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Nortek S6B-018KA Series Installation Instructions Manual

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Split SyStem air conditioner
inStallation inStrUctionS
S6Bd - 018Ka, 024K, 030K, 036K, (1.5, 2, 2.5, & 3 ton) SerieS

taBle oF contentS

air conditioner maintenance .................. 2
air conditioner inStallation .................. 3
General Information ..................................................... 3
Before You Install this Unit ........................................... 3
Locating the Air Conditioner ......................................... 3
Packaging Removal ..................................................... 3
Ground Level ............................................................... 3
Roof Mount .................................................................. 3
Outdoor Unit .............................................................. 4
electrical WirinG ........................................ 4
Pre-Electrical Checklist ................................................ 4
Line Voltage ................................................................. 4
Thermostat / Low Voltage Connections ....................... 5
Grounding .................................................................... 5
Start Up & adJUStmentS ............................ 5
Pre-Start Check List ..................................................... 5
Start-Up Procedures .................................................... 5
Air Circulation - Indoor Blower .............................. 5
System Cooling ..................................................... 5
System Heating (optional) .................................... 5
reFriGerant charGinG ............................... 6
Charging the Unit in AC mode ..................................... 6
Charging Charts & Application Notes .......................... 6
Legend ......................................................................... 8
WirinG diaGramS ............................................ 11
inStallation checK liSt ............................. 12
replacement partS ..................................... 12
inStaller: Please read all instructions before servicing
this equipment. Pay attention to all safety warnings and any
other special notes highlighted in the manual. Safety markings
are used frequently throughout this manual to designate a
degree or level of seriousness and should not be ignored.
WarninG - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
if not avoided, could result in personal injury or death.
caUtion - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or
property damage.
important
attention inStallerS:
it is your responsibility to know this product
better than your customer. this includes being
able to install the product according to strict
safety guidelines and instructing the customer
on how to operate and maintain the equipment
for the life of the product. Safety should
always be the deciding factor when installing
this product and using common sense plays
an important role as well. pay attention to all
safety warnings and any other special notes
highlighted in the manual. improper installation
of the coil or failure to follow safety warnings
could result in serious injury, death, or property
damage.
these instructions are primarily intended to
assist qualified individuals experienced in
the proper installation of this appliance. Some
local codes require licensed installation/service
personnel for this type of equipment. please
read all instructions carefully before starting
the installation. return these instructions to
the customer's package for future reference.
do not deStroy. pleaSe read careFUlly &
Keep in a SaFe place For FUtUre reFerence.
13 Seer, SinGle phaSe

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Summary of Contents for Nortek S6B-018KA Series

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Split SyStem air conditioner 13 Seer, SinGle phaSe inStallation inStrUctionS S6Bd - 018Ka, 024K, 030K, 036K, (1.5, 2, 2.5, & 3 ton) SerieS inStaller: Please read all instructions before servicing taBle oF contentS this equipment. Pay attention to all safety warnings and any other special notes highlighted in the manual.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    important SaFety inFormation caUtion: WarninG: this unit uses refrigerant r-410a. do not use any other refrigerant in this unit. Use of another refrigerant will damage the unit. electrical ShocK, or Fire haZard Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could • The installer must comply with all local codes and result in serious injury or property damage.
  • Page 3: Air Conditioner Installation

    caUtion: 6” from Building or Structure the unit should never be operated without a filter in the return air system. replace disposable 24" for 12" or 18” filters with the same type and size. Service Access See Note • Do not attempt to add additional oil to motors unequipped with oil tubes.
  • Page 4: Connecting Refrigerant Tubing Between The Indoor & Outdoor Unit

    connecting refrigerant tubing Between the electrical WirinG indoor & outdoor Unit WarninG: caUtion: to avoid risk of electrical shock, personal When servicing, cover or seal openings to injury, or death, disconnect all electrical power minimize the exposure of the refrigerant system to the unit before performing any maintenance to air to prevent accumulation of moisture and or service.
  • Page 5: Thermostat / Low Voltage Connections

    Start Up & adJUStmentS conduit and a conduit connector for connecting the supply wires to the unit. Use of rain tight conduit is recommended. pre-Start check list • 208/230 Volt units are shipped from the factory wired for √ Verify the indoor unit is level and allows proper condensate 230 volt operation.
  • Page 6: Refrigerant Charging

    reFriGerant charGinG charging the Unit in ac mode (With outdoor temperatures above 65° F) 1. With the system operating at steady-state, measure the WarninG: liquid refrigerant pressure (in psig) at the outdoor unit service valve. S6Bd Split System air conditioners are shipped 2.
  • Page 7 leGend noteS: Shaded boxes indicate flooded conditions. 1. All pressures are listed psig and all temperatures in °F Rated design values. The suction pressure 2. Discharge temperatures GREATER than charted values indicate an UNDERCHARGED system. will be lower than design value if outdoor air 3.
  • Page 8: Legend

    leGend noteS: 1. All pressures are listed psig and all temperatures in °F Shaded boxes indicate flooded conditions. 2. Discharge temperatures GREATER than charted values Rated design values. The suction pressure indicate an UNDERCHARGED system. will be lower than design value if outdoor air 3.
  • Page 9 S6BD018KA TXV Charging Chart Remove refrigerant when above curve Add refrigerant when below curve Liquid Temperature ( ° F ) Figure 2. Charging Chart for 1.5 ton Units - tXV Matches S6BD024K TXV Charging Chart Remove refrigerant when above curve Add refrigerant when below curve Liquid Temperature ( °...
  • Page 10 S6BD030K TXV Charging Chart Remove refrigerant when above curve Add refrigerant when below curve Liquid Temperature ( ° F ) Figure 4. Charging Chart for 2.5 ton Units - tXV Matches S6BD036K TXV Charging Chart Remove refrigerant when above curve Add refrigerant when below curve Liquid Temperature ( °...
  • Page 11: Wiring Diagrams

    WirinG diaGramS WIRING DIAGRAM Split System Air Conditioner (Outdoor Section) Single Phase NOTES: 1. Disconnec t all power before servicing. 1. Couper le courant avant de faire letretien. 2. For supply connections use copper conductors only. 2. Employez uniquement des conducteurs to “H”...
  • Page 12: Installation Check List

    • Blower Assembly • Fan Grille • Cabinet Panels • Filter/Driers • Expansion Valves Specifications & illustrations subject to change without notice or incurring obligations (08/16). O’Fallon, MO, © Nortek Global HVAC LLC 2016. All Rights Reserved. 10148610 (Replaces 1007319A)