Plum Crazy Rob
Solar Enthusiast
Good job by Gary, I mean we know SS would have asked that too. Happens to everyone, just glad 99.99999 % chance problem is solved ...
Help me Install 3 EG4 Mini Split Solar Heat Pumps
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No assumptions made at all. I don't mind having someone remind me to check the basics any time I start diagnosing problems, so I assumed you wouldn't either.
I'm glad it is fixed!
EG4_Jared
Online Support for EG4 Electronics
Glad to see that the issue was resolved!
That is a good question, since the linesets likely use aeroquip compatible sealed ends, the lines would be precharged for the system size... should be ok, if the equipment supports the line length.
HalfBaked
Ever the student
I am currently taking steps to install this 12k unit and as shown, the tubing is routed backwards from the right side and has to be bent. I am deathly afraid of effing this up.
Can anyone give me a clue about what worked for you?
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Usually, the lines attached to the blower are wrapped in a spring.
They prevent kinks.
If not, and you have to bend a lot...
Get bending springs for the size tubing.
MrM1
I'm Here, But I'm Not All There
And/Or purchase a set of Bending Mandrels
It is exceedingly difficult to get bending tools behind the unit...
HalfBaked
Ever the student
I was going to use a cheap bending tool since I can't see how to use a spring while the tubing have permanent connectors. It seems the bending tool has enough room if it's used before mounting the unit. Or am I missing something?
They thread on like a keyringI was going to use a cheap bending tool since I can't see how to use a spring while the tubing have permanent connectors. It seems the bending tool has enough room if it's used before mounting the unit. Or am I missing something?
HalfBaked
Ever the student
Ok, I did a little research on them earlier and I didn't see that. They were either slid over the pipe end or into the pipe. I'll look into that, thanks.
Of course they are much easier to put on without an end on it, but they can be threaded on and off.
Plum Crazy Rob
Solar Enthusiast
I don't know, am asking since I only needed 90 degrees (lucky) on all 3 of my instls. Is our goal primarily BENDING or ROTATE/TWIST it over. @Supervstech ??
HalfBaked
Ever the student
What do we think of this method? Start at 13:10
Yes, rotating the lines is a simple pricess.
Bending from there is where you need tools, or SKILL.
ginmtb
New Member
Okay, closing the loop on this one! Finally got a chance to flip things and we are good to go! Thanks all for your help!
Plum Crazy Rob
Solar Enthusiast
HVAC influencer installed one. Now we have to train a whole new audience how it works lol 
Plugged the forum here in comments.
Plugged the forum here in comments.
SolarScott
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So I finally got to see how my two 24K mini splits would work cooling my 40 x 60 shop with 20' ceilings. One inch of spray foam
on all walls and sliding door. I have not addressed my door sealing issue yet, but it leaves me with at least 60 square inches of openings
for air leakage. I hope to address that soon. Yesterday, with temps in the 80's, the units ran all day, no clouds, and the shop got down to 65 degrees. Needles to say, I love my mini splits......cool shop no charge for the A.C. I guess I am going to have to hook up grid A.C. and run
the A.C. limiter to keep them going when clouds pass over. Today I had some no restart issues. Thanks SS for making my life easier.
on all walls and sliding door. I have not addressed my door sealing issue yet, but it leaves me with at least 60 square inches of openings
for air leakage. I hope to address that soon. Yesterday, with temps in the 80's, the units ran all day, no clouds, and the shop got down to 65 degrees. Needles to say, I love my mini splits......cool shop no charge for the A.C. I guess I am going to have to hook up grid A.C. and run
the A.C. limiter to keep them going when clouds pass over. Today I had some no restart issues. Thanks SS for making my life easier.
Zwy
Emperor Of Solar
Where did you mount the inside unit? I've been debating high on the wall or down low for easier cleaning of the evaporator coil. 18 foot ceiling.
I'm planning on two 24K units. I'm not certain if I want dual head either. I will still have the older lower SEER rated 2 ton unit with air handler for backup or additional quick cooling if needed.
