INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS AND CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
A list of the contractor responsibilities typically associated with the unit installation process is provided.
FOUNDATION
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Meet foundation requirements
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Solid level surface
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Anchoring
RIGGING
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Safety Chains
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Clevis connectors
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Lifting beam
ELECTRICAL
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Circuit breakers (optional)
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Unit disconnect
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Electrical connections to unit mounted terminal
block
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Wiring sizes per NEC
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Ground connection(s)
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Option relays and wiring
FLUID PIPING
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Fluid strainer
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Taps for thermometers and gauges
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Thermometers
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Fluid flow pressure gauges
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Isolation and balancing valves in fluid piping
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Vents and drain
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Pressure relief valves
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Backflow prevention valves
INSULATION
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Insulation
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High humidity insulation (optional)
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Main line pipe
INSTALLER-SUPPLIED COMPONENTS
Customer wiring interface connections are shown in the electrical schematics and connection diagrams that are
shipped with the unit. The installer must provide the following components if not ordered with the unit:
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Power supply wiring (in conduit) for all field-wired connections.
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All control (interconnecting) wiring (in conduit) for field supplied devices.
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Unit disconnect (fused).
CHILLER INSTALLATION - MECHANICAL
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS SOUND CONSIDERATIONS
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Refer to G&D data sheet for sound data
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Locate the unit away from sound-sensitive areas
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Chilled fluid piping should not be supported by chiller frame
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Seal all wall penetrations
Note: Consult an acoustical engineer for critical applications.
FOUNDATION
Provide a concrete foundation of sufficient strength and mass to support the applicable operating weight (i.e.,
including completed piping, and full operating charges of refrigerant, oil and water). G&D Data sheet for unit
operating weights. Once in place, the unit must be level within 1/4" (6.4 mm) over its length and width as well as
anchored to the surface. Construct a concrete pad fully supporting the footprint of the chiller. Mount the unit directly
to the concrete pads. Level the unit using the base rail as a reference. The unit must be level within 1/4" over the
entire length. Chiller must be in contact with the concrete pad around its complete perimeter. G&D Chillers is not
responsible for equipment problems resulting from an improperly designed or constructed foundation.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE • USER MANUAL
VERTICAL AIR SERIES
G&D CHILLERS, INC.
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