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leads according to required operation of the convenience outlet. If an
All units except
Field power wires are connected to the unit at the leads to the factory connection leads (pigtails) in the unit’s main control box (see Fig. 8) or at
NOTE: TEST LEADS - Unit may be equipped with short leads (pigtails) on the field line connection points on the optional disconnect switch. These leads are for factory
FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in intermittent operation or performance satisfaction.
Do not connect aluminum wire between disconnect switch and condensing unit. Use only copper wire.
(See Fig. 7.)
ELECTRIC
DISCONNECT
SWITCH
COPPER
WIRE ONLY
ALUMINUM
WIRE
Fig. 7 — Disconnect Switch and Unit
Units Without Factory-Installed Disconnect —
When installing units, provide a disconnect switch per NEC (National Electrical Code) of adequate size. Disconnect sizing data is provided on the unit informative plate. Locate on unit cabinet or within sight of the unit per national or local codes. Do not cover unit informative plate if mounting the disconnect on the unit cabinet.
Units with Factory-Installed Disconnect —
The
All units -
All field wiring must comply with NEC and all local codes. Size wire based on MCA (Minimum Circuit Amps) on the unit informative plate. See Fig. 8 for power wiring connections to the unit power terminal block and equipment ground.
Provide a
Splice Terminals
(field supplied)
BLK
YEL
BLU
DISCONNECT
Ground Lug
LEGEND
Factory Power Connection Lead
Field Power Supply Conductor
Fig. 8 — Power Wiring Connections
All field wiring must comply with the NEC and local requirements.
Affix the crankcase heater warning sticker to the unit disconnect switch.
Convenience Outlets —
ELECTRICAL OPERATION HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or death.
Units with convenience outlet circuits may use multiple disconnects. Check convenience outlet for power status before opening unit for service. Locate its disconnect switch, if appropriate, and open it.
Two types of convenience outlets are offered on 38AUZ models:
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