Ruud ANL-AZ 13 SEER Series, Installation Instructions Manual

8

INSTALLATION

Choosing a Location (cont�)

For Units With Space 

Limitations

In the event that a space limitation exists, we will 

permit the following clearances:
Single-Unit Applications: Clearances below 6" 

[15.2 cm] will reduce unit capacity and efficiency. 

Do not reduce the 60" [152.4 cm] discharge or the 

24" [61.0 cm] service clearances.
Multiple-Unit Applications: When multiple 

condenser grille sides are aligned, a 6" [15.2 cm] 

per unit clearance is recommended for a total of  

12" [30.5 cm] between two units. Two combined 

clearances below 12" [30.5 cm] will reduce 

capacity and efficiency. Do not reduce the 60" 

[152.4 cm] discharge or 24" [61.0 cm] service 

clearances�

Customer Satisfaction Issues

•  The unit should be located away from the living, 

sleeping, and recreational spaces of the owner 

and those spaces on adjoining property�

•  To prevent noise transmission, the mounting pad 

for the outdoor unit should not be connected to 

the structure and should be located a sufficient 

distance above grade to prevent ground water 

from entering the unit�

Unit Mounting

WARNING:

Secure an elevated unit 

and its elevating stand in order to prevent tipping� 

Failure to do so may result in severe personal 

injury or death�

Elevation of Unit

If elevating the unit, either on a flat roof or on a 

slab, observe the following guidelines�
•  The base pan provided elevates the unit 3/4"  

[1.9 cm] above the base pad.

•  If elevating a unit on a flat roof, use 4" x 4"  

[10.2 cm x 10.2 cm] or equivalent stringers 

positioned to distribute unit weight evenly and 

prevent noise and vibration�

•  Where snowfall is anticipated, raise the unit 

above the base pad to prevent ice buildup and 

coil damage� Mount the unit high enough to be 

above the average accumulated area snowfall� 

See “Ground Snow Depth” chart on page 9 for 

representative snow depths�

NOTICE:

 Do not block drain openings on 

bottom of unit�
•  If unit must be elevated because of anticipated 

snowfall, secure unit and elevating stand such 

that unit and/or stand will not tip over or fall off� 

Keep in mind that someone may try to climb on 

unit�

Factory-Preferred Tie-Down 

Method

IMPORTANT:

 The manufacturer-

approved/recommended method is a guide to 

securing equipment for wind and seismic loads� 

Other methods might provide the same result, but 

the manufacturer method is the only one endorsed 

by the manufacturer for securing equipment where 

wind or earthquake damage can occur� Additional 

information is available in the PTS (Product 

Technical Support) section of the manufacturer’s 

Web sites Rheemote�net, MyRheem�com, or 

MyRuud�com and can be found as a listing under 

each outdoor model� If you do not have access to 

this site, your distributor can offer assistance�

6" Min. [152 mm] From Wall –

12" [305 mm] Recommended

60" Min.

[1524 mm]

24" Min.

[610 mm] 

To Service Panel Access

12" Min. [305 mm] –

24" [610 mm] 

Recommended

24.5" 

[622 mm]

37.75" 

[959 mm]

Base Pad

(Concrete or Other

Suitable Material)

Elevation Above

Anticipated 

Snowfall Is 

Necessary.
Do Not Block 

Openings in 

Base Pan.

Location