Goodman MSC 15 Series User Manual

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.
HIGH VOLTAGE!
Disconnect ALL power before servicing.
Multiple power sources may be present.
Failure to do so may cause property damage,
personal injury or death.
Goodman will not be responsible for any injury or
property damage arising from improper service or
service procedures. If you perform service on your
own product, you assume responsibility for any
personal injury or property damage which may result.
INSTALLATION & OPERATIONS MANUAL
SPLIT TYPE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER AND HEAT PUMP MODELS
MSC/MSH 15 SEER 12,000 BTUH & 18,000 BTUH • 230/208 VOLT
MSC/MSH 19 SEER 12,000 BTUH & 18,000 BTUH • 230/208 VOLT
© 2011, 2013 Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P.
5151 San Felipe, Suite 500, Houston, TX 77056
www.goodmanmfg.com -or- www.amana-hac.com
IO-412A
April 2013
To prevent the risk of property damage, personal injury, or
death, do not store combustible materials or use gasoline
or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this
appliance.
To prevent heat related illness or death, do not use this
device for unattended cooling of persons or animals unable
to react to product failure. Failure of unattended air
conditioner may result in extreme heat in area intended
for cooling, causing heat-related illness or death of
persons or animals.
To prevent the risk of property damage or personal injury,
keep hands and foreign objects away from outlet port and
intake grille while the unit is in operation.
Shipping Inspection
Always keep the unit upright; laying the unit on its side or top
may cause equipment damage. Shipping damage, and subse-
quent investigation is the responsibility of the carrier. Verify
the model number, specifications, electrical characteristics,
and accessories are correct prior to installation. The distribu-
tor or manufacturer will not accept claims from dealers for trans-
portation damage or installation of incorrectly shipped units.
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15 SEER
19 SEER
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OUTDOOR UNIT

Goodman MSC 15 Series Specifications

General

SEER Rating	Up to 16 SEER
Refrigerant	R-410A
Operating Voltage	208/230V
Phase	1
Type	Air Conditioner
Compressor Type	Single Stage
Warranty	10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
Cooling Capacity	1.5 to 5 tons

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

High Voltage Warning

Disconnect all power before servicing to prevent injury, death, or property damage.

Qualified Installer Requirement

Only qualified technicians may install or repair to prevent product damage or personal injury.

Service Responsibility

Goodman is not liable for injury or damage from improper service procedures.

Shipping Inspection

Codes and Regulations

Installation Considerations

Outdoor Unit Placement Guidelines

Ensure proper airflow, drainage, noise consideration, and clearances for the outdoor unit.

Rooftop Installations

Tools Required

Indoor Unit Installation

Mounting Bracket Installation

Securely install the mounting bracket horizontally and drill holes as per wall construction.

Refrigerant and Condensate Piping

Install drain hose with downward slope and insulate connecting parts of extension drain hose.

Unit Mounting and Piping Routing

Pass piping through the wall and securely mount the indoor unit on the installation plate.

Outdoor Unit Installation

Outdoor Installation Precautions

Install on a rigid base, minimize airflow restriction, and protect from prevailing winds.

Anchoring the Outdoor Unit

Securely anchor the outdoor unit horizontally with nuts and bolts on a stable surface.

Drain Joint Installation

Properly install the drain joint with seals or without, ensuring correct alignment.

Refrigerant Pipe Connection

Flare Connections Procedure

Make leak-proof flare connections using the specified tools and dimensions.

Flare Nut Tightening

Align pipes and finger-tighten flare nuts, then use torque wrench for secure tightening.

Electrical

Connecting Cable to Indoor Unit

Turn off power, remove panel, connect wiring between indoor unit and outdoor unit.

Connecting Cable to Outdoor Unit

Remove cover, connect power supply and low voltage lines to terminal blocks, ground unit.

Leak Testing

System Evacuation

Safe Refrigerant Handling

Safety Check

Grounding and Leakage Check

Verify grounding resistance is less than 4.0 ohms and perform electrical leakage check.

Test Running

Manual Operation for Low Ambient Temp

Manually control unit for cooling if ambient temp is below 63°F or remote is disabled.