Carrier 25VNA8 infinity 18VS User manual

Owner's Manual
25VNA8
Infinityr18VS
Variable Speed Heat Pump
with PuronrRefrigerant
A NOTE ABOUT SAFETY
Any time you see this symbol in manuals, instructions and on
the unit, be aware of the potential for personal injury. There are
three levels of precaution:
DANGER identifies the most serious hazards which will result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING signifies hazards that could result in personal injury or
death.
CAUTION is used to identify unsafe practices which would result
in minor personal injury or product and property damage.
NOTE is used to highlight suggestions which will result in
enhanced installation, reliability, or operation.
PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH AND / OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury,
death or property damage.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service,
maintenance, or use can cause explosion, fire, electrical shock,
or other conditions which may cause personal injury or
property damage. Consult a qualified installer, service agency,
or your distributor or branch for information or assistance. The
qualified installer or service agency must use
factory--authorized kits or accessories when modifying this
product.
Read and follow all instructions and warnings, including labels
shipped with or attached to unit before operating your new heat
pump.
!WARNING
ABOUT YOUR HEAT PUMP SYSTEM
Identifying Your System
Your new Carrier heat pump system is what we call a ”split
system.” It has an outdoor unit and an indoor unit connected to
each other with copper tubing called refrigerant lines. Each of
these units has a rating plate with the model and serial numbers
you will need to reference when calling an authorized Carrier
dealer about your system.
Take a few moments now to locate those numbers and record them
in the spaces provided on the cover of this booklet.
USING YOUR NEW CARRIER SYSTEM
Your Carrier heat pump system is controlled by a wall--mounted
Infinity Touch Control or thermostat installed inside your home.
See the Infinity Touch Control or thermostat Homeowner Guide
for more details on system operation.
INFINITY VARIABLE SPEED OPERATION
You may notice your system runs for longer periods of time. This
system is designed to meet cooling or heating needs of the home at
a wide range of conditions. Your indoor temperature will remain
more consistent with fewer drafts, better humidity control,
enhanced comfort and enhanced energy efficiency.
HEATING AND COOLING YOUR HOME
For heating or cooling operation, make sure the System or Mode
control is set to the appropriate mode. Then, adjust the
Temperature control to your desired setting. Finally, use the Fan
control to select Automatic (turns on and off as heating is needed)
or On (runs continuously).
Depending on your typical heating needs, your home comfort
system may also include a supplementary heating source that will
automatically turn on as needed. You may also select this heat
source manually if desired.
OPERATION UNDER EXTREME
CONDITIONS
Your heat pump will run as long as necessary to maintain the
indoor temperature selected on your Infinity Touch Control or
thermostat. On extremely hot days, your heat pump will run for
longer periods at a time than on moderate days. Your system will
also run for longer periods of time under the following conditions:
SFrequent opening of exterior doors
SOperating laundry appliances
STaking hot showers
SMore than the usual number of people present in the home
SMore than the normal number of electric lights in use
SDrapes or blinds are open on the sunny side of the home
IMPORTANT HEAT PUMP FACTS
Heat pump systems have a few unique features and operations that
you should be aware of:
SDuring the heating cycle, your heat pump delivers a constant
flow of air at around 95° to about 105° F, compared to sudden
blasts of hot air provided by a typical furnace.
SIce or frost may form on the outdoor coil during winter heating
operation. Your heat pump will automatically melt the ice us-
ing its defrost cycle. During defrost, you may see steam or fog
rising from the outdoor unit, which is normal. At the beginning
and end of the defrost cycle, you may hear a "whoosh" sound
coming from the unit. This is normal for heat pump
applications.
SHeat pumps installed in areas expecting snow are elevated with
support feet.

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SOUND
Your new Infinity 18VS heat pump is different from most heating
and cooling systems. Because this is a variable speed system, it is
designed to operate at different speeds depending on the
temperature and humidity conditions. You may notice the sound
coming from the outdoor unit changing from time to time, and
from season to season. In winter, the system will operate at higher
speeds as it gets colder outside to maintain its heating performance.
The higher speed produces a higher sound. This change of speed
allows the system to operate more efficiently and maintain
comfortable conditions inside the home. You may also hear a
slight hissing sound when near the outdoor unit in the off--cycle.
This is the sound of system pressure equalization which is required
to enable soft and easy starting of the next cycle. These sounds are
normal and do not represent a problem with your system.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Simple, routine maintenance as described below will enhance your
heat pump system’s ability to operate economically and
dependably. Always remember the following safety precautions:
!WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury or death.
Before installing, modifying, or servicing system, main
electrical disconnect switch must be in the OFF position.
There may be more than 1 disconnect switch. Lock out and
tag switch with a suitable warning label.
NOTE: There may be more than one electrical disconnect switch.
A07903
Main
Disconnect
Indoor
Disconnect
Outdoor
Disconnect
Thermostat
Fig. 1 -- Electrical Disconnects
CUT HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in personal injury.
Although special care has been taken to minimize sharp edges
in the construction of your unit, be extremely careful and wear
appropriate protective clothing and gloves when handling
parts or reaching into the unit.
CAUTION
!
SKeep Filter Clean
A clogged or improperly installed air filter on your indoor unit will
increase operating costs and shorten the life of the unit. For
detailed filter cleaning information refer to indoor unit literature.
SDo Not Block Floor, Wall or Ceiling Vents
When drapes, furniture, toys or other common household items
block vents, the restricted airflow lessens the system’s efficiency
and life span.
SDo Not Cover or Block Outdoor Unit
The outdoor unit needs unrestricted airflow. Do not cover it or
place items on or next to it. Do not allow grass clippings, leaves, or
other debris to accumulate on the sides or top of the unit. And,
maintain a 12” (304.8 mm) minimum clearance between the
outdoor unit and tall grass, vines, shrubs, etc.
SCheck Condensate Drain
Your heat pump removes humidity from your home during the
cooling season. After a few minutes of operation, water should
trickle from the condensate drain of the indoor coil. Check this
occasionally to be sure the drain system is not clogged. Drainage
will be limited if you live in a very dry environment.
SDo Not Operate Below Minimum Operating Temperatures
in Cooling Mode
Your outdoor unit is not designed to operate below the minimum
temperatures shown below. The minimum temperature depends on
which wall control is being used:
— With Infinity Touch Control: 40_F(4.4_C)
— With Thermostat Control: 55_F (12.8_C)
System protections may not allow the unit to operate below these
minimum temperatures.
SDo Not Operate Above 66°F/18.89_C in Heating Mode
Your outdoor unit is not designed to operate on heating mode
when outdoor temperatures are higher than 66°F (18.9_C).You
can safely operate the system above 66°F (18.9_C) on emergency
or auxiliary heat.
SMinimum Heating Temperature
This unit is not designed to operate at extreme cold outdoor
temperatures. When the outdoor temperature is below 10_F
(--12.2_C) the unit control may automatically shut the heat pump
off and energize auxiliary heat to maintain the desired temperature
set point inside the home.
SBase Pan Drainage
Periodically check for and remove debris that has settled around
the base of your outdoor unit. This will ensure proper drainage of
the base pan and eliminate standing water inside the outdoor unit.
SLevel Installation
Your Carrier dealer will install the outdoor unit in a level position.
If the support base settles or shifts and the unit is no longer level,
be sure to re--level it promptly to assure proper drainage. If you
notice water or ice collecting beneath the unit, arrange for it to be
drained away from the unit.
SEA COAST COIL MAINTENANCE
Coastal locations often require additional maintenance of the
outdoor unit due to highly corrosive airborne ocean salt. Although
your new Carrier system is made of galvanized metal and is
protected by top--grade paint, take the additional precaution of
periodically washing all exposed surfaces and the outdoor coil
approximately every 3 months. Consult your installing Carrier
dealer for proper cleaning intervals and procedures for your
geographic area or ask about a service contract for regularly
scheduled professional cleaning and inspections.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before you request dealer service, check for these easily solved
problems:
SCheck the indoor and outdoor disconnect switches Also check
your main electrical panel circuit breakers or fuses.
SCheck for sufficient airflow. Air filter(s) should be reasonably
clean and interior vents should be open and unobstructed.
SCheck Infinity Touch Control or thermostat settings. For
cooling, your desired temperature setting should be LOWER
than the displayed room temperature, and the System/Mode
control should be on Cool or Auto. For heating, your
temperature setting should be HIGHER than the displayed
room temperature, and the System/Mode control is set to Heat
or Auto.
STime delays - depending on the Carrier heat pump you have,
there may be delays in unit operation that are built-in to protect
the equipment and your comfort. Don't be alarmed if you
notice a time delay in operation. It may be a standard
protection feature of your equipment. Check with your Carrier
Dealer for more information on time delays.
If you need to contact your Carrier dealer for troubleshooting
and/or repairs, be sure to have the model and serial numbers of
your equipment available (there are spaces on the cover for you to
write this information).
REGULAR DEALER MAINTENANCE
In addition to the routine maintenance that you perform, your
home comfort system should be inspected regularly by a properly
trained service technician. Many dealers offer this service at a
reduced rate with a service contract. Some service contracts offer
additional benefits such as parts discounts and no additional charge
for ”after hours” or emergency service.
Your annual system inspection should include:
SRoutine inspection of air filter(s) with replacement or cleaning
as required
SInspection and cleaning of the blower wheel housing and
motor
SInspection and, if required, cleaning of indoor and outdoor
coils
SInspection of the indoor coil drain pan, as well as the primary
and secondary drain lines. If the system has an auxiliary drain
pan and line, they should be inspected at this time as well.
Service should include cleaning if required.
SCheck all electrical wiring and connections
SCheck for secure physical connections of individual parts in
each unit
SOperational check of the heat pump system to determine actual
working condition. Necessary repair and, or adjustment should
be performed at this time.

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Copyright 2014 Carrier Corp. S7310 W. Morris St. SIndianapolis, IN 46231 Edition Date: 04/14
Manufacturer reserves the right to change, at any time, specifications and designs without notice and without obligations.
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