Carrier Heat Pump Owner's Information Manual

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rn to the Expertg_Owner's InformationManualA NOTE ABOUT SAFETYAn), time you see this symbol z_ in manuals, instructions and onthe unit, be aware of the potential for personal injury. There arethree levels of precaution:DANGER identifies the most serious hazards which will result insevere personal injury or death.WARNING signifies hazards that could result in personal injury ordeath.CAUTION is used to identify unsafe practices which would resultin minor personal injury or product and property damage.NOTE is used to highlight suggestions which will result inenhanced installation, reliability, or operation.PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH AND / OR PROPERTYDAMAGE HAZARDFailure to follow this warning could result in personal injury,death or property damage.Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service,maintenance, or use can cause explosion, fire. electrical shock,or other conditions which may cause personal injury orproperty damage. Consult a qualified installer, service agency,or your distributor or branch for information or assistance. Thequalified installer or service agency must usefactory-authorized kits or accessories when modifying thisproduct.Read and follow all instructions and warnings, including labelsshipped with or attached to unit before operating your new heatpump.ABOUT YOUR HEAT PUMP SYSTEMIdentifying Your SystemYour new Carrier heat pump system is what we call a "splitsystem." It has an outdoor unit and an indoor unit connected toeach other with copper tubing called refrigerant lines. Each ofthese units has a rating plate with the model and serial numbersyou will need to reference when calling an authorized Carrierdealer about your system.Take a few moments now to locate those numbers and record themin the spaces provided on the cover of this booklet.USING YOUR NEW CARRIER SYSTEMYour Carrier heat pump system is controlled by a wall-mountedthermostat installed inside your home. Because there are so manythermostats available, please refer to the owner's manual suppliedwith your thermostat for complete details on system operation.INFINITY OPERATIONIf you own an Infinity two-stage heat pump system, you maynotice your system runs for longer periods of time. Nearly 80% ofthe time it's running, it is operating in low-stage, and your indoortemperature will remain more consistent with fewer drafts, betterhumidity control, enhanced comfort and enhanced energyefficiency.HEATING AND COOLING YOUR HOMEFor heating or cooling operation, make sure the System or Modecontrol is set to the appropriate mode. Then. adjust theTemperature control to your desired setting. Finally, use the Fancontrol to select Automatic (turns on and off as heating is needed)or On (runs continuously).Depending on your typical heating needs, your home comfortsystem may also include a supplementary heating source that willautomatically turn on as needed. You may also select this heatsource manually if desired.OPERATION UNDER EXTREMECONDITIONSYour heat pump will run as long as necessary to maintain theindoor temperature selected on your thermostat. On extremely hotdays, your heat pump will run for longer periods at a time than onmoderate days. Your system will also run for longer periods oftime under the following conditions:• Frequent opening of exterior doors• Operating laundry appliances• Taking hot showers• More than the usual number of people present in the home• More than the nomml number of electric lights in use• Drapes or blinds are open on the sunny side of the homeIMPORTANT HEAT PUMP FACTSHeat pump systems have a few unique features and operations thatyou should be aware of:• During the heating cycle, air from your registers may seemcooler than you may expect. This is because your heat pumpdelivers a constant flow of air at around 90 ° to about 105 ° F,compared to sudden blasts of hot air provided by a typicalfumace. This air may feel cool if it is slightly below your bodytemperature, however it is warm enough to keep your homecomfortable.• Ice or fi'ost may form on the outdoor coil during winter heatingoperation. Your heat pump will automatically melt the iceusing its defi'ost cycle. During defrost, you may see steam orfog rising from the outdoor unit, which is nomlal.• Heat pumps installed in areas expecting snow are elevated withsupport feet.ROUTINE MAINTENANCESimple, routine maintenance as described below will enhance yourheat pump system's ability to operate economically anddependably. Always remember the following safety precautions:ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARDFailure to follow this warning could result in personal injuryor death.Disconnect all electrical power to the indoor air handler orfurnace before removing access panels to perform anymaintenance. Disconnect power to both the indoor andoutdoor units.

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