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AIR CONDITIONER/HEAT PUMP DRPTAC07Y41G1A, DRPTAC09Y41G1A, DRPTAC12Y41G1A, DRPTAC15Y41G1A, DRPTHP07Y41G1A, DRPTHP09Y41G1A, DRPTHP12Y41G1A, DRPTHP15Y41G1A Model Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Installing Contractor Company Name: Capture relevant information about your Durastar PTAC equipment before it is installed and write it above for future reference. DURASTAR.COM...
AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES .................. 9 CONTROL PANEL OPERATION ................10 UNIT INSTALLATION ...................... 12 DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION ................. 14 DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION BY CONTROL PANEL ........ 16 WALL THERMOSTAT TERMINAL ................17 CARE AND CLEANING ....................20 TROUBLESHOOTING .....................22 WARRANTY .........................24 DURASTAR.COM...
• Read the troubleshooting section of this manual as it will help you diagnose and solve common issues. • Visit us on the web at www.durastar.com to download product guides and up-to-date information. • If you need warranty service, our friendly customer service representatives are available via email at questions@durastar.com or by telephone at 1-888-320-0706.
Do not wash the air conditioner with water as this could cause an electric shock. • Disconnect the power supply by turning it off at the circuit breaker when cleaning the air conditioner. Otherwise, you could risk electric shock. DURASTAR.COM...
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• The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails reset when either the TEST button is pushed or it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained from Durastar. • If the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired. It MUST be replaced by one obtained from Durastar.
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Do not climb onto or place objects on top of the outdoor unit. • Do not allow the air conditioner to operate for long periods of time with doors or windows open, or if the humidity is very high. DURASTAR.COM...
Temperature (18°C - 43°C) (-5°C - 24°C) To further optimize the performance of your unit, do the following: • Keep doors and windows closed. • Do not block air inlets or outlets. • Regularly inspect and clean air filters. DURASTAR.COM...
THIS UNIT IS CONTROLLED BY THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES The following installation accessories can be purchased separately. • Wall Sleeve Assembly • Rear Grille • Drain Kit TOOLS NEEDED The following tools are required for installation. • Phillips screwdriver • Level • Wire cutters (optional) DURASTAR.COM...
(CON) or cycling (CYC) fan, low temperature protection, wall thermostat control, and front desk control. See the Dip Switch Configuration and Wall Thermostat Terminal sections for more details. This unit has many features the servicer should be familiar with in order to properly service the unit. DURASTAR.COM...
• When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the unit will defrost automatically and the compressor will cycle off. • FAN: In FAN mode, the unit will display the room temperature. Only the fan will run and all heating and cooling operations are stopped. DURASTAR.COM...
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LO- Room temperature is lower than 32°F (0°C) HI- Room temperature is higher than 99°F (37°C) FP- Low Temperature Protection NOTE When an error occurs, unplug the unit for one (1) minute and plug it back in. If error repeats, call for service. DURASTAR.COM...
INTAKE OVER 20” WALL in (606mm) STEP 1: Carefully remove the shipping tape from the front panel. Shipping tape STEP 2: Remove the front panel. Then lift up Pull out at the bottom to release it from the tabs. DURASTAR.COM...
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Secure the unit with the four (4) screws and washers, supplied with the SLEEVE ASSEMBLY (purchased separately), through the corner holes that bracket the unit. STEP 5: Reinstall the front panel. Place tabs over top rail Push inward at bottom until panel snaps into place DURASTAR.COM...
Wall thermostat type (S9) Load delay for 3 seconds (S11) Heating type (S1) Temperature display type (S2) Control type (S3) Setpoint limit 1 (S4) Setpoint limit 2 (S5) Fan CON/CYC for heating (S6) Fan CON/CYC for cooling (S7) Low temp. protection (S8) DURASTAR.COM...
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• CYC (Cycle): This setting allows the fan to cycle on and off with the compressor or electric heater. The fan stops a short time after the temperature setting is satisfied. NOTE In HEAT mode, the set temperature does not go higher than 84°F (29°C). DURASTAR.COM...
30 seconds will exit the dip switch configuration by control panel and the unit will save the last settings. • To activate Front Desk Control, the "A0" setting must be selected and the "SW7" dip switch must be in the DOWN (OFF) position. DURASTAR.COM...
High fan speed 4-WAY 4-way valve; Reverse cycle (Energized in Heat) For heat pump models HEAT 2 Electrical heater 2 HEAT 1 Electrical heater 1 COMP Compressor 24V (N) 24VAC terminal N (Neutral), Common 24V (L) 24VAC terminal L (Line) DURASTAR.COM...
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The setpoint temperature range of the thermostat must match the setpoint temperature range of the unit. • The type of thermostat must match the unit type: PTHP (heat pump) or PTAC (no heat pump). • Do not remove the control panel. DURASTAR.COM...
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24VAC signal it will run as normal. When the signal stops the unit will turn off. To activate this feature, the Front Desk Control dip switch shown below must be in the DOWN (OFF) position. Dip switch of FRONT DESK CONTROL DURASTAR.COM...
Clean inside and outside of the outdoor coils regularly. NOTE • Never use a high-pressure spray to clean any part of the unit. • Never use a hair/clothes dryer or other means to speed up drying. DURASTAR.COM...
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4. Clean the filter and dry thoroughly before replacing. 5. Replace filter and vent door by reinstalling the four (4) screws to the filter and reconnecting the steel wire to the top of the vent door. Vent door control lever Vent door steel wire Screws Vent door DURASTAR.COM...
3 minutes and a minimum compressor run time of 3 minutes. ELECTRIC Evaporator coil is dirty or Check the evaporator coil regularly. HEATING clogged. Have the evaporator coil cleaned by a FAILURE professional technician once every three (3) months. DURASTAR.COM...
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If circuit breaker is tripped or fuse is blown more than once, contact a qualified electrician. • If unit is installed where condensation drainage could drip in an undesirable location, an accessory drain kit should be installed and connected to drain system. DURASTAR.COM...
For a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original retail purchase, Durastar will repair or replace, free of charge (including labor), any Product or parts that fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
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If on-site service is not available, Durastar may, at its option, arrange to transport the Product to and from a Durastar authorized service center. Durastar is not responsible for unit removal, replacement, or relocation of the unit if it is inaccessible or cannot be repaired on-site.
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THE PRODUCT TO THE PURCHASER OR END USER. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. DURASTAR.COM...
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