Dometic CA1000 installation manual Steps for installation, Making a new opening

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Dometic CA1000 Installation

zThe roof inclination of the mounting surface may not be more than 8° to the front and 0° to the rear.

dImproper 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.

There are two ways of installing the air conditioner:

z Making a new opening (see chapter “Making a new opening” on page 27). In this case the opening must be reinforced by an appropri- ate frame.

z Use of the existing roof hatch openings (ventilation hatch) in the vehi- cle (see chapter “Installation in an existing sunroof opening” on page 28).Warning – danger of injury

IThe roof air conditioner must be installed by qualified personnel of a spe- cialist company. All of the above points, in particular those concerning structural engineering, must be clarified with the vehicle manufacturer.Note

7.2Steps for installation

aCheck whether the roof of the vehicle is able to support your weight be- fore climbing onto it. Ask the vehicle manufacturer about the permitted roof loads.Caution – risk of damage

7.2.1Making a new opening

dAlways wear the recommended protective clothing (e. g. protective gog- gles, gloves).Warning – danger of injury

IDrill out the corners before sawing.

Use a reinforcement frame made of wooden battens.

➤Select an area at the centre on the roof between two longitudinal sup- ports.

➤Use a felt pen to mark a square opening of 400 mm x 400 mm (fig. 3, page 2).

➤Carefully cut an opening on the roof using a keyhole saw or a similar tool. Make sure no electrical power cables are damaged (fig. 4, page 3).Note

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