4
Connecting Refrigerant Tubing Between the
Indoor & Outdoor Unit
CAUTION:
When servicing, cover or seal openings to
minimize the exposure of the refrigerant system
to air to prevent accumulation of moisture and
other contaminants.
After outdoor and indoor unit placement has been determined,
route refrigerant tubing between the equipment in accordance
with sound installation practices.
• Refrigerant tubing should be routed in a manner that
minimizes the length of tubing and the number of bends
in the tubing.
• Refrigerant tubing should be supported in a manner that the
tubing will not vibrate or abrade during system operation.
• Tubing should be kept clean of foreign debris during
installation.
• Every effort should be made by the installer to ensure that
the field installed refrigerant containing components of
the system have been installed in accordance with these
instructions and sound installation practices to insure
reliable system operation and longevity.
• The maximum recommended interconnecting refrigerant
line length is 75 feet, and the vertical elevation difference
between the indoor and outdoor sections should not exceed
20 feet.
• If precise forming of refrigerant lines is needed, a copper
tubing bender is recommended. Avoid sharp bends and
contact of the refrigerant lines with metal surfaces.
These units are equipped with single shot quick connect
couplings. Together with the indoor section and line set,
only 4 coupling connections are needed to provide a 100%
sealed system.
1. Route the suction line and liquid line between indoor and
outdoor sections, remove protector caps and plugs
2. Lubricate entire surface of the diaphragm “O” ring and
threads of the male coupling using the lubricant supplied
with the line set and a small brush.
3. Make sure that coupling halves are held in proper alignment
with each other prior to starting the threads of female
coupling nut onto the male half. Thread coupling halves
together by hand until hand tight.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the unit or internal
components, it is recommended that two
wrenches be used when loosening or tightening
nuts. Do not over tighten!
4. Using two wrenches, tighten the coupling halves until
seated or a definite resistance is felt.
5. Using a marker, mark a line from the coupling union nut
to the bulkhead then tighten an additional 1/6 turn. See
for torque values. Repeat for all couplings.
ELECTRICAL WIRING
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury,
or death, disconnect all electrical power to the unit
before performing any maintenance or service. The
unit may have more than one electrical supply.
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing
the unit. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation
• All electrical connections must be in compliance with all
applicable local codes and ordinances, and with the current
revision of the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).
• For Canadian installations the electrical connections and
grounding shall comply with the current Canadian Electrical
Code (CSA C22.1 and/or local codes).
Pre-Electrical Checklist
√
Verify that the voltage, frequency, and phase of the supply
source match the specifications on the unit rating plate.
√
Verify that the service provided by the utility is sufficient
to handle the additional load imposed by this equipment.
Refer to the unit wiring label for proper high and low voltage
wiring.
√
Verify factory wiring is in accordance with the unit wiring
diagram. Inspect for loose connections. See
Line Voltage
• A wiring diagram is located on the inside cover of the
electrical box of the outdoor unit. The installer should
become familiar with the wiring diagram before making
any electrical connections to the outdoor unit.
•
An electrical disconnect must be located within sight
of and readily accessible to the unit. This switch shall
be capable of electrically de-energizing the outdoor unit.
• Line voltage to the unit should be supplied from a dedicated
branch circuit containing the correct fuse or circuit breaker
for the unit. Incoming field wiring and minimum size of
electrical conductors and circuit protection must be in
compliance with information listed on the outdoor unit
data label. Any other wiring methods must be acceptable
to authority having jurisdiction.
• The outdoor unit requires both power and control circuit
electrical connections. Refer to the wiring diagram (
) for identification and location of outdoor unit field wiring
COUPLING
SIZE
TORQUE
MALE
COUPLING
FEMALE
COUPLING
NUT
FEMALE
COUPLING
BODY
3/8”
(10mm)
10-12 Ft-Lbs
(14-16 Nm)
3/4”
11/16”
5/8”
3/4”
(19mm)
35-45 Ft-Lbs
(47-61 Nm)
1-1/8”
1-5/16”
1”
7.8”
(22mm)
10-12 Ft-Lbs
(14-16 Nm)
1-1/8”
1-5/16”
1”
Table 1. Torque Values
