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Installer’s Manual Split System (R-410A) 38 Series Mini-Split Inverter System 9,000 Btu/h to 24,000 Btu/h Models: HP Outdoor Units: HP Indoor Units: 4TXK3809B1 4MXW3809B1 4TXK3812A1 4MXW3812A1 4TXK3818A1 4MXW3818A1 4TXK3824A1 4MXW3824A1 June 2020 MS-SVN054H-EN...
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Warnings and Cautions Warnings are provided to alert others of the potential hazards that could result in severe personal injury or death, while cautions are designed to alert others of the conditions that could result in minor or moderate injury. Your personal safety and the proper operation of this machine depend upon the strict observance of these precautions.
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Warnings and Cautions WARNING R410-A Refrigerant under Higher Pressure than R-22! The units described in this manual use R410-A refrigerant which operates at 50 to 70% higher pressures than R-22. Use only R-410A approved service equipment. Refrigerant cylinders are painted with "pink" color to indicate the type of refrigerant and may contain a "dip"...
38 Series Mini-Split Safety Precautions Your personal safety and the proper operation of this equipment depend upon the strict observance of these precautions. This mark indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WARNING could result in death or serious injury.
38 Series Mini-Split 12. If a system pump-down is performed, turn off the associated equipment and close service valves prior to removing the refrigerant piping. Failure to do so will introduce non-condensables in the system, causing abnormal pressure in the refrigeration cycle which could lead to injury and damage.
38 Series Mini-Split Items Shipped with the 38 Series Mini-Split System After unpacking the unit(s), please refrain from disposing of the packaging materials until items listed below are located. If any of these are missing, please contact the point of sale to obtain these items.
38 Series Mini-Split Clearance Requirements Space to the ceiling 6 in. or more Space to the wall 6 in. or more 6 in. or more Space to the wall 118 in. or more or more Air outlet side Space to the floor...
38 Series Mini-Split Connection Pipe Requirements NOTICE The maximum distance of the connection piping in both height and total length is provided in the table below. Do not install these units in locations that exceed these specifications. 4TXK3809B 4TXK3812A 4TXK3818A...
38 Series Mini-Split Refrigerant Piping Precautions WARNING Hazard of Explosion and Deadly Gases! Failure to follow all proper safe refrigerant handling practices could result in death or serious injury. Never solder, braze or weld on refrigerant pipes or any unit components that are above atmospheric pressure or where refrigerant may be present.
38 Series Mini-Split Installation Location Indoor Unit WARNING Adequate Support Required! The wall structure must be adequate to support the weight of the unit. Failure to ensure adequate structural support could result in death, serious injury, and equipment or property damage.
38 Series Mini-Split Installing the Indoor Unit WARNING Hazardous Service Procedures! The maintenance and troubleshooting procedures recommended in this section of the manual could result in exposure to electrical, mechanical or other potential safety hazards. Always refer to the safety warnings provided throughout this manual concerning these procedures.
38 Series Mini-Split Wall Wall 9K-12K Level Mark in the middle Space Space to the to the wall wall min. min. 6 inch 6 inch Right Left 2 1/4 inch (57mm) 2 1/4 inch (57mm) Rear piping hole Rear piping hole...
38 Series Mini-Split NOTICE If a wall sleeve is not used, unnecessary damage to the piping and wiring could occur. This typically results in current loss, improper grounding, and pipe leaks, Ensure no undue forces are on the piping and wiring through wall(s) and adequate draining still occurs.
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38 Series Mini-Split 6. After evacuation is complete, additional charge can be added. a) If no additional charge is required, break the vacuum with refrigerant, then remove the gauge connectors. b) slightly open the liquid valve at the OD unit, allow system to equalize, then fully open the liquid valve and then open the vapor service valve.
38 Series Mini-Split Installing the Condensate Pipe NOTICE Do not sharply twist or curve the condensate drain pipe. Ensure pipe ends are not submerged in water. Drain pipe must provide adequate flow and slope downward to the outlet. Failure to do so may result in leakage and overflow of the drain pan.
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38 Series Mini-Split 3. Remove the wire clip and connect the power connection wire to the wiring terminal according to the correct color coding. It is recommended to use 4 wire colors (for example: Black, Blue, Red, Green) Connect Black to 1, Blue to 2, Red to 3 and Green to Ground. All wiring shall use ring or spade type crimped or soldered connectors (as shown in the outdoor unit installation section or manual).
38 Series Mini-Split Binding the Pipes and Cables Note: The refrigeration pipes shall be insulated separately to prevent heat transfer between the two pipes. 1. At the beginning of the indoor connections, bind the insulated refrigerant pipes, power cable, and drain hose by evenly wrapping them with an appropriate pipe tape.
38 Series Mini-Split Installing the Outdoor Unit WARNING 1. Install the unit on a level surface or on supports that are level. 2. If the location is subject to strong winds, the additional force must be accounted for and the unit must be fixed securely to the base. Refer to local codes for additional requirements.
38 Series Mini-Split 4. Place the outdoor unit on the support base. 5. Secure the foot holes of the outdoor unit with bolts (shown below). Foot holes Foot holes Installing the Refrigerant Piping Flaring Process 1. Hold the pipe downward to prevent cuttings from entering the pipe.
38 Series Mini-Split 4. Do not bend the pipe while insulated. First, cut the insulation with a sharp cutting tool and expose it to the appropriate bend radius, as shown below. After bending the pipe, replace the insulation and seal it with pipe wrap tape.
38 Series Mini-Split Piping Requirements If the outdoor unit is installed lower than the indoor unit: 1. A drain pipe should be above ground and the end of the pipe should not dip into water. 2. Taping pipes must be done from bottom to top. Do not wrap too tightly to avoid compression of the insulation, otherwise its effectiveness is reduced.
38 Series Mini-Split Vacuum and Refrigerant Leakage Detection NOTICE Do not purge the air with refrigerant. Use a vacuum pump to vacuum the installation! 1. When connecting refrigerant pipe to the unit or removing it from the unit, please use both a back-up wrench and the torque wrench.
38 Series Mini-Split Wiring Precautions WARNING 1. Before obtaining access to terminals, all supply circuits must be disconnected. 2. Improperly installed and grounded field wiring poses fire and electrocution hazards. For high voltage connections, flexible electrical conduit is recommended whenever vibration transmission may create a noise problem within the structure.
38 Series Mini-Split Stranded Wiring Connections Cut the wire end with a wire cutter or wire cutting pliers, then strip the insulation about 3/8" (10mm). 1. Using a screwdriver, remove the terminal screw(s) on the terminal board. 2. Using a round terminal fastener or pliers, securely clamp a round terminal to each stripped wire end.
38 Series Mini-Split Electrical Connections CAUTION Improper operation may lead to personal injury or property damage. Size the power supply wiring according to the NEC, local code and the MCA indicated on the unit nameplate. Electrical Requirements Heat Pump Models...
38 Series Mini-Split Power Supply Wiring 1. Open the side covering plate. 2. Connect the power wiring to the terminals "L1", "L2" and also to the grounding bolt, and then connect the wiring terminals "N(1), 2, 3" of the indoor unit to those of the outdoor unit correspondingly.
38 Series Mini-Split Post Installation Checklist Check the following points before testing the unit: Item to be checked Possible problem Have the indoor and outdoor units been The units may fall, vibrate or make noise. securely installed? Has the refrigerant leak test been...
38 Series Mini-Split Wiring Diagrams Color Key Symbol Symbol Color Symbol Symbol Color Symbol Name White Green COMP Compressor o l l Blue YE/GN Yellow/Green Black Violet Orange Note: A "Jumper Cap" may be used to determine fan speed and the swing angle of horizontal louver for this model.
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38 Series Mini-Split Outdoor Heat Pump Only Unit 9K-12K N(1) 6361000044501 NOTE: The wiring diagrams in this guide are included as a reference. The manufacturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. Always check the unit...
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38 Series Mini-Split Outdoor Heat Pump Only Unit 18K 63610000440 NOTE: The wiring diagrams in this guide are included as a reference. The manufacturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. Always check the unit...
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38 Series Mini-Split Outdoor Heat Pump Only Unit 24K 600007000653 NOTE: The wiring diagrams in this guide are included as a reference. The manufacturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement and reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. Always check the unit...
38 Series Mini-Split Indoor Unit Dimensions 9K-12K Indoor Units 39 1/4 8 7/8 4 5/8 7 5/8 Φ2 1/4 Φ2 1/4 Unit:inch 1 1/2 7 1/2 5 1/2 18K-24K Indoor Units 43 3/8 9 13/16 8 9/16 7 7/8 26 15/16 The dimensions in these drawings Φ2 3/4...
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38 Series Mini-Split Outdoor Unit Dimensions 9K-12K Outdoor Units 32 3/16 14 7/8 35 3/8 21 2/3 Unit:inch 18K-24K Outdoor Units 14 9/16 16 13/16 39 3/8 The dimensions in these drawings are rounded according to standard measurement. Unit:inch...
38 Series Mini-Split Common Error Codes Error Code Malfunction Type Recommendation AC over current protection Restart the unit. If the error does Communication error not clear, contact your dealer or High temperature protection E8 / H4 qualified service technician. Indoor fan motor error...
38 Series Mini-Split Troubleshooting WARNING Improper operation may lead to personal injury or casualty. • Turn off the main power switch immediately if a malfunction is detected. Contact the installing dealer or qualified service technician. If the unit continues to run during a malfunction, the unit may be damaged or electric shock or fire may occur.
38 Series Mini-Split Auxiliary Operation If the remote controller is lost or damaged, please use the auxiliary button to turn on or turn off the air conditioner. Open the front panel of the unit and press the aux. button to turn on or turn off the unit.
38 Series Mini-Split General Maintenance Regular checks, maintenance and care should be performed by professional personnel, which will prolong the unit life span. Outdoor Heat Exchanger The outdoor heat exchanger should be checked and cleaned once every two months. Use a vacuum cleaner with a nylon brush to clean up dust and debris on the surface of the heat exchanger.
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About Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning Trane and American Standard create comfortable, energy efficient indoor environments for residential applications. For more information, please visit www.trane.com or www.americanstandardair.com CONFORMSTO ULSTD.1995 CERTIFIEDTO CSASTD.C22.2 N0.236 3097844 The AHRI Certified mark indicates company participation in the AHRI Certification program. For verification of individual certified products, go to ahridirectory.org.
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