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MagicPak units are available at a variety of distributor locations throughout the United States and Canada. You can use our locator to find a distributor near you.
Every MagicPak unit has a rating plate (sticker) on the front panel. This has the model number and serial number. In the serial number the second set of two digits is the date code. For example: 8409C12345 was produced in 2009.
Standard louver colors vary depending on the type of material you prefer.
Click here to see the standard colors for Polypropylene Louvers.
Click here to see the standard colors for Extruded Aluminum Louvers.
For seamless integration, we can also match your specific color. Call 866-282-7257 for details.
MagicPak louvers attach to the wall sleeve.
Click here to see M-Series Louvers.
Click here to see V-Series Louvers.
The M-Series MCE 3/4 ton unit is 28" W x 43.875" H x 21.5" D.
The M-Series MGE 3 ton unit is 28" W x 71.875" H x 24.25" D.
The standard rating is MERV 6, but optional MERV 8 filters are available.
You can download all available MagicPak CAD files here.
Drain pans are made of a plastic and infused with antimicrobial protection, which can greatly reduce the risk of mold and other organic growth in the base of the unit.
V‑Series equipment is designed so that condensate from the condenser section will run out of the unit at the base of the louver panel. The wall sleeve on V-Series does not act as a secondary drain pan, it does however pitch the unit forward to ensure it is sloped to the face of the building. The base pan of the chassis will catch and shed any rain water out. For the evaporator condensate, based on the IMC and section 307.2.3, it needs some type of overflow protection. There are four methods for applying overflow protection*
- Auxiliary drain pan with a separate drain line
- A separate overflow drain line connected to the primary drain pan in the equipment
- An auxiliary drain pan without a separate drain line, but with a water level detection device
- A water level detection device at the primary drain line, the overflow drain line, or in the equipment supplied drain pan
*Refer to the IMC for specific details on overflow protection and how it needs applied. The wording above is a summary of approved approaches.
M‑Series equipment condenser section condensate will drain into the primary drain at the base of the unit. If that drain fails, the water will run into the wall sleeve, which is designed to be a secondary pan as well as catch any rain water and shed it to the face of the building. The evaporator drain pan needs overflow protection and one of the four methods referenced above should be applied.
Yes, a float switch is factory installed on M-Series units only. V-Series units do not have factory installed float switches.*
*The use of parts and components that are not provided by Allied may impact the performance characteristics of the Allied system or units. Allied does not warrant and is not in any way liable for third party equipment used in conjunction with an Allied system or units. Allied recommends that you consult with a licensed HVAC contractor when purchasing and installing additional components.
MagicPak does not offer a disconnect option. Please refer to local building codes for the appropriate style and placement of a disconnect switch.*
*The use of parts and components that are not provided by Allied may impact the performance characteristics of the Allied system or units. Allied does not warrant and is not in any way liable for third party equipment used in conjunction with an Allied system or units. Allied recommends that you consult with a licensed HVAC contractor when purchasing and installing additional components.