Installation of a split system with your own hands

Air conditioner is a climate technology that can change the temperature of the air in a room and maintain it at a certain level. These include temperature, humidity and air purity, speed and direction of air.

Feasibility of installing a split system

The easiest way to make the weather in the house perfect is to purchase a split system. Buying an air conditioner has many advantages.

• Most models are equipped with the function to purify the air in the room from dust and harmful microbes, as well as the ionization function. This is very important for people prone to allergies and asthma, as well as for children.

• In winter, in extreme cold, the air conditioner will quickly warm up the room in the daytime and at night. This will protect you from hypothermia. In the summer, the split-system will quickly create coolness even in the hottest room. This purchase is very important for those who have high blood pressure, heart problems and cardiovascular system.
• Due to the compact dimensions and the fact that the equipment is installed on the wall, the split system does not take up much space. Therefore, the air conditioner can be freely mounted even in small rooms.
• Comfortable climate in the room in which you spend most of the time, well improves mood and performance.
• A good split system can moisturize or, on the contrary, drain air and thus create a more favorable atmosphere in the room. For health, it is important to have additional air humidification during the heating season, when the humidity in the apartment decreases. It threatens that the skin becomes overdried and, in addition, the overall fatigue of the body increases.

What to look for when choosing a split system

There are nuances that need to be considered when choosing an air conditioner:

• Split system is quite an expensive purchase. When ordering through the Internet, the equipment can be deformed and even broken due to incorrect delivery. And check it out only after installation. However, if the bill of lading is already signed - no money will be returned for the purchase.

• It is not recommended to purchase air conditioning in the summer season, unless it is absolutely necessary. In summer, the demand for climate technology usually increases, so sellers overstate prices. The best season is winter. Allows you to calmly, without waiting, without hurrying to choose equipment and get a full consultation of the seller on all issues of interest.
• Air conditioners come in different types and functions. From the most simple inexpensive models for 600-700 dollars to very modern and expensive, with a modern design and a multitude of functions. Everyone decides for himself. However, to make expensive equipment not a useless toy - it is recommended to call an expert at home. Most of the large companies that sell air conditioners have a professional staff.

Such a consultant visits a potential customer at home. After it issues a conclusion, which indicates, in particular, heat supply or, conversely, heat leakage in the room from people, pets, household appliances, windows and even doorways. It also takes into account the area of ​​the room and the height of the ceilings. As a result of these measurements, it will be easier for you to choose exactly the air conditioner, which ideally suits you both functionally and economically.

Types of conditioners

All split systems are conditionally divided into two main types. These are professional units that are used to cool large rooms. They are purchased by large stores, warehouses or trading companies. The second kind is air conditioners for home use, that is, residential apartments and houses. Here we will talk about home climate technology.

There are several types of climate control equipment in relatively small rooms, for example, apartments:

1. The most common and most purchased type are wall split systems. They are also called household and room, because for the apartment they are most convenient for installation and operation. The minimum power of such equipment is 2 kW, the maximum - 7 kW.This is sufficient for the comfortable operation of climate technology in rooms from 7 to 75 m2.Wall split systems refer to air conditioners of a separate type, because the compressor is separate from the main module. This is very convenient, since the technique works almost silently, if the compressor is located outside the building. The outdoor unit is installed under the window, and the indoor unit is in the immediate vicinity of the outdoor unit. A very big disadvantage of such a climate unit is that it can not deliver fresh air into the room from the street. Dust, harmful bacteria and carbon dioxide move around the room with air currents. This fixes the installation in the apartment of a separate ventilation system.

2. Channel split systems also belong to a separate type of air conditioners. Their big plus is that they are able to condition several rooms at the same time. Another advantage of this purchase - the system is mounted in the wall is hidden, so it is suitable for any interiors. In addition, channel split systems have an important function of fresh air mixing, which is previously cleaned. This technique is most suitable for those who live in large private houses and where each room has a large area.

3. Floor air conditioners, also called mobile. This is an internal split system. The undoubted advantage of such a purchase is that the equipment does not require installation and operates directly from the network. In addition, the mobile air conditioner is moved and installed at will in the room that needs to be heated or cooled at the moment. If there is no possibility to place the air conditioner on the wall, then this purchase is the most optimal option. Among the drawbacks is that the hot air pipe will have to be removed in all rooms where the operation of the equipment is planned. In addition, they are quite noisy, because the whole structure works indoors. Therefore, it is not recommended to buy them for a study or a bedroom.

4. Window air conditioners are mounted directly into the window opening. Their advantage over other types is that they are the cheapest. However, the demand for them is steadily falling. This is due to the presence in this form of technology of significant disadvantages:

• they obscure part of the window, thus dimming the room;
• they are inconvenient to install in modern windows with double-glazed windows;
• because of the cumbersome can spoil the overall impression of the interior;
• reduces window functionality;
• are the noisiest of all types of climate technology.

Output: the window air conditioner is mounted directly into the wall, having made in it a hole specially for it. Of course, this will have to go to additional costs.

Installation of split

system When a long-awaited purchase is completed and delivery workers have brought a box - the buyer faces a very important question. Install the air conditioner with your own hands or entrust the installation to the master. Tell you how to perform this process yourself.

The installation of split systems includes the following main stages:

1. Preparatory work:

• The very first thing you need to do to someone who has decided to do the installation yourself is to open the box where the split system is located. The manual with detailed recommendations for the installation and operation of the product is always attached to any air conditioner. Then read the instructions carefully.
• on the floor near the wall where the air conditioner will be located, it is necessary to lay cardboard or cellophane so that after the end of the work all the dirt can be quickly removed. In addition, this will keep the floor covering from possible scratches.

2. Preparation of materials. To start work, you need to prepare special tools. It is necessary to prepare:

• screwdriver of sufficient power. Hilti TE 76-ATC has proved its worth;
• drill with a working length of at least 800 mm and a diameter of 40-45 mm;
• perforator;
• set of drills, diameter from 6 to 12 mm;
• construction ruler with level;
• pencil;
• painting tape;
• plastic bags;
• vinyl insulation;
• brackets;
• bolts with a length of at least 120 mm with a dowel for 12 drills;
• bolts with nut and washer. Diameter not less than 8 mm;
• metal shears;
• Example;
• cable;
• electrical tape;
• adjustable wrench;
• vacuum collector.

3. Direct installation:

• mounting of fixing the indoor unit is the first thing you need to start with. To start installing the air conditioner with your own hands, it is necessary to mark and drill holes in the wall;
• prepare self-tapping screws with a press washer, at least 32 mm in length and dowels for a 8 mm diameter drill. After that, gently, with the help of a screwdriver, we fasten the bar of fixing the inner block;
• level it is necessary to check that the strap is set smoothly;
• we install internal fasteners. To do this, you need to know a simple rule: the minimum distance from the air conditioner to the ceiling should be at least 7 cm;
• using a ruler with a level mark holes, through which will pass the freon. It is necessary to lay it so that there is a slight bias towards the street. This is necessary in order that the condensate can be freely withdrawn and not stagnant;
• in order for the hole to be neat, it is necessary to circle the edges of the future hole with the construction knife before starting the drilling, cutting off the wallpaper. Otherwise, torn edges may remain;
• with the help of paint adhesive tape glued at one edge of the plastic bag directly under the future hole so that all the dust and dirt during drilling hit there;
• using a drill, 45 mm in diameter, make a hole in the wall. At the same time, do not forget that you need to drill with a bias towards the street;

• mark and drill holes from the outside of the building. Then tighten the brackets. For this, it is best to purchase or rent special safety equipment. It is in any large construction shop;
• we install the outdoor unit on the brackets. Then tighten it with bolts with a nut and washer;
• after that it is necessary to measure the length of the freon highway and leave a margin of 10 cm;
• the next stage - cutting the pipe, processing it with rimer and rolling;
• now need to open the air conditioner cover and unscrew the plug that connects the indoor and outdoor unit. After that, connect the cable and screw the plug;
• we connect a drain hose with a metal-plastic pipe by means of an insulating tape;
• with a wrench, it is necessary to connect the pipes to the indoor unit of the air conditioner;
• copper pipe must be damped with electrical tape, so that the inside does not get dirty. After that a special rubber insulation is put on the pipe;
• vinyl insulation wraps the main pipe. Pull it into the hole and gently place the air conditioner in place, not forgetting to check the level again. The split system should sit very firmly;
• with a special box to hide the cable and the main;
• trunk and cable are connected to the outdoor unit of the air conditioner;
• the next stage is the vacuuming of the highway. After that, with vinyl tape, we construct the part of the pipe that is on the outside of the house;
• run freon into the highway;
• install and securely tighten the protective cover of the outdoor unit of the split system;
• drainage pipe with special plastic clips is attached to the air conditioner.

Split system with your own hands is ready. Now you can turn on the technique with the remote, without forgetting to close all windows and enjoy coolness and freshness.