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Related documents...............................................................4
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Explanation of symbols......................................................... 4
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Intended use....................................................................... 4
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Operation........................................................................... 4
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Disposal.............................................................................11
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1 Important notes
Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guidelines, and warnings included in this product manual in order
to ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.
By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read all instructions, guidelines, and warnings carefully and that you under-
stand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein. You agree to use this product only for the intended pur-
pose and application and in accordance with the instructions, guidelines, and warnings as set forth in this product manual as well as
in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may
result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product or damage to other property in the vicinity. This product manual,
including the instructions, guidelines, and warnings, and related documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-
date product information, please visit documents.dometic.com.
2 Related documents
Find the installation and operating manual online on
qr.dometic.com/besFpV.
3 Explanation of symbols
A signal word will identify safety messages and property damage messages, and also
will indicate the degree or level of hazard seriousness.
WARNING!
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or se-
rious injury.
NOTICE!
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.
NOTE Supplementary information for operating the product.
3.1
Supplemental directives
To reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, please observe the following directives be-
fore proceeding to install and operate this appliance:
• Read and follow all safety information and instructions.
• Read and understand these instructions before installing this product.
• The installation must comply with all applicable local or national codes, including
the latest edition of the following standards:
U.S.A.
• ANSI/NFPA70, National Electrical Code; ABYC E-11AC and DC Electrical Systems
on Boats
• ANSI/NFPA1192, Recreational Vehicles Code
Canada
• CSA C22.1, Parts l and ll, Canadian Electrical Code
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• ABYC E-11 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles
3.2
Safety instructions
WARNING! Electrical shock, fire, and/ or explosion hazard
Failure to obey the following warnings could result in death or serious injury.
Use only Dometic replacement parts and components that are specifi-
cally approved for use with the appliance.
Avoid improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or mainte-
nance of the appliance. Service and maintenance must be done by a
qualified service person only.
Do not change this product in any way. Modification can be extremely
hazardous.
This product should be installed in a controlled, indoor environment.
4 Intended use
The CapTouch control is a user-friendly capacitance touchscreen display for basic
thermostat operation. The micro controller-based unit is designed for use with direct
expansion (DX), reverse-cycle air-conditioning systems, and chilled-water systems (CW).
The display panel has 34 programmable parameters, automatic and manual fan speeds,
standard and optional sensor inputs, and fits both Vimar® Idea and Eikon switch bezels.
This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance
with these instructions.
This manual provides information that is necessary for proper installation and/or opera-
tion of the product. Poor installation and/or improper operation or maintenance will re-
sult in unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the product resulting
from:
• Incorrect installation, assembly or connection, including excess voltage
• Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts provid-
ed by the manufacturer
• Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
• Use for purposes other than those described in this manual
Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.
5 Operation
This section describes the cycle, programming, and functions for the CapTouch
controls.
NOTICE! Cool-only units do not heat unless equipped with auxiliary
heating. Failure to obey this notice will cause the unit to cool in both
modes.
If the unit is cool-only, change parameter P-13 to CL, then select AU-
TOMATIC mode.
Do not set the unit to AUTOMATIC mode before changing parameter
P-13 to CL.
Refer to
"Selecting a
NOTE When used with an optional auxiliary electric heater, the fan remains
ON for four minutes after the heater cycles OFF, even if the fan is set to cycled
operation.
NOTE The images in this section show the CapTouch control display, unless
otherwise indicated.
Parameter".