INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

E2013 Lennox Industries Inc.

Dallas, Texas, USA

Merit Series 13ACX Units

AIR CONDITIONER
506945-01
5/2013
Supersedes 7/2012

Litho U.S.A.

WARNING

THIS MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE

HOMEOWNER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING
The State of California has determined that this product
may contain or produce a chemical or chemicals, in very
low doses, which may cause serious illness or death. It
may also cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive
harm.

GENERAL
This 13ACX outdoor unit is designed for use with HFC-410A
refrigerant only. This unit must be installed with an approved
indoor unit. See the Lennox 13ACX Product Specifications
bulletin (EHB) for approved indoor component match ups.
These instructions are intended as a general guide and do
not supersede local codes in any way. Consult authorities
having jurisdiction before installation.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or

maintenance can cause personal injury, loss of life, or
damage to property.
Installation and service must be performed by a licensed
professional installer (or equivalent) or a service agency.

CAUTION
Before attempting to perform any service or maintenance,
turn the electrical power to unit OFF at disconnect switch.

CAUTION
As with any mechanical equipment, contact with sharp
sheet metal edges can result in personal injury. Take care
while handling this equipment.

STEP 1 -- SETTING THE UNIT -- Clearances

MINIMUM CLEARANCE
ABOVE UNIT

CLEARANCE ON ALL SIDES INCHES (MILLIMETERS)

6 (152)

NOTES:

S
30 (762)

12 (305)

36 (914)

48 (1219)

Clearance to one of the other three

sides must be 36 inches (914mm).
Clearance to one of the remaining
two sides may be 12 inches
(305mm) and the final side may be
6 inches (152mm).

LINE SET
CONNECTIONS

MINIMUM CLEARANCE BETWEEN TWO UNITS

ACCESS
PANEL
24 (610)

LINE SET
CONNECTIONS

FIGURE 1
7/2012

*2P72012*

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506945-01

*P506945-01*

IMPORTANT !

UNIT DIMENSIONS - INCHES (MM)

This model is designed for use in check / expansion

valve systems only. An indoor expansion valve ap
proved for use with HFC-410A refrigerant must be or
dered separately and installed prior to operating the
system.

IMPORTANT !
Exhaust vents from dryers, water heaters and furnaces
should be directed away from the outdoor unit. Pro
longed exposure to exhaust gases and the chemicals
contained within them may cause condensation to
form on the steel cabinet and other metal components
of the outdoor unit. This will diminish unit performance
and longevity.

SIDE
VIEW

FIGURE 2
PLACEMENT

TABLE 1
UNIT DIMENSIONS
Model Numbers

13ACX-018-230

24-1/4 (616)

25-1/4 (641)

13ACX-024-230

24-1/4 (616)

25-1/4 (641)

13ACX-030-230

24-1/4 (616)

29-1/4 (743)

13ACX-036-230

24-1/4 (616)

29-1/4 (743)

13ACX-042-230

28-1/4 (718)

29-1/4 (743)

13ACX-048-230

28-1/4 (718)

33-1/4 (845)

13ACX-060-230

28-1/4 (718)

29-1/4 (743)

INSTALL UNIT AWAY

FROM WINDOWS

STEP 1 -- SETTING THE UNIT (CONTIN

UED) -- Unit Placement

TWO 90_ ELBOWS INSTALLED IN LINE SET

WILL REDUCE LINE SET VIBRATION

WARNING

FIGURE 3

To prevent personal injury, as well as damage to panels,

unit or structure, observe the following:
While installing or servicing this unit, carefully stow all
removed panels so that the panels will not cause injury to
personnel, objects or nearby structures. Also, take care to
store panels where they will not be subject to damage
(e.g., being bent or scratched).
While handling or stowing the panels, consider any
weather conditions (especially wind) that may cause
panels to be blown around and damaged.

SLAB MOUNTING
Install unit level or, if on a slope, maintain slope tolerance of 2 degrees
(or 2 inches per 5 feet [50 mm per 1.5 m]) away from building structure.
BUILDING
STRUCTURE

DISCHARGE AIR

NOTICE !
Roof Damage!
This system contains both refrigerant and oil. Some
rubber roofing material may absorb oil, causing the
rubber to degrade. Failure to follow this notice could
result in damage to roof surface.

MOUNTING
SLAB
GROUND LEVEL

FIGURE 4

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LINE SET

IMPORTANT Refrigerant lines must not contact structure.

INSTALLATION
REFRIGERANT LINE SET INSTALLING
VERTICAL RUNS (NEW CONSTRUCTION SHOWN)

Line Set Isolation The following illustrations are

examples of proper refrigerant line set isolation:

NOTE Insulate liquid line when it is routed through areas where the
surrounding ambient temperature could become higher than the
temperature of the liquid line or when pressure drop is equal to or greater
than 20 psig.

REFRIGERANT LINE SET TRANSITION

FROM VERTICAL TO HORIZONTAL
ANCHORED HEAVY NYLON
WIRE TIE OR AUTOMOTIVE
MUFFLERTYPE HANGER

IMPORTANT Refrigerant lines must not contact wall

AUTOMOTIVE
MUFFLERTYPE HANGER

OUTSIDE WALL

LIQUID LINE

VAPOR LINE

WALL
STUD

WIRE TIE
INSIDE WALL

STRAP
WOOD BLOCK
BETWEEN STUDS

STRAP LIQUID LINE TO

VAPOR LINE

NON-CORROSIVE
METAL SLEEVE
WIRE TIE

LIQUID LINE
NON-CORROSIVE
METAL SLEEVE

WOOD BLOCK
VAPOR LINE - WRAPPED
IN ARMAFLEX

WIRE TIE
STRAP

REFRIGERANT LINE SET INSTALLING

HORIZONTAL RUNS

SLEEVE

To hang line set from joist or rafter, use either metal strapping material
or anchored heavy nylon wire ties.
WIRE TIE (AROUND
VAPOR LINE ONLY)

VAPOR LINE WRAPPED

WITH ARMAFLEX

8 FEET (2.43 METERS)

STRAPPING
MATERIAL (AROUND
VAPOR LINE ONLY)

OUTSIDE
WALL
FLOOR JOIST OR
ROOF RAFTER

LIQUID
LINE

TAPE OR
WIRE TIE
8 FEET (2.43 METERS)
PVC
PIPE

NON-CORROSIVE
METAL SLEEVE
TAPE OR
WIRE TIE

CAULK
FIBERGLASS
INSULATION

STRAP THE VAPOR LINE TO THE JOIST

OR RAFTER AT 8 FEET (2.43 METERS)
INTERVALS THEN STRAP THE LIQUID
LINE TO THE VAPOR LINE.

NOTE Similar installation practices should be used if line set is

to be installed on exterior of outside wall.

FLOOR JOIST OR
ROOF RAFTER

FIGURE 5

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STEP 2 -- REFRIGERANT PIPING -- Flushing Existing Line Set and Indoor Coil
Flush the existing line set per the following
instructions. For more information, refer to the
Installation and Service Procedures manual available
on DaveNet. CAUTION - DO NOT attempt to flush and
re-use existing line sets or indoor coil when the system
contains contaminants (i.e., compressor burn out).
NOTE - When installing refrigerant lines longer than 50 feet,
refer to the Refrigerant Piping Design and Fabrication
Guidelines manual available on DaveNet (Corp. 9351-L9),
or contact the Technical Support Department Product
Application group for assistance.

IMPORTANT !
If this unit is being matched with an approved line set
or indoor unit coil that was previously charged with
mineral oil, or if it is being matched with a coil which
was manufactured before January of 1999, the coil
and line set must be flushed prior to installation. Take
care to empty all existing traps. Polyol ester (POE)
oils are used in Lennox units charged with HFC-410A
refrigerant. Residual mineral oil can act as an insula
tor, preventing proper heat transfer. It can also clog
the expansion device and reduce system perfor
mance and capacity.
Failure to properly flush the system per this instruc
tion and the detailed Installation and Service Proce
dures manual will void the warranty.

WARNING

WARNING
Polyol ester (POE) oils used with HFC-410A
refrigerant absorb moisture very quickly. It is very
important that the refrigerant system be kept closed as
much as possible. DO NOT remove line set caps or
service valve stub caps until you are ready to make
connections.

IMPORTANT !
Some scroll compressors have an internal vacuum
protector that will unload scrolls when suction pres
sure goes below 20 psig. A hissing sound will be
heard when the compressor is running unloaded.
Protector will reset when low pressure in system is
raised above 40 psig. DO NOT REPLACE COMPRES
SOR.
LIQUID LINE FILTER DRIER INSTALLATION
The filter drier (one is shipped with each 13ACX unit) must
be field installed in the liquid line between the outdoor unit's
liquid line service valve and the indoor coil's metering device
(fixed orifice or TXV) as illustrated in figure 6. This filter drier
must be installed to ensure a clean, moisture-free system.
Failure to install the filter drier will void the warranty. A
replacement filter drier is available from Lennox. See
Brazing Connections page 7 for special procedures on
brazing filter drier connections to the liquid line.

When using a high pressure gas such as

nitrogen to pressurize a refrigeration or air
conditioning system, use a regulator that
can control the pressure down to 1 or 2 psig
(6.9 to 13.8 kPa).

Typical Liquid Line Filter Drier Installation

BRAZE CONNECTION POINTS

WARNING
Refrigerant can be harmful if it is inhaled. Refrigerant
must be used and recovered responsibly.
Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury
or death.

LIQUID LINE
SERVICE VALVE
OUTDOOR
UNIT

LIQUID
LINE

LINE
LIQUID LINE
FILTER DRIER

FIGURE 6

TABLE 2
REFRIGERANT LINE SET INCHES (MM)
Model Number (-xx*)

13ACX-018-230
13ACX-024-230

13ACX-030-230
13ACX-036-230
13ACX-042-230

13ACX-048-230
13ACX-060-230

Valve Size Connections

Liquid Line

3/8 (10 mm)

3/8 (10 mm)

3/8 (10 mm)

Recommended Line Sets

Suction Line

5/8 (16 mm)

3/4 (19 mm)

7/8 (22 mm)

L15 Line Set Model Line Set Length

Catalog Number

L15-26-20

20 feet (6.1 m)

89J52

L15-26-25

25 feet (9.1 m)

89J53

L15-26-35

35 feet (12.2 m)

89J54

L15-26-50

50 feet (15.2 m)

89J55

L15-41-20

20 feet (6.1 m)

89J56

L15-41-30

30 feet (9.1 m)

89J57

L15-41-40

40 feet (12.2 m)

89J58

L15-41-50

50 feet (15.2 m)

89J59

L15-65-30

30 feet (9.1 m)

89J60

L15-65-40

40 feet (12.2 m)

89J61

L15-65-50

50 feet (15.2 m)

89J62

* Applicable to all minor revision numbers unless otherwise specified.

** Some applications may required a field-provided 1-1/8 to 7/8 adapter.

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STEP 2 -- REFRIGERANT PIPING -- Removing Existing Indoor Metering Device

1A

TYPICAL EXISTING FIXED ORIFICE

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
(UNCASED COIL SHOWN)

1B

TYPICAL EXISTING EXPANSION VALVE REMOVAL

PROCEDURE (UNCASED COIL SHOWN)

OR

TWO-PIECE PATCH PLATE

(UNCASED COIL ONLY)

DISTRIBUTOR TUBES
LIQUID LINE ORIFICE HOUSING

DISTRIBUTOR
TUBES

STUB END
LIQUID LINE
ORIFICE
HOUSING

EXPANSION
VALVE
TEFLON
RING

TEFLON RING
FIXED ORIFICE
BRASS NUT

TEFLON
RING

DISTRIBUTOR
ASSEMBLY
REMOVE AND DISCARD
WHITE TEFLON SEAL
(IF PRESENT)

A
B

DISTRIBUTOR
ASSEMBLY

D
E

LIQUID LINE
ASSEMBLY WITH
BRASS NUT

MALE EQUALIZER
LINE FITTING
SENSING BULB

A
B

CYLINDER CONTAINING
CLEAN HCFC-22 TO BE
USED FOR FLUSHING
(Positioned to deliver liquid
refrigerant)
LOW

D
E

GAUGE
MANIFOLD

NEW
OUTDOOR
UNIT

VAPOR LINE
SERVICE VALVE

OPENED
EXISTING
INDOOR
UNIT

CLOSED

LIQUID LINE SERVICE

VALVE
RECOVERY
CYLINDER
VAPOR
LIQUID

G
H

HIGH

FLUSHING LINE SET

TANK
RETURN

INLET
DISCHARGE
RECOVERY MACHINE

A
B
C
D

HCFC-22 cylinder with clean refrigerant (positioned to deliver liquid

refrigerant) to the vapor service valve.
HCFC-22 gauge set (low side) to the liquid line valve.
HCFC-22 gauge set center port to inlet on the recovery machine with an
empty recovery tank connected to the gauge set.
Connect recovery tank to recovery machine per machine instructions.

LIQUID
LINE

The line set and indoor unit coil must be flushed with at least the same
amount of clean refrigerant that previously charged the system. Check
the charge in the flushing cylinder before proceeding.

VAPOR
LINE

On fully cased coils, remove the coil access and plumbing panels.
Remove any shipping clamps from the liquid line and distributor
assembly.
Disconnect the equalizer line from the expansion valve equalizer
line fitting on the vapor line.
Remove the vapor line sensing bulb.
Disconnect the liquid line from the expansion valve at the liquid line
assembly.
Disconnect the expansion valve from the liquid line orifice housing.
Take care not to twist or damage distributor tubes during this
process.
Remove and discard expansion valve and the two Teflon rings.
Use a field-provided fitting to temporarily reconnect the liquid line
to the indoor unit's liquid line orifice housing.

CONNECT GAUGES AND EQUIPMENT FOR

FLUSHING PROCEDURE

EQUALIZER
LINE

LIQUID LINE ASSEMBLY

(INCLUDES STRAINER)

On fully cased coils, remove the coil access and plumbing panels.
Remove any shipping clamps from the liquid line and distributor as
sembly.
Using two wrenches, disconnect liquid line from liquid line orifice hous
ing. Take care not to twist or damage distributor tubes during this pro
cess.
Remove and discard fixed orifice, valve stem assembly (if present)
and Teflon washer as illustrated above.
Use a field-provided fitting to temporarily reconnect the liquid line to the
indoor unit's liquid line orifice housing.

SENSING
LINE

Set the recovery machine for liquid recovery and start the
recovery machine. Open the gauge set valves to allow the
recovery machine to pull a vacuum on the existing system line
Band indoor unit coil.
set
Position the cylinder of clean HCFC-22 for delivery of liquid
refrigerant and open its valve to allow liquid refrigerant to flow
into the system through the vapor line valve. Allow the refrigerant
to pass from the cylinder and through the line set and the indoor
unit coil before it enters the recovery machine.
After all of the liquid refrigerant has been recovered, switch the
recovery machine to vapor recovery so that all of the HCFC-22
vapor is recovered. Allow the recovery machine to pull the
system down to 0.
Close the valve on the inverted HCFC-22 drum and the gauge
set valves. Pump the remaining refrigerant out of the recovery
machine and turn the machine off.

FIGURE 7

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STEP 2 -- REFRIGERANT PIPING -- Brazing Procedures

CUT AND DEBUR

Cut ends of the refrigerant lines square (free from nicks or dents)
and debur the ends. The pipe must remain round. Do not crimp end
of the line.

CAP AND CORE REMOVAL

Remove service cap and core from
both the suction / vapor and liquid line
service ports.

CUT AND DEBUR

SERVICE PORT
CAP

SERVICE
PORT
CORE

LINE SET SIZE MATCHES

SERVICE VALVE CONNECTION
SERVICE
PORT
CORE

SERVICE VALVE
CONNECTION

SERVICE
PORT CAP

COPPER TUBE
STUB
ANGLE-TYPE SERVICE
VALVE

REDUCER

LINE SET SIZE IS SMALLER

THAN CONNECTION

BALL-TYPE SERVICE
VALVE

DO NOT CRIMP SERVICE VALVE

CONNECTOR WHEN PIPE IS
SMALLER THAN CONNECTION

REFRIGERANT LINE

ATTACH THE MANIFOLD GAUGE SET FOR BRAZING LIQUID AND SUCTION / VAPOR LINE SERVICE
VALVES
Flow regulated nitrogen (at 1 to 2 psig) through the low-side refrigeration gauge set into the liquid line service port valve, and out of the suction /
vapor line service port valve.
A Connect gauge set low pressure side to
liquid line service valve (service port).
USE REGULATOR TO FLOW
B

Connect gauge set center port to bottle of

nitrogen with regulator.

Remove core from valve in suction / vapor

line service port to allow nitrogen to escape.

SUCTION / VAPOR SERVICE PORT MUST BE

OPEN TO ALLOW EXIT POINT FOR NITROGEN

LOW

HIGH

NITROGEN AT 1 TO 2 PSIG.

ATTACH
GAUGES

SUCTION /
VAPOR LINE
SERVICE
VALVE

VAPOR LINE

OUTDOOR
UNIT

INDOOR
UNIT

NITROGEN
LIQUID LINE

LIQUID LINE SERVICE

VALVE

WHEN BRAZING LINE SET TO

SERVICE VALVES, POINT FLAME
AWAY FROM SERVICE VALVE.

FIGURE 8

CAUTION

WARNING

Brazing alloys and flux contain materials which are

hazardous to your health.
Avoid breathing vapors or fumes from brazing operations.
Perform operations only in well-ventilated areas.
Wear gloves and protective goggles or face shield to
protect against burns.
Wash hands with soap and water after handling brazing
alloys and flux.

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Danger of fire. Bleeding the refrigerant

charge from only the high side may result
in pressurization of the low side shell and
suction tubing. Application of a brazing
torch to a pressurized system may result in
ignition of the refrigerant and oil mixture.
Check the high and low pressures before
applying heat.

4
5
6

WRAP SERVICE VALVES

To help protect service valve seals during brazing, wrap water-saturated cloths around service valve bodies and copper tube stubs. Use
additional water-saturated cloths underneath the valve body to protect the base paint.

FLOW NITROGEN
Flow regulated nitrogen (at 1 to 2 psig) through the refrigeration gauge set into the valve stem port connection on the liquid service valve and
out of the suction / vapor valve stem port. See steps 3A, 3B and 3C on manifold gauge set connections.

BRAZE LINE SET

Wrap both service valves with water -saturated cloths as illustrated here and as mentioned in step 4, before brazing to line set. Cloths must
remain water-saturated throughout the brazing and cool-down process.

LIQUID LINE SERVICE VALVE

WHEN BRAZING LINE SET TO

SERVICE VALVES, POINT FLAME
AWAY FROM SERVICE VALVE.

IMPORTANT Allow

braze joint to cool. Apply

additional water-saturated cloths to help cool brazed
joint. Do not remove water-saturated cloths until
piping has cooled. Temperatures above 250F will
damage valve seals.

WATER-SATURATED
CLOTH

LIQUID LINE

WARNING
SUCTION / VAPOR LINE
SERVICE VALVE

FIRE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

may result if you do not wrap a water-saturated cloth around
both liquid and suction line service valve bodies and copper
tube stub while brazing the line set! The braze, when
complete, must be quenched with water to absorb any
residual heat.

Do not open service valves until refrigerant lines and

indoor coil have been leak-tested and evacuated. Refer
to Installation and Service Procedures manual found on
DAVENET.

WHEN BRAZING LINE SET TO

SERVICE VALVES, POINT FLAME
AWAY FROM SERVICE VALVE.

SUCTION / VAPOR LINE

WATER-SATURATED
CLOTH

PREPARATION FOR NEXT STEP

After all connections have been brazed, disconnect manifold gauge set from service ports. Apply additional water-saturated cloths to both
services valves to cool piping. Once piping is cool, remove all water-saturated cloths.

FIGURE 9

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STEP 2 -- REFRIGERANT PIPING -- Installing Indoor Expansion Valve

This outdoor unit is designed for use in systems that use either an fixed orifice (RFC) (included with outdoor unit), or
expansion valve metering device (purchased separately) at the indoor coil. See the 13ACX Product Specifications bulletin
(EHB) for approved expansion valve kit match ups. The expansion valve unit can be installed internal or external to the
indoor coil. In applications where an uncased coil is being installed in a field-provided plenum, install the expansion valve in a
manner that will provide access for field servicing of the expansion valve. Refer to below illustration for reference during
installation of expansion valve unit. After installation of the indoor coil metering device, proceed to Step 5.
C

INDOOR EXPANSION VALVE INSTALLATION

TWO-PIECE
PATCH PLATE
(UNCASED
COIL ONLY)
DISTRIBUTOR
TUBES

(Uncased Coil Shown)

LIQUID LINE
ORIFICE
HOUSING

STUB
END

EXPANSION
VALVE
TEFLON
RING

TEFLON
RING

DISTRIBUTOR
ASSEMBLY

SENSING
LINE

EQUALIZER
LINE

LIQUID LINE
ASSEMBLY WITH
BRASS NUT

SENSING BULB INSTALLATION

A

MALE EQUALIZER LINE

FITTING (SEE
EQUALIZER LINE
INSTALLATION FOR
DETAILS)

VAPOR
LINE

Sensing bulb insulation is required if

expansion valve is installed external to the
coil casing. See sensing bulb installation for
bulb positioning.

Attach the vapor line sensing bulb in the proper orienta

tion as illustrated below using the clamp and screws
provided.
NOTE - Though it is preferred to have the sensing bulb
installed on a horizontal run of the vapor line, installation
on a vertical run of piping is acceptable if necessary.

NOTE Confirm proper thermal contact between vapor line

and expansion bulb before insulating the sensing bulb.
LIQUID LINE

Connect the equalizer line from the expansion valve to

the equalizer vapor port on the vapor line. Finger tighten
the flare nut, then tighten an additional 1/8 turn (7 ft-lbs)
as illustrated to the right.

Remove and discard either the flare seal cap or flare nut with
copper flare seal bonnet from the equalizer line port on the vapor
line as illustrated in the figure below.
Remove the field-provided fitting that temporarily reconnected
the liquid line to the indoor unit's distributor assembly.

FLARE SEAL CAP

BULB

1/8 Turn
11 12 1
2
10
9
3
4
8
7 6 5

ON LINES SMALLER THAN

7/8, MOUNT SENSING
BULB AT EITHER THE 3 OR
9 O'CLOCK POSITION.

VAPOR LINE

EQUALIZER LINE INSTALLATION

A

Install one of the provided Teflon rings around the

stubbed end of the expansion valve and use refrigerant
oil to lightly lubricate the connector threads and ex
posed surface of the Teflon ring.
Attach the stubbed end of the expansion valve to the
1/2 Turn
liquid line orifice housing. Finger tighten, then use an
appropriately sized wrench to turn an additional 1/2
turn clockwise as illustrated in the figure to the right, or
11 12 1
2
10
tighten to 20 ft-lb.
9
3
Place the remaining Teflon washer around the other 8
4
5
end of the expansion valve. Lightly lubricate connector
7 6
threads and expose surface of the Teflon ring with
refrigerant oil.
Attach the liquid line assembly to the expansion valve.
Finger tighten, then use an appropriately sized wrench
to turn an additional 1/2 turn clockwise as illustrated in
the figure above or tighten to 20 ft-lb.

12

BULB

FLARE NUT
VAPOR LINE

OR

ON 7/8 AND LARGER LINES,

MOUNT SENSING BULB AT
EITHER THE 4 OR 8 O'CLOCK
POSITION. NEVER MOUNT
THE SENSING BULB ON
BOTTOM OF LINE.

COPPER FLARE
SEAL BONNET
12

MALE BRASS EQUALIZER

LINE FITTING

BULB

BULB

VAPOR LINE
NOTE NEVER MOUNT THE SENSING
BULB ON BOTTOM OF LINE.

FIGURE 10
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STEP 3 -- LEAK TEST AND EVACUATION

LEAK TEST

LOW

HIGH
MANIFOLD GAUGE SET

B
TO VAPOR
SERVICE VALVE
(ANGLE OR BALL
TYPE)

NITROGEN

CONNECT GAUGE SET

OUTDOOR UNIT
HFC-410A

Connect the high pressure hose of an HFC-410A manifold gauge set to the vapor valve service port.

NOTE Normally, the high pressure hose is connected to the liquid line port. However, connecting it
to the vapor port better protects the manifold gauge set from high pressure damage.
B With both manifold valves closed, connect the cylinder of HFC-410A refrigerant to the center port of
the manifold gauge set.
NOTE Later in the procedure, the HFC-410A container will be replaced by the nitrogen container.

After the line set has been connected to the indoor and outdoor units, check the line set connections and
indoor unit for leaks. Use the following procedure to test for leaks:

TEST FOR LEAKS

A
B

C
D
E
F

With both manifold valves closed, connect the cylinder of HFC-410A refrigerant to the center port of the
manifold gauge set. Open the valve on the HFC-410A cylinder (vapor only).
Open the high pressure side of the manifold to allow HFC-410A into the line set and indoor unit. Weigh in
a trace amount of HFC-410A. [A trace amount is a maximum of two ounces (57 g) refrigerant or three
pounds (31 kPa) pressure.] Close the valve on the HFC-410A cylinder and the valve on the high
pressure side of the manifold gauge set. Disconnect the HFC-410A cylinder.
Connect a cylinder of nitrogen with a pressure regulating valve to the center port of the manifold gauge
set.
Adjust nitrogen pressure to 150 psig (1034 kPa). Open the valve on the high side of the manifold gauge set
in order to pressurize the line set and the indoor unit.
After a few minutes, open one of the service valve ports and verify that the refrigerant added to the
system earlier is measurable with a leak detector.
After leak testing, disconnect gauges from service ports.

FIGURE 11

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STEP 3 -- LEAK TEST AND EVACUATION (CONTINUED)

EVACUATION

B
C
D

HIGH

LOW

CONNECT GAUGE SET

NOTE Remove cores from service valves (if not already done).
Connect low side of manifold gauge set with
1/4 SAE in-line tee to vapor line service valve
Connect high side of manifold gauge set to
liquid line service valve
Connect available micron gauge connector
on the 1/4 SAE in-line tee.
Connect the vacuum pump (with vacuum
gauge) to the center port of the manifold
gauge set. The center port line will be used
later for both the HFC-410A and nitrogen
containers.

MANIFOLD
GAUGE SET

1/4 SAE TEE WITH SWIVEL

COUPLER
500

MICRON
GAUGE

TO VAPOR
SERVICE VALVE

NITROGEN
OUTDOOR
UNIT

HFC-410A

TO LIQUID LINE
SERVICE VALVE

B
VACUUM PUMP

RECOMMEND
MINIMUM 3/8 HOSE

EVACUATE THE SYSTEM

A
B

Open both manifold valves and start the vacuum pump.

Evacuate the line set and indoor unit to an absolute pressure of 23,000 microns (29.01 inches of mercury).
NOTE During the early stages of evacuation, it is desirable to close the manifold gauge valve at least once. A rapid rise in pressure
indicates a relatively large leak. If this occurs, repeat the leak testing procedure.
NOTE The term absolute pressure means the total actual pressure above absolute zero within a given volume or system. Absolute
pressure in a vacuum is equal to atmospheric pressure minus vacuum pressure.

When the absolute pressure reaches 23,000 microns (29.01 inches of mercury), perform the following:

S
S
S
S
S
S

Close manifold gauge valves.

WARNING !

Close valve on vacuum pump.

Possible equipment damage.

Turn off vacuum pump.

Disconnect manifold gauge center port hose from vacuum pump.
Attach manifold center port hose to a nitrogen cylinder with pressure
regulator set to 150 psig (1034 kPa) and purge the hose.
Open manifold gauge valves to break the vacuum in the line set and
indoor unit.

D
E

Avoid deep vacuum operation. Do not use

compressors to evacuate a system.
Extremely low vacuum can cause internal
arcing and compressor failure. Damage
caused by deep vacuum operation will
void warranty.

Close manifold gauge valves.

Shut off the nitrogen cylinder and remove the manifold gauge hose from the cylinder. Open the manifold gauge valves to release the
nitrogen from the line set and indoor unit.
Reconnect the manifold gauge to the vacuum pump, turn the pump on, and continue to evacuate the line set and indoor unit until the
absolute pressure does not rise above 500 microns (29.9 inches of mercury) within a 20-minute period after shutting off the vacuum pump
and closing the manifold gauge valves.
When the absolute pressure requirement above has been met, disconnect the manifold hose from the vacuum pump and connect it to a
cylinder of HFC-410A positioned to deliver liquid refrigerant. Open the manifold gauge valve 1 to 2 psig in order to release the vacuum in
the line set and indoor unit.
Perform the following:
S Close manifold gauge valves.
1/6 TURN
S Shut off HFC-410A cylinder.

S
S

Reinstall service valve cores by removing manifold hose from service valve. Quickly
install cores with core tool while maintaining a positive system pressure.
Replace stem caps and finger tighten them, then tighten an additional one-sixth (1/6)
of a turn as illustrated.

FIGURE 12
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10
9
8

11

12

2
4

STEP 4 -- ELECTRICAL -- Circuit Sizing and Wire Routing

In the U.S.A., wiring must conform with current local codes and
the current National Electric Code (NEC). In Canada, wiring
must conform with current local codes and the current
Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
Refer to the furnace or air handler installation instructions for
additional wiring application diagrams and refer to unit
nameplate for minimum circuit ampacity and maximum
overcurrent protection size.
24VAC TRANSFORMER
Use the transformer provided with the furnace or air handler
for lowvoltage control power (24VAC - 40 VA minimum)

WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard. Can cause injury or
death. Unit must be grounded in
accordance with national and local codes.
Line voltage is present at all components
when unit is not in operation on units with
singlepole contactors. Disconnect all
remote electric power supplies before
opening access panel. Unit may have
multiple power supplies.
SIZE CIRCUIT AND INSTALL SERVICE
DISCONNECT SWITCH

IMPORTANT !
If unit is equipped with a crankcase heater, it should
be energized 24 hours before unit start-up to prevent
compressor damage as a result of slugging.

CAUTION
ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE
(ESD)
Precautions and
Procedures

Electrostatic discharge can affect

electronic components. Take care during
unit installation and service to protect the
unit's electronic controls. Precautions will
help to avoid control exposure to
electrostatic discharge by putting the unit,
the control and the technician at the same
electrostatic potential. Touch hand and all
tools on an unpainted unit surface before
performing any service procedure to
neutralize electrostatic charge.

INSTALL THERMOSTAT

Refer to the unit nameplate for minimum circuit ampacity,

and maximum fuse or circuit breaker (HACR per NEC).
Install power wiring and properly sized disconnect switch.

Install room thermostat (ordered separately) on an inside

wall approximately in the center of the conditioned area
and 5 feet (1.5m) from the floor. It should not be installed
on an outside wall or where it can be affected by sunlight
or drafts.

MAIN FUSE BOX/

BREAKER PANEL

THERMOSTAT

SERVICE
DISCONNECT
SWITCH
5 FEET
(1.5M)

NOTE Units are approved for use only with copper

conductors. Ground unit at disconnect switch or
connect to an earth ground.

NOTE 24VAC, Class II circuit connections are made

in the control panel.

FIGURE 13

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STEP 4 -- ELECTRICAL (CONTINUED) -- High Voltage and Field Control Wiring

The following illustration provide an example of control wiring connections when using standard thermostat.

ROUTING HIGH VOLTAGE, GROUND AND CONTROL WIRING

FIELD CONTROL WIRING

HIGH VOLTAGE / GROUND WIRES

Any excess high voltage field wiring should be
trimmed and secured away from any low voltage field
wiring. To facilitate a conduit, a cutout is located in the
bottom of the control panel. Connect conduit to the
control panel using a proper conduit fitting.
NOTE Wire tie provides low voltage control wire strain
relief and maintains separation of field-installed low and
high voltage circuits.
NOTE For proper voltages, select thermostat wire
(control wires) gauge per table above.
NOTE Do not bundle any excess 24VAC control
wires inside control panel.
Install low voltage wiring from outdoor to indoor unit
and from thermostat to indoor unit as illustrated.
A

Run 24VAC control wires through hole with grommet

and secure with provided wire tie.

Make 24VAC thermostat wire connections. Locate

the two wires from the contactor and make
connection using field-provided wire nuts:
S Yellow to Y1
S Black to C (common)

THERMOSTAT

INDOOR UNIT

POWER
R

W1

HEAT
W

YELLOW

OUTDOOR UNIT

COOLING

Y1

INDOOR BLOWER

COMMON
C

BLACK

WIRE RUN LENGTH

AWG# INSULATION TYPE

LESS THAN 100' (30 METERS)

18

MORE THAN 100' (30 METERS) 16

TEMPERATURE RATING
35C MINIMUM.

FIGURE 14
8. Recheck voltage while the unit is running. Power must
STEP 5 -- UNIT START-UP
be within range shown on the unit nameplate.
9. Check system for sufficient refrigerate using the
procedures outlined in under System Refrigerant.
OPERATING MANIFOLD GAUGE SET AND SERVICE
If unit is equipped with a crankcase heater, it should be
VALVES
energized 24 hours before unit start-up to prevent
compressor damage as a result of slugging.
The liquid and vapor line service valves are used for
removing refrigerant, flushing, leak testing, evacuating,
1. Rotate fan to check for binding.
checking charge and charging.
2. Inspect all factory- and field-installed wiring for loose Each valve is equipped with a service port which has a
connections.
factory-installed valve stem. Figure 15 provides information
3. After evacuation is complete, open the liquid line and on how to access and operating both angle and ball service
suction line service valve stems to release the valves.
refrigerant charge (contained in outdoor unit) into the
Torque Requirements
system.
When servicing or repairing heating, ventilating, and air
4. Replace the stem caps and tighten to the value listed in conditioning components, ensure the fasteners are
table 3.
appropriately tightened. Table 3 lists torque values for
5. Check voltage supply at the disconnect switch. The fasteners.
voltage must be within the range listed on the unit's
nameplate. If not, do not start the equipment until you
have consulted with the power company and the voltage
To prevent stripping of the various caps used, the
condition has been corrected.
appropriately sized wrench should be used and fitted
6. Connect manifold gauge set for testing and charging
snugly over the cap before tightening.
using figure NO TAG as a guideline.

IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT

7. Set the thermostat for a cooling demand. Turn on power

to the indoor indoor unit and close the outdoor unit
disconnect switch to start the unit.

When servicing or repairing HVAC components, ensure the

fasteners are appropriately tightened. Table 3 provides
torque values for fasteners.

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gauge set that features low loss anti-blow back fittings.

TABLE 3. TORQUE REQUIREMENTS

Parts

Recommended Torque

Service valve cap

8 ft.- lb.

11 NM

Sheet metal screws

16 in.- lb.

2 NM

Machine screws #10

28 in.- lb.

3 NM

Compressor bolts

90 in.- lb.

10 NM

Gauge port seal cap

8 ft.- lb.

11 NM

Manifold gauge set used with HFC-410A refrigerant

systems must be capable of handling the higher system
operating pressures. The gauges should be rated for use
with pressures of 0 - 800 psig on the high side and a low side
of 30 vacuum to 250 psig with dampened speed to 500 psi.
Gauge hoses must be rated for use at up to 800 psig of
pressure with a 4000 psig burst rating.

Using Manifold Gauge Set

When checking the system charge, only use a manifold
Operating Angle Type Service Valve:
1. Remove stem cap with an appropriately sized wrench.
2. Use a service wrench with a hex-head extension (3/16 for liquid line valve sizes and 5/16 for vapor line valve sizes) to back
the stem out counterclockwise as far as it will go.
SERVICE PORT CAP
SERVICE PORT CORE

TO INDOOR
UNIT

(VALVE STEM SHOWN

CLOSED) INSERT HEX
WRENCH HERE

(VALVE STEM SHOWN OPEN)

INSERT HEX WRENCH HERE

SERVICE PORT
CORE

STEM CAP

TO OUTDOOR UNIT
ANGLE-TYPE SERVICE VALVE
(FRONT-SEATED CLOSED)

ANGLE-TYPE SERVICE VALVE

(BACK-SEATED OPENED)

When service valve is OPEN, the service port is

open to line set, indoor and outdoor unit.

When service valve is CLOSED, the service port is open

to the line set and indoor unit.

To Access Service Port:

Operating Ball Type Service Valve:

A service port cap protects the service port core from contamination and
serves as the primary leak seal.

1. Remove stem cap with an appropriately sized wrench.

2. Use an appropriately sized wrenched to open. To open valve,
rotate stem counterclockwise 90. To close rotate stem
clockwise 90.
TO INDOOR UNIT

TO OPEN ROTATE STEM

COUNTERCLOCKWISE 90.
TO CLOSE ROTATE STEM
CLOCKWISE 90.

2. Connect gauge set to service port.

3. When testing is completed, replace service port cap and tighten as
follows:

S
S

BALL (SHOWN
CLOSED)
VALVE
STEM

With torque wrench: Finger tighten and

torque cap per table 3.
Without torque wrench: Finger tighten and
use an appropriately sized wrench to turn
an additional 1/6 turn clockwise.

Reinstall Stem Cap:

1/6 TURN

11 12
10
9
8
7 6

1
5

2
3
4

Stem cap protects the valve stem from damage and serves as the
primary seal. Replace the stem cap and tighten as follows:

SERVICE PORT

1/12 TURN

SERVICE PORT
CORE
SERVICE PORT
CAP
TO OUTDOOR
UNIT

1. Remove service port cap with an appropriately sized wrench.

S
STEM CAP

With Torque Wrench: Finger tighten and

then torque cap per table 3.
Without Torque Wrench: Finger tight
en and use an appropriately sized
wrench to turn an additional 1/12 turn
clockwise.

11 12 1
2
10
9
3
4
8
7 6 5

NOTE A label with specific torque requirements may be affixed to the stem cap. If the label is present, use the specified torque.

FIGURE 15

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CHECKING AND ADDING SYSTEM

REFRIGERANT

IMPORTANT !

The 13ACX unit is factory-charged with enough HFC-410A

refrigerant to accommodate a 15-foot length of refrigerant
piping. Charge should be checked and adjusted using the
tables provided on the charging procedure sticker located on
the unit access panel. Detailed information is provided in the
13ACX Installation and Service Procedures manual
(Corp0625-L5), which is available on DaveNet.

Homeowners Information

CAUTION
Before attempting to perform any service or mainte
nance, turn the electrical power to unit OFF at discon
nect switch.
Cleaning of the outdoor unit's coil should be performed by a
licensed professional service technician (or equivalent).
Contact your dealer and set up a schedule (preferably twice
a year, but at least once a year) to inspect and service your
outdoor unit. The following maintenance may be performed
by the homeowner.

Outdoor Coil
The outdoor unit must be properly maintained to ensure its
proper operation.

S Please contact your dealer to schedule proper inspection

and maintenance for your equipment.

S Make sure no obstructions restrict airflow to the outdoor

unit.

S Grass clippings, leaves, or shrubs crowding the unit can

cause the unit to work harder and use more energy.

S Keep shrubbery trimmed away from the unit and

periodically check for debris which collects around the
unit.

S Keep snow level below the louvered panels to ensure

proper performance.

Sprinklers and soaker hoses should not be installed

where they could cause prolonged exposure to the
outdoor unit by treated water. Prolonged exposure of
the unit to treated water (i.e., sprinkler systems, soak
ers, waste water, etc.) will corrode the surface of steel
and aluminum parts, diminish performance and af
fect longevity of the unit.

Routine Maintenance
In order to ensure peak performance, your system must be
properly maintained. Clogged filters and blocked airflow
prevent your unit from operating at its most efficient level.
NOTE The filter and all access panels must be in place
any time the unit is in operation. If you are unsure about the
filter required for your system, call your Lennox dealer for
assistance.
1. Ask your Lennox dealer to show you where your indoor
unit's filter is located. It will be either at the indoor unit
(installed internal or external to the cabinet) or behind a
return air grille in the wall or ceiling. Check the filter
monthly and clean or replace it as needed.
2. Disposable filters should be replaced with a filter of the
same type and size.
3. The indoor evaporator coil is equipped with a drain pan
to collect condensate formed as your system removes
humidity from the inside air. Have your dealer show you
the location of the drain line and how to check for
obstructions. (This would also apply to an auxiliary
drain, if installed.)

Thermostat Operation
See the ComfortSense 7000 thermostat homeowner
manual for instructions on how to operate your thermostat.

Preservice Check
If your system fails to operate, check the following before
calling for service:
S Verify room thermostat settings are correct.
S Verify that all electrical disconnect switches are ON.
S Check for any blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers.
S Verify unit access panels are in place.
S Verify air filter is clean.
S If service is needed, locate and write down the unit
model number and have it handy before calling.

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13ACX Start-Up and Performance Checklist

Customer

Address

Indoor Unit Model

Serial

Outdoor Unit Model

Serial

Notes:
START UP CHECKS
Refrigerant Type:
Rated Load Amps:

Actual Amps

Condenser Fan Full Load Amps

Actual Amps:

Rated Volts

Actual Volts

COOLING MODE
Suction Pressure:

Liquid Pressure:

Supply Air Temperature:

Ambient Temperature:

Return Air: Temperature:

System Refrigerant Charge (Refer to manufacturer's information on unit or installation instructions for required
subcooling and approach temperatures.)
Subcooling:

SUBCOOLING

APPROACH

= COIL TEMP DROP

Saturated Condensing Temperature (A)

minus Liquid Line Temperature (B)
Approach:
Liquid Line Temperature (A)
minus Outdoor Air Temperature (B)
Indoor Coil Temperature Drop (18 to 22F)
Return Air Temperature (A)
minus Supply Air Temperature (B)

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