11.HOW TO DIAGNOSE THE TROUBLE...................................................... 70
12.HOW TO REPLACE THE MAIN PARTS................................................... 98
13.EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST ................................................. 119
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Read the precautions in this manual
carefully before operating the unit.
Information included in the Operation
Manual and/or Installation Manual.
This appliance is ¿ lled with R32.
(Flammable Material)
Service personnel should be handing this equipment
with reference to the Installation Manual.
For general public use
Power supply cord of outdoor unit shall be more than 1.5 mm2 (H07RN-F or 60245IEC66) polychloroprene
sheathed flexible cord.
• Read this “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” carefully before servicing.
• The precautions described below include the important items regarding safety. Observe them without fail.
• After the servicing work, perform a trial operation to check for any problem.
• Turn off the main power supply switch (or breaker) before the unit maintenance.
Ŷ
Important information regarding the refrigerant used
This product contains À uorinated greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol. Do not vent gases into
the atmosphere. Refrigerant type: R32
(1)
GWP
value: 675*
(1)
GWP = global warming potential
The refrigerant quantity is in dicated on the unit name plate.
* This value is based on F gas regulation 517/2014
CAUTION
CAUTION
New Refrigerant Air Conditioner Installation
• THIS AIR CONDITIONER ADOPTS THE NEW HFC REFRIGERANT (R32) WHICH DOES NOT
DESTROY OZONE LAYER.
R32 refrigerant is apt to be affected by impurities such as water, oxidizing membrane, and oils because the
working pressure of R32 refrigerant is approx. 1.6 times of refrigerant R22. Accompanied with the adoption
of the new refrigerant, the refrigeration machine oil has also been changed. Therefore, during installation
work, be sure that water, dust, former refrigerant, or refrigeration machine oil does not enter into the new
type refrigerant R32 air conditioner circuit.
To prev ent mixing of refrigerant or refrigerating machine oil, the sizes of connecting sections of charging
port on main unit and installation tools are different from those used for the conventional refrigerant units.
Accordingly, special tools are required for the new refrigerant (R32) units. For connecting pipes, use new
and clean piping materials with high pressure fittings made for R32 only, so that water and/or dust does not
enter. Moreover, do not use the existing piping because there are some problems with pressure fittings and
possible impurities in existing piping.
CAUTION
TO DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE MAIN POWER SUPPLY
This appliance must be connected to the main power supply by a circuit breaker or a switch with a contact
separation of at least 3 mm.
DANGER
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• ASK AN AUTHORIZED DEALER OR QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PROFESSIONAL TO INSTALL/MAINTAIN THE AIR CONDITIONER.
INAPPROPRIATE SERVICING MA Y RESULT IN WATER LEAKAGE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
• TURN OFF MAIN POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY ELECTRICAL WORK. MAKE SURE
ALL POWER SWITCHES ARE OFF. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE
The high voltage circuit is incorporated.
Be careful to do the check service, as the electric shock may be caused in case of touching parts
on the P.C. board by hand.
• CORRECTLY CONNECT THE CONNECTING CABLE. IF THE CONNECTING CABLE IS INCORRECTLY CONNECTED, ELECTRIC PARTS MAY BE D
• CHECK THAT THE EARTH WIRE IS NOT BROKEN OR DISCONNECTED BEFORE SERVICE AND
INSTALLATION. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK.
• DO NOT INSTALL NEAR CONCENTRATIONS OF COMBUSTIBLE GAS OR GAS VAPORS. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION CAN RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
• TO PREVENT THE INDOOR UNIT FROM OVERHEATING AND CAUSING A FIRE HAZARD, PLACE
THE UNIT WELL AWAY (MORE THAN 2 M) FROM HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT
REGISTORS, FURNACE, STOVES, ETC.
• WHEN MO VING THE AIR-CONDITIONER FOR INSTALLATION IN ANOTHER PLACE, BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW THE SPECIFIED REFRIGERANT (R410A) T O BECOME MIXED WITH ANY
OTHER GASEOUS BODY INTO THE REFRIGERATION CIRCUIT. IF AIR OR ANY OTHER GAS IS
MIXED IN THE REFRIGERANT, THE GAS PRESSURE IN THE REFRIGERATION CIRCUIT WILL
BECOME ABNORMALLY HIGH AND IT MAY RESULT IN THE PIPE BURSTING AND POSSIBLE PERSONNEL INJURIES.
• IN THE EVENT THAT THE REFRIGERANT GAS LEAKS OUT OF THE PIPE DURING THE SERVICE
WORK AND THE INSTALLATION WORK, IMMEDIATELY LET FRESH AIR INTO THE ROOM. IF THE
REFRIGERANT GAS IS HEATED, SUCH AS BY FIRE, GENERATION OF POISONOUS GAS MAY
RESULT.
AMAGED.
WARNING
• Never modify this unit by removing any of the safety guards or bypass any of the safety interlock
switches.
• Do not install in a place which cannot bear the weight of the unit. Personal injury and property
damage can result if the unit falls.
• After the installation work, confirm that refrigerant gas does not leak.
If refrigerant gas leaks into the room and flows near a fire source, such as a cooking range, noxious gas
may generate.
• The electrical work must be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the Installation
Manual. Make sure the air conditioner uses an exclusive circuit.
An insufficient circuit capacity or inappropriate installation may cause fire.
• When wiring, use the specified cab les and connect the terminals securely to prevent external
forces applied to the cable from affecting the terminals.
• Be sure to provide grounding.
Do not connect ground wires to gas pipes, water pipes, lightning rods or ground wires for telephone cables.
• Conform to the regulations of the local electric company when wiring the power supply.
Inappropriate grounding may cause electric shock.
Do not pierce or burn as the appliance is pressurized. Do not expose the appliance to heat, À ame, sparks, or
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•
other sources or ignition. Else, it may explode and cause injury or death.
For R32 model, use pipes, À are nut and tools which is speci¿ ed for R32 refrigerant. Using of existing (R22)
•
piping, À are nut and tools may cause abnormally high pressure in the refrigerant cycle (piping), and possibly
result in explosion and injury.
Thickness of copper pipes used R32 must be more than 0.8mm. Never use copper pipes thinner than 0.8mm.
•
Do not perform flare connection inside a building or dwelling or room, when joining the heat exchanger of
•
indoor unit with interconnection piping. Refrigerant connection inside a building or dwelling or room must be
made by brazing or welding. Joint connection of indoor unit by flaring method can only be made at outdoor or
at outside of building or dwelling or room. Flare connection may cause gas leak and flammable atmosphere.
After completion of installation or service, confirm there is no leakage of refrigerant gas. It may generate toxic
•
gas when the refrigerant contacts with fire.
• Appliance and pipe-work shall be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area large than A
How to get A
m2 : A
min
= (M / (2.5 x 0.22759 x h0))
min
2
min
M is the refrigerant charge amount in appliance in kg. h0 is the installation height of the appliance in m : 0.6 m
for floor standing/1.8m for wall mounted/1.0 m for window mounted/2.2 m for ceiling mounted.
• Comply with national gas regulations.
CAUTION
m
2
• E
xposure of unit to water or other moisture before installation may res
ult in an electrical short.
Do not store in a wet basement or expose to rain or water.
• Do not install in a place that can increase the vibration of the unit. Do not ins
the noise level of the unit or where noise or dischar
• T
o avoid personal injury
• P
erform the specified installation work to guard against an earthquake.
, be careful when handling parts with sharp edges.
If the air conditioner is not installed appropriately, ac
ged air might disturb neighbors.
cidents may occur due to the falling unit.
tall in a place that can amplify
For Reference:
If a heating operation would be continuously performed for a long time under the condition that the outdoor
temperature is 0°C or lower, drainage of defrosted water may be difficult due to freezing of the bottom
plate, resulting in a trouble of the cabinet or fan.
It is recommended to procure an antifreeze heater locally for a safe installation of the air conditioner.
For details, contact the dealer.
Net weight(kg)10
Fan motor output(W)35
Air flow rate(Cooling / Heating)
Outdoor unitUnit model
DimensionHeight(mm)550
Width(mm)780
Depth(mm)290
Net weight(kg)34
CompressorMotor output(W)750
Type
ModelKSN108D22UFZ
Fan motor output(W)43
Air flow rate(Cooling / Heating)
PipingTypeFlare connection
connectionIndoor unitLiquid side(mm)
Gas side(mm)
Outdoor unitLiquid side(mm)
Gas side(mm)
Maximum length(m)20
Maximum charge-less length(m)15
Maximum height difference(m)12
RefrigerantName of refrigerant
Weight(kg)0.80
WiringPower supply3 Wires: Includes earth (Outdoor)
connectionInterconnection4 Wires: Includes earth
Usable temperature rangeIndoor(Cooling / Heating)21-32/0-28
Outdoor(Cooling / Heating)
AccessoryIndoor unit
Installation plate1
Wireless remote controller1
Batteries
Remote controller holder1
Active Carbon Catechin filter
Mounting screw
Remote controller holder
Flat head wood screw
Installation manual1
Owner's manual
(m3 / min)
(m3 / min)
(oC)
(C)
6.953.17
Single rotary type with DC-inverter variable speed control
RAS -16BKVG-E
RAS -16BAVG-E
4.60
1.20-5.30
5.40
0.93-6.40
1Ph/50Hz/220-240V
RAS-16BKVG-E
12.5/12.8
RAS-16BAVG-E
34/36
6.35
12.7
6.35
12.7
R32
-15,46/-15,24
2
-
6(4x25L)
2(3.1Lx16L)
1
* The specification may be subject to change without notice for purpose of improvement.
2-2. Operation Characteristic Curve
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<Cooling><Heating>
7
RAS-16BKVG-E
RAS-16BKVG-E
6
RAS-13BKVG-E
5
RAS-10BKVG-E
4
RAS-07BKVG-E
3
Current (A)
RAS-05BKVG-E
2
Conditions
Indoor : DB 27
1
Outdoor : DB 35
Indoor Air Flow : High
Pipe Length : 5m
Voltage : 230V
o
C/WB 19oC
o
C/WB 24oC
0
0 102030405060708090100
Compressor Speed (RPS)
7
6
5
RAS-16BKVG-E
RAS-13BKVG-E
RAS-10BKVG-E
4
RAS-07BKVG-E
3
Current (A)
RAS-05BKVG-E
2
Conditions
Indoor : DB 20
1
Outdoor : DB 7
Indoor Air Flow : High
Pipe Length : 5m
Voltage : 230V
o
C/WB 15oC
o
C/WB 6oC
0
0 102030405060708090100
Compressor Speed (RPS)
2-3. Capacity Variation ratio According to Temperature.
<Cooling><Heating>
105.0
100.0
95.0
90.0
85.0
80.0
75.0
Cooling Capacity ratio (%)
70.0
65.0
60.0
55.0
Capacity ratio : 100 %=
1.50kW(RAS-05BKVG-E)
2.00kW(RAS-07BKVG-E)
2.50kW(RAS-10BKVG-E)
3.30kW(RAS-13BKVG-E)
4.60kW(RAS-16BKVG-E)
Conditions
Indoor : DB 27
Outdoor : DB 35
Indoor Air Flow : High
Pipe Length : 5m
Voltage : 230V
o
C/WB 19oC
o
C/WB 24oC
50.0
32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46
Outside Temperature ( oC)
120.0
100.0
80.0
60.0
Heating Capacity ratio (%)
40.0
20.0
0.0
-15-10-50510
Capacity ratio : 100 %=
2.00kW(RAS-05BKVG-E)
2.50kW(RAS-07BKVG-E)
3.20kW(RAS-10BKVG-E)
3.60kW(RAS-13BKVG-E)
5.40kW(RAS-16BKVG-E)
Outside Temperature ( ºC)
Conditions
Indoor : DB 20
Outdoor : DB 7
Indoor Air Flow : High
Pipe Length : 5m
Voltage : 230V
o
C/WB 15oC
o
C/WB 6oC
3. REFRIGERANT R32
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This air conditioner adopts the new refrigerant HFC
(R32) which does not damage the ozone layer.
The next section describes the precautions for air
conditioner using the new refrigerant. Conforming to
contents of the next section together with the general
cautions included in this manual, perform the correct
and safe work.
3-1. Safety During Installation/Servicing
The basic installation servicing work procedures are
the same as conventional R410A models.
As R32’s pressure is about 1.6 times higher than that
of R22, improper installation/servicing may cause a
serious trouble. By using tools and materi-als exclusive
for R32, it is necessary to carry out installation/
servicing safely while taking the following precautions
into consideration.
1. Never use refrigerant other than R32 in an air
conditioner which is designed to operate with R32.
If other refrigerant than R32 is mixed, pressure in
the refrigeration cycle becomes abnormally high,
and it may cause personal injury, etc. by a rupture.
2. Confirm the used refrigerant name, and use tools
and materials exclusive for the refrigerant.
The refrigerant name R32 is indicated on the visible
place of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner using
R32 as refrigerant. To prevent mischarging, the
diameter of the service port differs from that of R22.
R32 and other HFCs are heavier than air, and
therefore they
surface.
If the gas fills up the room or the bottom part of a
room, it may also cause oxygen deficiency and may
reach its combustion concentration.
In order to prevent oxygen deficiency and R32
combustion, keep the room well-ventilated for a
healthy work environment.
In particular, using HFCs in a basement room or
confined area creates a higher risk; be sure to
furnish the room with local exhaust ventilation.
If a refrigerant leak is confirmed in a room an
inadequately ventilated location, do not use a flame
until the area has been ventilated appropriately and
the work environment has been improved.
The same applies in case of brazing, ensure
appropriate ventilation to prevent oxygen deficiency
and R32 combustion.
Check that there are no dangerous or combustible
items nearby, and ensure a fire extinguisher is close
at hand.
Keep a sufficient distance away from causes of fire
(ignition sources) such as gas-burning equipment
and electric heaters in places where installation,
repairs, or similar work on air-conditioning
equipment is performed.
are inclined to settle near the floor
3. If a refrigeration gas leakage occurs during
installation/servicing, be sure to ventilate fully.
If the refrigerant gas comes into contact with fire, a
poisonous gas may occur.
4. When installing or removing an air conditioner, do
not allow air moisture dust or oil to remain in the
refrigeration cycle. Otherwise, pressure in
the refrigeration cycle may become abnormally high
so that a rupture or personal injury may be caused.
5. 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 fire in the fan-driven heater, space
heater, etc., a poisonous gas may occur
6. When an air conditioning system charged with a
large volume of refrigerant is installed in a small
room, it is necessary to exercise care so that, even
when refrigerant leaks, its concentration does not
exceed the marginal level.
If the refrigerant gas leakage occurs and its
concentration exceeds the marginal level, an
oxygen starvation accident may result.
7. Be sure to carry out installation or removal
according to the installation manual.
Improper installation may cause refrigeration
trouble, water leakage, electric shock, fire, etc.
8. Unauthorized modifications to the air conditioner
may be dangerous. If a breakdown occurs please
call a qualified air conditioner technician or
electrician.
Improper repair's may result in water leakage,
electric shock and fire, etc.
3-2. Refrigerant Piping Installation
3-2-1. Piping Materials and Joints Used
For the refrigerant piping installation, copper pipes
and joints are mainly used. Copper pipes and joints
suitable for the refrigerant must be chosen and
installed. Furthermore, it is necessary to use clean
copper pipes and joints whose interior surfaces are
less affected by contaminants.
1. Copper Pipes
It is necessary to use seamless copper pipes which
are made of either copper or copper alloy and it is
desirable that the amount of residual oil is less than
40 mg/10 m. Do not use copper pipes having a
collapsed, deformed or discolored portion
(especially on the interior surface).
Otherwise, the expansion valve or capillary tube
may become blocked with contaminants.
As an air conditioner using R32 incurs pres-sure
higher than when using R22, it is necessary to
choose adequate materials.
Thicknesses of copper pipes used with R32 are
shown in Table 3-2-1. Never use copper pipes
thinner than 0.8 mm even when it is available on
the market.
as
Table 3-2-1 Thicknesses of annealed copper pipes
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Thickness (mm)
Nominal diameter
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
Outer diameter (mm)
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
R32(R410A)R22
0.800.80
0.800.80
0.800.80
1.001.00
2. Joints
For copper pipes, flare joints or socket joints are used. Prior to use, be sure to remov e all contaminants.
a) Flare Joints
Flare joints used to connect the copper pipes cannot be used for pipings whose outer diameter exceeds
20 mm. In such a case, socket joints can be used.
Sizes of flare pipe ends, flare joint ends and flare nuts are as shown in Tables 3-2-3 to 3-2-6 below.
b) Socket Joints
Socket joints are such that they are brazed for connections, and used mainly for thick pipings whose
diameter is larger than 20 mm.
Thicknesses of sock et joints are as shown in Table 3-2-2.
Table 3-2-2 Minimum thicknesses of socket joints
Nominal diameter
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
Reference outer diameter of
copper pipe jointed (mm)
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
Minimum joint thickness
(mm)
0.50
0.60
0.70
0.80
3-2-2. Processing of Piping Materials
When performing the refrigerant piping installation, care should be taken to ensure that water or dust does not
enter the pipe interior, that no other oil than lubricating oils used in the installed air-water heat pump is used,
and that refrigerant does not leak. When using lubricating oils in the piping processing, use such lubricating oils
whose water content has been removed. When stored, be sure to seal the container with an airtight cap or any
other cover.
1. Flare processing procedures and precautions
a) Cutting the Pipe
By means of a pipe cutter, slowly cut the pipe so that it is not deformed.
b) Removing Burrs and Chips
If the flared section has chips or burrs, refrigerant leakage ma y occur.
Carefully remove all burrs and clean the cut surface before installation.
c) Insertion of Flare Nut
d) Flare Processing
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Make certain that a clamp bar and copper
pipe have been cleaned.
By means of the clamp bar, perform the flare
processing correctly.
Use either a flare tool for R32 or conventional flare tool.
Flare processing dimensions differ according
to the type of flare tool. When using a conventional flare tool, be sure to secure “dimen-
sion A” by using a gauge for size adjustment.
Table 3-2-3 Dimensions related to flare processing for R32(R410A)
Nominal
diameter
Outer
diameter
(mm)
Thickness
(mm)
Fig. 3-2-1 Flare pr ocessing dimensions
Flare tool for R32
clutch type
ØD
A
A (mm)
Conventional flare tool
Clutch type Wing nut type
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
Nominal
diameter
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
Table 3-2-4 Dimensions related to flare processing for R22
Outer
diameter
(mm)
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
0.8
0.8
0.8
1.0
Thickness
(mm)
0.8
0.8
0.8
1.0
0 to 0.5
0 to 0.5
0 to 0.5
0 to 0.5
Flare tool for R22
clutch type
0 to 0.5
0 to 0.5
0 to 0.5
0 to 0.5
1.0 to 1.51.5 to 2.0
1.0 to 1.51.5 to 2.0
1.0 to 1.52.0 to 2.5
1.0 to 1.52.0 to 2.5
A (mm)
Conventional flare tool
Clutch type Wing nut type
0.5 to 1.01.0 to 1.5
0.5 to 1.01.0 to 1.5
0.5 to 1.01.5 to 2.0
0.5 to 1.01.5 to 2.0
Nominal
diameter
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
Table 3-2-5 Flare and flare nut dimensions for R32(R410A)
Outer diameter
(mm)
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
Thickness
(mm)
0.8
0.8
0.8
1.0
Dimension (mm)
ABCD
9.19.26.513
13.213.59.720
16.616.012.923
19.719.016.025
Flare nut width
(mm)
17
22
26
29
Table 3-2-6 Flare and flare nut dimensions for R22
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Nominal
diameter
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
3/4
Outer diameter
(mm)
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
19.05
45˚ to 46˚
Thickness
(mm)
0.8
0.8
0.8
1.0
1.0
BA
Dimension (mm)
ABCD
9.09.26.513
13.013.59.720
16.216.012.920
19.719.016.023
23.324.019.234
D
C
43˚ to 45˚
Flare nut width
(mm)
17
22
24
27
36
Fig. 3-2-2 Relations between flare nut and flare seal surface
2. Flare Connecting Procedures and Precautions
a) Make sure that the flare and union portions do not have any scar or dust, etc.
b) Correctly align the processed flare surface with the union axis.
c) Tighten the flare with designated torque by means of a torque wrench. The tightening torque for R32 is
the same as that for conventional R22. Incidentally, when the torque is weak, the gas leakage may occur.
When it is strong, the flare nut may crack and may be made non-removable. When choosing the tightening torque, comply with values designated by manufacturers. Table 3-2-7 shows reference values.
NOTE :
When applying oil to the flare surface, be sure to use oil designated by the manufacturer.
If any other oil is used, the lubricating oils may deteriorate and cause the compressor to burn out.
Table 3-2-7 Tightening torque of flare for R32(R410A) [Reference values]
Nominal
diameter
Outer diameter
(mm)
Tightening torque
N•m (kgf•cm)
Tightening torque of torque
wrenches available on the market
N•m (kgf•cm)
1/4
3/8
1/2
5/8
6.35
9.52
12.70
15.88
14 to 18 (140 to 180)
33 to 42 (330 to 420)
50 to 62 (500 to 620)
63 to 77 (630 to 770)
16 (160), 18 (180)
42 (420)
55 (550)
65 (650)
3-3. Tools
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3-3-1. Required Tools
The service port diameter of packed valve of the outdoor unit in the air-water heat pump using R32 is
changed to prevent mixing of other refrigerant. To reinforce the pressure-resisting strength, flare processing
dimensions and opposite side dimension of flare nut (For Ø12.7 copper pipe) of the refrigerant piping are
lengthened.
The used refrigerating oil is changed, and mixing of oil may cause a trouble such as generation of sludge,
clogging of capillary, etc. Accordingly, the tools to be used are classified into the following three types.
1. Tools exclusive for R32 (Those which cannot be used for conventional refrigerant (R22))
2. Tools exclusive for R32, but can be also used for conventional refrigerant (R22)
3. Tools commonly used for R32 and for conventional refrigerant (R22)The table below shows the tools exclusive for R32 and their interchangeability.
Tools exclusive for R32 (The following tools for R410A are required.)
Tools whose specifications are changed for R32 and their interchangeability
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
R32(R410A)
Whether conventional equipment
can be used
*(Note 1)
*(Note 1)
×
×
×
×
×
air-water heat pump installation
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
(Note 1) When flaring is carried out for R32(R410A) using the conventional flare tools, adjustment of projection
Used tool
Flare tool
Copper pipe gauge for
adjusting projection
margin
Torque wrench
(For Ø12.7)
Gauge manifold
Charge hose
Vacuum pump adapter
Electronic balance for
refrigerant charging
Leakage detector
margin is necessary. For this adjustment, a copper pipe gauge, etc. are necessary.
Pipe flaring
Flaring by
conventional flare tool
Connection of flare nut
Evacuating, refrigerant
charge, run check, etc.
Vacuum evacuating
Refrigerant charge
Gas leakage check
Usage
Existence of
new equipment
for R32
Conventional air-water
heat pump installation
Whether new equipment
can be used with
conventional refrigerant
¡
*(Note 1)
×
×
¡
¡
¡
In addition to the above exclusive tools, the following equipments which serve also f or R22 are necessary
as the general tools.
1. Vacuum pump
Use vacuum pump by attaching
vacuum pump adapter.
2. Torque wrench (For Ø6.35, Ø9.52)
3. Pipe cutter
Also prepare the following equipments for other installation method and run check.
1. Clamp meter
2. Thermometer
General tools (Conventional tools can be used.)
4. Reamer
5. Pipe bender
10. Hexagon wrench
6. Le vel vial
7. Screwdriver (+, –)
8. Spanner or Monk ey wrench
11 . Tape measure
12. Metal saw
3. Insulation resistance tester
4. Electroscope
9. Hole core drill (Ø65)
(Opposite side 4mm)
3-4. Recharging of Refrigerant
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When it is necessary to recharge refrigerant, charge the specified amount of new refrigerant according to the
following steps .
Recover the refrigerant, and check no refrigerant
remains in the equipment.
Connect the charge hose to packed valve service
port at the outdoor unit’s gas side.
Connect the charge hose to the vacuum pump
adapter.
Open fully both packed valves at liquid and gas
sides.
When the compound gauge’s pointer has indicated
–0.1 Mpa (–76 cmHg), place the handle Low in the
fully closed position, and turn off the vacuum pump’s
power switch.
Keep the status as it is for 1 to 2 minutes, and ensure
that the compound gauge’s pointer does not return.
Set the refrigerant cylinder to the electronic balance,
connect the connecting hose to the cylinder and the
connecting port of the electronic balance, and charge
liquid refrigerant.
Place the handle of the gauge manifold Low in the
fully opened position, and turn on the vacuum pump’s
power switch. Then, evacuating the refrigerant in the
cycle.
(For refrigerant charging, see the figure below.)
1. Never charge refrigerant exceeding the specified amount.
2. If the specified amount of refrigerant cannot be charged, charge refrigerant bit by bit in COOL mode.
3. Do not carry out additional charging.
When additional charging is carried out if refrigerant leaks, the refrigerant composition changes in the
refrigeration cycle, that is characteristics of the air conditioner changes, refrigerant exceeding the
specified amount is charged, and working pressure in the refrigeration cycle becomes abnormally high
pressure, and may cause a rupture or personal injury.
(Indoor unit)
Opened
(Outdoor unit)
Refrigerant cylinder
(with siphon)
Check valve
Opened
Open/close
valve for charging
Electronic balance for refrigerant charging
Fig. 3-4-1 Configuration of refrigerant charging
Opened
Closed
Service port
1. Be sure to make setting so that liquid can be charged.
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2. When using a cylinder equipped with a siphon, liquid can be charged without turning it upside down.
Accordingly, when charging refrigerant from the refrigerant cylinder to the equipment, charge it turning the
cylinder upside down if cylinder is not equipped with siphon.
[ Cylinder with siphon ][ Cylinder without siphon ]
Refrigerant
cylinder
Gauge manifold
OUTDOOR unit
Refrigerant
cylinder
Gauge manifold
OUTDOOR unit
Electronic
balance
3-5. Brazing of Pipes
3-5-1. Materials for Brazing
1. Silver brazing filler
Silver brazing filler is an alloy mainly composed
of silver and copper. It is used to join iron, copper
or copper alloy, and is relatively expensive though
it excels in solderability.
2. Phosphor bronze brazing filler
Phosphor bronze brazing filler is generally used
to join copper or copper alloy.
Electronic
balance
Siphon
Fig. 3-4-2
1. Phosphor bronze brazing filler tends to react
with sulfur and produce a fragile compound
water solution, which may cause a gas
leakage. Therefore, use an y other type of
brazing filler at a hot spring resort, etc., and
coat the surface with a paint.
2. When performing brazing again at time of
servicing, use the same type of brazing filler.
3-5-2. Flux
3. Low temperature brazing filler
Low temperature brazing filler is generally called
solder, and is an alloy of tin and lead. Since it is
weak in adhesive strength, do not use it for
refrigerant pipes.
1. Reason why flux is necessary
• By removing the oxide film and any foreign
matter on the metal surface, it assists the flow
of brazing filler .
• In the brazing process, it prevents the metal
surface from being oxidized.
• By reducing the brazing filler’s surface tension,
the brazing filler adheres better to the treated
metal.
2. Characteristics required for flux
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• Activated temperature of flux coincides with the
brazing temperature.
• Due to a wide effectiv e temperature range, flux
is hard to carbonize.
• It is easy to remove slag after brazing.
• The corrosive action to the treated metal and
brazing filler is minimum.
• It excels in coating performance and is harmless to the human body.
As the flux works in a complicated manner as
described above, it is necessary to select an
adequate type of flux according to the type and
shape of treated metal, type of brazing filler and
brazing method, etc.
3. Types of flux
• Noncorrosive flux
Generally, it is a compound of borax and boric
acid.
It is effective in case where the brazing temperature is higher than 800°C.
• Activated flux
Most of fluxes generally used for silver brazing
are this type.
It features an increased o xide film removing
capability due to the addition of compounds
such as potassium fluoride, potassium chloride
and sodium fluoride to the borax-boric acid
compound.
4. Piping materials for brazing and used
brazing filler/flux
3-5-3. Brazing
As brazing work requires sophisticated techniques,
experiences based upon a theoretical knowledge, it
must be performed by a person qualified.
In order to prev ent the oxide film from occurring in
the pipe interior during brazing, it is effective to
proceed with brazing while letting dry Nitrogen gas
(N2) flow.
Never use gas other than Nitrogen gas.
1. Brazing method to prevent oxidation
1) Attach a reducing valve and a flow-meter to
the Nitrogen gas cylinder.
2) Use a copper pipe to direct the piping material, and attach a flow-meter to the cylinder.
3) Apply a seal onto the clearance between the
piping material and inserted copper pipe for
Nitrogen in order to prevent backflow of the
Nitrogen gas.
4) When the Nitrogen gas is flowing, be sure to
keep the piping end open.
5) Adjust the flow rate of Nitrogen gas so that it
is lower than 0.05 m3/Hr or 0.02 MPa
(0.2kgf/cm2) by means of the reducing valve.
6) After performing the steps above, keep the
Nitrogen gas flowing until the pipe cools down
to a certain extent (temperature at which
pipes are touchable with hands).
7) Remove the flux completely after brazing.
Piping material
Copper - Copper
Copper - Iron
Iron - Iron
Used brazing filler
Phosphor copper
Silver
Silver
Used flux
Do not use
Paste flux
Vapor flux
1. Do not enter flux into the refrigeration cycle.
2. When chlorine contained in the flux remains
within the pipe, the lubricating oil deteriorates.
Therefore, use a flux which does not contain
chlorine.
3. When adding water to the flux, use water
which does not contain chlorine (e.g. distilled
water or ion-exchange water).