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American Standard 4A7A5018-060 User Manual

American Standard 4A7A5018-060
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11-AC46D1-1B-EN
ALL phases of this installation must comply with NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES
IMPORTANTThis Document is customer property and is to remain with this unit. Please return to service informa-
tion pack upon completion of work.
Condensing Units
These instructions do not cover all variations in systems or provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with
the installation. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the
purchaser’s purposes, the matter should be referred to your installing dealer or local distributor.
Note: The manufacturer recommends installing only approved matched indoor and outdoor systems. Some of the benefits of
installing approved matched indoor and outdoor split systems are maximum efficiency, optimum performance and the best overall
system reliability.
4A7A5018 – 060
Table of Contents
Section 1. Safety ..................................................................................... 2
Section 2. Unit Location Considerations ............................................. 3
Section 3. Unit Preparation.................................................................... 4
Section 4. Setting the Unit ..................................................................... 5
Section 5. Refrigerant Line Considerations ......................................... 5
Section 6. Refrigerant Line Routing ..................................................... 6
Section 7. Refrigerant Line Brazing ...................................................... 7
Section 8. Refrigerant Line Leak Check ............................................... 9
Section 9. Evacuation ............................................................................ 9
Section 10. Service Valves .................................................................. 10
Section 11. Electrical - Low Voltage ................................................... 10
Section 12. Electrical - High Voltage .................................................. 13
Section 13. Start Up.............................................................................. 13
Section 14. System Charge Adjustment............................................. 14
Section 15. Checkout Procedures ...................................................... 19
Section 16. Refrigeration Circuits........................................................20
Section 17. Wiring Diagrams................................................................22
Section 18. Pressure Curves................................................................26
Installation and Operation Manual
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American Standard 4A7A5018-060 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model4A7A5018-060
TypeHeat Pump
Cooling Capacity (BTU/h)18000
Heating Capacity (BTU/h)18000
SEER Rating15
RefrigerantR-410A
Voltage208/230
Phase1
Compressor TypeScroll
Tonnage1.5
Sound Level (dBA)72

Summary

Safety

Unit Location Considerations

Unit Dimensions and Weight

Details unit dimensions and weight, crucial for placement.

Refrigerant Piping Limits

Specifies maximum refrigerant line length and vertical change for optimal performance.

Suggested Locations for Best Reliability

Provides guidance on optimal placement to ensure airflow and minimize noise.

Coastal Considerations

Addresses installation requirements for coastal environments, including salt shields.

Unit Preparation

Prepare The Unit For Installation

Steps to prepare the unit for installation, including damage checks and pallet removal.

Setting the Unit

Pad Installation

Guidelines for installing the unit on a support pad, ensuring levelness and drainage.

Refrigerant Line Considerations

Refrigerant Line and Service Valve Connection Sizes

Table detailing line and valve sizes for different models.

Factory Charge

Information on factory charge and verifying system charge.

Required Refrigerant Line Length

Instructions to determine required line length and lift for system calculations.

Refrigerant Line Insulation

Importance of insulating the vapor line to prevent heat transfer and condensation.

Reuse Existing Refrigerant Lines

Precautions for using existing refrigerant lines in retrofit applications.

Refrigerant Line Routing

Precautions

Guidance on routing lines to prevent noise transmission and ensure proper installation.

Refrigerant Line Brazing

Braze The Refrigerant Lines

Step-by-step instructions for brazing refrigerant lines, including preparation and purging.

Refrigerant Line Leak Check

Check For Leaks

Procedure for checking refrigerant lines for leaks using dry nitrogen and soapy solution.

Evacuation

Evacuate the Refrigerant Lines and Indoor Coil

Steps for evacuating the system to remove air and moisture using a micron gauge.

Service Valves

Open the Gas Service Valve

Procedure for opening the gas service valve after leak checks and evacuation.

Open the Liquid Service Valve

Procedure for opening the liquid service valve, with a critical safety warning.

Electrical - Low Voltage

Low Voltage Maximum Wire Length

Table defining maximum wire lengths for low voltage connections based on wire size.

Low Voltage Hook-up Diagrams

Diagrams illustrating low voltage wiring connections for various thermostat and furnace configurations.

Electrical - High Voltage

High Voltage Power Supply

Requirements for the high voltage power supply and compliance with codes.

High Voltage Disconnect Switch

Recommendation to install a separate disconnect switch at the outdoor unit.

High Voltage Ground

Requirement to ground the outdoor unit according to national, state, and local codes.

Start Up

System Start Up

Steps to perform before and during system startup, including thermostat settings and power.

System Charge Adjustment

Temperature Measurements

Guidance on measuring temperatures for correct system charging methods.

Subcooling Charging in Cooling

Detailed procedure for subcooling charging in cooling mode using charts.

Weigh-In Method for Charging

Alternative charging method using weight, useful for specific installation scenarios.

Checkout Procedures

Operational And Checkout Procedures

A checklist of final operational and checkout procedures for proper system performance.

Refrigeration Circuits

Wiring Diagrams

Pressure Curves

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