5
INSTALLER INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
INSTALLER: Please read all instructions before servicing
this equipment. Pay attention to all safety warnings and
any other special notes highlighted in the manual. Safety
markings are used frequently throughout this manual to
designate a degree or level of seriousness and should not
be ignored. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that if not avoided, could result in personal injury
or death. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury or property damage.
WARNING:
Shut off all electrical power to the unit before
performing any maintenance or service on the
system. Failure to comply may result in personal
injury or death.
WARNING:
Unless noted otherwise in these instructions,
only factory authorized parts or accessory
kits may be used with this product. Improper
installation, service, adjustment, or maintenance
may cause explosion, fire, electrical shock or
other hazardous conditions which may result in
personal injury or property damage
WARNING:
T5BD split system heat pumps leave the factory
with a nitrogen holding charge. Follow all charg-
ing instructions for maximum unit performance
and efficiency. Some local codes require licensed
installation/service personnel to service this type
of equipment. Refrigerant charging must be done
by qualified personnel familiar with safe and en-
vironmentally responsible refrigerant handling
procedures. Under no circumstances should
the owner attempt to install and/or service this
equipment. Failure to comply with this warning
could result in property damage, personal injury,
or death.
CAUTION:
This unit uses R-22 refrigerant. DO NOT use
any other refrigerant in this unit. Use of another
refrigerant will damage the unit.
WARNING:
The information listed below must be followed
during the installation, service, and operation
of this unit. Unqualified individuals should
not attempt to interpret these instructions or
install this equipment. Failure to follow safety
recommendations could result in possible
damage to the equipment, serious per
sonal
injury or death.
• The installer must comply with all local codes and
regulations which govern the installation of this type
of equipment. Local codes and regulations take
precedence over any recommendations contained in
these instructions. Consult local building codes and
the National Electrical Code (ANSI CI) for special
installation requirements.
• All electrical wiring must be completed in accordance
with local, state and national codes and regulations
and with the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70)
or in Canada the Canadian Electric Code Part 1 CSA
C.22.1.
• This equipment contains liquid and gaseous refrigerant
under high pressure. DO NOT USE ANY PORTION OF
THE CHARGE FOR PURGING OR LEAK TESTING.
Installation or servicing should only be performed by
qualified trained personnel thoroughly familiar with this
type equipment.
• Fully annealed, refrigerant grade copper tubing should
be used when installing the system. Refrigerant suction
line tubing should be fully insulated.
• Installation of equipment may require brazing
operations. Installer must comply with safety codes
and wear appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses,
work gloves, fire extinguisher, etc.) when performing
brazing operations.
• This unit is designed for outdoor installations only and
should be located as descibed on page 6.
• Follow all precautions in the literature, on tags, and
on labels provided with the equipment. Read and
thoroughly understand the instructions provided with
the equipment prior to performing the installation and
operational checkout of the equipment.
