Water Connections - Rheem RPVS Series Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

R e s i d e n t i a l S p l i t
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Installation
Figure 2: RPVE Installation
Air Pad With
Access Hole
External Flow Controller Mounting
The Flow Controller can be mounted beside the indoor unit
as shown in Figure 5. Review the Flow Controller installation
manual for more details.
Water Connections-Residential (RPVS)
Residential models utilize swivel piping fi ttings for water
connections that are rated for 450 psi (3101 kPa) operating
pressure. The connections have a rubber gasket seal
similar to a garden hose gasket, which when mated to the
fl ush end of most 1" threaded male pipe fi ttings provides
a leak-free seal without the need for thread sealing tape or
joint compound. Insure that the rubber seal is in the swivel
connector prior to attempting any connection (rubber seals
are shipped attached to the swivel connector). DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN or leaks may occur.
The female locking ring is threaded onto the pipe threads
which holds the male pipe end against the rubber gasket,
and seals the joint. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY! DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN!
Internal Flow Controller Connections (RPVE Series)
The RPVE series outdoor compressor section includes a
factory built-in circulator, as shown in Figure 2.
The circulator in the RPVE unit is three speed (shipped on
high speed). Lower circulator speeds may be chosen where
appropriate to lower pumping power and match the fl ow rate
to the unit's requirements.
RPVE025 and 036 units come standard with one circulator.
RPVE048 and 062 units come standard with two circulators,
piped in series for greater fl ow and head capabilities.
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Stainless
Steel
Braided
Connecting
Hoses
RPVE025 and 036 units are shipped with ¾" stainless steel
braided hoses connected to unit piping. These hoses
terminate in swivel connections.
RPVE048 and 062 units are shipped with 1" stainless steel
braided hoses connected to unit piping. These hoses
terminate in swivel connections.
CAUTION! To avoid equipment damage, DO NOT allow
system water pressure to exceed 100 psi. when using the
RPVE Outdoor Compressor Section. The expansion tank
in the RPVE has a maximum working water pressure of
100 psi. Any pressure in excess of 100 psi may damage
the expansion tank.
Figure 3: Water Connections (RPVS Series)
Swivel Nut
Stainless steel
Gasket
CAUTION!
Hand Tighten
Only!
Do Not
Overtighten!
snap ring
Brass Adaptor