Instructions / Assembly
507788-01Issue 1818Page 18 of 20
Cabinet Insulation
DAMAGED INSULATION MUST BE REPAIRED OR
REPLACED before the unit is put back into operation.
Insulation loses its insulating value when wet, damaged,
separated or torn.
IMPORTANT
Matte- or foil-faced insulation is installed in indoor
equipment to provide a barrier between outside air
conditions (surrounding ambient temperature and humidity)
and the varying conditions inside the unit. If the insulation
barrier is damaged (wet, ripped, torn or separated from the
cabinet walls), the surrounding ambient air will affect the
inside surface temperature of the cabinet.
The temperature/humidity difference between the inside
and outside of the cabinet can cause condensation on the
inside or outside of the cabinet which leads to sheet metal
corrosion and, subsequently, component failure.
Repairing Damaged Insulation
Areas of condensation on the cabinet surface are an
indication that the insulation is in need of repair.
If the insulation in need of repair is otherwise in good
condition, the insulation should be cut in an X pattern,
peeled open, glued with an appropriate all-purpose glue
and placed back against the cabinet surface, being careful
to not overly compress the insulation so the insulation can
retain its original thickness. If such repair is not possible,
replace the insulation. If using foil-faced insulation, any
cut, tear, or separations in the insulation surface must be
taped with a similar foil-faced tape.
1. CUT INSULATION IN X PATTERN
2. APPLY GLUE
3. PRESS GLUED TABS AGAINST CABINET
GLUE - Make sure there is
full coverage of glue on the
metal or insulation so there
are no areas where air
pockets may form which
can lead to sweating.
Figure 16. Recommended Blower Speed Taps
Use of Air Handler During Construction
It is not recommended to use this air handler unit during any
phase of construction. Very low return air temperatures,
harmful vapors and operation of the unit with clogged or
misplaced lters will damage the unit.
Air handler units may be used for heating (heat pumps)
or cooling of buildings under construction, if the following
conditions are met:
• A room thermostat must control the air handler. The
use of xed jumpers is not allowed.
• Air lter must be installed in the system and must be
maintained during construction.
• Air lter must be replaced upon construction
completion.
• The air handler evaporator coil, supply fan assembly
and duct system must be thoroughly cleaned following
nal construction clean-up.
• All air handler operating conditions must be veried
according to these installation instructions.