Allied 4SHP20LX Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 2

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507563-01

Issue  1946

These instructions are intended as a general guide only 

for use by qualified personnel and do not supersede any 

national or local codes in any way. The installation must 

comply with all provincial, state, and local codes as well as 

the National Electrical Code (U.S.) or Canadian Electrical 

Code (Canada). Compliance should be determined prior 

to installation.

This unit uses R-410A, which is an ozone-friendly HFC 

refrigerant. The unit must be installed with a matching 

indoor coil and line set. A filter drier approved for use with 

R-410A is installed in the unit.

IMPORTANT

This product has been designed and 

manufactured to meet ENERGY STAR criteria for energy 

efficiency when matched with appropriate coil components. 

However,  proper  refrigerant  charge  and  proper  air  flow 

are  critical  to  achieve  rated  capacity  and  efficiency. 

Installation of this product should follow the manufacturer’s 

refrigerant  charging  and  air  flow  instructions. 

Failure to 

confirm proper charge and airflow may reduce energy 

efficiency and shorten equipment life.

When servicing or repairing HVAC components, ensure 

the fasteners are appropriately tightened. Table 1 shows 

torque values for fasteners.

Table 1. Torque Table

Fastener

Torque

Stem Caps

8 ft. lbs.

Service Port Caps

8 ft. lbs.

Sheet Metal Screws

16 in. lbs.

#8 Machine Screws

16 in. lbs.

#10 Machine Screws

28 in. lbs.

Compressor Bolts

90 in. lbs.

Inspection of Shipment

Upon receipt of equipment, carefully inspect it for possible 

shipping damage. If damage is found, it should be noted 

on the carrier’s freight bill. Take special care to examine 

the unit inside the carton if the carton is damaged. Any 

concealed damage discovered should be reported to the 

last carrier immediately, preferably in writing, and should 

include a request for inspection by the carrier’s agent.

If any damages are discovered and reported to the carrier 

DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT

, as claim may be denied.

Check the unit rating plate to confirm specifications are as 

ordered.

Safety Precautions

Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses and work 

gloves. Use quenching cloth for brazing operations. 

Have fire extinguisher available. Read these instructions 

thoroughly and follow all warning or cautions attached to 

the unit.

1.  Always wear proper personal protection equipment.
2.  Always disconnect electrical power before removing 

panel or servicing equipment.

3.  Keep hands and clothing away from moving parts.
4.  Handle refrigerant with caution; refer to proper MSDS 

from refrigerant supplier.

5.  Use care when lifting, avoid contact with sharp edges.

Installation

NOTE: 

In some cases, noise in the living area has been 

traced  to  gas  pulsations  from  improper  installation  of 

equipment.

•  Locate unit away from windows, patios, decks, etc. 

where unit operation sounds may disturb customer.

•  Leave some slack between structure and unit to 

absorb vibration.

•  Place a sound-absorbing material, such as Isomode, 

under the unit if it will be installed in a location or 

position that will transmit sound or vibration to the 

living area or adjacent buildings.

•  Install the unit high enough above the ground or roof to 

allow adequate drainage of defrost water and prevent 

ice buildup.

•  In heavy snow areas, do not locate the unit where 

drifting snow will occur. The unit base should be 

elevated above the depth of average snows.

NOTE: 

Elevation  of  the  unit  may  be  accomplished 

by constructing a frame using suitable materials. If a 

support frame is constructed, it must not block drain 

holes in unit base.

•  When installed in areas where low ambient 

temperatures exist, locate unit so winter prevailing 

winds do not blow directly into outdoor coil.

•  Locate unit away from overhanging roof lines which 

would allow water or ice to drop on, or in front of, coil 

or into unit.

When outdoor unit is connected to factory-approved indoor 

unit, outdoor unit contains system refrigerant charge for 

operation with matching indoor unit when connected by 15 

ft. of field-supplied tubing. For proper unit operation, check 

refrigerant charge using charging information located on 

control box cover.

Outdoor Section

Zoning ordinances may govern the minimum distance the 

condensing unit can be installed from the property line. 

Install on a Solid, Level Mounting Pad

The outdoor section is to be installed on a solid foundation. 

This foundation should extend a minimum of 2” (inches) 

beyond the sides of the outdoor section. To reduce the 

possibility of noise transmission, the foundation slab 

Summary of Contents for 4SHP20LX

Page 1: ...This is a safety alert symbol and should never be ignored When you see this symbol on labels or in manuals be alert to the potential for personal injury or death Installation and servicing of air conditioning equipment can be hazardous due to internal refrigerant pressure and live electrical components Only trained and qualified service personnel should install or service this equipment Installati...

Page 2: ...ve fire extinguisher available Read these instructions thoroughly and follow all warning or cautions attached to the unit 1 Always wear proper personal protection equipment 2 Always disconnect electrical power before removing panel or servicing equipment 3 Keep hands and clothing away from moving parts 4 Handle refrigerant with caution refer to proper MSDS from refrigerant supplier 5 Use care when...

Page 3: ...Top of unit 48 Between units 24 Against wall 6 Maximum soffit overhang is 36 NOTE At least one side should be unobstructed by a wall or other barrier Table 2 Clearances 30 around Control Box 24 6 NOTE See Table 2 for specific minimum clearance guidelines Figure 2 DO LOCATE THE UNIT With proper clearances on sides and top of unit On a solid level foundation or pad unit must be level to within 1 4 i...

Page 4: ...re at this time will eliminate future service problems It is recommended that vertical suction risers not be up sized Proper oil return to the compressor should be maintained with suction gas velocity Filter Drier The filter drier is very important for proper system operation and reliability If the drier is shipped loose it must be installed by the installer in the field Unit warranty will be void...

Page 5: ... UNIT VAPOR LINE SERVICE VALVE VAPOR LIQUID 1 A B C D A Cylinder with clean R 410A positioned to deliver liquid refrigerant to the vapor service valve B Refrigerant gauge set low side to the liquid line valve C Refrigerant gauge set center port to inlet on the recovery machine with an empty recovery tank connected to the gauge set D Connect recovery tank to recovery machine per machine instruction...

Page 6: ...oil Shown Sensing bulb insulation is required if mounted external to the coil casing sensing bulb installation for bulb positioning STUB END TEFLON RING LIQUID LINE ASSEMBLY WITH BRASS NUT DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 3 Install one of the provided Teflon rings around the stubbed end of the check expansion valve and lightly lubricate the connector threads and expose surface of the Teflon ring with refriger...

Page 7: ...round Do not crimp end of the line Remove service cap and core from both the vapor and liquid line service ports 1 2 LIQUID LINE SERVICE VALVE SERVICE PORT CORE SERVICE PORT CAP SERVICE PORT CORE SERVICE PORT CAP CUT AND DEBUR LINE SET SIZE MATCHES SERVICE VALVE CONNECTION DO NOT CRIMP SERVICE VALVE CONNECTOR WHEN PIPE IS SMALLER THAN CONNECTION 3 VAPOR LINE SERVICE VALVE COPPER TUBE STUB REFRIGER...

Page 8: ...VES POINT FLAME AWAY FROM SERVICE VALVE PREPARATION FOR NEXT STEP 7 WRAP SERVICE VALVES To help protect service valve seals during brazing wrap water saturated cloths around service valve bodies and copper tube stubs Use additionalwater saturated cloths underneath the valve body to protect the base paint 4 FLOW NITROGEN Flow regulated nitrogen at 1 to 2 psig through the refrigeration gauge set int...

Page 9: ... of the manifold gauge set in order to pressurize the line set and the indoor unit E After a few minutes open one of the service valve ports and verify that the refrigerant added to the system earlier is measurable with a leak detector F After the line set has been connected to the indoor and outdoor units check the line set connections and indoor unit for leaks Use the following procedure to test...

Page 10: ...uid refrigerant Open the manifold gauge valve 1 to 2 psig in order to release the vacuum in the line set and indoor unit G Perform the following Close manifold gauge valves Shut off HFC 410A cylinder Reinstall service valve cores by removing manifold hose from service valve Quickly install cores with core tool while maintaining a positive system pressure Replace stem caps and finger tighten them t...

Page 11: ...ench with a hex head extension to back the stem out counterclockwise as far as it will go Use a 3 16 hex head extension for liquid line service valves and a 5 16 extension for suction line service valves 3 Replace the stem cap Tighten finger tight then tighten an additional 1 6 turn To Close Liquid or Suction Line Service Valve 1 Remove the stem cap with an adjustable wrench 2 Use a service wrench...

Page 12: ...s shipped with room thermostat Generally the thermostat should not be exposed to sunlight drafts or vibration and should not be mounted on exterior walls Low voltage wiring must be separated from high voltage wiring WARNING Low voltage connections should be in accordance to the wiring diagram Alarms Alarm information is provided on the outdoor unit access panel and in the Comfort Sync Wi Fi Instal...

Page 13: ... C Terminal OUTDOOR UNIT PROVIDED RAST 6 PIN CONNECTOR CONNECTS TO RAST 6 PIN CONNECTOR ROUTE CONTROL WIRING THROUGH GROMMET AND SECURE WITH CABLE TIE GROMMET AND CABLE TIE USE WATERTIGHT CONDUIT FOR HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECT CONDUIT TO CUTOUT AND ROUTE HIGH VOLTAGE WIRING INDOOR CONTROL Thermostat Figure 6 Control Wiring ...

Page 14: ...Page 14 of 19 507563 01 Issue 1946 Figure 7 Control Board 7 SEGMENT DISPLAY PUSH BUTTON ...

Page 15: ...For varying lengths of line set refer to Table 4 for refrigerant charge adjustment A blank space is provided on the unit rating plate to list the actual field charge Table 4 Refrigerant Charge Adjustment Liquid Line Set Diameter Oz Per 5 ft adjust from 15 ft line set 3 8 in 3 oz per 5 ft or 0 6 oz per 1 ft If line length is greater than 15 ft add this amount If line length is less than 15 ft remov...

Page 16: ...bent fins may affect unit operation SHARP OBJECT HAZARD Condenser coils have sharp edges Wear adequate body protection on body extremities e g gloves FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN BODILY INJURY WARNING Painted Surfaces For maximum protection of the unit s finish a good grade of automobile wax should be applied every year In geographical areas where water has a high concentration o...

Page 17: ...at may engage auxiliary heat during the defrost cycle to satisfy a heating demand however the unit will run to normal operation at the conclusion of the defrost cycle In case of extended power outage If the outdoor temperature is below 50 F and power to your outdoor unit has been interrupted for one hour or longer observe the following when restoring power to your heat pump system Set the room the...

Page 18: ...CK THERMAL PROTECTION SWITCH GRAY GRAY RED BLACK BLUE BROWN NOTES 1 NOTE FOR USE WITH COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY REFER TO UNIT RATING PLATE FOR MINIMUM CIRCUIT AMPICITY AND MAXIMUM OVERCURRENT PROTECTION SIZE 2 WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES 3 REFER TO COMPRESSOR IN UNIT FOR ACTUAL TERMINAL ARRANGEMENT 4 NOTE IF...

Page 19: ...OVERCURRENT PROTECTION SIZE 2 WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH UNIT MUST BE GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES 3 REFER TO COMPRESSOR IN UNIT FOR ACTUAL TERMINAL ARRANGEMENT 4 NOTE IF ANY WIRE IN THE APPLIANCE IS REPLACED IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH WIRE OF LIKE SIZE RATING INSULATION THICKNESS AND TERMINATION U W V 1 2 GRAY GRAY RED L2 L1 CONTROL PANEL LOW PRE...

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