Friedrich VRP Variable Refrigerant Packaged Heat Pump
Installation & Operation Manual
Innovative | Intelligent | Inverter
Model VRP36K
For Commercial and Residential Applications
Patents may apply: 10408504, 10436457, 10488083, 10731899. Additional patents pending.
Brands: Friedrich, Precision Inverter, FreshAire
Certifications: ETL Listed (Intertek), AHRI Certified
General Safety Information
WARNING: Always read and obey all safety messages. Safety messages will alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
- WARNING: Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, can result in severe personal injury or death and damage to product or other property.
- CAUTION: Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, can result in personal injury and damage to product or other property.
- NOTICE: Indicates property damage can occur if instructions are not followed.
Refrigerant Safety (R32 A2L):
- Risk of fire flammable materials.
- Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Store the appliance in a room without continuously operating ignition sources like open flames, operating gas appliances, or operating electric heaters.
- Do not pierce or burn.
- Be aware that refrigerants may not contain an odor.
Installation Safety:
- Optimal system performance and longevity depend upon a quality and proper installation.
- Follow all guidelines in the manual and industry best practices. Conform to all local code requirements.
- Inspect the unit for any damage from shipment immediately.
- If the unit appears damaged, or if a refrigerant leak is suspected, do not install. Contact a licensed repair person.
- Unventilated areas: Appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating open flames or other potential ignition sources. Auxiliary devices which may be a potential ignition source shall not be installed in the duct work.
- Do not drill on panels without consulting Friedrich.
Qualification of Workers:
- Any person working on a refrigerant circuit should have a current valid certificate from a national training organization or manufacturer.
- Every working procedure that affects safety shall only be carried out by a competent person.
Cabling:
- Check that cabling will not be subject to wear, corrosion, excessive pressure, vibration, sharp edges, or other adverse environmental effects.
Detection of Flammable Refrigerant:
- Under no circumstances shall potential sources of ignition be used in the searching for or detection of refrigerant leaks. A halide torch (or any other detector using a naked flame) shall not be used.
- Acceptable leak detection methods include electronic leak detectors and bubble method, fluorescent method agents.
- If a leak is suspected, all naked flames shall be removed/extinguished.
- If a leakage of refrigerant is found which requires brazing, all of the refrigerant shall be recovered from the system or isolated.
Charging Procedures:
- Ensure that contamination of different refrigerants does not occur when using charging equipment.
- Cylinders shall be kept in an appropriate position.
- Ensure that the refrigerating system is earthed prior to charging.
- Label the system when charging is complete.
- Do not overfill the refrigerating system.
- Prior to recharging, the system shall be pressure-tested with the appropriate purging gas.
- The system shall be leak-tested on completion of charging but prior to commissioning.
Recovery:
- When removing refrigerant, ensure that all refrigerants are removed safely.
- Use only appropriate refrigerant recovery cylinders.
- Ensure that the recovery equipment is in good working order and suitable for the refrigerant used.
- Do not mix refrigerants in recovery units or cylinders.
- If compressors or compressor oils are to be removed, ensure that they have been evacuated to an acceptable level.
- The compressor body shall not be heated by an open flame or other ignition sources.
General Work Area:
- All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of work being carried out.
- Work in confined spaces shall be avoided.
Presence of Fire Extinguisher:
- If any hot work is to be conducted, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall be available.
Checks to the Refrigerating Equipment:
- Electrical components shall be fit for purpose and to the correct specification.
- Follow Friedrich AC maintenance and service guidelines.
- Check that the actual refrigerant charge is in accordance with the room size.
- Ensure ventilation machinery and outlets are operating adequately and are not obstructed.
- Check the secondary circuit for refrigerant if an indirect refrigerating circuit is being used.
- Ensure markings to the equipment are visible and legible.
- Refrigerating pipe or components should not be exposed to substances that may corrode them.
Checks to Electrical Devices:
- Include initial safety checks and component inspection procedures.
- If a fault exists that could compromise safety, then no electrical supply shall be connected to the circuit until it is satisfactorily dealt with.
- Initial safety checks shall include: capacitors are discharged, no live electrical components and wiring are exposed, and there is continuity of earth bonding.
Repairs to Sealed Components:
- Do not repair. Sealed components must be replaced.
Repair to Intrinsically Safe Components:
- Do not repair. Intrinsically safe components must be replaced.
Decommissioning:
- Technician must be familiar with the equipment and its operation.
- Isolate system electrically.
- Ensure mechanical handling equipment, personal protective equipment, and recovery equipment are available and used correctly.
- Pump down refrigerant system, if possible.
- If a vacuum is not possible, make a manifold so that refrigerant can be removed from various parts of the system.
- Ensure cylinder is situated on the scales before recovery takes place.
- Start the recovery machine and operate in accordance with instructions.
- Do not overfill cylinders (no more than 80% volume liquid charge).
- Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the cylinder.
- When cylinders have been filled correctly, remove cylinders and equipment promptly.
- Recovered refrigerant shall not be charged into another system unless it has been cleaned and checked.
Labelling:
- Equipment shall be labelled stating that it has been de-commissioned and emptied of refrigerant.
- For appliances containing FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS, ensure that there are labels on the equipment stating the equipment contains FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANT.
General Specifications
Nomenclature:
Series: VRP Heat Pump
Nominal Capacity: 36 (20,000 - 36,000 BTU/Hr.)
Voltage: K = 230/208 V
Heater watts: 10 = 10.0 kW, 15 = 15.0 kW
Marketing Revision: S = Standard, L = Low Ambient Heat
Engineering Revision: Plenum and louver configuration (C= Only for 36000 Btu units)
Outdoor Air/Ventilation: S = Standard unit. No FreshAire™, F = Single OA Fan Powered FreshAire System 80 CFM, D = Single OA Fan Powered FreshAire System 130 CFM
Model VRP36K:
Cooling Performance Data (95°F DB/75°F WB outdoor, 80°F DB/67°F WB indoor):
- Voltage: 230/208
- Cooling Btu (Rated): 35,500
- Cooling Btu (Min. - Max): 12,000 - 35,500
- Outdoor Operating Range (°F): 55 - 115
- Power (W): 3,380
- SEER2: 17.0
- EER2: 10.5
- Sensible Heat Ratio: 0.72
- Cooling Amps: 14.8
Heat Pump Performance Data:
- Voltage: 230/208
- Heating Btu (Rated @ 47° F): 33,000
- Heating Btu (@ 17° F): 21,000
- Heating Btu (Min. - Max.): 9,000 - 33,000
- Heat Pump Outdoor Operating Range (°F): 0 - 70
- COP (Rated @ 47 DegF): 3.3
- HSPF2: 7.80
- Heating Power (W): 2,920
- Heating Amps: 12.8
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Dimensions
Unit Dimensions (W x D x H): 31 3/4" x 29 7/8" x 77 1/4"
Shipping Dimensions (W x D x H): 34" x 35" x 81"
Net Weight (lbs.): 342
Shipping Weight (lbs.): 369
R32 Charge (oz.): 60
Diagram showing unit dimensions with labels for Supply Air, Return Air, Electrical Entry, Condenser Inlet Air, Condenser Exhaust Air.
Electrical Data
VRP Model | Voltage | Electric Heater Watts | Electric Heating Btu/Hr | Electric Heater Amps | MCA | MOP / MOCP |
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VRP36K10 | 230 | 8820 | 30090 | 39.4 | 49.9 | 50 |
208 | 7210 | 24600 | 35.9 | |||
VRP36K15 | 230 | 8820/4410 | 45120 | 39.4/19.2 | 49.9/24.0 | 50/25 |
208 | 7210/3610 | 36900 | 35.9/17.4 |
Note: 15 kW electric heat models require dual service (50A + 25A).
Electrical Requirements:
- Wire Size: Use ONLY wire size recommended for single outlet branch circuit. Use copper conductors ONLY.
- Fuse/Circuit Breaker: Use ONLY type and size fuse or HACR circuit breaker indicated on unit's rating guide.
- Grounding: Unit MUST be grounded from branch circuit to unit, or through separate ground wire provided on permanently connected units. Ensure that branch circuit or general purpose outlet is grounded.
- Wire Sizing: Use recommended wire size given in tables and install a single branch circuit. All wiring must comply with local and national codes.
Electrical Rating Table:
Recommended Branch Circuit Sizes* | Nameplate Maximum Circuit Breaker Size | AWG Wiring Size** |
---|---|---|
25A | 10 | |
30A | 10 | |
50A | 6 |
* Single circuit from main box.
** Based on 100' or less of copper, single insulated conductor at 60℃
All field wiring must comply with NEC and local codes.
Air Flow Data
Indoor CFM & External Static Pressure
Model | Speed Select | Airflow Setting | Static Pressure (in. WC) | ||||||||||
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0.00 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.15 | 0.20 | 0.25 | 0.30 | 0.35 | 0.40 | 0.45 | 0.50 | |||
VRP36K* | High | 1140 | 1100 | 1060 | 1000 | 950 | 890 | 820 | 750 | 670 | |||
Low | 1040 | 980 | 920 | 850 | 780 | 710 | 630 | ||||||
High | 1190 | 1150 | 1110 | 1070 | 1020 | 960 | 900 | 830 | 760 | 680 | |||
2 | Low | 1040 | 980 | 920 | 850 | 780 | 710 | 630 | |||||
High | 1300 | 1260 | 1220 | 1180 | 1130 | 1080 | 1020 | 960 | 900 | 830 | 760 | ||
3 | Low | 1040 | 980 | 920 | 850 | 780 | 710 | 630 | |||||
High | 1400 | 1360 | 1320 | 1270 | 1220 | 1170 | 1120 | 1060 | 1010 | 950 | 890 | ||
4 | Low | 1040 | 980 | 920 | 850 | 780 | 710 | 630 | |||||
High | 1470 | 1440 | 1400 | 1360 | 1310 | 1270 | 1220 | 1170 | 1120 | 1060 | 1000 | ||
5 | Low | 1040 | 980 | 920 | 850 | 780 | 710 | 630 |
VRP Configurator: Units are shipped with Speed Select 1 High as the default airflow. In higher static applications, increase airflow to a higher Speed Select setting using the VRP Configurator tool and instructions (firmware 3.7.0.0 or later).
Condenser CFM & External Static Pressure
VRP is designed to install through an exterior wall with a plenum and a Friedrich external louver.
VRP Model | Design CFM | Design ESP ("WC) | Maximum ESP ("WC) |
---|---|---|---|
VRP36K | 2030 | 0.03 | 0.20 |
If Friedrich designed plenum and louver combinations are not used, selections and design must be evaluated by Friedrich to ensure the total pressure drop does not exceed maximum allowable limits.
VRP Required Minimum Clearances
Building Exterior Unit Opening Requirements:
- Units must be installed on an outside wall. Confined spaces and/or covered areas should be avoided.
- Minimum of 12" apart when two units are side by side.
- If three or more units are to operate next to one another, maintain a minimum of 60” between units or pairs of units.
- If more than two units are sharing a floor with adjacent, outset units, a minimum distance of 64” must be kept between units.
- Vertical clearance of 60" must be maintained.
- Units installed on the bottom floor must be mounted at least 6" off of the ground.
- If two units are facing each other, a minimum distance of 108" must be kept between units.
Diagrams illustrating clearance requirements (Figure A, B, C, D, E).
Grill Clearance Requirements:
- For proper spacing from the VRP exterior louvered grill, Friedrich recommends that ALL obstructions are a minimum of 72" from the exhaust.
- For minor obstructions (e.g., lamp poles, shrubbery), a clearance of 24" from the outdoor louver must be maintained.
- For major obstructions (e.g., fence, wall, heat rejecting devices), a minimum distance of 72" must be kept.
Diagram illustrating grill clearance requirements with a building, VRP unit, outdoor condensing unit, and obstructions like a pole, shrub, fence.
Installation Orientation
Diagram showing unit placement in a wall opening with dimensions for outside grill, outside wall, and inside closet dimensions.
NOTE: The VRP 3-ton unit comes equipped with bi-directional casters for ease of movement. The casters only allow for movement forward and backward. The VRP 3-ton should be installed with the access door positioned in front of the unit.
Exterior Wall Opening Dimensions
Unit | Width | Height |
---|---|---|
VRPXWPC-* | 32 1/4" | 52 1/2" |
NOTE: The distance between the rough opening and the finished floor/platform must be 2 7/8".
Diagram showing exterior wall rough opening dimensions.
Interior (Closet) Wall Opening Dimensions
Return Air Access Door Wall Cut-Out
Unit | Width | Height |
---|---|---|
VRP36 | 36" | 84" |
NOTE: Dimensions based on standard 36" door frame.
Diagram showing interior wall rough opening dimensions for the return air access door.
Wall Plenum Installation
Parts included in Plenum kit:
- Outside Plenum (Part A)
- Inside Plenum (Part B)
- Divider (Part C)
- Baffle (Part D)
Diagrams of plenum kit parts.
Field Supplied Parts:
- Sealant, attachment screws, and flashing. Silicone sealant is recommended.
- VRPXWPC-8 adjusts for walls 4"- 8" thick.
- VRPXWPC-14 adjusts for walls 8" - 14" thick.
- 1"-3" Screws to attach the plenum assembly to the wall studs.
Diagrams of field supplied parts: sealant, flashing, shim.
Step 1 - Outside Wall Plenum Half:
- Prepare the rough opening. The rough opening should be lined with metal or wood.
- Dry fit the outside plenum half into the rough opening and check the fit and level.
- Remove the outside plenum half, flash the rough opening to ensure proper fit and level.
- Pre-installing the exterior louver as shown above is optional.
- Apply sealant to the outside plenum half and insert into the rough opening to ensure a water-tight seal. Ensure that the outside plenum half is securely attached to the framed opening.
Note: The wall plenum is not designed to carry any structural load. A load bearing header must be built above the rough opening.
Diagram illustrating Step 1 of Wall Plenum Installation.
Step 2 - Inside Wall Plenum Half:
- Apply sealant to all 4 flange corners and unused holes.
- Flash the inside of the rough opening to ensure the proper fit and level.
- Insert inside plenum half (Part B) into Outside Plenum Half (Part A). Ensure that Part A does not back out of the rough opening.
- Remove the inside plenum half.
- Apply sealant to the inside plenum half and insert into the rough opening to ensure a water-tight seal.
Diagram illustrating Step 2 of Wall Plenum Installation.
Step 3 - Inside Wall Plenum (cont.):
- Drill pilot holes on the interior of the inside plenum half (Part B) as shown. Pilot holes should be located approximately 4” from the top and bottom of the inside plenum half, on both the left and right sides.
- Install fasteners through each pilot hole. Fastener must pass through both Part A and Part B. If the inside and outside plenum halves do not overlap at fastening point, be certain to drill extra holes where needed to secure both Part A and Part B to the rough opening.
Note: Do not place any screws, fasteners, or penetrating holes through the top or bottom of the plenum assembly.
Diagram illustrating Step 3 of Wall Plenum Installation.
Louver Installation
Installation of the louver PRIOR to Wall Plenum Installation:
- Hold the louver up to the Outside Wall Plenum Part A and line up the louver top with the very top edge of the 3/4" flange.
- Line up the Wall Plenum holes with the threaded holes in the louver, install and tighten the 8 screws.
Diagram showing louver installation prior to wall plenum installation.
Installation of the louver AFTER the installation of wall plenum on elevated floors:
- Tie a rope or tether to the architectural louver and the divider in the wall plenum to prevent it from falling if dropped.
- Turn the louver sideways and push the louver out below the divider in the wall plenum.
- Pull the louver back against the wall plenum and align the holes.
- Insert and tighten all eight provided fasteners. When the louver is secured, remove the safety tether.
Final Wall Plenum and Architectural Louver Installation
Diagrams showing Plenum Divider Extension Plate (Baffle) and Plenum Divider Extension Plate Installed into Full Plenum Assembly.
- Ensure that the weather strip is undamaged and provides a continuous seal around the inner perimeter of the plenum.
- Apply silicone grease or other non-petroleum-based lubricants to the weather strip to enhance the sealing capability and ease installation of the air conditioner chassis.
- Install the plenum adjuster plate. Ensure the exterior edge is seated against the inside of the architectural louver.
- Secure the plenum divider extension plate to the architectural louver using the two provided screws.
- Use tape and sealant to seal any gaps.
Unit Installation
Unit Placement Prior to Installation (Front-Install Configuration):
Diagram showing unit placement prior to installation.
All louver, plenum, rough plumbing, and rough wiring steps must be complete prior to final installation of the air conditioning chassis.
Final Unit Installation Overview
Unit Final Placement - Front Install:
Diagram showing final unit placement - front install.
- Ensure that power is off at the junction box feeding power to the air conditioner until all process steps are completed.
- Move the unit from the shipping base and onto the installation site.
- Insert the unit's rear extension into the wall plenum, it should butt up against the compression gasket.
- Remove the front panel to access the chassis clamps. Attach the hooks into the plenum braces and close.
- Reattach the front panel.
- Identify the appropriate drain port to use and complete plumbing (See Page 25).
- Attach the ductwork to the unit at the supply-air outlet and ensure the seal is air tight (See Page 26).
- Wire and connect the wall controller (See Pages 27).
- Connect the main power (See Page 28).
Unit Final Placement - Plenum Attachment:
Diagram showing unit final placement - plenum attachment with detail view.
- Ensure that power is off at the junction box feeding power to the air conditioner until all process steps are completed.
- Ensure that the unit is pushed flush against the start of the wall plenum.
- Remove the front panel from the unit.
- Reach under and behind the electrical box and locate the panel mounted fasteners. There is one on each of the left and right interior panel.
- Align the hook of each fastener with the brackets mounted on the interior portion on the wall plenum.
- Pull back on the fastener handles until locked.
NOTE: Once the unit is fastened there should be a gap of at least 1" between the unit and finished wall.
Final Drain Installation
Unit Drain Installation:
Diagram showing unit drain installation with labels for supplied pipe plugs, elbow, union, and example of field supplied DWV system.
- NOTE: Failure to follow these procedures may result in serious property damage. A field supplied secondary condensate pan may be required. Check with local codes. In case of drainage system blockage, the unit base will allow excess water to flow out of the unit through the plenum and the architectural louver. It is critical to ensure that the drainage path is not blocked or obstructed in any way during installation.
- The supplied drain kit must be connected to one of the two (left or right) 3/4” FPT connections on the unit base-pan.
- Insert the provided 3/4” nipple into the determined connection using field-supplied Teflon tape or pipe joint compound.
- With the slip end of a 3/4” union, connect to the nipple with Teflon tape or pipe joint compound.
- Hand-tighten all fittings to prevent damage to unit or fittings.
- Install a field-supplied drain system to the slip end of the union. A trap is required and drain connections should be connected to building DWV system. Pitch the drain line of a 1/4” downward slope for every foot (1') of lateral horizontal run to the DWV.
- Plug the unused connection port with the provided 3/4” pipe plug and field-supplied Teflon tape or pipe joint compound. High tighten to prevent damage to the unit or fittings. Do not thread metal or copper pipe fittings directly into unit.
- Check the system for leaks.
Ductwork Installation & Base Pan Heat Option
Diagram showing supply air duct connection and discharge area.
- Supply air duct connection is the responsibility of the installer and should be installed per industry best practices.
- Supply discharge area is 8 1/16”D x 26 1/16”W.
- Sheet metal or duct board may be used for the transition from the discharge to 10” or larger diameter flexible ducting.
- Avoid sharp transitions in the ductwork to ensure optimal indoor blower performance.
- Allow at least 18” from the discharge of the unit to the final reduced-size transition to support optimal efficiency of the blower system.
Basepan Heat Thermostat:
VRP models that end with the ‘L' character will come equipped with a basepan heater. The basepan heat engages and disengages automatically based on outdoor ambient and base-pan temperatures.
Wall Controller Installation
Please check the Instruction and Operational manual of the VRPX*4 energy management thermostat for detailed installation. All units are equipped with a RJ-45 connection in front to be able to connect to a wired or wireless thermostat.
NOTE: VRP units are only compatible with the Friedrich VRPX*4 controller.
Diagram showing RJ-45 receptacle on VRP and RJ-45 plug.
Electrical Installation
Diagram showing unit punch-outs and electrical box.
- Remove and discard hole knock-out from the side of the unit.
- NOTE: Only one punch-out needs to be removed for 0.0 kW and 10.0 kW models. Both punch-outs must be removed on the 15.0 kW models for dual service.
- Remove the front access panel to expose the electrical box and incoming Power terminal block.
Diagram showing terminal blocks A and B for wiring.
- Insert all wires through the punched out hole(s) and fasten wires as shown.
- The 0kW and 10kW models will require the use of only one of the terminal blocks (Block 'A').
- The 15kW models will connect the extra 5kW electric heat to the remaining terminal block (Block 'B') and separate 30A service.
Return Air & Door Installation
- A 36" door louvered door is recommended for all VRP36 installations.
- The louvered portion of the door should have a minimum of 325 sq. in. of free area.
- Alternatively, a solid door may be used in tandem with a transfer register on an adjacent wall to the closet. The transfer register should have a minimum free area of 325 sq. in.
Image of a louvered door with a transfer grill.
FreshAire™ System Set-Up and Operation
Diagram showing FreshAire™ System components and filter access.
- If equipped with the FreshAire™ System, the unit will come with a FreshAire filter and blank-off plate.
- Remove the blank-off plate prior to turning the unit on.
- To engage the FreshAire™ System, flip the switch into the ON position. The fresh air switch is located behind the return air filter.
Image of FreshAire ON/OFF switch and control panel.
Final Installation Checklist
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard. Pull out electrical disconnect on front of the chassis and turn off all power to the unit before servicing.
- Inspect and ensure that all components and accessories have been installed properly and that they have not been damaged during the installation process.
- Ensure that all installation instructions concerning clearances around the unit have been adhered to.
- Check to ensure that the unit air filter, indoor coil, and outdoor coil are free from any obstructions.
- Ensure that the circuit breaker(s) or fuse(s) and supply circuit wire size have been sized correctly.
- Check the condensate water drain(s) to ensure that they are adequate for the removal of condensate water and that they meet approval of the end user.
- Ensure that the entire installation is in compliance with all applicable national and local codes and ordinances having jurisdiction.
- ENSURE THAT THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT IS WITHIN THE OPERATING RANGE
- Secure all access panels, apply power to the unit. The unit commissioning should be done at this time to ensure unit function.
- Present the owner or operator of the equipment with the Installation & Operation Manual, all accessory installation instructions, and the name, address and telephone number of the Authorized Friedrich Warranty Service Company.
Chassis Operation:
- Cooling Operation: Set point must be at least 3°F below room temperature to ensure compressor operation.
- Heat Pump Operation: Set point must be greater than 0.3°F but not greater than 6°F above room temperature.
- Electric Heat Operation: If set-point is greater than 5°F - 15°F above room temperature, the heat pump operation will be terminated and the electric heater will be energized.
FreshAire™:
- The FreshAire™ System delivers outside air to the indoor space. The system has a fan that draws outdoor air into the system.
- The FreshAire™ System uses two (2) 6 x 6 x 1 filters.
Service & Warranty
Servicing / Chassis Quick Change Outs:
The chassis is designed for quick disconnect and change out. For minor electrical service, the Electrical Access Panel is easily removable. For major electrical, refrigeration and fan service the chassis may be removed from utility closet.
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard. Pull out electrical disconnect on front of the chassis and turn off all power to unit before servicing.
Routine Maintenance:
With proper maintenance and care, your system will operate economically and dependably.
CAUTION: Cut/Sever Hazard. Some edges may be sharp, use gloves or other hand protection when handling unit.
Replace Air Filter:
- A dirty air filter reduces the efficiency of your VRP unit and allows lint and dirt to accumulate on the indoor-air coil.
- The air filter should be replaced as it becomes dirty.
- Unit filter size is 20" x 30" x 1".
- NOTE: DO NOT OPERATE YOUR SYSTEM WITHOUT A FILTER IN PLACE OR BLOCK THE FRONT OF THE UNIT RETURN AIR OPENING.
To Remove the Chassis from the Closet:
- Switch the wall controller off.
- Disconnect the power coming into the unit from the main breaker panel or the closet mounted disconnect.
- Disconnect the electrical connection.
- Disconnect the duct work.
- Slide the chassis out of the wall plenum.
- Roll the chassis out of the utility closet.
Inspect and Clean Indoor Air Coil:
- Eventually, minor amounts of lint and dirt may pass through the filter and collect on the indoor-air coil.
- Care must be taken to avoid bending the aluminum fins on the coil.
- Bent fins should be straightened using a special fin tool.
Inspect Outdoor Air (OA) Intake and Exhaust:
- The unit's outdoor-air intake and outdoor-air exhaust paths must remain clear. Keep it free of all debris, snow, or ice.
Inspect and Clean Condensate Drain:
- The condensate drain must be routed to a suitable drainage area.
- Check the unit condensate drain periodically. Keep it free of anything that may block or impede the flow of condensate water.
- The entire drain line must be protected from freezing.
Warranty:
All warranty service work must be done by an authorized servicer. See Product Warranty, and consult your dealer or contractor for details.
Electronic Control Error Code Diagnostics and Test Mode:
- The VRP electronic control continuously monitors the unit operation and will store error codes if certain conditions are witnessed.
- To enter the error code menu, do a long press (3 seconds) of the Fan Mode and Fan Speed keys.
Accessories
ITEM | DESCRIPTION | CHECK LIST |
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VRPXWPC-8 | Wall Plenum for VRP36 with VRPXALC for 4" to 8" thick wall | Require One of these Wall Plenums per unit |
VRPXWPC-14 | Wall Plenum for VRP36 with VRPXALC for 8" to 14" thick wall | |
VRPXALC | Architectural louver (VRP36 only) (30° Blade angle) | Require One of these Louvers per unit |
VRPXSCC | Architectural louver (VRP36 only) Custom Color - Special Order (30° Blade angle) | |
VRPXAP1 | Return Air Access Panel | Require One per unit |
TYPE | ITEM | DESCRIPTION | CHECK LIST |
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WALL CONTROLLER | VRPXWCTA4 | Wall Controller | Required one per unit |
VRPXEMRT(A/B)4 | VRP Energy Management Wired Wall Controller with Occupancy Sensor | Require One of the Controllers per unit | |
VRPXEMWRT(A/B)4 | VRP Energy Management Wireless Wall Controller with Occupancy Sensor | ||
EMOCT4 | Online Connection Kit - Optional with VRPXEMR(W)T(A/B)4 | Optional | |
EMRAF4 | Remote Access Fee - Optional with VRPXEMR(W)T(A/B)4 | Optional |
Diagnostic Error Codes
Code | Description |
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3 | Return Air Sensor (T6) is open or shorted. |
4 | Indoor Coil Cool Inlet sensor (T2) is open or shorted |
5 | Outdoor Coil Heat Inlet sensor (T1) is open or shorted |
6 | Discharge Air sensor (T5) is open or shorted |
7 | Outdoor Ambient Air sensor (T7) is open or shorted. |
9 | Compressor Discharge sensor (T4) is open or shorted. |
10 | Compressor Suction sensor (T3) is open or shorted. |
13 | The Wall Controller is not communicating the current humidity levels. |
14 | Low Pressure Limit Switch Open |
15 | High Pressure Limit Switch Open |
16 | Compressor Model Code Error |
17 | Compressor Output Phase Loss |
19 | Outdoor Coil > 190°F |
20 | The Indoor Coil at sensor T2's location reaches a temperature < 30°F and remains there for 5 consecutive minutes |
23 | Room Freeze Protection |
24 | The Discharge Air sensor is reading above 185°F |
27 | Minimum Configuration not Met |
28 | Inverter Board Critical Failure |
32 | Inverter board Compressor Port Over Current Protection |
34 | Unit Not Provisioned |
35 | Inverter board DC Bus Over Voltage |
36 | Inverter board DC Bus Under Voltage |
37 | Inverter board PCB Over Temperature |
39 | PSC Fan Low RPM |
40 | Wall Controller Disconnected |
42 | Compressor Speed Sync Error |
43 | Inverter board Communication Issue |
44 | Compressor Start Failure |
45 | Compressor Current Limiter |
46 | Indoor Coil > 175°F for 5 consecutive minutes |
47 | Inverter Generic Error |
48 | Outdoor Fan Malfunction Error |
51 | Inverter board DC Bus Over Current |
53 | Inverter board AC Line Under Voltage |
54 | Inverter board AC Line Over Voltage |
Limited Warranty
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.
10001 Reunion Place, San Antonio, TX 78216
800.541.6645
www.friedrich.com
ONE YEAR PARTS WARRANTY: Friedrich warrants the original end-user that should the product prove defective due to improper workmanship and/or material under normal use for a period of one year commencing from the date of installation or 120 days after original end-user purchase, whichever comes first, Friedrich will repair or replace, at its option, any defective part without charge for the part.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE LABOR or other cost incurred for servicing, repairing, removing, installing, shipping, or handling of either defective or replacement parts, or complete unit.
SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR (Sixty (60) months): On the sealed REFRIGERATION SYSTEM. Any part of the sealed refrigeration system that is defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced free of charge (excluding freight charges) by our authorized service center during normal working hours. The sealed refrigeration system consists of the compressor, metering device, evaporator, condenser, reversing valve, check valve, and the interconnecting tubing. LABOR IS NOT INCLUDED FOR INSTALLING REPLACEMENT PARTS.
NOTICE: To obtain service and/or warranty parts replacement, you must notify an authorized Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. distributor, dealer, or contractor of any defect within the applicable warranty period.
Any defective part to be replaced must be made available to Friedrich in exchange for the replacement part. You must present proof of the original date of installation of the product in order to establish the effective date of the warranty.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE, please contact your authorized Friedrich distributor, dealer, or the contractor who installed the equipment.
This limited warranty applies only to units remaining at the site of the original installation and only to units installed within the continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada. This limited warranty applies only if the unit is installed and operated in accordance with Friedrich instructions and in compliance with applicable local installation and building codes and good trade practices.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER damages caused by: accident, abuse, negligence, or misuse; operating the product in a corrosive atmosphere; modification, alteration, poor service practices; improper matching or application of the product or components; failure to provide proper maintenance and service; installation or operating of the product in a manner contrary to the instructions; lightning, fluctuations in electrical power or other Acts of God; operation of the unit during construction. This LIMITED WARRANTY also excludes all cost of installation, disconnection or dismantling the product, parts used in connection with normal maintenance such as air filters or belts and owner-required maintenance.
No one is authorized to change this LIMITED WARRANTY in any respect, or to create any other obligation or liability in connection with this product.
YOUR ONLY REMEDIES ARE PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO A TERM OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL INSTALLATION. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FRIEDRICH BE LIABLE TO THE OWNER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province.
This warranty is valid in the U.S.A. and Canada and is not transferable.
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