Installation

Manual
for
Cooling / Heating
Change-Over Box
CH-Box

Models:

CH-AP04MSSX
CH-AP08MSSX
CH-AP12MSSX
CH-AP16MSSX

JCH-AP04MSSX
JCH-AP08MSSX
JCH-AP12MSSX
JCH-AP16MSSX

IMPORTANT:

READ AND UNDERSTAND

THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLING
THIS CH-BOX.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. P5417025
FAN-2213 201711
 Interchangeability between Current and New CH-Boxes
● New CH-Box is compatible for the new outdoor unit.
Current CH-Box is compatible for the new outdoor unit with limitation.
Refer to the Technical Manual for the outdoor unit for more details.
Current outdoor unit is compatible with current CH unit only.
(When the New CH-Box is connected to current VRF outdoor unit, the unit will not operate and the wired
controller will display the alarm code “C4“.)

4: Available
4
4
Current CH Unit Current VRF (Heat Recovery)
×: Not Available
×
4
4
New CH-Box New VRF (Heat Recovery)
4
4

● Current and new CH-Boxes can not be used in the same system together.
● Production of current CH unit shall be discontinued. However, it will be supplied for servicing and
maintenance until further notice. Contact us if there are order request for the current CH unit.

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 IMPORTANT NOTICE

● The applicable outdoor unit may be different depending on the product series.
Improper combination causes the unit to malfunction and an alarm will be triggered. Be sure to confirm
with the product catalogue before installation.
● The manufacturer of the product pursues a policy of continuous improvement in the design and
performance of products to meet regulatory requirements and industry standards. Therefore, the
manufacturer reserves the right to revise specifications without notice.
● The manufacturer of the product cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a
potential hazard.
● This heat pump air conditioner is designed for standard air conditioning applications only. Do not use this
heat pump air conditioner for other purposes, such as drying clothes, refrigerating foods, or for any other
cooling or heating process.
● Do not install the unit outdoors. Do not install the unit in the following places. It may cause a fire,
deformation, corrosion or failure.
* Places where there are high levels of oil mist (including machinery oil).
* Places where there are high alkalinity levels (i.e., chlorine or bromine such as over hot tubs, etc.).
* Places where flammable gases or liquids may be used or generated.
* Places with a high concentration of salts, salty mists or sprays (such as over salt-water aquariums).
* Places with an atmosphere of high nuisance dust. Places with organic solvent atmospheres, such as
painting and cleaning locations.
● Do not install a unit in the place where condensate water can leak onto the unit or electrical device failures
may occur.
● Pay attention to the following points when the unit is installed in a hospital or other facility where
electromagnetic waves generate from medical equipment.
* Do not install the unit in places where electromagnetic waves radiate to the electrical box, wired controller
cable or wired controller.
* Install the unit at least 3m (10 ft) away from electromagnetic waves or interferences such as a radio.
● The installer and system specialist shall secure against leakage according to local regulations or
standards. This system has both high and low pressure refrigerant and, as such, comprises a pressurized
system. Never loosen threaded joints while the system is under pressure and never open pressurized
system parts.
● No part of this manual may be reproduced without written permission.
● It is assumed that this heat pump air conditioner will be operated and serviced by English speaking people.
If this is not the case, the distributor or dealer can provide or add safety, caution and operating signs in the
native language.
● If you have any questions, contact your distributor.
● This manual describes the features of this heat pump air conditioner as well as for other models.
This manual should be considered as a permanent part of the air conditioning equipment and should remain
with the air conditioning equipment.

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 CHECKING PRODUCT RECEIVED

● Upon receiving this product, inspect it for any shipping damage.

Inspect all electrical connections. Connections must be clean and tight at the terminals.
Claims for damage either apparent or concealed, should be filed immediately with the shipping company.
NOTE: Rough handling may dislocate internal components.
● Check the model number, electrical characteristics (power supply, voltage and frequency) and accessories
to determine if they are correct with the ordering and shipping information, to ensure the correct unit has
been shipped.
To minimize the possibility of damage after inspection, the units should be installed and reassembled as
soon as possible.

The standard installation and general use of this unit is explained in this manual.
Although common processes and procedures for installing units are presented in this manual, its use for
installation of units otherwise indicated in this manual is not recommended. Please contact your local agent,
as the occasion arises.
Our liability shall not cover defects arising from the alteration performed by a customer without our consent in
a written form.

SAFETY SUMMARY

Signal Words
● Signal words are used to identify levels of hazard seriousness.
Definitions for identifying hazard levels are provided below with their respective signal words.

DANGER : DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING : WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION : CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE : NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.

NOTE : NOTE is useful information for operation or maintenance.

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 SAFETY SUMMARY

DANGER
● Do not perform installation work, refrigerant piping work, condensate pump, or condensate piping and
electrical wiring connection without referring to the installation manual. If the instructions are not followed,
it may result in a water leakage, electric shock or a fire.
● Use the specified non-flammable refrigerant (R410A) for the outdoor unit in the refrigerant cycle.
Charge only R410A into the unit. Do not charge other materials into the unit such as hydrocarbon
refrigerants (propane), oxygen, flammable gases (acetylene) or poisonous gases when installing,
maintaining and moving the unit. These flammables are extremely dangerous and may cause an
explosion, a fire, or injury. As originally manufactured, this unit contains refrigerant installed by the
manufacturer of the product. The manufacturer of the product uses only refrigerants that have been
approved for use in the unit’s intended country or market. Distributors similarly are only authorized
to provide refrigerants that have been approved for use in the countries or markets they serve. The
refrigerant used in this unit is identified on the unit’s faceplate and/or in the associated manuals. Any
additions of refrigerant into this unit must comply with the country’s requirements with regard to refrigerant
use and should be obtained from distributors. Use of unapproved refrigerant substitutes will void the
warranties and can cause injury or death.
● Do not pour water into the indoor or outdoor unit. These units are equipped with electrical parts.
Exposure to water may cause a serious electrical shock.
● Do not open the service cover or access panel for the indoor or outdoor units without turning OFF the main
power supply.
● Do not touch or adjust safety devices inside the indoor unit or outdoor units. If these devices are touched
or readjusted, it may cause a serious accident.
● Carefully check for escaping refrigerant gas. If there is significant leakage, it can cause difficulty in
breathing. Turn OFF the main switch, and contact your service contractor if refrigerant leakage occurs.
● Make sure that the refrigerant leakage test is performed.
Refrigerant (fluorocarbon) for this unit is incombustible, non-toxic and odorless.
However if the refrigerant is leaked and comes in contact with fire, toxic gas will generate.
Because fluorocarbon is heavier than air, the floor surface will be filled with it, which could cause
suffocation.
● The installer and system specialist shall secure against refrigerant leakage according to local regulations
or standards.
● Use a Earth Leakage Breaker (ELB).
In the event of fault, there is danger of an electric shock or a fire if it is not used.

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WARNING
● Do not use any sprays such as insecticide, lacquer, hair spray or other flammable gases within
approximately 1.3m (4 ft) from the system.
● If the circuit breaker or fuse is often activated, stop the system and contact your service contractor.
● Check that the ground wiring is securely connected. If the unit is not correctly grounded, it may cause
electric shock. Do not connect the ground wiring to gas piping, condensate piping, lighting conductor or
ground wiring for telephones.
● Before performing any brazing work, check to ensure that there is no flammable material around.
When using refrigerant, be sure to wear leather gloves to prevent injury from cold.
● Insulate electrical wiring, condensate piping, and electrical components from threats posed by burrowing
animals and temperature extremes. Failure to do so can, over time, deteriorate system performance.
● Secure the cables. External forces on the terminals could lead to a fire.
● Tighten the flare nut with a torque wrench in the specified manner. Do not apply excessive force to the
flare nut when tightening. If you do, the flare nut can crack and refrigerant leakage may occur.
● When maintaining, relocating or disposing of the unit, dismantle the refrigerant piping after the compressor
stops.
● Highly dangerous electrical voltages are used in this system. Carefully refer to the wiring diagram and
these instructions when wiring. Improper connections and inadequate grounding can cause serious injury
or death.
● Perform all electrical work in strict accordance with this installation and maintenance manual and all
relevant regulatory standards.
● Use specified cables between units.
● Be sure to install circuit breakers (ground fault interrupter, isolating switch, molded case circuit breaker
and so on), with the specified capacity. Ensure that the wiring terminals are tightened securely to
recommended torque specifications. If a circuit breaker or fuse is frequently activated, shut down the
system and contact your service contractor.
● Clamp electrical wires securely with a cable clamp after all wiring is connected to the terminal block.
In addition, run wires securely through the wiring access channel.
● When installing the power lines, do not apply tension to the cables. Secure the suspended cables at
regular intervals, but not too tightly.
● After stopping operation, be sure to wait at least five minutes before turning off the main power switch.
Otherwise, water leakage or electrical breakdown may result. Disconnect the power supply completely
before attempting any maintenance for electrical parts. Check to ensure that no residual voltage is present
after disconnecting the power supply.
● Insulate the refrigerant pipe connection to prevent condensation.
● Be sure to attach the cover so that it fits securely on the electrical box without any gaps. Secure the cover
with screws.

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 CAUTION
● Do not step on the unit.
● Do not put any foreign material on the unit or inside the unit.
● Provide a strong and correct foundation so that:
● The outdoor unit is not on an incline.
● Abnormal sound does not occur.
● The outdoor unit will not fall down due to a strong wind or earthquake.

NOTICE
● Be careful that moisture, dust, or variant refrigerant compounds not enter the refrigerant system during
installation work. Foreign matter could damage internal components or cause blockages.
● Do not install the indoor unit, outdoor unit, wired controller and cable within approximately 3m (10 ft) of
strong electromagnetic wave radiators such as medical equipment.
● After a long shutdown, apply power to the outdoor unit(s) at least 12 hours prior to operation of the system
for preheating of the compressor oil.

NOTE
● It is recommended that the room is ventilated every three to four hours.
● The heating capacity of the heat pump unit is decreased according to the outdoor air temperature.
Therefore, it is recommended that auxiliary heating equipment be used in the field when the unit is
installed in a low temperature region.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Safety Summary..............................................................................................................................................1

2. Structure..........................................................................................................................................................1
2.1 Dimensions..............................................................................................................................................1
2.2 Refrigeration Cycle..................................................................................................................................4
2.3 Necessary Tools and Instrument List for Installation...............................................................................5

3. Transportation and Handling............................................................................................................................6

3.1 Transportation.........................................................................................................................................6
3.2 Handling of CH-Box.................................................................................................................................6
3.3 Combination of CH-Box and Indoor Unit.................................................................................................6

4. CH-Box Installation..........................................................................................................................................7
4.1 Factory-Supplied Accessories.................................................................................................................7
4.2 Initial Check.............................................................................................................................................8
4.3 Suspension Bolts.....................................................................................................................................9
4.4 Installation.............................................................................................................................................10
4.4.1 Marking of the Positions of the Suspension Bolts and Wiring Connections................................10
4.4.2 Mounting and Hanging the CH-Box.............................................................................................10

5. Refrigerant Piping Work................................................................................................................................. 11

5.1 Refrigerant Piping.................................................................................................................................. 11
5.2 Refrigerant Piping Work........................................................................................................................13

6. Electrical Wiring.............................................................................................................................................21
6.1 General Check......................................................................................................................................21
6.2 Electrical Wiring Connection.................................................................................................................22
6.3 Electrical Wiring.....................................................................................................................................24
6.4 Setting of DIP Switches.........................................................................................................................25

7. Test Run.........................................................................................................................................................26

8. Safety and Control Device Setting.................................................................................................................27

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1. Safety Summary

● Do not perform installation work, refrigerant Do not install the CH-Box and cable within
piping work or electrical wiring connection approximately 3m (10 ft) from strong
without referring to our installation manual. electromagnetic wave radiators such as
● Check that the ground wire is securely medical equipment.
connected.
● Connect a fuse of specified capacity.

2. Structure
2.1 Dimensions

CH-AP04MSSX Unit: mm
JCH-AP04MSSX Specifications
CH-AP04MSSX
Model
JCH-AP04MSSX
1/N~, 220-240V, 50Hz
View from P P 1/N~, 220V, 60Hz
1/N~, 230V, 50Hz
Power Supply
67 60 x 3 = 180 Refrigerant Liquid Pipe 1~, 208-230V, 60Hz*
Connections 20 340 1~, 220V, 60Hz*
60
A D C B (4 x ɸ9.52 Flare Nuts) (For Suspension Bolt) *For Mexico model only.
60

198 Input (W) 11.2

155

110 Refrigerant R410A

30

Refrigerant Gas Pipe Net Weight (kg) 14

Connection Connectable Indoor Unit
(For Suspension Bolt)

(4 x ɸ15.88 Flare Nuts) 16.0HP or less

Total Capacity
Indoor Unit Connecting Side Connectable Indoor Unit 6.0HP or less
256

Total Capacity per Branch (Max. 16.0kW)

551 Number of Connectable
1 to 6
Suspension Bracket Indoor Unit per Branch
199 352 4 - (12 x 32) Slotted Hole
86 67 540
Refrigerant Gas Refrigerant Liquid
38 303 38 (High/Low Pressure) Pipe Connection
Electrical Box Pipe Connection (I.D. ɸ12.9)
(I.D. ɸ22.36)
Ground Terminal (M5)
260

(in Electrical Box)

156
60

50
Power Supply Wiring 35 176
42

Control Wiring Connection

Connection (ɸ26) (ɸ26) 180
Refrigerant Gas
(Low Pressure) 244
Pipe Connection
34

(I.D. ɸ25.6)
Outdoor Unit Connecting Side

Figure 2.1 Dimensions of CH-Box

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 Unit: mm
CH-AP08MSSX
JCH-AP08MSSX Specifications
CH-AP08MSSX
Model
JCH-AP08MSSX
1/N~, 220-240V, 50Hz
1/N~, 220V, 60Hz
View from P P 1/N~, 230V, 50Hz
Refrigerant Liquid Pipe Power Supply
67 60 x 7 = 420 1~, 208-230V, 60Hz*
Connections 1~, 220V, 60Hz*
60 (8 x ɸ9.52 Flare Nuts) 20 580
(For Suspension Bolt)
*For Mexico model only.
198 Input (W) 22.4
A D C B E H G F
60
156

Refrigerant Gas
Pipe Connection 110 Refrigerant R410A

30
(8 x ɸ15.88 Net Weight (kg) 25
Flare Nuts)

(For Suspension Bolt)

Indoor Unit Connecting Side Connectable Indoor Unit
30.0HP or less
Total Capacity

256
Connectable Indoor Unit 6.0HP or less
Total Capacity per Branch (Max. 16.0kW)
Suspension Bracket Number of Connectable
4 - (12 x 32) Slotted Hole 1 to 6
551 Indoor Unit per Branch
199 352 780
Refrigerant Gas Refrigerant Liquid
86 67 38 543 38 (High/Low Pressure) Pipe Connection
Pipe Connection (I.D. ɸ12.9)
Electrical Box (I.D. ɸ22.36)
260

Ground Terminal (M5)

156
(in Electrical Box)

60
50

42
Power Supply Wiring 35 176 240 Control Wiring Connection
Connection (ɸ26) 180
(2 x ɸ26)
Refrigerant Gas 244
(Low Pressure)
Pipe Connection
34

(I.D. ɸ28.75)
Outdoor Unit Connecting Side

CH-AP12MSSX
JCH-AP12MSSX Specifications
CH-AP12MSSX
Model
JCH-AP12MSSX
View from P 1/N~, 220-240V, 50Hz
1/N~, 220V, 60Hz
Refrigerant Liquid Pipe Connections
(12 x ɸ9.52 Flare Nuts) P Power Supply
1/N~, 230V, 50Hz
1~, 208-230V, 60Hz*
67 60 x 11 = 660 1~, 220V, 60Hz*
60 20 820 *For Mexico model only.
A D C B E H G F I J K L (For Suspension Bolt) Input (W) 33.6
60
156

198
Refrigerant R410A
110
30

Net Weight (kg) 36

Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection Connectable Indoor Unit
(For Suspension Bolt)

(12 x ɸ15.88 Flare Nuts) 30.0HP or less

Total Capacity
256

Indoor Unit Connecting Side Connectable Indoor Unit 6.0HP or less

Total Capacity per Branch (Max. 16.0kW)
Suspension Bracket
Number of Connectable
551 4 - (12 x 32) Slotted Hole 1 to 6
Indoor Unit per Branch
199 352
1020
Refrigerant Gas Refrigerant Liquid
86 67 38 783 38 (High/Low Pressure) Pipe Connection
Pipe Connection (I.D. ɸ16.1)
Electrical Box (I.D. ɸ25.6)
260

Ground Terminal (M5)

156

(in Electrical Box)

60

50
42

Power Supply Wiring 35 176 240 240 Control Wiring Connection 180
Connection (ɸ26) (3 x ɸ26) Refrigerant Gas
(Low Pressure) 244
Pipe Connection
34

(I.D. ɸ28.75)
Outdoor Unit Connecting Side

Figure 2.2 Dimensions of CH-Box

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 Unit: mm
CH-AP16MSSX
JCH-AP16MSSX Specifications
CH-AP16MSSX
Model
JCH-AP16MSSX
View from P 1/N~, 220-240V, 50Hz
Refrigerant Liquid Pipe Connections 1/N~, 220V, 60Hz
(16 x ɸ9.52 Flare Nuts) 1/N~, 230V, 50Hz
Power Supply
67 900 1~, 208-230V, 60Hz*
60 P 1~, 220V, 60Hz*
*For Mexico model only.
A D C B E H G F I J K O N M L P
Input (W) 44.8
60
156

20 1060
(For Suspension Bolt)
Refrigerant R410A
198
Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection 110 Net Weight (kg) 47

30
(16 x ɸ15.88 Flare Nuts) Connectable Indoor Unit
30.0HP or less
Indoor Unit Connecting Side Total Capacity
(For Suspension Bolt)
Connectable Indoor Unit 6.0HP or less
256
Total Capacity per Branch (Max. 16.0kW)
Suspension Bracket Number of Connectable
551 1 to 6
4 - (12 x 32) Slotted Hole Indoor Unit per Branch
199 352
1260 Refrigerant Gas Refrigerant Liquid
86 67 38 1023 38 (High/Low Pressure) Pipe Connection
Electrical Box Pipe Connection (I.D. ɸ19.3)
(I.D. ɸ28.75)
260

Ground Terminal (M5)

156
(in Electrical Box)

60
35 176 240 240 240 50

42
Power Supply Wiring Control Wiring Connection
180
Connection (ɸ26) (4 x ɸ26) Refrigerant Gas
(Low Pressure) 244
Pipe Connection
(I.D. ɸ32)
34

Outdoor Unit Connecting Side

Figure 2.3 Dimensions of CH-Box

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 2.2 Refrigeration Cycle

CH-AP04MSSX CH-AP08MSSX
JCH-AP04MSSX JCH-AP08MSSX
G (High/Low Pressure) G (High/Low Pressure)
G (Low Pressure) G (Low Pressure)
L L
To Outdoor Unit Side To Outdoor Unit Side
2 2
1
S S S S

1 1
1

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>
<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>
<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

S S S S S S S S S S S S
2 2

L L L L L L L L L L L L
G G G G G G G G G G G G
Unit D Unit C Unit B Unit A Unit H Unit G Unit F Unit E Unit D Unit C Unit B Unit A

To Indoor Unit Side To Indoor Unit Side

CH-AP12MSSX
JCH-AP12MSSX
G (High/Low Pressure)
G (Low Pressure)
L

2 To Outdoor Unit Side

S S

1
<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>
<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

S S S S S S S S S S S S
2

L L L L L L L L L L L L
G G G G G G G G G G G G
Unit L Unit K Unit J Unit I Unit H Unit G Unit F Unit E Unit D Unit C Unit B Unit A

To Indoor Unit Side

Mark Part Name G : Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection

1 Electronic Expansion Valve L : Refrigerant Liquid Pipe Connection
: Field Refrigerant Piping
2 Strainer : Flare Connection
: Brazing Connection
: CH-Box

Figure 2.4 Refrigeration Cycle Diagram

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 CH-AP16MSSX
JCH-AP16MSSX

G (High/Low Pressure)
2 G (Low Pressure) 1
L Outdoor Unit Side

S S
<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>

<MVD4>

<MVD3>

<MVD2>

<MVD1>
<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>

<MVS4>

<MVS3>

<MVS2>

<MVS1>
S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S

2
L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L

G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G
Unit P Unit O Unit N Unit M Unit L Unit K Unit J Unit I Unit H Unit G Unit F Unit E Unit D Unit C Unit B Unit A

Indoor Unit Side

G : Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection

Mark Part Name
L : Refrigerant Liquid Pipe Connection
1 Electronic Expansion Valve : Field Refrigerant Piping
: Flare Connection
2 Strainer : Brazing Connection
: CH-Box

Figure 2.5 Refrigeration Cycle Diagram

2.3 Necessary Tools and Instrument List for Installation

No. Tool No. Tool

1 Handsaw 11 Wrench
2 Phillips Screwdriver 12 Charging Cylinder
3 Vacuum Pump 13 Manifold Gauge
4 Refrigerant Gas Hose 14 Wire Cutter
5 Megohmmeter 15 Gas Leak Detector
6 Copper Pipe Bender 16 Level
7 Manual Water Pump 17 Crimper for Solderless Terminals
8 Pipe Cutter 18 Hoist (for Indoor Unit)
9 Brazing Kit 19 Ammeter
10 Hex Wrench 20 Voltage Meter
NOTE:
Use tools and measuring instruments (vacuum pump, refrigerant hose, charging cylinder, and manifold
gauge) exclusively for the refrigerant R410A.

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3. Transportation and Handling

3.1 Transportation 3.2 Handling of CH-Box

Transport the product as close to the installation
location as practicable before unpacking.
Do not put any foreign material into the indoor
unit and check to ensure that none exists in
Do not put any material on the product. the CH-Box before the installation and test run.
Otherwise, a fire or failure, or something similar
may occur.

Be careful not to damage insulation materials

of unit’s surface when lifting.

3.3 Combination of CH-Box and Indoor Unit

Combination is as follows.

Table 3.1 Combination of Indoor Unit

CH-AP04MSSX CH-AP08MSSX CH-AP12MSSX CH-AP16MSSX

Model
JCH-AP04MSSX JCH-AP08MSSX JCH-AP12MSSX JCH-AP16MSSX
Number of Branches (for Indoor Unit) 4 8 12 16

Maximum Total Capacity of 16.0HP or less 30.0HP or less 30.0HP or less 30.0HP or less
All Connected Indoor Units (Max. 44.8kW) (Max. 85.0kW) (Max. 85.0kW) (Max. 85.0kW)
Single Unit
Per Branch Maximum Total Capacity of
6.0HP or less 6.0HP or less 6.0HP or less 6.0HP or less
Connected Indoor Units Per
(Max. 16.0kW) (Max. 16.0kW) (Max. 16.0kW) (Max. 16.0kW)
Branch
Maximum Number of
Connected Indoor Units Per 6 6 6 6
Branch
Multiple Units
Maximum Total Capacity of 16.0HP or less 30.0HP or less 30.0HP or less 30.0HP or less
Per Branch
All Connected Indoor Units (Max. 44.8kW) (Max. 85.0kW) (Max. 85.0kW) (Max. 85.0kW)
(*1)
Maximum Total Capacity of
6.0HP or less 6.0HP or less 6.0HP or less 6.0HP or less
Connected Indoor Units Per
(Max. 16.0kW) (Max. 16.0kW) (Max. 16.0kW) (Max. 16.0kW)
Branch
(*1) When multiple indoor units are connected to the same branch of CH-Box, they are controlled with the
same operation mode.
NOTES:
1. Exceeding the total capacity may cause insufficient performance and abnormal sound. Be sure to
connect the CH-Box within the allowable total capacity.
2. In case of 8HP or 10HP type indoor unit connection:
Only single unit per branch is allowed to be connected.
Up to two 8HP or 10HP type indoor units can be connected to the CH-Box within the “Maximum Total
Capacity of All Connected Indoor Units” shown in above table.
Make sure to increase the pipe connection size by using the appropriate accessory pipe.

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4. CH-Box Installation

4.1 Factory-Supplied Accessories

Check to ensure that the following accessories are
● Do not install the CH-Box in a flammable packed with the CH-Box.
environment to avoid fire or an explosion.

NOTE
If any of these accessories are not packed with the
● Check to ensure that the ceiling slab is strong unit, please contact your distributor.
enough.
● Do not install the CH-Box outdoors.
If installed outdoors, an electric hazard or
electric leakage may occur.
● Installation WARNING: Ensure that all safety
features, disconnects and interlocks are
in place and functioning properly prior to
putting the equipment into operation. Never
by-pass or jump-out any safety device or
switch.

Table 4.1 Factory-Supplied Accessories

Unit: mm (inch)
CH-AP04MSSX CH-AP08MSSX CH-AP12MSSX CH-AP16MSSX
No. Accessory Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty
JCH-AP04MSSX JCH-AP08MSSX JCH-AP12MSSX JCH-AP16MSSX
ID f12.7 (1/2)

(1) 4 8 12 16
Flaring
f15.88 (5/8)
ID f6.35 (1/4)

(2) 4 8 12 16
Flaring
Accessory f9.52 (3/8)
Pipe ID f19.05 (3/4)

(3) 2 2 2 2
Flaring
Flare Nut Flare Nut Flare Nut Flare Nut
f15.88 (5/8)
ID f22.2 (7/8)

(4) 1 2 2 2
Flaring
Flare Nut Flare Nut Flare Nut Flare Nut
f15.88 (5/8)

ID f26
(5) 4 8 12 16
(1)
Insulation
Material
ID f35
(6) 4 8 12 16
(1-3/8)

(7) Clamp 17 34 51 68

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 4.2 Initial Check
● Install the CH-Box with a proper clearance ● Check to ensure that the ceiling is sufficiently
around it for maintenance working space, as strong to sustain the CH-Box. If the ceiling is
shown in Figure 4.1 below. weak, abnormal sound and vibration may occur.
● When the electronic expansion valve in the
Service Space Unit: mm CH-Box is activated, a change in the typical
refrigerant flow sounds may be heard or
Service Access Door 1 (*) Service Access Door 2
perceived from the CH-Box. Take the following
( 450) ( 450) action to minimize the sound.
(A) Install the CH-Box inside the ceiling. As for
the ceiling material, select a material like a
plasterboard at least 9mm (1 inch), which
50 minimizes operation sound.
50
100
100

(B) Do not install the CH-Box in a place near

bedrooms or hospital rooms.
Electrical Box
● When the operation is changed to cooling/
100

Service Access Door 3 heating mode, a change in the typical refrigerant

( 450)
Min. 300 flow sounds may be heard or perceived from the
CH-Box.
Therefore, install the CH-Box in the ceiling of
4-Suspension Bolt
M10 or W3/8 the corridor so that the refrigerant flowing sound
(Field-Supplied) may not be heard in the room.
Upper Side Min. 100 ● Do not install the CH-Box in a hot or
humid place, such as a kitchen, to prevent
condensation on the outer surface of the
CH-Box.
Min. 500 When installing the CH-Box in such places,
Bottom Side apply additional insulation.
Min. A
Min. 100 ● Pay attention to the following points when the
CH-Box is installed in a hospital or other facility
* Service access door 1 is required for models where there are electronic waves from medical
CH-AP08MSSX, CH-AP12MSSX and CH-AP16MSSX. equipment.
Size (A) Do not install the CH-Box where the
A
Model electromagnetic wave is directly radiated to
CH-AP04MSSX
100 the electrical box or communication cable.
JCH-AP04MSSX
CH-AP08MSSX (B) Install the CH-Box and components as far
JCH-AP08MSSX as practicable or at least 3m (10 ft) from the
CH-AP12MSSX
400 electromagnetic wave radiator.
JCH-AP12MSSX
CH-AP16MSSX (C) Install a noise filter when the power supply
JCH-AP16MSSX emits harmful noises.
● Ensure the installation place is convenient
Purpose of Each Service Access Door for the refrigerant piping or electrical wiring
Name Purpose connection.
Service Access Use during inspection of indoor unit ● Do not drill, or drive screws into the cabinet.
Door 1 connecting side. Use only mounting points provided.
Service Access Use during inspection of indoor unit ● In case the CH-Box is required to move from the
Door 2 connecting side. ceiling, prepare another service access door.
Service Access Use during inspection of electrical
Door 3 components inside electrical box.

Figure 4.1 Service Space

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4.3 Suspension Bolts
Step 1
(1) Select a final location and installation direction of the CH-Box.
Pay careful attention to the space for the piping, wiring and maintenance.
(2) Mount suspension bolts.
(3) Contact a qualified contractor or carpenter for the ceiling treatment.
View from above Unit: mm (inch)
20 A
(13/16) (For Suspension Bolt)
198
(7-13/16) Size
(1-3/16)

A
110 Model
30

(4-5/16) CH-AP04MSSX
340 (13-3/8)
JCH-AP04MSSX
256 (10-1/16)
For Suspension

CH-AP08MSSX
580 (22-13/16)
JCH-AP08MSSX
CH-AP12MSSX
820 (32-5/16)
Bolt

JCH-AP12MSSX
Suspension Bracket CH-AP16MSSX
1060 (41-3/4)
12 (4-1/2) x 32 (1-1/4) JCH-AP16MSSX
4x
Slotted Hole
Figure 4.2 Position of Suspension Bolts
Step 2
Mount suspension bolts, as shown in Figure 4.3.
 For Steel Beam  For Wooden Beam
Wooden Bar
(60 to 90mm
Antiskid Clamp Suspension Bolt (2-3/8 to 3-9/16 inch) Square)
C-shaped (Bend it) Nut Square
Clamp Wooden Washer
Beam
Nut
Suspension I Beam Nut
Square
Bolt Support Angle Washer
Suspension Bolt Suspension Bolt
Suspension Bolt (M10 or W3/8) (M10 or W3/8)
(M10 or W3/8)

 For Concrete Slab  For Reinforcing Steel

(1) Hole-In Anchor
150 to 160mm
(5-7/8 to 6-5/16 inch)
Part B Part A

Insert
100 to 150 kg
(220 to 331 lbs.)

Steal Concrete

Unit Body Use a hole saw Break a head portion Suspension Bolt
to make a hole. of anchor by using (M10 or W3/8)
a hammer.

Inserting Fixing Fixing Bolt

(2) Resin Capsule Use a suspension bolt with 30 to 45o sloping edge.
Use the resin capsule within the warranty period.
Resin capsules deteriorate over time and should be used within
six mounths of the manufacturing date.

Stiffening Glass
Agent
Stone
Epoxy Resin

Resin Capsule Use a hole saw Inserting Ambient Temp. Time

to make a hole. (with impulse rotation) 20oC (68oF) Min. 30min.
After inserting, do not rotate or put any force until resin is hardened. 15oC (59oF) Min. 1hr.
Required time is as shown in the table at right. 10oC (50oF) Min. 2hr.
5oC (41oF) Min. 4hr.
0oC (32oF) Min. 8hr.

NOTE:
 Use a suspension bolt (W3/8, Metric screw thread: M10).
 Prepare washer and nut.

Figure 4.3 Mounting of Suspension Bolts

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 4.4 Installation
4.4.1 Marking of the Positions of the Suspension (2) Hanging the CH-Box
Bolts and Wiring Connections (a) Hang the CH-Box by putting hands on the
(1) Mark the positions of the suspension bolts, bottom of the cabinet.
refrigerant piping connections and wiring (b) Insert the suspension bolt into the groove
connection. part of the suspension bracket as shown
(2) Installation dimensions are shown in in Figure 4.5. Ensure that the washers
Figure 2.1 and 2.2. are correctly affixed to the suspension
bracket.
(c) After the hanging work, the piping and
4.4.2 Mounting and Hanging the CH-Box wiring connection work is required inside
(1) Place nuts and washers onto the suspension the ceiling in the gap between the roof
bolts before installing the CH-Box. and ceiling so it is not visible. Therefore,
determine the drawing direction of the
NOTE: pipe after selecting the installation location
Make sure to use washers for installing the of the CH-Box. Before doing the hanging
suspension bolts to the suspension brackets. work, carry out the piping and wiring work
Install the washer with the insulation side up to the connecting positions.
facing down for suspended installation (d) Keep the CH-Box level to the ceiling
applications. This way, the washers surface. If the CH-Box is not level, a
themselves remain in position on the malfunction may occur.
suspension bolts during the installation (e) Tighten the nuts of the suspension
phase. bolt with the suspension bracket after
adjustment is completed.
Field-Supplied Parts Adhesive must be applied to the nuts in
* Suspension Bolt: 4-M10 or W3/8 order to prevent them from loosening.
* Nut: 12-M10 or W3/8
* Washer: 4-M10 or W3/8
* Washer with Insulation: 4-M10 or W3/8 Suspension Bolt

Suspension Bolt
(Field-Supplied) Suspension Bracket
Nut (Field-Supplied) (Four Places)

Washer with Insulation

(Field-Supplied)

Suspension Bracket
(Attached Indoor Unit)
1-15/16 inch)
30 to 50mm

Washer (Field-Supplied)
(1-3/16 to

Double-Nut
(Field-Supplied)
Figure 4.5 Hanging Method

Figure 4.4 Suspension

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5. Refrigerant Piping Work
● Flaring Dimension
Perform the flaring work as shown below.
Use the specified non-flammable refrigerant mm (inch)
90o + 2o
(R410A) for the outdoor unit in the refrigerant +0
Diameter A
cycle. Do not charge material other than 45 o
+ 2o -0.4(-0.02)
(ɸd)
R410A into the unit such as hydrocarbon fA R410A
refrigerants (propane or something similar), 6.35 (1/4) 9.1 (0.36)
oxygen, flammable gases (acetylene or etc.) or 9.52 (3/8) 13.2 (0.52)
1/64 ~ 1/32R
poisonous gases when installing, maintaining 12.7 (1/2) 16.6 (0.65)
and moving. These flammables are extremely 15.88 (5/8) 19.7 (0.78)
dangerous and may cause an explosion, a fire, fd
19.05 (3/4) (T)
and injury.
(T) It is impossible to perform the flaring
work with 1/2H material. In this case,
5.1 Refrigerant Piping use an accessory pipe (with a flare).
(1) Prepare locally-supplied copper pipes.
(2) Select clean copper tubes making sure there
is no dust or moisture inside the tubes.
Before connecting pipes, blow the inside of
the tubes with nitrogen or dry air, to remove ● Cautions for Refrigerant Pipe Work (Example)
any dust or foreign materials. When installing pipe through Do not place the pipe
(3) Select the piping size as shown in the tables the wall, secure a cap at the
end of the pipe.
directly on the ground.
below. Furthermore, check for the flare Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect
nut and flaring dimension according to the
following figure and table.
Hole Hole

● Joint Selection Attach a cap

Attach a cap
When using 1/2H material and the flaring work or vinyl tape.
or vinyl tape.

is not available. In this instance, use a joint

selected from the chart below. Correct Incorrect

Minimum Thickness of Joint mm(inch) Rain water can

enter.
Diameter R410A
6.35 (1/4) 0.5 (0.020)
9.52 (3/8) 0.6 (0.024) Attach a cap
or vinyl bag with
12.7 (1/2) 0.7 (0.028) rubber band.
15.88 (5/8) 0.8 (0.031)
19.05 (3/4) 0.8 (0.031)
22.2 (7/8) 0.9 (0.035)
25.4 (1) 0.95 (0.037)
28.58 (1-1/8) 1.0 (0.039)
31.75 (1-1/4) 1.1 (0.043)
38.1 (1-1/2) 1.35 (0.053)
41.28 (1-5/8) 1.45 (0.057)

Flare Nut Dimension B mm(inch)

Flare Nut
Diameter R410A
6.35 (1/4) 17 (11/16)
9.52 (3/8) 22 (7/8)
12.7 (1/2) 26 (1) B

15.88 (5/8) 29 (1-1/8)

19.05 (3/4) 36 (1-7/16)

NOTE:
Do not use a joint other than those specified in
the table above.

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 ●  Cautions for Piping Connection Work
(a) Connect the indoor/outdoor connecting
pipes. Secure the pipes and do not touch ● Do not apply excessive force to the flare
other objects, such as ceilings for example. nut when tightening. Excessive force can
(Otherwise, abnormal sound may be heard result in the flare nut cracking and refrigerant
due to the vibration of the piping.) leakage may occur. Use the specified
(b) Apply refrigerant oil slightly on the sheet tightening torque.
surface of the pipe and flare nut before the ● For more details of the refrigerant piping
flaring work. Then tighten the flare nut with work, vacuum pumping and refrigerant
the specified tightening torque using two charge, refer to the Technical Manual for the
wrenches. Always use a back-up wrench to Outdoor Unit.
prevent twisting of the copper piping within
the unit assembly. Perform the flaring work
on the liquid piping side before the gas
piping side. Check the gas leakage after the
flaring work.
NOTE:
Refrigerant oil is field-supplied.
[Ethereal Oil FVC50K, FVC68D (Idemitsu
Kousan Co. Ltd.)]
(c) When temperature and humidity inside the
ceiling exceed 27oC(80oF) /RH, relative
humidity, 80%, apply additional insulation
approximately 20mm (13/16 inch) thickness
to the accessory insulation. It prevents
condensation on the surface of the insulation
(refrigerant pipe only) and possible damage
to electronic components.
(d) Perform the air-tight leakage test 4.15MPa
(601 psi) for the test pressure. Refer to the
Technical Manual for the Outdoor Unit for
more details.
(e) Perform cold insulation work by insulating
and taping the flare connection and reducer
connection. Also insulate all the refrigerant
pipes.

Apply Refrigerant Oil.

Two wrenches required to prevent

damaging the copper piping.

Required Tightening Torque

Pipe Size Tightening Torque
6.35mm (ɸ1/4 inch) 14 to 18 N●m (10.3 to 13.3 ft.lbs)
9.52mm (ɸ3/8 inch) 34 to 42 N●m (25.1 to 31.0 ft.lbs)
12.7mm (ɸ1/2 inch) 49 to 61 N●m (36.1 to 45.0 ft.lbs)
15.88mm (ɸ5/8 inch) 68 to 82 N●m (50.2 to 60.5 ft.lbs)
19.05mm (ɸ3/4 inch) 100 to 120 N●m (73.8 to 88.5 ft.lbs)

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 5.2 Refrigerant Piping Work
Provide the refrigerant pipe in the field.
Make sure that the refrigerant pipe is connected to the same refrigerant cycle unit.
(1) Position of Piping Connection

* a Unit: mm (inch)
260
(10-1/4)

198
Refrigerant Liquid Pipe
(7-13/16)

(7-13/16)

(1-15/16)
Connection for Outdoor Unit
199

110
(3-3/8)

50
I.D. φD
86

(4-5/16)

(7-1/16)
551 (21-11/16)

180
352 (13-7/8)

(9-5/8)
244
Refrigerant Gas (Low Pressure)
Pipe Connection for Outdoor Unit
Refrigerant Gas (High/Low Pressure) 42
(2-5/8)

Electrical Box I.D. φC

Pipe Connection for Outdoor Unit (1-5/8)
67

60
I.D. φB
(2-3/8)
A
156
(6-1/8)

Unit: mm (inch)
Dimension
A B C D
Model
CH-AP04MSSX
303 (11-15/16) 22.2 (7/8) 25.4 (1) 12.7 (1/2)
JCH-AP04MSSX
CH-AP08MSSX
543 (21-3/8) 22.2 (7/8) 28.58 (1/1/8) 12.7 (1/2)
JCH-AP08MSSX
CH-AP12MSSX
783 (30-13/16) 25.4 (1) 28.58 (1/1/8) 15.88 (5/8)
JCH-AP12MSSX
CH-AP16MSSX
1023 (40-9/32) 28.58 (1-1/8) 31.75 (1-1/4) 19.05 (3/4)
JCH-AP16MSSX

View of Indoor Unit Connecting Side * a

CH-AP04MSSX CH-AP12MSSX
JCH-AP04MSSX JCH-AP12MSSX
Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection
for Indoor Unit for Indoor Unit
(2-3/8)

(12 x φ15.8 (5/8) Flare Nut)

156 (2-3/8)
(4 x φ15.8 (5/8) Flare Nut)
60

60
(6-1/8)

(6-1/8)
156

ࠉ
ࠉ Refrigerant Liquid Pipe
Refrigerant Liquid Pipe D C B A Connection for Indoor Unit L K J I H G F E D C B A

Connection for Indoor Unit (12 x φ9.52 (3/8) Flare Nut) 60

60
(4 x φ9.52 (3/8) Flare Nut) (2-3/8) (2-3/8)
60 x 11 = 660 67
60 x 3 = 180 67
(2-3/8 x 11 = 26) (2-5/8)
(2-3/8 x 3 = 7-1/16) (2-5/8)

CH-AP08MSSX CH-AP16MSSX
JCH-AP08MSSX JCH-AP16MSSX
Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection Refrigerant Gas Pipe Connection
for Indoor Unit for Indoor Unit
(2-3/8)

(8 x φ15.8 (5/8) Flare Nut) (16 x φ15.8 (5/8) Flare Nut)

156 (2-3/8)
60

60
(6-1/8)

(6-1/8)
156

Refrigerant Liquid Pipe H G F E D C B A P O N M L K J I H G F E D C B A

Connection for Indoor Unit Refrigerant Liquid Pipe 60
60 Connection for Indoor Unit
ࠉ
(8 x φ9.52 (3/8) Flare Nut) (2-3/8) (2-3/8)
(16 x φ9.52 (3/8) Flare Nut) 60 x 15 = 900
60 x 7 = 420 67 67
(2-3/8 x 7 = 16-9/16) (2-5/8) (2-3/8 x 15 = 35-7/16) (2-5/8)

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 (2) Piping Work for CH-Box
Refer to Technical Catalogue and Installation Manual of the outdoor unit for the piping diameter and
the installation condition.
(3) Selecting Piping Size
● Select the size for the high/low pressure gas pipe, (a) Outdoor Unit Connecting Side
low pressure gas pipe and liquid pipe according
High/Low Pressure
to Table 5.1. The size depends on the indoor unit Gas Pipe (B)
total capacity connected downstream of the (Field-Supplied)
CH-Box.
● As for the multi-kit branch or header branch, refer Low Pressure
Gas Pipe (A)
to the Technical Catalog for the Outdoor Unit.
(Field-Supplied)
● Perform the piping connection work for the CH-Box Liquid Pipe (C)
as shown below. (Field-Supplied)

Gas Pipe (D)

(Field-Supplied)
Liquid Pipe (E)
(Field-Supplied)

(b) Indoor Unit Connecting Side

(a) Outdoor Unit Side Field Piping Size

Table 5.1 Outdoor Unit Side Field Piping Size

Connected Low Pressure High/Low Pressure
Liquid Pipe (C)
Indoor Unit Capacity: Q Gas Pipe (A) Gas Pipe (B)
kW mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch)
< 16.0 f15.88 (5/8) f12.7 (1/2) f9.52 (3/8)
16.0 ≤ Q < 25.0 f19.05 (3/4) f15.88 (5/8) f9.52 (3/8)
25.0 ≤ Q < 33.5 f22.2 (7/8) f19.05 (3/4) f9.52 (3/8)
33.5 ≤ Q < 45.0 f25.4 (1) f22.2 (7/8) f12.7 (1/2)
45.0 ≤ Q < 50.0 f28.58 (1-1/8) f22.2 (7/8) f12.7 (1/2)
50.0 ≤ Q < 61.5 f28.58 (1-1/8) f22.2 (7/8) f15.88 (5/8)
61.5 ≤ Q < 73.0 f28.58 (1-1/8) f25.4 (1) f15.88 (5/8)
73.0 ≤ Q ≤ 85.0 f31.75 (1-1/4) f28.58 (1-1/8) f19.05 (3/4)
NOTE:
Refer to “Position of Piping Connection” for the details of the piping connection for the CH-Box.
Use field-supplied reducer in case the field piping and CH-Box piping connection does not match.

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Details of changes to the piping size for connection to the CH-Box are shown below.

CH-AP04MSSX
JCH-AP04MSSX Unit: mm (inch)
Piping Connection Required
Field-Supplied Remarks
Size for CH-Box Pipe Size
f19.05 OD25.4 ID19.05 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/4) (1) (3/4) (2 Size Down)
ɸ22.2 OD25.4 ID22.2
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
Low Pressure ɸ25.4 (7/8) (1) (7/8)
Gas Pipe (A) (1) ɸ25.4
- -
(1)
ɸ28.58 OD25.4 ID28.58
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1-1/8) (1) (1-1/8)
ɸ12.7 OD22.2 ID12.7 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(1/2) (7/8) (1/2) (3 Size Down)
f15.88 OD22.2 ID15.88 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
High/Low →
ɸ22.2 (5/8) (7/8) (5/8) (2 Size Down)
Pressure
(7/8) f19.05 OD22.2 ID19.05
Gas Pipe (B) → Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(3/4) (7/8) (3/4)
ɸ22.2
- -
(7/8)
f9.52 OD12.7 ID9.52
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
ɸ12.7 (3/8) (1/2) (3/8)
Liquid Pipe (C)
(1/2) ɸ12.7
- -
(1/2)

CH-AP08MSSX
JCH-AP08MSSX Unit: mm (inch)
Piping Connection Required
Field-Supplied Remarks
Size for CH-Box Pipe Size
f19.05 OD28.58 ID19.05 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/4) (1-1/8) (3/4) (3 Size Down)
ɸ22.2 OD28.58 ID22.2 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(7/8) (1-1/8) (7/8) (2 Size Down)
Low Pressure ɸ28.58 ɸ25.4 OD28.58 ID25.4
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
Gas Pipe (A) (1-1/8) (1) (1-1/8) (1)
ɸ28.58
- -
(1-1/8)
f34.93 OD28.58 ID34.93
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1-3/8) (1-1/8) (1-3/8)
f15.88 OD22.2 ID15.88 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(5/8) (7/8) (5/8) (2 Size Down)
f19.05 OD22.2 ID19.05
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(3/4) (7/8) (3/4)
High/Low
ɸ22.2 ɸ22.2
Pressure - -
(7/8) (7/8)
Gas Pipe (B)
ɸ25.4 OD22.2 ID25.4
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1) (7/8) (1)
ɸ28.58 OD22.2 ID28.58 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(1-1/8) (7/8) (1-1/8) (2 Size Up)
f9.52 OD12.7 ID9.52
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(3/8) (1/2) (3/8)
ɸ12.7
- -
ɸ12.7 (1/2)
Liquid Pipe (C)
(1/2) f15.88 OD12.7 ID15.88
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(5/8) (1/2) (5/8)
f19.05 OD12.7 ID19.05 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/4) (1/2) (3/4) (2 Size Up)

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 CH-AP12MSSX
JCH-AP12MSSX Unit: mm (inch)
Piping Connection Required
Field-Supplied Remarks
Size for CH-Box Pipe Size
ɸ22.2 OD28.58 ID22.2 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(7/8) (1-1/8) (7/8) (2 Size Down)
ɸ25.4 OD28.58 ID25.4
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
Low Pressure ɸ28.58 (1) (1-1/8) (1)
Gas Pipe (A) (1-1/8) ɸ28.58
- -
(1-1/8)
f34.93 OD28.58 ID34.93
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1-3/8) (1-1/8) (1-3/8)
f19.05 OD25.4 ID19.05 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/4) (1) (3/4) (2 Size Down)
ɸ22.2 OD25.4 ID22.2
High/Low → Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
ɸ25.4 (7/8) (1) (7/8)
Pressure
(1) ɸ25.4
Gas Pipe (B) - -
(1)
ɸ28.58 OD25.4 ID28.58
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1-1/8) (1) (1-1/8)
f9.52 OD15.88 ID9.52 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/8) (5/8) (3/8) (2 Size Down)
ɸ12.7 OD15.88 ID12.7
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
ɸ15.88 (1/2) (5/8) (1/2)
Liquid Pipe (C)
(5/8) f15.88
- -
(5/8)
f19.05 OD15.88 ID19.05
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(3/4) (5/8) (3/4)

CH-AP16MSSX
JCH-AP16MSSX Unit: mm (inch)
Piping Connection Required
Field-Supplied Remarks
Size for CH-Box Pipe Size
ɸ22.2 OD31.75 ID22.2 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(7/8) (1-1/4) (7/8) (3 Size Down)
ɸ25.4 OD31.75 ID25.4 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
Low Pressure ɸ31.75 (1) (1-1/4) (1) (2 Size Down)
Gas Pipe (A) (1-1/4) ɸ28.58 OD31.75 ID28.58
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-1/8)
f31.75
- -
(1-1/4)
f19.05 OD28.58 ID19.05 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/4) (1-1/8) (3/4) (3 Size Down)
ɸ22.2 OD28.58 ID22.2 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
High/Low →
ɸ28.58 (7/8) (1-1/8) (7/8) (2 Size Down)
Pressure
(1-1/8) ɸ25.4 OD28.58 ID25.4
Gas Pipe (B) → Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(1) (1-1/8) (1)
ɸ28.58
- -
(1-1/8)
f9.52 OD19.05 ID9.52 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
(3/8) (3/4) (3/8) (3 Size Down)
ɸ12.7 OD19.05 ID12.7 Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
→
ɸ19.05 (1/2) (3/4) (1/2) (2 Size Down)
Liquid Pipe (C)
(3/4) f15.88 OD19.05 ID15.88
→ Apply Field-Supplied Reducer
(5/8) (3/4) (5/8)
f19.05
- -
(3/4)

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(b) Indoor Unit Side Field Piping Size
● When a branch is located downstream of the CH-Box
Connected Indoor Unit
Gas Pipe (D) Liquid Pipe (E)
Capacity: (Q)
kW mm (inch) mm (inch)
1 1
Q < 16.0 f15.88 (5/8) f9.52 (3/8)
1
Q = 16.0 f19.05 (3/4) f9.52 (3/8)
1. Field flaring work is required. Refer to Section 5.1 for the flaring work.

● When a branch is not located downstream of the CH-Box

Connected Indoor Unit
Gas Pipe (D) Liquid Pipe (E)
Capacity: (Q) Remarks
kW mm (inch) mm (inch)
Use accessory pipe (1) on gas pipe side
Q ≤ 6.3 f12.7 (1/2) f6.35 (1/4) and accessory pipe (2) on liquid pipe side to
decrease the pipe size.
1 1
7.1 ≤ Q ≤ 16.0 f15.88 (5/8) f9.52 (3/8) -
1 Use accessory pipe (3) on gas pipe side to
Q = 22.4 f19.05 (3/4) f9.52 (3/8)
increase the pipe size.
1 Use accessory pipe (4) on gas pipe side to
Q = 28.0 f22.2 (7/8) f9.52 (3/8)
increase the pipe size.
1. Field flaring work is required. Refer to Section 5.1 for the flaring work.

NOTES:
1. When connecting the Gas Pipe (D) and Liquid Pipe (E), reuse the flare nut attached to the
CH-Box.
2. When the connected indoor unit capacity is 6.3kW or less and the piping length exceeds 15m (49ft.),
use 9.52mm (3/8 inch) for the liquid pipe.

NOTICE
In case the piping connection is not used for the indoor unit side piping connection, it must be
sealed using the closed flare nut originally attached. These flare nuts have been tightened by
torque specifications shown below before shipping. Ensure that they are sealed completely.

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 ● Tightening Torque for Flare Nut before shipping
Item Tightening Torque
Gas Pipe Flare Nut 75+7 N●m (55.3+5 ft●lbs)
Liquid Pipe Flare Nut 38+4 N●m (28.0+3 ft●lbs)

NOTICE
1. In case of 8 and 10HP type indoor unit connection:
Up to two 8 and 10HP type indoor units can be connected to the CH-Box within the “Maximum
Total Capacity of All Connected Indoor Units”. Make sure to increase the pipe connection size by
using the appropriate accessory pipe.
2. In case of 8 and 10HP type indoor unit connection:
Only single unit per branch is allowed to be connected.
3. In case the number of indoor unit connection is less and the piping connections are left over:
● Unused piping connections must be sealed using the
closed flare nut originally attached.
It is unnecessary to attach closed-end piping.
Refrigerant leakage is caused by loosened flare nuts. CH-Box
Ensure that they are sealed completely.
Use specified tightening torque according to the table
“Tightening Torque for Flare Nut before shipping”
above.
● Any piping connections can be left over. Example;
4. In case there is plan for additional indoor units in the Use three In case one of the
connection ports. piping connection is
future: unused, ensure the
● Do not plan the piping size for additional indoor closed flare nut originally
attached is secured.
units. Ensure to select the piping again in the future. (For gas and liquid sides)
● Additional indoor units can be connected only after Above figure illustrate the example of CH-AP04MSSX.
the refrigerant is recovered.

(4) Piping Insulation

(a) After the air-tight leakage test, perform insulation work as shown below.

Upstream (Outdoor Unit Side)

Insulation Clamp (Two each)
(Field-Supplied) (Field-Supplied)

High/Low Pressure Gas Pipe

Low Pressure Gas Pipe Clamp
CH-Box
(Accessory)
Liquid Pipe
Insulation
Insulation Insulation
(Field-Supplied) (Accessory)
Insulation
Clamp (Accessory)
(Field-Supplied)
Insulation
(Field-Supplied) Liquid Pipe
Gas Pipe

Downstream (Indoor Unit Side)

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 (b) Insulate gas and liquid pipe separately using the accessory insulation material.
In the event that temperature and humidity levels inside the ceiling exceed 30°C (86oF)/RH, relative
humidity 80%, apply additional insulation materials (approximately 10mm (3/8 inch) thickness) to the
surface of the accessory insulation material to avoid condensation.
(c) Perform cold insulation work by insulating and taping the flare connection and reducer connection.
Also insulate all the refrigerant pipes.

Check that there are no gaps between Check there are no gaps between insulation materials.
the CH-Box and the insulation. If the gaps are occurs, seal the gap with vinyl tape.

Apply by making Insulation Material

contact to the piping. Insulation Material
(Attached to the CH-Box) Insulation
(Attached to the CH-Box)
(Accessory (6))
Insulation
(Field-Supplied)

CH-Box Side
CH-Box Side

Insulation Insulation Material Insulation

(Field-Supplied) (Attached to the CH-Box) (Field-Supplied)
Clamp
Securely fasten cable clamps (Accessory (7))
and the vinyl tape (Field-Supplied). Securely fasten.
Insulation Work for Gas (High/Low Pressure and Low Pressure)
Pipe of Outdoor Unit Side Insulation Work for Gas Pipe of Indoor Unit Side

Check that there are no gaps between Check that there are no gaps between
the CH-Box and the insulation. the CH-Box and the insulation.

Apply by making Insulation Material

contact to the piping. (Attached to the CH-Box)
Insulation Material
Insulation (Attached to the CH-Box)
Insulation
(Field-Supplied)
(Accessory (5))
CH-Box Side

CH-Box Side

Insulation Insulation
(Field-Supplied) (Field-Supplied)
Securely fasten cable clamps Clamp
and the vinyl tape (Field-Supplied). (Accessory (7)) Securely fasten.

Insulation Work for Liquid Pipe of Outdoor Unit Side Insulation Work for Liquid Pipe of Indoor Unit Side

(d) In case there are unused piping connection, ensure Insulation

(Accessory (5), (6))
to apply accessory insulation material to the piping
and flare connections without gaps as shown on Insulate without gaps.

the right figure. (For gas and liquid sides)

Clamp
(Accessory (7)) Securely fasten.

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6. Electrical Wiring

● LOCK ALL ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY SWITCHES IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE INSTALLING
THE UNIT. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY MAY RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
EVEN DEATH.
● Turn off the main power switch to the CH-Box, the indoor unit and the outdoor unit before electrical
wiring work or a periodical check is performed.
● Insulate electrical wiring, condensate piping, and electrical components from threats posed by
burrowing animals and temperature extremes. Failure to do so can over time, deteriorate system
performance.
● Secure the cables. External forces on the terminals could lead to a fire.
● Be sure to attach the cover so that it fits securely on the electrical box without any gaps.
Secure the cover with screws.
● Tighten screws according to the following torque.
M4: 1.0 to 1.3 N.m (0.7 to 1.0 ft.lbs) (TB1, TB2, TB3, TB4)

● Wrap the field-supplied insulation around the wires, and plug the wiring connection hole with the
seal material to protect the product from any condensate water or insects.
● Tightly secure the wires with the cable clamp inside the CH-Box.
● Do not connect the ground wiring to the gas pipe, condensate pipe or lightening conductor.
Gas pipe: An explosion and ignition may occur when gas leaks.
Water pipe: There is no effect of ground wiring when a hard vinyl pipe is used.
Lightning conductor: The ground electric potential abnormally increases when a lightning
conductor is used.

6.1 General Check

(1) Make sure that the field-selected electrical components (main switches, fuses, ELB (Earth Leakage
Breaker), wires, conduit connectors and wire terminals) are properly selected according to the
electrical data indicated in Table 6.1. Make sure that the components comply with National Electrical
Code (NEC).
(2) Communication cable must be a minimum of 18-Gauge, 2-Conductor, Stranded Copper. Shielded
cable must be considered for applications and routing in areas of high EMI and other sources of
potentially excessive electrical noise to reduce the potential for communication errors. When shielded
cabling is applied, proper bonding and termination of the cable shield is required as per HITACHI
guidelines. Plenum and riser ratings for communication cables must be considered per application
and local code requirements.
(3) Use shielded communication cable for communication cable between the indoor and the outdoor unit
(Max. 1,000m (3,281 ft)), and connect the shielded part to the ground screw in the electrical box.
(4) Make sure that the power supply voltage is within ±10% of the rated voltage.
(5) Check the capacity of the electrical wiring. If the power supply capacity is too low, the system cannot
be started due to the voltage drop.
(6) Make sure that the ground wiring is connected.

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6.2 Electrical Wiring Connection
(1) Perform the electrical wiring work for the CH-Boxes. Select the wire size according to the table below.
(2) Pay attention to the marks on the terminal block when connecting wires for CH-Box and I.U./O.U.
Refer to “Example of Electrical Wiring” for the wiring connection on the next page.

Table 6.1 Electrical Data and Recommended Wiring, Breaker Size

1 Earth Leakage
2 Main Switch 3 Minimum Wire Thickness [mm2]
Breaker (ELB)
Earth Maximum
Power Nominal
Model Nominal Nominal Wire 4 Power Source 5 Transmitting Current
Supply Sensitive Fuse
Current Current Size Cable Size Cable Size
Current
[A] [mA] [A] [A] [mm2] EN60 335-1 1 MLFC 2 EN60 335-1 1 MLFC 2 [A]
CH-AP04MSSX
0.2
JCH-AP04MSSX 1/N~, 220-240V, 50Hz
CH-AP08MSSX 1/N~, 220V, 60Hz
1/N~, 230V, 50Hz 0.4
JCH-AP08MSSX
1~, 208-230V, 60Hz* 15 30 15 15 2.0 0.75 0.5 0.75 0.5
CH-AP12MSSX 1~, 220V, 60Hz* 0.6
JCH-AP12MSSX *For Mexico model
CH-AP16MSSX only.
0.8
JCH-AP16MSSX

NOTES:
1) Follow local codes and regulations when selecting field wires.
2) The wire sizes marked with *1 in the above table are selected at the maximum current of the unit according to the
European Standard, EN60 335-1. Use the wires which are not lighter than the ordinary tough rubber sheathed flexible
cord (code designation H05RN-F) or ordinary polychloroprene sheathed flexible cord (code designation H05RN-F).
3) The wire sizes marked with *2 in the above table are selected at the maximum current of the unit according to the
wire, MLFC (Flame Retardant Polyflex Wire) manufactured by Hitachi Cable Ltd., Japan.
4) Use a shielded cable for the transmitting circuit and connect it to ground.
5) In the case that power cables are connected in series, add each unit maximum current and select wires below.
Selection According to EN60 335-1 Selection According to MLFC (at Cable Temperature of 90oC)
Current i (A) Wire Size (mm2) Current i (A) Wire Size (mm2)
i< 6 0.75 i < 15 0.5 *3: In the case that
6 < i < 10 1 15 < i < 19 0.75 current exceeds 63A,
10 < i < 16 1.5 19 < i < 24 1.25 do not connect cables
16 < i < 25 2.5 24 < i < 34 2 in series.
25 < i < 32 4 34 < i < 47 3.5
32 < i < 40 6 47 < i < 63 5.5
40 < i < 63 10 63 < i < 78 8
63 < i *3 78 < i < 113 14
113 < i < 148 22
148 < i < 179 30

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 • Example of Electrical Wiring

The following figure shows an example of electrical wiring around the CH-Boxes.

Outdoor Unit

TB2
H-LINK O.U.-O.U.
1 2 3 4 Connect
communication cable
from outdoor unit
to the outdoor
terminal block (TB2)
in CH-Box.

CH-Box A to L indicate the Indoor Unit number.

CH-AP16MSSX
CH-AP12MSSX CH-Box
CH-AP08MSSX
CH-AP04MSSX PCB1
PCB1 PCB2 PCB3 PCB4 TB2 TB3 TB4
TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB3 TB4 TB3 TB4 TB3 TB4 Outdoor Indoor Indoor
Power Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor Indoor 3 A B C
3 Supply Outdoor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
R/ S/
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P
L1 L2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Connect communication
cable from cooling only
1 indoor unit to the outdoor
Earth 2 terminal block (TB2) in
Outdoor Unit Leakage Main Switch 5 Communication Cable CH-Box.
Power Supply Breaker and Fuse (Non-Polarity)
1~/N 230V/50Hz (DC5V)
1~/N 220-240V/50Hz
ELB S
TB2 TB2 TB2 TB2 TB2
1~/N 220V/60Hz WC WC
WC B A 2 1 B A 2 1 B A 2 1 WC B A 2 1
For Mexico 1~, 208-230V/50Hz WC B A 2 1
model only. 1~, 220V/60Hz 4 Power Supply Wiring
Indoor Unit A Indoor Unit B Indoor Unit L 1 Indoor Unit L2
Communication Cable Cooling Only Indoor Unit
(Non-Polarity) When multiple indoor units are connected to the same branch of CH-Box,
(DC5V)
the operation mode (cooling/heating) for the indoor units will be the same.
WC: Wired Controller

NOTES:
1. Do not apply excessive voltage to the communication cable DC5V (non-polarity) between the outdoor
unit and the CH-Box, between the CH-Box and the indoor unit or between CH-Boxes.
2. Use 2-Conductor shielded communication cable for the communication cable. (Do not use 3-Conductor
cable or over.)
3. Connect the communication cable for the outdoor unit to terminals “1” and “2” on TB2 in the CH-Box.
4. Connect the communication cable for the indoor unit exclusively for cooling operation to the terminal “1”
and “2” on TB2 in the CH-Box.
5. For a CH-Box in the same refrigerant cycle, an electrical power supply can be supplied by one main
switch.
6. Do not connect the power supply line (220-240V/220V/230V) to the terminal block for transmission line.
7. Connect the ground wiring for the outdoor/indoor units and CH-Box. When ground resistance is less
than 100 ohms, ground wiring work should be performed by the qualified electrician.
8. Do not run the communication cables along with power supply wirings in the CH-Box.
Separate communication cables from the power supply wirings.

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 6.3 Electrical Wiring
The electrical wiring connection for the CH-Box is shown in Figure 6.1.
(1) Turn OFF the main power switch and take off the electrical box cover of CH-Box.
(2) Connect the power supply wiring to L1 and L2 on the terminal block TB1, and connect ground wiring to
the terminals in the electrical box.
(3) Connect the communication cable between the outdoor unit and CH-Box to TB2 of the CH-Box.
Connect the communication cable between the CH-Box and indoor unit to TB3 and TB4 of the
CH-Box.
Ensure that the communication cable between the CH-Box and indoor unit is connected to the same
letter as piping connection. (Tightening Torque: 1.0 to 1.3 N.m (0.7 to 1.0 ft.lbs))
Refer to “Example of Electrical Wiring” for the wiring connection.
(4) Tightly clamp the wires using the cable clamp inside the electrical box.
(5) Make sure the communication cables outside the electrical box does not touch sharp edges by
securing with clamp (accessory (7)).
(6) Attach the electrical box cover after completing the wiring work.

Terminal Blocks for Communication

Ground Terminal between CH-Box and Indoor Unit

Terminal Block
PCN1 PCN2 PCN1 PCN2 PCN1 PCN2

for Power Supply TB1 PCB1 PCB2 PCB3

LED10 LED10 LED10
CN1

CN1

CN1
LED11 LED11 LED11
LED2

LED2

LED2
LED12 LED12 LED12
LED1

LED1

LED1
LED13 LED13 LED13
CN2

CN2

CN2
LED14 LED14 LED14

LED15 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7 LED15 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7 LED15 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7
CN3

CN3

CN3
TP DSW1 DSW2 DSW3 TP DSW1 DSW2 DSW3 TP DSW1 DSW2 DSW3
ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON

LED16 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 2
LED16 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 2
LED16 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 2

TB2
CN11 CN11 CN11
LED17 LED17 LED17
LED3

LED3

LED3
Wire Clip
CN4

CN4

CN4
DSW5

DSW6

DSW7

DSW8

DSW5

DSW6

DSW7

DSW8

DSW5

DSW6

DSW7

DSW8
ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON

1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2

(Use to
CN12 CN12 CN12
CN5

CN5

CN5
ON ON ON
DSW4

DSW4

DSW4
1 2 1 2 1 2

route wiring)
CN6

CN6

CN6
TB3 TB4 TB3 TB4 TB3 TB4
CN9 CN10 CN9 CN10 CN9 CN10

CN7 CN8 CN7 CN8 CN7 CN8

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

A B C D E F G H I J K L

Cable Clamp Cable Clamp Cable Clamp Cable Clamp

Clamp Clamp Clamp

(Accessory (7)) (Accessory (7)) (Accessory (7))
Communication Cable
Communication cable between
the outdoor unit and CH-Box.

Power Supply Wiring Connection Control Wiring Connection

(φ26mm [1 inch]) (3 x φ26mm [1 inch])

Screw Size Tightening Torque

TB1 Terminal Block for Power Supply Cable M4 1.0 ~ 1.3 N.m
TB2 Terminal Block for Communication Cable M3.5 0.7 ~ 0.9 N.m
TB3, TB4 Terminal Block for Communication Cable M4 1.0 ~ 1.3 N.m

Above figure illustrate the example of CH-AP12MSSX.

Number of PCBs are different depending on model number.
Refer to the following table.
PCB1 PCB2 PCB3 PCB4
CH-AP06MSSX
CH-AP08MSSX
CH-AP12MSSX
CH-AP16MSSX

NOTE:
The accessory numbers are listed in Table 4.1.
Figure 6.1 Electrical Wiring Connection

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 6.4 Setting of DIP Switches
DSWs on the PCB1 are set before shipping as shown below and no setting is required.

Connection Ports
for Indoor Unit
A B C D M N O P
Table 6.2 Cross reference table of DIP switch settings and connection ports for indoor unit.
CH-AP16MSSX
Models CH-AP12MSSX JCH-AP16MSSX
PCB1 PCB4
CH-AP04MSSX CH-AP08MSSX JCH-AP12MSSX
DSW1 DSW1
JCH-AP04MSSX JCH-AP08MSSX
DSW2 DSW2
DSW3 DSW3
Connection ports for indoor unit A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P
DSW5 DSW6 DSW5 DSW6 PCB No. PCB1 PCB2 PCB3 PCB4
DSW4 DSW7 DSW4 DSW7 DSW2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
DSW8 DSW8 DSW5~8 DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW DSW
5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8
DSW4~8 Fuse Recover
In the case of applying high voltage to terminals of TB2, TB3 or TB4, the 0.5A
DSW1 DSW2 Connection Port Setting DSW3 fuse on the PCB is open. In such a case, first reconnect the wiring correctly
This setting is required. to the terminal block, and then set the No.1 pin to ON.
No setting is required. When the connection port is not used, turn ON No setting is required. DSW4 (for TB2) DSW5~8 (for TB3 and TB4)
the applicable pin shown in the table 6.2.
Factory Setting Fuse Recover Factory Setting Fuse Recover
ON ON (Example) ON
When connection port "D" is ON ON ON ON
123456 1234 not used, turn ON 12 12 12 12 12
DSW2-No.4 pin on PCB1.

NOTE
The “n” mark indicates the position of DIP switches. Figures show setting before shipment.

NOTICE
All indoor and outdoor units must be shut down prior to attempting to make DIP Switch adjustments,
otherwise, the settings will not take effect.

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7. Test Run

NOTICE
Refrigerant piping and connecting wires should be connected to the same refrigerant cycle system.
If they are connected to the dissimilar refrigerant cycle systems, a malfunction may occur.

● Special Attention Regarding Refrigerant Gas Leakage

The refrigerant R410A is non-toxic and inflammable in its original state.
However, in consideration of a state where the refrigerant leaks into the room, measures against
refrigerant leaks must be taken in small rooms where the tolerable level could be exceeded.
Take countermeasures by installing ventilation devices,etc.
< Calculation of Refrigerant Concentration >
(1) Calculate the total quantity of refrigerant R (kg) charged in the system connecting all the indoor units
of rooms to be air-conditioned.
(2) Calculate the room Volume V (m3) of each room.
(3) Calculate the refrigerant concentration C (kg/m3) of the room according to the following equation.

R: Total Quantity of Charged Refrigerant (kg)

V: Room Volume (m3) = C: Refrigerant Concentration
< 0.42 (kg/m3) for R410A

250

Range below the

200 density
limit of 0.42kg/m3
Room Volume (m3)

(Countermeasures
Not Needed)
150

Range above the limit of

100 0.42kg/m3
(Countermeasures Needed)

50

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150

Total Quantity Charged of Refrigerant (kg)

Perform a test run according to the “Installation and Maintenance Manual” of the outdoor unit.

● Do not operate the system until all the check points are cleared.
(A) Check to ensure that the electrical resistance is more than 1 megohm by measuring the
resistance between ground and the terminal block in the electrical box. If not, do not operate
the system until the electrical leakage is found and repaired.
(B) Check to ensure that the stop valves of the outdoor unit are fully opened, and then start the
system.
(C) Apply power to the outdoor unit(s) at least 12 hours prior to operation of the system for
preheating of the compressor oil.
● Pay attention to the following items while the system is running.
(A) Do not touch any of the parts by hand at the discharge gas side, since the compressor
chamber and the pipes at the discharge side are heated higher than 90°C (194°F).

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 Table 7.1 Alarm Code

Code Category Content of Abnormality Leading Cause

Incorrect Wiring, Loose Terminals, Disconnected
Abnormal Communication between
03 Communication Communication Cable, Blowout of Fuse, Indoor Unit Power
Indoor Units and Outdoor Units
OFF
2 or More CH-Boxes are Connected between
C1 Incorrect CH-Box Connection
Outdoor Unit and Indoor Unit
9 or More Indoor Units Connected to Single Branch Type CH-Box
C2 Incorrect Indoor Unit Connection Number 7 or More Indoor Units Connected per a Branch of Multiple
Branch Type CH-Box
CH-Box Incorrect Indoor Unit Refrigerant Number Indoor Units of Different Refrigerant Cycle Number are
C3
Setting Connected to CH-Box
Incorrect Connection between Ch-Box and
C4 This Outdoor Unit is not compatible with this CH-Box.
Outdoor Units
Indoor Unit is connected to a port that is set to not used for
C5 Incorrect Connection Port Setting
Multiple Branch Type CH-Box.

8. Safety and Control Device Setting

CH-Box
CH-AP04MSSX, CH-AP08MSSX,
CH-AP12MSSX, CH-AP16MSSX
Model
JCH-AP04MSSX, JCH-AP08MSSX,
JCH-AP12MSSX, JCH-AP16MSSX
For Control Circuit
Fuse A 5

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