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SECTION 23 81 26
SPLIT-SYSTEM AIR-CONDITIONERS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
1.2
Section includes split-system air-conditioning units consisting of separate evaporator-fan and
compressor-condenser components.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories. Include performance data in terms of
capacities, outlet velocities, static pressures, sound power characteristics, motor requirements,
and electrical characteristics.
1.
B.
Include documentation on refrigerants, including printed statement that refrigerants are
free of HCFCs.
Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
1.
2.
Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required
clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field
connection.
Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.
C.
Field quality-control reports.
D.
Operation and Maintenance Data: For split-system air-conditioning units to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals.
E.
Recording(s) of training session(s).
F.
Warranty: Sample of special warranty.
1.3
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in Chicago
Electric Code, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
B.
ASHRAE Compliance:
1.
2.
Fabricate and label refrigeration system to comply with ASHRAE 15, "Safety Standard
for Refrigeration Systems."
ASHRAE Compliance: Applicable requirements in ASHRAE 62.1-latest edition,
Section 4 - "Outdoor Air Quality," Section 5 - "Systems and Equipment," Section 6 - "
Procedures," and Section 7 - "Construction and System Start-Up."
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C.
1.4
ASHRAE/IESNA Compliance:
current version.
Applicable requirements in ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-most
COORDINATION
A.
Ground-Mounted Remote Condensing Units: Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases
with actual equipment provided.
B.
Roof-Mounted Remote Condensing Units: Coordinate sizes and locations of roof curbs,
equipment supports, and roof penetrations with actual equipment provided.
1.5
WARRANTY
A.
Special Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or
replace components of split-system air-conditioning units that fail in materials or workmanship
within specified warranty period.
1.
Warranty Period:
a.
b.
1.6
Compressor: Six years from date of Preliminary Acceptance or Substantial
Completion.
Parts: One year from date of Preliminary Acceptance or Substantial Completion.
EXTRA MATERIALS
A.
Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1.
Filters: One set for each air-handling unit.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
2.2
Carrier Corporation; Home Comfort and HVAC Building & Industrial Systems.
Mitsubishi Electric & Electronics USA, Inc.; HVAC Advanced Products Division.
SANYO North America Corporation; SANYO Fisher Company.
Trane; a business of Ingersoll Rand.
YORK; a Johnson Controls company.
INDOOR UNITS (5 TONS OR LESS)
A.
Wall-Mounted, Evaporator-Fan Components:
1.
2.
Cabinet: Enameled steel with removable panels on front and ends in color selected by
Architect, and discharge drain pans with drain connection.
Refrigerant Coil: Copper tube, with mechanically bonded aluminum fins and thermalexpansion valve. Comply with ARI 210/240.
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3.
4.
Fan: Direct drive, centrifugal.
Fan Motors:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
5.
6.
Comply with NEMA designation, temperature rating, service factor, enclosure
type, and efficiency requirements specified in Division 23.
Multi-tapped, multi-speed with internal thermal protection and permanent
lubrication.
Enclosure Type: Totally enclosed, fan cooled.
NEMA Premium (TM) efficient motors as defined in NEMA MG 1.
Controllers, Electrical Devices, and Wiring: Comply with requirements for
electrical devices and connections specified in Division 26 Sections.
Mount unit-mounted disconnect switches on exterior or interior of unit.
Airstream Surfaces: Surfaces in contact with the airstream shall comply with
requirements in ASHRAE 62.1-latest edition.
Condensate Drain Pans:
a.
Fabricated with one or two percent slope in at least two planes to collect
condensate from cooling coils (including coil piping connections, coil headers, and
return bends) and humidifiers, and to direct water toward drain connection.
1)
2)
b.
c.
Single-wall, non-corrosive non-condensing with moisture tight seal.
Drain Connection: Located at lowest point of pan and sized to prevent overflow.
Terminate with threaded nipple on one end of pan.
1)
7.
Minimum Connection Size: NPS 1.
Air Filtration Section:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Comply with NFPA 90A.
Minimum Arrestance: According to ASHRAE 52.1 and MERV according to
ASHRAE 52.2.
Filter-Holding Frames: Arranged for flat or angular orientation, with access doors
on both sides of unit. Filters shall be removable from one side or lifted out from
access plenum.
Disposable Panel Filters:
1)
2)
2.3
Length: Extend drain pan downstream from leaving face to comply with
ASHRAE 62.1-latest edition.
Pan Depth: 1 inch, minimum.
Thickness: 1 inch.
Frame: Galvanized steel, with metal grid on outlet side, steel rod grid on
inlet side, and hinged; with pull and retaining handles.
OUTDOOR UNITS (5 TONS OR LESS)
A.
Air-Cooled, Compressor-Condenser Components:
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1.
2.
Casing: Steel, finished with baked enamel, in color selected by Architect, with
removable panels for access to controls, weep holes for water drainage, and mounting
holes in base. Provide brass service valves, fittings, and gage ports on exterior of casing.
Compressor: Hermetically sealed with crankcase heater and mounted on vibration
isolation device. Compressor motor shall have thermal- and current-sensitive overload
devices, start capacitor, relay, and contactor.
a.
b.
c.
d.
3.
4.
5.
6.
2.4
Compressor Type: Scroll.
Two-speed compressor motor with manual-reset high-pressure switch and
automatic-reset low-pressure switch.
Refrigerant Charge: R-407C or R-410A as scheduled.
Refrigerant Coil: Copper tube, with mechanically bonded aluminum fins and
liquid sub-cooler. Comply with ARI 210/240.
Fan: Aluminum-propeller type, directly connected to motor.
Motor: Permanently lubricated, with integral thermal-overload protection.
Low Ambient Kit: Permits operation down to -20 deg F.
Mounting Base: Polyethylene.
ACCESSORIES
A.
Thermostat: Low voltage with sub-base to control compressor and evaporator fan.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Compressor time delay.
24-hour time control of system stop and start.
Liquid-crystal display indicating temperature, set-point temperature, time setting,
operating mode, and fan speed.
Fan-speed selection including auto setting.
B.
Automatic-reset timer to prevent rapid cycling of compressor.
C.
Refrigerant Line Kits: Soft-annealed copper suction and liquid lines factory cleaned, dried,
pressurized, and sealed; factory-insulated suction line with flared fittings at both ends.
D.
Drain Hose: For condensate.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
Install units level and plumb.
B.
Install evaporator-fan components using manufacturer's standard mounting devices securely
fastened to building structure.
C.
Install ground-mounted, compressor-condenser components on 4-inches thick, reinforced
concrete base that is 4 inches larger, on each side, than unit, with cast-in anchor-bolt inserts.
Concrete, reinforcement, and formwork are specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-In-Place
Concrete."
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D.
Install roof-mounted, compressor-condenser components on equipment supports specified in
Division 07 Section, "Roof Accessories." Anchor units to supports with removable, cadmiumplated fasteners.
E.
Install and connect pre-charged refrigerant pipes to component's quick-connect fittings. Install
pipes to allow access to unit.
3.2
PIPE CONNECTIONS
A.
Pipe installation requirements are specified in other Division 22 Sections. Drawings indicate
general arrangement of piping, fittings, and specialties.
B.
Pipe installations shall allow space for service and maintenance of system components.
3.3
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.
Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect
components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, and to assist in
testing.
B.
Tests and Inspections:
1.
2.
3.
C.
3.4
Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and repeat
test until no leaks exist.
Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper motor rotation and unit operation.
Controls and Safeties: Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and
malfunctioning controls and equipment.
Remove and replace malfunctioning units and retest as specified above.
STARTUP SERVICE
A.
Engage a factory-authorized service representative to perform startup service.
1.
3.5
Complete installation and startup checks according to manufacturer's written instructions.
TRAINING AND DEMONSTRATION
A.
Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain unit as specified below:
1.
2.
Train Owner's maintenance personnel on procedures and schedules for starting up and
shutting down, troubleshooting, servicing, and maintaining system components. The
training will occur after the startup report has been provided to the Owner and the trainer
will provide four Installation and Operation manuals for the use of the Owner’s personnel
during training.
Review data in maintenance manuals. Refer to Division 01 Section "Operation and
Maintenance Data." All required and recommended maintenance will be reviewed as
well as operational troubleshooting. If the IOM does not include a written
troubleshooting guide, one will be provided.
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3.
Schedule training with Owner, through Architect, with at least seven days advance
notice.
B.
Demonstrate proper operation of equipment to commissioning agent, if one, and designated
Owner’s personnel. The scope of the demonstration shall include functional performance
requirements under local control as well as any commissioning requirements in Division 01 and
23.
C.
Video record the training session(s). The manufacturer may submit a standard training video or
training CD for review as an alternate to recording of the training session. The standard video
must be reviewed and accepted by the Owner and Commissioning Authority, if one, for the
alternate to be acceptable.
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