Hitachi RAK-50PPA, RAC-50WPA Installation Manual

SPLIT UNIT AIR CONDITIONER
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit
RAK-50PPA RAC-50WPA
+ – Screwdriver Measuring Tape Knife
Saw ø 65mm Power Drill Hexagonal Wrench
Key ( 4mm) Wrench (14, 17, 22, 26, 27mm)
Gas Leakage Detector Pipe Cutter Putty
Vinyl Tape Pliers ● Flare Tool
Carefully read through the procedures of proper
installation before starting installation work.
The sales agent should inform customers regarding
the correct operation of installation.
Tools Needed For Installation Work
SAFETY PRECAUTION
Read the safety precautions carefully before operating the unit.
The contents of this section are vital to ensure safety. Please pay special attention to the following sign.
WARNING ........ Incorrect methods of installation may cause death or serious injury.
CAUTION ......... Improper installation may result in serious consequence.
Be sure that the unit operates in proper condition after installation. Explain to customer the proper way of
operating the unit as described in the user’s guide.
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WARNING
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CAUTION
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Please request your sales agent or quali ed technician to install your unit. Water leakage, short circuit or  re may occur if
you do the installation work yourself.
Please observe the instructions stated in the installation manual during the process of installation. Improper installation may
cause water leakage, electric shock and  re.
Make sure that the units are mounted at locations which are able to provide full support to the weight of the units. If not,
the units may collapse and impose danger.
Observe the rules and regulations of the electrical installation and the methods described in the installation manual when
dealing with the electrical work. Use power cables approved by the authorities of your country.
Be sure to use the speci ed wire for connecting the indoor and outdoor units. Please ensure that the connections are tight
after the conductors of the wire are inserted into the terminals. Improper insertion and loose contact may cause over-heating and  re.
Please use the speci ed components for installation work. Otherwise, the units may collapse or water leakage, electric shock
and  re may occur.
Be sure to use the speci ed piping set for R-410A. Otherwise, this may result in broken copper pipes or faults.
When installing or removing an air conditioner, only speci ed refrigerant (R410A) shall be allowed, do not allow air or moisture
to remain in the refrigeration cycle. Otherwise, pressure in the refrigeration cycle may become abnormally high so that a rupture may be caused.
Be sure to ventilate fully if a refrigerant gas leak while at work. If the refrigerant gas comes into contact with  re, a poisonous
gas may occur.
After completion of installation work, check to make sure that there is no refrigeration gas leakage. If the refrigerant gas
leaks into the room, coming into contact with  re in the fan-driven heater, space heater, etc., a poisonous gas may occur.
Unauthorized modi cations to the air conditioner may be dangerous. If a breakdown occurs please call a quali ed air
conditioner technician or electrician. Improper repairs may result in water leakage, electric shock and  re, etc.
FOR SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY
The Choice of Mounting Site (Please note the following matters and obtain permission from customer before installation).
WARNING
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The unit should be mounted at stable, non-vibratory location
which can provide full support to the unit.
WARNING
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The Outdoor unit must be mounted at a location which can support
heavy weight. Otherwise, noise and vibration will increase.
CAUTION
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No nearby heat source and no obstruction near the air outlet is
allowed.
The clearance distances from top, right and left are speci ed in
 gure below.
The location must be convenient for water drainage and pipe
connection with the Outdoor unit.
To avoid interference from noise please place the unit and its
remote controller at least 1m from the radio, television and inverter type  uorescent lamp.
To avoid any error in signal transmission from the remote controller,
please put the controller far away from high-frequency machines and high-power wireless systems.
The installation height of indoor unit must be 2.3m or more.
CAUTION
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Do not expose the unit under direct sunshine or rain. Besides,
ventilation must be good and clear of obstruction.
The air blown out of the unit should not point directly to animals
or plants.
The clearances of the unit from top, left, right and front are
speci ed in  gure below. At least 3 of the above sides must be open air.
Be sure that the hot air blown out of the unit and noise do not
disturb the neighbourhood.
Do not install at a location where there is  ammable gas, steam,
oil and smoke.
The location must be convenient for water drainage.
Place the Outdoor unit and its connecting cord at least 1m away
from the antenna or signal line of television, radio or telephone. This is to avoid noise interference.
Do not install outdoor unit facing strong wind direction. It may
damage the fan motor.
INDOOR UNIT
Figure showing the Installation of Indoor and Outdoor Unit
OUTDOOR UNIT
Direction of Piping
Dimension of Mounting Stand
of the Outdoor unit
(unit : mm)
There are 6 directions allowed, namely, horizontally perpendicular to the unit, vertically down from right, horizontally out from right and horizontally out to left. Don’t form the piping downward at the left of the unit.
The difference in height
between the indoor and outdoor unit should be kept max 10m.
The connecting pipe,
no matter big or small, should all be insulated with insulation pipe and then wrapped with vinyl tape. (The insulator will deteriorate if it is not wrapped with tape).
The connection of insulated drain hose.
Please use insulated drain hose for the indoor piping (commercial product).
The indoor piping should be insulated with the enclosed insulation pipe. (If the insulator is insuf cient, please use commersial products).
Be sure to completely seal any gap with putty.
Installation of Mounting Plate, Wall Penetration and Installation of Protection Pipe
1
CAUTION
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The draining of the water container inside the indoor unit can be done from the left.
Therefore the mounting plate must be  xed horizontally or slightly tilted towards the side of drain hose. Otherwise, condensed water may over ow the water container.
Direct Mounting On The Wall
Please use hidden beams in the wall to hold the mounting plate.
Wall Penetration and Installation of Protection Pipe
Drill a ø 65mm hole on
wall which is slightly tilted towards the outdoor side. Drill the wall at a small angle.
Cut the protection pipe
according to the wall thickness.
Empty gap in the sleeve
of protection pipe should be completely sealed with putty to avoid dripping of rain water into the room.
Installation of the Indoor Unit
2
VERTICALLY DOWNWARD PIPING
Preparation
Connect connecting cord.
Pull out the pipe, connecting cord and drain hose.
Installation
The upper part of the Indoor unit is hanged on the mounting plate.
The projection at the lower part of the Indoor unit is hooked onto the mounting plate.
Please pull the lower part of the Indoor unit outwards to check if the unit is hooked onto the mounting plate. Improper installation may cause vibration and noise.
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CAUTION
HORIZONTAL PIPING
Preparation
Change of Drain Hose and Installation Procedures.
Exchange the location of drain hose and drain cap during horizontal piping as shown in  gure below. Be sure to plug in the drain hose until the insulating material folds upon itself.
Please use pliers to pull out the drain cap.
(This is an easier way to remove the drain cap).
INSTALLATION OF REFRIGERATING PIPES AFTER CONNECTION
The refrigerating pipes should be adjusted to  t
into the hole on the wall and then ready for further connection.
The terminals of 2 connected pipes must be covered
with insulator used for terminal connection. Then the pipes are wrapped with insulation pipe.
Connect the connecting cord after removing electrical
cover. (Refer to “CONNECTION OF POWER CORD”)
After adjustment,  t the connecting cord and pipes
into the space available under the indoor unit. Use holder to hold them tight.
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CAUTION
The rubber strap used for
 xing the insulator should not be tied with great force. Otherwise, this will damage heat insulation and causes water condensation.
Holder can be attached at the either of 2 places.
Please select the easier position.
THE CONNECTION OF REFRIGERATING PIPE DURING THE INSTALLATION OF INDOOR UNIT
Preparation To Install Refrigerating Pipes
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CAUTION
Please  x in the plastic core
after  aring to avoid plastic chips entering the pipes.
CAUTION
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You are free to choose the side (left or right) for the installation of drain hose. Please ensure the smooth  ow of condensed water of the Indoor unit during installation. (Carelessness may result in water leakage.)
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CAUTION
Be sure that the drain hose is not loosely connected or bend.
Be sure that the wire is not in contact with any metal in the wall. Please use the protection pipe as wire passing through the hollow part of the wall so as to prevent the possibility of damaged by mouse. Unless it seals completely, any air with high humidity flows from outdoor and any dew may drop.
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WARNING
The refrigerating pipes and connecting cord
transform and are attached.
The end of the refrigerating pipes are at locations
marked with “
” symbol.
Installation of Drain Hose
3
Installation
Hang the Indoor unit onto the mounting plate. Use the temporary stand at the back of the Indoor unit to push its lower part 15cm forwards.
Place the drain hose through the hole on the wall.
Wrap the refrigerating pipes with insulation pipe after connecting
refrigerating pipe.
Connect the connecting cord after removing electrical cover.
(Refer to “Connection of Power Cord”)
After adjustment, the connecting cord and refrigerating pipes
are placed into the space available under the Indoor unit.
The projection of Indoor unit must hook to the mounting plate.
INDOOR UNIT
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CAUTION
Condensed water may leak out if not inserted properly.
Horizontal & Downward Piping – Making Openings
During horizontal or downward piping, use a knife to cut
openings as shown in  gure. Then smoothen the edges of openings with a  le.
Turn the piping while holding down the lower
portion of pipe-support by hand.
Heat insulation pipe
Connecting cord
Refrigerating pipe
Pull this to the front during the connection of refrigerating pipes to ease task.
Names of Indoor Components
Mounting Plate
QtyNo. Item
1
Screw for Remote Controller Holder
AAA Size Battery
Remote Controller Holder
(4.1x32)
Remote Controller
Air Purifying Filter
6
1
2
2
1
2
Screw for Mounting Plate
3
Bush
Names of Outdoor Components
QtyNo. Item
Drain Pipe
1
Bush
1
HOW TO REMOVE INDOOR UNIT
Push up the (PUSH) sections at the
bottom of the indoor unit and pull the bottom plate towards you. Then the claws are released from the stationary plate.
(The (PUSH) sections are indicated by
2 arrows in the right  gure)
Procedures of Installation and Precautions
Procedures to  x the mounting plate.
1. Drill holes on wall. 2. Push plug into the holes. 3. Fix the mounting plate on (As shown below) (As shown below) wall with 4.1 x 32 screw (As shown in  gure below)
Procedures to  x the holder of remote control.
1. Drill holes on wall. 2. Push plug into the holes. (As shown below) (As shown below)
Horizontally perpendicular to the unit
Connection
A circuit breaker or fuse (16A time delay) must be installed. Without a circuit breaker or fuse the danger of electric shock
exists.
A main switch with a contact gap of more than 3mm has to be installed in the power supply line to the outdoor unit.
Do not install the unit near a location where there is  ammable gas. The outdoor unit may
catch  re if  ammable gas leaks around it.
Please ensure smooth  ow of water when installing the drain hose.
Piping shall be suitable supported with a maximum spacing of 1m between the supports.
mounting stand
above 50mm
above 100mm
above 100mm
2,300mm or more
Plug
above 300mm
about 400mm
must not bend
Maximum pipe length 20m
Minimum pipe length 3m
above 200mm
above 100mm
give clearance as wide as possible
above 50mm when installed on the ceiling of balcony
above 100mm
above 700mm
above 200mm
inner diameter ø 16mm
Level
Mounting plate
Hole for pipe
Line
Weight
Mark
Screw for Mounting Plate
Please use more than 4 screws.
Plug
Screw
Remote Control Holder
20mm
ø4.4mm
ø4.8mm
Wall
Wall
32mm
Wall
Mounting plate
Screw
Plug
4.1 x 32 Screw
above 50mm
Ceiling
1
2
3
5
Indoor
Outdoor
WALL
Sleeve of protection pipe
Protection pipe
Seal with putty
Seal with putty
2 ~ 5mm
Connecting cords, pipe and drain hose must be laid together with Vinyl tape.
Mounting plate
Drain Hose
Protection Pipe
Refrigerating Pipe
Connecting Cord
Lift the body of the unit upwards and then force it downwards.
Mounting plate
Projection
[Push] mark positions
Drain cap
Please insert until here
Drain hose
Please insert until here
Drain cap
Drain hose
Openings
Pull up the pipe after bending downward
Pipe support
Drain hose
Connecting cord
Pipe
Insulation pipe (must be wrapped with vinyl tape at every 120mm).
Holder
Pipe
Rubber strap tied with great force
Please bend at a small radius to form an arc
below 5mm
Projection
Hook
about 15cm
Protection pipe
Drain hose
Connecting cord
Holder
Connected section
Bending upwards
Condensed water pond
Ditch
Condensed water pond
In case the pipe length is more than 8m, add refrigerant R410A at 10 gram per every meter exceeds. However, pipe length shall not exceed 20m.
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CAUTION
OUTDOOR UNIT
Please mount the Outdoor unit on stable ground to prevent vibration
and increase of noise level.
Decide the location for piping after sorting out the different types of
pipe available.
When removing side cover, please pull the handle after undoing the
hook by pulling it downward.
FINAL STAGE OF INSTALLATION
Insulation And Maintenance Of Pipe Connection
1
The connected terminals should be completely sealed with
heat insulator and then tied up with rubber strap.
Please tie the pipe and power line together with vinyl tape
as shown in the  gure showing the installation of Indoor and Outdoor units. Then  x their position with holders.
To enchance the heat insulation and to prevent water
condensation, please cover the outdoor part of the drain hose and pipe with insulation pipe.
Completely seal any gap with putty.
Installation Of Remote Controller
2
Power Source And Operation Test
3
The remote controller can be placed in its holder which is
 xed on wall or beam.
To operate the remote controller at its holder, please ensure
that the unit can receive signal transmitted from the controller at the place where the holder is to be  xed. The unit will beep when signal is received from the remote controller. The signal transmission is weaken by the  uorescent light. Therefore, during the installation of the remote control holder, please switch on the light, even during day time, to determine the mounting location of the holder.
Power Source
CAUTION
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Please use a new socket. Accident may occur due to the use
of old socket because of poor contact.
Please plug in and then remove the plug for 2 – 3 times. This
is to ensure that the plug is completely plugged into the socket.
Keep additional length for the power cord and do not render
the plug under external force as this may cause poor contact.
Do not  x the power cord with U-shape nail.
Operation Test
Please ensure that the air conditioner is in normal operating
condition during the operation test.
Explain to your customer the proper operation procedures
as described in the user’s manual.
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The remote controller must be slide in the remote controller holder, in the direction as shown in the  gure, until it hooks at the lower end of the remote controller holder.
Preparation of Pipe
1
Use a pipe cutter to cut
the copper pipe.
Jagged edge will cause leakage.
Point the side to be trimmed downwards during trimming to prevent copper
chips from entering the pipe.
Before  aring, please put on the  are nut.
Pipe Connection
2
INSTALLATION OF REFRIGERATING PIPES AND AIR REMOVAL
CAUTION
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WARNING
The naked part of the wire core should be 10 mm and  x it to the terminal tightly. Then try to pull the individual wire to check if the contact is tight. Improper insertion may burn the terminal.
Be sure to use only power cables approved from the
authorities in your country. For example in Germany: Cable type: NYM 3x1.5mm
2
(Fuse = 16A time delay).
Please refer to the installation manual for wire connection
to the terminals of the units. The cabling must meet the standards of electrical installation.
There is a AC voltage of 220-240V between the L and N
terminals. Therefore, before servicing, be sure to remove the plug from the AC outlet or switch off the main switch.
Checking for the electric source and the voltage range
Before installation, the power source must be checked and
necessary wiring work must be completed. To make the wiring capacity proper, use the wire gauges list below for the lead-in from a pole transformer and for the wiring from a switch board of fuse box to the outlet in consideration of the locked rotor current.
Investigate the power supply capacity and other electrical
conditions at the installation location.
Depending on the model of room air conditioner to be
installed, request the customer to make arrangements for the necessary electrical work etc.
The electrical work includes the wiring work up the
outlet. In localities where electrical conditions are poor, use of a voltage regulation is recommended.
Install outlet for the room air conditioner within the
reaching range of the line cord.
Cable length
up to
16m
up to 15m
up to 25m
Wire cross-section
1.5mm
2
2.5mm
2
4.0mm
2
IMPORTANT
THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE EARTHED.
Procedures of Wiring
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WARNING
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CONNECTION OF POWER CORD
WARNING
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Please face this side (suction side) of the unit to the wall.
Please remove side cover when connecting the piping and connecting cord.
Pull downward
BASE
Recommend to use
R410A  aring tool.
CAUTION
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In case of removing  are nut of an Indoor unit,  rst remove a nut of small diameter side, or a seal cap of big diameter side will  y out. Prevent water from entering into the piping when working.
Connect the earth cord
CONDENSED WATER DISPOSAL OF OUTDOOR UNIT
There are holes on the base of Outdoor unit for condensed
water to exhaust.
In order to  ow condensed water to the drain, the unit is installed on a
stand or a block so that the unit is 100mm above the ground as shown  gure. Join the drain pipe to one hole.
At  rst insert one portion of the hook to the base (Portion A), then pull the
drain pipe in the direction shown by the arrow while inserting the hook into the base. After installation, check whether the drain pipe cling to the base  rmly.
When Using and Installing In Cold Areas
When the air conditioner is used in low temperature and in snowy
conditions, water from the heat exchanger may freeze on the base surface to cause poor drainage. When using the air conditioner in such areas, do not install the bushings. Keep a minimum of 250mm between the drain hole and the ground. When using the drain pipe, consult your sales agent.
For more details, refer to the installation Manual for Cold Areas.
A
Earth terminal
N
L
CD
Wiring Of The Indoor Unit
For wire connection of the Indoor unit, you need to remove front panel and electrical cover.
Method to remove front panel
Refer to “FINAL STAGE OF INSTALLATION – How to Remove The Front Cover”.
Power supply shall be connected at the rated voltage, otherwise the unit will be broken or could not reach the speci ed capacity.
Outdoor Unit
GRN + YEL
Strip wires
Power line Control line
GRN + YEL
Strip wires
Indoor Unit
Detail of cutting the connecting cord
When removing the connecting wires for the Indoor unit, please remove the low cover panel in front of the unit.
If you cannot attach the side plate due
to the connecting cord, please press the connecting cord in direction to the front panel to  x it.
Be sure that the hooks of the side plate is
 xed in certainly. Otherwise water leakage may occur and this causes short circuit or faults.
The connecting cord should not touch to
service valve and pipes. (It becomes high temperature in heating operation.)
Wiring of The Outdoor Unit
Please remove the side plate for wire connection.
Fuse Capacity
16A time delay fuse
How to remove the Front Cover
1 Remove the front panel.
Pull up the front panel
by holding it at both lower sides with both hands.
When the front panel full
open, pull the inner part of the right arm outward and pull the panel forward while closing it gradually.
2 Remove the pre- lters.
Push upward to release the claws and pull out the Pre-
 lter.
3 After removing two caps and two screws, rotate the
horizontal louver towards you a bit. Then, pull the center of the front cover to release the claws.
4 Pull the side faces (lower sections) of the front cover
towards you as shown in the  gure and remove the cover.
How to attach the Front Cover
1 Check to ensure that the drain pan is securely attached.
2 To install the front cover onto the unit, push two points
from the center to lock the two claws in the direction as shown in the image below. Then, hook the four claws at upper side of the front cover securely.
3 Tighten the two screws, then attach the two caps.
4 Install the pre- lters.
5 Slide the shafts on the left then on the right arms of the
front panel along the step on the front cover. Please insert the shafts into the holes untill they stop. After checking the shafts are securely inserted, close the front panel.
Method to remove the low cover
Pull the cover at
1
and 2 in the directions as shown by arrows to remove the cover.
After remove the screw and cover, and put the connecting cords and  x the cover with screw.
DRAIN PIPE
[For all optional part, please refer catalog for part number]
As for connecting to H-Link, a separately purchased RAC Adapter is required.
To install the wiring the electrical box cover must be opened.
Connect the connector of RAC adapter to CN7.
Assemble back the cover of electrical box.
Please refer to the respective user manual of RAC Adapter
for further details.
Please be careful not to damage lead wires by edge of
plate when connecting the optional parts.
[For all optional part, please refer catalog for part number]
Connection to the electrical box:
Remove the cover of electrical box.
Connect the connector of wired remote controller to CN9.
Assemble back the cover of electrical box.
Please refer to the respective user manual of wired remote
controller for further details.
Please be careful not to damage lead wires by edge of
plate when connecting the optional parts.
WIRED REMOTE CONTROLLER
H-LINK
How To Connect The Optional Parts
(RAC Adapter, Wired Remote Control)
CN7
RAC Adapter cord
CN9
Wired remote controller cord
100 mm ABOVE
BUSH
BUSH
DRAIN PIPE
Trimming tool
Copper pipe
Die
Die
Copper pipe
Flare nut
Torque wrench
Wrench
Removal Of Air From The Pipe And Gas Leakage Inspection
Gas Leakage Inspection
Please use gas leakage detector to check if leakage occurs at the connection of Flare nut as shown on the right.
If gas leakage occurs, further tighten the connection to stop leakage. (Be sure to use R410A detector)
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AIR REMOVAL
When the meter reaches - 101KPa (-76cmHg) during pumping, fully tighten the shuttle.
Closed R410A
Valve
Charge hose
Vacuum pump adapter
When pumping starts, slightly loosen the  are nut to check of air sucked in. Then tighten the  are nut.
Lo Hi
Vacuum pump
Manifold valve
Meter showing pressure
Valve
Procedures of using Vacuum Pump for Air Removal
As shown in right  gure, remove the cap of valve core. Then, connect the charge hose. Remove the cap of valve head. Connect the vacuum pump adapter to the vacuum pump and connect the charge hose to the adapter.
Fully tighten the “Hi” knob of the manifold valve and completely unscrew the “Lo” knob. Run the vacuum pump for about 10~15 minutes, then completely tighten the “Lo” knob and switch off the vacuum pump.
2
Completely unscrew the spindle of the service valve (at 2 places) in anti-clockwise direction to allow the  ow of refrigerant (using Hexagonal Wrench key).
Re-cap the service valve and tighten using wrench. Check the cap’s periphery if there is any gas leakage. The task is then completed.
Remove the charge hose and tighten the cap of valve core. Check the cap’s periphery if there is any gas leakage.
4
5
1
3
Cap of valve head
Cap of valve head
The body of service valve
Hexagonal Wrench Key
Cap of valve core
Outer Diameter mm (inch)
6.35 (1/4")
9.52 (3/8")
12.70 (1/2")
15.88 (5/8")
1.0 ~ 1.5
1.0 ~ 1.5
1.0 ~ 1.5
1.0 ~ 1.5
Clutch type
A (mm)
1.5 ~ 2.0
1.5 ~ 2.0
1.5 ~ 2.5
1.5 ~ 2.5
Wing nut type
Thickness
(mm)
0.8
0.8
0.8
1.0
0.0
~ 0.5
0.0
~ 0.5
0.0
~ 0.5
0.0
~ 0.5
Flare tool for R410A
Clutch type
Conventional  are tool
Outer
dia.of pipe
6.35 (1/4")
9.52 (3/8")
12.70 (1/2")
15.88 (5/8")
6.35 (1/4")
9.52 (3/8")
12.7 (1/2")
Valve
head cap
Torque N·m
(kgf
·
cm)
14.0 – 18.0 (140 – 180)
33.0 – 42.0 (330 – 420)
50.0 – 62.0 (500 – 620)
63.0 – 77.0 (630 – 770)
19.6 – 24.5 (200 ~ 250)
19.6 – 24.5 (200 ~ 250)
29.4 – 34.3 (300 – 350)
12.3 – 15.7 (125 ~ 160)
Small dia. side
Large dia. side
Valve core cap
Small dia. side
Large dia. side
Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit
Connecting Cord
Connecting Cord
Wired remote controller
RAC Adapter
Insulation material for pipe connection
Putty
Putty
Sleeve of protection pipe
Screw (2 pieces)
Remote Controller Holder
Remote Controller
Claw
View A
View A
Hole
Shaft
Front panel
Pre- lter
Horizontal louver
Cap
Screw
Claw
After insertion
Before insertion
Claws
Screw
Cap
Front cover
CAUTION
Outdoor supply cords shall not be lighter than polychloroprene sheathed  exible cord with code designation 60245 IEC 57.
IMPORTANT
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