LG MULTI V S ARUN038GSS4 Installation Manual

LG MULTI V S ARUN038GSS4 Installation Manual

Variable refrigerant flow outdoor units 3.0, 4.0, and 4.4 tons
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Variable Refrigerant Flow Outdoor Units
3.0, 4.0, and 4.4 Tons

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL Variable Refrigerant Flow Outdoor Units 3.0, 4.0, and 4.4 Tons...
  • Page 2 4. For more materials such as submittals, catalogs, engineering, installation, owner’s, and service manuals, visit www.lghvac.com. For continual product development, LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. reserves the right to change specifications without notice. © LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
  • Page 3 It may result in an accident that causes physical injury or death. been installed or serviced. illness or death. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 4 There is a risk of product failure. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 5 System may malfunction. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 6 Non-secured covers can result in malfunction due to dust or water in the service panel. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 7 Caution for Refrigerant Leaks ....................................71-72 Installation Checklists ......................................73-84 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 8 MOCP Quantity ARUN038GSS4 19.5 ARUN048GSS4 23.1 ARUN053GSS4 25.2 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 9 551 psi design pressure of R410A. Inadequate piping may fail when pressurized. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 10 27-1/2 inches away from the outdoor unit to allow for airflow. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 11 Inform the customer of this possibility in advance. Ground Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 12 Building Overhang and No Side Walls LF H Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 13 Overhang and No Side Walls LF > H Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 14 Before Installation to freeze, resulting in operation malfunction. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 15 Anchor Bolt 3" 7-7/8" 7-7/8" 3-15/16" Anchor Bolt Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 16 5/8 ~ 11/16 5/8 ~ 11/16 3/4 ~ 13/16 5/8 ~ 11/16 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 17 • Do not use a saw to cut pipe. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 18 .039 .042 .045 .050 .050 Coils O60 Temper Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 19 • Prevent dust, water or other contaminants from entering the piping during installation. Contaminants can cause mechanical failure. LG Engineered Y-branch Kits and Header Kits LG Y-branch and Header kits are highly engineered devices designed to evenly divide the flow of refrigerant, and are used to join one pipe segment to two or more segments.
  • Page 20 49 feet. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 21 Ambient air temperature (°F) Inches to feet conversion (12 in./ft.) Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 22 Pipe length baseline temperature = 0°F. "Expansion of Carbon, Copper and Stainless Steel Pipe," , www.engineeringtoolbox.com. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 23 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 24 Field-Provided Isolation Ball Valves LG maintains a neutral position on using isolation valves in VRF refrigerant piping systems. LG does not endorse any manufacturer of isola- tion valves. It is recognized that installing isolation valves may simplify future maintenance requirements, and, if used, considerations should be taken including, but not limited to, the following: •...
  • Page 25 Max. 12" Max. 12" Max. 12" Max. 12" Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 26 Support Band Down Stop Hexagonal Nut Refrigerant Pipe Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 27 Brazed Brazed ARUN048GSS4 Brazed Brazed ARUN053GSS4 Brazed Brazed Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 28 3. Remove the leak prevention cap. Leak Prevention Cap Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 29 Values calculated based on formula and factors from www.sporlanonline.com. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 30 • See pages 31 - 33 for refrigerant pipe diam- eter and pipe length tables. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 31 • Y-branches and other header branches cannot be installed downstream of the initial header branch. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 32 9,600-24,200 Btu/h 4-way 3 feet x 3 feet Cassette and 15,400-24,200 Btu/h High Static Ducted indoor units have Ø3/8 (liquid) and Ø5/8 (vapor). Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 33 Table 24: Example System Pipe Segment Sizes. Segment Tag B1.1 B2.1 B2.2 B2.3 B2.4 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 34 ® ® To ensure that the refrigerant piping design meets LG’s quality standards, a LATS refrigerant piping design must be provided with created and provided to LG prior to system commissioning to ensure the proper pipe size has not changed.
  • Page 35 First Main Pipe Distribution Second Main Pipe Distribution Header Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 36 O.D. 3/4 I.D. 1 13-1/16 3-3/16 2-3/4 4-3/8 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 37 I.D. 3/8 I.D. 1-1/8 I.D. 1 I.D. 7/8 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 38 Outdoor Unit PCB. cause system malfunction. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 39 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 40 Thus, 80.6 - 68 x 0.01 = 0.126. In this case, the pressure drop of 0.126 was due to temperature difference, therefore, there is no leak in the refrigerant piping system. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 41 If trim charge is negative, remove refrigerant. If trim charge is positive, add refrigerant. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 42 If the added refrigerant charge is more than 10% over the neces- sary amount, indoor unit operation may malfunction. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 43 • Be sure to fully insulate the piping connections. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 44 (dew point temperature: more than 73°F), condensate is likely to form. If of more than 248°F. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 45 Insulation thickness (value in parenthesis) = 3/4 inch. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 46 Applying Insulation to Y-Branch and Header Fittings point where the insulation jacket ends. Remove the jacket. Install field-supplied insulation on the pipe segments first, and then install the LG provided insulation plugs on the ends of all unused Header ports. Apply the clam-shell insulation on jackets to Y-branch and Header fittings last.
  • Page 47 Do not run the power wiring and the communication cable in the same conduit. • Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 48 Gap Attach Firmly Communication Cable View A Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 49 3(B) or 5(B). • cable is 984 feet. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 50 Do not over tighten the connections; over-tightening may damage the terminals. injury or death. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 51 Figure 61: Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 52 NEVER splice, cut, or extend cable length with field provided cable. If the length needs to be extended, the LG Extension Kit (sold separately) must be used. A maximum of four (4) kits (up to 165 On All Indoor Unit Styles feet) can be used.
  • Page 53 208-230V / 60Hz / 1Ø Efficiency Level 1 or 5 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 54 SW01C ( Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 55 (15) indoor units are connected and the automatic addressing has been Auto Addressing Successful. successfully completed. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 56 IDU(A) and IDU(B) of the outdoor unit. 10. Replace the control panel cover. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 57 • Addresses can be assigned at random, not in any particular order, and can be skipped. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 58 Can be assigned at will or for example, can follow the room layout on each floor. For each LG Central Controller product provided on the project, devise a central control address schedule and assign a central control address to each indoor unit(s) Hydro Kit(s), and ERV(s) units. Record this central control address for each component in the column provided on the Pre-commissioning Device Configuration Worksheet.
  • Page 59 17. Repeat Steps 9 to 16 for each Slave indoor unit except the last one in the group. At the last Slave indoor unit, the process is the same same socket. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 60 • Install the Cool / Heat Selector first if the other functions are to be used. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 61 • Cooling capacity may be reduced if the outdoor unit RPM is op15 10.5 lowered. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 62 • If a function is not used, set it to OFF. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 63 Target pressure is set. • Change power consumption or capacity. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 64 503********* and Higher 504********* and Higher Gen 4 Software Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 65 • Unit Conversion: Converts metric values to imperial values. installed. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 66 ® XP/Vista/7 32 bit (recommended), 64 bit installed. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 67 • • Refrigerant charge is too high (overcharge). For detailed information on how to troubleshoot each error, see the Multi V S Service Manual on www.lg-vrf.com. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification.
  • Page 68 130% of the nominal outdoor unit capacity. For detailed information on how to troubleshoot each error, see the Multi V S Service Manual on www.lg-vrf.com. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification.
  • Page 69 Disconnection or short circuit of outdoor unit oil level sensor. For detailed information on how to troubleshoot each error, see the Multi V S Service Manual on www.lg-vrf.com. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification.
  • Page 70 For detailed information on how to troubleshoot each error, see the Multi V S Service Manual on www.lg-vrf.com. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 71 ASHRAE Standard 15 / 34 and addenda current as of the date of this publication. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 72 Gas Leak Detector Indoor Unit Ventilation Inlet / Outlet Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 74 (Optional) R410A rated full port ball valves were used at all indoor units and at will in the refrigerant piping network. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 75 Record Communication Voltage Range High ___________ VDC Low ____________ VDC LG-supplied cable was used between each indoor unit and its zone controller. No cables were spliced and no wire caps are present. Communication type RS-485–BUS type. Power wiring to the outdoor unit must be solid or stranded, and must comply with all local and national electrical codes.
  • Page 76 Major Component Rough-In Piping and Insulation Brazing Practices Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 77 Installation Refrigerant Piping Installation—Power Wire and Communications Cables Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 78 (If the valves were opened, the factory refrigerant charge has been released.) Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 79 (Authorized Signature) Address: ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________________________________________ Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 80 PRE-COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Page 3 Notes for the Commissioning Agent Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 81 PRE-COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Page 4 Notes for the Commissioning Agent Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 82 Prepare Pre-commissioning Package Documents Initiate a Commissioning Request Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 83 Initiate a Commissioning Request Commissioning Agent Name: Commissioning Agent Signature: Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 84 If trim charge is negative, remove refrigerant. If trim charge is positive, add refrigerant. Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. “LG” is a registered trademark of LG Corp.
  • Page 85 20001747 ISO 9001: 2008 LG ELECTRONICS INC. Refer to Service Manuals posted on www.lghvac.com for a full description of all error codes and work-arounds. LG Electronics Products Support 1-888-865-3026 USA LG Electronics, U.S.A., Inc. Follow the prompts for HVAC products.

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