Inverter control, which equipped with a microcomputer in determining the most suitable operating mode as time passes,
automatically adjust output power for maximum comfort always.
In order to achieve the suitable operation mode, the microcomputer maintains the set temperature by measuring the
temperature of environment and performing temperature shifting.
8.1.1. Temperature Shifting Flow
The compressor at outdoor unit is operating following the frequency instructed by the microcomputer at indoor unit that judging the
condition according to internal setting temperature.
This mode can be set using remote control and the operation is decided by remote control setting temperature, indoor intake air
temperature and outdoor air temperature.
During operation mode judgment, indoor fan motor (with speed of Lo-) and outdoor fan motor are running for 30 seconds to detect
the indoor intake and outdoor air temperature. The operation mode is decided based on below chart.
Values of T1, T2, and T3 depend on remote control setting temperature, as shown in below table. After the adjustment of T1, T2
and T3 values, the operation mode for that particular environment and remote control setting is judged and performed, based on
the above operation mode chart, every 30 minutes.
Example of operation mode chart adjustment:
From the above table, if remote control setting temperature = 25,
T1 = 25 + 7 = 32; T2 = 25 - 3 = 22; T3 = 25 - 7 = 18
The operation mode chart for this example is as shown in below figure and the operation mode to be performed will depend on
indoor intake air temperature and outdoor air temperature at the time when the judgment is made.
• If move from Lo, the fan speed will be shifted to Maximum 1520 rpm.
• If move from Maximum, the fan speed no change.
• In up zone, 10 rpm is added for every 10s until Maximum 1520 rpm.
b. DOWN:
• The fan speed will be decreased one step every 10 sec. until Minimum 1270 rpm.
c. Current Output Fixed:
• Maintain at present fan speed.
d. Instantaneous Maximum:
• Fan speed will be increased to maximum auto fan speed.
e. Temperature in ( ) is for Powerful Mode operation.
C. Fan Motor Control
1. Motor specification
High voltage PWM Motor
2. Feedback Control
a. Number-of-rotations feedback
Immediately after the fan started, rpm is checked and duty is added, and feedback control is performed. For high voltage
PWM motor, it is done once every 0.5 second.
b. Offset duty T max/min limit
High voltage PWM motor has maximum offset duty.
(Refer Indoor fan motor control basic rotation speed)
3. Abnormal Detection Control
Conditions:
a. Out of rhythm signal input
b. If feedback number of rotations exceeded #2550 r/min or when less than #50 r/min.
Control: Fans stop
Return: Restart after 5 seconds
* It will not detect the out of rhythm condition within 5s for phase control motor (PWM motor is when duty=0) after start.
A fan stops when condition (1) and (2) happen within 25.0 seconds after fan starting, and if this happens for continuously
7 times, it will not retry.
→ FM lock processing
4. Restart Prohibition Control
Restart is prohibited within 5s for phase control motor (PWM motor is when duty=0) after fan stop (except re-ON the power
i. Control condition
Control at cooling/dry operation and auto fan speed.
No Deodorizing Control is performed during ON timer standby operation and during Anti-freezing control prevention.
ii. Operation
The odor status is arranged as below and it is shifted as follow.
* When COMP is ON1→2→3
(Shift to 4 when COMP is OFF)
* When COMP is OFF4→5→6→7→6
(Shift to 1 when COMP is ON)
* Start from 4 if the Thermostat is OFF during the start operation.
Odor Status12345676.7.6...1
Status Shift
according to COMP
Status Shift
according
to time (s)Dry zoneON
Fan Speed
Cooling
zone
Cooling
zone
Dry zoneSLo
4050—3090209020.90.20...
OFFSSLo
ONOFFON
Auto Fan Speed
SSLoOFFSSLoOFF SSLo.OFF...
←→
7
8.1.7. Outdoor Fan Motor Operation
Outdoor fan motor is operated with 15 fan speed. It starts when compressor starts operation and it stops 30 seconds after
compressor stops operation for speed no.8.
1. There are one types of airflow, vertical airflow (directed by horizontal vane).
2. Control of airflow direction can be automatic (angles of direction is determined by operation mode, heat exchanger temperature
and intake air temperature) and manual (angles of direction can be adjusted using remote control).
8.1.8.1. Vertical Airflow
Operation ModeAirflow DirectionVane Angle (°)
12345
HeatingAuto with Heat ExchangerADownward fix70
TemperatureBDownward fix70
CUpward fix20
DUpward fix20
Manual20---70
Cooling, Soft Dry and IonAuto20 ~ 70
Manual20---70
1. Automatic vertical airflow direction can be set using remote control; the vane swings up and down within the angles as stated
above. For heating mode operation, the angle of the vane depends on the indoor heat exchanger temperature as Figure 1
below. When the air conditioner is stopped using remote control, the vane will shift to close position.
2. Manual vertical airflow direction can be set using remote control; the angles of the vane are as stated above and the positions
of the vane are as Figure 2 below. When the air conditioner is stopped using remote control, the vane will shift to close position.
8.1.9. Quiet operation (Cooling Mode/Cooling area of Dry Mode)
A. Purpose
To provide quiet cooling operation compare to normal operation.
B. Control condition
a. Quiet operation start condition
• When “quiet” button at remote control is pressed.
Quiet LED illuminates.
b. Quiet operation stop condition
1. When one of the following conditions is satisfied, quiet operation stops:
a. Powerful button is pressed.
b. Stop by OFF/ON switch.
c. Timer “off” activates.
d. Quiet button is pressed again.
2. When quiet operation is stopped, operation is shifted to normal operation with previous setting.
3. When fan speed is changed, quiet operation is shifted to quiet operation of the new fan speed.
4. When operation mode is changed, quiet operation is shifted to quiet operation of the new mode.
5. During quiet operation, if timer “on” activates, quiet operation maintains.
6. After off, when on back, quiet operation is not memorised.
1. Fan speed is changed from normal setting to quiet setting of respective fan speed.
This is to reduce sound of Hi, Me, Lo for 3dB.
2. Fan speed for quiet operation is -1 step from setting fan speed.
8.1.9.1. Quiet operation (Heating)
A. Purpose
To provide quiet heating operation compare to normal operation.
B. Control condition
a. Quiet operation start condition
• When “quiet” button at remote control is pressed.
Quiet LED illuminates.
b. Quiet operation stop condition
1. When one of the following conditions is satisfied, quiet operation stops:
a. Powerful button is pressed.
b. Stop by OFF/ON switch.
c. Timer “off” activates.
d. Quiet button is pressed again.
2. When quiet operation is stopped, operation is shifted to normal operation with previous setting.
3. When fan speed is changed, quiet operation is shifted to quiet operation of the new fan speed.
4. When operation mode is changed, quiet operation is shifted to quiet operation of the new mode, except fan only mode.
5. During quiet operation, if timer “on” activates, quiet operation maintains.
6. After off, when on back, quiet operation is not memorised.
C. Control contents
a. Fan Speed manual
1. Fan speed is changed from normal setting to quiet setting of respective fan speed.
This is to reduce sound of Hi, Me, Lo for 3dB.
2. Fan speed for quiet operation is -1 step from setting fan speed.
3. Fan Speed Auto
Indoor FM RPM depends on pipe temp sensor of indoor heat exchanger.
When the powerful mode is selected, the internal setting temperature will shift to achieve the setting temperature quickly.
(a) Cooling Operation
(b) Soft Dry Operation
(c) Heating Operation
8.1.11. 24-Hour Real Time Timer Control
ON Timer
ON timer can be set using remote control, the unit with timer set will start operate earlier than the setting time. This is to provide
a comfortable environment when reaching the set ON time.
Outdoor fan-ON instructions are transmitted to outdoor unit 60 minutes before setting time, then sampling the outdoor / indoor
temperature with indoor fan at Lo- for 30 seconds. After detecting the indoor/outdoor temperature, the unit determines the
operation starting time according to the load. However, when outdoor unit is operating, the preparation starting time will be set
to minimum.
OFF Timer
When the OFF timer is set by using the remote control, the unit stop operate according to the desired setting.
Notes:
1. By pressing ON/OFF operation button, the ON Timer/OFF Timer setting will not be cancelled.
2. To cancel the previous timer setting, press CANCEL button.
3. To activate the previous timer setting, press SET button.
4. If main power supply is switched off, the Timer setting will be cancelled.
1. When the power supply is cut off during the operation of air conditioner, the compressor will re-operate within three to four
minutes (there are 10 patterns between 2 minutes 58 seconds and 3 minutes 52 seconds to be selected randomly) after power
supply resumes.
2. This type of control is not applicable during ON/OFF Timer setting.
8.1.13. Indication Panel
LEDPOWERTIMERQUIETPOWERFULAIR SWING
ColorGreenOrangeOrangeOrangeOrange
Light ONOperation ONTimer Setting ONQuiet Mode ONPowerful Mode ONAuto Air Swing ON
Light OFFOperation OFFTimer Setting OFFQuiet Mode OFFPowerful Mode OFF Auto Air Swing OFF
Note:
• If POWE R LED is blinking, the possible operations of the unit are Hot Start, during Deice operation, operation mode
judgment, or delay ON timer sampling.
• If Timer LED is blinking, there is an abnormality operation occurs.
8.1.14. Drain Pump Control Operation
• To drain out the condensed watar trapped in the drain pan in order to prevent the condensed water from overflowing from the
drain pan and leaking.
• Drain Pump starts to operate 10 sec. after compressor and Indoor fan ON.
• Drain Pump stop to operate 90 sec. after compressor OFF.
Drain Pump Error
Drain Pump Error occurs when:
- Within 20 minutes, the float switch is ON twice.
- Float switch is ON continuously for 2 minutes 30 seconds.
When error occurs, the timer indicator blinks and the unit stops its operation.
4. The first 30 minutes of cooling operation, (A) will be applied.
8.2.1.4. IPM (Power transistor) Prevention Control
A. Overheating Prevention Control
1. When the IPM temperature rises to 100°C, compressor operation will stop immediately.
2. Compressor operation restarts after three minutes the temperature decreases to 95°C.
B. DC Peak Current Control
1. When electric current to IPM exceeds set value of 22.33 A, the compressor will stop operate. Then, operation will restart
after three minutes.
2. If the set value is exceeded again more than 30seconds after the compressor starts, the operation will restart after 1 minute.
3. If the set value is exceeded again within 30 seconds after the compressor starts, the operation will restart after one minute.
If this condition repeats continuously for seven times, all indoor and outdoor relays will be cut off.
8.2.1.5. Compressor Overheating Prevention Control
Instructed frequency for compressor operation will be regulated by compressor discharge temperature. The changes of frequency
are as below figure.
8.2.1.6. Low Pressure Prevention Control (Gas Leakage Detection)
a. Control start conditions
Control will perform when (1) - (3) condition continues operation for 5 minute and (4) is fulfill.
1. During cooling and dry operation: Frequency more than normal Fcmax 78 Hz (E15D), 86 Hz (E18D), 102 Hz (E21D).
During heating operation: Frequency more than normal Fh 71 Hz (E15D), 86 Hz (E18D), 92 Hz (E21D).
2. Outdoor total current I cooling: Ib
Heating: Ib
Ic = Ia = 1.65 A
Ib = 0.65 A
3. It is not during deice operation.
4. During cooling and dry operation: indoor suction-indoor piping temperature is below 4°C.
During of heating operation: Indoor piping temperature-indoor suction is under 5°C.
Control contents:
• compressor stops (restart after 3 minutes)
• if happen 2 times within (20 minutes), perform the following operation
1) Unit stop operation
2) Timer LED blink and “F91” indicated
I Ic
I Ia
8.2.1.7. Low Frequency Protection Control 1
When the compressor operate at frequency lower than 25 Hz continued for 20 minutes, the operation frequency will be increased
to 24 Hz for two minutes.
8.2.1.8. Low Frequency Protection Control 2
When all the below conditions occur, minimum value (Freq. MIN) for the frequency instructed to compressor will change to 30 Hz
for cooling mode operation and 20 Hz for heating mode operation.
Temperature, T, for:Cooling/Soft DryHeating
Indoor intake air (°C)T 14 or T 30T 14 or T 28
Outdoor air (°C)T 13 or T 38T 4orT 24
Indoor heat exchanger (°C)T 30T 0
8.2.2. Protection Control For Cooling & Soft Dry Operation
8.2.2.1. Outdoor Air Temperature Control
The compressor operating frequency is regulated in accordance to the outdoor air temperature as shown in the diagram below.
This control will begin one minute after the compressor starts.
8.2.2.2. Cooling Overload Control
i. Pipe temperature limitation/restriction
• Detects the Outdoor pipe temperature and carry out below restriction/limitation (Limit the compressor Operation frequency)
• The compressor stop if outdoor pipe temperature exceeds 63°C
• If the compressor stops 4 times in 20 minutes, Timer LED blinking (F95: outdoor high pressure rise protection)
ii. Electrical part temperature rise protection control
1. Purpose
To prevent electronic components temperature rise during cooling overload.
3. Control contents
In the outdoor fan speed no.
i) In protectorate Domain A is referred to as min 660 rpm.
ii) In protectorate Domain B, it is referred to as min 600 rpm.
4. Condition resolutive
It is canceled when it stops satisfying all of the above-mentioned.
8.2.2.3. Anti-Freezing Control
1. When indoor heat exchanger temperature is lower than 7°C continuously for six minutes, compressor will stop operating.
2. Compressor will resume its operation three minutes after the indoor heat exchanger is higher than 13°C.
3. At the same time, indoor fan speed increase +20 rpm compared to its normal operation.
4. If indoor heat exchanger temperature is higher than 13°C for five minutes, the fan speed will return to its normal operation.
8.2.2.4. Anti-Dew Formation Control
a. Purpose
To prevent dew.
b. Control start conditions
When indoor are ceiling floor, duct and mini casette.
c. Control contents
Hz control is carried out according to the spray prevention status transmitted from indoor.
Spray prevention
status(transmitted indoor)
0 (it usually controlsUsually, controlUsually, control
1 (rise)Relative change control priorityOn tap up/10 seconds
2 (changeless)ChangelessChangeless
3 (down)-2 Hz/10 seconds-2 Hz/10 seconds
Relative control domainMAX domain
* Once the standup went into the down domain by Fcmax as for the Fcmax domain, it shifts to relative change control domain.
When the higher rank of relative control has this control and the status signal of 2-3 has come out.
Relative change control is stopped and follows directions of spray control.
Priority is given to the which is larger when freeze prevention down status and spray prevention down status are transmitted
10 Installation And Servicing Air Conditioner Using R410A
10.1. Outline
10.1.1. About R410A Refrigerant
1. Converting air conditioners to R410A
Since it was declared in1974 that chlorofluorocarbons (CFC), hydro chlorofluorocarbons (HCFC) and other substances pose a
destructive danger to the ozone layer in the earth´s upper stratosphere (20 to 40 km above the earth), measures have been
taken around the world to prevent this destruction.
The R22 refrigerant which has conventionally been used in ACs is an HCFC refrigerant and, therefore, possesses this ozonedestroying potential. International regulations (the Montreal Protocol on Ozone-Damaging Substances) and the domestic laws
of various countries call for the early substitution of R22 by a refrigerant which will not harm the ozone layer.
• In ACs, the HFC refrigerant which has become the mainstream alternative is called R410A.Compared with R22, the
pressure of R410A is approximately 1.6 times as high at the same refrigerant temperature, but the energy efficiency is about
the same. Consisting of hydrogen (H), fluorine (F) and carbon (C), R410A is an HFC refrigerant. Another typical HFC
refrigerant is R407C. While the energy efficiency of R407C is somewhat inferior to that of R410A, it offers the advantage
of having pressure characteristics which are about the same as those of R22, and is used mainly in packaged ACs.
2. The characteristics of HFC (R410A) refrigerants
a. Chemical characteristics
The chemical characteristics of R410A are similar to those of R22 in that both are chemically stable, non-flammable
refrigerants with low toxicity.
However, just like R22, the specific gravity of R410A gas is heavier than that of air. Because of this, it can cause an oxygen
deficiency if it leaks into a closed room since it collects in the lower area of the room. It also generates toxic gas when it is
directly exposed to a flame, so it must be used in a well ventilated environment where it will not collect.
Table 1 Physical comparison of R410A and R22
Composition (wt%)R32/R125 (50/50)R22 (100)
Boiling point (°C)-51.4-40.8
Vaporizing pressure (25°C)1.56 Mpa (15.9 kgf/cm2)0.94 Mpa (9.6 kgf/cm2)
Saturated vapor density64.0 kg/m
FlammabilityNon-flammableNon-flammable
Ozone-destroying point (ODP)00.055
Global-warming point (GWP)17301700
R410AR22
3
44.4 kg/m
3
b. Compositional change (pseudo-azeotropic characteristics)
R410A is a pseudo-azeotropic mixture comprising the two components R32 and R125. Multi-component refrigerants with
these chemical characteristics exhibit little compositional change even from phase changes due to vaporization (or
condensation), which means that there is little change in the circulating refrigerant composition even when the refrigerant
leaks from the gaseous section of the piping.
Accordingly, R410A can be handled in almost the same manner as the single-component refrigerant R22. However, when
charging, because there is a slight change in composition between the gas phase and the liquid phase inside a cylinder or
other container, charging should basically begin with the liquid side.
c. Pressure characteristics
As seen in Table 2, the gas pressure of R410A is approximately 1.6 times as high as that of R22 at the same refrigerant
temperature, which means that special R410A tools and materials with high-pressure specifications must be used for all
refrigerant piping work and servicing.
Table 2 Comparison of R410A and R22 saturated vapor density
Conventionally, mineral oil or a synthetic oil such as alkylbenzene has been used for R22 refrigerating machine oil. Because
of the poor compatibility between R410A and conventional oils like mineral oil, however, there is a tendency for the
refrigerating machine oil to collect in the refrigerating cycle. For this reason, polyester and other synthetic oils which have
a high compatibility with R410A are used as refrigerating machine oil.
Because of the high hygroscopic property of synthetic oil, more care must be taken in its handling than was necessary with
conventional refrigerating machine oils. Also, these synthetic oils will degrade if mixed with mineral oil or alkylbenzene,
causing clogging in capillary tubes or compressor malfunction. Do not mix them under any circumstances.
10.1.2. Safety Measures When Installing/Servicing Refrigerant Piping
Cause the gas pressure of R410A is approximately 1.6 times as high as that of R22, a mistake in installation or servicing could
result in a major accident. It is essential that you use R410A tools and materials, and that you observe the following precautions
to ensure safety.
1. Do not use any refrigerant other than R410A in ACs that have been used with R410A.
2. If any refrigerant gas leaks while you are working, ventilate the room. Toxic gas may be generated if refrigerant gas is exposed
to a direct flame.
3. When installing or transferring an AC, do not allow any air or substance other than R410A to mix into the refrigeration cycle. If
it does, the pressure in the refrigeration cycle can become abnormally high, possibly causing an explosion and/or injury.
4. After finishing the installation, check to make sure there is no refrigerant gas leaking.
5. When installing or transferring an AC, follow the instructions in the installation instructions carefully. Incorrect installation can
result in an abnormal refrigeration cycle or water leakage, electric shock, fire, etc.
6. Do not perform any alterations on the AC unit under any circumstances. Have all repair work done by a specialist. Incorrect
repairs can result in an water leakage, electric shock, fire, etc.
10.2. Tools For Installing/Servicing Refrigerant Piping
10.2.1. Necessary Tools
In order to prevent an R410A AC from mistakenly being charged with any other refrigerant, the diameter of the 3-way valve service
port on the outdoor unit has been changed. Also, to increase its ability to withstand pressure, the opposing dimensions have been
changed for the refrigerant pipe flaring size and flare nut. Accordingly, when installing or servicing refrigerant piping, you must have
both the R410A and ordinary tools listed below.
Gas leak inspectionGas leak inspection fluid or soapy waterElectric gas leak detector for HFC
*1) You can use the conventional (R22) flaring tool. If you need to buy a new tool, buy the R410A type.
*2) Use when it is necessary to detect small gas leaks.
For other installation work, you should have the usual tools, such as screwdrivers (+,-), a metal-cutting saw, an electrical drill, a hole
core drill (65 or 70 dia.), a tape measure, a level, a thermometer, a clamp meter, an insulation tester, a voltmeter, etc.
Type of workOrdinary toolsR410A tools
Refrigerant chargingElectronic scale for refrigerant charging.
Brazing (Replacing refrigerating cycle
part*1)
Table 3 Tools for installation, transferring or replacement
reamer
3/8,1/2). Fixed spanner (opposing sides
12 mm, 17 mm, 19 mm). Adjustable
wrench, Spring bender
(opposing sides 4 mm)
Table 4 Tools for serving
Nitrogen blow set (be sure to use nitrogen
blowing for all brazing), and brazing
machine
Copper pipe gauge for clearance
Adjustment, flaring tool (clutch type)*1)
Refrigerant cylinder. Charging orifice and
packing for refrigerant cylinder
*1) Always replace the dryer of the outdoor unit at the same time. The replacement dryer is wrapped in a vacuum pack. Replace
it last among the refrigerating cycle parts. Start brazing as soon as you have opened the vacuum pack, and begin the vacuuming
operation within 2 hours.
1. Copper tube gauge for clearance adjustment
(used when flaring with the conventional flaring tool (clutch
type))
• This gauge makes it easy to set the clearance for the
copper tube to 1.0-1.5 mm from the clamp bar of the
flaring tool.
2. Flaring tool (clutch type)
• In the R410A flaring tool, the receiving hole for the
clamp bar is enlarged so the clearance from the clamp
bar can be set to 0-0.5 mm, and the spring inside the
tool is strengthened to increase the strength of the pipeexpanding torque. This flaring tools can also be used
with R22 piping, so we recommend that you select it if
you are buying a new flaring tool.
Fig. 1 Copper tube gauge for clearance adjustment
Fig. 2 Flaring tool (clutch type)
3. Torque wrenches
Fig. 3 Torque wrenches
Table 5
Conventional wrenchesR410A wrenches
For 1/4 (opposite side x torque)17 mm x 18 N.m (180 kgf.cm)17 mm x 18 N.m (180 kgf.cm)
For 3/8 (opposite side x torque)22 mm x 42 N.m (420 kgf.cm)22 mm x 42 N.m (420 kgf.cm)
For 1/2 (opposite side x torque)24 mm x 55 N.m (550 kgf.cm)26 mm x 55 N.m (550 kgf.cm)
4. Manifold gauge
• Because the pressure is higher for the R410A type, the conventional type cannot be used.
Table 6 Difference between R410A and conventional high / low-pressure gauges
High-pressure gauge (red)-76 cmHg - 35 kgf/cm
Low-pressure gauge (blue)-76 cmHg - 17 kgf/cm
Conventional gaugesR410A gauges
3
3
-0.1 - 5.3 Mpa -76 cmHg - 53 kgf/cm
-0.1 - 3.8 Mpa -76 cmHg - 38 kgf/cm
3
3
• The shape of the manifold ports has been changed to prevent the possibility of mistakenly charging with another type of
refrigerant.
Table 7 Difference between R410A and conventional manifold port size
• The pressure resistance of the charging hose has been
raised to match the higher pressure of R410A. The hose
material has also been changed to suit HFC use, and
the size of the fitting has been changed to match the
manifold ports.
Fig. 4 Manifold gauge charging hose
Table 8 Difference between R410A and conventional charging hoses
• When using a vacuum pump for R410A, it is necessary
to install an electromagnetic valve to prevent the
vacuum pump oil from flowing back into the charging
hose. The vacuum pump adaptor is installed for that
purpose. if the vacuum pump oil (mineral oil) becomes
mixed with R410A, it will damage the unit.
7. Electric gas leak detector for HFC refrigerant
• The leak detector and halide torch that were used with
CFC and HCFC cannot be used with R410A (because
there is no chlorine in the refrigerant).
• The present R134a leak detector can be used, but the
detection sensitivity will be lower (setting the sensitivity
for R134a at 1, the level for R410A will drop to 0.6).
• For detecting small amounts of gas leakage, use the
electric gas leak detector for HFC refrigerant. (Detection
sensitivity with R410A is about 23 g/year).
Fig. 5 Vacuum pump adaptor
Fig. 6 Electric gas leak detector for HFC refrigerant
• Because of the high pressure and fast vaporizing speed
of R410A, the refrigerant cannot be held in a liquid
phase inside the charging cylinder when charging is
done using the charging cylinder method, causing
bubbles to form in the measurement scale glass and
making it difficult to see the reading. (Naturally, the
conventional R22 charging cylinder cannot be used
because of the differences in the pressure resistance,
scale gradation, connecting port size, etc.)
• The electronic scale has been strengthened by using a
structure in which the weight detector for the refrigerant
cylinder is held by four supports. It is also equipped with
two connection ports, one for R22 (7/16 UNF, 20
threads) and one for R410A (1/2 UNF, 20 threads), so
it can also be used for conventional refrigerant charging.
• There are two types of electronic scales, one for 10-kg
cylinders and one for 20-kg cylinders. (The 10-kg
cylinder is recommended.)
Refrigerant charging is done manually by opening and
closing the valve.
Fig. 7 Electronic scale for refrigerant charging
9. Refrigerant cylinders
• The R410A cylinders are labeled with the refrigerant
name, and the coating color of the cylinder protector is
pink, which is the color stipulated by ARI of the U.S.
• Cylinders equipped with a siphon tube are available to
allow the cylinder to stand upright for liquid refrigerant
charging.
10. Charging orifice and packing for refrigerant cylinders
• The charging orifice must match the size of the charging
hose fitting (1/2 UNF, 20 threads).
• The packing must also be made of an HFC-resistant
material.
Fig. 8 Refrigerant cylinders
Fig. 9 Charging orifice and packing
10.2.3. R410A Tools Which Are Usable for R22 Models
Table 9 R410A tools which are usable for R22 models
R410A toolsUsable for R22 models
(1)Copper tube gauge for clearance adjustmentOK
(2)Flaring tool (clutch type)OK
(3)Manifold gaugeNG
(4)Charging hoseNG
(5)Vacuum pump adaptorOK
(6)Electric gas leak detector for HFC refrigerantNG
(7)Electronic scale for refrigerant chargingOK
(8)Refrigerant cylinderNG
(9)Charging orifice and packing for refrigerant cylinderNG
It is recommended that you use copper and copper alloy jointless pipes with a maximum oil adherence of 40 mg/10m. Do not use
pipes that are crushed, deformed, or discolored (especially the inside surface). If these inferior pipes are used, impurities may clog
the expansion valves or capillaries.
Because the pressure of ACs using R410A is higher than those using R22, it is essential that you select materials that are
appropriate for these standards.
The thickness of the copper tubing used for R410A is shown in Table 10. Please be aware that tubing with a thickness of only 0.7
mm is also available on the market, but this should never be used.
10.3.2. Processing and Connecting Piping Materials
When working with refrigerant piping, the following points must
be carefully observed: no moisture od dust must be allowed to
enter the piping, and there must be no refrigerant leaks.
1. Procedure and precautions for flaring work
a. Cut the pipe
Use a pipe cutter, and cut slowly so the pipe will not be
deformed.
b. Remove burrs and clean shavings from the cut surface
If the shape of the pipe end is poor after removing burrs,
or if shavings adhere to the flared area, it may lead to
refrigerant leaks.
To prevent this, turn the cut surface downward and
remove burrs, then clean the surface, carefully.
c. Insert the flare nut (be sure to use the same nut that is
used on the AC unit)
d. Flaring
Check the clamp bar and the cleanliness of the copper
pipe.
Be sure to use the clamp bar to do the flaring with
accuracy. Use either an R410A flaring tool, or a
conventional flaring tool. flaring tools come in different
sizes, so be sure to check the size before using. When
using a conventional flaring tool, use the copper pipe
gauge for clearance adjustment, etc., to ensure the
correct A dimension (see Fig. 10)
Table 10 Copper tube thickness (mm)
Fig. 10 Flaring dimensions
Fig. 11 Relation between the flare nut structure and flaring tool end
Table 13 R410A flare and flare nut dimensions Unit: mm
Wall thickness
(mm)
Table 14 R22 flare and flare nut dimensions Unit: mm
Wall thickness
(mm)
Table 11 R410A flaring dimensions
Wall thickness
(mm)
Table 12 R22 flaring dimensions
Wall thickness
(mm)
A +0, -0.4B
A +0, -0.4B
R410A flaring
tool, clutch type
R410A flaring
tool, clutch type
dimension
dimension
A (mm)
Conventional flaring tool
Clutch typeWing-nut type
A (mm)
Conventional flaring tool
Clutch typeWing-nut type
C
dimension
C
dimension
D
dimension
D
dimension
Flare nut
width
Flare nut
width
2. Procedure and precautions for flare connection
a. Check to make sure there is no scratches, dust, etc., on the flare and union.
b. Align the flared surface with the axial center of the union.
c. Use a torque wrench, and tighten to the specified torque. The tightening torque for R410A is the same as the conventional
torque value for R22. Be careful, because if the torque is too weak, it may lead to a gas leak. If it is too strong, it may split
the flare nut or make it impossible to remove the flare nut.
1. Types of piping and their storage
The following is a general classification of the refrigerant pipe materials used for ACs.
Because the gas pressure of R410A is approximately 1.6 times as high as that of R22, copper pipes with the thickness shown
in Table 10, and with minimal impurities must be used. Care must also be taken during storage to ensure that pipes are not
crushed, deformed, or scratched, and that no dust, moisture or other substance enters the pipe interior. When storing sheathed
copper pipes or plain copper pipes, seal the openings by pinching or taping them securely.
2. Makings and management
a. Sheathed copper pipes and copper-element pipes
When using these pipes, check to make sure that they are the stipulated thickness. For flare nuts, be sure to used the same
nut that is used on the AC unit.
Use only copper pipes with the thickness given in table 10, and with minimal impurities. Because the surface of the pipe is
exposed, you should take special care, and also take measures such as marking the pipes to make sure they are easily
distinguished from other piping materials, to prevent mistaken use.
3. Precautions during refrigerant piping work
Take the following precautions on-site when connecting pipes. (Keep in mind that the need to control the entry of moisture and
dust is even more important that in conventional piping).
a. Keep the open ends of all pipes sealed until connection with AC equipment is complete.
b. Take special care when doing piping work on rainy days. The entering of moisture will degrade the refrigerating machine oil,
and lead to malfunctions in the equipment.
c. Complete all pipe connections in as short a time as possible. If the pipe must be left standing for a long time after removing
the seal, it must be thoroughly purged with nitrogen, or dried with a vacuum pump.
10.4. Installation, Transferring, Servicing
10.4.1. Inspecting Gas Leaks with a Vacuum Pump for New Installations (Using New
Refrigerant Piping)
1. From the viewpoint of protecting the global environment, please do not release refrigerant into the atmosphere.
a. Connect the projecting side (pin-pushing side) of the charging hose for the manifold gauge to the service port of the 3-way
valve. (1)
b. Fully open the handle Lo of the manifold gauge and run the vacuum pump. (2) (If the needle of the low-pressure gauge
instantly reaches vacuum, re-check step a).)
c. Continue the vacuum process for at least 15 minutes, then check to make sure the low-pressure gauge has reached -0.1
MPa (-76 cmHg). Once the vacuum process has finished, fully close the handle Lo of the manifold gauge and stop the
vacuum pump operation, then remove the charging hose that is connected to the vacuum pump adaptor. (Leave the unit in
that condition for 1-2 minutes, and make sure that the needle of the manifold gauge does not return.) (2) and (3)
d. Turn the valve stem of the 2-way valve 90° counter-clockwise to open it, then, after 10 seconds, close it and inspect for a
gas leak (4)
e. Remove the charging hose from the 3-way valve service port, then open both the 2-way valve and 3-way valve. (1) (4) (Turn
the valve stem in the counter-clockwise direction until it gently makes contact. Do not turn it forcefully).
f. Tighten the service port cap with a torque wrench (18 N.m (1.8 kgf.m)). (5) Then tighten the 2-way valve and 3-way valve
caps with a torque wrench (42 N.m (4.2 kgf.m)) or (55 N.m (5.5 kgf.m)). (6)
g. After attaching each of the caps, inspect for a gas leak around the cap area. (5) (6)
Precautions
• Be sure to read the instructions for the vacuum pump,
vacuum pump adaptor and manifold gauge prior to use,
and follow the instructions carefully.
• Make sure that the vacuum pump is filled with oil up to
the designated line on the oil gauge.
• The gas pressure back flow prevention valve on the
charging hose is generally open during use. When you
are removing the charging hose from the service port, it
will come off more easily if you close this valve.
10.4.2. Transferring (Using New Refrigerant Piping)
1. Removing the unit
a. Collecting the refrigerant into the outdoor unit by pumping down
The refrigerant can be collected into the outdoor unit (pumping down) by pressing the TEST RUN button, even when the
temperature of the room is low.
• Check to make sure that the valve stems of the 2-way valve and 3-way valve have been opened by turning them counterclockwise. (Remove the valve stem caps and check to see that the valve stems are fully opened position. Always use
a hex wrench (with 4-mm opposing sides) to operate the valve stems.)
• Press the TEST RUN button on the indoor unit, and allow preliminary operation for 5-6 minutes. (TEST RUN mode)
• After stopping the operation, let the unit sit for about 3 minutes, then close the 2-way valve by turning the valve stem in
the clockwise direction.
• Press the TEST RUN button on the indoor unit again, and after 2-3 minutes of operation, turn the valve stem of the 3way valve quickly in the clockwise direction to close it, then stop the operation.
• Tighten the caps of the 2-way valve and 3-way valve to the stipulated torque.
• Remove the connection pipes (liquid side and gas side).
b. Removing the indoor and outdoor units.
• Disconnect the pipes and connecting electric cables from between the indoor and outdoor units.
• Put capped flare nuts onto all of the pipe connections of the indoor and outdoor units, to make sure no dust or other
foreign matter enters.
• Remove the indoor and outdoor units.
2. Installing the unit
Install the unit using new refrigerant piping. Follow the instructions in section 4.1 to evacuate the pipes connecting the indoor
and outdoor units, and the pipes of the indoor unit, and check for gas leaks.
10.4.3. AC Units Replacement (Using Existing Refrigerant Piping)
When replacing an R410A AC unit with another R410A AC unit, you should re-flare the refrigerant piping. Even though the
replacement AC unit uses the R410A, problems occur when, for example, either the AC unit maker or the refrigerating machine oil
is different.
When replacing an R22 AC unit with an R410A AC unit, the following checks and cleaning procedures are necessary but are
difficult to do because of the chemical characteristics of the refrigerating machine oil (as described in items c) and d) of section
About R410A Refrigerant
1. Piping check
Because of the different pressure characteristics of R22 and R410A, the design pressure for the equipment is 1.6 times
different. the wall thickness of the piping must comply with that shown in Table 10, but this is not easy to check. Also, even if
the thickness is correct, there may be flattened or bent portions midway through the piping due to sharp curves. Buried sections
of the piping also cannot be checked.
2. Pipe cleaning
A large quantity of refrigerating machine oil (mineral oil) adheres to existing pipes due to the refrigeration cycle circulation. If the
pipes are used just as they are for the R410A cycle, the capacity will be lowered due to the incompatibility of this oil with the
R410A, or irregularities may occur in the refrigeration cycle. For this reason, the piping must be thoroughly cleaned, but this is
difficult with the present technology.
). In this case, you should use new refrigerant piping rather than the existing piping.
10.4.4. Refrigerant Compatibility (Using R410A Refrigerant in R22 ACs and Vice Versa)
Do not operate an existing R22 AC with the new R410A refrigerant. Doing so would result in improper functioning of the equipment
or malfunction, and might lead to a major accident such as an explosion in the refrigeration cycle. Similarly, do not operate an
R410A AC with R22 refrigerant. The chemical reaction between the refrigerating machine oil used in R410A ACs and the chlorine
that is contained in R22 would cause the refrigerating machine oil to degrade and lead to malfunction.
When recharging is necessary, insert the specified amount of new refrigerant in accordance with the following procedure.
1. Connect the charging hose to the service port of the outdoor unit.
2. Connect the charging hose to the vacuum pump adaptor. At this time, fully open the 2-way valve and 3-way valve.
3. Fully open the handle Lo of the manifold gauge, turn on the power of the vacuum pump and continue the vacuum process for
at least one hour.
4. Confirm that the low pressure gauge shows a reading of -0.1 Mpa (-76 cmHg), then fully close the handle Lo, and turn off the
vacuum pump. Wait for 1-2 minutes, then check to make sure that the needle of the Low pressure gauge has not returned. See
Fig. 13 for the remaining steps of this procedure.
5. Set the refrigerant cylinder onto the electronic scale, then connect the hose the cylinder and to the connection port for the
electronic scale. (1)(2)
Precaution:
Be sure to set up the cylinder for liquid charging. If you use a cylinder equipped with a siphon tube, you can charge the liquid
without having to turn the cylinder around
6. Remove the charging hose of the manifold gauge from the vacuum pump adaptor, and connect it to the connection port of the
electronic scale. (2)(3)
7. Open the valve of the refrigerant cylinder, then open the charging valve slightly and close it. Next, press the check valve of the
manifold gauge and purge the air. (2)(4) (Watch the liquid refrigerant closely at this point.)
8. After adjusting the electronic scale to zero, open the charging valve, then open the valve Lo of the manifold gauge and charge
with the liquid refrigerant. (2)(5) (Be sure to read the operating instructions for the electronic scale.)
9. If you cannot charge the stipulated amount, operate the unit in the cooling mode while charging a little of the liquid at a time
(about 150 g/time as a guideline). If the charging amount is insufficient from one operation, wait about one minute, then use the
same procedure to do the liquid charging again.
Precaution:
Never use the gas side to allow a larger amount of liquid refrigerant to be charged while operating the unit.
10. Close the charging valve, and after charging the liquid refrigerant inside the charging hose, fully close the valve Lo of the
manifold gauge, and stop the operation of the unit. (2)(5)
11. Quickly remove the charging hose from the service port. (6) If you stop midway through, the refrigerant that is in the cycle will
be discharged.
12. After putting on the caps for the service port and operating valve, inspect around the caps for a gas leak. (6)(7)
As brazing requires sophisticated techniques and experiences, it must be performed by a qualified person.
In order to prevent the oxide film from occurring in the pipe interior during brazing, it is effective to proceed with brazing while letting
dry nitrogen gas (N
<Brazing Method for Preventing Oxidation>
1. Attach a reducing valve to the nitrogen gas cylinder.
2. Apply a seal onto the clearance between the piping and inserted pipe for the nitrogen gas in order to prevent the nitrogen gas
from flowing backward.
3. When the nitrogen gas is flowing, be sure to keep the piping end open.
4. Adjust the flow rate of nitrogen gas so that it is lower than 0.05 m
5. After taking the steps above, keep the nitrogen gas flowing until the piping cools down to a certain extent (i.e. temperature at
which pipes are touchable with finger).
6. Completely remove the flux after brazing.
) flow.
2
3
/h, or 0.02 MPa (0.2 kgf/cm2) by means of the reducing valve.
Fig. 14 Prevention of Oxidation during Brazing
Cautions during brazing
1. General Cautions
a. The brazing strength should be high as required.
b. After operation, airtightness should be kept under pressurized condition.
c. During brazing do not allow component materials to become damaged due to overheating.
d. The refrigerant pipe work should not become blocked with scale or flux.
e. The brazed part should not restrict the flow in the refrigerant circuit.
f. No corrosion should occur from the brazed part.
2. Prevention of Overheating
Due to heating, the interior and exterior surfaces of treated metal may oxidize. Especially, when the interior of the refrigerant
circuit oxidizes due to overheating, scale occurs and stays in the circuit as dust, thus exerting a fatally adverse effect. So,
make brazing at adequate brazing temperature and with minimum of heating area.
3. Overheating Protection
In order to prevent components near the brazed part from overheating damage or quality deterioration due to flame or heat,
take adequate steps for protection such as (1) by shielding with a metal plate, (2) by using a wet cloth, and (3) by means
of heat absorbent.
4. Movement during Brazing
Eliminate all vibration during brazing to protect brazed joints from cracking and breakage.
5. Oxidation Preventative
In order to improve the brazing efficiency, various types of antioxidant are available on the market. However, the
constituents of these are widely varied, and some are anticipated to corrode the piping materials, or adversely affect HFC
refrigerant, lubricating oil, etc. Exercise care when using an oxidation preventive.
10.4.7. Servicing Tips
The drier must also be replaced whenever replacing the refrigerant cycle parts. Replacing the refrigerant cycle parts first
before replacing the drier. The drier is supplied in a vacuum pack. Perform brazing immediately after opening the vacuum
pack, and then start the vacuum within two hours. In addition, the drier also needs to be replaced when the refrigerant has
leaked completely. (Applicable for drier models only)
• Read the following “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” carefully before installation.
• Electrical work must be installed by a licensed electrician. Be sure to use the correct rating of the power plug and main circuit
for the model to be installed.
• The caution items stated here must be followed because these important contents are related to safety. The meaning of each
indication used is as below.
Incorrect installation due to ignoring of the instruction will cause harm or damage, and the seriousness is classified by the
following indications.
WARNING
CAUTION
The items to be followed are classified by the symbols:
• Carry out test running to confirm that no abnormality occurs after the installation. Then, explain to user the operation, care and
maintenance as stated in instructions. Please remind the customer to keep the operating instructions for future reference.
This indication shows the possibility of causing death or serious injury.
This indication shows the possibility of causing injury or damage to properties only.
Symbol with background white denotes item that is PROHIBITED from doing.
WARNING
1. Engage dealer or specialist for installation. If installation done by the user is defective, it will cause water leakage, electrical shock or fire.
2. Install according to this installation instructions strictly. If installation is defective, it will cause water leakage, electrical shock or fire.
3. Use the attached accessories parts and specified parts for installation. Otherwise, it will cause the set to fall, water leakage, fire or
electrical shock.
4. Install at a strong and firm location which is able to withstand the set’s weight. If the strength is not enough or installation is not properly
done, unit will drop and cause injury.
5. For electrical work, please follow the local national wiring standard & regulation and this installation instructions. An independent circuit
and single outlet must be used. If electrical circuit capacity is not enough or defect found in electrical work, it will cause electrical shock
or fire.
6. Use the specified cable and connect tightly for indoor/outdoor connection. Please clamp the cable firmly so that no external force will be
acted on the terminal. If connection or fixing is not perfect, it will cause heat-up or fire at the connection.
7. Wire routing must be properly arranged so that control board cover is fixed properly. If control board cover is not fixed perfectly, it will
cause heat-up at connection point of terminal, fire or electrical shock.
8. When carrying out piping connection, please take care not to let air or other substances other than the specified refrigerant go into
refrigeration cycle. Otherwise, it will cause lower capacity, abnormal high pressure in the refrigeration cycle, explosion and injury.
9. When connecting the piping, do not allow air or any substances other than the specified refrigerant (R410A) to enter the
refrigeration cycle. Otherwise, this may lower the capacity, cause abnormally high pressure in the refrigeration cycle, and
possibly result in explosion and injury.
10.
When connecting the piping, do not use any existing (R22) pipes and flare nuts. Using such same may cause
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abnormally high pressure in the refrigeration cycle (piping), and possibly result in explosion and injury. Use only
R410A materials.
Thickness of copper pipes used with R410A must be more than 0.8 mm. Never use copper pipes thinner than 0.8
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mm.
It is desirable that the amount of residual oil is less than 40 mg/10 m.
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11. Do not modify the length of the power supply cord or use of the extension cord, and do not share the single outlet with
other electrical appliances. Otherwise, it will cause fire or electrical shock.
1. This equipment must be earthed. It may cause electrical shock if grounding is not perfect.
2. Do not install the unit at place where leakage of flammable gas may occur. In case gas leaks and accumulates at
surrounding of the unit, it may cause fire.
3. Carry out drainage piping as mentioned in installation instructions. If drainage is not perfect, water may enter the room and damage the
furniture.
ATTENTION
1. Selection of the installation location and installation.
Select an installation location which is rigid and strong enough to support or hold the unit, and select a location for easy maintenance.
2. Power supply connection to the room air conditioner.
Connect the power supply cord of the room air conditioner to the mains using one of the following method.
Power supply point shall be the place where there is ease for access for the power disconnection in case of emergency.
In some countries, permanent connection of this room air conditioner to the power supply is prohibited.
1. Power supply connection to the socket using a power plug.
Use an approved 15A power plug with earth pin for the connection to the socket.
2. Power supply connection to a circuit breaker for the permanent connection. Use an approved 16A circuit breaker for the permanent
connection. It must be a double pole switch with a minimum 3.5 mm contact gap.
3. Do not release refrigerant.
Do not release refrigerant during piping work for installation, re-installation and during repairing a refrigeration parts. Take care o f the
liquid refrigerant, it may cause frostbite.
4. Installation work.
It may need two people to carry out the installation work.
5. Do not install this appliance in a laundry room or other location where water may drip from the ceiling, etc.
* If the height from the floor to ceiling exceeds three meters, air flow distribution deteriorates and the effect is decreased.
WARNING
4. The installation position must be able to support a load four times the indoor unit weight.
5. The indoor unit must be away from heat and steam sources, but avoid installing it near an entrance.
6. The indoor unit must allow easy draining.
7. The indoor unit must allow easy connection to the outdoor unit.
8. Place the indoor unit according to the height from the ceiling shown in the illustration below.
9. The indoor unit must be from at least 3m away from any noise-generating equipment. The electrical wiring must be shielded
with a steel conduit.
10. If the power supply is subject to noise generation, add a suppressor.
11. Do not install the indoor unit in a laundry. Electric shocks may result.
NOTE
− Thoroughly study the following installation locations
1. In such places as restaurants and kitchens, considerable amount of oil steam and flour adhere to the turbo fan, the fin
of the heat exchanger and the drain pump, resulting in heat exchange reduction, spraying, dispersing of water drops,
drain pump malfunction, etc.
In these cases, take the following actions:
− Make sure that the ventilation fan for smoke-collecting hood on a cooking table has sufficient capacity so that it draws
oily steam which should not flow into the suction of the air conditioner.
− Make enough distance from the cooking room to install the air conditioner in such place where it may not suck in oily
steam.
2. Avoid installing the air conditioner in such circumstances where cutting oil mist or iron powder exist especially in
factories, etc.
3. Avoid places where inflammable gas is generated, flows-in, contaminated, or leaked.
4. Avoid places where sulphurous acid gas or corrosive gas can be generated.
5. Avoid places near high frequency generators.
Model NameHeight in the ceiling
CS-E15DB4**
CS-E21DB4**
CS-E18DB4**
280 mm or more
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11.2.2. INSTALLATION OF INDOOR UNIT
This air conditioner uses a drain up motor. Horizontally install
the unit using a level gauge.
After completing the piping connection, execute vacuum drying for the connecting piping and the indoor unit.
The vacuum drying must be carried out by using the service ports of both the liquid and gas side valves.
CAUTION Use two wrenches and tighten with regular torque
Drain piping must have down-slope (1/50 to 1/100); be sure not to provide up-and-down slope to prevent reversal flow.
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Be sure to check no air trap and to ensure smooth water flow and no abnormal.
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During drain piping connection, be careful not to exert extra force on the drain port at the indoor unit.
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The outside diameter of the drain connection at the indoor unit is 32mm.
Piping material: Polyvinyl chloride pipe VP-25 and pipe fittings.
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Be sure to perform heat insulation on the drain piping.
Heat insulation material: Polyvinylene foam with thickness more than 8 mm (local supply).
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The height of drain may be possible up to 750 mm.
Drain Test
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Connect the main drain pipe to exterior and leave it provisionally until the test comes to an end.
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Feed water to the flexible drain hose and check the piping for leakage.
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Be sure to check the drain up motor for normal operating and noise when electric wiring is complete.
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When the test is complete, connect the flexible drain hose to the drain port.
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Pour about 600-700cc of water in the drain pan of the indoor unit. (Pour from the position specified in the drawing by using a
The air conditioner uses a drain up motor to drain water. Use the following procedure to test the drain up motor operation.
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When drain set piping, install as shown in the figure below.
water supply bottle or other suitable tool.)
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Press the drain pump test run on pcb to start the drain motor, and verity water drainage.
(The drain motor will automatically stop after operating for about five minutes.)
CAUTION Be sure to perform heat insulation on the drain, liquid and gas piping. Imperfection in heat insulation work leads
to water leakage.
1. Use the heat insulation material for the refrigerant piping which has an excellent heat-resistance (over 120°C).
2. Precautions in high humidity circumstance.
This air conditioner has been tested according to the “JIS Standard Conditions with Mist” and have been confirmed that there
are no faults. However, if it is operated for a long time in high humid atmosphere (dew point temperature: more than 23°C),
water drops are liable to fall. In this case, add heat insulation material according to the following procedure:
• Heat insulation material to be prepared Adiabatic glass wool with thickness 10 to 20 mm.
• Stick glass wool on all air conditioners that are located in ceiling atmosphere.
• In addition to the normal heat insulation (thickness: more than 8 mm) for refrigerant piping (gas piping: thick piping) and
drain piping, add a further of 10 mm to 30 mm thickness material.
Wall seal
• When the outdoor unit is installed on a higher position
than the indoor unit, install the trap so as not to instill
rain water into the wall by transmitting in piping.
• Stuff the space among piping, the electric wire, and- the
drain hose with “Putty” and seal the penetration wall
hole.
Make sure that rain water do not instill into the wall.
• Remove the mounting screw, remove the control box cover,
and then connect the wires by following the procedure given
in the illustration.
11.2.7. INSTALLATION OF DECORATIVE PANEL
Earth lead wire shall be longer than other wires as shown in
the figure for the electrical safety in case of the slipping out
of the cord from anchorage.
The decorative panel has its installation direction. Confirm the direction by displaying the piping side.
1. Remove the air inlet grille by moving the catchers to center.
2. Fitting the decorative panel
• Temporarily secure the fixing screws (3 pcs.) before fitting
the decorative panel. (For temporarily securing the front
grille.)
• Place decorative panel on the screws (3 pcs.) before fitting,
move decorative panel as illustrated and tighten all the
screws (4 pcs.).
CAUTION
• Check before hand the height from the ceiling to the
unit.
• The front grille fitting direction is determined by the unit
direction.
• Only use the screws with the length of 35mm which is
provided, to fix the decorative panel.
• Do not use other screw which is longer it may cause
3. Fit the decorative panel and ceiling wall together and confirm no gap in between. Readjust indoor unit height, if there is a gap
between ceiling wall and decorative panel.
4. Open the indoor control box cover. (2 pcs)
5. Insert firmly the connector of cosmetic louver to indoor
pcb CN-STM1, CN-DISP and CN-STM2.
Be caution not to clamp the cord in between control board
and control board cover.
6. After complete, install back removed part follow opposite
procedure.
WARNING Be sure to hook the air inlet grill string, to prevent
• After selecting the best location, start installation according
to Indoor/Outdoor Unit Installation Diagram.
1. Fix the unit on concrete or rigid frame firmly and horizontally
by bolt nut. (ø10 mm).
2. When installing at roof, please consider strong wind and
earthquake. Please fasten the installation stand firmly with
bolt or nails.
11.3.3. CONNECTING THE PIPING
Connecting The Piping To Indoor Unit
Please make flare after inserting flare nut (locate at joint portion
of tube assembly) onto the copper pipe. (In case of using long
piping)
Connect the piping
• Align the center of piping and sufficiently tighten the flare
nut with fingers.
• Further tighten the flare nut with torque wrench in specified
torque as stated in the table.
Piping size (Torque)
GasLiquid
1/2” (55 N.m)1/4” (18 N.m)
Connecting The Piping To Outdoor Unit
Decide piping length and then cut by using pipe cutter. Remove burrs from cut edge. Make flare after inserting the flare nut
(located at valve) onto the copper pipe.
Align center of piping to valves and then tighten with torque wrench to the specified torque as stated in the table.
CUTTING AND FLARING THE PIPING
1. Please cut using pipe cutter and then remove the burrs.
2. Remove the burrs by using reamer. If burrs is not removed, gas leakage may be caused.
Turn the piping end down to avoid the metal powder entering the pipe.
3. Please make flare after inserting the flare nut onto the copper pipes.
WHEN INSTALLING AN AIR CONDITIONER, BE SURE TO EVACUATE THE AIR INSIDE THE INDOOR UNIT AND PIPES in the
following procedure.
1. Connect a charging hose with a push pin to the Low and High side of a charging set and the service port of the 3-way valve.
• Be sure to connect the end of the charging hose with the push pin to the service port.
2. Connect the center hose of the charging set to a vacuum pump with check valve, or vacuum pump and vacuum pump adaptor.
3. Turn on the power switch of the vacuum pump and make sure that the needle in the gauge moves from 0 cmHg (0 MPa) to
-76 cmHg (-0.1 MPa). Then evacuate the air approximately ten minutes.
4. Close the Low side valve of the charging set and turn off the vacuum pump. Make sure that the needle in the gauge does not
move after approximately five minutes.
Note: BE SURE TO FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE IN ORDER TO AVOID REFRIGERANT GAS LEAKAGE.
5. Disconnect the charging hose from the vacuum pump and from the service port of the 3-way valve.
6. Tighten the service port caps of the 3-way valve at torque of 18 N.m with a torque wrench.
7. Remove the valve caps of both of the 2-way valve and 3-way valve. Position both of the valves to “OPEN” using a hexagonal
wrench (4 mm).
8. Mount valve caps onto the 2-way valve and the 3-way valve.
• Be sure to check for gas leakage.
CAUTION
If gauge needle does not move from 0 cmHg (0 MPa) to -76 cmHg (-0.1 MPa), in step 3 above take the following measure:
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If the leak stops when the piping connections are tightened further, continue working from step 3.
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If the leak does not stop when the connections are retightened, repair the location of leak.
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Do not release refrigerant during piping work for installation and reinstallation. Take care of the liquid refrigerant, it may cause
1. Remove the control board cover from the unit by loosening the screw.
2. Connecting cable between indoor unit and outdoor unit shall be approved polychloroprene sheathed 4 × 1.5 mm
type designation 245 IEC 57 or heavier cord.
3. Secure the cable onto the control board with the holder (clamper).
4. Cable connection to the power supply through knife switch (Disconnecting means).
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• Connect the approved polychloroprene sheathed power supply cable (3 x 2.5 mm
cord to the terminal board, and connect the other end of the cable to knife switch (Disconnecting means).
Note: Knife switch (Disconnecting means) should have minimum 3.5 mm contact gap.
− Secure the cable onto the control board with the holder (clamper).
), type designation 245 IEC 57 or heavier
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flexible cord,
11.3.6. PIPE INSULATION
1. Please carry out insulation at pipe connection portion as mentioned in Indoor/Outdoor Unit Installation Diagram. Please wrap
the insulated piping end to prevent water from going inside the piping.
2. If drain hose or connecting piping is in the room (where dew may form), please increase the insulation by using POLY-E FOAM
with thickness 6 mm or above.
DISPOSAL OF OUTDOOR UNIT DRAIN WATER
• If a drain elbow is used, the unit should be placed on a
stand which is taller than 3 cm.
• If the unit is used in an area where temperature falls below
0°C for 2 or 3 days in succession, it is recommended not to
use a drain elbow, for the drain water freezes and the fan
will not rotate.
AUTO SWITCH OPERATION
The following operations can be performed by pressing the
“AUTO” switch.
1. AUTO OPERATION MODE
The Auto operation will be activated immediately once the
Auto Switch is pressed.
2. TEST RUN OPERATION (FOR PUMP DOWN/SERVICING
PURPOSE)
The Test Run operation will be activated if the Auto Switch
is pressed continuously for more than 5 sec. to below 8 sec.
A “beep” sound will occur at the fifth sec., in order to identify
the starting of Test Run operation.
1. Press AUTO SW continuously for 11 seconds (buzzer
sound = pep pep pep)
2. After 11 seconds, release AUTO SW, then press RemoCon TIMER “
” SW continuously for 5 seconds. Reset
code will be transmitted. After the reset code is transmitted,
release TIMER “
” SW.
3. Press Remo-Con “OFF/ON” button. The new Remo-Con
No. will be accepted and memorized, after which the new
Remo-Con No. can be used.
REMO-CON NO. CHANGE IN REMOTE CONTROL
1. Remove the batteries from the battery compartment of the
Remote Control.
2. On the left side of the battery compartment, there is a small
opening in the centre in which Jumper (J_A) can be seen.
In the accepted Remo-Con PCB shown beside, Jumper
(J_B) can be seen.
• Pb free solder has a higher melting point than standard solder; Typically the melting point is 50 - 70°F(30-40°C) higher. Please use
a high temperature soldering iron. In case of the soldering iron with temperature control, please set it to 700 ± 20°F (370 ± 10°C).
• Pb free solder will tend to splash when heated too high (about 1100° F/600°C).
12.1. Troubleshooting
1.
Rated Frequency Operation
During troubleshooting and servicing, rated compressor operating frequency must be obtained in order to check the
specification and technical data. Below are the methods used to obtain rated compressor operating specification.
(a) Cooling
(i) Press the Auto button continuously for 5 seconds or less than 8 seconds, the air conditioner starts operation at Cooling rated frequency.
(“beep” will be heard at the 5th second.)
(ii) Short the service terminal (CN-S) of the outdoor printed circuit board. The operation of air conditioner is Cooling rated frequency.
(b) Heating
Press the Auto button continuously for 8 seconds or less than 11 seconds, the air conditioner starts operation at Heating rated
frequency. (“beep”“beep” will be heard at the 8th second.)
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2.
Troubleshooting Air Conditioner
Refrigeration cycle system
In order to diagnose malfunctions, make sure that there are
no electrical problems before inspecting the refrigeration
cycle. Such problems include insufficient insulation,
problem with the power source, malfunction of a
compressor and a fan.
The normal outlet air temperature and pressure of the
refrigeration cycle depends on various conditions, the
standard values for them are shown in the table to the right.
1. Relationship between the condition of the air conditioner and pressure and electric current
Cooling ModeHeating Mode
Condition of the air
conditonerLow PressureHigh PressureElectric current
during operation
Insufficient refrigerant
(gas leakage)
Clogged capillary tube
or Strainer
Short circuit in the
indoor unit
Heat radiation
deficiency of the
outdoor unit
Low PressureHigh PressureElectric current
during operation
Inefficient compression
•
Carry on the measurements of pressure, electric current, and temperature fifteen minutes after an operation is started.
12.2. Breakdown Self Diagnosis Function
Once abnormality detected during operation, the unit will immediately stop its operation (Timer LED is blinking) and maximum of
three error codes (abnormality) will be saved in memory. The abnormality of the operation can be identified through the below
breakdown diagnosis method:
•
Press “CHECK” button at remote control continuously for more than five seconds to turn on the diagnosis mode, “H11” will be
displayed at remote control.
•
By pressing the TMER “
displayed.
•
If error code displayed matches the error code saved in unit memory (abnormality detected), “beep, beep, beep....” sounds will
be heard for 4 seconds and Power LED will light on. Otherwise, one “beep” sound is heard.
If “CHECK” button is press again or without any operation for 30 seconds, the diagnosis mode will turn off.
” button once, next error code will be displayed; press “V” button once, previous error code will be
H12Connection capability rank abnormal———
H14Indoor intake air temperature sensor
H15Outdoor compressor temperature sensor
H16Outdoor Current Transformer open
H19Indoor fan motor merchanism lock——
H21Indoor float switch operation abnormal———
H23Indoor heat exchanger temperature
H27Outdoor air temperature sensor
H28Outdoor heat exchanger temperature
H30Discharge temperature sensor
H33Indoor/Outdoor wrong connection——
H35Indoor drain water adverse current
H38Indoor/Outdoor mismatch (brand code)———
H97Outdoor Fan Motor lock abnormality——
H98Indoor high pressure protection——
H99Indoor heat exchanger anti-freezing
F11Cooling / Heating cycle changeover
F90PFC control4 times occurance
F91Refrigeration cycle abnormality7 times occurance
F93Outdoor compressor abnormal revolution4 times occurance
F95Cool high pressure protection4 times occurance
F96IPM (power transistor) overheating
F97Outdoor compressor overheating
F98Total running current protection3 times occurance
F99Outdoor Direct Current (DC) peak
Abnormality / Protection controlAbnormality
communication
abnormality
abnormality
circuit
sensor abnormality
abnormality
sensor abnormality
abnormality
abnormal
protection
abnormality
protection
protection
detection
Judgement
> 1 min after starting
operation
Continue for 5 sec.—
Continue for 5 sec.—
——
Continue for 5 sec.O
Continue for 5 sec.O
Continue for 5 sec.O
Continue for 5 sec.—
———
——
4 times occurance
within 30 minutes
within 10 minutes
continuously
within 20 minutes
within 20 minutes
——
4 times occurance
within 20 minutes
within 20 minutes
7 times occurance
continuously
Emergency
operation
Indoor fan operation
only
(Cooling only)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Primary location to verify
• Internal / external cable connections
• Indoor / Outdoor PCB
• Intake air temperature sensor
(defective or disconnected)
• Compressor temperature sensor
(defective or disconnected)
• Outdoor PCB
• IPM (Power transistor) module
• Indoor PCB
• Fan motor
• Heat exchanger temperature sensor
(defective or disconnected)
• Outdoor temperature sensor
(defective or disconnected)
• Outdoor heat exchanger
temperature sensor (defective or
disconnected)
• Discharge temperature sensor
• Indoor/Outdoor supply voltage
• Outdoor PCB
• Outdoor Fan Motor
• Air filter dirty
• Air circulation short circuit
• Insufficient refrigerant
• Air filter dirty
• 4-way valve
• V-coil
• Voltage at PFC
• No refrigerant
(3-way valve is closed)
• Outdoor compressor
• Outdoor refrigerant circuit
• Excess refrigerant
• Improper heat radiation
• IPM (Power transistor)
• Insufficient refrigerant
• Compressor
• Excess refrigerant
• Improper heat radiation
• Outdoor PCB
• IPM (Power transistor)
• Compressor
Note:
“O” - Frequency measured and fan speed fixed.
The memory data of error code is erased when the power supply is cut off, or press the Auto Switch until “beep” sound heard
following by pressing the “RESET” button at Remote Control.
Although operation forced to stop when abnormality detected, emergency operation is possible for certain errors (refer to Error
Codes Table) by using Remote Control or Auto Switch at indoor unit. However, the Remote Control signal receiving sound is
changed from one “beep” to four “beep” sounds.
• When the batteries are inserted for the first time or the
batteries are replaced, you may notice the indications at
remote control’s display screen blink continuously and
not functionable. If this condition happens, try to reset
the remote control by pushing the reset terminal with a
pointing device.
• You may also do the reset to erase the setting at remote
control and restore back the default setting.
Setting Remote Control Transmission Code
• There are 4 types of remote control transmission code could be selected. The indoor unit will only operate when received
signal with same transmission code from remote control. This could prevent signal interference when there are 2 or more
indoor unit installed nearby together.
• To change remote control transmission code, short or open jumpers at the remote control printed circuit board.
• Under various setting mode, after select the transmission code combination of remote control, press “Timer Decrement”
button of remote control for 5 seconds to transmit a signal to indoor unit. The transmission code will be stored in EEPROM.
• After signal is received, the various setting mode is cancelled and return to normal operation.
• The “Auto OFF/ON” button is used to operate the air conditioner if remote control is misplaced or malfunctioning.
• Auto operation is started once “Auto OFF/ON” button is pressed.
• Forced cooling operation is possible by pressing the “Auto OFF/ON” button for more than 5 seconds where “beep” sound is
heard, then release the button.
• By continuously pressing the “Auto OFF/ON” button, it will enable standby states for Forced Heating Operation, Various Setting
Mode and Individual Correspondence Mode. At standby state, the unit still operates with Forced Cooling Operation.
• Press “Timer Decrement” button of remote control for 5 seconds to activate the standby mode, where “beep” sound is heard.
• In Various Setting Mode, the unit captures remote control transmission code when “Check” button is pressed.
• In Individual Correspondence Mode, press “Check” button at remote control to enter remote control signal receiving sound
selection mode.
Press “Auto OFF/ON” button to trigger the remote control signal receiving sound.
− Short “Beep”: Turn OFF remote control signal receiving sound.
− Long “Beep”: Turn ON remote control signal receiving sound.
• After signal is received, the unit returns to normal operation.
4 way valve abnormality4 min.24 sec.
Outdoor air temp. for Hz No. decision30 min.0 sec.
Anti-dew formation control20 min.0 sec.
Anti-freezing control6 min.0 sec.
Thermo OFF delay3 min.0 sec.
Low pressure control (gas leakage) compressor OFF time3 min.0 sec.
Time delay safety control2 min. 58 sec.0 sec.
Odour timer status shift time90 sec.0 sec.
Intake air temp. sampling time2 min.0 sec.
Self diagnosis display time10 sec.0 sec.
Auto mode judgement sampling time20 sec.0 sec.
24 hours Real Timer1 hour1 min.
Heating SSHi fan speed shift120 min.12 sec.
Cooling SHi fan speed shift30 min.3 sec.
Hot start forced completion4 min.0.4 sec.
Auto mode judgement interval30 min.3 sec.
After Hot start / Deice2 min.12 sec.
Test mode
NameTime(When test point
Short-circuited)
20 sec.
20 sec.
120 sec.
TIMER TABLE <OUTDOOR>
DC PEAK30 sec.3 sec.
Deice detection80 min.16 sec.
Hz lock time30 sec.0 sec.
Outdoor fan delay operation control30 sec.3 sec.
4 way valve delay operation control3 min.18 sec.