How to install the air conditioner yourself?

Trying to improve the living conditions in your own home, many people are looking for an opportunity to install the air conditioner yourself, as the call of the master requires additional financial investments. Typically, the amount for such work is about ⅓ the cost of the equipment itself, which is by no means cheap and does not fit into the plans of many consumers. In this article we will share with you the basic rules and principles of self-installation of climate control systems, as well as their connection.

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Basic installation rules

The traditional air conditioning system consists of several units - external and one or more internal. Each of the elements of modern climate technology performs its own functions:

1. The external unit of equipment is responsible for the condensation formed during operation.
2. Internal components serve as evaporators.

Important! Between themselves, the entire structure is connected by means of pipes and wires, through which the power supply of the device is ensured. The drainage tube, which is part of the device, is intended for draining moisture from the system and is connected to the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. According to the installation rules, this part is sent to the sewer.

The first steps of the

Before installing the air conditioner yourself, you need to decide on several important aspects of the upcoming installation:

1. Decide which side of the world the condenser block of your air conditioner will be located.
2. Choose the fasteners that best fit the characteristics of the material that the walls of your house consist of.
3. When choosing the capacity of the air conditioner, it is necessary to take into account the features of the room, namely the location of the apartment in relation to the sides of the world, the number of family members and the availability of additional ventilation systems.

Important! When planning the installation of the air conditioner, carefully consider the possibilities of providing access to the system units for their further maintenance. Also, care should be taken to protect the outdoor unit from the damaging effects of natural factors such as snow, rain, icing, etc.

Work stages

The air conditioner is installed in a few basic steps:

1. Laying the necessary electrical wiring.
2. Installation of the external unit.
3. Installation of connection lines.
4. Installation of the indoor unit.

Important! After completing all installation work and connecting the equipment to the network, test the air conditioner. Carefully follow the operation of the system for some time.

Installation of outdoor unit:

• When planning to install the outdoor unit independently, pay special attention to checking the strength of the wall or balcony, which will be directly attached. The selected surface must withstand the load of the air conditioner, which can weigh about 60 kg.

Important! If your walls are insulated with external heat-insulating slabs, then it is necessary to mount the outdoor unit directly to the wall, and not the insulation materials.

• Experts strongly do not recommend installing the outdoor unit of the split system into aerated concrete blocks, which is known for excellent thermal insulation properties, but insignificant strength.
• Also, wizards warn against installing the air conditioner on a ventilated facade, which can trigger the generation of sufficiently powerful vibrations.

Important! If necessary, for the installation of an external unit on a ventilated wall, a specially designed damping seal design can be used, which is pre-attached to the wall surface.

• It is desirable to install an external unit of the air conditioner on a wall that is blown on all sides, which, at the same time, is protected from the negative effects of atmospheric precipitation.
• The most practical is the installation of air conditioning under a canopy or on a ventilated balcony.

Important! When installing the outdoor unit of climate equipment, any misalignment is not permissible. Therefore, at each of the installation stages, the horizontal structure of the structure should be carefully checked. For this purpose, the building level is excellent.

• According to generally accepted requirements, the external unit of the air conditioner should be installed at a distance of at least 10 cm from the wall, which is due to the compressor's need for comprehensive ventilation. Otherwise - there may be a breakdown of the outdoor unit in conditions of summer heat.

Important! When planning to install an air conditioner on your own, remember that installing an external unit involves performing high-altitude work, and therefore is associated with a certain danger. In advance, take care of the availability of insurance at the appropriate level.

Installation of the indoor unit

The modern design of the split system involves the installation of a conditioning unit and the corresponding lines within the residential or office premises:

• Special attention should be paid to electrical wiring in the apartment:
  • The climate equipment normally consumes about 2 kW of electricity. Therefore, make sure that the wiring in your room is able to withstand such loads.
  • Otherwise - it will be sufficient to conduct a separate power supply line from the switchboard and equip it with an individual fuse.

Important! Such measures will help to prevent the risk of a short circuit and fire of your property.

• Place the indoor unit of the air conditioner in such a way that there are no objects near it that can prevent the normal movement of the cooled air.

Important! It is not allowed to place the air conditioner over the heating equipment. Also, in advance, consider the possibilities of access to the unit for their further maintenance and repair work. The distance between the ceiling and the air conditioner must be at least 25 cm.

• To ensure your own safety, install the split system in such a way that the flow of cooled air created by it does not directly fall on the inhabitants of the apartment.

Important! If the air conditioner is not properly installed, there is an increased threat of angina, bronchitis and other diseases in the household.

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Popular connection errors

In case of incorrect installation of climatic equipment, you may encounter numerous troubles. In order to avoid problems, we decided to consider the most important nuances that are important to know before installing the air conditioner in an apartment with your own hands:

1. It is inadmissible to install pipes for removing moisture and circulating freon with numerous bends. Such a mistake can lead to a significant increase in the load on the compressor equipment, which can put the system out of order.
2. It is not recommended to install the outdoor unit on a glazed balcony, because in this case it will be deprived of the necessary air circulation from all sides.
3. The air conditioner units must be installed as flat as possible to the horizon, otherwise - the condensate will drain directly to the floor of your apartment.

In this article we shared with you the basic recommendations for installing climate equipment with your own hands and sincerely hope that in your home there will bereign as comfortable as possible.