Unit Mounting; Factory-Preferred Tie-Down Method - Rheem ARL-JEZ 16 Seer Series Installation Instructions Manual

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• Refer to clearance recommendations on Page 3.
o 24" to the service panel access
o 60" above condenser fan discharge (unit top) to prevent recirculation
o 12" to condenser coil grille air inlets (per condenser).
FOR CONDENSERS WITH SP CE LIMIT TIONS
In the event that a space limitation exists, we will permit the following clearances:
Single Unit Applications: One condenser inlet air grille side may be reduced to no
less than an 8-inch clearance. Clearances below 8 inches will reduce unit capacity
and efficiency. Do not reduce the 60-inch discharge, or the 24-inch service clear-
ances.
Multiple Unit Applications: When multiple unit (2 or more condensers) air inlet
grilles are placed side by side, a 12-inch per unit clearance is recommended, for a
total of 24" between two units. When multiple condenser grille sides are aligned, a
4-inch per unit spacing can be used, for a total of 8 inches between multiple units.
Two combined clearances below 8 inches will reduce capacity and efficiency. Do
not reduce the 60-inch discharge, or 24-inch service, clearances.
CUSTOMER S TISF CTION ISSUES
• The condenser should be located away from the living, sleeping and recreation-
al spaces of the owner and those spaces of adjoining property.
• To prevent noise transmission, the mounting pad for the outdoor unit should
not be connected to the structure, and should be located sufficient distance
above grade to prevent ground water from entering the unit.
NOTE: Tubing installed in walls may cause noise issues.

UNIT MOUNTING

If elevating the condensing unit, either on a flat roof or on a slab, observe the
following guidelines.
• The base pan provided elevates the condenser coil 3/4" above the base pad.
• If elevating a unit on a flat roof, use 4" x 4" (or equivalent) stringers positioned
to distribute unit weight evenly and prevent noise and vibration.
NOTE: Do not block drain openings shown in Figure 1.
F CTORY-PREFERRED TIE-DOWN METHOD
FOR OUTDOOR UNITS
IMPORTANT: The Manufacturer approved/recommended method is a guide to
securing equipment for wind and seismic loads. Other methods might provide the
same result, but the Manufacturer method is the only one endorsed by Manufacturer
for securing equipment where wind or earthquake damage can occur. Additional
information is available in the PTS (Product Technical Support) section of the
Manufacturer website Rheemote.net and can be found as a listing under each out-
door model. If you do not have access to this site, your Distributor can offer assis-
tance.