Carrier 38TXA instruction manual ÐCheck Equipment and Jobsite, ÐInstall TXV Optional

38TXA 13.0 SEER Air Conditioner With R-410A

Installation and Start-Up Instructions

NOTE: Read the entire instruction manual before starting the installation.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

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 agency must use factory-authorized kits or accessories when modifying this product. Refer to the individual instructions pack- aged with the kits or accessories when installing.

Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses and work gloves. Use quenching cloth for brazing operations. Have fire extinguisher available. Read these instructions thoroughly and follow all warnings or cautions attached to the unit. Consult local building codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC) for special instal- lation requirements.

Recognize safety information. This is the safety-alert symbol . When you see this symbol on the unit or in instructions and manuals, be alert to the potential for personal injury.

Understand the signal word DANGER, WARNING, or CAU- TION. These words are used with the safety-alert symbol. DAN- GER identifies the most serious hazards which will result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING signifies hazards which 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.

R-410A systems operate at higher pressures than standard R-22 systems. Do not use R-22 service equipment or com- ponents on R-410A equipment.

Before installing or servicing system, always turn off main power to system. There may be more than 1 disconnect switch. Turn off accessory heater power if applicable. Elec- trical shock can cause personal injury or death.

INSTALLATION

Specifications for this unit in residential new construction market require outdoor unit, indoor unit, refrigerant tubing sets, metering device, and filter drier listed in presale literature. There can be no deviation. Consult Application Guideline and Service Manual to obtain required unit changes for specific applications, and for R-22 retrofit.

Step 1ÐCheck Equipment and Jobsite

UNPACK UNIT Ð Move to final location. Remove carton taking care not to damage unit.

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INSPECT EQUIPMENT Ð File claim with shipping company prior to installation if shipment is damaged or incomplete. Locate unit rating plate on unit corner panel. (See Fig. 4.) It contains information needed to properly install unit. Check rating plate to be sure unit matches job specifications.

Step 2ÐInstall on a Solid, Level Mounting Pad

If conditions or local codes require unit be attached to pad, tiedown bolts should be used and fastened through knockouts provided in unit base pan. Refer to unit mounting pattern in Fig. 4. to determine base pan size and knockout hole location.

When installing, allow sufficient space for airflow, wiring, refrig- erant piping, and service. Allow 30-in. clearance to service end of unit and 48 in. above unit. For proper airflow, a 6-in. clearance on 1 side of unit and 12 in. on all remaining sides must be maintained. Maintain a distance of 24 in. between air conditioners. Position so snow, ice, and water from roof or eaves cannot fall directly on unit.

On rooftop applications, locate unit at least 6 in. above roof surface. Where possible, place unit above a load-bearing wall.

Arrange supporting members to adequately support unit and minimize transmission of vibration to building. Consult local codes governing rooftop applications.

Step 3ÐInstall TXV (Optional)

The accessory thermostatic expansion valve is specifically de- signed to operate with R-410A. Do not use an R-22 TXV. An

Manufacturer reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, specifications or designs without notice and without incurring obligations.

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