horizontal)
(26.04cm x 45.27cm) 78R5110 (Vertical)
Vertical: 78R5110 Replacement Filters 78R5210 (Remote Mount)
11.8" 10 1⁄4” dia. x 23 3⁄4” long
300mm Replacement Gasket Kit RD-3-9706-0P (Gasket Kit)
(26.04cm x 50.33cm) Replacement Recirc. Filter 78R5370
In-line Booster Pressurizers In-Line Booster Pressurizers * 73R9202 (12 VDC) For use with Remote Mount Filters
73R9202 (12 VDC) 73R9204 (24 VDC)
Recirculating Air Outlet 73R9204 (24 VDC) Replacement Receiver Drier 74R2546
Air Cutout Cutouts
For use with Remote Mount Filters
7.5"
78R5100 & 78R5110 only * Booster Pressurizer Can Only Be Used With Remote Mount Filters
190mm ** Must be used with In-line Booster Pressurizer
3” Defrost Hose Sold Separately
17.0" 78R0300
430mm

7.5"
190mm
Fresh Air
Filter Box
4.0" 2.5" RD-3-6767-1P
100mm 80mm

INLINE BOOSTER PRESSURIZERS

AIR FLOW: 140 CFM (238 m3/h) with filter
= Limited to stock on hand
230 CFM (391 m3/h) free flow
WEIGHT: 7 lbs. (3 Kg)
MOTOR: one 12 VDC, single speed (24 VDC available)
CURRENT 10.2 amps @ 13.6 VDC or
Draw: 6 amps @ 27.2 VDC
INLET/OUTLET 4” inlet, 3” outlet
Size:

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 Rooftop Heater – A/C
Model R-9757 Series
R-134a Compatible

SERVICE PARTS LIST

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ITEM NOTE PART NO. DESCRIPTION CAT. NO. ITEM NOTE PART NO. DESCRIPTION CAT. NO.
1 RD-3-9093-0 HOUSING ASSY 31 RD-4366-0 COOLANT TUBE 5/8" ELBOW (2) 70R7150
2 A RD-3-9210-0 COVER ASSY 32 RD-5-6833-0 HIGH PRESSURE SWITCH 71R6120
3 B RD-3-7383-0 BLOWER / MOTOR ASSY (12V) 33 RD-3-9212-0 PLUMBING COVER ASSY
4 B RD-3-7383-1 BLOWER / MOTOR ASSY (24V) 34 RD-3-6624-0 ELECTRICAL PANEL ASSY
5 RD-5-5049-1 MOTOR (12V) 73R4422 35 RD-5-3647-0 RESISTOR 71R1450
6 RD-5-5049-2 MOTOR (24V) 73R4424 36 RD-3-4812-2 PLATE - RING ASSY
7 RD-3-7382-0 BLOWER HOUSING - LEFT 37 RD-4-5445-2 CONDENSER SUPPORT ASSY
8 RD-3-7382-1 BLOWER HOUSING - RIGHT 38 RD-4-5441-2 CONDENSER PLATE ASSY
9 RD-5-8092-0 BLOWER WHEEL - CW 73R7200 39 RD-3-4351-0 RESISTOR GUARD
10 RD-5-8092-1 BLOWER WHEEL - CCW 73R7210 40 RD-3-4814-3 PLATE - FRESH AIR
11 RD-3-7376-0 ENTRY RING (2) 41 RD-3-6960-0 GASKET - FRESH AIR PLATE
12 RD-3-3174-0 RETAINER - MOTOR 42 A RD-5-4531-24 THERMOSTAT (PART OF # 34) 71R3200
13 RD-4-5444-0 CONDENSER HOUSING ASSY 43 A RD-5-6690-0 RELAY 12V 71R1902
14 RD-4-4724-0 CONDENSER ASSY 77R0660 44 A RD-5-6917-2 CABLE CONTROL WATER VALVE
15 RD-4-4694-0 CONDENSER SCREEN 45 A RD-5-5928-0 CONTROL KNOB 71R4040
16 C RD-5-8747-4 FAN / MOTOR ASSY - 12VDC 46 A RD-5-6395-1 LOW PRESSURE SWITCH - LOW SIDE 71R6045
17 C RD-5-8747-5 FAN / MOTOR ASSY - 24VDC 47 A RD-3-6475-0 PLASTIC PLENUM
18 RD-5-8790-1 GUARD - FAN ASSY 48 A RD-4123-2 SWITCH - MODE (ON-OFF-ON) 71R0200
19 RD-4-4520-4 SIDE BAR SUPPORT - LEFT 49 A RD-5-0071-0 SWITCH - FAN (ON-ON-ON) 71R0400
20 RD-4-4520-5 SIDE BAR SUPPORT - RIGHT 50 A RD-5-7192-0 CIRCUIT BREAKER - 35AMP (12V) 71R1330
21 RD-2-2791-0 EVAPORATOR ASSY 76R6015 51 A RD-5-67814-0 CIRCUIT BREAKER - 20AMP (24V) 71R1315
22 RD-1-1379-0 HEATER CORE ASSY 76R1860 52 A RD-5-3846-0 LOUVER - 4.5" DIAMETER 72R3200
23 RD-5-6868-0 EXPANSION VALVE 71R8300 53 A RD-3-6408-0 FILTER - RECIRCULATING AIR 78R5370
24 RD-5-7272-0 RECEIVER DRIER ASSY 74R2546 54 A RD-5-6693-0 RELAY (24V) 71R1904
25 RD-3-9099-0 TUBE ASSY - NO. 6 DRIER 55 A DX-3-9095-0 WIRE HARNESS ASSY - UNIT (12V)
26 RD-3-9096-1 TUBE ASSY - NO. 6 56 A DRD-3-9095-1 WIRE HARNESS ASSY - UNIT (24V)
27 RD-3-9097-0 TUBE ASSY - NO. 6 57 A RD-3-6613-0 WIRE HARNESS ASSY - PLENUM
28 RD-3-9101-1 TUBE ASSY - NO. 8 58 RD-5-8086-0 RETAINER ASSY
29 RD-2-2156-0 REFRIG TUBE ASSY #10 O-RING 59 RD-3-6615-2 BRACKET - FITTING ASSY
30 RD-5-7760-1 WATER VALVE ASSY 72R5220 NOTES: A = NOT SHOWN B = INCLUDES MOTOR, BLOWER ASSY,
BLOWER WHEELS AND ENTRY RINGS C = 12" DIAMETER

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RD-3-9094 REV -
 Rooftop
Heater/Air Conditioner
Model R-9757
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:
1. Please read instructions all the way through, making sure you have all the parts and tools

2. While working on or around a vehicle, disconnect the battery to prevent accidental start-up or electrical
shorts

3. It has been established that R-12 refrigerant does deplete the earth’s protective ozone layer
Use care so as not to release this material into the atmosphere

4. A/C systems operate under high pressure. At 77°F the R-134A container will be pressurized to
approximately 80 psi. Use caution when working with these materials. Goggles are recommended

5. To function properly the A/C system must be clean and dry. Keep caps or protective covers on all hoses
and fittings until final assembly.

BEFORE STARTING

1. A compressor, compressor bracket, belts and refrigerant hoses are required to complete the installation.
These items may be obtained from your RED DOT Distributor.

2. The compressor must have sufficient capacity to allow the unit to deliver the rated BTU output. A 8 cubic
inch compressor turning faster than 1,750 rpm is required.

3. A fresh air filter, 78R 5000 is available for use in dusty environments. Replacement element for filter is
78R 5200. For pressurizing the cab and drawing fresh air, 78R 5110 remote mount filter is also
available with booster blower (73R 9202 - 12V or 73R 9204 - 24V).

MOUNTING THE UNIT ON CAB ROOF

1. Connect drain hose assembly as provided in the

installation kit (RD-3-7142) to the unit.
(See Figure 1)
2. Determine the location for mounting the air
conditioner unit per Red Dot template.
a. Refer to Figure 2
b. Mark the front-to-rear centerline of the
cab on the outside of the cab roof.
c. Place the mounting template on the roof
using the centerline as a guide.

DRAIN HOSE INSTALLATION

Figure 1

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 d. Ensure that air flow to the unit is not obstructed.
e. Do not mount the unit with the front lower than the rear, as this will prohibit water drainage.
f. Avoid cutting roof stiffeners if possible. If stiffeners are cut or roof is weakened due to
the cutout, reinforcement may be required.

3. Tape the template to the roof at the desired location. Mark the roof cut-out area (scribe the root).

4. Cut the roof where marked and drill the 1/2" dia. mounting holes. Remove burrs and sharp edges.

5. Clean the outside roof area around the cut-out and mounting holes using a mild solvent.

6. Apply a bead of sealant around upper surface of roof cut-out and mounting holes. Completely fill
bolt holes with silicone to ensure proper sealing. Also, place rubber washers on all mounting holes
to prevent water leakage into the cab. See Figure 2.

7. Set unit on cab.

8. Apply sealant around bolts and nuts to prevent water leakage into cab.

9. Place the reinforcing stiffeners from inside of cab against mount holes and install six bolts. Then
install 4 condenser mount bolts.
NOTE: Apply adhesive sealant to the mounting hole locations as needed.

REFRIGERANT HOSE INSTALLATION

1. Cut hose to proper length. Make cut at right angles to centerline of hose. Blow cut hose with clean
dry air after cutting to insure no foreign particles are left in hose. Install the appropriate steel bead
lock filling on the end of the hose and crimp fitting using crimper

No. 79R 1510. A #12 suction line is recommended in place of the #10 for increased cooling
capacity. Use a step up fitting to accomplish this.

2. Use 70R 4692S Fitting #10-12 (with a schrader port) on the suction line. Place low side pressure
switch (71R 6045) on #10 -#12 Ftg (w/Schrader port) near unit under plumbing cover.

3. Route hoses over the top of cab and down the back wall to the compressor. On tilt cab vehicles,
route hose to the cab pivot and then to compressor.

4. Use clamps provided to secure hoses and prevent hose movement. Hoses must not come in contact
with hot vehicle components, exhaust manifolds, etc., and they should not be subjected to
mechanical abrasions.

SECURE DRAIN HOSE

1. Secure drain tube with tie wraps. Attach to refrigerant hoses only if they run downhill properly.
NOTE: Be cautious not to over-tighten tie wraps. Otherwise the drainage may be restricted.

2. Inspect to make sure that drain tubes are not kinked, especially at back of cab.

WIRING

NOTE: a. Unit is wired for negative ground. For positive ground systems, reverse both motor
leads on condenser motor and evaporator motor.
b. Unit is internally grounded.

1. Disconnect battery.

2. Connect plenum/control panel assembly to unit connectors.

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3. Red Wire: Connect to an ignition switch supply through a 35 amp circuit breaker (20 amp/24V).

4. Black/White Wire: Connect to compressor clutch. Route the wire around the hinge point before
connecting to compressor clutch on tilt-cab installations.

5. If clutch does not engage the system may not have been charged to high enough pressure to
actuate the pressure switch. Place a jumper wire across the switch to start system.

6. See Wiring Schematic provided in installation kit (RD-3-9094).

ROOFTOP AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION

Figure 2

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 AIR DIFFUSER AND RECIRC PLENUM

1. Place cable control converter through control panel CD" hole from inside of plenum) and use control
knob provided in the kit (71R 4040) to secure it against control panel. (connect control panel wiring
to unit wiring).

2. Place the plenum assembly up to the unit and start one of the mount bolts.

3. Start the remaining bolts.

4. Tighten unit/plenum assembly bolts evenly until the plenum fits snugly against headliner and
reinforcement stiffeners.

FINAL ASSEMBLY AND CHECK

1. Evacuate the system, test for leaks and charge with R-134a. The unit requires 2.5 to 3.10 pounds
depending on hose lengths. If clutch does not engage the system may not have been charged to
high enough pressure to actuate the pressure switch. Place a jumper wire across the switch to start
system.

2. Connect the battery.

3. Turn the ignition switch to the "on" position.

a. The clutch should click on and be engaged.
b. The evaporator blower should be turning at high speed.

4. Turn the fan switch to medium and low positions and check that the evaporator blower slows down.

5. Turn the fan switch to the "off" position and compressor clutch should disengage.

6. Start engine and run at 1500-2000 rpm. Turn unit on "full cold", "high fan". Check sight glass on
receiver-drier for bubbles. Add 6 to 8 ounces more refrigerant after the sight glass just clears. (R-12
only) NOTE: Check gauges for normal pressures for R-134a.

7. Check thermostat to be sure clutch cycles on and off.

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