Goodman CONDENSING UNITAIR CONDITIONING User manual

ment installed in violation of any codes or regulations. Rated
performance is achieved after 72 hours of operation. Rated
performanceisdeliveredatthespecifiedairflow.Seeoutdoor
unit specification sheet for split system models or product
specification sheet for packaged and light commercial mod-
els. Specification sheets can be found at
www.goodmanmfg.com for Goodman®brand products or
www.amana-hac.com forAmana®brand products. Within ei-
therwebsite, please selecttheresidential or commercialprod-
ucts menu and then select the submenu for the type of prod-
uct to be installed, such as air conditioners or heat pumps, to
access a list of product pages that each contain links to that
model’s specification sheet.
TheUnited States EnvironmentalProtectionAgency(EPA)
has issued various regulations regarding the introduc-
tion and disposal of refrigerants. Failure to follow these
regulations may harm the environment and can lead to
the imposition of substantial fines. Should you have any
questions please contact the local office of the EPA.
If replacing a condensing unit or air handler, the system must
bemanufacturerapprovedandAirConditioning,Heatingand
RefrigerationInstitute (AHRI) matched. NOTE: Installation of
unmatched systems is strongly discouraged.
Outdoorunitsare approvedfor operationabove 55°Fincooling
mode. Operationbelow 55°F requires the useofan approved
low ambient kit.
Operatingthe unit in a structure that is not complete(eitheras
partof newconstructionorrenovation) will void the warranty.
F EATURES
ThisairconditionerisapartoftheComfortNet™familyofprod-
ucts. It may be installed as part of a “legacy” system using a
standard 24 VAC thermostat. However, with the CTK0*
ComfortNetthermostat kit,thisair conditionermaybe installed
aspart of a digitally communicating system. The ComfortNet
systemprovidesautomaticairflowconfiguration,enhancedsetup
features,and enhanced diagnostics. It also reducesthenum-
ber of thermostat wires to a maximum of four and a minimum
oftwo.
I MPORTANT S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS
The following symbols and labels are used throughout this
manualto indicate immediate or potential safetyhazards. Itis
the owner’s and installer’s responsibility to read and comply
withallsafetyinformationandinstructionsaccompanyingthese
symbols. Failureto heed safety informationincreasesthe risk
ofpersonal injury,property damage, and/or productdamage.
HIGHVOLTAGE!
D ISCONNECT ALL POWER  BEFORE  SERVICING .
M
ULTIPLE  POWER  SOURCES  MAY  BE  PRESENT .F AILURE 
TO  DOS  SO  MAY  CAUSE  PROPERTY  DAMAGE , PERSONAL 
INJURY  OR  DEATH .
WARNING
ONLY INDIVIDUALS  MEETING  THE  REQUIREMENTS  OF  AN “E NTRY L EVEL 
T
ECHNICIAN ” AS  SPECIFIED  BY  THE A IR 
C
ONDITIONING ,H EATING  AND R EFRIGERATION I NSTITUTE (AHRI) MAY 
USE  THIS  INFORMATION .A TTEMPTING  TO  INSTALL  OR  REPAIR  THIS  UNIT 
WITHOUT  SUCH  BACKGROUND  MAY  RESULT  IN  PRODUCT  DAMAGE ,
PERSONAL  INJURY , OR  DEATH .
,
AT  A  MINIMUM ,
WARNING
S CROLL  EQUIPPED  UNITS  SHOULD  NEVER  BE  USED  TO  EVACUATE  THE  AIR 
CONDITIONING  SYSTEM .V ACUUMS  THIS  LOW  CAN  CAUSE  INTERNAL 
ELECTRICAL  ARCING  RESULTING  IN  A  DAMAGED  OR  FAILED 
COMPRESSOR .
CAUTION
S HIPPING I NSPECTION
Always keep the unit upright; laying the unit on its side or top
maycause equipmentdamage. Shippingdamage,and subse-
quent investigation is the responsibility of the carrier. Verify
the model number, specifications, electrical characteristics,
and accessories are correct prior to installation. The distribu-
torormanufacturerwillnotacceptclaimsfromdealersfortrans-
portationdamageorinstallationofincorrectlyshippedunits.
C ODES & R EGULATIONS
This product is designed and manufactured to comply with
nationalcodes.Installation inaccordance withsuch codesand/
orprevailing local codes/regulationsistheresponsibility of the
installer. Themanufacturerassumesnoresponsibilityforequip-
CONDENSING UNIT
AIR CONDITIONING
INSTALLATION & SERVICE REFERENCE
© 2009-2013 Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P.
5151 San Felipe, Suite 500, Houston, TX 77056
www.goodmanmfg.com -or- www.amana-hac.com
P/N:IO-347J Date: September 2013
is a registered trademark of Maytag Corporation or its related companies and is used under
license to Goodman Company, L.P., Houston, TX. All rights reserved.

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I NSTALLATION C LEARANCES
Special consideration must be given to location of the con-
densingunit(s)in regardtostructures,obstructions,otherunits,
andany/all other factors that may interfere with air circulation.
Wherepossible, thetopof theunitshould becompletelyunob-
structed;however,if vertical conditions require placement be-
neath an obstruction there should be a minimum of 60
inches between the top of the unit and the obstruction(s).
Thespecified dimensionsmeetrequirements foraircirculation
only. Consult all appropriate regulatory codes prior to deter-
miningfinal clearances.
Anotherimportant consideration in selecting a location for the
unit(s) is the angle to obstructions. Either side adjacent the
valves can be placed toward the structure provided the side
awayfromthestructuremaintainsminimum serviceclearance.
Cornerinstallations are strongly discouraged.
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RECOMMENDED
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Model Type A B C AA
Residential 10" 10" 18" 20"
Light Commercial 12" 12" 18" 24"
Minimum Airflow Clearance
Thisunit can be locatedatground floor level oronflat roofs.At
groundfloor level, the unit must beonasolid, level foundation
that will not shift or settle. To reduce the possibility of sound
transmission,the foundation slabshouldnot be incontactwith
or be an integral part of the building foundation. Ensure the
foundation is sufficient to support the unit. A concrete slab
raisedabove groundlevelprovides asuitablebase.
R OOFTOP I NSTALLATIONS
If it is necessary to install this unit on a roof structure, ensure
theroofstructurecansupporttheweightandthatpropercon-
siderationisgiventotheweather-tightintegrityoftheroof.Since
theunit canvibrate duringoperation,sound vibrationtransmis-
sion should be considered when installing the unit. Vibration
absorbing pads or springs can be installed between the con-
densingunitlegsorframeand the roof mounting assembly to
reducenoise vibration.
S AFE R EFRIGERANT H ANDLING
While these items will not cover every conceivable situation,
theyshouldserveasa useful guide.
T O  AVOID  POSSIBLE  INJURY , EXPLOSION  OR  DEATH , PRACTICE  SAFE 
HANDLING  OF  REFRIGERANTS .
WARNING
R EFRIGERANTS  ARE  HEAVIER  THAN  AIR .T HEY  CAN “ PUSH  OUT ” THE 
OXYGEN  IN  YOUR  LUNGS  OR  IN  ANY  ENCLOSED  SPACE .T O  AVOID 
POSSIBLE  DIFFICULTY  IN  BREATHING  OR  DEATH :
•N
EVER  PURGE  REFRIGERANT  INTO  AN  ENCLOSED  ROOM  OR  SPACE .B Y 

LAW , ALL  REFRIGERANTS  MUST  BE  RECLAIMED .
•I
F  AN  INDOOR  LEAK  IS  SUSPECTED , THOROUGHLY  VENTILATE  THE  AREA 

BEFORE  BEGINNING  WORK .
•L
IQUID  REFRIGERANT  CAN  BE  VERY  COLD .T O  AVOID  POSSIBLE  FROST  BITE 

OR  BLINDNESS , AVOID  CONTACT  AND  WEAR  GLOVES  AND  GOGGLES .I F 

LIQUID  REFRIGERANT  DOES  CONTACT  YOUR  SKIN  OR  EYES , SEEK  MEDICAL 

HELP  IMMEDIATELY .
•A
LWAYS  FOLLOW EPA REGULATIONS .N EVER  BURN  REFRIGERANT , AS 
P
OISONOUS  GAS  WILL  BE  PRODUCED .
WARNING
T O  AVOID  POSSIBLE  EXPLOSION , USE  ONLY  RETURNABLE ( NOT 
DISPOSABLE ) SERVICE  CYLINDERS  WHEN  REMOVING  REFRIGERANT  FROM 
A  SYSTEM .
•E
NSURE  THE  CYLINDER  IS  FREE  OF  DAMAGE  WHICH  COULD  LEAD  TO  A 

LEAK  OR  EXPLOSION .
•E
NSURE  THE  HYDROSTATIC  TEST  DATE  DOES  NOT  EXCEED 5 YEARS .
•E
NSURE  THE  PRESSURE  RATING  MEETS  OR  EXCEEDS 400 PSIG .
W
HEN  IN  DOUBT , DO  NOT  USE  CYLINDER .
WARNING
T O  AVOID  POSSIBLE  EXPLOSION :
•N
EVER  APPLY  FLAME  OR  STEAM  TO  A  REFRIGERANT  CYLINDER .I F  YOU 

MUST  HEAT  A  CYLINDER  FOR  FASTER  CHARGING , PARTIALLY  IMMERSE  IT 

IN  WARM  WATER .
•N
EVER  FILL  A  CYLINDER  MORE  THAN 80% FULL  OF  LIQUID  REFRIGERANT .
•N
EVER  ADD  ANYTHING  OTHER  THAN R‐22 TO  AN R‐22 CYLINDER  OR R‐
410A
TO  AN R‐410A CYLINDER .T HE  SERVICE  EQUIPMENT  USED  MUST 

BE  LISTED  OR  CERTIFIED  FOR  THE  TYPE  OF  REFRIGERANT  USED .
•S
TORE  CYLINDERS  IN  A  COOL , DRY  PLACE .N EVER  USE  A  CYLINDER  AS  A 
P
LATFORM  OR  A  ROLLER .
WARNING
R EFRIGERANT L INES
T HE  COMPRESSOR POE OIL  FOR R‐410A UNITS  IS  EXTREMELY 
SUSCEPTIBLE  TO  MOISTURE  ABSORPTION  AND  COULD  CAUSE 
COMPRESSOR  FAILURE .D O  NOT  LEAVE  SYSTEM  OPEN  TO  ATMOSPHERE 
ANY  LONGER  THAN  NECESSARY  FOR  INSTALLATION .
CAUTION

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Useonlyrefrigerantgrade(dehydratedand sealed)coppertub-
ingto connect the condensing unit with the indoor evaporator.
Aftercuttingthe tubing, install plugs to keep refrigerant tubing
clean and dry prior to and during installation. Tubing should
alwaysbe cut squarekeepingends round and freefromburrs.
Cleanthe tubing to prevent contamination.
DoNOT let refrigerantlinescome in directcontactwith plumb-
ing,ductwork, floor joists, wall studs, floors, andwalls. When
runningrefrigerantlinesthrough afoundation orwall,openings
should allow for sound and vibration absorbing material to be
placed or installed between tubing and foundation. Any gap
betweenfoundationorwallandrefrigerantlinesshouldbe filled
witha pliable silicon-based caulk, RTV or a vibration damping
material.Avoid suspending refrigerant tubing from joists and
studs with rigid wire or straps that would come in contact with
thetubing. Use an insulated or suspensiontypehanger.Keep
both lines separate and always insulate the suction line.
These sizes are suitable for line lengths of 79 feet or less. If a
runofmorethanfiftyfeetisrequired,refertoRemoteCooling
ServiceManual, orTP-106 Long Line SetApplicationR-22,or
TP-107Long Line SetApplication R-410Aor contactyour dis-
tributorforassistance.
Insulationisnecessarytopreventcondensationfromforming
and dropping from the suction line. Armflex (or satisfactory
equivalent) with 3/8” min. wall thickness is recommended. In
severeconditions(hot, highhumidityareas)1/2”insulation may
be required. Insulation must be installed in a manner which
protectstubing from damage and contamination.
Where possible, drain as much residual compressor oil from
existing systems, lines, and traps; pay close attention to low
areas where oil may collect. NOTE: If changing refrigerant
types, ensure the indoor coil and metering device is compat-
ible with the type of refrigerant being used; otherwise, the in-
door coil must be replaced.
Cond
Unit
Tons Suct Liq Suct Liq Suct Liq
1 1/2 5/8 1/4 3/4 3/8 3/4 3/8
2 5/81/43/43/83/43/8
2 1/2 5/8 1/4 3/4 3/8 7/8 3/8
3 3/4 3/8 7/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8
3 1/2 7/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8
4 7/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8
5 7/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8 1 1/8 3/8
Line Diameter (In. OD)
RECOMMENDED INTERCONNECTING TUBING (Ft)
0-24 25-49 50-79*
* Lines greater than 79 feet in length or vertical elevation
changes more than 50 feet refer to the Remote Cooling
Service Manual or contact your distributor for assistance.
B URYING R EFRIGERANT L INES
Ifburyingrefrigerantlinescannotbeavoided,usethefollowing
checklist.
1. Insulate liquid and suction lines separately.
2. Encloseall undergroundportionsof therefrigerantlines
inwaterproof material(conduitor pipe)sealing the ends
wheretubingenters/exitsthe enclosure.
3. Ifthe lines must pass under or through a concrete slab,
ensurelines are adequately protected and sealed.
R EFRIGERANT L INE C ONNECTIONS
IMPORTANT
To avoid overheating the service valve, TXV valve,
or filter drier while brazing, wrap the component
with a wet rag, or use a thermal heat trap compound.
Besure to follow the manufacturer’sinstruction when
using the heat trap compound. Note: Remove
Schrader valves from service valves before brazing
tubes to the valves. Use a brazing alloy of 2%
minimum silver content. Do not use flux.

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Torch heat required to braze tubes of various sizes
is proportional to the size of the tube. Tubes of
smaller size require less heat to bring the tube to
brazing temperature before adding brazing alloy.
Applying too much heat to any tube can melt the
tube. Service personnel must use the appropriate
heatlevel for the size of the tube being brazed. NOTE:
The use of a heat shield when brazing is
recommended to avoid burning the serial plate or
the finish on the unit.
1. The ends of the refrigerant lines must be cut square,
deburred,cleaned, and be round andfreefrom nicks or
dents. Any other condition increases the chance of a
refrigerantleak.
2. “Sweep” the refrigerant line with nitrogen or inert gas
duringbrazing to prevent theformationofcopper-oxide
inside the refrigerant lines. The POE oils used in R-
410A applications will clean any copper-oxide present
from the inside of the refrigerant lines and spread it
throughout the system. This may cause a blockage or
failureof the meteringdevice.
3. Afterbrazing, quenchthejoints withwateror awetcloth
topreventoverheating ofthe servicevalve.
4. Ensure the filter drier paint finish is intact after brazing.
If the paint of the steel filter drier has been burned or
chipped,repaint ortreatwith arustpreventative. This is
especially important on suction line filter driers which
are continually wet when the unit is operating.
NOTE: Becareful not to kink or dent refrigerant lines. Kinked
or dented lines will cause poor performance or compressor
damage.
Do NOT make final refrigerant line connection until plugs
are removed from refrigerant tubing.
NOTE: Before brazing, verify indoor piston size by checking
the piston kit chart packaged with indoor unit.
L EAK T ESTING (N ITROGEN OR N ITROGEN -T RACED )
T O  AVOID  THE  RISK  OF  FIRE  OR  EXPLOSION , NEVER  USE  OXYGEN , HIGH 
PRESSURE  AIR  OR  FLAMMABLE  GASES  FOR  LEAK  TESTING  OF  A 
REFRIGERATION  SYSTEM .
WARNING
T O  AVOID  POSSIBLE  EXPLOSION , THE  LINE  FROM  THE  NITROGEN 
CYLINDER  MUST  INCLUDE  A  PRESSURE  REGULATOR  AND  A  PRESSURE 
RELIEF  VALVE .T HE  PRESSURE  RELIEF  VALVE  MUST  BE  SET  TO  OPEN  AT 
NO  MORE  THAN 150 PSIG .
WARNING
Pressure test the system using dry nitrogen and soapy water
to locate leaks. If you wish to use a leak detector, charge the
system to 10 psi using the appropriate refrigerant then use
nitrogentofinishcharging thesystem toworkingpressure then
apply the detector to suspect areas. If leaks are found, repair
them. After repair, repeat the pressure test. If no leaks exist,
proceedto system evacuation.
S YSTEM E VACUATION
Condensingunitliquidandsuctionvalves areclosed tocontain
the charge within the unit. The unit is shipped with the valve
stems closed and caps installed. Do not open valves until
the system is evacuated.
REFRIGERANTUNDERPRESSURE!
F AILURE  TO  FOLLOW  PROPER  PROCEDURES  MAY  CAUSE  PROPERTY 
DAMAGE , PERSONAL  INJURY  OR  DEATH .
WARNING
NOTE: Scrollcompressors shouldneverbe usedtoevacuate
or pump down a heat pump or air conditioning system.
P ROLONGED  OPERATION  AT  SUCTION  PRESSURES  LESS  THAN 20 PSIG 
FOR  MORE  THAN 5 SECONDS  WILL  RESULT  IN  OVERHEATING  OF  THE 
SCROLLS  AND  PERMANENT  DAMAGE  TO  THE  SCROLL  TIPS , DRIVE 
BEARINGS  AND  INTERNAL  SEAL .
CAUTION
1. Connect the vacuum pump with 250 micron capability
tothe servicevalves.
2. Evacuate the system to 250 microns or less using
suction and liquid service valves. Using both valves is
necessary as some compressors create a mechanical
seal separating the sides of the system.
3. Close pump valve and hold vacuum for 10 minutes.
Typicallypressurewillriseduringthis period.
• Ifthepressure risesto1000micronsor lessandremains
steady the system is considered leak-free; proceed to
startup.
• If pressure rises above 1000 microns but holds steady
below2000 microns, moisture and/ornoncondensibles
may be present or the system may have a small leak.
Returntostep2:Ifthesame resultis encounteredcheck
forleaksaspreviouslyindicatedandrepairasnecessary
thenrepeatevacuation.
• Ifpressure rises above 2000microns,a leak is present.
Check for leaks as previously indicated and repair as
necessarythen repeat evacuation.

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5000
4500
4000
3500
3000
2500
2000
1500
1000
500
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
LEAK(S)
PRESENT
MINUTES
VACUUM IN MICRONS
CONDENSIBLES OR SMALL
LEAK PRESENT
NO LEAKS
NO CONDENSIBLES
E LECTRICAL C ONNECTIONS
HIGHVOLTAGE!
D ISCONNECT ALL POWER  BEFORE  SERVICING .
M
ULTIPLE  POWER  SOURCES  MAY  BE  PRESENT .F AILURE 
TO  DO  SO  MAY  CAUSE  PROPERTY  DAMAGE , PERSONAL 
INJURY  OR  DEATH  DUE  TO  ELECTRIC  SHOCK .W IRING 
MUST  CONFORM  WITH NEC OR CEC AND  ALL  LOCAL 
CODES .U NDERSIZED  WIRES  COULD  CAUSE  POOR 
EQUIPMENT  PERFORMANCE , EQUIPMENT  DAMAGE  OR 
FIRE .
WARNING
T O  AVOID  THE  RISK  OF  FIRE  OR  EQUIPMENT  DAMAGE , USE  COPPER 
CONDUCTORS .
WARNING
U NITS  WITH  RECIPROCATING  COMPRESSORS  AND  NON ‐ BLEED TXV’ S 
REQUIRE  A H ARD S TART K IT .
NOTICE
The condensing unit rating plate lists pertinent electrical data
necessaryfor properelectricalservice andovercurrentprotec-
tion. Wires should be sized to limit voltage drop to 2% (max.)
from the main breaker or fuse panel to the condensing unit.
Consult the NEC, CEC, and all local codes to determine the
correctwire gauge and length.
Localcodes oftenrequirea disconnectswitchlocated nearthe
unit; do not install the switch on the unit. Refer to the installa-
tioninstructionssuppliedwith theindoor furnace/airhandler for
specificwiringconnectionsand indoorunit configuration. Like-
wise, consult the instructions packaged with the thermostat
formounting and locationinformation.
O VERCURRENT P ROTECTION
Thefollowing overcurrent protection devices areapprovedfor
use.
• Timedelay fuses
• HACRtype circuit breakers
These devices have sufficient time delay to permit the motor-
compressor to start and accelerate its load.
H IGH V OLTAGE C ONNECTIONS
Routepowersupplyand groundwires throughthe highvoltage
portand terminate in accordance with the wiring diagram pro-
videdinside the control panelcover.
L OW V OLTAGE C ONNECTIONS
Condensingunit control wiring requiresanominal24 VAC (+/-
6 VAC), 60 Hz, minimum 25 VAservice from either the indoor
oroutdoortransformerpackagedwiththeoptionalCTK0*com-
municatingthermostat kit. Lowvoltage wiring forthe condens-
ing units depends on the thermostat used. The unit is de-
signedto work as partof a fully communicatingHVAC system
utilizingtheComfortNet™,CTK0*thermostat,ComfortNetcom-
patible indoor unit, and up to four wires. The unit also has
legacy24 VACinputstosupport non-communicatingsystems.
Routecontrol wiresthroughthe low voltageportand terminate
inaccordance withthewiring diagramprovidedinside thecon-
trolpanelcover.
HIGH
VOLTAGE
PORT
LOW
VOLTAGE
PORT
Voltage Ports
NOTE: If the condensing unit is wired in the communicating
modetogether with the compatiblecommunicatingindoor unit
andthermostat, then the communicating thermostat is able to
searchand identify thecondensingunit whenpoweris applied
to the system. Refer to the Installation Manual of the
communicatingthermostat for more information.
Y2
Y2
OD UNIT
FURNACE OR
A
IR HANDLER
Thermostat
Two-Stage Heating
with
Two-Stage Cooling
Y2
Two-StageNon-CommunicatingThermostat
Low Voltage Wire Connection (legacy mode)

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COMMUNICATING
OD UNIT
COMMUNICATING
FURNACE OR
AIR HANDLER
Communicating
Thermostat
2
Two-Stage Communicating Thermostat
Low Voltage Wire Connection (communicating mode)
S YSTEM S TART U P
POSSIBLEREFRIGERANTLEAK!
T O  AVOID  A  POSSIBLE  REFRIGERANT  LEAK , OPEN  THE  SERVICE  VALVES 
UNTIL  THE  TOP  OF  THE  STEM  IS 1/8” FROM  THE  RETAINER .
CAUTION
NOTE:Power must besuppliedtothe 18 SEER outdoorunits
containing ECM motors before the power is applied to the in-
door unit. Sending a low voltage signal without high voltage
powerpresent atthe outdoorunitcan causemalfunctionof the
control module on the ECM motor.
Adequaterefrigerantchargeforthematching HSVTCevapora-
tor coil and 15 feet of lineset is supplied with the condensing
unit.Ifusingevaporatorcoils other than HSVTC coil it maybe
necessarytoaddorremove refrigerantto attainproper charge.
Iflinesetexceeds15feet inlength,refrigerantshouldbe added
at .6 ounces per foot of liquid line.
NOTE: Charge should always be checked using superheat
whenusinga pistonand subcoolingwhen usingTXVequipped
indoorcoilto verify proper charge.
Openthesuctionservicevalvefirst! Ifthe liquidservice valveis
opened first, oil from the compressor may be drawn into the
indoorcoilTXV, restrictingrefrigerantflow andaffectingopera-
tion of the system.
Whenopeningvalves withretainers, openeach valveonly until
the top of the stem is 1/8” from the retainer. To avoid loss of
refrigerant,DONOTapplypressuretotheretainer.Whenopen-
ingvalves without a retainer removeservicevalvecap and in-
sert a hex wrench into the valve stem and back out the stem
by turning the hex wrench counterclockwise. Open the valve
until it contacts the rolled lip of the valve body.
NOTE: Theseare notback-seating valves.Itis notnecessary
to force the stem tightly against the rolled lip.
Afterthe refrigerant chargehasbled into thesystem,open the
liquid service valve. The service valve cap is the secondary
seal for the valves and must be properly tightened to prevent
leaks.Makesurecapiscleanandapplyrefrigerantoiltothreads
and sealing surface on inside of cap. Tighten cap finger-tight
andthen tightenadditional1/6 of aturn(1 wrench flat)toprop-
erly seat the sealing surfaces.
Do not introduce liquid refrigerant from the cylinder into
the crankcase of the compressor as this may damage the
compressor.
1. Break vacuum by fully opening liquid and suction base
valves.
2. Set thermostat to call for cooling. Check indoor and
outdoor fan operation and allow system to stabilize for
10minutesforfixedorificesand20minutesforexpansion
valves.
C HARGE V ERIFICATION
REFRIGERANTUNDERPRESSURE!
•D O  NOT  OVERCHARGE  SYSTEM  WITH  REFRIGERANT .
•D
O  NOT  OPERATE  UNIT  IN  A  VACUUM  OR  AT  NEGATIVE  PRESSURE .
F
AILURE  TO  FOLLOW  PROPER  PROCEDURES  MAY  CAUSE  PROPERTY 
DAMAGE , PERSONAL  INJURY  OR  DEATH .
WARNING
U SE  REFRIGERANT  CERTIFIED  TO AHRI STANDARDS .U SED  REFRIGERANT 
MAY  CAUSE  COMPRESSOR  DAMAGE , AND  THE 
WARRANTY .M OST  PORTABLE  MACHINES  CANNOT  CLEAN  USED 
REFRIGERANT  TO  MEET AHRI STANDARDS .
IS  NOT  COVERED  UNDER
CAUTION
V IOLATION  OF EPA REGULATIONS  MAY  RESULT  IN  FINES  OR  OTHER 
PENALTIES .
NOTICE
O PERATING  THE  COMPRESSOR  WITH  THE  SUCTION  VALVE  CLOSED 
CAUSE  SERIOUS  COMPRESSOR  DAMAGE .
MAY
CAUTION
F INAL C HARGE A DJUSTMENT
Theoutdoortemperature mustbe60°F orhigher.Set theroom
thermostat to COOL, fan switch to AUTO, and set the tem-
peraturecontrol well belowroomtemperature.
After system has stabilized per startup instructions, check
subcoolingand superheat as detailed in the following section.
T O  PREVENT  PERSONAL  INJURY , CAREFULLY  CONNECT  AND  DISCONNECT 
MANIFOLD  GAUGE  HOSES .E SCAPING  LIQUID  REFRIGERANT  CAN  CAUSE 
BURNS .D O  NOT  VENT  REFRIGERANT  INTO  THE  ATMOSPHERE .R ECOVER 
ALL  REFRIGERANT  DURING  SYSTEM  REPAIR  AND  BEFORE  FINAL  UNIT 
DISPOSAL .
CAUTION
E XPANSION V ALVE S YSTEM
NOTE: Units matched with indoor coils equipped with
non-adjustable TXV should be charged by subcooling
only.

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Runthe remoteon lowstagecooling for10minutes untilrefrig-
erantpressuresstabilize.Usethefollowingguidelinesandmeth-
ods to check unit operation and ensure that the refrigerant
charge is within limits. Charge the unit on low stage.
1. Purge gauge lines. Connect service gauge manifold to
base-valveserviceports.
2. Temporarily install a thermometer on the liquid line at
theliquidlineservicevalveand4-6"fromthecompressor
on the suction line. Ensure the thermometer makes
adequate contact and is insulated for best possible
readings.Use liquid line temperaturetodeterminesub-
coolingand vaportemperatureto determine superheat.
3. Check subcooling and superheat. Systems with TXV
application should have a subcooling of 5 to 7ºF and
superheat of 7 to 9 ºF.
a. Ifsubcooling andsuperheatarelow, adjustTXVto7
to 9 ºF superheat, then check subcooling.
NOTE: To adjust superheat, turn the valve stem
clockwisetoincreaseandcounter clockwise to de-
crease.
b. Ifsubcoolingislowandsuperheatishigh,addcharge
to raise subcooling to 5 to 7 ºF then check super-
heat.
c. If subcooling and superheat are high, adjust TXV
valveto 7 to9ºF superheat, thenchecksubcooling.
d. If subcooling is high and superheat is low, adjust
TXVvalveto7to9ºF superheatandremove charge
to lower the subcooling to 5 to 7 ºF.
NOTE: DoNOT adjustthecharge basedon suction
pressureunlessthereisagrossundercharge.
4. Disconnect manifold set, installation is complete.
NOTE: Check the Schrader ports for leaks and tighten valve
cores if necessary. Install caps finger-tight.
SUPERHEAT FORMULA =
SUCT. LINE TEMP. - SAT. SUCT. TEMP.
LIQUID PRESSURE
PSIG R-22 R-410A
200 101 70
210 105 73
220 108 76
225 110 78
235 113 80
245 116 83
255 119 85
265 121 88
275 124 90
285 127 92
295 130 95
305 133 97
325 137 101
355 144 108
375 148 112
405 155 118
415 157 119
425 n/a 121
435 n/a 123
445 n/a 125
475 n/a 130
500 n/a 134
525 n/a 138
550 n/a 142
575 n/a 145
600 n/a 149
625 n/a 152
SATURATED LIQUID PRESSURE
TEMPERATURE CHART
SATURATED LIQUID
TEMPERATURE ºF
SUCTION PRESSURE
PSIG R-22 R-410A
50 26 1
52 28 3
54 29 4
56 31 6
58 32 7
60 34 8
62 35 10
64 37 11
66 38 13
68 40 14
70 41 15
72 42 16
74 44 17
76 45 19
78 46 20
80 48 21
85 50 24
90 53 26
95 56 29
100 59 31
110 64 36
120 69 41
130 73 45
140 78 49
150 83 53
160 86 56
170 90 60
SATURATED SUCTION PRESSURE
TEMPERATURE CHART
SATURATED SUCTION
TEMPERATURE ºF

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ADDITIONALNOTES:
1. Thereare(4)LEDsonthePCB.SeetheTroubleshooting
Tables at the end of this manual for definitions of the
LED status.
2. When system is at Standby mode, press “TEST” push
button to turn on both compressor and outdoor fan for
five(5) seconds.
3. Press “RECALL” push-button to retrieve the six most
recentfaults. Thecontrolmust be in StandbyMode(no
thermostatinputs)to usethefeature. Depressthepush-
buttonfor approximatelytwoseconds andlessthan five
seconds. TheLEDswillthen displaythe sixmost recent
faults beginning with the most recent fault and
decrementing to the least recent fault. The faults may
beclearedbydepressing thebutton forgreaterthan five
seconds. Consecutively repeated faults are displayed
a maximum of three times. Refer to the fault code
definitions at the end of this manual for more details.
4. “TERM” dipswitch is used for communications bus
configuration. Leave the settings to the factory default
position.
5. “LEARN” push button is used in communication mode
to support device recognition on start-up. As the
communicationsystemsupportsautomaticidentification
of both indoor unit and outdoor unit, this button is not
usedforanormal start-up.
C OMFORT N ET ™ S YSTEM
OVERVIEW
The ComfortNet system (or CT system) is a system that in-
cludesa ComfortNet compatible air handler/furnace/modular
blowerand air conditioner or heatpumpwitha CTK0*AA ther-
mostat. Any other system configurations are considered in-
valid ComfortNet systems and must be connected as a tradi-
tion (or legacy) system. The table below compares the valid
CT systems.
CT compatible
Air Handler/Furnace/Modular
Blower
CT compatible
Air Conditioner Full CT system benefits & features
CT compatible
Air Handler/Furnace/Modular
Blower
CT compatible
Heat Pump Full CT system benefits & features
A ComfortNet heating/air conditioning system differs from a
legacy/traditional system in the manner in which the indoor
unit,outdoorunitandthermostatinteract with one another. In
a traditional system, the thermostat sends commands to the
indoor and outdoor units via analog 24 VAC signals. It is a
one-way communication path in that the indoor and outdoor
units typically do not return information to the thermostat.
On the other hand, the indoor unit, outdoor unit, and thermo-
statcomprisingaComfortNetsystem“communicate”digitally
with one another. It is now a two-way communications path.
The thermostat still sends commands to the indoor and out-
door units. However, the thermostat may also request and
receiveinformationfromboththeindoorandoutdoorunits. This
information may be displayed on the CT thermostat. The in-
door and outdoor units also interact with one another. The
outdoor unit may send commands to or request information
from the indoor unit. This two-way digital communications
betweenthe thermostat andsubsystems(indoor/outdoor unit)
and between subsystems is the key to unlocking the benefits
andfeaturesof the ComfortNet system.
Two-way digital communications is accomplished using only
two wires. The thermostat and subsystem controls are pow-
ered with 24 VAC Thus, a maximum of 4 wires between the
equipmentandthermostat is all that is required to operate the
system.
AIRFLOWCONSIDERATIONS
Airflowdemands are managed differently in afully communi-
cating system than they are in a legacy wired system. The
system operating mode (as determined by the thermostat)
determineswhichunit calculates the system airflow demand.
Iftheindoor unit is responsible for determining the airflow de-
mand,it calculatesthe demandandsends itto theECMmotor.
Ifthe outdoor unit or thermostat is responsiblefordetermining
the demand, it calculates the demand and transmits the de-
mand along with a fan request to the indoor unit. The indoor
unitthensends the demand to the ECM motor. Thefollowing
table lists the various ComfortNet™ systems, the operating
mode,andairflow demand source.
System System
Operating Mode Airflow Demand Source
Cooling Air Conditioner
Heating Air Handler
Continuous Fan Thermostat
Cooling Air Conditioner
Heating Furnace
Continuous Fan Thermostat
Air Conditioner +
Air Handler
Air Conditioner +
Furnace

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Forexample,assumethe systemis anair conditionermatched
with an air handler. With a call for low stage cooling, the air
conditioner will calculate the system’s low stage cooling air-
flowdemand. Theairconditionerwillthensendafanrequest
along with the low stage cooling airflow demand to the air
handler. Oncereceived, theair handler willsendthe lowstage
cooling airflow demand to the ECM motor. The ECM motor
then delivers the low stage cooling airflow. The table below
liststhe nominal high andlowstageairflow for the ComfortNet
airconditioners.
Model High Low
*SXC160241 800 600
*SXC160361 1200 800
*SXC160481 1550 1100
*SXC160601 1800 1400
*SXC180361 1250 850
*SXC180481 1750 1210
*SXC180601 1750 1210
CTK0*WIRING
NOTE: Refer to Electrical Connections - High Voltage
Connections for 208/230 volt line connections to the air
conditioner.
NOTE: Aremovableplugconnectorisprovidedwiththecontrol
to make thermostat wire connections. This plug may be
removed,wire connections made to the plug, andreplaced. It
is strongly recommended that multiple wires into a single
terminal be twisted together prior to inserting into the plug
connector. Failuretodosomayresult inintermittent operation.
Typical18AWGthermostat wire may be used to wire the sys-
tem components. However, communications reliability may
beimprovedby usingahighquality,shielded,twistedpaircable
for the data transmission lines. In either case, 100 feet is the
maximumlength of wire between indoorunitand outdoor unit,
orbetween indoor unit and thermostat.
FOUR-WIRE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR WIRING
Typicalwiringwill consist of four wiresbetweenthe indoor unit
andoutdoorunitandbetweentheindoorunitand thermostat.
The required wires are: (a) data lines, 1 and 2; (b) thermostat
“R”(24VAChot) and “C” (24 VACcommon).
12RC
12RC
CTK0*
Thermostat
CT Compatible
Air Handler/Furnace/Modular Blower
Integrated Control Module
CT Compatible AC/HP
Integrated Control Module
12RC
System Wiring Using Four-Wires
TWO-WIRE OUTDOOR,FOUR-WIRE INDOOR WIRING
Twowiresonlymay beutilized betweenthe indoorandoutdoor
units. Forthiswiring scheme, only the data lines, 1 and 2, are
requiredbetweentheindoorandoutdoorunits. A40 VA,208/
230 VAC to 24 VAC transformer must be installed in the out-
door unit to provide 24 VAC power to the outdoor unit’s elec-
troniccontrol. ThetransformerisincludedwiththeCTK0*kit.
Seekit instructions for mounting and wiring instructions. Four
wiresare required between the indoor unit and thermostat.
NOTE: Use of the CTK0* transformer is recommended if
installingadualfuelsystem. Failuretousethetransformerin
the outdoor unit could result in over loading of the furnace
transformer.
12RC
12RC
CTK0*
Thermostat
CT Compatible Air
Handler/Furnace/Modular
Blower Integrated
Control Module
CT Compatible
AC/HP Integrated
Control Module
40VA Transformer (included in
CTK0* kit)
208/230 VAC 24 VAC
12RC
System Wiring using Two-Wires between Furnace and AC/HP
and Four-Wires between Furnace and Thermostat
COMFORTNET™SYSTEMADVANCED FEATURES
The ComfortNet system permits access to additional system
information,advanced setupfeatures,and advanceddiagnos-
tic/troubleshootingfeatures. These advanced featuresareor-
ganizedintoamenustructure. Themenusareaccessedand
navigatedas describedbelow.
ACCESSING ANDNAVIGATING THE ADVANCEDFEATURESMENUS
The advanced system features are accessed using the
ComfortNetthermostat. Theseadvancedfeaturesareaccessed
asfollows:
• On the CT thermostat Home Screen Display, touch
the Menu key to display additional key choices.
• Touch and hold the Installer Config key for
approximatelythree seconds toenterthe Thermostat
OptionsConfiguration menu.
• Touch and hold the Installer Config key again for
approximately three seconds to enter theAdvanced
InstallerConfigurationmenu.

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Clean Display Installer
Config
Set Time Set
Schedule
Run
Schedule
Uponenteringtheadvancedmenus,theAdvancedFaultMenu
is displayed. The display will change to the Fault Screen and
indicateany faultsthatmay be presentinthe indoororoutdoor
equipment. Ifa fault is present, the Fault Screenwillshowthe
equipment and an error code with a description of the fault.
Touch
_
or
+
keys to view the fault status of any remaining
equipment. Thetext “NO FAULTS” willbe scrolledif no errors
arepresent.
Menu
Run
Schedule
Call for Service
Advanced
Menu
Run
Schedule
Call for Service
Advanced
Touch the
+
or
_
to step through the list of installed equip-
ment, including the thermostat. Touch the Installer Config
key to enter the submenus for the equipment displayed. The
text “WORKING” will be displayed in the scrolling display
area while the data is being retrieved. The first sub-menu is
then displayed. See tables below for listing of air conditioner
submenus.
Touch the
+
or
_
to step through the list of submenus and
viewsettings. If a setting can be adjusted,
_
and
+
keys will
appear. Use the
_
or
+
keys to adjust the setting to the
desired value. Touch the
+
or
_
to step to the next item.
“WORKING” will appear as the settings are being updated.
“DONE” will appear to indicate the change was accepted. If
thechangeis not accepted, the display will show “FAIL” then
reverttotheFaultScreen.
Some parameters being displayed switch between the item
nameandtheitemvalue. Touch the Hold key to momentarily
stop the display from switching.
To exit an equipment submenu and revert back to the equip-
ment menus, touch the Menu key. Touch Menu again to re-
vert back to the Thermostat Options Menu. Touch the Run
Schedule key to step out of all menus and back to the CT
thermostatHome Screen Display.