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Installation Manual | - - Ver. 25 04 2022 UNI SPLIT SERIES DUCT UNITS ASD-12BI2 ASD-36BI2 ASD-18BI2 ASD-42BI2 ASD-24BI2 ASD-48BI2 ASD-30BI2 ASD-60BI2...
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I M P O R T A N T N O T E : Read this manual carefully before installing or operating your new air conditioning unit. Make sure to save this manual for future reference.
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To Users Thank you for selecting Sinclair product. Please read this instruction manual carefully before installing and using the product, so as to master and correctly use the product. In order to guide you to correctly install and use our product and achieve expected operating effect, we hereby instruct as...
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Exception Clauses Manufacturer will bear no responsibilities when personal injury or property loss is caused by the following reasons: (1) Damage the product due to improper use or misuse of the product. (2) Alter, change, maintain or use the product with other equipment without abiding by the instruction manual of manufacturer.
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 1 Safety Notice (Please be sure to abide them) SPECIAL WARNING: (1) Be sure to comply with national gas regulations. (2) Do not pierce or burn. (3) Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Please read this operating manual carefully before operating the unit. The air conditioner is charged with inflammable refrigerant R32 (GWP: 675). Before using the air conditioner, please read the instruction manual. Before installing the air conditioner, please read the instruction manual. Before repairing the air conditioner, please read the instruction manual.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit WARNING! (6) Air conditioner should be stored with protective measures against mechanical damage caused by accident. (7) If the installation space for air conditioner pipe is too small, adopt a protective measure to prevent the pipe from physical damage. (8) During installation, use the specialized accessories and components, otherwise water leakage, electric shock or fire hazard may occur.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit WARNING! (24) Do not make the air conditioner wet or electric shock may be lead, ensure that the air conditioner will not be cleaned by water rinsing under any circumstance. (25) When you do not connect the duct, you need to provide an extra protective net to avoid touching the basic insulation.
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2 Installation 2.1 Installation Preparation 2.1.1 Notice on Installation (1) Notice on Refrigerant Concentration before Installation. This air conditioner uses R32 refrigerant. The construction area for installation, operation and storage of the air conditioner must be larger than the minimum construction area.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Ceiling type Wall mounted type Floor standing type Weight Weight Weight Area (m²) Area (m²) Area (m²) (kg) (kg) (kg) 6.54 9.76 87.9 7.38 11.0 99.2 8.27 12.4 9.22 13.8 10.2 15.3 11.3 16.8 12.4...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (3) Please use the charging machine specialized for R32 refrigerant before charging, keep the refrigerant tank in an upright position. After charging, stick a label on the air conditioner saying no excessive charging. (4) The following tools will be used: 1) Liquid-level gauge;...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (8) Indoor unit, power cord, connecting wires and communication cords should be at least 1m from television and radio. This is to prevent image interference or noise (Even at a distance of 1m, a very strong electric wave may still generate noise).
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(2) If the installation location is not strong enough, the indoor unit may fall and cause injuries. (3) If the job is done with the panel frame only, there is a risk that the unit will come loose. Please take care. (1) Indoor Unit ASD-12BI2, ASD-18BI2 , ASD-48BI2 ASD-24BI2, ASD-36BI2, ASD-42BI2...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Unit: mm Dimensions Model ASD-12BI2 1060 1000 ASD-18BI2 ASD-24BI2 ASD-36BI2 1381 1340 ASD-42BI2 1381 1340 ASD-48BI2 1440 1400 NOTE! Drilling of ceiling opening and installation of air conditioner must be performed by...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (2) Outdoor Unit ASGE-12BI2, ASGE-18BI2, ASGE-24BI2 ASGE-36BI2, ASGE-36BI2-3 ASGE-42BI2, ASGE-42BI2-3 ASGE-48BI2-3 Unit: mm Dimensions Model ASGE-12BI2 ASGE-18BI2 ASGE-24BI2 ASGE-36BI2 1020 ASGE-36BI2-3 1020 ASGE-42BI2 1020 ASGE-42BI2-3 1020 ASGE-48BI2-3 1020...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2.1.4 Diagram of Unit Installation Space and Location (1) Diagram of installation space and location for outdoor unit (Notice: for best performance of the outdoor unit, make sure its installation space conforms to the following installation dimensions). 1) When one outdoor unit is to be installed.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2) When two or more outdoor units are to be installed side by side. Unit: mm (mm) ≥300 ≥300 ≥1000 A,B,C — — — ≥300 ≥300 ≥1000 ≥1000 A,B,C,E — — ≥2000 —...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 3) When outdoor units are installed in rows. Unit: mm (mm) ≤1/2H b≥250 ≤H b≥300 1/2H<H >H Prohibited...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 4) When outdoor units are installed one above another. Unit: mm (2) Diagram of installation location and space for indoor unit (Notice: for the best performance of indoor unit, make sure its installation space conforms to the following installation dimensions).
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2.2 Unit Installation 2.2.1 Indoor Unit Installation 2.2.1.1 Preparation for Installing the Indoor Unit NOTES! (1) Please tighten the nut and bolt to prevent the air conditioner from falling down. (2) The unit might be loose if fixing the panel rack only. Be careful during installation.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (4) Pass the unit hangers over the bolts installed to the ceiling and install the unit with the special nut. See the following figure. 2.2.1.2 Leveling After installing the indoor unit, level detection of the unit shall be conducted. Place the unit horizontally and leave the left and right side with a downward slope of 1/100~1/50 in drainage direction, as shown below.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (5) Plugs and drainage connector are not recommended if there is an electrical heater on the chassis. 2.2.3 Connection Pipe Installation 2.2.3.1 Installation Notice and Requirement on Connection Pipe Installation of Ordinary Nut and Tamperproof box Unfold the connecting pipe and bend the connecting pipe according to the required length.
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Item Pipe(inch) Maximum between pipe length indoor and Model outdoor units Liquid pipe pipe Φ3/8 ASD-12BI2 Ф1/4 Φ1/2 ASD-18BI2 ASD-24BI2 ASD-36BI2 Φ3/8 Φ5/8 ASD-42BI2 ASD-48BI2 Connection pipe should adopt water-proof insulating material. Its wall thickness should be 0.5-1.0mm and the pipe wall should be able to withstand 6.0MPa. The...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit When the drop between indoor and outdoor units is larger than 10m, an oil return bend should be added every 6m. The requirement on the adding of oil return bend is as below: (1) Outdoor unit is beneath the indoor unit.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Dimensions for the making of oil return bend are as follows: A(inch) B(mm) C(mm) Ф3/8 ≥20 ≤150 Ф1/2 ≥26 ≤150 Ф5/8 ≥33 ≤150 2.2.3.2 Pipe Flaring (1) Cut the connection pipe with a pipe cutter. (2) The mouth of connection pipe should face downward.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit use a flaring tool to flare the mouth of connection pipe. (4) Check whether the flaring part has cracked. (See the figure below) 2.2.3.3 Pipe Bending (1) The pipes are shaped by your hands. Be careful not to collapse them. (2) Do not bend the pipes in an angle more than 90°.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2.2.3.4 Connection Pipe of Indoor and Outdoor Units NOTES! Connect the pipe to the unit. Please follow the instructions stated in the figures below. Use both spanner and torque wrench. When connecting the tapered screw nut, first apply chilled machine oil on its inner and outer surface and then screw it up for 3~4 circles.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Pipe diameter (inch) Tightening torque (N·m) Ф1/4 15-30 Ф3/8 35-40 Ф1/2 45-50 Ф5/8 60-65 Ф3/4 70-75 Ф7/8 80-85 Screw on the flare nut of the flaring connecting pipe on the outdoor unit valve. The method of screwing the flare nut is the same with that for indoor unit.
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Meanwhile, the switch at the high pressure side of the manifold valve assembly should be kept closed, otherwise evacuation would fail. (5) The evacuation duration depends on the unit’s capacity, generally. Model Time(min) ASD-12BI2 ASD-18BI2 ASD-24BI2 ASD-36BI2 ASD-42BI2 ASD-48BI2 And verify if the pressure gauge at the low pressure side of the manifold valve assembly reads -0.1MPa (-750mmHg), if not, it indicates there is leak somewhere.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit pipe to balance the pressure inside and outside of the connection pipe, so that air will not come into the connection pipe when removing the hose. Note that the gas and liquid valve can be opened fully only after the manifold valve assembly is removed.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit If a leak is suspected, all naked flames shall be removed / extinguished. If a leakage of refrigerant is found which requires brazing, all of the refrigerant shall be recovered from the system, or isolated (by means of shut off valves) in a part of the system remote from the leak.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (3) Condensate drain pipe should be connected into special drain system for air conditioner. 2.2.6.1 Indoor Side Drain Pipe NOTE! Install the drain hose in accordance with the instructions in this installation manual and keep the area warm enough to prevent condensation.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (7) When the unit is shipped from the factory, the drain port is defaulted to be the one on the left side (electric box side). (8) When using the drain port on the right side of the unit, reinstall the drain cap to the left side drain port.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 3) The whole pipeline should be wound with insulating tape and fixed onto the wall with saddles. (2) If the outdoor unit is above the indoor unit, arrange the pipeline according to the following diagram. 1) Wind the insulating tape from bottom to top.
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(1) For the unit with the condensate pump, only one drain port at the side close to the electric box is prepared and only through it the drain hose can be connected. I tem Drain pipe ( inside dimension )(mm) Model ASD-12BI2 ASD-18BI2 ASD-24BI2 Ф26 ASD-36BI2 ASD-42BI2 ASD-48BI2 (2) For the unit with the condensate pump, two drain ports at the bottom are defaulted to be factory plugged with drain caps.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Unit: mm The vertical height of the drain hose should be 75mm or less so that it is unnecessary for the drain port to withstand additional force. Unit: mm When multiple drain hoses are used, their installation should be performed as shown in the figure below.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (4) Drain branch should be connected to the vertical or horizontal part of the main drain pipe. (5) Horizontal pipe should not be connected to the vertical pipe that is on the same level.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Unit: mm Supply Air Outlet Return Air Inlet Item Model ASD-12BI2 ASD-18BI2 1000 ASD-24BI2 ASD-36BI2 1153 1188 ASD-42BI2 1153 1188 ASD-48BI2 1151 1362 2.2.7.2 Return Air Method (1) The default ex-factory return air method is from the back. The return air cover shall be installed at the bottom of the unit, as is shown in the following figure.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit reinforced with iron wire to a folding shape. (4) The noise of downward return air is obvious bigger than that of rear return air. For downward return air, silencer and static pressure carton shall be added to conduct noise reduction treatment.
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit NOTES: ①. The supply air duct, return air duct and fresh air duct shall have thermal insulation layer to prevent heat leakage and condensation. Stick the plastic nail to the air duct, then attach the heat preservation cotton with tinfoil and fix it with plastic nail cover, finally, seal the connection joint with tinfoil tape tightly;...
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Do not change the power cables arbitrarily. Do not change the length and terminals of the power cables. If you want to change the power cables, please contact Sinclair’s local service center. ⑩. Wiring terminals should be connected firmly to the terminal board. Loose connection is forbidden.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2.3.2 Electrical Parameters 2.3.2.1 Wire Specifications and Fuse Capacity Min. sectional Fuse area of power Power supply capacity Model cord V/Ph/Hz mm² 220 - 240V ~50/60Hz Indoor unit 3.15 Circuit Min. sectional Power supply breaker area of power...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit ⑥. Adopt 1.0mm² power cords between indoor and outdoor units. The maximum length of 35-71 units is 30m and the maximum length of 85-160 units is 75m. Please select a proper length according to local conditions. To be in compliance EN 55014, it is necessary to use 30 meters long wire.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Unit: mm (3) How to connect the connection wire and power cord. Lead the connection wire and power cord through the insulation tube. Then fix the wires with wire clamps (as shown in the following figure). For the indoor unit whose packaging materials are with the buckle magnetic ring.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Buckle magnetic ring shall be added in the power line communication cord of outdoor and indoor unit. The added buckle magnetic ring shall be fixed at the outlet of power line communication cord near the outdoor unit side; detailed operation step for the magnetic buckle is as follow: Limit the fixation location of buckle magnetic ring at the outlet of power line communication cord near the outdoor unit side with a...
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(5) Please use wire clamps to secure the external covers of connecting wires. (Insulators must be clamped securely; otherwise, electric leakage may occur.) (6) Ground wire should be connected. (4) Wire between indoor and outdoor units. Single-phase unit: ASGE-12BI2, ASGE-18BI2 ASD-12BI2+ASGE-12BI2 ASD-18BI2+ASGE-18BI2 ①. Power cords 3×1.5mm ②.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Single-phase unit: ASGE-24BI2 ASD-24BI2+ASGE-24BI2 ①. Power cords 3×2.5mm ②. Power cords 4×1.0mm ③. Communication cords 2×0.75mm Single-phase unit: ASGE-36BI2, ASGE-42BI2...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit ASD-36BI2+ASGE-36BI2 ASD-42BI2+ASGE-42BI2 ①. Power cords 3×4.0mm ②. Power cords 4×1.0mm ③. Communication cords 2×0.75mm Three-phase unit: ASGE-36BI2-3, ASGE-42BI2-3, ASGE-48BI2-3 ASD-36BI2+ASGE-36BI2-3 ASD-42BI2+ASGE-42BI2-3 ASD-48BI2+ASGE-48BI2-3 ①. Power cords 5×1.5mm ②. Power cords 4×1.0mm ③. Communication cords 2×0.75mm...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (5) Electrical wiring of indoor unit and outdoor unit. WARNING! (1) High and low voltage wires should be led through different rubber rings of the electric box cover. (2) Do not bundle up the connection wire and communication wire of wired control or lay them side by side, otherwise errors will occur.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Model: ASD-12BI2, ASD-18BI2 Model: ASD-24BI2 Model: ASD-36BI2, ASD-42BI2, ASD-48BI2...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Outdoor side Remove the big handle/front panel of the outdoor unit and insert one end of the communication cord and the power cord to the terminal board. Wire routing of outdoor unit: ASGE-12BI2, ASGE-18BI2, ASGE-24BI2 ASGE-36BI2, ASGE-42BI2 ASGE-36BI2-3, ASGE-42BI2-3, ASGE-48BI2-3...
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 2.4 Check after Installation Check Items after Installation. Check items Possible events due to improper installation Is the main body installed The unit may fall down, vibrate or produce noise. securely? Did you do water leakage test? Cooling capacity may become unsatisfactory.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Operation after connecting the power: (1) If all the above works are finished, power on the unit. (2) If the outside temperature is more than 30°C, heating mode can’t be enabled. (3) Make sure the indoor and outdoor units can run normally. (4) If there’s sound of liquid shock when the compressor is running, then stop the air conditioner immediately.
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 3 Product Introduction 3.1 Overall Layout NOTES: ①. The connection pipe, drain pipe, power cord, and duct for this unit should be prepared by the user. ②. The unit is standard equipped with rectangular duct.
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 3.2 Standard Accessories Indoor Unit Accessories Name Appearance Q'ty Usage Wired Controller To control the indoor unit. To fix the hook on the Nut with Washer cabinet of the unit. To be used together with the hanger bolt for installing the unit.
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 4 Installation of Controller Refer to the wired controller or remote controller manual. 5 Maintenance 5.1 Failures Not Caused by Faults of the AC (1) If your air conditioner fails to function normally, please first check the following items before maintenance: Problem Cause...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (2) The following situations are not operation failures. Problem Time of occurrence Cause If the unit is running under Mist comes from high humidity, the wet air in During operation. the air conditioner. the room will be quickly cooled down.
NOTE: Check the above items and adopt the corresponding corrective measures. If the air conditioner continues to function poorly, please stop the air conditioner immediately and contact Sinclair’s authorized local service center. Ask our professional service staff to check and repair the unit.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Error Error Error Error code code IDU jumper cap error ODU AC current protection Discharge temperature sensor Temperature drift protection error Condenser meso-temperature Driveboard ambient temperature sensor error sensor error Compressor dial code or Bus high-voltage protection jumper cap abnormal Compressor driver memory...
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit Error Error Error Error code code Outdoor ambient temperature DC indoor fan driver module high sensor error temperature protection DC indoor fan driver module Recycling refrigerant mode temperature sensor error DC indoor fan driver memory chip Ordinary defrosting state error DC indoor fan driver charge loop...
DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 5.3 Unit Maintenance NOTES! (1) Before cleaning, please make sure the unit is stopped. Cut the circuit breaker and remove the power socket, otherwise, electric shock may occur. (2) Do not wash the air conditioner with water, otherwise fire hazard or electric shock may occur.
(4) If the outdoor unit is rusty, coat the rusty location with paint to prevent it from expanding. 5.3.6 Components Replacement Components are available in Sinclair agency or Sinclair distributors nearby. 5.4 Notice on Maintenance 5.4.1 Information on Servicing The manual shall contain specific information for service personnel who shall be instructed to undertake the following when servicing an appliance that employs a flammable refrigerant.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 5.4.1.2 Work Procedure Work shall be undertaken under a controlled procedure so as to minimize the risk of a flammable gas or vapour being present while the work is being performed. 5.4.1.3 General Work Area All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of work being carried out.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit disperse any released refrigerant and preferably expel it externally into the atmosphere. 5.4.1.8 Checks to the Refrigeration Equipment Where electrical components are being changed, they shall be fit for the purpose and to the correct specification. At all times the manufacturer’s maintenance and service guidelines shall be followed.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (2) That no live electrical components and wiring are exposed while charging, recovering or purging the system. (3) That there is continuity of earth bonding. 5.4.2 Repairs to Sealed Components (1) During repairs to sealed components, all electrical supplies shall be disconnected from the equipment being worked upon prior to any removal of sealed covers, etc.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 5.4.4 Cabling Check that cabling will not be subject to wear, corrosion, excessive pressure, vibration, sharp edges or any other adverse environmental effects. The check shall also take into account the effects of ageing or continual vibration from sources such as compressors or fans.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit 5.4.7 Charging Procedures In addition to conventional charging procedures, the following requirements shall be followed. (1) Ensure that contamination of different refrigerants does not occur when using charging equipment. Hoses or lines shall be as short as possible to minimize the amount of refrigerant contained in them.
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DC Inverter UNI SPLIT Series Duct Type Unit (4) Pump down refrigerant system, if possible. (5) If a vacuum is not possible, make a manifold so that refrigerant can be removed from various parts of the system. (6) Make sure that cylinder is situated on the scales before recovery takes place.
When oil is drained from a system, it shall be carried out safely. 5.5 After-sales Services Any quality or other issues encountered in the purchased air conditioner, please contact the local Sinclair after-sales service department.
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Great Britain www.sinclair-world.com This product was manufactured in China (Made in China). R E P R E S E N T A T I V E SINCLAIR Global Group s.r.o. Purkynova 45 612 00 Brno Czech Republic T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T SINCLAIR Global Group s.r.o.
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