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Daikin DX17VSS181AA User Manual

Daikin DX17VSS181AA
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AIR CONDITIONER
DX17VSS AIR CONDITIONING
INSTALLATION & SERVICE REFERENCE
Index
ImportAnt sAfety InstruCtIons ............................................. 1
shIppIng InspeCtIon .............................................................. 1
Codes & regulAtIons .......................................................... 2
feAtures.............................................................................. 2
preCAutIons for seleCtIng A loCAtIon ................................. 2
preCAutIons for InstAllAtIon ............................................... 3
InstAllAtIon CleArAnCes ...................................................... 3
rooftop InstAllAtIons ......................................................... 3
sAfety ConsIderAtIons......................................................... 4
refrIgerAnt lInes ............................................................... 6
refrIgerAnt lIne ConneCtIons ............................................. 8
leAK testIng (nItrogen or nItrogen-trACed) ...................... 8
system stArt-up proCedure ................................................ 8
stArt-up proCedure detAIl .................................................. 9
eleCtrICAl ConneCtIons ...................................................... 9
AIr CondItIoner AdvAnCed feAture menu ........................... 30
wIrIng dIAgrAm ................................................................ 33
CApACItor .......................................................................... 34
troubleshootIng ............................................................... 36
settIng the mode dIsplAy .................................................. 41
7-segment dIsplAy ............................................................. 47
stArt up CheCKlIst ........................................................... 51
imPoRtant saFety instRuCtions
The following symbols and labels are used throughout this
manual to indicate immediate or potential safety hazards. It is
the owner’s and installer’s responsibility to read and comply
with all safety information and instructions accompanying
these symbols. Failure to heed safety information increases
the risk of personal injury, property damage, and/or product
damage.
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE !
dIsConneCt All power before servICIng.
m
ultIple power sourCes mAy be present. fAIlure
to do so mAy CAuse property dAmAge, personAl
Injury or deAth.
WARNING
only personnel thAt hAve been trAIned to InstAll, Adjust, ser-
vICe or repAIr (hereInAfter, “servICe”) the equIpment speCIfIed
In thIs mAnuAl should servICe the equIpment. the mAnufACturer
wIll not be responsIble for Any Injury or property dAmAge ArIs-
Ing from Improper servICe or servICe proCedures. If you servICe
thIs unIt, you Assume responsIbIlIty for Any Injury or property
dAmAge whICh mAy result. In AddItIon, In jurIsdICtIons thAt re-
quIre one or more lICenses to servICe the equIpment speCIfIed In
thIs mAnuAl, only lICensed personnel should servICe the equIp-
ment. Improper InstAllAtIon, Adjustment, servICIng or repAIr of
the equIpment speCIfIed In thIs mAnuAl, or AttemptIng to InstAll,
Adjust, servICe or repAIr the equIpment speCIfIed In thIs mAnuAl
wIthout proper trAInIng mAy result In produCt dAmAge, property
dAmAge, personAl Injury or deAth.
shiPPing insPeCtion
Always keep the unit upright; laying the unit on its side or top
may cause equipment damage. Shipping damage, and sub-
sequent investigation is the responsibility of the carrier. Verify
the model number, speci cations, electrical characteristics,
and accessories are correct prior to installation. The distributor
or manufacturer will not accept claims from dealers for trans-
portation damage or installation of incorrectly shipped units.
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Daikin DX17VSS181AA Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelDX17VSS181AA
SEER Rating17
Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER)12.5
RefrigerantR-410A
Voltage208/230 V
Phase1
TypeAir Conditioner
StagesVariable
Outdoor Unit Dimensions (HxWxD)35"
Cooling Capacity18000 BTU/h

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Shipping Inspection

Verifies model, specifications, and accessories are correct prior to installation.

Codes & Regulations

Installation must comply with national and local codes/regulations.

Features

Describes inverter technology and thermostat compatibility.

Location Selection Precautions

Guidelines for choosing a suitable location for the outdoor unit.

Installation Precautions

Steps to ensure secure and proper installation of the unit.

Installation Clearances

Specifies required clearances around the outdoor unit for airflow.

Rooftop Installations

Considerations for installing the unit on a roof structure.

Electrical Noise Considerations

Minimizing electrical noise effects on other equipment.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Hazard Symbol Meanings

Explains hazard symbols and their meanings for safety warnings.

Refrigerant Handling Warnings

Warnings and precautions related to the safe handling of refrigerants.

Refrigerant Cylinder Safety

Safety precautions for using and storing refrigerant cylinders.

REFRIGERANT LINES

Compressor Oil and Moisture Caution

Caution regarding compressor oil susceptibility to moisture and potential damage.

Allowable Line Set Diameter

Table showing permitted refrigerant line set diameter combinations.

Refrigerant Line Installation Guidelines

General guidelines for installing refrigerant lines, including insulation and contact avoidance.

Condenser Configurations

Condenser Below Evaporator Installation

Describes inverted loop requirement for suction line when condenser is below evaporator.

Condenser Above Evaporator Installation

Describes oil trap requirement when condenser is above evaporator.

Oil Trap Construction Details

Details on constructing an oil trap from standard refrigerant fittings.

REFRIGERANT LINE CONNECTIONS

Brazing Precautions

Precautions to avoid overheating and damage during refrigerant line brazing.

Leak Testing Procedure

Procedure for leak testing the system using nitrogen or a leak detector.

System Start-Up Procedure

General notes and procedures for initiating system operation.

START-UP PROCEDURE DETAIL

Electrical Connections

Instructions for high voltage and grounding connections, and overcurrent protection.

Overcurrent Protection

Information on protecting the unit from overcurrent conditions.

REFRIGERANT CHARGE CALCULATION

Calculate Refrigerant Charge Based on Line Set Length

Method for calculating refrigerant charge based on line set length and diameter.

SYSTEM CONNECTION AND START-UP

Valve Opening Cautions

Cautions regarding proper valve opening sequence to avoid oil or refrigerant loss.

SYSTEM START-UP TEST

System Test Notification

Notification that a system test is required at startup for equipment verification.

THERMOSTAT CHARGE MODE SETUP

Setting Thermostat to Charge Mode

Procedure to set the thermostat to CHARGE MODE for system charging.

REFRIGERANT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

Adjust Refrigerant Level

Instructions for adding or recovering refrigerant based on Step 1 calculation.

Measure Subcooling Verification

Procedure for measuring subcooling to verify correct refrigerant charge.

Refrigerant Charge Notices

Notices regarding checking Schrader ports and not adjusting charge by suction pressure.

FIELD SELECTABLE BOOST MODE

Boost Mode Operation

Enables system operation at increased speeds to satisfy high loads.

DEHUMIDIFICATION FUNCTION

Dehumidification Tips

Tips for effective dehumidification operation and settings.

NIGHT MODE OPERATION

Night Mode Settings

Enables system operation at decreased speeds for quiet operation.

COMFORTNET SYSTEM FEATURES

System Overview

Describes the ComfortNet system's digital communication and components.

Advanced Features Access

Instructions on accessing advanced feature menus and system settings.

Diagnostics Menu

Access to recent faults and troubleshooting information.

Status Information

Displays current system status for troubleshooting and verification.

Air Conditioner Advanced Feature Menu

Details on advanced menus for diagnostics, status, system setup, and cool setup.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION AND MAINTENANCE

System Setup Options

Allows configuration of Boost Mode, Night Mode, and other system parameters.

Equipment Testing

Enables mandatory system verification tests for functional checks.

System Maintenance

Options for system maintenance, including charge mode.

COOL SETUP AND RUN VALUES

Cool Setup Adjustments

Adjustments for cooling performance variables like airflow and delays.

Cooling Run Value Settings

Settings for maximum compressor RPM range and selection for cooling.

WIRING DIAGRAM

High Voltage Wiring Warning

Warning regarding high voltage hazards during wiring installation.

CAPACITOR SAFETY

Capacitor Voltage Warning

Safety warning for handling capacitors due to residual voltage.

COOLING ANALYSIS CHART

Cooling Performance Analysis

Chart correlating possible causes with cooling performance indicators.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Fault Code Reference

Table listing fault codes, messages, probable causes, and corrective actions.

NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING

Communication Troubleshooting

Diagnosing communication issues using LED indicators and dipswitch settings.

MODE DISPLAY NAVIGATION

Mode Display Introduction

Introduction to the 3-digit PCB display for fault reading and setup.

Display Button Layout

Description of buttons used to navigate the display interface.

Available Modes

Explanation of the five modes: Fault Code, History, Monitoring, Setting 1, Setting 2.

Screen Navigation

Instructions on how to navigate through the different display screens.

Fault Code History Navigation

Procedure for accessing and viewing the six most recent system faults.

Monitoring Mode Navigation

Instructions for monitoring system variables in the display.

Settings Mode 1 Navigation

Procedure for adjusting system settings in Mode 1.

Settings Mode 2 Navigation

Procedure for adjusting system settings in Mode 2.

7-SEGMENT DISPLAY SCREENS

Screen 0: Fault Code Display

Displays the current fault code if one is present.

Screen 1: Fault Codes History

Displays the six most recent fault codes recorded.

Screen 2: Monitor Mode

Allows monitoring of system variables and operational data.

Screen 3: Setting Mode 1

Provides access to adjust system settings in Mode 1.

Screen 4: Setting Mode 2

Provides access to adjust system settings in Mode 2.

SPLIT SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE

Filter Replacement or Cleaning

Recommendations for maintaining the indoor air filter for system efficiency.

Outdoor Coil Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning the outdoor coil by a qualified servicer.

Pre-Service Checks

Troubleshooting steps to perform before calling a qualified servicer.

UNITARY INVERTER START-UP CHECKLIST

Pre Start-Up Checklist

Checklist of tasks to complete before initial unit start-up.

Start-Up Value Recording

Fields to record electrical, blower, temperature, and pressure values during start-up.

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