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GENERAL
The VRF (variable refrigerant flow) Heat Pump system
offers a variety of indoor unit types and sizes, ranging from 0.5
to 8 tons. The 38VMA Heat Pump outdoor units are available
in four capacities, 6, 8, 10, and 12 tons. Units can be combined
to accommodate larger capacity requirements. The system has
capability to operate between 50% and 135% connected
capacity, allowing the system to be tailored to the needs of the
customer and the application.
The equipment is initially protected under the
manufacturer’s standard warranty; however, the warranty is
provided under the condition that the steps outlined in this
manual for initial inspection, proper installation, regular
periodic maintenance, and everyday operation of the unit be
followed in detail. This manual should be fully reviewed in
advance before initial installation, start-up, and maintenance.
Contact your local sales representative or the factory with any
questions BEFORE proceeding.
See Fig. 1 for model number nomenclature. Table 1 shows
components that may or may not be used for a particular
installation. Table 2 lists physical data for each unit size. Tables
3-6 list physical data for combination units. Figure 2 shows
unit dimensions.
WARNING
When installing the equipment in a small space, provide
adequate measures to avoid refrigerant concentration
exceeding safety limits due to refrigerant leak. In case of
refrigerant leak during installation, ventilate the space
immediately. Failure to follow this procedure may lead to
personal injury.
WARNING
DO NOT USE TORCH to remove any component. System
contains oil and refrigerant under pressure.
To remove a component, wear protective gloves and
goggles and proceed as follows:
a. Shut off electrical power to unit.
b. Recover refrigerant to relieve all pressure from
system using both high-pressure and low pressure
ports.
c. Traces of vapor should be displaced with nitrogen
and the work area should be well ventilated.
Refrigerant in contact with an open flame produces
toxic gases.
d. Cut component connection tubing with tubing cutter
and remove component from unit. Use a pan to catch
any oil that may come out of the lines and as a gage
for how much oil to add to the system.
e. Carefully unsweat remaining tubing stubs when
necessary. Oil can ignite when exposed to torch
flame.
Failure to follow these procedures may result in personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
DO NOT re-use compressor oil or any oil that has been
exposed to the atmosphere. Dispose of oil per local codes
and regulations. DO NOT leave refrigerant system open to
air any longer than the actual time required to service the
equipment. Seal circuits being serviced and charge with
dry nitrogen to prevent oil contamination when timely
repairs cannot be completed. Failure to follow these
procedures may result in damage to equipment.
Fig. 1 —Nomenclature
Equipment Type
38
— Outdoor Unit
Voltage (V-Ph-Hz)
VM
— VRF
Product Type
5
— 208/230-3-60
6
— 460-3-60
Blank
Model Number Modifier
A
A
— Revision Number
— Revision Number
Capacity (Btuh)
072
— 72,000
096
— 96,000
120
— 120,000
144
— 144,000
168
— 168,000
192
— 192,000
System Type
H
— Heat Pump
38
VM
Cabinet Type
S
— Standard
Variations
D —
Domestic
Packaging
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— USA & Canada
216
— 216,000
240
— 240,000
264
— 264,000
288
— 288,000
312
— 312,000
336
— 336,000
360
— 360,000
384
— 384,000
408
— 408,000
432
— 432,000
A
072
H
D
S
5
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