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Refrigerant

General

  • Use only the refrigerant specified on the air conditioner label.

  • Do not input air or gas into the system except the specified refrigerant.

  • Do not touch the leaking refrigerant during installation or repair.

  • Be sure to check for refrigerant leaks after installing or repairing the air conditioner.

  • The installation of pipe-work shall be kept to a minimum.

  • Pipe-work shall be protected from physical damage.

  • Compliance with national gas regulations shall be observed.

  • Mechanical connections (mechanical connectors or flared joints) shall be accessible for maintenance purposes.

  • The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage from occurring.

  • For more information on installation, please refer to the installation manual provided.

  • The installation manual includes the following information.

    • The maximum refrigerant charge amount.

    • Information for handling, installation, cleaning, servicing, and disposal of refrigerant.

  • The service manual includes the following information.

    • The minimum rated airflow.

R32 Only

  • Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a current valid certificate from an industry-accredited assessment authority, which authorizes their competence to handle refrigerants safely in accordance with an industry recognized assessment specification.

  • Servicing shall only be performed as recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Maintenance and repair requiring the assistance of other skilled personnel shall be carried out under the supervision of the person competent in the use of flammable refrigerants.

  • The appliance shall be stored in a well-ventilated area where the room size corresponds to the room area as specified for operation.

  • Keep any required ventilation openings clear of obstruction.

  • The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating open flames (for example an operating gas appliance) and ignition sources (for example an operating electric heater).