American Standard PLA-A30EA8 Ceiling Cassette Air Conditioner User Manual

: June 17, 2024
: American Standard

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American Standard PLA-A30EA8 Ceiling Cassette Air Conditioner
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
SPECIFICATIONS
**INDOOR UNIT ACCESSORIES
OUTDOOR UNIT ACCESSORIES
INDOOR UNIT DIMENSIONS
OUTDOOR UNIT DIMENSIONS
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American Standard PLA-A30EA8 Ceiling Cassette Air Conditioner

Product Information

Specifications

Model: PLA-A30EA8 & PUY-A30NHA7
Cooling Capacity: 30,000 BTU/H
Indoor Unit Operating Temperature Range: 72°F (22.2°C) to 95.2°F (35.1°C)
Outdoor Unit Operating Temperature Range: 61°F (16.1°C) to 95.2°F (35.1°C)
Refrigerant: R410A
Fan Motor Output Airflow Rate: 198 CFM (Cooling)
Compressor Type: Inverter-driven twin rotary
Compressor Model: SNB172FWHM1
Sound Pressure Level (Cooling): 47 dB(A)
Indoor Unit Dimensions: 37-13/32″ x 13″ (+1-3/16″) x 37-1/8″ [950 x 330 (+30) x 943] mm
Indoor Unit Weight: 151 lbs. (68 kg)

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

Choose a suitable location for the indoor unit on the ceiling, ensuring there is enough space for installation.
Install the outdoor unit in a well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and obstacles.
Connect the indoor and outdoor units using the provided piping.
Ensure proper gas pipe and liquid pipe sizes are used.
Follow the recommended maximum piping length and maximum height difference.
Securely mount the indoor unit using the provided accessories.
Connect the control interface and remote sensor to the indoor unit.

Operation

Turn on the power supply for both the indoor and outdoor units.
Use the wired remote controller to set the desired temperature and fan speed.
Ensure the air outlet guide is properly installed for optimal airflow direction.
Regularly clean and maintain the unit to ensure efficient operation.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with the product, refer to the troubleshooting section of the user manual or contact customer support for assistance.

FAQ

Q: Can I use a wireless remote controller with the indoor unit?
A: No, the PLA-A30EA8 model is only compatible with the wired remote controller PAC-SF40RM-E.

Q: What is the maximum cooling capacity of the unit?
A: The unit has a cooling capacity of 30,000 BTU/H.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the outdoor unit?
A: The outdoor unit can operate within a temperature range of 61°F (16.1°C) to 95.2°F (35.1°C).

Q: How do I clean the unit?
A: To clean the unit, turn off the power supply and use a soft cloth to wipe the exterior surfaces. For detailed cleaning instructions, refer to the user manual.

INDOOR UNIT FEATURES

Space-efficient ductless installation
Equipped with 3D i-see Sensor® for enhanced comfort and energy efficiency
Airflow settings for high and low ceiling applications
Individual vane settings for direct/indirect airflow control or variable airflow patterns
Knockouts for outside-air intake and branch-duct run
Filter indicator signal
Easy-to-clean, washable filter (optional high-efficiency filter available – requires multi-function casement)
Built-in condensate lift mechanism
Ideal for retail shops, classrooms, office spaces, conference centers, building lobbies, and more
Multiple control options available:
- kumo cloud® smart device app for remote access
- Third-party interface options
- Wired or wireless controllers

OUTDOOR UNIT FEATURES

Variable speed INVERTER-driven compressor
Pre-charged with refrigerant volume for piping length up to 70 ft
Low ambient cooling down to -40°F providing 100% capacity (with wind baffles)
24-hour continuous operation (cooling mode)
High-pressure protection
Fast restart
Superior energy and operational efficiency
Seacoast protection*
- External Outer Panel: Phosphate coating + Acrylic-Enamel coating
- Fan Motor Support: Epoxy resin coating (at edge face)
- Separator Assembly Valve Bed: Epoxy resin coating (at edge face)
- Blue Fin treatment is an anti-corrosion treatment that is applied to the Heat exchanger coil to protect it against airborne contaminants.
- Heat exchanger coil and base panel rated for 2,000 hours in accordance with ASTM B117 testing

*Seacoast protection standard from 2022 production

SPECIFICATIONS

PLA-A30EA8 & PUY-A30NHA7

Cooling at 95°F1

| Maximum Capacity| BTU/H| 30,000
---|---|---|---
Rated Capacity| BTU/H| 30,000
Minimum Capacity| BTU/H| 9,000
Maximum Power Input| W| 2,540
Rated Power Input| W| 2,540
Moisture Removal| Pints/h| 5.4
Sensible Heat Factor| 0.80
Power Factor [208V / 230V]| %| 95.2 / 95.2

Efficiency

| SEER2| —
EER21| —
HSPF2 [IV]| —

Electrical

Indoor Unit

Outdoor Unit

Refrigerant

NOTES
AHRI Rated Conditions (Rated data is determined at a fixed compressor speed) 1Cooling (Indoor // Outdoor) °F 80 DB, 67 WB // 95 DB, 75 WB *Indoor/Outdoor Unit Operating Temperature Range (Cooling Air Temp [Maximum / Minimum]):

Wind baffles required to operate below 23°F DB in cooling mode.
A cooling-only system with advanced wind baffle: -40°F – 115°F.
Refer to wind baffle documentation for further information.

**Outdoor Unit Operating Temperature Range (Cooling Thermal Lock-out / Re- start Temperatures; Heating Thermal Lock-out / Re-start Temperatures):

The system cuts out in heating mode to avoid thermistor error and automatically restarts at these temperatures.

***Blue Fin Coating Standard from 2022 production:

PU(Y/Z)-A(12/18)NKA7 – Beginning with serial number 12U*****
PU(Y/Z)-A(24/30/36/42)NKA7 – Beginning with serial number 1ZU*****

Piping

| Gas Pipe Size O.D. [Flared]| In.[mm]| 5/8 [15.88]
---|---|---|---
Liquid Pipe Size O.D. [Flared]| In.[mm]| 3/8 [9.52]
Maximum Piping Length| Ft. [m]| 225 [68]
Maximum Height Difference| Ft. [m]| 100 [30]
Maximum Number of Bends| 15

NOTES
AHRI Rated Conditions
(Rated data is determined at a fixed compressor speed) 1Cooling (Indoor // Outdoor) °F 80 DB, 67 WB // 95 DB, 75 WB
*Indoor/Outdoor Unit Operating Temperature Range (Cooling Air Temp [Maximum / Minimum]):

Wind baffles required to operate below 23°F DB in cooling mode.
Cooling-only system with advanced wind baffle: -40°F – 115°F.
Refer to wind baffle documentation for further information.

**Outdoor Unit Operating Temperature Range (Cooling Thermal Lock-out / Re- start Temperatures; Heating Thermal Lock-out / Re-start Temperatures):

System cuts out in heating mode to avoid thermistor error and automatically restarts at these temperatures.

***Blue Fin Coating Standard from 2022 production:

PU(Y/Z)-A(12/18)NKA7 – Beginning with serial number 12U*****
PU(Y/Z)-A(24/30/36/42)NKA7 – Beginning with serial number 1ZU*****

**INDOOR UNIT ACCESSORIES

**

PLA-A30EA8

Control Interface

| 3-Pin Connector| □ PAC-715AD
---|---|---
Airzone ZBS Wired Blueface Principal Controller White| □ AZZBSBLUEFACECB
Airzone ZBS Wired Blueface Principal Controller White| □ AZZBSBLUEZEROCB
Airzone ZBS Wired Lite Controller White| □ AZZBSLITECB
Airzone ZBS Wireless Lite Controller White| □ AZZBSLITERB
Airzone ZBS Wireless Think Controller White| □ AZZBSTHINKRB
CN24 Relay Kit| □ CN24RELAY-KIT-CM3
IT Extender| □ PAC-WHS01IE-E
kumo station® for kumo cloud®| □ TAC-WHS01HC-E
Procon BACnet® and Modbus® Interface| □ PAC-UKPRC001-CN-1
Remote Operation Adapter‡| □ PAC-SF40RM-E
Thermostat Interface| □ PAC-US445CN-1
USNAP Adapter| □ PAC-WHS01UP-E
Wireless Interface for kumo cloud®| □ PAC-USWHS002-WF-2

Remote Sensor

| Flush Mount Remote Temperature Sensor| □ PAC-USSEN002-FM-1
Flush Mount Temperature Sensor| □ PAC-USSEN001-FM-1
Remote Temperature Sensor| □ PAC-SE41TS-E
Wireless temperature and humidity sensor for kumo cloud®| □ PAC-USWHS003-TH-1

Wired Remote Controller

Wireless Remote Controller

Condensate

| Blue Diamond (Advanced) Mini Condensate Pump w/ Reservoir & Sensor (208/230V) [recommended]| □ X87-721
Blue Diamond (MegaBlue Advanced) Condensate Pump w/ Reservoir & Sensor| □ X87-835
Blue Diamond Sensor Extension Cable — 15 Ft.| □ C13-103
Refco Condensate Pump (100-240 VAC) up to 120,000 BTU/H| □ COMBI

Disconnect Switch

Lineset

| 10’ x 3/8” x 10’ x 5/8” Lineset (Twin-Tube Insulation)| □ MPLS385812T-10
100’ x 3/8” x 100’ x 5/8” Lineset (Twin-Tube Insulation)| □ MPLS385812T-100
15’ x 3/8” x 15’ x 5/8” Lineset (Twin-Tube Insulation)| □ MPLS385812T-15
30’ x 3/8” x 30’ x 5/8” Lineset (Twin-Tube Insulation)| □ MPLS385812T-30
50’ x 3/8” x 50’ x 5/8” Lineset (Twin-Tube Insulation)| □ MPLS385812T-50
65’ x 3/8” x 65’ x 5/8” Lineset (Twin-Tube Insulation)| □ MPLS385812T-65
Shutter Plate| Shutter Plate| □ PAC-SJ37SP-E
Space Panel| Space Panel| □ PAC-SJ38AS-E

NOTES
‡PAC-SF40RM-E (Unable to use with wireless remote controller)

OUTDOOR UNIT ACCESSORIES

PUY-A30NHA7

Air Outlet Guide	Air Outlet Guide (1 Piece)	□ PAC-SG59SG-E

Centralized Drain Pan

| Centralized Drain Pan| □ PAC-SG63DP-E
Drain Pan| □ PAC-SG64DP-E

Control/Service Tool

M-NET Converter

| M-NET Converter| □ PAC-SJ85MA-E
M-NET Converter| □ PAC-SJ95MA-E

Mini-Split Wire

| 14 Gauge, 4 wire MiniSplit Cable—250 ft. roll| □ S144-250
14 Gauge, 4 wire MiniSplit Cable—50 ft. roll| □ S144-50
16 Gauge, 4 wire MiniSplit Cable—250 ft. roll| □ S164-250
16 Gauge, 4 wire MiniSplit Cable—50 ft. roll| □ S164-50
Mounting Pad| Condensing Unit Mounting Pad: 24” x 42” x 3”| □ ULTRILITE2

Stand

Wind Baffle

| Front Wind Baffle| □ WB-PA5
Rear Wind Baffle| □ WB-RE5
Side Advanced Wind Baffle| □ WB-SD5

INDOOR UNIT DIMENSIONS

PLA-A30EA8
NOTE

CHOOSE THE GRILLE AMONG THE DEDICATED GRILLES.
REINFORCE THE SUSPENSION BOLT FOR EARTHQUAKE RESISTANCE AS NEEDED.
FOR THE SUSPENSION BOLT, USE M10 OR W3/8. (PROCURED AT THE LOCAL SITE.)
FOR DRAIN PIPE, USE VP-25(O.D. n1-1/4″( 32) PVC TUBE). DRAIN PUMP INCLUSION. RAISE IS MAX 33-7/16 (850mm) FROM THE CEILING.
ELECTRICAL BOX MAY BE REMOVED FOR THE SERVICE PURPOSE. MAKE SURE TO SLACK THE ELECTRICAL WIRE LITTLE BIT FOR CONTROL/POWER WIRES CONNECTION.
THE HEIGHT OF THE INDOOR UNIT IS ABLE TO BE ADJUSTED WITH THE GRILLE ATTACHED
REQUIRES ‘E’ OR MORE SPACE BETWEEN THE TRANSOM AND CEILING FOR THE INSTALLATION.
WHEN INSTALLING THE BRANCH DUCTS, BE SURE TO INSULATE ADEQUATELY. OTHERWISE CONDENSATION AND DRIPPING MAY OCCUR. (IT BECOMES THE CAUSE OF DROPLET OR DROPLET DRIPPING.)
AS FOR NECESSARY INSTALLATION/SERVICE SPACE, PLEASE REFER TO THE RIGHT AT FIGURE.
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE OPTIONAL HIGH-EFFICIENCY FILTER OR MULTI-FUNCTIONAL CASEMENT,REFER TO SPECIAL DRAWING.

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OUTDOOR UNIT DIMENSIONS

PUY-A30NHA7

FREE SPACE (Around the unit)
The diagram below shows a basic example. Explantion of particular details are given in the installation manuals etc.
SERVICE SPACE
Dimensions of space needed for service access are shown in the below diagram.
FOUNDATION BOLTS
Please secure the unit firmly with 4 foundation (M10<W3/8>) bolts. (Bolts and washers must be purchased locally.)
PIPING-WIRING DIRECTIONS
Piping and wiring connections can be made from 4 directions: FRONT, Right, Rear and Below.