Connect Drain Hose - Pioneer WAS series Installation Manual

Step 5: Connect drain hose
By default, the drain hose is attached to the left-
hand side of unit (when you're facing the back
of the unit). However, it can also be attached to
the right-hand side.
1. To ensure proper drainage, attach the drain
hose on the same side that your refrigerant
piping exits the unit.
2. Attach drain hose extension (purchased
separately) to the end of drain hose.
3. Wrap the connection point rmly with Te on
tape to ensure a good seal and to prevent
leaks.
4. For the portion of the drain hose that will
remain indoors, wrap it with foam pipe
insulation to prevent condensation.
5. Remove the air filter and pour a small amount
of water into the drain pan to make sure that
water flows from the unit smoothly.
NOTE ON DRAIN HOSE
PLACEMENT
Make sure to arrange the drain hose
according to Fig. 3.5 .
DO NOT kink the drain hose.
DO NOT create a water trap.
DO NOT put the end of drain hose in
water or a container that will collect
water.
PLUG THE UNUSED DRAIN HOLE
To prevent unwanted leaks you must plug
the unused drain hole with the rubber plug
provided.
Make sure there are no
kinks or dent in drain
hose to ensure proper
Fig. 3.5
NOT CORRECT
Kinks in the drain hose
will create water traps.
Fig. 3.7
NOT CORRECT
Do not place the end
of the drain hose in
water or in containers
that collect water. This
will prevent proper
drainage.
CORRECT
drainage.
Fig. 3.6
NOT CORRECT
Kinks in the drain hose
will create water traps.
Fig. 3.8
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