Dometic CARAVAN MODEL B3200 operating instructions Installation Instructions

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Specifications

Model No.

B3200

Electric

 

 

Heater

 

 

 

Type

3253.331

 

 

 

 

Nominal Compressor

 

 

Capacity (KW)

3.2

1.5

 

 

 

Electrical Rating

220-240 VAC 50Hz., 1 Ph

 

 

 

Full Load Amps

 

 

(Compressor / Motor)

5.2 / 0.8

6.0 / 0.8

 

 

 

Locked Rotor Amps

 

 

(Comp / Motor)

24 / 5.0

6.0 / 5.0

 

 

 

Circuit Protection

10 Amp Time Delay Fuse,

 

or Circuit Breaker

 

 

 

Input Power (KW)

1.35

1.64

 

 

 

Minimum Wire Size

Up to 8 meters

 

use 1mm2, Copper

 

 

 

** Generator Size

1 Unit - 3.5KW

 

2 Units - 5.0KW

 

 

 

**The Manufacturer gives GENERAL guidelines for gen- erator requirements. These guidelines come from experi- ences people have had in actual applications.

When sizing the generator, the total power usage of your Caravan must be considered. Keep in mind generators lose power at high altitudes and from lack of maintenance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

A. Precautions

Improper installation may damage equipment, could endanger life, cause serious injury and/ or property damage.

1.Read Installation and Operating Instructions care- fully before attempting to start your air conditioner installation.

2.The Manufacturer will not be liable for any damages or injury incurred due to failure in following these instructions.

3.Installation must comply with all applicable codes and/or regulations.

4.DO NOT add any devices or accessories to this air conditioner except those specifically authorized by The Manufacturer.

5.This equipment must be serviced by qualified personnel and some local codes and regulations require these people to be licensed.

B. Choosing Proper Location For The Air Conditioner

This air conditioner is specifically designed for installation on the roof of a Caravan. When determining your cooling requirements, the following should be considered:

Size of Caravan;

Window area (increases heat gain);

Amount of insulation in walls and roof;

Geographical location where the Caravan will be used;

Personal comfort level required.

1.Normal Location-The air conditioner is designed to fit over an existing roof vent opening.

FIG. 1

2.Other Locations-When no roof vent is available or another location is desired, the following is recom- mended:

a.For one unit installation: The air conditioner should be mounted slightly forward of center (front to back) and centered from side to side.

b.For two unit installations: Install one Air Condi- tioner 1/3 and one Air Conditioner 2/3’s from front of Caravan and centered from side to side.

FIG. 2

 

 

1/2L

L

L

 

 

 

 

2/3L

 

 

1/3L

It is preferred that the air conditioner be installed on a relatively flat and level roof section measured with the Caravan parked on a level surface.

Note: A 8° slant to either side is acceptable, but a Front to Back slant is not acceptable.

FIG. 3

Font to Back Slope Is NOT ACCEPTABLE

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Contents Model General Information Safety InstructionsRecognize Safety Information Understand Signal WordsChoosing Proper Location For The Air Conditioner Installation InstructionsRoof Preparation Placing Air Conditioner On The Roof Installing The Air Conditioner Air Distribution Box Installation Operating InstructionsControls Heating Operation If so equipped Customer MaintenanceCooling Operation Fan OperationRoof Mount Assembly Air Conditioner Passed Dielectric