Nortek P8SE Series Installation Instructions Manual

Nortek P8SE Series Installation Instructions Manual

Single package convertible air conditioner
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*P8Se / PPa3Se SerieS
inStallation inStructionS
Single Package convertible air conditioner
Premium Model Shown
it is your responsibility to know this product better than your customer. this includes being
able to install the product according to strict safety guidelines and instructing the customer on
how to operate and maintain the equipment for the life of the product. Safety should always be
the deciding factor when installing this product and using common sense plays an important
role as well. Pay attention to all safety warnings and any other special notes highlighted in the
manual. improper installation of the furnace or failure to follow safety warnings could result in
serious injury, death, or property damage.
these instructions are primarily intended to assist qualified individuals experienced in the proper
installation of this appliance. Some local codes require licensed installation/service personnel
for this type of equipment. Please read all instructions carefully before starting the installation.
return these instructions to the customer's package for future reference.
do not deStroY. PleaSe read careFullY & keeP in a SaFe Place For Future reFerence.
iMPortant
attention inStallerS:
14 Seer

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  • Page 1 *P8Se / PPa3Se SerieS 14 Seer inStallation inStructionS Single Package convertible air conditioner Premium Model Shown iMPortant attention inStallerS: it is your responsibility to know this product better than your customer. this includes being able to install the product according to strict safety guidelines and instructing the customer on how to operate and maintain the equipment for the life of the product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    table oF contentS iMPortant SaFetY inForMation ......3 general inForMation ..........4 Before You Install this Unit ..........4 Locating the Air Conditioner ..........4 Minimum Clearance Requirements ........4 Service Access Clearances ..........4 Clearances to Combustible Materials ......4 Air Ducts ................
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    iMPortant SaFetY inForMation caution: iMPortant: Safety markings are used frequently throughout this manual to designate a degree or level this unit uses refrigerant r-410a. do not use of seriousness and should not be ignored. Warning any other refrigerant in this unit. use of another indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not refrigerant may damage the unit.
  • Page 4: General Information

    general inForMation • The unit should be located with consideration of minimizing the length of the supply and return ducts. If Packaged air conditioner units are ready for easy and practical, place the air conditioner and its ducts in an immediate installation on rooftops or ground level slabs.
  • Page 5: Unconditioned Spaces

    • Duct work should be attached directly to the unit flanges unit SiZe internal Filter SiZe for horizontal applications. (2) 14” x 25” • If roof curb is installed, the ducts must be attached to P8SE-X36 P8SE-X48 the curb hangers, not the unit. (2) 14”...
  • Page 6: Horizontal To Downflow Conversion

    Horizontal to downflow conversion • The appropriate accessory roof curb (Figure 4) must be installed prior to unit installation. The roof curb must be The unit is shipped ready for horizontal duct connections. square and level to ensure proper condensate drainage. If down flow ducts are required, the unit must be converted Please follow all instructions provided with the kit.
  • Page 7: Electrical Wiring

    • Electrical connections must be in compliance with all applicable local codes and ordinances, and with the current revision of the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70). • For Canadian installations, the electrical connections and grounding shall comply with the current Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1 and/or local codes).
  • Page 8: Unbalanced 3-Phase Supply Voltage

    lead from the transformer terminal marked 240V and coPPer Wire SiZe — aWg connect it to the terminal marked 208V. (1% voltage droP) • Internally mounted circuit breakers are available as field SuPPlY Wire lengtH-Feet SuPPlY circuit installed options. These circuit breakers can be used aMPacitY as an electrical disconnect.
  • Page 9: Blower Speed

    blower Speed recoMMended t-Stat Wire lengtH (unit to t-Stat) tHerMoStat caution: Wire gauge 2-Wire 5-Wire (Heating) (Heating/cooling) to avoid personal injury or property damage, make certain that the motor leads cannot come into contact with any uninsulated metal components of the unit. The blower speed is preset at the factory for operation table 3.
  • Page 10: Optional Outdoor Thermostat

    optional outdoor thermostat Start-up Procedure An outdoor thermostat can be installed in the field with Warning: 2-stage electric heat. To install the outdoor thermostat, remove the orange wire from the W1 terminal on the terminal block, and connect to the outdoor thermostat. if the unit is equipped with a crankcase heater, Connect the other side of the outdoor thermostat to W2 allow 24 hours prior to continuing the start up...
  • Page 11: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    air conditioner Maintenance caution: Warning: the unit should never be operated without a filter in the return air system. replace disposable electrical SHock or Fire HaZard filters with the same type and size. Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could •...
  • Page 12: Charging The Unit In Ac Mode

    charging charts & application notes • A low-pressure switch is factory-installed and located in the suction line internal to the outdoor unit. The • This equipment’s cooling system contains refrigerant switch is designed to protect the compressor from a under high pressure. Always use safe and environmen- loss of charge.
  • Page 13 P8SE-X48 Charging Chart - Cooling Remove refrigerant if above curve Add refrigerant if below curve Liquid Temperature (° F) Figure 7. charging chart for 4 ton units P8SE-X60 Charging Chart - Cooling Remove refrigerant if above curve Add refrigerant if below curve Liquid Temperature (°...
  • Page 14: P8Se Physical & Electrical Data

    P8Se PHYSical & electrical data 24.9 .75" NPT Female Drain Connector DOWNFLOW SUPPLY DUCT OPENING 47.5 13.5 13.5 13.3 23.5 DOWNFLOW RETURN DUCT OPENING top view 1 4/5 1 3/4 Ø Power Entry (Capped) HORIZONTAL 1 1/4 Ø Power Entry SUPPLY DUCT CONDENSING OPENING...
  • Page 15 Brown Orange TERMINAL INDOOR STRIP THERMOSTAT SUB-BASE ACCESSORY HEAT PLUG FROM TRANSFORMER Black FROM CONTACTOR - Optional (Check T-stat Instructions) Gray Green FROM BLOWER RELAY Yellow Blue ECONOMIZER PLUG typical Wiring (Field Supplied) for 1-Stage cool, 1-Stage Heat Optional Outdoor T-Stat (Field Supplied) Brown Orange...
  • Page 16 Figure 11. Wiring diagram-Fixed torque Motor, Single Phase...
  • Page 20: Installation / Performance Checklist

    • Blower Assembly • Fan Grille • Cabinet Panels • Filter/Driers • Expansion Valves Specifications & illustrations subject to change without notice or incurring obligations (05/15). 709716a (Replaces 7097160) O’Fallon, MO, © Nortek Global HVAC LLC 2015. All Rights Reserved.

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