Installation - Sinclair SCV-50EA Service Manual

13. Installation

a) Installation of general information
General warning
1. These units have been designed to chilled and hot water and must be used in applications compatible with
their performance characteristics; these appliances are designed for residential or similar applications.
2. Incorrect installation, regulation and maintenance or improper use absolves the manufacturer from all
liability, whether contractual or otherwise, for damage to people, animals or things. Only those
applications specifically indicated in this list are permitted.
3. Read this manual carefully. All work must be carried out by qualified personnel in conformity with
legislation in force in the country concerned.
4. The guarantee is invalidated if the above instructions are not respected and if the unit is started up for the
first time without the presence of personnel authorized by the Company (where specified in the supply
contract) who should draw up a" start-up" report.
5. The documentation supplied with the unit must be consigned to the owner who should keep it carefully for
future consultation in the event of maintenance or service.
6. All repair or maintenance work must be carried out by the Company's Technical Service or qualified
personnel following the instructions in this manual. The air-conditioner must under no circumstances be
modified or tampered with as this may create situations of risk. Failure to observe this condition absolves
the manufacturer of all liability for resulting damage.
Fundamental safety rules
When operating equipment involving the use of electricity and water, a number of fundamental safety rules
must be observed, namely:
Prohibition
1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
2. Do not touch the unit with bare feet or with wet or damp parts of the body.
3. Do not carry out cleaning operations without first disconnecting the system from the electricity supply.
4. Do not modify safety or regulation devices without authorization and instructions from the manufacturer.
5. Do not pull, detach or twist the electrical cables coming from the unit, even when disconnected from the
mains electricity supply.
6. Do not open doors or panels providing access to the internal parts of the unit without first ensuring that the
mains switch is in the off position.
7. Do not introduce pointed objects through the air intake and outlet grills.
8. Do not dispose of, abandon or leave within reach of children packaging materials (cardboard, staples,
plastic bags, etc.) as they may represent a hazard.
Important
1. The chiller appliances are supplied without the main switch. The power supply to the unit must be
disconnected using a suitable main switch that must be supplied and installed by the installer.
2. Respect safety distances between the unit and other equipment or structures. Guarantee adequate space
for access to the unit for maintenance and/or service operations.
Power supply: the cross section of the electrical cables must be adequate for the power of the unit and the
power supply voltage must correspond with the value indicated on the respective units. All units must be
earthed in conformity with legislation in force in the country concerned.
3. Hydraulic connections should be carried out as indicated in the instructions to guarantee correct operation
of the unit. Empty the water circuit or add glycol if the unit is not used during the winter.
Handle the unit with the utmost care to avoid damage.
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