Make A Hole - Panasonic S-22ML1E5 Installation Instructions Manual

(2) Press the 2 marks on the frame cover and disengage
the stationary tabs from the frame. (Fig. 3-32)
Rear panel
(3) Remove the rear panel.
NOT E
Tubing can be extended in 5 directions as shown in Fig. 3-33.
Select the direction you need providing the shortest run to the
outside unit.
Left
tubing
Left-rear
tubing
● When left tubing is to be done, switch the drain hose and
drain cap. (For details, refer to "Switching drain hose and
drain cap".)

3-12. Make a Hole

(1) Place the rear panel from the indoor unit on the wall at the
location selected. Make sure the panel is horizontal, using
a carpenter's level or tape measure to measure down from
the ceiling. Wait until after cutting the hole before attaching
the rear panel to the wall.
(2) Determine which side of the unit you should make the hole
for tubing and wiring. (Fig. 3-34)
70 mm
NOT E
In the case of left-rear tubing, use the measurement points from
the edge of the rear panel for precise placement of the hose
outlet. (Fig. 3-34)
(3) Before making the hole, check carefully that no studs or
pipes are directly run behind the spot to be cut.
marks
Fig. 3-32
Right-rear
tubing
(recommended)
Right tubing
Downward tubing
Fig. 3-33
Fig. 3-34
CAUTION
Also avoid areas where electrical wiring or conduits are
located.
The above precautions are also applicable if tubing goes
through the wall in any other location.
(4) Using a sabre saw, key hole saw or hole-cutting drill
attachment, cut a hole in the wall. (Fig. 3-35)
N OT E
Hole should be made at a slight downward slant to the outdoor
side.
Table 3-2
S-22MK1E5 / S-28MK1E5 / S-36MK1E5
(5) Measure the thickness of the wall from the inside edge to
the outside edge and cut PVC pipe at a slight angle 6 mm
shorter than the thickness of the wall. (Fig. 3-36)
PVC pipe (Locally purchased)
(6) Place the plastic cover over the end of the pipe (for indoor
side only) and insert the pipe in the wall. (Fig. 3-37)
INSIDE
Plastic cover
(Locally purchased)
13
Outdoor
Indoor
side
side
Hole Dia. (mm)
65
Cut at slight angle
OUTSIDE
Wall
Slight
angle
Fig. 3-35
Fig. 3-36
PVC pipe
Fig. 3-37