Carrier 48ES---A User Manual
Carrier Conditioners
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48ES---A
Comfort t 13 SEER Single---Packaged Air Conditioner
and Gas Furnace System with Puron® (R---410A) Refrigerant
Single and Three Phase
2---5 Nominal Tons (Sizes 24---60)
Installation Instructions
NOTE:
Read the entire instruction manual before starting the
installation.
NOTE:
Installer: Make sure the Owner’s Manual and Service
Instructions are left with the unit after installation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1
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INTRODUCTION
2
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RECEIVING AND INSTALLATION
2--13
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Check Equipment
2
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Identify Unit
2
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Inspect Shipment
2
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Provide Unit Support
2
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Roof Curb
2
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Slab Mount
2
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Field Fabricate Ductwork
6
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Provide Clearances
6
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Rig and Place Unit
6
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Inspection
6
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Rigging/Lifting
6
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Connect Condensate Drain
9
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Install Flue Hood
9
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Install Gas Piping
9
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Install Duct Connections
10
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Configuring Units for Downflow (Vertical)
Discharge
10
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Install Electrical Connections
12
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High--Voltage Connections
12
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Special Procedures for 208--V Operation
12
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Control Voltage Connections
12
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Standard Connection
12
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Heat Anticipator Setting
13
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Transformer Protection
13
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PRE--START--UP
13
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START--UP
14--22
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Check for Refrigerant Leaks
13
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Start--Up Heating & Make Adjustments
14
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Check Heating Control
14
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Check Gas Input
14
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Adjust Gas Input
15
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Check Burner Flame
16
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Normal Operation
20
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Airflow and Temperature Rise
20
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Heating Sequence of Operation
20
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Limit Switches
20
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Rollout Switch
20
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Start--Up Cooling & Make Adjustments
20
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Checking Cooling Control Operation
20
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Checking & Adjusting Refrigerant Charge
20
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Indoor Airflow and Airflow Adjustments
21
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Continuous Fan Operation
21
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Cooling Sequence of Operation
22
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MAINTENANCE
29--30
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Air Filter
29
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A09034
Fig. 1 -- Unit 48ES--A
(Low NOx Model Available)
Indoor Blower and Motor
29
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Induced Draft (Combustion Air) Blower
30
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Flue Gas Passageways
30
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Limit Switch
30
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Burner Ignition
30
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Main Burners
30
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Removal of Gas Train
30
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Outdoor Coil, Indoor Coil, & Condensate Drain Pan
30
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Outdoor Fan
31
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Electrical Controls and Wiring
32
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Refrigerant Circuit
32
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Gas Input
32
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Evaporator Airflow
32
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Puron Items
33
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TROUBLESHOOTING
33
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START--UP CHECKLIST
33
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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service maintenance,
or use can cause explosion, fire, electrical shock, or other
conditions which may cause death, personal injury, or property
damage. Consult a qualified installer, service agency, or your
distributor or branch for information or assistance. The qualified
installer or agency must use factory--authorized kits or accessories
when modifying this product. Refer to the individual instructions
packaged with the kits or accessories when installing.
Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses, protective clothing,
and work gloves. Have a fire extinguisher available. Read these
instructions thoroughly and follow all warnings or cautions
included in literature and attached to the unit. Consult local
building codes, the current editions of the National Fuel Gas Code
(NFGC) NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1, and the National Electrical Code
(NEC) NFPA 70.
In Canada refer to the current editions of the National Standards of
Canada CAN/CSA--B149.1 and .2 Natural Gas and Propane
Installation codes, and Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1