Salda AMBERAIR COMPACT CX H Guide

AMBERAIR COMPACT CX H
EN MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

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CONTENTS
2. SYMBOLS AND MARKING 3
3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS 4
4. INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRODUCT 5
4.1.DESCRIPTION 5
4.2.DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 5
4.3.TECHNICAL DATA 6
4.4.OPERATING CONDITIONS 8
4.5.STANDARD PACKAGE OF COMPONENTS 8
4.6.DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS 8
5. INSTALATION 9
5.1.RECEPTION OF GOODS 9
5.2.RANSPORTATION AND STORAGE 9
5.3.UNPACKING 10
5.4.MOUNTING DIAGRAM 11
5.5.MOUNTING 12
5.5.3.PLACE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EQUIPMENT AND MOUNTING POSITIONS 13
5.5.4. DRAINAGE 14
5.5.5. CONNECTION OF AIR DUCTS 14
5.5.6. FILTER BOX MOUNTING 14
5.5.7. ROOF MOUNTING 15
5.6.CONNECTION OF THE UNIT TO ELECTRIC NETWORK 16
5.7.START-UP RECOMMENDATIONS 16
5.7.1. SYSTEM PROTECTION 16
5.7.2.PRE-STARTUP RECOMENDATIONS OF THE UNIT (IN THE PRESENCE OF THE ENDUSER) 16
6. MAINTENANCE 18
6.1.SAFETY INSTRUCTION 18
6.2.GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF VENTILATION SYSTEM 18
6.3.COVER OPENING 18
6.4.FILTERS MAINTENANCE 19
6.5.FILTER BOX MAINTENANCE 19
6.6.FANS MAINTENENCE 20
6.7.AIR DAMPER MAINTENANCE 21
6.8.HEAT EXCHANGER MAINTENANCE 21
6.9.CONTROL BOARD MAINTENANCE 22
6.10.ELECTRIC, WATER HEATER AND COOLER MAINTENANCE 22
7. CONTROL 24
7.1.EVICE CONTROL 24
7.2.DEVICE FUNCTIONS 24
8. ACCESSORIES 25
8.1.CONNECTION OF ACCESSORIES 26
8.1.1.ELECTRICAL DIANGRAMS AND ABBREVIATION IN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS 26
9. SPARE PARTS 31
10. POSSIBLE FAULTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 32
11. DECLARATION OF CONFOMITY 33
12. WARRANTY 34
12.1.LIMITED WARRANTY COUPON 34

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2. SYMBOLS AND MARKING
Warning – pay attention Additional information
Stick the auxiliary label on the unit (on an easily accessible place) or on the dashed place of a technical manual in order to keep the important
information about the unit.
LN: XX000000
2019.01.01
LN: XX000000
2019.01.01
Fig. 2.1 Technical label
1 - Logo; 2 - Product code (SKU); 3 - Product name; 4 - Technical data; 5 - Production place; 6 - Batch number and production date; 7 - Serial
number.
Fig. 2.2 Indication for duct connection.
ODA - outdoor air; SUP - supply air; ETA - extract air; EHA - exhaust air.
Units tested and produced according to EC directives
AmberAir Compact range is Eurovent certied product
SALDA – associated member of the Eurovent association (Europe’s Industry Association for
Indoor Climate (HVAC), Process Cooling, and Food Cold Chain Technologies)
VDI 6022 AmberAir Compact SD50+ units designed of the VDI 6022 Part 1 guideline (Hygiene require-
ments for ventilation and air-conditioning systems and units)
SALDA world like to inform you that based on the Commission Regulation (EU) No 1253/2014 for
enforcing directive 2009/125/EC (hereinafter referred to as ErP diretive), the operational area of
certain AHU within the European Union is regulated by certain conditions.
The AHU can only be used within the EU when it meets the requirements of the ErP directive.
If certain AHU doesn’t have CE mark on it, it is strictly forbidden to use it in the EU.

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3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS
Device is manufactured in compliance with the following directives:
• Machinery Directive, 2006/42/EC;
• Low Voltage Directive, EEC 2006/95;
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, 2004/108/EC;
• Ecodesign Directive, No 1253/2014.
Read this instruction very carefully before installing and using this equipment. Installation, connection and maintenance should be carried out by
a qualied technician and in accordance with the local rules and legal acts.
The company shall take no responsibility for the injuries su󰀨ered by the people or for the damaged property, if the safety requirements are not
followed
or the device is modied without the permission of the manufacturer.
Main safety rules
Danger
• Before performing any electrical or maintenance tasks make sure, that the device is disconnected from the mains, that all moving
parts of the device have stopped.
• Make sure that the fans can not be accessed through air ducts or branch openings.
• If you notice liquids on electric parts or connections that bear voltage, stop the operation of the appliance.
• Do not connect the device into the mains, that di󰀨ers from that indicated on the label or on the housing, or in technical documentation.
• Voltage of the mains should comply with the electrotechnical parameters indicated on the label, or in technical documentation.
• The device should be earthed in accordance with the rules of installation of electric appliances. It is forbidden to turn on and use
unearthed device. Follow the requirements of the device’s labels that indicate Danger.
Warnings
• Connection of electricity and maintenance of the device should be performed only by a qualied personnel, in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and valid safety requirements.
• In order to reduce the risk during installation and maintenance, suitable protective clothes should be worn.
• Beware of sharp angles while performing installation and maintenance tasks.
• Do not touch heating elements until they haven’t cooled down.
• Some devices are heavy, thus one should be very careful while transporting and installing. Use suitable lifting equipment.
• While connecting electricity to the mains a circuit breaker of suitable size is necessary.
Warning!
• If the device is installed in a cold environment, make sure that all connections and tubes are properly isolated. Intake and discharge
air ducts should be isolated in all cases.
• Openings of the ducts should be covered during transportation and installation.
• Make sure not to damage the heater when connecting the piping of the water heater. For tightening up, use a wrench/spanner.
Before starting the equipment
• make sure, that there are no strange objects inside;
• manually check whether fans are not stuck or blocked;
• if rotary heat exchanger is installed in the device, make sure that it is not stuck or blocked;
• check the grounding;
• make sure that all components and accessories are connected in accordance with the project or provided instructions.
Danger: Fumes
Salda Antifrost system uses dis-balancing of the air ow and it may cause negative pressure in premises. Great care should be taken
when using at the same time in premises as another heating appliance what depend on the air in premises. Such appliances include
gas, oil, wood or coal-red boilers and heaters, replaces, continuous ow or other water heaters, gas hobs, cookers or ovens which
draw air in from the room and duct exhaust gases out through a chimney or extraction ducting. The heating appliance can be starved
of oxygen, impairing combustion. In exceptional cases harmful gases could be drawn out of the chimney or extraction ducting back
into the room. In this case we strictly recommend to turn o󰀨 Salda Antifrost and use an external preheater for heat exchanger anti-frost
protection (see Salda Antifrost function on the Remote controller manual).

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4. INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRODUCT
4.1. DESCRIPTION
AmberAir Compact CX H include the following model options:
Model: CX H
Model box: SD50+ (T2TB1), SD50 (T3 TB4), MD50+(T3 TB1), MD50(T3 TB4).
Heating electric coil: EL1 (low power), EL2 ( medium power), EL3 ( high power).
Heating water coil: HW1 ( low power), HW2 (medium power), HW3 (high power, only for vertical), HW4 (extra high power only for vertical).
Right or left models: R (Right) L (Left). The side where the supply air is located when viewed from the access side.
Fan (plastic/metal impellers): F1 (low power), F2 (medium power), F3 (high power), F4 (extra high power).
Rotor: C (Condensation), E (Hygroscopic), S (Sorption).
Cooling water coil: HW1 (low power), HW2 (medium power). More power capacity available with accesories.
Control type: C1 MCB, C2 Pre-wiring.
AmberAir Compact is a compact-class ventilation unit with a heat recovery system. Its technical parameters are provided in the tables below.
PARAMETER VALUE VALUE VALUE
Model size
Heat exchange type
Instalation type
Service side
Fan type
Integrated heater/cooler
Control type
Filter type
Installation version
Rotor drive
Thank you for purchasing the devices of our company!
Not suitable for swimming pools, saunas and other similar facilities.
4.2. DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
L
L1 L3 L2/L2*
D D
H
H2
C C
C C
A
B B
A
B B
W
W/W*
H
W

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L L1 L2 L3 W H L4 W1 H1 H2 A B Weight
[mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg]
1 CX H 1796 - - - 850 950 550 624 120 130 700 395,5 222
2 CX H 2195 - - - 860 1210 550 624 120 130 707 489,5 272
3 CX H 2350 - - - 895 1285 550 624 120 130 743 526,5 325
4 CX H 2350 - - - 1220 1285 550 721 114 130 1070 526,5 380
5 CX H 2350 - - - 1290 1285 550 721 114 130 1139 526,5 428
6 CX H 3147 685 1540 965 1596 1550 550 624 120 140 1445 659,5 762
7 CX H 3215 720 1540 1000 1961 1550 550 624 120 140 1810 659,5 890
4.3. TECHNICAL DATA
ELECTRICAL DATA
Model Fans power,
[kW]
Fans current,
[A]
Fans phase/
voltage, [?/V]
Heat power,
[kW]
Heat current,
[A]
Heater phase/
voltage, [?/V]
Total power and
current, [kW/A]
1 CXH F1 E1 0,76 3,3 1~ / 230 2 8,7 1~ / 230 3,26 / 14,17
1 CXH F1 E2 0,76 3,3 1~ / 230 3 13,04 1~ / 230 4,26 / 18,51
1 CXH F1 E3 0,76 3,3 1~ / 230 2 8,7 2~ / 230 3,26 / 14,17
1 CXH F1 E4 0,76 3,3 1~ / 230 3 13,04 2~ / 230 4,26 / 18,51
1 CXH F1 W 0,76 3,3 1~ / 230 - - - 1,26 / 5,47
1 CXH F2 E1 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 2 8,7 1~ / 230 3,44 / 14,95
1 CXH F2 E2 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 3 13,04 1~ / 230 4,44 / 19,29
1 CXH F2 E3 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 2 8,7 2~ / 230 3,44 / 14,95
1 CXH F2 E4 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 3 13,04 2~ / 230 4,44 / 19,29
1 CXH F2 W 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 - - - 1,44 / 6,25
2 CXH F1,F3 E1 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 3 13,04 1~ / 230 4,44 / 19,29
2 CXH F1,F3 E2 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 3,6 15,65 1~ / 230 5,04 / 21,9
2 CXH F1,F3 E3 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 3 13,04 2~ / 230 4,44 / 19,29
2 CXH F1,F3 E4 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 3,6 15,65 2~ / 230 5,04 / 21,9
2 CXH F1,F3 W 0,94 4,08 1~ / 230 - - - 1,44 / 6,25
2 CXH F2,F4 E1 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 3 13,04 1~ / 230 4,93 / 21,41
2 CXH F2,F4 E2 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 3,6 15,65 1~ / 230 5,53 / 24,02
2 CXH F2,F4 E3 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 3 13,04 2~ / 230 4,93 / 21,41
2 CXH F2,F4 E4 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 3,6 15,65 2~ / 230 5,53 / 24,02
2 CXH F2,F4 W 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 - - - 1,93 / 8,37
3 CXH F1,F3 E1 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 3,6 5,2 3~ / 400 5,53 / 13,57
3 CXH F1,F3 E2 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 6 8,67 3~ / 400 7,93 / 17,04
3 CXH F1,F3 E3 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 3,6 9,05 3~ / 230 5,53 / 17,42
3 CXH F1,F3 E4 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 6 15,08 3~ / 230 7,93 / 23,45
3 CXH F1,F3 W 1,43 6,2 1~ / 230 - - - 1,93 / 8,37
3 CXH F2,F4 E1 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 3,6 5,2 3~ / 400 6,66 / 18,57
3 CXH F2,F4 E2 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 6 8,67 3~ / 400 9,06 / 22,04
3 CXH F2,F4 E3 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 3,6 9,05 3~ / 230 6,66 / 22,42
3 CXH F2,F4 E4 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 6 15,08 3~ / 230 9,06 / 28,45
3 CXH F2,F4 W 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 - - - 3,06 / 13,37
4 CXH F1,F3 E1 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 6 8,67 3~ / 400 9,06 / 22,04
4 CXH F1,F3 E2 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 7,2 10,4 3~ / 400 10,26 / 23,77
4 CXH F1,F3 E3 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 6 15,08 3~ / 230 9,06 / 28,45
4 CXH F1,F3 E4 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 7,2 18,1 3~ / 230 10,26 / 31,47
4 CXH F1,F3 W 2,56 11,2 1~ / 230 - - - 3,06 / 13,37
4 CXH F2 E1 3,8 5,86 3~ / 400 6 8,67 3~ / 400 10,3 / 16,7

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4 CXH F2 E2 3,8 5,86 3~ / 400 7,2 10,4 3~ / 400 11,5 / 18,43
4 CXH F2 W 3,8 5,86 3~ / 400 - - - 4,3 / 8,03
4 CXH F4 E3 3,5 9,28 3~ / 230 6 15,08 3~ / 230 10 / 26,53
4 CXH F4 E4 3,5 9,28 3~ / 230 7,2 18,1 3~ / 230 11,2 / 29,55
4 CXH F4 W 3,5 9,28 3~ / 230 - - - 4 / 11,45
5 CXH F1 E1 3,8 5,86 3~ / 400 7,2 10,4 3~ / 400 11,5 / 18,43
5 CXH F1 E2 3,8 5,86 3~ / 400 9 13 3~ / 400 13,3 / 21,03
5 CXH F1 W 3,8 5,86 3~ / 400 - - - 4,3 / 8,03
5 CXH F2 E1 4,55 6,96 3~ / 400 7,2 10,4 3~ / 400 12,25 / 19,53
5 CXH F2 E2 4,55 6,96 3~ / 400 9 13 3~ / 400 14,05 / 22,13
5 CXH F2 W 4,55 6,96 3~ / 400 - - - 5,05 / 9,13
5 CXH F1-C3 E3 3,5 9,28 3~ / 230 7,2 18,1 3~ / 230 11,2 / 29,55
5 CXH F1-C3 E4 3,5 9,28 3~ / 230 9 22,62 3~ / 230 13 / 34,07
5 CXH F1-C3 W 3,5 9,28 3~ / 230 - - - 4 / 11,45
5 CXH F2-C3 E3 5,03 13,42 3~ / 230 7,2 18,1 3~ / 230 12,73 / 33,69
5 CXH F2-C3 E4 5,03 13,42 3~ / 230 9 22,62 3~ / 230 14,53 / 38,21
5 CXH F2-C3 W 5,03 13,42 3~ / 230 - - - 5,53 / 15,59
6 CXH F1 E2 4,55 6,96 3~ / 400 9 13 3~ / 400 14,05 / 22,13
6 CXH F1 W 4,55 6,96 3~ / 400 - - - 5,05 / 9,13
6 CXH F2 E2 5,68 8,74 3~ / 400 9 13 3~ / 400 15,18 / 23,91
6 CXH F2 W 5,68 8,74 3~ / 400 - - - 6,18 / 10,91
6 CXH F3 E4 5,03 13,42 3~ / 230 9 22,62 3~ / 230 14,53 / 38,21
6 CXH F3 W 5,03 13,42 3~ / 230 - - - 5,53 / 15,59
6 CXH F4 E4 5,2 13,7 3~ / 230 9 22,62 3~ / 230 14,7 / 38,49
6 CXH F4 W 5,2 13,7 3~ / 230 - - - 5,7 / 15,87
7 CXH F1 E1 5,7 8,74 3~ / 400 12 17,34 3~ / 400 18,2 / 28,25
7 CXH F1 E2 5,7 8,74 3~ / 400 15 21,68 3~ / 400 21,3 / 32,59
7 CXH F1 W 5,7 8,74 3~ / 400 - - - 6,3 / 10,91
7 CXH F2 E3 5,93 15,58 3~ / 230 12 30,16 3~ / 230 18,43 / 47,91
7 CXH F2 E4 5,93 15,58 3~ / 230 15 37,7 3~ / 230 21,43 / 55,45
7 CXH F2 W 5,93 15,58 3~ / 230 - - - 6,43 / 17,75
7 CXH F3 E1 6,82 10,38 3~ / 400 12 17,34 3~ / 400 19,32 / 29,89
7 CXH F3 E2 6,82 10,38 3~ / 400 15 21,68 3~ / 400 22,32 / 34,23
7 CXH F3 W 6,82 10,38 3~ / 400 - - - 7,32 / 12,55
7 CXH F4 E3 6,89 18,3 3~ / 230 12 30,16 3~ / 230 19,39 / 50,63
7 CXH F4 E4 6,89 18,3 3~ / 230 15 37,7 3~ / 230 22,39 / 58,17
7 CXH F4 W 6,89 18,3 3~ / 230 - - - 7,39 / 20,47
FILTER DATA
Filter code Type Width, [mm] Height, [mm] Depht, [mm] Bag nr. Class* E󰀩ciency*

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* - according to ISO 16890.
4.4. OPERATING CONDITIONS
PLACE OF OPERATION INDOORS / OUTDOORS / INDOORS AND OUTDOORS /
OUTDOORS WITH SPECIAL ACCESSORIES
Operation in explosive environment prohibited
Transporting of the polluted air prohibited
Outdoor air temperature without preheater -23/+40 °C
Outdoor air temperature limits with a selected pre-heater on an air duct -40/+40 °C
Outdoor air max humidity 90 %
Temperature limits of an extracted air +15 / +40 °C
Extract air max humidity 60 %
Room temperature for installing the unit 0 / +40 °C
The air handling units installed outdoors shall be started only when the following obligatory conditions established by the manufacturer are met:
• Units that are stored at the site before installation shall be sealed using additional means in order to prevent the accumulation of moisture inside
the unit.
• If the unit is installed and is not started for continuous operation, it must be ensured that no warm/humid air enters the unit through air ducts
and that no moisture condensates inside the unit.
• If the ventilation units stand idle for a long time or are started infrequently, the system must be blown down at the maximum capacity 1/24 h to
dehumidify.
• Voltage to the automatics of the unit is installed and connected; the system of water products is lled with glycol/water.
In case of failure to comply with the requirements set out above, the manufacturer shall have the right not to refute the warranty in respect of the
occurrence of moisture/water in damaged components.
4.5. STANDARD PACKAGE OF COMPONENTS
Standard package (without optional accessories) includes:
Supply air temperature
sensor TJ
1 pcs.
Water temperature sensor
for water heater TV1
1 pcs. (water version only)
Anti-vibration pad
6 pcs. (Compact 1-5 CH H)
14 pcs. (Compact 6-7 CH H)
Set of bolts for pad
connection
8 pcs. (Compact 6-7 CH H)
Set of bolts and nuts for
sections connection
12 pcs. (Compact 6-7 CH H)
4.6. DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
5
12
16
11
15
10
14
9
13
20
19
18
17
4
8
3
7
2
6
1
5
12
16
11
15
10
14
913
20
19
18
17
1 - supply air fan; 2 - supply air fan pressure sensor (on control board); 3 - extract air fan; 4 - extract air fan pressure sensor (on control board);
5 - supply air lter; 6 - supply air lter lter pressure sensor; 7 - extract air lter; 8 - extract air lter pressure sensor; 9 - supply air prelter;
10 - heat exchanger; 11 - heat exchanger motor; 12 - heat exchanger motor driver; 13 - heater/cooler - electrical/water (water cooler only on
horizontal supply chanel); 14 - control box; 15 - mountaining base; 16 - supply air temperature sensor; 17 - outdoor air temperature sensor; 18 -
after rotor temperatre sensor; 19 - exhaust air tempetarure sensor; 20 - extract air temperature and humidity sensor DTJ.

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5. INSTALATION
5.1. RECEPTION OF GOODS
Each device is thoroughly checked before transportation. While receiving goods it is recommended to check whether devices were not damaged
during transportation. If a damage to the device is noticed, immediately address the representatives of a transport company. Please inform a rep-
resentative of the manufacturer, if any deviation from the order is noticed.
5.2. RANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
• All units are packed in the factory to withstand regular conditions of transportation.
• The package is only for protection purpose!
• When unloading and storing the units, use suitable lifting equipment to avoid damage or injuries. Do not lift units by holding on power supply
cables, connection boxes, air extract or exhaust anges. Avoid impact and shock overloads. Before installation units must be stored in a dry
room with the relative air humidity not exceeding 60% (at +20 °C) and with an average ambient temperature ranging between +5 °C and +30
°C. The place of storage must be protected against dirt and water.
• The units must be transported to the storage or installation site using forklifts.
• The storage is not recommended for a period longer than one year. In case of storage longer than one year, before the installation it is neces-
sary to verify whether the bearings of fans and motor rotate easily (turn the impeller by hand) and if the electric circuit insulation is not damaged
or the moisture is accumulated.
• AmberAir Compact are lifted from the pallet with a forklift or slings, which are inserted through the supporting legs (four corners).
• AmberAir Compact are lifted from the pallet with a forklift at the recesses at the supporting base, or with slings.
When lifting with a forklift, protect the condensate drainage pipes. The product is heavy. Exercise caution when transporting
and installing.
W/W*
Unit Dimensions, [mm]
H W* L1 L2 L3
Comapct 1 CX H 1345 1080 2150 - -
Comapct 2 CX H 1605 1200 2450 - -
Comapct 3 CX H 1680 1200 2450 - -
Comapct 4 CX H 1680 1370 2400 - -
Comapct 5 CX H 1680 1440 2400 - -
Comapct 6 CX H 1960 1750 800 1600 1050
Comapct 7 CX H 1960 2150 800 1640 1080
The product can be lifted with a forklift or a crane using slings.
When lifting with a forklift, the length of the fork must be greater than the length or width of the product (depending on the product version). The
condensate pipes must be protected against damage.
The inner legs of the product of AmberAir Compact 1-5 CX H versions are covered with protection to prevent damage of the condensate drainage
pipes. Therefore, when lifting with a forklift, the width of the fork must be greater than the condensate protection width.

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L1
L2
L1>L2
L1
L2
L1 > L2
W1
W1 >W2>
W2
Fig. 5.2.1 AmberAir Compact 1-5 CX H lifting with a forklift
W1>W2
W1
W2
W1>W2
W1
W2
Fig. 5.2.2 AmberAir Compact 6-7 CX H lifting with a forklift
When lifting the product with slings, it is necessary to insert spacers between them in order to prevent damage to the casing of the product.
Fig. 5.2.3 AmberAir Compact 1-5 CX H lifting with slings
Fig. 5.2.4 AmberAir Compact 6-7 CX H lifting with slings
5.3. UNPACKING
• Remove the lm from the unit.
• Remove the tightening packaging tapes which keep the protective proles.