PACKAGED TERMINAL

AIR CONDITIONER/HEAT PUMP

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & OWNER'S MANUAL

EZ42/EZDR

ATTENTION INSTALLATION PROFESSIONAL

As a professional installer you have an obligation to know the product better than the customer. This includes all safety
precautions and related items.
Prior to actual installation, thoroughly familiarize yourself with this instruction manual. Pay special attention to all safety
warnings.
Often during installation or repair it is possible to place yourself in a position which is more hazardous than when the unit
is in operation.
Remember, it is your responsibility to install the product safely and to know it well enough to be able to instruct a customer
in its safe use.
Safety is a matter of common sense, a matter of thinking before acting. Most dealers have a list of specific good safety
practices, follow them.
The precautions listed in this Installation Manual are intended as supplemental to existing practices. However, if there is
a direct conflict between existing practices and the content of this manual, the precautions listed here take precedence.

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CONTENTS IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE SERVICER
UNIT FEATURES........................................................................3 Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the specific
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................... 5 items which must be adhered to before attempting to
service this unit. The precautions listed in this Installation
WIRING ........................................................................................9
Manual are intended as supplemental to existing
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................... 10 practices. However, if there is a direct conflict between
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING....................................... 12 existing practices and the content of this manual, the
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDSAND CONDITION ............. 14 precautions listed here take precedence.
DIAGNOSTIC CODES ......................................................... 15
TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................................................ 16 RECOGNIZE THIS SYMBOL
AS A SAFETY PRECAUTION
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Before using this manual, check the serial plate for proper
WARNING
THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
model identification. ANY INJURY OR PROPERTY, DAMAGE ARISING FROM
IMPROPER SERVICE OR SERVICE PROCEDURES. IF YOU
The installation and servicing of this equipment must be INSTALL OR PERFORM SERVICE ON THIS UNIT, YOU
performed by qualified, experienced technicians only. ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT, MANY
Due to our policy of continual product improvement, the JURISDICTIONS REQUIRE A LICENSE TO INSTALL OR
right is reserved to change specifications and design SERVICE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT.
without notice.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE OWNER WARNING

This manual is to be used by qualified, professionally trained HIGH VOLTAGE
HVAC technicians only. The manufacturer does not assume DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR
any responsibility for property damage or personal injury for INSTALLING THIS UNIT. MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY
improper service procedures or services performed by an BE PRESENT, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
unqualified Person.

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UNIT FEATURES • High Pressure Protection - The unit shuts off
This unit has many features which are different than automatically when the pressure in the system is over 638
those found on conventional PTAC units. The servicer psi, and within 10 minutes after the compressor turns off,
must be familiar with these features in order to properly the unit will restart when the pressure falls back below 551
handle the unit. psi. This protection can effectively avoid bursting and
• LCDI Cords - Underwriters Laboratories and the leakage of pipes, lessen system failures and prolong
National Electric Code (NEC) now require power service life.
cords that sense current leakage and can open the • Failure Tolerance - If the unit is in protection mode less
electrical circuit to the unit on units rated at 250 volts than 4 times in one hour, the accumulation times will reset
or less. In the event that unit does not operate, check to avoid system failure. Only when the unit enters protection
the reset button located on or near the head of the mode more than 4 times in one hour, the system will fail to
power cord as part of the normal troubleshooting restart automatically and need manual restarting.
procedure. • Standard Physical Dimensions - The EZ42 and EZDR
series PTAC’s both have the same dimensions (42" wide x
16" high x 13-3/4" deep).
• Weather Protected Electrical Components - Vital
electrical components are protected from the weather by
locating them on the indoor side of the weather barrier.
• Highly Featured Microprocessor Controls -
LCDI power Cord Microprocessor controls are programmed to interface with
the temperature sensors to maximize comfort conditions for
• Automatic 3-minute compressor lockout - After the room occupant and provides many outstanding features.
the compressor cycles off, it will not restart for three Thermistors are used to sense small changes in
minutes. temperature to give excellent room control and allow the
• Random restart delay - To help eliminate power microprocessor to monitor and react to changing conditions.
surges after a power outage, the unit is equipped • Automatic Emergency Heat on Heat Pump Units -
with a two- to four-minute random restart delay Automatically uses electric resistance heat if the heat pump
feature. Whenever the unit is plugged in with the output is not sufficient to maintain selected room
master switch turned on and the mode switch set in temperature.
the cool or heat mode, a random restart will occur. A • High-Temperature Heat Pump Operation
random restart condition can be avoided by setting Protection - Automatically protects the compressor if the
the mode switch in the fan only or off position before heat pump is operated with high indoor coil
applying power to the unit. temperatures. Power to the outdoor fan and the
compressor are turned off if the indoor coil gets too hot
• Indication LEDs - The touch pad has LEDs that
during heat pump operation to prevent damage to the
correspond to fan operation and to indicate unit
compressor.
status. The LEDs next to the ON/OFF, FAN, COOL,
and HEAT selections indicate which operational
mode is active.

AUTO

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• Permanently Lubricated Fan Motors - All units Overall unit efficiency over standard PTAC’s is
have two fan motors for quiet operation and approximately 3% improvement. The compressor/de-
maximum operating efficiency. humidification process is controlled by a humidistat
Motors are permanently lubricated to reduce (factory set at 50% RH), which is monitoring the
maintenance and totally enclosed to keep dirt and outdoor relative humidity level and is adjustable by a
water out of the motor windings. qualified servicer. When the outdoor humidity level
• Indoor Fan Speed Selections LOW/HIGH - Unit raises above 50% RH, the compressor and
may be operated in low fan speed or high fan speed. dehumidification process starts. Below 50% RH,
compressor operation and dehumidification is
• Rotary Compressor - Smoother operation for quiet,
dependable service and high efficiency. stopped, however, fan operation continues to provide
up to 55 CFM of outdoor air into the space.
• Indoor Coil Frost Control - Prevents indoor coil from
freezing. Frost can form on the indoor coil when the unit is UNIT ACCESSORIES
operated in cooling when outdoor temperature is low. The
unit automatically shuts the compressor off until the This unit is designed for through-the-wall installation
indoor coil temperature warms to the point where in new or existing buildings. To complete the
frosting will no longer occur, then restarts the
installation of this PTAC, an insulated wall sleeve
compressor.
and an outdoor grille (either the stamped aluminum
grille or the architectural grille) are required.
WARNING The chassis and the cabinet front are shipped in one
HIGH VOLTAGE carton. Optional accessories to complete a particular
DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR
installation include the following:
INSTALLING THIS UNIT. MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY
BE PRESENT, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Power Switch Kit
Wall Sleeve Kit
DR.PTAC INFORMATION
Key Lock Kit Drain Kit
The Dr.PTAC system is an add on component to our Filter Kit
standard PTAC unit to provide conditioned make up Hard Wire Kit
air into a space through the PTAC unit by providing Wire Harness Kit
up to 55 CFM of outdoor air 24/7 by forced fan and Architectural Grille Kit
cycling dehumidifier compressor based on outdoor Stamped Louver Kit
relative humidity levels. LCDI Power Cord
Dr.PTAC is a two-stage system: The primary unit is Wireless IR Antenna
responsible for control of Sensible Heat that is Wireless IR Thermostat
introduced into the room via make up air temperature Electric And Non Electric Sub Base Kit
and thermal load of the occupants. The secondary
unit is primarily a dehumidification unit that provides NOTE: Consult sales literature for the appropriate
up to 55 CFM of outside fresh air into the room. The voltage and amperage selections, if applicable.
correction of the Sensible Temperature comes from
the main PTAC unit, which provides additional
dehumidification with temperature correction.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure that the unit operates safely and efficiently, it must be installed, operated and maintained according to these
installation and operating instructions and all local codes and ordinances or, in their absence, with the latest edition of
the National Electric Code. The proper installation of this unit is described in the following sections. Following the steps in
the order presented should ensure proper installation.

WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR
INSTALLING THIS UNIT. MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY
BE PRESENT, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

WALL SLEEVE ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)

Welded Integrated Wall Sleeve
The wall sleeve features an aesthetically pleasing appearance and sturdy construction (refer to Fig 1.).
Customers can purchase the Wall Sleeve together with the unit. See wall sleeve assembly instructions below:

PACKAGE CONTEN TS
WEATHER BOARD
STEP 4. LOCATE TOP PANEL
TOP PANEL AND ALIGN WITH TOP OF RIGHT
AND LEFT SIDE PANELS. FULLY
INSERT TOP PANEL INTO RIGHT
LEFT SIDE AND LEFT PANELS UNTIL
RIGHT SIDE
PANEL LOCKING TABS ENGAGE.
PANEL

BOTTOM PANEL
PUSH PINS

STEP 1. SET BOTTOM PANEL ON A

CLEAN FLAT AND LEVEL SURFACE.

STEP 2. LOCATE LEFT SIDE PANEL. ALIGN

PANEL IN THE LEFT BOTTOM PANEL SLOT.
FULLY INSERT LEFT PANEL INTO BOTTOM
PANEL UNTIL LOCKING TABS ENGAGE.

STEP 5. (IF REQUIRED) LOCATE WEATHER BOARD AND ATTACH

TO THE INSIDE REAR OF THE ASSEMBLED SLEEVE WITH FOUR
(4) SUPPLIED PUSH PINS. REMOVE WEATHER BOARD PUSH
PINS AT TIME OF AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION.
1 3

STEP 3. LOCATE RIGHT SIDE PANEL.

ALIGN PANEL IN THE RIGHT BOTTOM
PANEL SLOT. FULLY INSERT RIGHT
PANEL INTO BOTTOM PANEL UNTIL
LOCKING TABS ENGAGE. 2 4
REAR VIEW
WEEP HOLES

Fig 1

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 Width:
SLEEVE INSTALLATION Fit approximately 3 stud spaces.
Wall sleeve location
When making the wall opening, please observe the
following requirements:
A) The air inlet and outlet should be unblocked and the air
can be delivered to every corner of the room.
B) Install the unit in places that are away from heat source
or sources of flammable gases.
C) Do not install the unit in places that are subject to
excessive dust.
D) Do not install the unit in places were the operational
noise and exhausted air might disturb your neighbor.
E) There should be sufficient space around the unit to
facilitate maintenance and repairs (refer to Figs 2 and 3).
Chart 2
minimum finished
sleeve dimensions
opening dimensions
Height width height width depth
NO. 1 16-1/4" 42-1/2" 13-3/4"
16" 42"
NO. 2 16-1/4" 42-1/4" (16"/18"/24")
NOTE: NO.1 means using field supplied sleeve angles
NO.2 means not using field supplied sleeve angles
In order for condensate water to drain properly inside the
unit, the sleeve must be installed properly:
• Level from right-to-left
• A slight downward pitch from the indoor side to
the outdoor side as shown below (Fig 5)
• Fasten the wall sleeve (Fig 6)

Chart 1
Dimensions Recommended installation clearance
Projection of case into room - 1/2" minimum, up to1-3/4"
D1 maximum without use of electrical sub-base.
Note: 2-3/8" minimum when sub-base is used. Fig 5. Proper Sleeve Tilt
Height above finished floor or top of carpet:
D2 1/2"minimum, 2" recommended without sub-base,
3" minimum with sub-base.
Preparation of the wall
The sleeve should be installed during construction and
lintels should be used to support the block above the wall
sleeve. The sleeve can not support the load of
bricks/blocks.
For existing construction, a wall opening must be
created; proper dimensions are necessary to avoid use of
fillers or additional framing. The sleeve is modular in
height and width (refer to Fig 4 and Chart 2).
Height:
Fig 6. Wall Sleeve Anchors
Fits 2 courses concrete block
Fits 6 courses standard brick
Fits 5 courses jumbo brick

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 OUTDOOR GRILLE (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) 4. Secure the chassis to the wall sleeve using three screws
on each side of the chassis to ensure a proper seal
An outside grille must be installed to direct air flow for between the chassis and the wall sleeve. The screws are
proper unit operation and also protect the outdoor coil. The supplied in a plastic bag.
grille must be installed before installing the chassis.
When replacing an old chassis with an existing grille or IMPORTANT NOTES:
using a specialized grille in a new installation, please
1. The unit is equipped with a rubber grommet-mounted
check with Islandaire engineering to determine if the new
compressor. These grommets are factory set and
chassis should be used with the non-standard
require no adjustment.
specialized grille. An improper outdoor grille can decrease
cooling or heating capacity, increase energy usage and 2. Check the indoor and outdoor grilles for obstructions to
shorten compressor life and possibly void the warranty. air flow. The unit must be located where curtains, furniture,
trees, or other objects do not block the air flow to and
Flush Stamped Louver from the unit. If air is obstructed and/or deflected back
into the unit, the air conditioner compressor may cycle
on and off rapidly. This could damage the compressor or
possibly void the warranty.

FRONT REMOVAL
Architectural Louver 1. Grasp the cabinet front.

CHASSIS INSTALLATION
1. Remove the cabinet front from the chassis as described
in Front Removal.
2. Insert the chassis into the wall sleeve.

Cabinet Front Removal (View 1)

2. Pull the bottom of the cabinet front away from the

chassis until the retaining clips disengage.

3. Slide the chassis into the wall sleeve until the chassis
flanges contact the front edge of the wall sleeve.

Cabinet Front Removal (View 2)

3. Lift the cabinet front off the chassis. Reverse this

procedure to reinstall the cabinet front.

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DR.PTAC UNITS (EZDR Series)
Only on EZDR units (these units are equipped with the Make-up Air Dehumidifier option) - Perform the
following steps prior to turning on unit for the first time to activate this option:

STEP 1:

STEP 2:

TURN ON
DR. PTAC
ACTIVATION SWITCH
* IMPORTANT NOTES FOR PEFORMANCE TESTING!
1. Activation Plate must be installed during Performance Testing in order to obtain accurate test
results.
2. DIP Switch 8 on the Main Board must be set to ON (Constant Fan) position during testing (refer to
DIP Switch Settings paragraph on page 11).
3. The DR. PTAC Activation Switch must be in the OFF position when Activation Plate is installed.
4. Set fan speed to maximum speed (High).

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 Operating Voltage
WIRING Unit Voltage Voltage Utilization Range

Cord connection to a wall socket is not permitted for 265V Rating Minimum Maximum
units. All 265V units must be hard-wired using the hard 230/ 208 197 253
wire kit or make use of the plug-in receptacle in the 265 238 292
standard sub-base. Chart 3 -Operating Voltage
230~208V units are equipped with LCDI power cords and
can open the electrical circuit to the unit. In the event the
unit does not operate, check the reset button located on
or near the head of the power cord as part of the normal
trouble shooting procedure.

WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR
INSTALLING THIS UNIT. MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY
BE PRESENT, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT SERVICE THIS UNIT WITHOUT FIRST SHUTTING OFF
THE POWER TO THE UNIT FROM THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
AND/OR REMOVING THE UNIT CORD SET PLUG FROM THE Fig 7. Receptacles/Sub-bases
WALL OUTLET.

WARNING
TO AVOID THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR FIRE, USE ONLY COPPER CONDUCTORS.

WARNING
TO AVOID THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR FIRE, DO NOT INSTALL WITH POWER CORD
STRETCHED OR UNDER A STRAIN AS THIS MAY CREATE
LOOSE PLUG/RECEPTACLE CONNECTION.

WARNING
TO AVOID THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, WIRING TO
THE UNIT MUST BE PROPERLY POLARIZED AND
GROUNDED.

WARNING
TO AVOID PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH DUE TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS UNIT.

WARNING
THIS AIR CONDITIONER IS NOT MEANT TO PROVIDE
UNATTENDED COOLING OR LIFE SUPPORT FOR PERSONS
OR ANIMALS WHO ARE UNABLE REACT TO THE FAILURE
OF THIS PRODUCT.

THE FAILURE OF AN UNATTENDED AIR CONDITIONER MAY

RESULT IN EXTREME HEAT IN THE CONDITIONED SPACE
CAUSING OVERHEATING OR DEATH OF PERSONS OR
ANIMALS.

VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS
Once the unit is properly wired, measure the unit supply Fig 8. Wall Mounted Thermostat Wiring
voltage. Voltage must fall within the voltage utilization
range given in Chart 3.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARM button
Press this button to set room
temperature warmer.
Digital display
In normal operation, it indicates Receiver of IR remote controller
room TEMP; When pressing WARM signal (behind front panel).
or COOL button, it indicates TEMP
setting. In timer operation, it
indicates timer setting. In failure
operation, it indicates failure code.
COOL button
Press this button to set room
temperature cooler.
Operation mode indicator lamps
When the unit operates in heat,
cool or fan mode, the correspond- AUTO Fan speed indicator lamp.
ing indicator lamp will be active.

ON/OFF button
Press this button to turn the
unit ON or OFF.

MODE button FAN SPEED button

Press this button to select either cool, Press this button to select fan speed
fan or heat operational mode. (low, high or auto).

Fig 9. Use of Unit-Mounted Control Panel

MODE INDICATOR o TEMP INDICATOR

FAN SPEED INDICATOR
TIMER DISPLAY
HOLD INDICATOR
TEMP UP/DWN
POWER MODE MODE
FAN SPEED SET FAN TIMER TIMER ON/OFF
HOLD HOLD MIN HOUR TIMER ADJUST
°C/°F CLOCK ADJUST

°C/°F SET

Fig 10. Use of Hand-Held Remote Controller

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COOL/FAN/HEAT MODE OPERATION 3) Remote thermostat change: In standby off mode, press
PROCEDURE MODE and + buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds, the
buzzer will chime and LED display reads " " or " ".
Control Panel:
: unit control panel has control of unit.
 Press the ON/OFF button.
: wall thermostat has control of unit.
 Press the MODE button, select the operation mode:
c o o l / f a n / heat. LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION
 Press + or - button to set your desired temperature. The A standard feature of the Islandaire electronic control
setting temperature range is 60 - 90 °F (16 - 32 °C). system is the ’Low Temperature Protection’ option. If an
 Press the FAN button, to set your desired air flow rate: indoor temperature of 50 °F (or below) is detected, the
low/high/auto. heat cycle will automatically activate (even if the unit is
in the OFF position). While the ’Low Temperature
Remote Controller:
Protection’ feature is activated, the letters ‘LO’ will be
● Press the Power button on the remote controller displayed. The heat cycle will continue until the room
pointing toward the packaged terminal air conditioner. temperature reaches 55 °F, at which time the unit will
satisfy and shut down.
● Press the MODE button to select the operation mode:
Cool/Fan/Heat. ‘LO” indicates that the
Low Temperature Protection
● Press TEMP UP or TEMP DOWN button to set your feature is activated
desired temperature. The setting temperature range is
61 - 88 °F (16 - 31 °C).
● Press the FAN button to set your desired air flow rate
(Auto/High/Low).
Clock Setting (Remote Controller)
When battery cells are inserted, the default time is
automatically set to “12:00” (note that clock is 24 hour AUTO
format). Press the MIN button to set to current time.
Timer Setting (Remote Controller)
 To adjust the timer setting, use the HOUR button
to select operation time (1 to 12 hours of
Note: Cutting power to the unit or setting DIP Switch #5 (located on the
operation).
Main Board) to OFF position can interrupt unit function while the ’Low
 Press the TIMER ON/OFF button to enable/disable Temperature Protection’ feature is activated.
timer function.
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
SERVICE SETTINGS (Control Panel)
A DIP switch is located on the Main Control Board, as
1) Temperature Unit key: Press + and - buttons shown in the diagram below. Settings are unit-specific,
simultaneously for 3 seconds, the temperature is shifted depending on equipped options.
between Centigrade and Fahrenheit units on the display.
2) Temperature setting limiting: Press + and FAN
SPEED buttons simultaneously to enter the maximum and
minimum temperature settings (see Chart 3). R1~R8 will
1: Hydronic
display every 3 seconds. Release the two keys to ensure 2:
3:
Heat Pump
Electric Heat
4: Gas Heat
the setting is effective and the set values will remain for 5 5: Freeze Protect
6: Restart
seconds. The temperature setting range is between 7:
8:
Reserved
Fan CON/CYC for
heating
60 °F ~ 90 °F by default.
ON ON ECE
Chart 3. Temperature Setting Limiting Fan Con/Cyc for
S1
heating
1 2 3456 78

R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 R7 R8

Heating Temperature Limits(°F)

86 86 90 74 92 90 72 90
Cooling Temperature Limits(°F)

63 65 72 72 67 69 68 60

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DEHUMIDIFIER OPERATION The vent control allows outside air to be drawn into the
(EZDR Series) conditioned area. This outside air can provide ventilation
On EZDR units, the dehumidifier unit has a two-position when the blower is operating, but it will increase the
switch (Lo - 35 CFM / Hi - 55 CFM). The factory default heating or cooling load and operating costs.
setting is 35 CFM for 7k BTU units (unless otherwise To obtain access to the vent control:
specified on the sales order) and 55 CFM for all other 1. Remove the cabinet front (see Front Removal).
BTU units. Set the switch to the desired CFM. 2. Remove the shipping screw (if installed) from the vent
door.
3. Remove the label (if present) from over the vent control
lever on the left side of the chassis.
4. Rotate the vent control lever to either open or close
the damper.

VENTILATION CONTROL
The ventilation control lever is located at left side of unit,
behind the front panel.
NOTE: The vent door shipping tape must be removed
before using vent control lever (see Fig 11 and Fig 12).
When in CLOSE position, only the air inside the room is
circulated and filtered.
When in OPEN position, some outdoor air will be drawn
into room, this will reduce heating or cooling efficiency.

Fig 13. Vent Door Lever Positions

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR
Shipping Tape INSTALLING THIS UNIT. MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES MAY
BE PRESENT, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PROPERTY
Fig 11. Shipping Tape Location DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

MONTHLY MAINTENANCE AND

CLEANING
Remove shipping Intake Air Filters
screw if present
To properly maintain the operational performance of
your PTAC unit, it is extremely important that the inlet
air filters be cleaned once per month or more often if
operated in dusty or dirty locations or conditions. The
intake air filters are constructed of durable
polypropylene. The air intake filters can be easily
inserted into the cabinet front, using the filter guides.
Fig 12. Shipping Screw Location Before cleaning the intake filter, turn the unit off by
setting the mode switch to the OFF position. Filter
should be cleaned as required.

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The following procedure is used to remove the intake
filter:
1. Grasp each filter by its molded handle, located on the
front edge of the front, below the discharge grille.
2. Pull the filter straight up and remove.
3. Clean filter with vacuum or with running water.
Reverse this procedure to reinstall the filter

Filter is removed by
grasping the filter's top and
gently pulling up

Front removal is not

necessary to remove the
filter
YEARLY MAINTENANCE AND
CLEANING
NOTE: Use a mild biodegradable detergent when
cleaning the unit. Special care must be taken to protect
the unit's control board and other electrical components
from getting any water on them while cleaning. The use of
harsh or caustic cleaning agents or materials such as
bleach or coil cleaners that are not designed for PTAC
products will cause damage or deterioration of the
Vent Screen aluminum fin or coil material and is not recommended.
Care must be taken not to bend the aluminum fin stock.
Before cleaning the vent screen, disconnect power to the
Routine Scheduled Maintenance
unit by unplugging the power cord at the wall outlet or
subbase, or disconnect power at the fuse box or circuit To achieve continuing top performance and high
breaker. If unit is operated with vent door closed, the vent efficiency, establish a “once a year" cleaning/inspection
screen does not need to be cleaned. schedule for the unit. Take the unit out of the sleeve and
thoroughly clean and rinse. Be sure to include in the
1. Remove the cabinet front as described in Front
yearly cleaning the evaporator coil, condenser coil, base
Removal.
pan, and drain passages.
2. Remove the six screws securing the chassis to the wall
Scheduled maintenance can be accomplished by either
sleeve.
qualified local maintenance staff or by an authorized
3. Slide the chassis out of the wall sleeve far enough so servicer. They must follow the instructions described in
that the vent screen is accessible. this manual.
4. Clean the vent screen, slide the chassis back into the
Adverse Operating Conditions Maintenance
wall sleeve, secure it in place with six screws and
reinstall the front cabinet. Units operating in dusty or corrosive locations; i.e.,
dusty construction site or sea coast, must be cleaned
Cabinet Front more often. A minimum of four (4) times a year will
The cabinet front and discharge air grille can be cleaned maintain proper operational conditions and protect unit
with a water dampened cloth. Under no circumstances components.
should hydrocarbon-based cleaners (e.g., acetone,
Wall sleeve
benzene, naphtha gasoline, etc.) or ammonia based
cleaners be used to clean the front or air grilles. Use care Clean the wall sleeve while cleaning the unit. The
when cleaning the control area. caulking around the sleeve should be checked to make
sure that any potential air and water openings around
EZDR Units – Dehumidifier Filter Cleaning the sleeve are properly sealed. The wall sleeve's level
On EZDR Series units, the dehumidifier filter requires should also be rechecked. Proper leveling for most
periodic cleaning (quarterly is recommended, more installations are a 1/4 bubble tilt to the outside and level
frequently if located in dusty or corrosive environment). from right to left. Contact your sales person for detailed
The filter can be cleaned with water. See figure below for maintenance or cleaning instructions.
filter location.

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 WARNING Clearance Check
Clearances around the unit should also be checked to
DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL GRADE COIL CLEANERS.
SOME OF THESE CLEANERS MAY CONTAIN ETHYLENE make sure that the intake air and discharge air paths
DIAMINE TETRACETIC ACID (EDTA) WHICH CAN SHORTEN have not become blocked or restricted. A minimum of
THE LIFE OF THE CONDENSER COIL. eight inches clearance is needed from unit to furniture,
beds, or other objects for proper operation. Restricted
discharge or intake air will reduce the unit's operational
performance. In severe airflow restrictions damage can
WARNING occur to unit components such as the compressor,
HIGH PRESSURE AND HIGH TEMPERATURE CLEANING IS
electric heater or fan motor.
NOT RECOMMENDED.

DOING SO COULD DAMAGE THE ALUMINUM FIN STOCK

AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS
AND CONDITIONS
Base pan and Condenser coil
Water trickling sounds
Before cleaning the base pan and condenser coil, turn
OFF unit mode switch and disconnect power to the unit. Water is picked up and distributed over the coil. This
improves the efficiency and helps with water removal.
To disconnect power, either unplug the power cord at the
wall outlet or subbase, or disconnect power at the fuse box Water dripping
or circuit breaker. Water will collect in the base pan during high humidity
1. Create a water tight seal by tightly covering the entire days. This can cause overflow and drip from the outside
control panel area and fan motor with plastic. Creating this of the unit.
seal prevents water from entering the control area or the
fan motor and damaging the unit. Air sounds
2. Spray condenser coil and base pan down with water. The fan cycle switch sets the operational mode of the
Next spray a mild biodegradable detergent onto the fan. In the ON position, the fan will run continuously
condenser coil and base pan. Let set for five (5) minutes. whenever power is applied in this mode. In the AUTO
position, the fan will cycle on and off with the
3. Rinse condenser coil and base pan with water again.
compressor or electric heater.
NOTE: Ensure water pressure is no higher than that of
an ordinary garden hose and the water temperature no Starting delay
higher than 120 °F. You may notice a few minutes delay in starting if you try
4. Tilt the non-compressor side of the unit up no higher to restart the unit too soon after turning it off or if you
than 45° and allow water to drain out the other side of the adjust the thermostat right after the compressor has shut
unit. off. This is due to a built-in delay to protect the
5. Remove excess water left in the base pan by wiping the compressor.
base pan with a dry cloth. Buzzer Response
6. Remove the water-tight seal from the motor and
The buzzer will chime “Di” (0.1 sec) in response when
control panel area.
receiving the effective order from key pad control and
7. Reinstall unit back into wall sleeve. remote control.
8. Allow unit to dry for 24 hours before reapplying power.
When power is reapplied, test unit for proper operation.
9. Place a non-acidic algaecide in the base pan to inhibit
bacteria growth. Ensure the algaecide is compatible with
wet coil operation and is not corrosive to the coil.

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DIAGNOSTIC CODES
The Diagnostic Maintenance provides detailed
information on PTAC control operation and operational
status including present modes, failures, airflow restriction
warnings , operating temperatures, and past failures.
To enter Diagnostic Status Report mode, press and hold
the temp down ( − ) key and the FAN SPEED key
simultaneously for a period of five (5) seconds.
The diagnostic information is presented in the following
format: X.Y

Where:
“X” indicates the failure type:
1 = anti-frost
2 = overheat
3 = high pressure
4 = anti-freezing
“Y” indicates the number of occurrences within a one
hour period (0~4: time of protection)
Note: If the number above is greater than 4, the
compressor shuts off and a Failure Code appears in the
display (e.g., “E8”). See chart below for Error Codes and
their meanings:

Failure Code Content of defect

E2 Indoor coil temperature sensor failure
E3 Indoor temperature sensor failure
E5 Outdoor coil temperature sensor failure
E8 Overheating protection/ defrosting
E9 High pressure protection

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POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
UNIT DOES NOT START
● Unit may have become unplugged ● Check that plug is plugged securely in wall receptacle.
Note: Plug has a test/reset button on it. Make sure the
plug has not tripped.
● Fuse may have blown ● Replace the fuse
● Circuit breaker may have been tripped ● Reset circuit breaker
● Unit may be off or in wall thermostat mode. ● Turn unit on (bottom right button on keypad).
● Unit may be in a protection or diagnostic failure mode. ● Check diagnostic codes - See section on diagnostic codes.

STRANGE NUMBERS/CHARACTERS ON DISPLAY

● Unit may be in a protection or diagnostic failure mode. ● The unit may be in a diagnostic condition. Check
diagnostic codes - See section on diagnostic codes.
● Check section on DIP switch settings to verify dip switches ● The unit may be set for °C (instead of °F), see the keypad
are set properly. operation section.

UNIT MAKING NOISES

● Clicking, gurgling and whooshing noises are normal
during operation of unit.

UNIT NOT COOLING / HEATING ROOM

● Unit air discharge section is blocked ● Make sure that curtains, blinds or furniture are not
restricting or blocking unit airflow.
● Temperature setting is not high or low enough. ● Reset to a lower or higher temperature setting.
● Set point limits may not allow the unit to heat or cool the
room to the desired temperature settings. Check Service
Settings section.
● Unit air filters are dirty. ● Remove and clean filters.
● Room is excessively hot or cold when unit is started. ● Allow sufficient amount of time for unit to heat or cool the
room. Start heating or cooling early before outdoor
temperature, cooking heat or gatherings of people make
room uncomfortable.
● Vent door left open. ● Close vent door.
● Unit may be in a protection or diagnostic failure mode. ● Check section on Diagnostic Codes.
● Compressor is in protective time delay ● Wait approximately 3 minutes for compressor to start.
Note: To prevent tripping of the compressor overload, there
is a protective time delay (approx. 3 minutes) on starting the
compressor, such as after a power outage, or restarting after
it has been turned off.
WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE
● If a drain kit has not been installed, condensation runoff during
very hot and humid weather is normal. If a drain kit has been
installed and is connected to a drain system, check gaskets
and fittings around drain for leaks and/or clogs.
WATER DRIPPING INSIDE
● Wall sleeve is not installed level. ● Wall sleeve must be installed level for proper drainage of
condensation. Check that installation is level and make
any necessary adjustments.
ICE OR FROST FORMS ON INDOOR COIL
● Low outdoor temperature. ● If outdoor temperature is approximately 55 °F (12.8 °C) or
below, frost may form on indoor coil when unit is in Cooling
mode. Switch unit to FAN operation until ice or frost melts.
● Unit air filters are dirty. ● Remove and clean filters.

COMPRESSOR PROTECTION
● Power may have cycled putting compressor in Random ● To prevent short cycling of the compressor whenever the unit
Compressor restart protection. is plugged in or power has been cycled, a random compressor
restart will occur. The restart delays start-up of the compressor
for approximatley 3 minutes, and then forces a minimum
compressor run time of 3 minutes.

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R.E. HANSEN INDUSTRIES, INC. DBA ISLANDAIRE
Address: 500 Middle Country Road
St. James, NY 11733
Phone: (631) 471-2900 Fax: (631) 471-2913
E-mail: sales@islandaire.com
Web www.islandaire.com Doc. No. 6140432 Rev. D