Revision A: • MUZ-GX09/12/15NL - MUZ-GX09/12/15NLHZ - and MUY-GX09/12/15NL - have been added. •12. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS has been corrected. OBD951 is void. OUTDOOR UNIT No. OBD951 TECHNICAL & utilized REVISED EDITION-A SERVICE MANUAL R454B Models MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUY-GX09NL MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX12NLHZ MUY-GX12NL MUZ-GX15NL MUZ-GX15NLHZ...
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Use the specified refrigerant only Never use any refrigerant other than that specified. Doing so may cause a burst, an explosion, or fire when the unit is being used, serviced, or disposed of. Correct refrigerant is specified in the manuals and on the spec labels provided with our products. We will not be held responsible for mechanical failure, system malfunction, unit breakdown or accidents caused by failure to follow the instructions.
SERVICING PRECAUTIONS FOR UNITS USING REFRIGERANT R454B Servicing precautions for units using refrigerant R454B Refrigerant WARNING Safety Group This unit uses a flammable refrigerant. If refrigerant leaks and comes in contact with fire or heating part, it will create harmful gas and there is risk of fire. Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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2. Additional refrigerant charge Additional refrigerant charge Refrigerant for the indoor units and the extended piping is not included in the outdoor unit when the unit is shipped from the factory. Therefore, charge each refrigerant piping system with additional refrigerant at the installation site. In addition, in order to carry out service, enter the size and length of each liquid pipe and additional refrigerant charge amounts in the spaces pro- vided on the “Refrigerant amount”...
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MSZ-GX18/24NL Hook Lead wire Refrigerant sensor Insert the bottom of the sensor case. Insulation Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 (1) Remove the panel. (2) Remove the insulation and take out the lead wire below the insulation. (Fig. 1) (3) Connect the lead wire to refrigerant sensor. (Fig. 2) (4) Insert the refrigerant sensor in the direction of the arrow and then fix it with the hook.
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4. Cautions for the unit using R454B refrigerant Basic work procedures are the same as those for conventional units using refrigerant R410A. However, pay careful attention to the following points. ■ Information on servicing 1. Checks to the area Prior to beginning work on systems containing FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS, safety checks are necessary to ensure that the risk of ignition is minimized.
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■ Repairs to sealed components Sealed electrical components shall be replaced. ■ Repair to intrinsically safe components Intrinsically safe components must be replaced. ■ Cabling Check that cabling will not be subject to wear, corrosion, excessive pressure, vibration, sharp edges or any other adverse environmental effects.
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■ Decommissioning Before carrying out this procedure, it is essential that the technician is completely familiar with the equipment and all its detail. It is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are recovered safely. Prior to the task being carried out, an oil and refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is required prior to re-use of recovered refrigerant.
MUZ-GX09NL-U1 OUTLINES AND DIMENSIONS MUZ-GX12NL-U1 MUZ-GX15NL-U1 MUZ-GX09NLHZ-U1 MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX15NL MUZ-GX12NLHZ-U1 MUY-GX09NL MUY-GX12NL MUY-GX15NL MUZ-GX15NLHZ-U1 MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUZ-GX12NLHZ MUZ-GX15NLHZ MUY-GX09NL-U1 Unit: inch MUY-GX12NL-U1 MUY-GX15NL-U1 REQUIRED SPACE 4 in. (100 mm) or more when front and sides of the unit are clear...
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MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ Unit: inch REQUIRED SPACE 4 in OR MORE. 14 in OR MORE. 16-7/16 AIR IN ↓ DRAIN HOLE ø1-21/32 → 20 in OR MORE. AIR IN OPEN TWO SIDES OF RIGHT, 4 in OR MORE.
How to operate with fixed operational frequency of the compressor. 1. Press the emergency operation switch on the front of the indoor unit, and select either EMERGENCY COOL mode or EMERGENCY HEAT mode before starting to operate the air conditioner. 2.
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MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX24NLHZ MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL SHF at rating condition = 0.79 SHF at rating condition = 0.78 = 573 CFM = 688 CFM Airflow Airflow Outdoor intake air DB temperature (°F) Outdoor intake air DB temperature (°F) MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL SHF at rating condition = 0.70...
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Heating Heating capacity (at Rated frequency) Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ Airflow = 448 CFM Airflow = 448 CFM Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX12NLHZ Airflow = 448 CFM Airflow = 448 CFM Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F)
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MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX18NLHZ = 622 CFM = 622 CFM Airflow Airflow Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX24NLHZ = 765 CFM Airflow = 765 CFM Airflow Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) Outdoor intake air WB temperature (°F) MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL Airflow...
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8-3. CONDENSING PRESSURE Cooling Data are based on the condition of indoor humidity 50 %. Air flow should be set to High speed. MUZ-GX09NL MUY-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ (psig) (psig) 95 100 105 110 115 95 100 105 110 115 (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX12NL MUY-GX12NL...
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MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX36NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) 95 100 105 110 115 95 100 105 110 115 Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature Heating Data are based on the condition of outdoor humidity 75%. Air flow should be set to High speed. Data are for heating operation without any frost.
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MUZ-GX12NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX12NLHZ (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX15NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX15NLHZ (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature OBD951A...
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MUZ-GX18NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX18NLHZ (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX24NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX24NLHZ (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature OBD951A...
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MUZ-GX30NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature MUZ-GX36NL (psig) (psig) (°F) (°F) Outdoor ambient temperature Outdoor ambient temperature OBD951A...
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8-5. CAPACITY AND INPUT CORRECTION BY INVERTER OUTPUT FREQUENCY MUZ-GX09NL MUY-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NL MUY-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NL Correction of Cooling capacity Correction of Cooling total input Correction of Heating capacity Correction of Heating total input (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor...
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MUZ-GX15NL MUY-GX15NL MUZ-GX15NL MUY-GX15NL MUZ-GX15NL MUZ-GX15NL Correction of Cooling capacity Correction of Cooling total input Correction of Heating capacity Correction of Heating total input (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor MUZ-GX15NLHZ MUZ-GX15NLHZ...
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MUZ-GX18NL MUY-GX18NL MUZ-GX18NL Correction of Cooling capacity Correction of Cooling total input Correction of Heating capacity Correction of Heating total input (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor MUZ-GX18NLHZ Correction of Cooling capacity...
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MUZ-GX30NL MUY-GX30NL MUZ-GX30NL Correction of Cooling capacity Correction of Cooling total input Correction of Heating capacity Correction of Heating total input (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor The operational frequency of compressor MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX36NL...
ACTUATOR CONTROL MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX15NL MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX09NL MUY-GX12NL MUY-GX15NL MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUZ-GX12NLHZ MUZ-GX15NLHZ MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ 9-1. OUTDOOR FAN MOTOR CONTROL The fan motor turns ON/OFF, interlocking with the compressor. [ON] The fan motor turns ON 5 seconds before the compressor starts up. [OFF] The fan motor turns OFF 15 seconds after the compressor has stopped running.
TROUBLESHOOTING MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX15NL MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX09NL MUY-GX12NL MUY-GX15NL MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUZ-GX12NLHZ MUZ-GX15NLHZ MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ 11-1. CAUTIONS ON TROUBLESHOOTING 1. Before troubleshooting, check the following 1) Check the power supply voltage. 2) Check the indoor/outdoor connecting wire for miswiring. 2.
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11-2. FAILURE MODE RECALL FUNCTION AND ERROR CODE DISPLAY MODE Outline of the function This air conditioner can memorize the failure which has occurred last time. Even though LED indication listed on the troubleshooting check table (11-3.) disappears, the memorized failure can be recalled.
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A (From previous page) Press OFF/ON (stop/operate) button of the remote controller with the remote controller headed towards the indoor unit. *1. The indoor unit is normal, but the outdoor unit might be abnormal. Does the upper OPERATION INDICATOR lamp on There are some abnormalities that cannot be recalled with this way.
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2. Flow chart of the outdoor unit failure mode recall function Operational procedure The outdoor unit might be abnormal. Check if the outdoor unit is abnormal according to the following procedures. Make sure that the remote controller is set to the failure mode recall function. Get close to the front of the indoor unit.
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A (From previous page) Releasing the failure mode recall function Release the failure mode recall function by the following procedures. Turn OFF the power supply and turn it ON again. Press RESET button of the remote controller. Repair the failure parts. Deleting the memorized abnormal condition After repairing the unit, recall the failure mode again according to “Setting up the failure mode recall function”...
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3. Flow chart of error code display mode This explains how customers can check the error code on their own. This is included in OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Operational procedure The remote controller is powered OFF. Get close to the front of the indoor unit. Point the remote controller at the receiving section of the indoor unit, and keep pressing CHECK with a fine-tipped object until the beeps.
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4. Table of outdoor unit failure mode recall function OPERATION Indoor/outdoor Outdoor unit Error INDICATOR Abnormal point LED indication unit failure Condition Remedy failure mode lamp code (Failure mode/protection) (Outdoor P.C. board) mode recall recall function (Indoor unit) function Not blink None (Normal) —...
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NOTE: Blinking patterns of this mode differ from the ones of TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK TABLE (11-3.). OPERATION Indoor/outdoor Outdoor unit Error INDICATOR Abnormal point LED indication unit failure Condition Remedy failure mode lamp code (Failure mode/protection) (Outdoor P.C. board) mode recall recall function (Indoor unit) function...
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11-3. TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK TABLE Abnormal point/ Symptom LED indication Condition Remedy Condition Outdoor unit 1-time blink every Outdoor power Overcurrent protection cut-out operates 3 consecutive times • Reconnect connector of does not 2.5 seconds system within 1 minute after the compressor gets started. compressor.
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Abnormal point/ Symptom LED indication Condition Remedy Condition Outdoor unit 1-time blink Deceleration of the Current from power outlet is nearing breaker capacity. The unit is normal, but check the operates. 2.5 seconds OFF operational following. frequency of the • Check if indoor filters are compressor by the clogged.
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11-4. TROUBLESHOOTING CRITERION OF MAIN PARTS MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX15NL MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX09NL MUY-GX12NL MUY-GX15NL MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUZ-GX12NLHZ MUZ-GX15NLHZ MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ Part name Check method and criterion Figure Defrost thermistor Measure the resistance with a multimeter. (RT61) Refer to 11-6.
11-5. TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW A How to check inverter/compressor Disconnect the connector between the compressor and the power module (IC700). Check the voltage between terminals. See 11-5. “Check of open phase”. Are the voltages balanced? Replace the inverter P.C. board. Check the compressor. See 11-5.
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D Check of compressor winding ● Disconnect the connector between the compressor and the power module (IC700), and measure the resistance between the compressor terminals. <<Measurement point>> At 3 points *Measure the resistance between the lead wires at 3 points. BLK-WHT BLK-RED WHT-RED...
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G Check of outdoor thermistors Disconnect the connector of thermistor in the inverter P.C. board (see below table), and measure the resistance of thermistor. Replace the thermistor except RT64. Is the resistance of thermistor normal? When RT64 is abnormal, replace the (Refer to 11-6.1.) inverter P.C.
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H Check of R.V. coil MUZ-GX18/24/30/36 * First of all, measure the resistance of R.V. coil to check if the coil is defective. Refer to 11-4. * In case CN602 is disconnected or R.V. coil is open, voltage is generated between the terminal pins of the connector although no signal is being transmitted to R.V.
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I Check of outdoor fan motor Disconnect the connectors CN931 and CN932 from the inverter P.C. board. Check the connection between the connector CN931 and CN932. Is the resistance between each termi- nal of outdoor fan motor normal? (Refer to 11-4.) Disconnect CN932 from the inverter P.C.
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J Check of power supply Disconnect the connector between the compressor and the power module (IC700). Rectify indoor/outdoor Turn ON power supply and press the connecting wire. emergency operation switch. Does the upper lamp of the Is there voltage 208/230 V AC Replace the indoor OPERATION INDICATOR lamp between the indoor terminal...
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K Check of LEV (Expansion valve) Turn ON the power supply. <Preparation of the remote controller> E.g.: MSZ type While pressing both Operation select button and TEMP button on the remote controller at the same time, press RESET button. First, release RESET button. Hold down the other 2 buttons for another 3 seconds.
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L Check of inverter P.C. board Check the outdoor fan motor. (Refer to 11-5. .) Is the fuse (F901) blown on the inverter P.C. board? Check the connection of the connectors (CN931, CN932) of the outdoor fan motor. If the connection is poor, make it correct. Operate the outdoor unit by starting EMERGENCY OPERATION.
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M How to check miswiring and serial signal error Turn ON the power supply. Is there rated voltage in the power supply? Check the power supply. Is there rated voltage between outdoor terminal block S1 and S2? Check the wiring. Press the emergency operation switch once.
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N Check of defrost heater MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ Check the following points before checking electric continuity. 1. Does the resistance of ambient temperature thermistor have the characteristics? Refer to 11-6.1. 2. Is the resistance of defrost heater normal? Refer to 11-4. 3.
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P Check of compressor protector Disconnect the connector of compressor protector in the inverter P.C. board, and check the conduction of compressor protector. Is the discharge temperature Operate the unit and Is the compressor thermistor normal? Refer to 11-5. re-confirm if the protector conductive? “Check of outdoor thermistors”.
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Q Electromagnetic noise enters into TV sets or radios Is the unit grounded? Ground the unit. Is the distance between the antennas Extend the distance between the antennas and and the indoor unit within 9.91 ft. (3m), the indoor unit, and/or the antennas and the out- or is the distance between the antennas door unit.
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11-6. TEST POINT DIAGRAM AND VOLTAGE 1. Inverter P.C. board MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX12NL MUZ-GX15NL MUY-GX09NL MUY-GX12NL MUY-GX15NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUZ-GX12NLHZ MUZ-GX15NLHZ Smoothing Smoothing Heater R.V.coil Back side of unit capacitor capacitor (CN722) (CN721) DB61 (C61) (C62) 208/230 V AC 208/230 V AC 260 –...
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1. Inverter P.C. board MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ Smoothing Smoothing Smoothing Output to drive Heater (CN601) Fuse (F601) Back side of unit Capacitor Capacitor Capacitor Fuse (F880) outdoor fan motor 230 V AC T3.15AL250V T3.15AL250V (MUZ only) (MUZ only)
DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS <Detaching method of the terminal with locking mechanism> The terminal which has the locking mechanism can be detached as shown below. There are 2 types of the terminal with locking mechanism. The terminal without locking mechanism can be detached by pulling it out. Check the shape of the terminal before detaching.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES Screws of Photo 4 Screws of the Photo 5 Screw of the conduit cover the back panel conduit plate 2. Removing the inverter assembly, inverter P.C. Photo 6 board Screw of the heat sink (1) Remove the top panel, cabinet and service panel. support and the separator (Refer to section 1.) (2) Disconnect the lead wire to the reactor and the following...
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES * Connection procedure when attaching the inverter Photo 9 P.C. board (Photo 9) MUZ-GX09NL MUZ-GX09NLHZ MUY-GX09NL 1. Connect the lead wires of the fan motor (Power) and MUZ-GX12NL MUY-GX12NL ambient temperature thermistor (NLHZ only) to the con- Lead wires of the fan motor (Power) Lead wires of the nector on the inverter P.C.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES 3. Removing R.V. coil Photo 10 (1) Remove the cabinet and panels. (Refer to section 1.) (2) Disconnect the following connectors: <Inverter P.C. board> CN721 (R.V. coil) Screw of (3) Remove the R.V. coil. the R.V. coil Discharge temperature thermistor...
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES 5. Removing outdoor fan motor Photo 12 Screws of the outdoor fan motor (1) Remove the top panel, cabinet and service panel. (Refer to section 1.) (2) Disconnect the following connectors: <Inverter P.C. board> CN931, CN932 (Fan motor) (3) Remove the propeller fan nut.
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12-2. MUZ-GX18NL MUZ-GX24NL MUZ-GX30NL MUZ-GX36NL MUY-GX18NL MUY-GX24NL MUY-GX30NL MUY-GX36NL MUZ-GX18NLHZ MUZ-GX24NLHZ : Indicates the visible parts in the photos/figures. : Indicates the invisible parts in the photos/figures. NOTE: Turn OFF the power supply before disassembly. OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES 1. Removing the cabinet Photo 2 (1) Remove the screws of the service panel.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES Photo 5 Photo 6 Screws of the conduit cover Screw of the conduit plate 2. Removing the inverter assembly, inverter P.C. Photo 7 board and fuse P.C. board 2-1. Removing the inverter assembly and inverter P.C. board (1) Remove the top panel, cabinet and service panel.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES Photo 11 * Connection procedure when attaching the inverter P.C. board (Photo 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) Hook of the lead wires of the Hook of the lead 1. Attach the heat sink support to the P.C. board support. P.C.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES 2-2. Removing the fuse P.C. board Photo 13 Support Fuse P.C. board (1) Remove the top panel, cabinet and service panel. (Refer to section 1.) (2) Disconnect the lead wire to the reactor and the inverter P.C. board connectors. (Refer to section 2-1. (2)) (3) Remove the compressor connector (CN61).
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES Photo 15 4. Removing outdoor fan motor (1) Remove the top panel, cabinet and service panel. Propeller fan nut (Refer to section 1.) (2) Disconnect the following connectors: <Inverter P.C. board> Propeller fan CN931, CN932 (Fan motor) (3) Remove the propeller fan nut.
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OPERATING PROCEDURE PHOTOS/FIGURES 6. Removing the compressor and 4-way valve Photo 17 (1) Remove the cabinet and panels. (Refer to section 1.) (2) Remove the inverter assembly. (Refer to section 2.) (3) Remove the screws fixing the reactor. (4) Remove the reactor. (5) Remove the soundproof felt.
CAPACITY CORRECTION RATIO CURVE FOR PIPING LENGTH Correction ratio of capacity according to the length of piping (cooling) Indoor unit 06 class Indoor unit 100% 24 class Indoor unit 15 class Indoor unit 18 class Indoor unit 09 class Indoor unit 30 class Indoor unit 36 class...
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