AOGA18FBTAHU
AOGA18FBTAHU
AOGA18FBTAHU
English
INSTALLATION MANUAL
OUTDOOR UNIT
For authorized service personnel only.
MADE IN THAILAND
Contents Using the same vacuum pump for different refrigerants may damage the vacuum pump
or the unit.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................ 1
Use a clean gauge manifold, vacuum pump and charging hose for R410A exclusively.
2. ABOUT THIS PRODUCT ............................................................................................ 1
Do not modify this unit, such as opening a hole in the cabinet.
2.1. Precautions for using R410A refrigerant ............................................................ 1
2.2. Special tools for R410A refrigerant .................................................................... 2 During the pump-down operation, make sure that the compressor is turned off before
2.3. Accessories ........................................................................................................ 2 you remove the refrigerant piping.
Do not remove the connection pipe while the compressor is in operation with 3-way
3. INSTALLATION WORK ............................................................................................... 2
valve open. This may cause abnormal pressure in the refrigeration cycle that leads to
3.1. Selecting an installation location ........................................................................ 2 rupture and even injury.
3.2. Installation dimensions ....................................................................................... 3
3.3. Placing the unit ................................................................................................... 3
3.4. Secure the unit ................................................................................................... 3 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in
CAUTION minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
4. PIPE INSTALLATION .................................................................................................. 4
4.1. Selecting the pipe material ................................................................................. 4 This unit must be installed by qualified personnel with a capacity certification of handling
4.2. Pipe requirements .............................................................................................. 4 refrigerant fluids. Refer to regulation and laws in use on installation place.
4.3. Brazing ............................................................................................................... 4 Install the unit by following local codes and regulations in force in the place of
4.4. Pipe connection .................................................................................................. 4 installation, and the instructions provided by manufacturer.
4.5. Sealing test ........................................................................................................ 5 This unit is part of a set constituting an air conditioner. The unit must not be installed
4.6. Vacuum process ................................................................................................ 5 alone or be installed with device not authorized by the manufacturer.
4.7. Additional charging ............................................................................................. 6
When installing pipes shorter than 3 m, sound of the outdoor unit will be transferred to
4.8. Gas leakage inspection ...................................................................................... 6
the indoor unit, which will cause large operating sound or some abnormal sound.
5. ELECTRICAL WIRING ................................................................................................ 6
Always use a separate power supply line protected by a circuit breaker operating on all
5.1. Notes for electrical wiring ................................................................................... 6 wires with a distance between contact of 3 mm for this unit.
5.2. Selecting circuit breaker and wiring ................................................................... 7
To protect the persons, earth (ground) the unit correctly, and use the power cable
5.3. Wiring method .................................................................................................... 7
combined with an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB).
6. TEST RUN ...................................................................................................................8
The units are not explosion proof, and therefore should not be installed in explosive
7. CHECK LIST................................................................................................................ 8 atmosphere.
8. PUMP DOWN OPERATION (FORCED COOLING OPERATION) .............................. 8 This unit contains no user-serviceable part. Always consult experienced service
technician for repairing.
When moving or relocating the air conditioner, consult experienced service technicians
for disconnection and reinstallation of the unit.
Children should be monitored to ensure they do not play with the device.
Note: This manual outlines how to install the air conditioner described above. Handling
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
and installation shall only be done by professionals as outlined in this manual.
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• Be sure to read this manual thoroughly before installation.
Do not touch the aluminium fins of heat exchanger built-in the indoor or outdoor unit to
• The warnings and precautions indicated in this manual contain important information
avoid personal injury when you install or maintain the unit.
pertaining to your safety. Be sure to observe them.
• Hand this manual, together with the operating manual, to the customer. Request the Do not place any other electrical products or household belongings under indoor unit or
customer to keep them on hand for future use, such as for relocating or repairing the outdoor unit. Dripping condensation from the unit might get them wet, and may cause
product. damage or malfunction of the property.
Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if
WARNING not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
2. ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
To avoid getting an electric shock, never touch the electrical components soon after the
power supply has been turned off. After turning off the power, always wait 10 minutes or
more before you touch the electrical components. 2.1. Precautions for using R410A refrigerant
Installation of this product must be done by experienced service technicians or
professional installers only in accordance with this manual. Installation by
non-professional or improper installation of the product may cause serious accidents WARNING
such as injury, water leakage, electric shock, or fire. If the product is installed in Do not introduce any substance other than the prescribed refrigerant into the
disregard of the instructions in this manual, it will void the manufacturer’s warranty. refrigeration cycle. If air enters the refrigeration cycle, the pressure in the refrigeration
Do not turn on the power until all work has been completed. Turning on the power cycle will become abnormally high and cause the piping to rupture.
before the work is completed can cause serious accidents such as an electric shock or If there is a refrigerant leak, make sure that it does not exceed the concentration limit.
fire. If a refrigerant leak exceeds the concentration limit, it can lead to accidents such as
If refrigerant leaks when you are working, ventilate the area. If the leaking refrigerant is oxygen starvation.
exposed to a direct flame, it may produce a toxic gas. Do not touch refrigerant that has leaked from the refrigerant pipe connections or other
Installation must be performed in accordance with regulations, codes, or standards for areas. Touching the refrigerant directly can cause frostbite.
electrical wiring and equipment in each country, region, or the installing place. If a refrigerant leak occurs during operation, immediately vacate the premises and
Do not use this equipment with air or any other unspecified refrigerant in the refrigerant thoroughly ventilate the area. If the refrigerant comes in contact with a flame, it produces
lines. Excess pressure can cause a rupture. a toxic gas.
During installation, make sure that the refrigerant pipe is attached firmly before you
run the compressor. Do not operate the compressor under the condition of refrigerant
piping not attached properly with 3-way valve open. This may cause abnormal pressure
in the refrigeration cycle that leads to rupture and even injury.
When installing or relocating the air conditioner, do not mix gases other than the
specified refrigerant (R410A) to enter the refrigerant cycle.
If air or other gas enters the refrigerant cycle, the pressure inside the cycle will rise to
an abnormally high value and cause rupture, injury, etc.
For the air conditioner to work appropriately, install it as written in this manual.
To connect the indoor unit and outdoor unit, use air conditioner piping and cables
available locally as standard parts. This manual describes proper connections using
such installation set.
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• Since the working pressure is 1.6 times higher than that of conventional refrigerant
(R22) models, some of the piping and installation and service tools are special. (See 3.1. Selecting an installation location
the table below.)
Especially, when replacing a conventional refrigerant (R22) model with a new
refrigerant R410A model, always replace the conventional piping and flare nuts with WARNING
the R410A piping and flare nuts.
Securely install the outdoor unit at a location that can withstand the weight of the unit.
• Models that use refrigerant R410A have a different charging port thread diameter Otherwise, the outdoor unit may fall and cause injury.
to prevent erroneous charging with conventional refrigerant (R22) and for safety.
Be sure to install the outdoor unit as prescribed, so that it can withstand earthquakes
Therefore, check beforehand. [The charging port thread diameter for R410A is and typhoons or other strong winds. Improper installation can cause the unit to topple or
1/2-20 UNF.] fall, or other accidents.
• Be careful that foreign matter (oil, water, etc.) does not enter the piping than with
Do not install the outdoor unit near the edge of a balcony. Otherwise, children may climb
refrigerant models. Also, when storing the piping, securely seal the openings by onto the outdoor unit and fall off of the balcony.
pinching, taping, etc.
• When charging the refrigerant, take into account the slight change in the composition
of the gas and liquid phases. And always charge from the liquid phase where
CAUTION
refrigerant composition is stable. Do not install the outdoor unit in the following areas:
• Area with high salt content, such as at the seaside. It will deteriorate metal parts,
causing the parts to fail or the unit to leak water.
• Area filled with mineral oil or containing a large amount of splashed oil or steam, such as
2.2. Special tools for R410A refrigerant a kitchen. It will deteriorate plastic parts, causing the parts to fail or the unit to leak water.
• Area that generates substances that adversely affect the equipment, such as
sulphuric gas, chlorine gas, acid, or alkali. It will cause the copper pipes and brazed
WARNING joints to corrode, which can cause refrigerant leakage.
To install a unit that uses R410A refrigerant, use dedicated tools and piping materials • Area containing equipment that generates electromagnetic interference. It will cause
the control system to malfunction, preventing the unit from operating normally.
that have been manufactured specifically for R410A use. Because the pressure of
• Area that can cause combustible gas to leak, contains suspended carbon fibres or
R410A refrigerant is approximately 1.6 times higher than R22, failure to use dedicated
flammable dust, or volatile inflammables such as paint thinner or gasoline. If gas
piping material or improper installation can cause rupture or injury. Furthermore, it can leaks and settles around the unit, it can cause a fire.
cause serious accidents such as water leakage, electric shock, or fire. • Area where small animals may live. It may cause failure, smoke or fire if small
animals enter and touch internal electrical parts.
• Area where animals may urinate on the unit or ammonia may be generated.
Tool name Changes Do not tilt the outdoor unit more than 3 degrees. However, do not install the unit with it
Gauge manifold Pressure is high and cannot be measured with a conventional tilted towards the side containing the compressor.
gauge. To prevent erroneous mixing of other refrigerants, the Install the outdoor unit in a well-ventilated location away from rain or direct sunlight.
diameter of each port has been changed. If the outdoor unit must be installed in an area within easy reach of the general public,
It is recommended the gauge with seals –0.1 to 5.3 MPa (-1 to install as necessary a protective fence or the like to prevent their access.
53 bar) for high pressure. –0.1 to 3.8 MPa (-1 to 38 bar) for low
pressure. Install the outdoor unit in a location that would not inconvenience your neighbours, as
they could be affected by the airflow coming out from the outlet, noise, or vibration. If it
must be installed in proximity to your neighbours, be sure to obtain their approval.
Charging hose To increase pressure resistance, the hose material and base
size were changed. If the outdoor unit is installed in a cold region that is affected by snow accumulation,
snow fall, or freezing, take appropriate measures to protect it from those elements.
Vacuum pump A conventional vacuum pump can be used by installing a To ensure a stable operation, install inlet and outlet ducts.
vacuum pump adapter. Install the outdoor unit in a location that is away from exhaust or the vent ports that
discharge vapour, soot, dust, or debris.
Gas leakage detector Special gas leakage detector for HFC refrigerant R410A.
Install the indoor unit, outdoor unit, power supply cable, connection cable, and remote
Copper pipes controller cable at least 1 m away from a television or radio receivers. The purpose of
It is necessary to use seamless copper pipes and it is desirable that the amount of residual this is to prevent TV reception interference or radio noise. (Even if they are installed
oil is less than 40 mg/10 m. Do not use copper pipes having a collapsed, deformed or more than 1 m apart, you could still receive noise under some signal conditions.)
discoloured portion (especially on the interior surface). Otherwise, the expansion valve or Branch switch and
capillary tube may become blocked with contaminants. circuit breaker
As an air conditioner using R410A incurs pressure higher than when using conventional 1 m or more
refrigerant, it is necessary to choose adequate materials.
Thicknesses of copper pipes used with R410A are as shown in the table. Never use 1 m or more
copper pipes thinner than that in the table even when it is available on the market.
Thicknesses of Annealed Copper Pipes (R410A) Branch switch and
circuit breaker
Pipe outside diameter [mm (in.)] Thickness [mm]
6.35 (1/4) 0.80
9.52 (3/8) 0.80
12.70 (1/2) 0.80
If children under 10 years old may approach the unit, take preventive measures so that
15.88 (5/8) 1.00
they cannot reach the unit.
Keep the length of the piping of the indoor and outdoor units within the allowable range.
2.3. Accessories Consider the transportation route, installation space, maintenance space, and access,
and install the unit in a location with sufficient space for the refrigerant piping.
For maintenance purposes, do not bury the piping.
WARNING
For installation purposes, be sure to use the parts supplied by the manufacturer or other (1) Install the outdoor unit in a location which can withstand the weight of the unit and
prescribed parts. The use of non-prescribed parts can cause serious accidents such as vibration, and which can install horizontally.
the unit falling, water leakage, electric shock, or fire. (2) Provide the indicated space to ensure good airflow.
(3) If possible, do not install the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
Keep this manual in a safe place, and do not discard any other accessories until the (If necessary, install a blind that does not interfere with the airflow.)
installation work has been completed. (4) Do not install the unit near a source of heat, steam, or flammable gas.
(5) During heating operation, drain water flows from the outdoor unit.
Therefore, install the outdoor unit in a place where the drain water flow will not be
obstructed. (Reverse cycle model only)
(6) Do not install the unit where strong wind blows or where it is very dusty.
(7) Do not install the unit where people pass.
(8) Install the outdoor unit in a place where it will be free from being dirty or getting wet by
rain as much as possible.
(9) Install the unit where connection to the indoor unit is easy.
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If the space is larger than that is stated, the condition will be the same as that there are
no obstacles.
• Do not install it directly on the ground, otherwise it will cause failure.
AIR
30
mo cm
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30 cm
mo cm 30 more
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o
5 cm or more WARNING
Do not touch the fins.
When the upward area is open Otherwise, personal injury could result.
CAUTION
When carrying the unit, hold the handles on the right and left sides and be careful.
If the outdoor unit is carried from the bottom, hands or fingers may be pinched.
• Be sure to hold the handles on the sides of the unit. Otherwise, the suction grilles on
the sides of the unit may be deformed.
• When there are
obstacles at the
back side.
AIR
3.4. Secure the unit
cm e WARNING
30 mor
or When installing the outdoor unit where it may exposed to strong wind, fasten it securely.
(Unit : mm)
AIR 2 - Ø 12 hole
343
sides. AIR
cm
30 ore
m
or
cm
60 ore
r m 603
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• Install 4 anchor bolts at the locations indicated with arrows in the above figure.
When an obstruction is present also in the upward area • To reduce vibration, do not install the unit directly on the ground. Install it on a secure
base (such as concrete blocks).
• The foundation shall support the legs of the unit and have a width of 50 mm or more.
• Depending on the installation conditions, the outdoor unit may spread its vibration
60-100 cm
during operation, which may cause noise and vibration. Therefore, attach damping
materials (such as damping pads) to the outdoor unit during installation.
• Install the foundation, making sure that there is enough space for installing the
connection pipes.
• Secure the unit to a solid block using foundation bolts.
(Use 4 sets of commercially available M10 bolts, nuts, and washers.)
• The bolts should protrude 20 mm.
• When there are (Refer to the figure below.)
obstacles at the • If overturning prevention is required, purchase the necessary commercially available
back, side(s), and items.
top Bolt
30 AIR Nut
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20 mm
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30 ore
30 m
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CAUTION CAUTION
Do not use mineral oil on flared part. Prevent mineral oil from getting into the system as If air or another type of refrigerant enters the refrigeration cycle, the internal pressure in
this would reduce the lifetime of the units. the refrigeration cycle will become abnormally high and prevent the unit from exerting
its full performance.
While welding the pipes, be sure to blow dry nitrogen gas through them.
Apply nitrogen gas while brazing the pipes. If a pipe is Pressure regulating valve
The maximum lengths of this product are shown in the table. If the units are further
brazed without applying nitrogen gas, an oxidation film Cap
apart than this, correct operation cannot be guaranteed.
will be created.
This can degrade performance or damage the parts in
the unit (such as the compressor or valves). Nitrogen gas
4.1. Selecting the pipe material Nitrogen gas pressure: 0.02 MPa
(= pressure felt sufficiently on the back of the hand) Brazing area
For brazing material, use phosphor copper that does not require flux. Do not use flux to
CAUTION braze pipes. If the flux is the chlorine type, it will cause the pipes to corrode.
Do not use existing pipes. Furthermore, if the flux contains fluoride, it will adversely affect the refrigerant pipe
system such as by degrading the refrigerant.
Use pipes that have clean external and internal sides without any contamination which If fluoride is contained, quality of refrigerant deteriorates and affects the refrigerant
may cause trouble during use, such as sulphur, oxide, dust, cutting waste, oil, or water. piping system.
It is necessary to use seamless copper pipes.
Material: Phosphor deoxidized seamless copper pipes.
It is desirable that the amount of residual oil is less than 40 mg/10 m.
4.4. Pipe connection
Do not use copper pipes that have a collapsed, deformed, or discoloured portion
(especially on the interior surface). Otherwise, the expansion valve or capillary tube may
become blocked with contaminants. 4.4.1. Protection of pipes
Improper pipe selection will degrade performance. As an air conditioner using R410A Protect the pipes to prevent the entry of moisture and dust.
incurs pressure higher than when using conventional refrigerant, it is necessary to Especially, pay attention when passing the pipes through a hole or connecting the end of
choose adequate materials. a pipe to the outdoor unit.
Thicknesses of copper pipes used with R410A are as shown in the table. Location Working period Protection method
Never use copper pipes thinner than those indicated in the table even if they are available 1 month or more Pinch pipes
on the market. Outdoor
Less than 1 month Pinch or tape pipes
Thicknesses of Annealed Copper Pipes (R410A) Indoor - Pinch or tape pipes
CAUTION
Keep the piping length between the indoor unit and outdoor unit within the allowable
tolerance. Die
A
Pipe diameter <Liquid/Gas> L
(Standard) 6.35 (1/4) / 15.88 (5/8)
[mm (in.)] Pipe
Cut line
CAUTION
To prevent breaking of the pipe, avoid sharp bends.
Bend the pipe with a radius of curvature of 150 mm or over.
If the pipe is bent repeatedly at the same place, it will break.
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Connection pipe (1) Check that the valves are closed by removing the blank caps from the gas and liquid
pipes.
(2) Remove the charging port cap, and connect the gauge manifold and the vacuum
Flare nut pump to the charging valve with the service hoses.
(3) Vacuum the indoor unit and the connecting pipes until the pressure gauge indicates
90° –0.1 MPa (–76 cmHg).
(4) When –0.1 MPa (–76 cmHg) is reached, operate the vacuum pump for at least
Torque wrench 60 minutes.
(5) Disconnect the service hoses and fit the charging port cap to the charging valve to the
specified torque. (Refer to below table)
(6) Remove the blank caps, and fully open the 3-way valves with a hexagon wrench
[Torque: 6 to 7 N·m (60 to 70 kgf·cm)].
(7) Tighten the blank caps of the 3-way valve to the specified torque.
Do not remove the cap from the connection pipe before connecting the pipe. Charging port
CAUTION
Do not block the walls and the ceiling until the sealing test and the charging of the
refrigerant gas have been completed. Gauge manifold
For maintenance purposes, do not bury the piping of the outdoor unit.
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CAUTION
The primary power supply capacity is for the air conditioner itself, and does not include
the concurrent use of other devices.
4.8. Gas leakage inspection Do not start operation until the refrigerant is charged completely. The compressor will
fail if it is operated before the refrigerant piping charging is complete.
CAUTION Transmission cable between indoor unit and outdoor unit is 220-240 V.
After connecting the piping, check the joints for gas leakage with gas leak detector. Be sure not to remove thermistor sensor etc. from power wiring and connection wiring.
Compressor may fail if operated while removed.
Start wiring work after closing branch switch and over current breaker.
WARNING
Use an earth leakage breaker that is capable of handling high frequencies. Because the
During installation, make sure that the refrigerant pipe is attached firmly before
you run the compressor. outdoor unit is inverter controlled, a high-frequency earth leakage breaker is necessary
Do not operate the compressor under the condition of refrigerant piping not attached to prevent a malfunction of the breaker itself.
properly with 2-way or 3-way valve open. This may cause abnormal pressure in the When using an earth leakage breaker that has been designed solely for earth (ground)
refrigeration cycle that leads to breakage and even injury. fault protection, be sure to install a fuse-equipped switch or circuit breaker.
During the pump-down operation, make sure that the compressor is turned off Do not connect the AC power supply to the transmission line terminal board. Improper
before you remove the refrigerant piping. wiring can damage the entire system.
Do not remove the connection pipe while the compressor is in operation with 2-way or
3-way valve open. Do not use crossover power supply wiring for the outdoor unit.
This may cause abnormal pressure in the refrigeration cycle that leads to breakage and
If the temperature surrounding the breaker is too high, the amperage at which the
even injury.
breaker cuts out may decrease.
When installing and relocating the air conditioner, do not mix gases other than
the specified refrigerant (R410A) to enter the refrigerant cycle.
If air or other gas enters the refrigerant cycle, the pressure inside the cycle will rise to an
abnormally high value and cause breakage, injury, etc.
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Strip : 10 mm
Ring terminal Terminal cover
Control box
(3) Use the specified wires, connect them securely, and fasten them so that there is no
stress placed on the terminals.
(4) Use an appropriate screwdriver to tighten the terminal screws. Do not use a
screwdriver that is too small, otherwise, the screw heads may be damaged and
prevent the screws from being properly tightened.
(5) Do not tighten the terminal screws too much, otherwise, the screws may break.
Screw with special washer Screw with
special washer
Ring terminal
Wire
Ring terminal
Terminal blocks
Wire (2) Connect the power supply cable and the connection cable to terminal.
(6) See the table below for the terminal screw tightening torques. L N 1(L)2(N) 3
Terminal
Tightening torque [N·m (kgf·cm)] block
M4 screw 1.2 to 1.8 (12 to 18) Control box
M5 screw 2.0 to 3.0 (20 to 30)
CAUTION
Power supply
Be sure to install a breaker with specified capacity. Connection cable
cable
Before the electrical working, confirm electrical standards and regulations in each
country, region, or installing place. Then select appropriate cables and breakers that
comply with them.
15~30 mm
40 mm
*1 Selected sample: Select the correct cable type and size according to the country or
region’s regulations.
Max. wire length: Set a length so that the voltage drop is less than 2%. Increase the wire
diameter when the wire length is long.
Breaker Specification*2
. 0
Circuit breaker (over current) Current : 20 (A)
Earth leakage breaker Leakage current : 30mA 0.1 sec or less*3
*2 Select the appropriate breaker of the described specification according to the national
Earth Earth
or regional standards. (Ground) (Ground)
*3 Select the breaker that enough load current can pass through it.
• Before starting work check that power is not being supplied to all poles of the indoor Power line
unit and outdoor unit.
• Install all electrical works in accordance to standard. Power Connection
supply cable
• Install the disconnect device with a contact gap of at least 3mm in all poles nearby the
cable (To indoor unit)
units. (Both indoor unit and outdoor unit)
• Wiring size must comply with the applicable local and national code.
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Terminal cover
Control box
Cable clamp
6. TEST RUN
Perform test run as described in the installation manual of the indoor unit.
7. CHECK LIST
Check items during test operation.
WARNING
During the pump-down operation, make sure that the compressor is turned off before
you remove the refrigerant piping. Do not remove the connection pipe while the
compressor is in operation with 2 or 3 way valve open. This may cause abnormal
pressure in the refrigeration cycle that may lead to breakage or injury.
To avoid discharging refrigerant into the atmosphere at the time of relocation or disposal,
recover refrigerant by doing the cooling operation or forced cooling operation according
to the following procedure. (When the cooling operation cannot start in winter, and so on,
start the forced cooling operation.)
(1) Do the air purging of the charge hose by connecting the charging hose of gauge
manifold to the charging port of 3-way valve (large) and opening the low-pressure
valve slightly.
(2) Close the valve stem of 2-way valve (small) completely.
(3) Start the cooling operation or forced cooling operation as described in the installation
manual of the indoor unit.
(4) Close the valve stem of 3-way valve (large) when the reading on the compound
pressure gauge becomes 0.05~0 MPa (0.5 ~ 0 kg/cm²).
(5) Stop the operation as described in the installation manual of the indoor unit.
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