Airedale OptiChill FreeCool 500kW - 1365kW - Manual (Page 4)

OptiChill
™ FreeCool
Active Cabinet Exhaust
Chillers
4
Chillers
Technical Manual : 7197700 v1.2.0 02_2013
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 1 Installation, service and maintenance of Airedale equipment should only be
carried out by technically trained competent personnel.
CAUTION 2 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.
3 Also ensure that there are no other power feeds to the unit such as fire alarm
circuits, BMS circuits etc.
4 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.
5 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.
6 A full hazard data sheet in accordance with COSHH regulations is available should
this be required.
Protective Personal
Equipment Airedale recommends that personal protective equipment is used whilst installing,
maintaining and commissioning equipment.
Refrigerant Warning The Airedale OptiChill Freecool uses R134a refrigerant which requires careful attention
to proper storage and handling procedures.
Use only manifold gauge sets designed for use with R134a refrigerant. Use only
refrigerant recovery units and cylinders designed for R134a refrigerant.
R134a 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.
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.