Table of contents Table of contents 1 About the documentation About this document..............................1.1.1 Meaning of warnings and symbols........................ 2 General safety precautions For the installer ................................2.1.1 General................................2.1.2 Installation site............................... 2.1.3 Refrigerant — in case of R744........................2.1.4 Electrical.................................
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Table of contents For the installer 14 About the box 14.1 Indoor unit..................................14.1.1 To unpack and handle the unit........................14.1.2 To remove the accessories from the indoor unit..................15 About the units and options 15.1 Identification .................................. 15.1.1 Identification label: Indoor unit........................15.2 About the indoor unit..............................
A subset of the latest technical data is available on the regional Daikin website (publicly accessible). ▪ The full set of the latest technical data is available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required). FXFN-B Installer and user reference guide CO₂...
About the documentation 1.1.1 Meaning of warnings and symbols DANGER Indicates a situation that results in death or serious injury. DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION Indicates a situation that could result in electrocution. DANGER: RISK OF BURNING/SCALDING Indicates a situation that could result in burning/scalding because of extreme hot or cold temperatures.
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About the documentation Symbol Explanation Indicates a table title or a reference to it. Example: " 1–3 Table title" means "Table 3 in chapter 1". FXFN-B Installer and user reference guide CO₂ VRV system air conditioner 4P794781-1 – 2024.11...
WARNING Improper installation or attachment of equipment or accessories could result in electrical shock, short-circuit, leaks, fire or other damage to the equipment. ONLY use accessories, optional equipment and spare parts made or approved by Daikin unless otherwise specified. WARNING Make sure installation, testing and applied materials comply with applicable legislation (on top of the instructions described in the Daikin documentation).
General safety precautions ▪ Name and address of fire department, police and hospital ▪ Name, address and day and night telephone numbers for obtaining service In Europe, EN378 provides the necessary guidance for this logbook. 2.1.2 Installation site ▪ Provide sufficient space around the unit for servicing and air circulation. ▪...
General safety precautions NOTICE Make sure refrigerant piping installation complies with applicable legislation. In Europe, EN378 is the applicable standard. NOTICE Make sure the field piping and connections are NOT subjected to stress. NOTICE After all the piping has been connected, make sure there is no gas leak. Use nitrogen to perform a gas leak detection.
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General safety precautions WARNING ▪ ONLY use copper wires. ▪ Make sure the field wiring complies with the national wiring regulations. ▪ All field wiring MUST be performed in accordance with the wiring diagram supplied with the product. ▪ NEVER squeeze bundled cables and make sure they do NOT come in contact with the piping and sharp edges.
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General safety precautions NOTICE ONLY applicable if the power supply is three‑phase, and the compressor has an ON/ OFF starting method. If there exists the possibility of reversed phase after a momentary black out and the power goes ON and OFF while the product is operating, attach a reversed phase protection circuit locally.
WARNING Make sure installation, servicing, maintenance, repair and applied materials follow the instructions from Daikin (including all documents listed in “Documentation set”) and, in addition, comply with applicable legislation and are performed by qualified persons only. In Europe and areas where IEC standards apply, EN/IEC 60335-2-40 is the applicable standard.
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Specific installer safety instructions CAUTION NEVER bend high pressure piping! Bending can reduce the pipe thickness and thus weaken the piping. ALWAYS use K65 fittings. "18 Electrical installation" [ 57]) Electrical installation (see WARNING ALWAYS use multicore cable for power supply cables. WARNING ▪...
User safety instructions 4 User safety instructions Always observe the following safety instructions and regulations. 4.1 General WARNING If you are NOT sure how to operate the unit, contact your installer. WARNING 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...
User safety instructions ▪ Batteries are marked with the following symbol: This means that the batteries may NOT be mixed with unsorted household waste. If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol, this chemical symbol means that the battery contains a heavy metal above a certain concentration. Possible chemical symbols are: Pb: lead (>0.004%).
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User safety instructions CAUTION To avoid oxygen deficiency, ventilate the room sufficiently if equipment with burner is used together with the system. CAUTION Do NOT operate the system when using a room fumigation-type insecticide. Chemicals could collect in the unit, and endanger the health of people who are hypersensitive to chemicals.
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User safety instructions WARNING NEVER replace a fuse with a fuse of a wrong ampere ratings or other wires when a fuse blows out. Use of wire or copper wire may cause the unit to break down or cause a fire. CAUTION After a long use, check the unit stand and fitting for damage.
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User safety instructions CAUTION Turn off the unit before cleaning the unit exterior and air filter. About the refrigerant (see "10.5 About the refrigerant" [ 32]) WARNING The R744 refrigerant (CO ) inside the unit is odourless, non-flammable and normally does NOT leak. If the refrigerant leaks in high concentrations in the room, it may have negative effects on its occupants such as asphyxiation and carbon dioxide poisoning.
About the system 5 About the system WARNING Do NOT modify, disassemble, remove, reinstall or repair the unit yourself as incorrect dismantling or installation may cause an electrical shock or fire. Contact your dealer. NOTICE The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage. NOTICE Do NOT use the system for other purposes.
User interface 6 User interface CAUTION ▪ NEVER touch the internal parts of the controller. ▪ Do NOT remove the front panel. Some parts inside are dangerous to touch and appliance problems may happen. For checking and adjusting the internal parts, contact your dealer.
Before operation 7 Before operation CAUTION "4 User safety instructions" [ 15] to acknowledge all related safety instructions. This operation manual is for the following systems with standard control. Before initiating operation, contact your dealer for the operation that corresponds to your system type and mark.
Operation 8 Operation 8.1 Operation range INFORMATION For the operation limits see the technical data of the connected outdoor unit. 8.2 About operation modes INFORMATION Depending on the installed system, some operation modes will not be available. ▪ The air flow rate may adjust itself depending on the room temperature or the fan may stop immediately.
Operation 8.2.2 Special heating operation modes Operation Description Defrost To prevent a loss of heating capacity due to frost accumulation in the outdoor unit, the system will automatically switch to defrost operation. During defrost operation, the indoor unit fan will stop operation, and the following icon will appear on the home screen: The system will resume normal operation after approximately 6...
Operation Automatic airflow control Cooling Heating ▪ When the room temperature is lower ▪ When starting operation. than the controller's setpoint for ▪ When the room temperature is higher cooling operation (including auto than the controller's setpoint for operation). heating operation (including auto ▪...
Energy saving and optimum operation 9 Energy saving and optimum operation CAUTION NEVER expose little children, plants or animals directly to the airflow. NOTICE Do NOT place objects that should NOT get wet below the unit. Condensation on the unit or refrigerant pipes, or drain blockage may cause dripping. Possible consequence: Objects under the unit can get dirty or damaged.
Maintenance and service 10 Maintenance and service 10.1 Precautions for maintenance and service CAUTION "4 User safety instructions" [ 15] to acknowledge all related safety instructions. NOTICE NEVER inspect or service the unit by yourself. Ask a qualified service person to perform this work. However, as end user, you may clean the air filter, suction grille, air outlet and outside panels.
Maintenance and service 10.2 Cleaning the air filter, suction grille, air outlet and outside panels CAUTION Turn off the unit before cleaning the air filter, suction grille, air outlet and outside panels. NOTICE ▪ Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner polishing powder or liquid insecticide. Possible consequence: Discoloration and deformation.
Maintenance and service Design panel: 3 Clean the air filter. Use a vacuum cleaner or wash with water. If the air filter is very dirty, use a soft brush and neutral detergent. 4 Dry the air filter in the shadow. 5 Reattach the air filter and close the suction grille.
Maintenance and service Design panel: 3 Remove the air filter. 4 Clean the suction grille. Wash with a soft bristle brush, and water or neutral detergent. If the suction grille is very dirty, use a typical kitchen cleaner, leave it on for 10 min, then wash it with water. 5 Reattach the air filter (step 3 in reverse order).
Maintenance and service 10.5 About the refrigerant This product contains refrigerant gases. Refrigerant type: R744 (CO WARNING The R744 refrigerant (CO ) inside the unit is odourless, non-flammable and normally does NOT leak. If the refrigerant leaks in high concentrations in the room, it may have negative effects on its occupants such as asphyxiation and carbon dioxide poisoning.
Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting If one of the following malfunctions occurs, take the measures shown below and contact your dealer. WARNING Stop operation and shut OFF the power if anything unusual occurs (burning smells etc.). Leaving the unit running under such circumstances may cause breakage, electrical shock or fire.
Troubleshooting Malfunction Measure The system operates but ▪ Check if air inlet or outlet of outdoor or indoor cooling or heating is unit is not blocked by obstacles. Remove any insufficient. obstacles and make sure the air can flow freely. ▪...
Troubleshooting 11.1.4 Symptom: White mist comes out of a unit (Indoor unit) ▪ When humidity is high during cooling operation. If the interior of an indoor unit is extremely contaminated, the temperature distribution inside a room becomes uneven. It is necessary to clean the interior of the indoor unit. Ask your dealer for details on cleaning the unit.
Relocation 12 Relocation Contact your dealer to remove and reinstall the entire unit. Moving units requires technical expertise. FXFN-B Installer and user reference guide CO₂ VRV system air conditioner 4P794781-1 – 2024.11...
Disposal 13 Disposal NOTICE Do NOT try to dismantle the system yourself: dismantling of the system, treatment of the refrigerant, oil and other parts MUST comply with applicable legislation. Units MUST be treated at a specialised treatment facility for reuse, recycling and recovery. FXFN-B Installer and user reference guide CO₂...
About the box 14 About the box Keep the following in mind: ▪ At delivery, the unit MUST be checked for damage and completeness. Any damage or missing parts MUST be reported immediately to the claims agent of the carrier. ▪...
About the box 14.1.2 To remove the accessories from the indoor unit 1× 1× 1× 8× 4× 7× 1× 4× 1× 1× 1× 1× 1× 1× 1× a Paper pattern for installation (top part of packing box) b General safety precautions c Indoor unit installation and operation manual d Installation guide e Washers for hanger brackets...
About the units and options 15 About the units and options In this chapter 15.1 Identification................................... 15.1.1 Identification label: Indoor unit ..........................15.2 About the indoor unit................................15.3 System layout..................................15.4 Combining units and options ..............................15.4.1 Possible options for the indoor unit ........................15.1 Identification NOTICE When installing or servicing several units at the same time, make sure NOT to switch...
About the units and options a Main outdoor unit b BEV2 unit c Indoor unit for air conditioning INFORMATION ▪ The maximum installation distance between the indoor unit and the BEV2 unit depends on the length of the included transmission and power supply cables. ▪...
Unit installation 16 Unit installation NOTICE Make sure to install all necessary countermeasures in case of refrigerant leakage according to standard EN378. In this chapter 16.1 Preparing the installation site ..............................16.1.1 Installation site requirements of the indoor unit....................16.2 Mounting the indoor unit...............................
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Unit installation NOTICE The equipment described in this manual may cause electronic noise generated from radio-frequency energy. The equipment complies to specifications that are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will NOT occur in a particular installation. It is therefore recommended to install the equipment and electric wires in such a way that they keep a proper distance from stereo equipment, personal computers, etc.
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Unit installation a All-round air flow b 4-way air flow (with closed corners) (optional blocking pad kit required) c 3-way air flow (optional blocking pad kit required) ▪ Ceiling insulation. When conditions in the ceiling exceed 30°C and a relative humidity of 80%, or when fresh air is inducted into the ceiling, then additional insulation is required (minimum 10 mm thickness, polyethylene foam).
Unit installation INFORMATION Some options may require additional service space. Sees the installation manual of the used option before installation. 16.2 Mounting the indoor unit 16.2.1 Guidelines when installing the indoor unit INFORMATION Optional equipment. When installing optional equipment, also read the installation manual of the optional equipment.
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Unit installation c Hanger bracket (attached to the unit) ▪ Paper pattern for installation (upper part of the packing). Use the paper pattern to determine the correct horizontal positioning. It contains the necessary dimensions and centers. You can attach the paper pattern to the unit. a Centre of the unit b Centre of the ceiling opening c Paper pattern for installation (upper part of the packing)
Unit installation A In case of installation with standard decoration panel B In case of installation with fresh air intake kit C In case of installation with auto cleaning decoration panel D In case of installation with design decoration panel a Suspended ceiling b Installation guide (accessory) c Unit...
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Unit installation a Hanging bar Allowed Not allowed ▪ Condensation. Take measures against condensation. Insulate the complete drain piping in the building. ▪ Rising piping. If necessary to make the slope possible, you can install rising piping. Drain hose inclination: 0~75 mm to avoid stress on the piping and to avoid air bubbles.
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Unit installation ≤4 mm A-A' a Drain pipe connection (attached to the unit) b Drain hose (accessory) c Metal clamp (accessory) d Large sealing pad (accessory) e Insulation piece (drain pipe) (accessory) f Drain piping (field supply) To check for water leaks The procedure differs depending on whether installation of the system is already completed.
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Unit installation a Plastic watering can b Service drain outlet (with rubber plug). Use this outlet to drain water from the drain c Drain pump location d Drain pipe connection e Drain pipe 5 Turn OFF the power. 6 Disconnect the electrical wiring. ▪...
Piping installation Piping temper grade and thickness Outer diameter (Ø) Temper grade Thickness (t) Ø 9.5 mm (3/8") R420 ≥0.65 mm (drawn) 12.7 mm (1/2") ≥0.85 mm Depending on the applicable legislation and the maximum working pressure of the unit (see "PS High" on the unit name plate), larger piping thickness might be required. 17.1.2 Refrigerant piping insulation ▪...
Piping installation 17.2.2 Precautions when connecting the refrigerant piping INFORMATION Also read the precautions and requirements in the following chapters: ▪ "2 General safety precautions" [ 7] ▪ "17.1 Preparing refrigerant piping" [ 52] DANGER: RISK OF BURNING/SCALDING CAUTION NEVER bend high pressure piping! Bending can reduce the pipe thickness and thus weaken the piping.
Piping installation 17.2.3 Guidelines when connecting the refrigerant piping ▪ When brazing, blow through with nitrogen to prevent creation of large quantities of oxidized film on the inside of the piping. This film adversely affects valves and compressors in the refrigerating system and prevents proper operation. ▪...
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Piping installation a Field piping b Brazed connection c Piping on the indoor unit side d Plastic hold plate e Insulation attached on the unit 3 Insulate the refrigerant piping on the indoor unit as follows: A Liquid piping B Gas piping a Insulation material (field supply) b Tie wraps (accessory) c Insulation pieces: Large (gas pipe), small (liquid pipe) (accessory)
Electrical installation 18 Electrical installation NOTICE This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. In this chapter 18.1 About connecting the electrical wiring ..........................18.1.1 Precautions when connecting the electrical wiring ....................
Electrical installation WARNING ▪ If the power supply has a missing or wrong N-phase, equipment might break down. ▪ Establish proper earthing. Do NOT earth the unit to a utility pipe, surge absorber, or telephone earth. Incomplete earthing may cause electrical shocks. ▪...
Electrical installation Use the following methods for installing wires: Wire type Installation method Single-core wire AA´ A´ Stranded conductor wire twisted to "solid-like" connection a Curled wire (single-core or twisted stranded conductor wire) b Screw c Flat washer Stranded conductor wire with round crimp-style terminal a Terminal...
Electrical installation Power supply of the product FXFN40: 0.4 A FXFN50: 0.7 A FXFN63: 0.9 A FXFN80: 1.4 A MCA=Minimum circuit ampacity. Stated values are maximum values (see electrical data of indoor unit for exact values). Wiring / circuit breaker (field supplied) Power supply cable MUST comply with national wiring regulation.
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Electrical installation 3 Interconnection cable: Route the cable through the frame, connect the cable to the terminal block (make sure the symbols F1, F2 match with the symbols on the outdoor unit), and fix the cable with a tie wrap. 4 Power supply cable: Route the cable through the frame and connect the cable to the terminal block (L, N, earth).
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Electrical installation Control box IN/D OUT/D a Outdoor unit b Indoor unit c User interface (controls 3 indoor units) d Most downstream indoor unit e For use with 2 user interfaces ▪ Setting master unit (Cooling/Heating masterhood). In case of group control, connect the user interface wiring directly to the master unit.
19 Commissioning NOTICE General commissioning checklist. Next to the commissioning instructions in this chapter, a general commissioning checklist is also available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required). The general commissioning checklist is complementary to the instructions in this chapter and can be used as a guideline and reporting template during commissioning and hand-over to the user.
Commissioning NOTICE Cooling operation mode. Perform the test run in cooling operation mode so that stop valves failing to open can be detected. Even if the user interface was set to heating operation mode, the unit will run in cooling operation mode during 2‑3 minutes (although the user interface will display the heating icon), and then automatically switch to heating operation mode.
Commissioning 19.4 To perform a test run INFORMATION ▪ Perform the test run according to the instructions in the outdoor unit manual. ▪ The test run is only completed if there is no malfunction code displayed on the user interface or the outdoor unit 7‑segment display. ▪...
Configuration 20 Configuration 20.1 Field setting Make the following field settings so that they correspond with the actual installation setup and with the needs of the user: ▪ Ceiling height ▪ Decoration panel type ▪ Air flow direction range ▪ Air volume when thermostat control is OFF ▪...
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Configuration If the … decoration panel is used Then SW/C1 —/C2 Standard or auto cleaning 13 (23) Design Setting: Airflow direction range This setting must correspond with the needs of the user. If you want set the airflow direction range to… Then SW/C1 —/C2...
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Configuration Only use in combination with optional remote sensor or when setting M 10 (20), SW/C1 2, —/C2 3 is used. Setting: Time to clean air filter This setting must correspond with the air contamination in the room. It determines the interval at which "Time to clean filter"...
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Configuration If you want to set… Then Example SW/C1 —/C2 0°C 12 (22) cooling 24°C/heating 24°C 1°C cooling 24°C/heating 23°C 2°C cooling 24°C/heating 22°C 3°C cooling 24°C/heating 21°C 4°C cooling 24°C/heating 20°C 5°C cooling 24°C/heating 19°C 6°C cooling 24°C/heating 18°C 7°C cooling 24°C/heating 17°C Setting: Auto-restart after power failure...
Hand-over to the user 21 Hand-over to the user Once the test run is finished and the unit operates properly, make sure the following is clear for the user: ▪ Make sure that the user has the printed documentation and ask him/her to keep it for future reference.
Troubleshooting 22 Troubleshooting 22.1 Solving problems based on error codes If the unit runs into a problem, the user interface displays an error code. It is important to understand the problem and to take measures before resetting an error code. This should be done by a licensed installer or by your local dealer. This chapter gives you an overview of most possible error codes and their descriptions as they appear on the user interface.
Disposal 23 Disposal NOTICE Do NOT try to dismantle the system yourself: dismantling of the system, treatment of the refrigerant, oil and other parts MUST comply with applicable legislation. Units MUST be treated at a specialised treatment facility for reuse, recycling and recovery. FXFN-B Installer and user reference guide CO₂...
A subset of the latest technical data is available on the regional Daikin website (publicly accessible). ▪ The full set of the latest technical data is available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required). 24.1 Wiring diagram 24.1.1 Unified wiring diagram legend For applied parts and numbering, refer to the wiring diagram on the unit.
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Technical data Symbol Meaning AC*, CN*, E*, HA*, HE*, HL*, HN*, HR*, Connection, connector MR*_A, MR*_B, S*, U, V, W, X*A, K*R_*, NE D*, V*D Diode Diode bridge DIP switch Heater FU*, F*U, (for characteristics, refer to Fuse PCB inside your unit) Connector (frame ground) Harness H*P, LED*, V*L...
Optional equipment Equipment made or approved by Daikin that can be combined with the product according to the instructions in the accompanying documentation. Field supply Equipment NOT made by Daikin that can be combined with the product according to the instructions in the accompanying documentation.
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