Carrier 38QHP09E8S series Repair manual

Owner’s Manual &
Installation Manual
SPLIT-TYPE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
42QHP09E8S
38QHP09E8S
42QHP12E8S
38QHP12E8S

Unit Specifications and Features ...........................................................07
Owner’s Manual
Table of Contents
Safety Precautions ...............................................................................03
Care and Maintenance......................................................................12
Troubleshooting.................................................................................14
1. Indoor unit display.........................................................................................................................07
2. Operating temperature..................................................................................................................08
3. Other features ..............................................................................................................................09
4. Setting angle of airflow.................................................................................................................10
5. Manual operation (without Remote)..............................................................................................11

Installation Manual
Accessories...........................................................................................17
Unit Parts..............................................................................................19
Indoor Unit Installation.......................................................................20
1. Select installation location..............................................................................................................20
2. Attach mounting plate to wall........................................................................................................20
3. Drill wall hole for connective piping................................................................................................21
4. Prepare refrigerant piping...............................................................................................................22
5. Connect drain hose........................................................................................................................22
6. Connect signal and power cables...................................................................................................23
7. Wrap piping and cables.................................................................................................................24
8. Mount indoor unit.........................................................................................................................25
Outdoor Unit Installation.........................................................................26
1. Select installation location..............................................................................................................26
2. Install drain joint............................................................................................................................27
3. Anchor outdoor unit......................................................................................................................27
4. Connect signal and power cables...................................................................................................29
Refrigerant Piping Connection.........................................................30
A. Note on Pipe Length....................................................................................................................30
B.
Connection Instructions –Refrigerant Piping.................................................................................30
1. Cut pipe.................................................................................................................................30
2. Remove burrs.........................................................................................................................31
3. Flare pipe ends.......................................................................................................................31
4. Connect pipes........................................................................................................................31
Air Evacuation...................................................................................33
1. Evacuation Instructions.................................................................................................................33
2. Note on Adding Refrigerant.........................................................................................................34
Electrical and Gas Leak Checks.........................................................35
Test Run.............................................................................................36
Installation Summary - Indoor Unit ..................................................18

Safety Precautions
Safety
Read Safety Precautions Before Operation and Installation
The seriousness of potential damage or injuries is classified as either a WARNING or CAUTION.
Incorrect installation due to ignoring instructions can cause serious damage or injury.
WARNING
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
This appliance is not intended for use by persons(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance(Other countries).
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision(European Union countries).
WARNINGS FOR PRODUCT USE
•
If an abnormal situation arises (like a burning smell), immediately turn off the unit and disconnect
the power. Call your dealer for instructions to avoid electric shock, fire or injury.
•
Do not
insert fingers, rods or other objects into the air inlet or outlet. This may cause injury, since
the fan may be rotating at high speeds.
•
Do not
use flammable sprays such as hair spray, lacquer or paint near the unit. This may cause
fire or combustion.
•
Do not
operate the air conditioner in places near or around combustible gases. Emitted gas may
collect around the unit and cause explosion.
•
Do not
•
•
Do not
expose your body directly to cool air for a prolonged period of time.
•
•
If the air conditioner is used together with burners or other heating devices, thoroughly ventilate
the room to avoid oxygen deficiency.
Safety Precautions
Do not
allow children to play with the air conditioner. Children must be supervised around the
unit at all times.
operate your air conditioner in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room. Too
much exposure to water can cause electrical components to short circuit.
In certain functional environments, such as kitchens, server rooms, etc., the use of specially
designed air-conditioning units is highly recommended.
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WARNING
This symbol indicates the possibility
of personnel injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of
property damage or serious consequences.