◆Installation Services—Precautions on Installation 
 
Important Caution 
1.  The air-conditioning unit must be installed by professional technicians in accordance with the state 
line layout rules to ensure smooth and sound use. 
2.  Contact the local SINCLAIR installation and service agency before installation. Air-conditioning 
unit installed by an agency not designated by SINCLAIR may not be served timely when in failure 
owing to inconvenient business contact. 
3.  For relocation of the air conditioner to another position, please contact the local SINCLAIR 
Authorized Service Center. 
Basic Requirements for Installation Position 
Installation at the following places may cause failure of the air-conditioning unit. Please contact  
SINCLAIR installation and service agency if the installation at such places cannot be avoided. 
  The environment where the strong heat, steam, flammable or explosive gas exists or the volatile 
matters are distributed in the air. 
  The place close to high-frequency facilities, e.g. welding machine, medical equipment,   
  A region with saline-sodic soil near the sea 
  The place where the air contains oil (mechanical oil). 
  A place with sulphide gases (such as sulphur spring); 
  An environment with special conditions(such as laundry). 
Indoor unit Selection of Installation Position 
1.  The air inlet and air outlet must be far away from obstacles to ensure that airflow can reach every 
corner of the room; 
2.  Choose a position where condensation water can be easily discharged and the outdoor unit can be 
easily connected;   
3.  Install the unit in a place where the children can not reach.   
4.  Choose a place where the weight of indoor unit can be withstood and operating noise and vibration 
are not increased;   
5.  Ensure sufficient clearance and space for service and maintenance; Ensure the indoor unit is at 
least 2.4m from the floor;  
6.  Choose a position at least 1 meter from any TV, sound system or other household electric 
appliances. 
7.  Choose a place so that the air filter can be easily pulled out;   
8.  Ensure the installation of indoor unit is in conformity with the requirements of installation dimension 
drawing.
Outdoor unit Selection of Installation Position 
1.  The place where the noise and air flow from the fan will not affect the neighbors, animals or plants. 
2.  Ensure good ventilation of outdoor unit. 
3.  No obstacles near the outdoor unit obstructing the air intake and air exhaust of the unit; 
4.  The installation position shall be able to withstand the weight and vibration of the outdoor unit and 
ensure safe installation; 
5.  Select a dry place but not exposed to direct sunshine or strong wind.   
6.  Ensure that the outdoor unit is installed in compliance with installation dimensions for easy repair 
and maintenance.
7.  Height difference of fitting pipes shall be within 5 meters and the length of fitting pipe shall be within 
10 meters.   
8.  Install the unit in a place where the children can not reach. 
9.  A place not affecting the public passage or city view. 
Electrical Safety Requirements 
1.  The power supply must be of rated voltage via special circuit for air-conditioning. The diameter of 
power cable shall conform to requirements. 
2.  Applicable voltage range : the normal operation range of voltage is 90%~110% of rated voltage. 
3.  Do not pull the power cable with force. 
 
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