Heatcraft Refrigeration Products H-IM-FP - Manual (Page 6)

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Condensing Unit Placement
Space and Location Requirements
The most important consideration which must be taken into account when deciding upon the location of
air-cooled equipment is the provision for a supply of ambient air to the condenser, and removal of heated
air from the condensing unit or remote condenser area. Where this essential requirement is not adhered
to, it will result in higher head pressures, which cause poor operation and potential failure of equipment.
Units must not be located in the vicinity of steam, hot air or fume exhausts. Corrosive atmospheres
require custom designed condensers.
Another consideration which must be taken is that the unit should be mounted away from noise sensitive
spaces and must have adequate support to avoid vibration and noise transmission into the building.
Units should be mounted over corridors, utility areas, rest rooms and other auxiliary areas where high
levels of sound are not an important factor. Sound and structural consultants should be retained for
recommendations. (Refer to actual building plans for unit locations.)
3 Feet from
Building
Wall
3 Feet
(minimum)
Clearance to
the Next Unit 3 Feet
(minimum)
Clearance from
unit to an Open
Block Wall or
Shrubs.
3 Feet
(minimum)
Clearance for
Contractor to
Service Unit.
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Figure 2. Condensing Unit Placement