● Appliance should be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area larger than the one indicated in the chart:
Quantity of R290 gas in charge (see rating label on the appliance)
(g)
Minimum size of the site for use and storage
(m²)
WARNING:
System contains refrigerant under very high pressure. The system must be serviced by qualified persons only.
1. Transport of equipment containing flammable refrigerants
(
Annex CC.1
)
Compliance with the transport regulations.
2. Marking of equipment using signs
(
Annex CC.2
)
Compliance with local regulations.
3. Disposal of equipment using flammable refrigerants
(
Annex CC.3
)
Compliance with national regulations.
4. Storage of equipment/appliances
(
Annex CC.4
)
The storage of equipment should be in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Storage of packed (unsold) equipment
(
Annex CC.5
)
Storage package protection should be constructed such that mechanical damage to the equipment inside the package will not
cause a leak of the refrigerant charge.
The maximum number of pieces of equipment permitted to be stored together will be determined by local regulations.
6. Information on servicing
(
Annex DD.3
)
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 to the refrigerating system, the following precautions shall be complied with prior to conducting
work on the system.
2) Work procedure
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.
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 conditions within the
area have been made safe by control of flammable material.