Nordyne S4BE-060KA Series User Manual

SPLIT SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONER
*S4BE / *SA4BE - 018, 024, 030, 036, 042, 048, & 060 (1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, & 5 TON) SERIES
14 SEER, SINGLE PHASE MODELS
IMPORTANT
ATTENTION INSTALLERS:
It is your responsibility to know this product
better than your customer. This includes
being able to install the product according
to strict safety guidelines and instructing the
customer on how to operate and maintain the
equipment for the life of the product. Safety
should always be the deciding factor when
installing this product and using common
sense plays an important role as well. Pay
attention to all safety warnings and any other
special notes highlighted in the manual.
Improper installation of the unit or failure to
follow safety warnings could result in serious
injury, death, or property damage.
These instructions are primarily intended to
assist qualified individuals experienced in the
proper installation of this appliance. Some
local codes require licensed installation/
service personnel for this type of equipment.
Please read all instructions carefully before
starting the installation. Return these
instructions to the customer’s package for
future reference.
DO NOT DESTROY. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY &
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2
AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION .....................3
General Information ...............................................3
Before You Install this Unit .....................................3
Locating the Air Conditioner ...................................3
Packaging Removal ............................................... 3
Ground Level .........................................................3
Roof Mount ............................................................3
Connecting Refrigerant Tubing Between the
Indoor & Outdoor Unit ............................................ 3
ELECTRICAL WIRING ...........................................4
Pre-Electrical Checklist ..........................................4
Line Voltage ........................................................... 4
Grounding ..............................................................5
CoreSense
TM
Diagnostics Module ..........................5
Compressor Protection ........................................ 5
Resetting Alert Codes ..........................................5
Thermostat Connections ........................................5
START UP & ADJUSTMENTS ............................... 5
Pre-Start Check List ...............................................5
Start-Up Procedures ..............................................6
Air Circulation - Indoor Blower ............................. 6
System Cooling ....................................................6
System Heating (optional) ...................................6
REFRIGERANT CHARGING .................................. 6
Charging the Unit in AC mode ...............................6
Application Notes & Charging Info ......................... 7
Table 3. Charging Table for 1.5 Ton Models .......7
Table 4. Charging Table for 2 Ton Models ..........8
Table 5. Charging Table for 2.5 Ton Models .......8
Table 6. Charging Table for 3 Ton Models ..........9
Table 7. Charging Table for 3.5 Ton Models .......9
Table 8. Charging Table for 4 Ton Models ..........10
Table 9. Charging Table for 5 Ton Models ..........10
Figure 3. Charging Chart for 2 - 5 Ton Units .......11
AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE .....................11
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION ...............................12
Table 10. LED Diagnostics for CoreSense
TM
Diagnostics Module .............................................12
Figure 4. Wiring Diagram for 1.5 - 4 Ton Models
without CoreSense
TM
) ..........................................12
Figure 5. Wiring Diagram for 1.5 - 4 Ton Models
(with CoreSense
TM
) .............................................13
Figure 6. Wiring Diagram for 5 Ton Models
(without CoreSense
TM
) ........................................14
Figure 7. Wiring Diagram for 5 Ton Models
(with CoreSense
TM
) .............................................15
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST .................................16
REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................ 16

Nordyne S4BE-060KA Series Specifications

General

Cooling Capacity	60, 000 BTU
Refrigerant Type	R-410A
Voltage	208/230V
Phase	1
Tonnage	5 Tons
SEER Rating	13 SEER
Fan Motor Type	PSC

Summary

Important Safety Information

Air Conditioner Installation

General Information

Overview of unit design, installation requirements, and maintenance.

Before You Install this Unit

Pre-installation checks for load calculation, electrical supply, and indoor unit.

Locating the Air Conditioner

Site survey for optimal outdoor unit placement considering clearances and airflow.

Packaging Removal

Instructions for carefully removing equipment from packaging.

Ground Level

Requirements for ground-level installations, including pad and clearance.

Roof Mount

Guidelines for roof mounting, ensuring structural integrity and clearance.

Connecting Refrigerant Tubing Between the Indoor & Outdoor Unit

Procedures for routing and connecting refrigerant lines between indoor and outdoor units.

Electrical Wiring

Pre-Electrical Checklist

Verification steps before making electrical connections to ensure safety and compliance.

Line Voltage

Guidance on supplying power, disconnects, branch circuits, and wiring methods.

Grounding

CoreSense™™ Diagnostics Module

Description of the diagnostic module for troubleshooting system failures.

Compressor Protection

Explanation of how the module protects the compressor from trips.

Resetting Alert Codes

Steps to clear alert codes and reset the module after an issue is resolved.

Start Up & Adjustments

Pre-Start Check List

Final checks before system startup, including electrical, refrigerant, and airflow.

Start-Up Procedures

Air Circulation - Indoor Blower

Steps to verify indoor blower operation and air delivery.

System Cooling

Procedure to start up and verify the system in cooling mode.

System Heating (optional)

Procedure to start up and verify the system in heating mode, if applicable.

Refrigerant Charging

Charging the Unit in AC mode

Steps for charging the unit in air conditioning mode at specific temperatures.

Application Notes & Charging Info

Notes on charging procedures, unit efficiency, and system inspection.

Air Conditioner Maintenance

Electrical Information

Table 10. LED Diagnostics for CoreSense™™ Diagnostics Module

Table explaining alert codes and their corresponding LED indications.

Wiring Diagram for 1.5 - 4 Ton Models (without CoreSense™™)

Diagram showing electrical connections for specific outdoor units.

Wiring Diagram

Figure 5. Wiring Diagram for 1.5 - 4 Ton Models (with CoreSense™™)

Diagram illustrating electrical connections for units with the CoreSense module.

Wiring Diagram

Figure 6. Wiring Diagram for 5 Ton Models (without CoreSense™™)

Diagram showing electrical connections for 5-ton outdoor units without the CoreSense module.

Wiring Diagram

Figure 7. Wiring Diagram for 5 Ton Models (with CoreSense™™)

Diagram illustrating electrical connections for 5-ton units with the CoreSense module.

Installation Checklist

Electrical System Checklist

Checks for electrical connections, line voltage polarity, and voltage readings.

Refrigeration System Checklist

Checks for crankcase heater warm-up and refrigerant pressures.

Replacement Parts

Information on ordering replacement parts, including electrical and motor components.