Safety considerationsGeneral informationThis installation and start-upinstructions literature is for horizontaland vertical Room Fan Coils. Fancoils are hydronic terminal unitsdesigned for year-round cooling orcooling/heating. Your equipment isinitially protected under the ZehnderRittling standard 2-year warrantyprovided the steps outlined inthis manual for initial inspection,installation, periodic maintenanceand normal every day operationof the equipment are followed.This manual should be thoroughlyreviewed prior to the installation,start-up or maintenance of theequipment. If any questions arise,please contact your local ZehnderRittling sales representative orthe factory before proceeding anyfurther.There are a multitude of optionsand accessories available with theequipment covered in this manual.For more specific details on theincluded options and accessories,refer to the order acknowledgment,approved submittals and catalogs.All fastening devices must bedesigned to mechanically holdthe assembly in place withoutthe ability to loosen or breakaway due to system operation orvibration.All power must be disconnectedand locked out before anyinstallation or service isperformed to avoid electrocutionor shock. More than one powersource may be supplied to a unit.Power to remote mounted unitsmay not be supplied through theunit.Electric resistance heatingelements must be disconnectedprior to servicing to avoid burns.Never use bulky or loose fittingclothing when working on anymechanical equipment. Glovesshould always be worn forprotection against heat, sharpedges and all other possiblehazards. Safety glasses shouldalways be worn, especially whendrilling, cutting or working withchemicals.Never pressurize equipmentbeyond specified pressuresas shown on unit rating plate.Always pressure test with aninert fluid such as water ordry nitrogen to avoid possibledamage or injury in the event of aleak or component failure duringtesting.Always protect adjacentflammable material when weldingor soldering. Use a suitable heatshield material to contain sparksor drops of solder. Have a fireextinguisher readily available.Please follow standard safepractices regarding the handling,installing or servicing ofmechanical equipment.The installation of Room FanCoil units and all associatedcomponents, parts andaccessories which make upthe installation, shall be inaccordance with the regulationsof all authorities havingjurisdiction and must conform toall applicable codes. Only trainedand qualified service personnelusing good judgment and safepractices should install, repairand/or service air conditioningequipment.Untrained personnel can performbasic maintenance functionssuch as cleaning coils andcleaning or replacing filters.All other operations should beperformed by trained servicepersonnel. When working on airconditioning equipment, observeprecautions in the literature,tags and labels attached to theequipment and all other safetyprecautions that may apply.Improper installation, adjustment,alteration, service, maintenance,or use can cause explosion,fire, electrical shock or otherhazardous conditions whichmay cause serious personalinjury and/or property damage.Consult a qualified installer,service agency, or your salesrepresentative for information orassistance.The equipment must always beproperly supported by rigging andlifting equipment. Any temporarysupports used during installationor maintenance must be designedto adequately hold the equipmentin place until equipment ispermanently fastened and setin its final location. All supportsmust meet applicable local codesand ordinances.22 General information