Carefully read this operating manual prior to commissioning or
using the equipment!
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This manual is an integral part of the unit and must be stored at the
installation location or in the immediate vicinity.
Subject to modifications; No liability accepted for errors or misprints!
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Safety notes
Carefully read this manual before
starting the unit for the first time. It
contains useful tips and notes as
well as hazard warnings to prevent
injury or material damage . Nonobservance of this manual may
endanger persons, the environment
as well as the equipment itself and
will void any claims for liability.
■ Store this manual and the
refrigerant datasheet in the
vicinity of the unit.
■ The unit should only be set
up and installed by qualified
personnel.
■ The setup, connection and
operation of the unit and
its components must be in
accordance with the operating
conditions stipulated in this
manual and comply with all
applicable local regulations.
■ Units designed for mobile use
should be safely set up on a
suitable floor and in a vertical
position. Units designed for
stationary use should only be
operated in their permanently
installed state.
■ It is prohibited to make
modifications or changes to
equipment or components
supplied by REMKO as this may
cause malfunctions.
■ Equipment and components
should not be operated in areas
where there is a heightened
damage risk. Observe the
minimum clearances.
■ The electrical supply should
be adapted to fulfil the
requirements of the unit.
■ The operational safety of
equipment and components is
only assured providing they are
used as intended and in a fully
assembled state.Safety devices
should not be modified or
bypassed.
■ Do not operate equipment
or components with obvious
defects or signs of damage.
■ All housing parts and openings,
e.g. air inlets and outlets, must
not be blocked by foreign items,
fluids or gases.
■ The equipment and components
must be kept a safe distance
from inflammable, explosive,
combustible, agressive and dirty
areas or atmospheres.
■ Persons coming into contact
with equipment parts may suffer
burns or injury.
■ Installation, repair and
maintenance work should only
be carried out by authorised
specialists. Inspection and
cleaning can be performed
by the operator providing the
equipment is not under voltage.
■ Take appropriate hazard
prevention measures when
performing installation, repair or
maintenance work or cleaning
the equipment.
■ The equipment and components
should not be exposed to any
mechanical stresses, extreme
levels of humdity or direct
exposure to sunlight.
Environmental
protection
and recycling
Disposal of packaging
All products are carefully packaged
using environmentally friendly
materials prior to transportation.
Make a valuable contribution to
reducing waste and sustaining
raw materials. Only dispose of
packaging at approved collection
points.
Disposal of
old equipment
Equipment manufacture is subject
to continuous quality control. Only
high-quality materials are used, the
majority of which can be recycled.
Help protect the environment by
only disposing of old equipment in
accordance with local regulations
and in an environmentally safe
manner, e.g. through authorised
disposal and recycling specialists or
at collection points.
Warranty
In order to make warranty claims, it
is essential that the ordering party
or their representative complete
and return the "certificate of
warranty" and commissioning
report to REMKO GmbH & Co. KG
at the time when the equipment
was purchased and commissioned.
The warranty conditions are
detailed in the "General terms
and conditions“. The contractual
parties can also agree additional
terms beyond the scope of the
above. In this case, first contact the
contractual partner.
Transportation and
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packaging
The equipment was shipped in
sturdy packaging. Immediately
check the equipment on delivery
and make a note of any damage or
missing parts on the delivery note.
Inform the forwarding agent and
contractual partner.
Warranty claims at a later date will
not be accepted .
Description of the
equipment
The RM 228-435 air conditioning
equipment consists of an REMKO
RM...AT outdoor component and
two, three or four RM...IT interior
units.
The outdoor component serves to
output the heat extracted by the
interior unit
from the room being cooled.
The outdoor component can be
installed outdoors or indoors. The
latter requires the fulfilment of
certain conditions. The indoor unit
is designed for interior use and
should be mounted high up on
a wall. It is operated by infrared
remote control.
The outdoor component consists
of two (circuits A,B), three (circuits
A,B,C) or four (circuits A,B,C,D)
refrigerant circuits, each of which
is equipped with a compressor,
finned vaporiser, flow regulator
and one or two liquefier fans.
Each refrigerant circuit in the
outdoor component is controlled
by the regulators in the indoor
units.
The indoor unit comprises a finned
vaporiser, vaporiser fan, controller
and condensation tray.
Winter controllers, floor and wall
brackets, refrigerant pipes and
condensation pumps are also
available as accessories.
Schematic of exterior refrigerant circuit
Liquefier fan
Liquefier 1-4
Filter dryer 1-4
Schematic of refrigerant circuit in indoor unit
Vaporiser fan
Vaporiser
Connection for pressure gauge
Compressor A
Connection valve
Suction pipe A
Connection valve
Injection pipe A
Compressor B
Connection valve
Suction pipe B
Connection valve
Injection pipe B
Compressor C
Connection valve
Suction pipe C
Connection valve
Injection pipe C
Compressor D
Connection valve
Suction pipe D
Connection valve
Injection pipe D
Flow regulator
Capillary tube 1-4
Connection to suction pipe
Connection to injection pipe
Scope of supply
RM
226 IT
RM 226 AT
RM 235 AT
RM 252 AT
RM 268 AT
RM 326 AT
RM 335 AT
RM 426 AT
RM 435 AT
1) 2 RM 326 IT indoor units and 1 RM 326 IT indoor unit with 2.6 kW and 3.5 kW cooling output
respectively
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RM
235 IT
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RM
252 IT
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RM
268 IT
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RM
326 IT
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2,6
RM
326 IT
3,6
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RM
335 IT
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RM
426 IT
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RM
435 IT
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System layout
Indoor area C
Indoor unit C
Condensation pipe
Indoor area D
Indoor unit D
Condensation pipeCondensation pipe
Indoor area A
Condensation pipe
Indoor area B
Indoor unit A
Indoor unit B
Outdoor area
Liquefier fan
Outdoor
unit
Injection pipe
Mains cable
Suction pipe
Control cable
Stop valves
Injection pipe
Suction pipe
Control cable
Refrigerant pipes are used to connect the indoor units (A, B, C, D) to the outdoor component (connections
to circuits A, B, C, D on outdoor component).
Operation
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The indoor unit is easy to operate using an infrared remote control. This is supplied as standard. The indoor unit
beeps to acknowledge the correct transmission of data. If it is not possible to program the indoor unit using the
remote control, it can also be manually operated.
Manual operation
The indoor unit can also be started
manually. Open the air inlet guard.
Press the button behind the guard
to activate automatic mode.
The following settings apply to
manual mode:
Cooling mode: last setting
Fan speed: AUTO
Pressing any button on the infrared
remote control interrupts manual
operation.
Display on indoor unit
The display is lit according to the settings. The display is lit during
operation, the selected mode and actual temperature are displayed.
After the target temperature has been set, it briefly appears on the
display. The actual temperature is then displayed again.
Display on indoor unit
Swing mode
Cooling
mode
Automatic mode
Sleep function
Unit of temperature
Used to display
coded error
messages, room and
target temperature
Heating mode (not supported)
Dehumidifying mode
Display
Timer
Fan speed
Infrared remote control
The infrared remote control can
send the programmed settings
from a distance of 6 m to the
receiver on the indoor unit. Data
will only be received correctly if
the remote control is pointed at
the receiver and no objects are
obstructing the transmission path.
First of all, insert the batteries
(two type AAA) supplied with
the remote control. Remove the
cover on the battery compartment
and insert the batteries. Take into
account the correct polarity (see
markings).
Max. distance 6 m
max. 6 m
CAUTION
Errors are displayed in
coded format (see chapter
Troubleshooting and customer
service )
NOTE
Immediately replace flat batteries
with a new set, otherwise there
is a risk of leakage.
It is recommended that the
batteries are removed if the
equipment is shut down for long
periods
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Buttons on the remote control
Buttons on the remote control
"ON/OFF" Button
Press this button to start the
equipment.
2. Cooling mode
In this mode the warm room
air is cooled to the desired
temperature.
3. Dehumidifying mode
In this mode the room is
mainly dehumidified, the set
temperature is maintained.
4. Heating mode
Heating mode is not supported.
"FAN" Button
Press this button to set the
required fan speed. 4 levels
are available: Automatic, high,
medium and low fan speed.
"FINS" Button
Press this button to adjust
the position of the outlet
fins. 5 fixed positions and
an oscillating function are
available.
"SLEEP " Button
Pressing this button
will automatically increase or
decrease the target temperature
by 1 °C every hour in cooling
and heating mode respectively.
"TIMER OFF" Button
Press this button to set an
automatic equipment switch-off
time in the next 24 hours.
"HR" Button
Press this button to set the
hours.
"MIN" Button
Press this button to set the
minutes.
"RESET button"
(in battery compartment)
Press this button to reset the
remote control to its factory
default configuration.
"CLOCK" Button
(in battery compartment)
Press this button to activate
clock setting mode.
"DISPLAY" Button
Press this button to switch the
display on and off (does not
affect the function of the
equipment).
"TOO HOT" Button
Press this button to reduce the
desired temperature
to a value as low as 16 °C.
"TOO COLD" Button
Press this button to increase
the desired temperature
to a value as high as 31 °C.
"MODE" Button
Press this button to select the
operating mode. The indoor unit
has 4 modes:
1. Automatic mode
In this mode the equipment can
be running in cooling or heating
mode.
"SWING" Button
This button activates the
oscillating fin function
to provide improved air
distribution in the room.
"TIMER ON" Button
Press this button to set an
automatic equipment switch-on
time in the next 24 hours.
Button functions
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A symbol is shown on the display to indicate that the settings are being transferred.
Remote control ready for operation
RESET Button
A flashing dot on the remote control indicates that the remote control is
ready for operation.
Pressing the RESET button in the battery compartment resets the remote
control. The current time then has to be reprogrammed (see "CLOCK
button“).
RESET5 sec.Setting the clock
CLOCK Button
ON/OFF Button
Press the CLOCK button in the battery compartment to set the time.
"CLOCK" will flash on the display. The HR. and MIN. buttons are used
to set the current time. Press the CLOCK button again to complete the
programming procedure, the display will stop flashing.
CLOCKHR/MINCLOCK
Press the ON / OFF button to activate or deactivate the air conditioning
unit. The programmed settings and parameters are shown on the display
before the unit switches off.
ON/OFFON/OFF
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▲/▼ Buttons
MODE Button
The▼ button is used to reduce the target temperature, the ▲ button
increases it. In automatic mode the temperature can be increased
or decreased by 1°C. Temperature adjustment is not possible in
dehumidifying mode.
Cooling mode
▼
▼
Automatic mode
▲
▲
The display extinguishes
after 1 min.
Press the MODE button to switch between the operating modes. A total
of 4 modes are available:
1. Automatic Cooling or heating mode (not supported)
2. Cooling Mainly used in summer
3. Dehumidify Used in summer or winter
4. Heating mode not supported</F>
AUTOMATIC Mode
COOLING Mode
AutomaticCoolingDehumidifyHeating (not supported)
MODEMODEMODE
In automatic mode, the controller automatically selects heating or cooling
mode after it is switched on. The control range is 22 °C to 26 °C. This
can be raised or lowered using the ▲/▼ buttons.
MODE
AUTOMATIC
In cooling mode the room air is cooled to the preset target temperature.
The desired room temperature is set in 1 °C steps using the ▲/▼ buttons.
If the room temperature reaches 0.5 °C above the set target temperature,
the indoor unit starts to cool the room air. If the actual temperature falls
approx. 1 °C below the set room temperature, the controller switches the
cooling off. In order to protect the compressor, the controller will only
switch the cooling back on after a holding period of 3 minutes.
MODE
COOLING
MODE
DEHUMIDIFY Mode
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In dehumidifying mode, the room temperature is reduced to 24°C. The
low refrigerant temperature causes the air temperature at the finned heat
exchanger to fall below the dew point. Any excess humdity in the air
condenses in the vaporiser. As a result the room is dehumidified. The fan
speed should be set to automatic to achieve maximum dehumidification.
In automatic mode, the fan is intermittently switched on and off.
HEATING mode
FAN Button
MODE
DEHUMIDIFICATION
MODE
This mode is not supported.
Press this button to set the fan speed. One can choose between low,
medium, high and automatic fan speed.
FANFANFANFAN
FIN Button
SWING Button
Press this button to individually adjust the air outlet fins.
One can choose between 5 fixed positions and an oscillating function.
Press this button to select the oscillating function for the air outlet
fins. This allows direct switching from a fixed position to the oscillating
function. The swing function improves air circulation in the room.
SWINGSWINGSWING
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SLEEP Buttons
TIMER Buttons
TIMER Button ON
Press these buttons to activate a program which will raise the target
temperature in cooling mode by 1 °C and 2 °C after 1 and 2 hours
respectively. The unit automatically switches off after 8 hours.
SLEEPSLEEPSLEEP
These buttons are used to program the switch-on and switch-off times.
Pressing the Timer On and Timer Off buttons activates the timer and
extinguishes the clock on the display. The timer symbol for the switchon/off time will flash. The Timer symbol on the indoor unit is lit. Press
the HR. and MIN. buttons to set the desired switch-on/off time. If set
successfully, the Timer symbol will flash a further 30 seconds. The unit
automatically switches on or off once the programmed time is reached.
If the indoor unit is switched on automatically, the previously set mode,
temperature and fan speed are activated. The switch-on/off time can be
prematurely cancelled by pressing the appropriate Timer button or ON/
OFF button. The timer symbol on the indoor unit extinguishes.
TIMER Button OFF
TIMER Button ON/OFF
Timer OnHR/MIN30 sec.
Timer OffHR/MIN30 sec.
The controller switches the unit on and off at the programmed times.
During operation, all the settings and the timer symbol are shown on the
display. If the unit is not running, the display indicates and the timer
symbol is shown.
Example:
Unit OnUnit Off
The controller switches on at 10:20.
The unit remains operational until 5:00.
Manual air distribution
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The air outlet side includes
individually adjustable fins
to control the horizontal air
distribution.
CAUTION
Interior moving parts, e.g.
fans, are potentially hazardous
during operation!
Only adjust when swing mode
is switched off.
Shutdown
Temporary
shutdown
1. Let the indoor unit run for 2 to
3 hours in circulation mode, or
in cooling mode at maximum
temperature, to extract any
residual humidity from the unit.
2. Shut down the unit using the
remote control.
3. Switch off the voltage supply to
the unit.
Manual air distribution
Adjustment lever, left
Permanent shutdown
Ensure that equipment and
components are disposed of in
accordance with local regulations,
e.g. through authorised disposal
and recycling specialists or at
collection points.
REMKO GmbH & Co. KG or their
authorised partners will be pleased
to provide details of specialists in
your area.
Adjustment lever, right
Care and maintenance
Regular care and maintenance
ensure trouble-free operation and
a long service life.
CAUTION
Prior to performing any
work, ensure the equipment
is isolated from the voltage
supply and secured to prevent
accidental switch-on!
Care
4. Preferably cover the unit with
plastic film to protect it against
the weather.
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Ensure the indoor unit and
outdoor component are
protected against dirt, mould
and other deposits.
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Clean the equipment using a
damp cloth. Do not use any
caustic, abrasive or solventbased cleaning products. Do
not use a jet of water.
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Clean the fins on the indoor
unit and outdoor component
prior to long shutdown periods.
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Maintenance
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It is recommended that you
take out a maintenance
contract with an annual service
from an appropriate specialist
firm.
TIP
This ensures the operational
reliability of your equipment!
Cleaning the housing of the
indoor unit
1. Disconnect the supply voltage
to the equipment.
2. Open and lift the front air inlet
guard.
3. Clean the guard using a soft,
damp cloth.
4. Switch the supply voltage back
on.
Air filter for indoor unit
Clean the air filter at least every 2
weeks. Reduce this interval if the
air is especially dirty.
Type of task
Checks/Maintenance/Inspection
General
Measure voltage and current
Check compressor/fans are functioning correctly
Check fans are functioning correctly
Dirt on liquefier/vaporiser
Check refrigerant fill quantity
Check condensation drain
Test insulation
Check moving parts
4. Clean the filter using a normal
vacuum cleaner. The dirty side
should be face up (Fig. 3).
5. Any dirt can be cleaned off
using lukewarm water and mild
cleaning agents. The dirty side
should be face down (Fig. 4).
6. If water is used, let the filter
dry out properly in air before
replacing it in the unit.
7. Carefully insert the filter. Ensure
it locates correctly.
Commissioning
Monthly
Six-monthly
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2 Lift the guard
3 Clean with a vacuum cleaner
Yearly
Cleaning the filter in the
indoor unit
1. Disconnect the supply voltage
to the equipment.
2. Open the front of the unit by
lifting the guard and latching it
in position (Fig. 2).
3. Lift the filter and pull it down
and out.
8. Close the front of the unit
in the reverse order to that
described above.
9. Switch the supply voltage back
on.
10.
Switch the unit back on.
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Cleaning with lukewarm water
Cleaning the condensation
pump (accessory)
The indoor unit may include a builtin or separate condensation pump
for pumping the condensation to a
drain at a higher level.
Observe the care and maintenance
instructions specified in the
separate manual.
Troubleshooting and customer service
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The equipment and components are manufactured using state-of-the-art production methods and tested several
times to verify their correct function. If malfunctions should occur, please check the functions as detailed in the
list below. Please inform your dealer if the unit is still not working correctly after all the functional checks have
been performed!
Malfunction
Faultpossible causeChecksRemedial measures
The unit does not start or
switches itself off
The unit does not respond
to the remote control.
The unit is running but
only provides reduced
cooling or heating
performance
Power outage, undervoltage, defective
mains fuse / main circuit breaker
switched off
Damaged mains cable
Waiting time after switch-on too short
Temperature outside operating
temperature range
Overvoltages caused by thunder
storms
Fault in external condensation pump
Transmission distance too far / receiver
affected by interference
Defective remote control
Receiver&transmitter unit exposed to
excessive solar radiation
Electromagnetic fields are interfering
with transmission
Button in remote control jammed /
two buttons pressed at same time
Batteries in remote control are flat
Filter is unclean / air inlet / outlet
blocked by foreign items
Doors and windows open. Heating/
cooling output increases
Neither cooling nor heating mode has
been set
Fins on outdoor component blocked
by foreign items
Leaking refrigerant circuit
Are all electrical installations
functioning correctly?
Are all electrical installations
functioning correctly?
Have approx. 5 minutes
elapsed since the restart?
Are the fans in the indoor unit
and outside component working
correctly?
Has there recently been lightning?
Did the pump shut down due to
a fault?
Does the indoor unit beep when
pressing a button?
Is the unit running in manual mode?
Does it function correctly in the
shade?
Does it function when switching off
possible sources of interference?
Does the “Send” symbol appear
on the display?
Have new batteries been inserted?
Is the display incomplete?
Have the filters been cleaned?Clean the filters
Have modifications been made to
the building?
Is the cooling/heating symbol
shown on the display?
Is the fan on the outdoor
component running ? Are the fins
unobstructed?
Are there signs of frost on the fins
of the indoor unit?
Check the voltage and if necessary
wait for it to come back on
Repair by specialist
Schedule longer waiting times
Take into account the temperature
range for the indoor unit and
outside component
Switch off the mains protection
and switch it back on /have it
checked by a specialist
Check and if necessary clean the
pump
Reduce the distance to less than 6
m or change position
Replace the remote control
Place the receiver&transmitter unit
in the shade
Signal is not transmitted when
interference sources are operational
Release the button / only press
one button
Insert new batteries
Close windows and doors / install
additional units
Correct the settings for the unit
Check the fan or winter controller,
reduce the air resistance
Repair by specialist
Condensation is leaking
out of the unit
The suction pipeand /
or liquid separator in the
compressor have iced up
Drainage pipe on collection container
clogged / damaged
Faulty external condensation pump
or float
Condensation has not drained away
and has collected in the condensation
pipe
Condensation does not drain off
Heating output increases
Can the condensation drain off
without any obstruction?
Is the condensation tray full and
the pump running?
Is there a steady fall on the
condensation pipe? Check there is
no blockage in the pipe.
Are the condensation pipes
unblocked and is there a steady
fall? Are the condensation pump
and float switch functioning
correctly?
Is the outdoor component
running continuously?
Clean the drainage pipe and
collection container
Call out a specialist to replace the
pump
The condensation pipe must have a
fall. If necessary, clean the pipe
The condensation pipe must have a
fall. If necessary, clean the pipe.
A faulty condensation pump and
float switch should be replaced.
Reduce the heating load. If
necessary, install additional units /
isolate the iced up components
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Error indicated by flashing code
DisplayCauseRequired action
E1Faulty circulation sensor in indoor unitContact specialist dealer
E2Faulty frost protection sensor in indoor unitContact specialist dealer
E4Cooling mode: No cooling output after 30 min. Contact specialist dealer
E5Cooling mode: Frost protection has trippedContact specialist dealer
E6Break in internal control cable jumperCheck jumper connector
Installation instructions for qualified personnel
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Important points
prior to installation
NOTE
Use letters to mark the
refrigerant pipes
(injection and suction pipes)
and associated electrical
control cables on each indoor
unit. Ensure the pipes and
cables are joined to the
corresponding connections.
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Transport the unit in its original
packaging as close as possible
to the installation location.
This avoids transportation
damage.
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Check that the packaged
contents are complete and
inspect the unit for any visible
signs of transportation damage.
Notify any deficiencies to
the contractual partner and
forwarding agent.
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Lift the unit by its corners
and not the refrigerant or
condensation connections.
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Insulate the refrigerant pipes
(injection and suction pipe),
valves and connections to make
them tight against vapour
diffusion. If necessary, also
insulate the condensation pipe.
Select an installation location
which allows air to freely
flow through the inlet and
outlet. (see section "Minimum
clearances").
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Do not install the unit
adjacent to any hotspots. Unit
performance will be impaired if
installed next to hotspots.
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Only open the stop valves
for the refrigerant pipes after
installation has been fully
completed.
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Use caps or adhesive tape to
seal off the open refrigerant
pipes and prevent the ingress of
humidity.
Never kink or push in the
refrigerant
pipes.
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Avoid unnecessary bending.
This minimises the pressure
loss in the refrigerant pipes and
ensures that the compressor
oil can flow back without
obstruction.
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Special measures concerning
the oil return pipe must
be taken if the outdoor
components is mounted above
the indoor unit. (see section
"Oil return measures“).
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Add refrigerant if the basic
length of the refrigerant pipe
exceeds 5 metres. The amount
of additional refrigerant is
given in the chapter "Adding
refrigerant".
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Only use the union nuts
supplied with the refrigerant
pipes. These should only
be removed shortly before
connecting the refrigerant
pipes.
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Establish all electrical
connections in accordance with
the relevant DIN- and VDE
standards.
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Ensure the electrical cables
are properly connected to the
terminals, otherwise there is a
risk of fire.
CAUTION
It is essential that you verify
the correct assignment
of electrical cables and
refrigerant pipes!
Do no mix up the connections
between circuits.
Such a mistake could be fatal!
NOTE
Different refrigerant pipes
may be required for the RM
326 depending on the cooling
output of the indoor unit.
Wall breakthroughs
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The wall breakthrough must
have a diameter of min. 70 mm
and a fall of 10 mm from inside
to outside.
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We recommend that the
inside of the hole is padded or
lined, e.g. using a PVC tube,
to prevent the pipes being
damaged.
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After installation has been
completed, use a suitable
sealing compound to close
off the wall breakthrough
(responsibility of customer) . Do
not use cement- or lime/based
materials!
Pipes and cables in wall breakthrough
Control cable
Selecting the installation
location
Indoor unit
The indoor unit is designed for
horizontal wall-mounting above
doors. It can also be fitted high up
on walls (min. 1.75 m above the
level of the floor).
Outdoor component
The outdoor component is
designed for horizontal freestanding use in outdoor areas. It
should be placed on level, flat and
firm ground. The unit should also
be secured to prevent toppling.
The outdoor unit can be installed
both inside and outside buildings.
In the case of outdoor installation,
please follow the instructions given
below to protect the unit against
the weather.
Wind
If the unit is being installed in
windy areas, ensure that the
warm outlet air discharges in the
main wind direction. If this is not
the case it may be necessary to
install a windbreak (provided by
the customer). Ensure that the
windbreak does not adversely
affect the air intake to the unit.
Windbreak
Wind
PVC tube
Suction pipe
Condensation pipe
Injection pipe
Installation material
The indoor unit is fastened using
4 screws and a wall bracket. The
screws should be provided by the
customer.
The outdoor component is
fastened to the wall or ground
using 4 screws and a wall or floor
bracket.
Rain
The unit should be at least 10 cm
off the ground when mounted on
the roof or ground. An optional
floor bracket is available as an
accessory.
Sun
The liquefier on the outdoor
component radiates heat.
Exposure to direct sunlight will
further increase the temperature
of the fins and reduce the
heat output of the finned
heat exchanger. The outdoor
component should therefore be
installed as near as possible to
the north side of the building.
If necessary, take measures
to provide sufficient shade
(responsibility of customer). One
possible solution is to build a small
roof. These measures should not
affect the flow of warm outlet air.
Snow
The unit should be wall-mounted
in areas of heavy snowfall.
Installation should be at least
20 cm above the expected level
of snow to prevent snow from
entering the outdoor component.
An optional wall bracket is
available as an accessory.
Minimum clearance to snow
Snow
20 cm
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Installation inside buildings
■
Ensure there is adequate heat
dissipation when placing the
outdoor component in cellars,
attics, adjoining rooms or halls
(Fig 5).
■
Install an additional fan with
a rated flow comparative to
that of the outdoor component
being installed in the room.
This is used in conjunction with
ventilation ducts to compensate
any pressure losses (Fig 5).
■
Ensure a continuous and
unobstructed air flow from
outside, preferably using
sufficiently large air intakes placed
opposite each other (Fig 5).
5 Installation inside buildings
Warm air
Additional
fan
Light
well
Warm air
■
Comply with any regulations
and conditions affecting
the statics of the building.
If necessary, fit acoustic
installation.
Outdoor unit
Fresh
cold air
Light
well
Minimum clearances
The adjacent illustration specifies
the minimum clearances required
to assure trouble-free operation of
the equipment.
These protection zones serve
to ensure unobstructed air flow
through the inlet and outlet
and provide sufficient space for
effecting maintenance and repairs
whilst also protecting the unit
against damage.
Minimum clearances
RM
335 AT
E
Air outlet
B
All values in mm
RM
426 AT
C
RM
435 AT
Air intake
120
Air intake
120
200
Air outlet
RM
226 AT
A200 mm 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm
B 1300 mm 1300 mm1500 mm 1500 mm 1500 mm 1500 mm 1500 mm 1500 mm
C500 mm 500 mm 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm
D 150 mm 150 mm 150 mm 150 mm 150 mm 150 mm 150 mm 150 mm
E500 mm 500 mm 500 mm 500 mm 500 mm 500 mm 500 mm 500 mm
RM
235 AT
RM
252 AT
120
1500
RM
268 AT
D
A
RM
326 AT
Installation
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Oil return measures
If the outdoor component is
installed at a higher level than
the indoor unit, suitable oil return
measures must be taken. Usually
an oil pump bend is installed
for every 2.5 metres of height
difference.
Oil return measures
Outdoor unit
Oil pump bend
in suction pipe
to outdoor
component one
every 2.5 metres of
rising pipe
Radius:
min. 50 mm
max. 15 m
Indoor unit
Connection options for
indoor unit
Connection options
NOTE
Installation should only be
performed by authorised
specialists.
Installing the unit
The indoor unit is fastened by
means of wall bracket. Take into
account the air outlet underneath
the unit.
1. Use the wall bracket dimensions
to mark the fixing points on
structural parts approved to
support the static load.
2. If necessary, remove the breakouts on the housing.
3. Connect the refrigerant
pipes, electrical cables and
condensation pipe to the indoor
unit as described below.
4. Tilt back the indoor unit and
hang it into the wall bracket.
Press the underside of the unit
into the bracket (Fig 6).
5. Check that the unit is level.
Connecting the refrigerant
pipes
The connections to the refrigerant
pipes are made at the rear of the
unit (responsibility of customer).
It may be necessary to fit a reducer
or flared adapter to the indoor
unit. These fittings are included
as standard. Once installed, the
connections should be made tight
against vapour diffusion.
CAUTION
The units are factory filled with
dry nitrogen to check for leaks.
The pressurised nitrogen is
released when loosening the
union nuts.
The procedures for installing the
refrigerant circuit and mounting
the indoor unit and outdoor
component are described below.
1
2
3
1 Exit on wall, right
2 Exit through wall, right
3 Exit through wall, left
4 Exit on wall, left
4
Wall bracket
for indoor unit
Attach the wall bracket for the
unit using suitable screws and wall
plugs.
6
Hooking in
1.
The required pipe diameters are
given in the table "Technical
data".
2. Remove the factory-fitted
protective caps and union
nuts on the connections.
These should be used during
installation.
3. Before flanging the refrigerant
pipes, ensure that the union nut
is fitted on the pipe.
4. Prepare the laid refrigerant
pipes as shown below
(page 20, figs 7+8).
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5. Verify that the shape of the
flange is correct(Fig 9).
6. First connect and hand-tighten
the refrigerant connections
to ensure they are correctly
seated.
7. Now fully tighten the fittings
using 2 suitably sized openended spanners. Use one
spanner to counter the force
when tightening the fitting (Fig
10).
8. Use insulation hoses which are
designed for this temperature
range and diffusion tight.
9. Lay the refrigerant pipes from
the indoor unit to the outdoor
component. Ensure that the
fastenings are adequate and if
necessary, take appropriate oil
return measures!
7 Deburring the refrigerant pipe
10.
Observe the permitted bending
radius for the refrigerant pipes
during installation. Never bend
a pipe twice in the same place.
Brittle pipes and potential
cracking are the consequences.
NOTE
Only employ tools and
components suitable for
refrigeration applications.
11.Use the wall or floor brackets
to fit the outdoor component
against structural parts
approved to support the static
load (refer to the installation
instructions for the brackets).
8 Flanging the refrigerant pipe
12.Ensure that structure-borne
sound is not transferred to parts
of the building. Use vibration
dampers to reduce the effects
of structure-borne sound!
13.
Prepare the refrigerant pipe
for the outdoor component as
described above.
Supplementary
installation notes
■ The connections to the
refrigerant pipes may differ
when combining the outdoor
component with certain indoor
units. In this case, fit reducers or
flared fittings to the indoor unit
(included).
■ If the basic length of the
refrigerant pipe exceeds 5 m, add
refrigerant when commissioning
the system for the first time. (See
section "Adding refrigerant").
Refrigerant pipe
Deburrer
9 Correct flange shape
Flanging tool
10 Tightening the fitting
Tighten with 1st open-ended
Counter
2nd open-ended spanner
spanner
Tightening
torque:
1
4
15-20 Nm
“
3
8
33-40 Nm
“
1
2
50-60 Nm
“
5
8
65-75 Nm
“
3
4
95-105 Nm
“
CAUTION
Verify the correct assignment
of injection and suction pipes.
Observe the letter markings!
Do no mix up the connections
between circuits.
Tightness check
21
Once all the connections have
been established, the pressure
gauge station is attached as
follows to the Schrader valve (if
fitted):
red = small valve
= injection pressure
blue = large valve
= suction pressure
Once connected, perform a
tightness test using dried nitrogen.
The tightness test involves
spraying a leak detection spray
onto the connections. If bubbles
are visible, the connections have
not been properly made. Retighten the connection or prepare
a new flange.
If the tightness test is successfully
completed, depressurise the
refrigerant pipes and start a
vacuum pump with an absolute
final partial pressure of min. 10
mbar to remove the air in the pipe.
Any humdity present in the pipes is
also removed.
CAUTION
A vacuum of
min. 0.05 mbar abs. must be
created!
The time required to generate
the vacuum is dependent on
the pipework volume of the
indoor unit and the length of the
refrigerant pipes. This always takes
at least 60 minutes.
Once any foreign gases and
humdity have been completely
extracted from the system, the
valves on the pressure gauge
station are closed and the valves
on the outdoor component are
opened as described in the chapter
on "Commissioning".
Condensation
connection
If the temperature falls below the
dew point, condensation will form
on the vaporiser during cooling.
The collection tray below the
vaporiser should be connected to
the drain.
■
The condensation pipe should
have a fall of min. 2 % (Fig
11). This is the responsibility
of the customer. If necessary,
fit vapour diffusion tight
insulation.
■
The condensation pipe from
the unit should run freely
into the drainage pipe. If the
condensation runs directly
into a sewer pipe, fit a trap to
prevent any unpleasant odours.
■
When operating the unit at
outdoor temperatures below
0 °C, ensure the condensation
pipe is laid to protect it
against frost. If necessary, fit
supplementary pipe heating.
■
Once the pipe has been laid,
check the condensation drains
off and permanently seal it.
11
Fall on condensation pipe
at least
2% fall
The standard condensation hose is
for connection to the left side (as
viewed from the front).
Electrical connection
Units RM 226 to RM 335 require a
single mains supply feed, whereas
units RM 426 to RM 435 require
two mains supply feeds to the
outdoor unit and a four-wire
control cable between the outdoor
component and indoor unit.
We recommend the use of
screened control cables with a
cross-section of at least 1.5 mm².
CAUTION
All electrical installation
work should be performed by
specialist contractors. Isolate the
voltage supply when connecting
the electrical terminals.
■
We recommend that customers
install a main/repair switch
in the vicinity of the outdoor
component.
■
If an optional condensation
pump is used in conjunction
with the unit, it may be
necessary to install an
additional relay with a higher
contact rating after the switchoff contact on the pump to
switch off the compressor.
■
Control cables should be
screened if laid in areas exposed
to strong magnetic fields.
■
Details concerning the electrical
protection of the system are
given in the section on technical
data.
REMKO RM
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■
Mark the electrical control cable
and associated refrigerant pipes
for each indoor unit with the
same letter (A to D).
Only connect up those cables/
pipes with the same letter.
The incorrect allocation of
control cables and refrigerant
pipes can have fatal
consequences, e.g. compressor
damage!
Connecting the indoor unit
Make the connection as follows:
1. Open the air inlet guard.
2. Unfasten the cover on the right
side and at the bottom right
rear (Fig 12).
3. Connect the unit to the
control cable from the outdoor
component.
See electrical connection
diagram
4. Re-assemble the unit.
CAUTION
Check all plugged and clamped
terminals to verify they are
seated correctly and making a
permanent contact. Re-tighten
as required.
Connecting the outdoor
component
Proceed as follows to connect the
cable:
1. Remove the equipment cover
by the connection.
2. Select the cable cross-section
according to the relevant
standards.
3. Feed both cables through the
edge protection rings on the
fixed connection panel.
4. Terminate the cables as shown
on the electrical connection
diagram.
5. Support the cable in the strain
relief and re-assemble the unit.
(Fig 13).
12
Connecting the indoor unit
Terminal block
Voltage supply
from outdoor component
Terminal block
control cables
Strain relief
Cover
Control cable from
outdoor unit
Control cable from
outdoor unit
13 Cable connections
Control cable Indoor unit C
13
Connecting the outdoor unit
Control cable
Indoor unit B
Control cable
Indoor unit B
Control cable
Indoor unit D
Strain
relief
Electrical connection diagram
23
RM 226 / RM 235 / RM 252 / RM 268
Indoor unit
Circuit A
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
33
Control conductor
Compressor
PE
Earth conductor
RM 326 / RM 335
Indoor unit
Circuit A
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
3
Control conductor
Compressor
Earth conductor
Outdoor
component
Circuit A
L
N
1
PE
Outdoor
component
Circuit A
L
N
1
L
N
L
N
Mains cable
L1
N
Mains cable
L1
N
230 V, 1~,
50 Hz,
L1 / N / PE
230 V, 1~,
50 Hz,
L1 / N / PE
Indoor unit
Circuit B
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
Control conductor
Compressor
PE
Earth conductor
Indoor unit
Circuit B
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
33
Control conductor
Compressor
Earth conductor
Outdoor
component
Circuit B
L
N
1
PE
Outdoor
component
Circuit B
L
N
1
Indoor unit
Circuit C
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
Control conductor
Outdoor
component
Circuit C
L
N
1
Compressor
Earth conductor
RM 426 / RM 435
Indoor unit
Circuit A
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
3
Control conductor
Compressor
Earth conductor
Outdoor
component
Circuit A
Mains cable
L
L
L
N
N
1
L1
L2
230 V, 2~,
N
50 Hz,
L1 / L2 / N / PE
Circuit B
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
33
Control conductor
Compressor
Earth conductor
Indoor unit
Outdoor
component
Circuit B
L
N
1
Indoor unit
Circuit C
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
Control conductor
Compressor
Earth conductor
Indoor unit
Circuit D
L
Phase conductor
N
Neutral conductor
3
Control conductor
Compressor
Earth conductor
Outdoor
component
Circuit C
L
N
1
Outdoor
component
Circuit D
L
N
1
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Electrical circuit diagram
RM 226 AT / RM 235 AT
A
Compressor A
G/Y
Compressor
contactor A
A
Gr
To indoor unit ATo indoor unit B
R
W
G/Y
B
B
B
R
O
C
Fan
contactor
C
C
A
B
C
Mains cable
G/Y
W
Liquefier fan
G/Y
C
A
B
G/Y
Compressor B
A
B
R
W
B
A
Gr
G/Y
B
Compressor
contactor B
Colour code
A = Brown
B = Blue
C = Black
O = Orange
Gr = Grey
R = Red
W = White
G/Y =
Green/yellow
RM 252 AT
Compressor A
G/Y
A
G/Y
CAP
AA
B
R
W
B
Gr
W
Compressor contactor A
O
R
Liquefier fan
CAP
G/Y
C
B
A
CAP
R
W
Compressor B
G/Y
B
A
B
A
G/Y
Liquefier fan
Compressor contactor B
To indoor unit ATo indoor unit BMains cable
RM 268 AT
25
G/Y
CAP
R
W
Compressor A
B
AA
B
R
CAP
O
Liquefier fan
W
G/Y
O
R
Liquefier fan
CAP
R
CAP
W
W
G/Y
Compressor B
G/Y
C
B
B
C
A
Gr
G/Y
To indoor unit ATo indoor unit B
RM 426 AT / RM 435 AT
B
A
Compressor
G/Y
R
A
B
B
W
G/Y
R
Compressor contactor A
B
A
A
R
W
Compressor
B
W
Mains cable
B
B
B
A
G/Y
Compressor contactor B
A
Gr
Colour code
G/Y
A = Brown
B = Blue
C = Black
O = Orange
Gr = Grey
R = Red
W = White
A
Compressor
G/Y
G/Y =
B
B
B
R
R
W
Compressor
C
G/Y
R
Green/yellow
A
B
B
W
D
W
Compressor contactor A
A
To indoor unit A
Gr
C
G/Y
OO
C
Liquefier fan
Fan
contactor
CC
A
B
To indoor unit BTo indoor unit C
G/Y
C
G/Y
B
A
Gr
A
B
Compressor contactor B
G/YG/Y
Mains cable
Compressor contactor C
A
A
B
Gr
C
G/Y
C
Liquefier fan
Fan
contactor
C
C
A
B
To indoor unit D
G/Y
C
B
A
Gr
G/Y
Compressor contactor D
3
1
2
L
N
AC-N
FM
SM
AC-L
COMP
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Electrical circuit diagram
RM 326 AT / RM 335 AT
A
B
B
R
W
Compressor
G/Y
R
O
G/Y
To indoor unit A
A
W
Compressor contactor A
G/Y
A
C
A
B
Mains cable
Gr
G/Y
B
W
B
B
G/Y
R
C
C
C
A
O
Fan
contactor
C
C
B
A
R
Compressor
G/Y
Compressor contactor B
A
A
B
To indoor unit BTo indoor unit C
B
Gr
B
G/Y
R
W
Compressor
C
G/Y
G/Y
W
A
B
B
Compressor contactor C
B
A
Gr
Colour code
A = Brown
B = Blue
C = Black
O = Orange
Gr = Grey
R = Red
W = White
G/Y = Green/yellow
RM 226 IT to RM 435 IT
Phase conductor
Neutral conductor
Earth conductor
Compressor
Colour code
WH = white
BU = blue
BR = brown
BK = black
Transfor
mer
Vaporiser fan motor
Vaporiser sensor
Swing motor
Air circulation sensor
Display
Receiver
board
Before
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commissioning
After the tightness check has
been successfully completed,
connect the vacuum pump via
the pressure gauge station to
the valve connections on the
outdoor component (see chapter
"Tightness check") and create a
vacuum.
Perform the following checks
prior to commissioning the
unit for the first time and after
Add refrigerant
any interventions affecting the
refrigerant circuit. Record the
results in the commissioning
report:
■
Check all refrigerant pipes and
valves using leak detection
spray or soapy water to ensure
they are tight and that the
suction and injection pipes
are not accidentally mixed up.
Perform this check when the
unit is not running .
■
Check the refrigerant pipes and
insulation for signs of damage.
■
Check the electrical connections
between the indoor unit and
outdoor component to verify
the correct polarity.
■
Check that all fastenings,
mountings etc. are firm and at
the correct level.
CAUTION
Note that the employed
refrigerant is always filled in
CAUTION
Wear protective clothing when
handling refrigerant.
liquid form!
The equipment contains a basic
quantity of refrigerant. Extra
refrigerant must be added if the
basic length of the refrigerant
NOTE
Check the overheating to
determine the refrigerant fill
quantity
pipes exceeds 5 metres. Refer to
the following table:
RM 226RM 235RM 252RM 268
Basic pipe lengthAdditional fill quantity
Up to and including 5 m0 g/m0 g/m0 g/m0 g/m0 g/m0 g/m0 g/m0 g/m
5 m to max. 25 m
per circuit
25 g/m25 g/m25 g/m45 g/m25 g/m25 g/m25 g/m25 g/m
RM 326RM 335RM 426RM 435
REMKO RM
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Commissioning
NOTE
Commissioning should only be
performed and documented
by specially trained personnel.
The system can be commissioned
once all the components have
been connected and tested.
A functional check should be
performed to verify its correct
function and identify any unusual
operational behaviour prior to
handing it over to the operator.
CAUTION
Prior to commissioning,
check the correct assignment
of the electrical cables and
refrigerant pipes!
Do not mix up the connections
between circuits.The incorrect
assignment of control cables
and refrigerant pipes can
have fatal consequences
(compressor damage)!
Each circuit must be separately
commissioned in the following
order.
Functional checks and
test run
Check the following points.
■
Tightness of the refrigerant
pipes.
■
Compressor and fan running
smoothly.
■
In cooling mode, cold air should
be output by the indoor unit,
and warm air should be output
by the outdoor component.
■
Functional test of the indoor
unit and all program sequences.
■
Check the surface temperature
of the suction pipe and
determine the overheating
of the vaporiser. Measure
the temperature by holding
a thermometer against the
suction pipe and subtracting
the boiling point temperature
indicated on the pressure
gauge.
■
Record the measured
temperatures in the
commissioning report.
Functional test for cooling mode
1. Remove the protective caps on
the valves.
2. Start the commissioning
procedure by briefly opening
the stop valves on the outdoor
component until the pressure
gauge indicates a pressure of
approx. 2 bar.
3. Use leak detection spray or
suitable devices to check that all
the connections are tight.
4. If no leaks are found, fully
open the stop valves by turning
them anti-clockwise using a
spanner. If leaks are found,
repair the faulty connection. It
is imperative that the vacuum
creation and drying steps are
repeated!
5. Switch off the main circuit
breaker or remove the fuse
(provided by the customer).
6. Use the remote control to
switch on the unit and select
the cooling mode, maximum
fan speed and lowest target
temperature.
7. Measure and record all
the required values in the
commissioning report and
check the safety functions.
8. Check the indoor unit
control system using the
functions described in the
chapter "Operation". Timer,
temperature setting, fan speeds
and switching to ventilation or
dehumidifying mode.
9. Check the correct function
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of the condensation pipe by
pouring distilled water into the
condensation tray.
A bottle with a spout is
recommended for pouring the
water into the condensation
tray.
10.Switch the indoor unit to
cooling mode.
11.Check the correct function
and settings of all regulation,
control and safety devices
during the test run.
12.Check the control system in the
indoor unit using the functions
described in the manual.
timer, temperature settings and
all mode settings in the chapter
"Operation".
13.Check the overheating,
outdoor, indoor, outlet and
vaporisation temperatures and
record the measured values in
the commissioning report.
14.Remove the pressure gauge.
Check that seals have been
fitted in the sealing caps.
NOTE
The switch-on delay means
that the compressor only
switches on several minutes
later.
Final tasks
■
Use the remote control to set
the target temperature to the
desired value.
■
Re-fit all the dismantled parts.
■
Instruct the operator on how to
use the equipment.
NOTE
Check that the stop valves
and valve caps are tight after
carrying out any work on the
refrigerant circuit. If necessary,
use appropriate sealant
products.
Unit dimensions
RM 226 IT / RM 235 IT / RM 326 IT 2,6 / RM 326 IT 3,5 / RM 335 IT / RM 426 IT / RM 435 IT
275
790
RM 252 IT
930
200
275
200
RM 268 IT
1035
320
220
All values in mm
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Unit dimensions
RM 226 AT / RM 235 AT
500
845
RM 268
575
315
415
285
RM 252
350
515
310830
615
1240
RM 326 / RM 335
350
515
390930
830
310
RM 426
515
830
350
310
1240
1240
RM 435
575
930
1240
415
390
1240
All values in mm
We reserve the right to modify the dimensions and constructional design as part of the ongoing technical development process.
Exploded view RM 226 IT to RM 435 IT
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11
10
12
7
8
5
2
We reserve the right to modify the dimensions and constructional
design as part of the ongoing technical development process.