2 .3 .4 Containment of refrigerant circuits
All refrigerant circuits fear contamination from dust and
moisture. If such pollutants introduced into refrigeration
circuit, they can contribute to degrade the reliability of
the heat pump
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It’s necessary to ensure correct containment
connections and refrigerant circuits (hydraulic
unit, outdoor unit).
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In case of subsequent failure and expertise, the
finding of the presence of moisture or foreign
objects into the compressor oil would lead to
systematic exclusion of warranty .
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Check upon receipt that the fittings and the refrigeration
circuit caps mounted on hydraulic unit and outdoor unit
are properly seated and locked (impossible to loosen
bare hands). If this’s not the case, tighten them using
an against wrench.
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Check also that the refrigerant connections are
sealed (plastic caps or tubes crushed at the ends
and soldered). If the caps must be removed during
installation (tubes cut by example), put back them as
soon as possible.
2 .4 Positioning
The choice of the position is particularly important
as having to move it later is a delicate operation that
requires a qualified person.
Choose the position of the outdoor unit and the hydraulic
module after discussion with the client.
Respect the max. and min. distances between the
Hydraulic module and the outdoor unit (
), the performances and life of the system depend
on this.
2 .5 Installation the outdoor unit
2 .5 .1 Installation precautions
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The outdoor unit must only be installed
outdoors. If a shelter is requried, it must have
large openings on all 4 sides and respect the
installation clearances (
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• Prefer a sunny position sheltered from strong and
cold dominant winds (mistral, tramontane, etc...).
• the appliance must be fully accessible for the
installation and later maintenance work (
• Ensure that the connections can be made easily with
the hydraulic module
• The outdoor unit can be exposed to the weather,
however avoid installing it in places where it will
become dirty or have excessive water dripping onto it
(under a leaky drainpipe for example).
• When operating water may escape from the outdoor
unit. Do not install the appliance on a terrace,
prefer a drained spot (bed of gravel or sand).
If the installation is in an area where the temperature
can be lower than 0°C for a long period, check that the
presence of ice does not present any danger. It is also
possible to connect a drain pipe to the outdoor unit
• No obstacles must block the air circulation through the
evaporator and from the fan.
• Keep the outdoor unit away from sources of heat or
inflammable products.
• Ensure that the appliance does not disturb neighbours
or users (sound levels, draughts caused, low
temperature of the air blown out with the risk of freezing
plants in its path).
• The surface on which the outdoor unit is fitted must:
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be permeable (earth, gravel bed...),
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be easily capable of supporting its weight,
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allow solid attachment,
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not transmit any vibrations to the home (anti-vibration
pins are available among the accessories).
• The wall bracket can not be used in conditions likely to
transmit vibrations, ground position is preferred.
Installation and operating manual
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