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1 - INTRODUCTION
The 50FF/FC packaged rooftop range consists of autonomous 
compact air-air units of horizontal design, rooftop type.
■ 50FF R-454B series: Units for cooling operation.
■ 50FC R-454B and R-410A series: Units for reversible heat 
pump operation.
These units are designed to be installed outdoors, in a free fi eld-
type, well ventilated area. It is user’s responsibility to ensure that 
the fi nal installation respects all local, national and international 
regulations.
The unit is connected directly to an air distribution ductwork without 
additional elements or equipment, pipes, cables, etc. taking no 
fl oor space at all. This design reduces the cost of installation, 
facilitates a quick connection and ensures reliable operation. 
■ The units comply with European Directives: 
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (MD)
- Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU (PED):
• R-410A: Category 2
• R-454B: Category 3
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive  2014/30/EU (EMC)
- RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS)
- Eco-design Directive 2009/125/EC (ECO-DESIGN)
- Energy Labelling Directive  2017/1369/EU (ECO-
LABELLING)
- Harmonised Standard: EN 378-2:2012 (Refrigerating systems 
and heat pumps - Safety and environmental requirements).
After manufacturing, all units are charged with the selected 
refrigerant: R-410A or R-454B, and are tested at the factory, 
verifying the correct operation of all their components within 
the operating range for which they are intended.
Note: These units are prepared for the replacement of R-410A 
refrigerant by R454B on site. The necessary elements for this 
change are supplied in a kit. All the instructions for carrying out 
this retrofi t are explained in a separate document (No.10692). 
Technicians who install, commission, operate and service the unit 
must possess the necessary training and certifi cations, understand 
the instructions given in this manual and be familiar with the 
specifi c technical characteristics of the installation site.
2  -  SAFETY ADVISE
2.1 - General safety advise
Units are designed to provide a very high level of safety during 
installation, start-up, operation and maintenance. 
They will provide safe and reliable service when operated within 
their application range.
It is required to follow the recommendations and instructions 
in this brochure, the labels, and the specifi c instructions. 
Compliance with the norms and regulations in eff ect is mandatory. 
It is recommended to consult the competent authorities regarding 
the applicable regulations for users of units or components under 
pressure. The characteristics of these units or components are 
included on the plates of characteristics or in the regulatory 
documentation provided with the product.
To avoid any risk of accident during installation, commissioning 
or maintenance, it is obligatory to take into consideration the 
following specifi cations for the units: refrigerated circuits under 
pressure, refrigerant presence, electrical voltage presence and 
implantation place.
All operations on the unit must be carried out by authorized, 
qualifi ed and trained people to do it using appropriate tools.
All refrigerant charging, removal and draining operations 
must be carried out by a qualifi ed technician and with the 
correct equipment for the unit. Any inappropriate handling 
can lead to uncontrolled fl uid or pressure leaks.
All persons who have to work with the equipment must wear 
personal protective equipment adapted to the intervention on 
the unit:
■ Safety shoes.
■ Safety gloves or specifi c hand protection (cut resistant gloves, 
chemical gloves, thermic gloves, …).
■ Head protection.
■ Ears protection.
■ Eyes or face protection (safety glasses, goggles, facial shed).
■ A2L detector, in units with A2L gas (R-454B).
Additional equipment may be required, depending on the risk 
analysis that must be done prior to any intervention.
The unit must be installed in a place that is not accessible 
The compressor and line surfaces can reach temperatures 
above 100ºC causing burns to the body. In the same 
fashion, under certain conditions these surfaces can reach 
very cold temperatures that can cause freezing risks.
Caution: Before intervening in the unit, verify that the 
main power to the unit is cut off . An electric shock can 
cause personal damage. The main disconnect switch is 
located in the unit’s electrical cabinet.
No combustible matter should be placed within 6.5 
metres of the unit.
Risk of explosion: Never exceed the specifi ed maximum 
operating pressures. 
Verify the allowable maximum high-side and low-side test 
pressures by checking the instructions in this manual and 
the pressures given on the unit name plate.
to the public or protected against access by non-authorized 
persons.
Do not modify or bypass any of the safety guards or switched 
in the system.
Risk of falling: No part of the unit must be used as a 
walk-way, rack or support. Use a platform, or staging to 
work at higher levels.
It is mandatory to use all required PPE for work at height. 
Pay special attention to units with lower supply and/or 
return.
Periodically check and repair or if necessary replace any 
component or piping that shows signs of damage. The 
refrigerant lines can break under the weight and release 
refrigerant, causing personal injury. 
Important: These units are prepared to withstand a maximum 
available pressure of 800 Pa. If there is a higher pressure, 
deformation, breakage, etc., may occur.
In the case of an installation fi re test, the unit can be deformed 
and/or broken. It is necessary to foresee this test and to take 
appropriate measures.