5-2. INDOOR UNIT
GENERAL RULES OF DRAIN PIPING
● Install the drain pipe with downward slope (1/100 or more) and so there are no rises in the
pipe.
● Use general hard polyvinyl chloride pipe (ø3/4 [I.D.] ; ø1-1/16 [O.D.]) and connect it with
adhesive (polyvinyl chloride) so that there is no leakage.
● Support the drain pipe with supports each 60 to 78 in. (1.5 to 2 m)
● Do not install any air vents or traps.
● Always insulate the drain pipe to prevent condensation.
● When connecting the drain hose to the indoor unit, use the accessory band. (Except
compact wall mounted type and wall mounted type)
COMPACT CASSETTE TYPE
11 in. (300 mm)
or less
drain hose
(accessory)
Attached band
● Drain lift-up pipe restrictions:
(1) Lift-up height ≤ 27 in. (700 mm) (from ceiling)
(2) Drain hose (pipe) length ≤ 11 in. (300 mm) (between indoor unit and lift-up pipe)
● When a dimensions exceed the above restrictions will cause water leakage.
Downward
slope 1/100 or
more
ø3/4 [I.D.] ; ø1-1/16 [O.D.]
(Locally purchased)
Horizontal or
upward gradient
Prohibited
Air vent
Rise
Trap
- (06 - 53) -
60 to 78 in. (1.5 to 2.0 m)
Downward gradient
1/100 or more
Hanging fitting