• First Air Cooled VRV system to deliver heating down to −22°F (−30°C) as standard • Daikin’s patented inverted based vapor injection compressor delivers high heating capacity of up to 100% at 0°F (−18°C), up to 85% at −13°F (−25°C) and up to 60% at −22°F(−30°C) •...
2. Special purpose REFNET pipe components must be used for all the pipe work. For further details concerning choosing components, see REFNET and Piping Selection Rules. 3. The Daikin REFNET kits are supplied with insulation intended to fit over the main body of the REFNET joint after installation of the REFNET kit is complete.
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REFNET Pipe System EDUS371705A-N 4.1.2 Equivalent Piping Length of Joints and Headers (Reference) φ 1/4 in. φ 3/8 in. φ 1/2 in. φ 5/8 in. φ 3/4 in. φ 7/8 in. φ 1 in. φ 1-1/8 in. φ 1-1/4 in. φ...
EDUS371705A-N REFNET Pipe System REFNET Joints and Headers 4.2.1 REFNET Joints For gas and liquid branch pipes Make sure that all branch pipes are fitted such that they branch either horizontally or vertically. When the size of the selected field piping is different from that of branch pipe then the connecting section should be cut with a pipe cutter as shown in the figure below.
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REFNET Pipe System EDUS371705A-N When the number of indoor units to be connected to the branch pipes is less than the number of branch pipes available for connection then cap pipes should be fitted to the surplus branches. When the size of the selected field piping is different from that of branch pipe then the connecting section should be cut with a pipe cutter as shown in the figure below.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 1. Installation Manual Safety considerations WARNING Read these Safety considerations for Installation carefully be- work. Installation must be done in accordance with this fore installing an air conditioner or heat pump. After complet- installation manual. Improper installation could result in ing the installation, make sure that the unit operates properly during the startup operation.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual CAUTION (c) Near machinery emitting electromagnetic waves. the control system and cause the unit to malfunction. Do not allow children to play on or around the unit or it may result in injury. are handled. Operating the unit in such conditions may result in injury if improperly used.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 1. Introduction 1.1. General information This installation manual concerns the VRV Aurora series, full inverter driven, heat pump system. To install the outdoor unit, the following accessory parts are also required. 1 Refrigerant branch kit. Model name Description (for 3 pipes) (for 2 pipes)
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 1.3. Indoor capacity range 1.4. Scope of the manual This manual describes the procedures for handling, installing and 1.3.1. Connection Ratio connecting the VRV Aurora series outdoor units. This manual has Connection Ratio = Total capacity index of the indoor units / Capac- been prepared to ensure adequate maintenance of the unit, and it will ity index of the outdoor units provide help in case problems occur.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 3. Overview of unit CAUTION 3.1. Opening the unit Appliance not accessible to the general public, install it in a secured area, protected from easy access. To gain access to the unit, front panels need to be opened as follows: This unit, both indoor and outdoor, is suitable for installation in a com- RELQ72-120T type mercial and light industrial environment.
When installing in areas where air contains high levels of salt such as near the ocean; Contact your Daikin sales representative for additional precautions. 4.3. Selecting a location in cold climates...
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 5. Dimensions and service space 5.2. Service space The space around the unit is adequate for servicing and the minimum 5.1. Dimensions of outdoor unit RELQ72-120T type and choose one of the possibilities). 15 17 Unit: in. (mm) RELQ72-120T type Foundation bolt holes 9/16 (15) 7/8 (22.5) oblong holes 4...
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N its original package to prevent damage during transport. <Front side> <Suction side> Service space or more or more 59 in. (1500 mm) 19-5/8 in. (500 mm) In case of an installation site where sides A+B+C+D have obsta- cles, the wall heights of sides A+C have no impact on service space of sides B+D on service space dimensions.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 6.4. Installing the unit NOTE There are restrictions on the refrigerant pipe connecting order prevent vibration and noise. between outdoor units in the case of the multi system. NOTE When the installation height of the unit needs to be increased, do not and be sure to waterproof all work.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 7. Refrigerant pipe size and allowable pipe length 7.3. Selection of piping size Determine the proper size referring to following tables and reference 7.1. General information NOTE The refrigerant R410A requires strict cautions for keeping the system clean, dry and tight.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 7.3.2. Piping between refrigerant branch kits or refrigerant branch kits and Branch Selector units: C joint b - see 7.3. Selection of piping size), select the proper branch kit model based on the total capacity of all indoor units connected Choose from the following table in accordance with the indoor unit after the refrigerant branch.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 7.5. Outdoor unit : Branch Selector unit (multi) : Indoor units (cooling/heating First outdoor unit Outdoor unit selectable) : Branch Selector unit (single) multi connection : Indoor unit (cooling only) piping kit (*1) (*3) REFNET joint (A-E) (*1) “...
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual Actual piping length 7 : a+b+c+ From outdoor unit (*4) to indoor unit (500 m) allowable length multi connection pip- Actual piping length Outdoor unit ing kit to outdoor unit (in a multi system) From outdoor unit to Height difference indoor unit Actual piping length X Height difference between indoor units (H2)
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Necessary conditions Upsize the liquid pipes b, c, d, e, f and g in the refrigerant branch kit for the indoor unit beyond 130 ft. (40 m). lows: If upsizing is impossible, the condi- Branch Selector units (B1-B7) 3/8 in.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 8. Precautions on refrigerant piping Do not allow anything other than the designated refrigerant to get refrigerant gas leaks while working on the unit, ventilate the room thoroughly right away. Use R410A only when adding refrigerant. 1 Refrigerant piping Installation tools: Make sure to use installation tools (gauge manifold, charge hose, 2 Part to be brazed...
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Use the following procedure to remove the pinched piping: WARNING 1 Remove the valve cover and make sure that the stop valves are fully closed. the stop valves mounting plate with a protective plate to prevent from 1 Service port and service port cover 2 Stop valve...
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual Only proceed with piping work after considering the limitations on Remove the knockout hole on the bottom frame and lead out the installing listed here and in the chapter 8.2. Connecting the refriger- piping from the bottom frame. delivered with the kit.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 2 Installation of the multi connection piping kit. create a rise of 8 in. (200 mm) or more in the suction gas and high/ low pressure gas line within a length of 6.5 ft. (2 m) from the kit. To indoor units Piping between outdoor units >...
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 8.3.2. How to use the stop valve After handling the stop valve, make sure to tighten the stop valve cover securely. For the tightening torque, refer to 8.3.2. How to use Tightening torques the stop valve. Stop Check for refrigerant leaks after tightening the stop valve cover.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Make sure the electrical imbalance ratio is no greater than 2%. If it is 9.2. Wiring connection example for whole system larger than this, the unit’s lifespan will be reduced. code will be displayed on the indoor remote controller. parts (terminal for power wiring, terminal for transmission wiring and ground terminal).
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual RELQ72-120T type NOTE Do not connect the power wiring to terminals for the transmission wiring. Doing so would destroy the entire system. Wiring to the indoor unit by way of Branch Selector unit should be wired to F1 and F2 on the outdoor unit’s terminal block (A1P_X1M). The above wiring should be wired using AWG18-16 stranded, non- shielded wiring.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N CAUTION Be sure to use crimp-style terminal with insulating sleeves for con- Suction gas pipe Power wire Crimp-style terminal High/low pressure gas pipe Liquid pipe Insulation material Insulating sleeve Finishing tape Transmission wiring board. For multi system: Use an appropriate screwdriver for tightening the terminal screws.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual RELQ72-120T type 10. Air tight test and vacuum drying NOTE Always use nitrogen gas for the air tightness test. Absolutely do not open the stop valve until the main power circuit insulation measurement has been completed. (Measuring after the stop valve is opened will cause the insulation value to drop.) Compressor wiring Gauge manifold...
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 11. Pipe insulation NOTE The air-tightness test and vacuum drying should be done using the NOTE service ports of suction gas pipe, high/low pressure gas pipe and Pipe insulation thickness provided below are guidelines only. Pipes must be insulated with the appropriate thickness of insulation per ap- panel of the outdoor unit for details on the location of the service plicable local/state or national codes.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 12. Checking of device and installation conditions 1 Front panel 2 Inspection door Be sure to check the followings. For those doing electrical work 3 Main printed circuit board with 3 seven-segment display and 3 push buttons 1 Make sure there is no faulty transmission wiring or loosening of a nut.
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Push BS3 one time; the value which is returned (depending on the nected to the system. Result: mode 1 setting 10 is addressed and selected, return value is monitored information. When no trouble occurs: lighted as indicated (8-10 minutes). To leave the monitoring function, push BS1 one time, you will return to the default situation when shipped from factory.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 13.2.2. Operating the DIP switches 14.2. Calculating the additional refrigerant charge By operating the DIP switches it is possible to: NOTE What to do with DIP switch DS1 The refrigerant charge of the system must be less than 210 lbs. Cool/Heat selector (refer to the manual of the Cool/ (100 kg).
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Parameter [D] Indoor unit FXMQ type capacity type Refrigerant 0.06 0.03 0.14 0.29 0.25 0.16 0.33 0.25 0.08 0.00 amount (0.03) (0.014) (0.06) (0.13) (0.11) (0.07) (0.15) (0.11) (0.04) (0.00) (lbs. (kg)/unit) Indoor unit FXFQ type capacity Others type Refrigerant...
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 14.3. Method for adding refrigerant 14.3.1. Flow chart Step 1 Calculate additional refrigerant charge amount: R (lbs. (kg)) Step 2+3 Close valves C and A Open valve B to the liquid line Disconnect the manifold from the suction gas line and the high/low pressure gas line Step 4a Refrigerant overcharge happened, recover...
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Measuring instrument NOTE Refrigerant R410A tank (siphon system) If the power of some units is turned off, the charging procedure can- Vacuum pump Charge hose In case of a multiple outdoor system, turn on the power of all out- door units.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual INFORMATION The refrigerant charge operation will automatically stop within 30 INFORMATION minutes. If charging is not completed after 30 minutes, perform the It is important that all information in this chapter is read sequentially by additional refrigerant charging operation again. Perform the test procedure as described in 15.4.2.
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 13 Air inlet/outlet Check that the air inlet and outlet of the unit is not obstructed by 1=unit is currently operating under power consumption paper sheets, cardboard, or any other material. limitation 0=unit is currently not operating under power consump- tion limitations Record them on the accessory REQUEST FOR THE INDICATION Power consumption limitation reduces the power consump-...
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual 15.2.2. Mode 2 If the system needs to run under low noise operation or value is possible. under power consumption limitation conditions when an In general, normal operation can be resumed without special interven- changed. This setting will only be effective when the optional Default value=0.
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N consumption limitation) Default value=2. If the system always needs to run under power consump- Value Start time automatic low noise [2-26] the level power consumption limitation that will be applied 8:00 p.m. continuously. The level is according to the table. 10:00 p.m.
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual Default value=1. In case the outdoor unit is installed in the lowest position Default value=1. (indoor units are installed on a higher position than outdoor Value units) and the height difference between the highest indoor Heating comfort setting [2-82] Other changes/limitations to the circuit apply, for more Mild (default)
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 15.2.3. Auxiliary heat control 15.2.4. Heat pump lockout New control logic to provide more application options for cold temperature. climates. Outside temperature can now be measured directly from the out- Item Description Increments door unit coil sensor. Below this tempera- VRV IV HR, VRV-S and VRV Cold Climate can also be programed to ture, AUX heater can...
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual Actions Type Description Heating Thermo-on Heating Thermo-off Field Shorted setting between Aux heater Indoor fan Aux heater Indoor fan Heat-pump heating is always 2-16 = ON locked out (H/L) 2-37 = Mode 1 Mode 1 (H/L) Lockout is controlled by ABC terminals Mode 2 2-37 =...
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N 15.3. Energy saving and optimum operation The refrigerant temperature is set higher/lower (cooling/heating) compared to basic operation. The focus under high sensible mode Depending on the priority, emphasizes can be put on energy saving is comfort feeling for the customer. or comfort level.
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual In case of cooling operation the evaporating temperature is allowed Example: Automatic mode during cooling to go down to 43°F (6°C) on temporary base depending on the situation. In case of heating operation the condense temperature is allowed 100% to go up to 115°F (46°C) on temporary base depending on the situ- ation.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Example: Automatic mode during cooling No matter which control is selected, variations on the behavior of the system are still possible due to protection controls to keep the unit operating under reliable conditions. The intentional target, however, 100% consumption and comfort, depending on the application type.
EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual The test operation is automatically carried out, the outdoor unit INFORMATION display will indicate and the indication Test operation and Under centralized control will display on the user interface of put may be higher. This phenomenon originates from the compressor indoor units.
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Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Malfunction code Contents Solution Main Sub code code Master/sub 1 01/03 • High pressure switch is activated. • Check stop valves situation or abnormalities in (S1PH)-A1P (X2A) (fi eld) piping or airfl ow over air cooled coil. •...
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual Malfunction code Contents Solution Main Sub code code Master/sub 1 01/02 Temperature sensor malfunction Check connection on printed circuit board or actuator. (R3T)-A1P (X30A) 06/07 Temperature sensor malfunction Check connection on printed circuit board or actuator. (R7T)-A1P (X30A) 18/19 Temperature sensor malfunction Check connection on printed circuit board or actuator.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Malfunction code Contents Solution Main Sub code code Master/sub 1 Faulty wiring to Q1/Q2 or indoor- outdoor. Connect transmission wiring of Branch Selector units and indoor units to “TO IN/D UNIT (F1, F2)” and trans- mission wiring of other outdoor units to “TO OUT/D UNIT (F1, F2)”.
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EDUS371705A-N Installation Manual RELQ72TATJU type RELQ96,120TAYDU type 1 Terminal block for power supply 1 Terminal block for power supply 2 Tester 2 Tester 3 White connector 3 White connector RELQ72-120TAYCU type RELQ96,120TATJU type Opening hole There are measurement points 1 Terminal block for power supply at the back of the opening hole.
Installation Manual EDUS371705A-N Procedure for checking maximum concentration 17.3. Service mode operation Refrigerant recovery operation/vacuuming operation is possible by 2 below and take whatever action necessary to comply. 1 Calculate the amount of refrigerant (lbs. (kg)) charged to each to set mode 2. system separately.
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Improper installation can result in water or refrigerant leakage, electrical shock, fire or explosion. Use only those parts and accessories supplied or specified by Daikin. Ask a qualified installer or contractor to install those parts and accessories. Use of unauthorized parts and accessories or improper installation of parts and accessories can result in water or refrigerant leakage, electrical shock, fire or explosion.
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