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Tél. : 05 34 480 480 - Fax : 05 34 480 481 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Product code : 320B21 – SKIMO B PLUS 1KW AIR CONDITIONING 24 VOLTS Read this manual carefully until you understand it before unpacking, installing or using the Skimo unit.
EXPLODED VIEWS AND SPARE PARTS LIST APPENDIX: REVISIONS CE CONFORMITY STATMENT CUT-OUT TEMPLATE If you have any question regarding the installation and use of the Skimo A/C unit, please contact our quality service : +33 (0)5 34 480 480 Page 2/21...
Any repair or maintenance operation that is not done properly can create risks of danger. Do not try to repair the Skimo unit by your own means if you are not qualified. For the charge or maintenance of the A/C refrigerant circuit, use a qualified company that is equipped with appropriate tools and security equipment and that uses original spare parts.
The Skimo A/C unit can be mounted on ant vibration studs. In this case, there must be a sufficient number ant vibration studs, they must be distributed evenly to offer proper and even support to the unit. All the instructions contained in this manual must be followed, including the instructions about cantilevered positioning.
SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CODE PRODUIT : 320B21 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 4. SKIMO A/C UNIT DESCRIPTION N° ESCRIPTION 1. Condenser ventilator 2. Skimo unit cover 3. Outside air intake grids 4. Unit cover fastening screws 5.
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.
(12V) or 10mm² (24V) diameter cables to connect SKIMO to the vehicle’s battery : a black one for the ground and a red one for the positive, fitted with M6 crimp terminals on the SKIMO’s end and crimp terminals on the battery’s end (according to the battery’s connection type, generally M10) Caution: Maximum cable length: 5 m •...
-The required foot-print inside the cabin to install the cabin panel is represented by the dimensions 293 x 387 mm. 9. FITTING THE SKIMO A/C UNIT ON THE ROOF The Skimo A/C unit is heavy (approximately 35 kg). Take necessary precautions to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the unit. Never install the Skimo A/C unit on your own.
10.b Case of the cables being laid out outside the cabin: Make a hole on the white outer Skimo casing (the lower part), lay the cable out through this hole with a grommet. Do not lay the cables out near the motor and compressor belt located at the back of the unit.
5. Connect the 1-way FASTON located inside the cabin to the D+ signal from the alternator (signal indicating that the engine is running) with a 1mm² section cable. 6. Plug the ventilator connector back and fasten the Skimo A/C unit cover back on with its 6 screws and plastic washers. 11. FITTING THE CABIN PANEL 1.
(for over 15 minutes). If not, there is a potential risk of battery discharge due to the fact that the alternator might not supply enough power when the engine runs at low speed. The Skimo A/C unit would turn to security mode. If that happens, refer to section 14.
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Compressor security: The compressor is equipped with a security pressure valve to protect the system in case of a pressure switch failure. Machine security: The Skimo A/C unit is equipped with a sensor that disables the Skimo A/C unit if the cover is opened. Use only original spare parts.
Check the condenser, the ventilator, the main casing. Clean if necessary In winter: Turn the Skimo A/C unit on once a week even for a short time (1 minute) to guarantee the lubrication of the seals inside the A/C circuit.
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SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CODE PRODUIT : 320B21 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 15.a To plug the service centre hoses (to check pressures, recover the gas, charge the A/C system…): 1. Remove the 6 fastening screws of 2.
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SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CODE PRODUIT : 320B21 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 15.c To replace the receiver dryer and the evaporator foam: 1. Remove the cover and recover the 2. Remove the 4 condenser fastening 3.
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SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CODE PRODUIT : 320B21 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Item 24 VOLTS Description 260A24 Ventilator 560C11 Unit cover 296A34 Condenser 560C15 Frame 560C10 Unit casing 267A02 Mini relay 267A06 Relay 281G31...
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SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CODE PRODUIT : 320B21 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Can be changed by the end-user Maintenance by a qualified technician Maintenance by an A/C qualified technician Replacement frequency Item 24 VOLTS...
SKIMO B PLUS 1KW 24V – AIR CONDITIONING UNIT CODE PRODUIT : 320B21 INSTALLATION, USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 17 APPENDIX Revisions: Version Date Objet 24/10/2014 Création - Conformity statment: Page 20/21...
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