Safety Precautions - Emerald EE-HWS-A1-220 User Manual & Installation Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

INSTALLATION & OPERATION
• Ensure the installation adheres to the AS/NZS 5149 Standards.
• Read these instructions thoroughly before attempting to install or
operate this system.
• This heat pump must be installed, commissioned, and serviced by
an authorised person in accordance with local regulations.
• Only an electrician should handle tasks involving access covers
or water heating components, as they involve exposing 240V
wiring.
• In case of damage to the system's power supply, it must be
replaced by an authorised person. Avoid touching the power
connections or plugs with wet hands.
• Be cautious not to touch the pipework, as it may be hot.
• Do not place any objects on or against this heat pump.
• Keep chemicals or flammable materials away from this heat pump.
• Do not operate the heat pump with collectors or covers removed.
• Do not activate the heat pump unless the cylinder is filled with
water.
• Ensure the household electrics have a reliable earth connection.
• This heat pump must be safeguarded with a residual current
device of the appropriate rating.
• Do not tamper with any permanent labels or warning plates
attached to the external cover of this heat pump.
• Always engage a trained personnel if you need to relocate this
heat pump after professional installation.
• Maintenance and repair work should only be carried out by
trained and qualified personnel.
• The electrical connection to this product should use a 20A RCD/
MCB or RCBO with a test button function.
• Ensure that children never use this heat pump.
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INSTALLATION & OPERATION
• This heat pump uses R290 (propane) refrigerant, classified as a
flammable gas in accordance with AS 1677.
To service components that use this refrigerant, such as the
compressor, it is essential to engage a refrigeration mechanic
with the appropriate Australian refrigerant handling license.
• Do not puncture or subject the heat pump to flames.
• Keep in mind that the refrigerant may not have a detectable odor.
• When storing the heat pump, be sure to adhere to AS/NZS 5601
compliance requirements.
• Both national and state regulations govern the storage, transpor-
tation, and handling of hazardous materials, including flammable
gases. The maximum quantity and arrangement of equipment
allowed for transportation or storage will be determined by
heat pump regulations.
WARNING
• If you suspect a refrigerant leak, switch o the unit at the mains
and contact the service agent. Additionally, avoid smoking or
using electrical equipment to prevent injury from refrigerant leaks.
• To minimise the risk of fire, avoid storing chemicals or flammable
materials near the heat pump, and never use flammable sprays
like hairspray or paint in its vicinity, as a refrigerant leak combined
with an external ignition source could lead to fire.
• Avoid storing or transporting this heat pump in areas with
potential ignition sources, such as open flames.
• End of life recycling: The refrigerant must not enter the
atmosphere. Only have the refrigerant removed by qualified
professional.
If the hot water system has not been used for two weeks or longer,
there's a chance that a dangerous amount of highly flammable
hydrogen gas may have built up inside the water heater.
To safely disperse this gas, follow these steps:
1. Turn on a hot water tap and let it run for several minutes until you
no longer hear the discharge of gas. You can use a sink, basin, or
bath outlet for this purpose, but avoid using a dishwasher, clothes
washer, or any other appliance.
2. While performing this procedure, make sure there is no smoking,
open flames, or electrical appliances in the vicinity.
3. If hydrogen gas is released through the tap, it may produce an
unusual sound similar to air escaping.
Taking these precautions will help ensure the safe dissipation of any
accumulated hydrogen gas in the water heater.