Nortek 024KA, Installation Instructions Manual

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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:
ElEctRical ShocK, fiRE oR
EXploSion haZaRd
failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury or property damage.
improper servicing could result in dangerous
operation, serious injury, death or property
damage.
• Before servicing, disconnect all electrical power
to the unit.
• When servicing controls, label all wires prior
to disconnecting. Reconnect wires correctly.
• Verify proper operation after servicing.
WaRning:
this split system heat pumps is shipped charged
with R410a refrigerant and ready for installation.
if repairs make it necessary for evacuation and
charging, it should only be attempted by qualified
trained personnel thoroughly familiar with this
equipment. 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-410a refrigerant. do not use
any other refrigerant in this unit. use of another
refrigerant may damage the unit.
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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Use caution when handling this appliance or removing
components. Personal injury can occur from sharp metal
edges present in all sheet metal constructed equipment.
WaRning:
the information listed below and the next page
should be followed during the installation,
service, and operation of this product. failure
to follow safety recommendations could result
in possible damage to the equipment, serious
personal 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.
• This unit is designed for outdoor installations only and
should be positioned as shown on page 3 .