INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
SMA/SMH 18/24
Version C
Single Zone Ductless Mini-Split System
A/C and Heat Pump
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SMA/SMH 18/24
Installation Parts
Please install the accessories attached with unit correctly according to this installation manual.
**Cautions on remote
Part No. Name of Part
Quantity
controller installation
• Keep the remote controller at
least 3 feet from the nearest
TV set or stereo equipment
to advoid possible electronic
interference.
• Do not leave the remote
controller in a place exposed
to direct sunlight or close to
a heating source, such as a
stove.
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2
3
4
5
6
Installation Plate
1
8
8
1
1
2
Anchor
Mounting Screw A (ST3.9x25-C-H)
Remote Controller
Remote Controller Holder
Mounting Screw B (ST2.9x10-C-H)
o 1/4" (<24,000 Btu/h)
Liquid side
• Ensure that the positive and
negative poles are correct
when inserting batteries into
the remote controller.
o 3/8" (≥24,000Btu/h)
o 1/2" (<24,000 Btu/h)
o 5/8" (≥24,000 Btu/h)
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Refrigerant Pipe
Gas Side
8
Seal*
1
1
9
Drain Elbow*
* See outdoor installation instructions
9
Drain
8
Seal
Elbow
Anchoring the Outdoor Unit
• The outdoor unit should not be exposed
to strong winds
o
• Anchor the outdoor unit with 5/16"
anchor bolts
Remove the water receiver first
before connecting the piipes
U Bend example
NOTICE: There should be at least two of the air flow inlets/
oulets labeled “A”, “B”, “C” above free from blockage.
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INDOOR UNIT INSTALLATION
1. Mounting Installation Plate and creating a Wall opening
Installation Plate and its measurements (inches):
Clearance:
Clearance:
5 inches or more
Clearance:
5 inches or more
Clearance:
Clearance:
Clearance:
2. Creating a wall opening
A.
1. Attach the installation plate
A.
B.
C.
B.
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2. Line Set and Condensate Drain Line
1. Condenstate Drain
2. Line Set
A. Run the drain hose sloping downward. DO
NOT install the drain hose as illustrated below.
Left rear piping
Right rear piping
A.
B.
B. When extending the drain hose, insulate
appropriately.
left-rear-hand piping,
C.
• Connect the indoor unit first, then the outdoor
unit. Bend and arrange the piping carefully.
• Do not allow the piping to loosen from the
indoor unit during installation.
• Be sure not to let the drain hose slack.
• Insulate both pipes.
• Do not allow the power cable and control cable
to be crossed.
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3. Indoor Unit Installation
A.
B.
Place the upper lip at the back
of the indoor unit onto the up-
per hook of the installation plate.
Move the indoor unit from side to
side to see that is is secured onto
the hook of the installation plate.
C.
Push the lower part of the indoor
unit up to the wall. Then move
the indoor unit from side to side
and up and down to ensure it is
secured to the installation plate.
D. Piping can easily be installed by
placing a piece of foam between
the unit and the wall to assist in
holding the unit away from the
wall during installation.
4. Electrical Work
• Connect unit to a dedicated circuit.
• Refer to the unit’s rating plate from proper supply voltage.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E. All wiring to the unit and interconnecting between indoor and out-
door units must comply with local and national electrical codes.
F. Do not exceed the power code by splicing.
G. Voltage should be in range of 90%~110% of unit’s voltage.
H. The indoor unit is powered through the interconnecting cable. The
indoor unit requires no separate power source.
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5. Connecting Cables
A. Lift the panel, loosen the screw, then open the Electric Box Cover.
B.
C. Wrap cables not connected to terminals with electrical tape so that
they will not touch any electrical components.
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6. Piping and Wrapping
A. For the left-hand and right-hand piping, remove the rear
plate bushing from the left side of the rear plate.
B. Wind the line set, drain hose and wiring with tape se-
curely and evenly. Consult local and national electrical
codes for proper routing and placement of electrical
wiring.
C. When installing the indoor unit lower than the outdoor
unit, make a “u-bend” trap to prevent rain water from
running along the connecting pipe to the inside of the
building/room where the indoor unit is located.
wrap
line set.
Before wrapping electrical wiring with line set, consult local and
national codes for proper installation of line voltage wiring.
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OUTDOOR UNIT INSTALLATION
1. Outdoor Installation Precaution
• Install the outdoor unit on a rigid base to prevent noise and vibration.
• Locate the air outlet direction where the discharged air is not blocked.
Ensure there are no obstacles blocking the unit’s air flow.
• If the installation location is exposed to strong winds, place the unit length
wise along a wall or use shield plates to protect against high winds.
• If suspending the unit, the installation wall should be solid brick, concrete or of similar construction. If
not, reinforce the supporting wall. The connections between the bracket and wall and the bracket and
the air conditioner must be firm, stable and reliable. Consult all local and national building codes.
• If suspending the unit, follow the instructions provided by the bracket manufacturer.
2. Drain Elbow Installation
Fit the seal into the drain elbow,
then insert the drain elbow into the
outdoor unit’s base pan hole, rotate
90° to securely assemble them. To
discharge excessive condensate
from the outdoor unit when in heating
mode, connect the drain elbow to a
drain hose (locally purchased).
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3. Refrigerant Piping Connection
1. Flaring
2. Tightening Connection
A.
A.
B.
Hand tighten the flare nut and then tighten it
with a spanner and torque wrench as shown.
B.
Excessive torque can break the flare nut. Ensure
the proper torque is adhered to in the chart below.
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4. Wiring Connection
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Use a dedicated circuit. Use HACR break sized per
unit’s rating plate. Size wires according to minimum
circuit ampacity shown on the unit’s rating plate.
• Be sure to comply with local and national electri-
cal codes while running the wire from the indoor
unit to the outdoor unit.
• Install disconnects fro the outdoor and indoor
units as required by national and local electrical
codes.
• Every wire must be connected firmly. Loose wir-
ing may cause the terminal to overheat or result
in unit malfunction. A fire hazard may also exsist.
NOTE: To prevent wire from loosening, secure
wires and/or cords under cord clamp.
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AIR PURGE AND TEST OPERATION
1. Air Purge
A.
B.
Completely tighten the flare nuts A, B, C, D.
Connect the manifold valve charge hose to the
charge port of the packed valve on the gas pipe
side.
Connect the charge hose to the vacuum
pump.
C.
D.
where L=Length
is entering.
E.
F.
• Open the valve stem until it hits against the stop.
Do not try to open it further.
• Securely tighten the valve stem cap with a
spanner or wrench.
-29.92 inHg.
• Torque the valve properly:
Gas pipe side (0.38"): 23.5 N-cm (300 kgf-cm)
Liquid pipe side (0.25"): 12.56 N-cm (160 kgf-cm)
G.
H.
-
Hi Handle
Lo Handle
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2. Gas Leak Check
3. Test Operation
Test the unit’s operation after completing gas leak
check at all flare nut connections and complete
an electrical safety check.
Make sure connections do not leak
with leak detector or soapy water.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
controlled by the remote controller to run in
cooling mode. Manual operation must be used
when the remote controller is disabled or when
maintenance is necessary.
A. Lo packed valve
B. Hi packed valve
C. End of indoor unit connection
D. End of indoor unit connection
F. The test operation should last about 30 minutes.
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