4 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 1 Key to Symbols and Safety Instructions 1.2 Safety Please read before proceeding 1.1 Key to Symbols Warnings WARNING: These instructions are intended as an aid to qualified, licensed service personnel for proper installation, Warnings in this document are identifi...
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Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 5 WARNING: Blower Motor This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead Mounting Bolt and Lead components, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
6 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 2 General 2.1 Installations in High Humidity Environments When the unit is installed in a hot and humid place, if the humidity inside the The unit can be positioned for bottom air return in the upfl ow position, left and right installation space exceeds 86°F and RH 80%, it is recommended to insulate the...
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Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 7 Drain piping Auxiliary drain pan Figure 4 Installed Horizontal Right Drain piping Auxiliary drain pan Inner extra drip pan Figure 6 Installed Vertical Downfl ow NOTICE: Inner extra drip pan is recommended to be installed for 4 and 5 ton vertical downflow applications installed in high humidity environments.
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8 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions STRAPS REAR WATER CATCHER TOP AIR STOP HORIZONTAL DRAIN KIT VAPOR LINE CONNECTION FRONT WATER CATCHER AUXILIARY HORIZONTAL DRAIN CONNECTION VERTICAL DRAIN PAN PRIMARY DRAIN CONNECTION NON-ADJUSTABLE TXV AUXILIARY UPFLOW/DOWNFLOW DRAIN CONNECTION...
Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 9 2.2 Unit Dimensions 25” CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED IN THE FRONT OF THE UNIT FOR FILTER AND COIL MAINTENANCE. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS THROUGH TOP OR EITHER SIDE SUPPLY AIR HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTION 1- ", FLANGES ARE PROVIDED ",...
1 0 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 3 Applications 3.2 Vertical Downfl ow Conversion to Vertical Downfl ow: 3.1 Vertical Upfl ow A vertical upfl ow unit may be converted to vertical downfl ow. Remove the coil ...
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Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 11 Steps for Changing Cabinet Orientation to Vertical Downfl ow OR Horizontal Left Orientation Remove the screws and front panel (Figure 10, Step 1). Pull out the coil (Figure 10, Step 2). Replace the coil in the correct orientation and secure in place. (Figure 10, Step 3).
1 2 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions ENSURE THE RETAINING CHANNEL IS FULLY ENGAGED WITH THE COIL RAIL. DETAIL A RAILS AIRFLOW RAILS Figure 12 Vertical Downfl ow & Horizontal Left Applications NOTICE: Horizontal units must be configured for right hand air supply ...
Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 13 4 Electrical wiring See wiring diagram located on inside of blower access panel of air handler for proper wiring instruction. Field wiring must comply with the National Electric Code (C.E.C. in Canada) and After installation, ensure separation of low voltage and high voltage ...
1 4 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 4.5 Electric Heat Kit MCA/MOP Data MIN. Circuit Ampacity (MCA) MAX. Fuse or Breaker (HACR) Ampacity Fan speed Air Handler Electric Heat Heat Kit Model Model (kW) 240 VAC 208 VAC...
Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 15 5 Airfl ow Performance Airfl ow performance data is based on cooling performance with a coil and no fi lter in place. Check the performance table for appropriate unit size selection. External static pressure should stay within the minimum and maximum limits shown in the table below in order to ensure proper operation of both cooling, heating, and electric heating operation.
1 6 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 6 Ductwork Field ductwork must comply with the National Fire Protection Association NFPA 90A, NFPA 90B and any applicable local ordinance(s). WARNING: FIRE HAZARD AND CARBON MONOXIDE Do not, under any circumstances, connect return ductwork to any other heat producing device such as fireplace insert, stove, etc.
Keep the coil connections sealed until refrigerant connections are made. Refer to Refer to Figure 15 and the information below for required condensate drain trap the Bosch IDS Condenser Section Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual installation. for details on line sizing, tubing installation, and charging information.
1 8 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 8 Air Filter (Not Factory-Installed) Auxiliary drain line should be run to a place where condensate will be noticeable. Homeowner should be warned that a problem exists if water should begin running from the auxiliary drain line.
Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 19 9 Filter Installation Dimensions FILTER RAILS FILTER COVER MANUAL BOLT Figure 17 Filter Installation Filters are not included with the unit and must be fi eld supplied. Dimensional data Filter Size "W"...
2 0 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions 10 Maintenance 10.2 Regular Maintenance Your heat pump must be inspected annually by a qualifi ed service technician. Your annual system inspection must include: For continuing high performance and to minimize possible equipment failure, annual maintenance must be performed on this equipment.
Installation Instructions Bosch IDS BVA 15 | 21 11 Wiring Diagrams Electric wiring gauge for H/P systems Model(Btu/h) WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK Phase Single Power Disconnect all power before servicing or installing this unit. Voltage/frequency 208/230VAC, 60Hz Multiple power sources may be present. Failure to do so may...
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2 2 | Bosch IDS BVA 15 Installation Instructions FOR (OPTIONAL) FOR (OPTIONAL) ELECTRIC HEAT ELECTRIC HEAT LINE VOLTAGE LINE VOLTAGE FACTORY STANDARD FACTORY STANDARD FIELD INSTALLED FIELD INSTALLED FACTORY FACTORY OPTIONAL OPTIONAL LOW VOLTAGE VOLTAGE FACTORY STANDARD FACTORY STANDARD...
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