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Nortek B6VMAI Installation Instructions Manual

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B6VMAI
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AIR HANDLER
Please read all information in this manual thoroughly and become familiar with the capabilities
and use of your appliance before attempting to operate or maintain this unit. These instructions
are primarily intended to assist qualified individuals experienced in the proper installation
of this appliance. Installer should be specifically trained to install and setup an iQ system.
Some local codes require licensed installation / service personnel for this type of equipment.
Improper installation, service, adjustment, or maintenance may cause explosion, fire, electrical
shock or other hazardous conditions which may result in personal injury or property damage.
Unless otherwise noted in these instructions, only factory authorized kits or accessories may
be used with this product. Keep this manual where you have easy access to it in the future. If a
problem occurs, check the instructions and follow recommendations given. If these suggestions
don't eliminate your problem, call your servicing contractor.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT DESTROY. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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  • Page 1 B6VMAI INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AIR HANDLER Series IMPORTANT Please read all information in this manual thoroughly and become familiar with the capabilities and use of your appliance before attempting to operate or maintain this unit. These instructions are primarily intended to assist qualified individuals experienced in the proper installation of this appliance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Figure 7. Air Handler Components .......14 familiar with this equipment. Some local codes Table 4. B6VMAI MCA & MOP Data ....15 require licensed installation service personnel Figure 8. Typical T-Stat Connections ....15 to service this type of equipment. Under no Figure 9.

  • Page 3: Requirements & Codes

    REQUIREMENTS & CODES • Install this unit only in a location and position as specified on pages 4 & 5. This unit is designed only for Indoor WARNING: installations and should be located with consideration of minimizing the length of the supply and return ducts. This unit must be installed in accordance with •...

  • Page 4: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION INSTALLATION CLEARANCES This appliance has been tested for capacity and efficiency Left Side ..0 Inches Right Side ..0 Inches in accordance with AHRI Standards and will provide † Back ....0 Inches Front ... See Notes many years of safe and dependable comfort, providing it is properly installed and maintained.

  • Page 5: Installation In A Garage

    Unconditioned Spaces The B6VMAI Series air handler may be installed in a All duct work passing through unconditioned space must residential garage with the provision that the unit must be properly insulated to minimize duct losses and prevent be located or protected to prevent physical damage by condensation.

  • Page 6: Air Handler Installation

    Figure 1. Upflow Installation AIR HANDLER INSTALLATION The B6VMAI Series Air Handler is shipped ready for Upflow Installations vertical upflow installation and is approved for attic, All air handlers are factory shipped, ready for upflow basement, alcove/closet or crawlspace installation with installation.

  • Page 7: Horizontal Installations

    Horizontal Installations 5. Slide the coil and the horizontal drain pan assembly The B6VMAI Series air handler can be installed horizontally back into the unit. Re-attach the tube close off plate. in an attic, basement, crawl space or alcove. It can also be 6.

  • Page 8: Refrigerant Line Connections

    Refrigerant Line Connections • B6VMAI Series air handlers are charged through service valves on the end of the liquid tube for each circuit. WARNING: These must be removed before brazing the line sets. Connecting the Linesets NITROGEN HEALTH 1. Remove grommets from line set holes.

  • Page 9: Condensate Drainage

    Condensate Drainage • If the air handler is located in or above a living space where damage may result from condensate overflow, CAUTION: an auxiliary drain pan shall be installed under the unit. A separate drain line should extend from the pan to a The air handler must be level to ensure proper conspicuous point and serve as an alarm indicating condensate drainage.

  • Page 10: Line Voltage

    Line Voltage Control Board • An electrical disconnect must be located within The control board in the air handler controls the timing sequence of the elements. NOTE: Variable speed air sight of and readily accessible to the unit. This switch handlers cannot be twinned.

  • Page 11: Startup & Adjustments

    STARTUP & ADjUSTMENTS installation manual for the proper type and quantity of refrigerant. WARNING: Refrigerant Charging The system refrigerant charge can be checked and adjusted through the service ports provided at the front NITROGEN panel of the outdoor unit. Use only gauge lines which have HEALTH a Schrader depression device present to actuate the valve.

  • Page 12: Unit Maintenance

    Control Fault (No Power) include the following items: Flash Blower Fault Air Filter(s): B6VMAI Series Air Handlers are not Normal Operation supplied with an air filter when shipped from the factory. Table 3. Air handler Control Board Fault Conditions It is recommended that the filter be cleaned or replaced monthly.

  • Page 13: Figures & Tables

    3 5/8” 5 5/8” 1 7/8” Ø7/8" K.O. ø1 3/4” K.O. DETAIL (Typ.) “D” 3 1/4” SUCTION 2 1/4” LIQUID 22” Cabinet Size Detail D 43-5/16 19-11/16 18-1/4 Tall B 49-5/16 19-11/16 18-1/4 55-15/16 22-7/16 Figure 6. B6VMAI Series Physical Dimensions...
  • Page 14 Heating Element Circuit Assembly Breaker (60A) Transformer Board Blower Control Upper Door Wheel Board Assembly Capacitor Motor Mount Kit Blower Housing Interface Board Blower Motor Coil Filter Assembly Door Horizontal Vertical Drain Pan Drain Pan Filter Tracks Lower Door Assembly Figure 7.
  • Page 15 130.8 55.8 50.0 25.0 113.9 49.0 43.3 21.6 155.8 55.8 50.0 50.0 135.6 49.0 43.3 43.3 Table 4. B6VMAI with iQ Drive Minimum Circuit Ampacity & Maximum Overcurrent Protection T-STAT COIL THERMISTOR BLOWER OUTDOOR UNIT Figure 8. B6VMAI Thermostat Connection...
  • Page 16 BLWDTC_R COOL HEAT LED 1 HEATER P1 Figure 9. Single Stage Control Board THERM THERM/PRESS R-410A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 R-22 COIL THERMISTOR COMM Figure 10. B6VMAI EXV Control Board Figure 11. B6VMAI Interface Control Board...
  • Page 17 GRAY WHITE BLWDTC COOL HEATER PLUG HEAT GREEN BLWR Figure 12. Wiring Diagram for B6VMAI Series Air Handler with iQ Drive...

  • Page 20: Installation / Performance Checklist

    Has the thermostat been calibrated? Is the thermostat level? Is the heat anticipator setting correct? Specifications & illustrations subject to change without notice or incurring obligations (05/15). O’Fallon, MO, © Nortek Global HVAC LLC 2015. All Rights Reserved. 7094180 (Replaces 7091730)

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