Installation Location - Trane 15 Series Installer's Manual

Installer's Guide

Installation Location

Indoor Unit
Adequate Support Required!
The wall structure must be adequate to support the weight of the unit. Failure to ensure
adequate structural support could result in death, serious injury, and equipment or
property damage.
1. Avoid locating the indoor unit where the return and/or supply air may be obstructed.
2. Select a location where equipment condensate can be appropriately drained.
3. Keep the indoor unit away from heat sources, vapor, and flammable gas.
4. Select a location that meets or exceeds the clearance specifications in this manual.
5. Allow space for routine maintenance, such as changing filters or servicing the equipment.
6. Install in a location sufficiently away from other electronic appliances that could cause
interference, such as television, audio devices, etc.
Selecting the Installation Location
Outdoor Unit
1. Install the unit on a level surface or on supports that are level.
2. If the location is subject to strong winds, the additional force must be accounted for
and the unit must be fixed securely to the base. Refer to local codes for additional
requirements.
1. Select a location where equipment noise and air discharge annoyance is minimized.
2. Select a location where there is sufficient ventilation.
3. Make sure the air inlet and outlet are not blocked by any obstacles
4. Select a location capable of supporting four times the weight of the unit, that will not increase
vibration, and where installation work can be carried out safely.
5. Select a location away from flammable gas or gas leaks.
6. Ensure installation of the outdoor unit conforms to the clearance specifications in this manual.
7. Locate the outdoor unit away from any bedroom windows.
Installing the unit in one of the following locations could result in unit malfunction:
1. Places where oil (machine oil) is used.
2. Seaside places with high levels of salt in the air.
3. Places with high levels of sulphur gas such as areas with hot springs.
4. Places where high-frequency waves are generated by radio equipment, welders and medical
equipment.
5. Other unusual places where unit operation may be altered.
6. Places where minimum clearances cannot be met.
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