GE MGI09CAB3 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado página 99

Refer to the following diagram to ensure proper distance from walls and ceiling:
Step 2: Attach mounting plate to wall. The
mounting plate is the device on which you
will mount the indoor unit.
1. Remove the screw that attaches the
mounting plate to the back of the indoor
unit.
2. Place the mounting plate against the wall
in a location that meets the conditions de-
scribed in the Select Installation Location
section. See the mounting plate dimen-
sions for detailed information on mounting
plate sizes.
3. Drill holes for mounting screws in a place
that:
• Have studs and can support the weight
of the unit.
• Correspond to screw holes in the mount-
ing plate.
4. Secure the mounting plate to the wall us-
ing the screws provided.
5. Make sure that mounting plate is flat
against the wall.
NOTE FOR CONCRETE OR BRICK WALLS:
If the wall is made of brick, concrete, or simi-
lar material, drill 5 mm-diameter (0.2 in di-
ameter) holes in the wall and insert the
sleeve anchors provided. Then secure the
mounting plate to the wall by tightening the
screws directly into the clip anchors.
Step 3: Drill wall hole for connective piping.
You must drill a hole in the wall for refriger-
ant piping, the drainage pipe, and the signal
cable that will connect the indoor and out-
door units.
1. Determine the location of the wall hole
based on the position of the mounting
plate. Refer to the Mounting Plate Dimen-
sions section on the next page to help you
determine the optimal position. The wall
hole should have a diameter of 65 mm (2.5
in) at least, and at a slightly lower angle to
facilitate drainage.
2. Using a 65 mm (2.5 in) core drill, drill a hole
in the wall. Make sure that the hole is
drilled at a slight downward angle, so that
the outdoor end of the hole is lower than
the indoor end by about 5 mm to 7 mm
(0.2 - 0.275 in). This will ensure proper wa-
ter drainage. (See Fig. 3.2).
3. Place the protective wall cuff in the hole.
This protects the edges of the hole and will
help seal it when you finish the installation
process.
CAUTION:
When drilling the wall hole, make sure to
avoid wires, plumbing, and other sensitive
components.
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