Blueridge BM18M23C Installation Manual Download Page 4

Revised 5/14/2020

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WARNING

WARNING

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Safety Precautions

Read Safety Precautions Before Installation

Incorrect installation due to ignoring instructions can cause serious damage or injury.

The seriousness of potential damage or injuries is classified as either a 

WARNING 

or

 

CAUTION

.

Failure to observe a warning may result in death. The appliance must be installed in

accordance with national regulations.

Failure to observe a caution may result in injury or equipment damage.

This symbol indicates that you must never perform the action indicated.

1.  Carefully read the Safety Precautions before installation.
2.  For commercial applications, such as restaurant kitchens, server rooms, etc., the use of 

specially designed air-conditioning units is highly recommended.

3.  Only trained and certified technicians should install, repair and service this air conditioning 

unit.

4.  Improper installation may result in electrical shock, short circuit, leaks, fire or other damage 

to the equipment and personal property.

5.  Strictly follow the installation instructions set forth in this manual.
6.  Before you install the unit, consider strong winds, typhoons and earthquakes that might 

affect your unit and locate it accordingly.

7.  Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those 

recommended by the manufacturer.

8.  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, 

sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been 

given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for 

their safety.

9.  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
10.  An all-pole disconnect device must be incorporated in the high voltage wiring in accordance 

with local and national electrical codes.

11.  Any person who is involved with working on a refrigerant circuit should hold a current valid 

certificate from an industry-accredited assessment authority.

12.  Servicing shall only be performed as recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
13.  Maintenance and repair should be carried out by qualified personnel.
14.  Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction.
15.  Do not turn on the power until all work has been completed.
16.  When moving or relocating the air conditioner, consult experienced service technicians for 

disconnection and reinstallation of the unit.

CAUTION

Summary of Contents for BM18M23C

Page 1: ...ual carefully before installing or operating your new air conditioning unit Make sure to save this manual for future reference This manual only describes the installation of outdoor unit When installi...

Page 2: ...Table of Contents Installation Manual Safety Precautions 04 Accessories 05 Installation Overview 06 Specifications 07 Outdoor Unit Installation 08 1 5 2 3 4...

Page 3: ...erant Piping Connection 11 Test Run 22 Using the Automatic Wiring Piping Correction Function 23 Wiring 14 Wiring Diagrams 16 Refrigerant Handling 19 Procedure 19 Refrigerant chart 21 Adding refrigeran...

Page 4: ...it consider strong winds typhoons and earthquakes that might affect your unit and locate it accordingly 7 Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean other than those recommended...

Page 5: ...selecting a suitable remote controller Name Shape Quantity Installation plate 1 Plastic expansion sheath 5 8 depending on models Self Tapping Screw A ST 3 9X25 5 8 depending on models Drain joint some...

Page 6: ...llation Overview INSTALLATION ORDER MC MC L N Install the indoor unit separate manual Install the outdoor unit Page 09 Connect the refrigerant pipes Page 12 Connect the wires Page 14 Perform a test ru...

Page 7: ...t feet 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone Max length for all rooms 131 197 262 262 Max length for one indoor unit 82 98 115 115 Max height different between indoor and outdoor unit 49 49 49 49 Max height dif...

Page 8: ...bolts M10 The area must be free of combustible gases and chemicals The pipe length between the outdoor and indoor unit may not exceed the maximum allowable pipe length If possible avoid installing the...

Page 9: ...View All Condensers A B mount point dimensions W H W H A B D 10 feet or more 2 feet or more 5 feet or more 10 inches or more Model W D H A B BM18M23C 33 27 14 29 27 64 21 3 13 8 BM27M23C 37 2 16 5 31...

Page 10: ...e in the bas pan of the unit The drain joint will click in place 2 Connect a drain hose extension not included to the drain joint to redirect water from the unit during heating mode You must drill a h...

Page 11: ...t leakage after completing the installation work Step1 Cut pipes When preparing refrigerant pipes take extra care to cut and flare them properly This will ensure efficient operation and minimize the n...

Page 12: ...shown in table 7 1 Step 4 Connect pipes Connect the copper pipes to the indoor unit first then connect it to the outdoor unit You should first connect the low pressure pipe then the high pressure pip...

Page 13: ...nit NOTE ON MINIMUM BEND RADIUS Carefully bend the tubing in the middle according to the diagram below DO NOT bend the tubing more than 90 or more than 3 times Bend the pipe with thumb min radius 3 9...

Page 14: ...ctrical shock Ensure that main supply connection is made through a switch that disconnects all poles with contact gap of a least 3mm 0 118 DO NOT modify the length of the power cord or use an extensio...

Page 15: ...s consult an electrician c Using wire strippers strip the rubber jack et from both ends of signal cable to reveal about 6 of wire d Strip the insulation from the ends of the wires e Using a wire crimp...

Page 16: ...ures if end users wish to perform their own wiring Run the main power cord through the lower line outlet of the cord clamp ____ This symbol indicates field wiring Wiring TO A 1 2 3 TO B 1 2 3 L1 L2 1...

Page 17: ...3 A 1 B 2 B 3 B 1 C 2 C 3 C L1 L2 1 A 2 A 3 A Ground POWER TO A 1 2 3 TO B 1 2 3 TO C 1 2 3 TO D 1 2 3 1 B 2 B 3 B 1 C 2 C 3 C 1 D 2 D 3 D L1 L2 1 A 2 A 3 A 1 B 2 B 3 B 1 C 2 C 3 C 1 D 2 D 3 D L1 L2 1...

Page 18: ...Revised 5 14 2020 Wiring TO E 1 2 3 TO C 1 2 3 TO D 1 2 3 TO A 1 2 3 TO B 1 2 3 Ground POWER 1 A 2 A 3 A 1 B 2 B 3 B 1 C 2 C 3 C 1 D 2 D 3 D 1 E 2 E 3 E L1 L2 Page 18 BM48M five zone condenser...

Page 19: ...ectrical capacity is sufficient Confirm that starting voltage is maintained at more than 90 percent of the rated voltage marked on the name plate Confirm that the cable thickness is as specified in th...

Page 20: ...manifold gauges Pressurize lineset to 200 psi of dry nitrogen 4 Check for leaks Spray soap bubbles on fit tings at outdoor and indoor units to check for bubbles leaks If leaks are present retorque fla...

Page 21: ...gauges in place Follow the remaining steps to test run the system and add refrigerant if needed 12 Record Pressure Start the unit in cooling mode Run for 10 minutes and monitor oper ating pressure re...

Page 22: ...igerant charging must be performed after wiring leak testing and vacuuming DO NOT exceed the maximum allowable quantity of refrigerant or overcharge the system Doing so can damage the unit or impact i...

Page 23: ...nnected h Length of the piping and additional refrigerant stow capacity have been recorded i The power voltage is the correct voltage for the air conditioner 1 Open both the liquid and gas stop valves...

Page 24: ...piping error is corrected and all wiring piping is properly connected 1 Check that outside temperature is above 5o C This function does not work when outside temperature is not above 5o C 2 Check tha...

Page 25: ...The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement AlpineHomeAir com...

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