How It Works; Proper Maintenance - Trane 4TTR3 Use And Care Manual

TRANE
Heat Pumps
heat in winter.
How it works to
keep you comfortable
Air Conditioners
and Heat Pumps
cool in summer.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Trane
outdoor unit. Your outdoor unit is designed to work
with a matched indoor unit creating a system that
delivers years of dependable service and performance.
Your system will cool, filter, and dehumidify the air in your home.
Additionally, a heat pump heats the air in your home.
As the system circulates air, it also filters it. The system also extracts
excess moisture from the home to help control humidity in muggy
summer months.
Acquaint yourself with your new system by spending just a few
minutes with this booklet. Learn about the operation of your system
and the small amount of maintenance it takes to keep it operating at
peak efficiency.
Proper maintenance for
maximum efficiency
An outdoor unit is not a household appli-
ance. It's a self-contained system that re-
quires professional maintenance and repair.
That's why attempts at "do-it-yourself"
repairs on an in-warranty unit may void
the remainder of your warranty.
Other than performing the simple
maintenance recommended in this
manual, you should not attempt to make
any adjustments to your system. Your
dealer will be able to take care of any
questions or problems you may have.
Help ensure top efficiency by cleaning
or replacing the filter monthly.*
When your system circulates and filters
the air in your home, dust and dirt par-
ticles build up on the filter. Excessive
accumulation can block the airflow,
To prevent injury, death, or property damage, read
and follow all instructions and warnings, including
labels shipped with or attached to unit before
operating your new outdoor system.
Air Conditioner & Heat Pump
forcing the unit to work harder to maintain
desired temperatures. And the harder
your unit works, the more energy it uses.
Clean or replace your filter twice a
month during seasons when the unit
runs more often.
When replacing your filter(s), always
use the same size and type that was
originally supplied. Filters are available
from your dealer.
Disconnect all electrical power to the indoor air
handler or furnace before removing access panels
to perform any maintenance. Disconnect power to
both the indoor and outdoor units. NOTE:There
may be more than one electrical disconnect switch.
Electric shock can cause personal injury or death.
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Although special care has been taken to minimize
sharp edges in the construction of your unit, be
extremely careful when handling parts or reaching
into the unit.
Where disposable filters are used, they
must be replaced every month with the
same size as originally supplied.
How to remove your filter.*
Ask your Trane dealer where the filter
is located in your system and how to
service it.
Just be sure to replace it with the arrows
pointing in the direction of the airflow.
* Before removing the filter, see the owner's
manual furnished with the indoor unit.
Heat Pump
Efficiency can be maintained
by keeping outdoor unit clear
of snow, ice and debris.
Efficient operation of your outdoor unit
depends on the free flow of air over the
coil. Anything that blocks the airflow
causes the compressor to work harder
to move the warm air out of your house.
Buildup of snow and ice can restrict
airflow. As soon as possible after accu-
mulation, clean snow from the area
around the outdoor unit.
To avoid overworking your unit, do not
plant flowers or shrubbery right next to it.
Also, make sure that nothing is stacked
against the sides of the unit or draped
over it.
Making sure your outdoor unit is kept
clear at all times helps it work at peak
efficiency.
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