Amana REMOTE CONDENSING UNIT User's Manual
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1. the customer This includes all safety precautions and related items Prior to actual installation thoroughly familiarize yourself with this Instruction Manual Pay special attention to all safety warnings Often during installation or repair it is possible to place yourself in a position which is more hazardous than when the unit is in operation Remember it is your responsibility to install the product safely and to Know it well enough to be able to instruct a customer in its safe use Safety is a matter of common sense a matter of thinking before acting Most dealers have a list of specific good safety practices follow them The precautions listed in this Installation Manual are intended as supplemental to existing practices However if there is a direct conflict between existing practices and the content of this manual the precautions listed here take precedence Table of Contents Safety and Operational Tips ccccccccceccceececeeeseeceeeeeeeeesseeseeeeseeeseueesaeeeaes 2 IMPORTANT SYSTEM INFORMATION ccccccccccccceeseeseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 3 Typical Thermostat Operation ccccccceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeneseneceneeeneseneeeneess 4 CTE 9 Ler aoe eo en oe a ee eee ee ee ee eee 6 Electrical Power Supply six eseseeesiencetasescendemediadasndenecant once lanedaxabncceceebnieedecsdeuedendens 6 FS SSN E A E E A E E seco y aasweasenetts 6 MamntenahC sssini ee eee eee 7 Routine Maintenance v2. these heaters will shut off automatically These heaters work effectively but not rapidly If your outdoor unit has a crankcase heater and the power has been disconnected from your outdoor unit for more than two hours you must connect electrical power to the outdoor unit for at least four hours before setting the thermostat so as to cause the unit to come on Not all outdoor units have crankcase heaters If you are not certain whether yours does or not contact your dealer If your outdoor air conditioning not heat pump unit does have a crankcase heater you may wish to shut it off in the fall after cooling season is completely over To do this simply open the disconnect switch which is near the outdoor unit or turn the proper circuit breaker at the electrical panel to the OFF position This could save you a small amount of your winter electrical bills If you choose to do this remember a four hour warm up period with the electrical power connected is necessary before running the air conditioner again in the spring If you forget this warm up period you run the risk of severe equipment damage Refrigerant Your comfort system uses R 22 as a refrigerant R 22 has been used as a refrigerant for many years It is classified as an HCFC Hydrochlorofluorocarbons Recent evidence suggests that HCFCs when released into the atmosphere play a role in the thinning of the earth s ozone layer Therefore the EPA Environmental Prot
3. REMOTE CONDENSING UNIT User s Information Manual SS EAS Sk DMZ See FESR Thank you for investing in our quality Comfort System The air conditioner you have purchased is part of a Split System and has both indoor and outdoor components With proper installation and maintenance it should provide you with years of dependable service Take time to familiarize yourself with the information concerning unit features operation and maintenance contained within this manual Check the serial plate for model identification Record this information on the last page of this booklet Please read this User s Manual carefully and follow the instructions given Keep it in a safe place for future reference Your warranty certificate is supplied with this unit Read it carefully and note what is covered Keep it and a copy of the bill received from your dealer in a safe place for future reference This can serve as proof of the date of installa tion Heating amp Air Conditioning Amana a trademark of Maytag Corporation and is used i qi na under license to Goodman Company L P All rights reserved LASTS AND LASTS AND LASTS Part No 10659202 Rev 6 1997 2004 Goodman Company L P Printed in U S A March 2004 Amana ATTENTION INSTALLING PERSONNEL As a professional installer you have an obligation to know the product better than
4. al assistance line for dealers Your telephone company will bill you for the call AsU re Ask your participating dealer about our extended service plan It adds to the strong warranty with additional parts and labor coverage EATENUDEUD SERVICE FLAN Asure is a service mark of Maytag Corporation and is used under license to Goodman Company L P All rights reserved Maintenance We strongly recommend a bi annual maintenance checkup be performed before the heating and cooling seasons begin by a qualified servicer Routine Maintenance REPLACE OR CLEAN FILTER IMPORTANT NOTE Never operate unit without a filter installed as dust and lint will build up on internal parts resulting in loss of efficiency equipment damage and possible fire An indoor air filter must be used with your comfort system A properly maintained filter will keep the indoor coil of your comfort system clean A dirty coil could cause poor operation and or severe equipment damage Your air filter or filters could be located in your furnace in a blower unit or in filter grilles in your ceiling or walls The installer of your air conditioner or heat pump can tell you where your filter s are and how to clean or replace them Check your filter s at least once a month When they are dirty clean or replace them You may want to ask your dealer about high efficiency filters High efficiency filters are available in both elec tronic and non electr
5. ars ssdhcasi actasoamay taauniamesnietenlannedaanianesinintetnitentnnieecinadianbaduanieneqnaae T Before Calling Your Servicer cccccccsceeeseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeneeeeneseneesenees 8 Sate and Operational Tips To maintain greater personal comfort run the fan continuously This will minimize air pockets that are too cool or warm for your liking To ensure proper operation be sure that the unit has unrestricted airflow see Installation Instructions for clearances The unit area must be kept clear of grass clippings leaves or other debris Establish a regular service and maintenance schedule to ensure efficient and safe operation of the unit To keep the unit efficiency at an optimal level ensure that supply and return air registers are not blocked Drapes furniture and toys are some of the items commonly found obstructing registers Important System Information Here is the Model number Manufacturing number and Serial number of your unit MODEL MFG PIC SERIAL CRANKCASE HEATER YES Record installer information below Installing Company Telephone Number Installation Date Space has been provided below to record the Model Manufacturing and Serial numbers of the indoor air handler A coil or accessory equipment installed with your unit Recording this information here will assist you in the future should service be required Note Some accessories will not have seria
6. ch near the indoor furnace or blower to confirm that it is closed e Check the outdoor unit to confirm that it has not been covered on the sides or the top If it has been covered by a large object that you can easily remove you may do so without calling a servicer If it is covered with dirt or debris call a qualified servicer to clean it e Check the indoor air inlets and outlets to confirm that they are not blocked by rugs curtains or other objects or have not been accidentally closed If air cannot get into a room the room will not be comfortable e If airflow through all the air outlets seems low check the filter If it is dirty clean or replace it 1997 2004 Goodman Company L P March 2004
7. ection Agency a branch of the U S Federal Gov ernment is beginning to implement new regulations regarding the purchase handling and use of HCFCs including R 22 Some of these regulations may increase the cost of installation and service work on air condition ing and refrigeration equipment When your comfort system is operating properly the refrigerant is contained within airtight passages No refrigerant escapes into the atmosphere during normal operation When repair or replacement of your comfort system becomes necessary it is essential that you hire a qualified servicer to perform the work A qualified servicer will have the tools and training necessary to ensure that EPA regulations are followed U S residents who ignore or intentionally violate the EPA regulations are in violation of the law and may be subject to fines or other penalties Most of your questions can be answered by your local dealer Check with your dealer first if you need further informa tion regarding the operation maintenance or service of your unit If you have other matters that cannot be resolved locally or you need additional information regarding other heating and cooling products offered by us please call CONSUMER INFORMATION LINE AMANA TOLL FREE 1 877 254 4729 U S only email us at customerservice goodmanmfg com fax us at 731 856 1821 Not a technical assistance line for dealers Outside the U S call 1 713 861 2500 Not a technic
8. eral built in safety features that may automatically shut off the unit under abnormal operating conditions If your system does not operate normally take time to perform the following checks before requesting service A couple of simple checks may allow you to avoid a service call If the following steps do not resolve the problem contact a qualified servicer for further troubleshooting and or repairs Do not attempt troubleshooting beyond that which is outlined below e Check the thermostat to confirm that it is properly set e Wait 15 minutes Some devices in the outdoor unit or in programmable thermostats will prevent compressor operation for awhile and then reset automatically Also some power companies will install devices which shut off air conditioners for several minutes on hot days If you wait several minutes the unit may begin operation on its Own e Check the electrical panel to see if any circuit breakers have tripped or fuses have failed If they have you may reset the circuit breaker s or replace the fuse s once without calling a servicer To avoid the risk of equipment damage or fire install the same amperage or fuse as you are replacing If the circuit breaker or fuse should open again within thirty days contact a qualified servicer to correct the problem If you repeatedly reset the breaker or replace the fuse without having the problem corrected you run the risk of severe equipment damage Check the disconnect swit
9. essor but your dealer is not able to the room becomes heat will not be pro service it immediately With some comfort vided systems the EMERGENCY HEAT setting AUTO Your comfort system will provide heat when may also be used to provide a quicker the temperature in the room falls below the warm up of the room Once the warm up is temperature selected and will provide cool completed you should usually return the ing when the temperature in the room rises system switch to the HEAT or AUTO setting above the temperature selected With most If you leave the system switch in the EMER of these thermostats you will have a tem GENCY HEAT setting it may increase your perature range in which neither heating or operating costs cooling is being provided The AUTO set ting will help your building avoid tempera NOTE Keeping your windows closed whenever the ture extremes but it may increase your thermostat SYSTEM switch is in the HEAT COOL or operating costs AUTO setting will keep operating costs down Oo henneett Cool Heat The Fan switch may include settings of AUTO and ON Temperature Control Dials Suten swten Acon AUTO The indoor fan i ing when heati Switch switch The indoor fan is operating when heating or cooling is being provided NOTE With System only cools fan some comfort systems the indoor fan may 600 ON rneat meting Syst continue to run for a short time after the Eza ORS of andon compressor shuts off Wi
10. l numbers MODEL MODEL MFG MFG SERIAL SERIAL NOTE If safety labels are missing or illegible contact the installing dealer for ordering information A WARN NG FIRE AND OR SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Ca REFRIGERANT MUST BE REMOVED FROM BOTH THE LOW AND HIGH PRESSURE SIDES OF THE SYSTEM HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS PEFORE Hee Err er eE Fan blades may start rotating automatically Do not apply power to this appliance or compressor if the compressor terminal A WARNING cover has been removed or is not firmly A WARNING Risk of electric shock or death in place Disconnect remote electric power A AVERTISSEMENT supply or supplies before servicing This compartment must be closed PIECES MOBILES DANGEREUSES except when servicing Les ailes du ventilateur peuvent A AVERTI SSEMENT commencer a tourner automatiquement 23 Danger de choc lectrique ou N applique pas le pouvoir a cet appareil de mort ou compressor si la borne couvre a t eee boite a fusibles enlev e ou n est pas fermement dans Ga compartment ditta ster ferme endroit sauf pour l entretien 20183701 Typical Thermostat Operation Your thermostat is the control center for your Split System It is very important that the thermostat be located where it can best sense the average room temperature It must not be located where it is exposed to hot or cold drafts or to hot or cold spots on the wall such as those received from out
11. onic types These filters can do a better job of catching small airborne particles CLEAN OuTSIDE Colt QUALIFIED SERVICER ONLY To avoid personal injury or death due to electrical shock disconnect the electrical power before cleaning the coil s Air must be able to flow through the outdoor unit of your comfort system Do not construct a fence near the unit or build a deck or patio over the unit without first dis cussing your plans with your dealer or other qualified servicer Restricted airflow could lead to poor operation and or severe equipment damage Likewise it is important to keep the outdoor coil clean Dirt leaves or debris could also restrict the airflow If cleaning of the outdoor coil becomes necessary hire a qualified servicer Inexperienced people could easily puncture the copper tubing in the coil Even a small hole in the tubing could eventually cause a large loss of refrigerant Loss of refrigerant can cause poor operation and or severe equipment damage Do not use a condensing unit cover to protect the outdoor unit during the winter unless you first discuss it with your dealer Any cover used must include breath able fabric to avoid moisture buildup COMPRESSOR The compressor motor is hermetically sealed and does not require additional oiling Motors Indoor and outdoor fan motors are permanently lubri cated and do not require addtional oiling Before Calling Your Servicer There are sev
12. side walls walls with pipes inside or from openings into the attic Because of the wide variety of programmable thermostats available we cannot describe how all of them work However a typical thermostat has two switches a SYSTEM switch and a FAN switch To avoid possible equipment damage personal injury fire or death the following instructions must be observed regarding unit location air requirements and operating procedures The SYSTEM switch can include settings of HEAT EMERGENCY OFF COOL AUTO HEAT EMERGENCY HEAT is only used with heat pumps Emergency heat means the com HEAT Your comfort system provides heat when pressor i e the outdoor unit is turned off the temperature in the room falls below the l temperature selected No matter how warm and your backup source if present will pro the room becomes cooling will not be pro vide heat when the temperatures in the vided room falls below the temperature selected No matter how warm the room becomes cooling will not be provided The backup source is usually electricity but it may be a OFF Your comfort system will not provide heating or cooling no matter how cold or hot the room becomes gas or oil furnace The EMERGENCY HEAT COOL Your comfort system provides cooling when setting may be used if you suspect a prob the temperature in the room rises above the lem exists with the heat provided by the temperature selected No matter how cold compr
13. th most gas fur ystem only heats fan i o ON irealmelme naces the indoor fan will start a short time No heati ling i Solea O o after the burners are lit and will keep run Fan Switch Switch ning for a short time after the burners shut l off When your comfort system is not heat Typical Thermostat ing or cooling the fan will not run ON The indoor fan runs continuously Typical Thermostat Operation Do not exceed the set point limits preset at the factory As shipped from the factory your comfort system is designed to provide cooling only when the outdoor temperature is 55 F or higher Exceeding these limits may result in severe equipment damage In some commercial applications or in a few homes you may need cooling indoors even when the outdoor temperature is less than 55 F If you do discuss it with your dealer before operating your comfort system during cool weather In most homes these limits will not cause problems To avoid potential problems you may want to remind children not to play with the thermostat Over adjusting or jiggling the thermostat switch will cause the compressor on the outdoor unit to turn on then off then quickly on again Eventually this will cause a blown fuse a tripped circuit breaker and or a damaged compressor Do not move the temperature selector on the thermostat for at least five minutes after the compressor has shut off IMPORTANT Keep light bulbs and o
14. ther heat sources away from the thermostat Heat from these items may cause the thermostat to falsely register the temperature of the room as warm when in actuality it may be quite cold Residential room thermostats must be exposed to the air in the room in order to accurately control room temperature It must not be covered Thermostats used in commercial buildings however can be covered if approved thermostat guards are used If you need a thermostat guard for your commercial building contact your dealer or another qualified servicer Some comfort systems will include a programmable thermostat If your system does not include a program mable thermostat you may want to discuss it with your dealer Programmable thermostats can automatically switch to a more economical temperature setting when your building is unoccupied or you are sleeping Pro grammable thermostats automatically switch to a more comfortable temperature setting at the time you have previously selected A programmable thermostat can reduce operating costs without substantially reducing comfort For more information on your thermostat consult the literature that shipped with your thermostat If you have read it and still have questions contact your dealer General Electrical Power Supply Many outdoor units include a crankcase heater This small heater warms the oil in the compressor for im proved lubrication Once the needed temperature has been reached most of
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