Samsung AE050RXYDEG Installation Manual page 22

Installing the unit
• Heavy snow fall area (Natural drainage)
f When using the air conditioner in the heating mode, ice may accumulate . During de-icing (defrost operation), the
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condensed water must be drained off safely . For the air conditioner operates well, you must follow the instructions below .
- Make space more than 80mm between the bottom of the outdoor unit and the ground for installation .
80 mm
- If the product is installed in a region of heavy snow, allow enough separation distance between the product and the
ground .
- When installing the product, make sure that the rack is not placed under the drain hole .
- Ensure that the drained water runs off correctly and safely .
• In areas with heavy snow fall, piled snow could block the air
intake . To avoid this incident, install a frame that is higher than
CAUTION
estimated snow fall . In addition, install a snow-proof hood to
avoid snow from piling on the outdoor unit .
• If ice accumulates on the base, it may cause critical damage
to the product . (e . g . , a lakeside in a cold area, the seashore, an
alpine region, etc . )
• In a heavy snowfall area, do not install the drain plug and drain
cap into the outdoor unit . And, it may cause frozen ground .
Therefore, take appropriate measures to prevent it .
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Snow-proof
hood
Estimated
snow fall
Frame
Ground