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Certificate Reg. No:
04 100 950420
38P – 60Hz
Nominal Cooling Capacity 1.5 – 5.0 Tons
HFC R -410A Refrigerant
The 38P series energy efficient split condensing units incorporate innovative technology to provide reliable cooling
performance. Units are pre-wired, pre-charged with Puron® R-410A refrigerant, and tested at the factory. These units
can be placed on the side of a building or can be placed on a roof without roof curbs. Each unit is designed to occupy
a minimal space. Piping and drain connections are readily accessible.
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Table of Contents
Features / Benefits .......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Model Number Nomenclature ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Physical Data .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Unit Dimensional Drawing ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Optional Deflector Accessory ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Combination Matrix and Ratings ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Electrical Data Table ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
Detailed Performance Data .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Typical Wiring Schematic ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Application Data / Controls ........................................................................................................................................... 17
Guide Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
Features / Benefits
• Every compact one-piece unit arrives fully assembled, charged, tested, and ready to run
• Designed especially for high ambient environment
• EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) up to 11.85
• The small footprint coupled with the horizontal airflow design means that the 38P Series units can be
installed within 200 mm (8 in) of an outside wall, on a roof, balcony or deck
Application Versatility
The unit can be combined with a wide variety of evaporator coils and blower packages to provide quiet, dependable
comfort. Unit can be installed on a roof or at ground level.
Secure operation
If security is an issue, outdoor and indoor units are connected only by refrigerant piping and wiring to prevent
intruders from crawling through ductwork. The 38P Series units can be installed 8 in. away from outside walls,
protecting coils from vandals and severe weather.
Fast installation
Carrier’s compact systems take a few hours with only wire and piping needed to be installed. The fast and easy
installation ensures minimal disruption to customers in the home or workplace. This Carrier advantage is especially
beneficial in retrofit situations.
Built-in reliability
Carrier split system outdoor units are designed to provide years of trouble-free operation. The 38P Series
condensing units are the only dedicated commercial units with all safety features standard to ensure high
performance and lasting reliability under the most demanding situations. High-pressure and low-pressure safety
switches are standard.
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MODEL NUMBER NOMENCLATURE - 38P - R410A SERIES
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
3 8 P K C 1 8 D S 2 0 - 1 1
Comp. Ref.
1
Design Revision
1 = Factory Rev.
Model Type
38P Series
Condensing Unit Design Review
— = Factory Assigned
Model Series
K = Cool Indoor Configuration
0 = Generic
Compressor Type
C = Reciprocating
S = Scroll
Power Supply (V/Ph/Hz)
2 = 400/3/60
3 = 230/1/60
Unit Size
18 = 1.5 Ton
24 = 2.0 Ton Coil Fin Options
30 = 2.5 Ton S = Bare Fins (Standard)
36 = 3.0 Ton
48 = 4.0 Ton
60 = 5.0 Ton Application
D = Ducted
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38P Unit Physical Data
38P Model 18 24 30 36 48 60
Unit Size (Tons) 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 4.0 5.0
Length - mm 918 1132
Depth - mm 387 499
Height - mm 705 945 1045
Unit Color Grey Enamel Finish
Maximum Cooling Ambient (°F) 125
Minimum Cooling Ambient (°F) 55
Compressor
Cool Only Recip Scroll
Metering Device
Ducted Application Nozzle In The Indoor Unit
High Pressure Switch (Trip/ Reset) - PSIG 630 / 505
Low Pressure Switch (Trip/ Reset) - PSIG 54 / 117
Refrigeration System*
Refrigerant Type Puron® R-410A
Connection Type Flare Flare / Sweat
Liquid Line 3 / 8 Inch
Vapour Line** 5 / 8 Inch 7 / 8 Inch
Max Length 50 ft 100 ft
Max Lift 16.4 ft - Rotary / 30 ft - Scroll
Outdoor Fan
Motor Type PSC ECM PSC ECM
RPM - CFM 1100 - 1800 860 - 3650 860 - 3900
Diameter, No. Blades 18 Inch, 3 24 Inch, 3
Motor Horsepower 1/8 1/4 1/2 1/4 1/2
Condenser Coil
Standard Coil Material (Pipes/Fins) Cu/Al
Coil Area 0.578 1.160 1.310
Coil Rows / Fins Per Inch 2 / 20 3 / 17 2 / 17 3 / 17
Coil Test Pressure (PSIG) 400-450
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Base Unit Dimensions – 38P Series Size 18 - 24
Top View
Side View
Front View
Dimensions for Unit Model Size 18 - 24
A B C D E F G H
in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm
36.14 918 27.76 705 15.24 387 14.65 372 15.28 388 24.80 630 1.57 40 2.49 63.2
Notes:
1. Free distance around the unit from the wall.
a. Front: 59 in. (1500 mm) min.
b. Rear & Sides: 20 in. (500 mm) min.
2. Size of wire: 12 AWG
3. * Weights given are approximate for each unit.
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Base Unit Dimensions – 38P Series Size 30-60
Top View
Dimensions
A B C D E F G H
in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm
Unit Model Size 30 - 48
37.19 945 44.56 1132 17.46 443 18.44 468 35.00 889 19.63 499 32.30 820 34.03 864
Unit Model Size 60
41.13 1045 44.56 1132 17.46 443 18.44 468 35.00 889 19.63 499 32.30 949 39.13 994
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Optional Deflector Accessory – 38P Series Size 18-24
The air deflector accessory converts the direction of air flow in the side discharge outdoor condensing units from
horizontal direction to vertical direction to make the unit more flexible and suitable for top discharge applications.
The air deflector accessory consists of three pieces of painted galvanized sheet metal parts assembled at site.
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Optional Deflector Accessory – 38P Series Size 30-60
The air deflector accessory converts the direction of air flow in the side discharge outdoor condensing units from
horizontal direction to vertical direction to make the unit more flexible and suitable for top discharge applications.
The air deflector accessory consists of three pieces of painted galvanized sheet metal parts assembled at site.
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Combination Matrix and Ratings
Cooling Only Models At T1 Condition
Unit Capacity Input ▲AC
Outdoor Model Indoor Model Indoor Type *RC CFM AMPS E.E.R
Size (Btu/hr) Watts (kwh)
18 38PKC18DS30-16 42TPM018-31SCRE Ducted Split 2.08 18500 659 1561 7.0 11.85 4215
24 38PKC24DS30-16 42TPM024-31SCRE Ducted Split 2.56 22500 913 1899 8.3 11.85 5127
30 38PKS30DS30-11 42TPM030-31SCRE Ducted Split 3.70 28200 985 2380 10.2 11.85 6426
36 38PKS36DS30-11 42TPM036-31SCRE Ducted Split 3.47 34000 1300 2860 13.1 11.85 7722
38PKS48DS30-11 42TPM48-31SCRE Ducted Split 5.00 48400 1890 4080 18.4 11.85 11016
48
38PKS48DS20-11 42TPM48-31SCRE Ducted Split 5.00 48800 1890 4100 6.8 11.85 11070
38PKS60DS30-11 42TPM60A31SCRE Ducted Split 5.18 57400 2000 4840 23.7 11.85 13068
38PKS60DS20-11 42TPM60-31SCRE Ducted Split 5.15 58600 2100 4950 8.3 11.85 13365
60
38PKS60DS31-11 FB4PSNFA60000E Ducted Split 4.85 55000 1820 4640 23.2 11.85 12528
38PKS60DS21-11 FB4PSNFB60000E Ducted Split 4.55 54200 1670 4570 8.7 11.85 12339
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Combination Matrix and Ratings (Continued)
Cool and Electric Heat Models At Heating Condtion
Unit Capacity Input
Outdoor Model Indoor Model Indoor Type CFM AMPS COP
Size (Watt) Watts
18 38PKC18DS30-16 42TPM018-31SHRE Ducted Split 2200 555 2444 11.0 0.90
24 38PKC24DS30-16 42TPM024-31SHRE Ducted Split 2700 936 3000 13.2 0.90
30 38PKS30DS30-11 42TPM030-31SHRE Ducted Split 4200 985 4800 20.9 0.88
36 38PKS36DS30-11 42TPM036-31SHRE Ducted Split 4200 1300 4550 20.4 0.93
38PKS48DS30-11 42TPM048-31SHRE Ducted Split 3800 1890 4470 19.9 0.85
48
38PKS48DS20-11 42TPM048-31SHRE Ducted Split 3800 1890 4470 19.9 0.85
38PKS60DS30-11 42TPM060A31SHRE Ducted Split 4200 2100 4800 20.9 0.84
60
38PKS60DS20-11 42TPM060-31SHRE Ducted Split 4200 2100 4800 20.9 0.84
Legend:
1 . CFM — Cubic Feet per Minute
2 . EER — Energy Efficiency Ratio
3 . Notes: As per SASO 2681-2682/2007 testing standard below:
T1 Cooling Standard: 80.6F db, 66.2F wb indoor entering-air temperature and 95.0°F db, 75.2°F wb air entering outdoor unit.
T3 Cooling Standard: 84.2F db, 66.2F wb indoor entering-air temperature and 114.8°F db, 75.2°F wb air entering outdoor unit.
4 . * Refrigerant charge (RC) in kg.
5 . ▲ Annual consumption (AC) is rated at 2700 hours x Input kW.
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Detailed Performance Data
Matching 38P with 42TPM
Evaporator Condenser Air Entering Deg. F
Nom Air 85 95 105 115 120 125
Cap.
Mbtuh Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH
CFM EWB kW* kW* kW* kW* kW* kW*
Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen
57.0 18.15 18.15 17.27 17.27 16.29 16.29 15.17 15.17 14.55 14.55 13.93 13.93
62.0 18.51 17.29 17.29 17.22 16.29 16.29 15.17 15.17 14.56 14.56 13.93 13.93
650 1.38 1.56 1.72 1.80 2.01 2.12
66.2 19.31 15.51 18.50 15.26 16.96 14.84 15.10 14.35 14.81 14.04 14.04 13.69
72.0 20.89 11.18 20.21 11.15 19.11 10.89 17.71 10.46 16.94 10.22 16.11 9.95
57.0 17.74 17.74 16.87 16.87 15.90 15.90 14.78 14.78 14.19 14.19 13.57 13.57
62.0 17.82 17.49 17.09 16.54 15.90 15.90 14.79 14.79 14.19 14.19 13.56 13.56
18 600 1.35 1.52 1.70 1.78 2.01 2.11
66.2 19.11 14.93 18.04 14.64 16.77 14.22 15.36 13.71 14.60 13.42 13.82 13.08
72.0 20.77 10.94 20.05 10.85 18.89 10.52 17.53 10.09 16.76 9.85 15.76 9.19
57.0 17.26 17.26 16.42 16.42 15.46 15.46 14.36 14.36 13.75 13.75 13.10 13.10
62.0 17.46 16.78 16.48 16.26 15.46 15.46 14.36 14.36 13.75 13.75 13.10 13.10
550 1.32 1.49 1.68 1.69 2.01 2.10
66.2 18.87 14.33 17.79 14.00 16.55 13.56 15.15 13.04 14.37 12.74 13.55 12.41
72.0 20.61 10.68 19.83 10.51 18.68 10.15 17.31 9.71 16.52 9.45 15.76 9.20
57.0 22.82 22.82 21.63 21.63 20.13 20.13 18.34 18.34 17.43 17.43 16.47 16.47
62.0 22.82 22.82 21.63 21.63 20.12 20.12 18.34 18.34 17.40 17.40 16.45 16.45
900 1.79 1.90 1.96 2.13 2.05 2.08
66.2 23.92 20.33 22.50 20.00 20.60 19.35 18.41 18.24 17.71 16.68 16.44 16.44
72.0 26.08 14.66 24.71 14.24 23.39 14.02 21.38 13.44 20.22 13.06 19.05 12.70
57.0 22.14 22.14 20.89 20.89 19.30 19.30 17.54 17.54 16.66 16.66 15.74 15.74
62.0 22.21 21.93 20.89 20.89 19.30 19.30 17.54 17.54 16.65 16.65 15.72 15.72
24 800 1.78 1.87 1.93 1.99 2.02 2.05
66.2 23.58 19.16 22.12 18.76 20.24 18.09 17.91 17.12 16.75 16.55 16.00 15.08
72.0 25.81 14.05 24.46 13.63 23.08 13.31 21.03 12.66 19.91 12.28 18.13 10.65
57.0 20.74 20.74 19.32 19.32 17.76 17.76 16.10 16.10 15.24 15.24 14.37 14.37
62.0 21.11 20.25 19.48 19.07 17.77 17.77 16.11 16.11 15.25 15.25 14.38 14.38
650 1.75 1.81 1.87 1.93 1.96 1.99
66.2 22.87 17.25 21.37 16.76 19.41 15.97 17.13 15.05 15.95 14.58 15.35 13.78
72.0 25.20 13.03 23.90 12.59 22.38 12.13 20.35 11.41 19.27 11.05 18.12 10.64
57.0 27.88 27.88 26.56 26.56 24.76 24.76 22.78 22.78 21.77 21.77 20.75 20.75
62.0 28.36 27.32 26.77 26.12 24.76 24.76 22.80 22.80 21.77 21.77 20.74 20.74
1100 2.16 2.38 2.58 2.81 2.92 3.05
66.2 29.44 23.79 28.20 23.83 25.92 23.20 23.31 22.13 22.01 21.49 20.78 20.57
72.0 31.38 16.92 30.43 16.87 29.50 16.92 27.32 16.31 26.01 15.88 24.65 15.44
57.0 25.87 25.87 24.30 24.30 22.56 22.56 20.74 20.74 19.76 19.76 18.79 18.79
62.0 26.45 25.01 24.50 24.07 22.65 22.27 20.73 20.73 19.77 19.77 18.79 18.79
30 850 2.17 2.35 2.56 2.78 2.89 3.01
66.2 28.58 21.23 27.04 20.90 24.74 20.02 22.23 19.02 20.94 18.50 19.61 17.97
72.0 30.79 15.72 29.84 15.47 28.54 15.18 26.25 14.38 24.99 13.95 23.09 12.66
57.0 24.66 24.66 23.12 23.12 21.45 21.45 19.67 19.67 18.75 18.75 17.81 17.81
62.0 25.80 23.47 23.67 22.47 21.54 21.26 20.19 18.39 18.75 18.75 17.81 17.81
750 2.16 2.34 2.55 2.77 2.88 3.00
66.2 28.02 20.05 26.29 19.50 24.13 18.65 21.70 17.67 20.42 17.16 19.05 16.60
72.0 30.41 15.13 29.44 14.85 27.93 14.38 25.65 13.55 24.40 13.11 23.10 12.66
Notes:
1. kW* — Total System Power Input
2. Ewb — Entering Wet-Bulb
3. SHC — Sensible Heat Capacity (1000 Btuh) Gross
4. Bold, Italics, Underlined - Standard Ratings
5. Formulas:
a) Leaving db = Entering - Sensible Heat Cap / (1.09 x CFM)
b) Leaving wb = wb corresponding to air leaving coil (hwb)
c) hwb Leaving = hwb entering - total cap(Btuh)/(4.5 X CFM)
6. Direct interpolation is permissible. Do not extrapolate.
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Detailed Performance Data (Continued)
Matching 38P with 42TPM
Evaporator Condenser Air Entering Deg. F
Nom Air 85 95 105 115 120 125
Cap.
Mbtuh Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH
CFM EWB kW* kW* kW* kW* kW* kW*
Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen
57.0 33.08 33.08 31.60 31.60 29.80 29.80 27.69 27.69 26.58 26.58 25.44 25.44
62.0 33.35 32.38 32.04 30.59 30.49 27.80 27.68 27.68 26.56 26.56 25.43 25.43
1300 2.59 2.87 3.16 3.45 3.61 3.76
66.2 35.71 27.63 34.00 27.64 31.73 27.08 28.30 25.66 27.55 25.53 25.98 24.73
72.0 37.83 20.00 37.36 20.22 35.66 19.95 33.35 19.34 32.04 18.96 30.62 18.56
57.0 31.10 31.10 29.50 29.50 27.65 27.65 25.64 25.64 24.59 24.59 23.50 23.50
62.0 32.09 29.78 30.00 28.80 27.81 27.18 25.72 24.97 24.58 24.58 23.50 23.50
36 1050 2.58 2.85 3.12 3.41 3.56 3.72
66.2 34.65 25.34 32.83 24.93 30.61 24.28 27.87 23.13 26.42 22.51 24.94 21.95
72.0 37.00 18.81 36.49 18.91 34.63 18.38 32.31 17.65 31.06 17.23 29.71 16.80
57.0 28.81 28.81 27.21 27.21 25.44 25.44 23.54 23.54 22.55 22.55 21.51 21.51
62.0 30.76 26.94 28.59 25.90 26.24 24.70 23.78 23.21 22.66 22.17 21.97 20.62
850 2.56 2.81 3.08 3.37 3.52 3.68
66.2 33.41 23.15 31.63 22.61 29.37 21.73 26.73 20.64 25.35 20.06 23.94 19.55
72.0 36.32 17.78 35.41 17.64 33.50 16.97 31.18 16.12 29.98 15.71 28.52 15.16
57.0 48.30 48.30 46.26 46.26 43.92 43.92 41.35 41.35 39.98 39.98 38.51 38.51
62.0 48.65 47.72 46.25 46.25 43.93 43.93 41.35 41.35 39.98 39.98 38.50 38.50
1880 3.68 4.10 4.56 5.05 5.30 5.54
66.2 51.26 42.15 48.80 41.58 45.82 40.50 42.62 39.27 40.89 38.50 39.07 37.67
72.0 55.70 30.24 53.79 29.86 51.31 29.20 48.34 28.35 46.67 27.82 44.94 27.27
57.0 47.39 47.39 45.26 45.26 42.95 42.95 40.39 40.39 39.03 39.03 37.60 37.60
62.0 47.60 46.87 46.60 42.59 42.95 42.95 40.38 40.38 39.03 39.03 37.59 37.59
48 1750 3.68 4.10 4.56 5.03 5.27 5.51
66.2 50.81 40.68 48.31 40.00 45.34 38.94 42.16 37.71 40.41 36.95 38.53 36.15
72.0 55.30 29.47 53.42 29.05 50.91 28.36 47.96 27.44 46.29 26.93 44.59 26.35
57.0 44.61 44.61 42.49 42.49 40.22 40.22 37.80 37.80 36.48 36.48 34.98 34.98
62.0 45.46 43.37 42.90 41.94 40.68 39.41 37.80 37.80 36.47 36.47 34.99 34.99
1450 3.68 4.08 4.51 4.97 5.20 5.43
66.2 49.43 37.04 46.90 36.14 0.00 0.00 40.83 33.76 39.09 33.05 37.31 32.35
72.0 54.23 27.60 52.31 27.06 49.87 26.30 46.84 25.27 45.25 24.71 43.58 24.09
57.0 57.06 57.06 54.64 54.64 50.82 50.82 47.15 47.15 45.28 45.28 43.36 43.36
62.0 57.63 56.45 55.23 54.03 51.57 49.82 47.12 47.12 45.23 45.23 43.31 43.31
2100 4.45 4.93 5.34 5.84 6.11 6.38
66.2 61.51 49.06 58.42 47.77 54.31 46.02 49.43 43.83 47.07 42.80 44.66 41.70
72.0 68.18 36.41 64.80 35.15 61.20 33.82 56.95 32.25 53.89 31.11 51.13 30.06
57.0 55.42 55.42 52.96 52.96 49.08 49.08 45.56 45.56 43.74 43.74 41.88 41.88
62.0 56.21 54.26 53.48 52.43 49.93 48.63 45.52 45.52 43.71 43.71 41.91 41.91
60 1850 4.43 4.87 5.32 5.82 6.09 6.36
66.2 60.61 46.54 57.59 45.28 53.29 43.47 48.58 41.45 46.14 40.35 43.84 39.33
72.0 67.27 34.97 64.00 33.75 60.50 32.45 55.96 30.76 53.18 29.75 50.38 28.69
57.0 53.53 53.53 50.35 50.35 47.11 47.11 43.76 43.76 42.09 42.09 40.39 40.39
62.0 55.03 51.29 51.36 49.32 47.64 46.84 44.75 42.57 42.07 42.07 40.34 40.34
1550 4.41 4.82 5.29 5.80 6.07 6.35
66.2 59.55 43.94 56.58 42.67 52.15 40.82 47.56 38.88 45.24 37.89 42.87 36.83
72.0 66.21 33.49 63.02 32.30 59.63 31.01 54.87 29.23 52.23 28.26 49.62 27.30
Notes:
1. kW* — Total System Power Input
2. Ewb — Entering Wet-Bulb
3. SHC — Sensible Heat Capacity (1000 Btuh) Gross
4. Bold, Italics, Underlined - Standard Ratings
5. Formulas:
a) Leaving db = Entering - Sensible Heat Cap / (1.09 x CFM)
b) Leaving wb = wb corresponding to air leaving coil (hwb)
c) hwb Leaving = hwb entering - total cap(Btuh)/(4.5 X CFM)
6. Direct interpolation is permissible. Do not extrapolate.
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Detailed Performance Data (Continued)
Matching 38P with FB4P
Evaporator Condenser Air Entering Deg. F
Nom Air 85 95 105 115 120 125
Cap.
Mbtuh Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH Cap. MBH
CFM EWB kW* kW* kW* kW* kW* kW*
Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen Tot Sen
57.0 54.01 54.01 50.91 50.91 47.60 47.60 44.19 44.19 42.51 42.51 40.76 40.76
62.0 55.28 52.08 51.77 50.10 47.96 47.32 45.21 42.99 42.49 42.49 40.74 40.74
1750 4.10 4.58 4.93 5.40 5.65 5.91
66.2 59.81 44.58 54.20 41.32 52.42 41.48 46.82 39.53 45.49 38.53 43.10 37.45
72.0 66.50 33.87 63.25 32.65 59.84 31.37 54.11 29.60 52.44 28.62 49.80 27.65
57.0 50.92 50.92 47.91 47.91 44.83 44.83 41.75 41.75 40.15 40.15 38.47 38.47
62.0 53.68 47.95 49.66 45.96 45.72 43.88 42.10 41.44 40.65 39.88 38.92 38.00
60 1500 4.06 4.46 4.90 5.37 5.62 5.88
66.2 58.20 41.24 55.33 39.99 50.70 38.01 46.32 36.15 44.05 35.19 40.60 31.48
72.0 64.84 31.91 61.76 30.73 58.50 29.49 53.62 27.64 51.06 26.69 47.17 24.10
57.0 47.88 47.88 45.12 45.12 42.35 42.35 39.44 39.44 37.91 37.91 36.32 36.32
62.0 52.07 44.35 47.83 42.26 44.09 40.39 40.35 38.52 38.42 37.43 36.49 36.09
1300 4.03 4.43 4.87 5.35 5.60 5.85
66.2 56.53 38.42 53.18 36.92 49.00 35.09 44.79 33.27 42.73 32.39 40.60 31.48
72.0 63.09 30.20 60.18 29.08 57.03 27.86 51.97 25.92 49.64 25.03 47.17 24.10
Notes:
1. kW* — Total System Power Input
2. Ewb — Entering Wet-Bulb
3. SHC — Sensible Heat Capacity (1000 Btuh) Gross
4. Bold, Italics, Underlined - Standard Ratings
5. Formulas:
a) Leaving db = Entering - Sensible Heat Cap / (1.09 x CFM)
b) Leaving wb = wb corresponding to air leaving coil (hwb)
c) hwb Leaving = hwb entering - total cap(Btuh)/(4.5 X CFM)
6. Direct interpolation is permissible. Do not extrapolate.
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Typical Wiring Schematic – 38P Series
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Typical Wiring Schematic – 38P Series (continued)
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Typical Wiring Schematic – 38P Series (continued)
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Application data
Unit selection
Select equipment to match or be slightly less than anticipated peak load. This provides better humidity control, fewer
unit cycles, and less part-load operation.
For units used in spaces with high sensible loads, base equipment selection on unit sensible load, not on total
anticipated load. Adjust for anticipated room wet bulb temperature to avoid under sizing equipment.
When selecting equipment that has outdoor air introduced into the unit, determine the mix conditions of room air and
outdoor air at design conditions. The cooling capacity tables in this literature are based on 80.6 F edb. To select the
proper equipment, adjust for actual dry-bulb and wet-bulb conditions with the required outdoor air.
Unit mounting
Unit leveling: For reliable operation, units should be level in all planes.
Clearance: Provide adequate clearance for airflow. See dimensional drawings for proper clearances. The
condensing units are designed for free-blow application. Air inlets and outlets should not be restricted. Outdoor fan
external static pressure available is less than 0.1 in. wg.
Unit location: Units may be wall mounted, pad mounted at ground level, roof mounted, or mounted on or under a
deck or patio. Be sure that water from roof does not drain directly onto the unit. If 38P Series condensing units are
mounted near a wall, the condenser air should discharge away from the wall. This will provide inherent coil protection
and the best possible sound and airflow performance.
Controls
Unit operation
Note: Auto fan mode is used as the unit operation example for all fan coil units in this section. Contact your local
Carrier dealer for operation information in other fan modes.
Fan coil units: Duct free fan coil units have a self-contained control system that determines the set point for cool
mode operation, and heating mode operation (if provided). The un-ducted fan coil and ducted fan coil units
are equipped with a thermostat. For ducted fan coils the installed thermostat determines the set point for fan
mode operation, and electric heat operation (if provided).
On a call for cooling operation by a single fan coil unit, a signal is sent to the 38P outdoor unit and energizes a control
relay.
Refrigerant lines
General refrigerant line sizing:
1. All charges, line sizing, and capacities are based on runs of 25 ft. For runs over 25 ft., consult the Long Line
Guideline.
2. Refrigerant lines should not be buried in the ground. If it is necessary to bury the lines, not more than 36 in. should
be buried. Provide a minimum 6 in. vertical rise to the service valves to prevent refrigerant migration.
3. The refrigerant lines must be insulated. Use a minimum of 1/2-in. thick insulation. Closed-cell insulation is
recommended in all applications.
4. Special consideration should be given to isolating interconnecting tubing from the building structure. Isolate the
tubing so that vibration or noise is not transmitted into the structure.
5. The 38P Series system charge is based on rated performance and 25 ft. of line.
6. For the supply and return lines, check physical data.
The indoor blower starts according to the normal fan coil unit sequence of operation.
The control relay (in the outdoor unit) initiates operation of a cooling cycle for the compressor. As the set point at the
fan coil is satisfied, its individual signal to the 38P unit stops.
38P Series outdoor condensing unit: The outdoor unit is equipped with a control that monitors the indoor fan coil
cooling request.
Unit malfunction: Each unit is equipped with a high-pressure switch (HPS), a low pressure switch (LPS),
Compressor over current protection is achieved by an internal line break overload, which automatically resets when
the motor temperature cools to a satisfactory level.
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Guide Specifications
AIR-COOLED, SPLIT-SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONER
HVAC Guide Specifications
Size Range: 1.5 to 5.0 Ton Nominal Capacity
General
System Description
Outdoor-mounted, air-cooled, split-system air conditioner unit suitable for ground or rooftop installation. Unit
consists of a hermetic compressor, an air-cooled coil, propeller-type condenser fan, and a control box. Unit will
discharge supply air horizontally as shown on contract drawings. Unit will be used in a refrigeration circuit to match
with ducted and non-ducted indoor units.
Quality Assurance
Unit will be shipped as single package only and is stored and handled per unit manufacturer’s recommendations.
Products
Unit Cabinet
A. Factory-assembled, single-piece, air-cooled air condensing unit. Contained within the unit enclosure is, all
factory wiring, piping, controls, compressor, refrigerant charge (R-410a), and any special features required
prior to field start-up.
B. Unit cabinet shall be constructed of galvanized steel bonderized and powder painted enamel finish.
C. Unit cabinet panels shall be single skin. Cabinet panels shall be easily removable for service.
Fans
Compressor
Condenser Coil
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Refrigeration Components
A. Refrigeration circuit components will include liquid and suction line shutoff valve with flare connections.
B. System will be charged with Puron® R-410a refrigerant.
Electrical Requirements
A. Nominal unit electrical characteristics will be 230V, single phase, 60Hz. The unit will be capable of
satisfactory operation within voltage limits of 207V to 253V.
B. Nominal unit electrical characteristics will be 400V, three phase, 60 Hz. The unit will be capable of
satisfactory operation within voltage limits of 360V to 420V.
C. Unit electrical power will be single point connection.
D. Control circuit will be 24VAC.
Special Features
Refer to section of this literature identifying accessories and descriptions for specific features and available
enhancements.
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Manufacturer reserves the rights to discontinue or change at any time, specifications or designs without notice and without incurring any obligations.
Supersedes Version: 38P-PDC02 Page 20 Catalog Number: 38P-PDC03
Effective Date: 20-05-2019 Phase: 60Hz