Mirage IVIH121A, Owner'S Manual

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Step 5: Connect drain hose
By default, the drain hose is attached to the left-
hand side of unit (when you’re facing the back of
the unit).
However, it can also be attached to the right hand
side.
1. To ensure proper drainage, attach the drain
hose on the same side that your refrigerant piping
exits the unit. However, it can also be attached to
the right hand side.
2.
Attach drain hose extension (purchased sepa -
rately) to the end of drain hose.
3. Wrap the connection point firmly with Teflon
tape to ensure a good seal and
to prevent leaks.
4.
For the portion of the drain hose that
will remain indoors, wrap it with foam
pipe insulation to prevent condensation.
5. Remove the air filter and pour a small
amount of water into the drain pan to make sure
that water flows from the unit smoothly.
NOTE ON DRAIN HOSE PLACEMENT
Make sure to arrange the drain hose according to
Fig. 4.15.
DO NOT kink the drain hose.
DO NOT create a water trap.
DO NOT put the end of drain hose in
water or a container that will collect water.
PLUG THE UNUSED DRAIN HOLE
To prevent unwanted leaks you must plug the
unused drain hole with the rubber plug provided.
CORRECT
Make sure there are no
kinks or dent in drain
hose to ensure proper
drainage.
NOT CORRECT
Kinks in the drain hose
will create water traps.
NOT CORRECT
Kinks in the drain hose
will create water traps.
NOT CORRECT
Do not place the end of
the drain hose in water
or in containers
that collect water. This
will prevent proper
drainage.
Fig.4.15
Fig.4.16
Fig.4.17
Fig.4.18