Caution, General information – Comfort-Aire HKV300A User Manual

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Installation, Operation & Maintenance

HKV SERIES

Heat Controller, LLC

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General Information

Prepare units for installation as follows:

1. Compare the electrical data on the unit nameplate with

ordering and shipping information to verify that the correct
unit has been shipped.

2. Keep the cabinet covered with the original packaging until

installation is complete and all plastering, painting, etc. is
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3. Verify refrigerant tubing is free of kinks or dents and that it

does not touch other unit components.

4. Inspect all electrical connections. Connections must be

clean and tight at the terminals.

5. Remove any blower support packaging (water-to-air units

only).

6. Loosen compressor bolts on units equipped with compres-

sor spring vibration isolation until the compressor rides
freely on the springs. Remove shipping restraints.

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8. Locate and verify any hot water generator (HWG), hanger,

or other accessory kit located in the compressor section or
blower section.

CAUTION!

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CAUTION! CUT HAZARD - Failure to follow this caution
may result in personal injury. Sheet metal parts may have
sharp edges or burrs. Use care and wear appropriate
protective clothing, safety glasses and gloves when handling
parts and servicing heat pumps.

CAUTION!

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CAUTION! DO NOT store or install units in corrosive
environments or in locations subject to temperature or
humidity extremes (e.g., attics, garages, rooftops, etc.).
Corrosive conditions and high temperature or humidity can
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Always move and store units in an upright position. Tilting
units on their sides may cause equipment damage.

CAUTION!

CAUTION! All three phase scroll compressors must have
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achieved by checking compressor Amp draw. Amp draw
will be substantially lower compared to nameplate values.
Additionally, reverse rotation results in an elevated sound
level compared to correct rotation. Reverse rotation will
result in compressor internal overload trip within several
minutes. Verify compressor type before proceeding.

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NOTICE! Failure to remove shipping brackets from spring-
mounted compressors will cause excessive noise, and could
cause component failure due to added vibration.

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