SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
CODE PRODUIT : 320B21
INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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5. BEFORE FITTING THE SKIMO A/C UNIT
Prior to fitting and using the Skimo A/C unit, check the following points:
Cabin volume: Ideally the volume of the cabin is approximately 2m
3
but if it is over 3m
3
the performances of the Skimo
A/C unit will decrease.
Cabin insulation: The cabin walls must be properly insulated, especially from important heat sources (engine, exhaust
pipe, hydraulic system …). SNDC SAS cannot be held responsible in the case of poor performances of the Skimo A/C unit
caused by poor cabin insulation.
Ceiling thickness: The ceiling thickness must be between 3mm and 60mm. If it is over 60mm, an additional plate can be
fitted to fasten the cabin panel. In this case, the four M8 screws used to fasten the Skimo A/C unit on the roof must be
replaced by M8 screws adapted regarding their length and mechanical characteristics.
Electrical power:
The machine or vehicle engine must be equipped with an alternator able to supply the electrical power
required from the vehicle or machine AND from the Skimo A/C unit. The Skimo A/C unit maximal
consumption is 960W (80 Amps to 90 Amps for a 24V unit). If the vehicle or the machine is equipped with
an alternator that is not powerful enough, it must be replaced by a suitable alternator.
Roof and ceiling:
Do not alter or make a hole in the cabin of vehicles that are certified « FOPS-ROPS »
The roof must be stiff and strong enough for the Skimo A/C unit to be installed on. If it is not the case, the
roof must be reinforced.
The Skimo A/C unit must not be installed if it would affect the stability of the vehicle or machine it is
installed on, or if it would create excessive strains on its structure.
Make sure using the drawing showing the dimensions of the unit and the cut-out area that there is enough
space to fit the unit on the roof and the cabin panel inside the cabin.
The surface on which the Skimo A/C unit is installed must be flat and horizontal (+/- 5°).
The cabin panel must be installed inside the cabin, and the user must be able to access the controls from
his driving position while using the vehicle or machine.
Cantilevered installation:
The Skimo A/C unit can be mounted in a cantilevered position. In this case, the maximum cantilever
distance is 25cm (See pictures below).
Max 25cm
Max 25cm
