Installer reference guide
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08 + ERLQ004~008
Daikin Altherma - Low Temperature Split
4P313774-1 – 2012.05
2 General safety precautions
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General safety precautions
2.1
About the documentation
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The original documentation is written in English. All other
languages are translations.
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The precautions described in this document cover very
important topics, follow them carefully.
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All activities described in the installation manual must be
performed by an authorized installer.
2.1.1 Meaning of warnings and symbols
2.2
For the installer
2.2.1 General
If you are not sure how to install or operate the unit, contact your
dealer.
In accordance with the applicable legislation, it might be necessary to
provide a logbook with the product containing at least: information on
maintenance, repair work, results of tests, stand-by periods,…
Also, at least, following information must be provided at an
accessible place at the product:
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Instructions for shutting down the system in case of an
emergency
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Name and address of fire department, police and hospital
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Name, address and day and night telephone numbers for
obtaining service
In Europe, EN378 provides the necessary guidance for this logbook.
2.2.2 Installation site
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Provide sufficient space around the unit for servicing and air
circulation.
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Make sure the installation site withstands the unit’s weight and
vibration.
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Make sure the area is well ventilated.
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Make sure the unit is level.
Do NOT install the unit in the following places:
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In potentially explosive atmospheres.
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In places where there is machinery that emits electromagnetic
waves. Electromagnetic waves may disturb the control system,
and cause malfunction of the equipment.
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In places where there is a risk of fire due to the leakage of
flammable gases (example: thinner or gasoline), carbon fibre,
ignitable dust.
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In places where corrosive gas (example: sulphurous acid gas) is
produced. Corrosion of copper pipes or soldered parts may
cause the refrigerant to leak.
DANGER
Indicates a situation that results in death or serious injury.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
Indicates a situation that could result in electrocution.
DANGER: RISK OF BURNING
Indicates a situation that could result in burning because of
extreme hot or cold temperatures.
WARNING
Indicates a situation that could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a situation that could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a situation that could result in equipment or
property damage.
INFORMATION
Indicates useful tips or additional information.
NOTICE
Improper installation or attachment of equipment or
accessories could result in electric shock, short-circuit,
leaks, fire or other damage to the equipment. Only use
accessories, optional equipment and spare parts made or
approved by Daikin.
WARNING
Make sure installation, testing and applied materials
comply with applicable legislation (on top of the instructions
described in the Daikin documentation).
CAUTION
Wear adequate personal protective equipment (protective
gloves, safety glasses,…) when installing, maintaining or
servicing the system.
WARNING
Tear apart and throw away plastic packaging bags so that
nobody, especially children, can play with them. Possible
risk: suffocation.
DANGER: RISK OF BURNING
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Do NOT touch the refrigerant piping, water piping or
internal parts during and immediately after operation. It
could be too hot or too cold. Give it time to return to
normal temperature. If you must touch it, wear
protective gloves.
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Do NOT touch any accidental leaking refrigerant.
NOTICE
Provide adequate measures to prevent that the unit can be
used as a shelter by small animals. Small animals that
make contact with electrical parts can cause malfunctions,
smoke or fire.
CAUTION
Do NOT touch the air inlet or aluminum fins of the unit.
NOTICE
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Do NOT place any objects or equipment on top of the
unit.
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Do NOT sit, climb or stand on the unit.
