Special considerations for extreme weather
1. If the unit is exposed to heavy wind:
Install unit so that air outlet fan is at a 90° angle to the direction of the wind. If needed, build a barrier in front
of the unit to protect it from extremely heavy winds.
See Fig. 5.2 and Fig. 5.3 below.
Indoor Unit
Installation
Strong wind
Strong wind
Fig. 5.2
Fig. 5.3
Strong wind
Wind Baffle
Fig. 5.1
e
v
ob
a )
ni
42(
mc
0
6
60cm (24in)
on righ
30cm (12in)
on left
200cm (79in)
in front
30cm (12in)
from back wall
5.1 Select installation location
Before installing the outdoor unit, you must choose an appropriate location. The following are standards that will
help you choose an appropriate location for the unit.
Proper installation locations meet the following standards:
1. Meets all spatial requirements shown in Installation Space Requirements (Fig. 5.1)
2.
Good air circulation and ventilation
3.
Firm and solid—the location can support the unit and will not vibrate
4. Noise from the unit will not disturb others
5. Protected from prolonged periods of direct sunlight or rain
Do not install unit in the following locations:
1. Near an obstacle that will block air inlets and outlets
2. Near a public street, crowded areas, or where noise from the unit will disturb others
3. Near animals or plants that will be harmed by hot air discharge
4. Near any source of combustible gas
5. In a location that is exposed to large amouts of dust
6. In a location exposed to a excessive amounts of salty air
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