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2-3. Air Discharge Chamber for Top Discharge
Be sure to install an air discharge chamber (field sup- ply) in the field when:
●it is difficult to keep a space of min. 20 in. between the air discharge outlet and an obstacle.
●the air discharge outlet is facing a sidewalk and discharged hot air may annoy
2-4. Installing the Unit in Heavy Snow Areas
In locations with strong wind,
■Countermeasures against snow and wind
In regions with snow and strong wind, the following problems may occur when the outdoor unit is not pro- vided with a platform and
a)The outdoor fan may not run and damage to the unit may occur.
b)There may be no air flow.
c)The tubing may freeze and burst.
d)The condenser pressure may drop because of strong wind, and the indoor unit may freeze.
(1)The platform should be higher than the max. snow depth. (Fig.
(2)The 2 anchoring feet of the outdoor unit should be used for the platform, and the platform should be installed beneath the air intake side of outdoor unit.
(3)The platform foundation must be firm and the unit must be secured with anchor bolts.
(4)In case of installation on a roof subject to strong wind, countermeasures must be taken to prevent the unit from being blown over.
Air discharge
Fig.
In regions with significant snowfall, the outdoor unit should be provided with a platform and
Without snow- | With snow- |
proof ducting | proof ducting |
(Low platform) | (High platform) |
Fig.
Outdoor
Unit
Duct
Air
Intake
Fig.
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