Heatcraft Refrigeration Products 25006801 User Manual

Condensing Unit Placement

Space and Location Requirements

The most important consideration which must be taken into account when deciding upon the location of air-

cooled equipment is the provision for a supply of ambient air to the condenser, and removal of heated air from the

condensing unit or remote condenser area. Where this essential requirement is not adhered to, it will result in higher

head pressures, which cause poor operation and potential failure of equipment. Units must not be located in the

vicinity of steam, hot air or fume exhausts. Corrosive atmospheres require custom designed condensers.

Another consideration which must be taken is that the unit should be mounted away from noise sensitive spaces and

must have adequate support to avoid vibration and noise transmission into the building. Units should be mounted

over corridors, utility areas, rest rooms and other auxiliary areas where high levels of sound are not an important

factor. Sound and structural consultants should be retained for recommendations. (Refer to actual building plans for

unit locations.)

3 Feet from

Building

Wall

3 Feet

(minimum)

Clearance to

the Next Unit

3 Feet

(minimum)

Clearance from

unit to an Open

Block Wall or

Shrubs.

3 Feet

(minimum)

Clearance for

Contractor to

Service Unit.







Figure 2. Condensing Unit Placement