Heating, Ventilation And Air-Conditioning System (Hvac) - Mahindra 2014 Scorpio S6 Owner's Manual

10 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM (HVAC)

10.1 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/de-misting 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.
Although being non-ozone depleting, the refrigerant is a greenhouse gas, hence once
allowed to escape in 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.
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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HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM (HVAC)
There are two types of HVAC systems in your vehicle depending on the variant.
• Automatic Climate Controller
• Manual Air Conditioner
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