Carrier Air V User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
OPERATION & INSTALLATION
CARRIER RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
AIR CONDITIONER
HEAT PUMP UNIT FOR NON DUCTED SYSTEM
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Model Number
Date in Service
Unit Serial Number
Ceiling Assembly Serial Number
INSTALLER
Date of Installation
Name
Address
Phone

A FEW WORDS ABOUT YOUR NEW AIR CONDITIONING UNIT 2
ELECTRICAL DATA 2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3
ENJOYINGTHE “AIR SHOWER “5
ENERGY SAVING TIPS 5
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6
Step 1. Selecting an Installation Location &
Installing the Roof Top Heat Pump Unit 6
Step 2. Installing the Ceiling Assembly 9
Step 3. Installing the Auxiliary Heater Assembly 10
Step 4. Electrical Wiring 10
Step 5. Completing the Installation 12
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 12
NORMAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 13
PART DIAGRAM 14
CONTENTS
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Allwiringmustcomply withlocal andnational electricalcodes. Allwiring mustbe installedby qualifiedelectricians.
If you have any questions about the following instructions, contact a qualified electrician.
Check the available power supply and resolve any wiring problems BEFORE installing and operating this unit.
This air conditioner is designed to operate from a 115V AC, 60Hz, 1 Phase power supply.
The unit nameplate is located on the left side of the condenser orifice that is on the rear of the basepan. The
wiring diagrams are located on the cover of the control box. The ceiling assembly unit wire diagrams are
located on the ceiling panel.
Note the unit’s model, serial number, and the ceiling assembly serial number. Record this information on the
front cover of this manual. Refer to Figure 4 of page 9 for serial number location.
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A FEW WORDS ABOUT YOUR NEW
AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
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Thank you for choosing the Air V, Carrier Recreational Vehicle Air Conditioner, for your comfort needs.
You can feel confident in your selection because the same pride in craftsmanship and engineering knowledge
that goes into Carrier equipment to cool the Astrodome in Texas, the famous Sistine Chapel in Rome,
the Washington DC Halls of Congress and thousands of other installations worldwide has gone
into the construction of your unit.
In addition to cooling the room, your Carrier heat pump unit will also heat, filter and dehumidify the room’s air.
An auxiliary electric resistance heating assembly is provided to take the chill out of the indoor air when the heat
pump can no longer operate. The heat pump will shut down at conditions which would cause outdoor coil freeze
up, generally near freezing temperatures.
The Air V air conditioners quietly give you maximum cooling and heating comfort. Now you can “Feel Carrier’s
comfort”!
This manual will supply you with all the information you need for installing, operating and maintaining your new unit.
Take a few minutes to discover how to get the most in cooling and heating comfort and economic operation from
your new Air V.
Please keep this manual handy for future reference, and be sure to send in your warranty card.
You can also contact us by the internet web site, www.airv.com .
ELECTRICAL DATA

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Schematic Diagram of Upper Unit
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GLOSSARY OF CONTROL SYMBOLS
Automatic Thermostat Control
Air Sweep Control
Master Control
Schematic Diagram of Ceiling Unit

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When dial is turned to the OFF position the unit will NOT operate.
When leaving your vehicle for any period of time, make sure the
master control dial is set to the OFF position.
OW FAN will circulate relatively small quantities of air WITHOUT
cooling. Choose the OW FAN setting simply by rotating the dial
to this position.
HIGH FAN will circulate larger quantities of air WITHOUT cooling.
Choose the HIGH FAN setting simply by rotating the dial to this
position.
OW COO will providelightcooling. Choose the OW COO set-
ting simply by rotating the dial to this position.
It is also recommended for nighttime use or relatively hot days.
HIGH COO providesmaximumcooling.Choose theHIGH COO
setting simply by rotating the dial to this position.
It is recommended for quick cooling or extremely hot days.
Once the room is cooled, switch to a lower setting.
HEAT will provide comfort heating. Choose the HEAT setting
simply by rotating the dial to this position. The HEAT option is
recommended for cold days.
Works much like the thermostat on a home heating system and
has no effect on the fan speed. For cooler room condition rotate
thermostat dial clockwise toward COO ER position.
For warmer room condition rotate thermostat dial counterclock-
wise toward WARMER position.
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OFF
HIGH FAN
LOW COOL
HIGH COOL
THERMOSTAT CONTROL
LOW FAN
HEAT
NOTE
The heat pump will operate on reverse cycle refrigerant heating
at outdoor temperatures above freezing, the heat pump com-
pressor will shut down to prevent outdoor coil freeze up. At this
time, the auxiliary electric resistance heater will be utilized to take
the chill out of the indoor air.

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AIR SWEEP CONTROL
Your unit provides an automatic air sweep to cool(or heat)
the room more efficiently. When the air sweep switch is set
on (|), the horizontal blade moves slowly up and down
and distributes the air around the room. The direction of
the vertical blades can be adjusted manually (make sure
the air sweep is off). With the air sweep in the off position,
the horizontal blade can be closed by pushing the PUSH
mark on the blade, and can be opened by pushing it
again.
|- Setting for automatic
air sweep on
O - Setting for automatic
air sweep off
Keep the unit’s air filters clean. (See the Normal
Maintenance Procedures section of this manual
on page 13)
Selectthe thermostat settingthat suitsyourcomfort
needs and leave it at that chosen setting.
Your unit provides you with more efficient cooling
air with the direct air discharger. On extremely hot
days or after much activity, you can take an “air
shower” and cool off quickly. On a cold day you
can enjoy the heated air in the same way.
You can enjoy direct air by rotating the knob to
the open position and closing the front or rear
horizontal blade. (Closing the front blade may
provide direct air more efficiently)
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
Normal Position(Close) Enjoying the “AIR SHOWER”(Open)
ENJOYING THE “AIR SHOWER”

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Moving parts can cause personal injury. Be careful when test-running the unit.
Do not operate the unit with exterior cover removed.
WARNING
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During extreme outdoor temperatures, the heat
gain of the vehicle may be reduced by:
- parking the vehicle in a shaded area
- keeping the windows and doors closed
- avoiding the use of heat producing appliances
- using window shades (binds and/or curtains)
For a more permanent solution to reduce the high
heat gain, window awnings and/or window glass
tinting should be considered.
Test run the unit with proper power supply outlet. Refer to the Operating Instructions section in this Owner’s Guide.
Make sure all the controls operate correctly then disconnect the power supply of the unit.
Your Air V unit has been designed for use in recreational vehicles.
Check the roof of the vehicle to determine if it supports both the roof top unit and the ceiling assembly without
additional support. Make sure the interior ceiling mounting area will not interfere with existing structures.
Once the location for your air conditioner has been determined, a reinforced and framed roof hole opening must
be cut (if there is no hole) or you may use existing vent holes.
Remove all screws which secure
the roof vent to the vehicle.
Remove the vent and any
additionaltrim. Carefullyremove
all chalking from around the
opening so the surface is clear.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INSTALLATION
STEP 1 - SELECTING AN INSTALLATION LOCATION &
INSTALLING THE ROOF TOP HEAT PUMP UNIT
CASEA.
If a roof vent is already present in the desired mounting location for the air conditioner, the following steps must be
performed:
It may be necessary to seal
some of the old roof vent
mounting screw holes which
may fall outside of the air
conditioner basepan gasket.
Examine the roof opening size. If
the opening is smaller than 14”
14”, the opening must be
enlarged. If the opening
exceeds 14”14”, a mounting
plate (frame) must be
fabricated to reduce the
opening size (See Figure 1).
When using the heating system the heat loss of the
vehicle may be reduced by:
- parking the vehicle in a sunny area
- keeping the windows and doors closed
- avoiding the use of heat absorbing appliances
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CASE B.
If a roof vent opening is not used, a new opening (See Figure 1) will have to be cut into the vehicle roof. A matching
opening will also have to be cut into the interior vehicle ceiling. Be careful when cutting the ceiling opening because
if the ceiling opening is carpeted, snagging could occur. After the opening in the roof and interior ceiling are the
correct size, a framed support structure must be placed between the exterior roof top and interior ceiling. The
reinforced framed structure must follow the following guidelines:
Hole for Wires
• Allow 24” (working length) of supply wiring through the support frame and make sure that all wiring passing
through any mechanical structure must be protected from insulation chaffing using a rubber grommet or strain
relief.
• After the support frame is built and both the roof exterior and the interior ceiling are cut, make sure that the
electrical wiring can be routed to the control board. Seal the gap around the electrical supply wiring using a
rubber grommet.
• The roof top air conditioner must be mounted on a level plane from front to rear and side to side when the vehicle
is parked on a level plane. Figure 2 shows maximum allowable degrees that the Air V can be mounted above or
below level.
Figure 1
CAUTION
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It must be capable of supporting both the weight
of the roof top air conditioner and the interior
ceiling assembly
It must be capable of holding the roof outer
surface and interior ceiling apart and supporting
them, so that when the roof top air conditioner
and ceiling assembly are bolted together, no
collapsing occurs.
We recommend that the spacing between the
vehicle roof top and the interior ceiling top be no
less than 3/4”. A typical support frame is shown in
Figure 1.
There must be an opening through the frame for
the power supply wiring. Route the supply wiring
through the frame at the same time the support
frame is being installed.
CAUTION

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ALLOWABLE OFFSET FOR CARRIER AIR CONDITIONERS
WITH CARRIER ROTARY COMPRESSORS
• If the roof of the vehicle is sloped (not level) such that
the roof top air conditioner cannot be mounted within
the maximum allowable degree specifications, an
exterior leveling shim will need to be added to make the
Air V level. A typical leveling shim is shown in Figure 3.
• Oncethe roof topair conditionerhas been leveled,some
additional shimming may be required above the interior
ceiling assembly. The roof top air conditioner and the
interior ceiling assembly must be square with each other
before they are secured together.
• After the mounting hole area is properly prepared,
remove the carton and shipping pads from around the
roof top air conditioner. Carefully lift the unit on top of
the vehicle. Do not use the outer plastic shroud for lifting.
Place the roof top air conditioner over the prepared
mounting hole.
• The pointed end (nose) of the shroud must face toward
the front of the vehicle. From inside the vehicle, pull the
electrical harness down from the roof air conditioner
through the mounting opening and let it hang.
* Height Varies
To Make Unit
Level
Above or Below
Level 10°Max.
Above Level 10°Max.
Below Level 0°Max.
Figure 2
Figure 3
ROOF TOP HEAT PUMP UNIT DIMENSIONS
NOTE
22.6"
16.7"
14" x 14"
OPENING
4.3"
41"
REAR OF
UNIT
10.3"
4.3"

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Carefully take the ceiling assembly out of the
carton. (The controls are factory installed in the
ceiling assembly.)
Remove the ceiling grille from the ceiling assembly
frame. And remove the heater assembly from the
ceiling assembly frame.
Before the ceiling assembly can be mounted to
the roof top air conditioner, the fabric duct collar
must be fastened to the basepan of the air
conditioner with 4 screws (See 햲, Figure 4).
Beforelifting(mounting) theceilingassembly, check
the gasket on the underside of the roof top air
conditioner. The gasket must be centered over the
roof opening.
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Make sure that you have properly matched the roof top air conditioner and interior ceiling assembly. The following
step by step instructions must be performed in the following sequence to insure proper installation.
SERIAL NUMBER
OF UPPER UNIT
SERIAL NUMBER
OF CEILING UNIT
STEP 2 - INSTALLING THE CEILING ASSEMBLY
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Secure the ceiling assembly frame to the roof top
air conditioner with the mounting bolts (See 햳,
Figure 4). You must start (thread) the mounting
bolts by hand to avoid cross-threading. DO NOT
START THE MOUNTING BOLTS WITH AN AIR GUN.
The mounting bolts should be tightened evenly.
Donot over-tighten eachbolt. Thebolt tightening
process is complete when the basepan gasket
has been evenly compressed to 60%.
Pull the fabric duct collar through the ceiling
assemblyframe openingand pullthefourcorners
to extend below the duct opening
(See 햴, Figure 4).
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Figure 4
Before lifting the ceiling assembly, pull the fabric
duct collar so it hangs out of the way and does
not get caught under the ceiling assembly frame.
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STEP 3 - INSTALLING THE AUXILIARY HEATER ASSEMBLY
Pull fabric tight. This will prevent the material from
gathering inside the discharge duct.
Place the heater assembly wire (See 햲, Figure 5) into the hole located on the ceiling assembly. Insert the two
existing ceiling assembly screws into the heater assembly guides then slide the heater assembly to the rear
direction. Fasten the heater assembly to the ceiling assembly by using two screws (See 햴, Figure 5).
Plug the heater assembly electrical harness (See 햲, Figure 5) into the back of the air sweep motor bracket (See
햳, Figure 5). Make sure that the “ridged”side of the plug is aligned and matched with the “ridged” side of the
air sweep motor bracket connection. And plug the electrical harness from the upper unit (see 햵, Figure 5) into
the other one (see 햶, Figure 5). DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE (See Figure 5).
DO NOT USE DUCT TAPE ON OR AROUND FABRIC DUCT COLLAR.
WARNING
Fasten each side of the fabric duct with fitting
the duct plate to the ceiling assembly plate with
5 screws (See 햵, Figure 4). Trim any excess fabric
that may extend beyond edge of duct plate.
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Figure 5
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<Bottom View>
STEP 4 - ELECTRICAL WIRING
MAKE SURE THAT ALL POWER SUPPLY TO THE UNIT IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE PERFORMING ANY WORK ON THE
UNIT TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF SHOCK OR INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
ROUTING 115VAC WIRING

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Connect the power line to the black, white and ground
wires found in the junction box using three wire
connectors. CAUTION! - Connect black wire to black
wire, white wire to white wire and ground wire to ground
wire (green to bare copper). Using UL approved
electrician’s tape, secure the wire connectors in a
workmanlike manner (See Figure 7).
Tighten the strain relief clamp to secure the supply wire.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN (See Figure 8).
Reinstall the junction box cover.
Route a copper, with ground, supply wiring with
minimum, #12 AWG from its power source to the
junction box. Do not attach them at this time.
Take the roof top air conditioner electrical harness and
plug it into the side of the selector switch control box.
Make sure that the “ridged” side of the plug is aligned
and matched with the “ridged” side of the selector
switch control box connection. DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE
FORCE (See Figure 6).
Remove the junction box cover (1 screw). Take the
supply wire and slide it into the side of the junction box
through the strain relief that is provided.
After the interior ceiling assembly frame is properly secured to the roof top air conditioner, the following electrical
connections must be performed.
Figure 6
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CAUTION
WHEN USING INSULATED CABLES, STRIP THE OUTER JACKET
BACK TO EXPOSE 4-6 INCHES OF THE INSULATED LEADS. STRIP
THE INDIVIDUAL WIRE LEAD ENDS FOR THE CONNECTION.
(EXPOSE ABOUT 3/4” OF BARE WIRE.) THEN TIGHTEN UP ON
THE CABLE. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! THIS COULD RESULT IN
PINCHING THROUGH THE PLASTIC WIRE INSULATION AND
CAUSE A SHORT OR “HOT” WIRES. (YOU COULD GET
SHOCKED.) THE CLAMP IS INTENDED FOR STRAIN RELIEF OF
THE WIRES, AND SLIGHT PRESSURE IS USUALLY SUFFICIENT TO
ACCOMPLISH THIS.
IF INSULATED CABLE IS NOT AVAILABLE, APPROPRIATE STRAIN
RELIEF CONNECTORS OR CLAMPS SHOULD BE USED.
THERE SHOULD BE NO CLAMPING OR PINCHING APPLIED TO
THE INDIVIDUAL SUPPLY LEADS.
Figure 7
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Figure 8

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
If you have problems with your recreational vehicle air conditioner, check this guide before contacting your
service representative.
STEP 5 - COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION
Check the thermostat probe position. Make sure
the thermostat probe is routed through the holding
guide and is not touching any metal surface.
Make sure the arm for the automatic air sweep
function and the filters are properly positioned in
the ceiling grille.
To complete the installation and system checkout requirements, the following steps must be performed.
After opening the both horizontal blades, secure
the ceiling grille to the ceiling panel with 4 screws.
Turn on the power supply to the roof top air
conditioner.
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TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION
THE UNIT DOES
NOT START Check the power supply of the vehicle
and make sure it is provided correctly.
Make sure that there are no obstacles
restricting or blocking the unit’s output.
Mount the roof top air conditioner as
level as possible from front to rear and
side to side when the vehicle is parked.
Make sure that the mounting of the air
conditioner is correct and level.
Remove and clean the filter.
Reset the Air V to a lower temperature
setting.
Allow a sufficient amount of time for unit
to cool the room.
Reset the Air V to a higher temperature
setting.
Allow a sufficient amount of time for unit
to heat the room.
These noises are normal during the
operation of the unit.
Mounting bolts should be tightened
evenly by compressing the basepan
gasket to the sixty percent requirement.
THE UNIT IS NOT
COOLING OR
HEATING THE
ROOM
THE UNIT HAS ICE
OR FROST ON THE
COILS
The unit may not be connected to the power
supply correctly.
There could be blockage of unit’s air output.
The roof top air conditioner is not level.
THE UNIT IS MAKING
NOISES
THE UNIT IS NOT
COOLING THE
ROOM
The filter is dirty.
THE UNIT HAS
WATER DRIPPING
INSIDE
THE UNIT IS NOT
HEATING THE
ROOM
The room was already very cold before the unit
was turned on.
The air filter is dirty.
The room was already very hot before the unit
was turned on.
The temperature setting is too high.
The temperature setting is too low.
The unit is clicking and gurgling.
The basepan gasket has not been evenly
compressed to about 60%.
Remove and clean the filter.

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NORMAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Remove cover and wash the condenser coil
Remove cover and clean the water drains
Clean the filters*
*Generally, filters should be cleaned every 30 days.
The filters are very efficient in removing airborne
particles.
More frequent cleaning may be necessary
depending on the air quality.
Remove the air filters by pulling them as illustrated
below.
Wash away dust from the air filters with clean water
or vacuum the filters with an electric household
vacuum cleaner.
ACTIVITY FREQUENCY
Twice a year
Yearly
Once a month
How to Remove the Filters:
How to Clean theAir Filters:
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PART DIAGRAM
UPPER UNIT
NO PART NAME
27 WASHER CAP
28 GROMMET
29 GROMMET TUBE
30 GROMMET TUBE
31 CLAMP TUBE
32 BASE PAN ASSY
33 GASKET
34 INSU BASE 4
35 INSU BASE 3
36 RVS COIL AS
37 FREEZE S/W ASSY
NO PART NAME
1 UPPER CONTROL ASSY
2 BOX, CONTROL
3 CAPACITOR
4 CLIP, THERMISTOR
5 START THERMISTOR
6 WIRE ASSY A
7 COVER, CONTROL BOX
8 COVER, WATER
9 LOWER SCROLL ASSY
10 COIL ASSY, EVAP
11 UPPER SCROLL ASSY
12 BLOWER WHEEL ASSY
13 FAN MOTOR SEAL
NO PART NAME
14 BRACKET ASSY,MOTOR
15 CLIP, MOUNTING
16 MOTOR, FAN
17 RING, COMPRESSION
18 COVER ASSY, CONDENSER
19 FAN, PROPELLER
20 ORIFICE, CONDENSER
21 COVER ASSY, COND
22 COIL ASSY, COND
23 COMPRESSOR
24 TERMINAL COVER
25 OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
26 NUT LOCK

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CEILING UNIT
NO PART NAME
51 PANEL ASSY, CEILING
52 CONTROL ASSY, CEILING
53 CONTROL BOX 2
54 ROTARY SWITCH (MASTER CONTROL)
55 THERMOSTAT
56 ROCKER SWITCH
57 GROMMET, NEOPRENE
58 KNOB ASSY
59 COVER, CONTROL BOX 2
60 INSU ASSY, CEILING PANEL
61 GUARD ASSY, WIRE
62 MOTOR, AIR SWEEP
63 BRACKET, AIR SWEEP MOTOR
64 CAM
65 WIRE STANDOFF
NO PART NAME
66 RELIEF, STRAIN
67 GRILLE ASSY, CEILING
68 BRACKET, DOOR
69 DIFFUSER DOOR ASSY
70 SPRING, DOOR
71 BLADE HORIZONTAL, FRONT
72 FILTER ASSY, LEFT
73 FILTER ASSY, RIGHT
74 BLADE, VERTICAL
75 HANDLE, DOOR
76 LINK
77 BRACKET LINK
78 ARM
79 SPRING LINK
80 BLADE HORIZONTAL, REAR
NO PART NAME
81 LATCH, PUSH
82 INSU ASSY, CEILING GRILLE
83 DUCT ASSY
84 DUCT PLATE
85 MOUNTING BOLT
86 HEATER ASSY
87 BIMETAL
88 JUNCTION BOX
89 COVER, JUNCTION BOX
90 LINK 3
91 CONNECTING BAR
92 LINK 2
93 BRACKET, LINK 2
94 ARM 2

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