1-3. Type of Copper Tube and Insulation Material
If you wish to purchase these materials separately from a local source, you will need:
1.
Deoxidized annealed copper tube for refrigerant tubing.
2.
Foamed polyethylene insulation for copper tubes as required to precise length of tubing.
Wall thickness of the insulation should be not less than 8 mm.
3.
Use insulated copper wire for field wiring. Wire size varies with the total length of wiring.
See Section "4. ELECTRICAL WIRING" for details.
CAUTION
Check local electrical codes and regulations before obtaining wire. Also, check any
specified instructions or limitations.
1-4. Additional Materials Required for Installation
1.
Refrigeration (armored) tape
2.
Insulated staples or clamps for connecting wire (See your local codes.)
3.
Putty
4.
Refrigeration tubing lubricant
5.
Clamps or saddles to secure refrigerant tubing
6.
Scale for weighing
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