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COOLING
WATTS
HEAT PUMP
(BTUH)*
COP
HEAT PUMP
WATTS *
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HEATER WATTAGE AND POWER CONNECTION KITS
Power connection kits are required on all Zoneline chassis. (See chart.)
The correct kit for the installation is determined by the voltage and amperage
of the electrical circuit and the means of connecting the unit to the building
wiring. If the unit is to be plugged into a receptacle, a line cord kit would be
used; if the unit is to be permanently connected, a direct connector or
a permanent connection kit would be used.
Note: 265-volt cord set units must be installed in compliance with National
Electrical Code (440. 6 0).
230/
BTUh size7,000/9,00012,000/15,000
Power
connection kit
Tot al wa tt s2, 410/1 ,990 3,42 0/2,8 30 4,830/3,990* 2,430/2,020 3 ,450/2,8 60 4,860/4,020*
Heater watts 2,40 0/1,960 3, 400/2,780 4,800/3,930* 2,40 0/1,960 3, 400/2,780 4, 800/3,930*
Heater BTUh 8,100/6,6 00 11,600/9,400 16,300/13,400* 8,10 0/6,6 00 11,600/9,400 16,300/13,400*
Tot al Am ps10.5/9.614.9/1 3.621.0/ 19.210.6/9.715.1 /13.821.2/19.3
MCA152025152025
Recommended
protective
device (MOCP)
BTUh size7,000/9,00012,000/15,000
Power
connection kit
Tot al wa t ts2,4403,4504,850*2,4603, 4704,870*
Heater watts2,4003,4004,800*2,4003,4004,800*
Heater BTUh8,10011,60016,300*8,10011,60016 ,300*
Total amps9.112.91 8.19.313 .118.4
MCA152025152025
Recommended
protective
device (MOCP)
Each li ne cord ki t has an integral Le akage Curren t Detec tion and Interr uption (LCDI) dev ice
as required by Nat ional E lectr ical Co de (NEC ) and Un derw riters L abora tories ( UL) for un its
manuf actured afte r Augus t 1, 20 04.
208-Volt
RAK315P &
RAK315D
time-delay fuse
or breaker
265-Volt Perm anent (P, Cord Set) and D irec t-C onne cted U nits (D)
RAK5 15P &
RAK515D
time-delay fuse
or breaker
Line-Cord- Connected (P) and
Direct-Connected Units (D)
RAK3 20P &
RAK320D
15 amp
15 amp
20 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK5 20P &
RAK520D
20 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK330P &
RAK330D
30 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK530P &
RAK530D
25 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK315P &
RAK315D
15 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK5 15P &
RAK515D
15 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK3 20P &
RAK320D
20 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK5 20P &
RAK520D
20 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK330P &
RAK330D
30 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
RAK530P &
RAK530D
25 amp
time-delay fuse
or breaker
*Wattage reduced with low-speed fan.
230/208 -Volt , Sub -Base- Con nect ed Uni ts (Loads may vary by mo del)
265-vo lt unit s are to be pe rmanently con necte d in comp lianc e with Nati onal El ectri cal Code
and loc al code s and have a f actor y-ins talle d junc tion box on t he chas sis.
Each 26 5-volt s ub-b ase kit co nsist s of sub- base wi th appro priate re cepta cle for mi nimum
circuit a mper age, power conn ectio n kit, ch aseway to rou te power co nnec tor from s ub-b ase
to chass is and wir ing to con nect s ub-b ase to building wi ring.
Units connec ted thro ugh sub -bas e do not re quire an LCDI or AF CI devic e since th ey are not
considered to be line-cord-connected.
Each 23 0/208 vo lt sub- base ki t consis ts of sub -bas e with app ropria te recept acle fo r
minim um circu it ampe rage, c haseway to route powe r conne ctor fro m sub- base to ch assis ,
wiring to c onnec t sub- base to b uildin g wiring and a sho rt lin e cord with 4 -pin co nnec tor to
conne ct to chassis and plug into r ecepta cle in su b-ba se. Sho rt sub -bas e line cord may not be
used without sub-base.
Junc tion box for 230/2 08- volt cha ssis i s ordered sep arately.
Required on all models. See specification sheet for heater K W and branch circuit ampacity.
Receptacles/Sub-bases
Tan d em
230/20 8V 15 Am p
NEMA6 -15R
Perpendicular
230/20 8V 20 Amp
NEM A6-2 0R
Large tandem
230/20 8V 30 Am p
NEMA6-30R
265V 15 amp
NEMA7-15R;
recept acle us ed on
265V sub-base
265V 20 amp
NEM A7-20 R;
recept acle us ed on
265V sub-base
265V 30 amp
NEMA7-30R;
recept acle us ed on
265V sub-base
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS ORDERING OVERVIEW
230/208-volt line-cord connected units — order line cord kit.
230/208-volt sub-base connected units — order sub-base (includes power connection kit) and junction
box for chassis.
265-volt units — order sub-base and power connection kit separately.
ZONELINE CHASSIS
NOMENCLATURE
The Zoneline chassis is identified by
a model number defining the type
of unit, cooling capacity, electrical
information and optional features
included on the unit. When specifying
or ordering the Zoneline chassis, the
use of this nomenclature will assure
receiving the correct unit.
Specifications subject to change.
AZ65H12DAD
Zoneline
Chassis series
45=cool/electric heat
65= heat pump
Equipment used as a primary source for heating or cooling is an integral part of the building in which
it is installed. Proper application is essential for satisfactory performance over a wide range of operating
conditions. It is strongly recommended that a professional engineer determine proper application. If the
unit is a replacement unit, its specifications and performance may differ from those of the unit it is replacing.
For that reason, we again strongly recommend that a professional engineer determine proper application.
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INTRODUCTION
This manual is designed for use in design and selection
of zoned comfort control systems utilizing GE Appliances
Zoneline Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and
Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP). It provides product,
performance and application information to our customers
as well as architects and engineers.
GE Appliances Zoneline PTACs and PTHPs are selfcontained units designed for through-the-wall installations
in hotels, motels, apartments, hospitals, nursing homes,
add-on rooms and many other installations.
Zoneline units provide individual room or zone control in
both cooling and heating operation. There is a model for
practically every application, ranging from 7,000 to 14,900
BTUH in cooling capacity and from 6,200 to 13,500 BTUH
heating capacity in heat pump operation. See pages 43, 44
and 45 for resistance heaters available.
The Zoneline lineup consists of the AZ45 series with
electric resistance heat and the AZ65 series heat pump.
The AZ65 series heat pump features reverse-cycle defrost
and simultaneous supplemental resistance heat, when
needed, to maintain room comfort.
STANDARD FEATURES:
• Two independent DC fan motors with indoor cross-flow
blower for quieter operation
• Digital Controls
— White LED Display
— Auto Dimming Display (no control cover)
— Easy Temperature Selection
— Touch Pad Controls
• Universal Heaters
• Composite Material Base Pan
• “Smart Fan” Fan Cycle/Continuous Control
• Supplemental Resistance Heat on Heat Pumps
• Reverse Cycle Defrost
• Quick Heat Recovery
• Quick Connect Remote Thermostat Interface
• Electronic Temperature Limiting
• Freeze Sentinel
• Heat Sentinel
• Infinitely Adjustable Vent Door
• Indoor Coil Frost Control
• Random Restart
• Central Desk Control Interface*
• Transfer Fan Interface*
* Not available when occupancy sensing thermostat
has been enabled (MODE E). Requires RAKCDC Accessory Kit
OPTIONAL FEATURES:
• Corrosion Protection
• Makeup Air Module
• Dry Air (AZ45 series only)
• Internal Condensate Removal (AZ65 series only)
NOTE: Dry Air 25 models include all the standard features
of the AZ45 Series plus standard corrosion protection
ADVANTAGES OF THE ZONELINE SYSTEM:
• Flexible Application
— May be installed from flush to finished floor,
to 3" from the ceiling
— 7,000 to 15,000 nominal BTUH units in same
physical size
— AZ45 and AZ65 series may be ducted to condition
more than one room
— Class 2 remote thermostat control option
— Compatible with 2-wire CDC or many Energy
Management Thermostat Systems
• Economical Installation
— Replacement units fit existing 42"-wide by
16"-high wall sleeves
— No ductwork necessary
— No mechanical equipment rooms or pipes required
for heating/cooling units
• Quiet Operation
— Large indoor cross-flow blower
— Sound deadening mastic on SMC bulkhead
— DC fan motors with isolation grommets
• Energy-Saving Operation
— Units in unoccupied areas may be turned off
— Designed for efficient cooling operation
— EERs from 10.3 to 13.4
— Efficient heat pump units - COPs from 3.2 to 4.0
— Reverse Cycle defrost
• Ease of Maintenance
— Access with common 5/16" nut driver
— Unit design for ease of maintenance
— Upfront lift-out interchangeable filters
— Slide-out chassis for easy access for cleaning
or if service is required
The AZ65 series heat pumps utilize the unique GE
Appliances heat pump logic and operation to ensure
a comfortable room. The logic used by the units is
the same logic used by central system heat pumps
to provide greater savings.
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THE ZONELINE® SYSTEM
The typical Zoneline® installation consists of the wall sleeve, chassis, power cord and exterior grille. Some installations
may use a sub-base for support of the unit or for ease of electrical connections. Each of the components should be the
standard products offered by GE Appliances. Custom exterior grills should be approved by GE Appliances Applications
Engineering. Use of components not specifically designed or approved for use with the Zoneline unit can result in
unsatisfactory operation and can be the cause of failure not covered by the warranty.
COMPONENTS OF THE ZONELINE SYSTEM TYPICAL INSTALLATION
*Not for use in corrosive environments
**UPC—Universal Power Cord Connection (see pages 43–45).
***Two-stage heating if using remote thermostat
†Corrosion treatment is standard on all 265V models
265-volt units must be connected in a manner to meet National Electrical Code and all local codes.
——Selectable
StandardStandardStandard
OptionalNAOptional
Specifications subject to change.
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GE ZONELINE® WITH Makeup Air
Add the benefit of our second generation of Makeup Air
to the industry’s most trusted PTAC, with GE Zoneline®
Makeup Air. Factory-installed and tested, the Makeup Air
module is an independent secondary system that provides
outdoor air continuously.
FEATURES
• Dedicated fans in the Makeup Air system that are
adjustable to 6 pre-set fan speeds from 25 to 50 CFM.
• Provides outdoor air anytime the unit is plugged into the
power source (even if unit is turned off).
• Dehumidifies incoming outdoor air when OD humidity
is greater than 55% RH and above 50° F.
• Dehumidifies at a rate of 5 -6 pints/24 hours.
• Pairs with an approved occupancy sensing system
to shut off Makeup Air and close the duct door when
the room is unoccupied (if desired).
• Modular/Reliable design for improved serviceability.
• Factory installed and tested.
• GE Zoneline with Makeup Air is covered by the same
warranty as our Zoneline.
• Approved by leading hotel brands.
• Optional MERV 13 Makeup Air Filter kit available (RAK13)
The GE Zoneline Makeup Air system provides an option to
standard building ventilation designs.
With dedicated fans in the Makeup Air system (adjustable
to 6 pre-set fan speeds), the Makeup Air Zoneline can
provide positive pressure Makeup Air for those projects
looking for alternatives to having a rooftop system ducted
to each individual room.
The main system provides the standard individual room
zone control in both cooling and heating applications. The
Makeup Air module is a secondary sealed system with
dedicated fans that offers 6 pre-set fan speeds (25-50
CFM) of continuous dehumidified Makeup Air.
DOOR VENT & OCCUPANCY SENSING
Zoneline Makeup Air features a motorized vent door.
When paired with an approved occupancy system and
the room is unoccupied, the vent door will close, and the
Makeup Air system will shut down.
This design saves energy and money by running
the makeup system only when needed, while allowing
the PTAC system to operate independently.
AGENCY LISTING
Both the Makeup Air Module & Zoneline system are
approved by UL, CEC, NRCAN & AHRI and comply
with ASHRAE 90.1-2013 minimum efficiency
requirements for PTACs.
THE MAKEUP AIR
MODULE COMES
INSTALLED IN SELECT
ZONELINE PTAC UNITS.
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
• Makeup Air systems are not recommended for installation
within 1-2 miles of coastal areas.
- Units are not corrosion protected
- To avoid bringing corrosive air into the living space
• The Makeup Air Module will increase room load
requirements for both heating and cooling.
- Consult with your architect or engineer to ensure proper
sizing of the PTAC/PTHP unit to accommodate this
additional load.
- Due to the additional heating and cooling load,
energy costs of the room will increase with the use
of Makeup Air.
- Because Makeup Air increases room BTU load
requirements and requires additional PTAC cooling
or heating, the building’s electrical needs may
be impacted.
• For best air temperature regulation, remote thermostats
should be used with Makeup Air models.
• With the additional dehumidification of outside air, more
condensate will be generated and therefore an internal
or external piped drain line is recommended.
• Total building air design should be considered with
Makeup Air PTAC’s/PTHP’s and especially with occupancy
sensing thermostats and the ability to turn off the Makeup
Air and close the vent door when the room is unoccupied.
• With the additional pathway/opening for outside air,
additional consideration should be used for areas with
high exterior noise (traffic, airports, etc.) to not
unintentionally bring noise into the room and disturb
the guest.
• It is the architects’/engineers’/contractors’ /customers’
responsibility to verify all state and local codes to ensure
product meets local code requirements.
NOTE : Ducted installations should not be used with
Makeup Air models.
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THE ZONELINE AZ45 AND AZ65 SERIES have changes suggested by customers and enhancements from
GE Appliances Engineering to make product improvements and meet the changing environment.
• Quieter Operation
• Ease of access—fewer screws and number of parts
• Make up air module
• Cross-flow blower across the product line for quieter operation
See the “Features and Benefits” section for in-depth explanation of these changes and the industry-leading features
of GE Appliances Zoneline retained from previous series.
DRY AIR 25
THE ZONELINE AZ45 SERIES INCLUDES “DRY AIR 25" MODELS, WHICH REMOVE 20-35%
MORE MOISTURE THAN OTHER ZONELINE MODELS*.
As warm, humid air is pulled through the front (precool) section of the heat pipe, the heat removed from
the air is absorbed by the refrigerant, causing the
refrigerant to change to a gas and flow to the rear (reheat) section of the heat pipe. The air leaving the precool section of the heat pipe is cooler and at a higher
relative humidity level than the room air. The pre-cooled
air is further cooled as it passes through the evaporator,
consequently allowing the evaporator coil to remove
more moisture.
When the cold air from the evaporator comes in contact
with the re-heat section of the heat pipe, the heat that
DRY AIR 25 MODELS COOLING WITH
RESISTANCE HEAT
• Removes 20-35% more moisture than standard
Zoneline models
*
• Dry Air is a separate sealed refrigerant system
—No mechanical parts
—No special maintenance required
• Helps maintain lower relative humidity in rooms
• Maintains comfort at slightly higher room temperatures
—Reduces operating costs
—Provides comfort without overcooling
• Corrosion treatment is standard
• Excellent choice for humid climates
• Available in 7,000, 9,000 and 12,000 BTU sizes
The Dry Air 25 system, a heat pipe, is a hermetically sealed
heat transfer surface installed in a “saddlebag” configuration
around the indoor (evaporator) coil of the Zoneline unit. This
coil arrangement will transfer heat from the front coil of the
saddlebag to the rear coil without power consumption.
This assembly uses R-410A as the refrigerant and is not
connected to the regular Zoneline refrigerant circuit.
was removed by the pre-cool section is added back to
the air and the refrigerant in the heat pipe condenses
and flows back to the pre-cool (front) section. The air
discharged into the room by this process is much drier,
creating a more comfortable room condition.
The Dry Air 25 models center around GE Appliance’s
heat pipe technology. This technology enables Dry Air
25 to remove 20-35% more moisture from the air than
other leading manufacturers’ packaged terminal air
conditioners. This helps maintain room comfort at a
higher room temperature, reducing operating costs.
The Dry Air 25 keeps a room cool and dry, and this is the
most important benefit when it comes to the occupant
of the room—hotel guests, apartment residents,
students. In a hot, humid climate, getting away from
the humidity is just as important as getting away from
the heat, and the Dry Air 25 is the perfect solution. The
dehumidification of the Dry Air 25 has been verified by
the same AHRI test conditions under which standard
units are rated.
* Varies when comparing dehumidification rates of the 7,000/9,000/12,000 BTU base
models to their Dry Air model counterparts.
Specifications subject to change.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
FEATURES & BENEFITS
STANDARD PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
GE Appliances has maintained the same wall sleeve
dimensions since 1961—42" wide x 16" high x 13-3/4"
deep—making replacement of older units easy.
WEATHER RESISTANT SYSTEM SEAL
Per AHRI, the air infiltration rate shall not exceed 19.3 CFM
at the perimeter of the wall sleeve where it normally
projects through the wall.
With superior design and premium materials, a properly
installed Zoneline unit in an undistorted sleeve keeps air
leakage to a minimum (5 CFM).
COMPOSITE BASE PAN
The base pan is made of SMC and comes standard on all
models. Since the base pan is exposed to the elements
and is a water bearing device, this composite (non-metal)
base pan eliminates the concern or problem of rusting
metal base pans.
HEATER SIZES TO MEET ROOM REQUIREMENTS
All units are equipped with a universal heater—
the resistance heat output is determined by power
connection kit.
230/208 Volt Units
15 AMP Circuits—2.4/1.96 KW—RAK315P and RAK315D
20 AMP Circuits—3.4/2.78 KW—RAK320P and RAK320D
30 AMP Circuits—4.8/3.93 KW—RAK330P and RAK330D
AZ45 and AZ65 Series—touch pad controls with large,
white LED readout with auto dimming feature, eliminates
the need for the control cover.
HIGHLY FEATURED MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLS
Microprocessor controls are programmed to interface with
the temperature sensors to maximize comfort conditions
or the room occupant and provide outstanding
performance features.
Thermistors are used to sense small changes in temperature
to give excellent room control and allow the microprocessor
to monitor and react to changing conditions.
ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEAT LOCK-OUT
To maximize the savings of the heat pump operation, the
Zoneline® heat pumps do not utilize the resistance heater
when the outdoor temperature is above 46°F (and below
85°F) during normal operation. However, the resistance
heat is still used in the quick heat recovery feature.
REVERSE-CYCLE HEAT PUMP DEFROST SYSTEM
• Standard on all Zoneline AZ65 Series heat pumps
• Enables heat pump to operate at lower temperatures
when other systems switch to more expensive electric
resistance heat.
See pages 20–21 for discussion of heat pump operation
and defrost systems.
HIGH-TEMPERATURE HEAT PUMP OPERATION
PROTECTION
• Automatically protects the compressor if heat pump
is operated with high outdoor temperatures.
• Power to the outdoor fan is turned off if the indoor coil
gets too hot during heat pump operation to prevent
damage to the compressor.
QUICK HEAT RECOVERY—HEAT PUMP UNITS
When the unit operation is changed from OFF or COOL
to HEAT, the electric resistance heaters are used to warm
the room to the thermostat set point for the first cycle.
This provides faster room temperature increase for
greater guest comfort.
FAN MOTORS—PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED
• All units have two fan motors for quiet operation
and maximum operating efficiency.
• Motors are permanently lubricated to reduce
maintenance and totally enclosed to keep dirt and
water out of the motor windings.
OUTDOOR FAN
The unit automatically selects the most efficient speed
for the outdoor fan. The operating sound level is lower
when the outdoor fan can operate in low speed, yet
there are situations where it must operate in high
speed. The unit changes the fan speed automatically.
INDOOR FAN SPEED SELECTIONS—HIGH/LOW
Unit may be operated in HIGH HEAT, LOW HEAT,
HIGH COOL or LOW COOL. The unit also provides
the option of selecting either HIGH or LOW speed for
Fan-Only operation.
FAN-CYCLE SWITCH— “SMARTFAN”
• Unique “SmartFan” allows the unit to operate the
indoor fan continuously in cooling operation and in
cycle mode for heating, to provide better guest
comfort. Smart Fan provides air circulation in summer
for its help in cooling and eliminates complaint of
cold-air draft during the heating season.
• Eliminates the need for changing fan-cycle
switch seasonally.
• “SmartFan” settings are controlled via the auxiliary
control setting push button.
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY HEAT
Automatically uses electric resistance heat if the heat
pump output is not sufficient to maintain selected
room temperature.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS (CONTINUED)
COMPRESSOR RANDOM RESTART
In the event of a power failure, all compressors
attempting to restart immediately when power is
restored can result in a power surge that can cause
another power interruption.
The microprocessors in the Zoneline units have a random
restart logic system that prevents all units from starting
at the same time.
ROTARY COMPRESSOR
Provides smoother operation for quiet, dependable
service. GE Appliances has used rotary compressors
since 1961.
COMPRESSOR RESTART DELAY
Zoneline units are designed to provide a minimum of
three minutes of compressor-off time to allow refrigerant
pressures to equalize before restarting to prevent
compressor damage.
Zoneline units are also designed to provide a minimum
of three minutes of compressor-run time to prevent
room occupant disturbance due to short-cycling of
the air conditioner.
FREEZE SENTINEL
• Detects low room temperature and turns on heater to
help protect against damage caused by freezing room
temperatures.
• The electric heater turns on at 41°F and warms the
room up to 46°F and shuts off.
• Freeze Sentinel may be turned off via the auxiliary
control.
HEAT SENTINEL
The property owner may choose to activate the Heat
Sentinel feature on the Zoneline unit. If the Heat Sentinel
is activated and room temperature reaches 85°F (even
when the unit is in the “OFF” mode), the unit will
automatically start the air conditioning operation
and will shut off when the room temperature reaches
80°F. This will help dehumidify the air and lower high
temperatures so the guest will not be entering an
extremely hot room.
TRANSFER FAN INTERFACE
A 24 VAC connector is available (RAKCDC) to operate
a relay to control a fan mounted in a wall to move
conditioned air into another space. The electrical power for
the operation of the transfer fan itself is not provided by
the Zoneline unit. Transfer fans and their controlling relays,
power and wiring are field supplied.
ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE LIMITING
Eight independent programmable heating temperature
limits and eight independent programmable cooling
temperature limits
HE AT ING T EMPE R AT U RE L IMIT S
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LOWEST
COOL
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Limits can be adjusted via the auxiliary control settings. To help you with energy
conservation, GE Zoneline units are shipped with truncated temperature limiting
preset to 66° minimum cooling and 78° maximum heating.
COOLING TEMPERATURE LIMITS
HIGHEST
HE AT
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The GE Zoneline AZ45 and AZ65 temperature display can
be adjusted to display the temperature settings in either
Fahrenheit, or Celsius. The unit is preset from the factory
to read in Fahrenheit, but can be changed to display Celsius
via the auxiliary control setting.
REMOTE CONTROL CAPABILITY WITH
WALL-MOUNTED THERMOSTAT
See pages 17–19.
CENTRAL DESK CONTROL CAPABILITY
See page 16.
REVERSIBLE INDOOR AIR LOUVERS
• Allows air to be directed into room at 45O or 65O angle
(from horizontal) to provide better air distribution.
• Angle is changed by removing room front and screws
holding louver in place on the chassis, and rotating the
louver section 180° and reinstalling.
INDOOR COIL FROST CONTROL
Prevents indoor coil from freezing and causing
complaints due to lack of cooling. Frost can form
on the indoor coil when the unit is operated in
cooling when outdoor temperatures are low. The unit
automatically shuts the compressor off (and keeps the
indoor fan running) until the indoor coil temperature
warms to the point where frosting will no longer occur.
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UP-FRONT AIR FILTERS
Two interchangeable up-front filters, easy to remove and
reinstall, may be cleaned without opening or removing
the room front. Clean filters
by brushing, vacuuming or
back-flushing under faucet
or shower head.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS (CONTINUED)
CONCEALED MANUAL VENT CONTROL
An open ventilation door on GE Appliances Zoneline®
packaged terminal air conditioners and heat pumps allows
outside air to enter the room through a screen-covered
opening in the weather barrier that separates the indoor and
outdoor sections of the unit.
A concealed lever, located along the left side of the
unit under the front cover, is used to open and close the
vent door.
NOTE: Two shipping screws must be removed from the
vent door before use.
The manual vent door has infinite adjustability with the slide
rod and wing nut to meet everyone’s needs. Simply tighten
the wing nut at the desired opening level. Positive vent door
closure and tightening of the wing nut prevents accidental
opening and unwanted air infiltration.
VENT CFM*—HIGH FAN
SIZEAZ45 SERIESAZ65 SERIES
7,00033 CFM38 CFM
9,00038 CFM40 CFM
12,00038 CFM45 CFM
15,00047 CFM44 CFM
*CFM using addition al RAKVENT1 ki t.
CORROSION PROTECTION (OPTIONAL)
AZ45 and AZ65 Series units may be ordered with
special protection to better withstand damage from
salt air and salt water in seacoast or other corrosive
areas.
Corrosion protection is standard on the
Dry Air and 265V models.
Makeup Air module units and heat pump units
with ICR are not available with corrosion protection
and should not be installed in seacoast or other
corrosive environments.
Units installed in corrosive areas should use the RAB77B
wall sleeve and be examined/cleaned more frequently
than normal installations.
INTERNAL CONDENSATE REMOVAL (ICR)
See page 36 for a discussion of the internal AZ65
Series heat pumps.
DRY AIR 25
Moisture removal is an important function of an
air conditioner. People are more comfortable at higher
temperatures when the humidity level is relatively low.
Air conditioners operate with less energy consumption
when the room temperatures are set higher.
The GE Zoneline AZ45 Series with the Dry Air 25 heat
pipe application removes 20–35% (varies by model)
more moisture than the standard AZ45 Series unit.
Customers who are using the Dry Air 25 report a
fresher-smelling room as a result of the lower humidity
levels, as well as lower operating costs.
See page 10 for more detailed information.
Outside ambient air entering the room through
this screened vent opening is not conditioned. This
unconditioned air becomes mixed with the conditioned
air that is circulated by the indoor fan. This air mixture
generates an additional heat load/heat loss that causes
the unit to run longer and may translate into higher
operating costs.
For each CFM of air to enter the room, an equal amount
of air must be removed through exhaust fans in the
bathroom or rooftops. Greater amounts of air will be
introduced (from chart shown above) depending on the
size of the exhaust fan.
Zoneline vent openings are not intended to be the source
of make-up air for building ventilation systems since
the vent is not continuously conditioned or powered by
separate fans.
See page 9 for more information on Makeup Air.
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+ / –
AUXILIARY CONTROL-AUX SET BUTTON
The auxiliary control push button is located behind the room cabinet, below the control panel. The auxiliary controls come
preset to the modes most desired by customers. However, the owner is responsible for ensuring the auxiliary controls are
set to the desired function. There are up to 12 different modes that can be set using the auxiliary set button.
TO CHANGE MODES:
• Press the MODE button until the unit is turned OFF (or turn off the remote thermostat).
• Press the AUX SET button (“AU” appears on the display).
• Press the MODE button on the control pad until the first digit in the display shows
the corresponding mode you are choosing and the correct HEAT/COOL LED is lit.
• Press the “+” or “-” buttons to change the mode setting selection (second digit in the display).
• Press the MODE button to move to the next feature or the AUX SET button to save and
exit the set up process.
Press “Aux Set”
First Digit
Press “Mode”
Smart Fan
Temperature
Display
Sentinel
Constant
Fan
* Not available on all models.
Press
- Cycle- Continue
Second Digit
+/-
OffOn
OffOn
Press “Aux Set”
First DigitSecond Digit
Press “Mode”Press +
Temperature
Limit
Class 2
Mode
Duct Mode *
All I2R Mode
(AZ65 Only)
Boost Heat
(AZ65 Only)
AUXILIARY CONTROL SETTINGS
-
/
OffOn (Cool/Heat)On (Auto Change Over)
Press “Aux Set”
First DigitSecond Digit
Press “Mode” Press
Makeup Air
Mode *
Makeup Air
Occupancy *
Engineering
Revision*
Press “AUX SET”
First Digit
-
+
/
0: OFF
1: 25CFM
2: 30CFM
3: 35CFM
Disable
Press +/- to match last
digit of model number
4: 40CFM
5: 45CFM
6: 50CFM
293D2203P003
Second Digit
Mode 1—Smart Fan—Cooling/Heating
The default setting for Mode 1 is as follows:
Cooling: Continuous (ON)
Heating: Cycle (OFF)
* Note: In cyclic Cooling Mode, the indoor fan will activate
occasionally to verify air temperature in the room. In cyclic
Heating Mode, the fan will continue to operate for 45 seconds
after the heating function has stopped in order to increase
unit eciency.
Mode 2—Fahrenheit/Celsius
The default setting for Mode 2 is Fahrenheit.
This feature allows the individual to switch the temperature
units between Fahrenheit and Celsius on the display.
“Mode”
“Mode”
HEAT
COOL
HEAT
COOL
Press
Press
+ / –
Smart Fan Cool – Cycle*
Smart Fan Cool – Continue
+ / –
Smart Fan Heat – Cycle*
Smart Fan Heat – Continue
Press the – pad to select Celsius or the + pad to select
Press
Fahrenheit. The individual will see a F for Fahrenheit or
a C for Celsius in the second digit of the display based
“Mode”
+ / –
Fahrenheit
on the selection.
Mode 3—Freeze Sentinel/Heat Sentinel
The default settings for Mode 3 are: Heat Sentinel is OFF.
Celcius
Freeze Sentinel is ON. When Freeze Sentinel is activated,
it automatically provides heat without user interface.
This helps to prevent plumbing damage by turning the
“Mode”
Press
Freeze Sentinel – Off
heater and indoor fan ON at 41ºF and OFF at 46ºF.
When Heat Sentinel is activated, it automatically provides
cooling without user interface. This helps to prevent an
HEAT
COOL
excessively hot room by turning the air conditioner
+ / –
ON at 85ºF and OFF at 80ºF.
NOTE: These functions are active whenever the unit
“Mode”
Press
Heat Sentinel – Off
is plugged in, even if the unit is in the OFF mode.
HEAT
COOL
Red
AUX
Set
Button
Enable
Freeze Sentinel – On
Heat Sentinel – On
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“Mode”
Press
+ / –
+ / –
HEATCOOL
Freeze Sentinel –Off
Freeze Sentinel –On
“Mode”
Press
HEATCOOL
Heat Sentinel –Off
Heat Sentinel –On
AUXILIARY CONTROL SETTINGS (CONTINUED)
Mode 4—Constant ON fan
The default setting for Mode 4 is OFF.
“Mode”
NOTE: Constant fan “on” runs the indoor fan continuously
at high speed—even if the unit is turned off.
Mode 5—Temperature limiting
The default setting for Mode 5 is as follows:
Cool: 2 (66ºF to 85ºF) Heat: 5 (60ºF to 78ºF)
Temperature limits—Cool Temperature limits—Heat
0 = 60°F to 85°F 0 = 60°F to 65°F
1 = 64°F to 85°F 1 = 60°F to 70°F
2 = 66°F to 85°F 2 = 60°F to 72°F
3 = 68°F to 85°F 3 = 60°F to 74°F
4 = 70°F to 85°F 4 = 60°F to 76°F
5 = 72°F to 85°F 5 = 60°F to 78°F
6 = 74°F to 85°F 6 = 60°F to 80°F
7 = 76°F to 85°F 7 = 60°F to 85°F
Mode 6—Remote thermostat – Class 2
The default setting for Mode 6 is OFF. Setting this mode
to ON will allow the unit to operate with a Class 2 Remote
Control Wall Thermostat. Hitting the + button a second time
will turn on Mode 6A, which is required for auto-changeover
thermostats.
Mode 7—Duct mode
The default setting for Mode 7 is OFF. This setting is used
when the unit is installed using a duct adapter kit. If the
unit is ducted, the Duct Mode needs to be set to ON.
This increases the fan speed to ensure proper circulation.
NOTE: Heater wattages are reduced in duct mode
(see page 39).
NOTE: This function is disabled on Dry Air 25 models.
Mode 8—All-electric heat (AZ65 only)
The default setting for Mode 8 is OFF. This electric heat
option functions only on the AZ65 model. When this option
is ON, heat pump operation is locked out, causing the unit
to provide only electric resistance heat.
Mode 9—Heat boost (AZ65 only)
The default setting for Mode 9 is OFF. The Heat Boost option
works with remote thermostat operation and unit control
operation. This setting is used to provide 1000 watts of
supplementary electric heat to the heat pump operation.
NOTE: Boost heat will not operate below 25°F outdoor
ambient conditions or above 85°F ambient conditions.
In those conditions, boost heat will be replaced by all
electric heat.
Mode 0—Digital Makeup Air Module Fan Speed
Press MODE until a 0 appears in the first digit of the display for the Digital Makeup Air mode. To turn o the module
or change the fan speeds, press the + or - pad. 00 indicates the module is o. 01=module on with fans set at 25cfm,
02= module on with fans set at 30cfm, etc. The default setting for Mode 0 is ON with a fan speed of 35cfm
Mode E—Digital Makeup Air Module in Occupancy
To enable occupancy detection, press MODE until an E appears in the first digit of the display. Press the + or -pad
to set occupancy detection to OFF “ ” or ON “ ”. The default setting for Mode E is OFF “ ”.
Mode P—Engineering Revision Setup
This setting is used to configure the unit when the main control board is
replaced. The first time the unit is powered after a service board is installed,
the unit will automatically enter this mode. The UI will read “P1”. Press
the + pad until the number matches the PTAC engineering revision as
shown. The engineering revision is the last number in the model number.
Press “Aux” to save and exit.
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CENTRAL DESK CONTROL
Some installations may want to govern the ability of the
unit to operate from a control device remote to the unit or
even remote to the room in which the unit is located. The
general term given to systems such as this is Central Desk
Control (CDC). The most common installation of this type
of system is a switch mounted at the registration desk
and, upon guest check-in, a button is pushed or a switch
is moved to allow the air conditioner to operate. Likewise,
when the guest checks out, the device is put into the
“OFF” position so the unit will not operate while the room
is vacant.
It is not necessary that the controlling device be located
at a central desk to employ a device that will control the
unit operation. For instance, in some resort areas, devices
are connected to sliding glass doors and opening the door
causes a contact to close, turning the air conditioner off.
This prevents energy being wasted by operating the air
conditioner when warm, humid air is entering the room.
Some systems operate by motion sensors or heat-sensing
detectors mounted in the room. These types of systems
determine occupant presence in the room and allow the
unit to operate; if no one is in the room the device signals
the air conditioner to turn off.
There is a wide variety of devices available, each with
its own benefits and constraints. While GE Appliances
does not offer components that are external to the
unit for a Central Desk Control system, GE Appliances
Zoneline units are compatible with most CDC and energy
management systems.
All GE Zoneline AZ45 and AZ65 Series units are
compatible with simple on/off 2-wire Central Desk Control
(CDC) systems. Consult with the provider of the energy
management system to be sure it is compatible with
GE Zoneline units.
All GE Zoneline units have a port available and offer
accessory (RAKCDC) to provide an CDC interface to most
of the energy management systems.
Control power to the switch (24 VAC) is provided by
the GE Zoneline unit.
4. When the remote switch is closed, the unit cannot be
operated in the fan, cool or heat modes. Recommended
wire size must be followed as a minimum requirement.
WIRE SIZE #AWGMAXIMUM ALLOWABLE LENGTH
#22600 Ft.
#20900 Ft.
#181,500 Ft.
#162,000 Ft.
Freeze Sentinel and Heat Sentinel remain operational
when the unit is connected to a CDC system. Even if the
unit is turned “OFF” at the central location, if the sensor
at the unit detects the low or high limit temperature, the
unit will automatically turn on until it reaches the preset
shutdown temperature (46°F heating, 80°F cooling).
Connecting the Zoneline unit to a CDC system does
not eliminate the ability to connect the unit to a remote
thermostat. Once the circuit is “opened,” and control
of the unit removed from the CDC system, the selected
controls—either the unit-mounted control or the remote
thermostat—govern the operation of the unit.
Please see page 55 for installation recommendations
for the Central Desk Control wiring.
CDC TERMINAL LOCATION AND TYPICAL WIRING
See page 19 for location of CDC terminals on unit.
RAKCDC
EXAMPLE OF COMMON BUSING
NOT PERMITTED
IMPORTANT CDC COMMENTS
(ALL SERIES APPLICABLE)
1. When the switching device closes the circuit of the CDC
conductors, the unit operation stops.
2. Do not use a common bus (at the unit or at the switch
panel) in the wiring. Both wires comprising the circuit
must connect to the unit connectors and to the
controlling switch. Running one wire from one unit
to another unit is common busing and may damage
internal components or cause erratic operation of the
system.
3. A 24-volt transformer is contained within the Zoneline
unit. No external voltage may be applied to the unit
through the CDC terminals. (Voltage on the CDC
conductors is 24 volts AC.)
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INCORRECT COMMON BUSING
NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH=
UNIT OPERATIONAL
FIELD SUPPLIED
CDC SWITCH
RAKCDC
CONNECTOR
(sold separately)
(Wiring from RAKCDC connector to
field devices is field supplied)
POWER RED
CDC BLUE
E. FAN YELLOW
TYPICAL WIRING
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REMOTE THERMOSTAT CONTROL
In many installations, control of the operation of the unit
at a location remote from the unit itself is desired. A unit
mounted high in the wall or over a door, for instance,
where the unit-mounted controls are inaccessible, can
be connected to a wall-mounted thermostat. Other
installations may use remote thermostat control for design
or performance enhancement. The unit is connected to
the thermostat by low-voltage wiring which permits the
operation of the unit to be selected and the temperature
sensed at the thermostat.
Important Notes: Remote thermostat wiring should
not be run through the wall sleeve. Thermostat wiring
should exit the wall below the unit and enter the unit
between room cabinet and chassis. Wire molding may
be used to hide thermostat wiring. If a sub-base is
used, the thermostat wiring may be concealed by the
sub-base. Thermostat wiring should not be run parallel
to line voltage wires since induced current may cause
erratic operation.
All Zoneline® AZ45 and AZ65 Series units are adaptable to
Class 2 remote low-voltage thermostats. The only additional
field-supplied components are the remote thermostat and
wiring necessary to connect it.
The controls on the unit are not functional when the remote
control function is used.
CONTROL PANEL
USE WALL THERMOSTAT —will illuminate whenever any
button on the unit controls is
pressed if the unit is set up to
be controlled by a remote wall
thermostat. The LED will dim
down after a few seconds and
then turn off after a few minutes as to not disturb the guest
in a dark room.
RESISTANCE HEAT MODELS
The Zoneline AZ45 series resistance heat units may be
connected to a single-stage thermostat designed for use
with cooling with electric heat systems. GE Appliances
offers four thermostats compatible with the
AZ45 Series unit.
The remote thermostat-Class 2 option (Mode 6 in the
auxiliary control setting) must be turned ON to enable
remote thermostat control. Refer to installation
instructions packaged with the chassis.
Please see page 51 for installation recommendations
for the remote thermostat wiring. Compatibility
of other thermostats considered for use with GE
Appliances Zoneline units is the responsibility of
the customer.
The control voltage on the remote control conductors is
24-volts AC. The AC voltage may not be compatible with
some solid-state thermostats.
If using a 1-fan speed remote thermostat, the fan speed
for the AZ45 Series in remote thermostat operation
is selected by the connection of the fan wire from the
thermostat to either the HIGH or LOW wire on the remote
thermostat connector. See the sketch of the connector
below for the color of the HIGH and LOW fan-speed wire.
Operating the unit in low fan speed reduces the operating
sound level of the unit.
Freeze Sentinel and Heat Sentinel remain operational if
the unit is connected to a remote thermostat. The unit
may be connected to a Central Desk Control (CDC)
system and controlled with a remote thermostat when
the CDC system has the unit in operation. See page 16
for additional information on the CDC system.
Unit temperature-limiting settings are not functional
when unit is connected to a remote thermostat.
NOTE: The low voltage transformer which powers
the remote thermostat (and other controls) is
“self-recovering” from potential wiring shorts. Should
you lose low voltage control power (to the thermostat
and the display panel on the unit), remove power to
the unit, check the thermostat wiring for shorts,
correct the issue and reapply power to the unit.
NOTE: With the new AZ45 and AZ65 Series,
thermostat twinning is allowed, where more than
one unit may be connected to a single remote
thermostat. In order to accomplish this, ONLY ONE
POWER SOURCE (24VAC – R TERMINAL WIRE) CAN
BE CONNECTED TO THE THERMOSTAT. All other
thermostat wires of the additional unit should be
connected as directed.
THERMOSTAT WIRING DIAGRAM
RAK164D2
Digital thermostat requiring
five connection wires.
RAK164P2
Digital programmable
thermostat requiring five
connection wires.
RAK164F2
Digital thermostat with two
fan speeds—requiring six
connection wires.
RAK180W1
Energy management occupancy
sensing wireless thermostat.
Black -C- Common
White -W- AUXHeat
Yellow -Y-Compressor
Blue -not used
on AZ45 Series
Connector
Zoneline Thermostat
Green -GH- HighFan
Tan -GL- LowFan
Red -R- 24VAC
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REMOTE THERMOSTAT CONTROL (CONTINUED)
HEAT PUMP MODELS
The Zoneline AZ65 Series heat pump units may be
connected to a single-stage cooling/two-stage heating
thermostat designed for use with heat pump systems.
GE Appliances offers four thermostats compatible with
the AZ65 Series units:
RAK164D2
Digital thermostat requiring
five connection wires.
RAK164P2
Digital programmable
thermostat requiring five
connection wires.
RAK164F2
Digital thermostat with
two fan speeds—requiring
six connection wires.
RAK180W1
Energy management
occupancy sensing
wired/wireless thermostat.
Makeup Air compatible.
Compatibility of other thermostats considered for
use with the GE Appliances Zoneline unit is the
responsibility of the customer.
The control voltage on the remote control conductors
is 24 VAC.
The Class 2 remote thermostat option (Mode 6 in
the auxiliary control setting) must be turned ON to
enable remote thermostat control. Refer to installation
instructions packaged with the chassis.
If using a 1-fan speed remote thermostat, the fan speed
for the AZ65 Series in remote thermostat operation
is selected by the connection of the fan wire from the
thermostat to either the HIGH or LOW wire on the
remote thermostat connector. See the sketch of the unit
connector for the color of the HIGH and LOW fan speed
wire. Operating the unit in low fan speed reduces the
operating sound level of the unit.
When connected to a remote thermostat, indoor
air-temperature sensing is shifted from the unit to the
remote thermostat. For this reason, the units will operate
slightly differently when connected to a remote thermostat.
The above chart shows the unit operation when connected
to a remote thermostat.
NOTE: The low voltage transformer which powers
the remote thermostat (and other controls) is
“self-recovering” from potential wiring shorts. Should
you lose low voltage control power (to the thermostat
and the display panel on the unit), remove power to the
unit, check the thermostat wiring for shorts, correct the
issue and reapply power to the unit.
NOTE: With the new AZ45 and AZ65 Series, thermostat
twinning is allowed, where more than on unit may be
connected to a single remote thermostat. In order to
accomplish this, ONLY ONE POWER SOURCE
(24VAC – R TERMINAL WIRE) CAN BE CONNECTED TO
THE THERMOSTAT. All other thermostat wires of the
additional unit should be connected as directed.
THERMOSTAT WIRING DIAGRAM
Black -C- Common
18
Connector
Zoneline Thermostat
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White -W- AUXHeat
Yellow -Y- Compressor
Blue -B- Reversing Valve
Green -GH- High Fan
Tan -GL- LowFan
Red -R- 24VAC
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REMOTE THERMOSTAT CONTROL SELECTION CHART FOR ZONELINE®
PACKED TERMINAL UNITS
GE Appliances also offers the RAK180W1 universal thermostat that offers occupancy sensing
energy management.
This thermostat is set up for two stage heating systems (AZ65) out of the box, but also works
on single stage heating systems (AZ45) with changes to the thermostat configuration settings.
The energy management setup can work on a room by room basis or it can be upgraded with
RAK180W1
ENERGY MANAGEMENT/
MAKEUP AIR THERMOSTAT
a network controller for full site management.
Command control for the unit is always wireless and power options are for battery and/or two
wire power connection from the Zoneline.
FOR REMOTE THERMOSTAT OPERATION FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW*:
1. Turn on the unit and ensure it is working properly BEFORE proceeding.
2. Unplug the unit or disconnect power and remove the room cover.
3. Connect the thermostat wiring per the appropriate diagram/colors for your model.
4. Plug the unit back in or reconnect power.
5. With the unit in the "off" mode, press the Aux Set button once. The letters AU will appear in the display.
6. Press the mode button until the number “6” appears in the left hand digit.
7. Press the + button once so the top half of the right hand digit is lit or press + a second time so the digit shows A.
8. Press the Aux Set button to exit the setup function.
9. Replace the room cover.
*Thermostat wiring connector is shipped with each unit – located in basepan area below control box.
Thermostat wire size up to 60 ft AWG20, up to 66 ft AWG18.
See pages 14–15 for full instructions on using the Auxiliary Controls Feature.
AUXILIARY CONNECTOR DIAGRAM
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External Fan/CDC
Connector Socket
Red Aux
Set Button
Remote Thermostat
Connector Socket
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HEAT PUMPS & ENERGY SAVINGS
Heat pumps save energy and cost less to operate than
units with electric resistance heaters as the only heat
source. Just as the EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) of an
air conditioner is an indication of the efficiency of the unit,
COP (Coefficient of Performance) is the indication of the
efficiency of the heat pump. This relative efficiency of a heat
pump compares the unit to electric resistance heat. If a unit
has a COP of 3.0, it means the unit will produce three times
as much heat at rating conditions for the same electrical
input wattage used for electric resistance heat.
GE Zoneline heat pumps are designed to provide
cost-efficient heat pump operation while monitoring
room conditions to maintain comfort.
The Zoneline AZ65 series employs extensive software
and logic that monitors and reacts to both outdoor
and indoor temperatures to determine the heat source.
This increases energy savings by operating longer
in the heat pump mode.
Just as in air conditioning operation, the compressor
is used in heat pump operation. The difference is that
in heat pump operation, the hot refrigerant gas is
directed to the indoor coil rather than to the outdoor
coil. With the indoor fan, room air circulates over the
indoor coil, gains heat from the coil and distributes
it into the room.
At some point as the outdoor temperature falls, the heat
pump cannot extract as much heat from the outdoor air
to maintain the temperature of the room. For this reason,
all packaged terminal heat pumps also have electric
resistance heaters as backup to heat pump operation.
The point where Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps cease
heat pump operation and change to the more expensive
resistance heat (to maintain room temperature) is called
the “switchover point.” It is important to compare the
switchover point of the various manufacturers since it
may occur at higher outdoor temperatures with other
brands where savings from the GE Zoneline heat pump
operation could still be realized.
Zoneline AZ65 series heat pump units, with their
extensive software and features, react to the indoor and
outdoor temperatures to determine the best heat source
to provide comfortable room conditions for the guest
AND energy.
BALANCE POINT
An important consideration in the selection of a heat
pump unit is the “balance point” of the installation—
the point at which the heat pump is unable to produce
enough heat to compensate for the heat loss of the room
or area being heated.
Virtually every room is unique—with different insulation,
different sizes and types of windows, different types
of construction and different directional exposures.
All these variables, as well as geographical location,
must be considered in order to determine the balance
point. For these reasons, a professional engineer should
be engaged to calculate the heat loss of the space and
specify the heat pump unit required.
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HEAT PUMPS & ENERGY SAVINGS (CONTINUED)
HEAT PUMP OPERATION—ZONELINE AZ65 SERIES
Heat sources: Heat pump, heat pump with partial
electric resistance heat, or electric resistance heat.
Zoneline heat pumps employ a highly featured
microprocessor control system interfaced with thermistors
to accurately measure indoor air temperature, outdoor
air temperature, indoor coil temperature and outdoor coil
temperature. This system allows the microprocessor to
precisely and predictably react to changing conditions
in order to provide a very advanced packaged terminal
heat pump operating system.
Zoneline heat pumps are designed to help ensure a
comfortable room. When “HEAT” is selected, the unit
will determine if the room air is warm enough to satisfy
the thermostat setting. If the temperature at the unit
sensor is below the desired temperature, the electric
resistance heater will be utilized to warm the room to
the point where the thermostat is satisfied. Quick Heat
Recovery is designed to allow the temperature of a
room to be maintained at an energy-saving level without
inconveniencing the room occupant. Once the thermostat
has been satisfied, the resistance heater will turn off and
the heat pump will operate (as shown below in the Heat
Source Logic chart) when the thermostat calls for
heat again.
ZONELINE HEAT PUMP HEAT SOURCE LOGIC
The chart below indicates the standard heating source
of the Zoneline AZ65 Series heat pump unit under
various indoor and outdoor conditions. The unit is
designed to provide heat pump savings without
sacrificing room comfort.
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
VS. THERMOSTAT
SET POINT
1.8 to 2 .9°F Below
2.9°F to 4.0°F
Below
More than 4.0°F
Below
* At OD temperatures a bove 46° F, the electric h eaters are loc ked out .
At OD temp eratu res above 85°F, heat pump o peration is lo cked out.
** Simult aneo us suppleme ntal heater: 1.0 K W @ 230 V & 26 5V; 0. 8 KW @ 20 8V
The Quick Heat Recovery feature is not affected by the
Heat Source Logic shown in the prior chart.
For more information about the Quick Heat Recovery
feature, see page 11.
The full heat output of the resistance heater is dependent
upon circuit amperage and the power connection kit used.
See pages 4, 43–45 and 53 for information on power
connection kits and available heater capacities.
An option is provided in the auxiliary controls (Mode 8) to
allow the unit to operate only in resistance heat. The use of
this option significantly increases the cost for heating.
ABOVE
46°F*
Heat PumpHeat Pump*
Heat Pump
Heat Pump
BETWEEN 46°F
AND 25°F
Heat Pump +
Supplemental
Heater**
Full Resistance
Heat
BELOW
25°F
Full Resistance
Heat
Full Resistance
Heat
Full Resistance
Heat
BOOST HEAT
The Zoneline AZ65 series offers a Boost Heat option
feature that utilizes partial supplemental resistance heat
at the same time as the heat pump operation. The boost
heat feature changes stage one heating (heat pump)
to be heat pump with partial resistance heat. Stage two
heating stays as full resistance heat. This applies to both
unit control and remote thermostat control.
NOTE: Heat Pump and full resistance heat shall never
be on at the same time.
HEAT PUMP DEFROST
Zoneline heat pumps utilize a reverse-cycle, demand-
defrost system to extend heat pump operation and
increase savings from extended operation.
The microprocessor determines the need for defrosting
from criteria based on continuous compressor run time,
outdoor air temperature and outdoor coil temperature.
When defrosting is required, the unit reverses the flow
of refrigerant to direct the hot gas into the outdoor
coil to melt the frost buildup.
Before and after the reverse-cycle defrost, the unit shuts
off the compressor to allow the refrigerant pressures
to equalize throughout the system. During these periods
of pressure equalization, the full resistance heat capacity
of the unit is activated to help ensure room comfort
conditions during the defrost cycle. The unit remains
in the defrost cycle for a minimum of three minutes
and up to a maximum of nine minutes. The defrost cycle
terminates when the outdoor coil reaches a temperature
of 68°F or the maximum time has been reached.
HEAT PUMP CONDENSATE
Zoneline AZ65 Series heat pumps may be ordered with
a factory-installed Internal Condensate Removal (ICR)
system to minimize the amount of condensate water
draining from the unit during heat pump operation.
The ICR system has proven to be an effective means
of minimizing the amount of heat pump condensate
dripping from the unit. However, if the requirements
of a particular installation will allow no dripping of
condensate water from the wall sleeve, the installation
of an internal or external drain system is recommended.
See pages 36–38 for more information on heat pump
condensate.
Units with an ICR system may not be installed in
seacoast or other corrosive environments.
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APPLICATION COMMENTS
It is important that any air conditioning system be
properly sized and applied in order to achieve the
desired temperature and humidity levels in the space to
be conditioned. Zoneline units are designed primarily to
provide heating and cooling with the additional benefit that
during operation in the cooling mode, the units also remove
some moisture from the conditioned space. The following
are some brief application comments on undersizing,
oversizing, heating, wall coverings, and air infiltration: all
are important in the proper matching of the heating/air
conditioning system to the building structure.
UNDERSIZING
Cooling: If an air conditioner is undersized (cooling capacity
is less than required for a specific application), the unit will
typically not be able to cool the space down to the desired
temperature (thermostat set point), nor be able to remove
enough moisture from the air. The result could be a warm
and humid or warm and dry conditioned space.
Heating: Undersizing can result in not being able to maintain
the desired temperature level within the conditioned space.
OVERSIZING
Cooling: If an air conditioner is oversized (cooling capacity
is greater than required for the specific application), the
unit will typically cool the space down to the desired
temperature (thermostat set point) too quickly. Since
dehumidification only takes place when the compressor is
operating in the cooling mode, typical result in a hot/humid
climate could be a cool but excessively humid space.
Wall Covering: Use of non-permeable wall coverings (some
paints, some wallpapers, and other types of coverings)
which severely restricts passage of air or water vapor can
cause a severe moisture problem. Typical results could be
staining of room surfaces, wall damage, as well as mold and
mildew growth in hot/humid climates.
Air Infiltration: Excessive air infiltration can magnify
problems associated with undersizing or oversizing of an
air conditioner unit and can be the root cause of insufficient
cooling, dehumidification or heating problems. Some
sources of air infiltration include vents, gaps around
windows and doors, and improperly sealed floor, ceiling
and wall joints.
Recommendation: For the above reasons it is strongly
recommended that a professional engineer be retained
to match the size of the Zoneline unit with the building
structure.
louvers are reversed by removing the room cabinet
from the unit, removing four screws that hold the louver
section in place; removing the louver section and rotating
it end for end, reinstalling the louver section with the four
screws, and reinstalling the room cabinet on the unit. The
unit is shipped from the factory with the discharge louvers
at an angle of 45° off horizontal. In the alternate position,
the louvers will be at an angle of 65° off horizontal.
All room cabinets return air through the front of the unit.
45°65°
45°65°
High Wall Mount: For units
mounted high in the wall, the
discharge louvers should be
at a setting that provides the
most horizontal air discharge.
Recommended installation is
at least 3" below the ceiling.
In installations where units are close to the ceiling, the
greatest horizontal discharge angle can be obtained
by removing the discharge grille from the room cabinet.
For best room control, a remote wall thermostat
is recommended.
Supply Air Throw: One Zoneline unit should not be
required to do a job obviously requiring two or more
units. Units should be located around large rooms
according to calculated loads or in such fashion as
to achieve balanced air distribution in all parts of the
room. The single unit in the “Incorrect” illustration below
obviously cannot condition the entire room. Add a second
unit as shown in the “Correct” illustration.
AIR DISTRIBUTION
Zoneline packaged terminal air conditioners and heat
pumps discharge air from the top of the unit through
reversible two-position discharge louvers. Unit discharge
*SHOWN WITH ACCESS COVERS REMOVED.
†WORKS FOR ALL RAB71 OR RAB77 SERIES WALL SLEEVE
NOTE: CAUTION - REMOVE KNOCKOUTS FROM INSIDE OUT.
6"
36"
RAB71† = 42"
RAB77† = 42-1/8"
FRONT VIEW*
KNOCKOUTS (ENCLOSURE)
4 REAR; 4 BOTTOM
SEE PAGE 34 FOR KNOCKOUT LOCATION DIMENSIONS.
19"
TOP VIEW
42"
13"
LEVELING SCREW
1-7/16"
GRILLE
INSIDE
ROOM
CABINET
1/2" DIA.
(3 REQ'D.)
7-1/16"
RAB71† = 20-7/8"
RAB77† = 21"
VIEW
ROOM
CABINET
3" MIN.
ADJUSTABLE
TO 5" MAX.
SIDE
1-5/16"
GRILLE
RAB71* = 16"
RAB77* = 16-1/4"
*OUTSIDE
SIDE VIEW
2-3/8" MIN.
INTERIOR
WALL
FINISHED FLOOR
Installation instructions packed with wall sleeve. See page 27 for additional information
concerning outdoor weather panel and sleeve stiffener.
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WALL SLEEVE
A choice of wall sleeves is available for Zoneline® units.
RAB71B — This insulated sleeve is constructed of heavygauge galvanized steel and finished with a baked-enamel
finish for protection and appearance. Design of the sleeve
provides for support of the chassis and free draining
of any water entering the wall sleeve. A petroleum
microcrystalline wax is applied at critical points of
fabrication to seal against moisture. The dimensions of the
RAB71B wall sleeve are 42" wide by 16" high by 13-3/4"
deep, the same dimensions as the original wall sleeve for
GE Zoneline units built in 1961. The RAB71B wall sleeve is
also available in depths other than the standard depth.
It is available on special order as: RAB7116B – 16" deep;
All these special-order deep wall sleeves are insulated
and have sheet-metal dividers, or splitters, to prevent
the recirculation of condenser discharge air.
RAB81 — Heavy gauge steel wall sleeve with insulated top
and sides in a 4 piece “Quick Snap” universal design. This
easy to assembly product is shipped in an easy to handle
box making it better for shipping and better for the job
site. Can also be ordered and shipped preassembled as
the RAB81B.
RAB77B — This non-insulated wall sleeve is molded from
fiberglass-reinforced polyester compound. This sheetmolded compound (SMC) wall sleeve offers outstanding
strength, durability, color retention, water integrity and
corrosion resistance. The dimensions of the RAB77B wall
sleeve are 42-1/8" wide by 16-1/4" high by 13-7/8" deep.
• Wall sleeves are of universal design, accepting all
Zoneline chassis of current design as well as all
GE Appliances Zoneline chassis produced since 1961.
• Drain holes are provided in the rear of all wall sleeves to
permit excessive cooling condensate water, heat pump
condensate or precipitation entering the wall sleeve to
drain freely. A drain kit may be connected to the wall
sleeve to control any water draining from the wall sleeve.
See pages 37–38 for information on RAD10 Drain Kit.
WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA
GENERAL
Generally, Zoneline® units are installed 3" to 5" above the
floor (flush to finished floor installation is possible) as
near to the center of the room as possible; underneath
a window or a glass panel is typical. Normal installation
of the wall sleeve allows installation flexibility; from flush
with the finished interior wall to a minimum of 1/4" of
the wall sleeve extending beyond the finished exterior
of the building. Special consideration must be given
to installations where the wall sleeve does not extend
a minimum of 1/4" beyond the finished exterior wall.
See pages 32–33 for information on this type of
installation. The unit may be installed high in the
wall and these installations usually require a remote
thermostat (discussed on pages 17-19).
Regardless of the installation, there are several things to
consider when selecting a location for installing the unit.
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For instance, drapery location could interfere with air
discharge, and placement of furniture may have an impact
on the performance of the unit. The following information
is intended to minimize installation problems and assure
you of trouble-free installation.
Refer to page 28 for required wall opening dimensions.
Minimum recommended interior and exterior sleeve
projections for standard wall thicknesses are shown in
the drawings in this manual. The sleeve may be installed
flush with the finished indoor wall. Special attention
must be paid to room-side sleeve projection when the
unit is installed in a ducted application as shown on
pages 40–41.
In walls thicker than 13-1/2" for line-cord-connected units
and 11-1/8" for sub-base installations, it may be necessary
to install a field-fabricated sleeve extension or use one
of the special-order RAB71 deep wall sleeves. Such
extensions must be carefully flashed and sealed both to
the wall sleeve and to the wall to ensure water integrity.
This is necessary to ensure that any water entering the
wall sleeve, either from operation of the unit or from
other sources, such as rain storms or from washing the
exterior of the building, will drain from the sleeve without
the possibility of capillary action drawing the water into
either the room or the wall cavity. In an installation where
the sleeve is recessed less than 3" from the outside
surface, flashing and sealing may be all the modification
necessary. In such an installation, the sides and top of the
wall opening must be waterproof to prevent moisture from
seeping into and damaging the walls. See pages 32–33
for suggested detail. Since the installation of a sleeve
extension requires a considerable amount of attention,
we recommend using one of the deep wall sleeves if the
standard sleeve is not of sufficient depth.
Mounting an outdoor grille or louver section to the
building face may cause a space between the outdoor
coil and the louver section. Air splitters, aligned with the
ends of the outdoor coil, must be installed between the
outdoor coil inlet and outlet air streams. Gaps between
the outdoor coil and the louver section may allow
condenser air recirculation and affect the operation of
the unit. See page 43 for requirements for custom louvers.
The wall sleeve should be level from side to side and
from level to 1/4 bubble tilt to the outdoors. The
condensate disposal system in the unit is designed
to dissipate the condensate water generated during
cooling operation in accordance with AHRI standards
and actually uses this water for maximum unit
efficiency. A level unit will also ensure proper drainage
from the RAD10 drain kit to a building internal drain
and proper performance of the Internal Condensate
Removal (ICR) system optional on heat pump units.
SUB-BASE
The sub-base is an optional accessory for the Zoneline
unit. It is discussed with the wall sleeve information
since deciding whether or not to use a sub-base in
the installation is a factor in the location of the wall
opening. National Electrical Code® (NEC) requires that
air conditioning units connected to voltages in excess
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
of 250 volts be “permanently connected.” There are also
some installations where units connected to voltage
sources under 250 volts may also need to be “permanently
connected.” If you are in doubt about the requirements
for a particular installation, consult Article 440 of the NEC
or the local electrical inspector. These requirements are
designed to protect personal safety and should be strictly
followed. Although NEC is cited here as a reference, all
electrical wiring and installations must conform to any
and all local electrical codes and regulations.
“Permanent connection” generally means wiring to the
unit must be contained in an enclosed “chaseway,” where
access to the wiring connections is more restrictive
than a normal line cord plugged into a receptacle. NEC
requirements may be met by using flexible or rigid conduit
to contain the wiring between the unit and a junction
box that contains the wiring connections. The conduit
is connected to the unit and to the junction box with
connectors to hold the conduit in place. The junction
box may be located in the floor or the wall of the structure,
but only approved connectors may be used outside the
unit or the junction box. The sub-base is UL® listed as a
junction box for permanent connection of a Zoneline unit.
Using a sub-base in an installation requiring permanent
connection provides a convenient, consistent location
for unit wiring to be connected to building wiring. The use
of a sub-base is not required, but the convenience and the
improved aesthetics it offers make the use of a sub-base
a viable means of permanent connection.
RAK204U — The RAK204U Series of sub-base provides
a design that fits the site needs and is available for use
with Zoneline PTAC/PTHP units. The RAK204U will most
likely be used for support of the wall sleeve and unit. The
RAK204U is the same physically as the other sub-bases
except there is no receptacle installed. Receptacles and
wiring can be field installed and, by using the RAK205CW
chaseway and the RAK4002D junction box, perform
the same function as any of the other sub-base kits by
selecting the correct receptacle and installing it in the
interior mounting plate inside the RAK204U.
230/208-volt receptacles can also be mounted in the
cover plate for easy access when direct-connect wiring
is not required. 265-volt units are to be “Permanently
(or Direct) Connected” and the external receptacle
(when wiring is not enclosed in a chaseway) does not
meet this requirement. A knockout for a fuseholder
or a disconnect is also provided in the cover plate.
The 230/208-volt sub-bases include a short, sub-base
power connection kit. Since sub-base connected units
are not considered to be line-cord connected, a Leakage
Current Detection Interrupter or Arc Fault Current
Interrupter device is not necessary.
is NEMA6-20R with 18" of #12AWG wires attached to the
receptacle. Short power connection kit included. Chaseway
included.
RAK204D20C 208/230-volt 20-amp receptacle.
Receptacle is NEMA6-20R with 18" of #12AWG wires
attached to the receptacle. Short power connection kit
included. Chaseway included.
RAK204D30C 208/230 volt 30-amp receptacle.
Receptacle is NEMA6-30R with 18" of #12AWG wires
attached to the receptacle. Short power connection kit
included. Chaseway included.
The junction box (RAK4002D for AZ45 and AZ65
Series units) that mounts on the chassis of 230/208volt sub-base connected units must be purchased
separately.
SUB-BASES FOR THE 265-VOLT UNITS:
RAK204E15C 265-volt 15-amp receptacle.
Receptacle is NEMA7-15R with 18" of #12AWG wires
attached to the receptacle. Chaseway and 3’ Power
Connection Kit included.
RAK204E20C 265-volt 20-amp receptacle.
Receptacle is NEMA7-20R with 18" of #12AWG wires
attached to the receptacle. Chaseway and 3’ Power
Connection Kit included.
RAK204E30C 265-volt 30-amp receptacle.
Receptacle is NEMA7-30R with 18" of #12AWG wires
attached to the receptacle. Chaseway and 3’ Power
Connection Kit included.
The junction box for 265-volt units is shipped with the
chassis since all 265-volt units are to be “permanently
(or direct) connected.”
There are separate internal compartments to permit
separation of low-voltage (Class 2) connections from
line-voltage connections as required by National Electrical
Code (NEC). Conduit containing building wiring enters
the sub-base through knockouts located in the rear or
bottom of the sub-base and is not accessible when the
wall sleeve is installed.
The sub-base attaches to the RAB71B wall sleeve with
two clips (field-assembled) that are screwed into fielddrilled holes in the bottom front flange of the wall sleeve.
It attaches to the RAB77B wall sleeve with clips that fit
over molded ribs without requiring the use of screws into
the wall sleeve. (See page 35 for illustration.) Since the
sub-base extends under the wall sleeve, clearance from
the inner edge of the wall sleeve to the finished wall must
be 2-3/8" or greater. The sub-base has four leveling legs
and adjustable side channels to enable the area under the
wall sleeve to be enclosed. Clearance from the bottom
edge of the wall sleeve to the finished floor must be
between 3" and 5".
The sub-base may be used as support for the chassis and
wall sleeve in installations where the wall is of insufficient
thickness to provide secure mounting of the wall sleeve.
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SUB-BASE (CONTINUED) For new construction, early
planning with the architect is necessary. Unit location,
electrical connection locations and wall openings of the
proper dimensions are essential to avoid the necessity of
rework, fillers, framing, moving electrical outlets and other
expensive modifications.
For existing construction, it is important that carpentry,
masonry and electrical work be performed by competent,
qualified personnel. Since installations in existing
construction may involve removal of building material
from the structure, locating the wall sleeve must be
done correctly.
ARCHITECTURAL WINDOW/
LOUVER INSTALLATION
Many installations utilize an architectural window/louver
combination to enhance the exterior appearance of the
building. The exterior grille for the air conditioner is built
as an integral part of the window frame. An internal drain
system is highly recommended for these installations
(see page 38). When this type of installation is made,
there must be provision in the grille work for condensate
water to drain to the exterior (including the overflow relief
drain holes) and not be routed back into the interior of
the building or into the wall cavity. Failure to allow for
the drainage of condensate water can cause extensive
damage to structural components.
The problems associated with the lack of condensate
drain consideration often show up shortly after the
air conditioners are turned on in a new building. New
buildings that have been virtually wide-open during
construction have a significant amount of moisture
in the air and in the building components that the air
conditioners start removing as they operate.
The free area in the louver section must also comply with
the requirements shown on page 43.
The wall sleeve should be anchored to the architectural
window/louver section to reduce air infiltration and
excessive vibration of the chassis and wall sleeve during
unit operation. Field-fabricated and -installed sleeve angles
are the recommended method of securing the wall sleeve
to the window/louver framework.
WINDOW, CURTAIN AND PANEL
WALL CONSTRUCTION
With this type of construction, provision for support of the
unit, other than by the wall itself, is often required. Such
support may be in the form of wood or metallic material
of the proper thickness to maintain a level sleeve. This
additional support should be located both near the wall
and at the front of the wall sleeve. Sub-base (RAK204
Series) with four leveling legs provides an excellent
support for the unit in this type of installation.
(See page 30 for details of this type of installation.)
In existing construction, common practice is to remove a
pane of glass, metal, wood, or other construction material
and build a frame around the wall sleeve. Similar filler
panel material may be installed around the sleeve for
appearance and weather seal.
MASONRY WALL CONSTRUCTION
The wall sleeve should be installed during construction
and lintels must be used to support the blocks above the
wall sleeve. The wall sleeve will not support the concrete
block. The installation instructions show how the wall
sleeve must be secured to the masonry and caulked. Do
not remove the cardboard stiffener supplied with the wall
sleeve until ready to install the chassis. (See page 31 for
details of installation in masonry wall).
For existing masonry construction, wall openings must be
made by removing concrete blocks to achieve the propersize opening. Consult the builder, architect or owner to
determine the necessity for lintels to support the block
above the wall sleeve.
Anchor bolts are normally required to secure the sleeve to
the wall and shims may be required to prevent distortion
of the wall sleeve when securing the wall sleeve to the
wall. Field- supplied sleeve angles can be used to position
and secure the wall sleeve to the wall and to cover
oversized wall openings.
BRICK, FRAME, STUCCO AND
SHINGLE CONSTRUCTION
For new construction, the opening for the wall sleeve
should be framed and the wall sleeve inserted into the
opening during construction. Lintels must be used when
the building material is heavy and is not self-supporting
(such as brick). The wall sleeve will fit an opening of six
courses of standard brick or five courses of jumbo brick.
Wall framing in this type construction is normally on
16" centers and the wall sleeve will fit a framed opening
spanning three 16" O.C. 2" x 4" stud spaces.
For existing construction, the indoor and outdoor wall
will need to be cut out, allowing for clearances of 1/8"
on all sides of the wall sleeve. Work should begin on the
inside wall. Cut the correct dimensions and mark (using
drill holes) the outside wall from each corner of the inside
cutout. Studding that interferes with the opening must be
removed and a suitable frame constructed to secure the
wall sleeve and provide adequate support for sleeve and
chassis.
As shipped, the RAB71B Series or RAB77B is ready
for installation.
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
PREPARATION OF THE WALL SLEEVE FOR ALL
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
Do not remove the stiffener from inside the wall sleeve or
the weather closure panel from the outside face of the wall
sleeve until the outdoor grille and chassis are ready to be
installed.
1. Position the wall sleeve into the wall. The room-side edge
of the RAB71B or RAB77B wall sleeve should be at least
flush with the finished wall for line-cord installations and
permanent-connection installations when no sub-base
is used, and should project into the room at least 2-3/8"
when a sub-base is used. The outside edge of the wall
sleeve should extend at least 1/4" beyond the outside wall.
This is necessary for proper caulking, to prevent sealing
the drain holes in the rear flange of the wall sleeve, and
to facilitate the installation of an accessory drain, if used.
If the minimum exterior dimensions are not met, refer to
pages 32–33.
The wall sleeve should be level from side to side and
from level to 1/4 bubble tilt to the outdoors. The
condensate disposal system in the unit is designed
to dissipate the condensate water generated during
cooling operation in accordance with AHRI standards
and actually uses this water for maximum unit
efficiency. A level unit will also ensure proper
drainage from the RAD10 drain kit to a building
internal drain and proper performance of the Internal
Condensate Removal (ICR) system optional on heat
pump units.
2. The wall sleeve should be secured to the wall at both
sides. Use a minimum of two screws or other fastening
device on each side. (See Figure 2 on page 28.) Mark the
wall sleeve on each side 2" from the bottom and 2" from
the top at a point where basic wall structure is located.
Drill wall sleeve and use fasteners appropriate for wall
construction. All holes for fasteners in the side of the
wall sleeve must be at least 2" up from the bottom of the
wall sleeve. Never locate screws or put other holes in the
bottom of the wall sleeve. The only exception is when an
RAD10 drain kit is installed to connect to an internal drain
system. (See page 37 for RAD10 drain kit information.)
If the wall opening is greater than the sleeve dimensions,
spacers must be used on the sides between the wall
sleeve and the wall support structure to prevent
distorting the wall sleeve.
3. Caulk or gasket the entire opening on the outside
between the wall sleeve and exterior wall surface (four
sides) to provide total water and air seal.
4. Caulk or gasket room-side opening between wall sleeve
and interior wall surface (four sides). Openings beneath
or around the wall sleeve can allow outdoor air to leak
into the room, resulting in increased operating costs and
improper room temperature control.
Care should be taken in location of electrical supply
entry in relationship to wall sleeve to assure access
to receptacle or junction box once unit is installed.
• Refer to page 45 for maximum power cord length.
• Permanently connected units close to finished floor
must allow for conduit clearance.
SLEEVE ANGLES
In some installations, such as curtain walls, window walls,
or where the structural material of the wall is insufficient
to support or fasten wall sleeve, sleeve angles may be
used. Sleeve angles are pieces of steel or other material of
similar structural strength that are formed to a 90° angle,
with holes to fasten the sleeve angle to the wall sleeve
and to the structural component of the wall surrounding
the wall sleeve.
The following describes the procedure when fieldfabricated and -installed sleeve angles are applied.
1. Position sleeve angles around top and sides of wall
sleeve at the desired location. Position sleeve angles
vertically on each side of wall sleeve to provide a level
installation.
2. Mark wall sleeve through holes in sleeve angles. The
lowest hole on the sides of the wall sleeve must be a
minimum of 2" above the bottom of the sleeve.
3. For RAB71B wall sleeve, drill 5/32" diameter holes
at locations marked on wall sleeve in Step 2, and
assemble angles to wall sleeve using #10 x 1/2" selftapping screws. For RAB77B wall sleeve, follow the
same procedure except use a #10 x 1/2" bolt, washer
and nut to attach sleeve angles to sleeve. Install screws
or bolts from inside
wall sleeve.
4. Do not drill any holes in bottom of wall sleeve.
Do not distort wall sleeve.
5. Do not use sleeve angles for a lintel.
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
Framing detail for this construction is as
shown in Figure 1. Note use of lintel under
first course of brick above the Zoneline
sleeve. Do not use the sleeve as a lintel.
Mounting screw holes shown are to be
made by the installer.
MOUNTING
SCREW HOLE
HEADER
LINTEL
BOLT
ANCHOR
EXPANSION
BOLT
MOLLY
OR TOGGLE
Choice of attachment devices
through both ends of sleeve or
the top. Mounting screw holes
and attachment devices by
installer.
FASTENING WALL SLEEVE
MAIN STUDS
JACK STUD
HEADER – 4" x 4" OR
2 - 2" x 4" ON EDGE
NO HOLES PERMITTED
IN BOTTOM OF Sleeve
(EXCEPTION -RAD10
DRAIN KIT)
†
†
WOOD
SCREW
NO HOLES PERMITTED IN
BOTTOM OF Sleeve
MAIN STUD
JACK STUD
(EXCEPTION - RAD10
DRAIN KIT)
2" MIN.
Note: Do not remove the stiener support
from inside the wall sleeve until the chassis
is to be installed.
FRAMING FOR WALL SLEEVE
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THIS DIMENSION
42-1/4" MIN. (RAB71)
42-3/8" MIN. (RAB77)
ADJUSTABLE FRAMING TO SECURE
SUB-FLOOR
Figure 1Figure 2
FINISHED FLOOR
JACK STUDS
16-1/4" MIN. RAB7B
Brick Veneer and Frame Construction
16-1/2" MIN. RAB77B
CRIPPLE
MAIN STUD
JACK STUD
†WORKS FOR ALL RAB71 OR RAB77
SERIES WALL SLEEVE
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
CAULK*
1/4"
GRILLE
OUTDOOR
RAB71B 16"
RAB77B 16-1/4"
*Caulk around
perimeter of
wall sleeve
all four sides
where it joins
the building
- Interior and
Exterior.
SUB-BASE CONNECTED
Frame and Brick Veneer Installation
WALL SECTION – DETAILED SIDE VIEW
LINTEL
Min.
2-3/8"
CAULK*
CAULK*
STEEL LINTEL
BY INSTALLER
RAB71B 13-3/4"
RAB77B 13-7/8"
20-13/16" (RAB71B)
20-15/16" (RAB77B)
MOUNTING SCREWS
GRILLE
OUTDOOR
2" MIN.
WALL Sleeve
SIDE CHANNEL
ROOM
CABINET
2-3/8"
CAULK*
3-11/16"
3" MIN.
5" MAX.
1/4"
MIN.
(RAK204)
SUB-BASE
OR TOP OF
FINISHED FLOOR
RAG60 1/4"
RAG61, 62, 63 1-3/8"
RAG67 1-1/4"
CARPET
CAULK*
(ALTERNATE ENTRY)
POWER SUPPLY CONDUIT
CORD-SET CONNECTED
CAULK*
CONDUIT
RAB71B 16"
RAB77B 16-1/4"
BY INSTALLER
MOUNTING SCREWS
RAB71B 13-3/4"
RAB77B 13-7/8"
20-13/16" (RAB71B)
20-15/16" (RAB77B)
WALL Sleeve
ROOM
CABINET
2" MIN.
CAULK*
POWER SUPPLY
WALL RECEPTACLE
OR TOP OF
FINISHED FLOOR
(BY OTHERS)
CARPET
*Caulk around perimeter of wall sleeve all four sides
where it joins the building - Interior and Exterior.
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
16"
ROOM
CABINET
16"
RAB71B
16-1/4"
RAB77B
3" MIN.
5" MAX.
(RAK204)
SUB-BASE
FLOOR
LEVELING LEG
SUPPLY
POWER
CONDUIT
(ALTERNATE ENTRY)
SUB-BASE CONNECTEDCORD-SET CONNECTED
WALL SECTION – DETAILED SIDE VIEW
WALL OR
WINDOW
Sleeve ANGLE (FIELD
SUPPLIED)
Gasket and
caulk around
perimeter of
RAB71B 22-13/16"
wall sleeve
all four sides
where it joins
RAB77B 22-13/16"
WITH RAG60
WITH RAG61-63
RAB71B 21-1/16"
RAB77B 21-3/16"
the building
16"
GRILLE
OUTDOOR
ROOM
CABINET
WALL Sleeve
SIDE
CHANNEL
GASKET
(FIELD
RECEPTACLE
(BY OTHERS)
SUPPLIED)
FLOOR
30
16"
RAB71B
WITH RAG60
WITH RAG61-63
RAB71B 21-1/16"
RAB77B 22-15/16"
RAB77B 21-3/16"
Sleeve ANGLE (FIELD
perimeter of
wall sleeve
all four sides
SUPPLIED)
where it joins
the building
Window, 2" curtain or panel wall installation with rag rear grille extended beyond outer wall surface
Gasket and
caulk around
RAB71B 22-13/16"
16-1/4"
RAB77B
OUTDOOR
WALL Sleeve
GRILLE
USE NO
SCREWS IN
BOTTOM OF
FIELD SUPPLIED
MIN. 2 SUPPORTS
Sleeve
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
SIDE VIEW OF
ALTERNATE
HIGH MOUNT
With conduit
power supply.
A
CAULK*
16" RAB71B
16-1/8" RAB77B
*Caulk around
perimeter of wall sleeve
all four sides where it
joins the building -
Interior and Exterior.
CAULK*
Manufacturer Required
Minimum Installation Clearance
Dimension
A
0" Minimum
1/4" (See note 1)
Allow For Electrical Wiring 0" Min. (See page 29)
B
C
A
3" Minimum
0" Minimum 2" Recommended
See pages 39-40 for ducted application.
E
D
CAULK*
NOTE:
C
1. FOR OUTSIDE FLUSH MOUNTING SEE PAGE 35 FOR DRAIN INSTALLATION.
13-1/8"
MAX. WALL THICKNESS
CAULK*
E
INSIDE
D
ADJACENT WALL
LINTEL
RAB71B 13-3/4"
ROOM
CABINET
RAB77B 13-7/8"
7-1/16"
CAULK*
CONDUIT
FIELD
B
SUPPLIED
FINISH FLOOR
FRONT VIEW
are also applicable to other types of construction
WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION – CORD-SET CONNECTED
Example: block and veneer – dimensional data and comments
CAULK*
Sleeve
RAB71B 42"
RAB77B 42-1/8"
FINISHED
EXTERIOR WALL
RAB71B 13-3/4"
RAB77B 13-7/8"
CAULK*
27-1/4"
ROOM CABINET
D
FINISHED
EXTERIOR
WALL
TOP VIEW
2-1/2"
*Caulk around perimeter of wall sleeve all four sides
where it joins the building - Interior and Exterior.
ADJACENT WALL
ROOM CABINET
WALL OPENING
16-1/4" x 42-1/4" MIN. FOR RAB71B
16-1/2" x 42-3/8" MIN. FOR RAB77B
ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE (BY OTHERS).
FLUSH MOUNTED.
See page 45 for line cord length.
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
CAULK*
1/4" MIN.
Sleeve
EXT.
WALL -
ANY
CONSTRUCTION
RAB71B/77BROOM
CABINET
flashing should be non-ferrous metals. Minimal
acceptable material: Galvanized G-90 painted.
CAULK*
SEE DETAIL
SECTION A-A
*Caulk around perimeter of wall sleeve all four sides
where it joins the building - Interior and Exterior.
EXTENSION
ALL 4 FLANGES
WALL Sleeve
SECTION A-A
BASEPAN/FLANGE DESIGN
SHOWING SEALANT LOCATIONS.
ALL 4
SIDES
FLASHING
WALL
†WORKS FOR ALL RAB71 OR RAB77 SERIES WALL SLEEVE
5. Suggested materials for sleeve extension and
ALL 4
CAULK*
CAULK*
D
AS REQ'D.
CUT DRAIN SLOTS
IN BOTH FLANGES
(FOUR REQUIRED)
TO MATCH DRAIN
HOLES IN RAB71B/77B
SIDES
METAL SLEEVE EXTENSION FOR WALLS DEEPER THAN 13-1/8" (11-1/8" WITH SUB-BASE)
6-1/4" ± 1/4"
FLANGES AND
DRAIN HOLE
LOCATIONS
SAME AS ON
WALL Sleeve
1" WIDE
45° DRIP LIP
SEALANT - ALL
FOUR (4) FLANGES
procedures described for a standard installation. See
diagrams below. The assembly should be sealed or
caulked to the wall around all four sides both outdoors and
indoors.
to installation in the wall opening. A quality-grade sealant
should be applied to all four (4)butting flanges. Use bolts
and nuts or oversized self-tapping screws (driven from the
wall sleeve to the extension) to attach the two assemblies.
2. The wall sleeve and extension should be connected prior
units can be installed in walls of greater
®
Field fabricated – GE Appliances recommends the use of one of the deeper RAB71† wall sleeves offered as special order items.
Clean all drain holes of excess sealant. The assembly must
be free draining.
3. Install flashing, using a quality-grade sealant between the
flashing and wall as shown in section A-A below.
4. Install the wall sleeve/extension assembly following
NOTE: The wall sleeve/extension assembly should be level.
SPLITTER BETWEEN
AIR INTAKE AND
DISCHARGE
10-5/8" ± 1/4"
EXTENSION
(FIELD
SUPPLIED)
1-1/2"
(4 SIDES)
13-3/4" + D"
RAB71B/77B
WALL Sleeve
FLASHING (FIELD SUPPLIED)
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GE Zoneline
depth than the wall sleeve. Where the sleeve recession
is less than 3" and where it is possible to waterproof
extension depth “D” should allow for a minimum
outdoor projection of 1/4". This allows for room
cabinet clearance to the finished wall and ample
surfaces to apply sealant or caulking for a tight
weather seal between the completed wall sleeve/
extension assembly and the wall opening. It is
recommended that the extension be painted and
corner and lap joints be additionally sealed with
the exposed sides and top of the opening, the
suggested procedure is to apply a flashing to the
bottom of the wall sleeve as shown on page 33. Where
waterproofing is questionable or not possible, or for
installations in walls of greater depth, the following
is a suggested application procedure. It involves the
field fabrication of a sleeve extension. Since the wall
sleeve is a water - bearing container, the extension
likewise must also be water-bearing and the
connection between the two must be watertight. The
sleeve extension must contain splitters to prevent
recirculation of the outdoor air circuit.
1. The sleeve extension is field fabricated. The
a quality-grade sealant.
2" MIN.
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
GRILLE
OUTDOOR
B
B
C
FLASHING
CAULK*
Sleeve
1" WIDE 45° DRIP LIP
*Caulk around perimeter of wall sleeve all four sides
where it joins the building - Interior and Exterior.
A
D
A
DIMENSIONS:
A. DISTANCE FROM GRILLE OR Sleeve TO OUTSIDE SURFACE OF WALL PLUS 2" TO 4"
(TO INSERT UNDER Sleeve).
B. 1" DRIP LIP (MINIMUM)
C. 42" PLUS - SUFFICIENT TO FIT SNUGGLY UNDER AND UP AROUND THE Sleeve.
D. 2" MINIMUM
(CAUTION: WHEN CAULKING DO NOT BLOCK DRAIN HOLES IN Sleeve OR GRILLE.)
IF GRILLE IS TO BE MOUNTED TO WALL SURFACE "A" SPLITTERS MUST BE USED.
(SEE PAGE 32.)
ALTERNATE – SLEEVE RECESSION LESS THAN 3" WITH SIDES AND TOP OF WALL OPENING WATERPROOF, FLASHING ON BOTTOM ONLY
For an installation that
will provide better
protection against water
infiltration, GE Appliances
recommends the use of
one of the deeper
RAB71B Series wall
sleeves offered as special-
order items.
(See page 23.)
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
*Caulk around
perimeter of
wall sleeve
all four sides
where it joins
the building
- Interior and
Exterior.
A
11-1/8"
2-3/8" Minimum
1/4" (See note 1)
Manufacturer Required
3" Min. (5" MAX.)
MAX. WALL THICKNESS
Minimum Installation Clearance
0" Minimum 2" Recommended
See pages 39–41 for ducted application.
C
CAULK*
RAB71B 16"
RAB77B 16-1/4"
CAULK*
2-3/8" MIN. Sleeve
EDGE TO FINISHED
13-3/4"
WALL
SIDE VIEW
Dimension
are also applicable to other types of construction
3-11/16"
CABINET
ROOM
B
C
A
D
NOTE:
1. FOR OUTSIDE FLUSH MOUNTING SEE PAGE 32 FOR
FLASHING INSTALLATION.
MOUNTING SCREWS
AND HOLES BY
INSTALLER
CAULK*
B
LEVELING SCREWS
RAB71B 16"
RAB77B 16-1/4"
(ALTERNATES)
CONDUIT ENTRY
(2) SUB-BASE BODY
(2) SIDE EXTENSIONS
FINISHED FLOOR
FINISHED FLOOR
INTERIOR
WALL
WITH WALL
Sleeve SHOWN
IN PLACE
2-3/8"
C
RAB71B 13-3/4"
RAB77B 13-7/8"
SIDE VIEW
7/ 8 "
D
SEE NOTE
LEFT SIDE
1-1/2"
1-5/16"
LEVELING SCREW
LEVELING SCREW
3" MIN.
ADJUSTABLE
TO 5"
TOP VIEW
8.80"
18.86"1.5"
10.30"
KNOCKOUT SIZE
LARGE 1-1/8" DIA.
SMALL 7/8" DIA.
RAB71B/77B WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION - RAK204 SERIES SUB-BASE CONNECTED
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Example: frame and brick veneer - dimensional data and comments
LEVELING SCREW
2-3/8"
MIN.
FINISHED
INTERIOR
WALL
42"
FRONT VIEW
KNOCKOUTS
(ENCLOSURE)
BACK VIEW
5.15"7.70"
5.15"7.70"
RECOMMEND 2" TO
INTERIOR ADJACENT
WALL BOTH SIDES.
D
12-3/4"12-7/8"13"
WALL
INTERIOR
ADJACENT
4 REAR; 4 BOTTOM
*SHOWN WITH ACCESS COVERS REMOVED.
NOTE: CAUTION - REMOVE KNOCKOUTS FROM INSIDE OUT.
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WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION DATA (CONTINUED)
Sleeve
MOLDED
TYPE “E”
SUB-BASE
MOUNTING CLIP
RAK4002D
NOTE: TYPE “E”
MOUNTING CLIP MUST
BE USED WITH MOLDED
Sleeve.
RAB71B
USE WITH
“D”
TYPE
RAB77B
USE WITH
“E”
TYPE
RAB71B/77B Wall Sleeve
CHASEWAY OPTION
(Shown Without Chassis and Wall Sleeve for Installation Location Only.)
GREEN
SCREW
GROUND
(TYPE “C”)
METAL Sleeve
6"
SCREW
TYPE “A”
TYPE “D”
SCREW CLIP
TYPE “A” TYPE “B” TYPE “C”
TO SECURE
SIDE CHANNELS
6 REQ’D. 2 REQ’D. 8 REQ’D.
SCREW
TYPE “C”
RAK204 SERIES SUB-BASE INSTALLATION AND ELECTRICAL DATA
ACCESS PLATES
NOTE: IF METAL Sleeve DOES NOT HAVE SCREW HOLES, 5/32" DIA. HOLES MUST
BE DRILLED 6" FROM EACH SIDE IN FRONT FLANGE. (SEE INSERT).
SCREW
5/32" DIA. HOLE (SEE NOTE)
FOR SECURING TYPE “D”
CLIPS TO SLEEVE USING
TYPE “B” SCREW
TYPE “A” SCREWS
TYPE “C”
6"
SCREW
TYPE “A”
Electrical wiring may enter the sub-base through any of the knockout holes provided in the sub-base.
Knockout holes in the sub-base access plate may accommodate a receptacle, which allows the use of a power cord (if permitted by code for
the particular installation). A knockout for a circuit breaker, fuseholder or a disconnect is also provided. See page 25 for description of electrical
SIDE CHANNELS ARE ADJUSTABLE
FROM 13-3/4" TO 2-3/8" IN LENGTH
BY BREAKING OFF SECTIONS OF SIDE
CHANNELS.
contents of these sub-bases.
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CONDENSATE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
COOLING CONDENSATE
Air conditioners produce condensate water as a result
of lowering the humidity of the area being conditioned.
When the indoor coil temperature is below the dew point,
moisture in the air condenses into water droplets on the
indoor coil. This water drains to a pan located under the
indoor coil and is routed through the weather barrier or
bulkhead (the partition separating the indoor and outdoor
sides of the unit) to the base pan on the outdoor side.
It is then picked up and dispersed against the outdoor coil
- which is hot when the unit is in the air conditioning mode
– where it is evaporated into the atmosphere by contact
with the hot outdoor coil. This evaporation process also
helps lower the temperature of the outdoor coil and
improves the operating efficiency of the unit.
SLINGER RING SYSTEMS
Packaged terminal units employ various means of
dispersing the condensate water. One of the most popular,
and most effective, means is by the use of a “slinger ring.”
A slinger ring is a ring around the circumference of the
outdoor fan. The design of the unit positions the slinger
ring very close to the bottom of the base pan so water
in the base pan is lifted by the rotating ring. Water picked
up by the slinger ring will be dispersed into the air stream
and deposited on the hot outdoor coil where it evaporates.
All Zoneline® Series packaged terminal air conditioners
and packaged terminal heat pumps utilize a slinger ring
for cooling condensate disposal.
CERTIFICATION TEST REQUIREMENTS
AHRI (Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigerating Institute)
requires that all certified packaged terminal air conditioners
and packaged terminal heat pumps pass a cooling
condensate disposal test. One stipulation of the AHRI test
is that under standard rating conditions “the equipment
shall be started with its condensate collection pan filled
to the overflowing point.” In order to pass the AHRI
Condensate Disposal Test the unit must operate
continuously for four hours without condensed water
dripping, running, or blowing off the unit during the test
or after the unit has been turned off.
Under extremely high outdoor humidity conditions or
extreme operating conditions, such as exceptionally high
air infiltration (a door or window left open while the unit
is running, for instance) it is possible for any air conditioner
to be unable to dissipate all the cooling condensate
generated.
All Zoneline Series packaged terminal air conditioners
and packaged terminal heat pumps meet the condensate
disposal requirements of AHRI standards 310/380.
HEAT PUMP CONDENSATE
During the operation of a unit in the heat pump, or “reverse
cycle,” mode, the outdoor coil becomes the cold coil and
the indoor coil becomes the hot coil due to reversing the
flow of the refrigerant. When the temperature of the
outdoor coil is below the dew point, condensation will form
on the outdoor coil just as it does on the indoor coil during
cooling operation. Since the dew point is humidity and
temperature-related, there may be more condensate on
days when the relative humidity is high.
HEAT PUMP CONDENSATE DISPOSAL
Since the outdoor coil is cold during heat pump
operation, the condensate water cannot be deposited
on the outdoor coil because the water would cause frost
to form on the coil. This frost would block the airflow
through the coil. Rather than allow this problem to occur,
heat pump units must dispose of the condensate in
another manner. The most widely used method of
disposing of heat pump condensate is with a
temperature-activated drain valve.
TEMPERATURE-ACTIVATED DRAIN VALVE
This is a device mounted in the base
pan of a heat pump unit with a bellows
that expands on temperature rise and
contracts with temperature drop.
A shaft with a rubber plug on the end
is connected to the bellows. When the
outdoor temperature remains above a certain
temperature, the bellows is expanded and the plug fits
tightly into a hole in the bottom, or base pan, of the unit.
When the plug is blocking the hole, as it should be during
cooling operation, the condensate water is contained in
the base pan. At temperatures when heating is required,
the bellows contracts, the rubber plug is retracted from
the hole and the heat pump condensate water is allowed
to drain into the wall sleeve. The valve is fully open at
approximately 45°F.
DRAIN KITS
Although the Zoneline units are designed to dissipate
most of the condensate generated during normal
cooling operation, there may be times when abnormal
operating conditions cause more condensate than the
unit can dissipate. Heat pumps also generate condensate
that the unit may not be designed to dissipate. For these
reasons, if condensate dripping from the wall sleeve is
objectionable, an internal or external drain system should
be installed. See pages 37–38 for information covering
the drain systems and the RAD10 kit available to connect
to the wall sleeve.
INTERNAL CONDENSATE REMOVAL (ICR) SYSTEM
GE has developed an Internal Condensate Removal (ICR)
system for packaged terminal heat pumps. This system
has been offered as an option on Zoneline packaged
terminal Heat Pumps since 1982, and thousands of them
are in use. During heat pump operation, the ICR system
utilizes a small pump to lift the water from the base pan
and pump it into a collector tray positioned above the
indoor coil. The water drains from the collector tray and
drips onto the warm indoor coil where it is evaporated
into the room atmosphere. If an excess amount of water
is pumped to the indoor side, it is routed back to the
outdoor portion of the base pan.
The ICR system has proven to be an effective means of
minimizing the amount of heat pump condensate
dripping from the unit. However, if the restrictions of a
particular installation will allow absolutely no drippage
of condensate water from the wall sleeve, the installation
of an internal or external drain system is recommended.
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Units with ICR may not be installed in seacoast or other corrosive enivionment applications.
ICR model not compatible with RAKVENT1 kit and Makeup Air models.
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CONDENSATE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS (CONTINUED)
AND SCREWS ARE
INCLUDED WITH RAD10
DRAIN KIT. USE EITHER
THE 90° ELBOW TUBE
OR THE STRAIGHT
TUBE DEPENDING
UPON THE
REQUIREMENTS
OF THE PARTICULAR
INSTALLATION.
NOTE: SHADED PARTS
CABINET
FLOOR
SEE PAGE 38 NOTE #6
Alternate
6" long, 1/2"
O.D. straight
copper tube.
SQUARE DRAIN HOLES
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
WALL SleeveROOM
Sleeve ANGLES (FIELD SUPPLIED)
GRILLE
EXTERIOR
90° ELBOW
Caulk around
perimeter of
wall sleeve
all four sides
where it joins
the building.
DRAIN TUBE
3"
4"
Sleeve
PROJECTION
BEYOND WALL
FIELD SUPPLIED
MIN. 2 SUPPORTS
WALL SLEEVE WITH RAD10 DRAIN KIT
External Drain. See page 38 for internal drain.
“B”
PLASTIC
SCREWS
“A”
METAL
1/2" O.D. 90° ELBOW DRAIN TUBE
NEOPRENE SPONGE GASKET
STEEL MOUNTING PLATE
USE TYPE “A” SCREW FOR METAL Sleeve (RAB71B)
AND TYPE “B” SCREW FOR MOLDED Sleeve
(RAB77B)
WATER DRAINAGE - Precipitation entering the unit through the outdoor louver may not be removed
entirely by the condensate removal system. The base pan flange is designed to allow excess water, either
condensate water or precipitation, to flow into the wall sleeve and drain through two square drain holes
in the rear of the wall sleeve. If there is more water in the wall sleeve than can be drained through these
holes it will drain through the three overflow drain holes. These drain holes must not be blocked when
mounting or caulking the wall sleeve.
For those installations where water draining from the drain holes is objectionable or where positive
drainage is desired, the RAD10 drain kit is available with either a 90° elbow or a 6" straight tube to be
used either to connect to a field-supplied drain line or to allow the water to drip free rather than drain
down the surface of the building.
NOTE: Drain kit using either the 90° elbow tube or the straight tube may be installed without
modification when using RAG60 exterior grille. Drain kit using the 90° elbow tube may be installed
without modification when using RAG61 through RAG63 exterior grilles. Modification must be made
to the RAG61 through RAG63 exterior grilles when using the straight tube. Modification must be made
to the RAG67 grille if using either the 90° elbow tube or the straight tube (see installation instructions
with the RAG67 grille).
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CONDENSATE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS (CONTINUED)
BELOW
SEE DETAIL
the sleeve bottom in the bottom outer
flange provide overflow drainage to the
outdoors when wind-driven rain enters the
in the bottom outer flange of the wall sleeve
are sealed by the gaskets and mounting
plates shown above.
5. With the RAD10 the two square drain holes
6. Two 1/2" diameter holes located 1/4" above
chassis.
holes in rear flange of wall sleeve.
drain holes (and associated screw holes) in
rear corners of the wall sleeve. The RAD10
drain kit will interfere with the seal and fit of
the sleeve to the inside face of the integral
window louver system.
(see wall sleeve installation instructions) and
integral window louver system to prevent the
NOTE: If using RAD10 internal drain kit with
an integral window louver system special
attention should be paid to:
• Allowance for drainage from overflow drain
• Alternative methods for sealing square
elements from entering the structure.
• Sealing of wall sleeve to the building structure
WALL SLEEVE WITH RAD10 DRAIN KIT
Internal Drain. See page 37 for external drain.
INCLUDED WITH RAD10 DRAIN
KIT. THE 90° ELBOW TUBE IS
RECOMMENDED FOR INTERNAL
DRAIN INSTALLATION.
NOTE: SHADED PARTS AND SCREWS
HOLES
SEE NOTE 6
SQUARE DRAIN
OVERFLOW RELIEF DRAIN
NEOPRENE SPONGE GASKET
STEEL MOUNTING PLATE
USE TYPE “A” SCREW FOR METAL Sleeve (RAB71B)
AND TYPE “B” SCREW FOR MOLDED Sleeve
bottom of the wall sleeve when it is
desired to drain condensate to an
internal drain system in the building.
1. The RAD10 drain kit is installed in the
GASKET
(RAB77B)
must be installed on the drain tube and
connected to the internal drain system in
locating the necessary three holes in the
sleeve bottom —two to provide a securing
means and one to provide a drain hole for
the 1/2" OD tubing (see details at left).
Paint raw edges of drilled holes with rust
of the wall sleeve prior to installation of
the sleeve in the wall. It may be located an
where on the room-side portion except
for sub-base installations. For these the
drain should be at least 3" from the indoor
edge of the sleeve so as to adequately
TUBE
clear the sub-base.
1/2" OD
3. A template is furnished with the kit for
COVER
2. The drain kit is mounted on the bottom
CABINET BOTTOM
preventive paint.
PLATE
the building.
4. A tube or hose 1/2" I.D. (obtained locally)
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“B”
PLASTIC
SCREWS
“A”
METAL
DETAIL
USE TYPE “A” SCREWS FOR BOTH RAB71B AND RAB77B
NUT
(MOLDED Sleeve (RAB77B) ONLY)
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DUCTED INSTALLATIONS
AZ45 AND AZ65 SERIES ZONELINE® UNITS MAY
BE USED IN DUCTED INSTALLATIONS.
With a ducted installation it is possible to condition the air
in two areas that have a common wall separating them.
A special adapter mounts on the wall sleeve and a transition
piece directs the air from the unit into the adapter duct.
Instructions for mounting the adapter to the wall sleeve
are included with the duct adapter. The adapter contains a
grille that allows air from the unit to be discharged into the
primary room and the adapter connects to a duct extension
that allows the air to flow to the adjoining room. Ducting
a unit may allow a single unit to be used rather than a
separate unit in each room, providing a means of reducing
initial equipment cost. The duct may extend a total of 15
feet (with a field-fabricated insulated duct extension) in one
direction, either to the right or to the left of the unit. A baffle
or damper installed in the discharge duct of the adapter is
provided from the factory to provide approximately 70%
air discharge into the primary room (room in which the unit
is installed) and 30% into the secondary (adjacent) room.
Completely removing the discharge damper will result in
approximately 80% air discharge into the primary room and
20% into the secondary room.
The installation of the wall sleeve and sub-base, if used, is
the same for units being ducted as for free-standing
units. The duct adapter support bracket overlaps the wall
sleeve by 1" and the bracket and mounting screws add
approximately 3/8" (3/16" on each side) to the width of the
wall sleeve. If less than 1" of the wall sleeve projects into the
room it will be necessary to allow for the additional width in
the opening for the wall sleeve. The duct adapter mounting
brackets should be mounted prior to installing the sleeve in
the wall.
Refer to pages 40–41 for drawings of ducted installations.
Prior to the installation of the transition from the room
cabinet to the adapter, it will be necessary to remove the
discharge grille from the room cabinet. Instructions for this
modification are included with the duct adapter.
NEW DUCTED INSTALLATIONS
COMPONENTS
Duct Adapter RAK6053 — The duct adapter is secured
to each side of the wall sleeve and requires the drilling of
mounting holes in the wall sleeve during installation.
A template for the hole
location is in the installation
instructions. By securing the
duct adapter to the wall sleeve,
the chassis retains the slide-out
feature for servicing after
the transition piece is removed.
Duct Extension RAK601B — This kit contains a 44"-long
insulated duct, a register mounting collar, and an air supply
register. It can be secured to the duct adapter at either end
of the adapter. This duct may be cut at any dimension and
used in two applications, providing the sum of the two duct
lengths necessary does not exceed the 44" length.
DUCT
ADAPTER
RAK6053
Even in single applications, the mounting flange must be
cut off one end of the duct to accept the collar and supply
register.
DUCT EXTENSION,
MOUNTING COLLAR
AND REGISTER
RAK602B
Mounting Collar and Supply Register RAK602B —Are
components included in the duct extension kit RAK601B.
They may be ordered separately for installations where
two duct extensions are made from one RAK601B.
DUCTED APPLICATION
CONSIDERATIONS
When designing a ducted application, some application
considerations to be made include:
1. Do not exceed the 15-foot-length maximum for the
duct extension. Field-supplied duct extension must be
completely insulated with minimum of 1/2" insulation.
2. The duct must be a straight run. Turns or bends in the
duct extension create air pressure drops that the unit
is not designed to overcome.
3. Turn the “Duct Mode” on in the auxiliary control
settings (Mode 7). This increases the fan speed to
ensure proper circulation.
4. Minimum recommended clearance between the unit
and the adjacent wall is 2".
5. Provisions for return air must be made to allow air
circulation from secondary room. Doors in both
secondary and primary rooms may be undercut or a
return grille may be installed through a common wall.
6. When calculating the heat gain/heat loss, take both
areas into consideration.
7. Duct adapters are not for use on Dry Air 25 models or
Makeup Air models.
8. For best room temperature regulation, remote
thermostats should be used with Makeup Air models.
5. Filler strip (field supplied) actual width depends upon wall sleeve projection
of unit and wall.
into room. A flush installation to finished wall (i.e., no filler strip) can
be made.
from secondary room. Doors in both secondary and primary rooms may
6. Unit must be installed to provide at least a 2" clearance between side
be undercut or a return grille may be installed through common wall.
7. Provisions for return air must be made in order to allow air circulation
8. For replacement of previous-design units, see pages 39, 42 and 55–56.
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DUCTED INSTALLATIONS (CONTINUED)
Caulk around
perimeter of
wall sleeve
all four sides
where it joins
the building
- Interior and
Exterior.
RAG60 - 1/4"
RAG61-63 - 1-3/8"
RAG67 - 1-1/4"
Sub-Base Installation
2-3/8"*
MIN.
1/4"
MAX.
6-1/2"11-1/8"
RAK6053
ADAPTER
7-3/32"
2-29/32"
CAULK
CAULK
TRANSITION
DUCT
CAULK
WALL Sleeve
CAULK
FILLER STRIP (SEE NOTE 5 ON PAGE 40)
RAK204
ROOM
CABINET
3" MIN.
5" MAX.
16-1/8"
FLOOR
FINISHED
3-11/16"
*2-3/8" min. when installed with RAK204.
See page 40 for all notes
DUCTED DETAILED SIDE VIEWS - AZ45/AZ65 SERIES
Line Cord Installation
MAX.
12-3/4"
ANY CONSTRUCTION
6-1/2"
RAK6053
ADAPTER
RAG60 - 1/4"
RAG61-63 - 1-3/8"
1/4"
MIN.
2-29/32"
10"7-3/32"
CAULK
CAULK
3/4" MIN.
WALL TO
DUCT
TRANSITION
Sleeve EDGE
16-1/8"
WALL Sleeve
ROOM
CABINET
CAULK*
RECEPTACLE
(BY OTHERS
FLOOR
FINISHED
CAULK*
ALT. LOCATIONS)
RAG67 - 1-1/4"
*Caulk around perimeter of wall sleeve all four sides
where it joins the building - Interior and Exterior.
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DUCTED INSTALLATIONS (CONTINUED)
The design of the Zoneline chassis has changed over the
years to provide better performance and appearance,
therefore, some of the components used in ducted
applications have changed. Select the proper components
from the information below. The best procedure in
determining the correct kit is to measure the existing duct
extension cross section.
Existing Duct Extension cross-section measurements:
8-3/8" H x 6-1/2" W (used prior to 1988)
Duct Adapter RAK7013 — This duct adapter will allow
the replacement of a new chassis (AZ45 or AZ65 Series
unit) into an existing ducted application. This adapter will
align properly with the duct extension and will eliminate
the need to modify the wall opening. In order to minimize
replacement costs, some of the components of the old
duct adapter must be removed and used in the new
installation. Consult the Installation Instructions of the
RAK7013 before removing and discarding the old duct
adapter. (See notes on pages 51-52.)
Existing Duct Extension Cross-Section Measurements:
7-3/32" H x 6 -1/2" W
Duct Transition RAK7023 — This transition duct will allow
the replacement of a previous Zoneline chassis with a new
AZ45/AZ65 series. (See notes on pages 51-52.)
molded grille and frame assembly provides improved
appearance, protection and weatherability. Molded of
durable polycarbonate, the surfaces of the grille have
a colorfast, slightly textured finish which blends well with
most types of wall surfaces. The grilles can be painted
in the field to match the building for improved aesthetics.
Colors: RAG61 — Beige
RAG62 — Maple
RAG63 — Dark brown
EXTERIOR GRILLES
Four styles of outdoor grilles are available for exterior
treatments. The standard stamped aluminum grille
(RAG60), the molded architectural louvered exterior
grilles (RAG61-63) and the extruded aluminum architectural
louvered grille (RAG67). All grilles include
air deflectors (RAK40) and gaskets to prevent
condenser air recirculation.
RAG60 Outdoor Grille — The standard exterior grille is
made of durable aluminum to protect chassis components
and prevent air recirculation.
RAG60
OUTDOOR
GRILLE
RAG67
RAG67 Extruded Aluminum Grille — The RAG67 is made
from extruded anodized aluminum for use where an
aluminum architectural grille is preferred. The RAG67
comes in a clear finish and may be special ordered from
GE Appliances in other colors. Minimum order quantities
may be required. Contact your GE Appliances salesperson
for details.
All grilles are installed and secured to the wall sleeve from
the inside. Keyhole slots in the rear flange of the sleeve allow
the grille to be placed in position before securing it firmly
to the wall sleeve.
Replacement of existing units: If an existing grille is
not replaced, capacity and efficiency will be reduced
and the unit may fail to operate properly or fail
prematurely. If the existing grill is from 1992 to
present and has deflectors, the RAK40 is not needed.
A deflector kit, RAK40, must be used with grilles
that were not designed for current AZ Series
GE Appliances’ Zoneline® units. The RAK40 contains
air deflectors and gaskets that mount to the chassis
to direct the hot exhaust air away from the air intake
to allow the unit to function properly. If RAK40
deflectors are used on the chassis, all old deflectors
on the exterior grille must be removed. All grilles used
with GE Appliances’ Zoneline units must comply with
requirements of Exterior Architectural Treatments
and Special Outdoor Grilles (See page 43).
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EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL TREATMENTS AND SPECIAL
OUTDOOR GRILLES
The architectural design of a building may dictate the
use of special or oversized louvers for aesthetic reasons.
Louvers other than standard Zoneline® exterior grilles
may be used on the Zoneline unit, however, these special
louvers, or any special exterior architectural treatments
of the building facade that may restrict the free
circulation of condenser airflow, should be referred to
GE Appliances Application Engineering for evaluation
and approval. The following guidelines should be
followed in selecting a louver:
1. The louver must have a minimum of 65% free area.
ASHRAE defines "free area" as the minimum area of
the opening in an air inlet or outlet through which air
can pass. Percent (%) free area equals the X dimension
divided by the Y dimension.
2. The louver should be attached to the wall sleeve in a
manner that will prevent recirculation of condenser
discharge air into the air inlet. If the louver is not
attached directly to the wall sleeve, a field-supplied
splitter or gasket is required between the chassis and
the louver to prevent recirculation.
It is important that the above criteria be followed since
a louver that is too restrictive or allows recirculation will
reduce the unit’s capacity and efficiency, increase the
electrical current draw, cause intermittent operation
due to the compressor overload protector shutting the
compressor off, and cause failure of the compressor
overload protector and shorten compressor life. Using
the unit with a grille that is too restrictive or allows
recirculation may constitute improper installation and
will void the unit's warranty.
A scale drawing of the louver section should be sent
to GE Appliances Application Engineering. To assure
the proper performance of the Zoneline unit and comply
with Underwriters Laboratories® requirements, it may be
necessary to send a sample louver section (at least 16" x
42") to an independent lab to be tested with the
Zoneline unit.
Sample Calculations
Free Area (%) =
F.A. % =
x
x 100 x = 1" y = 1.5"
y
1
x 100 = 66.7%
1.5
POWER CONNECTION FOR AZ45 AND AZ65 SERIES ZONELINE® UNITS
All AZ45 and AZ65 Series Zoneline units are equipped
with universal heaters allowing chassis installation
flexibility. The Zoneline units are connected to the
building power supply by a unique power connection
kit. By utilizing a separate universal power connection
kit, each unit is capable of providing various outputs of
electric resistance heat to more closely meet the heating
requirements of the particular room, thereby increasing
the installation flexibility of the particular chassis. This
power connection kit is the only means of supplying
power to the Zoneline chassis.
The appropriate kit is determined by the voltage, the
means of electrical connection, either line-cord
connected or permanently connected, and the desired
resistance heat output that may be supported by the
branch circuit.
230/208 VOLT
LINE CORD
CONNECTED UNITS
Line Cord Kits consist
of a self-aligning
four-pin molded
connector that
plugs into a mating
connector on the
Zoneline chassis
and insulated line
cord with an
electrical plug
on the end.
23 0/208 VO LT7,000/9,00012,000/15,000
LINE CORD KITRAK315PRAK320PRAK330PRAK315PRAK320PRAK330P
Tot a l Watts2,410/1,9903, 420/2,8304,830/3,990 2,430/2,0203,450/2,8604,860/4,020
Heater BTU8,100/6,60011,600/9,40016,300/13,400 8,100/6,6 0011,600/9,40016,300/13,400
Tot a l Am p s10.5/9.614. 9/13.621.0/19. 210.6/9.715 .1/13.821.2/19.3
MCA152025152025
Recommended
Protective
Device (MOCP)
Total watts and total amps include electric heat and fan motor
* 30-amp heater wattage is reduced in low fan operation.
15 amp timedelay fuse or
breaker
FOUR PIN CONNECTOR
AND 20 AMP PERSONALITY PLUG
The configuration of the electrical plug conforms to Nation
Electrical Code (NEC) standards for the circuit amperage,
and the configuration of the extra personality plug
determines the heater wattage and current requirements
when it is plugged into the Zoneline chassis. If the four pin
connector does not have a personality plug (or the plug is
not connected) the unit identifies it as a 15 amp circuit.
The power connection kit is selected by the amperage of
the circuit where it will be installed. Each line cord kit has
an integral Leakage Current Detection Interrupter (LCDI)
or Arc Fault Current Interrupter (AFCI) device as required
by the NEC and Underwriters Laboratory (UL) for line-cord
connected air conditioners manufactured on or after August
1, 2004. The line-cord power connection kits are shown in
the table below.
20 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
30 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
15 amp timedelay fuse or
breaker
20 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
Specifications subject to change.
30 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
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POWER CONNECTION FOR AZ45 AND AZ65 SERIES ZONELINE® UNITS
(CONTINUED)
230/208 VOLT PERMANENTLY
CONNECTED UNITS
Permanently connected units do not require the LCDI
or AFCI device. Permanent connection is usually made
through the use of a sub-base. Each 230/208 volt subbase consists of a sub-base with appropriate receptacle
for minimum circuit amperage, a chaseway to route power
connector from the sub-base to the chassis, wiring to
connect the sub-base to building wiring and a short line
cord with a self-aligning four-pin connector to connect to
the chassis and plug into the receptacle in the sub-base.
Permanent, or direct-wired, installation of a 230/208
volt unit requires a junction box kit, RAK4002D, which
attaches to the chassis to form an enclosed junction box.
The short sub-base line cord may not be used without
the sub-base and junction box.
For AZ45 and AZ65 Series 230/208-volt units where a
permanent installation using flexible conduit is desired,
23 0/2 0 8 V OLT7,000/9,00012,000/15,000
SUB BASERAK204D15CRAK204D20CRAK204D30CRAK204D15CRAK204D20CRAK204D30C
DIRECT CONNECT KITRAK315DRAK320DRAK330DRAK315DRAK320DRAK330D
Tot a l wa t t s2,410 / 1,9903,420 / 2,8304,830 / 3 ,9902,430 / 2,0203,450 / 2,8604,860 / 4,020
Tot a l Am p s10.5 / 9.614.9 / 13.621.0 / 19. 210.6/9.715.1/13.821.2/19.3
MCA152025152025
Recommended
protective device
(MOCP)
Total watts and tota l amps includ e elec tric he at and fan motor
230/20 8 Volt sub base inc ludes non LCDI shor t power co rd
*30-A mp hea ter wattage is reduce d in low fa n operation.
15 amp timedelay fuse or
breaker
20 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
30 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
the RAK4002D forms an
enclosed junction box on
the chassis. The RAK4002D
has a hole to allow a 1/2"
trade size electrical conduit
and a square knockout
for the chaseway to be
connected to the junction
box. For direct connection,
purchase and install the
appropriate universal power
supply kit (also referred to as the direct connection
kit below) that matches the ampacity of the building
circuit connected to the unit. This four-pin connector
with three 7"-long conductor wires is used for direct
connections to the building wiring inside a directconnect junction box.
These wires are then connected to the building wiring
by field-supplied connectors.
15 amp timedelay fuse or
breaker
20 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
30 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
265 OR 277 VOLT UNIT INSTALLATION — PERMANENTLY CONNECTED UNITS
NEC (Article 440.60) requires permanent connection for units connected to power sources over 250 volts; therefore these
units must be permanently connected (direct-wired) with field-supplied connectors. Units connected using a sub-base
meet the requirement for permanent connection since all wiring is internal wiring between the sub-base and the chassis
and it is enclosed.
Since 265-volt units may not be line-cord connected, an LCDI device is not required.
26 5 VO LT7,000/9,00012,000/15,000
SUB BASERAK204E15CRAK204E20CRAK204E30CRAK204E15CRAK204E20CRAK204E30C
DIRECT CONNECT KITRAK515DRAK520DRAK530DRAK515DRAK520DRAK530D
SHORT LINE CORD KITRAK515PRAK520PRAK530PRAK515PRAK520PRAK530P
Tot a l Watts244034504850246034704870
Heater Watts240034004800 *240034004800 *
Heater BTU8100116001630081001160016300
Tot a l Am p s9.112.918.19.313.118.4
MCA152025152025
Recommended
protective device
(MOCP)
Total watts and total amps include electric heat and fan motor
Each 265 volt sub base kit consists of a sub base with appropriate receptacle for minimum circuit amperage, a chaseway to route the power connector
from the sub base to the chassis junction box and wiring to connect the receptacle to the building wiring.
265 volt sub base DOES NOT include short power cord
* 30-amp heater wattage is reduced in low fan operation.
15 amp timedelay fuse or
breaker
20 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
25 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
15 amp timedelay fuse or
breaker
20 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
25 amp time-
delay fuse or
breaker
The 265-volt power connection kit must be ordered separately. All wiring must conform
to local electrical regulations and codes.
Specifications subject to change.
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58"
21"
Inside
POWER CONNECTION FOR AZ45 AND AZ65 SERIES ZONELINE® UNITS
(CONTINUED)
ELECTRICAL WIRING INFORMATION
– AZ45/AZ65 SERIES
All Zonelines are single-phase 60-hertz units.
For all installations, the feeder, sub-feeder, branch
circuit and electrical protective devices and selection
must conform to the National Electrical Code (NEC)
and to local codes.
Maximum connected load in amperes, including
demands for the electric heater and the fan motor,
REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING CHASSIS
230/208 VOLT AND 265 VOLT UNITS
There have been changes to NEC and improvements
and modifications to the Zoneline® chassis and subbases since the unit was first introduced. Some of these
changes require alterations to be made when replacing
an older unit with a new chassis.
LINE CORD CONNECTED UNITS
The plug configuration of new line-cord connected
units complies with the current NEC standards. Older
installations may have wall receptacles that conformed to
NEC standards at the time the building was constructed
and may not match the configuration of the plug on the
new line cord. The recommended solution is to change
the wall receptacle to conform to current standard
plug configuration. See chart on this page for current
receptacle configuration.
are shown on pages 43–44. Branch circuit ampacity
and electrical protective device sizing are shown on
pages 43–44 for 230/208-volt and for 265-volt units.
More than one unit per branch circuit is not
recommended. When in doubt, consult the NEC.
All wiring, including installation of receptacle, must
conform to local electrical regulations and codes.
RECEPTACLE
TYPEMFGPART NOCONFIGURATION
15 AMP
Tandem
NEMA6-15 R
20 AMP
Perpendicular
NEMA6 -20 R
Hubbell
P&S
Hubbell
P&S
5661
5671
5461
5871
TYPICAL 6’ LINE CORD
POWER CONNECTION KIT
RAK320P SHOWN
30 AMP
Large Tandem
NEMA6-30R
Hubbell
P&S
PERMANENTLY CONNECTED UNITS
WITH SUB BASE
If the existing unit is connected to a sub-base, the
installation of the new unit may involve modifying the
existing installation slightly. It is recommended these
modifications be made by a qualified electrician.
If more assistance is needed, contact the Zoneline
Application Engineer.
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NORMAL YEARLY OPERATING DATA
(Cooling Hours based on 75°F indoor temperature with air conditioner sized to meet the design conditions.)
ASHRAE
HE ATIN G
LOCATION
ALABAMA
Birmingham2,5511,390Lexington4,683830Cincinnati5,265840
Huntsville3,0701,340Louisville4,6601,130Cleveland6,351610
Mobile 1,5601,640
Montgomery2,2911,580Alexandria1,9211,670Dayton5 ,62274 0
Evansville4,4351,090New York4,81179 0Seattle5,145180
Fort Wayne6,205 710Rochester6, 74 8470Spokane6,655430
Indianapolis5,699 820Syracuse6,756500Yakima5,941530
South Bend6,439 600
IOWA
Burlington6,114 730Charlotte3,1911,230Huntington4,446820
Des Moines6,588 710Raleigh3,3931,070
Sioux City6,951 770Winston-Salem3,595960Madison7,8 6 3530
KANSASNO RTH DAKOTA
Dodge City4,9861 ,020Bismarck8,851510
Goodland6,141800Fargo9,226490Casper7, 41 0600
Top e ka5,182880Williston9,243580Cheyenne7,3 81420
Wichita4,6201,070Sheridan7,68 0530
DEGREE
DAYS
ES TI M ATE D
COOLING
Hours
LOCATION
KENTUCKYOHIO
LOUISIANA
Baton Rouge1,5601,860Toledo6,494590
MAINE
MASSACHUSETTS
Boston5,634500
MICHIGAN
MINNESOTA
Minneapolis8,382550Providence5,954470
MISSOURI
Columbia5,046960Greenville2,9801,120
Springfield4,900970Rapid City7,3 4 5580
Glasgow8,996410Knoxville3,4941,070
NEBRASKATEXAS
NEW JERSE YUTAH
Newark4,589710Milford6 ,497910
NEW MEXICO
Silver City3,7051,260
NEW YORK
Bualo7,06 2450
NORTH CAROLINAWEST VIRGINIA
Asheville4,042690Charleston4, 476860
FORMULA FOR CALCULATING OPERATING COSTS USING ABOVE DATA:
Heating* — Heat Loss KW x Heating Degree Days x “C” x Cost Per KWH = Operating Cost
Outdoor Design Temperature Difference
* The above formula is for electric resistance heating only. Power consumption using the Zoneline® heat pumps should be adjusted by Seasonal Performance Factor (SPF).
The local power supplier should be consulted for recommended value of “C.” This factor will vary between 17 and 24.
Cooling — Calculated Heat Gain (BTUH) x = Unit Cooling Watts x Cooling Hours x Cost per KWH = Operating Cost
Installed unit capacity (BTUH)1,000 Watts/KW
ASHRAE
HE ATIN G
DEGREE
DAYS
ES TI M ATE D
COOLING
Hours
ASHRAE
Heating
LOCATION
Columbus5,660810
OKLAHOMA
Tulsa3,8601,410
OREGON
Medford5,008620
Portland4,635270
PENNSYLVANIA
Harrisburg5,251730
Williamsport5,934600
RHODE ISLAND
SOUTH CAROLINA
Columbia2,4841,440
SOUTH DAKOTA
El Paso2,70 01,580
Salt Lake City6,052830
VERMONT
VIRGINIA
Norfolk3,4211,010
WASHINGTON
WISCONSIN
Milwaukee7, 63 5450
WYO MING
Degree
Days
Estimated
Cooling
Hours
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TYPICAL AZ45/65 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAM
GND2
FOR 265V
Wiring
203/230 v
Connector
A2
B1
A1
B2
POWER INPUT
A2
B1
A1
B2
POWER INPUT
265v
Wiring
Connector
B-10
G-10
R-10
B-10
G-10
R-10
SPLICE @ L1
B-10
R-10
R-16
R-14
R-14
R-14
R-14
B-14
3
2
1
3
2
1
OB-14
B-14
RB-14
B-14
B-16
B-10
SPLICE @ L2
CAP-GND
B-14
J306 J311 J309
EHEAT1
N-14
N-14
G-12
G-10
J307
ONLY
SPLICE
B-14
EHEAT2
C-14
C-14
GND1
@ GND
J308
G-12G-12
G-16
‘COIL’
‘COIL’
GND
GND
B-16
G-12
GND1
G-12
GND
‘HEATER’
B-16
B-16
B-10
B-14
EHEAT3
TCO
TCO
ONE SHOT
RESETTABLE
Y-14
WIFI INTERFACE
PCB GNDG-16
Y-14
J310
J102
1
COMMUNICATION
OR DBM/EBM GEA
2
3
J404
VOLTAGE SELECT
230 (PIN1-2)
235 (PIN1-3)
2
3
1
J101
B-10
B-16
DLB RELAY COM
12
J303
J403
OLP
C-10
DLB RELAY NO
R-16
R-16
GEA3
EXTERNAL
COMPRESSOR
IF FUSE OR TCO OPENS, HARNESS WILL NEED REPLACING
B-16
COMP COMN
COMP START
COMP RUN
P-16
P-16
FOR 230V ONLY
30 AMP FUSE
R-16
INDOOR
THERMISTOR
R-16
O: ORANGE
R: RED
W: WHITE
Y: YELLOW
P: PINK
DR: DARK RED
W-16
B: BLACK
N: BLUE
C: BROWN
G: GREEN
WIRE COLOR KEY
CDC KIT
“CENTRAL DESK CONTROL”
W-16
START
CAPACITOR
J502 ON MAIN BOARD
1 2 3 4 5 6
REVERSING VALVE
265v REV 1
230v REV 3
ICR PUMP
"INTERNAL CONDENSATE REMOVAL"
MAIN
J304 ON
BOARD
2
1
REVERSING
VALVE
INDOOR
THERMISTORS
AIR COIL OUTLET
GY: GRAY
XX-YY XX: WIRE COLOR YY: WIRE GAUGE
MAIN
J405 ON
BOARD
1
2
3
Y-20
R-20
N-20
CDC
ACCESSORY
MAIN
J305 ON
BOARD
1
2
Y-16
Y-16
ICR PUMP
ON "EAD & DAD" MODELS
P-16
N-16
P-16
N-16
230V
265V
ON "AZ65H" MODELS
REVERSING VALVE
WIRE COLOR KEY
230v REV 1 & 2
NOTICE:
EMPTY
R-20
J401
J405J301
‘OD COIL’
1
GND
C-20
G-20
N-20
Y-20
ACCESSORY
THERMOSTAT
W-20
B-20
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
(FIELD SUPPLIED)
CDC/EXT.FAN OR
OCCUPANCY SYSTEM
PLUG
HEATER
G-12
SELECTOR
‘MUAM’
GND
1
ON “DAM” MODELS ONLY
1 2 3 41 2 31 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
J503 ON MAIN BOARD
OUTDOOR
THERMISTOR
SPLICE@L2
SPLICE@L1
N-20
B-20
2
1
2
1
GY-20
R-20
MODULE
MAKE UP AIR
DIGITAL MAKE UP AIR MODULE (MUAM)
MAKE UP AIR MODULE
OUTDOOR
AIRCOIL
1 2 3 4 5
VENT DOOR
R-22
B-22
1
2
MAIN POWER CONNECTOR
1
2
N-22
N-22
1
G-12
N-20
B-20
THERMISTORS
J404 ON
1
MAKE UP AIR MODULE
VENT DOOR CONNECTOR
R-22
1 2
J305 ON
MAIN BOARD
COMPRESSOR POWER)
(MAKE-UP AIR MODULE
ON "AZ65H" MODELS
MAIN BOARD
COMMUNICATION)
(MAKE-UP AIR MODULE
ON "DBM" AND “EBM” MODELS
2
3
B-22
N-22
J503
1 2 3 4 5
CONNECTOR (J2, J3) OR MOTOR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
TURN OFF THE POWER SUPPLY FOR TWO MINUTES BEFORE DISCONNECTING MOTOR
J502
1 2 3 4 5 6
FOR INDOOR THERMISTOR CONNECTORFOR OUTDOOR THERMISTOR CONNECTOR
MAIN BOARD
FOR “CDC” CONNECTOR
J406
USER INTERFACE
FOR “ICR” OR “MUAM” CONNECTOR
FOR REVERSING VALVE CONNECTOR
FERRITE BEAD
1
N-16
23465
Y-16
W-16
INDOOR
J103
B-16
FAN
R-16
1
N-16
23465
Y-16
W-16
OUTDOOR
FAN
J104
B-16
R-16
J304
121
‘BASEPAN TO
SLEEVE’ GND
1
J305
G-12
2
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SUGGESTED BID FORM SPECIFICATIONS
The following are suggested specifications for
the Zoneline® AZ45 Series Packaged Terminal Air
Conditioner and the AZ65 Series Packaged Terminal
Heat Pump.
The contractor will furnish packaged terminal air
conditioners of the sizes and capacities shown on the
schedule and in the specifications. The units shall be
located as shown on the drawings and each shall consist
of a chassis, room cabinet, wall sleeve, sub-base if
specified, and outdoor grille.
Units shall be listed by UL, and AHRI and cUL certified
as to capacity and efficiency and shall be GE Appliances
Zoneline® models or equal. Unit dimensions shall not
exceed 42-1/8" wide and 16-1/4" high with room cabinet
in place.
Units shall be designed to operate on (208) (230) (265)
volts, 60 Hz, single-phase power.
Chassis. The air conditioner chassis shall be the standard
product of the manufacturer and shall be shipped in
protective cartons to prevent damage. Cartons shall
be appropriately marked at the factory with wording
sufficient to warn handlers against improper stacking,
up-ending, rolling or dropping. The chassis shall be the
slide-in type, ready to operate after installation.
Each shall consist of the following sections
and components:
• Each unit shall have a matching, easily removable,
textured finish, wrap-around room cabinet molded of
high-impact Polystyrene to resist corrosion and damage.
The room cabinet shall have slide-out washable filters
accessible without requiring removal of room cabinet
from chassis;
• Hermetically sealed refrigerant system with external
vibration isolated rotary-type compressor, condenser
and evaporator coils and capillary refrigerant control.
Airflow system consisting of one permanently lubricated
variable-speed fan motor for the outdoor fan and a
separate permanently lubricated variable-speed fan
motor for the indoor fan. Outdoor fan shall be multiblade axial-flow design made of non-corrosive material.
Indoor fan shall be of a design to optimize airflow and
operating sound. All motors on the exterior side of the
weather barrier shall be of an enclosed design to reduce
the effects of moisture and corrosion;
• Line-cord connected units shall require a line-cord
power connection kit with integral Leakage Current
Detection Interruption device or (Arc Fault Current
Interrupter) as required by National Electrical Code®
(NEC) and Underwriters' Laboratories. The unit
shall have a universal resistance heater with output
determined by connection to the power source with
the appropriate power connection kit to provide
specified heat output;
• A fan-cycle option to permit continuous fan operation
or fan cycle operation, independently selectable for
heating and cooling operation;
• Fan-only operation in either high or low fan speed
selectable by room occupant;
• A positive cooling condensate disposal system which
meets the test requirements of applicable AHRI
Standard 310 (for packaged terminal air conditioners) and
380 (for packaged terminal heat pumps) (80°F dry bulb,
75°F wet bulb, 80% relative humidity);
• Condenser and evaporator coils to be constructed
of copper tubing and aluminum plate fins designed
to achieve EER and COP rating of the unit;
• Indoor and outdoor airflows that match the capacity
of the coils for efficient heat transfer. Water blow-off
shall not occur on the indoor coil;
• Adjustable indoor discharge air louvers that provide
a 45° off horizontal air pattern with an alternate position
to provide a 65° off horizontal air pattern;
• Easily accessible controls for selection of unit operation
and thermostat setting.
• Controls shall automatically dim to not disturb the guest;
• Positive-closing, manually controlled, multi-position
fresh-air vent capable of providing selection anywhere
from fully open to fully closed. Vent door is to be secured
for shipping;
• Integrated circuit and software to sense and control room
temperature;
• Electronic temperature limiting with seven independent
heating and cooling settings to limit maximum and
minimum temperatures.
• Freeze Sentinel to automatically activate the electric
resistance heater and fan motor to warm and circulate
indoor air to help prevent damage due to freezing
temperatures. Freeze Sentinel shall operate as long as
unit is connected to a powered electrical circuit and
unit shall provide ability for owner to defeat the Freeze
Sentinel operation;
• Heat Sentinel to automatically activate air conditioner
operation as long as unit is connected to a powered
electrical circuit (even if the unit is in the off mode when
the room temperature warms to 85ºF and turns air
conditioner operation off when the room temperature
cools to 80°F, if selected by owner;
• Compatible with two-wire Central Desk Control systems;
• Remote thermostat compatibility with Class 2 remote
thermostat;
• Connections to interface with a transfer fan to move
air into another room;
Unit shall have means of electrical connection listed by
Underwriters' Laboratories and compatible with the unit’s
required voltage and ampacity in conformance with
National Electrical Code and local codes.
Additional specifications for GE Appliances Zoneline
AZ65 Series Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps:
Heat pump units shall provide operation that will either: A)
automatically phase in electric resistance heat, if outdoor
temperature is below 46°F, if heat pump alone is unable
to maintain room temperature; or B) use partial electric
resistance heat simultaneous with heat pump operation any
time the outdoor temperature is below 46°F. Selection of
A or B operation is made by means of a selector concealed
from room occupant. In either A or B operation, the unit will
switch to full resistance heat if room temperature continues
to decline or the outdoor temperature falls below 25°F.
If the outdoor temperature is above 46°F (and below 86°F),
unit will lock out electric resistance heat and operate on
heat pump only.
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SUGGESTED BID FORM SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)
Heat pump unit shall include reverse cycle defrost that
automatically begins a defrost cycle when hardware and
software determines the criteria for defrosting has been
met. Defrosting shall be accomplished by systematically
ceasing heat pump operation, pausing to allow internal
refrigerant pressures to equalize, and then operating the
compressor with the flow of refrigerant reversed to allow
the hot gas to flow through the outdoor coil, melting the
accumulated frost. The unit shall automatically resume
heat pump operation, after pausing to allow refrigerant
pressures to equalize, at conclusion of defrost cycle.
The unit shall be equipped with a temperature-activated
drain valve to allow water generated in heat pump
operation and defrost cycles to drain into the wall sleeve.
The unit shall have a switch concealed from room occupant
to allow heat pump operation to be overridden and heat
provided by electric resistance heat regardless of
outdoor temperature.
In the event of compressor failure during heat pump
operation, unit shall automatically switch to electric
resistance heat to maintain selected room temperature
regardless of outdoor temperatures.
Specifications for optional Internal Condensate
Removal (ICR) system for AZ65 Series heat pump units.
The unit shall have a factory-installed Internal Condensate
Removal (ICR) system to permit unit to automatically
dispose of heat-pump-generated condensate water with
no overflow to outdoors during heating under outdoor
ambient of 55°F dry bulb, 90% relative humidity; indoor
ambient 70°F dry bulb, 52% relative humidity, for four
hours of continuous run time.
WALL SLEEVES AND GRILLES
(NEEDED FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS.)
(Alternate specification for steel wall sleeve)
Wall Sleeve. The wall sleeve shall be constructed of heavygauge, insulated, zinc-coated phosphated steel with a
protective baked-on enamel finish. Bottom critical points
of the steel wall sleeve shall be coated with petroleum
microcrystalline wax for added corrosion protection and
shall meet ASTM B-117, 1,800-hour hot air aerated salt
spray test.
(Alternate specification for molded wall sleeve)
Wall Sleeve. The wall sleeve shall be constructed of a
non-corroding fiberglass-reinforced polyester compound.
Sleeves shall be installed through exterior walls where
shown on the plans and shall be installed per
manufacturer’s installation instructions. In no instance shall
fasteners be used through the bottom in order to retain the
water integrity of the bottom of the wall sleeve.
Outside weather panels shipped with the sleeves shall
remain in place until the outdoor grille and chassis are
installed, at which time they are to be removed and
discarded by the installer.
Outside Grille. Each unit shall be equipped with a standard
exterior grille that has been designed to allow unit
operation in high ambient conditions. Grilles shall be of
material and design specified.
Special grilles or customer louver sections to be supplied
by others will conform to a minimum of 65% free area (as
calculated by Ashrae) to allow for proper unit operation
and shall be submitted to the PTAC/PTHP manufacturer,
if requested, for feasibility and airflow characteristics.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR SUB-BASE (IF REQUIRED)
Sub-Base. Each unit shall have a field-installed UL-listed
electrical sub-base. The sub-base shall be attached to the
lower inside flange of the wall sleeve prior to installation in
the exterior wall. It shall include adjustable screws at the
bottom corners to permit exact leveling of the wall sleeve.
The sub-base shall have a factory-installed receptacle to
allow unit line cord to plug into mating receptacle and shall
have a chaseway to contain and conceal the line cord. The
sub-base shall have side panels adjustable from a minimum
of 2-3/8" to a maximum of 13-3/4" to enclose the area
under the wall sleeve.
Weather Resistance. Complete unit including outside
louver shall be submitted to an independent agency for
weather-resistance tests.
Air-infiltration test to be conducted in accordance with
AHRI 310/380 and in such a facility for leakage air flow
measurements described in ANSI/ASHRAE 16 and 58. With
indoor static pressure maintained at 0.1" in H2O below the
outdoor static pressure, the allowable air infiltration shall
not exceed 19.3 ft.3/min.
Water-infiltration test to be conducted in accordance
with ASTM E331-86 with static air pressure differential
of 10.0 lb./ft2 (1.93" H20) equivalent to 63 mph wind,
5.0 gal./ft2 (8" rain/ft2/hr.) for 15 minutes and there
shall be no leakage into the room.
Approvals. Units shall be certified under the AHRI and cUL
certification program and listed by UL.
Service. Submit complete information with bid covering
service availability to whom service on units will be
assigned, along with complete address and phone number,
including phone number of emergency service personnel.
Start-Up, Adjust, Demonstrate. Contractor shall be
responsible for the initial starting of units, adjustments
thereto, etc., to place the units in required operating
condition. Contractor shall demonstrate to the owner or his
representative the operation of units for both summer and
winter functions.
Warranty. The warranty shall be a full one-year parts
and labor on the entire unit, plus an additional full four
years parts and labor for the sealed refrigerating system,
including service call for diagnosis and transportation to
and from service shop (if necessary) at no charge to the
customer. The warranty shall also include a limited secondthrough- fifth-year parts-only warranty for fan motors,
switches, heater, heater protectors, compressor overload,
solenoids, circuit boards, auxiliary controls, thermistors,
frost controls, ICR pump, capacitors, varistors and indoor
blower bearing.
Installation Responsibility. Units shall be installed
according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and
the manufacturer shall not be responsible for unit failure
as a result of improper installation, or unit performance
when installed with accessories not approved by
the manufacturer.
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AZ65 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS
COOLING
Room air conditioner sizing is all about matching the room
size to the air conditioner size. Since air conditioners
remove both heat and humidity from the air, a unit that
is too large, will cool the room before it has a chance to
remove the humidity. The result will be a room that's not
very comfortable – cool, but feeling damp and clammy.
Most musty odors in rooms are due to excess humidity.
Using a smaller-capacity unit or using Dry Air 25 units
will provide better dehumidification. The largest factor in
causing mold and mildew in the room is excess moisture.
A smaller unit running longer or a Dry Air 25 model can
remove more moisture. Mold behind wall coverings that
do not allow water vapor to pass through—vinyl wallpaper
or oil-based paints, for example—is not a problem of
excessive moisture in the room, but rather is caused by
moisture trapped in the walls.
Since larger capacity units typically are louder, oversized
air conditioners also create guest complaints due to the
noise and short cycling.
HEATING
Using a resistance heater larger than required—using
a 4.8 kW heater when a 3.4 kW heater would suffice,
for example—may not cost any more in electrical
consumption since the larger heater will operate, for
less time. The “demand charge” portion of the utility
bill—which is based on the highest electrical load for
a period of time—may be a significant portion of the
utility bill. Some customers have reported the demand
charge actually being more than the usage charge. In a
100-room property it would be possible for the demand
of the 4.8 kW heater versus a 3.4 kW heater to be 140
kW more than the demand charge if the lower wattage
heaters were used. Working with the utility companies to
understand their method of billing and taking advantage
of any rebates they may offer can reduce the utility bill.
A heat load analysis should be performed to determine
the heating and cooling load required for the space in
question. How much heat is coming into the space that
the air conditioner must remove and how much heat is
lost during the winter months that must be replaced. The
heat load analysis takes many factors into play, including
cubic footage of space, location and construction type/
materials. Getting the right size means getting the
comfort and the energy efficiency right.
KEY TERMS
Capacity - The capacity of an air conditioner is measured
by the amount of cooling it can do when running
continuously. The total capacity is the sum of the latent
capacity (ability to remove moisture from the air)
and sensible capacity (ability to reduce the dry-bulb
temperature). Each of these capacities is rated in BTUs per
hour (Btu/h).
Air conditioner capacity is rated per AHRI 310/380
conditions at 95°F drybulb and 75°F wetbulb outside with
an inside temperature of 80°F drybulb and 67°F wetbulb.
LATENT SYSTEM CAPACITY
The total capacity of an air conditioner is made up of the
sensible capacity (the output of the unit used to remove
heat from the air in the area being conditioned) and the
latent capacity (the output of the unit used to dehumidify
the air in the area being conditioned). For humid climates
and applications, the sensible/latent capacity split of the
unit should be considered.
The latent system capacity is 1.00 minus the sensible
capacity. (If the sensible capacity is listed at 74% the latent
capacity is 26%. This means that 74% of the capacity of
the unit is used to remove heat from the air and 26% is
used to remove moisture from the air at standard test
conditions.)
Latent Cooling Load - The net amount of moisture added
to the inside air by plants, people, cooking, infiltration, and
any other moisture source. The amount of moisture in the
air can be calculated from a combination of dry-bulb and
wet-bulb temperature measurements.
Sensible Cooling Load - The heat gain of the room due to
conduction, solar radiation, infiltration, appliances, people,
and pets. Burning a light bulb, for example, adds only
sensible load to the house. This sensible load raises the
dry-bulb temperature.
Dry-bulb Temperature - The temperature measured by a
standard thermometer.
Wet-bulb Temperature - When a wet wick is placed
over a standard thermometer and air is blown across the
surface, the water evaporates and cools the thermometer
below the dry-bulb temperature. This cooler temperature
(called the wet-bulb temperature) depends on how much
moisture is in the air.
EER - The Energy Efficiency Ratio is the efficiency of the
air conditioner. It is capacity in BTUs per hour divided by
the electrical input in watts.
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GENERAL INSTALLATION SUGGESTIONS
Many times poor or non-existent caulking around the
exterior of the wall sleeve results in air infiltration, causing
the unit to run excessively. One way to check for air
infiltration is to look under and around the unit to the
outdoors. If you can see light, there is air infiltration.
The first floor of a building is where this problem most
frequently occurs since caulking the bottom of the wall
sleeve may require lying outside in the dirt while working.
This has been the cause of many complaints about the
“short cycling” of the unit.
Curtains, furniture or other obstructions interfering with
the discharge air circulation will make the unit cycle/turn
off too soon since the cooled (or heated) discharge air is
pulled back into the unit. This results in a room that is not
adequately heated or cooled.
Blocking the discharge air on the unit during the heating
operation can result in the unit overheating or shutting off
prematurely. In some sleeves it is recommend that a “tent
card” be used advising room occupants not to put
anything on the unit.
ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLATION
Do not allow the installer to drill a hole in the wall sleeve to
run the electrical wiring. If this is done, the wiring will have to
be run between the chassis and the edge of the wall sleeve
so it can be connected to the unit wiring on the room side
of the wall sleeve. When the chassis is removed for servicing
or cleaning, the insulation on the wires can be cut and can
create a safety hazard.
If the electrical connection on a 230-volt or 208-volt
installation is to be made by the line cord plugged into
a wall-mounted receptacle, the receptacle should be
located in the wall under the sleeve or close to the side
of the wall sleeve. This installation makes a much neater
appearance than a line cord running a foot or more across
the floor.
The electrician may want to place the receptacle as far from
the unit as possible to save a few feet of wiring without
considering how the installation may appear.
CENTRAL DESK CONTROL AND REMOTE
THERMOSTAT WIRING
Do not allow the installer to drill a hole in the wall sleeve to
run Central Desk Control (CDC) wiring or remote thermostat
wiring to the unit terminals. CDC and remote thermostat
wiring is classified as low-voltage wiring and does not have
to be run in conduit unless required by local code. CDC and
remote thermostat wiring should be run in the walls and exit
the wall under the wall sleeve about 2" from the right-hand
side. The base pan is designed with a clearance for
the line cord and the low-voltage wiring can also be run
to the chassis in this area. Wire molding can be used to
hold the wiring close to the bottom of the wall sleeve.
If a sub-base is used, the wiring can be run through the
sub-base, entering the rear and exiting through one of the
front panels. When the room cabinet is in place, the CDC or
remote thermostat wiring is usually not visible to someone
standing or sitting in the room.
Do not run the low-voltage wiring in conduits with
line-voltage wiring or near uninsulated line-voltage wiring
since induced current can interrupt the low-voltage
controls.
Consult the electrical inspector early in the project,
especially if the power to the air conditioner is to be 265
volts, to understand what is required to comply with local
electrical codes.
WALL SLEEVE/EXTERIOR GRILLE
When making an installation where the exterior grille is
flush with the exterior wall, or part of a custom window/
louver section, make sure the installer caulks the wall
sleeve to the exterior wall, especially the bottom of the
sleeve. Many times the air conditioners are run during
construction and the building is not closed. This can
result in excessive humidity from the warm humid air
entering the building, or from the “drying out” of the
building materials. Many problems have been caused
by condensate water or rainwater running back into the
building where proper caulking has not been done.
EXTERIOR GRILLES
When replacing an older unit, the existing outdoor grille
may need to be changed or modified. Outdoor airflow
patterns have changed and this may dictate the need for
outdoor grille replacement or modification.
If using an existing non-GE exterior grille, special attention
must be paid to ensuring the air deflectors are in the
proper locations on the exterior grille. Otherwise they
should be removed and replaced with new RAK40
deflectors on the back of the chassis.
NOTE: Heater wattages are reduced in duct mode (see
page 39).
DUCTED INSTALLATION COMMENTS
Anytime a duct extension is used, it is required to go into
the auxiliary controls and turn on the duct mode feature.
This will boost the fan speeds to allow for proper air
circulation for ducted applications.
NOTE: Heater wattages are reduced in duct mode
(see page 39).
NEW INSTALLATIONS
The GE Zoneline® AZ45 and AZ65 Series are approved
for ducted installation using the GE Duct Adapter model
RAK6053 and the GE Duct Extension RAK601B. A
field-fabricated duct extension with the same interior
measurements as the RAK601B may be used with the
RAK6053 duct adapter. GE does not allow ducting in
more than one direction.
The use of a duct adapter other than the RAK6053 is not
approved by GE Appliances and may cause problems
such as inadequate airflow to the secondary room or the
unit shutting off on one of the overload devices.
Failure to allow for adequate air return from the
secondary room is often the cause of less than
satisfactory performance of a ducted installation.
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GENERAL INSTALLATION SUGGESTIONS (CONTINUED)
REPLACEMENT INSTALLATIONS
GE offers duct adapters to allow for easy replacements
of previous-design chassis in ducted installations where
a GE duct adapter was used in the original installation.
A duct adapter is available that will align with the duct
extension when GE-built components were used in the
original installation.
The duct adapter/extension used from the early 1960s
until late 1987 was 8-3/8" high by 6-1/2" wide. If the
chassis to be replaced uses this size duct, use the duct
adapter model RAK7013 with the new product to match
up to the existing duct extension. This means the duct
extension will not have to be changed.
However, to keep the cost of the replacement to a
minimum there are components that will need to be
taken off the existing installation and reused on the
RAK7013 duct adapter. Therefore, save all parts from
the existing setup until after the installation is complete.
It is important that those parts not be discarded until
the new installation is complete.
If the existing duct dimensions are 7-3/32" high by 6-1/2"
wide, the RAK7023 transition piece is required to install
an AZ45 or AZ65 Series unit in the ducted installation.
There were a number of Zoneline units installed in
ducted installations that did not use a GE duct adapter.
The easiest way to determine if the existing duct adapter
is a GE duct adapter is to compare the duct adapter
dimensions to the dimensions above. If the dimensions are
different from the dimensions above or if the duct adapter
is not made of sheet metal, it is not a GE duct adapter.
In such installations, GE recommends the removal of the
old duct adapter and duct extension and the installation
of a RAK6053 duct adapter and a RAK601B duct
extension. Zoneline units installed in installations not
using GE duct adapters and an extension with the same
cross-section dimensions as the duct adapter may not
be covered by the warranty.
ZONELINE® WARRANTY
FOR THE PERIOD OF
ONE YEAR
From the date of the
original purchase
FIVE YEARS
From the date of the
original purchase
SECOND THROUGH
FIFTH YEAR
From the date of the
original purchase
*See written warranty for details
GE APPLIANCES WILL REPLACE
Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
During this limited one-year warranty, GE will provide, free of charge, all labor and
related service costs to replace the defective part.
Sealed Refrigerating System – if any part of the Makeup Air Module or Sealed
Refrigerating System (the compressor, condenser, evaporator, and all connecting
tubing) should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited
five-year warranty, GE will provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs
to replace the defective part.
Fan Motors, Switches, Internal Thermostat, Heater, Heater Protectors, Compressor
Overload, Solenoids, Circuit Boards, Auxiliary Controls, Freeze Sentinel, Frost Controls,
ICR Pump, Capacitors, Varistors and Indoor Blower Bearing, if any of these parts should
fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this additional four-year limited
warranty, the customer will be responsible for any labor and related service costs.
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ZONELINE® CHASSIS NOMENCLATURE
The Zoneline chassis is identified by a
AZ65H12DAD
model number defining the type of unit,
cooling capacity, electrical information and
optional features included on the unit. When
specifying or ordering the Zoneline chassis,
use of this nomenclature will assure receiving
POWER CONNECTION KITS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL ZONELINE CHASSIS (SEE CHART BELOW).
The correct kit for the installation is determined by the voltage and amperage of the electrical circuit and the means
of connecting the unit to the building wiring.
Zoneline connection kits now come with “personality plugs.” The black connector carries the power to the unit,
but the extra wiring and connector attached to the plug determine the wattage of the heater to be engaged (which
should match the breaker feeding the unit). Kits without a personality connector (or if connector is not plugged in)
will provide the 15 amp heater values described below. The two-wire connector is for a 20 amp circuit and the
four-wire connector is for the 30 amp circuit.
If the unit is to be plugged into a receptacle, a line-cord kit would
be used; if the unit is to be permanently connected, a permanentconnection kit would be used. 265 volt cord set units must be
installed in compliance with National Electrical Code®.
POWER CONNECTION KITS
Required on all models. See specification sheet for heater
KW and branch circuit ampacity.
Heater BTU8,100/6,60011,600/9,40016,300/13,4008,100/6,6 0011,600/9,40016,300/13,400
Tot a l Am p s10.5/9.61 4.9/13.621.0/19. 210.6/9.715.1/13.821. 2/19.3
Heater BTU8 ,10011,60016,3008,10011,60016,300
Tot a l Am p s9.112.918.19.313.118.4
MCA152025152025
Recommended
Protective Device
Total watts and total amps include electric heat and fan motor(s)
RAK515P, RAK520P and RAK530P are only to be used with a sub-base
* 30-amp heater wattage is reduced in low fan operation.
Dehumidification Pts/Hr0.91.93.4Dehumidification Pts/Hr0.72.03.7
Refrigerant typeR-410AR-410AR-410ARefrigerant typeR-410AR-410AR-410A
CFM, indoor fan high409409449CFM, indoor fan high409409449
CFM, indoor fan low250300300CFM, indoor fan low250300300
Vent CFM (full open)*25-5025-5025-50Vent CFM (full open)*25-5025-5025-50
Power factor96%97%97%Power factor93%93%96%
Sensible heat ratio
@ 230 volts89%80%69%
Cooling Watts560/560810/8051,025/1,015Cooling Watts5508001,025
Cooling Amperes, F.L.3.7/3.94.9/5.25.8/6.2Cooling Amperes, F.L.3.24.24.9
Amperes, L.R.13.521.029.5Amperes, L.R.11.716.523.5
Reverse cycle heat BTUH6,200/6,1008,000/7,90010,200/10,000Reverse cycle heat BTUH6,0008,10010,400
Coefficient of Performance4.0/4.03.3/3.33.5/3.5Coefficient of Performance3.93.63.5
Heating Watts450/440705/695850/835Heating Watts450655870
Heating Amperes3.3/3.44.7/4.85.0/5.2Heating Amperes2.93.24.5
Weight (Net/Ship)117/127123/133123/133Weight (Net/Ship)117/127123/133123/133
AZ65 series heat pump with backup electric heat (Makeup Air)
Sensible heat ratio
@ 265 volts88%78%69%
* With RAKVENT1 Kit
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ACCESSORY LIST
KIT NUMBERDESCRIPTION FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REFER TO PAGE
RA A13Replacement filter for the RAK13 kit9
RAA64Spare Filters for AZ45 and AZ65 (one pair per box)12
RAB71BSteel Wall Sleeve – 13-3/4" deep23
RAB7116BSteel Wall Sleeve – 16" deep23
RAB7118 BWall Sleeve - 18” deep23
RAB7120BWall Sleeve - 20” deep23
RAB7124BSteel Wall Sleeve – 24" deep23
RAB77BMolded SMC Wall Sleeve 23
RAB81Wall Sleeve - 13 3/4” deep Q uick Snap design - ships in a flat package - field assembled7
RAB81BWall Sleeve - 13 3/4” deep Quick Snap design - fully assembled7
RAD10Interior/Exterior Drain kit37–3 8
RAG60Stamped Aluminum Exterior Grille 42
RAG61Architectural Exterior Grille, Beige Molded High -Impact Plastic42
RAG62Architectural Exterior Grille, Maple Molded High- Impact Plastic42
RAG63Architec tural Exterior Grille, Dark Brown Chocolate Molded High-Impact Plastic42
RAG67Aluminum Architectural Grille (Custom Colors Available by Special Order)42
RAK13MERV 13 Makeup Air kit with filter9
RAK40Condenser Air Deflector Kit 42
RAK164D2Wall Thermostat For Resistance Heat Models – Electronic Digital 17-18
RAK164P2Wall Thermostat For Resistance Heat Models – Electronic Digital Programmable17-18
RAK164F2Cooling with electric heat 2 fan speed digital remote thermostat17-18
RAK180W1Energy Management Occupancy Sensing Wired/Wireless Thermostat Makeup Air Compatible 17-19
RAK204D15CSub-Base - 230/208-volt with NEMA 6-20R 15/20 Amp Receptacle – Power Cord and Chaseway included25
RAK204D20CSub-Base - 230/208-volt with NEMA 6-20R 15/20 Amp Receptacle – Power Cord and Chaseway included25
RAK204D30CSub-Base - 230/208-volt with NEMA 6-30R 30 Amp Receptacle –Power Cord and Chaseway included25
RAK204E15CSub-Base – 265-volt with NEMA 7-15R 15 Amp Receptacle – Power Cord and Chaseway included25
RAK204E20CSub-B ase – 265-volt with NEMA 7-20R 20 Amp Receptacle – Power Cord and Chaseway included25
RAK204E30CSub-Base – 265-volt with NEMA 7-30R 30 Amp Receptacle – Power Cord and Chaseway included25
RAK204USub-Base – non-electrical – Chaseway included 25
RAK205CWChaseway for Sub-Base25
RAK315PUniversal Power Cord – AZ45/AZ65 – 15-Amp 230/208 V – 2.40/1.96 kW heat 43
RAK320PUniversal Power Cord – A Z45/AZ65 – 20 -Amp 230/208V – 3.4/2 .78 kW heat 43
RAK330PUniversal Power Cord – AZ45/AZ65 – 30-Amp 230/208V – 4.8/3.93 kW heat 43
RAK315SP230/208V Universal power supply non-LCDI, short, 15 amp for 45 & 65 only - for use in sub-base only25
RAK320SP230/208V Universal power supply non-LCDI , short, 20 amp for 45 & 65 only - for use in sub -base only25
RAK330SP230/208V Universal power supply non-LCDI, short, 30 amp for 45 & 65 only - for use in sub-base only25
RAK4002DDirect-Connect Junction Box – 230/208-volt units AZ45/AZ6544
RAK315D230//208V Direct Connection Kit, 15 AMP for AZ45/AZ65 - 2.4/1.96 kW heat 44
RAK320D230//208V Direct Connection Kit, 20 AMP for AZ45/AZ65 - 3.4/2.78 kW heat 44
RAK330D230//208V Direct Connection Kit, 30 AMP for AZ45/AZ65 - 4.8/3. 93 kW heat 44
RAK515DDirect Connect Kit – 265V – 15 Amp – Use w/RAK204E15C Sub -Base – 2.40 kW heat 44
RAK520DDirect Connect Kit – 265V – 20 Amp – Use w/RAK204E20C Sub-Base – 3.40 kW heat 44
RAK530DDirect Connect Kit – 265V – 30 Amp – Use w/RAK 204E30C Sub- Base – 4.8 0 kW heat 44
RAK515P265V Short Power Connection Kit – Non LCD1, 15 AM P 2.40 kW heat - for use in sub-base only 44
RAK520P265V Short Power Connection Kit – Non LCD1, 20 AMP 3 .40 kW heat - for use in sub-base only 44
RAK530P265V Short Power Connection Kit – Non LCD1, 30 AMP 4.8 kW heat - for use in sub-base only44
RAK601BDuct Extension – Insulated – 44" long – includes Register and Trim Flange 39
RAK602BRegister and Trim Flange (Included with R AK601B)39
RAK6053Duct Adapter for New Installation with AZ45/AZ65 Series39
RAK7013Duct Adapter for replacement of existing duct system with 8-3/8 " x 6-1/2" Duct42
RAK7023Duct Transition for replacement of existing duct system with 7-3/32" x 6-1/2 " Duct42
RAKC DCCDC Wiring Connector for 45 & 6516, 19
RAKVENT1Manifold Kit added for fresh air intake through the vent door (non-Makeup Air models)13
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Accessory List 56
Application Comments 22
Auxiliary Control Settings 14–15
Central Desk Control 16
Condensate Disposal Systems 36–38
Dry Air 25 10
Ducted Installations 39–42
Colors may vary slightly due to
printing process.
Exterior Grilles 42–43
Features and Benefits 11–13
Features Table 8
General Installation Suggestions 51-52
Heat Pumps and Energy Savings 20–21
Introduction to Zoneline Units 6
Makeup Air 9
Mini Specs AZ45 Series 2
Mini Specs AZ65 Series 3
Nomenclature 4, 53
Normal Yearly Operating Data 46
Power Connection Kits 43–45, 53
Remote Thermostat Control 17–19
Reverse Cycle Defrost 21
Sizing and Capacity Considerations 50
Beige
Maple
Dark Brown
Specifications 54-55
Suggested Bid Form Specifications 48–49
Table of Contents 5
Wall Sleeve/Sub-Base Installation 23–35
Warranty 52
Wiring Diagram/Schematics 47
Zoneline System 7
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NOTES
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Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
zoneline.com
Pub No. 20-S0220
OTGEA191051
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