Vaillant AROTHERM VWL ../2 A series Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety 10020151761_04 aroTHERM Operating instructions 71.2.16 Avoid environmentaldamage caused byescaping coolantThe product contains R410Acoolant. The coolant must notbe allowed to escape into theatmosphere. R410A is a fluor-inated greenhouse gas coveredby the Kyoto Protocol, with aGWP of 1725 (GWP = GlobalWarming Potential). If this gasescapes into the atmosphere,its impact is 1725 times greaterthan the natural greenhousegas CO2.Before the product is disposedof, the coolant that is containedin it must be completely drainedinto a suitable vessel so thatit can then be recycled or dis-posed of in accordance withregulations.▶ Ensure that only officially cer-tified competent persons withappropriate protective equip-ment carry out maintenancework on the coolant circuit oraccess it.▶ Arrange for the coolant con-tained in the product to berecycled or disposed of bycertified competent persons inaccordance with regulations.1.3 Intended use1.3.1 State-of-the-arttechnologyThe Vaillant aroTHERM heatpump systems are construc-ted using state-of-the-art tech-nology in accordance with therecognised safety rules andregulations. However, there isa risk of injury or death to theuser or others, or of damage tothe product and other property,in the event of improper use oruse for which it is not intended.1.3.2 User qualificationThis product can be used bychildren aged from 8 yearsand above and persons withreduced physical, sensory ormental capabilities or lack ofexperience and knowledge ifthey have been given supervi-sion or instruction concerninguse of the product in a safe wayand understand the hazards in-volved. Children must not playwith the product. Cleaning anduser maintenance work mustnot be carried out by childrenunless they are supervised.1.3.3 Intended useThe Vaillant aroTHERM heatpump is designed for use as aheat generator for closed heat-ing installations. Operation of