Friedrich Uni-fit Series Installation And Operation Manual page 14

C. INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT
C.5.2 Chassis Installation
Recommended Installation Method: Install Friedrich Architectural
louver (UXAA) on Friedrich USC Sleeve. Both sold separately.
1. Identify the wall-sleeve you are preparing. It is recommended to
use the USC sleeve in any instance possible. The below table shows
the standard dimension for the wall-sleeve required.
Brand
Frigidaire
White-Westinghouse
Carrier(52 Series)
GE/Hotpoint/Amana
Whirlpool
Fedders/Emerson/
Friedrich(WSE)
Sears/Kenmore
Carrier (51Series)
Emerson/Fedders
Friedrich(USC)
NOTE:
a) All wall sleeves used to mount the new air conditioner must be
in sound structural condition and the rear grille should be secure-
ly attached to the unit or unit as the instructions recommend.
b) If wall sleeve used is not the recommended Friedrich USC
sleeve, ensure the dimensions are suitable for the installation.
c) Any wall sleeve used needs to be securely fastened to the wall;
ensure all sleeve installation instructions are followed to com-
pletion. Any existing sleeve should be inspected to ensure it is
securely fastened.
2. If preparing a new sleeve, please follow the sleeve instructions
to ensure proper installation; Friedrich recommends using the
Friedrich USC sleeve for best performance. If using existing sleeve,
remove the old air conditioner from the wall sleeve and prepare the
wall sleeve as follows:
a. Clean interior (remove legacy gaskets and seals as necessary)
b. Examine the wall sleeve and ensure the sleeve is securely
fastened before installing. Add more fasteners as needed.
c. Touch up any wall sleeve area that is missing paint to help
prevent corrosion.
3. Remove the back grille
a. The old intake grille must be removed and replaced by the
UXAA (or optional alternate) detailed in this instruction.
b. Warning: When removing the grille, protect from falling by
securing with a leash. Loop strapping material through the grille
and secure tightly with a knot.
Holding the grille by the leash with one hand, the retaining screws
can then be removed and the grille can be brought in through the
front of the sleeve.
Figure C.5.2.1
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Wall-sleeve Dimensions
Height Width Depth
15 1/4'' 25 1/2''
1/2'' or 22''
15 5/8'' 26''
17 1/8'' or
16 1/2'' 25 7/8''
16 3/4'' or
16 3/4'' 27''
16 7/8'' 25 3/4''
15 3/4'' 26 3/4''
15 1/2'' 25 7/8''
4. Examine the grounding wire hole.
a. If it does not exist, drill a 3/16" pilot hole through the left-
hand side of the sleeve, in a clear area about 3 inches into the
front edge of the sleeve (as shown in image below)
b. Fasten the grounding wire with screw to the drilled hole
and pull the loose end of the ground wire out of the front of the
sleeve and bend it away from the opening. This will be attached
to the air conditioner once installed.
16'' 17
16 7/8''
23''
19 3/4''
18 5/8''
5. Add centering blocks to shell
a. To help center the unit once it is placed inside of the sleeve. Cut
15''
two of the adhesive backed 3
16 3/4''
to fill the difference between the width of the air conditioner and
the width of the sleeve. Remove liner and place on either side of
the shell.
6. Install Friedrich Architectural louver UXAA
a. Install UXAA architectural louver per the instructions.
7. Prepare the air conditioner for installation.
a. Remove the liner from the two 1" x ¼" x ¾" adhesive backed
seal sponges and place on either side of the condenser as
shown in the below image.
3/8 " x 1 1/2 " x 4 1/2 "seal cottons down
Figure C.5.2.3
Figure C.5.2.4