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SM830092
8. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Outdoor Unit
AVOID:
heat sources, exhaust fans, etc. Fig. 4
damp, humid or uneven locations.
DO:
choose a place as cool as possible.
choose a place that is well ventilated and
outside air temperature does not exceed
maximum 115 °F constantly.
allow enough room around unit for air intake/
exhaust and possible maintenance. Fig. 5
provide a solid base; about 6 inch above
grond level to reduce humidity and possible
water damage in the unit and decrease
service life. Fig. 6
use lug bolts or equivalent to bolt down unit,
reducing vibration and noise.
CAUTION
If more than 2 outdoor units are installed in the
same location, keep at least 3 meters away from
the neighboring unit to avoid influence of air
discharge.
Air discharge chamber for top discharge
Install the air-discharge chamber in the filed when:
it is difficult to keep a space of minimum 2 ft.
between the air-discharge outlet and the
obstacle.
the air-discharge outlet is facing the sidewalk
and discharged hot air can annoy the
passers-by.
Refer to Fig. 6 and Fig. 7.
Out-
door
unit
Heat source
Hot air
Exhaust fan
0591_C_I
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Min.
1 inch
Min.
1 inch
Min. 2 ft.
4 in.
0931_C_I
Min.
7 ft.
Ground
Air
dis-
charge
0932_C_I
Obstacle above
Air in
Air in
Air
discharge
Concrete block
4 inch 1 ft. 4 inch
beams or equal
Anchor bolts
(4 pieces)
Min. 6 inch
0934_C_I
Fig. 6
Air discharge
0426_C_I
Fig. 7