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Installation and Maintenance IM 962-4 Group: Applied Air Systems Part Number: IM 962-4 Date: June 2023 Air-Cooled Split System Condensing Units Models RCS 06G – 20F 6.5 to 20 Tons R-410A Refrigerant 6.5 – 7.5 Tons 10.0 – 12.0 Tons 15.0 –...
Introduction Introduction This manual contains the installation and operating instructions for your split condensing unit. There are a few precautions that should be taken to derive maximum satisfaction from it. Improper installation can result in unsatisfactory operation or Hazard Identification Information dangerous conditions.
Introduction Standard Unit Features Cabinet — Galvanized steel with a durable powder paint Service Access — The control box, as well as the compressor finish. Stamped louvered panels offer 100% protection for the and other refrigerant controls, is accessible through access condenser coil.
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Introduction Figure 2: RCS 10G – 20F Ton Features www.DaikinApplied.com IM 962-4 • AIR-COOLED SPLIT SYSTEM CONDENSERS...
Physical Data Physical Data Unit Capacity and Physical Data Table 5: RCS 06G – 20F Physical Data Model 06G Single 07G Single 10G Single 12F Tandem 15F Tandem 20F Tandem Capacity and Weight Capacity (tons) [kW] 6 .5 [22 .9] 7 .5 [26 .4] 10 [35 .2] 12 [42 .2]...
Electrical Data Electrical Data Power Wiring Table 6: RCS 06G – 20F Electrical Data Model Compressor Motor Voltage 208/230 460- 208/230 208/230 208/230 208/230 208/230 Phase and hertz 3 – 60 Number of compressors Operating Current Rated load amps 11 .8 27 .9 13 .6 32 .6...
Installation Installation Regular maintenance will reduce the buildup of contaminants and help to protect the unit’s finish. Order Parts • Frequent washing of the cabinet, fan blade and coil with fresh water will remove most of the salt or other When reporting shortages or damaged parts, or when ordering contaminants that build up on the unit.
Installation Rooftop Installation Table 7: RCS 06G through 20F Operating Weights Total Corner weight lbs. [kg] If rooftop installation is required, make certain that the building weight model construction is adequate for the weight of the unit. (Table lbs. [kg] Before placing the unit on the roof, make certain that the nylon 245 [111 .1] 71 [32 .2]...
Installation Installation of Piping Typical Piping Recommendations The following will be of help in accomplishing a successful WARNING 1 . Size liquid line for no more than 10°F loss which Do not use oxygen to purge lines or pressure system for leak test. Oxygen corresponds to approximately 3 psig pressure drop.
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Installation Table 9: Recommended Vapor and Liquid Line Sizes for Various Lengths of Run Recommended Vapor and Liquid Line Sizes for Various Lengths of Run Equivalent Cooling Model Length to Liquid Line O.D. Sizes (in) Vapor Line O.D. Sizes (in) Evaporator (ft) 0 to 15...
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Installation Electrical Wiring Figure 13: Coil Above Condensing Unit NOTE: Field wiring must comply with the National Electric Code (CEC in Canada) and any local ordinance that may apply. Electrical Power It is important that proper electrical power is available at the unit.
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Installation Thermostat Table 10: Field Wire Size for 24 Volt Thermostat An appropriate thermostat should be mounted on an inside wall Thermostat Load Solid Copper Wire –AWG Amps in a location where it will not be affected by the sun or drafts, 3 .0 from open doors or other sources.
Installation Refrigerant Charge Tools Required for Installing and Servicing R410A Models Leak Testing Manifold Sets: Pressurize line set and coil through service fittings with dry nitrogen to 150 psig maximum. Leak test all joints using liquid • Up to 800 PSIG High side detergent.
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Installation Quick Reference Guide for R410A Evacuation and Charging • R410A refrigerant operates at approximately 60% higher The evacuation of any system component that has been pressure (1.6 times) than R22. Ensure that servicing exposed to atmosphere or lost its charge is essential before equipment is designed to operate with R410A.
Installation 17 . Adjust refrigerant charge to obtain pressures indicated 21 . Replace service port caps and valve stem caps. These in the temperature/pressure Charging Charts starting on caps must be replaced to prevent leaks. page 21 . 22 . Record total charge quantity on rating plate. 18 .
Installation Accessory Installation Optional Service Valve 1 . Remove clamp securing suction line ext. tube (if Louvered Panels applicable). 1 . Remove two screws from top panel where louver will 2 . Remove connector panel “A”. install. 3 . Remove suction line ext. tube by sweating at reducer/ 2 .
Replacement Parts operation . • For maximum efficiency, the condenser coil must be To find your local Daikin Applied Certified Parts Distributor, go kept clean. Periodic inspections, depending on local to www.DaikinApplied.com and select Parts Locator. conditions are recommended. If it is necessary to clean the condenser coil, use a common garden hose.
. 1 . Contact the Daikin Applied Parts Department for compressor availability. 2 . Send a completed parts order form to the Daikin Applied Parts Department . 3 . The Parts Department processes the order and the compressors are shipped from our Dayton, OH warehouse via ground transportation.
RCS Condensing Equipment Warranty Registration Form To comply with the terms of Daikin Applied Warranty, complete and return this form within 10 days to the Warranty Department of Daikin Applied. Check, test, and start procedure for Rooftop roof mounted air conditioners with or without heat recovery and roof mounted air handlers.
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Warranty Registration Form RCS Equipment Warranty Registration Form (continued) Select Yes or No. If not applicable to the type of unit, select N/A. I. INITIAL CHECK A . Is any shipping damage visible? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes B.
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AAH.Wty_WAR_forms@daikinapplied.com Please fi ll out the Daikin Applied “Quality Assurance Survey Report” and list any additional comments that could aff ect the operation of this unit; e.g., shipping damage, failed components, adverse installation applications, etc. If additional comment space is needed, write the comment(s) on a separate sheet, attach it to the Survey Report and return it to the Warranty Department of Daikin Applied with the completed Equipment Warranty Registration form.
Poor 10 . How would you rate the overall quality of the product? Excellent Good Fair Poor 11 . How does the quality of Daikin Applied products rank in relation to competitive products? Excellent Good Fair Poor Comments _______________________________________________________________________________________ Please list any additional comments which could aff ect the operation of this unit; i.e., shipping damage, failed components, adverse installation applications, etc. If additional comment space is needed, write the comment(s) on a separate sheet, attach the sheet to this completed Quality Assurance Survey Report, and return it to the Warranty Department with the completed preceding “Equipment Warranty Registration Form”.
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Now that you have made an investment in modern, efficient Daikin Applied equipment, its care should be a high priority. For training information on all Daikin Applied HVAC products, please visit us at www. DaikinApplied.com and click on Training, or call 540-248-9646 and ask for the Training Department.