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®
VERT-I-PAK A-Series
Single Package Vertical Air Conditioning System
9,000 - 18,000 BTU/h
NOTE: This manual only applies to 9,000-18,000BTu models.
For 24,000BTu models refer to manual 920-159-07.
920-075-13 (1-11)
Installation and Operation Manual
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Table of Contents General Information General Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................ 1 Warnings ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Your Safety and the Safety of Others.....................................................................
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Congratulations! Thank you for your decision to purchase the Friedrich Vert-I-Pak Air Conditioner (VPAK). Your new Friedrich has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you many years of dependable, efficient operation, maintaining a comfortable temperature and humidity level. Many extra features have been built into your unit to assure quiet operation, the greatest Clean the filter frequently (See Routine Maintenance). circulation of cool, dry air, and the m
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General Specifications ® Vert-I-Pak ENGINEERING CODE SERIES OPTIONS DESIGN SERIES 25 = 2.5 KW 34 = 3.4 KW Chassis Specifications MODEL: R-410A R-410A R-410A 23 1/8” 23 1/8” 23 1/8” 23 1/8” 23 1/8” 23 1/8” 32 1/4” 32 1/4” 32 1/4” 26” x 28 1/2” x 35” 26” x 28 1/2” x 35” 26” x 28 1/2” x 35” See Charts A & B (page 11) .3” water .3” water .3” water NOTES: Electrical Data VEA09K VEA12K VEA18K Heater Watts 2500/2050 3400/2780 5000/4090 2500/2050 3400/2780 5000/4090 2500/2050 3400/2780 5000/4090 Voltage
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Electrical Data VHA09K VHA12K VHA18K Heater Watts 2500/2050 3400/2780 5000/4090 2500/2050 3400/2780 5000/4090 2500/2050 3400/2780 5000/4090 Voltage 230/208 230/208 208/230 Heating BTU/h 8500/7000 11600/9500 17000/13900 8500/7000 11600/9500 17000/13900 8500/7000 11600/9500 17000/13900 Heating Current (Amps) 10.9/9.9 14.8/13.4 21.7/19.7 10.9/9.9 14.8/13.4 21.7/19.7 10.9/9.9 14.8/13.4 21.7/19.7 Minimum Circuit Ampacity 15 19.9 28.6 15 19.9 28.6 15 19.9 28.6 Branch Circuit Fuse (Amps) 15 20 30 15 20
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Vert-I-Pak Installation Recommendations For proper unit performance and maximum operating lifeplease refer to the minimum installation clearances below. Figure 1 ® VERT-I-PAK units must be installed on an outside wall. Confined spaces and/or covered areas should be avoided. Units should be installed no closer than 12" apart when two units are side by side. If three or more units are to operate next to one another allow a minimum of 60" between units or pairs of units. Also, a vertical clearan
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Installation Utility Closet Dimensions Recommended utility closet dimensions and a typical indoor installation are illustrated in Figure 3. Three inches minimum clearance on three sides of the unit must be allowed for return airflow, installation access and service access. See Figures 3 & 4 for clearances and reference dimensions. Figure 3 Typical Utility Closet Chassis Shown in Closet, on Optional Platform 25" x 20" Filter (Field Supplied) Rigid Ductwork Electrical Connection Exterior Wall Fl
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CAULK 45° Drip Ledge Wall Plenum and Architectural Louver Installation Install the wall plenum components in accordance with the installation instructions provided. NOTE: IMPORTANT REMINDER FRIEDRICH WALL PLENUM IS NOT DESIGNED TO CARRY STRUCTURAL LOADS. PROPER WALL HEADER CONSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED. THE PLENUM REQUIRES PROPER FLASHING, SHIM AND CAULK FOR A WEATHER RESISTANT INSTALLA- TION. YOUR WALL PLENUM WILL WORK ONLY IF INSTALLED CORRECTLY. TAKE NOTICE TO INSTALL IT IN THE CORRECT ORIENTATIO
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Figure 7 Measure and frame out the outside wall plenum opening 9000 / 12000 / 18000 BTU/h The plenum cut out dimensions are 24 5/8" wide x 30 7/8" high. The bottom of the rough in opening must be 3/4" from the surface the unit will sit on. Measure your outside wall as shown in the illustration. Cut, frame, and square rough opening. The Wall plenum has a 3/4" break all the way around to cover the rough cut ope- ning or required shim. If the installation will utilize an auxiliary drain pan
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Figure 9 Plenum Installation Note: Proper header and wall penetration must conform to all national and local building codes. Caulk all 8 flange Proper Header corners and unused holes Proper Flashing Proper Caulking Inside Wall Plenum (Part B) Install anchor screws approximately four inches from the top and bottom of the plenum. Do not make pene- tration through the top or bottom of the plenum Outside Proper Caulking Wall Architectural louver VPAL2 mounted on the outside Proper Fl
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Figure 10 Adjust the Divider Adjustment Loosen the two screws located on the top side of the divider. Slide the top part of the divider toward the outside until the sealing strip makes contact with the outdoor louver. Tighten the divider screws to complete the adjustment. Let the caulk cure completely before installing the NOTE: chassis. This completes the plenum installation. Condensate Disposal Preparation for 9000 / 12000 / 18000 Models ONLY IMPORTANT: This step must be performed to en
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Indoor Return Air Grille Installation Figure 11 There are two Indoor Return Air Grille options as shown in Figure 12. Choose the option that best suits your needs. Drain Connection Use the installation instructions provided with accessories and Location for installation details. Figure 12 Return Air Grille Options NOTE: All Vert-I-Pak chassis are shipped with a 20” x 14” filter installed. If an accessory filter holder is to be used, you MUST remove the factory shipped filter from the ch
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WARNING CAUTION Moving parts hazard Excessive Weight Hazard Turn off electric power before servicing Use two or more people when installing this component. your air conditioner. Fan can start automatically. Failure to so can resut in back or other injury. Failure to do so can result in property damage, personal Injury and/or death. Indoor Air Flow Data CAUTION Indoor air flow may be determined by measuring the exter- nal static pressure (ESP) of the duct system using an Cut/Seve
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Remote Thermostat and Low Voltage Control Connections Remote Thermostat NOTE: It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that all control All Friedrich Vert-I-Pak units are factory configured to be wiring connections are made in accordance with the installation controlled by using a single stage heat/cool remote wall moun- instructions. Improper connection of the thermostat control ted thermostat. The thermostat may be auto or manual chan- wiring and/or tampering with the unit’s internal
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Figure 15 Electrical & Thermostat Wiring Diagrams RT6 THERMOSTAT (FRONT) THE DIAGRAM ABOVE, ILLUSTRATES THE TYPICAL THERMOSTAT WIRING FOR TWO SPEED FAN NOTE: OPERATION. SEE THE UNIT CONTROL PANEL FOR THE ACTUAL UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM AND SCHEMATIC. 13 HERM S S WASHER HARNESS COMPRESSOR NUT TEMINAL COVER WIRING DIAGRAM HEAT PUMP EH C C SERVICE DISPLAY " " F F " " 2.5KW, 3.4KW, 5.0KW GASKET COMPRESSOR VHA 12/18K TERMINAL DETAIL RED GREEN TO MOTOR C WHITE MOUNT BLOWER AMBIENT BROWN MOTOR AIR SEN
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Chassis Final Connections Present the owner or operator of the equipment with the Installation & Operation Manual, all accessory installation With the chassis in place, you are now ready to begin chassis instructions, and the name, address and telephone number connections: of the Authorized Friedrich Warranty Service Company in Move the thermostat switches to “OFF” and “AUTO”. A. the area for future reference if necessary. This will keep the thermostat from cycling the chassis until fina
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To Remove the Chassis from the Closet: Service & Warranty A. Switch the wall thermostat off. B. Pull the Power Disconnect located in the front of the chassis. Servicing / Chassis Quick Changeouts C. Disconnect the power coming into the unit from the main The chasis is designed for quick disconnect and change out. breaker panel or the closet mounted disconnect. For minor electrical service, the control box cover lifts D. Disconnect the electrical connection. straight up after the screws & di
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Error Codes and Alarm Status Unit Control Panel The display shown below has four digits. The left two digits indicate the error code ( 1 to 24 ), The On/Off icons above these two digits indicate the currents state of the error code. The right two digits show the history count (up to 99) of the associated error code. The display contains a maintenance icon (wrench) that will illuminate to indicate when the unit needs mainte- nance. Check Error Codes 1. Press the Enter key to activate the displa
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Accessories MODEL DESCRIPTION PHOTO WALL PLENUM Two-part sleeve that telescopes in and out from 5 ½" to 8" in depth. The wall plenum sits inside the VPAWP1-8 exterior wall penetration. 1 DIMENSIONS: 30 ⅜" high x 24 " wide. 8 7 5 COUTOUT DIMENSIONS: 30 8" high x 24 8" wide. Same as VPAWP1-8, but telescopes 8" to 14" as required. VPAWP1-14 ARCHITECTURAL LOUVER Extruded aluminum louver that attaches to the outdoor section of the wall plenum. VPAL2 1 9 DIMENSIONS: 31 " high x 25
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Friedrich Air Conditioning Company 10001 Reunion Place, Suite 500 San Antonio, Tx 78216 1-800-541-6645 www.friedrich.com ® VERT-I-PAK A SERIES SINGLE PACKAGE VERTICAL AIR CONDITIONERS LIMITED WARRANTY It gives you specific rights, you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state and province to SAVE THIS CERTIFICATE. province. In the event that your unit needs servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center. If you do not know the nearest service center, ask the compa
