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3 Climate control
3.1 Air Conditioning Control
The air conditioning can be turned on only when the electric drive is activated.
With the electric drive turned off, only ventilation is available.
To turn on / off the air conditioning, press A/C button on the climate controller
and set the power manually using the Novus instrument display (
see
section 5.2, Climate
).
Temperature and fan speed are controlled by the climate controller
.
The passenger compartment
’s A/C system controller is shown below:
The fan speed is adjusted by turning the control knob
.
NOTE
The air conditioner needs to be turned on for a few minutes in
wintertime (at least once a week). This will ensure the proper operation of the
air conditioning system.
It is recommended to check the air conditioning system every year in an
authorized repair shop. Change the refrigerant at least once in two years.
Using more air conditioner
’s power will decrease the driving range.