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- Page 1 CABIN COMFORT Self Contained Units Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual Revised 3-15-04 L-2334...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Cabin Comfort Series units. Improper installation or misunderstood operating procedures can result in unsatisfactory performance and/or premature failure of these units. Before proceeding, read this manual completely. The Cabin Comfort Series units are covered under the existing Dometic Corporation warranty policy contained in this manual. -
Page 4: Preface
Grunert®, and Sentry™. Copyright 2004 Dometic Corporation, All Rights Reserved Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual to ensure its accuracy. However, Dometic Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors and omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages... -
Page 5: Unpacking And Inspection
Placement Recommendations Since the Cabin Comfort Series is a self-contained unit, it can readily be used to cool any desired area. However, the physical location of the air conditioner is an important factor to consider prior to installing the unit. -
Page 6: Seawater Pump And Plumbing
Seawater Pump and Plumbing The seawater thru-hull inlet should be a minimum of 3/4" inside diameter (I.D.) for 1 or 2 units or 1" I.D. for up to 5 units. It should be located as near to the keel as practical and utilizing a speed scoop to insure positive water flow while the vessel is underway. -
Page 8: Mounting The Unit
Mounting the Unit The Cabin Comfort Series unit is supplied with a painted aluminum cabinet which also serves as an overflow condensate pan. Mounting clip brackets are provided to secure the base pan onto a flat, horizontal surface. -
Page 9: Condensate Drains
Condensate Drains The Cabin Comfort Series condensate drain pan is over 1-1/2" high with the largest drain pipe available accommodating 5/8" I.D. hose, and assuring more than adequate drain off under all conditions. All Cabin Comfort Series units come complete with condensate drains. Under adverse climatic conditions, (for example, high humidity), condensate could be produced at a rate of approximately one gallon per hour. -
Page 10: Electrical
All Cabin Comfort Series units are supplied with a 5 position terminal strip mounted on top of the electrical box. The electrical supply, ground wires, and pump circuits are all connected at this terminal strip. -
Page 11: Bonding/Grounding
Grounding/Bonding All Cabin Comfort Series air conditioning units must be effectively grounded to minimize the hazard of electric shock and personal injury. The following are to be observed: AC (alternating current) grounding (green wire) must be provided with the AC power conductors and connected to the ground terminal (marked “GRND) at the AC power... -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions The Cabin Comfort MCP has three basic controls: • System Switch • Fan Speed Switch • Thermostat Follow these procedures for operation of the system: Set the MCP System switch to “OFF”. Set the circuit breaker on the ship’s main control panel to “ON”. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Guidelines
Troubleshooting Guidelines FAULT POSSIBLE CORRECTION REASON Nothing works Air conditioner Turn circuit breaker on at ship’s panel. at all circuit breaker is off. Wiring at terminal Check wiring diagram; correct if necessary strip is incorrectly wired Fan runs but no Water intake valve is Open valve water flow... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting Guidelines
Troubleshooting Guidelines (continued) FAULT POSSIBLE REASON CORRECTION Fan and Pump run, Seawater intake valve may be closed. Open valve but no cooling or heating Compressor Seawater strainer or intakes could be Check hoses from intake to pump, operates for only plugged. -
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance Winterization There are several methods of winterization, some of which work better than others. The four various methods employed are: 1. Use of pressurized air to force water to be discharged through the overboard thru-hull fitting. 2. Use of the seawater pump to pump anti-freeze solution through the system and discharging through the overboard thru-hull fitting. -
Page 19: Limited Warranty
In addition, Dometic Corporation will pay labor costs as outlined in its Schedule of Limited Warranty Allowances for removal and re-installation of such components. - Page 20 Dometic Corporation Environmental Systems 2000 N. Andrews Ave. Ext. • Pompano Beach, FL 33069-1497 USA Phone: 954-973-2477 • Facsimile: 954-979-4414 Fleets Industrial Estate • 26 Willis Way • Poole, Dorset BH15 3SU, England Phone: +44(0)870 3306101 • Facsimile: +44(0)870 3306102...