Thermo King TriPac Envidia, Installation Manual

Page: 8 / 80

6
Tips for a Successful Installation (continued)
A/C CONDENSER INSTALLATION
•
Keep all the A/C fittings capped and sealed until the installation of the refrigeration hoses. Refrigerant oil is
extremely hygroscopic and a system left open for more than 5 minutes may require extensive
evacuation/dehydration time to remove moisture.
•
Verify all measurements before drilling any mounting holes.
•
Verify there is no interference with any OEM electrical wiring, internal supports, etc. before drilling mounting holes.
•
Confirm the condenser location does not interfere with the service or operation of existing tractor components.
•
Provide protection to the tractor’s interior and or exterior finish to prevent damage during the installation process.
•
Use the stainless steel mounting hardware (supplied in the kit) to mount the condenser.
•
Use the large fender washers (supplied in kit) inside the sleeper to provide additional support.
•
All mounting holes must be sealed with silicone caulking to prevent Moisture or fumes from entering the sleeper.
A/C EVAPORATOR/CONTROL BOX INSTALLATION
•
This installation requires a two-person or mechanically assisted lift.
•
Keep all the A/C fittings capped and sealed until the installation of the refrigeration hoses. Refrigerant oil is
extremely hygroscopic and a system left open for more than 5 minutes may require extensive
evacuation/dehydration time to remove moisture.
•
Determine the best location for the A/C Evaporator/Control Box inside the sleeper, typically under the bunk and flush
to the front bulkhead.
•
Allow adequate clearance for attaching the two air outlet tubes.
•
Verify there is no interference with any OEM electrical wiring, internal floor supports, etc. before drilling any mounting
holes in the tractor.
•
The Evaporator/Control Box should be mounted directly onto the floor mat inside the sleeper. Use the supplied
template to properly locate the drain and mounting holes.
•
Always install the drain valves (kazoos) into drain holes located on the bottom pan of the evaporator.
•
The A/C vents should be located and installed to provide maximum air circulation in the sleeper such as: MEDIUM
(above lower bunk level) and HIGH (above upper bunk level). NOTE: Locating a vent LOW (floor level) is not
recommended. It will significantly reduce driver comfort and reduce maximum system run time.
•
All mounting holes must be sealed with silicone caulk to prevent moisture or exhaust fumes from entering the
sleeper.
•
All edges of access holes made in fiberglass and wood composite floors must be sealed correctly with fiberglass cloth
and resin.