1 General safety precautionsInstaller reference guide4ERLQ004~008CA + EHVZ04+08S18CBDaikin Altherma – Low temperature split4P401676-1D – 2018.07CAUTIONIndicates a situation that could result in minor or moderateinjury.NOTICEIndicates a situation that could result in equipment orproperty damage.INFORMATIONIndicates useful tips or additional information.Symbol ExplanationBefore installation, read the installation andoperation manual, and the wiring instruction sheet.Before performing maintenance and service tasks,read the service manual.For more information, see the installer and userreference guide.1.2 For the installer1.2.1 GeneralIf you are NOT sure how to install or operate the unit, contact yourdealer.NOTICEImproper installation or attachment of equipment oraccessories could result in electric shock, short-circuit,leaks, fire or other damage to the equipment. Only useaccessories, optional equipment and spare parts made orapproved by Daikin.WARNINGMake sure installation, testing and applied materialscomply with applicable legislation (on top of theinstructions described in the Daikin documentation).CAUTIONWear adequate personal protective equipment (protectivegloves, safety glasses,…) when installing, maintaining orservicing the system.WARNINGTear apart and throw away plastic packaging bags so thatnobody, especially children, can play with them. Possiblerisk: suffocation.DANGER: RISK OF BURNING▪ Do NOT touch the refrigerant piping, water piping orinternal parts during and immediately after operation. Itcould be too hot or too cold. Give it time to return tonormal temperature. If you must touch it, wearprotective gloves.▪ Do NOT touch any accidental leaking refrigerant.WARNINGProvide adequate measures to prevent that the unit can beused as a shelter by small animals. Small animals thatmake contact with electrical parts can cause malfunctions,smoke or fire.CAUTIONDo NOT touch the air inlet or aluminium fins of the unit.NOTICE▪ Do NOT place any objects or equipment on top of theunit.▪ Do NOT sit, climb or stand on the unit.NOTICEWorks executed on the outdoor unit are best done underdry weather conditions to avoid water ingress.In accordance with the applicable legislation, it might be necessaryto provide a logbook with the product containing at least: informationon maintenance, repair work, results of tests, stand-by periods,…Also, at least, following information MUST be provided at anaccessible place at the product:▪ Instructions for shutting down the system in case of an emergency▪ Name and address of fire department, police and hospital▪ Name, address and day and night telephone numbers forobtaining serviceIn Europe, EN378 provides the necessary guidance for this logbook.1.2.2 Installation site▪ Provide sufficient space around the unit for servicing and aircirculation.▪ Make sure the installation site withstands the unit's weight andvibration.▪ Make sure the area is well ventilated. Do NOT block anyventilation openings.▪ Make sure the unit is level.Do NOT install the unit in the following places:▪ In potentially explosive atmospheres.▪ In places where there is machinery that emits electromagneticwaves. Electromagnetic waves may disturb the control system,and cause malfunction of the equipment.▪ In places where there is a risk of fire due to the leakage offlammable gases (example: thinner or gasoline), carbon fibre,ignitable dust.▪ In places where corrosive gas (example: sulphurous acid gas) isproduced. Corrosion of copper pipes or soldered parts may causethe refrigerant to leak.1.2.3 RefrigerantIf applicable. See the installation manual or installer reference guideof your application for more information.NOTICEMake sure refrigerant piping installation complies withapplicable legislation. In Europe, EN378 is the applicablestandard.NOTICEMake sure the field piping and connections are NOTsubjected to stress.WARNINGDuring tests, NEVER pressurize the product with apressure higher than the maximum allowable pressure (asindicated on the nameplate of the unit).