Dometic BRISK 2 User manual

AIR CONDITIONERS

BRISK 2

BR342

Air conditioning roof unit

Installation and Operating Manual

Dometic BR342 Explanation of symbols

EN 3

Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and start-up, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the

device to another person, hand over this instruction manual along with it.

Table of contents

1Explanation of symbols..........................................................................................................................................................3

2Safety and installation instructions .......................................................................................................................................4

3Target group for this instruction manual...............................................................................................................................6

4Required components ...........................................................................................................................................................6

5Intended use ..........................................................................................................................................................................7

6Labels .....................................................................................................................................................................................7

7Installation .............................................................................................................................................................................8

6Operating instructions .........................................................................................................................................................19

7Troubleshooting & Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................22

8Disposal................................................................................................................................................................................24

9Technical data......................................................................................................................................................................26

1 Explanation of symbols

DANGER!

Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction will cause fatal or serious injury.

WARNING!

Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or serious injury.

CAUTION!

Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to injury.

NOTICE!

Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair the function of the product.

Note

Supplementary information for operating the product.

➤Action: This symbol indicates that action is required on your part. The required action is described step-by-step.

✓This symbol describes the result of an action.

Fig. 1-5, page 3: This refers to an element in an illustration. In this case, item 5 in figure 1 on page 3.

Safety and installation instructions Dometic BR342

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2 Safety and installation instructions

Please observe the prescribed safety instructions and stipulations from the vehicle manufacturer

and service workshops.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:

Faulty assembly or connection

Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and excess voltage

Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer

Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual

2.1 Handling the device

WARNING!

Installation and repair of the roof air conditioner may only be carried out by qualified personnel who are familiar

with the risks involved and the relevant regulations. Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards. For repair

service, please contact the service centre in your country (addresses on the back page).

Electrical devices are not toys.

Keep electrical devices out of reach of children or infirm per-sons. Do not allow them to use electrical

devices without super-vision.

Persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities or whose lack of experience and knowledge prevent them

from using the device safely should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Do not undo the upper cover of the roof air conditioner in the event of a fire. Use approved extinguishing agents

instead. Do not use water to extinguish fires.

CAUTION!

The roof air conditioner must be installed securely so that it can-not fall down.

Only operate the roof air conditioner if you are certain that the housing and the cables are not damaged.

Do not use the roof air conditioner near flammable fluids or in closed rooms.

Make sure no combustible objects are stored or installed near the air outlet. A distance of at least 50 cm must be

kept.

Do not reach into air outlets or insert any foreign objects in the device.

NOTICE!

Only use the device as intended.

The roof air conditioner is not suitable for use in agricultural or construction vehicles.

Do not make any alterations or conversions to the device.

Never drive through automatic car washes when the roof air conditioner is mounted.

If faults occur in the refrigerant circuit, the system must be checked by a specialist company and repaired properly.

The refrigerant must never be released into the air

Dometic BR342 Safety and installation instructions

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Note

Please ask your vehicle manufacturer if a technical inspection is required after fitting an air conditioner and whether

the height entered in the vehicle documents needs to be altered:

–BR342: increased height 283 mm.

2.2 Handling electrical cables

WARNING!

The electrical power supply may only be connected by a qualified electrician.

CAUTION!

Fit a fuse of at least 10 A to the connection with the vehicle’s power supply.

Attach and lay the cables so that they cannot be tripped over or damaged.

NOTICE!

Use cable ducts to lay cables through walls with sharp edges.

Do not lay loose or bent cables next to electrically conductive materials (metal).

Do not pull on the cables.

Target group for this instruction manual Dometic BR342

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3 Target group for this instruction manual

The instructions in this manual are intended for qualified personnel at workshops who are familiar with the guidelines

and safety precautions to be applied.

4 Required components

No. in fig. 1

Quantity

Description

BR342 Rooftop Air-conditioner

Air Distribution Box

Duct Divider

Ceiling Template

ADB Cover

Sheet Metal Screws

Mounting Bolts

Wood Screws

Front / Rear Vent Doors

Remote Control

Batteries

Filter

Figure 1 –Required components

Dometic BR342 Intended use

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5 Intended use

The Dometic BR342 roof air conditioner can condition the interior of campers and caravans with cool or warm

dehumidified air.

The roof air conditioner is not suitable for installation in construction machines, agricultural machines or similar

equipment. It will not work properly if exposed to strong vibrations.

Do not operate the roof air conditioner if the ambient temperature is above 43 °C.

6 Labels

Labels are attached to the Dometic BR342 roof air conditioner. These labels provide the user and fitter with information

on specifications of the device.

A label is applied to the base of the rooftop unit and can be read from inside the RV through the roof opening. This label

provides details on the rooftop unit.

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7 Installation

CAUTION! Beware of injury

The roof air conditioner may only be installed by qualified personnel. The following information is intended

for technicians who are familiar with the guidelines and safety precautions to be applied.

5.1 Note on installation

Read this installation manual completely before installing the roof air conditioner.

The following tips and instructions must be observed while installing the roof air conditioner:

DANGER! Danger of electrocution

Disconnect all power supplies when working on the roof air conditioner.

CAUTION! Beware of injury

Improper installation of the roof air conditioner can result in irreparable damage to the device and put the safety

of the user at risk.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for malfunctions and for the safety of the roof air conditioner, especially for

injury and/or damage to property, if the roof air conditioner is not fitted in accordance with these installation

instructions.

Always wear the recommended protective clothing (e.g. protective goggles, gloves).

NOTICE! Beware of damage

Observe the structural engineering of the vehicle and seal of all openings made when installing the roof air

conditioner.

Check whether the roof of the vehicle is able to support the weight of a person before climbing onto it. Ask the

vehicle manufacturer about the permissible roof loads.

Note on transport

Always have someone help you carry the roof air conditioner.

Always lift the roof air conditioner to move it and never drag it over the roof.

Do not use the rear or side ventilation slots to lift it.

Note on installation location

Before installing the roof air conditioner, check whether any vehicle components could be damaged by the installation of the roof

air conditioner (such as lamps, cupboards, doors).

Before installation, find out (by consulting the manufacturer of the vehicle) whether the construction is designed for the static

weight and the loads of the air conditioner when the vehicle is in motion. The manufacturer of the roof air conditioner assumes

no liability whatsoever.

Dometic BR342 Installation

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The vehicle manufacturer may have already provided points where the opening for the installation of the roof air conditioner can

be made without any risk of weakening the construction or cutting power cables. If not, fitment of a roof H-frame may be

required. These are available separately.

Select a flat and sufficiently level area at the centre of the vehicle roof between two longitudinal sections for installation.

The roof inclination of the installation surface may not exceed 15°.

The unit should be mounted slightly forward of centre (front to back) and centred from side to side.

When installing 2 units, place one unit 1/3 and one unit 2/3’s from front of RV and centred from side to side.

Make sure no combustible objects are stored or installed near the air outlet. A distance of at least 457 mm should be kept.

Check inside the vehicle for air distribution box (ADB) obstructions (i.e. door openings, room dividers, curtains, ceiling fixtures,

etc.).

Make sure that there are no objects within the vehicle which could obstruct the attachment of the air outlet unit or the cooled air

from flowing through the swivelling air distribution nozzles.

For safety reasons, note the location of existing wiring harnesses, wires and other components within the installation area, in

particular those which are not visible, when installing the roof air conditioner (when drilling or screwing etc.).

Note on electrical system

Only a qualified electrician should connect the roof air conditioner to the electrical power.

Check that the voltage specification on the type plate is the same as that of the power supply.

Do not lay cables which are loose or bent next to electrically conductive material (metal).

Install an all-pole switch with a contact opening width of at least 3 mm on the installation side.

5.2 Roof preparation

Note

Opening Requirements: Before preparing the ceiling opening, read all of the following instructions

before beginning the installation.

Roof vent removal (if required):

➤Unscrew and remove the roof vent.

➤Remove all caulking compound around opening.

➤Seal all screw holes and seams where the roof gasket will be located. Use a good grade of all weather sealant.

➤If the opening exceeds 352 ×352mm, it will be necessary to re-size the opening.

➤If the opening is less than 346 ×346mm must be enlarged.

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New opening

➤Carefully mark and cut the required roof opening.

➤Use the roof opening as a guide and cut the matching hole in the ceiling.

65mm

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