1 in. (25.4 mm)
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connection, be sure to protect the piping with suitable insulation, to
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ing accessory pipes supplied as accessory.
NOTE
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piping, the bottom frame or side panels of the unit.
The connections to the branch kits are the responsibility of the installer
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installing the piping, follow the instructions in the installation manual
that comes with the kit.
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Pattern 1 Pattern 2
2
1
1
2
1
2
2
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2 Piping between outdoor units
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1
2
2
1
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2 Piping between outdoor units
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8 in. (200 mm)
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create a rise of 8 in. (200 mm) or more in the gas line within a length
of 6.5 ft. (2 m) from the kit.