GB
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This appliance
contains refrigerant
gas R290
Please carefully read the
instructions provided in
this manual before using
the air conditioning unit
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS (for using R290/R32 refrigerant only)
• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
• The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating ignition sources (for example: open flames,
an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater).
• Do not pierce or burn.
• Be aware that the refrigerants may not contain an odour.
• Appliance should be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area larger than 4 m2.
• Compliance with national gas regulations shall be observed.
• Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction.
The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage from occurring.
• A warning that the appliance shall be stored in a well-ventilated area where the room size corresponds to the room
area as specified for operation.
• Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a current valid certificate
from an industry-accredited assessment authority, which authorises their competence to handle refrigerants safely
in accordance with an industry recognised assessment specification.
• Servicing shall only be performed as recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Maintenance and repair
requiring the assistance of other skilled personnel shall be carried out under the supervision of the person competent
in the use of flammable refrigerants.
1. Transport of equipment containing flammable refrigerants
See transport regulations
2. Marking of equipment using signs
See local regulations
3. Disposal of equipment using flammable refrigerants
See national regulations.
4. Storage of equipment/appliances
The storage of equipment should be in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5.Storage of packed (unsold) equipment
Storage package protection should be constructed such that mechanical damage to the equipment inside the package
will not cause a leak of the refrigerant charge.
The maximum number of pieces of equipment permitted to be stored together will be determined by local regulations.
6. Information on servicing
1) Checks to the area
Prior to beginning work on systems containing flammable refrigerants, safety checks are necessary to ensure that the
risk of ignition is minimised. For repair to the refrigerating system, the following precautions shall be complied with
prior to conducting work on the system.
2) Work procedure
Work shall be undertaken under a controlled procedure so as to minimise the risk of a flammable gas or vapour being
present while the work is being performed.
3) General work area
All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of work being carried out.
Work in confined spaces shall be avoided. The area around the workspace shall be sectioned off. Ensure that the
conditions within the area have been made safe by control of flammable material.
