9
Refrigerant Piping Connections
IMPORTANT
The compressor in the unit this air handler is matched
with contains PVE oil (Polyvinyl ether). PVE oil is
formulated for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants,
such as R410A, which this system contains. While it may
have some miscibility properties with mineral-based oil
and POE oil (Polyolester), it is not recommended to mix
PVE oil with any other type of refrigerant oil.
Refrigerant leaks are unlikely; however, if a refrigerant
leak occurs, open a door or windows to dilute the
refrigerant in the room. Turn off the unit and all other
appliances that may cause a spark. Call a licensed
professional HVAC technician (or equivalent) to repair
the leak.
Use only R410A refrigerant to charge this system. Use
of other refrigerant or gas will damage the equipment.
Do not allow air or other contaminants to enter system
during installation of refrigerant piping. Contaminants
will result in lower system capacity and abnormally high
operating pressures and may result in system failure or
explosion.
Insulate all refrigerant piping.
Refrigerant pipes may be very hot during unit operation.
Do not allow contact between wiring and bare copper
pipes.
After refrigerant piping connections have been
completed, check the system for leaks per
commissioning instructions.
WARNING
WARNING
Danger of fire. Bleeding the refrigerant
charge from only the high side may result
in pressurization of the low side shell and
suction tubing. Application of a brazing torch
to a pressurized system may result in ignition
of the refrigerant and oil mixture. Check the
high and low pressures before applying heat.
CAUTION
Brazing alloys and flux contain materials which are
hazardous to your health.
Avoid breathing vapors or fumes from brazing operations.
Perform operations only in well-ventilated areas.
Wear gloves and protective goggles or face shield to
protect against burns.
Wash hands with soap and water after handling brazing
alloys and flux.
IMPORTANT
Refrigerant lines must be clean, dry, refrigerant-grade
copper lines. Air handler coils should be installed
only with specified line sizes for approved system
combinations.
Handle refrigerant lines gently during the installation
process. Sharp bends or kinks in the lines will cause
restrictions.
IMPORTANT
Only use brazing rods/sticks which are suitable/
recommended for air conditioning pipework installations
- Do Not Use Soft Solder.
CAUTION
Purge low pressure nitrogen [1 to 2 psig (6.0 to 12.8
kPA)] through the refrigerant piping during brazing. This
will help to prevent oxidation and the introduction of
moisture into a system.
To prevent the build-up of high levels of nitrogen when
purging be sure it is done in a well ventilated area.
