Midea CLIVET SINGLESplit STELVIO MH2-Y Series Manual page 42

2.4 Outdoor unit installation
2.4.1 Installation Site
Before installing the outdoor unit, you must choose an
appropriate position. The following guidelines may help
you choose a suitable position for the unit.
The installation location must have the following
characteristics:
– the space available for installation must fulfil the
requirements indicated (see "Fig. 3")
– good air circulation and ventilation
– stability and strength - the load capacity must be
sufficient to support the weight of the unit and
there must be no vibrations
– the noise emitted by the unit must not disturb other
people
– the position must be protected from prolonged
exposure to sunlight or rain
300mm
200mm
d
It is PROHIBITED to install the outdoor
unit in the following places:
– near an obstacle blocking the air inlets and
outlets;
– near a public road, crowded areas or places
where the noise from the unit may cause
disturbance to others;
– near animals or plants that may be disturbed
by the hot air coming out;
– near combustible gas sources;
– in very dusty places;
– in places excessively exposed to salty air.
10
600mm
300mm
600mm
Fig. 3
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR
EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS
If the unit is exposed to strong wind:
Install the unit so that the air outlet fan is 90° to the
direction of the wind. If necessary, place a barrier in front
of the unit to protect it from particularly strong winds.
Strong
wind
If the unit is often exposed to heavy rain or snow:
Install a canopy above the unit to protect it from rain
or snow. Make sure the airflow around the unit is not
obstructed.
If the unit is often exposed to salty air (coastal areas):
Use an outdoor unit specifically designed to resist
corrosion.
Installation
Strong
wind
Wind barrier
Strong wind
Fig. 4