General Guidelines; 1�1 Unpacking The Cooler - Rinnai brivis Contour Series Installation Manual

1.1 UNPACKING THE COOLER
The unit is supplied on a pallet and enclosed with protective packaging� To unpack:
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Carefully remove the outer packaging and any retaining brackets/straps that secure the cooler to the pallet�
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For AD units cut and remove the strap at the bottom centre of the unit, where the fan motor assembly is held to
the pallet�
Brivis coolers MUST BE installed in accordance with these instructions and related regulations, codes, standards,
and authorities� These include but may not be limited to:
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AS/NZS 3500�2 - Plumbing & Drainage
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AS 4254 - Ductwork for air-handling systems in buildings
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HB 276 - A Guide to Good Practice
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Local Building Regulations
1.2 UNLOADING THE COOLER
When lifting the cooler onto the roof, ensure the lifting equipment is in good operating condition and capable of
lifting the total weight� Be sure there is a clear area to place the cooler down, which is within reach of the lifting
equipment�
1.3 COOLER POSITIONING
The Cooler shall be installed in a position that allows adequate and safe access for service, and enables only fresh
outside air to be drawn into the unit� The cost of any equipment and additional labour involved in accessing cooler
installations will not be accepted by Brivis�
Avoid positioning the cooler near any source of smoke, dust or objectionable fumes so that only fresh outside air
will be drawn into it� Coolers should not be sited close to the windows or bedrooms of neighbouring houses�
The cooler shall not be installed within a 5m (6m in W�A�) radius of a sanitary vent, 1�5m radius from a gas
appliance flue terminal and 3m horizontal radius from a wood stove flue terminal.
1.4 WEATHER PROOFING
All ductwork, electrical cables and water pipes MUST BE flashed and sealed, to prevent water entry into the
building� Exposed ductwork MUST BE weatherproofed and coated with reflective aluminium paint.
1.5 INSULATION
It is important that ducting should be well insulated� It is mandatory under some building codes to install insulated,
fire rated ducting on Evaporative Cooling systems. Check with your local authority.
1.6 INSTALLING DUCTWORK
The duct system should be designed and installed in accordance with the following:
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These installation instructions�
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Standard engineering practices�
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Brivis Sizing Guide and Installation Guidelines�
1.7 SYSTEM
The installation unit MUST comply with all laws, regulations and industry standards applicable in the state or
territory in which the products are installed�
Brivis

1. GENERAL GUIDELINES

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Brivis SuperSizeGuide/Brivisize™
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Local Plumbing and Electricity Authorities
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Environment Authorities
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Building Code of Australia (BCA)
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