
8.3 Turn off the machine, unplug the power plug, and wrap the power cord around the wrapping post; install the water
plug and the drainage cover.
8.4 Remove the exhaust pipe and keep it properly.
8.5 Cover the air conditioning with a plastic bag. Put the air conditioning in a dry place, keep it out of reach of children,
and take dust control measures.
8.6 Remove batteries of the remote control and keep them properly.
Note: Ensure that the body is placed in a dry place and keep all machine components properly.
9. Information on servicing9. Information on servicing
9.1 Safety of the working environment
9.1.1 Checks to the area:
Prior to beginning work on systems containing flammable refrigerants, safety checks are necessary to ensure that the risk
of ignition is minimised. For repair of the refrigerating system, the following precautions shall be complied with prior to
conducting work on the system.
9.1.2 Work procedure:
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Work shall be undertaken under a controlled procedure so as to minimise the risk of a flammable gas or vapour being
present while the work is being performed.
9.1.3 General work area:
All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of work being carried out.
Work in confined spaces shall be avoided. The area around the workspace shall be sectioned off. Ensure that the condi-
tions within the area have been made safe by control of flammable material.
9.1.4 Checking for presence of refrigerant:
The area shall be checked with an appropriate refrigerant detector prior to and during work, to ensure the technician is
aware of potentially flammable atmospheres. Ensure that the leak detection equipment being used is suitable for use with
flammable refrigerants, i.e. non-sparking, adequately sealed or intrinsically safe.
9.1.5 Presence of fire extinguisher:
If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigeration equipment or any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing
equipment shall be available to hand. Have a dry powder or CO2 fire extinguisher adjacent to the charging area.
9.1.6 No ignition sources:
No person carrying out work on a refrigeration system which involves exposing any pipe work that contains or has con
No person carrying out work on a refrigeration system which involves exposing any pipe work that contains or has con-
tained flammable refrigerant shall use any sources of ignition in such a manner that it may lead to the risk of fire or explo-
sion. All possible ignition sources, including cigarette smoking, should be kept sufficiently far away from the site of instal-
lation, repairing, removing and disposal, during which flammable refrigerant can possibly be released to the surrounding
space. Prior to work taking place, the area around the equipment is to be surveyed to make sure that there are no flam-
mable hazards or ignition risks. “No Smoking” signs shall be displayed.
9.1.7 Ventilated area:
Ensure that the area is in the open or that it is adequately ventilated before breaking into the system or conducting any
hot work. A degree of ventilation shall continue during the period that the work is carried out. The ventilation should safely
disperse any released refrigerant and preferably expel it externally into the atmosphere.
9.1.8 Checks to the refrigeration equipment:
Where electrical components are being changed, they shall be fit for the purpose and to the correct specification.Where electrical components are being changed, they shall be fit for the purpose and to the correct specification. At all
times the manufacturer’s maintenance and service guidelines shall be followed. If in doubt, consult the manufacturer’s
technical department for assistance.
The following checks shall be applied to installations using flammable refrigerants:
– The charge size is in accordance with the room size within which the refrigerant containing parts are installed.
– The ventilation machinery and outlets are operating adequately and are not obstructed.
– If an indirect refrigerating circuit is being used, the secondary circuit shall be checked for the presence of refrigerant.
– Marking to the equipment continues to be visible and legible. Markings and signs that are illegible shall be corrected.
– Marking to the equipment continues to be visible and legible. Markings and signs that are illegible shall be corrected.
– Refrigeration pipe or components are installed in a position where they are unlikely to be exposed to any substance
which may corrode refrigerant containing components, unless the components are constructed of materials which are in-
herently resistant to being corroded or are suitably protected against being corroded.
9.1.9 Checks to electrical devices:
Repair and maintenance to electrical components shall include initial safety checks and component inspection proce-
dures. If a fault exists that could compromise safety, then no electrical supply shall be connected to the circuit until it is sa-
tisfactorily dealt with. If the fault cannot be corrected immediately, but it is necessary to continue operation, an adequate
temporary solution shall be used. This shall be reported to the owner of the equipment so all parties are advised.
Initial safety checks shall include:
• that capacitors are discharged: this shall be done in a safe manner to avoid the possibility of sparking.
• that no live electrical components and wiring are exposed while charging, recovering or purging the system.
• that there is continuity of earth bonding.