Installation Requirements
Review technical information related to installation of Pioneer HVAC equipment.
Angle linesets upward
Refrigerant lines can go in any direction, and the indoor and outdoor units can be higher or lower than each other.
Connect the drain hose for LCAC systems
For best longevity and durability, Pioneer recommends routing the included flexible drain hose through PVC.
Find out if a wall-mounted indoor unit can be set onto ceilings
A wall-mounted indoor unit cannot be set onto the ceiling because this could cause drainage issues.
Find out if the indoor unit requires anything extra in order to be wall-mounted
No. The indoor unit includes the mounting plate. Nothing else is needed.
Find out the ideal height for mounting indoor units
The ideal height for mounting indoor units is preferably 7 to 8 feet from the floor and at least 4 to 6 inches below the ceiling.
Learn the gauge of wire used for ductless system connections
The gauge of wire used for connections between the ductless mini split indoor and outdoor sections is AWG #16.
Setup the lineset to exit from the side of the indoor unit
The lineset can exit from the side of the indoor unit if you don’t want it to go out through the back or wall.
Understand 6-foot plastic whips and 4-lead mini split connection wire
The 6-foot whip is for the final connection to the condenser, while the 4-lead wire is for the main run between indoor and outdoor units in a mini split system.
Understand the drilling details to accommodate drain and refrigerant lines
2.5 - 3 inches is sufficient.
Understand the requirements for installing your system
Watch the video tutorial in this article to learn the installation requirements for mini splits.
Understand the torque wrench size for installing your system
There are two flare nuts that require appropriately-sized torque wrenches for proper tightening.