Transport and positioning
Installation, use and maintenance manual – K18 Simplygas
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Weight
The lifting equipment must be suitable for the load.
Do not stand under suspended loads.
2.2
HANDLING
2.2.1
Handling and lifting
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Always handle the appliance in its packing, as delivered by
the factory.
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Use slings to lift the appliance.
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Use to lifting beams to avoid damaging the outer pan-
els, finned coil and defrosting water discharge (Figure
p. 19).
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It is possible remove defrosting water and flue gas conden-
sate discharge conveyor during handling to avoid damages
(reference F Figure 1.3
p. 10) using screws; reassemble the
discahrge conveyor when handling is ended.
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Comply with safety regulations at the installation site.
Figure 2.1
Instruction for lifting
In the event of handling with forklift or pallet truck,
comply with the handling instructions shown on the
packing.
Pay attention to the centre of gravity of the unit which is
off its centre (Figure 2.2
Figure 2.2
Unit centre of gravity position
420
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2.3
APPLIANCE POSITIONING
Do not install inside a room
The appliance is type-approved for external installation.
Do not install inside a room, not even if it has openings.
In no event start the appliance inside a room.
K18 Simplygas unit ventilation
The aerothermal appliance requires a large space, venti-
lated and free from obstacles, to enable smooth flow of
air to the finned coil and free air extraction from the fan
outlet, with no air recirculation.
Incorrect ventilation may affect efficiency and cause
damage to the appliance.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any incorrect
choices of the place and setting of installation.
Limiting heat loss
It is advisable to place the unit near the inlet of the water
pipes in the building, minimising the external sections
(adequately insulated), in order to avoid unnecessary
heat loss.
2.3.1
Where to install the appliance
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The appliance may be installed at ground level, on a terrace
or on a roof, compatibly with its dimensions and weight.
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It must be installed outside buildings, in an area of natural air
circulation, outside the dripping path of drainpipes or simi-
lar. It does not require protection from weathering.
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No obstruction or overhanging structure (e.g. protruding
roofs, canopies, balconies, ledges, trees, etc.) must interfere
either with the air flow reaching the finned coil and leaving
the front part of the appliance or with the fumes exhaust.
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The appliance's flue gas exhaust must not be immediately
close to openings or air intakes of buildings, and must com-
ply with safety and environmental regulations.
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Do not install near the exhaust of flues, chimneys or hot
polluted air. In order to work correctly, the appliance needs
clean air.
