Lennox Elite ELXC Series Installation Instructions Manual

THIS MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE
BUILDING OWNER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Installation and service must be
performed by a licensed professional HVAC installer or
equivalent, or service agency.
IMPORTANT
The Clean Air Act of 1990 bans the intentional venting of
refrigerant (CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs) as of July 1, 1992.
Approved methods of recovery, recycling or reclaiming
must be followed. Fines and/or incarceration may be
levied for noncompliance.
CAUTION
As with any mechanical equipment, contact with sharp
sheet metal edges can result in personal injury. Take
care while handling this equipment and wear gloves and
protective clothing.
WARNING
To prevent serious injury or death:
1. Lock-out/tag-out before performing maintenance.
2. If system power is required (e.g., smoke detector
maintenance), disable power to blower, remove fan
belt where applicable, and ensure all controllers
and thermostats are set to the "OFF" position before
performing maintenance.
3. Always keep hands, hair, clothing, jewelry, tools, etc.
away from moving parts.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
®
Elite ELXC Series
6 - 20 Ton
AIR CONDITIONERS
6 - 20 TONS
508322-01
10/2022

Table of Contents

Model Number Identification ..........................................2
Unit Dimensions, Corner Weights and Centers of Gravity 3
Unit Plumbing Parts Arrangement ..................................6
Unit Control Box Components Arrangement ................12
Rigging the Unit for Lifting ...........................................13
Installation Clearances ................................................14
Line Set .......................................................................14
Electrical Connections .................................................15
Refrigerant Charge ......................................................21
System Operation ........................................................21
Maintenance ................................................................22
Shipping and Packing List
Check the unit for shipping damage. If damaged or parts
are missing, immediately contact the last shipping carrier.
1 - Assembled outdoor unit
1 - Installation instructions
Outdoor Unit
Elite Series air conditioners, which will also be referred to
in this instruction as the outdoor unit, use HFC-410A re-
frigerant. This outdoor unit must be installed with a match-
ing indoor unit and line set as outlined in the Elite Series
Engineering Handbook.
This outdoor unit is designed for use in thermal expansion
valve (TXV) systems only.
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