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The SKIMO SPLIT must be maintained and cleaned up regularly from dust, vegetal or other wastes or combustibles
to avoid risks of fire. The frequencies listed below are for reference only. The maintenance must be done more
frequently if the working environment can lead to clogging up, premature wear or deterioration of some parts.
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The SKIMO SPLIT unit contains parts that are moving that can present a danger. Never disable the security features.
Always turn the unit and the vehicle off before opening the cover or taking the cabin panel off.
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Switch the unit off before any maintenance.
Every 50 hours :
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Clean the dust filter
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Check the condenser, the ventilator, the main casing. Clean if necessary
In winter :
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Turn the Skimo A/C unit on once a week even for a short time (1 minute) to guarantee the lubrication of the seals
inside the A/C circuit
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Every 200 hours :
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Check the motor-compressor belt tension:
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Tension too high: Risk of premature wear of the compressor bearings.
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Tension too low: Risk of premature belt wear.
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Replace the air filter (annexe).
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Check that the water drain holes in the main casing and in the evaporator casing are not clogged up.
Every two years: (To be done by an A/C specialist)
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Clean the condenser and the evaporator coils. Clean the water drain holes in the main casing and in the evaporator casing.
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Recover the A/C circuit gas and replace the receiver dryer (annexe).
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Check the A/C circuit air tightness.
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Recharge the circuit and check the thermostat and the pressure switch.
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Check the oil level.
Every five years or 2000 hours: (To be done by an A/C specialist)
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Check and tighten all the screws and nuts.
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Replace the motor-compressor belt.
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