Soleus Air KC-45H Operating And Installation Manual
Soleus Air KC-45H Operating And Installation Manual

Soleus Air KC-45H Operating And Installation Manual

18000 btu room air conditioner with heat pump

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18000 BTU
Room Air Conditioner
with Heat Pump
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Model: KC-45H
Thank you for selecting Soleus Air. To ensure proper
operation, please read this manual and keep it for
future reference.

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  • Page 1 18000 BTU Room Air Conditioner with Heat Pump OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Model: KC-45H Thank you for selecting Soleus Air. To ensure proper operation, please read this manual and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WHEN SERVICE IS REQUIRED………………………………………………………...…………14 ANY QUESTIONS?…………………………………………………………………….……...…………14 THROUGH-THE-WALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..…………………………………...15-16 SPECIFICATION.……………………………………………………………………………...…………17 WARRANTY…………………………………………………………………………………...………...18 This mark indicates a direction/procedure that must be followed! Thank you for selecting Soleus Air. To ensure proper operation, please read this manual and keep it for future reference. TABLE OF CONTENTS...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    3. If you encounter problems during installation, call our Technical Support and Warranty Service line at 1-888-8-SOLEUS. If your problem cannot be resolved by phone, contact an authorized Soleus Air brand servicer. Contact and service will be at your expense.
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    Record the model, serial and manufacturing numbers of your unit in the space provided below. This information is found on a nameplate visible after the front of the air conditioner has been removed. The rated voltage, amperage and capacity for your specific model can also be found on this nameplate.
  • Page 5: Normal Care And Maintenance

    Unit Plug Receptacle Circuit Rating, Voltage Type Required Breaker, Time Delay Fuse NEMA No. 5-15P NEMA No. 5-15R 125V-15AMP NEMA No. 6-15P NEMA No. 6-15R 250V-15AMP NEMA No. 6-20P NEMA No. 6-20R 250V-20AMP NEMA No. 6-30P NEMA No. 6-30R 250V-30AMP event, the unit does not operate, check the reset button located on or near the head of the power cord as part of the normal troubleshooting procedure.
  • Page 6 CAUTION To reduce the risk of personal injury be sure to have sufficient help when moving your unit. A room air conditioner can weigh between 70 and 240 pounds. 5. Using basepan handle, pull chassis straight out, slowly and evenly, until approximately 9-12 inches extends...
  • Page 7: General Operating Instructions

    Drain Cup Installation and Use Your air conditioner uses a system where the water removed from the indoor air (condensate) is channeled to the outdoor side of the unit. The outdoor fan blade has a “slinger” ring attached to it that dips into the water and slings the water onto the outdoor coil surface.
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Questions? Soleus Air Technical Support and Warranty Service line 1-888-8-SOLEUS. BEFOR E YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT Save these instructions for — local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT — Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
  • Page 9 Installation Instruction (Continuous)
  • Page 10 Save to reinstall later. B. Remove the ground screw and save to reinstall later. C. Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case. 4. PREPARE THE WINDOW Cut the window sash seal to the proper length.
  • Page 11 Installation Instructions (Continuous) 5. PREPARE THE CASE A. Install the top mounting rail with 4 type B screws from the inside of the case. B. Insert the frames for the accordion panels into the top mounting rail and the bottom frame guides.
  • Page 12 E. Use a wood block (not supplied) between the leveling bolts and the wall if the wall is weak or if the weight of the air conditioner falls between the studs in the wall. F. Extend the left and right accordion panels to the vertical window sashes.
  • Page 13 Installation Instructions (Continuous) 8. INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE A. Slide the air conditioner into the case. Do not push on the controls or the finned coils. Make sure the air conditioner is firmly seated. B. Reinstall the locking bracket and screw removed earlier.
  • Page 14: Operating Controls

    Operating Controls Fan Control OFF – Completely shuts off the unit. To prevent blowing fuses, wait two minutes after turning the unit off before turning it on again. LOW COOL – Filters and circulates room air with the fan running continuously on low speed. Also cools and dehu- midifies while the compressor is running.
  • Page 15: Before Calling Service

    The following is a list of problems that are sometimes encountered when using a room air conditioner. Possible cause and suggested remedies are given for each problem.
  • Page 16: When Service Is Required

    Any Questions? Most of your questions can be answered by your local Soleus Air brand dealer. Check with your dealer first if you need any further information regarding the operation, maintenance, or service of your unit. Then, if you should have any matters which are not resolved locally.
  • Page 17: Through-The-Wall Installation Instructions

    Thru-wall Installation Instructions Kit RS100 for Soleus Air brand Compact Room Air Conditioner Introduction This instruction sheet provides guidelines for installing a compact air conditioner through an outside wall. Installing an air conditioner through a wall requires extensive carpentry and/or masonry experience.
  • Page 18 (from side to side) and to obtain proper back slope. Front of case must project ¾-inch (minimum) beyond inside wall in order to attach air conditioner front frame. If framing indoor side of opening with wood molding (or other decorative material), extend outer case ¾-inch beyond...
  • Page 19: Specification

    Heating EER Electric Heat AMPS Electric Heat Watts Air Flow Volume (CFM) Dehumidifying Volume (Pint/Day) Refrigerant Charge (Ounce) Dimension (W/D/H)(inch) Dimension of Package (W/D/H)(inch) Net Weight /Gross Weight (lbs) KC-45H 17600/18000 16500/17000 8600/10700 208/230V~ 60Hz 150 P.S.I. 340 P.S.I. 9.7/8.9 1955/2000 8.8/8.3...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    Soleus International Inc. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air 18000 BTU Heat Pump Room Air Conditioner (KC-45H) to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for the period of parts specified below.

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