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8 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
8.1 - Installation norms
Important: All connections in the site are the responsibility 
of the installer. These connections are always made as 
per the current regulation. Always refer to the wiring 
diagram provided with the unit.
To prevent electrical shocks, make all electrical 
connections before energizing the unit. Check that the 
automatic switch is closed. Omitting this can cause 
personal damage. Make the ground connection before 
any other electrical connection.
The installer must provide electrical circuit protections 
according to the eff ective legislation.
Example:
On a 400 V - 3 ph - 50 Hz power supply, the individual phase 
voltages were measured with the following values: 
AB = 406 V; BC = 399 V; AC = 394 V
Average voltage = (406+399+394)/3=1199/3 = 399.7 i.e. 400 V
Calculate the maximum deviation from the 400 V 
average:
(AB) = 406 - 400 = 6 -> % = 100 x 6 / 400=1.5
(BC) = 400 - 399 = 1 -> % = 100 x 1 / 400=0.25
(CA) = 400 - 394 = 6 -> % = 100 x 6 / 400=1.5
Moteur 
Motor
Important: It is the responsibility of the installer to protect the unit 
from overvoltage coming from the mains or voltage spikes caused 
by lightning. Depending on the geographic location and the type 
of mains network (buried or overhead), a lightning rod needs to 
be installed. Check the local electrical codes and regulations. 
Failure to comply with the requirements of standards in force in 
the country of installation will void the warranty.
Power cable access routing
The power cables can be routed into the electrical box via the 
wall bushings located:
■ In models 100 to 170: in a left panel below the electrical cabinet 
or in the machine base.
■ In models 180 to 280: below the electrical cabinet (left door).
It is important to check that the power cable bend radius is 
compatible with the connection space available inside the electrical 
cabinet.
8.4 - Electrical cabinet
All units include a fully wired electrical cabinet, with forced 
ventilation. The access doors are insulated to prevent condensation.
8.3 - Wire sizing
Wire sizing is the responsibility of the installer to suit the 
characteristics of the installation site and comply with applicable 
regulations. 
To perform the electric installation of the unit (cable glands, 
wire sizing and their calculations, protections, etc.), refer to the 
information provided in: 
■ The technical brochure of this series.
■ The name plate data. 
■ The wiring diagram included with the unit.
■ Norms in eff ect that regulate the installation of air conditioning 
units and electrical receivers in the country of installation.
Wiring must be selected based on:
■ The maximum absorbed current, taking into account all the 
options it features (refer to the technical brochure and the 
name plate).
8.2 - Power supply
Verify that power supply agrees with the unit name plate and that 
the voltage remains constant. 
Warning: It is recommended the use of a residual current device 
(RCD) type B or B+, with a trip threshold of 300 mA and super 
resistant characteristic K.
Warning: Operation of the unit with an incorrect supply voltage 
or excessive phase imbalance constitutes misuse which will 
invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty. If the phase imbalance 
exceeds 2% for voltage, or 10% for current, contact your local 
electricity supplier at once and ensure that the unit is not switched 
on until corrective measures have been taken.
Voltage phase imbalance (%)
% imbalance =
100 x max. deviation from average voltage
average voltage
Models 100 to 170:
Electric 
cabinet
Electric 
power 
supply 
inputs
OT125 70 mm
2
wire size for 
fl ange clamp
OT160EV_ M8x25
metric thread 
diameter 
x length mm
OT200E_ M8x25
OT250_ M8x25
OT315_ M10x30
OT400_ M10x30
OT630_ M12x40
Note: If an adapter to increase this wire sizing is needed, please 
consult.
■ The distance between the unit and its power source.
■ The protection to be placed at the power source.
■ Neutral operating conditions.
■ The electrical connections (refer to the wiring diagram provided 
with the unit).
■ The temperature the wiring is exposed to;
■ The fi tting method.
After wire sizing has been completed, the installer must verify the 
appropriate means of connection and defi ne any modifi cations 
necessary on site.
Maximun wire sizing depending on the main door switch: