Klimaire 13 SEER Series - Manual (Page 15)

It will be necessary to evacuate the system to 500 microns or less. If a leak is
suspected, leak test with dry nitrogen to locate the leak. Repair the leak and test again.
To verify that the system has no leaks, simply close the valve to the vacuum pump
suction to isolate the pump and hold the system under vacuum. Watch the micron
gauge for a few minutes. If the micron gauge indicates a steady and continuous rise,
it's an indication of a leak. If the gauge shows a rise, then levels off after a few minutes
and remains fairly constant, its an indication that the system is leak free but still
contains moisture and may require further evacuation if the reading is above 500
microns.
5.0 EVACUATION
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6.0 INTERCONNECTING TUBING
6.1 VAPOR AND LIQUID LINES
Keep all lines sealed until connection is made.
Make connections at the indoor coil first.
Refer to Line Size Information in Tables 2 and 3 for correct size and multipliers to be
used to determine capacity for various vapor line diameters and lengths of run. The
losses due to the lines being exposed to outdoor conditions are not included.
The factory refrigerant charge in the o utdoor unit is sufficient for 25 feet of
interconnecting lines. The factory refrigerant charge in the outdoor unit is sufficient
for the unit and 25 feet of standard size interconnecting liquid and vapor lines. For
different lengths, adjust the charge as indicated below.
1/4
” ± .3 oz. per foot
5/16
” ± .4 oz. per foot
3/8 ” ± .6 oz. per foot
1/2
” ± 1.2 oz. per foot
6.2 MAXIMUM LENGTH OF LINES
The maximum length of interconnecting line is 150 feet.
Always use the shortest length possible with a minimum number of bends. Additional
compressor oil is not required for any length up to 150 feet.
NOTE: Excessively long refrigerant lines cause loss of equipment capacity.
6.3 VERTICAL SEPARATION
Keep the vertical separation to a minimum. Use the following g uidelines when
installing the unit:
1. DO NOT exceed the vertical separations as indicated on Table 3.
2. It is recommended to use the smallest liquid line size permitted to minimize sys -
tem charge which will maximize compressor reliability.
3. Table 3 may be used for sizing horizontal runs.