Heating, Ventilation And Air-Conditioning System; (Hvac) - Mahindra 2016 KUV100 K2 Owner's Manual

10 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING
SYSTEM (HVAC)
The climate control system enables you to set the cabin at the
desired comfortable condition by controlling airflow, air intake and
temperature control. The HVAC system also helps in defrosting and
defogging/demisting the windshield and windows.
Engine coolant is utilized to heat the cabin air. For cooling cabin air,
an air conditioning circuit based on the vapor compression
refrigeration cycle is used. The air conditioning system uses a
refrigerant along with a suitable lubricating oil. Though the
refrigerant is non-ozone depleting, the refrigerant is a greenhouse
gas. Hence we do not suggest the gas to be released directly into
the atmosphere; it adversely affects the environment by
contributing to global warming/climate change.
Multiple vents are provided for distributing the air, being force
circulated by the HVAC blower, throughout the passenger
compartment. Various ducts supply air from the HVAC unit to these
vents having adjustable louvers.
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HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM (HVAC)
Refrigerant used in the system is a hazardous liquefied gas and
is under high pressure. The refrigerant is colorless and has
ethereal or faint sweetish odor. Exposure of refrigerant to the
skin or eyes may cause irritation and frostbite. It can also cause
suffocation, dizziness and loss of concentration. When mixed
with compressed air or certain other refrigerants, it may form
a flammable mixture. Never try to service the HVAC system
yourself which would involve refrigerant handling.
To ensure sufficient air flow and hence adequate HVAC system
performance, the air flow path should be kept free of
obstructions. Keep the system's air intake, located near the
plenum appliqué, free of snow, leaves and other debris. Also
keep the area in front of the air vents free of any obstruction
inside the cabin.
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