3 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION
NOTE: Before installing unit, determine whether any building alterations are required to run piping,
wiring and duct work. Follow the figures, specifications, and listed requirements for proper clearances.
Proper preparation of the installation location and consideration of the installation environment optimizes
the performance of your VRC.
3.1 Cabinet and Room Requirements
To ensure the proper operation of the VRC, you must install the unit in a sealed cabinet in a room that
meets the following requirements:
• The cabinet must be moisture proof and free from air leaks that could destabilize the
temperature gradient.
• The cabinet must have appropriate thermal insulation and a sealed, moisture-proof layer.
• Minimize the amount of outdoor air entering the equipment room to prevent an unnecessary
load increase. We recommend keeping the leak rate of outdoor air below 5% of the total indoor
airflow.
• All room doors and windows should be closed properly to avoid infiltration of outside into the
room.
• Consider the weight-bearing capacity of the room floor because the weight of the system will
increase as equipment is added to the cabinet.
• Do not install the unit outdoors.
3.2 Environmental Requirements
Observe the following requirements and the operating conditions listed in Table 3.1 below, when
planning installation.
• Keep the unit away from flames or any heat source.
• Do not install in a location where the unit is exposed to direct sunlight.
• Do not install where the unit is exposed to corrosive gas or organic solvents.
Condition Requirement
Ambient temperature:
Indoor 64.4 to 104°F (18°C to 40°C)
Heat-rejection 32 to 104°F (0°to40°C)
Ambient humidity: less than 90% relative humidity
Altitude: less than 3,280 ft (100m). Derating is required when the altitude exceeds 3,280 ft (1000m)
Table 3.1 Operating Conditions
NOTE: Requirements for storage conditions are detailed in Storing the Packaged Unit on page9.
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