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VRV IV system air conditioner

RXYTQ8T7YF
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RXYTQ16T7YF VRV IV system air conditioner
Table of Contents
6 Configuration 19
Table of Contents 6.1 Making field settings................................................................... 19
6.1.1 About making field settings .......................................... 19
6.1.2 Field setting components ............................................. 19
1 About the documentation 3 6.1.3 To access the field setting components....................... 19
1.1 About this document.................................................................. 3 6.1.4 To access mode 1 or 2 ................................................ 20
6.1.5 To use mode 1 ............................................................. 20
6.1.6 To use mode 2 ............................................................. 20
For the installer 3 6.1.7 Mode 1: Monitoring settings......................................... 21
6.1.8 Mode 2: Field settings.................................................. 21
2 About the box 3 6.1.9 To connect the PC configurator to the outdoor unit ..... 22
2.1 To remove the accessories from the outdoor unit ..................... 3 7 Commissioning 22
2.2 Accessory pipes: Diameters...................................................... 3
7.1 Precautions when commissioning .............................................. 22
2.3 To remove the transportation stay............................................. 4
7.2 Checklist before commissioning................................................. 22
3 About the units and options 4 7.3 About test run ............................................................................. 23
3.1 About the outdoor unit ............................................................... 4 7.4 To perform a test run.................................................................. 23
3.2 System layout............................................................................ 4 7.5 Correcting after abnormal completion of the test run ................. 23

4 Preparation 4 8 Troubleshooting 23
4.1 Preparing refrigerant piping....................................................... 4 8.1 Solving problems based on error codes..................................... 23
4.1.1 Refrigerant piping requirements.................................. 4 8.2 Error codes: Overview................................................................ 24
4.1.2 To select the piping size ............................................. 5 9 Technical data 26
4.1.3 To select refrigerant branch kits.................................. 6
9.1 Piping diagram: Outdoor unit...................................................... 26
4.1.4 Multiple outdoor units: Possible layouts...................... 6
4.2 Preparing electrical wiring ......................................................... 7
4.2.1 Safety device requirements ........................................ 7
For the user 28
5 Installation 7
5.1 Opening the units ...................................................................... 7
10 About the system 28
5.1.1 To open the outdoor unit............................................. 7
11 User interface 28
5.1.2 To open the electrical component box of the outdoor
unit .............................................................................. 8 12 Operation 28
5.2 Mounting the outdoor unit.......................................................... 8 12.1 Operating the system ................................................................. 28
5.2.1 To provide the installation structure ............................ 8 12.1.1 About operating the system ......................................... 28
5.3 Connecting the refrigerant piping .............................................. 8 12.1.2 About cooling, heating, fan only, and automatic
5.3.1 To route the refrigerant piping..................................... 8 operation ...................................................................... 28
5.3.2 To connect the refrigerant piping to the outdoor unit .. 9 12.1.3 About the heating operation......................................... 28
5.3.3 To connect the multi connection piping kit .................. 9 12.1.4 To operate the system (WITHOUT cool/heat
5.3.4 Multiple outdoor units: Knockout holes ....................... 9 changeover remote control switch) .............................. 28
5.3.5 To protect against contamination................................ 9 12.1.5 To operate the system (WITH cool/heat changeover
5.3.6 Using the stop valve and service port ......................... 9 remote control switch).................................................. 28
5.3.7 To remove the pinched pipes...................................... 10 12.2 Using the dry program................................................................ 29
5.4 Checking the refrigerant piping ................................................. 11 12.2.1 About the dry program ................................................. 29
5.4.1 About checking the refrigerant piping ......................... 11 12.2.2 To use the dry program (WITHOUT cool/heat
5.4.2 Checking refrigerant piping: General guidelines ......... 11 changeover remote control switch) .............................. 29
5.4.3 Checking refrigerant piping: Setup.............................. 11 12.2.3 To use the dry program (WITH cool/heat changeover
remote control switch).................................................. 29
5.4.4 To perform a leak test ................................................. 11
12.3 Adjusting the air flow direction.................................................... 29
5.4.5 To perform vacuum drying .......................................... 12
12.3.1 About the air flow flap .................................................. 29
5.5 To insulate the refrigerant piping............................................... 12
12.4 Setting the master user interface ............................................... 30
5.6 Charging refrigerant .................................................................. 12
12.4.1 About setting the master user interface ....................... 30
5.6.1 Precautions when charging refrigerant ....................... 12
5.6.2 About charging refrigerant .......................................... 13 13 Maintenance and service 30
5.6.3 To determine the additional refrigerant amount .......... 13 13.1 After­sales service and warranty ................................................ 30
5.6.4 To charge refrigerant: Flow chart................................ 14 13.1.1 Warranty period ........................................................... 30
5.6.5 To charge refrigerant .................................................. 15 13.1.2 Recommended maintenance and inspection............... 30
5.6.6 Step 6: To manually charge refrigerant....................... 16
5.6.7 Error codes when charging refrigerant........................ 16 14 Troubleshooting 31
5.6.8 Checks after charging refrigerant................................ 16 14.1 Error codes: Overview................................................................ 31
5.7 Connecting the electrical wiring................................................. 16 14.2 Symptoms that are not air conditioner troubles.......................... 32
5.7.1 Field wiring: Overview................................................. 16 14.2.1 Symptom: The system does not operate ..................... 32
5.7.2 Guidelines when knocking out knockout holes ........... 17 14.2.2 Symptom: Cool/Heat cannot be changed over ............ 32
5.7.3 To route and fix the transmission wiring ..................... 17 14.2.3 Symptom: Fan operation is possible, but cooling and
5.7.4 To connect the transmission wiring............................. 17 heating do not work...................................................... 32
5.7.5 To finish the transmission wiring................................. 18 14.2.4 Symptom: The fan strength does not correspond to
5.7.6 To route and fix the power supply............................... 18 the setting .................................................................... 32
5.7.7 To connect the power supply ...................................... 18 14.2.5 Symptom: The fan direction does not correspond to
the setting .................................................................... 32
14.2.6 Symptom: White mist comes out of a unit (Indoor
unit) .............................................................................. 33

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1 About the documentation
14.2.7 Symptom: White mist comes out of a unit (Indoor
unit, outdoor unit) ........................................................ 33 1 About the documentation
14.2.8 Symptom: The user interface display reads "U4" or
"U5" and stops, but then restarts after a few minutes. 33
14.2.9 Symptom: Noise of air conditioners (Indoor unit)........ 33 1.1 About this document
14.2.10 Symptom: Noise of air conditioners (Indoor unit,
outdoor unit)................................................................ 33 Target audience
14.2.11 Symptom: Noise of air conditioners (Outdoor unit) ..... 33
Authorised installers + end users
14.2.12 Symptom: Dust comes out of the unit ......................... 33
14.2.13 Symptom: The units can give off odours..................... 33 INFORMATION
14.2.14 Symptom: The outdoor unit fan does not spin ............ 33
This appliance is intended to be used by expert or trained
14.2.15 Symptom: The display shows "88".............................. 33
users in shops, in light industry and on farms, or for
14.2.16 Symptom: The compressor in the outdoor unit does commercial use by lay persons.
not stop after a short heating operation ...................... 33
14.2.17 Symptom: The inside of an outdoor unit is warm Documentation set
even when the unit has stopped ................................. 33
This document is part of a documentation set. The complete set
14.2.18 Symptom: Hot air can be felt when the indoor unit is
stopped ....................................................................... 33 consists of:

15 Relocation 33 Document Contains… Format


General Safety instructions that Paper (in the box of the
16 Disposal 33 safety you must read before outdoor unit)
precautions installing
Outdoor unit Installation and operation
installation instructions
and
operation
manual
Installer and ▪ Preparation of the Digital files on http://
user installation, technical www.daikineurope.com/
reference specifications, support­and­manuals/
guide reference data,… product­information/.
▪ Detailed step­by­step
instructions and
background information
for basic and advanced
usage

Latest revisions of the supplied documentation may be available on


the regional Daikin website or via your dealer.
The original documentation is written in English. All other languages
are translations.

For the installer

2 About the box 2.2 Accessory pipes: Diameters


Accessory pipes (mm) HP Øa Øb

2.1 To remove the accessories from Gas pipe 8 19.1


▪ Front connection 10 25.4 22.2
the outdoor unit
ID Øa 12 25.4 28.6
Make sure that all accessories are available in the unit. ID Øb
14
a b c d e 16
1× 1× 1× 1× 1×
REQUEST FOR THE INDICATION OF INSTALLATION INFORMATION
1. RECORD OF INDOOR UNIT MODEL AND INSTALLATION SITE
BE SURE TO FILL OUT THE BLANKS, WHICH ARE NEEDED FOR AFTER-SALE SERVICES.
REQUEST FOR THE INDICATION OF ADDITIONAL REFRIGERANT CHARGING AND LEAK DETECTION OPERATION RESULT
BE SURE TO FILL OUT THE BLANKS, WHICH ARE NEEDED FOR AFTER-SALE SERVICES.
▪ Bottom connection
No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1. CALCULATION OF ADDITIONAL REFRIGERANT CHARGING AMOUNT
MODELNAME CALCULATE THE ADDITIONAL REFRIGERANT CHARGING AMOUNT BASED ON THE FORMULA BELOW BEFORE CHARGING.
INSTALLATION WHEN RE-CHARGING TOTAL AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT , CHARGE THE TOTAL OF THE AMOUNT CHARGED AT
SHIPMENT (INDICATED ON THE MACHINE NAMEPLATE) AND THE ADDITIONAL AMOUNT SHOWN AS FOLLOWS :

ID Øa
SITE Total indoor unit
No. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 capacity connection
kg ratio (CR) 8HP 10-12HP 14-16HP 18-20HP
MODELNAME Total indoor unit capacity 50%< CR < 105% 0 0 0 0.5
TOTAL LENGTH OF LIQUID
INSTALLATION OUTDOOR AMOUNT
ADDITIONAL CHARGING TOTAL LENGTH OF LIQUID
PIPE SIZE O22.2 x 0.37
TOTAL LENGTH OF LIQUID
PIPE SIZE O19.1 x 0.26 PIPE SIZE O15.9 x 0.18
when piping length <30m105%< CR < 130% 0.5
50%< CR < 70% 0
0.5
0
0.5
0
1.0
0.5
SITE
No. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
UNIT Total indoor unit capacity 70%< CR < 85% 0.3 0.5 0.5 1.0
kg (m) x 0.37 (m) x 0.26 (m) x 0.18 when piping length >30m 85%< CR < 105% 0.7 1 1 1.5
MODELNAME 105%< CR < 130% 1.2 1.5 1.5 2.0
TOTAL LENGTH OF LIQUID TOTAL LENGTH OF LIQUID TOTAL LENGTH OF LIQUID
INSTALLATION
SITE PIPE SIZE O12.7 x 0.12 PIPE SIZE O9.5 x 0.059 PIPE SIZE O6.4 x 0.022
ONLY FOR RYYQ8~20 MODELS
No. 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 (m) x 0.022 RYYQ8~12 RYYQ14-16 RYYQ18-20
(m) x 0.12 (m) x 0.059 kg 0.9 1.1 1.3
MODELNAME
INSTALLATION
SITE 2. RECORD OF ADDITIONAL REFRIGERANT CHARGE AMOUNT AND RESULT OF LEAK CHECK OPERATION
No. 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
DATE
MODELNAME
INSTALLATION AMOUNT
SITE

OD Øb
No. 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 RESULT LEAK CHECK
MODELNAME
DATE
INSTALLATION
SITE AMOUNT
No. 61 62 63 64
RESULT LEAK CHECK
MODELNAME
INSTALLATION DATE
SITE
AMOUNT
2. RECORD FOR SETTINGS (CONTENTS SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL)
RESULT LEAK CHECK
SETTING VALUE REMARK DATE SETTING VALUE REMARK DATE
DATE
AMOUNT
RESULT LEAK CHECK

3. FOR DETAILS CONCERNING PIPING SELECTION AND CALCULATION OR HOW TO OPERATE THE LEAK DETECTION FUNCTION, PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTALLATION MANUAL.
3. RECORD OF INSTALLATION DATE DAY MONTH YEAR 4. MODEL NAME 5. MANUFACTURING NUMBER
4. AFTER FILLING IN THIS TABLE, PLEASE PUT IT ON THE SWITCH BOX COVER.
6. AFTER EQUIPPING, PLEASE PUT IT ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE FRONT PLATE.
3P328191-1 3P328192-1

a General safety precautions


b Installation manual and operation manual
c Additional refrigerant charge label
d Installation information sticker
e Piping accessory bag

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3 About the units and options
Accessory pipes (mm) HP Øa Øb
Liquid pipe 8 9.52
3 About the units and options
▪ Front connection 10
ID Øb 12 9.52 12.7 3.1 About the outdoor unit
14 12.7 This installation manual concerns the VRV IV, full inverter driven,
ID Øa 16 heat pump system.
Model line up:
▪ Bottom connection
ID Øb Model Description
ID Øa RXYTQ8~16 Single non­continuous heating model.
RXYTQ18~48 Multi non­continuous heating model
(consisting of 2 or 3 RXYTQ modules).
2.3 To remove the transportation stay These units are intended for outdoor installation and aimed for heat
pump air to air applications.
NOTICE
These units have (in single use) heating capacities ranging from 25
If the unit is operated with the transportation stay attached,
to 50 kW and cooling capacities rating from 22.4 to 45 kW. In multi
abnormal vibration or noise may be generated.
combination the heating capacity can go up till 150 kW and in
The yellow transportation stay installed over the compressor leg for cooling till 135 kW.
protecting the unit during transport must be removed. Proceed as The outdoor unit is designed to work in heating mode at ambient
shown in the figure and procedure below. temperatures from –20°C WB to 15.5°C WB and in cooling mode at
1 Slightly loosen the fixing nut (a). ambient temperatures from –5°C DB to 52°C DB.
2 Remove the transportation stay (b) as shown in the figure
below. 3.2 System layout
3 Tighten the fixing nut (a) again (12.3 N•m).
NOTICE
Only for 10+12 HP
Design of the system must not be done at temperatures
below –15°C.
a
f

3 (12.3 N·m) b c c
1
a
2
b d e
a VRV IV Heat pump outdoor unit
b Refrigerant piping
c VRV direct expansion (DX) indoor unit
d User interface (dedicated depending on indoor unit type)
e User interface (wireless, dedicated depending on indoor
unit type)
Only for 14+16 HP f Cool/Heat changeover remote control switch

4 Preparation
3 (12.3 N·m)
4.1 Preparing refrigerant piping
1
2 a
4.1.1 Refrigerant piping requirements
b
NOTICE
Refrigerant R410A requires strict cautions for keeping the
system clean and dry. Foreign materials (including mineral
oils or moisture) should be prevented from getting mixed
into the system.

NOTICE
The piping and other pressure­containing parts shall be
suitable for refrigerant. Use phosphoric acid deoxidised
seamless copper for refrigerant.
▪ Foreign materials inside pipes (including oils for fabrication) must
be ≤30 mg/10 m.

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▪ Temper grade: use piping with temper grade in function of the Example:
pipe diameter as listed in table below.
▪ Downstream capacity for E=capacity index of unit 1
Pipe Ø (mm) Temper grade of piping material ▪ Downstream capacity for D=capacity index of unit 1+capacity
≤15.9 O (annealed) index of unit 2
≥19.1 1/2H (half hard)
E: Piping between refrigerant branch kit and
▪ All piping lengths and distances have been taken into indoor unit
consideration (see About the piping length in the installer
Pipe size for direct connection to indoor unit must be the same as
reference guide).
the connection size of the indoor unit (in case indoor unit is VRV DX
indoor).
4.1.2 To select the piping size
Indoor unit capacity Piping outer diameter size (mm)
Determine the proper size referring to following tables and reference index
figure (only for indication). Gas pipe Liquid pipe
15~50 12.7 6.4
63~125 15.9 9.5
200 19.1
250 22.2
A B B B
a x C y ▪ When the equivalent pipe length between outdoor and indoor
units is 90 m or more, the size of the main pipes (both gas side
D and liquid side) must be increased. Depending on the length of the
piping, the capacity may drop, but even in such a case the size of
b b
the main pipes has to be increased. More specifications can be
found in the technical engineering data book.
a b c e
E

1 2 3 4
1,2,3,4 VRV DX indoor unit d
a,b Indoor branch kit
x,y Outdoor multi connection kit

a Outdoor unit
A, B, C: Piping between outdoor unit and (first) b Main pipes
refrigerant branch kit c Increase if the equivalent piping length is ≥90 m
d First refrigerant branch kit
Choose from the following table in accordance with the outdoor unit e Indoor unit
total capacity type, connected downstream.
Size up
Outdoor unit Piping outer diameter size (mm) HP class Piping outer diameter size (mm)
capacity type (HP) Gas pipe Liquid pipe Gas pipe Liquid pipe
8 19.1 9.5 8 19.1 → 22.2 9.5 → 12.7
10 22.2 9.5 10 22.2 → 25.4 (a)

12~16 28.6 12.7 12+14 28.6(b) 12.7 → 15.9


18~22 28.6 15.9 16 28.6 → 31.8(a)
24 34.9 15.9 18~22 15.9 → 19.1
26~34 34.9 19.1 24 34.9 (b)

36~48 41.3 19.1 26~34 34.9 → 38.1(a) 19.1 → 22.2


36~48 41.3(b)
D: Piping between refrigerant branch kits
(a) If size is NOT available, increase is NOT allowed.
Choose from the following table in accordance with the indoor unit (b) Increase is NOT allowed.
total capacity type, connected downstream. Do not let the ▪ The pipe thickness of the refrigerant piping shall comply with the
connection piping exceed the refrigerant piping size chosen by the applicable legislation. The minimal pipe thickness for R410A
general system model name. piping must be in accordance with the table below.
Indoor unit capacity Piping outer diameter size (mm) Pipe Ø (mm) Minimal thickness t (mm)
index Gas pipe Liquid pipe 6.4/9.5/12.7 0.80
<150 15.9 9.5 15.9 0.99
150≤x<200 19.1 19.1/22.2 0.80
200≤x<290 22.2 28.6 0.99
290≤x<420 28.6 12.7 34.9 1.21
420≤x<640 15.9 41.3 1.43
640≤x<920 34.9 19.1
≥920 41.3

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▪ In case the required pipe sizes (inch sizes) are not available, it is 4.1.4 Multiple outdoor units: Possible layouts
also allowed to use other diameters (mm sizes), taken the
following into account: ▪ The piping between the outdoor units must be routed level or
▪ Select the pipe size nearest to the required size. slightly upward to avoid the risk of oil retention into the piping.
▪ Use the suitable adapters for the change­over from inch to mm Pattern 1 Pattern 2
pipes (field supply).
▪ The additional refrigerant calculation has to be adjusted as
mentioned in "5.6.3 To determine the additional refrigerant a a
amount" on page 13. b b

4.1.3 To select refrigerant branch kits


Refrigerant refnets a a
b b
For piping example, refer to "4.1.2 To select the piping size" on
page 5.
▪ When using refnet joints at the first branch counted from the a a
outdoor unit side, choose from the following table in accordance b b
with the capacity of the outdoor unit (example: refnet joint a).
a To indoor unit
Outdoor unit capacity type 2 pipes b Piping between outdoor units
(HP) X Not allowed
O Allowed
8~10 KHRQ22M29T9
▪ To avoid the risk of oil retention to the outmost outdoor unit,
12~22 KHRQ22M64T
always connect the stop valve and the piping between outdoor
24~48 KHRQ22M75T units as shown in the 4 correct possibilities of the figure below.

▪ For refnet joints other than the first branch (example refnet joint b),
select the proper branch kit model based on the total capacity
index of all indoor units connected after the refrigerant branch.

Indoor unit capacity index 2 pipes


<200 KHRQ22M20T
200≤x<290 KHRQ22M29T9 a
290≤x<640 KHRQ22M64T b b b
≥640 KHRQ22M75T

▪ Concerning refnet headers, choose from the following table in


accordance with the total capacity of all the indoor units connected a
below the refnet header. b b b

Indoor unit capacity index 2 pipes


<200 KHRQ22M29H
a
200≤x<290 a a
b b b
290≤x<640 KHRQ22M64H(a)
≥640 KHRQ22M75H
≥200 mm

(a) If the pipe size above the refnet header is Ø34.9 or more,
KHRQ22M75H is required.
a a
INFORMATION a
Maximum 8 branches can be connected to a header. a To indoor unit
b Oil collects to the outmost outdoor unit when the system
▪ How to choose an outdoor multi connection piping kit. Choose stops
from the following table in accordance with the number of outdoor X Not allowed
units. O Allowed
▪ If the piping length between the outdoor units exceeds 2 m, create
Number of outdoor units Branch kit name a rise of 200 mm or more in the gas line within a length of 2 m
2 BHFQ22P1007 from the kit.
3 BHFQ22P1517
If Then
INFORMATION ≤2 m
Reducers or T­joints are field supplied.
b
NOTICE a
Refrigerant branch kits can only be used with R410A. ≤2 m

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If Then Example Combining the RXYTQ30 by using the RXYTQ8,
>2 m >2 m >2 m RXYTQ10, and RXYTQ12.
▪ Minimum circuit ampacity of the RXYTQ8=16.1 A

≥200 mm

≥200 mm
▪ Minimum circuit ampacity of the RXYTQ10=22.0 A
b
▪ Minimum circuit ampacity of the RXYTQ12=24.0 A
a
≤2 m ≤2 m Accordingly, the minimum circuit ampacity of the
RXYTQ30=16.1+22.0+24.0=62.1 A
a To indoor unit Multiplying the above result by 1.1 (62.1×1.1)=68.31 A,
b Piping between outdoor units so the recommended fuse capacity would be 80 A.
NOTICE NOTICE
There are restrictions on the refrigerant pipe connection When using residual current operated circuit breakers, be
order between outdoor units during installation in case of a sure to use a high­speed type 300 mA rated residual
multiple outdoor unit system. Install according to following operating current.
restrictions. The capacities of outdoor units A, B and C
must fulfill the following restriction conditions: A≥B≥C.

A B C 5 Installation

a b c
5.1 Opening the units
a To indoor units 5.1.1 To open the outdoor unit
b Outdoor unit multi connecting piping kit (first branch)
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
c Outdoor unit multi connecting piping kit (second branch)

DANGER: RISK OF BURNING


4.2 Preparing electrical wiring
To gain access to the unit, front plates need to be opened as follows:
4.2.1 Safety device requirements 8 HP 10~16 HP

The power supply must be protected with the required safety


devices, i.e. a main switch, a slow blow fuse on each phase and an
earth leakage protector in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Selection and sizing of the wiring should be done in accordance with
the applicable legislation based on the information mentioned in the
table below.

Model Minimum Recommended


circuit fuses
ampacity
RXYTQ8 16.1 A 20 A
14× 14×
RXYTQ10 22.0 A 25 A
RXYTQ12 24.0 A 32 A Once the front plates open, the electrical component box can be
RXYTQ14 27.0 A 32 A accessed. See "5.1.2 To open the electrical component box of the
outdoor unit" on page 8.
RXYTQ16 31.0 A 40 A
For service purposes, the push buttons on the main PCB need to be
What? Case 1 Case 2 accessed. To access these push buttons, the electrical component
Phase and frequency 3N~ 50 Hz 3N~ 60 Hz box cover does not need to be opened. See "6.1.3 To access the
field setting components" on page 19.
Voltage 380­415 V 400 V
Transmission line 0.75~1.25 mm2
section(1)

For multi combinations


Calculate the recommended fuse capacity

Formula Calculate, by adding the minimum circuit amps of each


used unit (according to the table above), multiply the
result by 1.1 and select the next higher recommended
fuse capacity.

(1) Maximum length is 1000 m. If the total transmission wiring exceeds these limits, it may result in communication error.

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5.1.2 To open the electrical component box of ▪ The height of the foundation must at least be 150 mm from the
floor. In heavy snowfall areas, this height should be increased,
the outdoor unit
depending on the installation place and condition.
NOTICE ▪ The preferred installation is on a solid longitudinal foundation
Do not apply excessive force when opening the electronic (steel beam frame or concrete). The foundation must be larger
component box cover. Excessive force can deform the than the grey marked area.
cover, resulting in entering of water to cause equipment ≥AB
failure. AA
8 HP

≤613

≥929
729
a (mm)
2× SW8
Minimum foundation
a Anchor point (4×)
10~16 HP
HP AA AB
8 766 992
10~16 1076 1302

▪ Fasten the unit in place using four foundation bolts M12. It is best
to screw in the foundation bolts until their length remains 20 mm
6× SW8 above the foundation surface.
20 mm

NOTICE
When closing the electrical component box cover, make
sure that the sealing material on the lower back side of the
cover is not caught and bend towards the inside. NOTICE

a ▪ Prepare a water drainage channel around the


b foundation to drain waste water from around the unit.
During heating operation and when the outdoor
c temperatures are negative, the drained water from the
d outdoor unit will freeze up. If the water drainage is not
e taken care of, the area around the unit might be very
slippery.
▪ When installed in a corrosive environment, use a nut
a Electrical component box cover with plastic washer (a) to protect the nut tightening part
b Front side from rust.
c Power supply terminal block
d Sealing material
e Moisture and dirt could enter
X Not allowed a

O Allowed
5.3 Connecting the refrigerant piping
5.2 Mounting the outdoor unit
5.3.1 To route the refrigerant piping
5.2.1 To provide the installation structure
Installation of refrigerant piping is possible as front connection or
Make sure the unit is installed level on a sufficiently strong base to side connection (when taken out from the bottom) as shown in the
prevent vibration and noise. figure below.

NOTICE
When the installation height of the unit needs to be
increased, do not use stands to only support the corners.
c

mm m
≥1
00
≥1
00
m
a b

X
*
Not allowed
a
b
c
Left­side connection
Front connection
Right­side connection
O Allowed (* = preferred installation)

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For side connections, the knockout hole on the bottom plate should
be removed: >12
0
a >50 mm
0m
b m

a Large knockout hole


b Drill 5.3.4 Multiple outdoor units: Knockout holes
c Points for drilling
Connection Description
NOTICE
Front connection Remove the front plate knockout holes to
Precautions when making knockout holes: connect.
▪ Avoid damaging the casing.
▪ After making the knockout holes, we recommend you
remove the burrs and paint the edges and areas
around the edges using repair paint to prevent rusting.
▪ When passing electrical wiring through the knockout
holes, wrap the wiring with protective tape to prevent
damage.
Bottom connection Remove the knockout holes on the bottom
5.3.2 To connect the refrigerant piping to the frame and route the piping under the bottom.
outdoor unit
NOTICE
▪ Be sure to use the supplied accessory pipes when
carrying out piping work in the field.
▪ Be sure that the field installed piping does not touch
other pipes, the bottom panel or side panel. Especially 5.3.5 To protect against contamination
for the bottom and side connection, be sure to protect
the piping with suitable insulation, to prevent it from Block all gaps in the holes for passing out piping and wiring using
coming into contact with the casing. sealing material (field supply) (otherwise the capacity of the unit will
drop and small animals may enter the machine).
Connection from the stop valves to the field piping can be done by
using accessory pipes supplied as accessory.
5.3.6 Using the stop valve and service port
The connections to the branch kits are the responsibility of the
installer (field piping). To handle the stop valve
▪ Make sure to keep both stop valves open during operation.
5.3.3 To connect the multi connection piping kit
▪ The stop valve is factory closed.
NOTICE
Improper installation may lead to malfunction of the To open the stop valve
outdoor unit. 1 Remove the stop valve cover.
▪ Install the joints horizontally, so that the caution label (a) attached 2 Insert a hexagon wrench into the stop valve and turn the stop
to the joint comes to the top. valve counterclockwise.
▪ Do not tilt the joint more than 7.5° (see view A).
3 When the stop valve cannot be turned any further, stop turning.
▪ Do not install the joint vertically (see view B).
Result: The valve is now open.
To fully open the Ø19.1~Ø25.4 stop valve, turn the hexagonal
7.5°
wrench until a torque between 27 and 33 N•m is achieved.
7.5° A B
Inadequate torque may cause leakage of refrigerant and breakage of
the stop valve cap.
a a

a Caution label
X Not allowed
O Allowed
▪ Make sure that the total length of the piping connected to the joint 2
is absolute straight for more than 500 mm. Only if a straight field 3
piping of more than 120 mm is connected, more than 500 mm of 1
straight section can be ensured.
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NOTICE
a
Pay attention that mentioned torque range is applicable for
opening Ø19.1~Ø25.4 mm stop valves only.
b
To close the stop valve c

1 Remove the stop valve cover. d

2 Insert a hexagon wrench into the stop valve and turn the stop a Service port and service port cover
valve clockwise. b Stop valve
c Field piping connection
3 When the stop valve cannot be turned any further, stop turning. d Stop valve cover
Result: The valve is now closed. 2 Connect the vacuuming/recovery unit through a manifold to the
Closing direction: service port of all stop valves.
p< p>

A B
a f g
d
N2 R410A

b c e
To handle the stop valve cover
a Pressure reducing valve
▪ The stop valve cover is sealed where indicated by the arrow. Take b Nitrogen
care not to damage it. c Weighing scales
d Refrigerant R410A tank (siphon system)
▪ After handling the stop valve, make sure to tighten the stop valve e Vacuum pump
cover securely. For the tightening torque, refer to the table below. f Liquid line stop valve
g Gas line stop valve
▪ Check for refrigerant leaks after tightening the stop valve cover. A Valve A
B Valve B
3 Recover gas and oil from the pinched piping by using a
recovery unit.

CAUTION
Do not vent gases into the atmosphere.
To handle the service port 4 When all gas and oil is recovered from the pinched piping,
▪ Always use a charge hose equipped with a valve depressor pin, disconnect the charge hose and close the service ports.
since the service port is a Schrader type valve. 5 Cut off the lower part of the gas, liquid and equalising stop
▪ After handling the service port, make sure to tighten the service valve pipes along the black line. Use an appropriate tool (e.g. a
port cover securely. For the tightening torque, refer to the table pipe cutter, a pair of nippers).
below.
▪ Check for refrigerant leaks after tightening the service port cover.

Tightening torques
Stop valve Tightening torque N•m (turn clockwise to close)
size (mm) Shaft
Valve body Hexagonal Cap (valve Service
wrench lid) port
Ø9.5 5.4~6.6 4 mm 13.5~16.5 11.5~13.9
Ø12.7 8.1~9.9 18.0~22.0
Ø15.9 13.5~16.5 6 mm 23.0~27.0
Ø19.1 27.0~33.0 8 mm 22.5~27.5 WARNING
Ø25.4

5.3.7 To remove the pinched pipes


WARNING
Any gas or oil remaining inside the stop valve may blow off Never remove the pinched piping by brazing.
the pinched piping.
Any gas or oil remaining inside the stop valve may blow off
Failure to observe the instructions in procedure below the pinched piping.
properly may result in property damage or personal injury,
which may be serious depending on the circumstances. 6 Wait until all oil is dripped out before continuing with the
connection of the field piping in case the recovery was not
Use the following procedure to remove the pinched piping: complete.
1 Remove the valve cover and make sure that the stop valves are
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5.4 Checking the refrigerant piping 5.4.2 Checking refrigerant piping: General
guidelines
5.4.1 About checking the refrigerant piping Connect the vacuum pump through a manifold to the service port of
all stop valves to increase efficiency (refer to "5.4.3 Checking
Refrigerant piping works are Finish piping work.
refrigerant piping: Setup" on page 11).
finished? No
NOTICE

Yes
Use a 2­stage vacuum pump with a non­return valve or a
solenoid valve that can evacuate to a gauge pressure of
The indoor units and/or Use procedure: –⁠100.7 kPa (5 Torr absolute).
outdoor unit were already "Method 1: Before power ON
powered ON? No
(regular method)". NOTICE
Make sure the pump oil does not flow oppositely into the
system while the pump is not working.
Yes

Use procedure: NOTICE


"Method 2: After power ON". Do not purge the air with refrigerants. Use a vacuum pump
to evacuate the installation.

It is very important that all refrigerant piping work is done before the
5.4.3 Checking refrigerant piping: Setup
units (outdoor or indoor) are powered on. p< p>

When the units are powered on, the expansion valves will initialise. A B g
This means that they will close. Leak test and vacuum drying of field
a f
piping and indoor units is impossible when this happens.
d C
Therefore, there will be explained 2 methods for initial installation,
N2 R410A
leak test and vacuum drying.
Method 1: Before power ON b c e
a Pressure reducing valve
If the system has not yet been powered on, no special action is b Nitrogen
required to perform the leak test and the vacuum drying. c Weighing scales
d Refrigerant R410A tank (siphon system)
Method 2: After power ON e Vacuum pump
f Liquid line stop valve
If the system has already been powered on, apply outdoor unit g Gas line stop valve
setting [2­21]=1 (refer to "6.1.4 To access mode 1 or 2" on A Valve A
page 20). This setting will open field expansion valves to guarantee B Valve B
a R410A piping pathway and make it possible to perform the leak C Valve C
test and the vacuum drying. Valve State of valve
NOTICE Valve A Open
Make sure that all indoor units connected to the outdoor Valve B Open
unit are powered on. Valve C Open
NOTICE Liquid line stop valve Close
Wait until the outdoor unit has finished the initialisation to Gas line stop valve Close
apply setting [2­21].
NOTICE
Leak test and vacuum drying
The connections to the indoor units and all indoor units
Checking the refrigerant piping involves: should also be leak and vacuum tested. Keep any possible
▪ Checking for any leakages in the refrigerant piping. (field supplied) field piping valves open as well.

▪ Performing vacuum drying to remove all moisture, air or nitrogen Refer to the indoor unit installation manual for more details.
in the refrigerant piping. Leak test and vacuum drying should be done before the
power supply is set to the unit. If not, see also the flow
If there is a possibility of moisture being present in the refrigerant chart earlier described in this chapter (see "5.4.1 About
piping (for example, rainwater may have entered the piping), first checking the refrigerant piping" on page 11).
carry out the vacuum drying procedure below until all moisture has
been removed.
5.4.4 To perform a leak test
All piping inside the unit has been factory tested for leaks.
The leak test must satisfy the specifications of EN 378­2.
Only field installed refrigerant piping needs to be checked.
Therefore, make sure that all the outdoor unit stop valves are firmly
closed before performing leak test or vacuum drying.
To check for leaks: Vacuum leak test
1 Evacuate the system from the liquid and gas piping to
NOTICE –⁠100.7 kPa (–⁠1.007 bar/5 Torr) for more than 2 hours.
Make sure that all (field supplied) field piping valves are 2 Once reached, turn off the vacuum pump and check that the
OPEN (not outdoor unit stop valves!) before you start leak pressure does not rise for at least 1 minute.
test and vacuuming.
3 Should the pressure rise, the system may either contain
For more information on the state of the valves, refer to moisture (see vacuum drying below) or have leaks.
"5.4.3 Checking refrigerant piping: Setup" on page 11.

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To check for leaks: Pressure leak test


1 Break the vacuum by pressurising with nitrogen gas to a b
minimum gauge pressure of 0.2 MPa (2 bar). Never set the
gauge pressure higher than the maximum operation pressure of a
the unit, i.e. 4.0 MPa (40 bar).
2 Test for leaks by applying a bubble test solution to all piping
connections.
3 Discharge all nitrogen gas.

NOTICE
Make sure to use a recommended bubble test solution a Insulation material
from your wholesaler. Do not use soap water, which may b Caulking etc.
cause cracking of flare nuts (soap water may contain salt,
which absorbs moisture that will freeze when the piping
gets cold), and/or lead to corrosion of flared joints (soap
5.6 Charging refrigerant
water may contain ammonia which causes a corrosive
effect between the brass flare nut and the copper flare. 5.6.1 Precautions when charging refrigerant
WARNING
5.4.5 To perform vacuum drying
▪ Only use R410A as refrigerant. Other substances may
To remove all moisture from the system, proceed as follows: cause explosions and accidents.
1 Evacuate the system for at least 2 hours to a target vacuum of ▪ R410A contains fluorinated greenhouse gases. Its
–⁠100.7 kPa (–⁠1.007 bar/5 Torr). global warming potential value is 2087.5. Do NOT vent
2 Check that, with the vacuum pump turned off, the target these gases into the atmosphere.
vacuum is maintained for at least 1 hour. ▪ When charging refrigerant, always use protective
3 Should you fail to reach the target vacuum within 2 hours or gloves and safety glasses.
maintain the vacuum for 1 hour, the system may contain too
much moisture. In that case, break the vacuum by pressurising NOTICE
with nitrogen gas to a gauge pressure of 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) If the power of some units is turned off, the charging
and repeat steps 1 to 3 until all moisture has been removed. procedure cannot be finished properly.
4 Depending on whether you want to immediately charge
NOTICE
refrigerant through the refrigerant charge port or first pre­charge
a portion of refrigerant through the liquid line, either open the In case of a multiple outdoor system, turn on the power of
outdoor unit stop valves, or keep them closed. See "5.6.2 About all outdoor units.
charging refrigerant" on page 13 for more information.
NOTICE
Be sure to turn on the power 6 hours before operation in
5.5 To insulate the refrigerant piping order to have power running to the crankcase heater and
After finishing the leak test and vacuum drying, the piping must be to protect the compressor.
insulated. Take into account the following points:
NOTICE
▪ Make sure to insulate the connection piping and refrigerant branch
kits entirely. If operation is performed within 12 minutes after the indoor
and outdoor units are turned on, the compressor will not
▪ Be sure to insulate the liquid and gas piping (for all units). operate before the communication is established in a
▪ Use heat resistant polyethylene foam which can withstand a correct way between outdoor unit(s) and indoor units.
temperature of 70°C for liquid piping and polyethylene foam which
can withstand a temperature of 120°C for gas piping. NOTICE

▪ Reinforce the insulation on the refrigerant piping according to the Before starting charging procedures, check if the
installation environment. 7­segment display indication of the outdoor unit A1P PCB
is as normal (see "6.1.4 To access mode 1 or 2" on
Ambient Humidity Minimum thickness page 20). If a malfunction code is present, see
temperature "8.1 Solving problems based on error codes" on page 23.
≤30°C 75% to 80% RH 15 mm
NOTICE
>30°C ≥80% RH 20 mm
Make sure all connected indoor units are recognised (see
Condensation might form on the surface of the insulation. [1­10] in "6.1.7 Mode 1: Monitoring settings" on page 21).
▪ If there is a possibility that condensation on the stop valve might
NOTICE
drip down into the indoor unit through gaps in the insulation and
piping because the outdoor unit is located higher than the indoor Close the front panel before any refrigerant charge
unit, this must be prevented by sealing up the connections. See operation is executed. Without the front panel attached the
below figure. unit cannot judge correctly whether it is operating properly
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NOTICE Inch piping Metric piping
In case of maintenance and the system (outdoor unit+field size (Ø) (mm) Weight factor size (Ø) (mm) Weight factor
piping+indoor units) does not contain any refrigerant any 6.4 0.022 6 0.018
more (e.g., after refrigerant reclaim operation), the unit has
9.52 0.059 10 0.065
to be charged with its original amount of refrigerant (refer
to the nameplate on the unit) by pre­charging before the 12.7 0.12 12 0.097
automatic charging function can be started. 15.9 0.18 15 0.16
— — 16 0.18
5.6.2 About charging refrigerant 19.1 0.26 18 0.24
Once vacuum drying is finished, additional refrigerant charging can 22.2 0.37 22 0.35
start.
INFORMATION
To speed up the refrigerant charging process, it is in case of larger
systems recommended to first pre­charge a portion of refrigerant For final charge adjustment in the test laboratory, please
through the liquid line before proceeding with the manual charging. contact your local dealer.
This step is included in below procedure (see "5.6.5 To charge
refrigerant" on page 15). It can be skipped, but charging will take
longer then.
A flow chart is available which gives an overview of the possibilities
and actions to be taken (see "5.6.4 To charge refrigerant: Flow
chart" on page 14).

5.6.3 To determine the additional refrigerant


amount
NOTICE
The refrigerant charge of the system must be less than
100 kg. This means that in case the calculated total
refrigerant charge is equal to or more than 95 kg you must
divide your multiple outdoor system into smaller
independent systems, each containing less than 95 kg
refrigerant charge. For factory charge, refer to the unit
name plate.
Additional refrigerant to be charged=R (kg). R should be rounded off
in units of 0.1 kg.
R=[(X1×Ø22.2)×0.37+(X2×Ø19.1)×0.26+(X3×Ø15.9)×0.18+(X4×Ø12.7
)×0.12+(X5×Ø9.5)×0.059+(X6×Ø6.4)×0.022]+A
X1...6 =Total length (m) of liquid piping size at Øa

Piping length Total indoor unit A parameter (kg)


capacity CR(a) 8 HP 10+12 HP 14+16 HP
≤30 m 50%≤CR≤105% 0 1
105%<CR≤130% 0.5 1.5
>30 m 50%≤CR≤70% 0 1
70%<CR≤85% 0.3 0.5 1.5
85%<CR≤105% 0.7 1 2
105%<CR≤130% 1.2 1.5
(a) CR=Connection ratio.

INFORMATION
▪ When using multi combinations, add the sum of
individual HP modules.
▪ Piping length is considered the distance from the
outdoor unit to the farthest indoor unit.
When using metric piping, please take into account following table
concerning the weight factor to be allocated. It should be substituted
in the formula for R.

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5.6.4 To charge refrigerant: Flow chart


For more information, see "5.6.5 To charge refrigerant" on page 15.
Pre­charging refrigerant
Step 1
p< p>
Calculate additional refrigerant charge amount: R (kg)
A B

C
Step 2
• Open valves C and B to the liquid line N2 R410A

• Execute pre-charging amount: Q (kg)

R=Q R<Q R>Q


Step 3a Refrigerant overcharge happened, recover Step 3b
• Close valves C and B refrigerant to reach R=Q Close valves C and B
• Charging is finished
• Fill in the amount on the additional
refrigerant charge label
• Go to test run

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Charging refrigerant
<< Continuation of previous page

R>Q

Step 4 p< p>


• Connect valve A to the refrigerant charge port (d)
A
• Open all outdoor unit stop valves d

R410A

Step 5
Proceed with manual charge

Step 6
Activate field setting [2-20]=1
Unit will start manual refrigerant charging operation.

Step 7
• Open valve A
• Charge remaining amount of refrigerant P (kg)
R=Q+P

Step 8
• Close valve A
• Push BS3 to stop manual charging
• Charging is finished
• Fill in the amount on the additional refrigerant charge label
• Go to test run

5.6.5 To charge refrigerant p< p>

Follow the steps as described below. A B g


a f
Pre­charging refrigerant d C
1 Calculate the additional amount of refrigerant to be added using N2 R410A
the formula mentioned in "5.6.3 To determine the additional
refrigerant amount" on page 13. b c e
2 The first 10 kg of additional refrigerant can be pre­charged a Pressure reducing valve
b Nitrogen
without outdoor unit operation. c Weighing scales
d Refrigerant R410A tank (siphon system)
If Then e Vacuum pump
The additional refrigerant amount Perform steps 2+3. f Liquid line stop valve
g Gas line stop valve
is smaller than 10 kg A Valve A
The additional refrigerant charge Perform steps 2~8. B Valve B
C Valve C
is larger than 10 kg
4 Do one of the following:
3 Pre­charging can be done without compressor operation, by
connecting the refrigerant bottle to the service ports of the liquid If Then
and equalising stop valves (open valve B). Make sure that valve 4a The calculated additional Close valves C and B and
A and all outdoor unit stop valves are closed. refrigerant amount is reached disconnect the manifold
by above pre­charging connection to the liquid line.
NOTICE
procedure
During pre­charging, the refrigerant is charged through the
4b The total amount of Close valves C and B,
liquid line. Close valve A and disconnect the manifold from
refrigerant could not be disconnect the manifold
the gas line.
charged by pre­charging connection to the liquid line,
and perform steps 4~8.

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INFORMATION 5.6.6 Step 6: To manually charge refrigerant
If the total additional refrigerant amount was reached in
INFORMATION
step 3 (by pre­charging only), record the amount of
refrigerant that was added on the additional refrigerant The manual refrigerant charge operation will automatically
charge label provided with the unit and attach it on the stop within 30 minutes. If charging is not completed after
back side of the front panel. 30 minutes, perform the additional refrigerant charging
operation again.
Perform the test procedure as described in
"7 Commissioning" on page 22.
INFORMATION
Charging refrigerant ▪ When a malfunction is detected during the procedure
5 After pre­charging, connect valve A to the refrigerant charge (e.g., in case of closed stop valve), a malfunction code
port and charge the remaining additional refrigerant through this will be displayed. In that case, refer to "5.6.7 Error
port. Open all outdoor unit stop valves. At this point, valve A codes when charging refrigerant" on page 16 and
must remain closed! solve the malfunction accordingly. Resetting the
malfunction can be done by pushing BS3. The
p< p> procedure can be restarted from "5.6.6 Step 6: To
A manually charge refrigerant" on page 16.
d ▪ Aborting the manual refrigerant charge is possible by
b pushing BS3. The unit will stop and return to idle
condition.
R410A

a c 5.6.7 Error codes when charging refrigerant


a Weighing scales
b Refrigerant R410A tank (siphon system) If a malfunction occurs, close valve A immediately. Confirm the
c Vacuum pump malfunction code and take corresponding action, "8.1 Solving
d Refrigerant charge port
A Valve A
problems based on error codes" on page 23.

INFORMATION 5.6.8 Checks after charging refrigerant


For a multi outdoor unit system, it is not required to
▪ Are all stop valves open?
connect all charge ports to a refrigerant tank.
▪ Is the amount of refrigerant, that has been added, recorded on the
The refrigerant will be charged with ±22 kg in 1 hour time
refrigerant charge label?
at an outdoor temperature of 30°C DB or with ±6 kg at an
outdoor temperature of 0°C DB. NOTICE
If you need to speed up in case of a multiple outdoor Make sure to open all stop valves after (pre­) charging the
system, connect the refrigerant tanks to each outdoor unit. refrigerant.

NOTICE Operating with the stop valves closed will damage the
compressor.
▪ The refrigerant charging port is connected to the piping
inside the unit. The unit's internal piping is already
factory charged with refrigerant, so be careful when 5.7 Connecting the electrical wiring
connecting the charge hose.
▪ After adding the refrigerant, do not forget to close the 5.7.1 Field wiring: Overview
lid of the refrigerant charging port. The tightening Field wiring consists of power supply (always including earth) and
torque for the lid is 11.5 to 13.9 N•m. indoor­outdoor communication (= transmission) wiring.
▪ In order to ensure uniform refrigerant distribution, it Example:
may take the compressor ±10 minutes to start up after
the unit has started operation. This is not a malfunction. a
d d d
6 Proceed with the manual charge. c i
b
INFORMATION
After charging refrigerant:
▪ Record the additional refrigerant amount on the a h h
b g g
refrigerant label provided with the unit and attach it to
the backside of the front panel.
▪ Perform the test procedure described in c e e e
h h
"7 Commissioning" on page 22. h h h
h f f f
a Field power supply (with earth leakage protector)
b Main switch
c Earth connection
d Outdoor unit
e Indoor unit
f User interface
g Indoor power supply wiring (sheathed cable) (230 V)
h Transmission wiring (sheathed cable) (16 V)
i Outdoor power supply wiring (sheathed cable)
Power supply 3N~ 50/60 Hz
Power supply 1~ 50/60 Hz
Earth wiring

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5.7.2 Guidelines when knocking out knockout 8 HP 10~16 HP


a b a b
holes d
▪ To punch a knockout hole, hit on it with a hammer. c
▪ After knocking out the holes, we recommend removing any burrs
and paint the edges and areas around the holes using repair paint
to prevent rusting. d

▪ When passing electrical wiring through the knockout holes. c


prevent damage to the wires by wrapping the wiring with
protective tape, putting the wires through field supplied protective
wire conduits at that location, or install suitable field supplied wire
nipples or rubber bushings into the knockout holes. d
L1 L2 L3 N

a b c d
c

a Knockout hole
b Burr c
c Remove burrs d
d If there are any possibilities that small animals enter the
system through the knockout holes, plug the holes with Fix to the indicated plastic brackets using field supplied clamping
packing materials (to be prepared on­site) material.
a Wiring between the units (indoor­outdoor) (F1/F2 left)
b Internal transmission wiring (Q1/Q2)
5.7.3 To route and fix the transmission wiring c Plastic bracket
d Field supplied clamps
Transmission wiring can be routed through the front side only. Fix it
to the upper mounting hole.
5.7.4 To connect the transmission wiring
8 HP 10~16 HP
The wiring from the indoor units must be connected to the F1/F2
(In­Out) terminals on the PCB in the outdoor unit.
c
c Tightening torque of the transmission wiring terminals:

c Screw size Tightening torque (N•m)


c
M3.5 (A1P) 0.80~0.96

In case of single outdoor unit installation


c
A A1P
d A F1 F2 F1 F2 Q1 Q2
F1 F2 F1 F2 Q1 Q2
d
TO IN/D UNIT TO OUT/D UNIT TO MULTI UNIT

e
a d

F1 F2 F1 F2 F1 F2
b
c
F1 F2 F1 F2 F1 F2
b a b a
a Outdoor unit PCB (A1P)
b Use the conductor of sheathed wire (2 wire) (no polarity)
c Terminal board (field supply)
d Indoor unit
e Outdoor unit

A
a Transmission wiring (possibility 1)(a)
b Transmission wiring (possibility 2)(a). Fix to pipe insulation
with tie wraps.
c Tie wrap. Fix to factory­mounted low voltage wiring.
d Tie wrap.

(a) Knockout hole has to be removed. Close the hole to avoid


small animals or dirt from entering.

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In case of multi outdoor unit installation 8 HP 10~16 HP
a b c
A1P X1M
X1M

d
F1 F2 F1 F2 Q1 Q2 Q1 Q2 Q1 Q2 d

d
A
A

e f d d
a Unit A (master outdoor unit) d
b Unit B (slave outdoor unit)
c Unit C (slave outdoor unit)
d
d Master/slave transmission (Q1/Q2)
e Outdoor/indoor transmission (F1/F2)
f Outdoor unit/other system transmission (F1/F2)
▪ The interconnecting wiring between the outdoor units in the same
piping system must be connected to the Q1/Q2 (Out Multi)
terminals. Connecting the wires to the F1/F2 terminals results in c ba c ba
system malfunction.
▪ The wiring for the other systems must be connected to the F1/F2
(Out­Out) terminals of the PCB in the outdoor unit to which the
interconnecting wiring for the indoor units is connected.
▪ The base unit is the outdoor unit to which the interconnecting
wiring for the indoor units is connected. A
a Power supply (possibility 1)(a)
b Power supply (possibility 2)(a)
5.7.5 To finish the transmission wiring c Power supply (possibility 3)(a). Use conduit.
d Tie wrap
After installing the transmission wires inside the unit, wrap them
along with the on­site refrigerant pipes using finishing tape, as
(a) Knockout hole has to be removed. Close the hole to avoid
shown in figure below.
small animals or dirt from entering.
a c b e d
5.7.7 To connect the power supply
The power supply must be clamped to the plastic bracket using field
supplied clamp material.
The green and yellow striped wire must be used for earthing only
(refer to the figure below).
a Liquid pipe 8 HP
b Gas pipe e
c Insulator
d Transmission wiring (F1/F2)
e Finishing tape
f

g
5.7.6 To route and fix the power supply j
NOTICE k
a c b d h
When routing earth wires, secure clearance of 25 mm or i
more away from compressor lead wires. Failure to observe
this instruction properly may adversely affect correct 10~16 HP
operation of other units connected to the same earth. e
The power supply wiring can be routed from the front and left side. f
Fix it to the lower mounting hole.
g
j
k
a c b d h
i

a Power supply (380~415 V ­ 3N~ 50Hz OR 400 V ­


3N~60 Hz)
b Fuse
c Earth leakage protector
d Earth wire
e Power supply terminal block
f Connect each power wire: RED to L1, WHT to L2, BLK to
L3 and BLU to N
g Earth wire (GRN/YLW)

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h Clamp the power supply to the plastic bracket using a field PC configurator
supplied clamp to prevent external force being applied to
the terminal. For VRV IV heat pump system it is alternatively possible to make
i Clamp (field supplied) several commissioning field settings through a personal computer
j Cup washer interface (for this, option EKPCCAB is required). The installer can
k When connecting the earth wire, it is recommended to prepare the configuration (off­site) on PC and afterwards upload the
perform curling.
configuration to the system.
Multiple outdoor units See also: "6.1.9 To connect the PC configurator to the outdoor
To connect the power supply for multiple outdoor units to each other, unit" on page 22.
ring tongues have to be used. No bare cable can be used.
Mode 1 and 2
The ring washer which is standard provided should be removed in
that case. Mode Description

Attaching both cables to the power supply terminal should be done Mode 1 Mode 1 can be used to monitor the current
as indicated. situation of the outdoor unit. Some field setting
(monitoring
contents can be monitored as well.
settings)
Mode 2 Mode 2 is used to change the field settings of
the system. Consulting the current field setting
L1 L2 L2 N (field settings)
value and changing the current field setting
value is possible.
In general, normal operation can be resumed
without special intervention after changing field
settings.
6 Configuration
Some field settings are used for special
operation (e.g., 1 time operation, recovery/
INFORMATION
vacuuming setting, manual adding refrigerant
It is important that all information in this chapter is read setting, etc.). In such a case, it is required to
sequentially by the installer and that the system is abort the special operation before normal
configured as applicable. operation can restart. It will be indicated in
below explanations.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
See also:
▪ "6.1.4 To access mode 1 or 2" on page 20
6.1 Making field settings ▪ "6.1.5 To use mode 1" on page 20
▪ "6.1.6 To use mode 2" on page 20
6.1.1 About making field settings
▪ "6.1.7 Mode 1: Monitoring settings" on page 21
To continue the configuration of the VRV IV heat pump system, it is
required to give some input to the PCB of the unit. This chapter will ▪ "6.1.8 Mode 2: Field settings" on page 21
describe how manual input is possible by operating the push
buttons/DIP switches on the PCB and reading the feedback from the 6.1.2 Field setting components
7­segment displays.
Location of the 7­segment displays, buttons and DIP switches:
Making settings is done via the master outdoor unit.
a b
Next to making field settings it is also possible to confirm the current
operation parameters of the unit.
Push buttons and DIP switches DS1 DS2
BS1 BS2 BS3

Item Description X27A

Push buttons By operating the push buttons it is possible to:


BS1 MODE: For changing the set mode
▪ Perform special actions (testrun, etc). BS2 SET: For field setting
BS3 RETURN: For field setting
▪ Perform field settings (demand operation, DS1, DS2 DIP switches
low noise, etc). a 7­segment displays
b Push buttons
DIP switches By operating the DIP switches it is possible to:
▪ DS1 (1): COOL/HEAT selector (refer to the 6.1.3 To access the field setting components
manual of the cool/heat selector switch).
OFF=not installed=factory setting It is not required to open the complete electronic component box to
access the push buttons on the PCB and read out the 7­segment
▪ DS1 (2~4): NOT USED. DO NOT CHANGE display(s).
THE FACTORY SETTING.
To access you can remove the front inspection cover of the front
▪ DS2 (1~4): NOT USED. DO NOT CHANGE plate (see figure). Now you can open the inspection cover of the
THE FACTORY SETTING. electrical component box front plate (see figure). You can see the
three push buttons and the 3 7­segment displays and DIP switches.
See also:
▪ "6.1.2 Field setting components" on page 19
▪ "6.1.3 To access the field setting components" on page 19

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Access
BS1 is used to change the mode you want to access.

Access Action
a Mode 1 Push BS1 one time.
7­segment display indication changes to:
b

2× Mode 2 Push BS1 for at least 5 seconds.


c 7­segment display indication changes to:

a Front plate
b Main PCB with 3 7­segment displays and 3 push buttons INFORMATION
c Electrical component box service cover
If you get confused in the middle of the process, push BS1.
Operate the switches and push buttons with an insulated stick (such Then it returns to idle situation (no indication on 7­segment
as a closed ball­point pen) to avoid touching of live parts. displays: blank, refer to "6.1.4 To access mode 1 or 2" on
page 20.

6.1.5 To use mode 1


Make sure to re­attach the inspection cover into the electronic Mode 1 is used to set basic settings and to monitor the status of the
component box cover and to close the front plate's inspection cover unit.
after the job is finished. During operation of the unit the front plate of
the unit should be attached. Settings are still possible to be made What How
through the inspection opening. Changing and accessing Once mode 1 is selected (push BS1 1
the setting in mode 1 time), you can select the wanted setting.
NOTICE
It is done by pushing BS2.
Make sure that all outside panels, except for the service
Accessing the selected setting's value is
cover on the electrical component box, are closed while
done by pushing BS3 1 time.
working.
To quit and return to the Press BS1.
Close the lid of the electrical component box firmly before initial status
turning on the power.

6.1.6 To use mode 2


6.1.4 To access mode 1 or 2
The master unit should be used to input field settings in
Initialisation: default situation mode 2.
NOTICE Mode 2 is used to set field settings of the outdoor unit and system.
Be sure to turn on the power 6 hours before operation in What How
order to have power running to the crankcase heater and
to protect the compressor. Changing and accessing Once mode 2 is selected (push BS1 for
the setting in mode 2 more than 5 seconds), you can select
Turn on the power supply of the outdoor unit and all indoor units. the wanted setting. It is done by pushing
When the communication between indoor units and outdoor unit(s) is BS2.
established and normal, the 7­segment display indication state will
Accessing the selected setting's value is
be as below (default situation when shipped from factory).
done by pushing BS3 1 time.
Stage Display To quit and return to the Press BS1.
When turning on the power supply: flashing as initial status
indicated. First checks on power supply are Changing the value of the ▪ Once mode 2 is selected (push BS1
executed (1~2 min). selected setting in mode 2 for more than 5 seconds) you can
When no trouble occurs: lighted as indicated select the wanted setting. It is done
(8~10 min). by pushing BS2.
Ready for operation: blank display indication as ▪ Accessing the selected setting's value
indicated. is done by pushing BS3 1 time.

7­segment display indications: ▪ Now BS2 is used to select the


Off required value of the selected setting.
Blinking
▪ When the required value is selected,
On
you can define the change of value
When above situation cannot be confirmed after 12 min, the by pushing BS3 1 time.
malfunction code can be checked on the indoor unit user interface
and the outdoor unit 7­segment display. Solve the malfunction code ▪ Press BS3 again to start operation
accordingly. The communication wiring should be checked at first. according to the chosen value.

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6.1.7 Mode 1: Monitoring settings [2­0] Description


1 Master unit decides Cool/Heat operation when
[1­0]
outdoor units are connected in multiple system
Shows whether the unit you check is a master, slave 1 or slave 2 combination(a).
unit. 2 Slave unit for Cool/Heat operation when
The master unit should be used to input field settings in outdoor units are connected in multiple system
mode 2. combination(a).
(a) It is necessary to use the optional external control adaptor
[1­0] Description
for outdoor unit (DTA104A61/62). See the instruction
No indication Undefined situation. delivered with the adaptor for further details.
0 Outdoor unit is master unit. [2­8]
1 Outdoor unit is slave 1 unit. Te target temperature during cooling operation.
2 Outdoor unit is slave 2 unit.
[2­8] Te target (°C)
[1­1] 0 (default) Auto
Shows the status of low noise operation. 2 6
[1­1] Description 3 7
0 Unit is currently not operating under low noise 4 8
restrictions. 5 9
1 Unit is currently operating under low noise 6 10
restrictions.
7 11
[1­2]
[2­9]
Shows the status of power consumption limitation operation.
Tc target temperature during heating operation.
[1­2] Description
[2­9] Tc target (°C)
0 Unit is currently not operating under power
0 (default) Auto
consumption limitations.
1 41
1 Unit is currently operating under power
consumption limitation. 3 43
6 46
[1­5] [1­6]
Shows: [2­20]

▪ [1­5]: The current Te target parameter position. Manual additional refrigerant charge.

▪ [1­6]: The current Tc target parameter position. [2­20] Description

[1­10] 0 (default) Deactivated.


1 Activated.
Shows the total number of connected indoor units.
To stop the manual additional refrigerant
[1­13]
charge operation (when the required additional
Shows the total number of connected outdoor units (in case of refrigerant amount is charged), push BS3. If
multiple outdoor system). this function was not aborted by pushing BS3,
the unit will stop its operation after 30 minutes.
[1­17] [1­18] [1­19]
If 30 minutes was not sufficient to add the
Shows: needed refrigerant amount, the function can be
▪ [1­17]: The latest malfunction code. reactivated by changing the field setting again.

▪ [1­18]: The 2nd last malfunction code. [2­35]


▪ [1­19]: The 3rd last malfunction code. Height difference setting.

[1­40] [1­41] [2­35] Description


Shows: 0 In case the outdoor unit is installed in the
lowest position (indoor units are installed on a
▪ [1­40]: The current cooling comfort setting.
higher position than outdoor units) and the
▪ [1­41]: The current heating comfort setting. height difference between the highest indoor
unit and the outdoor unit exceeds 40 m, the
6.1.8 Mode 2: Field settings setting [2­35] should be changed to 0.
1 (default) —
[2­0]
Cool/Heat selection setting.

[2­0] Description
0 (default) Each individual outdoor unit can select Cool/
Heat operation (by Cool/Heat selector if
installed), or by defining master indoor user
interface (see setting [2­83] and the operation
manual).

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[2­49]
7.2 Checklist before commissioning
Height difference setting.
After the installation of the unit, first check the following items. Once
[2­49] Description all below checks are fulfilled, the unit must be closed, only then can
0 (default) — the unit be powered up.
1 In case the outdoor unit is installed in the You read the complete installation and operation
highest position (indoor units are installed on a instructions, as described in the installer and user
lower position than outdoor units) and the reference guide.
height difference between the lowest indoor Installation
unit and the outdoor unit exceeds 50 m, the Check that the unit is properly installed, to avoid abnormal
setting [2­49] has to be changed to 1. noises and vibrations when starting up the unit.
Field wiring
6.1.9 To connect the PC configurator to the
Be sure that the field wiring has been carried out
outdoor unit
according to the instructions described in the chapter
"5.7 Connecting the electrical wiring" on page 16,
according to the wiring diagrams and according to the
applicable legislation.
2
H JST

3 Power supply voltage


4 a c b
5 Check the power supply voltage on the local supply panel.
The voltage must correspond to the voltage on the
identification label of the unit.
X27A Earth wiring
Be sure that the earth wires have been connected
A1P properly and that the earth terminals are tightened.
X2

Insulation test of the main power circuit


7A

Using a megatester for 500 V, check that the insulation


a PC resistance of 2 MΩ or more is attained by applying a
b Cable (EKPCCAB) voltage of 500 V DC between power terminals and earth.
c Outdoor unit main PCB
Never use the megatester for the transmission wiring.
Fuses, circuit breakers, or protection devices
Check that the fuses, circuit breakers, or the locally
7 Commissioning installed protection devices are of the size and type
specified in the chapter "4.2.1 Safety device
After installation and once the field settings are defined, the installer requirements" on page 7. Be sure that neither a fuse nor a
is obliged to verify correct operation. Therefore a test run must be protection device has been bypassed.
performed according to the procedures described below.
Internal wiring
Visually check the electrical component box and the
7.1 Precautions when commissioning inside of the unit on loose connections or damaged
electrical components.
CAUTION
Pipe size and pipe insulation
Do not perform the test operation while working on the
indoor units. Be sure that correct pipe sizes are installed and that the
insulation work is properly executed.
When performing the test operation, not only the outdoor
unit, but the connected indoor unit will operate as well. Stop valves
Working on an indoor unit while performing a test operation Be sure that the stop valves are open on both liquid and
is dangerous. gas side.
Damaged equipment
NOTICE
Check the inside of the unit on damaged components or
Be sure to turn on the power 6 hours before operation in
squeezed pipes.
order to have power running to the crankcase heater and
to protect the compressor. Refrigerant leak

During test operation, the outdoor unit and the indoor units will start Check the inside of the unit on refrigerant leakage. If there
up. Make sure that the preparations of all indoor units are finished is a refrigerant leak, try to repair the leak. If the repair is
(field piping, electrical wiring, air purge, ...). See installation manual unsuccessful, call your local dealer. Do not touch any
of the indoor units for details. refrigerant which has leaked out from refrigerant piping
connections. This may result in frostbite.
Oil leak
Check the compressor for oil leakage. If there is an oil
leak, try to repair the leak. If the repairing is unsuccessful,
call your local dealer.
Air inlet/outlet
Check that the air inlet and outlet of the unit is not
obstructed by paper sheets, cardboard, or any other
material.

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Additional refrigerant charge Step Description
The amount of refrigerant to be added to the unit shall be Cooling stable condition
written on the included "Added refrigerant" plate and Communication check
attached to the rear side of the front cover.
Stop valve check
Installation date and field setting
Pipe length check
Be sure to keep record of the installation date on the Refrigerant amount check
sticker on the rear of the upper front panel according to
EN60335­2­40 and keep record of the contents of the field Pump down operation
setting(s). Unit stop

Note: During the test operation, it is not possible to stop the unit
7.3 About test run operation from a user interface. To abort the operation, press BS3.
The unit will stop after ±30 seconds.
The procedure below describes the test operation of the complete
5 Check the test operation results on the outdoor unit 7­segment
system. This operation checks and judges following items:
display.
▪ Check of wrong wiring (communication check with indoor units).
Completion Description
▪ Check of the stop valves opening.
Normal completion No indication on the 7­segment display (idle).
▪ Judgement of piping length.
Abnormal Indication of malfunction code on the
▪ Make sure to carry out the system test operation after the first completion 7­segment display.
installation. Otherwise, the malfunction code will be displayed
on the user interface and normal operation or individual indoor unit Refer to "7.5 Correcting after abnormal
test run cannot be carried out. completion of the test run" on page 23 to take
actions for correcting the abnormality. When
▪ Abnormalities on indoor units cannot be checked for each unit the test operation is fully completed, normal
separately. After the test operation is finished, check the indoor operation will be possible after 5 minutes.
units one by one by performing a normal operation using the user
interface. Refer to the indoor unit installation manual for more
details concerning the individual test run. 7.5 Correcting after abnormal
INFORMATION completion of the test run
▪ It may take 10 minutes to achieve a uniform refrigerant The test operation is only completed if there is no malfunction code
state before the compressor starts. displayed on the user interface or outdoor unit 7­segment display. In
case of a displayed malfunction code, perform correcting actions as
▪ During the test operation, the refrigerant running sound
explained in the malfunction code table. Carry out the test operation
or the magnetic sound of a solenoid valve may become
again and confirm that the abnormality is properly corrected.
loud and the display indication may change. These are
not malfunctions. INFORMATION
Refer to the installation manual of the indoor unit for other
7.4 To perform a test run detailed malfunction codes related to indoor units.

1 Close all front panels in order to not let it be the cause of


misjudgement (except the electrical component box inspection
opening service cover). 8 Troubleshooting
2 Make sure all field settings you want are set; see "6.1 Making
field settings" on page 19.
3 Turn ON the power to the outdoor unit and the connected 8.1 Solving problems based on error
indoor units. codes
NOTICE In case of a displayed malfunction code, perform correcting actions
as explained in the malfunction code table.
Be sure to turn on the power 6 hours before operation in
order to have power running to the crankcase heater and After correcting the abnormality, press BS3 to reset the malfunction
to protect the compressor. code and retry operation.

4 Make sure the default (idle) situation is existing; see "6.1.4 To The malfunction code which is displayed on the outdoor unit will
access mode 1 or 2" on page 20. Push BS2 for 5 seconds or indicate a main malfunction code and a sub code. The sub code
more. The unit will start test operation. indicates more detailed information about the malfunction code. The
malfunction code will be displayed intermittent.
Result: The test operation is automatically carried out, the
outdoor unit display will indicate " " and the indication "Test Example:
operation" and "Under centralised control" will display on the
user interface of indoor units. Code Example
Steps during the automatic system test run procedure: Main code

Step Description Sub code


Control before start up (pressure equalisation)
Cooling start up control With an interval of 1 second, the display will switch between main
code and sub code.

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8.2 Error codes: Overview


Main code Sub code Cause Solution
Master Slave 1 Slave 2
Earth leakage detector activated Restart the unit. If problem reoccurs,
contact your dealer.
High pressure switch was activated Check stop valve situation or
(S1PH, S2PH) ­ A1P (X3A; X4A) abnormalities in (field) piping or airflow
over air cooled coil.
▪ Refrigerant overcharge ▪ Check refrigerant amount+recharge
unit.
▪ Stop valve closed
▪ Open stop valves
Stop valve closed (liquid) Open liquid stop valve.
▪ Refrigerant overcharge ▪ Check refrigerant amount+recharge
unit.
▪ Stop valve closed
▪ Open stop valves.
Low pressure malfunction: ▪ Open stop valves.
▪ Stop valve closed ▪ Check refrigerant amount+recharge
unit.
▪ Refrigerant shortage
▪ Check the user interface's display or
▪ Indoor unit malfunction
transmission wiring between the
outdoor unit and the indoor unit.
Electronic expansion valve malfunction Check connection on PCB or actuator.
(subcool) (Y2E) ­ A1P (X21A)
Electronic expansion valve malfunction Check connection on PCB or actuator.
(main) (Y1E) ­ A1P (X23A)
Discharge temperature too high ▪ Open stop valves.
(R21T/R22T):
▪ Check refrigerant amount+recharge
▪ Stop valve closed unit.
▪ Refrigerant shortage
Compressor casing temperature too ▪ Open stop valves.
high (R8T):
▪ Check refrigerant amount+recharge
▪ Stop valve closed unit.
▪ Refrigerant shortage
▪ Refrigerant overcharge ▪ Check refrigerant amount+recharge
unit.
▪ Stop valve closed
▪ Open stop valves.
Ambient temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R1T) ­ A1P (X18A)
Discharge temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R21T): open circuit ­ A1P
(X29A)
Discharge temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R21T): short circuit ­ A1P
(X29A)
Discharge temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R22T): open circuit ­ A1P
(X29A)
Discharge temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R22T): short circuit ­ A1P
(X29A)
Compressor casing temperature Check connection on PCB or actuator.
sensor malfunction (R8T): open circuit
­ A1P (X29A)
Compressor casing temperature Check connection on PCB or actuator.
sensor malfunction (R8T): short circuit
­ A1P (X29A)
Suction temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R3T) ­ A1P (X30A)
De­icing temperature sensor Check connection on PCB or actuator
malfunction (R7T) ­ A1P (X30A)

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Main code Sub code Cause Solution
Master Slave 1 Slave 2
Liquid temperature sensor (after Check connection on PCB or actuator.
subcool HE) malfunction (R5T) ­ A1P
(X30A)
Liquid temperature sensor (coil) Check connection on PCB or actuator.
malfunction (R4T) ­ A1P (X30A)
Gas temperature sensor (after subcool Check connection on PCB or actuator.
HE) malfunction (R6T) ­ A1P (X30A)
High pressure sensor malfunction Check connection on PCB or actuator.
(S1NPH): open circuit ­ A1P (X32A)
High pressure sensor malfunction Check connection on PCB or actuator.
(S1NPH): short circuit ­ A1P (X32A)
Low pressure sensor malfunction Check connection on PCB or actuator.
(S1NPL): open circuit ­ A1P (X31A)
Low pressure sensor malfunction Check connection on PCB or actuator.
(S1NPL): short circuit ­ A1P (X31A)
Transmission outdoor unit ­ inverter: Check connection.
INV1 transmission trouble ­ A1P
(X20A, X28A, X40A)
Transmission outdoor unit ­ inverter: Check connection.
FAN1 transmission trouble ­ A1P
(X20A, X28A, X40A)
Transmission outdoor unit ­ inverter: Check connection.
FAN2 transmission trouble ­ A1P
(X20A, X28A, X40A)
Transmission outdoor unit ­ inverter: Check connection.
INV2 transmission trouble ­ A1P
(X20A, X28A, X40A)
INV1 unbalanced power supply Check if power supply is within range.
voltage
INV2 unbalanced power supply Check if power supply is within range.
voltage
Reversed power supply phase Correct phase order.
malfunction
Reversed power supply phase Correct phase order.
malfunction
INV1 voltage power shortage Check if power supply is within range.
INV1 power phase loss Check if power supply is within range.
INV2 voltage power shortage Check if power supply is within range
INV2 power phase loss Check if power supply is within range.
Malfunction code: System test run not Execute system test run.
yet executed (system operation not
possible)
Faulty wiring to Q1/Q2 or indoor ­ Check (Q1/Q2) wiring.
outdoor
Faulty wiring to Q1/Q2 or indoor ­ Check (Q1/Q2) wiring.
outdoor
System test run abnormal ending Execute test run again.
Warning: faulty wiring to Q1/Q2 Check Q1/Q2 wiring.
Malfunction code: faulty wiring to Q1/ Check Q1/Q2 wiring.
Q2
▪ Too many indoor units are Check indoor unit amount and total
connected to F1/F2 line capacity connected.
▪ Bad wiring between outdoor and
indoor units
System mismatch. Wrong type of Check if other indoor units have
indoor units combined (R410A, malfunction and confirm indoor unit
R407C, RA, Hydrobox, etc) mix is allowed.
Indoor unit malfunction

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Main code Sub code Cause Solution
Master Slave 1 Slave 2
Connection malfunction over indoor Check if other indoor units have
units or type mismatch (R410A, malfunction and confirm indoor unit
R407C, RA, Hydrobox, etc) mix is allowed.
Connection malfunction over indoor Check if other indoor units have
units or type mismatch (R410A, malfunction and confirm indoor unit
R407C, RA, Hydrobox, etc) mix is allowed.
Wrong unit combination (multi system) Check if unit types are compatible.
Wrong unit combination (multi system) Check if unit types are compatible.
Auto address malfunction Check if transmission wired unit
(inconsistency) amount matches with powered unit
amount (by monitor mode) or wait till
initialisation is finished.
Auto address malfunction Check if transmission wired unit
(inconsistency) amount matches with powered unit
amount (by monitor mode) or wait till
initialisation is finished.
Stop valve closed or wrong (during Open stop valves.
system test run)

9 Technical data

9.1 Piping diagram: Outdoor unit


Piping diagram: RXYTQ8 Piping diagram: RXYTQ10+12

p c R1T
c
R1T
c
p
M d M d M d
h R4T M1F
h R4T M1F M2F
f
R5T R6T R7T R5T R6T
f
R7T
b
g b
g
l
l
(S1NPL) (S1NPH)
(S1NPL) (S1NPH)
R3T
R3T

HPS i
(S1PH) HPS i
(S1PH)
R21T
e R21T
j e
sv

j
sv

a
k INV a
sv k INV R8T
M1C
n
sv
M1C
n
o
o
m
m
a Compressor (M1C)
a Compressor (M1C)
b Heat exchanger
b Heat exchanger
c Fan
c Fan
d Fan motor (M1F)
d Fan motor (M1F, M2F)
e Accumulator
e Accumulator
f Expansion valve, main (Y1E)
f Expansion valve, main (Y1E)
g Expansion valve, subcool heat exchanger (Y2E)
g Expansion valve, subcool heat exchanger (Y2E)
h Subcool heat exchanger
h Subcool heat exchanger
i Oil separator
i Oil separator
j Solenoid valve, oil1 (Y3S)
j Solenoid valve, oil1 (Y3S)
k Solenoid valve, oil accumulator (Y2S)
k Solenoid valve, oil accumulator (Y2S)
l 4­way valve, main (Y1S)
l 4­way valve, main (Y1S)
m Service port, refrigerant charge
m Service port, refrigerant charge
n Stop valve (liquid)
n Stop valve (liquid)
o Stop valve (gas)
o Stop valve (gas)
p Service port
p Service port

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Piping diagram: RXYTQ14+16
R1T
q d d
M e M e
i R4T M1F M2F

R6T g
R5T R7T
h c
m

(S1NPL) (S1NPH)

R3T

HPS j j HPS
(S1PH) (S2PH)

R21T R22T
k k
sv

sv

f a b
INV INV
M1C M2C
l
sv

o
p
n
a Compressor (M1C)
b Compressor (M2C)
c Heat exchanger
d Fan
e Fan motor (M1F, M2F)
f Accumulator
g Expansion valve, main (Y1E)
h Expansion valve, subcool heat exchanger (Y2E)
i Subcool heat exchanger
j Oil separator
k Solenoid valve, oil1 (Y3S)
l Solenoid valve, oil accumulator (Y2S)
m 4­way valve, main (Y1S)
n Service port, refrigerant charge
o Stop valve (liquid)
p Stop valve (gas)
q Service port

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For the user

▪ The fan may keep on running for about 1 minute after the heating
10 About the system operation stops.

The indoor unit part of VRV IV heat pump system can be used for ▪ The air flow rate may adjust itself depending on the room
heating/cooling applications. The type of indoor unit which can be temperature or the fan may stop immediately. This is not a
used depends on the outdoor units series. malfunction.

NOTICE 12.1.3 About the heating operation


Do not use the air conditioner for other purposes. In order
It may take longer to reach the set temperature for general heating
to avoid any quality deterioration, do not use the unit for
operation than for cooling operation.
cooling precision instruments, food, plants, animals or
works of art. The following operation is performed in order to prevent the heating
capacity from dropping or cold air from blowing.
NOTICE
Defrost operation
For future modifications or expansions of your system:
In heating operation, freezing of the outdoor unit's air cooled coil
A full overview of allowable combinations (for future increases over time, restricting the energy transfer to the outdoor
system extensions) is available in technical engineering unit's coil. Heating capability decreases and the system needs to go
data and should be consulted. Contact your installer to into defrost operation to be able to deliver enough heat to the indoor
receive more information and professional advice. units:

If Then
RXYTQ outdoor unit is The indoor unit will stop fan operation, the
11 User interface installed refrigerant cycle will reverse and energy
from inside the building will be used to
CAUTION defrost the outdoor unit coil.

Never touch the internal parts of the controller. The indoor unit will indicate defrost operation on the displays
Do not remove the front panel. Some parts inside are .
dangerous to touch and appliance problems may happen. Hot start
For checking and adjusting the internal parts, contact your
dealer. In order to prevent cold air from blowing out of an indoor unit at the
start of heating operation, the indoor fan is automatically stopped.
This operation manual will give a non­exhaustive overview of the The display of the user interface shows . It may take some
main functions of the system. time before the fan starts. This is not a malfunction.
Detailed information on required actions to achieve certain functions
can be found in the dedicated installation and operation manual of 12.1.4 To operate the system (WITHOUT cool/
the indoor unit. heat changeover remote control switch)
Refer to the operation manual of the installed user interface.
1 Press the operation mode selector button on the user interface
several times and select the operation mode of your choice.

Cooling operation
12 Operation Heating operation
Fan only operation
12.1 Operating the system
2 Press the ON/OFF button on the user interface.
Result: The operation lamp lights up and the system starts
12.1.1 About operating the system operating.
▪ Operation procedure varies according to the combination of
outdoor unit and user interface. 12.1.5 To operate the system (WITH cool/heat
▪ To protect the unit, turn on the main power switch 6 hours before changeover remote control switch)
operation.
Overview of the changeover remote control switch
▪ If the main power supply is turned off during operation, operation
will restart automatically after the power turns back on again. a FAN ONLY/AIR CONDITIONING
SELECTOR SWITCH
a
12.1.2 About cooling, heating, fan only, and Set the switch to for fan only
automatic operation operation or to for heating or
cooling operation.
▪ Changeover cannot be made with a user interface whose display
b COOL/HEAT CHANGEOVER SWITCH
shows "change­over under centralised control" (refer to
installation and operation manual of the user interface). Set the switch to for cooling or to
b for heating
▪ When the display "change­over under centralised control"
flashes, refer to "12.4.1 About setting the master user
interface" on page 30.

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To start NOTICE
1 Select operation mode with the cool/heat changeover switch as Do not turn off power immediately after the unit stops, but
follows: wait for at least 5 minutes.
Cooling operation Heating operation Fan only operation
12.2.3 To use the dry program (WITH cool/heat
changeover remote control switch)
To start
1 Select cooling operation mode with the cool/heat changeover
1 1 1 remote control switch.

1 1
1

2 Press the operation mode selector button on the user interface


2 Press the ON/OFF button on the user interface.
several times and select (program dry operation).
Result: The operation lamp lights up and the system starts
operating. 3 Press the ON/OFF button of the user interface.
Result: The operation lamp lights up and the system starts
To stop operating.
3 Press the ON/OFF button on the user interface once again. 4 Press the air flow direction adjust button (only for double­flow,
Result: The operation lamp goes out and the system stops multi­flow, corner, ceiling­suspended and wall­mounted). Refer
operating. to "12.3 Adjusting the air flow direction" on page 29 for details.
NOTICE To stop
Do not turn off power immediately after the unit stops, but 5 Press the ON/OFF button on the user interface once again.
wait for at least 5 minutes. Result: The operation lamp goes out and the system stops
operating.
To adjust
For programming temperature, fan speed and air flow direction refer NOTICE
to the operation manual of the user interface. Do not turn off power immediately after the unit stops, but
wait for at least 5 minutes.
12.2 Using the dry program
12.3 Adjusting the air flow direction
12.2.1 About the dry program
Refer to the operation manual of the user interface.
▪ The function of this program is to decrease the humidity in your
room with minimal temperature decrease (minimal room cooling). 12.3.1 About the air flow flap
▪ The micro computer automatically determines temperature and
fan speed (cannot be set by the user interface). Double flow+multi­flow units

▪ The system does not go into operation if the room temperature is


low (<20°C). Corner units

12.2.2 To use the dry program (WITHOUT cool/ Ceiling suspended units
heat changeover remote control switch)
Wall­mounted units
To start
1 Press the operation mode selector button on the user interface
several times and select (program dry operation).
For the following conditions, a micro computer controls the air flow
2 Press the ON/OFF button of the user interface. direction which may be different from the display.
Result: The operation lamp lights up and the system starts
Cooling Heating
operating.
▪ When the room temperature is ▪ When starting operation.
3 Press the air flow direction adjust button (only for double­flow,
lower than the set
multi­flow, corner, ceiling­suspended and wall­mounted). Refer ▪ When the room temperature is
temperature.
to "12.3 Adjusting the air flow direction" on page 29 for details. higher than the set
temperature.
To stop
▪ At defrost operation.
4 Press the ON/OFF button on the user interface once again.
Result: The operation lamp goes out and the system stops
operating.

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Cooling Heating CAUTION
▪ When operating continuously at horizontal air flow direction. Do not insert fingers, rods or other objects into the air inlet
▪ When continuous operation with downward air flow is performed or outlet. Do not remove the fan guard. When the fan is
at the time of cooling with a ceiling­suspended or a wall­mounted rotating at high speed, it will cause injury.
unit, the micro computer may control the flow direction, and then
CAUTION
the user interface indication will also change.
After a long use, check the unit stand and fitting for
The air flow direction can be adjusted in one of the following ways: damage. If damaged, the unit may fall and result in injury.
▪ The air flow flap itself adjusts its position.
NOTICE
▪ The air flow direction can be fixed by the user.
Do not wipe the controller operation panel with benzine,
▪ Automatic and desired position . thinner, chemical dust cloth, etc. The panel may get
discoloured or the coating peeled off. If it is heavily dirty,
WARNING soak a cloth in water­diluted neutral detergent, squeeze it
Never touch the air outlet or the horizontal blades while the well and wipe the panel clean. Wipe it with another dry
swing flap is in operation. Fingers may become caught or cloth.
the unit may break down.

NOTICE 13.1 After­sales service and warranty


▪ The movable limit of the flap is changeable. Contact
your dealer for details. (only for double­flow, multi­flow, 13.1.1 Warranty period
corner, ceiling­suspended and wall­mounted). ▪ This product includes a warranty card that was filled in by the
▪ Avoid operating in the horizontal direction . It may dealer at the time of installation. The completed card has to be
cause dew or dust to settle on the ceiling or flap. checked by the customer and stored carefully.
▪ If repairs to the air conditioner are necessary within the warranty
period, contact your dealer and keep the warranty card at hand.
12.4 Setting the master user interface
13.1.2 Recommended maintenance and
12.4.1 About setting the master user interface inspection
a
Since dust collects when using the unit for several years,
performance of the unit will deteriorate to some extent. As taking
apart and cleaning interiors of units requires technical expertise and
in order to ensure the best possible maintenance of your units, we
b b recommend to enter into a maintenance and inspection contract on
top of normal maintenance activities. Our network of dealers has
access to a permanent stock of essential components in order to
keep your air conditioner in operation as long as possible. Contact
c d your dealer for more information.
a VRV heat pump outdoor unit When asking your dealer for an intervention, always state:
b VRV direct expansion (DX) indoor unit
c User interface (dedicated depending on indoor unit type) ▪ The complete model name of the air conditioner.
d User interface (wireless, dedicated depending on indoor
▪ The manufacturing number (stated on the nameplate of the unit).
unit type)
▪ The installation date.
When the system is installed as shown in the figure above, it is
necessary to designate one of the user interfaces as the master user ▪ The symptoms or malfunction, and details of the defect.
interface.
WARNING
The displays of slave user interfaces show (change­over
under centralised control) and slave user interfaces automatically ▪ Do not modify, disassemble, remove, reinstall or repair
follow the operation mode directed by the master user interface. the unit yourself as incorrect dismantling or installation
may cause an electric shock or fire. Contact your
Only the master user interface can select heating or cooling mode. dealer.
▪ In case of accidental refrigerant leaks, make sure there
are no naked flames. The refrigerant itself is entirely
13 Maintenance and service safe, non­toxic and non­combustible, but it will
generate toxic gas when it accidentally leaks into a
room where combustible air from fan heaters, gas
NOTICE
cookers, etc. is present. Always have qualified service
Never inspect or service the unit by yourself. Ask a personnel confirm that the point of leakage has been
qualified service person to perform this work. repaired or corrected before resuming operation.

WARNING
Never replace a fuse with a fuse of a wrong ampere ratings
or other wires when a fuse blows out. Use of wire or
copper wire may cause the unit to break down or cause a
fire.

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Malfunction Measure
14 Troubleshooting The system operates ▪ Check if air inlet or outlet of outdoor or
If one of the following malfunctions occur, take the measures shown but cooling or heating indoor unit is not blocked by obstacles.
below and contact your dealer. is insufficient.
▪ Remove any obstacle and make it well­
ventilated.
WARNING
▪ Check if the air filter is not clogged (refer
Stop operation and shut off the power if anything to "Maintenance" in the indoor unit
unusual occurs (burning smells etc.). manual).
Leaving the unit running under such circumstances may ▪ Check the temperature setting.
cause breakage, electric shock or fire. Contact your dealer.
▪ Check the fan speed setting on your user
The system must be repaired by a qualified service person: interface.
Malfunction Measure ▪ Check for open doors or windows. Shut
If a safety device such as a fuse, a Turn off the main power doors and windows to prevent wind from
breaker or an earth leakage breaker switch. coming in.
frequently actuates or the ON/OFF ▪ Check if there are too many occupants in
switch does not properly work. the room during cooling operation. Check
If water leaks from the unit. Stop the operation. if the heat source of the room is
excessive.
The operation switch does not work Turn off the power.
well. ▪ Check if direct sunlight enters the room.
Use curtains or blinds.
If the user interface display indicates the Notify your installer and
unit number, the operation lamp flashes report the malfunction ▪ Check if the air flow angle is proper.
and the malfunction code appears. code.
If after checking all above items, it is impossible to fix the problem
If the system does not properly operate except for the above yourself, contact your installer and state the symptoms, the complete
mentioned cases and none of the above mentioned malfunctions is model name of the air conditioner (with manufacturing number if
evident, investigate the system according to the following possible) and the installation date (possibly listed on the warranty
procedures. card).

Malfunction Measure
If the system does not ▪ Check if there is no power failure. Wait 14.1 Error codes: Overview
operate at all. until power is restored. If power failure In case a malfunction code appears on the indoor unit user interface
occurs during operation, the system display, contact your installer and inform the malfunction code, the
automatically restarts immediately after unit type, and serial number (you can find this information on the
the power supply is recovered. nameplate of the unit).
▪ Check if no fuse has blown or breaker For your reference, a list with malfunction codes is provided. You
has worked. Change the fuse or reset the can, depending on the level of the malfunction code, reset the code
breaker if necessary. by pushing the ON/OFF button. If not, ask your installer for advice.
If the system goes into ▪ Check if air inlet or outlet of outdoor or
fan only operation, but indoor unit is not blocked by obstacles. Main code Contents
as soon as it goes into Remove any obstacle and make it well­ External protection device was activated
heating or cooling ventilated. EEPROM failure (indoor)
operation, the system
▪ Check if the user interface display shows Drain system malfunction (indoor)
stops.
(time to clean the air filter). (Refer to Fan motor malfunction (indoor)
"13 Maintenance and service" on
Swing flap motor malfunction (indoor)
page 30 and "Maintenance" in the indoor
unit manual.) Expansion valve malfunction (indoor)
Drain malfunction (indoor unit)
Filter dust chamber malfunction (indoor)
Capacity setting malfunction (indoor)
Transmission malfunction between main PCB and sub
PCB (indoor)
Heat exchanger thermistor malfunction (indoor; liquid)
Heat exchanger thermistor malfunction (indoor; gas)
Suction air thermistor malfunction (indoor)
Discharge air thermistor malfunction (indoor)
Movement detector or floor temperature sensor
malfunction (indoor)
User interface thermistor malfunction (indoor)
PCB malfunction (outdoor)
Current leakage detector was activated (outdoor)
High pressure switch was activated
Low pressure malfunction (outdoor)

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Main code Contents 14.2 Symptoms that are not air
Compressor lock detection (outdoor) conditioner troubles
Fan motor malfunction (outdoor)
Following symptoms are not air conditioner troubles:
Electronic expansion valve malfunction (outdoor)
Discharge temperature malfunction (outdoor)
14.2.1 Symptom: The system does not operate
Abnormal suction temperature (outdoor)
▪ The air conditioner does not start immediately after the ON/OFF
Refrigerant overcharge detection
button on the user interface is pressed. If the operation lamp
High pressure switch malfunction lights, the system is in normal condition. To prevent overloading of
Low pressure switch malfunction the compressor motor, the air conditioner starts 5 minutes after it
is turned ON again in case it was turned OFF just before. The
Fan motor trouble (outdoor)
same starting delay occurs after the operation mode selector
Ambient temperature sensor malfunction (outdoor) button was used.
Pressure sensor malfunction
▪ If "Under Centralized Control" is displayed on the user interface,
Current sensor malfunction pressing the operation button causes the display to blink for a few
Discharge temperature sensor malfunction (outdoor) seconds. The blinking display indicates that the user interface
cannot be used.
Heat exchanger gas temperature sensor malfunction
(outdoor) ▪ The system does not start immediately after the power supply is
Suction temperature sensor malfunction (outdoor) turned on. Wait one minute until the micro computer is prepared
for operation.
De­icing temperature sensor malfunction (outdoor)
Liquid temperature sensor (after subcool HE) 14.2.2 Symptom: Cool/Heat cannot be changed
malfunction (outdoor)
over
Liquid temperature sensor (coil) malfunction (outdoor)
▪ When the display shows (change­over under centralized
Gas temperature sensor (after subcool HE)
control), it shows that this is a slave user interface.
malfunction (outdoor)
High pressure sensor malfunction (S1NPH) ▪ When the cool/heat changeover remote control switch is installed
and the display shows (change­over under centralized
Low pressure sensor malfunction (S1NPL)
control), this is because cool/heat changeover is controlled by the
INV PCB abnormal cool/ heat changeover remote control switch. Ask your dealer
Fin temperature abnormal where the remote control switch is installed.
Inverter PCB faulty
Compressor over current detected
14.2.3 Symptom: Fan operation is possible, but
cooling and heating do not work
Compressor lock (startup)
Transmission outdoor unit ­ inverter: INV transmission Immediately after the power is turned on. The micro computer is
trouble getting ready to operate and is performing a communication check
with all indoor units. Please wait 12 minutes (max.) till this process is
INV unbalanced power supply voltage
finished.
Fin thermistor malfunction
Capacity setting malfunction (outdoor) 14.2.4 Symptom: The fan strength does not
Abnormal low pressure drop, faulty expansion valve correspond to the setting
Reversed power supply phase malfunction The fan speed does not change even if the fan speed adjustment
INV voltage power shortage button in pressed. During heating operation, when the room
System test run not yet executed temperature reaches the set temperature, the outdoor unit goes off
and the indoor unit changes to whisper fan speed. This is to prevent
Faulty wiring indoor/outdoor cold air blowing directly on occupants of the room. The fan speed
Abnormal user interface ­ indoor communication will not change even when another indoor unit is in heating
Faulty wiring to outdoor/outdoor operation, if the button is pressed.
Abnormal main­sub user interface communication
14.2.5 Symptom: The fan direction does not
System mismatch. Wrong type of indoor units
combined. Indoor unit malfunction.
correspond to the setting
Connection malfunction over indoor units or type The fan direction does not correspond with the user interface
mismatch display. The fan direction does not swing. This is because the unit is
Centralised address duplication being controlled by the micro computer.

Malfunction in communication centralised control


device ­ indoor unit
Auto address malfunction (inconsistency)
Auto address malfunction (inconsistency)

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14.2.6 Symptom: White mist comes out of a unit 14.2.13 Symptom: The units can give off odours
(Indoor unit) The unit can absorb the smell of rooms, furniture, cigarettes, etc.,
▪ When humidity is high during cooling operation. If the interior of an and then emit it again.
indoor unit is extremely contaminated, the temperature distribution
inside a room becomes uneven. It is necessary to clean the 14.2.14 Symptom: The outdoor unit fan does not
interior of the indoor unit. Ask your dealer for details on cleaning spin
the unit. This operation requires a qualified service person.
During operation. The speed of the fan is controlled in order to
▪ Immediately after the cooling operation stops and if the room
optimise product operation.
temperature and humidity are low. This is because warm
refrigerant gas flows back into the indoor unit and generates
steam. 14.2.15 Symptom: The display shows "88"
This is the case immediately after the main power supply switch is
14.2.7 Symptom: White mist comes out of a unit turned on and means that the user interface is in normal condition.
(Indoor unit, outdoor unit) This continues for one minute.

When the system is changed over to heating operation after defrost


operation. Moisture generated by defrost becomes steam and is 14.2.16 Symptom: The compressor in the outdoor
exhausted. unit does not stop after a short heating
operation
14.2.8 Symptom: The user interface display This is to prevent refrigerant from remaining in the compressor. The
reads "U4" or "U5" and stops, but then unit will stop after 5 to 10 minutes.
restarts after a few minutes
This is because the user interface is intercepting noise from electric 14.2.17 Symptom: The inside of an outdoor unit is
appliances other than the air conditioner. The noise prevents warm even when the unit has stopped
communication between the units, causing them to stop. Operation
This is because the crankcase heater is warming the compressor so
automatically restarts when the noise ceases.
that the compressor can start smoothly.

14.2.9 Symptom: Noise of air conditioners 14.2.18 Symptom: Hot air can be felt when the
(Indoor unit) indoor unit is stopped
▪ A "zeen" sound is heard immediately after the power supply is
Several different indoor units are being run on the same system.
turned on. The electronic expansion valve inside an indoor unit
When another unit is running, some refrigerant will still flow through
starts working and makes the noise. Its volume will reduce in
the unit.
about one minute.
▪ A continuous low "shah" sound is heard when the system is in
cooling operation or at a stop. When the drain pump (optional
accessories) is in operation, this noise is heard. 15 Relocation
▪ A "pishi­pishi" squeaking sound is heard when the system stops
Contact your dealer for removing and reinstalling the total unit.
after heating operation. Expansion and contraction of plastic parts
Moving units requires technical expertise.
caused by temperature change make this noise.
▪ A low "sah", "choro­choro" sound is heard while the indoor unit is
stopped. When another indoor unit is in operation, this noise is
heard. In order to prevent oil and refrigerant from remaining in the 16 Disposal
system, a small amount of refrigerant is kept flowing.
This unit uses hydrofluorocarbon. Contact your dealer when
14.2.10 Symptom: Noise of air conditioners discarding this unit. It is required by law to collect, transport and
discard the refrigerant in accordance with the "hydrofluorocarbon
(Indoor unit, outdoor unit)
collection and destruction" regulations.
▪ A continuous low hissing sound is heard when the system is in
cooling or defrost operation. This is the sound of refrigerant gas
flowing through both indoor and outdoor units.
▪ A hissing sound which is heard at the start or immediately after
stopping operation or defrost operation. This is the noise of
refrigerant caused by flow stop or flow change.

14.2.11 Symptom: Noise of air conditioners


(Outdoor unit)
When the tone of operating noise changes. This noise is caused by
the change of frequency.

14.2.12 Symptom: Dust comes out of the unit


When the unit is used for the first time in a long time. This is
because dust has gotten into the unit.

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