Outdoor Unit Installation - Carrier 18K Installationshandbuch

Outdoor Unit Installation

Install the unit by following local codes and regulations,
there may be differ slightly between different regions.
Installation Instructions – Outdoor unit
Step 1: Select installation location
Before installing the outdoor unit, you must choose an
appropriate location. The following are standards that
will help you choose an appropriate location for the unit.
Proper installation locations meet the following
standards:
Meets all spatial requirements shown in Installation
Space Requirements above.
Good air circulation and ventilation
Firm and solid—the location can support the unit
and will not vibrate
Noise from the unit will not disturb others
Protected from prolonged periods of direct sunlight
or rain
Where snowfall is anticipated, raise the unit
above the base pad to prevent ice buildup and
coil damage. Mount the unit high enough to be
above the average accumulated area snowfall. The
minimum height must be 18 inches
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DO NOT install unit in the following locations:
Near an obstacle that will block air inlets and outlets
Near a public street, crowded areas, or where noise
from the unit will disturb others
Near animals or plants that will be harmed by hot air
discharge
Near any source of combustible gas
In a location that is exposed to large amounts of
dust
In a location exposed to a excessive amounts of
salty air
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR
EXTREME WEATHER
If the unit is exposed to heavy wind:
Install unit so that air outlet fan is at a 90° angle to the
direction of the wind. If needed, build a barrier in front
of the unit to protect it from extremely heavy winds.
See Figures below.
Strong wind
Strong
wind
If the unit is frequently exposed to heavy rain or
snow:
Build a shelter above the unit to protect it from the rain
or snow. Be careful not to obstruct air flow around the
unit.
If the unit is frequently exposed to salty air
(seaside):
Use outdoor unit that is specially designed to resist
corrosion.
Wind
Baffle
Strong wind