Summary of Contents for Ouellet Flexx OTP-F R32 Series
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Owner’s Manual Flexx Central Heat Pump Outdoor Models : OFLX1-H24A-O OFLX1-H36A-O OFLX1-H48A-O OFLX1-H60A-O French version available only in digital form. Scan the QR code on page 5 to access it. Please read this owner’s manual carefully before operating the unit and keep it for future reference.
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To Users Please read this instruction manual carefully before installing and using the product, so as to master and correctly use the product. In order to guide you to correctly install and use our product and achieve expected operating effect, we hereby instruct as below: (1) This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience...
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Exception Clauses Manufacturer will bear no responsibilities when personal injury or property loss is caused by the following reasons: Damage the product due to improper use or misuse of the product. Alter, change, maintain or use the product with other equipment without abiding by the instruction manual of manufacturer.
Contents 1 Safety Precautions ............... 1 2 Product Introduction ............. 5 2.1 Operating Range ..............5 2.2 Standard Accessories .............5 3 Installation ................5 3.1 Installation Preparation ............5 3.2 Unit Installation ..............10 3.3 Electrical Installation ............19 3.4 Check after Installation ............23 3.5 Test Running ................
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7.2 Checks to the Area ............... 37 7.3 Work Procedure ..............37 7.4 General Work Area............... 37 7.5 Checking for Presence of Refrigerant ........37 7.6 Presence of Fire Extinguisher ..........38 7.7 No Ignition Sources .............. 38 7.8 Ventilated Area ..............38 7.9 Checks to the Refrigerating Equipment ........
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 1 Safety Precautions This product can’t be installed at corrosive, inflammable or explosive environment or the place with special requirements, such as kitchen. Otherwise, it will affect the normal operation or shorten the service life of the unit, or even cause fire hazard or serious injury.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Appliance filled with flammable magas R32. Before install the appliance, read the installation manual first. Before use the appliance, read the owner’s manual first. Before repair the appliance, read the service manual first. Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean,other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (1) Please install according to this instruction manual. Installation must be performed in accordance with the requirement of NEC and CEC by authorized personnel only. (2) Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a current valid certificate from an industry-accredited assessment authority, which authorises their competence to handle refrigerants safely in accordance with an industry recognised assessment specification.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (1) Do not put a finger or other objects into the air inlet or return air grill. (2) Please adopt safety protection measures before touching the refrigerant pipe; otherwise your hands may be hurt. (3) Please arrange the drain pipe according to the instruction manual.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 2 Product Introduction 2.1 Operating Range — Cooling Heating Outdoor 5°F(-15°C)~129.2°F (54°C) -22°F (-30°C)~75.2°F (24°C) temperature 2.2 Standard Accessories GUD24W2/NhE-D(U), GUD36W2/NhE-D(U) Outdoor unit accessories Name Appearance Q'ty Usage To plug the unused drain Drain plug hole Drainage...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Selection of installation location for outdoor unit (Select a location pursuant to the following condition). (1) Noise and air flow produced by the outdoor unit will not disturb the neighbors. (2) Select a location that is safe and away from animals and plants.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Unit: inch(mm) Dimensions Model OFLX1-H24A-O 42-1/16 16-13/16 37-13/16 29-3/4 15-9/16 14-9/16 (1068) (427) (960) (755) (396) (990) (370) OFLX1-H36A-O Unit: inch(mm) Dimensions Model OFLX1-H48A-O 38-1/2 16-1/4 49-5/8 22-7/16 14-7/8 35-7/16 13-3/8 (978) (412)
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.1.3 Diagram of Unit Installation Space and Location Diagram of installation space and location for outdoor unit (Notice: for best performance of the outdoor unit, make sure its installation space conforms to the following installation dimensions).
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 2) When two or more outdoor units are to be installed side by side. Unit: mm (mm) A,B,C — ≥300 ≥300 ≥1000 — — A,B,C,E — ≥300 ≥300 ≥1000 — ≥1000 —...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3) When outdoor units are installed in rows. Unit: mm (mm) ≤ 1/2H b ≥ 250 1/2H < H ≤ H b ≥ 300 > H Prohibited 3.2 Unit Installation (1) The outdoor unit does not have a TXV (thermal expansion valve), please make sure there is a throttling valve (which throttles the unit when it operates in cooling mode and opens fully when it operates in heating mode) in the indoor...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.2.1 Outdoor Unit Installation If the outdoor unit is installed on a solid ground such as concrete, use M10 screw bolts and nuts to secure the unit and make sure the unit stands erect and level.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Do not install the air conditioner in a corrosive environment, otherwise it may shorten the life, or negatively affect the performance of the unit. Installation requirements in snowy areas: 1) Install the air conditioner on a stand which more than 20 in.(500mm) higher than the expected snow fall to prevent it from being covered by snow.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Maximum Biggest drop between Size of fitting pipe(inch) Item pipe indoor and outdoor Model length units Liquid pipe Gas pipe feet(m) feet(m) OFLX1-H24A-O OFLX1-H36A-O Φ3/8 Φ3/4 98.4(30) 49.2(15) OFLX1-H48A-O OFLX1-H60A-O Connection pipe should adopt water-proof insulating material.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Do not bend the pipes in an angle more than 90°. If the pipe is repeatedly bent or extended, it will become hard and difficult to be bent or extended. So do not bend or extend the pipe for more than 3 times.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.2.2.4.1 Screw Connection Pipe diameter (inch) Tightening torque (N·m) Ф1/4 15-30 Ф3/8 35-40 Ф1/2 45-50 Ф5/8 60-65 Ф3/4 70-75 Ф7/8 80-85 3.2.3 Connection Pipe Vacuum Pumping and Leak Detection 3.2.3.1 Vacuum Pumping (1) Make sure the outlet of vacuum pump is away from fire source and is well-ventilated.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner The evacuation duration depends on the unit’s capacity, generally. Model Time(min) OFLX1-H24A-O OFLX1-H36A-O OFLX1-H48A-O OFLX1-H60A-O And verify if the pressure gauge at the low pressure side of the manifold valve assembly reads -0.1MPa, if not, it indicates there is leak somewhere.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.2.4 Refrigerant Adding See the following table for the amount of additional refrigerant. Unnecessary Item Standard Additional refrigerant charge pipe Model pipe length amount for extra pipe length OFLX1-H24A-O 30g/m OFLX1-H36A-O 7.5m ≤9.5m...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner If the outdoor unit is above the indoor unit, arrange the pipeline according to the following diagram. 1) Wind the insulating tape from bottom to top. 2) The whole pipeline should be wound together to avoid water returning to the room.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.3 Electrical Installation 3.3.1 Requirement and Notice on Electrical Installation The electrical installation for the air conditioner should observe the following requirements: ①. The electrical installation must be conducted by professionals in compliance with local laws and regulations and the instructions in this manual.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 3.3.2 Electrical Parameters Maximum Fuse Minimum Power over-current Model capacity circuit ampacity supply protection 208/230V- OFLX1-H24A-O 1Ph-60Hz 208/230V- OFLX1-H36A-O 27.7 1Ph-60Hz 208/230V- OFLX1-H48A-O 39.9 1Ph-60Hz 208/230V- OFLX1-H60A-O 39.9 1Ph-60Hz NOTE: All wires must go through the tube. 3.3.3 Connection of Power Cords and Communication Wires For solid wires (as shown below): 1) Use wire cutters to cut off the wire end and then peel away about 25mm...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Unit: mm(inch) How to connect the communication wires and power cords. Lead the communication wires and power cords through the insulation tube (as shown in the following figure). (1) Before working, please check whether the units are powered on. (2) Wrong wire connection may burn the electrical components.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Electrical wiring of outdoor units OFLX1-H24A-O, OFLX1-H36A-O, OFLX1-H48A-O, OFLX1-H60A-O NOTE: Y means Compressor control signal. B which is energized under the heating mode means 4-way valve control signal. D means defrosting signal. R means 24V AC power supply.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (8) When connecting the power cords, make sure the phase sequence of the power supply matches with the corresponding terminals, otherwise the compressor will get reversed and operate abnormally. Schematic diagram of the engineering routing: 3.4 Check after Installation Check Items after Installation Check items...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner The inside of the unit and the duct of indoor unit should be clean. Take irrelevant objects out if there is any. After checking, re-install the front side plate. Operation after connecting the power: If all the above works are finished, power on the unit.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4 Maintenance 4.1 Failures Not Caused by Faults of the AC If your air conditioner fails to function normally, please first check the following items before maintenance: Problem Cause Corrective measure If you turn off the unit and then immediately turn it on, in order to protect the...
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner The following situations are not operation failures. Problem Time of occurrence Cause If the unit is running under Mist comes from high humidity, the wet air in the air During operation. the room will be quickly conditioner.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.2 Error Code (1) If abnormal things (for example, awful smell) occur, please stop the unit immediately and disconnect power. Then contact Gree’s authorized service center. If the unit continues to run in abnormal situations, it may get damaged and cause electric shock or fire hazard.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Error code Error Evaporator output tube temperature sensing bag fault Internal jumper cap fault Drive reset protection (fan drive) Internal refrigerant leakage protection Fan communication failure (fan drive) Module temperature too high (fan driven) Drive sensor fault (fan drive) Phase loss protection (fan drive) Bus voltage too high (fan drive)
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.3 Unit Maintenance (1) Only professionals are allowed to carry on daily maintenance. (2) Before contacting any wire, make sure power is cut off. (3) Do not let any inflammable objects near the unit. (4) Do not use organic solvent to clean the air conditioner.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner (1) Before cleaning, please make sure the unit is stopped. Cut the circuit breaker and remove the power socket, otherwise, electric shock may occur. (2) Do not wash the air conditioner with water, otherwise fire hazard or electric shock may occur.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.3.5 Components Replacement Components are available in Gree agency or Gree distributors nearby. 4.4 Notice on Maintenance 4.4.1 Information on Servicing The manual shall contain specific information for service personnel who shall be instructed to undertake the following when servicing an appliance that employs a flammable refrigerant.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.4.1.3 Checks to Electrical Devices Repair and maintenance to electrical components shall include initial safety checks and component inspection procedures. If a fault exists that could compromise safety, then no electrical supply shall be connected to the circuit until it is satisfactorily dealt with.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.4.3 Repair to Intrinsically Safe Components Do not apply any permanent inductive or capacitance loads to the circuit without ensuring that this will not exceed the permissible voltage and current permitted for the equipment in use.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 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 reuse of reclaimed refrigerant. It is essential that electrical power is available before the task is commenced: Become familiar with the equipment and its operation.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 4.4.8 Recovery When removing refrigerant from a system, either for servicing or decommissioning, it is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are removed safely. When transferring refrigerant into cylinders, ensure that only appropriate refrigerant recovery cylinders are employed.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Examples for such working procedures are: Breaking into the refrigerating circuit; Opening of sealed components; Opening of ventilated enclosures 6 Transportation, Marking and Storage for Units that Employ Flammable Refrigerants 6.1 General The following information is provided for units that employ FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 6.5 Storage of Equipment / Appliances The storage of the appliance should be in accordance with the applicable regulations or instructions, whichever is more stringent. 6.6 Storage of Packed (Unsold) Equipment Storage package protection should be constructed in such a way that mechanical damage to the equipment inside the package will not cause a leak of the REFRIGERANT CHARGE.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner 7.6 Presence of Fire Extinguisher If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigerating equipment or any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall be available to hand. Have a dry powder or CO fire extinguisher adjacent to the charging area.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Marking to the equipment continues to be visible and legible. Markings and signs that are illegible shall be corrected; Refrigerating pipe or components are installed in a position where they are unlikely to be exposed to any substance which may corrode refrigerant containing components, unless the components are constructed of materials which are inherently resistant to being corroded or are suitably...
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Code, or CSA B52. All field joints shall be accessible for inspection prior to being covered or enclosed; That after completion of field piping for split systems, the field pipework shall be pressure tested with an inert gas and then vacuum tested prior to refrigerant charging, according to the following requirements field-made refrigerant joints indoors shall be tightness tested.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner percentage of the LFL of the refrigerant and shall be calibrated to the refrigerant employed, and the appropriate percentage of gas (25 % maximum) is confirmed. Leak detection fluids are also suitable for use with most refrigerants but the use of detergents containing chlorine shall be avoided as the chlorine may react with the refrigerant and corrode the copper pipe-work.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner and finally pulling down to a vacuum (optional for A2L). This process shall be repeated until no refrigerant is within the system (optional for A2L). When the final oxygen-free nitrogen charge is used, the system shall be vented down to atmospheric pressure to enable work to take place.
DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner Before attempting the procedure, ensure that: 1) Mechanical handling equipment is available, if required, for handling refrigerant cylinders; 2) All personal protective equipment is available and being used correctly; 3) The recovery process is supervised at all times by a competent person; 4) Recovery equipment and cylinders conform to the appropriate standards.
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DC Inverter U-match Series for R32 Unitary Split Air Conditioner are designated for the recovered refrigerant and labelled for that refrigerant (i.e.special cylinders for the recovery of refrigerant). Cylinders shall be complete with pressure-relief valve and associated shut-off valves in good working order. Empty recovery cylinders are evacuated and, if possible, cooled before recovery occurs.
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The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with the sales agency or manufacturer for details. Any updates to the manual will be uploaded to the service website, please check for the latest version. Please read this owner’s manual carefully before operating the unit and keep it for future reference.
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