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Panasonic U-8MF2E8 User Manual

Panasonic U-8MF2E8
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REFERENCE NO. SM830226-00
Outdoor Unit
Model No.
Class 73 106 140 224 280
E1
High Static Pressure
Ducted
Indoor Unit
Class 22 28 36 45 56 60 73 90 106 140 160
U1
4-Way Cassette
S-160MU1E51S-140MU1E51S-106MU1E51S-73MU1E51
S-160MU1E5S-140MU1E5S-106MU1E5S-73MU1E5
S-140MT1E5S-106MT1E5S-73MT1E5
S-106MK1E5S-73MK1E5
S-56MU1E51
S-60MU1E51
S-60MF2E5
S-90MU1E51
S-160MF1E5S-140MF1E5S-106MF1E5S-73MF1E5 S-90MF1E5
S-45MU1E51S-36MU1E51
S-56MU1E5S-45MU1E5S-36MU1E5
S-28MU1E51
S-28MU1E5
S-22MU1E51
S-22MU1E5
S-56MF1E5
S-45MF1E5S-36MF1E5S-28MF1E5S-22MF1E5
S-160MF2E5S-140MF2E5S-106MF2E5S-73MF2E5
S-71MP1E5
S-90MF2E5S-56MF2E5
S-45MF2E5S-36MF2E5S-28MF2E5S-22MF2E5
S-56MM1E5S-45MM1E5S-36MM1E5S-28MM1E5S-22MM1E5
S-56MP1E5S-45MP1E5S-36MP1E5S-28MP1E5S-22MP1E5
S-71MR1E5S-56MR1E5S-45MR1E5S-36MR1E5S-28MR1E5S-22MR1E5
S-280ME1E5S-224ME1E5S-140ME1E5S-106ME1E5S-73ME1E5
S-56ML1E5S-45ML1E5S-36ML1E5S-28ML1E5
S-56MD1E5S-45MD1E5S-36MD1E5S-28MD1E5
S-22ML1E5
S-56MK1E5S-45MK1E5S-36MK1E5
S-56MT1E5S-45MT1E5S-36MT1E5
S-28MK1E5S-22MK1E5
S-56MY1E5S-45MY1E5S-36MY1E5S-28MY1E5S-22MY1E5
L1
2-Way Cassette
S-73ML1E5
S-73MD1E5
D1
1-Way Cassette
F1
Low Silhouette Ducted
F2
Low Silhouette Ducted
T1
Ceiling
K1
Wall Mounted
R1
Concealed Floor
Standing
P1
Floor Standing
Y1
4-Way Cassette 60×60
M1
Slim Low Static Ducted
Model Name
Class 8HP 10HP 12HP 14HP 16HP
MF2
U-16MF2E8U-14MF2E8U-12MF2E8U-10MF2E8U-8MF2E8
Order No.SM830226-11CE
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Panasonic U-8MF2E8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelU-8MF2E8
CategoryAir Conditioner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT! Please Read Before Starting

Special Precautions

Crucial safety information covering wiring, transportation, and installation procedures.

Refrigerant Tubing Precautions

Guidelines for handling refrigerant tubing, preventing contamination, and ensuring proper connections.

Servicing Precautions

Safety measures to follow during maintenance and servicing of the unit.

Density Limit Check

Minimum Room Volume Standards

Standards for minimum room volume to ensure safe refrigerant density levels.

Minimum Indoor Floor Space

Requirements for minimum indoor floor space related to refrigerant density limits.

Refrigerant Installation Precautions

Tubing Care

Instructions on processing tubing, preventing impurities, and proper bending techniques.

Refrigerant Recharging

Guidelines for recharging refrigerant in liquid form and handling gas leaks.

Required Tools for R410A

Lists specific tools required for R410A refrigerant systems, noting incompatibilities.

Refrigerant Information

Refrigerant Charge Labeling

Information on filling refrigerant charge labels and compliance with Kyoto Protocol.

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Introduction

Overview of the 3WAY System, its components, and required test run settings.

Selecting Outdoor Unit for Operation

Rules for operating multiple outdoor units, including delayed start and stop procedures.

Compressor Control

Details on compressor types, selection rules, operating modes, start/stop, frequency range, and forced stop.

Heat Exchanger Control

Adjusting heat exchanger capacity for condenser and evaporator modes.

Protection Control

Manages discharge temp, low pressure, and over-current protection for compressors.

Solenoid Valve Control

Control of DCV, SCV, and PBV for heat exchanger mode and capacity.

Other PCB Outputs

Control of SC circuit valve (MOV4) and crankcase heaters (CH1, CH2).

Outdoor Fan Control

Fan Mode Settings

Details on fan modes, maximum/minimum values, and forced modes for different unit types.

High Static Pressure Mode

Configuration for high static pressure operation in outdoor units.

Snow Removal Control

Controls fan operation to prevent snow accumulation on stopped fans.

Silent Mode

Settings for reducing noise by adjusting fan speed and capacity.

Fan Mode Operation

Fixed initial fan mode and operation after initial mode for cooling and heating.

Indoor Unit Control from CCU

Indoor Unit MOV Control

Control of MOV for each indoor unit operation mode (stop, fan, cooling, heating).

Solenoid Valve Kit Control

Control of solenoid valve kit for switching indoor unit modes and special operations.

Indoor Fan Speed Control

CCU intervenes in indoor unit fan control based on operating mode and priority, including dry and heating modes.

Drain Pump Control

CCU intervenes in drain pump control based on EEPROM settings and unit type.

Discharge Air Temperature Control

Controls discharge air temperature to prevent duct condensation in cooling.

Tube Refrigerant Recovery Control

Start of Recovery Control

Conditions for starting tube refrigerant recovery after power-on, stops, or alarms.

Recovery Process Flow

Steps involved in tube refrigerant recovery, including control time and processing.

Oil Control

Oil Level and Detection

Describes oil levels, detection methods, and self-separator oil recovery.

Inter-Unit Oil Recovery

Manages oil recovery between outdoor units using balance tubes and operations.

System Oil Recovery Control

Procedures for system-wide oil recovery, including cooling cycle conversion.

Oil Rotation and Indoor Unit Recovery

Controls oil rotation among units and self-recovery for indoor units.

Defrost Control

Defrost Methods and Constraints

Details the defrosting systems used and conditions that affect defrost operation.

Reverse Cycle Defrost

Procedure for defrosting when only one outdoor unit is connected to the system.

Outdoor Unit Cycle Defrost

Method for defrosting when two or more outdoor units are connected, involving cycle defrost.

Upper Current Limitation Mode

Demand Control

Controls system operation based on demand input via serial-parallel I/O for current limitation.

EEPROM Settings

Configuration settings related to demand control display and current limitation.

Alarm Information

Discharge Temperature Alarms

Details alarms related to discharge temperature protection, sensor issues, and disconnections.

Current Protection Alarms

Covers alarms for inverter compressor, constant-speed compressor, and CT circuit issues.

Pressure Sensor and Protection Alarms

Alarms for high/low pressure sensor failures and abnormal pressure conditions.

Other Sensor and Switch Failures

Alarms for temperature sensor failures and magnet switch issues.

Backup Operation

Automatic Backup Operation

Automatic system backup triggered by specific alarms, ensuring continued operation, including start and display info.

Manual Backup Operation

Procedures for manual backup, including disabling units and compressors, and setting switches.

Other Functions

Indoor Unit Power Supply Stop Maintenance

Allows system operation continuation when an outdoor unit cannot communicate with some indoor units.

Refrigerant Judgment Function

Automatic judgment of insufficient gas or overcharge using PCB LEDs and guidelines.

EEPROM Settings

Snowfall Sensor and Fan Settings

EEPROM settings for snowfall sensor usage and outdoor fan silent mode.

Drain Pump and Demand Settings

EEPROM settings for indoor drain pump operation and demand current control.

System and Capacity Settings

EEPROM settings for system address, capacity, and backup mode.

Special Function Settings

EEPROM settings for E06 ignore, dew condensation, DP operation, and PSccutgt delay.

Defrost and Other EEPROM Settings

EEPROM settings for defrost minimum time, smell measures, capacity control, solenoid valve, O2 output, and discharge temp control.

Outdoor Unit Repair Procedures

Removing Panels

Procedures for safely removing panels from the outdoor unit for access.

Discharging Compressor Oil

Steps for draining compressor oil from the oil separator for inspection.

Backup Operation

Procedures for engaging automatic or manual backup during repair operations.

Recovering Refrigerant

Safe methods for recovering refrigerant from the system, covering outdoor and indoor units.

Checking for Leakage After Repair

Steps for verifying the integrity of refrigerant circuits after repair.

Evacuating System

Procedure to remove air and moisture from the repaired outdoor unit and tubing.

Charging Compressor Oil

Procedures for charging compressor oil into the outdoor unit using an oil-charging tank.

Pumping Out Refrigerant from Outdoor Unit

Methods to pump out refrigerant from an outdoor unit for repair.

Compressor

Procedures for compressor removal, replacement, diagnosis, and dry core cleaning.

Outdoor Unit Maintenance Remote Controller

Overview

Introduction to the CZ-RTC2 maintenance remote controller for 3WAY systems.

Remote Controller Functions

Lists capabilities like operation, display, temperature monitoring, alarm history, and mode settings.

Ordinary Display Controls

Explains how to connect the controller and interpret basic displays and operations.

Basic Operations

Covers starting/stopping units, switching modes, test runs, and double-speed operation.

Display Items and Codes

Details various item codes and their descriptions displayed on the remote controller.

Unit Number and Time Displays

Explains the display of unit numbers and total compressor operating time.

Monitoring Operations

Procedures for displaying and monitoring indoor/outdoor unit sensor temperatures.

Outdoor Unit Alarm History

How to access and view the outdoor unit alarm history using the remote controller.

Mode Settings

Procedures for configuring mode settings (Setting Mode 1) via the remote controller.

Remote Controller Functions

Simple Settings Function

Allows basic settings for filter lifetime, mode priority, and control addresses for indoor units.

Detailed Settings Function

Enables advanced configuration of system, unit addresses, and operational parameters for indoor units.

Flap Settings

Allows separate adjustment of flap positions for airflow direction in specific indoor unit types.

Filter Settings

Configuration for filter sign ON time and degree of filter fouling based on model.

Central Control and Mode Priority

Settings for central control address and operating mode priority among multiple controllers.

Operational Mode Settings

Settings for fan speed, temperature shifts, electric heater, humidifying, auto heating/cooling, and cooling-only modes.

Unit Configuration Settings

Settings for unit type, capacity, system/indoor/group addresses, temperature shifts, auto stop time.

Temperature and Other Detailed Settings

Settings for remote control temperature range, humidifier, filter, ventilation, sensors, timers, and other operational parameters.

DC Fan Motor Tap Settings

Instructions for selecting DC fan motor tap settings via PCB for different cassette types.

Remote Controller Servicing Functions

Explains servicing functions like test run, sensor display, settings, address management, and troubleshooting.

Sensor Temperature Display

Displays sensor temperatures from remote, indoor, and outdoor units on the remote controller.

Trouble Diagnosis

Remote Controller Alarm Display

Lists malfunctions indicated by remote controller alarms, including serial communication and setting errors.

Alarm Categories and Causes

Details alarm causes related to thermistors, protective devices, communication errors, EEPROM, compressor protection, and oil sensors.

Outdoor Unit LED Display

Explains the meaning of LED indicators on the outdoor unit control panel for status and alarms.

Sensor Temperature Display Function

Displays sensor temperatures from remote, indoor, and outdoor units on the remote controller.

3WAY Alarm Codes

Comprehensive list of alarm codes, their meanings, probable causes, and checks for 8/10HP and 12/14/16HP units.

Communication and Address Alarms

Details alarms related to serial communication errors, address setting, and unit quantity mismatches.

Sensor Failure Alarms

Covers alarms for discharge, gas, liquid, outdoor air, intake, and SCG temperature sensors.

Pressure and Memory Alarms

Alarms for high/low pressure sensors, EEPROM issues, and other sensor failures.

Compressor Current Alarms

Alarms related to compressor current issues, including inverter and constant speed types.

Compressor Protection and Sensor Alarms

Alarms for compressor protection, discharge temperature sensors, and CT sensors.

Low Pressure Alarms

Details the H06 alarm for abnormal low-pressure conditions.

Other System and HIC Alarms

Alarms related to oil sensors, HIC trouble, and outdoor system address duplication.

Unit Mismatch and Compressor Protection Alarms

Alarms for unit model mismatch, compressor thermal protector activation, and phase issues.

Discharge Temperature and Expansion Valve Alarms

Alarms for compressor discharge temperature issues and expansion valve malfunctions.

High Pressure and Phase Alarms

Alarms for high-pressure switch activation and reverse/missing phase detection.

O2 Sensor and Overcurrent Alarms

Alarms related to O2 sensor operation and compressor 1 overcurrent.

Fan and Compressor Lock Alarms

Alarms for fan motor trouble and inverter compressor missing phase or lock.

Automatic Backup Blinking Display

Information on blinking display during automatic backup operation and related alarms.

Magnet SW Seizing Detection

Details blinking display for compressor magnet SW seizing detection and probable causes.

Inspection of Parts

High-Pressure Switch Inspection

Procedures for checking high-pressure switches (63PH1, 63PH2, 63PH3) for resistance.

Electronic Control Valve Inspection

Methods for checking electronic control valves (MOV1, MOV2, MOV4) for voltage and resistance.

Crankcase Heater Inspection

Procedure for measuring current for the crankcase heater.

Test Pin Diagnostics

Component Operation via Test Pin

Instructions on using test pins to operate individual components like valves and heaters.

Symptom Diagnosis

Indoor Control PC Board Issues

Troubleshooting for setting temperature, sensor connections, display mode, and EXCT demand control.

Outdoor Control PC Board Issues

Troubleshooting for unit operation, discharge temperature, demand value, and DEMAND application.

Control Equipment and System Issues

Troubleshooting for demand settings in control units and system-level issues like cooling/heating modes and service valves.

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