WARNING:

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AS AN INDICATION OF
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION

WARNING
AIR COOLED
THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONDENSING UNITS
ARE INTENDED AS AN AID
TO QUALIFIED, LICENSED
SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR
PROPER INSTALLATION,
ADJUSTMENT, AND
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION OF THIS
UNIT. READ THESE RA13, RA14 & RA16 MODEL SERIES –
INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY 13, 14 & 16 SEER
BEFORE ATTEMPTING
INSTALLATION OR
OPERATION. FAILURE FEATURING INDUSTRY STANDARD
TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY R-410A REFRIGERANT earth friendly refrigerant

RESULT IN IMPROPER
INSTALLATION,
ADJUSTMENT, SERVICE,
OR MAINTENANCE
POSSIBLY RESULTING IN
FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY, OR
DEATH.

Do not destroy this manual.

Please read carefully
and keep in a safe place
for future reference by a
serviceman.

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92-104921-09-04 (10/15) Printed in USA
 CONTENTS
Important Start-Up ......................................................28–32
Safety Information ............................................. 3 Start-Up ......................................................................28
Checking Airflow ........................................................28
Contents

General Information........................................ 4-7

Checking Product Received ........................................4 Evacuation Procedure ............................................... 29
Application ...................................................................4 Final Leak Testing.......................................................29
Electrical and Physical Data..................................... 5-6 Checking
Unit Model Number ......................................................6 Refrigerant Charge ...................................... 30-32
Dimensional Data .........................................................6 Charging Units
Specifications ...............................................................7 With R-410A Refrigerant ............................................ 30
Proper Installation ........................................................7 Confirm ID Airflow
Installation .................................................... 8-25 and Coils Are Clean ................................................... 30
Measurement Device Setup ....................................... 30
Choosing a Location ........................................8-9
Charging by Weight ....................................................30
Operational Issues........................................................8
Gross Charging by Pressures .................................... 31
Corrosive Environment .................................................8
Final Charge by Subcooling ....................................... 31
For Units With
Finishing Up Installation ............................................. 32
Space Limitations .........................................................9
Customer Satisfaction Issues ......................................9 Components and Controls .......................... 33-34
Unit Mounting ...............................................................9 Compressor
Factory-Preferred Crankcase Heat (CCH) ......................................33
Tie-Down Method.........................................................9
High- and Low-Pressure
Tools and Refrigerant ...................................... 10 Controls (HPC and LPC)....................................33
Tools Required for Installing and Hard-Start Components ....................................34
Servicing R-410A Models ..........................................10
Specifications of R-410A ...........................................10 Accessories ..................................................... 34
Quick-Reference Single Pole Compressor
Guide for R-410A .......................................................10 Contactor (CC) ........................................................... 34
Time-Delay Control ....................................................34
Replacement Units ...........................................11 Hard Start Components .............................................34
Indoor Coil ........................................................11 Low Ambient Control (LAC) .......................................34
Location......................................................................11 Hard Start Components ................................... 34
Interconnecting Tubing ................................ 11-25
Diagnostics ................................................. 35-43
Refrigerant Level Adjustment .....................................11
Electrical Checks Flowchart .......................................35
Fitting Losses .............................................................12
Cooling Mechanical
Liquid Line Selection ..................................................12
Checks Flowchart ......................................................36
Long Line Set Applications ........................................13
General Troubleshooting Chart ..................................37
Oil Level Adjustments ................................................13
Service Analyzer Charts ....................................... 38-42
Suction Line Selection ...............................................14
Cooling Troubleshooting Tips ....................................43
Refrigerant Migration..................................................14
Wiring Diagrams ......................................... 44-45
Installation ............................................................ 17-22
Tubing Installation ......................................................23
Tubing Connections ...................................................24
Leak Testing ...............................................................25
Wiring ......................................................... 26-27
Control Wiring ............................................................26
Thermostat Wiring Diagrams .....................................26
Power Wiring .............................................................. 27
Grounding................................................................... 27

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS: CAUTIONS:
• These instructions are intended as an aid to • R-410A systems operate at approximately 60%

Safety
qualified, licensed service personnel for proper higher pressures (1.6 times) than R-22 systems. Do
installation, adjustment, and operation of this not use R-22 service equipment or components on
unit. Read these instructions thoroughly before R-410A equipment. Use appropriate care when using
attempting installation or operation. Failure to this refrigerant. Failure to exercise care may result in
follow these instructions may result in improper equipment damage or personal injury.
installation, adjustment, service, or maintenance • Only match this outdoor unit with a matched indoor
possibly resulting in fire, electrical shock, coil or air handler approved for use with this outdoor
property damage, personal injury, or death. unit per the unit manufacturer’s specification sheet.
• The unit must be permanently grounded. Failure The use of unmatched coils or air handler will likely
to do so can cause electrical shock resulting in result in a charge imbalance between the cooling
severe personal injury or death. and heating modes which can cause unsatisfactory
• Turn off electric power at the fuse box or service operation including a high-pressure switch lockout
panel before making any electrical connections. condition.
• Complete the ground connection before making • Only use indoor coils approved for use on R-410A
line voltage connections. Failure to do so can systems. An R-22 coil will have a TXV or fixed
result in electrical shock, severe personal injury, restrictor device that is not designed to operate
or death. properly in an R-410A system and will result in
serious operational issues. The R-22 coil could also
• Disconnect all power to unit before starting
contain mineral oil which is incompatible with the
maintenance. Failure to do so can cause
POE oil used in R-410A systems and could result in
electrical shock resulting in severe personal
reliability issues with the compressor and TXVs.
injury or death.
• When coil is installed over a finished ceiling and/or
• Never assume the unit is properly wired and/or
living area, it is required that a secondary sheet metal
grounded. Always test the unit cabinet with a
condensate pan be constructed and installed under
noncontact voltage detector available at most
the entire unit. Failure to do so can result in property
electrical supply houses or home centers before
damage.
removing access panels or coming into contact
with the unit cabinet. • The compressor has an internal overload protector.
Under some conditions, it can take up to 2 hours for
• Do not use oxygen to purge lines or pressurize
this overload to reset. Make sure overload has had
system for leak test. Oxygen reacts violently with
time to reset before condemning the compressor.
oil, which can cause an explosion resulting in
severe personal injury or death.
• The top of the scroll compressor shell is hot.
Touching the compressor top may result in serious
personal injury.
• The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover
any damage or defect to the unit caused by the
attachment or use of any components, accessories,
or devices (other than those authorized by the
manufacturer) into, onto, or in conjunction with
the heat pump. You should be aware that the
use of unauthorized components, accessories,
or devices may adversely affect the operation
of the heat pump and may also endanger life
and property. The manufacturer disclaims any
responsibility for such loss or injury resulting
from the use of such unauthorized components,
accessories, or devices.

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Application
Improper installation, or installation not made in Before specifying any air conditioning equipment,
accordance with these instructions, can result a survey of the structure and a heat gain
in unsatisfactory operation and/or dangerous calculation must be made. A cooling heat gain
conditions and can cause the related warranty calculation determines the amount of heat needed
not to apply. to be removed. A heat gain calculation also
The condensing unit is designed to operate with calculates the extra heat load caused by sunlight
and by humidity removal. These factors must be
General Information

standard 24 VAC thermostats and air handlers or

gas furnaces. considered before selecting an air conditioning
system to provide year-round comfort. The Air
This installation instruction manual contains Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)
complete instructions for installation and setup J Manual method of load calculation is one
using conventional 24 VAC controls. Please refer recognized procedure for determining the heating
to the manufacturer’s specification sheets for and cooling load.
complete performance data, thermostat, and
accessory listings. After the proper equipment combination has
been selected, satisfying both sensible and
The information contained in this manual has latent requirements, the system must be properly
been prepared to assist in the proper installation, installed. Only then can the unit provide the
operation, and maintenance of the air conditioning comfort it was designed to provide.
system.
There are several factors that installers must
Read this manual and any instructions packaged consider.
with separate equipment required to make up the
system prior to installation. Homeowner should • Outdoor unit location
retain this manual for future reference. • Indoor unit blower speed and airflow
To achieve optimum efficiency and capacity, • Proper equipment evacuation
the matching indoor cooling coils listed in the • Supply and return air duct design and sizing
manufacturer’s specification sheet should be used.
• Refrigerant charge
Checking Product Received • System air balancing
Upon receiving unit, inspect it for any shipping • Diffuser and return air grille location and sizing
damage. Claims for damage, either apparent or
concealed, should be filed immediately with the
shipping company. Check model number, electrical
characteristics, and accessories to determine if they
are correct. Check system components (indoor coil,
outdoor unit, air handler/furnace, etc.) to make sure
they are properly matched.

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
Electrical and Physical Data
RA13
ELECTRICAL PHYSICAL
Compressor Fan Fuse or HACR Outdoor Coil Refrig . We ight
Model Motor Minimum Circuit Breaker Per
Number Rated Load Locked Roto r Full Circuit Face Net
Voltage Phase Freq Load Area No. CFM Circuit Shipping
Amperes Amperes Ampacity Minimum Maximum Lbs.
Amperes Sq. Ft . Rows [L/s] (oz. ) Lbs. [kg]
Amperes Amperes Amperes

General Information
(RLA) (LRA) (FLA ) [m 2] [g] [kg]

RA1318AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 9.7/9.7 48.0 0.70 13/13 20/20 20/20 5.9 [0.55] 1 2038 [962] 50 [1417] 120 [54.4] 127 [57.6]
RA1324AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 11.2/11.2 60.8 0.70 15/15 20/20 25/25 9.06 [0.84] 1 2325 [1097] 60 [1701] 135 [61.2] 142 [64.4]
RA1330AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 12.8/12.8 64.0 1.30 18/18 25/25 30/30 9.06 [0.84] 1 2796 [1320] 72 [2041] 156 [70.8] 163 [73.9]
RA1336AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 15.4/15.4 83.9 1.30 21/21 25/25 35/35 12.15 [1.13] 1 2898 [1368] 92 [2608] 157 [71.2] 164 [74.4]
RA1342AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 17.9/17.9 112.0 0.70 24/24 30/30 40/40 14.18 [1.32] 1 2466 [1164] 105 [2977] 188 [85.3] 195 [88.5]
RA1348AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 21.8/21.8 117.0 1.00 29/29 35/35 50/50 14.82 [1.38] 1 4144 [1953] 106 [3005] 195 [88.4] 202 [91.6]
RA1360AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 26.4/26.4 134.0 1.20 35/35 45/45 60/60 18.84 [1.75] 1 3868 [1825] 148 [4196] 228 [103.4] 235 [106.6]

RA1336AC1NB 208-230 3 60 10.4/10.4 73.0 1.30 15/15 20/20 20/20 12.15 [1.13] 1 2898 [1368] 92 [2608] 157 [71.2] 164 [74.4]
RA1342AC1NB 208-230 3 60 13.2/13.2 88.0 1.30 18/18 25/25 30/30 14.18 [1.32] 1 2466 [1164] 105 [2977] 188 [85.3] 195 [88.5]
RA1348AC1NB 208-230 3 60 13.7/13.7 83.1 1.00 19/19 25/25 30/30 14.82 [1.38] 1 4144 [1955] 106 [3005] 195 [88.4] 202 [91.6]]
RA1360AC1NB 208-230 3 60 16/16 110.0 1.30 11/11 30/30 35/35 18.84 [1.75] 1 3868 [1825] 148 [4195] 228 [103.4] 235 [106.6]

RA1336AD1NB 460 3 60 5.8/5.8 38.0 0.50 8/8 15/15 15/15 12.15 [1.13] 1 2898 [1368] 92 [2608] 157 [71.2] 164 [74.4]
RA1342AD1NB 460 3 60 6.0/6.0 44.0 0.30 8/8 15/15 15/15 14.18 [1.32] 1 2466 [1164] 105 [2977] 188 [85.3] 195 [88.5]
RA1348AD1NB 460 3 60 6.2/6.2 41.0 0.50 9/9 15/15 15/15 14.82 [1.38] 1 4144 [1955] 106 [3005] 195 [88.4] 202 [91.6]
RA1360AD1NB 460 3 60 7.8/7.8 52.0 0.60 11/11 15/15 15/15 18.84 [1.75] 1 3868 [1825] 148 [4195] 228 [103.4] 235 [106.6]

RA1348AY1NB 575 3 60 4.8/4.8 33.0 1.00 8/8 15/15 15/15 14.82 [1.38] 1 4144 [1955] 106 [3005] 195 [88.4] 202 [91.6]
RA1360AYINB 575 3 60 5.7/5.7 38.9 0.50 8/8 15/15 15/15 18.84 [1.75] 1 3868 [1825] 148 [4195] 228 [103.4] 235 [106.6]

RA14
ELECTRICAL PHYSICAL
Compressor Fan Fuse or HACR Outdoor Coil Refrig . We ight
Model Motor Minimum Circuit Breaker Per
Number Rated Load Locked Roto r Full Circuit Face Net
Voltage Phase Freq Area No. CFM Circuit Shipping
Amperes Amperes Load Ampacity Minimum Maximum Lbs.
Amperes Sq. Ft . Rows [L/s] (oz. ) Lbs. [kg]
(RLA) (LRA) Amperes Amperes Amperes [kg]
(FLA ) [m 2] [g]

RA1418AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 9.7/9.7 48.0 0.60 13/13 20/20 20/20 9.06 [0.84] 1 2225 [1050] 68 [1928] 140 [63.5] 147 [66.7]
RA1424AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 11.2/11.2 60.8 0.70 15/15 20/20 25/25 11.14 [1.03] 1 2505 [1182] 72 [2041] 141 [64.0] 148 [67.1]
RA1430AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 12.8/12.8 64.0 0.70 17/17 20/20 25/25 12.15 [1.13] 1 2605 [1229] 87 [2466] 151 [68.5] 158 [71.7]
RA1436AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 14.1/14.1 77.0 0.60 19/19 25/25 30/30 14.82 [1.38] 1 3104 [1464] 106 [3005] 171 [77.6] 178 [80.7]
RA1442AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 17.9/17.9 112.0 1.20 24/24 30/30 40/40 16.15 [1.5] 1 3954 [1866] 119 [3374] 207 [93.9] 214 [97.1]
RA1448AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 19.9/19.9 109.0 1.00 26/26 35/35 45/45 18.84 [1.75] 1 4264 [2012] 129 [3657] 221 [100.2] 228 [103.4]
RA1460AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 23.7/23.7 152.5 1.00 31/31 40/40 50/50 21.54 [2.00] 1 4139 [1953] 162 [4593] 240 [108] 247 [112]

RA1436AC1NB 208-230 3 60 9.0/9.0 71.0 0.60 12/12 15/15 20/20 14.82 [1.38] 1 3104 [1464] 106 [3005] 171 [77.6] 178 [80.7]
RA1442AC1NB 208-230 3 60 13.2/13.2 88.0 1.20 18/18 25/25 30/30 16.15 [1.5] 1 3954 [1866] 119 [3374] 207 [93.9] 214 [97.1]
RA1448AC1NB 208-230 3 60 13.1/13.1 83.1 1.00 18/18 25/25 30/30 18.84 [1.75] 1 4264 [2012] 129 [3657] 221 [100.2] 228 [103.4]
RA1460AC1NB 208-230 3 60 15.9/15.9 110.0 1.00 21/21 25/25 35/35 21.54 [2.00] 1 4139 [1953] 162 [4593] 240 [108] 247 [112]

RA1436AD1NB 460 3 60 5.6/5.6 38.0 0.50 8/8 15/15 15/15 14.82 [1.38] 1 3104 [1464] 106 [3005] 171 [77.6] 178 [80.7]
RA1442AD1NB 460 3 60 6.0/6.0 44.0 0.60 9/9 15/15 15/15 16.15 [1.5] 1 3954 [1866] 119 [3374] 207 [93.9] 214 [97.1]
RA1448AD1NB 460 3 60 6.1/6.1 41.0 0.60 9/9 15/15 15/15 18.84 [1.75] 1 4264 [2012] 129 [3657] 221 [100.2] 228 [103.4]
RA1460AD1NB 460 3 60 7.1/7.1 52.0 0.50 10/10 15/15 15/15 21.54 [2.00] 1 4139 [1953] 162 [4593] 240 [108] 247 [112]

ELECTRICAL PHYSICAL
Compressor Fan Fuse or HACR Outdoor Coil Refrig . We ight
Model Motor Minimum Circuit Breaker Per
Number Rated Load Locked Roto r Full Circuit Face Net
Voltage Phase Freq Area No. CFM Circuit Shipping
Amperes Amperes Load Ampacity Minimum Maximum Lbs.
Amperes Sq. Ft . Rows [L/s] (oz. ) Lbs. [kg]
(RLA) (LRA) Amperes Amperes Amperes [kg]
(FLA ) [m 2] [g]

RA1418WJ1NA 208-230 1 60 9.7/9.7 46 0.60 13/13 20/20 20/20 9.89 [0.92] 1 2322 [1096] 78.4 [2223] 145 [65.8] 152 [69.0]
RA1424WJ1NA 208-230 1 60 10.9/10.9 62.9 0.75 15/15 20/20 25/25 11.14 [1.04] 1 2295 [1083] 80 [2268] 141 [64.0] 148 [67.1]
RA1430WJ1NA 208-230 1 60 12.8/12.8 67.8 0.75 17/17 20/20 25/25 14.18 [1.32] 1 2594 [1224] 104 [2948] 160 [72.6] 167 [75.8]
RA1436WJ1NA 208-230 1 60 15.4/15.4 83.9 0.8 21/21 25/25 35/35 17.29 [1.61] 1 3393 [1601] 103.2 [2926] 180 [81.6] 187 [84.8]
RA1442WJ1NA 208-230 1 60 16.7/16.7 109 1.2 23/23 30/30 35/35 19.76 [1.84] 1 4103 [1936] 133.6 [3788] 200 [90.7] 207 [93.9]
208-230 1 60 19.9/19.9 1.00 26/26 35/35 45/45 18.84 [1.75] 1 4264 [2012] 129 [3657] 221 [100.2] 228 [103.4]
RA1436WC1NB 208-230 3 60 10.4/10.4 73 0.8 14/14 20/20 20/20 17.29 [1.61] 1 3393 [1601] 103.2 [2926] 180 [81.6] 187 [84.8]
RA1442WC1NB 208-230 3 60 11.2/11.2 84 1.2 16/16 20/20 25/25 19.76 [1.84]] 1 4103 [1936] 133.6 [3788] 200 [90.7] 207 [93.9] 5
 GENERAL INFORMATION
Electrical and Physical Data - cont.
RA16
ELECTRICAL PHYSICAL
Compressor Fan Fuse or HACR Outdoor Coil Refrig . We ight
Model Motor Minimum Circuit Breaker Per
Number Full Circuit Face
General Information

Voltage Phase Freq Rated Load Locked Roto r Circuit Net

Load Ampacity Minimum Maximum Area No. CFM Shipping
Amperes Amperes (oz. ) Lbs.
Amperes Amperes Sq. Ft . Rows [L/s] Lbs. [kg]
(RLA) (LRA) (FLA ) Amperes Amperes [m 2] [g] [kg]

RA1618AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 9.0/9.0 47.5 0.70 12/12 15/15 20/20 12.15 [1.13] 1 2404 [1134] 82 [2325] 148 [67.1] 155 [70.3]
RA1624AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 10.3/10.3 61.6 0.60 14/14 20/20 20/20 14.82 [1.38] 1 2851 [1345] 87 [2466] 163 [73.9] 170 [77.1]
RA1630AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 12.8/12.8 67.3 1.40 18/18 25/25 30/30 16.15 [1.50] 1 3914 [1847] 113 [3203] 188 [85.3] 195 [88.4]
RA1636AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 15.4/15.4 83.9 3.50 23/23 30/30 35/35 18.85 [1.75] 1 4340 [2048] 108 [108] 200 [90.7] 207 [93.9]
RA1642AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 16.7/16.7 109.0 3.50 25/25 30/30 40/40 24.23 [2.25] 1 4450 [2100] 150 [4252] 246 [111.6] 253 [114.8]
RA1648AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 17.0/17.0 123.9 3.50 25/25 30/30 40/40 28.27 [2.63] 1 4658 [2198] 174 [4933] 261 [118.4] 268 [121.6]
RA1660AJ1NA 208-230 1 60 23.7/23.7 152.5 3.50 34/34 40/40 50/50 32.31 [3.00] 1 4776 [2254] 201 [5698] 289 [131.1] 296 [134.3]
RA1660BJ1NA 208-230 1 60 23.7/23.7 152.5 3.50 34/34 40/40 50/50 60.58 [5.63] 2 5124 [2418] 308 [8732] 300 [136] 307 [139.2]

RA1636AC1NB 208-230 3 60 10.4/10.4 73 3.50 17/17 20/20 25/25 18.85 [1.75] 1 4340 [2048] 108 [3062] 200 [90.7] 207 [93.9]
RA1642AC1NB 208-230 3 60 11.2/11.2 88 3.50 18/18 25/25 25/25 24.23 [2.25] 1 4450 [2100] 150 [4252] 246 [111.6] 253 [114.8]
RA1648AC1NB 208-230 3 60 13.6/13.6 83.1 3.50 21/21 25/25 30/30 28.27 [2.63] 1 4658 [2198] 174 [4933] 261 [118.4] 268 [121.6]
RA1660AC1NB 208-230 3 60 15.9/15.9 110 3.50 24/24 30/30 35/35 32.31 [3.00] 1 4776 [2254] 201 [5898] 289 [131.1] 296 [134.3]

UNIT MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

R A 13 24 A J 1 N A
MINOR SERIES
TYPE
N - NON-COMM

TYPE
1 - SINGLE STAGE

VOLTAGE
J = 1 PH, 208-230/60
C = 3 PH, 208-230/60
D = 3 PH, 460/60
Y = 3 PH, 575/60

MAJOR SERIES

CAPACITY
18 = 18,000 BTU/HR [5.28 kW]
24 = 24,000 BTU/HR [7.03 kW]
30 = 30,000 BTU/HR [8.79 kW]
36 = 36,000 BTU/HR [10.55 kW]
42 = 42,000 BTU/HR [12.31 kW]
48 = 48,000 BTU/HR [14.07 kW]
60 = 60,000 BTU/HR [17.58 kW]
SEER
CONDENSER
BRAND

DIMENSIONAL DATA
RA13 18, 36 24, 30 42 48 60

Height “H” inches [mm] 27 [686] 25 [635] 27 [686] 27 [686] 31 [787]

Length “L” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 33.75 [857] 35.75 [908]
Width “W” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 33.75 [857]

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
Specifications

RA14 18, 24 30 36, 42 48 60

Height “H” inches [mm] 25 [635] 27 [686] 27 [686) 31 [787] 31 [787]

General Information
Length “L” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 33.75 [857] 35.75 [908]
Width “W” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 33.75 [857] 35.75 [908]

RA14XXW 18 24 30 36 42

Height “H” inches [mm] 27 [686] 25 [635] 31 [787] 31 [787] 35 [889]

Length “L” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 33.75 [857]
Width “W” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 33.75 [857]

RA16 18 24 30 36 42 48 60

Height “H” inches [mm] 27 [686] 27 [686] 27 [686) 31 [787] 39 [991] 45 [1143] 51 [1295]
Length “L” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857) 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908]
Width “W” inches [mm] 29.75 [756] 33.75 [857] 35.75 [908) 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908] 35.75 [908]

Proper Installation ALLOW 60" [1524mm] OF

ALLOW 60” [1524mm]
Proper sizing and installation of this equipment is CLEARANCE
OF CLEARANCE
A
critical to achieve optimal performance. Use the I
R
information in this Installation Instruction Manual “W” D
and reference the applicable manufacturer’s I
S

specification sheet when installing this product. C

H
A
“L”
IMPORTANT: This product has been R
G
E
designed and manufactured to meet ENERGY
STAR criteria for energy efficiency when matched
with appropriate indoor components. However,
proper refrigerant charge and proper airflow are
critical to achieve rated capacity and efficiency.
Installation of this product should follow the “H”
manufacturer’s refrigerant charging and airflow
instructions. Failure to confirm proper charge SERVICE PANELS/
and airflow may reduce energy efficiency and INLET CONNECTIONS /
shorten equipment life. HIGH & LOW VOLTAGE
ACCESS ALLOW
24" [610 mm] OF
CLEARANCE

MATCH ALL COMPONENTS: AIR INLET LOUVERS ALLOW

6" [152 mm] OF CLEARANCE ALL SIDES
• OUTDOOR UNIT 12" [305 mm] RECOMMENDED
ST-A1226-02-00

• INDOOR COIL
• INDOOR AIR HANDLER/FURNACE
• REFRIGERANT LINES
• INDOOR THERMOSTAT

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 INSTALLATION
Choosing a Location
IMPORTANT: Consult local and Corrosive Environment
national building codes and ordinances for special The metal parts of this unit may be subject to
installation requirements. Following location rust or deterioration if exposed to a corrosive
information will provide longer life and simplified environment. This oxidation could shorten the
servicing of the outdoor unit. equipment’s useful life.
Corrosive elements include, but are not limited to,
NOTICE: These units must be installed salt spray, fog or mist in seacoast areas, sulphur or
outdoors. No ductwork can be attached, or
chlorine from lawn watering systems, and various
other modifications made, to the discharge grille.
chemical contaminants from industries such as
Modifications will affect performance or operation.
paper mills and petroleum refineries.
Operational Issues If the unit is to be installed in an area where
contaminants are likely to be a problem, special
IMPORTANT: Locate the unit attention should be given to the equipment
Location

in a manner that will not prevent, impair, or location and exposure.

compromise the performance of other equipment • Avoid having lawn sprinkler heads spray directly
installed in proximity to the unit. Maintain all on the unit cabinet.
required minimum distances to gas and electric
• In coastal areas, locate the unit on the side of
meters, dryer vents, and exhaust and inlet
the building away from the waterfront.
openings. In the absence of national codes or
manufacturers’ recommendations, local code • Shielding provided by a fence or shrubs may
recommendations and requirements will take give some protection, but cannot violate
precedence. minimum airflow and service access clearances.
• Refrigerant piping and wiring should be properly • Elevating the unit off its slab or base enough to
sized and kept as short as possible to avoid allow air circulation will help avoid holding water
capacity losses and increased operating costs. against the base pan.
• Locate the unit where water runoff will not create
a problem with the equipment. Position the unit
WARNING: Disconnect all power
to unit before starting maintenance. Failure to do
away from the drip edge of the roof whenever so can cause electrical shock resulting in severe
possible. Units are weatherized, but can be personal injury or death.
affected by the following:
Regular maintenance will reduce the buildup of
• Water pouring into the unit from the junction contaminants and help to protect the unit’s finish.
of rooflines, without protective guttering.
Large volumes of water entering the unit while • Frequent washing of the cabinet, fan blade, and
in operation can impact fan blade or motor coil with fresh water will remove most of the salt
life, and coil damage may occur if moisture or other contaminants that build up on the unit.
cannot drain from the unit under freezing • Regular cleaning and waxing of the cabinet with
conditions. a good automobile polish will provide some
• Closely follow the clearance recommendations protection.
on page 8. • A good liquid cleaner may be used several times
• 24" [61.0 cm] to the service panel access a year to remove matter that will not wash off
with water.
• 60" [152.4 cm] above fan discharge (unit top)
to prevent recirculation
• 6" [15.2 cm] to coil grille air inlets
with 12" [30.5 cm] minimum recommended

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 INSTALLATION
Choosing a Location (cont.)
For Units With Space • If installing a unit on a flat roof, use 4" x 4"
[10.2 cm x 10.2 cm] or equivalent stringers
Limitations positioned to distribute unit weight evenly and
In the event that a space limitation exists, we will prevent noise and vibration.
permit the following clearances:
Single-Unit Applications: Side clearances below 6"
[15.2 cm] will reduce unit capacity and efficiency. Factory-Preferred Tie-Down
Do not reduce the 60" [152.4 cm] discharge or the Method for High Wind or
24" [61.0 cm] service clearances.
Multiple-Unit Applications: When multiple
Seismic Loads
condenser grille sides are aligned, a 6" [15.2 IMPORTANT: The manufacturer-
cm] per unit side clearance is recommended for approved/recommended method is a guide to
a total of 12" [30.5 cm] between two units. Two securing equipment for wind and seismic loads.
combined clearances below 12" [30.5 cm] will Other methods might provide the same result, but

Location
reduce capacity and efficiency. Do not reduce the the manufacturer method is the only one endorsed
60" [152.4 cm] discharge or 24" [61.0 cm] service by the manufacturer for securing equipment where
clearances. wind or earthquake damage can occur. Additional
information is available in the PTS (Product
Technical Support) section of the manufacturer’s
Web sites MyRheem.com or MyRuud.com and
ALLOW 60” [1524 mm]
OF CLEARANCE
can be found as a listing under each outdoor
12” Min. (305 mm) 24”
[610 MM]
model. If you do not have access to this site, your
RECOMMENDED
distributor can offer assistance.
AIR INLET LOUVERS ALLOW
6” [152 mm] Min. OF
CLEARANCE ALL SIDES
12” [305 mm] RECOMMENDED

SERVICE PANELS/
INLET CONNECTIONS
/ HIGH & LOW
VOLTAGE ACCESS
ALLOW 24” [ 610 mm] OF ST-A1226-04-00
CLEARANCE

Customer Satisfaction Issues

• The unit should be located away from the living,
sleeping, and recreational spaces of the owner
and those spaces on adjoining property.
• To prevent noise transmission, the mounting pad
for the outdoor unit should not be connected to
the structure and should be located a sufficient
distance above grade to prevent ground water
from entering the unit.

Unit Mounting
WARNING: Secure an elevated unit
and its elevating stand in order to prevent tipping.
Failure to do so may result in severe personal
injury or death.

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 INSTALLATION
Tools and Refrigerant
Tools Required for Installing Pressure: The pressure of R-410A is
approximately 60% (1.6 times) greater than
and Servicing R-410A Models R-22. Recovery and recycle equipment, pumps,
Manifold Sets: hoses, and the like must have design pressure
– Up to 800 PSIG High-Side ratings appropriate for R-410A. Manifold sets
need to range up to 800 psig high-side and 250
– Up to 250 PSIG Low-Side
psig low-side with a 550 psig low-side retard.
– 550 PSIG Low-Side Retard Hoses need to have a service pressure rating of
Manifold Hoses: 800 psig. Recovery cylinders need to have a 400
– Service Pressure Rating of 800 PSIG psig service pressure rating, DOT 4BA400 or DOT
BW400.
Recovery Cylinders:
Combustibility: At pressures above 1
– 400 PSIG Pressure Rating
atmosphere, a mixture of R-410A and air can
– Dept. of Transportation 4BA400 or BW400 become combustible. R-410A and air should
never be mixed in tanks or supply lines or
Ambient and Tube
Thermometers Crescent Wrench be allowed to accumulate in storage tanks.
Leak checking should never be done with a
mixture of R-410A and air. Leak-checking can
be performed safely with nitrogen or a mixture of
Allen Wrench
R-410A and nitrogen.

Manifold Quick-Reference Guide For

Tools

Gauge
Set R-410A
Brazing Recovery • R-410A refrigerant operates at approximately
Rods Cylinders
60% higher pressure (1.6 times) than R-22.
Ensure that servicing equipment is designed to
operate with R-410A.
• R-410A refrigerant cylinders are light rose in
color.
• R-410A, as with other HFCs, is only compatible
with POE oils.
• Vacuum pumps will not remove moisture from
POE oil used in R-410A systems.
Torch Reclaimer Nitrogen
• R-410A systems are to be charged with liquid
refrigerants. Prior to March 1999, R-410A
refrigerant cylinders had a dip tube. These
CAUTION: R-410A systems operate
cylinders should be kept upright for equipment
at higher pressures than R-22 systems. Do not
charging. Post-March 1999 cylinders do not
use R-22 service equipment or components on
have a dip tube and should be inverted to ensure
R-410A equipment.
liquid charging of the equipment.
Specifications of R-410A • Do not install a suction line filter drier in the
liquid line.
Application: R-410A is not a drop-in
• A factory-approved biflow liquid line filter drier
replacement for R-22. Equipment designs must
is shipped with every unit and must be installed
accommodate its higher pressures. It cannot be
in the liquid line at the time of installation. Only
retrofitted into R-22 heat pumps.
manufacturer-approved liquid line filter driers can
Physical Properties: R-410A has an atmospheric be used. These are Sporlan (CW083S) and Alco
boiling point of -62.9°F [-52.7°C] and its saturation (80K083S) driers. These filter driers are rated for
pressure at 77°F [25°C] is 224.5 psig. minimum working pressure of 600 psig. The filter
Composition: R-410A is a near-azeotropic drier will only have adequate moisture-holding
mixture of 50% by weight difluoromethane (HFC- capacity if the system is properly evacuated.
32) and 50% by weight pentafluoroethane (HFC- • Desiccant (drying agent) must be compatible for
125). POE oils and R-410A refrigerant.
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 INSTALLATION
Replacement Units
To prevent failure of a new unit, the existing line set
must be correctly sized and cleaned or replaced.
IMPORTANT: When replacing an
R-22 unit with an R-410A unit, either replace
Care must be exercised that the expansion device
the line set or ensure that residual mineral oil is
is not plugged. For new and replacement units, a
drained from existing lines, including oil trapped in
liquid line filter drier must be installed and refrigerant
low spots.
tubing must be properly sized. Test the oil for acid. If
positive, a suction line filter drier is mandatory.

Indoor Coil
The thermostatic expansion valve in the
CAUTION: Only use evaporators matching coil is specifically designed to operate
approved for use on R-410A systems that are
with R-410A. DO NOT use an R-22 TXV or
specifically matched with the outdoor unit per
evaporator. The existing evaporator must
the manufacturer’s specification sheets. Use
be replaced with the factory-specified TXV
of existing R-22 evaporators can introduce
evaporator specifically designed for R-410A.
mineral oil to the R-410A refrigerant, forming two
different liquids and decreasing oil return to the Location
compressor. This can result in compressor failure.
Do not install the indoor coil in the return duct
REFER TO INDOOR COIL MANUFACTURER’S system of a gas or oil furnace. Provide a service
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. inlet to the coil for inspection and cleaning. Keep
the coil pitched toward the drain connection.
IMPORTANT: The manufacturer is not
responsible for the performance and operation of
a mismatched system or for a match listed with CAUTION: When coil is installed
another manufacturer’s coil. over a finished ceiling and/or living area, it is
required that a secondary condensate pan be
installed under entire unit. Failure to do so can
result in property damage.

Tubing
Interconnecting Tubing
The purpose of this section is to specify the • 1/4” ± .3 oz./foot [6.4 mm ± 8.5 g/.30 m]
best construction/sizing practices for installing • 5/16” ± .4 oz./foot [7.9 mm ± 11.3 g/.30 m]
interconnection tubing between the indoor and • 3/8” ± .6 oz./foot [9.5 mm ± 17.0 g/.30 m]
outdoor unit. • 1/2” ± 1.2 oz./foot [12.7 mm ± 34.0 g/.30 m]
• 6 oz. Required factory supplied field installed
Refrigerant Level Adjustment • filter dry
All units are factory-charged with R-410A
refrigerant to cover 15 feet of standard size Charge Adjustment = (Line Set (oz. /ft.) x Total
interconnecting liquid and vapor lines with a Length) – Factory Charge for Line Set
required field installed filter drier. Adjustment of
charge may be necessary even if the application Example: A three ton condensing unit with factory
has exactly 15 feet of line set due to other installed 3/8” liquid service valve
installation variables such as pressure drop, requires 75 ft of line set with a liquid line diameter
vertical lift, and indoor coil size. For different of 1/2”.
lengths, adjust the charge as indicated below. Factory Charge for Line Set = 15ft x .6 oz. = 9 oz.
adjust the charge as indicated below. Charge Adjustment = (1.2 oz. x 75 ft.) – 9 oz. =
+81 oz.

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)
Interconnecting Tubing and tubing length, fittings, vertical separation, acces-
sories, and filter dryers. The table below references
Fitting Losses different commonly used equivalent lengths.
Refrigerant tubing is measured in terms of actual
length and equivalent length. Actual length is used
for refrigerant charge applications. Equivalent
length takes into account pressure losses from
Table 1
Equivalent Length for Fings ()
90° Short 90° Long
Line Size Radius Radius 45° Solenoid Check Site Filter
(in) Elbow Elbow Elbow Valve Valve Glass Dryer
3/8 1.3 0.8 0.3 6 4 0.4 6
1/2 1.4 0.9 0.4 9 5 0.6 6
5/8 1.5 1 0.5 12 6 0.8 6
3/4 1.9 1.3 0.6 14 7 0.9 6
7/8 2.3 1.5 0.7 15 8 1 6
1-1/8 2.7 1.8 0.9 22 12 1.5 6

Liquid Line Selection sure drop allowed for the liquid line is 50 PSI. The
The purpose of the liquid line is to transport warm procedure for selecting the proper liquid line is as
sub-cooled liquid refrigerant from the outdoor unit follows:
to the indoor unit. It is important not to allow the • Measure the total amount of vertical rise
refrigerant to flash any superheated vapor prior • Measure the total amount of liquid line needed
to the expansion device of the indoor coil. The • Add all of the equivalent lengths associated with
flashing of refrigerant can occur for the following any fittings or accessories using the table above.
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reasons: • Add the total length and fitting pressure drop.

• Low refrigerant charge This will equal your total equivalent length.
• Improperly selected liquid line size • Round-down the total equivalent length to the
• Absorption of heat prior to expansion device closest value in Table 2.
• Excessive vertical rise between the condenser • Reference Table 2 to verify the round-down val-
and evaporator ue of the calculated equivalent length is compat-
Table 2 lists the equivalent length per 25’ of liquid ible with the required vertical rise and diameter
line at various diameters up to 300’. The total pres- of liquid line.

Note: Elevaon is defined as the

highest point of the line set to the
lowest

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)
Example: A 3-Ton condensing unit is installed 50’
below the ID unit, requires a 75’ of 1/2” diameter
liquid line, and 4 90° LR elbows.
• Fitting Equivalent Length (ft.) = 4 x .9 = 3.6’
• Total Equivalent Length (ft.) = 75’ + 3.6’ = 78.6’
• Rounded-down value (ft.) = 75’
Liquid Line Size
Liquid Line Elevation (Above or Below) Indoor Coil
R-410A
Size Liquid Line
System
Connection Size (Inch
Capacity Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Size (Inch O.D.) [mm]
Model 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 125 [45.72] 150 [45.72] 175 [53.34] 200 [60.96] 225 [68.58] 250 [76.20] 275 [83.82] 300 [91.44]
I.D.) [mm]
Maximum Vertical Separation - Feet [m]
1/4 [6.35] 25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 60 [18.29] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 20 [6.1] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
37 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72]
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43]

(excerpt fromTable 2, page 16)

This application is acceptable because the 50’
vertical rise is less than the maximum rise of 75’ for Factory
this application. The application is also considered RA13
Compressor
Name Plate Oil Installed
to have a long line set. Reference the long line set OD Model Charge (oz) CCH
section of the I&O for detail. RA1318AJ ZP14KAE-PFV-130 21 N
RA1318AJ ZP14K6E-PFC-130 21 N
Long Line Set Applications Alternate
Long line set applications are defined as ap- RA1324AJ ZP20KAE-PFV-130 21 N
plications that require accessories or alternate RA1330AJ ZP24K5E-PFV-130 25 N
construction methods. The following are special RA1336AJ ZP31K6E-PFV-130 25 N
considerations that need to be addressed when RA1342AJ ZP34K5E-PFV-130 42 N
installing a long line set application: RA1348AJ ZP42K5E-PFV-130 42 N
RA1360AJ ZP51K5E-PFV-130 42 N
• Additional refrigerant charge RA1336AC ZP31K6E-TF5-130 25 N
• Fitting losses and maximum equivalent length RA1342AC ZP34K5E-TF5-130 42 N
considerations RA1348AC ZP42K5E-TF5-130 42 N

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• Refrigerant migration during the off cycle RA1360AC ZP51K5E-TF5-130 42 N
• Oil return to the compressor RA1336AD ZP31K6E-TFD-130 25 N
• Capacity losses RA1342AD ZP34K5E-TFD-130 42 N
• System oil level adjustment RA1348AD ZP42K5E-TFD-130 42 N
RA1360AD ZP51K5E-TFD-130 42 N
Table 2 is used to determine if the application is RA1348AY ZP42K5E-TFE-130 42 N
considered to have a long line set. The region of RA1360AY ZP51K5E-TFE-130 42 N
the chart that is shaded grey is considered to
be a long line set application. Factory
RA14 Name Plate Oil Installed
OD Model
Compressor
Oil Level Adjustments for Charge (oz) CCH
RA1418AJ ZP14KAE-PFV-130 21 N
Long Line Set Applications RA1418AJ ZP14K6E-PFC-130 21 N
Additional oil will need to be added for long line set Alternate
applications. (Ref. Table 2). Below is the equation RA1424AJ ZP20KAE-PFV-130 21 N
for the oil level adjustment and the compressor RA1430AJ ZP24K5E-PFV-130 25 N
name plate oil charge for the different od units. RA1436AJ ZP29K5E-PFV-130 25 N
RA1442AJ ZP34K5E-PFV-130 42 N
Oil to be Added = [(Charge Adjustment + OD RA1448AJ ZP39K5E-PFV-130 42 N
Unit Name Plate Charge (oz.)) x (0.022) – [(0.10) RA1460AJ ZP49K6E-PFV-130 42 N
x (Compressor Name Plate Oil Charge (oz.))] RA1436AC ZP31K6E-TF5-130 25 N
RA1442AC ZP34K5E-TF5-130 42 N
Example: An application requires 125ft of line set RA1448AC ZP42K5E-TF5-130 42 N
with a liquid line diameter of 3/8”, Charge Adjust- RA1460AC ZP51K5E-TF5-130 42 Y
ment = 52.4 oz., Name Plate Charge = 107 oz., RA1436AD ZP31K6E-TFD-130 25 N
Name Plate Oil Charge = 25 oz., Oil to be Added = RA1442AD ZP34K5E-TFD-130 42 N
((52.4 oz. +107 oz.) x .022) – (.10 x 25 oz.) = 1.0 oz. RA1448AY ZP42K5E-TFD-130 42 N
RA1460AY ZP51K5E-TFD-130 42 Y

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)
pressor to prevent potential damage to the bear-
Factory ings, valves, and scroll sets. Also, an improperly
RA14XXW Name Plate Oil Installed sized suction line can dramatically reduce capacity
OD Model
Compressor
Charge (oz) CCH and performance of the system. The procedure for
RA1418WJ ZP14K6E-PFV-130 21 N selecting the proper suction line is as follows:
RA1424WJ ZP21K6E-PFV-130 21 N • The total amount of suction line needed
RA1430WJ ZP24K6E-PFV-130 25 N • Add all of the equivalent lengths associated with
RA1436WJ ZP31K6E-PFV-130 25 N any fittings or accessories using the table on
RA1442WJ ZP34K6E-PFV-130 42 N previous page.
RA1436WC ZP31K6E-TF5-130 25 N • Add the total length and fitting pressure drop.
RA1442WC ZP34K6E-TF5-130 42 N This will equal your total equivalent length.
• Reference Table 2 to verify that the calculated
equivalent length falls within the compatibility
Factory region of the chart.
RA16 Name Plate Oil Installed
OD Model
Compressor • Verify Table 3 to verify the capacity difference is
Charge (oz) CCH compatible with the application.
RA1618AJ ZP14K6E-PFV-130 21 N
RA1624AJ ZP21K6E-PFV-130 21 N Refrigerant Migration During
RA1630AJ ZP24K6E-PFV-130 25 N
RA1636AJ ZP31K6E-PFV-130 25 N Off Cycle
RA1642AJ ZP34K6E-PFV-130 42 N Long line set applications can require a consider-
RA1648AJ ZP38K6E-PFV-130 42 N able amount of additional refrigerant. This addition-
RA1660AJ ZP49K6E-PFV-130 42 Y al refrigerant needs to be managed throughout the
RA1660BJ ZP49K6E-PFV-130 42 Y entire ambient operating envelope that the system
RA1636AC ZP31K6E-TF5-130 42 N will go through during its life cycle. Off-Cycle mi-
RA1642AC ZP34K6E-TF5-130 42 N gration is where excess refrigerant condenses and
RA1648AC ZP38K6E-TF5-130 42 Y migrates to the lowest part of the system. Exces-
RA1660AC ZP49K6E-TF5-130 42 Y sive build-up of refrigerant at the compressor will
result in poor reliability and noisy operation during
Suction Line Selection startup. This section demonstrates the required
Purpose of the suction line is to return superheated accessories and unit configuration for different ap-
vapor to the condensing unit from the evaporator. plications.
Proper suction line sizing is important because it
plays an important role in returning oil to the com-
Tubing

OUTDOOR UNIT LEVEL OR NEAR LEVEL TO INDOOR SECTION LINE SET

REFERENCE TABLE 2 FOR

MAXIMUM LENGTH LIMITATIONS

IDEALLY, LINE SET SLOPES AWAY

FROM OUTDOOR. VERIFY
SUB-COOLING PRIOR TO
THROTTLEING DEVICE, INSULATED
LIQUID LINE.

ST-A1219-01-01

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)

For applications that are considered to have a long • Insulated liquid and suction line in unconditioned
line set with the outdoor unit and indoor unit on the space only.
same level the following is required: • Vapor line should slope toward the indoor unit
• TXV or EEV on the indoor unit • Follow the proper line sizing, equivalent length,
• Start components may be required depending charging requirements, and oil level adjustments
upon quality of voltage (consistently <200vac at spelled out in this document and the outdoor
outdoor unit) units I&O
• Crankcase heater (Some models have factory • Verify at least 5°F sub-cooling at the ID unit prior
installed CCH's. Refer to tables on pages 13 and to throttling device
14.)
OUTDOOR UNIT BELOW INDOOR SECTION LINE SET

ROUTE
REFIGERANT LINES
EVEN WITH TOP OF
COIL OR INSTALL
INVERTED TRAP.

INSULATE
LIQUID AND
SUCTION LINE

REFERENCE TABLE 2 FOR

MAXIMUM LENGTH
LIMITATIONS

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ST-A1219-02-02

Figure 4
For applications that are considered to have a long • Insulated liquid and suction line in uncondi-
line set with the outdoor unit below the indoor unit tioned space only.
the following is required: • Follow the proper line sizing, equivalent length,
• TXV or EEV at the IDunit charging requirements, and oil level adjustments
• Crankcase heater (Some moels come with factory spelled out in this document and the outdoor
installed CCH's. Refer to tables on page 13 & 14.) units I&O
• Start components may be required depending • Measure pressure at the liquid line service valve
upon quality of voltage (consistently <200vac at and prior to expansion device. Verify that it is
outdoor unit) not greater than 50 PSI
• Refrigerant lines should be routed even with the • For elevations greater that 25’ can expect a
top of the ID coil or an inverted trap is to be ap- lower sub-cooling
plied. (Reference figure 4).

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)
OUTDOOR UNIT ABOVE INDOOR SECTION LINE SET

INSULATE LIQUID AND

SUCTION LINE

REFERENCE TABLE 2
FOR ELEVATION
LIMITATIONS

VERIFY
Tubing

SUB-COOLING
PRIOR TO
THROTTLING
DEVICE

TXV OR EEV AT INDOOR

EVAPORATOR

For applications that are considered to have a long • Insulated liquid and suction line in unconditioned
line set with the outdoor unit above the indoor unit space only.
the following is required: • Follow the proper line sizing, equivalent length,
• TXV at the indoor unit charging requirements, and oil level adjustments
• Crankcase heater (some models have factory spelled out in this document and the outdoor
installed CCH's. Refer to tables on pages 13 & units I&O
14). • Verify at least 5°F sub-cooling at the ID unit prior
• Start components maybe required depending to throttling device
upon quality of voltage (consistently <200vac at
outdoor unit)

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INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing
Liquid Line Size
Liquid Line Size Elevation Above or Below Indoor Coil
Liquid Line Size
R-410A System Connection
(Inch O.D.)
Capacity Model Size (Inch I.D.) Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
[mm]
[mm] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 125 [45.72] 150 [45.72] 175 [53.34] 200 [60.96] 225 [68.58] 250 [76.20] 275 [83.82] 300 [91.44]
Maximum Vertical Separation - Feet [m]
1/4 [6.35] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 65 [19.81] 50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 25 [7.62] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81]
18 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 110 [33.53] 110 [33.53] 110 [33.53] 110 [33.53] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32]
1/4 [6.35] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 30 [9.14]
24 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38]
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32]
1/4 [6.35] 25 [7.62] 25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 65 [19.81] 55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 15 [4.57] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R
Table 2

30 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81]
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
1/4 [6.35] 25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 65 [19.81] 50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
36 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24]
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43]
1/4 [6.35] 25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 50 [15.24] 30 [9.14] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
42 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 30 [9.14]
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43]
1/4 [6.35] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 30 [9.14] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
48 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 10 [3.05] N/R
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 60 [18.29]
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
1/4 [6.35] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/16 [7.94] 20 [6.1] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 3/8" [9.53] 3/8 [9.53] 25 [7.62] 30 [9.14] 20 [6.1] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
7/16 [11.12] 25 [7.62] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 30 [9.14] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 15 [4.57] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R
1/2 [12.71] 25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 35 [10.67] 30 [9.14] 30 [9.14] 25 [7.62] 25 [7.62]
NOTES:
N/R = Application not recommended.
 


 

  




  


 

   


 
 



 INSTALLATION
Liquid Line Size
RA14 Elevation Above or Below Indoor Coil
R-410A
System Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Capacity Model
Maximum Vertical Separation - Feet [m]
65 [19.81] 50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 20 [6.1] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
75 [22.86] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29]
18 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32]
30 [9.14] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 70 [21.34] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 30 [9.14]
Table 2 cont.

24 75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48]
25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 15 [4.57] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R
30 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
65 [19.81] 55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 30 [9.14] 20 [6.1] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R
36 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 55 [16.76]
95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43]
5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
42 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 15 [4.57]
75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76]
75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86]
N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
40 [12.19] 20 [6.1] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
48 65 [19.81] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R
75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 50 [15.24]
75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81]
N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 30 [9.14] 30 [9.14] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 15 [4.57]
60 [18.29] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 55 [16.76] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19]
NOTES:
Grey = Considered a Long Line Set Applicaon.

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Tubing
 Tubing

19
INSTALLATION
Liquid Line Size
RA16 Elevation Above or Below Indoor Coil
R-410A System
Capacity Model Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Maximum Vertical Separation - Feet [m]
60 [18.29] 45 [13.72] 30 [9.14] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 50 [15.24]
18 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48]
35 [10.67] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 30 [9.14]
Table 2 cont.

24 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]

100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
100 [30.48] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48]
30 [9.14] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 10 [3.05] N/R N/R
30 75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29]
75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91]
75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43]
N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 [18.29] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 20 [6.1] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
36 75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [12.24] 45 [13.72]
75 [22.86] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86]
75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91]
25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 20 [6.1] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
42 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 30 [9.14] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1]
75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29]
75 [22.86] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
48 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 30 [9.14] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 10 [3.05]
75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29]
75 [22.86] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
25 [7.62] 30 [9.14] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 50 [15.24] 60 [18.29] 50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 30 [9.14] 20 [6.1] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R N/R N/R
50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 40 [12.19]
75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81]
NOTES:
 Vapor Line Selection Chart
Capacity Multiplier Table
RA13
R-410A System Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Capacity Model
25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 125 [45.72] 150 [45.72] 175 [53.34] 200 [60.96] 225 [68.58] 250 [76.20] 275 [83.82] 300 [91.44]
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
18 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
24 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
Table 3

5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
30 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.01
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
36 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.01
1-1/8 [28.58] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
42 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.06 1.01
1-1/8 [28.58] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 N/R 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 N/R
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 N/R
48 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 N/R
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
NOTES:
N/R = Application not recommended.
All calculations assume a 3/8” liquid line

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Tubing
 Tubing

21
Suction Line Size
Outdoor unit Above or Below Indoor Coil
RA14
R-410A System Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Capacity Model
25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 125 [45.72] 150 [45.72] 175 [53.34] 200 [60.96] 225 [68.58] 250 [76.20] 275 [83.82] 300 [91.44]
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
18 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.99 1.00 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.94 0.94 0.93 0.94
3/4 [19.05] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
Table 3 cont.

24 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.93 0.93 0.92 0.92 0.91
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.95 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.96
30 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.93 0.93 0.91 0.9 0.9 0.89 0.88
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.99 0.99 0.97 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.96
36 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.97 0.95 0.93 0.92 0.91 0.9 0.89 0.87 0.85 0.85 0.84
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.93
42 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.98 0.95 0.93 0.92 0.9 0.88 0.86 0.85 0.84 0.82 N/R N/R
3/4 [19.05] 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.95 0.94 0.93 0.92 0.92 N/R N/R
48 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 N/R N/R
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.97 0.94 0.91 0.98 0.87 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
3/4 [19.05] 0.99 0.98 0.96 0.95 0.94 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
NOTES:
N/R = Application not recommended.
 INSTALLATION
Liquid Line Size
RA14XXW Elevation Above or Below Indoor Coil
R-410A
System Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Capacity Model
Maximum Vertical Separation - Feet [m]
65 [19.81] 50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 20 [6.1] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
75 [22.86] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29]
18 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32]
30 [9.14] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 70 [21.34] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 30 [9.14]
Table 3 cont.

24 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96]
75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 105 [32] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48]
25 [7.62] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 15 [4.57] 5 [1.52] N/R N/R
30 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43]
100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 100 [30.48] 95 [28.96]
N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
55 [16.76] 45 [13.72] 30 [9.14] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
36 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19]
90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86]
95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 95 [28.96] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43] 90 [27.43]
15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
50 [15.24] 35 [10.67] 15 [4.57] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
42 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 50 [15.24] 45 [13.72] 40 [12.19] 35 [10.67] 25 [7.62] 20 [6.1] 15 [4.57]
75 [22.86] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 70 [21.34] 70 [21.34] 65 [19.81] 65 [19.81] 60 [18.29] 55 [16.76]
75 [22.86] 85 [25.91] 85 [25.91] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 80 [24.38] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86] 75 [22.86]
NOTES:
Grey = This applicaon is acceptable, but the long line guidelines must be followed. Reference Long Line Set secon in the I&O.

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Suction Line Size
Outdoor unit Above or Below Indoor Coil
RA14XXW
R-410A System Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Capacity Model
25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 125 [45.72] 150 [45.72] 175 [53.34] 200 [60.96] 225 [68.58] 250 [76.20] 275 [83.82] 300 [91.44]
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.95
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
18 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.99 1.00 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.94 0.94 0.93 0.94
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
Table 3 cont.

24 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.02 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.00
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.93 0.93 0.92 0.92 0.91
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.96
30 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1 [25.4] 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.93 0.93 0.91 0.9 0.9 0.89 0.88
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.99 0.99 0.97 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.96
36 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98
1 [25.4] 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.97 0.95 0.93 0.92 0.91 0.9 0.89 0.87 0.85 0.85 0.84
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.93
42 3/8" [9.53] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98
1 [25.4] 1.01 1.00 0.99 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.01 1.00 0.99 0.99
1-1/8 [28.58] 1.01 1.01 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 1.01 1.00 0.99 1.00 1.00 1.01
NOTES:
N/R = Application not recommended.
All calculations assume a 3/8” liquid line.
 Vapor Line Selection Chart
Capacity Multiplier Table
RA16
R-410A System Total Equivalent Length - Feet [m]
Capacity Model
25 [7.62] 50 [15.24] 75 [22.86] 100 [30.48] 125 [45.72] 150 [45.72] 175 [53.34] 200 [60.96] 225 [68.58] 250 [76.20] 275 [83.82] 300 [91.44]
5/8 [15.88] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.99
18 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.01 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.93 0.93 0.92
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.00 1.01 0.99 0.99 1.00 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98
Table 3 cont.

24 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 1.00
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 1.01 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.93 0.91 0.91 0.91
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97
30 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1 [25.4] 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.99 0.97 0.95 0.94 0.93 0.93 0.91 0.91 0.9 0.89 0.87 0.86
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.95 0.95 0.94 0.94
36 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 0.99 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97
1 [25.4] 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99
1-1/8 [28.58] 1.01 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
5/8 [15.88] 0.98 0.97 0.95 0.92 0.91 0.9 0.89 0.86 0.85 0.84 0.83 0.83
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.95 0.95 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.92
42 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.96
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.98 0.97 0.94 0.92 0.91 0.89 0.87 0.86 0.84 0.83 0.82 0.81
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.95 0.94 0.94 0.93 0.92
48 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.97 0.97
1 [25.4] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
5/8 [15.88] 0.98 0.95 0.92 0.88 0.88 0.86 0.85 0.82 N/R N/R N/R N/R
3/4 [19.05] 1.00 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.96 0.95 0.94 0.94 N/R N/R N/R N/R
60 3/4" [19.06] 7/8 [22.23] 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.99 0.98 0.97 N/R N/R N/R N/R
1 [25.4] 1.02 1.01 1.01 1.00 1.00 1.01 0.99 1.00 N/R N/R N/R N/R
1-1/8 [28.58] N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R N/R
NOTES:
N/R = Application not recommended.
All calculations assume a 3/8” liquid line

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Tubing
 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)

Tubing Installation lineset. Commercially available flush kits are

Observe the following when installing correctly not recommended due to the risk of residual
sized type “L” refrigerant tubing between the flushing agent being incompatible with POE oils
condensing unit and evaporator coil: or internal components. Up to 5% mineral oil is
considered acceptable in R-410A systems.
• Check the tables on pages 16 & 17 for the
• If tubing has been cut, make sure ends are
correct suction line size and liquid line size.
deburred while holding in a position to prevent
• If a portion of the liquid line passes through a chips from falling into tubing. Burrs such as
very hot area where liquid refrigerant can be those caused by tubing cutters can affect
heated to form vapor, insulating the liquid line is performance dramatically, particularly on small
required. liquid line sizes.
• Use clean, dehydrated, sealed refrigeration- • For best operation, keep tubing run as short as
grade tubing.
possible with a minimum number of elbows or
• Always keep tubing sealed until tubing is in bends.
place and connections are to be made.
• Locations where the tubing will be exposed to
• A high-quality filter drier is included with all mechanical damage should be avoided. If it is
R-410A units and must be installed in the liquid necessary to use such locations, the copper
line upon unit installation. tubing should be housed to prevent damage.
• When replacing an R-22 system with an R-410A
system and the line set is not replaced, drain
any oil that has pooled in low spots in the

Tubing

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)
• If tubing is to be run underground, it must be run
in a sealed watertight chase.
• Use care in routing tubing and do not kink or
twist. Use a good tubing bender on the vapor
line to prevent kinking.

TEMPORARY
HANGER PERMANENT
HANGER

• Be certain both refrigerant shutoff valves at the

outdoor unit are closed.
• Route the tubing using temporary hangers; then
straighten the tubing and install permanent
hangers. Line must be adequately supported.
• If the vapor line comes in contact with inside
walls, ceiling, or flooring, the vibration of the
vapor line in the heating mode will result in noise
inside the structure.

• Remove the caps and Schrader cores from the

pressure ports to protect seals from heat damage.
Both the Schrader valves and the service valves
have seals that may be damaged by excessive heat.
Tubing

ST-A1226-05-00

• Blow out the liquid and vapor lines with dry

nitrogen before connecting to the outdoor unit
and indoor coil. Any debris in the line set will end
up plugging the expansion device.
• Clean the inside of the fittings and outside of the
Tubing Connections tubing with a clean, dry cloth before soldering.
Indoor coils have only a holding charge of Clean out debris, chips, dirt, etc., that enters tubing
dry nitrogen. Keep all tube ends sealed until or service valve connections.
connections are to be made.
• Use type “L” copper refrigeration tubing. Braze
the connections with the following alloys:
– copper to copper, 5% silver minimum
– copper to steel or brass, 15% silver minimum

• Wrap valves with a wet rag or thermal barrier

compound before applying heat.

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 INSTALLATION
Interconnecting Tubing (cont.)
Leak Testing
Indoor coils have only a holding charge of dry
nitrogen. Keep all tube ends sealed until
connections are to be made.

WARNING: Do not use oxygen

to purge lines or pressurize system for leak test.
Oxygen reacts violently with oil, which can cause
an explosion resulting in severe personal injury or
death.
• Braze the tubing between the outdoor unit and
indoor coil. Flow dry nitrogen into a pressure port
and through the tubing while brazing, but do not
allow pressure inside tubing which can result in
leaks. Once the system is full of nitrogen, the
nitrogen regulator should be turned off to avoid
pressuring the system.

ST-A1226-07-00

• Pressurize line set and coil through service fittings

with dry nitrogen to 150 PSIG maximum. Close
nitrogen tank valve, let system sit for at least
15 minutes, and check to see if the pressure has
• After brazing, use an appropriate heatsink material
dropped. If the pressure has dropped, check for
to cool the joint.

Tubing
leaks at the line set braze joints with soap bubbles
• Reinstall the Schrader cores into both pressure and repair leak as necessary. Repeat pressure
ports. test. If line set and coil hold pressure, proceed
with line set and coil evacuation (see page 21).

• Do not allow the vapor line and liquid line to ST-A1226-06-00

be in contact with each other. This causes an • The vapor line must be insulated for its entire
undesirable heat transfer resulting in capacity length to prevent dripping (sweating) and prevent
loss and increased power consumption.
performance losses. Closed-cell foam insulation
such as Armaflex and Rubatex® are satisfactory
insulations for this purpose. Use 1/2" [12.7 mm]
minimum insulation thickness. Additional
insulation may be required for long runs.

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 WIRING
Control Wiring
WARNING: Turn off electric power CONTROL WIRING FOR GAS OR OIL FURNACE
at the fuse box or service panel before making
any electrical connections. Also, the ground FOR TYPICAL GAS OR OIL HEAT
TYPICAL THERMOSTAT
SUBBASE
connection must be completed before making line
Y G W R
voltage connections. Failure to do so can result in
electrical shock, severe personal injury, or death. BR – BROWN WIRE
YL – YELLOW WIRE

Control Wiring X – WIRE CONNECTION

Running low-voltage wires in conduit with line

voltage power wires is not recommended. Low-
voltage wiring may be run through the plastic
TYPICAL GAS OR
bushing provided in the 7/8" [19 mm] hole in the OIL FURNACE
base panel, up to and attached to the pigtails from
the bottom of the control box. Conduit can be TYPICAL CONDENSING R
run to the base panel if desired by removing the UNIT
W
insulated bushing.
G
A thermostat and a 24-volt, 40 VA minimum YL X Y
transformer are required for the control circuit BR
of the system. The furnace or the air handler X C
transformer may be used if sufficient. See the
wiring diagram for reference. Use “Wire Size” table
to size the 24-volt control wiring.
Do not use phone cord to connect indoor and *IF MAXIMUM OUTLET TEMPERATURE RISE IS DESIRED, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT
outdoor units and thermostat. This could damage W1 (W/BK) AND W2 (W/BL) BE JUMPERED TOGETHER.

the controls and may not be adequately sized for

the controls electrical load. FOR TYPICAL ELECTRIC HEAT
TYPICAL THERMOSTAT
SUBBASE
Y G W R
FIELD WIRE SIZE FOR 24-VOLT THERMOSTAT CIRCUITS
BR – BROWN WIRE
Thermostat
Load (amps)
SOLID COPPER WIRE – AWG. R – RED WIRE
YL – YELLOW WIRE
W/BK – WHITE WIRE WITH BLACK STRIPE
3.0 18 16 14 12 10 10 10 G/BK – GREEN WIRE WITH BLACK STRIPE
PU – PURPLE WIRE (NOT USED)
2.5 18 16 14 12 10 10 10 X – WIRE CONNECTION
TYPICAL ELECTRIC HEAT
2.0 18 16 14 12 10 10 10 LOW VOLTAGE JUNCTION BOX

20 50 100 150 200 250 300 * • X W/BL

TYPICAL CONDENSING X R
[6] [15] [30] [46] [51] [76] [91]
UNIT X W/BK
Wiring

Length of Run – Feet [m] (1) X G/BK

(1) Wire length equals twice the run distance. YL X

X YL

NOTICE: Do not use control wiring smaller than No. 18 BR X X BR

AWG between thermostat and outdoor unit. PU

Typical Noncommunicating
Thermostat Wiring Diagrams
The following figures show the typical wiring
diagrams. Cooling airflows may need to be
adjusted for homeowner comfort once the system WIRE COLOR CODE
is operational. BK – BLACK GY – GRAY W – WHITE
BR – BROWN O – ORANGE Y – YELLOW
BL – BLUE PR – PURPLE
G – GREEN R – RED

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 WIRING
Control Wiring (cont.)
Field wiring must comply with the National Electric Connect power wiring to line-voltage lugs located
Code (C.E.C. in Canada) and any applicable local in the outdoor unit electrical box. (See wiring
code. diagram attached to unit access panel.)
Check all electrical connections, including
Power Wiring factory wiring within the unit and make sure all
It is important that proper electrical power from a connections are tight.
commercial utility is available at the compressor DO NOT connect aluminum field wire to the
contactor. Voltage ranges for operation are shown contactor terminals.
below.
VOLTAGE RANGES (60 HZ) Grounding
Nameplate
Operating Voltage Range at
Copeland Maximum Load Design
WARNING: The unit must be
Voltage
Conditions for Compressors permanently grounded. Failure to do so can cause
electrical shock resulting in severe personal injury
208/230 187 - 253
or death.
(1 Phase)
208/230 187 - 253
(3 Phase)
460 414 - 506
575 517 - 633

Install a branch circuit disconnect within sight of

the unit and of adequate size to handle the starting
current (see “Electrical Data” on page 5.)

ST-A1226-09

A grounding lug is provided near the line-voltage

power entrance for a ground wire.
Power wiring must be run in a rain-tight conduit.
Conduit must be run through the connector panel
below the access cover (see page 6) and attached

Wiring
to the bottom of the control box.

ST-A1226-09

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 START-UP
Start-Up
Even though the unit is factory-charged with
Refrigerant-410A, the charge must be checked
to the charge table attached to the service panel
and adjusted, if required. Allow a minimum of
15 minutes of run time before analyzing charge.

CAUTION: Single-pole contactors

are used on all standard single-phase units
through 5 tons. Caution must be exercised when
servicing as only one leg of the power supply is
broken by the contactor.
At initial start-up or after extended shutdown
periods, make sure the crankcase heater is
energized for at least 12 hours before the
compressor is started. (Disconnect switch is
on and wall thermostat is off.)

Checking Airflow
The air distribution system has the greatest effect These simple mathematical formulas can be used
on airflow. The duct system is totally controlled to determine the CFM in a residential or light
by the contractor. For this reason, the contractor commercial system.
should use only industry-recognized procedures. Electric resistance heaters can use:
The correct air quantity is critical to air CFM = volts x amps x 3.413
conditioning systems. Proper operation, efficiency,
SHC x temp rise
compressor life, and humidity control depend
on the correct balance between indoor load Gas furnaces can use:
and outdoor unit capacity. Excessive indoor CFM = Output Capacity in BTUH*
airflow increases the possibility of high humidity SHC x temp rise
problems. Low indoor airflow reduces total
*Refer to furnace data plate for furnace output capacity.
capacity can cause coil icing. Serious harm can
SHC = Sensible Heat Constant (see table below)
be done to the compressor by low airflow, such as
that caused by refrigerant flooding. An air velocity meter or airflow hood can give a
Air conditioning systems require a specified more accurate reading of the system CFM.
airflow. Each ton of cooling requires between 320 The measurement for temperature rise should be
and 450 cubic feet of air per minute (CFM). See performed at the indoor coil inlet and near the
the manufacturer’s spec sheet for rated airflow for outlet, but out of direct line of sight of the heater
the system being installed. element or heat exchanger. For best results,
Duct design and construction should be carefully measure air temperature at multiple points and
done. System performance can be lowered average the measurements to obtain coil inlet and
dramatically through bad planning or workmanship. outlet temperatures.
Air supply diffusers must be selected and located SENSIBLE HEAT SENSIBLE HEAT
Start-Up

ALTITUDE ALTITUDE
CONSTANT CONSTANT
carefully. They must be sized and positioned (FEET)
(SHC)
(FEET)
(SHC)
to deliver treated air along the perimeter of the
Sea Level 1.08 6000 0.87
space. If they are too small for their intended
airflow, they become noisy. If they are not located 500 1.07 7000 0.84
properly, they cause drafts. Return air grilles must 1000 1.05 8000 0.81
be properly sized to carry air back to the blower. If
they are too small, they also cause noise. 2000 1.01 9000 0.78
Airflow

The installers should balance the air distribution 3000 0.97 10000 0.75
system to ensure proper quiet airflow to all rooms in 4000 0.94 15000 0.61
the home. This ensures a comfortable living space.
5000 0.90 20000 0.50
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 START-UP
Evacuation and Leak Testing

Evacuation
Evacuation Procedure
Evacuation is the most important part of the entire
service procedure. The life and efficiency of the
equipment is dependent upon the thoroughness
exercised by the serviceman when evacuating air
and moisture from the system.
Air or nitrogen in the system causes high
condensing temperatures and pressure, resulting
in increased power input and nonverifiable
performance. • Gauges must be connected at this point to
Moisture chemically reacts with the refrigerant and check and adjust charge. Do not replace caps
oil to form corrosive hydrofluoric acid. This attacks yet.
motor windings and parts, causing breakdown.
IMPORTANT: Compressors
(especially scroll type) should never be used to
evacuate the air conditioning system because
internal electrical arcing may result in a damaged
or failed compressor. Never run a scroll
compressor while the system is in a vacuum or
compressor failure will occur.
Final Leak Testing
After the unit has been properly evacuated and
ST-A1226-08-00
service valves opened, a halogen leak detector
should be used to detect leaks in the system.
All piping within the condenser, evaporator, and
interconnecting tubing should be checked for
• After the system has been leak-checked and
leaks. If a leak is detected, the refrigerant should
proven sealed, connect the vacuum pump and
be recovered before repairing the leak. The Clean
evacuate system to 500 microns and hold 500
Air Act prohibits releasing refrigerant into the
microns or less for at least 15 minutes. The
atmosphere.
vacuum pump must be connected to both the
high and low sides of the system by connecting
to the two pressure ports. Use the largest size
connections available since restrictive service
connections may lead to false readings because
of pressure drop through the fittings.

• After adequate evacuation, open both service

valves by removing both brass service valve
caps with an adjustable wrench. Insert a 3/16"
[5 mm] or 5/16" [8 mm] hex wrench into the
stem and turn counterclockwise until the wrench
stops.
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 START-UP
Checking Refrigerant Charge
Charge for all systems should be checked against Supply airflow must be between 320 and 450 cfm
the Charging Chart inside the access panel cover. per rated cooling ton prior to adjusting system
charge. If a humidification system is installed,
WARNING: The top of the scroll disengage it from operation prior to charge
compressor shell is hot. Touching the compressor adjustment. Refer to the “Checking Airflow” section
top may result in serious personal injury. of this manual for further instruction.
Refrigerant

IMPORTANT: Use factory-approved NOTICE: Verify system components

charging method as outlined on the next page to are matched according to the outdoor unit
ensure proper system charge. Specification Sheet.

NOTICE: The optimum refrigerant charge Measurement Device Setup

for any outdoor unit matched with an indoor 1. With an R-410A gauge set, attach the high-
coil/air handler is affected by the application. pressure hose to the access fitting on the liquid
Therefore, charging data has been developed to (small) service valve at the OD unit.
assist the field technician in optimizing the charge 2. Attach the low-pressure hose to the access fitting
for all mounting configurations (UF – Upflow, DF on the suction (large) service valve.
– Downflow, LH – Left-Hand Discharge, and RH –
3. Attach a temperature probe within 6" [15.2 cm]
Right-Hand Discharge). Refer to the charging chart
outside of the unit on the copper liquid line
inside the access panel cover on the unit and (small line). For more accurate measurements,
choose the appropriate column for the specific clean the copper line prior to measurement and
application being installed or serviced. use a calibrated clamp-on temperature probe or
Charging Units With R-410A an insulated surface thermocouple.

Refrigerant Charging by Weight

CAUTION: R-410A pressures are NOTICE: Adjust the system charge by
approximately 60% higher (1.6 times) than R-22 weight for the straight length of the refrigerant line set.
pressures. Use appropriate care when using this For a new installation, evacuation of inter-
refrigerant. Failure to exercise care may result in connecting tubing and indoor coil is adequate;
equipment damage or personal injury. otherwise, evacuate the entire system. Use the
Charge for all systems should be checked against factory charge shown in “Electrical and Physical
the Charging Chart inside the access panel cover. Data” on page 5 of these instructions or on the
unit data plate. Note that the charge value includes
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the charge required for 15 ft. [4.6 m] of standard-size
interconnecting liquid line without a filter drier.
compressor without charge in the system.
Addition of R-410A will raise high-side pressures Calculate actual charge required with installed
(liquid and discharge). liquid line size and length using:
1/4" [6.4 mm] O.D. = .3 oz./ft. [8.5 g/.30 m]
NOTICE: System maintenance is to be 5/16" [7.9 mm] O.D. = .4 oz./ft. [11.3 g/.30 m]
performed by a qualified and certified technician.
3/8" [9.5 mm] O.D. = .6 oz./ft. [17.0 g/.30 m]
The following method is used for charging systems
1/2" [12.7 mm] O.D. = 1.2 oz./ft. [34.0 g/.30 m]
in the cooling mode. All steps listed should be
performed to ensure proper charge has been set. Add 6 oz. for field-installed filter drier.
For measuring pressures, the service valve port
on the liquid valve (small valve) and suction valve
(large valve) are to be used
Confirm ID Airflow and Coils
Are Clean
Confirm adequate indoor supply airflow prior to
starting the system. See the Technical Specification
Sheet for rated airflow for each ID/OD unit match.
Air filter(s) and coils (indoor and outdoor) are to be
clean and free of frost prior to starting the system.
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 START-UP
Checking Refrigerant Charge (cont.)
With an accurate scale (+/– 1 oz. [28.3 g]) or 2. Note the Outdoor Dry Bulb Temperature,
volumetric charging device, adjust charge ODDB° = _____°F [_____°C]. Unit charging is
difference between that shown on the unit data recommended under the following outdoor
plate and that calculated for the new system conditions ONLY:
installation. If the entire system has been Cooling Mode ONLY: 55°F [12.8°C] outdoor dry
evacuated, add the total calculated charge. bulb and above

Refrigerant
IMPORTANT: Charging by weight is 3. Locate and note the design pressures. The
correct liquid and vapor pressures are found at
not always accurate since the application can
the intersection of the installed system and the
affect the optimum refrigerant charge. Charging by
outdoor ambient temperature on the Charging
weight is considered a starting point ONLY. Always
Chart located inside the access panel cover.
check the charge by using the Charging Chart
and adjust as necessary. CHARGING BY LIQUID Liquid Pressure: = ______psig; Vapor Pressure =
SUBCOOLING MUST BE USED FOR FINAL ______psig
CHARGE ADJUSTMENT.
NOTICE: The refrigerant pressures provided
are for gross charge check ONLY. These pressure
values are typical, but may vary due to application.
Evaporator load (indoor coil in cooling mode/outdoor
coil in heating mode) will cause pressures to deviate.
Note that all systems have unique pressure curves.
The variation in the slope and value is determined
by the component selection for that indoor/outdoor
matched system. The variation from system to
system seen in the table is normal. The values listed
are for the applicable indoor coil match ONLY!
With thermostat in the “Off” position, turn on 4. If the measured liquid pressure is below the
the power to the furnace or air handler and the listed requirement for the given outdoor and
condensing unit. Start the condensing unit and the indoor conditions, add charge. If the measured
furnace or air handler with the thermostat. Verify liquid pressure is above the listed requirement
that the outdoor unit is operating and the indoor for the given outdoor and indoor conditions,
air mover is delivering the correct airflow for the remove charge.
system size.
Final Charge by Subcooling
Gross Charging by Pressures 1. After gross charging, note the designed
1. Following airflow verification and charge weigh- subcooling value. The correct subcooling value
in, run the unit for a minimum of 15 minutes is found at the intersection of the installed
prior to noting pressures and temperature. system and the outdoor ambient temperature
on the Charging Chart located inside the access
IMPORTANT: Indoor conditions panel cover.
as measured at the indoor coil must be within
2°F [1.1°C] of the following during gross charge SC° from Charging Chart = _____°F [_____°C].
(pressure) evaluation: IMPORTANT: Indoor conditions as
Cooling Mode: 80°F [26.7°C] Dry Bulb measured at the indoor coil are required to be
Heating Mode: 70°F [21.1°C] Dry Bulb between 70°F [21.1°C] and 80°F [26.7°C] dry
bulb for fine-tuned unit charge adjustment. Unit
NOTICE: If the Indoor temperature is above charging is recommended under the following
or below this range, run the system to bring the outdoor conditions ONLY:
temperature down or run the electric heat/furnace Cooling Mode ONLY: 55°F [12.8°C] outdoor dry
to bring the temperature within this range. System bulb and above
pressure values provided in the Charging Chart for
outdoor dry bulbs corresponding to conditions outside
of these ranges are provided as reference ONLY.

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 START-UP
Checking Refrigerant Charge (cont.)
conditions, add charge. If the measured subcool
NOTICE: If the indoor temperature is is above the listed requirement for the given
above or below the recommended range, run the
system to bring the temperature down or run the outdoor and indoor conditions, remove charge.
electric heat/furnace to bring the temperature Finishing Up Installation
up. System subcooling values provided in
the Charging Chart for outdoor dry bulbs • Disconnect pressure gauges from pressure ports;
corresponding to conditions outside of the above then replace the pressure port caps and tighten
Refrigerant

range are provided as reference ONLY. adequately to seal caps. Do not overtighten.
2. Note the measured Liquid Pressure, Pliq = • Replace the service valve caps finger-tight
______psig, as measured from the liquid and then tighten with an open-end wrench
(small) service valve. Use the Temperature adequately to seal caps. Do not overtighten.
Pressure Chart below to note the corresponding
saturation temperature for R-410A at the • Replace control box cover and service panel and
measured liquid pressure. install screws to secure service panel.
Liquid Saturation Temperature, SAT°= _____°F • Restore power to unit at disconnect if required.
[_____°C]. • Configure indoor thermostat per the thermostat
3. Note the liquid line temperature, Liq° = _____°F installation instructions and set thermostat to
[_____°C], as measured from a temperature desired mode and temperature.
probe located within 6" [15.2 cm] outside of
the unit on the copper liquid line (small line). NOTICE: Systems should not be fine-
It is recommended to use a calibrated clamp- tune charged below 40°F [4.4°C] outdoor dry bulb.
on temperature probe or an insulated surface
thermocouple. IMPORTANT: Excessive use of
4. Subtract the liquid line temperature from the elbows in the refrigerant line set can produce
saturation temperature to calculate subcooling. excessive pressure drop. Follow industry
SAT°_____°F [_____°C] - Liq°_____°F [_____°C] = best practices for installation. Installation
SC°_____°F [_____°C] and commissioning of this equipment is to
5. Adjust charge to obtain the specified subcooling be performed by trained and qualified HVAC
value. If the measured subcool is below the listed professionals. For technical assistance, contact
requirement for the given outdoor and indoor your Distributor Service Coordinator.

TEMPERATURE PRESSURE CHART

SATURATION R-410A SATURATION R-410A SATURATION R-410A SATURATION R-410A
TEMP PSIG TEMP PSIG TEMP PSIG TEMP PSIG
(Deg. F) [Deg. (Deg. F) [Deg. (Deg. F) [Deg. (Deg. F) [Deg.
C] C] C] C]
-150 [-101] – -30 [-34] 17.9 35 [2] 107.5 100 [38] 317.4
-140 [-96] – -25 [-32] 22.0 40 [4] 118.5 105 [41] 340.6
-130 [-90] – -20 [-29] 26.4 45 [7] 130.2 110 [43] 365.1
-120 [-84] – -15 [-26] 31.3 50 [10] 142.7 115 [46] 390.9
-110 [-79] – -10 [-23] 36.5 55 [13] 156.0 120 [49] 418.0
-100 [-73] – -5 [-21] 42.2 60 [16] 170.1 125 [52] 446.5
-90 [-68] – 0 [-18] 48.4 65 [18] 185.1 130 [54] 476.5
-80 [-62] – 5 [-15] 55.1 70 [21] 201.0 135 [57] 508.0
-70 [-57] – 10 [-12] 62.4 75 [24] 217.8 140 [60] 541.2
-60 [-51] 0.4 15 [-9] 70.2 80 [27] 235.6 145 [63] 576.0
-50 [-46] 5.1 20 [-7] 78.5 85 [29] 254.5 150 [66] 612.8
-40 [-40] 10.9 25 [-4] 87.5 90 [32] 274.3
-35 [-37] 14.2 30 [-1] 97.2 95 [35] 295.3
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 COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS
Compressor Crankcase Heat (CCH)
While scroll compressors usually do not require • When a low ambient control is used for system
crankcase heaters, there are instances when a operation below 55°F.
heater should be added. Refrigerant migration All heaters are located on the lower half of the
during the off cycle can result in a noisy start up. compressor shell. Its purpose is to drive refrigerant
Add a crankcase heater to minimize refrigerant from the compressor shell during long off cycles,
migration and to help eliminate any start up noise thus preventing damage to the compressor during
or bearing “wash out.”
start-up.
NOTE: A crankcase heater should be installed if:
At initial start-up or after extended shutdown
• The system charge exceeds the values listed in periods, make sure the heater is energized for at
the adjacent tables, least 12 hours before the compressor is started.
• The system is subject to low voltage variations, (Disconnect switch is on and wall thermostat is off.)
or

MAXIMUM SYSTEM CHARGE VALUES

Components
RA14 Charge Limit
Model Compressor Without Crankcase
Size Model Number Heat (1 Phase)
18AJ ZP14KAE/ZP14K6E 9.6 lbs.
24AJ ZP20KAE 9.6 lbs.
30AJ ZP24K5E 9.6 lbs.
36AJ ZP29K5E 9.6 lbs.
42AJ ZP34K5E 12 lbs.
48AJ ZP39K5E 12 lbs.
60AJ ZP49K6E 12 lbs.
36AC ZP31K6E-TF5 9.6 lbs.
42AC ZP34K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
48AC ZP42K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
60AC ZP51K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
36AD ZP31K6E-TFD 9.6 lbs.
42AD ZP34K5E-TFD 12 lbs.
MAXIMUM SYSTEM CHARGE VALUES 48AD ZP42K5E-TFD 12 lbs.
60AD ZP51K5E-TFD 12 lbs.
RA13 Charge Limit
Model Compressor Without Crankcase
Size Model Number Heat (1 Phase)
18AJ ZP14KAE/ZP14K6E 9.6 lbs. MAXIMUM SYSTEM CHARGE VALUES
24AJ ZP20KAE 9.6 lbs.
30AJ ZP24K5E 9.6 lbs. RA14XXW Charge Limit
Model Compressor Without Crankcase
36AJ ZP31K6E 9.6 lbs. Size Model Number Heat (1 Phase)
42AJ ZP34K5E 12 lbs.
18WJ ZP14KAE 9.6 lbs.
48AJ ZP42K5E 12 lbs.
24WJ ZP20K6E 9.6 lbs.
60AJ ZP51K5E 12 lbs.
30WJ ZP24K6E 9.6 lbs.
36AC ZP31K6E-TF5 9.6 lbs.
36WJ ZP31K6E 9.6 lbs.
42AC ZP34K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
42WJ ZP34K6E 12 lbs.
48AC ZP42K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
36WC ZP31K6E-TF5 9.6 lbs.
60AC ZP51K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
42WC ZP34K5E-TF5 12 lbs.
36AD ZP31K6E-TFD 9.6 lbs.
42AD ZP34K5E-TFD 12 lbs.
48AD ZP42K5E-TFD 12 lbs.
60AD ZP51K5E-TFD 12 lbs.
48AY ZP42K5E-TFE 12 lbs. MAXIMUM SYSTEM CHARGE VALUES
60AY ZP51K5E-TFE 12 lbs. RA16 Charge Limit
Model Compressor Without Crankcase
Size Model Number Heat (1 Phase)
18AJ ZP14K6E 9.6 lbs.
24AJ ZP21K6E 9.6 lbs.
30AJ ZP24K6E 9.6 lbs.
36AJ ZP31K6E 9.6 lbs.
42AJ ZP34K6E 12 lbs.
48AJ ZP38K6E 12 lbs.
60AJ ZP49K6E 12 lbs.
60BJ ZP49K6E 12 lbs.
36AC ZP31K6E-TF5 12 lbs.
42AC ZP34K6E-TF5 12 lbs.
48AC ZP38K6E-TF5 12 lbs.
60AC ZP49K6E-TF5 12 lbs.

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 COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS
High- and Low-Pressure Controls (HPC and LPC)
HPC and LPC are not installed on RA13**AJINA,
but can be field installed using the followiing CAUTION: The compressor has
kit numbers: RXAB-A0z (high pressure control) an internal overload protector. Under some
and RXAC-A0Z (low pressure control). These conditions, it can take up to 2 hours for this
controls keep the compressor from operating in overload to reset. Make sure overload has had
pressure ranges which can cause damage to the time to reset before condemning the compressor.
compressor. Both controls are in the low-voltage
control circuit.
The high-pressure control (HPC) is an automatic-
reset which opens near 610 PSIG and closes near
420 PSIG.
The low-pressure control (LPC) is an automatic-
reset which opens near 15 PSIG and closes near
Components

40 PSIG.

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 ACCESSORIES
WARNING: Turn off electric power Time Delay Control
at the fuse box or service panel before making
any electrical connections. Also, the ground
(Part No. RXMD-B01)
connection must be completed before making line The time delay control is in the low voltage control
voltage connections. Failure to do so can result in circuit. When the compressor shuts off due to a
electrical shock, severe personal injury, or death. power failure or thermostat operation, this control
keeps it off at least 5 minutes which allows the
system pressure to equalize, thus not damaging
CAUTION: the compressor or blowing fuses on start-up.
SINGLE POLE COMPRESSOR
CONTACTOR (CC): Low Ambient Control (LAC)
Single pole contactors are used on all single- (Part No. RXAD-A08)
phase units up through 5 tons. Caution must be
This component senses compressor head
exercised when servicing as only one leg of the
pressure and shuts the heat pump fan off when
power supply is broken with the contactor.
the head pressure drops to approximately 250
PSIG. This allows the unit to build a sufficient head
pressure at lower outdoor ambient (down to 0°F
[-18°C]) in order to maintain system balance and
obtain improved capacity. Low ambient control
should be used on all equipment operated below
70°F [21°C} ambient.

Hard Start Components

Accessories
Start components are not usually required with
the scroll compressors used in RA13 condensing
units, but are available for special cases and
where start components are desirable to reduce
light dimming.

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 DIAGNOSTICS
Electrical Checks Flowchart

Unit
Running?
YES
NO Go to Mechanical Checks
for Cooling or Heating
Thermostat
Problem?
YES

Repair and
Recheck NO

Transformer
Problem?
YES

Repair and
Recheck NO

Voltage on Compressor
Side of Contactor?
YES NO

Run Capacitor Voltage on Line

Diagnostics

Side of Contactor?
NO
Start Capacitor YES
Circuit Breakers or
Fuses Open
Compressor
NO
Potential Relay Contactor
YES

Compressor Internal Compressor Winding

Hi Pressure Cut-Out
Overload Open Grounded

Compressor
Unit WiringWinding
and Outdoor Fan Motor Hot Gas Sensor
Connections
Open Grounded

Unit Wiring and Compressor

Connections Grounded Capacitor Time-Delay

Unit Wiring and

Replace Fuses or Reset Connections
Breakers and Recheck
System

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 DIAGNOSTICS
Cooling Mechanical Checks Flowchart

Outdoor Unit
Running?
NO
YES Go to Electrical
Checks Flowchart
Pressure
Problems?

High Head Low Liquid Low Suction

Pressure Pressure Pressure

Dirty Outdoor Low on

Dirty Filters
Coil Charge

Inoperative Outdoor Open IPR

Dirty Indoor Coil
Fan Valve

Low Ambient Inadequate Indoor

Overcharge
Temperature Airflow

Recirculation of Bad Inoperative Indoor

Outdoor Air Compressor Blower

Outdoor Check
Noncondensibles Low on Charge
Valve Closed

Diagnostics
Higher Than Ambient Air Restricted Indoor Restricted Indoor
Entering Outdoor Coil Metering Device Metering Device

Wrong Outdoor Restricted Restriction in

Fan Rotation Filter Drier System

Recirculation of
Indoor Air

Wrong Indoor
Blower Rotation

Inadequate Ducts

Outdoor Check
Valve Closed

Restricted
Filter Drier

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 DIAGNOSTICS
General Troubleshooting Chart
WARNING: Disconnect all power to
unit before servicing. Contactor may break only one
side. Failure to shut off power can cause electrical
shock resulting in personal injury or death.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Unit will not run • Power off or loose electrical connection • Check for correct voltage at line voltage connections in
condensing unit.
• Thermostat out of calibration – set too high • Reset.
• Defective control board • Check control board diagnostic codes.
• Blown fuses/tripped breaker • Replace fuses/reset breaker.
• Transformer defective • Check wiring. Replace transformer.
• High-pressure control open • Reset. Also see high head pressure remedy. The high-
Low-pressure control open pressure control opens at 610 PSIG.
• Miswiring of communications (communication • Check communication wiring.
light on continuously)
Outdoor fan runs, • Run or start capacitor defective • Replace.
compressor doesn't • Contactor defective • Replace.
• Loose connection • Check for correct voltage at compressor. Check and
tighten all connections.
• Compressor stuck, grounded or open motor • Wait at least 3 hours for overload to reset. If still open,
winding, open internal overload. replace the compressor.
• Low-voltage condition • Add start kit components.
Insufficient cooling • Improperly sized unit • Recalculate load.
• Improper indoor airflow • Check. Should be approximately 400 CFM per ton.
• Incorrect refrigerant charge • Charge per procedure attached to unit service panel.
• Air, noncondensibles, or moisture in system • Recover refrigerant. Evacuate and recharge. Add filter
drier.
• Bad ID TXV • Replace TXV
Compressor short • Incorrect voltage • At compressor terminals, voltage must be ± 10% of
cycles nameplate marking when unit is operating.
• Defective overload protector • Replace. Check for correct voltage.
• Refrigerant undercharge • Add refrigerant.
Diagnostics

Registers sweat • Low indoor airflow • Increase speed of blower or reduce restriction.
Replace air filter.
High head, low vapor • Restriction in liquid line, expansion device, or • Remove or replace defective component.
pressures filter drier
• Bad TXV • Replace TXV.
High head, high • Dirty outdoor coil • Clean coil.
or normal vapor • Refrigerant overcharge • Correct system charge.
pressure – Cooling • Outdoor fan not running • Repair or replace.
mode • Air or noncondensibles in system • Recover refrigerant. Evacuate and recharge.
Low head, high vapor • Bad TXV • Replace TXV.
pressures • Bad compressor • Replace compressor.
Low vapor, cool • Low indoor airflow • Increase speed of blower or reduce restriction.
compressor, iced Replace air filter.
indoor coil • Operating below 65°F outdoors • Add Low Ambient Kit.
• Moisture in system • Recover refrigerant. Evacuate and recharge. Add filter
drier.
• Closed ID circuit • Repair or replace ID coil
High vapor pressure • Excessive load • Recheck load calculation.
• Defective compressor • Replace.
Fluctuating head and • TXV hunting • Check TXV bulb clamp. Check air distribution on coil.
vapor pressures Replace TXV.
• Air or noncondensibles in system • Recover refrigerant. Evacuate and recharge.
Gurgle or pulsing • Air or noncondensibles in system • Recover refrigerant. Evacuate and recharge.
noise at expansion
device or liquid line

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 DIAGNOSTICS
Service Analyzer Charts
COMPRESSOR OVERHEATING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK/REMEDY
High superheat Low charge Check system charge.
(greater than 15°F
[-9°C] at coil) Faulty metering device Restricted cap tube, TEV (TXV)
Power element superheat out of adjustment internally
Foreign matter stopping flow
High internal load Hot air (attic) entering return
Heat source on; miswired or faulty control
Restriction in liquid line Drier plugged.
Line kinked.
Low head pressure Low charge
Operating in low ambient temperatures
Suction or liquid line subjected to high heat Hot attic / insulate liquid line
source
Hot water line
Low line voltage Loose wire connections Check wiring.
Power company problem, transformer Have problem corrected before diagnosis continues.
Undersized wire feeding unit Correct and complete diagnosis.
High line voltage Power company problem Have problem corrected.

High head Overcharge Check system charge.

pressure
Dirty outdoor coil Clean coil.
Faulty or wrong size outdoor fan motor Replace fan motor.

Diagnostics
Faulty fan blade or wrong rotation Replace fan blade.
Replace with correct rotation motor.
Recirculation of air Correct installation.
Additional heat source Check for dryer vent near unit.
Check for recirculation from other equipment.
Noncondensibles Recover refrigerant. Evacuate and recharge system.
Equipment not matched Correct mismatch.
Short cycling of com- Faulty pressure control Replace pressure control.
pressor
Loose wiring Check unit wiring.
Thermostat Located in supply air stream
Differential setting too close
Customer misuse
TEV Internal foreign matter
Power element failure
Valve too small
Distributor tube/tubes restricted
Distributor tube Restricted with foreign matter
Kinked
I.D. reduced from previous compressor failure

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Service Analyzer Charts
COMPRESSOR OVERHEATING (cont.)
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK OR REMEDIES
Short cycling of Low charge Check system charge.
compressor (cont.)
Low evaporator airflow Dirty coil
Dirty filter
Duct too small or restricted
Faulty run capacitor Replace.
Faulty internal overload Replace compressor.

Faulty Compressor Fast equalization/Low pressure difference Replace compressor and examine system to
Valves locate reason.

ELECTRICAL
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK OR REMEDIES
Voltage present on Compressor start components Check start capacitor.
load side of com-
pressor contactor Check potential relay.
and compressor
won't run Run capacitor Check with ohmmeter

Internal overload Allow time to reset.

Compressor windings Check for correct ohms.
Voltage present on Thermostat Check for control voltage to contactor coil.
line side of com-
pressor contactor Compressor control circuit High-pressure switch
only
Low-pressure switch
Ambient thermostat
Diagnostics

Solid-state protection control or internal thermal sensors

Compressor timed off/on control or interlock
No voltage on line Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker Check for short in wiring or unit.
side of compressor
contactor Improper wiring Recheck wiring diagram.

Improper voltage High voltage Wrong unit

Power supply problem

Low voltage Wrong unit
Power supply problem

Wiring undersized

Loose connections

Single Phasing (3 phase) Check incoming power and fusing.

FLOODED STARTS
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECK OR REMEDIES
Liquid in the com- Faulty or missing crankcase heater Replace crankcase heater.
pressor shell

Too much liquid in Incorrect piping Check piping guidelines.

system
Overcharge Check and adjust charge.

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 DIAGNOSTICS
Service Analyzer Charts
CONTAMINATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Moisture Poor evacuation on installation or during service In each case, the cure is the same. Recover refrigerant.
Add filter drier, evacuate, and recharge.
High head pressure Noncondensibles air
Unusual head and Wrong refrigerant or mixed refrigerants
suction readings
Foreign matter – Copper tubing cuttings
copper filings
Copper oxide Dirty copper piping or nitrogen not used when
brazing
Welding scale Nitrogen not used during brazing
Soldering flux Adding flux before seating copper partway
Excess soft solder Wrong solder material

LOSS OF LUBRICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Compressor failures Line tubing too large Reduce pipe size to improve oil return.
Low suction pressure Low charge Check system charge.
Refrigerant leaks Repair and recharge.
Cold, noisy Dilution of oil with refrigerant Observe piping guidelines.
compressor –
Slugging
Noisy compressor Migration Check crankcase heater.
Cold, sweating Flooding Check system charge.

Diagnostics
compressor
Low load Reduced airflow Dirty filter
Dirty coil
Wrong duct size
Restricted duct
Thermostat setting Advise customer.
Short cycling of Faulty high- or low-pressure control Replace control.
compressor
Loose wiring Check all control wires.
Thermostat In supply air stream, out of calibration
Customer misuse

SLUGGING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
On start-up Incorrect piping Review pipe size guidelines.
TEV hunting when Faulty TEV Replace TEV.
running

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 DIAGNOSTICS
Service Analyzer Charts
FLOODING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Loose sensing bulb Secure the bulb and insulate.

Poor system control Bulb in wrong location Relocate bulb.

using a TEV Wrong size TEV Use correct replacement.
Improper superheat setting (less than 5°F [-15°C]) Replace TEV.

THERMOSTATIC EXPANSION VALVES

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Moisture freezing and blocking valve Recover charge, install filter-drier, evacuate system,
recharge.
Dirt or foreign material blocking valve Recover charge, install filter-drier, evacuate system,
recharge.
Low refrigerant charge Correct the charge.
Vapor bubbles in liquid line Remove restriction in liquid line. Correct the refrigerant
charge.
High Superheat, Low Remove noncondensible gases.
Suction Pressure
(superheat over Size liquid line correctly.
15°F [-9°C])
Misapplication of internally equalized valve Use correct TEV.
Plugged external equalizer line Remove external equalizer line restriction.
Undersized TEV Replace with correct valve.
Loss of charge from power head sensing bulb Replace power head or complete TEV.
Charge migration from sensing bulb to power Ensure TEV is warmer than sensing bulb.
head (Warm power head with warm, wet cloth.
Diagnostics

Does valve operate correctly now?)

Moisture causing valve to stick open. Recover refrigerant, replace filter-drier, evacuate system,
and recharge.
Dirt or foreign material causing valve to stick Recover refrigerant, replace filter drier, evacuate system,
open and recharge.
TEV seat leak (a gurgling or hissing sound is Replace the TEV.
Valve feeds too much heard AT THE TEV during the off cycle, if this is
refrigerant, with low the cause). NOT APPLICABLE TO BLEED PORT
superheat and higher VALVES.
than normal suction
Oversized TEV Install correct TEV.
pressure
Incorrect sensing bulb location Install bulb with two mounting straps, in 2:00 or 4:00
position on suction line, with insulation.
Low superheat adjustment Replace TEV.
Incorrectly installed, or restricted external Remove restriction, or relocate external equalizer.
equalizer line

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 DIAGNOSTICS
Service Analyzer Charts
THERMOSTATIC EXPANSION VALVES (cont.)
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Refrigerant drainage from flooded evaporator Install trap riser to the top of the evaporator coil.
Inoperable crankcase heater or crankcase heater Replace or add crankcase heater.
Compressor flood
needed
back upon start-up
Any of the causes listed under symptoms of Any of the solutions listed under solutions of Electrical
Electrical problems on page 45 problems on page 45
Unequal evaporator circuit loading Ensure airflow is equally distributed through evaporator.
Superheat is low to Check for blocked distributor tubes.
normal with low
suction pressure Low load or airflow entering evaporator coil Ensure blower is moving proper air CFM.
Remove/Correct any airflow restriction.
Expansion valve is oversized Install correct TEV.
Sensing bulb is affected by liquid refrigerant or Relocate sensing bulb in another position around the
refrigerant oil flowing through suction line circumference of the suction line.
Superheat and
suction pressure Unequal refrigerant flow through evaporator Ensure sensing bulb is located properly.
fluctuate (valve is circuits
hunting)
Check for blocked distributor tubes.

Moisture freezing and partially blocking TEV Recover refrigerant, change filter-drier, evacuate system,
and recharge.
External equalizer line not connected or line Connect equalizer line in proper location, or remove any
plugged blockage.
Valve does not
Sensing bulb lost its operating charge Replace TEV.
regulate at all
Valve body damaged during soldering or by Replace TEV.
improper installation

Diagnostics

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 DIAGNOSTICS
COOLING MODE
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
INDICATORS
SYSTEM DISCHARGE SUCTION SUPERHEAT SUBCOOLING COMPRESSOR
PROBLEM PRESSURE PRESSURE Normal: 5°–15°F Normal: See AMPS
[-15° – -9°C] Charging Chart
Overcharge High High Low High High
Undercharge Low Low High Low Low
Liquid Restriction
(Drier) Low Low High High Low

Low Indoor Airflow Low Low Low Low Low

Dirty Outdoor Coil High High Low Low High
Low Outdoor
Ambient Temperature Low Low High High Low

Inefficient
Compressor Low High High High Low

Indoor TXV Feeler

Bulb Charge Lost Low Low High High Low

Poorly Insulated
Indoor Sensing Bulb High High Low Low High
Diagnostics

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 WIRING DIAGRAMS
For Single-Phase Models

Wiring Diagrams

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 WIRING DIAGRAMS
For Three-Phase Models
Wiring Diagrams

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