Installation Instructions
2
If replacing a condensing unit or air handler, the system must be
manufacturer approved and Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrig-
eration Institute (AHRI) matched. NOTE: Installation of unmatched
systems is strongly discouraged.
Outdoor units are approved for operation above 55°F in cooling
mode. Operation below 55°F requires the use of an approved low
ambient kit.
Damage to the unit caused by operating the unit in a structure that
is not complete (either as part of new construction or renovation)
is not covered by the warranty.
F
EATURES
This air conditioner is a part of the ComfortNet™ family of prod-
ucts. It may be installed as part of a “legacy” system using a
standard 24 VAC thermostat. However, with the CTK0*
ComfortNet thermostat kit, this air conditioner may be installed
as part of a digitally communicating system. The ComfortNet
system provides enhanced setup features, and enhanced diag-
nostics. It also reduces the number of thermostat wires to a maxi-
mum of four and a minimum of two.
I
NSTALLATION
C
LEARANCES
Special consideration must be given to location of the condensing
unit(s) in regard to structures, obstructions, other units, and any/
all other factors that may interfere with air circulation. Where
possible, the top of the unit should be completely unobstructed;
however, if vertical conditions require placement beneath an ob-
struction there should be a minimum of 60 inches between the
top of the unit and the obstruction(s). The specified dimensions
meet requirements for air circulation only. Consult all appropri-
ate regulatory codes prior to determining final clearances.
Another important consideration in selecting a location for the
unit(s) is the angle to obstructions. Either side adjacent the valves
can be placed toward the structure provided the side away from
the structure maintains minimum service clearance. Corner in-
stallations are strongly discouraged.
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OK!
AA AAA
A
CC
C
C
OK!
OK!
OK!
OK!
NOT
RECOMMENDED
AA
AA
AA
AA
AA
B B B
B
Model Type A B C AA
Residential
10" 10" 18" 20"
Light Commercial
12" 12" 18" 24"
Minimum Airflow Clearance
This unit can be located at ground floor level or on flat roofs. At
ground floor level, the unit must be on a solid, level foundation
that will not shift or settle. To reduce the possibility of sound
transmission, the foundation slab should not be in contact with
or be an integral part of the building foundation. Ensure the foun-
dation is sufficient to support the unit. A concrete slab raised
above ground level provides a suitable base.
R
OOFTOP
I
NSTALLATIONS
If it is necessary to install this unit on a roof structure, ensure
the roof structure can support the weight and that proper con-
sideration is given to the weather-tight integrity of the roof. Since
the unit can vibrate during operation, sound vibration transmis-
sion should be considered when installing the unit. Vibration ab-
sorbing pads or springs can be installed between the condensing
unit legs or frame and the roof mounting assembly to reduce
noise vibration.
S
AFE
R
EFRIGERANT
H
ANDLING
While these items will not cover every conceivable situation, they
should serve as a useful guide.
T
O
AVOID
POSSIBLE
INJURY
,
EXPLOSION
OR
DEATH
,
PRACTICE
SAFE
HANDLING
OF
REFRIGERANTS
.
WARNING
R
EFRIGERANTS
ARE
HEAVIER
THAN
AIR
. T
HEY
CAN
“
PUSH
OUT
”
THE
OXYGEN
IN
YOUR
LUNGS
OR
IN
ANY
ENCLOSED
SPACE
. T
O
AVOID
POSSIBLE
DIFFICULTY
IN
BREATHING
OR
DEATH
:
• N
EVER
PURGE
REFRIGERANT
INTO
AN
ENCLOSED
ROOM
OR
SPACE
. B
Y
LAW
,
ALL
REFRIGERANTS
MUST
BE
RECLAIMED
.
• I
F
AN
INDOOR
LEAK
IS
SUSPECTED
,
THOROUGHLY
VENTILATE
THE
AREA
BEFORE
BEGINNING
WORK
.
• L
IQUID
REFRIGERANT
CAN
BE
VERY
COLD
. T
O
AVOID
POSSIBLE
FROSTBITE
OR
BLINDNESS
,
AVOID
CONTACT
AND
WEAR
GLOVES
AND
GOGGLES
. I
F
LIQUID
REFRIGERANT
DOES
CONTACT
YOUR
SKIN
OR
EYES
,
SEEK
MEDICAL
HELP
IMMEDIATELY
.
• A
LWAYS
FOLLOW
EPA
REGULATIONS
. N
EVER
BURN
REFRIGERANT
,
AS
P
OISONOUS
GAS
WILL
BE
PRODUCED
.
WARNING
T
O
AVOID
POSSIBLE
EXPLOSION
,
USE
ONLY
RETURNABLE
(
NOT
DISPOSABLE
)
SERVICE
CYLINDERS
WHEN
REMOVING
REFRIGERANT
FROM
A
SYSTEM
.
• E
NSURE
THE
CYLINDER
IS
FREE
OF
DAMAGE
WHICH
COULD
LEAD
TO
A
LEAK
OR
EXPLOSION
.
• E
NSURE
THE
HYDROSTATIC
TEST
DATE
DOES
NOT
EXCEED
5
YEARS
.
• E
NSURE
THE
PRESSURE
RATING
MEETS
OR
EXCEEDS
400
PSIG
.
W
HEN
IN
DOUBT
,
DO
NOT
USE
CYLINDER
.
WARNING