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Air Handling Unit
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
April 2021
1.0 General
This manual is a guide for the installation, operation,
and maintenance of ClimateCraft custom air handling
units. Due to the custom nature of ClimateCraft air
handling units, it is not possible to cover every aspect
or attribute of your unit. Contact your local ClimateCraft
representative or ClimateCraft, Inc. for additional
information.
Some components of the air handling unit may be
manufactured by third-party suppliers to ClimateCraft,
Inc. Applicable maintenance instructions are provided
by the specific component manufacturer. References to
some components may not be applicable to your unit.
Attention to all warnings and caution statements is
required.
ClimateCraft’s FanMatrix™ fan array products allow for
fans to be turned off for safety, repair, and maintenance
purposes. ClimateCraft’s fan array products are not
designed to turn individual fans on and off for the
purpose of improving efficiency, and ClimateCraft does
not endorse turning individual fans on and off for the
purpose of improving fan array efficiency. Any statement
to the contrary is not supported by ClimateCraft.
Attention:
Warning, Cautions, and Notices appear at
appropriate sections throughout this literature. Read
these carefullly.
⚠
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or seriouis injury.
⚠
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injur. It
could also be used to alert against
unsafe practices
NOTICE
Indicates a situation that could result
in equipment or property-damage
only accidents.
2.0 Receiving
ClimateCraft air handling units are factory inspected
prior to shipment. Digital photos are taken of the unit
and loose parts. These photos are available for review
by calling ClimateCraft. Please verify all components
and loose parts immediately upon receipt of your
custom air handling unit. Note any damage on the Bill
of Lading immediately and in the presence of the freight
carrier’s delivering agent. Report the damage to the
freight carrier and file appropriate claim documents in
accordance with ICC regulations. It is the responsibility
of the recipient to contact ClimateCraft, Inc.
3.0 Storage
3.1 Short-Term Storage
If your ClimateCraft air handling unit will not be installed
immediately, it is important to properly store your unit to
maintain its condition and warranty coverage.
1. The air handling unit must be stored on a dry
level surface. The unit must be elevated if the
surface may become wet. Figures 3-1 and 3-2
provide guidelines for the placement of dunnage
under the air handling unit.
2. Securely close all service doors and seal all
supply and return air openings.
3. Units designed for indoor use must be stored
indoors.
4. Internal condensation should be
minimized through the use of desiccant or
dehumidification.
5. Units must be inspected weekly, internally
and externally, and damage or leaks repaired
immediately.
6. Electrical components should be protected from
the elements and condensation.
7. Fan wheels must be rotated 10-turns every
three months while the unit is stored.
3.2 Long-Term Storage
If your ClimateCraft air handling unit will be stored
6-months or longer, in addition to the tasks in Section
3.1, the following steps should be taken:
1. De-tension fan belts, if equipped.
2. Reinstall shipping bolts (FanMatrix™)
3. Coat exposed motor shafts with a rust preventer
such as Exxon Rust Ban #392 or equivalent.
4. Maintain humidity inside the unit below 60%
RH, storing the unit indoors if possible.
Figure 3-1.
