Outdoor Unit Installation; Select Installation Location - EAS Electric ECMV2 Series Owners And Installation Manual

Outdoor Unit Installation

Install the unit by following local codes
and regulations, there may be differ
slightly between different regions.
Installation Instructions – Outdoor unit
Step 1: Select installation location
Before installing the outdoor unit, you
must choose an appropriate location. The
following are standards that will help you
choose an appropriate location for the
unit.
Proper installation locations meet the
following standards:
Meets all spatial requirements shown
in Installation Space Requirements
above.
Good air circulation and ventilation
Firm and solid—the
support the unit and will not vibrate
Noise from the unit will not disturb
others
Protected from prolonged periods of
direct sunlight or rain
Where snowfall is anticipated, raise
the unit above the base pad to
prevent ice buildup and coil damage.
Mount the unit high enough to be
above the average accumulated area
snowfall. The minimum height must
be 18 inches
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install unit in the following
DO NOT
locations:
Near an obstacle that will block air
inlets and outlets
Near a public street, crowded
areas, or where noise from the unit
will disturb others
Near animals or plants that will be
harmed by hot air discharge
Near any source of combustible gas
In a location that is exposed to
large amounts of dust
In a location exposed to a
excessive amounts of salty air
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
FOR EXTREME WEATHER
If the unit is exposed to heavy wind:
Install unit so that air outlet fan is at
a 90° angle to the direction of the
wind. If needed, build a barrier in
front of the unit to protect it from
extremely heavy winds.
See Figures below.
Strong wind
Strong
wind
If the unit is frequently exposed to
heavy rain or snow:
Build a shelter above the unit to
protect it from the rain or snow. Be
careful not to obstruct air flow
around the unit.
If the unit is frequently exposed to salty
air (seaside):
Use outdoor unit that is specially
designed to resist corrosion.
Wind Baffle
Strong wind
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