SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS
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CHOOSING THE LOCATION FOR THE OUTDOOR UNIT
Before installing the outdoor unit, you must choose an appropriate location. The following are standards that
will help you choose an appropriate location for the unit:
• Accessible to the main electric panel.
• An area with good air circulation and ventilation.
• A firm and solid location to support the unit and prevent from vibration.
• An area where noise from the unit will not disturb you and others.
• An area protected or away from prolonged periods of direct sunlight or rain.
Outdoor Unit
Height should
be less than
16 ft. (4.9 m)
Indoor unit
DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
• Near an obstacle that will block air inlets and outlets.
• Near a public street, in alley ways, crowded areas or where noise from the unit will disturb others.
• Near animals or plants that may be harmed by hot air discharge.
• Near any source of combustible gas or flammable materials.
• Near a heat source or ventilation fans.
• In a location that is exposed to large amounts of dust.
• In a location exposed to an excessive amount of salty air.
• Near a power transformer
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR EXTREME WEATHER:
If the outdoor unit will be exposed to heavy wind:
Install unit so that air outlet fan is at a 90° angle (adjacent) to the direction of the wind. For extremely heavy
winds, build a barrier in front of the outdoor unit for added protection.
If the outdoor unit will frequently be exposed to heavy rain or snow:
Build a shelter above the unit to protect it from rain or snow, be careful not to obstruct airflow around the unit.
NOTE:
If the outdoor unit is higher than the indoor
unit, the max height is 16 ft.
