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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BA13/14/16/17 (SINGLE-STAGE) AIR
CONDITIONER
(P) 508255-01
*P508255-01*
Blue Summit
1509-A Coral Ridge Rd,
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
1-800-865-5931
This manual must be left with the homeowner for future reference.
Table of Contents
General ........................................................................1
Installation ...................................................................2
Refrigeration Piping .....................................................3
Electrical Wiring .........................................................12
Start-Up .....................................................................13
Maintenance ..............................................................14
Homeowner Information ............................................15
This is a safety alert symbol and should never be ignored. When you see this symbol on labels or in manuals, be alert to
the potential for personal injury or death.
Installation and servicing of air conditioning equipment
can be hazardous due to internal refrigerant pressure
and live electrical components. Only trained and
qualied service personnel should install or service
this equipment. Installation and service performed by
unqualied persons can result in property damage,
personal injury, or death.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD!
Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect all
remote power supplies before installing
or servicing any portion of the system.
Failure to disconnect power supplies
can result in property damage, personal
injury, or death.
WARNING
Sharp metal edges can cause injury. When installing
the unit, use care to avoid sharp edges.
WARNING
General
Read this entire instruction manual, as well as the
instructions supplied in separate equipment, before
starting the installation. Observe and follow all warnings,
cautions, instructional labels, and tags. Failure to comply
with these instructions could result in an unsafe condition
and/or premature component failure.
These instructions are intended as a general guide only
for use by qualied personnel and do not supersede any
national or local codes in any way. The installation must
comply with all provincial, state, and local codes as well as
the National Electrical Code (U.S.) or Canadian Electrical
Code (Canada). Compliance should be determined prior
to installation.
This unit uses R-410A, which is an ozone-friendly HFC
refrigerant. The unit must be installed with a matching
indoor coil and line set. A lter drier approved for use with
R-410A is installed in the unit.
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Blueridge BA13 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBlueridge
ModelBA13
CategoryAir Conditioner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General

Installation

Inspection of Shipment

Procedures for checking the unit for damage upon receipt from the carrier.

Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures and personal protective equipment required during installation.

Outdoor Unit Placement and Mounting

Guidelines for selecting the proper location and installing a solid, level mounting pad for the outdoor unit.

Unit Elevation and Clearances

Clearance Requirements

Specific clearance dimensions needed around the unit for proper airflow and service access.

Rooftop Installation Guidelines

Specific considerations for installing the unit on a rooftop, including elevation and wind barriers.

Refrigerant Piping

Line Sizes and Kink Prevention

Information on correct refrigerant line sizes and avoiding damage like kinking.

Filter Drier Installation

Importance and procedure for installing the filter drier for system reliability.

Line Set Installation Best Practices

Guidelines for properly routing and securing refrigerant lines to prevent vibration and noise.

Converting Existing R-22 Systems to R-410A (Part 1)

Steps to convert an R-22 system, including removing the fixed orifice.

R-410A System Conversion Procedures

Removing Existing Expansion Valve

Procedure for removing an existing expansion valve when converting to R-410A.

Flushing Line Sets for R-410A

Procedure for flushing existing line sets to remove contaminants before R-410A conversion.

Indoor Expansion Valve Installation

Mounting the Expansion Valve

Detailed steps for installing the expansion valve unit at the indoor coil.

Sensing Bulb and Equalizer Line Placement

Correct placement of the sensing bulb and connection of the equalizer line.

Refrigerant Piping Brazing Procedures

Brazing Preparation Steps

Includes cutting, deburring, cap/core removal, and manifold gauge setup for brazing.

Nitrogen Flow and Brazing Process

Ensuring proper nitrogen flow during brazing and the steps for making the braze joint.

Brazing Process and Cooling

Protecting Service Valves During Brazing

Using water-saturated cloths to protect service valve seals and paint.

Cooling and Post-Brazing Preparation

Cooling the braze joint and preparing for leak testing and evacuation.

Leak Test and Evacuation

Connecting Gauges for Testing

Connecting the manifold gauge set to the system for leak testing.

Performing the Leak Test

Steps to pressurize with refrigerant and nitrogen, then detect leaks.

System Evacuation Procedure

Setting Up for Evacuation

Setting up the manifold gauge set and vacuum pump for system evacuation.

Achieving Deep Vacuum

Using a vacuum pump to remove air and moisture to achieve a deep vacuum.

Service Valve Operation

Accessing Schrader Ports

How to access the Schrader valve for gauge connection and testing.

Operating Line and Suction Valves

Steps to open and close liquid and suction line service valves correctly.

Electrical Wiring Installation

High Voltage Power Connections

Instructions for connecting the main power supply to the unit.

Low Voltage Control Wiring

Details on connecting thermostat and control wiring to the unit.

Unit Start-Up Procedures

Pre-Start System Checks

Checks like fan rotation, wiring, voltage, and thermostat settings before initial startup.

Refrigerant Charging Methods

Methods and precautions for charging the system with the correct amount of refrigerant.

Regular Maintenance Requirements

Scheduled Service Technician Checks

Routine inspections and checks performed by a qualified service technician.

Coil Cleaning and Surface Protection

Instructions for cleaning condenser coils and maintaining painted surfaces.

Homeowner Information and Troubleshooting

Thermostat and Fan Operation Guide

Explanation of thermostat settings and fan modes for optimal comfort and humidity control.

Basic System Troubleshooting Steps

Steps homeowners can take to diagnose issues before calling a service technician.

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