Argo R410A Installation Instructions Manual

Multiset system air conditioner
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06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO
I R410A Models
Indoor Units
Indoor Unit Type
AS1S
1-Way Air Discharge
Semi-Concealed
ASBS
1-Way Air Discharge
Semi-Concealed Slim
AS2S
2-Way Air Discharge
Semi-Concealed
ASS
4-Way Air Discharge
Semi-Concealed
AWS
Wall-Mounted
ACS
Ceiling-Mounted
ADS
Concealed-Duct
ADPS Concealed-Duct
High Static Pressure
AFS
Floor-Standing
AFNS
Concealed-Floor-
Standing
Outdoor Units
AES
Heat Pump Unit
* Refrigerant R410A is used in the outdoor units.
Optional Controllers
Remote Controller
Wireless Remote Controller (For ASS type)
Wireless Remote Controller (For AS2S, ASBS type)
Wireless Remote Controller (For ACS type)
REM
Wireless Remote Controller
(For AS1S, ADS, ADPS, AFS, AFNS type)
Wireless Remote Controller (For AWS type)
Simplified Remote Controller
Remote Sensor
System Controller
Schedule Timer
85464359926000 2006
2/8/06
4:37 PM
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

– MULTISET System Air Conditioner –
DC Inverter R410A
22
28
AS1S22MH
AS1S28MH
AS1S36MH
ASBS28MH
ASBS36MH
AS2S22MH
AS2S28MH
AS2S36MH
ASS22MH
ASS28MH
ASS36MH
AWS22MH
AWS28MH
AWS36MH
ACS36MH
ADS22MH
ADS28MH
ADS36MH
AFS22MH
AFS28MH
AFS36MH
AFNS22MH
AFNS28MH
AFNS36MH
ES04MMIH, AES05MMIH, AES06MMIH
REM HW
REM HLASS
REM HLAS2BS
REM HLACS
REM HL
REM HLAWS
REM HWSM
RSM
REM HW64S
REM HWT
36
56
73
ASBS56MH
ASBS73MH
AS2S56MH
AS2S73MH
ASS56MH
ASS73MH
AWS56MH
AWS73MH
ACS56MH
ACS73MH
ADS56MH
ADS73MH
ADPS73MH
AFS56MH
AFS73MH
AFNS56MH
AFNS73MH
106
140
ASS106MH
ASS140MH
ACS106MH
ACS140MH
ADS106MH
ADS140MH
ADPS106MH
ADPS140MH
W
AS1S
ASBS
AS2S
ASS
AWS
ACS
ADS
ADPS
AFS
AFNS
AES
REM

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    AFNS36MH AFNS56MH AFNS73MH Standing Outdoor Units Heat Pump Unit ES04MMIH, AES05MMIH, AES06MMIH * Refrigerant R410A is used in the outdoor units. ADPS Optional Controllers Remote Controller REM HW Wireless Remote Controller (For ASS type) REM HLASS Wireless Remote Controller (For AS2S, ASBS type)
  • Page 2: Important

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT! Please Read Before Starting When Installing… …In a Room This air conditioning system meets strict safety and operating standards. As the installer or service person, it is an impor-...
  • Page 3: Check Of Density Limit

    The refrigerant (R410A), which is used in the air condi- tioner, is safe, without the toxicity or combustibility of ammonia, and is not restricted by laws imposed to pro- tect the ozone layer.
  • Page 4: Precautions For Installation Using New Refrigerant

    2. Be sure to recharge the refrigerant only in liquid form. 2-1. Since R410A is a non-azeotrope, recharging the refrigerant in gas form can lower performance and cause defects of the unit.
  • Page 5 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 5 3-2. Use R410A exclusive cylinder only. Valve Single-outlet valve (with siphon tube) Liquid refrigerant should be recharged with the cylinder standing on end as shown. Liquid...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 6 CONTENTS Page Page IMPORTANT ......2 3-11.
  • Page 7: Pm Page

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 7 Page Page 5. ELECTRICAL WIRING ....73 10-4. Auto Address Setting 5-1. General Precautions on Wiring 10-5.
  • Page 8: General

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 8 1. GENERAL Check local electrical codes CAUTION This booklet briefly outlines where and how to install and regulations before the air conditioning system. Please read over the obtaining wire. Also, check...
  • Page 9 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 9 Table 1-1 (1-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed) Part Name Figure Q’ty Remarks Flare insulator For gas and liquid tubes (Black) For gas and liquid tubes Insulating tape (White) For gas and liquid tube flare nuts...
  • Page 10 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 10 Table 1-3 (2-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed) Part Name Figure Q’ty Remarks Flare insulator For gas and liquid tubes Insulating tape (White) For gas and liquid tube flare nuts Vinyl clamp...
  • Page 11 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 11 Table 1-6 (Ceiling-Mounted) Part Name Figure Q’ty Remarks Special washer For temporarily suspending indoor unit from ceiling For drain hose joint Drain insulator Flare insulator 2 sets For gas and liquid tube joints...
  • Page 12 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 12 Table 1-8 (Concealed-Duct High Static Pressure) Part Name Figure Q’ty Remarks For suspending indoor unit from ceiling Special washer For gas and liquid tubes Flare insulator For drain pipe connection Drain socket For increasing size of liquid tube from ø6.35 to...
  • Page 13: Tubing Size

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 13 1-5. Tubing Size Table 1-11 Main Tubing Size (LA) 11.2 14.0 15.5 System horsepower Gas tubing ø15.88 ø19.05 (mm) Liquid tubing ø9.52 (mm) Unit: mm Note: When only one indoor unit is connected to a 6-hp outdoor unit, connect ø19.05 gas tubing up to just before the indoor unit, then use a socket or similar device (field supply) to change the tube diameter to ø15.88 and connect the gas tube...
  • Page 14: Additional Refrigerant Charge

    Unit distribution tube Note: Do not use commercially available T-joints for the liquid tubing. R410A distribution joint * Be sure to use special R410A distribution joints (DDVI: purchased separately) DDVI16 (for indoor unit) for outdoor unit connections and tubing branches.
  • Page 15: Check Of Limit Density

    Indoor unit (1) added to that distribution joint. (When adding the ball valve, locate it within 40 cm of the distribution joint.) (When not using ball valve) (Consult with ARGO separately concerning the ball Main tubing valve.) Horizontal If a trap or ball valve is not added, do not operate...
  • Page 16: Optional Distribution Joint Kit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 16 1-12. Optional Distribution Joint Kit See the installation instructions packaged with the distribution joint kit for the installation procedure. Table 1-20 Model name Cooling capacity after distribution Remarks DDVI16 22.4 kW or less...
  • Page 17 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 17 Ball Valve Installation (for refrigerant R410A only) Check the size of the ball valve set you separately purchased. Model name Size BV-RXP56AG ø6.35 • ø12.7 BV-RXP160AG ø9.52 • ø15.88 These valves are flare-nut type.
  • Page 18: Recommended Location Of Ball Valves

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 18 3. Opening and closing the valve This valve is open at the time of shipment from the factory. If the valve is used for extension, be sure to close it.
  • Page 19: Example Of Tubing Size Selection And Refrigerant Charge Amount

    “fully open” position.) Charge with R410A refrigerant in liquid form. With R410A refrigerant, charge while adjusting the amount being fed a little at a time in order to prevent liquid refrigerant from backing up. After charging is completed, turn all valves to the “fully open” position.
  • Page 20 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 20 Example: Main tube of unit 1st branch model 73 Unit distribution tube model 22 model 28 model 36 model 56 Example of each tubing length Main tubing Distribution joint tubing...
  • Page 21: Selecting The Installation Site

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 21 Ceiling-Mounted Type 2. SELECTING THE INSTALLATION SITE Ceiling 2-1. Indoor Unit Wall AVOID: areas where leakage of flammable gas may be min. 25 cm min. 25 cm expected. Front view places where large amounts of oil mist exist.
  • Page 22: Outdoor Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 22 2-2. Outdoor Unit Exhaust fan AVOID: heat sources, exhaust fans, etc. (Fig. 2-6) Hot air damp, humid or uneven locations Heat source Out- door unit choose a place as cool as possible.
  • Page 23: Air Discharge Chamber For Top Discharge

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 23 2-3. Air Discharge Chamber for Top Discharge Be sure to install an air discharge chamber in the Air discharge field when: it is difficult to keep a space of min. 50 cm between the air discharge outlet and an obstacle.
  • Page 24: Dimensions Of Air-Discharge Chamber

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 24 2-6. Dimensions of Air-Discharge Chamber Reference diagram for air-discharge chamber (field supply) For AES04/05/06MMIH Unit front, air discharge chamber Unit left side, air discharge chamber Unit light side, air discharge chamber Reinforcement brackets, 4 locations 29.5...
  • Page 25 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 25 Reference for air-discharge chamber (field supply) Required space around outdoor unit For AES04/05/06MMIH Required space around outdoor unit If an air discharge chamber is used, the space shown below must be secured around the outdoor unit.
  • Page 26: Dimensions Of Snow Ducting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 26 2-8. Dimensions of Snow Ducting Reference diagram for snow-proof vents (field supply) For AES04/05/06MMIH Fastened by screws at 13 locations Unit top, snow-proof vent Unit left side Unit right side...
  • Page 27 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 27 Reference diagram for snow-proof vents – 1 Space requirements for setting – (1) AES04/05/06MMIH [Obstacle to the rear of unit] [Obstacle to the front of unit] • Top is open: •...
  • Page 28 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 28 Reference diagram for snow-proof vents – 2 Space requirements for setting – (2) AES04/05/06MMIH [Obstacles to the front and rear of unit] • The top and both sides must remain open. Either the obstacle to the front or the obstacle to the rear must be no taller than the height of the outdoor unit.
  • Page 29: How To Install The Indoor Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 29 3. HOW TO INSTALL THE INDOOR UNIT I 1-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type 780 (Ceiling opening dimension) (AS1S Type) Unit: mm AS1S 652 (Suspension bolt pitch) 3-1. Suspending the Indoor Unit (1) Follow the diagrams to make the holes in the ceil- ing.
  • Page 30: Placing The Unit Inside The Ceiling

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 30 If the system requires fresh air to be drawn into the unit, Unit: mm cut and remove the insulation (both externally and inter- nally) at the location shown as in Fig.
  • Page 31: Installing The Drain Piping

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 31 (4) Adjust the distance between the unit and the opening in the ceiling to give clearances of 15 mm in the front and back directions and 70 mm in the...
  • Page 32 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 32 CAUTION Air bleeder AS1S Do not install an air bleeder as this may cause water to spray from the drain pipe outlet. (Fig. 3-12) If it is necessary to increase the height of the...
  • Page 33: Checking The Drainage

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 33 3-4. Checking the Drainage After wiring and drain piping are completed, use the following procedure to check that the water will drain smoothly. For this, prepare a bucket and wiping cloth...
  • Page 34: I 1-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Slim Type (Asbs Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 34 I 1-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Slim Front face Type (ASBS Type) 3-5. Suspending the Indoor Unit (1) Place the full-scale diagram (supplied) on the ceil- Rear ing at the spot where you want to install the indoor unit.
  • Page 35: Placing The Unit Inside The Ceiling

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 35 (5) If the system requires fresh air to be drawn into Unit: mm the unit, cut and remove the insulation (both exter- nally and internally) at the location shown as in Fig.
  • Page 36: Installing The Drain Piping

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 36 3-7. Installing the Drain Piping (1) Prepare standard hard PVC pipe (O.D. 32 mm) for Align the hose band with end of the the drain and use the supplied drain hose and hose hose, and tighten so that it does not band to prevent water leaks.
  • Page 37: Checking The Drainage

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 37 Air bleeder prohibited CAUTION Do not install an air bleeder as this may cause water to spray from the drain pipe outlet. Fig. 3-27 (Fig. 3-27) If it is necessary to increase the height of the drain...
  • Page 38 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 38 (4) When the check of drainage is complete, open the check pin (CHK) and remount the insulator. Use 4 × × 8 tapping screws to CAUTION fasten cover drainage. If the...
  • Page 39: I 2-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 39 I 2-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type (AS2S Type) 3-9. Suspending the Indoor Unit (1) Follow the diagrams to make the holes in the ceil- Center of panel and ceiling ing.
  • Page 40: Placing The Unit Inside The Ceiling

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 40 (5) If the system requires fresh air to be drawn into the unit, cut and remove the insulation (both exter- nally and internally) at the location shown as in Fig. 3-38.
  • Page 41 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 41 (2) After checking the drainage, wrap the supplied Drain insulator (supplied) packing and drain pipe insulator around the pipe, then secure it with the supplied clamps. (Fig. 3-42) NOTE...
  • Page 42: Checking The Drainage

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 42 3-12. Checking the Drainage After wiring and drain piping are completed, use the following procedure to check that the water will drain smoothly. For this, prepare a bucket and wiping cloth to catch and wipe up spilled water.
  • Page 43: I 4-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 43 I 4-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type (ASS Type) Note: For DC Fan Tap Change Procedure for 4-Way Cassette, see page 128. 3-13. Preparation for Suspending This unit uses a drain pump. Use a carpenter’s level to check that the unit is level.
  • Page 44: Placing The Unit Inside The Ceiling

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 44 3-15. Placing the Unit Inside the Ceiling (1) When placing the unit inside the ceiling, determine the pitch of the suspension bolts using the sup- plied full-scale installation diagram. (Fig. 3-51) Tubing and wiring must be laid inside the ceiling when suspending the unit.
  • Page 45: Installing The Drain Piping

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 45 3-16. Installing the Drain Piping (1) Prepare a standard hard PVC pipe (O.D. 32 mm) for the drain and use the supplied drain hose and hose band to prevent water leaks.
  • Page 46: Checking The Drainage

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 46 If it is necessary to increase the height of CAUTION the drain pipe, the sec- tion directly after the 30 cm or less (as short as possible) connection port can be...
  • Page 47: I Wall-Mounted Type (Aws Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 47 I Wall-Mounted Type (AWS Type) 3-18. Removing the Rear Panel from the Unit (1) Remove the set screws used to fasten the rear panel to the indoor unit during transportation.
  • Page 48: Installing The Rear Panel Onto The Wall

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 48 3-20. Installing the Rear Panel onto the Wall Confirm that the wall is strong enough to support the unit. See either Item a) or b) below depending on the wall type.
  • Page 49: Preparing The Tubing

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 49 3-22. Preparing the Tubing Frame (1) Arrangement of tubing by directions a) Right or left tubing Right tubing outlet The corner of the right or left frame should be cut with a hack saw or similar.
  • Page 50: Installing The Drain Hose

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 50 Left or left-rear tubing (1) Pass the tubing and drain hose into the rear of the indoor unit. Provide sufficient length for the con- nections to be made. Insulation Next, bend the tubing with a pipe bender, and con- Fig.
  • Page 51: I Ceiling-Mounted Type (Acs Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 51 I Ceiling-Mounted Type (ACS Type) 3-25. Required Minimum Space for Installation and Service (1) Dimensions of suspension bolt pitch and unit Length Type Air intake 36, 56 1125 1180...
  • Page 52: Suspending The Indoor Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 52 (4) Wall and ceiling side opening position Figure shows view from front Figure shows view from top Ceiling Wall φ100 ceiling opening φ100 wall side opening φ100 wall side opening φ100 ceiling opening...
  • Page 53 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 53 (5) Before suspending the indoor unit, remove the 2 Pull out the or 3 screws on the latch of the air-intake grilles, air-intake grille pushing claws open the grilles, and remove them by pushing the...
  • Page 54 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 54 b) Lift the indoor unit, and place it on the washers through the notches, in order to fix it in place. (Fig. 3-90) c) Tighten the 2 hexagonal nuts on each suspen- sion bolt to suspend the indoor unit as shown in Fig.
  • Page 55: Duct For Fresh Air

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 55 3-27. Duct for Fresh Air Rear outlet port There is a duct connection port (knock-out hole) at Outside air intake duct Remote controller the right-rear of the top panel of the indoor unit for...
  • Page 56 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 56 If other commercially available hose bands are used, the drain hose may become pinched or wrin- kled and there is danger of water leakage. There- Min. 1/100 fore be sure to use the supplied hose bands. When sliding the hose bands, be careful to avoid scratch- ing the drain hose.
  • Page 57 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 57 How to carry out power supply wiring (1) Wiring connection ports The power inlet ports are located at the rear and top. The remote controller wiring inlet ports are located at the rear and top (for use with the wired remote con- troller).
  • Page 58: Required Minimum Space For Installation And Service

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 58 I Concealed-Duct Type (ADS Type) 3-30. Required Minimum Space for Installation and A (Suspension bolt pitch) Electrical component box Service This air conditioner is usually installed above the ceiling so that the indoor unit and ducts are not visible.
  • Page 59: Suspending The Indoor Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 59 3-31. Suspending the Indoor Unit Depending on the ceiling type: • Insert suspension bolts as shown in Fig. 3-100 Hole-in-anchor Hole-in-plug Concrete Insert • Use existing ceiling supports or construct a suit- able support as shown in Fig.
  • Page 60: Installing The Drain Piping

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 60 Fig. 3-104 shows an example of installation. Bolt anchor Air outlet duct Suspension bolt Air-intake duct Air-outlet grille Ceiling material Indoor unit Air-intake grille Fig. 3-104 3-32. Installing the Drain Piping (1) Prepare standard hard PVC pipe (O.D.
  • Page 61: Checking The Drainage

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 61 Do not install an air bleed- Air bleeder er as this may cause water CAUTION to spray from the drain pipe outlet. (Fig. 3-106) Prohibited If it is necessary to increase the height of the drain pipe, the section directly after the con- Fig.
  • Page 62: Increasing The Fan Speed

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 62 3-34. Increasing the Fan Speed Electrical component box If external static pressure is too great (due to long Booster cable extension of ducts, for example), the air flow volume...
  • Page 63: I Concealed-Duct High Static Pressure Type

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 63 I Concealed-Duct High Static Pressure Type (ADPS Type) Min. 600 (Space for service) 3-35. Required Minimum Space for Installation and Service (73, 106, 140 Type) This air conditioner is usually installed above the...
  • Page 64: Suspending The Indoor Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 64 3-36. Suspending the Indoor Unit Hole-in-anchor Depending on the ceiling type: Hole-in-plug Concrete Inser t Insert suspension bolts as shown in Fig. 3-115 Use existing ceiling supports or construct a suitable support as shown in Fig.
  • Page 65: Installing The Drain Piping

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 65 3-37. Installing the Drain Piping (1) Prepare standard hard PVC pipe (O.D. 32 mm) for Sealing tape the drain and use the supplied drain socket to pre- vent water leaks. The PVC pipe must be pur- chased separately.
  • Page 66: Caution For Ducting Work

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 66 3-38. Caution for Ducting Work This unit has high static pressure (applicable external static pressure Max. 167 to 216 pa (17–22 mm Aq). In the case of small pressure resistance (for...
  • Page 67: I Floor-Standing Type (Afs Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 67 I Floor-Standing Type (AFS Type) Concealed Floor-Standing Type (AFNS Type) 3-39. Required Minimum Space for Installation and Horizontal view Vertical view Service min. min. 10 cm 10 cm Install the unit where cooled or heated air from the unit min.
  • Page 68 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 68 Concealed Floor-Standing Type (AFNS Type) 4-ø12 holes (for fastening the indoor unit to the floor with screws) Air filter Refrigerant connection outlet (liquid tube) Refrigerant connection outlet (gas tube)
  • Page 69: Removing And Attaching The Front Panel (Floor-Standing Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 69 3-41. Removing and Attaching the Front Panel (Floor-Standing Type) NOTE A dew-prevention heater is secured behind the front panel. When removing or attaching the panel, take care not to damage the lead wire to the heater.
  • Page 70 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 70 Insulate both gas and CAUTION liquid tubes. To insulate tubes (1) Wrap the flare nuts with the supplied white insulat- ing tape. (2) Wrap the flare nuts with the supplied flare insula- tor.
  • Page 71: Installing The Drain Piping

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 71 3-43. Installing the Drain Piping Water leaks may occur CAUTION if the drain pipes are connected inadequately. (1) When rear-side drain piping is required bend the drain hose attached to the indoor unit by 90°.
  • Page 72: How To Install The Outdoor Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 72 4. HOW TO INSTALL THE OUTDOOR UNIT 4-1. Installing the Outdoor Unit Use concrete or a similar material to create the base, and ensure good drainage. Ordinarily, ensure a base height of 5 cm or more. If a...
  • Page 73: Electrical Wiring

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 73 5. ELECTRICAL WIRING 5-1. General Precautions on Wiring (1) Before wiring, confirm the rated voltage of the unit (7) Regulations on wire diameters differ from locality as shown on its nameplate, then carry out the to locality.
  • Page 74: Wiring System Diagrams

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 74 5-3. Wiring System Diagram Indoor Outdoor unit unit (No. 1) INV unit Power supply Power supply 220-240V 50Hz 220–240V-1N 50Hz Ground Ground Remote controller Ground Ground Indoor unit (No. 2)
  • Page 75 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 75 CAUTION (1) When linking outdoor units in a network (S-net link system), disconnect the terminal extended from the short plug (CN003, 2P Black, location: right bottom on the outdoor main control PCB) from all outdoor units except any one of the outdoor units.
  • Page 76 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 76 (5) Use shielded wires for inter-unit control wiring (c) and ground the shield on both sides, other- wise misoperation from noise may occur. (Fig. 5-4) Connect wiring as shown in Section “5-3.
  • Page 77: How To Install The Remote Controller (Optional Part)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 77 6. HOW TO INSTALL THE REMOTE Do not supply power to the CONTROLLER (OPTIONAL PART) unit or try to operate it until CAUTION the tubing and wiring to the Remote controller wiring can be extended to a maxi- outdoor unit is completed.
  • Page 78: Basic Wiring Diagram

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 78 6-2. Basic Wiring Diagram Install wiring correctly Remote CAUTION (incorrect wiring will dam- control wiring age the equipment). Group Standard Multiple remote control remote control control Connection wiring for group control...
  • Page 79 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 79 Setting the main and sub remote controllers 1. Set one of the 2 connected remote controllers as the main remote controller. 2. On the other remote controller (sub-remote controller), switch the remote controller address connector on the rear of the remote controller PCB from Main to Sub.
  • Page 80: Switching The Room Temperature Sensors

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 80 6-4. Switching the Room Temperature Sensors Room temperature sensors are contained in the indoor unit and in the remote controller. One or the other of the temperature sensors is used for operation. Normally, the indoor unit sensor is set; however, the procedure below can be used to switch to the remote controller sensor.
  • Page 81: Wiring The Remote Controller

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 81 6-6. Wiring the Remote Controller <Flush Mounting> G Connection diagram Approx. 200 mm Remote Terminal board for controller indoor unit remote unit controller wiring Connector Power wire from remote...
  • Page 82: How To Process Tubing

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 82 7. HOW TO PROCESS TUBING Deburring After Before 7-1. Connecting the Refrigerant Tubing Use of the Flaring Method Many of conventional split system air conditioners employ the flaring method to connect refrigerant tubes which run between indoor and outdoor units.
  • Page 83: Connecting Tubing Between Indoor And Outdoor Units

    R410A (type 2). The refriger- ant tubing that is used must be of the correct wall When tightening the flare nut on the liquid tube, thickness as shown in the table at right.
  • Page 84: Insulating The Refrigerant Tubing

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 84 7-3. Insulating the Refrigerant Tubing Two tubes arranged together Tubing Insulation Liquid tubing Gas tubing Thermal insulation must be applied to all unit tub- ing, including distribution joint (purchased sepa- rately).
  • Page 85: Taping The Tubes

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 85 7-4. Taping the Tubes (1) At this time, the refrigerant tubes (and electrical wiring if local codes permit) should be taped together with armoring tape in 1 bundle. To pre-...
  • Page 86: Air Purging

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 86 8. AIR PURGING Manifold gauge Air and moisture in the refrigerant system may have undesirable effects as indicated below. pressure in the system rises operating current rises cooling (or heating) efficiency drops...
  • Page 87 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 87 (3) Do a leak test of all joints of the tubing (both indoor and outdoor) and both gas tube and liquid tube service valves. Bubbles indicate a leak. Wipe Manifold valve off the soap with a clean cloth after the leak test.
  • Page 88 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 88 Use a cylinder designed for CAUTION Manifold valve use with R410A respectively. Pressure Charging additional refrigerant gauge Charging additional refrigerant (calculated from the liquid tube length as shown in Section 1-7 “Addi- Valve tional Refrigerant Charge”) using the liquid tube...
  • Page 89: How To Install The Ceiling Panel

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 89 9. HOW TO INSTALL THE CEILING PANEL I 1-Way Air Dischange Semi-Concealed Type (AS1S Type) 9-1. Installing the Ceiling Panel AS1S (1) Screw the M5 × 40 screws supplied (in the unit packing) into 4 points on the flange surface of the unit bolted to the ceiling.
  • Page 90: I 1-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Slim Type

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 90 I 1-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Slim Type (ASBS Type) 9-3. Installing the Ceiling Panel (1) Hook the 2 panel catches of the ceiling panel to the tubing side (stationary side) of the indoor unit.
  • Page 91 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 91 (4) Check to see that the ceiling panel is properly aligned with the seamline of the ceiling. If not, readjust the indoor unit by adjusting the nuts to the proper suspension point.
  • Page 92: I 2-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 92 I 2-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type Indoor unit (AS2S Type) 9-4. Before Installing the Ceiling Panel (1) Adjust the distance between the unit and the sur- face of the ceiling (60 mm) using the 2 hexagonal nuts as shown in Fig.
  • Page 93: Installing The Ceiling Panel

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 93 9-5. Installing the Ceiling Panel (1) Lift the ceiling panel and position it to align the Panel catch (level catch side) Panel catch (stationary side) panel catches with the catch recesses of the indoor unit.
  • Page 94: I 4-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type (Ass Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 94 I 4-Way Air Discharge Semi-Concealed Type must be within the range of 12 – 17 mm. If not within this range, malfunction or other trouble may result. (ASS Type)
  • Page 95: Installing The Ceiling Panel

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 95 9-8. Installing the Ceiling Panel Square hole in unit The power must be turned ON in order to change the flap angle. (Do not attempt to move the flap by hand.
  • Page 96: Wiring The Ceiling Panel

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 96 9-9. Wiring the Ceiling Panel (Direction that the unit faces has been changed to facilitate explanation.) (1) Open the cover of the electrical component box. Electrical component (2) Connect the 7P wiring connector (red) from the...
  • Page 97: Checking After Installation

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 97 9-11. Checking After Installation Check that there are no gaps between the unit and the ceiling panel, or between the ceiling panel and the ceiling surface. Gaps may cause water leakage and condensation.
  • Page 98: Test Run

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 98 10. TEST RUN 10-1. Preparing for Test Run Before attempting to start the air conditioner, check the following. (1) All loose matter is removed from the cabinet, especially steel filings, bits of wire, and clips.
  • Page 99: Test Run Procedure

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 99 10-2. Test Run Procedure Items to Check Before the Test Run Recheck the items to check before the test run. 1. Turn the remote power switch on at least 5 hours before the test, in order to energize the crank case heater.
  • Page 100: Outdoor Unit Pcb Setting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 100 10-3. Outdoor Unit PCB Setting CN33 S003 CN51 CN50 S002 D043 S004 (LED2) D042 (LED1) Fig. 10-4...
  • Page 101 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 101 Examples of the No. of indoor units settings Indoor unit setting (S004) No. of indoor units (Rotary switch, red) 1 unit (factory setting) Set to 1 2 units Set to 2...
  • Page 102: Auto Address Setting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 102 10-4. Auto Address Setting Basic wiring diagram: Example (1) • If link wiring is not used (The inter-unit control wires are not connected to multiple refrigerant systems.) Indoor unit addresses can be set without operating the compressors.
  • Page 103 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 103 Basic wiring diagram: Example (2) If link wiring is used * When multiple outdoor units exist, remove the socket that is used to short-circuit the terminal plug (CN33) from all outdoor unit PCBs except for 1.
  • Page 104 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 104 Case 1 Automatic Address Setting (no compressor operation) Indoor and outdoor unit power can be turned ON for each system separately. Indoor unit addresses can be set without operating the compressors.
  • Page 105 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 105 Case 2 Automatic Address Setting in Heating Mode Indoor and outdoor unit power cannot be turned ON for each system separately. In the following, automatic setting of indoor unit addresses is not possible if the compressors are not operating.
  • Page 106 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 106 Case 3 Automatic Address Setting in Cooling Mode Indoor and outdoor unit power cannot be turned ON for each system separately. In the following, automatic setting of indoor unit addresses is not possible if the compressors are not operating.
  • Page 107 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 107 Display during automatic address setting On outdoor unit PCB * Do not short-circuit the automatic address setting pin (CN51) again while automatic address setting is in progress. Doing so will cancel the setting operation and will cause LEDs 1 and 2 to turn OFF.
  • Page 108 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 108 Request concerning recording the indoor/outdoor unit combination Nos. After automatic address setting has been completed, be sure to record them for future reference. List the outdoor unit system address and the addresses of the indoor units in that system in an easily visible location (next to the nameplate), using a permanent marking pen or similar means that cannot be erased easily.
  • Page 109: Caution For Pump Down

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 109 10-5. Caution for Pump Down Pump down means refrigerant gas in the system is returned to the outdoor unit. Pump down is used when the unit is to be moved, or before servicing the refrigerant circuit.
  • Page 110 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 110 Alarm Possible cause of malfunction message This alarm message shows when the indoor unit for multiple-use Improper setting. Serial is not connected to the outdoor unit. commu-nication Duplication of main indoor unit address setting in group control.
  • Page 111: How To Install The Wireless Remote Controller Receiver

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 111 11. HOW TO INSTALL THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROLLER RECEIVER I REM HLASS for 4-Way Cassette (ASS Type) Indoor unit Indoor unit 11-1. Installing the Receiver Unit drain tube side...
  • Page 112: Accessories

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 112 11-2. Accessories Parts Q'ty Q'ty Parts AAA alkaline battery Receiver Tapping screw unit 4 × 16 Clamp Remote Fastening screw control unit 4 × 12 Remote control holder 11-3. Wiring the Receiver Unit...
  • Page 113: How To Use The Test Run Setting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 113 (1) To assign the wired remote controller as the sub unit, locate the address connector at the rear of the wired remote controller PCB and disconnect it. Reconnect it to the sub unit position.
  • Page 114: I Rem Hlacs For Ceiling Mounted (Acs Type)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 114 I REM HLACS for Ceiling Mounted (ACS Type) Side panel Panel 11-6. Installing the Receiver Unit (1) To take off the side panel, open the intake grille and remove the screw. Then remove the side panel by moving it toward the front (direction of arrow).
  • Page 115: Accessories Supplied With Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 115 11-7. Accessories Supplied with Unit Q'ty Parts Q'ty AAA alkaline battery Receiver unit Tapping screw Remote control 4 × 16 unit Remote control holder 11-8. Wiring the Receiver Unit...
  • Page 116: How To Use The Test Run Setting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 116 When 1 indoor unit is operated with 2 remote controllers: (The indoor unit runs according to which of the remote controllers is assigned as the main or sub unit.)
  • Page 117: I Rem Hlas2Bs For 2-Way And High Ceiling

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 117 I REM HLAS2BS for 2-Way and High Ceiling Cover A Cover B 1-Way Type (AS2S, ASBS Type) Display For 2-way Cassette Type (AS2S Type) 11-11. Installing the Display Spread Remove panel cover A and install the display.
  • Page 118: Installing The Display

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 118 For 1-Way Air Discharge High-Ceiling Cassette Type (ASBS Type) 11-13. Installing the Display Remove the side panel and ceiling panel. Install Ceiling panel hole the display. Use tape to fasten (1) Remove the side panel.
  • Page 119: Accessories

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 119 (4) Attach the ceiling panel. Service cover Control unit (5) Open the air-intake grille. Connect the display and the control unit 6P relay connector (white). Vinyl clamp At this time, pass the lead wire from the display through the notch in the main unit, and use the supplied vinyl clamp to bind the lead wire.
  • Page 120 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 120 The wireless receiver unit components cannot be CAUTION used for more than 1 indoor unit at a time. (However, separate receiver units may be used simulta- neously.) When a wireless receiver...
  • Page 121: How To Use The Test Run Setting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 121 11-18. How to Use the Test Run Setting 1. Set DIP switch [DS] No. 1 on the wireless receiver DS switch “1” unit PCB from OFF to the ON position.
  • Page 122: I Rem Hl For As1S, Ads, Adps, Afs, Afns Type

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 122 I REM HL for AS1S, ADS, ADPS, AFS, AFNS Type 11-19. Accessories Supplied with Separate Receiver Unit AS1S Q'ty Parts Q'ty Parts Separate Spacer receiver unit (provided 200mm Wire joints...
  • Page 123: The Remote Controller Will Be Dam- Aged If High Voltage

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 123 For flush mounting into a wall, install the separate Face plate receiver unit in a metal switch box (field supply) that has been recessed into the wall in advance.
  • Page 124 06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 124 1. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the notch at the bottom to remove the receiver nameplate. 2. Cut a section out of the ceiling along the provided paper pattern (95 ×...
  • Page 125: Wiring The Separate Receiver Unit

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 125 11-22. Wiring the Separate Receiver Unit * Use wires that are 0.5 mm – 2 mm in diameter. * The wiring length must not exceed 400 m. AS1S <Flush Mounting>...
  • Page 126: Important Information For Installation Of

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 126 11-23. Important Information for Installation of 2 Separate Receiver Units When using 2 receiver units to operate 1 or more indoor units at the same time, follow the procedure AS1S below to install them.
  • Page 127: Test Run Setting

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 127 11-24. Test Run Setting 1. Remove the receiver unit face plate, and set the DIP switch to “Test Run - ON” position. 2. Run the air conditioner using the wireless remote AS1S controller by pressing the “ON/OFF”...
  • Page 128: Special Remarks

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 128 12. SPECIAL REMARKS I DC Fan Tap Change Procedure for 4-Way Cassette (ASS Type) <Steps> Be sure to turn OFF the power (at mains) before beginning the work below.
  • Page 129: Markings For Directive 97/23/Ec(Ped)

    06-065 Mini ECO-i II for ARGO 2/8/06 4:37 PM Page 129 13. MARKINGS FOR DIRECTIVE 97/23/EC(PED) Rating nameplate figure ARGO 0035 A: Model Name Various AIR CONDITIONER SOURCE: Various 50 Hz MAX ELECTRIC INPUT A Various TIME DELAY FUSE MAX SIZE:...
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