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Air Handler with DX-Kit Air Handler Standard PSC Single Piece, Multi-Position Compatibility DX-Kit and Air Handler DX-Kit Air Handler Combined Model Model (H, Y) MAHP18B21S EXV-018E AP18BX21 (H, Y) MAHP24B21S EXV-024E AP24BX21 (H, Y) MAHP30B21S EXV-030E AP30BX21 (H, Y) MAHP36B21S EXV-036E...
Air Handler 1. Introduction This manual is for this Air Handler and the DX Kit. Read this "Installation and Maintenance Manual" carefully before installing this product. Read through the applicable product documentation for other units in the system as well. Provide this manual and the warranty to all installers and users.
This system should be installed by personnel certi ed by Johnson Controls, Inc. Personnel must be quali ed according to local, state and national building and safety codes and regulations. Incorrect installation could cause leaks, electric shock, re or explosion. In areas where Seismic ‘’Performance...
DO NOT lift air handler by the cabinet braces. The cabinet braces are held in place by the coil channels. The cabinet braces could become disengaged from the cabinet causing the air handler to fall, potentially causing injury or damaging property. See Figure 1 for location of cabinet braces. Lift the air handler by tightly gripping the casing.
Inspection As soon as you receive the Air Handler, check to be sure it is still under pressure per Figure 2. Inspect the coil for possible damage during transit. If damage is evident, note the extent of the damage on the carrier’s freight bill.
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Air Handler Voltage Normal Operating* Voltage Range 208V/230V-1-60 188V-253V Rated in accordance with ARI Standard 110, utilization range "A." Clearances You must take clearances into consideration, and provide for them as follows: Refrigerant piping and connections - minimum 12” recommended for clearances to braze and service the joint.
Air Handler Con guration These air handler units are supplied ready to be installed in an up ow or horizontal left position. Refer to Figure 4. If the unit requires either down ow or horizontal right air ow con gurations, the unit must have the coil assembly repositioned.
Note the numbered position of the coil slide rail located at the upper right hand side of the indoor coil com- partment. Remove slide rail from air handler cabinet by removing front screw and lowering bracket down to disengage hook on back of slide rail. 5.
4. Duct Work and Connections For air supply and return, use up ow, horizontal, or down ow, as applicable to the installation. The vast majority of problems encountered with heating and cooling systems are linked to improperly designed or installed duct systems. The success of an installation highly depends upon the proper design and installation of the duct system.
Dimension in Inches Air Handler Cabinet Size 17-1/2 Width-Short H 17-1/2 Width-Short H 47-1/2 21 Width –Short H 21-1/2 51-1/2 21 Width –Short H 21-1/2 55-3/4 24-1/2 Width 21-1/2 55-1/2 Figure 6. Horizontal Suspension Duct Flanges Three duct anges are provided to assist in positioning and attaching duct work to the air handler. These anges are included in the unit parts bag.
RECOMMENDED SUGGESTED LOCATION TRANSITION OF BLOCK OFF PLATE A0332-001 Figure 8 Duct Work Transition Unit Connections There are several ways to handle the supply and return air duct connections. The location and sizing of the connections depends on the situation and the method best suited to the installation. Up ow, horizontal or down ow applications may be used.
6. Refrigerant Line Connection Coil is under inert gas pressure. Relieve pressure from coil by depressing Schrader core at the end of the suction-manifold stub out. Always supply dry nitrogen through the tubing while it is being brazed. Unless an inert atmosphere is provided, the temperature required is high enough to cause oxidation of the copper.
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Step 5. Attach the brass nut to the accessory piping Step 6. Attach the Te on ring to seal the two connec- tions together . Do not re-install the piston. Step 7. Attach the accessory piping to the distributor body. Tighten the nut with a torque of 16-20 ft-lbs. Then, manually raise the distributor body to align with the liquid line connection hole.
7. Condensate Drain Connections Trap all drain lines a minimum of three inches, pitch them away from unit drain pan, and ensure they are not smaller than the coil drain connection. DO NOT use Te on™ tape, pipe thread compound, or other sealants. The use of a sealant may cause damage and premature failure of the drain pan.
9. Line Power Connections Power may be brought into the unit through the supply air end of the unit (top left when unit is in the up ow vertical position) or the left side panel. Use the hole appropriate to the unit’s orientation in each installation to bring conduit from the disconnect.
10. Blower Speed Connections Adjust blower motor speed to provide air ow within the minimum and maximum limits approved for indoor coil, electric heat and outdoor unit. Speed tap adjustments are made by the optional controller. Air ow data is shown in Unit Data, (Section 11), Table 11.
Table 3. Electrical Data - Cooling Only Models Motor FLA Minimum Circuit Ampacity 48C/48D 60C/60D FLA = Full Load Amps. MOP = Maximum Overcurrent Protection device; must be HACR type service disconnect or time delay fuse. Refer to local codes to determine the correct wire size. Table 4.
12. Maintenance Filters must be cleaned or replaced when they become dirty. Inspect at least once per month. The frequency of cleaning depends upon the hours of operation and the local atmospheric conditions. Clean lters keep unit ef ciency high. Coil Cleaning If the coil needs to be cleaned, use water to clean.
14. Installation Veri cation Prior to and during the accomplishment of the installation procedures, verify all tasks are accomplished as indicated in these instructions. WERE THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY DRAINS TRAPPED CORRECTLY? PLUG (UNUSED SECONDARY DRAIN) SECONDARY 3” MINIMUM PRIMARY PREMADE TRAPS HANDMADE TRAP A0272-001...
Important Notice Johnson Controls Inc. pursues a policy of continuing improvement in design and performance in its products. As such, Johnson Controls Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice. Johnson Controls Inc. cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard.
Refer back to these safety instructions as needed. This system should be installed by personnel certi ed by Johnson Controls, Inc. Personnel must be quali ed according to local, state and national building and safety codes and regulations. Incorrect installation could cause leaks, electric shock, re or explosion.
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This unit is the pressurized system. Never loosen threaded joints while the system is under pressure and never open pressurized system parts. Johnson Controls will not assume any liability for injuries or damage caused by not following steps outlined or described in this manual. Unauthorized modi cations to Johnson Controls products are prohibited as they…...
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Installation Precautions To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, the following installation precautions must be followed. When installing the unit into… A wall: Make sure the wall is strong enough to hold the unit’s weight. It may be necessary to construct a strong wood or metal frame to provide added support.
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Controls uses only refrigerants that have been approved for use in the unit’s intended home country or market. Johnson Controls distributors similarly are only authorized to provide refrigerants that have been approved for use in the countries or markets they serve. The refrigerant used in this unit is identi ed on the unit’s faceplate and/or in the associated manuals.
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Electrical Precautions Take the following precautions to reduce the risk of electric shock, re or explosion resulting in serious injury or death. Highly dangerous electrical voltages are used in this system. Carefully refer to the wiring diagram and these instructions when wiring. Improper connections and inadequate grounding can cause serious injury or death.
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Electrical Installation In some cases, the packaged air conditioner may not be operated normally under the following cases: When electrical power for the packaged air conditioner is supplied from the same power transformer as the device*. When the power supply wiring for the device* and the packaged air conditioner are located close to each other: Device*: (Example): Lift, container crane, recti er for electric railway, inverter power device, arc furnace, electric furnace, large-sized induction motor, and large-sized switch.
17. Before Installation 17.1 About DX-Kit DX-Kit is an interface kit designed to control the air handlers using a fan motor control and expansion valve control depending on the air inlet or outlet temperatures. The combination capacity of indoor unit against the outdoor unit is selected depending on the outdoor unit minimum and maximum capacity ratio.
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17.2 Applicable Model This DX-Kit is compatible with the following air handler models. DX-Kit Model Air Handler Model EXV-018E AP18BX21 EXV-024E AP24BX21 EXV-030E AP30BX21 EXV-036E AP36BX21, AP36CX21 EXV-048E AP48DX21, AP48CX21 EXV-060E AP60DX21, AP60CX21 Ensure the installation distance between this DX-Kit and the air handler is the shortest possible. For the piping length, keep a maximum distance of 16.4ft (5 m) between the air handler and the expansion valve box.
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17.4 Factory-Supplied Accessories Check to ensure that the following accessories are packed with this product. Accessory Qty. Purpose Control Box System Control Box Expansion Valve Box Expansion Valve for Refrigerant Cycle Control Temperature Sensing: Thermistor Air Inlet (Blue), Air Outlet (Red), Gas Pipe (Yellow), Liquid Pipe (Black) To Extend Thermistor Length: Thermistor Extension...
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17.5 Field-Supplied Items Item Purpose For connection between TB2 terminal no. 1 to 5 in the control box and TB3 Expansion Valve Cable terminal no.1 to 5 in the expansion valve box. AWG20 recommended. Wired Controller To control the air handler. (CIW01) Wired Controller Cable For connection to wired controller.
19. Installation Work 19.1 Preparation (1) Determine the nal location and installation orientation of this product with respect to the space allowed for piping, wiring, and maintenance access. See also Section 19.2. DO NOT mount the box with the pipe connections on top of the Air Handler. (2) Refer to the Installation dimensions shown in the following gure.
19.2 Mounting Control Box Mount the Control Box on top of the Air Handler. Be sure to mount the control box in the correct position indicated below or else it will come into contact with the wiring holes of the air handler. Incorrect positioning will damage the wiring and affect the conduit connection.
19.3 Mounting Expansion Valve Box Mount the expansion valve box as shown in the following gure. (2.5) (2.5) 16 16 (5.5) (5.5) Figure 18. Mounting Valve Box Figure 19. Details of Mounting Hole Details of Mounting Holes NOTE • In case of installation positions “c” and “d”, make sure to insulate the copper pipes inlet on the expansion valve box cover to avoid any liquid ltration and accumulation.
20. Refrigerant Piping Work Use the speci ed non- ammable refrigerant (R410A) to the outdoor unit in the refrigerant cycle. Do not charge the unit with materials other than R410A, such as hydrocarbon refrigerants (propane and isobutan), oxygen, ammable gases (acetylene, ammonia, etc.) or poisonous gases when installing, maintaining and moving the unit.
20.2 Piping Connection Work (1) Example of piping connections is shown below. Make sure to attach the reducer (accessory) to the gas pipe connection of the air handler. Check the reducer size for the corresponding air handler in Table 12. Indoor Unit Indoor Unit Indoor Unit...
Apply Refrigerant Oil. Do not apply the refrigerant oil to the outside of the ared opening. Required Tightening Torque (JIS B 8607) Pipe Size Tightening Torque 3/8 inch (9.52 mm) 25.1-31.0 ft.lbs (34-42 N.m) Figure 22. Applying Refrigerant Oil (6) Wherever buried piping exists on site, make sure there is adequate access to inspect piping sockets and elbows, and for interconnecting parts.
21. Electrical Wiring All electrical work must be done as outlined in this manual and in accordance with this manual. Substandard work can result in re and damage to the unit. Use speci ed cables between this product and units, and choose the cables correctly. If not, an electrical shock or re may occur.
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Secure all cables together with cable clamps and seal the connecting hole against the onslaught of moisture and insects. Run the electrical wiring through the connecting hole in the side cover when using conduit. 21.1 General Check (1) Make sure that the eld-selected electrical components: (main power switches, circuit breakers, wires, conduit connectors, and wire terminals) have been properly labeled in accordance with electrical data as speci ed in the Engineering Manual.
Heat Pump System Outdoor Unit Outdoor Unit Power Supply GFCI Main Switch Indoor Unit Indoor Unit Indoor Unit with DX-Kit with DX-Kit with DX-Kit Indoor Unit Power Supply GFCI Main Switchbox Switch Refer to the “Installation and Maintenance Manual” for the connected outdoor unit for details of wire, GFCI and main switch for outdoor unit.
NOTICE Check for the recommended size GFCI in table 7.1 of the "Installation and Maintenance Manual" for the outdoor unit. Between indoor and outdoor units, use dual-conductor, AWG18 (0.82mm ) stranded copper cable for communication cable. Do not use any cable with more than two conductors. Twisted pair or shielded cable can be used in environments with excessive electrical noise to reduce the possibility of communication errors between system components.
(1) Connect the cable for the optional controller or the optional extension cable to the terminals inside the control box through the connecting hole of the enclosure. (2) Connect the power supply and the ground wiring to the terminals in the control box. (3) Connect the cables between this product and the outdoor unit to the terminals inside the control box.
(b) Single Wired Controller for Individual Operation Setting Indoor Unit Indoor Unit with DX-Kit with DX-Kit Outdoor Unit Wired The communication cables Controller for the wired controller is necessary. (c) Wired Controller Connections between different Refrigerant Cycles Indoor Unit Indoor Unit Indoor Unit Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit...
21.4 Wiring Connection 21.4.1 An overview of wiring connections from the DX-Kit control box is shown below. Thermistor Cable (Accessory) Control Box PCB1 Terminal Block TB2 Use either wiring holes of air handler for routing the fan motor wiring inside Wired Controller Cable the air handler THM1...
Cable Holder for Air Outlet Thermistor Position of Cable Holder for Gathering and Securing Excess Wiring For Air Inlet and Air Outlet Thermistors Cable Holder Cable Clamp Ø Thermistor to 4- / 16 (70 to 110) Cable Holder for Air Inlet Thermistor Thickness of Cable Holder Figure 30.
Ø1inch(26mm)Connecting Hole for Communication Cable, Wired Controller Cable, Thermistor Cable and Expansion Valve Cable Air Outlet Thermistor Use the holes of air handler with cable clamps for securing the thermistor cable. Protect the wiring from sharp edges. Accessory Piping of Air Handler Protect the wiring from sharp edges (Liquid Pipe) Liquid Pipe Thermistor...
NOTE: When tting the pipe thermistors, remember that they must be secured correctly by the thermistor holder, ensuring the perfect contact between the pipe and thermistor. Cover it completely with insulation, butyl sheet and pipe insulation to protect it from the effect of the surrounding ambient temperature. Replace them if damaged during maintenance work.
Enlarged View of P Thermistor Cable Clamp Pipe Insulation Gas Pipe Line Pipe Thermistor Pipe Insulation Piping Butyl Sheet Liquid Pipe Line Butyl Sheet Thermistor Holder Liquid Pipe Thermistor Liquid Pipe Thermistor Figure 34. Thermistor Installation with Details NOTES: 1. Pay attention to the attaching direction and position of the lead cable. 2.
In case that the thermistors supplied with the DX Kit are not long enough, please make sure that the length extension is properly done avoiding the sensing distortion and that the joint is properly insulated to avoid any electrical failure. NOTE: When tting the air inlet and outlet thermistor, remember that they must be secured correctly, in an adequate place to avoid external in uences, like ambient conditions, and where the air temperature is signi cant.
Air Outlet Thermistor (THM2) t e l t s i (THM1) Figure 36. Positions of Air Inlet and Outlet Thermistors The thermistor must be installed properly in order to avoid water onto the thermistor. 21.4.4 Thermistor Extension Installation Extension Length Thermistor Thermistor Thermistor...
21.4.5 Connection to Fan Motor Connect the fan motor wiring (high voltage) from the control box according to the wiring diagram shown below. For EXV-018E to EXV-048E Only For EXV-060E Only 1/L1 1/L1 2/L2 2/L2 Field Field Connection Connection PCB2 PCB2 Faston Connection...
There are three wiring from the control box for the fan motor. • Wiring from "X2" terminal on PCB2 connects to "HI" terminal of fan motor. • Wiring from "X4" terminal on PCB2 connects to "MED" terminal of fan motor. •...
21.4.6 Connection to Expansion Valve Box (1) Remove the expansion valve box cover with the four screws. Then remove the terminal block cover with the four screws. (2) Connect the ve cable for the expansion valve to the corresponding terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 (EXP. VALVE) of terminal block (TB2) inside the control box.
21.4.7 Connection for Power Supply Wiring and Communication and Wired Controller Cable (1) Pass the communication cable and the wired controller cable through the connecting hole for the communication cable on the DX-Kit control box. Connect the communication cable to terminals 1, 2 (CONTROL) of TB2 inside the control box. Connect the wired controller cable to terminals A, B (CONTROL) of TB2 inside the control box.
21.5 DIP Switch Settings (1) Turn OFF the power supply to both DX-Kit and outdoor units before adjusting DIP switch settings. Otherwise, the setting will be invalidated and not take effect. (2) Position of DIP switches are shown below. Figure 44. Position of DIP Switches (3) Unit No.
(5) Refrigerant Cycle No. Setting (RSW2 & DSW5) Refrigerant Cycle No. Setting This setting is required. The unit arrives with all DSW5 (Tens Digit) RSW2 (Units Digit) Ex.) Set at No.5 Cycle DSW5 settings in the OFF position. Setting Set by inserting Position slotted screwdriver into the groove.
22. Test Run 22.1 Before Test Run Verify that there are no problems with the installation, and do not perform Test Run until all the following conditions have been resolved. Refer to the "Installation and Maintenance Manual" for the outdoor unit for details on Test Run operations from the outdoor unit.
The total number of connected indoor units is indicated on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). In the case of a twin combination (set of two indoor units), the total number of the connected indoor units is displayed as “2 units”, and where there is a triple combination (set of three indoor units), the total number of the connected indoor units is displayed as “3 units”.
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22.3 Alarm Code Alarm (Troubleshooting) Code Table Code Category Nature of Problem Likely Cause Activation of the oat switch; (High water level Activation of a protection device Indoor Unit present in the drain pan.) A problem exists in the (Float switch) piping.
NOTICE Do NOT operate the air conditioning just to run checks on electrical wiring until preparations for the Test Run phase is completed. All the installation work of the air conditioning is completed. Hand over this information to the building owner and request they maintain all the equipment manuals and warranty.
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