Rheem RHSL-HM1817JA User Manual

92-20521-32-15
SUPERSEDES 92-20521-32-14
WARNING
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These instructions are intended as an aid to qualified licensed
service personnel for proper installation, adjustment and
operation of this unit. Read these instructions thoroughly before
attempting installation or operation. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in improper installation, adjustment,
service or maintenance possibly resulting in fire, electrical
shock, property damage, personal injury or death.
ISO 9001:2008
AIR HANDLERS
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RHSL Standard Efficiency
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Rheem RHSL-HM1817JA Specifications

General

Brand	Rheem
Model	RHSL-HM1817JA
Type	Air Handler
Cooling Capacity	18, 000 BTU
Airflow	600 CFM
Motor Type	PSC
Width	17.5 inches
Depth	21 inches

Summary

Safety Information

General Information

Model Number Explanation

Decodes the model number to identify unit specifications and features.

Available Models

Dimensions & Weights

Electrical Wiring

Power Wiring

Covers requirements for supplying electrical power to the unit.

Control Wiring

Details the low-voltage wiring connections for unit operation.

Grounding

Emphasizes the importance of proper unit grounding for safety.

Electrical Data – Blower Motor Only – No Electric Heat

Electrical data for blower motors without electric heat elements.

Electrical Data – Blower Motor Only – No Electric Heat: (-)HSL

Specific electrical data for HSL blower motors without electric heat.

Electrical Data – Blower Motor Only – No Electric Heat: (-)HLL

Specific electrical data for HLL blower motors without electric heat.

Electrical Data – With Electric Heat

Electrical data for units equipped with electric heat kits.

Electrical Data – With Electric Heat: (-)HSL

Specific electrical data for HSL units with electric heat.

Electrical Data – With Electric Heat: (-)HLL

Specific electrical data for HLL units with electric heat.

Heater Kit Supplemental Information

Airflow Performance

Airflow Operating Limits

Defines the minimum and maximum airflow limits for unit operation.

240V Airflow Performance Data – (-)HSL (PSC MOTOR)

Airflow performance data for 240V HSL models with PSC motors.

115/208/480V Airflow Performance Data – (-)HSL (PSC MOTOR)

Airflow data for 115/208/480V HSL models with PSC motors.

115/208/240/480V Airflow Performance Data – (-)HLL (X-13 MOTOR)

Airflow data for 115/208/240/480V HLL models with X-13 motors.

Sequence of Operation

Cooling (Cooling Only or Heat Pump)

How the unit operates during cooling cycles or heat pump cooling.

Heating (Electric Heat Only)

Heating (Heat Pump)

Defrost (Defrost Heat Control)

Emergency Heat (Heating Heat Pump)

Pre-Start Checklist

Maintenance

Air Filter (Not Factory-Installed)

Indoor Coil - Drain Pan - Drain Line

Blower Assembly Removal and Replacement

Motor Replacement

Blower Wheel Replacement