PoolPak R-410A SWHP Series, Engineering Manual

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AIR-COOLED CONDENSER INSTALLATION
SPACE AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
The most important consideration which must be taken into account when deciding upon the locations of air-cooled
equipment is the provision for a supply of ambient air to the condenser, and removal of heated air from the condenser
area. Where this essential requirement is not adhered to, it will result in higher head pressures, which cause poor
operation and possible eventual failure of equipment. Units must not be located in the vicinity of steam, hot air, or fume
exhausts.
Another consideration which must be taken is that the unit should be mounted away from noise sensitive spaces and
must have adequate support to avoid vibration and noise transmission into the building. Units should be mounted over
corridors, utility areas, rest rooms, and other auxiliary areas where high levels of sound are not an important factor.
Sound and structural consultants should be retained for recommendations.
Walls or Obstructions
The unit should be located so that air may circulate freely and not be re-circulated. For proper air flow and access all
sides of the units should be a minimum of “W” away from any wall or obstruction (see Figure 4-4, Figure 4-5, Figure
4-6, or Figure 4-7). It is preferred that this distance be increased whenever possible. Care should be taken to see that
ample room is left for maintenance work through access doors and panels. Overhead obstructions are not permitted.
When the unit is in an area where it is enclosed by three walls, the unit must be installed as indicated for units in a pit.
Figure 4-4. Remote ACC Installation Around Walls or Obstructions
Multiple Units
For units placed side by side, the minimum distance between units is the width of the largest unit. If units are placed
end to end, the minimum distance between the units is 4 feet.
Figure 4-5. Remote ACC Installation When Installing Multiple Units
MIN.
W*
AIR FLOW
* W”=Total width of the condenser ”
MIN.
* W”=Total width of the condenser ”
W*
AIR FLOW AIR FLOW