Nortek GXH09KSK4DH Operating instructions

Outdoor Models: GXH09(2.6)KSK4DH
GXH12(3.5)KSK4DH
GXH18(5.2)KSK4DH
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NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC, LLC
Owner’s Manual
Installation Instructions
Cold Climate Heat Pump Systems
Outdoor Units

Contents
Operation Notices
Precautions......................................................1
Parts...........................................................6
Installation
Installation Clearances .............................................7
Tools for Installation ...............................................8
Installation Location Selection .......................................8
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Outdoor Unit Installation...........................................10
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Leak Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Testing
After Installation Checklist .........................................14
Test Operation ..................................................14
Connections
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Pipe Expansion Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
User Notice
Children and persons with reduced mental, sensory or physical capabilities should not be allowed to
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User Notice
Children and persons with reduced mental, sensory or physical capabilities should not be allowed to
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Precautions
Operation and Maintenance
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persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
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Precautions
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conditioner and disconnect power immediately, and
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the unit.
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Precautions
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keep all cords and cables away from the copper tube.
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Precautions
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and installed in a different location.
 Select a location which is out of reach for children and
far away from animals or plants. If it is unavoidable,
please put up a fence for safety purpose.
 The indoor unit should be installed close to the wall.
Working Temperature Range
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Air inlet
Connection wire
Air outlet
Parts
Indoor Unit
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