VRF-AHU Kit

Installation and Operating Manual

 About this Installation and Operating Manual

The texts, illustrations, diagrams and examples contained in this manual are intended solely
for the purpose of explaining the installation, operation, application and programming of the
VRF-AHU Kit.

All safety instructions and protective measures relevant for your particular application are to
be observed when planning, installing, setting up, maintaining, repairing and testing these
devices.

Systemair reserves the right to make changes and technical improvements without notice in
this manual.

All assembly, electrical and refrigeration work must be carried out according to national and
regional laws, regulations and regulations.

All safety instructions must be carefully read and understood before beginning work.

These instructions must be handed over to the user of the system for future use and stored.

If you have any questions regarding the installation and operation of the devices described
in this manual, please do not hesitate to contact your nearest sales office or one of your sales
partners.

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Tel.: +49 (0)7930/9272-0 • Fax: +49 (0)7930/9273-92 www.systemair.de
[email protected]

You can find up-to-date information and answers to frequently asked questions on our
website http://www.systemair.de.

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 Content
1 Safety instructions

1.1 Symbols used .............................................................................................................. 5

1.2 Disposal notes ............................................................................................................. 5

1.3 General Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... 6

1.4 Notes on local selection .............................................................................................. 8

2 Installation information

2.1 Notes before beginning ............................................................................................... 8

2.2 Installation order .......................................................................................................... 8

2.3 Inspection and handling during delivery and assembly .............................................. 9

3 Scope of delivery and specification ........................................................................ 9

4 Installation and dimensions ..................................................................................... 10

5 Refrigerant pipe connection

5.1 Further documentation ................................................................................................ 11

5.2 Permissable pipe and height differences .................................................................... 11

5.3 Piping material and connection dimensions ................................................................ 12

5.3.1 Material specifications .................................................................................... 12

5.3.2 Connection dimensions .................................................................................. 12

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 6 Electrical connenction

6.1 Safety instructions ....................................................................................................... 13

6.2 Design of voltage carring lines and fuses ................................................................... 13

6.3 Terminal assignment of electrical connections ........................................................... 14

6.4 Connection of temperature sensors ............................................................................ 16

6.5 Connection example.................................................................................................... 16

7 Function and setting

7.1 Capacity setting ........................................................................................................... 17

7.2 Unit adressing ............................................................................................................. 18

8 Operation and Error codes ....................................................................................... 19

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1 Safety instructions
■ All assembly, electrical and refrigeration work must be carried out according to
national and regional laws, regulations and regulations.
■ All safety instructions must be carefully read and understood before beginning work.
■ The safety instructions given here contain important information. Carefully follow all
safety instructions.
■ This manual must be handed over to the user of the system for future use and stored.

1.1 Symbols used

The safety instructions given here are divided into two categories. They consist of a
symbol, a signal word and the explanatory text.
All safety instructions listed here must be carefully read and followed.

WARNING!
The safety instructions given here must be observed in order not to endanger the life and health
of the user.

CAUTION!
The safety instructions listed here must be observed in order to avoid possible damage to the
device and other property as well as dangerous conditions.

1.2 Disposal notes

This symbol applies only to EU countries.
This symbol complies with Directive 2002/96 / EC Article 10 Information for
users and Annex IV.
Your Systemair product is built and manufactured with high quality materials and
components that can be recycled and reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of
separately from your household waste at the end of their life cycle.
Order a suitable company with the disposal of this device or bring it to a collection
/ recycling site for disposal.
Separate collection systems for electrical and electronic products are offered in
the European Union.
Please help protect our environment!

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1.3 General safety instructions

WARNING!
This equipment may be installed and connected only by specially trained personnel
familiar with the electrical and air-conditioning safety standards.
Faulty installation and connection work, repairs and maintenance can lead to electric shock,
short circuit, leakage, fire hazard or damage to property.
All installation and connection instructions in this manual must be followed.
Faulty installation and connection work can lead to electric shock, water leakage or fire hazard.
When installing in enclosed rooms, take appropriate measures against excessive
refrigerant concentration in the room air during refrigerant discharge. The statutory limit
value may not be exceeded under any circumstances.
Contact your dealer for more information.
Excessive refrigerant concentration in the room air can lead to lack of oxygen
Use the supplied accessories and installation material for installation and connection.
Failure to do so can result in malfunction, electric shock, water leakage or fire hazard.
Install the unit only in a stable and stable place that can support the weight of the unit.
Damaged or broken equipment may cause injury or property damage.
This equipment must not be used in a high humidity environment, e.g. Laundry rooms.
Before any electrical work, the power supply must be switched off and secured before
restarting.
The device must be installed in such a way that all connections are easily accessible.
The flow direction of the refrigerant must be marked with symbols or notes on the
housing or casing of the appliance.
The electrical work must be carried out according to the applicable national and regional
regulations. The connection to the voltage supply must be carried out with a separate,
separately fused connection cable.
Failure to observe, or inadequately perform, fuses, switches, and wiring may result in electric
shock or fire.
All electrical cables must be laid and fastened without tension. All screw terminals must
be tightened with the specified tightening torque.
Failure to do so could result in electric shock, short circuit, and fire hazard.
The electrical wiring must be placed in the control box according to the instructions in
this manual, so that the control box cover can be installed and fixed properly.
Failure to observe can lead to open contacts, heat generation, electric shock, short circuit and
fire hazard.
Defective and damaged electrical cables must be replaced.
Failure to do so could result in electric shock, short circuit, and fire hazard.
Use an all-pole disconnector with at least 3 mm contact spacing and fixed wiring. Ensure
that no air or foreign bodies enter the pipelines during the cooling piping.
Failure to do so can damage the compressor and lead to loss of performance. Extreme pressure
increase in the refrigeration system can lead to bursting pipes, refrigerant leakage, explosion
hazard and serious injuries.
The permissible cable lengths of the electrical connection cables must not be exceeded.
No further loads may be connected to the electrical connection of the device.
Failure to do so could result in electric shock, short circuit, and fire hazard.

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 The refrigerant lines can become very hot during operation. Never route electrical cables
to the refrigerant piping without heat insulation between the pipe and the electrical cable.
The insulation layer of the electrical cables can melt when ignored and lead to electric shock,
short circuit and fire hazard.

WARNING!
Take special measures against the dangers caused by strong winds, hurricanes and
earthquakes in affected areas.
Damaged or broken equipment may cause injury or property damage.
In case of refrigerant leakage during installation, the affected environment must be
immediately ventilated.
Risk of death! If refrigerant is present on an open fire, toxic compounds may form.
After completion of the refrigeration work, a leak test must be carried out to prevent
leaks.
Risk of death! If refrigerants are found on heat sources such as heaters, ovens or stoves,
poisonous compounds can occur.

CAUTION!

Earth the air conditioning unit on a grounding line.

The air conditioner must never be earthed on water pipes, light or telephone lines. Insufficient
grounding may cause electric shock, short circuit, and fire.
Install a residual current circuit breaker in the electrical connection cable.
Failure to do so could result in electric shock, short circuit, and fire hazard.
First wire the outdoor unit, then the indoor unit.
It is not permissible to connect the indoor unit before the outdoor unit is properly connected.
Connect the condensation water connection of the indoor unit to the sewer lines
following the instructions in this manual. This ensures the correct drainage of
condensation water. All cooling lines must be heat-insulated with suitable materials to
prevent condensation or condensation.
Non-observance can lead to corrosion, water leakage, malfunctions and damage to property.
Indoor and outdoor equipment may cause electromagnetic interference during operation,
which may interfere with TV and radio reception or may affect the operation of other
electrical equipment.
Ensure that there is a sufficient distance (at least 1 m) between the air conditioning units and
electrical lines to the TV and radio equipment in order to avoid interference.
This device may only be operated by trained persons. Small children or persons with
limited mental perceptions must avoid handling or supervising the appliance.

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1.4 Notes on location selection
Please note the following when selecting a location:
■ Avoid a location where highly flammable materials are handled.
■ Avoid a location where flammable, aggressive or corrosive gases may be generated, stored
or leaked, or where volatile flammable materials are treated.
■ Avoid a location where oily, acid or basic vapors can be generated, stored or leaked
■ Avoid a location where corrosion may damage the indoor unit or where the indoor unit is
exposed to vapors, organic solvents, foreign objects, or strong contamination.
■ Avoid a location with persistently salty air or high humidity.
■ Avoid a location with poor voltage supply.
■ The indoor unit must not be installed in all types of vehicles or in switchgear.
■ Avoid a location close to machines that are generating electromagnetic waves.

2 Installation information

WARNING
The indoor unit may only be installed and connected by trained specialists. Faulty
installation and connection work, repairs and maintenance can lead to electric shock, short
circuit, leakage, fire hazard, malfunctions or damage to property.

The VRF-AHU Kit cannot be connected to a heat recovery system SYSVRF

OUTDOOR AIR EVO HR.

2.1 Notes before beginning

■ Check to see if this guide fits your device and that you have the latest document.
■ Read this installation manual carefully.
■ Follow the instructions in this manual.
■ When installing on metallic substrates, ensure electrical insulation according to
standards and technical rules.
■ Switch on the power supply only after a thorough check of the work.
■ Technical changes that are made to the specifications given in this manual could be
done without prior notice.

2.2 Installation order

Proceed as follows:
(1) Select the location
(2) Install the VRF-AHU Kit
(3) Install the outdoor unit
(4) Install the connecting pipe
(5) Wiring
(6) Test operation

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2.3 Inspection and handling during delivery and assembly
■ Check the packaging for damage when it is delivered and report any damage immediately to
your sales partner.
■ Observe the following symbols and instructions on the packaging:
This way up: The pack must always be transported, folded and stored so that the arrows
always point upwards. Rolls, flaps, heavy tipping or edges as well as other forms of
treatment are to be omitted.
Fragile: Goods marked with this symbol have to be handled with care and must not be
overthrown or laced.
■ Ensure that the unit can be transported safely to the installation site.
■ If possible, transport the device only in its original packaging to the the installation site. Unpack
the unit immediately before installation.
■ Observe the weight of the unit. Do not lift or transport the unit alone or use a transport aid.
Observe the center of gravity of the device during transport and installation.

3 Scope of delivery and specifications

The VRF-AHU Kit is delivered with the following accessories. Check the delivery for
completeness. Unused accessories should be stored for future usage. In case of missing items
please contact your sales partner immediately.

Table 3-1
Casing Metal
Dimension (h x w x d) 130 x 248 x 350 mm
Weight approx 4.5 kg
Operation Temperature Range -25 °C… +45 °C
Operation Humidity Range 40 - 90 %
Power Supply 230 VAC, 1 Phase, 50 Hz
Voltage Range 208 - 240 V
Recommended Fuse 16 A
Resistance class IPX0
Max. operation pressure 42 bar
Box body 1 piece
Box cover 1 piece
EVV 1 piece (built-in)
Packing list
Temp sensor 2 pieces
Gland 4 pieces
Manual 1 piece

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4 Installation and dimensions
Illustration 4-1

Correct Installation:

Wrong Installation:

■ The VRF-AHU Kit is not weather resistant and is only suitable for indoor installation. If the
controller box needs to be installed in outdoor areas, contact your Systemair sales
representative previously.
■ The VRF-AHU Kit may only be mounted vertically.
■ Horizontal installation leads to malfunctions and loss of performance.
■ Position the VRF-AHU Kit so that the cooling lines can be easily connected to the VRF-AHU
Kit.
■ All illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes only and may differ slightly from the
delivered devices. The real appearance of the delivered device is decisive.

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5 Refrigerant pipe connection

WARNING!
In case of refrigerant leakage during installation, the affected environment must be
immediately ventilated.
Risk of death! If refrigerant is present on an open fire, toxic compounds may form.
After completion of the refrigeration work, a leak test must be carried out to prevent
leaks.
Risk of death! If refrigerants are found on heat sources such as heaters, ovens or stoves,
poisonous compounds can occur.

CAUTION!
■ Selection and processing of the copper pipes and fittings must be carried out
strictly according to the valid standards and rules of air conditioning.
■ The maximum cable length between the VRF-AHU Kit and the external evaporator
must not exceed 8 m.
■ The VRF-AHU Kit may only be installed in R410A systems.
■ The VRF-AHU Kit can only be connected to Systemair VRF outdoor units.
■ The VRF-AHU Kit cannot control heat recovery systems SYSVRF AIR EVO HR.
■ Avoid air, dirt, dust, moisture or other foreign bodies get into the piping system.
This can lead to malfunctions and damage of the compressor.
■ The pipe connections may only be installed when indoor and outdoor units are
installed.
■ Do not allow water to enter the pipes, which can lead to malfunctions and damage
the compressor. Store the piping dry and protected.
■ All cooling pipes must be provided with adequate thermal insulation. Suitable
specialist materials (for example plastic foam hoses or plates with a wall thickness
of at least 10 mm) are available from the specialist trade.

Failure to observe these instructions will result in malfunction, compressor and consequential
damage.

5.1 Further documentation

Also observe the instructions in the manual for the outdoor unit, the external evaporator and
other system components during the installation.
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5.2 Permissible pipe lengths and height differences
The VRF-AHU Kit can be connected to different VRF outdoor units, which set different
specifications for cable lengths and height differences. The exact specifications for the design of
the refrigerant lines are dependent on the outdoor unit used. You will find this information in the
corresponding documentation of the outdoor units.
The maximum cable length between the VRF-AHU Kit and the external evaporator must not
exceed 8 m.

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5.3 Piping material and connection dimensions

5.3.1 Material specifications

Only copper pipes in accordance with DIN EN 12735-1 (copper and copper alloys, seamless
round pipes made of copper for refrigeration and air conditioning, part 1: pipes for piping
systems) may be used for the refrigeration piping.

As the form of pieces, branches and distributors capillary according to DIN EN 1254-1 (up to
and including 108 mm nominal diameter), fittings for threaded connections according to DIN EN
1254-4 (typically made of bronze) and fittings with short for braze joints according to DIN EN
1254- 5 are used. Furthermore, welded fittings made of copper according to DIN 2607 are used.

The specialist trade supplies copper pipes for refrigeration according to DIN EN 12735-1.

Selection and processing of the copper pipes and fittings must be carried out strictly according
to the valid standards of air conditioning.

5.3.2 Connecting dimensions

Only copper pipes in accordance with DIN EN 12735-1 (copper and copper alloys, seamless
round pipes made of copper for refrigeration and air conditioning, part 1: pipes for piping
systems) may be used for the refrigeration piping.

For R410A systems, use the pipe diameters listed in table 5-1.

Table 5-1
VRF-AHU Kit 7 - 14 kW 16 - 26 kW 28 – 56 KW
Liquid in Ø8,0 Ø12,7 Ø16,0
Size (mm)
Liquid out Ø8,0 Ø12,7 Ø16,0

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6 Electrical connection

6.1 Safety instructions

CAUTION!
■ This device may only be installed and connected by specially trained personnel
who is familiar with the safety standards of electrical engineering.
■ The design of the electrical cables must comply with local and national legal
requirements.
■ An all-current-sensitive residual current circuit breaker must be provided in the
supply line.
■ In the supply line, use an all-pole disconnector with at least 3 mm contact
spacing and use only fixed wiring.
■ A polychloroprene-coated, flexible cable (corresponding to 60245 IEC 57) must be
used as the line material for the voltage supply and the control cables between
the indoor and outdoor units.
■ The indoor units must be connected separately from the outdoor units and
separately fused.
■ For the electrical connection of the outdoor unit, refer to the installation manual
of the outdoor unit.
■ Indoor and outdoor units must be earthed.
■ Never apply power to the terminals of the control cables.
■ Supply voltage and control cables must be laid separately with a sufficient
distance (at least 5 mm) to avoid interfering influences.
■ All electrical cables must not come into contact with heat sources, the insulation
could melt and lead to a short circuit and fire hazard.
■ The control cables between the indoor and outdoor units can be installed
together with heat-insulated refrigerant lines.
■ Ensure that the wiring is correct before the power supply is turned on. Never
switch on the air conditioning units without the required refrigerant charge.

6.2 Design of voltage carrying lines and fuses

Technical data of the connection cables to the voltage supply.

CAUTION!
Incorrectly dimensioned electrical lines can lead to heat generation and short circuit.

Table 6-1

Recommended diameter
VRF-AHU Kit
Communication Line
Power supply
Indoor-Outdoor

220 - 240 V, 50 Hz 3 × 0.75 mm²

All units 3 x 1.5 mm²
208 - 230 V, 60 Hz shielded

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6.3 Terminal assignment of electrical connections
Observe the information on the VRF-AHU Kit label and wire it according to the descriptions in
the following illustrations.

Notes
• Ensure that the device and network addresses are set correctly before commissioning.
• Use shielded, flexible 2-core cables and ground the shield.

Illustration 6-1

N, L (CN1) Power supply connection terminal 230 V, 1 phase, 50 Hz.

ALARM (CN9) Digital output 5 A – 250 VAC or 5 A – 30 VDC. When outdoor unit has
malfunction, signal is activated. Disconnect means no alarm. Close means
alarm.
DEFROST (CN8) Digital output 5 A – 250 VAC or 5 A – 30 VDC. When outdoor unit is in
defrost mode, signal is activated. Disconnect means no defrost. Close
means defrost.
Q, E, P Terminal to communication cable between controller and outdoor unit.
Should not be less than 3 x 0.5 mm² (shielded).
COOL (CN6) Digital input. When terminals are closed, the unit is operating in cooling
mode and „COOL“ LED lights up.

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 HEAT (CN4) Digital input. When terminals are closed, the unit is operating in heating
mode and „HEAT“ LED lights up.
Note: Heating mode has priority. If both COOL and HEAT terminals are
closed, unit will run in heating mode.

0-10 V (CN3) Analog input terminal to control outdoor unit capacity.

Capacity steps:
0 - 0.5 V, 0 % capacity (unit stopped)
0.5 - 1.5 V, 10 % capacity (LED display digit 1)
1.5 - 2.5 V, 20 % capacity (LED display digit 2)
...
9.5 - 10.5 V, 100 % capacity (LED display digit 10)

CAUTION!

Signal input may not exceed 10.5 VDC, otherwise the control module will be destroyed.
The output signal (A0) must be optically isolated.

T2 (CN10) T2 sensor is indoor evaporator intermediate temperature sensor,

install to the intermediate of temperature evaporator.
T2B (CN7) T2B sensor is indoor evaporator outlet sensor,
install to the outlet of the evaporator.
EEV (CN5) Connection with EEV. Please make correct selection at EEV according to
outdoor unit capacity.
SW2 Single or multi connection selection. Please refer to table 7-0.
ENC1 Knob to select indoor unit capacity.

LED explanation:
LED1 DEF unit is in defrost mode
LED2 COOL unit is in cooling mode
LED3 HEAT unit is in heating mode
LED4 RUN unit is in operation

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6.4 Connection of temperature sensors
Observe the VRF-AHU Kit control board and connect the temperature sensors as shown in Figure
6-2.
T2 indoor evaporator intermediate temperature sensor
T2B indoor evaporator outlet sensor

Abbildung 6-2

Notes
• All units are equipped one main control panel, the temperature sensor T2 and T2B must be
connected to the main control panel before first powered on.
• The evaporater temperatuture sensor T2 must be installed intermediate of the evaporater
• The Sensor T2B has been placed on the pipe of the evaporater outlet side

6.5 Connection Example

External evaporator with VRF-AHU Kit connected to an outdoor unit

Illustaration 6-3

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7 Function and settings

On the control board of the VRF-AHU Kit options for individual settings are available, which are
described in more detail below.

Note
After completing all settings, turn off the power and then turn it on again. The new settings are
accepted and applied by the controller. Without voltage reset, the new settings will not take
effect.

7.1 Capacity setting

CAUTION
The settings may only be made by authorized persons. Incorrect changes to the settings
can lead to malfunctions, failures and damage.

To set the nominal cooling capacity of the connected external evaporator, the rotary switch
ENC1 (see Table 7-1) is located on the control board.

Table 7-1 (ENC 1 – Switch to select the power of the indoor units)
Capacity (kW) ENC1 VRF-AHU Kit EEV Model Number of
virtual
addresses
7.0 – 12.0 0 VRF-AHU Kit 7 - 14 T0122C02 1
14.0 1 1
16.0 2 VRF-AHU Kit 16 - 26 TS130C01 1
18.0 3 1
20.0 4 2
22.4 5 2
25.2 6 2
26.0 7 2
28.0 8 VRF-AHU Kit 28 - 56 TS240C01 2
33.5 9 3
40.0 A 3
45.0 B 4
50.0 C 4
56.0 D 4

When selecting the nominal power of the indoor units, virtual addresses are automatically
assigned.

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7.2 Unit addressing

Single Connection OFF/OFF is for single indoor unit

Multi Connection ON/ON, ON/OFF, OFF/ON are for multi

indoor units with different fixed addresses

Table 7-2
SW2-1 SW2-2 Addressing

OFF OFF automatic addressing One outdoor unit, one indoor unit
OFF ON Address 10 (fix) One outdoor unit, several indoor units
ON ON Address 20 (fix) One outdoor unit, several indoor units
ON OFF Address 15 (fix) One outdoor unit, several indoor units

Single Connection means that only one VRF-AHU Kit and no other indoor units are installed in
one system.

Multi Connection means that more than two indoor units are integrated in a VRF system.
Therefore, 1 to max. 3 VRF-AHU Kits as well as one or more Systemair VRF internal devices
SYSVRF could be integrated. The outdoor unit cannot be set up for automatic address
assignment. You have to set up an individual device address for each VRF-AHU Kit and each
indoor unit first by using the local remote control.

(1) Maximum 3 VRF-AHU Kits can be integrated in one system.

(2) Each VRF-AHU Kit must be assigned an address. The number of virtual addresses is
selected by the VRF-AHU Kit depending on the rated power set at ENC1. If a virtual
address is assigned in the system, it cannot be assigned to a real indoor unit in the same
system. Table 7-1 shows the variants of how virtual addresses are assigned.

Example:
Two VRF-AHU Kits are connected in one system. The first one has a nominal power of 56 kW.
The switch ENC1 hast to be set to „D“ - 4 virtual addresses are assigned to the VRF-AHU Kit.
Now, on switch SW 2 a fixed address has to be selected. For example SW2-1: OFF, SW2-2:
ON (Address 10 (fix)).

SW2-1 SW2-2 Addressing

OFF ON Address 10 (fix) One outdoor unit, several indoor units

The addresses 10, 11, 12 and 13 are automatically assigned to the VRF-AHU Kit. For the
second VRF-AHU Kit, ENC1 has also to be set for the power. The setting of the DIP switch
needs to be selected differently from the first VRF-AHU Kit. Address 15 or 20.

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 (3) A maximum number of indoor units may be connected to each outdoor unit, depending on
the respective outdoor unit. The calculation also needs to include the virtual indoor units. A
controller box with the nominal power "D" (56 kW), a real address and four virtual
addresses is recognized by the outdoor unit as four indoor units.

(4) An integration of the VRF-AHU Kit in a central control (superordinate control) via X, Y, E
bus into the system is not possible.

(5) Before switch on the VRF-AHU Kits for the first time, the system addresses for other
indoor units must be set with the remote control. The setting range is between 0 and 63.
Device addresses must not be repeated within the same system.

Note
For further information on addressing, refer to the operating instructions of the respective
outdoor units and remote controls.

8 Operation and Error codes

E1 Communication error with outdoor unit.
E2 Temperature sensor T2 error.
E3 Temperature sensor T2B error.
Ed Error temperature sensor outdoor unit or errror outdoor unit. Check error code of the
outdoor unit.
dF Unit is in defrost mode.

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