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Preparative for Installation
Selection of the Installation Location
WARNING!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
The unit must be installed where strong enough to withstand the weight of the unit and fixed
securely, otherwise the unit would topple or fall off.
● Install the unit where it will not be tilted by more than 5°.
● During installation, if the outdoor unit has to be exposed to strong wind, it must be fixed
securely.
● Do not install where there is a danger of combustible gas leakage.
● Do not install the unit near heat source, steam, or flammable gas.
● Children under 10 years old must be supervised not to operate the unit.
1. If possible, do not install the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
(If necessary, install a blind that does not interfere with the air flow.)
2. Install the outdoor unit in a place where it will be free from getting dirty or getting wet by
rain as much as possible.
3. Install the outdoor unit where it is convenient to connect the indoor unit.
4. Install the outdoor unit where the condensate water can be drained out freely during
heating operation. Do not place animals and plants in the path of the warm air.
5. Take the air conditioner weight into account and select a place where noise and vibration
are small.
6. Install the outdoor unit where is capable of withstanding the weight of the unit and
generates as less noise and vibration as possible.
7. Provide the space shown in Fig.1, so that the air flow is not blocked. Also for efficient
operation, leave three of four directions of peripheral constructions open.
Decide the installation location with the customer as follows:
Outdoor Unit
Fig.1
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500
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50
0
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500
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500
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2000
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2000
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1000
Units: mm
