7-1-2. Outdoor Unit
AVOID:
heat sources, exhaust fans, etc. (Fig. 4)
damp, humid or uneven locations.
DO:
position the outdoor unit in a protected location where snow will not blow into it.
choose a place as cool as possible.
choose a place that is well ventilated.
allow enough room around the unit for air intake/ exhaust and possible maintenance. (Fig. 5a)
provide a solid base (level concrete pad, concrete block, 10 
40 cm beams or equal), a minimum of 10 cm above ground level to reduce humidity and protect the unit against possible water damage and decreased service life. (Fig. 5a)
Install cushion rubber under unit's feet to reduce vibration and noise. (Fig. 5b)
use lug bolts or equal to bolt down unit, reducing vibration and noise.
Install in a location where no antenna of a television or radio exists within 3 meters.
NO | Exhaust fan |
Hot air
Heat source
Outdoor unit
Fig. 4
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Air intake |
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Min. 5 cm | Valve |
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Air intake |
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Concrete or equal
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40 | About |
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Fig. 5a
Cushion rubber
Fig. 5b
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