Applies to:
Indoor (Ducted): ARTH24KHTA / ARTH30KHTA / ARTH36KHTA / ARTH45KHTA / ARTH54KHTA / ARTH60KHTA
Outdoor: AOTH24KBTA / AOTH30KBTA / AOTH36KBTA / AOTH45KBTA / AOTH54KBTA / AOTH45KCTA / AOTH54KCTA / AOTH60KCTA / AOTH60KBTA / AOTH60KRTA
Wired Controller: UTY-RNRT
Refrigerant: R32
Audience: Authorised service personnel / professional installers
Contents
1) Safety and compliance
- Installation and servicing must be completed by qualified and experienced personnel only.
- Do not energise the system until all installation work is complete and covers are refitted.
- After isolating power, wait before touching electrical components (observe manufacturer discharge guidance).
- If refrigerant leakage occurs during works: ventilate immediately and remove ignition sources.
- Use vacuum pump evacuation (do not purge with refrigerant).
- Ensure correct grounding/earthing and earth leakage protection as required by local regulations.
2) R32 refrigerant requirements
- Only use R32/R410A-rated tools, hoses, flare tools, and gauges.
- Charging port thread for R32/R410A: 1/2–20 UNF.
- Prevent moisture/foreign matter entering piping; seal pipe ends during storage/handling.
- Leak detection must be suitable for flammable refrigerants; do not use open flame methods.
- High-pressure gauge manifold suitable for R32/R410A
- R32/R410A charging hoses
- Vacuum pump and appropriate adapters (as required)
- R32/R410A compatible leak detector
- Tube cutter, deburr tool, flare tool suitable for R32/R410A, torque wrenches for flare nuts and caps
- Nitrogen cylinder + regulator for pressure testing
- Accurate digital scales for additional charging
4) System overview (power, control, and wiring)
- Follow the unit wiring diagrams and terminal designations. Confirm terminal numbering matches at both ends.
- Limit voltage drop to < 2% across supply and interconnect; increase conductor size if required.
- Do not route control / transmission wiring in contact with refrigerant piping or sharp edges.
5) Refrigerant piping requirements (pipe sizes, limits, and workmanship)
5.1 Copper pipe material and minimum wall thickness (R32/R410A)
- Use seamless phosphor deoxidised copper.
- Do not reuse existing piping (risk of contamination and incompatibility).
| Outside diameter | Nominal size | Minimum thickness (annealed copper) |
|---|
| 6.35 mm | 1/4" | 0.80 mm |
| 9.52 mm | 3/8" | 0.80 mm |
| 12.70 mm | 1/2" | 0.80 mm |
| 15.88 mm | 5/8" | 1.00 mm |
| 19.05 mm | 3/4" | 1.20 mm |
5.2 Line sizes (by outdoor model group)
- AOTH24KBTA:
- 09 / 12: Liquid 6.35 mm (1/4") / Gas 9.52 mm (3/8")
- 18 / 24: Liquid 6.35 mm (1/4") / Gas 12.70 mm (1/2")
- AOTH30/36/45/54KBTA: Liquid 9.52 mm (3/8") / Gas 15.88 mm (5/8")
- AOTH45/54/60KCTA + AOTH60KBTA + AOTH60KRTA: Liquid 9.52 mm (3/8") / Gas 15.88 mm (5/8")
5.3 Allowable piping length / height difference (use outdoor model limits)
| Outdoor model group | Max piping length (L) | Max height difference (H) (Indoor ↔ Outdoor) |
|---|
| AOTH09/12 (within AOTH24KBTA manual group) | 20 m | 15 m |
| AOTH18 (within AOTH24KBTA manual group) | 30 m | 20 m |
| AOTH24KBTA | 30 m | 25 m |
| AOTH30 / AOTH36KBTA | 50 m (single type) | Refer to outdoor installation table (single type) |
| AOTH45 / AOTH54KBTA | 50 m (single type) | Refer to outdoor installation table (single type) |
| AOTH60KBTA / AOTH60KRTA | 50 m (single type) | Refer to outdoor installation table (single type) |
| AOTH45 / AOTH54 / AOTH60KCTA | 75 m (single type) | Refer to outdoor installation table (single type) |
- Always insulate both liquid and gas lines. Increase insulation thickness in high humidity environments.
- Protect piping ends from moisture and dust (pinch and/or tape ends during storage and installation).
6) Electrical requirements (outdoor supply + indoor interconnect)
6.1 AOTH24KBTA group (09 / 12 / 18 / 24)
- Supply: 1Φ 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz, operating range 198–264 V
- Power supply cable (selected sample):
- 09 / 12 / 18: 1.5 mm², Type 60245 IEC57, 2-wire + Earth
- 24: 2.5 mm², Type 60245 IEC57, 2-wire + Earth
- Breaker / ELCB (selected sample):
- 09: 10 A, ELCB 30 mA
- 12 / 18: 16 A, ELCB 30 mA
- 24: 20 A, ELCB 30 mA
- Demand control signal transmission cable (if utilised): 0.5–1.5 (per AS/NZS 5000.2), double insulated, max length 30 m
6.2 AOTH30/36/45/54KBTA group
- Supply: 1Φ 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz, operating range 198–264 V
- Power supply cable (selected sample): Min. 4 mm², Type 60245 IEC66, 2 cable + Earth
- Breaker / ELCB (selected sample):
- 30 / 36: 25 A, ELCB 30 mA
- 45 / 54: 32 A, ELCB 30 mA
- Power supply impedance requirement: 0.419 Ω and below
6.3 AOTH45/54/60KCTA + AOTH60KBTA + AOTH60KRTA group
- Voltage rating:
- 1Φ 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz (operating range 198–264 V)
- 3Φ 380–415 V ~ 50 Hz (operating range 342–457 V)
- Power supply cable (selected sample):
- Single phase: Min. 4 mm², Type 60245 IEC66, 2 cable + Earth
- Three phase: Min. 2.5 mm², Type 60245 IEC57, 4 cable + Earth
- Breaker / ELCB (selected sample):
- 45 / 54 / 60 (Single): 32 A, ELCB 30 mA
- 60 (Three): 16 A, ELCB 30 mA
- Power supply impedance requirement: 0.428 Ω and below
6.4 Indoor ↔ Outdoor connection cable
- Outdoor manuals specify: Refer to the indoor unit installation manual for the connection cable specifications.
- Good practice requirements:
- Limit voltage drop to < 2%; increase conductor size where necessary.
- Maintain segregation from refrigerant pipework, sharp edges, and high temperature surfaces.
7) Outdoor unit installation (AOTH)
- Install on a base that can withstand unit weight and vibration; use anchor bolts and suitable anti-vibration control.
- Maintain required service clearances per the outdoor installation diagrams.
- Do not install where combustible gas may accumulate, or in corrosive environments.
8) Indoor unit installation (ARTH ducted)
- Confirm the installation environment meets R32 minimum room area / ventilation requirements where applicable.
- Support the indoor unit with suitable structure, vibration isolation, and service access.
- Insulate all condensate piping and confirm fall to drain, with trap/venting as required by local practice.
9) Pressure test, evacuation, commissioning
9.1 Flare work – tightening torques (R32/R410A)
| Pipe size | Outside diameter | Flare nut tightening torque |
|---|
| 1/4" | 6.35 mm | 16–18 N·m |
| 3/8" | 9.52 mm | 32–42 N·m |
| 1/2" | 12.70 mm | 49–61 N·m |
| 5/8" | 15.88 mm | 63–75 N·m |
| 3/4" | 19.05 mm | 90–110 N·m |
9.2 Nitrogen pressure test
- With service valves closed, pressurise with nitrogen to 4.15 MPa.
- Check all flare joints and brazed points; rectify leakage and repeat test as required.
9.3 Vacuum evacuation
- Evacuate to -0.1 MPa (-76 cmHg) and run vacuum pump for at least 15 minutes (increase time for long pipe runs).
- After evacuation, open service valves and refit caps to specified torques.
9.4 Service valve / port cap torques
| Cap / Port | Applicable sizes | Tightening torque |
|---|
| Blank cap | 1/4", 3/8" | 20–25 N·m |
| Blank cap | 1/2" | 28–32 N·m |
| Blank cap | 5/8" | 30–35 N·m |
| Blank cap | 3/4" | 35–40 N·m |
| Charging port cap | R32/R410A | 12.5–16 N·m |
10) Refrigerant charge: base charge + additional charge calculations
- Always record refrigerant charge on the outdoor unit label:
- Factory charge (refer to rating label)
- Additional charge (calculated below)
- Total charge (Factory + Additional)
10.1 AOTH24KBTA group (09 / 12 / 18 / 24)
- Factory charge covers:
- 09 / 12: 15 m
- 18 / 24: 20 m
- Additional charge rate guideline: 20 g/m beyond pre-charge length (up to maximum allowable length).
| Model | 15 m | 20 m | 25 m | 30 m | Rate |
|---|
| 09 / 12 | None | +100 g | — | — | 20 g/m |
| 18 / 24 | None | None | +100 g | +200 g | 20 g/m |
Maximum total charge (AOTH24KBTA group)
- 09 / 12: 950 g (850 g + 100 g)
- 18: 1220 g (1020 g + 200 g)
- 24: 1450 g (1250 g + 200 g)
10.2 AOTH30/36/45/54KBTA group
- Pre-charge length: 30 m
- Additional charge rate: 40 g/m beyond 30 m
| Pipe size | ~30 m | 40 m | 50 m | Rate |
|---|
| Liquid 9.52 (3/8") / Gas 15.88 (5/8") | None | +400 g | +800 g | 40 g/m |
Maximum total charge (AOTH30/36/45/54KBTA group)
- 30 / 36: 2700 g (1900 g + 800 g)
- 45 / 54: 3500 g (2700 g + 800 g)
10.3 AOTH45/54/60KCTA + AOTH60KBTA + AOTH60KRTA group
- Pre-charge length: 30 m
- Additional charge rate: 40 g/m beyond 30 m
Model: AOTH60KBTA / AOTH60KRTA
| Pipe size | ~30 m | 40 m | 50 m | Rate |
|---|
| Liquid 9.52 (3/8") / Gas 15.88 (5/8") | None | +400 g | +800 g | 40 g/m |
Model: AOTH45KCTA / AOTH54KCTA / AOTH60KCTA
| Pipe size | ~30 m | 40 m | 50 m | 60 m | 70 m | 75 m | Rate |
|---|
| Liquid 9.52 (3/8") / Gas 15.88 (5/8") | None | +400 g | +800 g | +1200 g | +1600 g | +1800 g | 40 g/m |
Maximum total charge (AOTH45/54/60KCTA + AOTH60KBTA/KRTA group)
- 60KBTA / 60KRTA: 4200 g (with piping length 50 m)
- 45KCTA: 5200 g (with piping length 75 m)
- 54KCTA / 60KCTA: 5600 g (with piping length 75 m)
11) Indoor function settings (ARTH) incl. static pressure
- Function settings are applied via the controller function setting workflow (see Section 12).
- After completing function settings, power-cycle the system in line with safe isolation practices.
11.1 Function details (common)
| Function number | Setting value | Description |
|---|
| 11 (Filter sign) | 00 / 01 / 02 / 03 | - 00: Standard (400 hours)
- 01: Long interval (1000 hours)
- 02: Short interval (200 hours)
- 03: No indication
|
| 30 (Room temperature control – indoor sensor) | 00 / 01 | 00: Indoor unit sensor (default) / 01: Remote controller sensor |
| 31 (Room temperature control – sensor selection) | 00 / 01 / 02 | 00: Both / 01: Indoor only / 02: Remote only |
| 35 (Room temperature control – wired remote sensor selection) | 00 / 01 | 00: Both / 01: Wired remote only |
| 36 (Room temperature control – wired remote sensor correction) | 00 / 01 | 00: Off / 01: On |
| 40 (Auto restart) | 00 / 01 | 00: Enable (default) / 01: Disable |
| 42 (Cool air prevention) | 00 / 01 / 02 | 00: Super low / 01: Standard / 02: Off |
| 43 (Heater output) | 00 / 01 | 00: Disable / 01: Enable |
| 46 (External input control) | 00 / 01 | 00: Operation/Stop / 01: Forced stop |
| 48 (Dewing control) | 00 / 01 | 00: Standard / 01: High |
| 49 (Fan control) | 00 / 01 | 00: Fan and compressor / 01: Fan only |
| 60 (External output) | 00 / 01 / 02 | 00: Operation status / 01: Error status / 02: Fan operation status |
11.2 Static pressure setting (Function 26)
ARTH24/30/36KHTA (range: 60–210 Pa)
| Function 26 setting value | External static pressure |
|---|
| 01 | 60 Pa |
| 02 | 70 Pa |
| 03 | 80 Pa |
| 04 | 90 Pa |
| 05 | 100 Pa |
| 06 | 110 Pa |
| 07 | 120 Pa |
| 08 | 130 Pa |
| 09 | 140 Pa |
| 10 | 150 Pa |
| 11 | 160 Pa |
| 12 | 170 Pa |
| 13 | 180 Pa |
| 14 | 190 Pa |
| 15 | 200 Pa |
| 16 | 210 Pa |
ARTH45/54/60KHTA (range: 60–260 Pa)
| Function 26 setting value | External static pressure |
|---|
| 01 | 60 Pa |
| 02 | 70 Pa |
| 03 | 80 Pa |
| 04 | 90 Pa |
| 05 | 100 Pa |
| 06 | 110 Pa |
| 07 | 120 Pa |
| 08 | 130 Pa |
| 09 | 140 Pa |
| 10 | 150 Pa |
| 11 | 160 Pa |
| 12 | 170 Pa |
| 13 | 180 Pa |
| 14 | 190 Pa |
| 15 | 200 Pa |
| 16 | 210 Pa |
| 17 | 220 Pa |
| 18 | 230 Pa |
| 19 | 240 Pa |
| 20 | 250 Pa |
| 21 | 260 Pa |
12) Wired controller (UTY-RNRT) function setting workflow
- Confirm wiring and covers are complete before entering function setting mode.
- Enter function setting mode on the wired controller:
- Press and hold FAN and TEMP (▲) simultaneously, then press RESET.
- Change function number using TEMP (▲/▼).
- Change setting value using FAN.
- Confirm using MODE, then apply using START/STOP.
- To cancel or exit: press RESET.
13) Outdoor function settings (AOTH): Low Noise + Peak Cut
- Outdoor models provide on-board function settings for capacity limitation (Peak Cut) and noise reduction (Low Noise).
- Use these settings to align operation with site constraints (e.g., supply limitation, acoustic restrictions) while understanding that performance will be reduced.
13.1 Peak Cut mode – level indication (L4/L5/L6)
Peak Cut level is indicated by the lamp pattern (L4/L5/L6):
| Peak Cut level | Target limit | L4 | L5 | L6 |
|---|
| Level 1 | 0% | OFF | OFF | OFF |
| Level 2 | 15% | ON | OFF | OFF |
| Level 3 | 30% | OFF | ON | OFF |
| Level 4 | 45% | ON | ON | OFF |
| Level 5 | 60% | OFF | OFF | ON |
| Level 6 | 75% | ON | OFF | ON |
| Level 7 | 90% | OFF | ON | ON |
| Level 8 | 100% | ON | ON | ON |
14) Test run and handover
- Confirm correct supply voltage, wiring polarity/terminal numbering, earth continuity, and covers fitted.
- Confirm no refrigerant leaks, normal condensate drainage, and no abnormal noise/vibration.
- Complete operational verification in cooling and heating (where applicable), including controller functionality.
- Provide end-user guidance on operation, maintenance access, and filter cleaning interval.
15) Pump down (forced cooling operation)
- Use pump down for relocation/disposal refrigerant recovery in accordance with local regulations and manufacturer procedure.
- General sequence:
- Start forced cooling / service operation.
- Close the liquid (2-way) valve fully.
- After a short run period, close the gas (3-way) valve, then stop operation.
- Do not proceed if refrigerant has been depleted due to damaged piping; confirm leak-free condition first.
16) Error codes (Indoor / Outdoor / Controller)
16.1 Indoor/Outdoor system error codes (displayed via controller / service diagnostics)
- Use the indoor unit diagnostic workflow and error display reference for ARTH systems.
- Where outdoor models support LED-based error check (Section 16.2), use that method when no controller display is available.
16.2 Outdoor unit (AOTH) – error check table (LED based)
- Outdoor models include an LED-based error check capability. Enter error display mode per outdoor service procedure, then interpret the lamp pattern.
- Record the lamp pattern as observed (L1–L6) before isolating power for troubleshooting.
16.3 Wired controller (UTY-RNRT) – controller-specific indications
- UTY-RNRT supports function setting mode for indoor function configuration (Section 12) and will display system error conditions provided by the connected indoor/outdoor system.
- If the controller indicates a communication/configuration fault condition, verify controller wiring, polarity/terminal numbering, and address/configuration settings.
Operational governance: This article is intended to consolidate installation-critical parameters (electrical, refrigerant charging, commissioning, function settings). Always execute works in accordance with applicable standards, local regulations, and site risk controls.