Those temperature records, which are often beaten in recent summer days, make many people think about purchasing an air conditioner. After all, only its use will allow you to create a comfortable temperature in the walls of your home during the hot season.
Air conditioner, like many large household appliances, is no longer a luxury item today, indicating the well-being of its owner. But at the same time, such an acquisition is not at all cheap, which forces economical owners to install it themselves.
Design Features
Different models of air conditioners and split systems have taken a fairly strong place in the life of a modern person. Some of them, in addition to creating a favorable microclimate, are able to heat rooms during the off-season.
In order to understand how to independently install an air conditioner (split system) in a house or apartment, you will need to first study the device device. It is also important to familiarize yourself with the principle of its operation.
Air conditioner is similar to a split system. The differences between these devices are only that the first of them are enclosed in one case, and the second - in two blocks. At the same time, the split system works in the same way as a standard floor-standing or window-type household air conditioner.
What is the design of such units? The air conditioner is quite simple. Its main components are the external and internal block. The first of them controls the operation of the entire system based on the modes specified by the user. Its components are:
- Fan. This part is used to blow the internal parts.
- Radiator. It is needed to cool the refrigerant.
- Compressor. This component compresses the refrigerant and circulates it between the units.
- Electronics in the form of a board for automatic control. In inverter class models, it is located outside, in the rest - in the indoor unit of the air conditioner.
- Valve of complex design. It can only be found on models that produce both cold and heat. This valve allows you to reverse the action of the blocks when the heating mode is turned on.
- Cover. This part is designed to protect the fittings.
- Filter. Its installation is necessary to protect the device from foreign particles entering it.
- Outer case.
Evaporator unit contains:
- Grid made of durable plastic. Air passing through it entersinside the device. If necessary, to get to the rest of the block, the grate can be removed.
- Filter or grid. The main task of this element is to prevent large dust particles that are in suspension inside the block.
- Evaporator, or heat exchanger. This component is needed to cool the air flow immediately before it enters the room.
- Horizontal blinds. They are needed to adjust the airflow direction.
- Display panel. This detail serves to indicate the operating modes of the device. The indicator board reflects the malfunction of the air conditioner when its operation becomes incorrect.
- System for fine air purification. It consists of a carbon filter and is designed to eliminate various odors, as well as filter fine dust particles.
- A fan belonging to the tangential class. This part is necessary for constant air circulation in the room.
- Vertical blinds. In the design of the device, they are necessary for horizontal air intake.
On the back of the unit there is an electronics board, a microprocessor and fittings designed to connect copper pipes through which freon circulates.
Manufacturer's package
After purchasing and before starting the self-installation of the air conditioner, it is necessary to check the presence of all its working parts. As standard, as a rule, are:
- Outdoor unit. Some manufacturers also complete their models with brackets,intended for its installation.
- Indoor unit.
- Perforated metal frame. It may have a different shape. Use this frame to install the indoor unit.
- Drainage. It is a tube through which moisture is removed from the indoor module. In the event that the drainage tube is short, it can be extended with an ordinary metal-plastic water pipe.
- Nuts (4 pcs.). These hardware products are needed to lengthen the tube.
- Screw screws with plastic dowels needed to mount the frame.
- Remote control.
- User's manual for the unit.
It should be borne in mind that the standard configuration of the device will not be enough for self-installation of the air conditioner.
The owner will have to buy the necessary materials and stock up on the necessary tools. What do you need to install an air conditioner yourself? Consider further.
Materials
Self-installation of air conditioning in the apartment will require:
- Electric cables. What section should they be? The installation instructions will help you figure this out. As a rule, these are four-core cables with a cross section of 2-2.5 square millimeters. Calculating their length, you will need to take into account all the bends of the track, adding a small margin of 30 centimeters.
- Brackets. These are L-shaped parts that must be selected based on the size of the purchased device. To be attached to bracketsthe heaviest outdoor unit of the air conditioner.
- Thermal insulation. This material, as a rule, is a rubber "sleeve" of any color. The length of the material for thermal insulation should be such that it can be mounted along the entire route. In addition, you will need to make a margin by multiplying the calculated dimensions by 2.
- Copper tubes. This material must be selected seamless and thick-walled, specially designed for air conditioners. It is necessary that the ends of such tubes are closed with plugs. This will protect them from debris. When calculating the length of the pipe, you will need to take into account the length of the route, all the bends on it, adding 20-30 cm to the value obtained. What should be the diameter of the tubes? It will depend on the specific hardware model. Its meaning is indicated in the instructions.
- Anker.
- Reinforced tape.
Tools
How to install air conditioning in an apartment or house? For installation of the structure, you will need to prepare special tools. Their list includes:
- rimmer-sweep;
- pipe bender;
- rolling;
- pipe cutter;
- vacuum pump;
- gauge manifold.
After acquiring all the necessary materials, having acquired the necessary tools, you will need to decide on the place where the self-installation of the air conditioner at home will be carried out. Some owners do not pay attention to this issue. But at the same time, the cooling efficiency of the premises is reduced, and expensive equipment fails very quickly.
Placeinstallation of air conditioning in the apartment
How to properly install air conditioning in a private house or apartment? To do this, you need to choose the most optimal place for him.
The building structure on which the air conditioner will be installed independently must have a margin of safety that will allow it to withstand the weight of the device. In addition, the installation point will need to be marked near the location of the outdoor unit. When deciding the question "How to install an air conditioner in a private house or apartment?" an aesthetic criterion should also be considered, taking into account the design of the interior and the features of the room.
During installation, the risk area should also be taken into account. It is located at a distance of three meters from the device and concentrates in itself those cold streams that will then be dispersed throughout the entire volume of the room. How to install the air conditioner in the apartment and in the room? When choosing a place of installation, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that there are no furniture and interior items intended for people to relax or work in the risk zone. In other words, the air conditioner should not be installed in front of a work desk, sofa, bed, etc. It is better to attach the indoor unit of the device above the place of rest or work. In this case, air flows will pass above this zone without directing cold there.
How to install the air conditioner in the apartment with your own hands? When choosing a place for the device, do not take into account the areas located above the cabinets and other overall items. All of them in the future will not allow normallybe distributed to the cooled air masses throughout the room.
In addition, in order to choose the right place to install the air conditioner, you will need to observe the distance from the ceiling to the top cover of the indoor unit. It should be more than 15 cm. A smaller distance will not allow air masses to pass freely.
When choosing a place to install an air conditioner, it is necessary to pay attention to the household appliances available in the room. They should be located as far as possible from the split system, as they will interfere with its operation.
Air conditioner installation location in the bedroom
Most often, a split system is purchased to create comfortable conditions in the rest room. How to install the air conditioner in the bedroom? It is recommended to place it above the head of the bed. Only in this case, a person, having settled down to rest, finds himself in the most comfortable area of \u200b\u200bthe room. The device directs cold air flows to the opposite wall, where the lowest temperature readings will be located. How to properly install the air conditioner in the bedroom (see photo below), it is important to find out even before fixing it.
The place against the instrument within 2.5-4m is the most uncomfortable. In addition, its location is dangerous to he alth, as cold air flows there.
Outdoor unit installation locations
The site for placing the outside of the air conditioner should be selected so that the installation of the device is as economical as possible. Apart fromof this, cleaning, repair and other types of further maintenance after installation should be convenient.
When choosing a place to place the outdoor unit of the split system, you will need to pay attention to the following points:
- prohibited installation at a short distance from the ground to avoid theft and hooliganism;
- necessary to install protection to prevent mechanical damage to the device from falling various objects;
- the distance from the outdoor unit of air conditioners to any objects should not be less than three meters;
- installation near heat sources is prohibited.
How to independently install the air conditioner on the outer wall of the building? To do this, you will need to use special brackets that should be attached with anchor bolts. Such a mount will prevent vibration of the external unit. Neglect of these requirements will lead to noisy operation of the split system and its rapid failure.
Mounting the device
And now let's move on to the question of how to independently install the air conditioner at home. The order of its attachment includes certain steps.
They represent a phased installation of highways and system modules. Installation is in progress according to the step-by-step instructions below.
Installing the indoor unit
How to install the air conditioner yourself?
Step-by-step instructions for installing the system at the first stage of work involves the following steps:
- You will need to take a steel frame and attach it to the wall in the place chosen for the air conditioner. It should be borne in mind that such a design must be located strictly horizontally, which can be checked using the building level.
- The next step is to mark the attachment points of the structure.
- To install the frame, holes are made into which plastic dowels are hammered.
- The plate is applied to the wall and fastened to it with self-tapping screws.
- The indoor unit is hung on the plate. After that, it is recommended to check the horizontal again.
Communication channels device
What is the next step in installing the air conditioner yourself? According to the instructions, the work should continue with the preparation of the channel for the construction of the highway. To do this, you will need to make a hole of the required diameter in the wall through which the supply cables, freon tubes, and drainage will be brought out. You can perform such work with a perforator equipped with a long drill. It should be borne in mind that condensate must have a free drain to the street. In this regard, when drilling walls, it will be necessary to provide for a slight slope.
Installing the outdoor unit
Installation of the outer part of the air conditioner is considered the most time-consuming process. The main difficulties are caused by the weight of this module, which sometimes reaches 20 kg or more. At the same time, the outdoor unit sometimes has to be placed on a significantheight.
How to install this part of the split system? First of all, you will need to markup by checking its horizontal location with a level. Next, using a perforator, holes are made into which the anchor bolts are screwed. After that, brackets are attached to them with the help of nuts. An external module is installed on the finished structure.
Installation of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner will require the help of another person. When installing at high altitude, it will be better to call climbers to carry out the work.
To reduce the vibration of the device, it is recommended to put thick rubber under it.
Communication
After installing both modules, they will need to be connected together. To do this, the following actions are performed:
- Remove the plastic protective covers located on the terminals of the outdoor unit. Further, power and control cables are connected to them according to the scheme, which can be found in the instructions for the device.
- The track is being installed. On the tubes of which it consists, thermal insulation is first put on. Fasten the track to the wall with clamps. Union nuts are put on the ends of the tubes, after which their ends are rolled. Using a rimmer, chamfer.
- At the next stage, the tubes are screwed to the fittings first of the outdoor and then the indoor unit.
- Fix the drain tube with plastic clamps.
System start
Above was an instruction for self-installation of an air conditioner without evacuation. It will be needed to launch into the systemcoolant. Vacuuming will require a gauge manifold and a vacuum pump. The latter is connected through the collector to the filling fitting and turned on for 20-30 minutes. This time will be enough to remove all remaining air from the system.
When turning on the vacuum pump, you will need to open the handle. You can find it directly under the pressure gauge. After a short period of time, the needle on this instrument will begin to fall, approaching zero in 30 seconds or more. The time of such pumping out will depend on the diameter of the tubes and the length of the line. The arrow at its position at zero will indicate that there is a vacuum in the line. However, the pump should not be turned off at this point. Vacuuming will need to continue for another half an hour. Further, it is necessary to observe the pressure gauge needle for another 20-30 minutes. If it does not rise, then the line is considered sealed.
After evacuation, freon must be launched into the system. Do this work with a hose connected to the service port valve.
The refrigerant system is started by slowly opening the liquid valve valve. This work is done using a hex key. When starting freon, it is recommended to wear gloves and goggles. This will prevent injury and frostbite to the hands and eyes. After filling the system, close the valves of all valves and put plugs on them.
Successful completion of the steps described above allows you to count the split systemcompletely ready for operation. Nevertheless, at first it should be turned on only for a while, making sure that the line is tight and once again checking all connections.
