Lenox Elite Series XP14 Units HEAT PUMPS, 50677201 New Outdoor Unit Placement

Models: 50677201 Elite Series XP14 Units HEAT PUMPS

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New Outdoor Unit Placement

 

CAUTION

 

ELEVATING THE UNIT

 

 

 

 

Units are outfitted with elongated support feet as illustrated

 

 

 

 

 

in figure 6, detail C.

 

 

In order to avoid injury, take proper precaution when lift-

 

 

 

 

 

 

ing heavy objects.

 

If additional elevation is necessary, raise the unit by

 

 

 

 

 

extending the height of the unit support feet. This may be

 

 

 

 

Remove existing outdoor unit prior to placement of new

 

achieved by using a 2 inch (50.8mm) schedule 40 female

 

threaded adapter.

 

 

outdoor unit. See Unit Dimensions on page 2 for sizing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mounting slab, platforms or supports. Refer to figure 5 for

 

NOTE eep the height of ext

enders short enough to

mandatory installation clearance requirements.

 

ensure a sturdy installation. If it is necessary to extend

 

 

 

 

 

further, consider a different type of field−fabricated

POSITIONING CONSIDERATIONS

 

framework that is sturdy enough for greater heights.

Consider the following when positioning the unit:

 

ROOF MOUNTING

 

 

S Some localities are adopting sound ordinances based

 

 

 

 

Install the unit a minimum of 6 inches (152 mm) above the

on the unit’s sound level registered from the adjacent

 

 

roof surface to avoid ice build−up around the unit. Locate

property, not from the installation property. Install the

 

 

the unit above a load bearing wall or area of the roof that

unit as far as possible from the property line.

 

 

can adequately support the unit. Consult local codes for

S When possible, do not install the unit directly outside

 

 

rooftop applications. See figure 6, detail F for other roof top

a window. Glass has a very high level of sound

 

 

mounting considerations.

 

 

transmission. For proper placement of unit in relation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to a window see the provided illustration in figure 6,

 

 

 

 

 

NOTICE

detail A.

 

 

 

 

 

PLACING UNIT ON SLAB

 

 

 

 

 

Roof Damage!

 

 

When installing unit at grade level, the top of the slab

 

This system contains both refrigerant and oil. Some

should be high enough above grade so that water from

 

 

rubber roofing material may absorb oil and cause the

higher ground will not collect around the unit. The slab

 

 

rubber to swell when it comes into contact with oil. The

should have a slope tolerance as described in figure 6,

 

 

rubber will then bubble and could cause leaks. Protect

detail B.

 

 

the roof surface to avoid exposure to refrigerant and oil

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE If necessary for stability, anchor unit to slab as

 

during service and installation. Failure to follow this

 

notice could result in damage to roof surface.

described in figure 6, detail D.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLEARANCE ON ALL SIDES

 

MINIMUM CLEARANCE

 

 

ABOVE UNIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTES:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S Service clearance of 30 inches (762 mm) must be maintained on one of the sides adjacent to the control panel

S Clearance to one of the other three sides must be 36

inches (914mm).

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S Clearance to one of the remaining two sides may be 12 inches (305mm) and the final side may be 6 inches (152mm).

CONTROL PANEL ACCESS

LOCATION

MINIMUM CLEARANCE BETWEEN TWO UNITS

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(610)

Figure 5. Installation Clearances

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Lenox Elite Series XP14 Units HEAT PUMPS, 50677201 installation instructions New Outdoor Unit Placement