Panasonic CS-XE9SKUA Service Manual page 32

11.3.6 Disposal of Outdoor Unit Drain Water
The unit should be mounted on a stand that suits to a local environmental requirement.
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When the Drain elbow being used, please ensure to:-
Provide a minimum clearance of 2" (50mm) to access the bottom of base pan.
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Seal the four 25/32" (20mm) diameter holes with Rubber caps (refer to illustration below).
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Use a rigid or flexible PVC pipe (local supply) to dispose drained water from the elbow or use a stainless
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steel tray (local supplied) to collect and dispose water.
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If the unit is used in an area where temperature falls below 32°F (0°C) for 2 or 3 consecutive days, it is
recommended not to use the Drain elbow and Rubber caps, water from defrost process will trap, freeze up and
obstruct fan rotation. Water may drip from the basepan hole area during defrost function, do not stand or place
objects underneath.
Rubber cap
x 4
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Drain
elbow