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Warnings and Cautions
NOTICE
Use PVE Oil with R-410A Mini-Split Units!
All R-410A mini-splits use a PVE oil (Polyvinyl Ether Oil) that readily absorbs moisture
from the atmosphere. To limit this "hygroscopic" action, the system should remain
sealed whenever possible. If a system has been open to the atmosphere for more than
4 hours, the compressor oil must be replaced. Never break a vacuum with air and
always change the driers when opening the system for component replacement. For
specific handling concerns with PVE oil, contact your local Trane representative.
USE ONLY THE FACTORY RECOMMENDED - DAFNE HERMETIC OIL FV50S - for
servicing these units.
Failure to follow these recommendations could result in equipment damage.
Important!
Environmental Concerns
Scientific research has shown that certain man-made chemicals can affect the earth's naturally
occurring stratospheric ozone layer when released to the atmosphere. In particular, several of
the identified chemicals that may affect the ozone layer are refrigerants that contain Chlorine,
Fluorine and Carbon (CFCs) and those containing Hydrogen, Chlorine, Fluorine and Carbon
(HCFCs). Not all refrigerants containing these compounds have the same potential impact to the
environment. Trane advocates the responsible handling of all refrigerants—including industry
replacements for CFCs such as HCFCs and HFCs.
Responsible Refrigerant Practices
Trane believes that responsible refrigerant practices are important to the environment, our
customers, and the air conditioning industry. All technicians who handle refrigerants must be
certified. The Federal Clean Air Act (Section 608) sets forth the requirements for handling,
reclaiming, recovering and recycling of certain refrigerants and the equipment that is used in
these service procedures. In addition, some states or municipalities may have additional
requirements that must also be adhered to for responsible management of refrigerants. Know
the applicable laws and follow them.
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