PLEIN-AIRCON SW012T08 Plein Aircon Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- PLEIN-AIRCON
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PLEIN-AIRCON SW012T08 Plein Aircon Instruction Manual
SW PLEIN AIRCON 12V
This manual contains the information for the use and maintenance instructions. We recommend the user to keep it in safe and clean place.
DESCRIPTION
The Plein-Aircon roof-top air conditioner is an innovative IndelB product to be installed on campervans equipped with a 12 Vdc power supply (an optional 12 Vdc – 230 Vac 50 Hz power supply kit is available on the catalog).
It can operate in two modes (one of which is optional):
- 12 V (standard mode), connected to the service battery. The air conditioner can work if the vehicle is either stationary or moving.
- 12 V and 230 V (optional mode), connected to the service battery and to the mains (it requires a 230 V Smart Switch transformer kit, optional). The air conditioner can work if the vehicle is either stationary or moving.
The Plein-Aircon roof-top unit includes all the necessary components for the air conditioning function (the condenser, the evaporator, the hermetic compressor and the fans) and it is combined with an air diffuser equipped with adjustable vents, to be installed indoors against the roof of the vehicle.
Easy to install, only the electrical connection is needed for start up.
The air conditioner is equipped with a closed circuit with reduced need for
maintenance and it works with a R134a coolant.
| MODELLO | SW PLEIN AIRCON 12V |
|---|---|
| Compressor | Direct Current single compressor |
| Input Voltage | 12 V dc / (Optional 230 V adapter) |
| Coolant | R134a |
| Coolant load | 400 g |
| Cooling capacity | 1200 W (max) |
| Power consumption 12 V (Ind. / Outd. temperature 32° C) | 16 A/h (auto) / 42 |
A/h (max)
Power consumption 12 V in heavy conditions| 48 A/h
Dimensions external unit (HxWxD)| 246x670x800 mm
Dimensions internal unit (air diffuser) (HxWxD)| 50x533x600 mm
Dimensions roof cut-out (WxD)| 400×400 mm
Roof thickness (min-max)| 30-70 mm
Weight| External unit: 23,1 kg Internal unit (air diffuser): 2,1 kg Fixing
kit: 2,7 kg
Number of air vents| 2 / 2 (front / rear)
Number of blower speeds| 3 + auto
Air flow rate (static pressure = 0 Pa)| 350 m3/h
Remote control| Yes
Timer| Yes
Battery protection| Yes
Starting current| Very low starting current
Soft-start function| Yes
Best for vehicle lenght| 6 m (max)
Indoor replaceable air filters| Yes
Test markes| E-mark / EMC
OPERATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
- OPERATION MODE: air conditioning dehumidifying ventilation .
- AN SPEED: auto, high, medium, low.
- The TIMER function for programmed switching on and off.
- The SLEEP function for night-time operation.
- The CLOCK function is always on to view the current time.
- The remote control works with 2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries.
- MIN-MAX button: by pressing the MIN-MAX button on the air diffuser, you can manually increase the power (see AIR DIFFUSER).
- BATTERY PROTECTION: if the voltage value of the auxiliary battery, to which the conditioner is connected, falls below ~10 V, the protection system stops the system operation. This condition is displayed by alternately flashing the green and red LEDs located near the MIN-MAX button on the air diffuser. The flashing of the LEDs remains until the battery voltage value returns above 11.5 V, thus allowing the system to resume operation that was previously interrupted (without manual intervention).
REMOTE CONTROL
| KEY FUNCTION | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| I/O (ON/OFF) | It turns the air conditioner on/of |
| MODE | It allows to choose in sequence among the 3 working modes: air |
conditioning dehumidification ventilation .
FAN| Allows you to choose sequentially between ventilation speeds: auto, high,
medium, low. In dehumidification mode (at start-up), ventilation is always at
minimum speed.
TEMP| They allow to choose the desired temperature between 15 °C and 30 °C
TIMER| It allows to choose in sequence: ON ← OFF OFF (tempo nelle funzioni);
ON→OFF (scheduled shutdown); (no scheduling). When a schedule is set, the ˄ ˅
key allows to choose the desired time from 1h to 16h.
TIME| It allows to modify the time in the dedicated functions.
CLOCK| It allows to adjust the time. Press CLOCK; then press SET to choose the
digits to be changed; press ˄ ˅ to change the chosen hour or minute.
SLEEP| Turns off the system after 8 hours from activation and during this time
the temperature gradually increases by 2° from the set temperature. It works
only in the following mode: air conditioning .
LOCK| Press the button with a pointed object to lock / unloack the keyboard.
CAUTION
- There is a 3-minute delay between start-ups to protect the compressor.
- The AUTO function and the HEATING function are disabled, so pressing the relevant buttons on the remote control DOES NOT have any effect.
AIR DIFFUSER
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The MIN-MAX button, located on the air diffuser, allows the user to choose the power according to his or her needs: MIN (minimum power) – MAX (maximum power).
The system is always activated in MIN mode, even if it was in MAX mode when it was previously switched off.
Each press of the button corresponds to a change in the operating mode between MIN and
MAX.
The active operating mode is indicated by the corresponding LED lighting up: MIN = green;
MAX = red.
The start-up duration of the active LED is set to 5 minutes; after this time it turns off not to disturb with its brightness, for example, the night rest.
The MAX mode of operation may remain active indefinitely; therefore, even if the system is safeguarded by the BATTERY SAVER system, attention must be paid to the residual charge of the battery to which it is connected. -
Treated air is distributed from the diffuser to the interior of the vehicle through two sets of slots, with the possibility of directing the flow by means of manually adjustable internal deflectors. You can also choose to have more air from one side than the other and vice versa by manually moving the internal deflector using the slider located in the center of the air diffuser.
SIGNALS AND ERRORS
The infrared receiver “B.1”, mounted on the air diffuser, is equipped with two
LEDs: green and yellow that provide information on the operating status of the
system.
| LED | ON | OFF | FLASHING |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREEN | Compressor running | Compressor not running | – |
| YELLOW | Air conditioner on ON | Air conditioner off OFF | Probe(s) error |
The infrared receiver “B.1”, mounted on the air diffuser, is also equipped with a RESET button that allows to bring the electronic board back to the initial conditions (to press the button use a sharp object).
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
- Plein-Aircon is designed to cool and dehumidify your vehicle during hot and sultry summer nights. If it is switched on in MAX mode immediately after the traditional air conditioning has been turned off, it can prolong its beneficial effect even during the day.
- To improve the efficiency of the air conditioner, it is advisable, if possible, to park the campervan away from the sun.
- To improve the efficiency of the air conditioner, it is advisable to keep the windows of the campervan closed to avoid dispersion of fresh air and intake of heat and humidity.
- To improve the efficiency of the air conditioner, it is advisable during the short daytime stops of the camper-van exposed to sunlight, in order to reduce the temperature increase due to the greenhouse effect, to keep the second roof hatch (if present) slightly open.
- During the use in battery mode, in order to improve the efficiency of the air conditioner, it is advisable to set a rather low initial temperature when it is turned on, in order to quickly reduce the initial impact of the heat accumulated in the campervan after a long exposure to the sun’s rays, but subsequently, when it is running, set a temperature only a few degrees lower than the external temperature. By doing so, the air conditioner will operate by performing work cycles under optimal conditions, definitely reducing energy consumption, and still ensuring a pleasant and not too cold temperature on board.
Remember that the perceived well-being results from the lowering of temperature but, above all, from the reduction of humidity. As a matter of fact, Plein-Aircon, in addition to cooling the air, simultaneously dehumidifies it, allowing for good thermal comfort even at high temperatures, thanks to its dehumidifying effect. It is therefore useless to set 18° C when the outside temperature is 35° C.
MAINTENANCE
- The maintenance of the air conditioner is quite limited.
- Do not leave idle for a long time but start the air conditioner at least once a month even in winter, since the operation ensures the lubrication of some components that would dry out if left idle for a long time.
- Before performing any work or maintenance involving the removal of the roof unit cover and the air diffuser, which may result in contact with electrical parts, DISCONNECT the vehicle battery and DISCONNECT any 230V power supply.
- If there is a rooftop air conditioner, never drive your camper-van into an automatic wash station.
- The outer cover and internal air diffuser should be cleaned periodically, using a damp cloth to remove dust. If necessary, use a mild detergent. Do not use gasoline or solvents.
- It is sufficient to clean the condenser coil annually (by removing the outer cover) with compressed air, taking care not to damage the aluminum fins.
On them, insects, lint, and other bodies can be deposited, leading to a reduction in the efficiency of the heat exchanger.
At the same time it is advisable to check the operation of the condenser electric fan. It must be kept in mind that cleaning the condenser and checking that it is properly ventilated are extremely important operations. In fact, a very dirty or unventilated condenser not only causes a reduction in the performance of the air conditioning system, but it may also cause a reduction in the life of the compressor or even break it. Una volta ogni due mesi, occorre pulire con aria compressa i filtri “B.2” presenti sui fianchi del diffusore.
Once every two months, it is necessary to clean with compressed air, the filters “B.2” on the sides of the air diffuser.
It is advisable to replace the filters every year.
It is advisable to avoid operating the air conditioner without filters, as
dirt may accumulate on the evaporator coil causing a reduction in the
efficiency of the system.
The air conditioner is supplied loaded with refrigerant and tested. The refrigerant used is R134a and the load is: see TECHNICAL FEATURES.
The hermetically cooling system is subjected to careful control to detect any anomalies and gas leaks.
- Any repairs or work on refrigerant charging and recovery must be carried out by authorized IndelB workshops and qualified personnel.
ONLY FOR SALES WITHIN THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY (EU)
This appliance is marked according to the European Directive 2012/19 / EU
(WEEE). The symbol on the product indicates that this product should not be
treated as household waste.
Ensure that this product is not entered as part of the flows of municipal
waste but treated as professional WEEE.
Indel B S.p.a.
Via Sarsinate, 27
47866 – Sant’Agata Feltria (RN), Italia
T. 0541 848 711 – F. 0541 848 741
[email protected]
For sales and service in USA:
Indel B North America
100 Triport Circle
Georgetown, KY 40324
Ph 502.863.0373
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