Airwell GC 18 User manual

FLO DC Inverter Series
Indoor Units Outdoor Units
FLO 18 DCI GC 18
FLO 21 DCI GC 21
FLO 24 DCI GC 24
GC 24 Z
FLO 30 DCI GC 30
NOVEMBER − 2008
REFRIGERANT
R410A HEAT PUMP
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1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................1-1
2. PRODUCT DATA SHEET......................................................................................2-1
3. RATING CONDITIONS..........................................................................................3-1
4. OUTLINE DIMENSIONS .......................................................................................4-1
5. PERFORMANCE DATA & PRESSURE CURVES ...............................................5-1
6. SOUND LEVEL CHARACTERISTICS ..................................................................6-1
7. ELECTRICAL DATA..............................................................................................7-1
8. WIRING DIAGRAMS .............................................................................................8-1
9. REFRIGERATION DIAGRAMS.............................................................................9-1
10. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.............................................................................10-1
11. TUBING CONNECTIONS......................................................................................11-1
12. CONTROL SYSTEM .............................................................................................12-1
13. TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................................13-1
14. EXPLODED VIEWS AND SPARE PARTS LISTS.................................................14-1
15. APPENDIX A .........................................................................................................15-1

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 General
The new FLO DCI INVERTER split wall mounted range has expanded, comprising the
following RC (heat pump) models:
● FLO 18
● FLO 21
●FLO 24
● FLO 30
The indoor FLO units are available as LED or LCD display types, featuring esthetic
design, compact dimensions, and low noise operation.
1.2 Main Features
The FLO DCI series benefits from the most advanced technological innovations,
namely:
● DC inverter technology.
● R410A.
● High COP.
● Pre-Charged units up to the max’ allowing tubing distance.
● Networking system connectivity.
● A dry contact for clock or power shedding functions (configurable).
● Base heater connection.
● Cooling operation at outdoor temperature down to -10°C.
● Heating operation at outdoor temperature down to -15°C.
● Supports Indoor Air Quality features, such as – Ionizer and Active Electrostatic Filter.
● Indoor large diameter cross flow fan, allowing low noise level operation.
● Bended indoor coil with treated aluminum fins and coating for improved efficiency.
● Easy access to the interconnecting tubing and wiring connections, so that removing
the front grill or casing is not necessary.
● Refrigerant pipes can be connected to the indoor unit from 5 different optional
directions.
● Automatic treated air sweep.
● Low indoor and outdoor noise levels.
● Easy installation and service.
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1.3 Indoor Unit
The indoor unit is wall mounted, and can be easily fitted to many types of residential
and commercials applications.
Indoor Unit features:
Feature FLO 18 FLO 21 FLO 24 / 30
Display LCD or LED LCD
Ionizer YES
ESF YES
Fresh air YES NO
Indoor fan motor Variable speed (PG)
Horizontal motorized louver YES
Vertical motorized louver YES
Heating element NO
M2L Cable port YES
Dry contact Presence detector or (jumper selected) power shedding
1.4 Filtration
The FLO DCI INV series presents several types of air filters:
● Easily accessible, and re-usable pre-filters (mesh)
● Pre-charged electrostatic filter (disposable)
● Active carbon filter (disposable)
● ESF. Active Electro Static re-usable filter (optional)
1.5 Ionizer (Optional)
A special design Ionizer protected by unique patents integrated into the indoor unit,
generating negative ions to the room providing comfort and upgraded indoor air quality.
1.6 Control
The microprocessor indoor controller, and an infrared remote control, supplied as
standard, provides complete operating function and programming.
Remote controllers: RC-2/3/4/5/7, RC-4i-1, RCW, μBMS.
Networking system Airconet version 4.2 and up, MIU SW version H8 and up.
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1.7 Outdoor Unit
The FLO DCI INV outdoor units can be installed as floor or wall mounted units by using
a wall supporting bracket. The metal sheets are protected from corrosion paint work
allowing long life resistance. All outdoor units are pre-charged. For further information
please refer to the Product Data Sheet, Chapter 2.
Outdoor Unit Feature
Feature DCI 18 DCI 21 GC 24 / 24 Z / 30
Display 3 LED’s
Base Heater Optional
Outdoor Fan Variable speed DC Inverter
M2L cable Port No Yes
Night No Yes
STBY No Yes
Power Shedding No Yes
Alarm No Yes
1.8 Tubing Connections
Flare type interconnecting tubing to be produced on site.
For further details please refer to the Installation Manual, Appendix A.
1.9 Accessories
Item Description
MIU (FLO) MODBUS interface unit
RS485 Adapter
To be used as an interface
with RCW or μBMS remote
controllers
Base Heater
M2L cable Port
1.10 Inbox Documentation
Each unit is supplied with its own installation and operation manuals.
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1.11 Matching Table
1.11.1 R410A
OUTDOOR UNITS
INDOOR UNITS
MODEL REFR” FLO 18 DCI FLO 21 DCI FLO 24 DCI FLO 30 DCI
GC 18 R410A √
GC 21 R410A √
GC 24
GC 24Z R410A √
GC 30 R410A √
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET
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(1) Rating conditions in accordance with ISO 5151 and ISO 13253 (for ducted units) and EN 14511.
(2) Airflow in ducted units; at nominal external static pressure.
(3) Sound power in ducted units is measured at air discharge.
(4) Sound pressure level measured at 1 meter distance from unit.
2. PRODUCT DATA SHEET
2.1 FLO 18 DCI
Model Indoor Unit FLO 18
Model Outdoor Unit GC 18
Installation Method of Pipe Flared
Characteristics Units Cooling Heating
Capacity (1) Btu/hr 17060(5120-20470) 20470(5120-25930)
kW 5.00(1.50-6.00) 6.00(1.50-7.60)
Power input (1) kW 1.46(0.50-2.00) 1.66(0.45-2.20)
EER (Cooling) or COP(Heating) (1) W/W 3.42 3.61
Energy efficiency class A A
Power supply V/Ph/Hz 220-240V/Single/50Hz
Rated current A 6.6 7.5
Starting current A 10.5
Circuit breaker rating A 20
INDOOR
Fan type & quantity Crossflow x 1
Fan speeds H/M/L RPM 1200/1050/900
Air flow (2) H/M/L m3/hr 850/760/620
External static pressure Min-Max Pa 0
Sound power level (3) H/M/L dB(A) 55/51/47
Sound pressure level(4) H/M/L dB(A) 43/39/34
Moisture removal l/hr 2
Condenstate drain tube I.D mm 16
Dimensions WxHxD mm 1060x295x210
Weight kg 15
Package dimensions WxHxD mm 1125x360x280
Packaged weight kg 18
Units per pallet units 16 units per pallet
Stacking height units 8 levels
OUTDOOR
Refrigerant control EEV
Compressor type,model Scroll,Panasonic 5CS130XCC03
Fan type & quantity Propeller(direct) x 1
Fan speeds H/L RPM 920
Air flow H/L m3/hr 2160
Sound power level H/L dB(A) 63
Sound pressure level(4) H/L dB(A) 53
Dimensions WxHxD mm 795x610x290
Weight kg 39
Package dimensions WxHxD mm 945x655x395
Packaged weight kg 43
Units per pallet Units 9 units per pallet
Stacking height units 3 levels
Refrigerant type R410A
Refrigerant chargless distance kg/m 1.50/7.5
Additional charge per 1 meter g/m No need
Connections between units
Liquid line In.(mm) 1/4”(6.35)
Suction line In.(mm) 1/2”(12.7)
Max.tubing length m. Max.30
Max.height difference m. Max. 10
Operation control type Remote control
Heating elements kW
Others
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2.2 FLO 21 DCI
Model Indoor Unit FLO-21
Model Outdoor Unit GC 21
Installation Method of Pipe Flared
Characteristics Units Cooling Heating
Capacity (1) Btu/hr 20470(5120-22860) 22180(5120-26950)
kW 6.00(1.50-6.70) 6.50(1.80-7.90)
Power input (1) kW 1.99(0.50-2.20) 1.90(0.45-2.30)
EER (Cooling) or COP(Heating) (1) W/W 3.02 3.42
Energy efficiency class B B
Power supply V/Ph/Hz 220-240V/Single/50Hz
Rated current A 8.9 8.6
Starting current A 10.5
Circuit breaker rating A 20
INDOOR
Fan type & quantity Crossflow x 1
Fan speeds H/M/L RPM 1250/1100/1000
Air flow (2) H/M/L m3/hr 900/760/620
External static pressure Min-Max Pa 0
Sound power level (3) H/M/L dB(A) 56/53/48
Sound pressure level(4) H/M/L dB(A) 45/40/34
Moisture removal l/hr 2
Condenstate drain tube I.D mm 16
Dimensions WxHxD mm 1060x295x210
Weight kg 15
Package dimensions WxHxD mm 1125x360x280
Packaged weight kg 18
Units per pallet units 16 units per pallet
Stacking height units 8 levels
OUTDOOR
Refrigerant control EEV
Compressor type,model Scroll,Panasonic 5CS130XCC03
Fan type & quantity Propeller(direct) x 1
Fan speeds H/L RPM 820
Air flow H/L m3/hr 2860
Sound power level H/L dB(A) 65
Sound pressure level(4) H/L dB(A) 55
Dimensions WxHxD mm 846x690x302
Weight kg 46
Package dimensions WxHxD mm 990x770x430
Packaged weight kg 50
Units per pallet Units 9 units per pallet
Stacking height units 3 levels
Refrigerant type R410A
Refrigerant chargless distance kg/m 1.65/7.5
Additional charge per 1 meter g/m No need
Connections between units
Liquid line In.(mm) 1/4”(6.35)
Suction line In.(mm) 1/2”(12.7)
Max.tubing length m. Max.30
Max.height difference m. Max. 10
Operation control type Remote control
Heating elements kW
Others
(1) Rating conditions in accordance with ISO 5151 and ISO 13253 (for ducted units) and EN 14511.
(2) Airflow in ducted units; at nominal external static pressure.
(3) Sound power in ducted units is measured at air discharge.
(4) Sound pressure level measured at 1 meter distance from unit.
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2.3 FLO 24 DCI
Model Indoor Unit FLO 24
Model Outdoor Unit GC 24
Installation Method of Pipe Flared
Characteristics Units Cooling Heating
Capacity (1) Btu/hr 23188(5100~25575) 25916(5100~30000)
kW 6.8(1.5-7.5) 7.6(1.5~8.8)
Power input (1) kW 2.25(0.5-2.8) 2.35(0.45~3.0)
EER (Cooling) or COP(Heating) (1) W/W 3.01 3.23
Energy efficiency class B C
Power supply V/Ph/Hz 220-240V/Single/50Hz
Rated current A 9.8 10.3
Starting current A 15
Circuit breaker rating A 20
INDOOR
Fan type & quantity Crossflow x 1
Fan speeds H/M/L RPM 1300/1150/1000 1350/1200/1050
Air flow (2) H/M/L m3/hr 950/800/650 1000/850/700
External static pressure Min-Max Pa 0
Sound power level (3) H/M/L dB(A) 60/54/47
Sound pressure level (4 ) H/M/L dB(A) 47/41/34
Moisture removal l/hr 2.5
Condenstate drain tube I.D mm 16
Dimensions WxHxD mm 1060x295x210
Weight kg 15
Package dimensions WxHxD mm 1115x350x260
Packaged weight kg 18
Units per pallet units 16
Stacking height units 8 levels
OUTDOOR
Refrigerant control EEV
Compressor type,model Two Rotary,Mitsubishi TNB220F
Fan type & quantity Propeller(direct) x 1
Fan speeds H/L RPM 850
Air flow H/L m3/hr 3600
Sound power level H/L dB(A) 66
Sound pressure level (4) H/L dB(A) 56
Dimensions WxHxD mm 950x835x412
Weight kg 65.5
Package dimensions WxHxD mm 1080x910x477
Packaged weight kg 73
Units per pallet Units 2
Stacking height units 2 levels
Refrigerant type R410A
Refrigerant chargless distance kg/m 2.4kg/30m
Additional charge per 1 meter g/m No Need
Connections between units
Liquid line In.(mm) 3/8"(9.53)
Suction line In.(mm) 5/8"(15.88)
Max.tubing length m. Max.30
Max.height difference m. Max.15
Operation control type Remote control
Heating elements (Option) kW
Others
(1) Rating conditions in accordance with ISO 5151 and ISO 13253 (for ducted units) and EN 14511.
(2) Airflow in ducted units; at nominal external static pressure.
(3) Sound power in ducted units is measured at air discharge.
(4) Sound pressure level measured at 1 meter distance from unit.
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