Maintaining The Heating System; Air Circulation - Alde Compact 3010 Notice D'emploi Et Manuel D'installation

tHe Heating Cartridges
All Compact 3010s are fitted with two
230 V heating cartridges with a maximum
output of either 2100 or 3150 W. Select
the heating cartridge output on the control
panel.
Always check that the input fuse of the
vehicle has the correct amperage in
relation to the selected output. Note these
ratings are for the boiler only.
1050 W requires a 6 amp fuse.
2100 W requires a 10 amp fuse.
3150 W requires a 16 amp fuse.
tHe CirCuLation PumP
A circulation pump is required to circulate
the heated glycol fluid. There are three
types of circulation pumps. A 12 V circula-
tion pump can be fitted in the expansion
tank, a 230 V or a 12 V circulation pump
can be fitted on the boiler. If more than
one circulation pump is installed, the
required circulation pump is selected via
the control panel.
The control panel's room thermostat is
used to control the circulation pump, i.e.
switching on or off, depending on the
heating requirement.
system temPerature
The boiler is set to a system temperature
of 80°C, i.e. the temperature of the glycol
fluid as it circulates in the heating system.

air CirCuLation

In order to achieve the best possible result
from the principle of convected heat, it is
important to allow air to circulate freely
under bunks, and behind backrests and
wall-mounted cabinets. If the vehicle has
a fitted carpet, ensure that the carpet does
not obstruct the air supply to the radiators.
It is just as important that cushions or
blankets do not interrupt the flow of air
behind backrests and wall cabinets.
Air stream
Convectors
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maintaining tHe Heating
system
Wintercamping
While camping during the winter, ensure
that the flue is kept clear of snow and ice,
since the inlet air to the LPG boiler enters
through the flue. Do not start the LPG
boiler until the flue is completely free of
snow. A flue extension (part no. 3000 320)
for fitting on the roof is recommended for
winter camping.
the LPg system
The LPG system should be checked regu-
larly by a professional, who will ensure
that there are no leaks from connections
or hoses.
LPG hoses should be changed accord-
ing to national regulations, maximum of
five years. Check the date stamp on the
hose. Hose has a propensity to dry out
and crack.
To increase safety, we recommend fitting
an Alde leak gauge, type 4071, as close
as possible to the pressure reduction
valve.
Leak gauge, type 4071
the heating system
The heating system is to be filled with a
mixture of cold water and glycol. Use pref-
erably ready-mixed Alde Premium Anti-
freeze, which maintains a high quality and
is especially tested for use in Alde heating
systems. The proportions when using con-
centrated glycol are 60% water and 40%
glycol. If the heating system is exposed to
temperatures lower than -25°C, the glycol
content must be increased but never more
than 50%.
Vessels used when handling the liquid
must be absolutely clean and the pipe in
the heating system must be free from con-
taminants. This is to prevent the growth of
bacteria in the system.
The antifreeze mixture must be changed
every other year as its properties such as
corrosion protection deteriorate over time.
The change interval can be extended to 5
years' of normal operation if Alde Premium
Antifreeze is used.
If the antifreeze level is low, the glycol
content must be checked before topping
up. This is to prevent a high glycol con-
centration. Use the same quality of glycol
mixture as already in the system when
topping up, alternatively use Alde Pre-
mium Antifreeze, which is compatible with
most glycol brands on the market.
Never allow the heating system to stand
empty of glycol.
FiLLing tHe system WitH
gLyCoL FLuid
nb! Any vessels used to carry the fluid
must be spotlessly clean and the pipes in
the system must be free of contamination.
This will prevent the growth of bacteria in
the system.
The system is filled through the expansion
tank, either manually or using the Alde fill-
ing pump which both tops up and bleeds
the system. For manual filling, unfasten
the circulation pump nut (R) and lift the
pump (S) out of the tank. Slowly pour the
glycol mixture into the tank. Bleed the
system. Top up with more liquid if the level
has fallen after bleeding. Bleed a newly-
filled system regularly during the first days
the heating system is in operation.
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