3. How to Install the Indoor Unit

3-1. Remove the Rear Panel from the Unit

(1)Remove and discard the set screw on the rear panel. (Fig. 6)

(2)Press the 2  marks on the frame cover and disen- gage the stationary tabs from the frame. (Fig. 7)

(3)Remove the rear panel.

NOTE

Tubing can be extended in 5 directions as shown in Fig.

8.Select the direction you need providing the shortest run to the outside unit.

When left tubing is to be done, switch the drain hose and drain cap. (For details, refer to “Switching drain hose and drain cap” on page 18.)

3-2. Make a Hole

(1) Place the rear panel from the indoor unit on the wall

at the location selected. Make sure the panel is hori-

zontal, using a carpenter’s level or tape measure to

measure down from the ceiling. Wait until after cut-

Set screw only for transportation

Fig. 6

Rear panel

marks

Fig. 7

ting the hole before attaching the rear panel to the

wall.

(2) Determine which side of the unit you should make

the hole for tubing and wiring. (Fig. 9)

NOTE

Left tubing

Left-rear tubing

Right-rear tubing (recommended)

Right tubing

In the case of left-rear tubing, use the measurement points 2-3/8" (60 mm) from the edge of the rear panel for precise placement of the hose outlet. (Fig. 9)

(3)Before making the hole, check carefully that no studs or pipes are directly run behind the spot to be cut.

CAUTION

Also avoid areas where elec-

trical wiring or conduits are

 

 

 

located.

The above precautions are also applicable if tubing goes through the wall in any other location.

Downward tubing

Fig. 8

2-3/8" (60 mm)

Fig. 9

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