Outdoor air conditioner 12 seer extra high efficiency split system (8 pages)
Summary of Contents for Nordyne DXH18FMK3IH
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NORDYNE, LLC Owner’s Manual Installation Instructions Multizone Outdoors Owners Manual NOTE: Actual product may be different from graphics, please refer to actual products. • Please read the owner’s manual carefully before operation and retain for future reference. • Specifications & illustrations subject to change without notice or incurring obligations.
In line with the company’s policy of continual product improvement, the aesthetic and dimensional characteristics, technical data and accessories of this appliance may be changed without notice. GENERAL INFORMATION CONTENTS CONFORMITY AND RANGE THE REFRIGERANT SAFETY OPERATION OF FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANT WARNING THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE NAME OF PARTS...
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS GENERAL INFORMATION Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will DANGER result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could WARNING result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may CAUTION result in minor or moderate injury.
The refrigerant process or to clean,other than those recomm- Refrigerant Before install the ended by the manufacturer. Safety Group appliance, read Servicing shall be performed only as recomm- the installation ended by the manufacturer. Appliance filled with manual first. Should repair be necessary,contact your nearest flammable magas R32.
Safety operation of flammable refrigerant Maintenance notes Check whether there is fire source or potential fire source in the maintenance area. Check whether the maintenance area or the ro- - The naked flame is prohibited in the mainte- om area meet the requirement of the nameplate. nance area;...
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Safety operation of flammable refrigerant Field-made refrigerant joints indoors shall Safety of Construction be tightness tested. The test method shall For appliances using FLAMMABLE REFRIG- have a sensitivity of 5 grams (0.17 oz) ERANTS, all joints made in the installation per year of refrigerant or better under between parts of the REFRIGERATING a pressure of at least 0,25 times the...
GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING Operation and Maintenance This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING If the air conditioner operates under abnormal conditions, it may cause malfunction,electric shock or fire hazard. When turning on or turning off the unit by emergency operation switch, please press this switch with an insulating object other than metal. Do not step on top panel of outdoor unit, or put heavy objects.
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GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. Installation must be performed in accordance with the requirement of NEC and CEC by authorized personnel only. The air conditioner is the first class electric appliance. It must be properly grounding with specialized grounding device by a professional.
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GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING Do not splash or pour water on air co nditioner. Otherwise, it may cause short circuit or damage to air conditioner. Prohibit operating heating equipment around the air conditioner. Prohibit operating the unit in the bathroom or laundry room. Far away from fire source, inflammable and explosive objects.
THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING When having a burning smell or The power supply must adopt the Never cut off or damage power smoke,please turn off the power special circuit that with air switch cables and control wires. If the supply and contact with the ser- protection and assure it has enou- power cable and signal control...
NAME OF PARTS GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING Be sure to cut off the power supply before cleaning the air conditioner; otherwise electric shock might happen. any case. Volatile liquids such as thinner or gasoline will cause damage to the appearance of air conditioner. (Only use soft dry cloth moist cloth clean the air conditioner cabinet).
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS INSTALLER Remove the handle at the right side plate of the An all-pole disconnection switch having a contact outdoor unit (one screw). separation of at least 3mm (0.1 in) in all pole should be connected in fixed wiring. Remove the cable clamp, connect the power connection cable with the terminal at the row of Wrong wire connection may cause malfunction of...
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS INSTALLER Remove the handle at the right side plate of the An all-pole disconnection switch having a contact outdoor unit (one screw). separation of at least 3mm (0.11 in) in all pole should beconnected in fixed wiring. Remove the cable clamp, connect the power connection cable with the terminal at the row of Wrong wire connection may cause malfunction of connection and fix the connection.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS INSTALLER Remove the handle at the right side plate of the An all-pole disconnection switch having a contact outdoor unit (one screw). separation of at least 3mm (0.11 in) in all pole should be connected in fixed wiring. Remove the cable clamp, connect the power connection cable with the terminal at the row of Wrong wire connection may cause malfunction of...
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS INSTALLER Remove the handle at the right side plate of the An all-pole disconnection switch having a contact outdoor unit (one screw). separation of at least 3mm (0.11 in) in all pole Remove the cable clamp, connect the power should be 3mm (0.11 in) connection cable with the terminal at the row of Wrong wire connection may cause malfunction of...
INSTALLING THE OUTDOOR UNIT INSTALLER Location Caution: Installation Must be Performed in Accordance with the NEC/CEC by Authorized Use bolts to secure the unit to a flat, solid floor. Personnel Only. When mounting the unit on a wall or the roof, make Install the drain fitting and the drain hose sure the support is firmly secured so that it cannot (for model with heat pump only)
MAINTENANCE INSTALLER Use suitable instruments for the refrigerant R32. Do not use any other refrigerant than R32. Do not use mineral oils to clean the unit. INSTALLATION DIMENSION DIAGRAM INSTALLER The installation must be done by trained and qualified service personnel with reliability according to this manual.
CHECK AFTER INSTALLATION INSTALLER Check tems Problems wing to mproper nstallation Is the installation reliable? The unit may drop, vibrate or make noises May cause unsatisfactory cooling (heating) Has the gas leakage been checked? effect Is the thermal insulation of the unit May cause condensation and water dropping sufficient? Is the drainage smooth?
SPECIALIST’S MANUAL INSTALLER Aptitude requirement for maintenance If any hot work is to be conducted on the refriger- man(repairs s hould be done only be ating equipment or any associated parts, appro- specialists). priate fire extinguishing equipment shall be avail- able to hand.
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SPECIALIST’S MANUAL INSTALLER resistant to being corroded or are suitably protect- most refrigerants but the use of detergents con- ed against being so corroded. taining chlorine shall be avoided as the chlorine may react with the refrigerant and corrode the Checks to electrical devices copper pipe-work.
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SPECIALIST’S MANUAL INSTALLER Charging procedures Do not overfill cylinders. (No more than 80% volume liquid charge). In addition to conventional charging procedures, Do not exceed the maximum working pressure the following requirements shall be followed. of the cylinder, even temporarily. –...
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SPECIALIST’S MANUAL INSTALLER to an acceptable level to make certain that flam- mable refrigerant does not remain within the lubricant. The compressor body shall not be heated by an open flame or other ignition sources to accelerate this process. When oil is drained from a system, it shall be carried out safely.
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