Airedale TurboChill FreeCool 200kW - 1830kW - Manual (Page 4)

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Introduction
Chiller Technical Manual 7525355 V1.1.0_04_2013
Chillers TurboChill™ Air Cooled and FreeCool
Health and Safety
IMPORTANT
The information contained in this manual is critical to the correct operation and maintenance of the unit and should be
read by all persons responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of this Airedale unit.
Safety
The equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any mechanical /
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results.
CAUTION
When working with any air conditioning units ensure that the electrical isolator is switched off prior to servicing or repair
work and that there is no power to any part of the equipment.
Also ensure that there are no other power feeds to the unit such as fire alarm circuits, BMS circuits, crankcase heater
permanent supplies etc.
Electrical installation commissioning and maintenance work on this equipment should be undertaken by competent and
trained personnel in accordance with local relevant standards and codes of practice.
Refrigerant Warning
The Airedale chillers use R134a refrigerant which requires careful attention to proper storage and handling procedures
in accordance with EN 378.
Use only manifold gauge sets designed for use with refrigerants. Use only refrigerant recovery units and cylinders
designed for the pressure category of the refrigerants.
The refrigerant used in this range of products is classified under the COSHH regulations as an irritant, with set
Workplace Exposure Levels (WEL) for consideration if this plant is installed in confined or poorly ventilated areas.
A full hazard data sheet in accordance with COSHH regulations is available should this be required.
Refrigerants must only be charged in the liquid state to ensure correct blend makeup.
The refrigerant must be stored in a clean, dry area away from sunlight. The refrigerant must never be stored above
50°C.
Global Warming Potential
R134a = 1300
Protective Personal Equipment
Airedale recommends that personal protective equipment is used whilst installing, maintaining and commissioning
equipment.
Manual Handling
Some operations when servicing or maintaining the unit may require additional assistance with regard to manual
handling. This requirement is down to the discretion of the engineer.
Remember do not perform a lift that exceeds your ability.
EN378-1 :2008 (100 year life)
CAUTION PACEMAkER WEARERS
To avoid any risk of injury, any work to be carried out on or around the magnetic check valve should be done with
personnel that don’t have pacemakers fitted.