Midea MCD-18HRFN1-QRD0 Installation Manual page 11

Outdoor Unit Installation
Outdoor Unit Installation Instructions
Step 1: Select installation location.
The outdoor unit should be installed in the location that
meets the following requirements:
 Place the outdoor unit as close to the indoor unit as
possible.
 Ensure that there is enough room for installation and
maintenance.
 The air inlet and outlet must not be obstructed or
exposed to strong wind.
 Ensure the location of the unit will not be subject to
snowdrifts, accumulation of leaves or other seasonal
debris. If possible, provide an awning for the unit.
Ensure the awning does not obstruct airflow.
 The installation area must be dry and well ventilated.
 There must be enough room to install the connecting
pipes and cables and to access them for maintenance.
 The pipe length between the outdoor and indoor unit
may not exceed the maximum allowable pipe length.
Step 2: Install outdoor unit.
Fix the outdoor unit with anchor bolts (M10)
>60cm
Fig. 5.2
Fix with bolts
 If the location is exposed to strong winds (for
example: near a seaside), the unit must be placed
against the wall to shelter it from the wind.
See Fig. 5.0/5.1
Strong wind
CAUTION
• Be sure to remove any obstacles that
may block air circulation.
• Make sure you refer to Length
Specifications to ensure there is
enough room for installation and
maintenance.
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Strong wind
Fig. 5.0
Strong wind
Fig. 5.1
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