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REV. 4/06

0010577101

Installation, Operation and Maintenance

MODELS C1318-601VAR — 1.5 THRU 5 TON

13 Seer Split System 

Air Conditioner

Summary of Contents for C1318-601VAR

Page 1: ...REV 4 06 0010577101 Installation Operation and Maintenance MODELS C1318 601VAR 1 5 THRU 5 TON 13 Seer Split System Air Conditioner ...

Page 2: ... vary due to the passage of new laws we suggest that any work on this unit be done by a certified technician Should you have any questions please contact the local EPA office The manufacturer s warranty does not cover any damage or defect to the air conditioner caused by the attachment or use of any components accessories or devices other than those authorized by the manufacturer into onto or in c...

Page 3: ...conditioner Improper installation can result in unsatisfactory operation or dangerous conditions Carefully read this manual and any instructions packaged with separate equipment required to make up the system prior to installation Give this manual to the owner and explain its provisions The owner should retain this manual for future reference 2 NOMENCLATURE FOR MODEL NUMBER C System type C Air con...

Page 4: ...851 825 825 851 825 825 951 825 825 851 825 825 1051 Net Weight Lbs kg 156 71 194 88 198 90 203 92 231 105 244 111 271 123 Approx Shipping Weight Lbs kg 167 76 209 95 216 98 220 100 249 113 262 119 291 132 The dimensions for the condensing unit are illustrated in Figure 1 Physical and electrical specifications are provided in Table 1 for 13 SEER systems respectively Model C1318 601VAR Outdoor Unit...

Page 5: ...trical power to the unit before servicing Disconnect power to both the indoor and outdoor units NOTE There may be more than one electrical disconnect switch Failure to shut off power can cause electrical shock resulting in personal injury or death Frequent washing of the cabinet fan blade and coil with fresh water Regular cleaning and waxing of the cabinet with good automobile polish A good liquid...

Page 6: ...ns are made from the service access area The most common application will find the unit best located about 10 from back wall with connection side facing the wall This application minimizes exposed tubing and wiring minimizing the space for youngsters to run around the unit with subsequent damage to the tubing or wiring In more confined application spaces such as corners provide a minimum of 10 cle...

Page 7: ...not kink or twist the tubing Refrigerant piping should not be installed in a cement slab as this limits access to the refrigerant should a leak be suspected To ensure good oil return to the compressor it is important to pitch the horizontal suction line toward the compressor approximately 1 2 for every 10 of line Line Insulation Suction line requires insulation in order to prevent condensation fro...

Page 8: ...its are charged with refrigerant Condensing unit liquid and suction valves are closed to contain the charge within the unit Do not force the valve stem against the retaining ring If the valve stem is backed out past the retaining ring system pressure could force the valve stem out of the valve body and possibly cause personal injury CAUTION The piston is in the accessory bag Don t forget to take i...

Page 9: ...which increases power consumption and reduces performance The presence of moisture in a system can render it inoperable in a very short time Proper evacuation assures a dry uncontaminated system Here is the recommended evacuation procedure 1 Connect vacuum pump to both liquid and suction valve service ports 2 Evacuate the interconnecting tubing and indoor coil to 500 microns or less for a minimum ...

Page 10: ...nnection of the power cord or the extension cord and do not connect many devices to one AC outlet It could cause a fire or an electric shock due to defective contact defective insulation exceeding the permissible current etc Perform electrical work according to the installation manual and be sure to use an exclusive circuit If the capacity of the power circuit is insufficient or there is incomplet...

Page 11: ...re for disconnecting power service to the unit The condensing unit control wiring requires a 24 Volt minimum 25 VA service from the indoor transformer as shown on the wiring diagram 7 SYSTEM STARTUP 1 Turn thermostat to OFF turn on power supply at disconnect switch 2 Turn temperature setting as high as it will go 3 Turn fan switch to ON Indoor blower should run Be sure it is running in the right d...

Page 12: ...itions it can take up to 2 hours for this overload to reset Make sure overload has had time to reset before condemning the compressor 9 MISCELLANEOUS 9 1 Replacement Parts Contact your local distributor for a complete parts list 9 2 Troubleshooting Guide Refer to the troubleshooting guide Table 6 included in this manual 9 3 Wiring Diagram Refer to the appropriate wiring diagram included in this ma...

Page 13: ...llary tubes Replace coil assembly Low vapor cool Low evaporator airflow Increase blower speed or reduce restriction replace air filter compressor iced Operating below 65 F outdoors Add low ambient kit evaporator coil Moisture in the system Recover refrigerant evacuate recharge add filter drier High vapor Excessive load Recheck load calculation pressure Defective compressor Replace Fluctuating head...

Page 14: ... 230V 60Hz 1PH C BL BL YL YL Y 2 YL P3 P2 P1 6 RD R L1 GND L2 BK BK WH C S CC 4 RD YL 2 1 NC Optional Low High Pressur e Switches LPS HPS Compress or Protect 3 Min Time Delay BCAP RD LO RD L2 RD OR BK HI M IBM 3 GR PU L1 BK BK R S BR BR 208 COM BL R TRAN COM 230 7 BL 5 3 RD NO GR 8 6 4 OFM M BK PU PU BR 6 S R BR L1 L2 GND 60Hz 1PH 208 230V WH BK BCR 1 BK 2 RD BRK BK L2 RD RD FL L1 BK FL USE COPPER...

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