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If the unit is to be installed in an area where contaminants are likely to be a problem, special attention
should be given to the equipment location and exposure.
Avoid having lawn sprinkler heads spray directly on the unit cabinet.
In coastal areas, locate the unit on the side of the building away from the waterfront.
Shielding provided by fence or shrubs may give some protection.
Regular maintenance will reduce the buildup of contaminants and help to protect the unit's finish.
! WARNING -
Disconnect all electrical power to the unit before servicing. Disconnect power to both the
Structural strength of supporting members
.
the installer's responsibility to insure that the unit is installed in accordance with all local codes.
Clearances and provision for servicing
.
(1) Frequent washing of the cabinet, fan blade and coil with fresh water.
Check the following points before begining any installation:
(2) Regular cleaning and waxing of the cabinet with automobile wax.
(3) An appropriate coil cleaner may be used once per year to remove matter that will not wash off
These units are designed for outdoor installation. They can be mounted on a slab or rooftop. It is
with water.
indoor and outdoor units.
NOTE: There may be more than one electrical disconnect switch. Failure to shut off power can cause
electrical shock resulting in personal injury or death.
The best protection is frequent cleaning and avoiding exposure to debris that blocks airflow.
7.3 INSTALLATION
Power supply and wiring.
Provide gutters or other shielding at
roof level.
Loc
a
te unit on a
level concrete slab
or prefabricate pad
. To prevent transmission of noise or vibration,
slab should not be connected
to building structure. Some sort of sound-absorbing material
such as
rubber and cork pad should be placed between the condenser
and the slab.
For rooftop application, make sure the building construction can support the weight and that proper
consideration is given to the weather-tight integrity of the roof. The condensing unit contains moving
! WARNING
-
Install the unit securely in a place that can bear the weight of the unit. When installed in
an insufficiently strong place, the unit could fall causing injury.
Consideration be given so that operating sounds will not disturb owner or neighbors.
Location with no risk of combustible gas leakage.
Location where natural water drainage does not collect around the unit.
Location where roof runoff does not pour directly on the unit.
Avdid locating the unit in an area where excessive snow can accomulate or drifting occur.
parts and can vibrate, so, sound transmission is also a consideration in rooftop applications.
Central Air Conditioner
Model: Cooling Only,
13
SEER
units
