Heat Controller SMA 18 User Manual

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

SMA/SMH 18/24

Version C

Single Zone Ductless Mini-Split System

A/C and Heat Pump

Heat Controller, Inc. • 1900 Wellworth Ave. • Jackson, MI 49203 • (517)787-2100 • www.heatcontroller.com

SMA/SMH 18/24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Heat Controller, Inc.

Installation Manual for Single Zone Ductless Mini-Split

• For correct installation, read this manual before starting the installation. Please save this manual in a safe place.

• Only trained and qualied service personnel should install, repair or service air conditioning equipment. Users should not install the air conditioner by themselves.

• Pictures in this manual may be slightly different from the air conditioner you purchased. These pictures are only representations.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTION

Installation in the following places is not recommended.

• Near equipment which contains or uses oil.

• Coastal locations where exposure to high winds and high concentrations of salt in the air may damage the air conditioner.

• A location with exposure to sulde gas such as hot-spring resort.

• Places where there are high frequency machines such as wireless equipment, welding machines, or in a medical facility. The unit uses a remote controller and may cause electrical interference with nearby wireless equipment.

• A location with abnormal environmental conditions such as locations where the unit is exposed to excessively high or low ambient temperatures, exposure to adverse weather, corrosive fumes, dust laden or moisture-laden atmospheres and hazardous locations.

• A location where there are combustible gases or volatile matter.

Recommended Areas of Installation

Indoor Unit

• A place where there are no obstacles or blockages, near the inlet or outlet airow areas of the unit.

• A place which can bear the weight of the indoor unit.

• A place which provides adequate clearance around the indoor unit as required.

• A place 3.3ft or more away from TV or radio equipment to ensure there is no electronic/wireless interference.

• A place which is far away from heat or steam sources and ammable gas.

• Install the indoor unit on the wall where the height from the oor is more than 7.5 feet.

Outdoor Unit

• A place which is convenient for installation and not exposed to a high winds or air with high concentrations of salt content.

• A place which can bear the weight of the outdoor unit.

• A place where the outdoor unit can be installed in a horizontal level position.

• A place where the operation noise and discharge air will not disturb others.

• A place free from leakage of combustible gases.

• Where an allowable head level for the connective piping is less than 16 feet and length of the connective piping is less than 33 feet.

• A place which provides recommended clearance around the outdoor unit.

Note:

1. The appliance should not be installed in the laundry room.

2. All the connections must be in accordance with local and national electric codes.

3. For power details of the air conditioner, refer to the rating plate of the product.

Heat Controller, Inc. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SMA/SMH 18/24

Installation Parts

Please install the accessories attached with unit correctly according to this installation manual.

Part No. Name of Part Quantity

1 Installation Plate 1 2 Anchor 8 3 Mounting Screw A (ST3.9x25-C-H) 8 4 Remote Controller 1

5 Remote Controller Holder 1 6 Mounting Screw B (ST2.9x10-C-H) 2

o 1/4" (<24,000 Btu/h)

Liquid side

o 3/8" (≥24,000Btu/h)

7 Refrigerant Pipe

o 1/2" (<24,000 Btu/h)

Gas Side

o 5/8" (≥24,000 Btu/h)

8 Seal* 1 9 Drain Elbow* 1

* See outdoor installation instructions

**Cautions on remote controller installation

• Keep the remote controller at least 3 feet from the nearest TV set or stereo equipment to advoid possible electronic interference.

• Do not leave the remote controller in a place exposed to direct sunlight or close to a heating source, such as a stove.

• Ensure that the positive and negative poles are correct when inserting batteries into the remote controller.

Seal

Anchoring the Outdoor Unit

• The outdoor unit should not be exposed to strong winds

• Anchor the outdoor unit with o5/16" anchor bolts

Drain

Elbow

U Bend example

Remove the water receiver rst before connecting the piipes

NOTICE: There should be at least two of the air ow inlets/

oulets labeled “A”, “B”, “C” above free from blockage.

SMA/SMH 18/24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Heat Controller, Inc.

INDOOR UNIT INSTALLATION

1. Mounting Installation Plate and creating a Wall opening

Installation Plate and its measurements (inches):

Clearance:

5 inches or more

Clearance: Clearance:

1. Attach the installation plate

Clearance:

5 inches or more

2. Creating a wall opening

Heat Controller, Inc. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SMA/SMH 18/24

2. Line Set and Condensate Drain Line

1. Condenstate Drain

A. Run the drain hose sloping downward. DO

NOT install the drain hose as illustrated below.

B. When extending the drain hose, insulate

appropriately.

2. Line Set

Left rear piping

Right rear piping

left-rear-hand piping,

• Connect the indoor unit rst, then the outdoor unit. Bend and arrange the piping carefully.

• Do not allow the piping to loosen from the indoor unit during installation.

• Be sure not to let the drain hose slack.

• Insulate both pipes.

• Do not allow the power cable and control cable to be crossed.

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