This appliance is intended to be used by expert or trained
users in shops, in light industry and on farms, or for
commercial use by lay persons.
Documentation set
This document is part of a documentation set. The complete set
consists of:
▪ General safety precautions:
▪ Safety instructions that you must read before installing
▪ Format: Paper (in the box of the outdoor unit)
▪ Outdoor unit installation and operation manual:
▪ Installation and operation instructions
▪ Format: Paper (in the box of the outdoor unit)
▪ Installer and user reference guide:
▪ Preparation of the installation, reference data,…
▪ Detailed step-by-step instructions and background information
for basic and advanced usage
▪ Format: Digital files on http://www.daikineurope.com/support-
and-manuals/product-information/
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.
Technical engineering data
▪ A subset of the latest technical data is available on the regional
Daikin website (publicly accessible).
▪ The full set of latest technical data is available on the Daikin
extranet (authentication required).
For the installer
2About the box
2.1To remove the accessories from
the outdoor unit
Make sure that all accessories are available in the unit.
a General safety precautions
b Installation manual and operation manual
c Additional refrigerant charge label
d Installation information sticker
e Fluorinated greenhouse gases label
f Multilingual fluorinated greenhouse gases label
g Piping accessory bag
2.2Accessory pipes: Diameters
Accessory pipes (mm)HPØaØb
Gas pipe
▪ Front connection
▪ Bottom connection
Liquid pipe
▪ Front connection
▪ Bottom connection
819.1
1025.422.2
1225.428.6
14
89.5
10
1212.7
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2.3To remove the transportation stay
NOTICE
If the unit is operated with the transportation stay attached,
abnormal vibration or noise may be generated.
The compressor transportation stay must be removed. It is installed
under the compressor leg in order to protect the unit during
transport. Proceed as shown in the figure and procedure below.
1 Remove the 2 transportation stay mounting bolts.
2 Remove the transportation stay as shown in the figure below.
a VRV IV Heat pump outdoor unit
b Refrigerant piping
c VRV direct expansion (DX) indoor unit
d VRV LT Hydrobox (HXY080/125)
e BP box (required to connect Residential Air (RA) or Sky Air
(SA) direct expansion (DX) indoor units)
f Residential Air (RA) direct expansion (DX) indoor units)
g User interface (dedicated depending on indoor unit type)
h User interface (wireless, dedicated depending on indoor
unit type)
i Cool/heat changeover remote control switch
4Preparation
4.1Preparing the installation site
3About the units and options
3.1About the outdoor unit
This installation manual concerns the VRV IV, full inverter driven,
heat pump system.
Model line up:
ModelDescription
RXYLQ10~14Single non-continuous heating model.
RXYLQ16~42Multi non-continuous heating model
(consisting of 2 or 3 modules).
Depending on the type of outdoor unit which is chosen, some
functionality will or will not exist. It will be indicated throughout this
installation manual and brought to your attention. Certain features
have exclusive model rights.
These units are intended for outdoor installation and aimed for heat
pump applications including air to air and air to water applications.
These units have (in single use) heating capacities ranging from
31.5 to 45kW and cooling capacities rating from 28 to 40 kW. In
multi combination the heating capacity ranges from 50 to 135kW
and cooling capacity ranges from 45 to 120kW.
The outdoor unit is designed to work in heating mode at ambient
temperatures from –25°CWB to 15.5°CWB and in cooling mode at
ambient temperatures from –5°CDB to 43°CDB.
4.1.1Installation site requirements of the
outdoor unit
Mind the spacing guidelines. See the "Technical data" chapter.
CAUTION
Appliance not accessible to the general public, install it in a
secured area, protected from easy access.
This unit, both indoor and outdoor, is suitable for
installation in a commercial and light industrial
environment.
NOTICE
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
3.2System layout
NOTICE
Design of the system must not be done at temperatures
below –15°C.
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AO
(°C WB)
ab
20
15.5
15
10
5
0
–5
–10
–15
–20
–25
10152025
27
30
T
AI
(°C DB)
A
BBB
C
DF
G
E
x
y
b
a
3
1245
4.1.2Additional installation site requirements
of the outdoor unit in cold climates
NOTICE
When operating the unit in a low outdoor ambient
temperature with high humidity conditions, make sure to
take precautions to keep the drain holes of the unit free by
using proper equipment.
In heating:
4.2.2To select the piping size
Determine the proper size using the following tables and reference
figure (only for indication).
1,2 VRVDX indoor unit
3 BP box
4,5 RADX indoor unit
a,b Indoor branch kit
x,y Outdoor multi connection kit
A, B, C: Piping between outdoor unit and (first)
refrigerant branch kit
Choose from the following table in accordance with the outdoor unit
total capacity type, connected downstream.
4.2Preparing refrigerant piping
4.2.1Refrigerant piping requirements
▪ Foreign materials inside pipes (including oils for fabrication) must
be ≤30mg/10m.
▪ Temper grade: use piping with temper grade in function of the
pipe diameter as listed in table below.
▪ All piping lengths and distances have been taken into
consideration (see About the piping length in the installer
reference guide).
▪ Only use phosphoric acid deoxidised seamless copper.
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a Warming up operation range
b Operation range
TAI Ambient indoor temperature
TAO Ambient outdoor temperature
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 pressure-containing parts shall be
suitable for refrigerant. Use phosphoric acid deoxidised
seamless copper for refrigerant.
Pipe ØTemper grade of piping material
≤15.9mmO (annealed)
≥19.1mm1/2H (half hard)
Outdoor unit
capacity type (HP)
Piping outer diameter size (mm)
Gas pipeLiquid pipe
819.19.5
1022.29.5
12~1628.612.7
18~2228.615.9
2434.915.9
26~3434.919.1
36~4241.319.1
D: Piping between refrigerant branch kits
Choose from the following table in accordance with the indoor unit
total capacity type, connected downstream. Do not let the
connection piping exceed the refrigerant piping size chosen by the
general system model name.
▪ Downstream capacity for E=capacity index of unit 1
▪ Downstream capacity for D=capacity index of unit 1+capacity
index of unit 2
E: Piping between refrigerant branch kit and
indoor unit
Pipe size for direct connection to indoor unit must be the same as
the connection size of the indoor unit (in case indoor unit is VRVDX
indoor or Hydrobox).
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a
e
b
c
d
Indoor unit capacity
index
Piping outer diameter size (mm)
Gas pipeLiquid pipe
15~5012.76.4
63~14015.99.5
20019.1
25022.2
▪ When the equivalent pipe length between outdoor and indoor
units is 90m or more, the size of the main pipes (both gas side
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
the main pipes has to be increased. More specifications can be
found in the technical engineering data book.
a Outdoor unit
b Main pipes
c Increase if the equivalent piping length is ≥90m
d First refrigerant branch kit
e Indoor unit
Size up
HP classPiping outer diameter size (mm)
Gas pipeLiquid pipe
819.1 → 22.29.5 → 12.7
1022.2 → 25.4
12+1428.6
1628.6 → 31.8
(a)
(b)
(a)
12.7 → 15.9
18~2215.9 → 19.1
2434.9
26~3434.9 → 38.1
36~4241.3
(a) If the size-up size is NOT available, you must use the
standard size. Sizes bigger than the size-up size are NOT
allowed. But even if you use the standard size, the
equivalent piping length is allowed to be more than 90m.
(b) Pipe size-up is NOT allowed.
(b)
(a)
(b)
19.1 → 22.2
▪ The pipe thickness of the refrigerant piping shall comply with the
applicable legislation. The minimal pipe thickness for R410A
piping must be in accordance with the table below.
Pipe Ø (mm)Minimal thickness t (mm)
6.4/9.5/12.70.80
15.90.99
19.1/22.20.80
28.60.99
34.91.21
41.31.43
▪ In case the required pipe sizes (inch sizes) are not available, it is
also allowed to use other diameters (mm sizes), taken the
following into account:
▪ Select the pipe size nearest to the required size.
▪ Use the suitable adapters for the change-over from inch tomm
pipes (field supply).
▪ The additional refrigerant calculation has to be adjusted as
mentioned in "5.6.3 To determine the additional refrigerant
amount"on page15.
F: Piping between refrigerant branch kit and BP
unit
Pipe size for direct connection on BP unit must be based on the total
capacity of the connected indoor units (only in case RADX indoor
units are connected).
Total capacity index
of connected indoor
units
Piping outer diameter size (mm)
Gas pipeLiquid pipe
20~6212.76.4
63~14915.99.5
150~20819.1
Example:
Downstream capacity for F=[capacity index of unit 4]+[capacity index
of unit 5]
G: Piping between BP unit and RA DX indoor unit
Only in case RADX indoor units are connected.
Indoor unit capacity
index
Piping outer diameter size (mm)
Gas pipeLiquid pipe
20, 25, 309.56.4
5012.7
609.5
7115.9
4.2.3To select refrigerant branch kits
Refrigerant refnets
For piping example, refer to "4.2.2 To select the piping size" on
page7.
▪ When using refnet joints at the first branch counted from the
outdoor unit side, choose from the following table in accordance
with the capacity of the outdoor unit (example: refnet joint a).
Outdoor unit capacity type
(HP)
8~10KHRQ22M29T9
12~22KHRQ22M64T
24~42KHRQ22M75T
▪ 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 index2 pipes
<200KHRQ22M20T
200≤x<290KHRQ22M29T9
290≤x<640KHRQ22M64T
≥640KHRQ22M75T
▪ Concerning refnet headers, choose from the following table in
accordance with the total capacity of all the indoor units connected
below the refnet header.
Indoor unit capacity index2 pipes
<200KHRQ22M29H
200≤x<290
290≤x<640KHRQ22M64H
≥640KHRQ22M75H
(a) If the pipe size above the refnet header is Ø34.9 or more,
KHRQ22M75H is required.
2 pipes
(a)
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b
b
a
b
a
a
b
a
b
b
a
a
bbb
a
bbb
a
b
a
b
a
b
a
a
a
≥200 mm
a
b
≤2 m
a
≤2 m≤2 m
≥200 mm
≥200 mm
b
>2 m>2 m
ABC
a bc
INFORMATION
Maximum 8 branches can be connected to a header.
▪ How to choose an outdoor multi connection piping kit. Choose
from the following table in accordance with the number of outdoor
units.
Number of outdoor unitsBranch kit name
2BHFQ22P1007
3BHFQ22P1517
INFORMATION
Reducers or T-joints are field supplied.
NOTICE
Refrigerant branch kits can only be used with R410A.
4.2.4Multiple outdoor units: Possible layouts
▪ The piping between the outdoor units must be routed level or
slightly upward to avoid the risk of oil retention into the piping.
Pattern 1
Pattern 2
b Oil collects to the outmost outdoor unit when the system
stops
X Not allowed
O Allowed
▪ If the piping length between the outdoor units exceeds 2m, create
a rise of 200mm or more in the gas line within a length of 2m
from the kit.
IfThen
≤2m
>2m
a To indoor unit
b Piping between outdoor units
NOTICE
There are restrictions on the refrigerant pipe connection
order between outdoor units during installation in case of a
multiple outdoor unit system. Install according to following
restrictions. The capacities of outdoor units A, B and C
must fulfill the following restriction conditions: A≥B≥C.
▪ To avoid the risk of oil retention to the outmost outdoor unit,
always connect the stop valve and the piping between outdoor
units as shown in the 4 correct possibilities of the figure below.
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b Piping between outdoor units
X Not allowed (oil remains in piping)
O Allowed
a To indoor unit
a To indoor units
b Outdoor unit multi connecting piping kit (first branch)
c Outdoor unit multi connecting piping kit (second branch)
4.3Preparing electrical wiring
4.3.1Safety device requirements
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.
For standard combinations
Selection and sizing of the wiring should be done in accordance with
the applicable legislation based on the information mentioned in the
table below.
For all models:
▪ Phase and frequency: 3N~50Hz
▪ Voltage: 380~415V
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fuses
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14×
6×
SW8
a
b
c
d
e
≥100 mm
≥100 mm
*
▪ Transmission line section: 0.75~1.25 mm2, maximum length is
1000 m. If the total transmission wiring exceeds these limits, it
may result in communication error.
For non-standard combinations
Calculate the recommended fuse capacity.
FormulaCalculate, 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.
ExampleCombining the RXYLQ18 by using the RXMLQ8 and
the RXYLQ10.
▪ Minimum circuit ampacity of the RXMLQ8=16.1A
▪ Minimum circuit ampacity of the RXYLQ10=22.0A
Accordingly, the minimum circuit ampacity of the
RXYLQ18=16.1A+22.0A=38.1A
Multiply the above result by 1.1 ⇒ (38.1A×1.1)=
41,91A, so the recommended fuse capacity would be
45A.
NOTICE
When using residual current operated circuit breakers, be
sure to use a high-speed type 300 mA rated residual
operating current.
5.1.2To open the electrical component box of
the outdoor unit
NOTICE
Do NOT apply excessive force when opening the
electronic component box cover. Excessive force can
deform the cover, resulting in entering of water to cause
equipment failure.
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.
5Installation
5.1Opening the units
5.1.1To open the outdoor unit
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
DANGER: RISK OF BURNING
To gain access to the unit, front plates need to be opened as follows:
Once the front plates open, the electrical component box can be
accessed. See "5.1.2 To open the electrical component box of the
outdoor unit"on page10.
For service purposes, the pushbuttons on the main PCB need to be
accessed. To access these pushbuttons, the electrical component
box cover does not need to be opened. See "6.1.3To access the
field setting components"on page21.
a Electrical component box cover
b Front side
c Power supply terminal block
d Sealing material
e Moisture and dirt could enter
X Not allowed
O Allowed
5.2Mounting the outdoor unit
5.2.1To provide the installation structure
Make sure the unit is installed level on a sufficiently strong base to
prevent vibration and noise.
NOTICE
▪ When the installation height of the unit needs to be
increased, do NOT use stands to only support the
corners.
▪ Stands under the unit must be at least 100mm wide.
X Not allowed
O Allowed (* = preferred installation)
▪ The height of the foundation must at least be 150 mm from the
floor. In heavy snowfall areas, this height should be increased,
depending on the installation place and condition.
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≤613
≥929
≥AB
AA
a
(mm)
Minimum foundation
20 mm
a
ab
c
c
b
a
a
a
AB
7.5°
7.5°
a Anchor point (4×)
HPAAAB
8~1410761302
▪ Fasten the unit in place using four foundation bolts M12. It is best
to screw in the foundation bolts until their length remains 20mm
above the foundation surface.
NOTICE
▪ Prepare a water drainage channel around the
foundation to drain waste water from around the unit.
During heating operation and when the outdoor
temperatures are negative, the drained water from the
outdoor unit will freeze up. If the water drainage is not
taken care of, the area around the unit might be very
slippery.
▪ When installed in a corrosive environment, use a nut
with plastic washer (a) to protect the nut tightening part
from rust.
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a Large knockout hole
b Drill
c Points for drilling
NOTICE
Precautions when making knockout holes:
▪ 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.
5.3.2To connect the refrigerant piping to the
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
for the bottom and side connection, be sure to protect
the piping with suitable insulation, to prevent it from
coming into contact with the casing.
Connect the stop valves to the field piping using the accessory pipes
supplied with the unit.
The connections to the branch kits are the responsibility of the
installer (field piping).
5.3Connecting the refrigerant piping
5.3.1To route the refrigerant piping
Installation of refrigerant piping is possible as front connection or
side connection (when taken out from the bottom) as shown in the
figure below.
For side connections, the knockout hole on the bottom plate should
be removed:
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a Left-side connection
b Front connection
c Right-side connection
5.3.3To connect the multi connection piping kit
NOTICE
Improper installation may lead to malfunction of the
outdoor unit.
▪ Install the joints horizontally, so that the caution label (a) attached
to the joint comes to the top.
▪ Do not tilt the joint more than 7.5° (see view A).
▪ Do not install the joint vertically (see view B).
a Caution label
X Not allowed
O Allowed
▪ Make sure that the total length of the piping connected to the joint
is absolute straight for more than 500mm. Only if a straight field
piping of more than 120 mm is connected, more than 500 mm of
straight section can be ensured.
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>120 mm
>500 mm
5.3.4Multiple outdoor units: Knockout holes
ConnectionDescription
Front connectionRemove the front plate knockout holes to
connect.
To fully open the Ø19.1 mm~Ø25.4 mm stop valve, turn the
hexagonal wrench until a torque between 27 and 33 N•m is
achieved.
Inadequate torque may cause leakage of refrigerant and breakage of
the stop valve cap.
NOTICE
Pay attention that mentioned torque range is applicable for
opening Ø19.1~Ø25.4mm stop valves only.
To close the stop valve
1 Remove the stop valve cover.
2 Insert a hexagon wrench into the stop valve and turn the stop
valve clockwise.
Bottom connectionRemove the knockout holes on the bottom
frame and route the piping under the bottom.
5.3.5To protect against contamination
Seal the piping and wiring intake holes using sealing material (field
supply), otherwise the capacity of the unit will drop and small
animals may enter the machine.
5.3.6Using the stop valve and service port
To handle the stop valve
▪ Make sure to keep all stop valves open during operation.
▪ The stop valves are factory closed.
To open the stop valve
1 Remove the stop valve cover.
2 Insert a hexagon wrench into the stop valve and turn the stop
valve counterclockwise.
3 When the stop valve cannot be turned any further, stop turning.
4 Install the stop valve cover.
Result: The valve is now closed.
To handle the stop valve cover
▪ The stop valve cover is sealed where indicated by the arrow. Do
NOT damage it.
▪ After handling the stop valve, tighten the stop valve cover
securely, and check for refrigerant leaks. For the tightening
torque, refer to the table below.
To handle the service port
▪ Always use a charge hose equipped with a valve depressor pin,
since the service port is a Schrader type valve.
▪ After handling the service port, make sure to tighten the service
port cover securely. For the tightening torque, refer to the table
below.
▪ Check for refrigerant leaks after tightening the service port cover.
3 When the stop valve cannot be turned any further, stop turning.
4 Install the stop valve cover.