Air Evacuation; Evacuation Instructions; Test Run - Pioneer RAB Series Installation Manual

Test Run

Before the Test Run
A test run must be performed after the entire
system has been fully installed. Confirm
the following points prior to performing the test:
a) The indoor and outdoor units are properly
installed.
b) Piping and wiring are properly connected.
c) No obstacles are near the inlet and outlet of
the unit that might cause poor performance
or product malfunction.
d) The refrigeration system does not leak.
e) The drainage system is unimpeded and is
draining to a safe location.
f) The heating insulation is properly installed.
g) The grounding wires are properly connected.
h) The length of the piping and the additional
refrigerant stow capacity have been
recorded.
i) The power voltage is the correct voltage
for the air conditioner.
CAUTION
Failure to perform the test run may result in unit
damage, property damage, or personal injury.
Test Run Instructions
1. Open both the liquid and gas stop valves.
2. Turn on the main power switch, and allow the
unit to warm up.
3. Set the air conditioner to COOL mode.
4. For the Indoor Unit
a. Ensure the remote control and its buttons
work properly.
b. Ensure the louvers move properly and can
be changed by using the remote control.
c. Double check to see if the room
temperature is registered correctly.
d. Ensure that the indicators on the remote
control and the display panel on the indoor
unit work properly.
e. Ensure that the manual buttons on the indoor
unit work properly.
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f. Check to see that the drainage system is
unimpeded, is and draining smoothly.
g. Ensure there is no vibration or abnormal
noise during operation.
5. For the Outdoor Unit
a. Check to see if the refrigeration system is
leaking.
b. Make sure that there is no vibration or
abnormal noise during operation.
c. Ensure that the wind, noise, and water
generated by the unit do not disturb your
neighbors, or pose a safety hazard.
6. Drainage Test
a. Ensure that the drainpipe flows smoothly.
New buildings should perform this test
before finishing the ceiling.
b. Remove the test cover. Add 2,000 ml of
water to the tank through the attached
tube.
c. Turn on the main power switch, and run
the air conditioner in COOL mode.
d. Listen to the sound of the drain pump to
see if it makes any unusual noises.
e. Check to see that the water has discharged.
It may take up to one minute before the
unit begins to drain, depending on the
drainpipe.
f. Make sure that there are no leaks in any of
the pipings.
g. Stop the air conditioner. Turn off the main
power switch, and reinstall the test cover.
NOTE: If the unit malfunctions or does not
operate according to your expectations, please
refer to the Troubleshooting section of the
Owner' s Manual before calling customer service.
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