Qlima SC 60 Series Operating Manual page 129

• Noise from the unit will not disturb others
• Protected from prolonged periods of direct sunlight or rain
• Where snowfall is anticipated, raise the unit above the base pad to prevent ice buildup and coil
damage. Mount the unit high enough to be above the average accumulated area snowfall.
The minimum heigh must be 18 inches
DO NOT install unit in the following locations:
• Near an obstacle that will black air inlets and outlets
• Near a public street, crowded areas, or where noise from the unit will disturb others
• Near animals or plants that will be harmed by hot air discharge
• Near any source of combustible gas
• In a location that is exposed to large amounts of dust
• In a location exposed to a excessive amounts of salty air
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR EXTREME WEATHER
lf the unit is exposed to heavy wind:
lnstall unit so that air outlet fan is at a 90° angle to the direction of the wind. lf needed, build a barrier in
front of the unit to protect it from extremely heavy winds.
See Figures below.
Strong wind
lf the unit is frequently exposed to heavy rain or snow:
Build a shelter above the unit to protect it from the rain or snow. Be careful not to obstruct air
flow around the unit.
lf the unit is frequently exposed to salty air (seaside):
Use outdoor unit that is specially designed to resist corrosion.
Step 2: lnstall drain joint(Heat pump unit only)
Before bolting the outdoor unit in place, you must install the drain joint at the bottom of the unit. Note
that there are two different types of drain joints depending on the type of outdoor unit.
lf the drain joint comes with a rubber seal (see Fig. A ), do the following:
1. Fit the rubber seal on the end of the drain joint that will connect to the outdoor unit.
2. lnsert the drain joint into the hole in the base pan of the unit.
3. Rotate the drain joint 90° until it clicks in place facing the front of the unit.
4. Connect a drain hose extension (not included) to the drain joint to redirect water from the unit
during heating mode.
Strong wind
Wind Baffle
Strong wind
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