DURASTAR DRAF18F1A Installation Manual
Floor/ceiling indoor unitsplit-style air conditioner
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INSTALLATION MANUAL
FLOOR/CEILING INDOOR UNIT
SPLIT-STYLE AIR CONDITIONER
DRAF18F1A, DRAF24F1A
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Summary of Contents for DURASTAR DRAF18F1A
- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL FLOOR/CEILING INDOOR UNIT SPLIT-STYLE AIR CONDITIONER DRAF18F1A, DRAF24F1A Model Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Installing Contractor Company Name: Capture relevant information about your Durastar mini-split equipment before it is installed and write it above for future reference. DURASTAR.COM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
STEP 3: DRILL WALL HOLE FOR CONNECTIVE PIPING ............. 16 STEP 4: CONNECT DRAIN PIPE ......................16 STEP 5: CONNECT SIGNAL CABLE ....................17 STEP 6: PREPARE REFRIGERANT PIPING .................. 19 STEP 7: WRAP PIPES AND CABLE ....................19 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................20 DURASTAR.COM... -
Page 3: Introduction
• Read the troubleshooting section of this manual as it will help you diagnose and solve common issues. • Visit us on the web at www.durastar.com to download product guides and up-to-date information. • If you need warranty service, our friendly customer service representatives are available via email at questions@durastar.com or by telephone at 1-888-320-0706. -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
Do not wash the air conditioner with water as this could cause an electric shock. • Disconnect the power supply by turning it off at the circuit breaker when cleaning the air conditioner. Otherwise, you could risk electric shock. DURASTAR.COM... - Page 5 • The air conditioner’s circuit board (PCB) is designed with a fuse to provide overcurrent protection. The specifications of the fuse are printed on the circuit board. DURASTAR.COM...
- Page 6 Do not climb onto or place objects on top of the outdoor unit. • Do not allow the air conditioner to operate for long periods of time with doors or windows open, or if the humidity is very high. DURASTAR.COM...
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Page 7: Operating Temperatures
Regularly inspect and clean air filters. NOTE Your Durastar air conditioner's outdoor unit is equipped with a base pan heater, allowing it to continue to operate at freezing temperatures as low as -13°F (-25°C). When outdoor air temperatures are at or below 32°F (0°C), we strongly recommend keeping the unit plugged in at all times to ensure smooth ongoing performance. -
Page 8: Accessories
Indoor and outdoor connection wire • Outdoor power supply cord • Drain pipe • Pipe and cable wrapping tape • Wall hole sleeve and cover • Putty • Wiring u-lugs • Suspension bolts and necessary hardware to hang indoor unit (if ceiling mounted) DURASTAR.COM... - Page 9 Refrigerant leak detector • Copper pipe cutter • Flaring tool • Burr reamer • Crescent or spanner wrench • Hexagonal wrench set • Torque wrench • Multimeter • Electroprobe • Level • Hammer • Wire strippers • Wire crimper DURASTAR.COM...
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Page 10: Parts Identification
Signal Cable and Refrigerant Pipes Outdoor Unit Air Inlets Signal Cable, Refrigerant Pipes, and Drain Pipe Wiring Terminal Valve Cover Air Outlet NOTE Illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes. The actual shape of your mini-split equipment may vary slightly. DURASTAR.COM... -
Page 11: Installation Overview - Indoor Unit
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW - INDOOR UNIT Install the indoor unit Install the drain pipe Install the outdoor unit Evacuate and charge the Connect the refrigerant Connect the wires refrigeration system pipes Perform a test run DURASTAR.COM... -
Page 12: Indoor Unit Installation
If there is no pre-existing refrigerant piping, when choosing a location, leave ample room for a wall hole (see Step 3: Drill Wall Hole for Connective Piping) for the signal cable and refrigerant piping that connect the indoor and outdoor units. DURASTAR.COM... -
Page 13: Step 2: Mount Indoor Unit
(liquid) Mounting hook A - inch (mm) B - inch (mm) C - inch (mm) D - inch (mm) E - inch (mm) 42 1/16” (1068mm) 26 9/16” (675mm) 9 1/4” (235mm) 38 11/16” (983mm) 8 11/16” (220mm) DURASTAR.COM... - Page 14 Liquid pipe connection Gas pipe connection Drain port Downward slope ≥1/100 WARNING Ensure that the drain slope has a gradient of 1/100 or greater. Improper installation can cause the drain pipe to back up into the unit and water leaks. DURASTAR.COM...
- Page 15 4. Mount the indoor unit. Insert the wall bolts into the unit's mounting hook holes and secure in place. The unit should not shift or wobble when completed. 5. Mount the conduit installation plate to the electrical box as shown below. Conduit Electrical box Screws Conduit installation plate DURASTAR.COM...
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Page 16: Step 3: Drill Wall Hole For Connective Piping
Make sure it secured tightly and can not be easily pulled loose. 2. Insulate the connecting port and pipe with the accessory sheath provided. Drain pipe Drain Pipe Model Inner Diameter DRAF18F1A 1” (25mm) DRAF24F1A 1” (25mm) Drain pipe Pipe clamp... -
Page 17: Step 5: Connect Signal Cable
12. To avoid getting an electric shock, never touch the electrical components soon after the power supply has been turned off. After turning off the power, always wait 10 minutes or more before you touch the electrical components. WARNING Before performing any electrical or wiring work, turn off the main power to the system. DURASTAR.COM... - Page 18 Screw the cable clamp down tightly. 7. Replace the control box lid. Wire outlet Control box Wiring diagram WARNING All wiring must be performed strictly in accordance with the wiring diagram located on the inside of the control box lid. DURASTAR.COM...
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Page 19: Step 6: Prepare Refrigerant Piping
When wrapping the bundle, keep the ends of the piping unwrapped. You need to access them to test for leaks at the end of the installation process (refer to Electrical and Gas Leak Checks section of your outdoor unit's installation manual). DURASTAR.COM... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
The indoor unit makes A rushing air sound may occur when the louver resets its position. noises A squeaking sound may occur after running the unit in HEAT mode due to expansion and contraction of the unit’s plastic parts. DURASTAR.COM... - Page 21 • Press ON/OFF button on remote control to restart operation. NOTE If problem persists, contact a local dealer or your nearest customer service center. Provide them with a detailed description of the unit malfunction as well as your model number. DURASTAR.COM...
- Page 22 Incompressible gas or moisture has Evacuate and recharge the system with entered the system refrigerant The compressor is broken Replace the compressor The voltage is too high or too low Install a manostat to regulate the voltage DURASTAR.COM...
- Page 23 If the problem persists, disconnect the power and contact your nearest customer appears service center. NOTE If your problem persists after performing the checks and diagnostics above, turn off your unit immediately and contact an authorized service center. DURASTAR.COM...
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