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For safe use of the unit, we suggest:
ATTENTION
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Do not use water or steam when cleaning as the electrical components may be damaged.
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Keep condenser and evaporator clean.
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Stand-by operation in enclosed places: ensure good ventilation to the condenser.
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Check that all screws are properly fixed and suitable to the purpose.
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When making holes in the unit or in the vehicle chassis, take care not to pierce the refrigerating pipings,
the electrical wiring or any other vehicle component.
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Never close the compressor discharge valve when the unit is working.
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When working on the unit, use only flexible pipes of gauges in good conditions and avoid touching belts,
pulley or fan.
WARNING
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Cleaning and maintenance are to be carried out with the unit switched OFF.
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After a running period, condenser and H/P discharge pipes are very hot; let them cool down before
carrying out any operation.
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Handle fans, belts and pulleys carefully, with the unit OFF: prevent them from unexpected starting.
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When working near the coils (condenser and evaporator), pay attention not to cut oneself with the edges
of the fins.
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When the unit is working, avoid putting hands near fans and belts.
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Refrigerant fluid handling has to be carried out taking all necessary precautions.
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Near a heating source refrigerant fluid produces an unpleasant smelling gas, irritating for the respiratory
system.
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Never heat with fire a cooling cylinder containing refrigerant fluid.
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For any kind of manipulation on the unit, take all possible precautions
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Refrigerant in liquid state evaporates in contact with the atmosphere and freezes everything it touches.
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First aid in case of freezing:
a)
Cover the frozen part.
b)
Immediately warm the frozen part by dipping into cold water.
c)
If water is not available or impossible to use, gently wrap up the frozen part in a clean cloth.
d)
If some refrigerant fluid sprinkles on the eyes, immediately rinse with clean water; as a precaution
consult a doctor.
e)
call a doctor
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Refrigerant oil.
Synthetic types.
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
The unit starts automatically; keep away from moving components (belts, pulleys, fans).
