Sunrise Tradex ForestAir 13-05000 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
CANADIAN STANDARDS
MINI-SPLIT AIR CONDITIONER
12,000 BTU (EER13)
Before using this air conditioner, please read the following instructions carefully and keep
this manual along with your proof of purchase in a safe place for future reference.
MODEL: 13-05000
00226-11/01/07
MODE ON / OFF
© Copyright, Sunrise Tradex Corp., 2007

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Air conditioner diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Remote control operation (Cooling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Remote control operation (Dehumidifying) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Remote control operation (Auto mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Remote control operation (Timer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Remote control operation (Sleep mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Installation setup diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Installation location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-24
Electrical wiring - indoor unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21
Electrical wiring - outdoor unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23
Air purging and leakage test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Test operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Important notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Thank you for choosing this FOREST AIR air conditioner, please keep this
owner’s manual with proof of purchase for reference.
CONTENTS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Legend of symbols used in this manual :
Not to do. Be sure to follow instructions.
Grounding is necessary.
Feature of the appliance
(not a defect).
Pay attention. Warning: Incorrect handling may cause
serious hazards and/or injuries.
Only to the attention of
electricians or technicians :
To eliminate risks of short
circuits and fire hazards, do
not unplug the air conditioner
or switch off the circuit breaker
when unit is running.
Always check the power
supply cord or wire for signs of
damages before installing and
using the air conditioner. If the
power cord is damaged,
contact SUNRISE TRADEX
Customer Service.
Always close the air
conditioner before cutting the
power off when there is a
malfunction of the unit.
Do not operate the unit with
wet hands or spray water or
other liquid inside the unit.
Do not place any foreign
objects on the outdoor unit.
Make sure the air conditioner is
well grounded according to local
electricity codes and that the work
is done by a qualified and certified
electrician or technician.
To eliminate risks of electric
shocks and fire hazards, do
not attempt to repair the air
conditioner by yourself.
Do not put any combustion
appliance in the direct path of
the unit airflow ; it could affect
the combustion efficiency.
Never insert fingers, foreign
objects or anything to
obstruct the air inlet and
outlet grilles of both inside
and outside units.
Warn children.
Do not expose skin or eyes
directly to cool air over a
long period of time.
Keep clean and in good
working order the power
supply circuit breaker or plug.
To eliminate risks of electric
shocks or fire hazards, make
sure the power supply cord is
correctly plugged in.
Use 110-120V~60Hz power
supply only.
Disconnecting switch

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AIR CONDITIONER DIAGRAM
INDOOR UNIT
Air in
Panel Air filter
Front case
Air out
Run
Timer
Louver
Remote control
Drain hose
Air in
Air out
Air outlet grill
Suction and
liquid refrige-
rant piping
Wiring cover
Handling swit-
ch
OUTDOOR UNIT

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REMOTE CONTROL
OPEN
OPEN
NOTE :
• Don’t mix new with used
batteries or batteries of
different types.
• If you are not using the
remote control for a long
period of time, remove the
batteries to eliminate
potential battery leakage.
• The remote control should
be kept at least 1 m or
more away from the TV
set or any other electric or
electronic appliances.
• Make sure there is nothing
blocking the signal from
the remote control to the
inside unit.
• Do not drop or throw the
remote control.
• Do not leave the remote
control in a location
exposed to direct sunlight
or near a heat source.
• Do not spray any liquid or
immerse the remote
control.
AAA - 1.5V BATTERIES
COVER
2 AAA - 1.5V BATTERIES POWER THE REMOTE CONTROL.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries
How to insert the batteries
1. Following the arrows (see Figure), remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the 2 batteries, making sure that the terminals (+/-) are
correctly fitted. Put the cover back into position.
3. Using the tip of a pen or any other sharp object, press on the
ACL key.
4. Reinstall the cover.

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REMOTE CONTROL
TIMER ON
Press this key to
set an automatic
start of the air
conditioner in a
period of time
ranging from 0.5
to 24 hours.
SLEEP AIR
LIGHT HUMID
ANION SAVE
AUTO FAN OPER
AUTO
F
TIMER
ON/OFF HR
SWING HUMID LIGHT SAVE
AIR 2
SWING FAN
TIMER ON TIMER OFF
30°C
MODE ON / OFF
*Only available on some models.
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DIAGRAM OF THE REMOTE
CONTROL WITH OPEN COVER
AIR, HUMID, ANION and SAFE
options are not working with this
unit even if icon is visible.
IMPORTANT : Some functions on this remote control are not available on models sold in
Canada. The usage and operation of these functions are therefore not detailed in this
manual.
TEMP SETTING
Increase or decrease the
degrees by 1. When in
COOL, FAN or HEAT*
mode, the temperature
can be set from 16°C to
30°C (61°F to 86°F). The
temperature cannot be
changed in AUTO or
DEHUMIDIFYING mode.
ON/OFF
Press this key to
turn the unit on
or off.
SWING
Press this button to
enable or disable
the louver automatic
oscillation. LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY
Show all set functions.
FAN
Press this button to
select the fan speed
(sequential order).
AUTO FAN FAN
• Fan speed cannot be
adjusted when set to
DEHUMIDIFYING.
AUTOMATIC
COOLING
DEHUMIDIFYING
FAN
HEAT*
MODE
Press this button to
select the operation
(sequential order) :
AUTO
SLEEP :Press this
key to set to SLEEP
mode - the air conditio-
ner will automatically
shut off in 7 hours.
Press again to cancel.
TIMER OFF
Press this key to set an
automatic shut off of the
air conditioner in a
period of time ranging
from 0.5 to 24 hours.

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
COOLING
• Based on set temperature, the air conditioner’s microcomputer controls the cooling
system (compressor) to maintain room temperature. If the room temperature is higher
than the set temperature, the compressor resumes and the air conditioner runs in
cooling mode. If the room temperature is lower than the set temperature, the compressor
stops and only the inside unit fan will run.
4. SETTING THE FAN SPEED
Press on FAN and set the
speed. Each level is
paired with a matching icon.
5. OSCILLATION
Press on SWING to
start the automatic
oscillation of the louvers.
Press again to cancel.
3. SET THE
TEMPERATURE
Press on to set the
temperature. Increase or
decrease the degrees by
The temperature can be
set from 16°C to 30°C
(61°F to 86°F). The
temperature cannot be
changed in AUTO mode.
1. Press ON/OFF to turn air
conditioner on.
2. SETTING THE
COOLING MODE
Press on MODE until
the COOLING icon
shows on.
MODE ON / OFF
OPERATIONS ARE NUMBERED IN ORDER OF
STEPS TO FOLLOW.

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
DEHUMIDIFYING
• In DEHUMIDIFYING mode, the FAN runs at LOW speed and will cycle on and off. Both
fan speed and temperature cannot be changed.
3. OSCILLATION
Press on SWING to
start the automatic
oscillation of the
louvers. Press again
to cancel.
1. Press ON/OFF to turn
air conditioner on.
2. SETTING TO
DEHUMIDIFYING MODE
Press on MODE until
the DEHUMIDIFYING
icon shows on.
MODE ON / OFF
OPERATIONS ARE NUMBERED IN ORDER OF
STEPS TO FOLLOW.

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
AUTO MODE
• When the air conditioner is set to AUTO (Automatic) mode, the cooling and
dehumidifying functions will cycle on and off to maintain the room humidity rate and
temperature to an optimum comfort zone. Both functions may not cycle on and off
simulateneously.
• In AUTO mode, the temperature will automatically be set to 25°C ; the temperature can
not be changed.
• It is recommended to stabilize the room humidity rate and temperature before using the
AUTO mode.
1. Press ON/OFF to turn
the air conditioner on.
2. Press on MODE and
set to AUTO - matching
icon will display.
MODE ON / OFF
3. OSCILLATION
Press on SWING
to start the
oscillation of the
louvers. Press
again to cancel.
OPERATIONS ARE NUMBERED IN ORDER OF
STEPS TO FOLLOW.

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
TIMER ON (AUTOMATIC
START) When the air
conditioner is OFF, press
the TIMER ON key ;the
TIMER ON icon and 0.5 HR
time will show. Keep pres-
sing and set the desired
time (0.5 to 24 h.) before the
air conditioner turns on.
TIMER OFF (AUTOMATIC
SHUT OFF) When the air
conditioner is ON,
press on the TIMER OFF
key ;the TIMER OFF icon
and 0,5 HR time will show.
Keep pressing and set the
desired time (0.5 to 24 h.)
before the air conditioner
turns off.
TIMER
MODE ON / OFF
• When the TIMER is on, you can program the air conditioner to automatically turn on
(TIMER ON) or shut off (TIMER OFF) and set the time delay before the start or the shut
off of the air conditioner.
• The timer can be set from 0,5 to 24 hours. When you press and maintain on the TIMER
ON or TIMER OFF keys, time will increase by 0,5 hour. You cannot go backward ; if you
want to change the time and decrease the delay, you must press ON/OFF to close and
start again the timer device, and then reset the time.
TIMER
ON
0.5

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
5. If so desired, press
on SWING to start
the oscillation of the
louvers. Press again
to cancel.
6. Press on SLEEP to
set the air conditioner
to SLEEP mode.
4. Using the keys,
set the temperature.
1. Press ON/OFF to turn
the air conditioner on.
3. Press FAN button
and set fan speed.
• In DEHUMIDIFYING
mode, fan runs only at
LOW speed - it cannot
be changed.
SLEEP MODE
• When the unit is COOLING or DEHUMIDIFYING, if the SLEEP operation is on, the set
temperature will increase BY 1°C every hour, until the unit shuts off after 7 hours of
operation.
• In SLEEP mode, the indoor fan runs at low speed in DEHUMIDIFYING mode.
2. Press MODE and set
to COOLING or
DEHUMIDIFYING.
*Even if the HEAT
icon is displayed, this
function is only
available on some
models.
MODE ON / OFF
OPERATIONS ARE NUMBERED IN ORDER OF
STEPS TO FOLLOW.

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SAFETY NOTES
Always set the most adequate temperature.
It is recommend to set the temperature
about 5°C cooler than the outside
temperature to reduce energy costs.
Keep doors and windows closed when the
air conditioner is running, otherwise it could
affect the air conditioner cooling efficiency.
Do not splash water or other liquid on the
air conditioner to prevent risks of electric
shocks or unit malfunction.
Do not use the air conditioner for other pur-
poses than what it is designed for (such as
drying clothes, preserving foods, etc.).
The air conditioner must be properly
grounded. Do not connect the ground to
gas or water pipes, lightning rods, lighting
poles or telephone/cable lines.
Do not leave animals or plants exposed
directly to the coolling airflow for long
periods of time.
Louver of left/right
direction
• The airflow direction can be moved
upward or downward when unit is
running.
• Make sure that the air outlet grills and
intake vents are free from obstructions.
WARNING
To eliminate risks of vibrations and damage
to the compressor, make sure the air
conditioner is properly connected and
powered with 115 V 1 ph.
Unit working temperature range:
Do not operate unit if outside temperature
is below 18°C or above 43°C or you could
damage the compressor and void the
warranty.
Louver of upward/
downward direction

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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Turn power off and then cut the circuit-breaker off before cleaning the air conditioner.
Never spray water on the indoor and outdoor units when cleaning the air conditioner.
Always use a dry soft cloth and warm water, without or with a mild detergent.
1. To remove, pull the front panel in the
direction of the arrows. Gently push aside
the brackets holding the panel.
2. Use a dry soft cloth, or a cloth slightly
dampened with warm water, with or
without a mild soap. Completely dry it.
• Never use water above 45°C to prevent
finish discoloration or plastic distortion.
3. Push aside the holding brackets to
reposition the panel. Make sure the panel
is correctly clipped.
• For a maximum efficiency, it is
recommended to clean the air filters every
two weeks, or more if you have animals.
1. Open the front panel and carefully remove
the air filters.
2. Gently clean with a vacuum cleaner or wash
the filters in warm soapy water. Rinse well
and let dry before putting it back.
• Never use water above 45°C to prevent
discoloration or plastic distortion.
Cleaning the front panel
Cleaning the air filters
Air filter
Slot
3. Reinstall the filters, then close the front
panel, making sure all parts are correctly
fitted.

MAINTENANCE
1. Remove the air filters, as described in step #1
of “Cleaning the air filters” section.
2. Take the active-carbon air filters out of the
bag and place them into the filter frames.
• Be cautious not cut yourself on the fins.
3. Reinstall the air filters, as described in step #3
of “Cleaning the air filers” section.
• If you are not to use your air conditioner for a
long period of time (ex.: during winter time),
please follow these instructions :
1. Turn the air conditioner off and cut the circuit-
breaker off.
2. Clean the filters and other parts, as well as the
outdoor and indoor unit enclosures.
3. Before using again your air conditioner :
• Check the filters, and if necessary, clean them,
as well as the indoor and outdoor units.
• Make sure that all parts and accessories are
correctly fitted.
• Make sure that the air outlet grills and intake
vents are cleared out.
• Do not forget to reset the circuit-breaker.
Active-carbon air filters (optional)
Not using the air conditioner for a long period of time
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The air conditioner does not run
immediately after the power key is
pressed on.
There is an unusual odour coming out of
the air outlet grills when the air conditioner
is running.
A clicking noise can be heard when
the unit is turned on or shut off.
Air cooling is not efficient.
The remote control does not work.
The air conditioner does not operate at all.
The sound of flowing water can be heard
while the air conditioner is running.
In cooling mode, the compressor takes
approximately 3 minutes to resume
operation.
Air filters are dirty ; simply clean them.
This is caused by the refrigerant fluid
flowing through the unit.
This is caused by deformation of plastic
due to sudden change in temperature.
• Is the remote control out of the appropriate
working distance with the indoor unit?
• Is there anything blocking the signal
transmission between the remote control and
the indoor unit ?
• Are the batteries worned out?
• Is there any power failure ?
• Is the wiring loose?
• Is the power supply circuit breaker on ?
• Is the voltage rating high enough ?
• Is the TIMER ON function set on ?
• Is the set temperature suitable ?
• Are the air inlet and outlet grills obstructed ?
• Are the air filters dirty?
• Is the indoor fan speed set at low speed ?
• Is there any other heat sources in the room?
• Are the windows open?
Problem Possible cause and solution
WARNING: Do not attempt to repair your system by yourself. It can cause electric shock or fire.
Please verify the following items before calling for a technician, it can save you time and money

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Unusual noise can be heard during operation.
Power fuse or switch often breaks.
Carelessly splash water or something into air conditioner.
Electrical lines and power plug are very hot.
Wind blowing from the outlet smells bad during operation.
Water is leaking on the inside wall.
Tradex Corp.
Tradex Corp.
www.sunrisetradex.com
1-800-686-2175
IMPORTANT NOTICE
It is important to have your mini-split air conditioner installed by a Sunrise Tradex Corp.
certified installer for your warranty to be valid. A mini-split air conditioner installed by a
technician other than a Sunrise Tradex Corp. certified installer will void the warranty.
If any of the following situations occur, stop all operations and call the Sunrise Tradex
Corp. Customer Service: 1-800-686-2175

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Unit working temperature range: Do not operate unit if outside temperature is below
18°
C or above 43°C or you could damage the compressor and void the warranty.
Use copper supply wires.
Caution mount with the lowest moving parts at least 2.4 m above floor or grade level.
Warning: risk of electric shock can cause injury or death. Disconnect all remote elec-
tric power supplies before servicing.
During connection of the pipes, if great torque is imposed on flare nuts, service valve
on narrow pipe may be damaged. When tightening flare nuts or narrow pipe, torque
should be adjusted between 13.7~18.6N.M (140~190KGF.CM).
Do not put this unit in wet place.
Fragile, handle with care.
Electrical installation must be in accordance with local electrical codes.
The installation of these units requires qualified personnel.
Certified (approved) type supply conductors must be used.
An independent branch circuit must be used.
Maximum inter connecting conductors length should not exceed 11 m (444.875”).
Refrigerating pipe lenght must be limited between 4 ~10 m (157.484” ~ 393.75”).
If the length exceeds 7.62 m (300”), the cooling capacity may become impaired.
Difference in height between indoor and outdoor unit should not exceed 7 m
(275.594”).
WARNING
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GSW18-22L/A (OUTDOOR UNIT)
INDOOR UNIT GSW18-22L/A (OUTDOOR UNIT) OUTDOOR UNIT
COOLING CAPACITY 12,000 BTU/H
VOLTAGE ~115V
FREQUENCY/PHASE 60 HZ
TOTAL INPUT CURRENT
(Cooling) 9.6 A
COMPRESSOR
RLA 8.8 A
LRA 46 A
FAN MOTOR
OUTDOOR 0.42 A
INDOOR 0.17 A
DESIGN PRESSURE (High) 2.5 mpa
DESIGN PRESSURE (Low) 1.0 mpa
SOUND PRESSURE 55 dbA
MINI CIRCUITAMPERAGE 15 A
REFRIGERANT (R-22) 1,250 g
COOLING CAPACITY 12,000 BTU/H
VOLTAGE ~115V
FREQUENCY/PHASE 60 HZ
DESIGN PRESSURE (High) 2.5 mpa
DESIGN PRESSURE (Low) 1.0 mpa
TOTAL INPUT CURRENT 9.56 A
REFRIGERANT(R-22) 1,250 g
SOUND PRESSURE 46 dbA
Unit size (WxHxD)
Indoor: 90.7 x 19.5 x 29 cm (35-3/4’’ x 7-5/8’’ x 11-3/8’’)
Weight: 12 kg (26.5 lbs.)
Outdoor: 84.8 x 54 x 32 cm (32-3/8’’ x 21-1/4’’ x 11-5/8’’)
Weight: 40 kg (88.2 lbs.)
Suction connection size: 1/2’’
Liquid connection size: 1/4’’

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INSTALLATION SETUP DIAGRAM
Space to the ceiling
Space to the wall
Space to the floor
Space to the wall
IMPORTANT NOTES
• The installation must be done by trained and qualified service
personnel with reliability according to this manual.
• It is important to have your mini-split air conditioner installed by
a Sunrise Tradex Corp. certified installer for your warranty to be
valid. A mini-split air conditioner installed by a technician other
than a Sunrise Tradex Corp. certified installer will void the
warranty.
Piping-hole sleeve
Wrapping tape
Air outlet side
Space to the cover
Air intake side
Space to the wall
Air outlet side
Space to the wall
30cm or more
200cm or more
50cm or more
30cm or more
50cm or more
15cm or more
300cm or more
15cm or more
15cm or more
200cm or more

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INSTALLATION LOCATION
INDOOR UNIT
1. The inlet and outlet should not be covered so that the outflow air can reach all parts of
the room.
2. Install in a location where is permitting easy connection with the outdoor unit.
3. A location from which the condensation water can be drained out conveniently.
4. Avoid a location where there is heat source, high humidity or inflammable gas.
5. Install in a location where is strong enough to withstand the full weight and vibration of
the unit.
6. Be sure that the installation conforms to the installation dimension diagram.
7. Be sure to leave enough space to allow access for routine maintenance.
8. Install in a location where is a least 1 m (39-3/8”) from other electric appliances such as
television, audio device, etc.
9. Select location where is easy to remove and clean the filter.
OUTDOOR UNIT
1. Select location from which noise and outflow air emitted by unit will not inconvenience
neighbors.
2. Select location where there should be sufficient ventilation.
3. The inlet and outlet should not be covered.
4. The location should be able to withstand the full weight and vibration of the outdoor unit.
5. There should be no danger of flammable gas or corrosive gas leaks.
6. Be sure that the installation conforms to the installation dimension diagram.
7. Please verify with your local authority if the installation of this unit is permitted.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALL THE REAR PANEL
1. Always mount the rear panel horizontally.
2. Fix the rear panel on the selected location
with screws supplied with the unit.
3. Be sure that the rear panel has been fixed
firmly enough to withstand the weight of an
adult of 60 kg (132.3 lbs.), furthermore, the
weight should be evenly shared by each
screw.
INSTALL THE DRAIN HOSE
1. For a proper draining, the drain hose should be
placed at a downward slant.
2. Do not wrench or bend the drain hose or
flood its end in water.
3. The extended drainage pipe in the room should be wrapped with the insulating materials.
INSTALL THE PIPING HOLE
1. Make the piping hole 50 mm (2”) in the wall at a slight downward slant to the outdoor side.
The center of the hole should be determined refer to Fig.2.
2. Insert the piping-hole sleeve into the hole to prevent the connection piping and wiring
from being damaged when passing through the hole.
INSTALL THE CONNECTION PIPES
Connect the connection pipes with the relevant union pipes of the indoor unit of the
indoor unit and tighten the flare nut of the connection pipes.
NOTE:
• Connect the connection pipes with the indoor unit firstly and the outdoor unit secondly.
• Be careful in bending the connection pipes, or you will damage the pipes.
• If the tightening torque is too big in tightening the flare nuts, leakage will happen.
ELECTRICAL WIRING
Note: Only an electrician can install the electrical circuit.
1. Open the surface panel.
2. Remove the wiring cover.
3. Route the power connection cord from the back of the indoor unit and pull it toward the
front through the wiring hole for connection.
4. Connect as shown on diagram.
5. Reassemble the wiring cover.
(Fig.2)
Wrenched
50 mm (2”) 50 mm (2”)
Bent
Flooded