Carrier FMC5X - Page 4

FMC5X, FMC5Z: Installation Instructions
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For Conversion to Horizontal Return:
1. Remove the back panel from the casing assembly.
2. Using the dimples on the back of the casing as a guide, pre-cut the
insulation and remove to prevent damage that may occur while
cutting the new return opening.
3. Cut the return opening into the sheet metal using the dimples as a
guide.
4. Reinstall the back panel on to the casing.
5. Field fabricate and mount a cover panel to completely seal bottom
return opening of the fan coil.
After Mounting Unit, Install Refrigeration Tubing as Follows:
1. Route tubing to connection points.
2. Remove plugs from liquid and vapor lines.
3. Wrap the TXV with a wet rag to prevent overheating.
4. Shield casing insulation with sheet metal in the area you will be
brazing.
5. Braze connections using either silver bearing or non-silver bearing
brazing material. Do not use soft solder (materials which melt
below 800°F / 427°C). Consult local code requirements. Always
flow nitrogen through the system refrigerant lines while brazing.
6. Pressurize system and leak test. Repeat procedure until leak free.
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Fig. 2 – Dimensional Drawing
Table 5 – Dimensional Data
Model Size
Dimensions- inches [mm]
Unit Operating Weight
lbs (kg)
ABCD
18
39-3/4 [1010] 30-3/8 [771] 28 [711] 43-3-8 [1101] 116 (52.5)
24
39-3/4 [1010] 30-3/8 [771] 28 [711] 43-3-8 [1101] 116 (52.5)
30
51-3/4 [1315] 42-3/8 (1076) 40 [1016] 55-3-8 [1406] 142 (64.5)
36
51-3/4 [1315] 42-3/8 (1076) 40 [1016] 55-3-8 [1406] 142 (64.5)