Daikin VRV Aurora Series System Air Conditioner Operation Manual

Model

Read these instructions carefully before installation. Keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. This manual should be left with the equipment owner.

Regarding the operation procedures of the remote controller, refer to the manual included with the corresponding remote controller.

Safety Considerations

Read these Safety Considerations for Operations carefully before installing air conditioner or heat pump. Make sure that the unit operates properly during the startup operation. Instruct the customer on how to operate and maintain the unit. Inform customers that they should store this Operation Manual with the Installation Manual for future reference.

Meanings of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE Symbols:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTE

Safety Considerations

[Place of Installation]

[Electrical Work]

[Pay Attention to Operating Sound]

[Drainage through Drainpipe]

Contents

Specifications

For the specifications of the multi module system, refer to the specifications of each single module that constitutes the system.

Model name RELQ72TBTJ* RELQ96TBTJ* RELQ120TBTJ*
Power supply Phase3~3~3~
Frequency (Hz)606060
Voltage (V)208/230208/230208/230
Nominal cooling Maximum capacity (Btu/h)72,00096,000119,000
Nominal heating Maximum capacity (Btu/h)81,000108,000135,000
Dimensions H×W×D (inch (mm))66-11/16 (1694) × 48-7/8 (1242) × 30-3/16 (767)
Mass (lbs. (kg))727 (330)793 (360)793 (360)
Refrigerant TypeR410AR410AR410A
Charge (lbs. (kg))25.8 (11.7)25.8 (11.7)25.8 (11.7)
Design pressure High side (psig (MPa))478 (3.3)478 (3.3)478 (3.3)
Low side (psig (MPa))320 (2.21)320 (2.21)320 (2.21)
Model name RELQ72TBYD* RELQ96TBYD* RELQ120TBYD*
Power supply Phase3~3~3~
Frequency (Hz)606060
Voltage (V)460460460
Nominal cooling Maximum capacity (Btu/h)72,00096,000119,000
Nominal heating Maximum capacity (Btu/h)81,000108,000135,000
Dimensions H×W×D (inch (mm))66-11/16 (1694) x 48-7/8 (1242) x 30-3/16 (767)
Mass (lbs. (kg))727 (330)793 (360)793 (360)
Refrigerant TypeR410AR410AR410A
Charge (lbs. (kg))25.8 (11.7)25.8 (11.7)25.8 (11.7)
Design pressure High side (psig (MPa))478 (3.3)478 (3.3)478 (3.3)
Low side (psig (MPa))320 (2.21)320 (2.21)320 (2.21)
Model name RELQ72TBYC* RELQ96TBYC* RELQ120TBYC*
Power supply Phase3~3~3~
Frequency (Hz)606060
Voltage (V)575575575
Nominal cooling Maximum capacity (Btu/h)72,00096,000119,000
Nominal heating Maximum capacity (Btu/h)81,000108,000135,000
Dimensions H×W×D (inch (mm))66-11/16 (1694) x 48-7/8 (1242) × 30-3/16 (767)
Mass (lbs. (kg))727 (330)793 (360)793 (360)
Refrigerant TypeR410AR410AR410A
Charge (lbs. (kg))25.8 (11.7)25.8 (11.7)25.8 (11.7)
Design pressure High side (psig (MPa))478 (3.3)478 (3.3)478 (3.3)
Low side (psig (MPa))320 (2.21)320 (2.21)320 (2.21)

What to do before Operation

This operation manual is for the following system with standard control. Before initiating operation, contact your local dealer for the operation that corresponds to your system type.

If your installation has a customized control system, ask your local dealer for the operation that corresponds to your system.

Diagram showing system components: 1. Outdoor unit, 2. Indoor unit, 3. Remote controller, 4. Inlet air, 5. Outlet air, 6. Branch Selector unit, 7. Cool/Heat selector (single Branch Selector unit only), 8. Refrigerant piping.

Note: The Cool/Heat selector cannot connect to the multi Branch Selector unit.

Operation Range

COOLING HEATING
Outdoor temperature23 to 110°FDB (-5 to 43°CDB)-22 to 60°FWB (-30 to 16°CWB)
Indoor temperature57 to 77°FWB (14 to 25°CWB)59 to 80°FDB (15 to 27°CDB)
Indoor humidity80%

Note:

Name and Function of Each Switch and Display

Cool/Heat Selector

Use to switch between cooling and heating operation from each Branch Selector unit. (The Cool/Heat selector cannot connect to a multi Branch Selector unit.) When the Cool/Heat selector remote controller is installed, the remote controller connected to the indoor unit cannot be used to switch between cooling and heating operation.

Diagram of Cool/Heat selector with labels: 1. Fan only/air conditioning selector switch, 2. COOL/HEAT changeover switch.

Remote controller

For more information, see the operation manual that came with the remote controller.

Operation Procedure

Cool/Heat Selector

Cooling, Heating and Fan only operation

Select operation mode with the Cool/Heat selector as follows:

Cooling operation diagram

Heating operation diagram

Fan only operation diagram

Dry Mode

Preparation

Cool/Heat Mode Selection Availability

"Cool", "Heat" and "Auto" are all only available for selection on the COOL/HEAT changeover master indoor unit. The following table indicates the available operating modes of the other indoor units on the system based upon the selected mode of the master indoor unit.

When the master indoor unit is set to The other indoor units in the system can be set to
Cool Dry Heat Fan
Cool mode✔️✔️
Dry mode✔️
Heat mode✔️✔️
Fan mode✔️
Auto mode (Cooling operation)✔️✔️
Auto mode (Heating operation)✔️✔️

Precautions for Selecting the COOL/HEAT Changeover Master Indoor Unit

The COOL/HEAT changeover master must be set for a single indoor unit in the following applications. (3-Pipe Heat Recovery System)

Diagram: Branch Selector unit: The Branch Selector unit is used for cooling or heat mode selection. Indoor units: A number of indoor units are connected to a single Branch Selector unit. Set any one of the indoor units as the cool/heat changeover master.

Maintenance

Reset Filter Indicator

Operation

  1. When it is time to clean or replace the filter, one of the following messages will appear on the bottom of the basic screen: "Time to clean filter", "Time to clean filter & element", "Time to clean element". Wash, clean, or replace the filter or element. For details, refer to the Operation Manual supplied with the indoor unit.
  2. Reset the filter indicator when the filter or element is cleaned or replaced. Press Menu/OK button. The main menu screen will appear.
  3. Press [Up Arrow] and [Down Arrow] buttons to select Reset Filter Indicator on the main menu screen and press Menu/OK button. The message shown in illustration 1 will disappear from the basic screen when the filter sign is reset.

Maintaining the Unit and LCD Display

Note: Do not use any paint thinner, organic solvent, or strong acid.

Reference Information

Error Code Display

Contact your local dealer in the following cases.

Operation

  1. If an error occurs, either one of the following items will flash in the basic screen: "Error: Press Menu button" (The operation lamp will flash) or "Warning: Press Menu button" (The operation lamp will not flash). Press Menu/OK button.
  2. The Error code will flash and the service contact and model name or code may appear. Notify your local dealer of the Error code and model name or code.

Diagram: Operation lamp.

Precautions for Group Control System or Two Remote Controller Control System

This system provides two other control systems beside individual control (one remote controller controls one indoor unit) system. Confirm which type of your unit is the following system.

Note: Contact your local dealer in case of changing the combination or setting of group control and two remote controller control systems.

Optimum Operation

Seasonal Maintenance

Caution

At the beginning of the season

Check

Clean the exterior

Turn the power on

At the end of the season

On a clear day, use fan operation for around half a day to thoroughly dry out the interior of the unit. This step is performed to prevent buildup of mold and other harmful organisms.

Turn off the power

Clean the exterior

Following Symptoms are not Air Conditioner Troubles

The system does not operate

It stops sometimes

Cool/heat cannot be changed over

Fan operation is possible, but cooling and heating do not work

The fan speed does not correspond to the setting

The fan direction does not correspond to the setting

Following Symptoms are not Air Conditioner Troubles

White mist comes out of the unit

Indoor unit

Outdoor unit

Noise of air conditioners

Indoor unit

Outdoor unit

Indoor unit, outdoor unit

Dust comes out of the unit

The units can give off odors

The outdoor unit fan does not rotate

The compressor or fan in the outdoor unit does not stop

The inside of outdoor unit is warm even when the unit has stopped

Trouble Shooting

If one of the following malfunctions occur, take the measures shown below and contact your local dealer.

Warning: Stop operation and shut off the power if anything unusual occurs (burning smells, etc.). Leaving the unit running under such circumstances may cause breakage, electrical shock, or fire. Contact your local dealer.

If the system does not properly operate except for the above mentioned cases and none of the above mentioned malfunctions is evident, investigate the system according to the following procedures. If it is impossible to fix the problem after checking all the above items, contact your local dealer. Let them know the symptoms, system name, and model name.

  1. If the system does not operate at all;
    • Check if there is no power failure. Wait until power is restored. If power failure occurs during operation, the system automatically restarts immediately after the power supply is recovered.
    • Check if no fuse has blown; Turn off the power supply.
    • Check if the breaker is blown. Turn the power on with the breaker switch in the OFF position. Do not turn the power on with the breaker switch in the Trip position. (Contact your local dealer.)
  2. If the system stops soon after starting the operation;
    • Check if air inlet or outlet of outside or indoor unit is not blocked by obstacles. Remove any obstacle and make it well-ventilated.
    • Check if the remote controller display shows "Time to clean filter & element"; Refer to the Operation Manual of the indoor unit. And clean the air filter or element.
  3. The system operates but cooling or heating is insufficient;
    • Check if air inlet or outlet of outside or indoor unit is not blocked by obstacles. Remove any obstacle and make it well-ventilated.
    • Check if the remote controller display shows "Time to clean filter & element"; Refer to the Operation Manual of the indoor unit. And clean the air filter or element.
    • Check the temperature setting. Refer to "Operation Procedure".

Diagram: Breaker switch with ON, OFF, and Trip positions.

Trouble Shooting

After-Sales Service and Warranty

After-sale Service

Danger: Refrigerant gas may produce a toxic gas if it comes in contact with fire such as from a fan, heater, stove or cooking device. Exposure to this gas could cause severe injury or death.
Warning: Do not disassemble, modify or repair the unit. This may cause water leakage, electric shock or fire. Contact your local dealer.

Table 1 "Inspection Cycle" and "Maintenance Cycle" Lists

Name of Main Part Inspection Cycle Maintenance Cycle [replacements and/or repairs]
Compressor1 year20,000 hours
Electric motor (fan, damper, etc.)20,000 hours
Printed circuit boards25,000 hours
Heat exchanger5 years
Sensor (thermistor, etc.)5 years
Remote controller and switches25,000 hours
Drain pan8 years
Expansion valve20,000 hours
Electromagnetic valve20,000 hours
FANOutside : 10 years
Indoor : 13 years

Note 1: This table indicates main parts. See the maintenance and inspection contract for details.

Note 2: This maintenance cycle indicates recommended lengths of time until the need arises for maintenance work, in order to ensure the product is operational as long as possible. Use for appropriate maintenance design (budgeting maintenance and inspection fees, etc.). Depending on the content of the maintenance and inspection contract, the inspection and maintenance cycles may in reality be shorter than those listed here.

Shortening of "maintenance cycle" and "replacement cycle" needs to be considered in the following cases.

  1. When used in hot, humid locations or locations where temperature and humidity fluctuate greatly.
  2. When used in locations where power fluctuation (voltage, frequency, wave distortion, etc.) is high. (Cannot be used if it is outside the allowable range.)
  3. When installed and used in locations where bumps and vibrations are frequent.
  4. When used in bad locations where dust, salt, harmful gas or oil mist such as sulfurous acid and hydrogen sulfide may be present in the air.
  5. When used in locations where the machine is started and stopped frequently or operation time is long. (Example: 24 hour air-conditioning)

Recommended replacement cycle of wear-out parts [The cycle is not the same as the warranty period.]

Table 2 "Replacement Cycle" Lists

Name of Main Part Inspection Cycle Replacement Cycle
Air filter1 year5 years
High efficiency filter (Optional accessory)8 years
Crankcase heater

Note 1: This table indicates main parts. See the maintenance and inspection contract for details.

Note 2: This maintenance cycle indicates recommended lengths of time until the need arises for maintenance work, in order to ensure the product is operational as long as possible. Use for appropriate maintenance design (budgeting maintenance and inspection fees, etc.). Contact your local dealer for details.

Note: Breakage due to taking apart or cleaning inside by anyone other than our authorized dealers may not be included in the warranty.

Moving and discarding the unit

This unit uses chlorofluorocarbon. Contact your local dealer for discarding this unit since it is required by law to collect, transport and discard the refrigerant in accordance with "chlorofluorocarbon collection and destruction" law.

Where to call

For after-sales service, etc., consult with your local dealer.

DAIKIN COMFORT TECHNOLOGIES MANUFACTURING, L.P.
Daikin Texas Technology Park,
19001 Kermier Road,
Waller, TX, 77484, U.S.A.

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