Airwell PNX DCI Nordic User manual

PNX DCI Nordic
Indoor Units Outdoor Units
PNX009 DCI GC 9 DCI Nordic
PNX012 DCI GC 12 DCI Nordic
SEPTEMBER – 2009
REFRIGERANT
R410A HEAT PUMP
SM PNXDCI 1-A.1 GB

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Table of Contents
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. TUBING CONNECTIONS......................................................................................10-1
11. CONTROL SYSTEM .............................................................................................11-1
12. TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................................12-1
13. EXPLODED VIEWS AND SPARE PARTS LISTS.................................................13-1
14. APPENDIX A .........................................................................................................14-1

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INTRODUCTION
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 General
The new PNX DCI INVERTER split wall mounted range has expanded, comprising the
following RC (heat pump) models:
●PNX009
●PNX012
The indoor PNX DCI units are available as LED display types, featuring esthetic design,
compact dimensions, and low noise operation.
1.2 Main Features
The PNX DCI series benefits from the most advanced technological innovations,
namely:
●DC inverter technology.
●R410A.
●High COP.
●Lego concept.
●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.
●Water condensate tray is equipped with two optional drain connections
●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.
New design is available in LED version.
Indoor Unit features:
Feature PNX009 PNX012
Display LED
Ionizer YES
ESF YES
Fresh air Optional
Indoor fan motor Variable speed (PG)
Horizontal motorized louver YES
Vertical motorized louver Optional
Heating element NO
M2L Cable port YES
Dry contact Presence detector or (jumper selected) power shedding
1.4 Filtration
The PNX 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.
For further details please refer to the Operational Manual.

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1.7 Outdoor Unit
The PNX 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.
●GC 9 DCI Nordic
●GC 12 DCI Nordic
Outdoor Unit Feature
Feature GC 9 DCI Nordic GC 12 DCI Nordic
Display 3 LED’s
Base Heater Optional
Outdoor Fan Variable speed DC Inverter
M2L cable Port No
1.8 Tubing Connections
Flare type interconnecting tubing to be produced on site.
For further details please refer to the Installation Manual.
1.9 Accessories
Item Description
MIU (PNX) MODBUS interface unit
RS485 Adapter
To be used as an interface
with RCW or μBMS remote
controllers
M2L cable Port
1.10 Inbox Documentation
Each unit is supplied with its own installation and operation manuals.
1.11 Matching Table
1.11.1 R410A
OUTDOOR UNITS
INDOOR UNITS
MODEL REFR” PNX009 PNX012
GC 9 DCI Nordic
R410A √
GC 12 DCI Nordic √
The above tables lists outdoor units and PNX indoor units which can be matched together.
For further information please refer to the relevant Service Manual.

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET
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2. PRODUCT DATA SHEET
2.1 PNX009 / GC 9 DCI Nordic
Model PNX009 DCI / GC 9 DCI Nordic
Item Cooling Heating
Capacity
Btu/hr 8530 (3750-122800) 11600 (5290-17060)
Kcal/hr 2150(950-3100) 2920(1330-4300)
W 2500 (1100-3600) 3400 (1550-5000)
Total Input (Cooling / Heating) W 600 (350-1000) 830 (350-1500)
E.E.R(Cooling) / C.O.P(Heating) W/W 4.10 4.05
Running Current(Cooling/Heating) A 2.7 3.7
Starting Current A 10.50
Power Supply (ph, cy, voltage) single phase 50HZ 220-240V
Dehumidification L/h 1.0
INDOOR UNIT
External finish High Polish
Ionizer Yes(Optional)
Electrostatic Filter dB(A) Yes(Optional)
Heat exchanger Hydrophilic louver fin coil
Fan (drive) Crossflow * 1
Fan motor output W 20
Airflow (Hi-Me-Lo) m 3/hr 530-430-330 570-460-350
Operation control type Remote control
Noise level(Lo-Hi) Pressure(4) dB(A) 26-38 26-39
Power 39-50 39-51
Condensate drain I.D. mm(in) 16(5/8)
Dimensions W*D*H 810*202*285
Weight kg 11
Packing dimensions W*D*H mm 885*285*360
Unit stacking units 7
OUTDOOR UNIT
Refrigerant control Electronic Expansion Valve
Compressor type Scroll DC Inverter
Compressor Model Matsushita 5CS102XDA04
Starter type ---
Protection device Outdoor SW control
Heat exchanger Hydrophilic louver fin
Fan (drive)* No. Propeller * 1
Motor output W 50
Airflow m3/h 1780
Defrost method Reverse cycle
Noise level Pressure(4) dB(A) 49 49
Power 59 59
Dimensions W*D*H mm 795*290*610
Weight kg. 38
Packing dimensions W*D*H mm. 945*395*655
Unit stacking units 3
TUBING
Refrigerant R410A
Charge(20m connection tube) g 1100
Fresh Air No
Tube size O.D. liquid mm(in) 6.35
suction mm(in) 9.53
Connection method
between the indoor
and outdoor unit
indoor & outdoor Flared
height difference m Max. 10m
tubing length m Max. 20m
additonal charge No need
(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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PRODUCT DATA SHEET
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2.2 PNX012 / GC 12 DCI Nordic
Model PNX012 DCI / GC 12 DCI Nordic
Item Cooling Heating
Capacity
Btu/hr 11940(3750-14670) 14500(5290-18770)
Kcal/hr 3010(950-3700) 3610(1330-4730)
W 3500 (1100-4300) 4200(1550-5500)
Total Input (Cooling / Heating) W 0.97 (350-1400) 1140(310-1750)
E.E.R(Cooling) / C.O.P(Heating) W/W 3.60 3.65
Running Current(Cooling/Heating) A 4.3 5.1
Starting Current A 10.50
Power Supply (ph, cy, voltage) single phase 50HZ 220-240V
Dehumidification L/h 1.5
INDOOR UNIT
External finish High Polish
Ionizer Yes(Optional)
Electrostatic Filter Yes(Optional)
Heat exchanger Hydrophilic louver fin coil
Fan (drive) Crossflow * 1
Fan motor output W 20
Airflow (Hi-Me-Lo) m3/hr 550-450-350 580-480-370
Operation control type Remote control
Noise level(Lo-Hi) Pressure(4) dB(A) 26-39 26-40
Power 39-52 39-52
Condensate drain I.D. mm(in) 16(5/8)
Dimensions W*D*H 810*202*285
Weight kg 11
Packing dimensions W*D*H mm 885*285*360
Unit stacking units 7
OUTDOOR UNIT
Refrigerant control Electronical Expansion Valve
Compressor type Scroll DC Inverter
Compressor Model Matsushita 5CS102XDA04
Starter type ---
Protection device Outdoor SW control
Heat exchanger Hydrophilic louver fin
Fan (drive)* No. Propeller * 1
Motor output W 40
Airflow m3/h 1780
Defrost method Reverse cycle
Noise level Pressure(4) dB(A) 50 50
Power 60 60
Dimensions W*D*H mm 795*290*610
Weight kg. 38
Packing dimensions W*D*H mm. 945*395*655
Unit stacking units 3
TUBING
Refrigerant R410A
Charge(20m connection tube) g 1100
Fresh Air No
Tube size O.D. liquid mm(in) 6.35
suction mm(in) 9.53
Connection method
between the indoor
and outdoor unit
additonal charge
indoor & outdoor Flared
height difference m Max. 10m
tubing length m Max. 20m
Additional charge No need
(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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RATING CONDITIONS
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3. RATING CONDITIONS
Rating conditions in accordance with ISO 5151 and ISO 13253 (for ducted units).
Cooling:
Indoor: 27oC DB 19oC WB
Outdoor: 35 oC DB
Heating:
Indoor: 20oC DB
Outdoor: 7oC DB 6oC WB
3.1 Operating Limits
3.1.1 R410A
Indoor Outdoor
Cooling Upper limit 32oC DB 23oC WB 46oC DB
Lower limit 21oC DB 15oC WB -10oC DB
Heating Upper limit 27oC DB 24oC DB 18oC WB
Lower limit 10oC DB -15oC DB -16oC WB
Voltage 198 – 264 V

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OUTLINE DIMENSIONS
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4. OUTLINE DIMENSIONS
4.1 Indoor Unit: PNX009 / PNX012 DCI
4.2 Outdoor Unit: GC 9 DCI Nordic / GC 12 DCI Nordic
AIR INTAKE
AIR INTAKE
AIR OUTLET
210
285
811
CEELING
8.0
83.0
167.5
100.0 MIN
83.0
8.0
18.5
30.0 MOUTING PLATE OUTLINE
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
TO BE USED FOR LOCATION
OF INDOOR UNIT ON THE WALL
167.5
810.0 INDOOR UNIT OUTLINE
42.0
TUBING WALL OPENING
(FOR REAR ROUTING)
70.0
93.0
TUBING WALL OPENING
(FOR REAR LEFT ROUTING)
93.0
70.0
100.5
285.0
42.0
100.5