DX Modulating

DX Modulating A/C System ❖ INSTALLATION • OPERATION
For DX Modulating SMX II Control Systems using

SMXII and SMXir displays
Revised: 20140404
L-0952 ❖ English
Part Number: LP-28
Table of Contents
Modulating A/C Systems • Introduction Modulating A/C Systems • Operation
Drawings and Diagrams...................................................................4
Air Conditioner Basics......................................................................4 Operating Instructions - SMX II Control Systems
The Effect of Seawater Temperature................................................4 The SMX Keypad/Display............................................................... 17
The Modulating System....................................................................4 The SMXir Remote Control............................................................. 18
How it Works in General...................................................................4
Basic Operation
How it Works in Detail.......................................................................5
Power On........................................................................................ 19
Subsystems......................................................................................6
System Off...................................................................................... 19
Condensate Drain.............................................................................6
Selecting Setpoint.......................................................................... 19
Displaying Temperature.................................................................. 19
Modulating A/C System • Installation Cool Mode...................................................................................... 19
Installation Procedures.....................................................................7 Heat Mode...................................................................................... 19
Electrical System..............................................................................7 Automatic Changeover ................................................................ 19
Voltage and Frequency.....................................................................7 Manual Fan Speed Control............................................................. 19
Automatic Fan Speed Control ........................................................ 19
Installing The Condensing Unit Adjusting Brightness....................................................................... 19
Selecting the Site .............................................................................7 Using The Humidity Control Routine ........................................... 19
Site Location Checklist.....................................................................7 Custom Programming Record........................................................20
Mounting the Condensing Unit.........................................................7
Programming the SMX II System
Installing the Seawater Cooling System Programming Summary Table........................................................21
Importance of a Self-Draining System..............................................8 Factory Memory Reset ................................................................21
Through-Hull Inlet Fitting..................................................................8 Auxiliary (Electric) Heat ...............................................................21
Seacock............................................................................................8 Fahrenheit/Celsius Display ..........................................................21
Strainer.............................................................................................8 Setpoint Differential ......................................................................21
Seawater Pump................................................................................8 Fan Response Differential .............................................................21
Manifolds..........................................................................................8 Continuous Or Intermittent Fan ...................................................22
Overboard Discharge........................................................................9 Low Fan Speed Adjustment ..........................................................22
Seawater Piping ..............................................................................9 High Fan Speed Adjustment .........................................................22
Bonding............................................................................................9 Temperature Calibration ...............................................................22
Installing The Cooling/Heating Unit Humidity Control Program
Selecting the Site .............................................................................9 Programming The Time Period .....................................................23
Site Location Checklist.....................................................................9 Programming The Dehumidification Time ......................................23
Mounting the Cooling/Heating Unit................................................. 10 Recommended Humidity Control Settings......................................23
Installing the Refrigerant Tubing..................................................... 10
Fault Shutdowns and Error Messages
Installing The Air Distribution System Software Error................................................................................23
Return Air Grill ............................................................................... 10 Determining Your Software Version Number...................................24
Ducts.............................................................................................. 10
Ducting Guidelines......................................................................... 10 Compressor Time Delay 24
Discharge Air Grill........................................................................... 11
Owner Maintenance
Installing the Cooling Unit Control Condensate Drains.........................................................................24
SMX II Control System................................................................... 11 Air Filters.........................................................................................24
Installing the Power/Logic Box........................................................ 11 Seawater Connections....................................................................24
Installing the SMXir Keypad/Display............................................... 11 Seawater Pump..............................................................................24
SMX Interconnect Cable................................................................. 11 Seawater Strainer...........................................................................24
Installing the Temperature Sensor ................................................. 12 Refrigerant Gas..............................................................................24
Winterizing the System...................................................................24
Installing the Pump Relay
Location.......................................................................................... 12 Trouble Shooting 24
Operation........................................................................................ 12
Voltage and Triggers....................................................................... 12 Limited Warranty Periods 26
Electrical Connections Owner’s Limited Warranty 27

General Electrical Notes................................................................. 12
Description of Figures 29
Three Phase Power........................................................................ 13
Cruisair Worldwide Service Dealer Locator 41
Final Inspection
Inspecting the Seawater Cooling System....................................... 13
Inspecting the Condensing Unit ..................................................... 13
Inspecting the Cooling/Heating Unit .............................................. 13
Inspecting the Refrigerant Connections ........................................ 14
Inspecting the Air Distribution System............................................ 14
Inspecting the Control and Electrical Wiring................................... 14
Charging the System with Refrigerant
Initial Charging, New System.......................................................... 14
Adjusting the Charge...................................................................... 15
Removing Refrigerant from the System.......................................... 16
Initial Start Up................................................................................. 16
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L-0952 ❖ English
Modulating A/C Systems • Introduction
operate at higher water temperatures, but at reduced capacity.

Warning As the water temperature rises, so does the refrigerant pres-
This manual contains essential information concerning sure. A high-pressure safety switch will shut the unit down if the
the safe and proper installation and operation of water temperature gets too hot, or if there is a loss of cooling
your Cruisair air conditioning system. If there are water flow.
any statements or procedures in this manual that you
do not understand, contact the Dometic Applications
Department for assistance. Phone 804-746-1313 Warning
(8am - 5pm US Eastern Time), Fax 804-746-7248, or Do not operate your A/C unit in water that is colder than
email sales@dometicenviro.com, attention applications 38°F (3.3°C). Doing so could lead to water freezing in
department. the condenser coil, which can cause damage to the unit.
Notice The Modulating System

US federal law prohibits the intentional release of refrig- Unlike a standard DX remote condensing unit system, the
erant gases into the environment, including the Cruisair modulating system allows independent thermostatic
R-22 refrigerant used in most Cruisair air conditioning control of up to five cooling units, all run by one compressor.
systems. Special care must be taken when installing, The FM type modulating condensing unit is cooling only. If
charging, and servicing Cruisair equipment to prevent heat is desired, the cooling units should be ordered with the
any loss of refrigerant. Only EPA certified technicians optional electric heating element. One advantage to this is that
with the proper equipment should perform service on an individual unit can be in heating mode even when the rest of
the refrigerant circuit of the system. the system is cooling.
Drawings and Diagrams How it Works in General

The figures that are referenced throughout this manual can be The Modulating System air conditioner consists of a special
found immediately after the warranty section of the manual. In condensing unit and multiple evaporators (cooling/heating
addition, some Cruisair equipment will be shipped with specific units), connected by copper refrigerant lines. The cooling/
installation sheets or wiring diagrams that may supercede the heating unit, located in the cabin or area to be cooled, consists
information located in this manual. of a blower, an evaporator coil and an optional electric heater.
Each area has an SMX microprocessor control which allows
independent control over that zone.
Air Conditioner Basics
The basic principle of an air conditioner is the movement of The condensing unit, located in the engine room or machinery
heat. In a direct expansion (DX) water-cooled air conditioner, space, consists of a compressor, seawater condenser, com-
heat is transferred from the cabin air to the refrigerant in the pressor relay, and other electrical and refrigeration compo-
cooling unit. The refrigerant is routed back to the condensing nents.
unit where the heat is transferred to the seawater.
Refrigerant lines connect the condensing unit to each cooling
The heat exchange process relies on the movement of both unit, and a pair of signal wires run from each cooling unit to the
cabin air and seawater to work effectively. If airflow or seawater compressor relay on the condensing unit to signal the com-
flow is compromised, the efficiency of the system will drop, and pressor to run.
the unit could shut down on one of its safety protection devic-
es, or eventually become damaged. The cooling/heating unit blower draws warm humid cabin air
across the fins on the evaporator where the heat from the air
Part of the cooling process, in addition to lowering the air tem- is transferred to the refrigerant in the evaporator coil. As this
perature, is the removal of moisture from the air. This lowers happens, moisture in the air is captured on the evaporator coil
the humidity, which makes the area feel more comfortable, in the form of condensation and drips into the base pan. As the
and helps keep the boat dry, reducing mold growth and other refrigerant absorbs the heat from the cabin air, it evaporates
moisture related problems. from a liquid into a gas. The compressor then compresses the
hot gas and pumps it through the outer tube in the condenser
coil. The seawater pump circulates relatively cool seawater
The Effect of Seawater Temperature through the inner tube in the condenser coil. The heat from the
The efficiency of the system is dependent on both the seawater
refrigerant is exchanged to the seawater and discharged over-
and cabin temperatures. The air conditioner works best when
board. This cools the refrigerant and condenses it into a liquid.
the seawater temperature is below 90°F (32°C). The unit will
The liquid refrigerant is then passed through the evaporator
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coil and the cycle repeats. Removing heat and moisture from condenser coil. The high-pressure hot refrigerant gas is cooled
the cabin air lowers its temperature and humidity levels. In the and condenses into a high-pressure liquid as it passes through
electric heat mode, a solenoid valve on the cooling/heating unit the outer tube of the condenser coil. The heat from the refrig-
closes and stops the flow of refrigerant through that one unit erant gas is exchanged to the seawater, which flows through
while the blower remains on. The electric heater energizes, the inner tube of the condenser coil, and is pumped overboard.
warming the cabin air as it is drawn over the heating elements. The refrigerant then flows into the receiver that stores the liquid
The conditioned air is blown through the ducting and out the refrigerant on its way back to the cooling/heating units.
supply air grill(s).
If all cooling/heating units (up to five) are on and running then
The Modulating system can operate up to five independently the system operates just like standard remote DX equipment.
controlled cooling/heating units at one time. Unlike the typical However, as cooling/heating units cycle off and the suction
“split” system, the Modulating system adjusts to the number pressure coming back from those units starts to get lower, the
of cooling/heating units that are on line and operational. The Modulating System starts to compensate for the changes in
control and setpoint of any zone can be set to the desired refrigerant pressure and temperature extremes. The two unique
temperature, heating or cooling, and the Modulating system components on the condensing unit that serve to balance the
will condition that zone accordingly. Note that the cooling units system are the Hot Gas Bypass Valve and the “De-Superheat”
must have the optional electric heaters to heat the cabin. TX Valve.
The cabin controls are independent of each other and relay a The Hot Gas Bypass Valve is positioned between the suction
signal to the condensing unit, turning it on in the cooling mode. line leading into the accumulator and the discharge line coming
If the cabin control is set for heating, a solenoid valve stops the out of the compressor. If the suction pressure gets to low
flow of refrigerant through the cooling/heating unit’s evaporator (<55psi) then the Hot Gas Bypass Valve opens and helps to
coil and energizes the electric heater. The Modulating system raise the suction side pressure.
is designed to provide the most flexibility in independent zone
control of any split refrigerant-based system by providing heat- The TX Valve is positioned between the receiver and the accu-
ing or cooling at the same time, but in different cabins. mulator and senses the temperature of the suction line leading
into the compressor. If the suction temperature gets too high
then the TX Valve opens and flashes cool refrigerant from the
How it Works in Detail receiver to the accumulator, lowering the temperature of the
gas going into the compressor. If the suction side pressure
The Condensing Unit
drops below 35psi then the low-pressure switch will open. The
The modulating condensing unit consists of the compressor,
condensing unit is also equipped with a high-pressure switch
the receiver, the heat exchanger or condenser coil, a hot gas
that opens when the discharge pressure rises above 425psi.
by-pass valve and a “de-superheat” valve, the associated elec-
(See Figure 12)
trical components, and the system service valves. These parts
work together to compress the expanded refrigerant, flowing
back from the cooling unit to the compressor, into a high-pres- The Refrigerant Lines and Manifolds
sure state. The compressed refrigerant then passes through The refrigerant lines are made of copper tube that is sized for
the heat exchanger (condenser coil) where it gives up the heat the BTU load of the system. The suction lines are always larger
that was absorbed in the cooling (evaporator) coil. It is then than the discharge lines. The suction lines must be insulated.
condensed to a liquid state as it flows to the liquid receiver. The They supply both liquid and gas refrigerant to and from the
process is repeated as the refrigerant flows back to the cooling evaporators and the condensing unit. Typically, the condensing
unit. The bypass valve senses the increased pressure when a unit lines are larger and will connect to a refrigerant manifold.
cooling unit is removed from the system, such as when an area At the manifold, the lines will reduce in size to supply the inde-
is thermostatically satisfied, and allows the refrigerant to flow pendent evaporators. (See Figure 11.)
back to the suction side of the compressor.
The Cooling/Heating Units
When cooling is called for by the thermostat control of one of
The cooling/heating units are independently controlled and are
the cooling/heating units, a signal is sent to the compressor
located in the cabin areas. They consist of a blower, air heat
relay. This signal relays power to the compressor allowing it to
exchanger, electric heat element, solenoid valve and control. In
operate. As the system comes on, low-pressure refrigerant gas
the cooling mode, the control sends a signal to the condensing
flows back from the cooling/heating units to the accumulator.
unit to operate. The solenoid valve opens allowing the refrig-
The accumulator is a storage place for the refrigerant and
erant to pass through the air exchanger. The fan’s control and
ensures that only gas, and not liquid, refrigerant makes it back
setpoint operation are typical to any thermostatically controlled
into the compressor. The compressor then compresses the
system. Once the setpoint is reached, the unit slows, and then
refrigerant into a high-pressure gas and discharges it into the
closes the solenoid valve automatically. As the temperature
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rises, the unit will turn on again and continue this cycle main- System Controls
taining the desired room temperature. The SMX II microprocessor circuit board, controlled by the
SMXir keypad/display, provides a comfortable environment and
If heat is needed, the solenoid valve closes, stopping the flow
ensures overall system protection. With over 22 programmable
of refrigerant through the evaporator coil. The electric heat
functions, the SMX can be customized to suit any environmen-
elements are energized and the fan turns on. Once the setpoint
tal application. The SMX monitors incoming line voltage and
is reached, the unit slows, and then turns off automatically. This
extremes in refrigerant pressure, and will shut the system down
cycle will continue also, maintaining the desired room tempera-
to prevent damage if necessary.
ture.
The SMX Control Condensate Drain

The SMX control is a microprocessor cabin control that works When the air conditioner is running in the cooling mode, mois-
in conjunction with the condensing unit’s compressor relay. ture is removed from the air by the evaporator coil. This con-
Once the control is set for either cooling or heating mode and densation is then caught in a drain pan and must be drained
the setpoint is selected, the SMX will automatically maintain off to a sump or overboard. In humid climates the system can
the desired room temperature. It will cycle the blower on and produce a large amount of condensate water that could cause
off, conditioning the cabin air. It will also send a signal to the significant damage to your boat if the drain system doesn’t
condensing unit energizing the compressor in the cooling work properly.
mode. In the heating mode, the signal is relayed from the
compressor to the electric heating elements in the air handler,
heating the air in the cabin.
The Compressor Relay

The compressor relay is located on the condensing unit and
is the hub for the evaporators. It has a series of relays (called
“triggers”), one for each evaporator in the system. As the evap-
orators call for cooling, a signal is sent to the relay box. This
signal energizes a trigger, which in turn relays current to the
compressor. Any number of triggers can be energized at the
same time commanding the compressor to run. The triggers
are independent components and can be added or replaced
as needed. This control box is in addition to the standard start
components required for the compressor.
Subsystems
Subsystems are purchased separately because of the many
variations and options available. These include the seawater,
air distribution, and control subsystems.
Seawater System
The seawater system consists of an inlet through-hull fitting,
water shut-off valve, strainer, pump, and overboard discharge
fitting, all connected by hose or piping. If a single seawater
pump serves multiple condensing units, then a pump relay and
water manifold are required.
Air Distribution System

Cabin air is drawn into the cooling unit through a return air
grill. It is then cooled (or warmed if the electric heat option is
installed) and blown back into the cabin through a ducting sys-
tem. The air should be discharged high in the cabin and away
from the return air grill to ensure good circulation. An air filter is
located on the cooling unit or on the return air grill and must be
cleaned regularly.
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Modulating A/C System • Installation
Installation Procedures heating a motor.

This section covers the installation procedures for the Cruisair
Modulation System, including electrical connections and SMXir
control installation. Please read and understand this manual Installing The Condensing Unit
before attempting to install any equipment.
Ignition Protection Warning
Electrical System Most Cruisair remote condensing units meet federal
Cruisair air conditioning systems are available for use with requirements for ignition protection. However, there are
common power supplies throughout the world. In the United some condensing units, such as those with 3-phase
States and most of North and South America, the systems are compressors, which are not ignition protected. Do not
115V or 230V, 60Hz, single phase AC (alternating current). In install non-ignition protected units in spaces containing
Europe and most of Asia, power systems are typically 230V gasoline engines, tanks, LPG/CPG cylinders, regulators,
50Hz single phase. valves or fuel line fittings. Failure to comply may result in
injury or death.
The compressors used in Cruisair Modulating condensing
units are only available in 230V single phase, 230V 3‑phase,
or 380/460V 3-phase. On 380/460V 3-phase units there is a Selecting the Site
separate lower voltage circuit for the controls, either 115V or Cruisair condensing units are designed to be installed in any
230V. On some power systems this can be supplied by using convenient location. The unit is normally placed in the engine
one input line and the neutral. If not, a separate control power room or other machinery space, but it can be located in the
feed or a transformer will be required. living areas. The condensing unit will produce condensation so
a drain line from the drip pan is needed in these installations.
Running and starting loads of an air conditioning system are The space around the unit can be insulated to reduce noise
often the largest electrical loads on a boat. It is important that if desired. The unit is internally cooled and does not require
the power supply system is large enough to handle these ventilation. The location selected should provide for access
loads. Contact an electrician if you are not sure about the prop- to refrigerant, seawater, and electrical connections and be
er wiring procedures. Always follow local and ABYC codes for accessible for service. It should be installed on a flat, horizontal
proper wiring guidelines. surface away from direct spray from engine air intakes or water
wash-down.
Voltage and Frequency

The voltage rating of a unit is a nominal rating. The available Site Location Checklist
power supply voltage may be higher or lower by as much as • Adequate space for access to refrigerant, seawater and
10% and the system will still operate properly. For example, at electrical connections.
60 Hz, voltages my range from 110VAC to 120VAC, or 208VAC • Accessible for service and maintenance.
to 240VAC, or 440VAC to 480VAC. In a 50Hz environment,
• Flat, horizontal surface.
common voltages range from 220V to 240V, or 380V to 415V.
• Away from direct spray from engine air intakes or water
When choosing a system, the voltage and frequency must be wash-down.
known. While standard 60Hz equipment can often be run at
50Hz, it will experience a 17% drop in performance. However,
50Hz equipment can not be run at 60Hz because the 50Hz Mounting the Condensing Unit
motor will run too fast and become damaged. Seawater pumps Orient the condensing unit (Figure 1) so the refrigerant, elec-
will lose even more performance at 50Hz due to the nature of trical connections and service ports are accessible. Use the
centrifugal pumps. supplied “L” brackets to bolt the unit down. Fasten the mounting
base pan securely in such a way that the unit can be removed
Dedicated 50Hz units will give full performance at 50Hz, and
for future service if need be.
should be used when the system is going to be run exclusive-
ly at 50Hz. If a boat is traveling in 50Hz and 60Hz environ- Do not remove any covers, caps or fittings that may expose any
ments, then 60Hz equipment should be installed, with special wiring or refrigerant. Only remove these items when you are
attention to sizing (especially the pumps) so that the system ready to complete the installation. Removal of any covers may
performs to expectations. When running 60Hz equipment at result in damage to the electrical components. Removal of the
50Hz, the voltage should be reduced by 17% to prevent over- caps or fittings may result in refrigerant loss.
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Installing the Seawater Cooling Seacock
System A bronze, full flow seacock (ball valve type) should be installed
directly onto the through-hull fitting. Use Threaded-seal tape
The seawater system consists of a scoop-type thru-hull fitting, or other sealant on the threads. The seacock must be acces-
water shut-off valve or seacock, strainer, seawater pump, water sible and easy to close in case of emergency, or to clean the
hose and overboard discharge fitting. If more than one con- strainer.
densing unit is using a single seawater pump, a water manifold
and pump relay are also needed.
Strainer
A seawater strainer must be installed between the seacock
Importance of a Self-Draining System and the pump, and should be situated to provide easy access
Along with restricted ducting, a poorly plumbed seawater for cleaning. The strainer must be located vertically above
system is one of the most common installation problems on the seacock and below the pump. Make sure the water flow
marine air conditioners. When water flow is lost, not only will through the strainer is in the correct direction. Some strainers
the air conditioning units no longer cool or heat, the units and have an arrow that shows correct flow direction.
pump could be damaged from running dry.
Mount the strainer to a bulkhead so it is properly supported be-
When using a centrifugal seawater pump, it is imperative fore connecting hoses. Use threaded-seal tape or other sealant
that the seawater piping be routed continually uphill from the on pipe threads.
through-hull inlet, valve, and strainer to the pump and then up
to the condenser, then smoothly up or down to the overboard
discharge, without any dips or loops, and with only one high Seawater Pump
point in the system (usually the condenser coil or the over- Centrifugal pumps are not self-priming, and must be mount-
board discharge). This is said to be self-draining because all ed so that they are below the heeled waterline in any given
water would drain out of the piping if the boat were lifted out of operating condition. The pump should be located so that it is
the water. accessible for future service.
Whenever air gets into the system, which can happen in heavy Mount the pump so the outlet is above the pump and directed
seas or during a sharp turn, it can become trapped in the upward so air can escape thus preventing an air lock in the
pump. Because a centrifugal pump cannot pump air, water flow pump head. The head on some pumps can be rotated to allow
through the system is lost. mounting on a vertical bulkhead. (See
Figure 4.)
A self-draining seawater system will allow air in the piping to
rise naturally through the pump and then be expelled over- Self-priming pumps are available if the pump cannot be mount-
board. It will also make winterizing the system much easier. ed below the waterline.
Figure 6 shows a properly plumbed system and some common
Required seawater flow rate is 4 gpm per ton
plumbing mistakes.
(12,000 Btu/hr) of condensing unit capacity.
Through-Hull Inlet Fitting Manifolds

A separate thru-hull fitting and seacock should be used for
If one seawater pump is serving multiple condensing units,
each seawater pump. Do not attempt to draw seawater from
then a seawater manifold will be needed to supply water to
the engine or generator thru-hull fitting. A scoop-type thru-hull
each unit. This can be as simple as a TEE for two units, or a
is preferred for all installations. It should be installed facing
custom made manifold for three or more units. It is very import-
forward and located as far below the water line and as close
ant to consider manifold orientation so that all condensing units
to the keel as possible, where it will always be underwater.
get the proper flow of water.
Beware of the change of location of the thru hull fitting relative
to the waterline, given the motion of the boat. The ideal location See Figure 5 for manifold information. A manifold can also
is ahead of the stuffing boxes and aft of the forward engine be used on the outlets of the condensing units when using a
bulkhead. single overboard discharge.
To install the through-hull fitting, drill a properly sized hole for

the fitting. Place a bead of marine, underwater sealant around Overboard Discharge
the fitting and secure it through the hull. Tighten the nut onto The overboard fitting should be located 1 to 2 inches (25-50
the fitting. mm) above the vessel’s water line. This is to facilitate visual
confirmation of water flow, but close enough to the water to
minimize splashing noise. If the overboard discharge fitting
must be installed below the heeled water line, then a seacock
must be installed per ABYC standards.
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Seawater Piping Failure to follow this precaution could result in serious
• Use only reinforced marine grade hose or other suitable injury or death.
piping (PVC, CPVC, cupronickel, or stainless steel).
• Double clamp all hose connections, reversing clamps. Ignition Protection Warning
Cooling/heating units do not meet federal requirements
• Use only plastic, bronze, or stainless steel fittings (do not
for ignition protection. Do not install in spaces containing
use brass).
gasoline engines, tanks, LPG/CPG cylinders, regulators,
• Avoid loops or dips in the hose runs. valves or fuel line fittings. Failure to comply may result in
• Make sure enough hose is used to allow future removal of injury or death.
components.
• Use the correct size hose, fittings, and components. Safety Warning
See the table below for proper sizing. Note that the pump Do not terminate air handler condensate drain lines with-
inlet piping (including through-hull and strainer) may need in 3 feet (1m) of any outlet of engine exhaust systems,
to be larger than the outlet pipe size. Do not use pump con- nor in a compartment housing an engine or generator,
nections to determine hose size. nor in a bilge, unless the drain is properly connected to a
• Use larger hose when the run is longer than 16 feet (5m). sealed condensate or shower sump pump. Exhaust and/
or bilge fumes can travel up a drain line and mix with the
• Required seawater flow rate is 4 gpm per ton (12,000 Btu/hr)
of condensing unit capacity. return air blowing into living areas.
Selecting the Site

Bonding Typically the unit is located in the cabin under a bunk or in a
All metallic parts in contact with seawater must be connected locker. The discharge air must be ducted from the cooling unit
to the vessel’s bonding system. This includes the through-hulls, to a grill as high as possible (minimum three feet [1m] above
strainer, bronze pumps, manifolds, and the condensing unit(s). the floor) and away from the return air grill for good air circula-
tion.
It is not necessary that the coil be placed directly behind the

return air grill, but an unobstructed path must be provided for
Installing The Cooling/Heating the air to get to the coil. A 2” (50mm) space in front of the coil
Unit must be maintained if it is not directly behind the return air grill.
Safety Warning Site Location Checklist

A Cruisair cooling/heating unit should never be placed • Unit is not located in an engine room or near an internal
such that it can circulate carbon monoxide, fuel vapors combustion engine.
or other noxious fumes into the boat’s living spaces. • There is no obstruction of airflow from return air grill to coil.
• Accessible for service and maintenance, including the return
Recommended Seawater Pipe Sizes air filter.
Flow Rate Pump Pump • Adequate space for condensate drain connections.
(gpm) Inlet Discharge • Flat, horizontal and sturdy mounting location.
1-4 5/8" 5/8" • Condensate drain can be run continuously downhill from
4-7 3/4" 5/8" unit to overboard fitting or sump.
7 - 11 1" 3/4" • Space is sealed from the bilge, engine room, exhaust fumes
11 - 15 1" 1" or outside air.
15 - 20 1 1/4" 1" • Maximum copper tubing run between condensing unit and
20 - 25 1 1/4" 1 1/4" cooling unit is 50 ft. (15m)
25 - 30 1 1/2" 1 1/4"
30 - 40 1 1/2" 1 1/2" Mounting the Cooling/Heating Unit
40 - 45 2" 1 1/2" Mount the cooling/heating unit (Figure 2) so the condensate
drip pan is beneath the unit. Use the integral mounting brack-
45 - 65 2" 2"
ets to secure the unit in place. Make sure the unit has access
for service. The blower, solenoid valve, and the heater ele-
ments should be accessible. The electrical junction box should
be mounted in a location with easy access.
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Route the condensate drain hose steadily downhill so that the defects to ensure that the joint won’t leak. The flare should be
condensate flows freely to an overboard fitting or sump. Do not large enough in diameter to fill the nut completely.
permit condensation to puddle in the bilge. Cruisair cooling/
heating units have two condensate drains on opposite corners. Use only forged, long-stem flare nuts, such as supplied with
It is recommended to use both drains for best results. If only Cruisair equipment. Flare nuts should be tightened until the nut
one condensate drain is used then plug the other fitting. Use ceases to offer resistance to tightening. This is the point where
threaded-seal tape on the hose barbs for a watertight seal. The the flared portion of the copper tubing is beginning to flow
two drains may be teed together, providing there is a minimum under the force of the nut being tightened.
drop of 2” (50mm) from the drain pan to the tee fitting. After the
condensate drain installation is complete, test the installation
by pouring a quart of water into the pan and checking for good Installing The Air Distribution
flow. System
Refer to Figure 3 for a typical installation and to Figure 7 for
Installing the Refrigerant Tubing proper grill and duct sizes.
Caution
Be careful when bending the extension tubes on the Return Air Grill
evaporators. Do not allow the tubing to kink and do not The return air grill should be located so there is unobstructed
twist or bend the tubing at the connection point close to airflow to the unit’s evaporator coil. Ducting between the return
the coil or the joints may crack. If bending by hand make air grill and the cooling unit is not normally necessary and
large radius bends. Use a tube bender if a tight bend is should be avoided. The grill may be located on a side opposite
required. the evaporator coil so long as airflow to the coil is unobstructed.
Cross sectional area of the airflow path must not be less than
Use refrigerant-grade soft copper tubing to connect the cooling that of the evaporator coil face.
units to the condensing unit. See Figure 11 for correct tubing
sizes. Distribution manifolds or TEE connections may be used An air filter must be used to prevent the evaporator coil from
to split the refrigerant lines from the condensing unit to the collecting dirt and lint. The filter can be located on the evapora-
cooling units. tor coil or at the return air grill. Cooling units are supplied with
an air filter, but if that filter is not easily accessible for periodic
Only use refrigerant-grade seamless soft copper tubing. Never cleaning, then use a filter on the return air grill.
use any type of plastic or rubber hose.
The tubes can run uphill, downhill, or sloping as required, and Ducts
can have as many bends as necessary. Avoid shard bends that Insulated flexible ducting or built-in ducting must be used to
could result in kinks in the tubing. route air from the blower to the discharge grill.
The refrigerant distribution manifolds or TEE connections

should be located to provide (as close as possible) equal Ducting Guidelines
length tubing runs between the manifold and each of the cool- Secure duct to blower or transition box (plenum) with screws
ing units. All flare connections should be made in an accessible and duct tape. When using insulated flexible ducting, make
location for future service. sure inner duct is secured and sealed to the adapter before
pulling insulation over connection.
The suction line must be insulated with closed-cell foam insu-
lation. Do not insulate the suction and discharge lines together. Plenums, or transition boxes are used with flexible ducting to
When sliding the insulation over the tubes, cover the open split and route the discharge air as needed. Figure 8 shows
ends to prevent debris and moisture from contaminating the re- several plenum configurations.
frigerant circuit. After checking for leaks, insulate the flare joints
at the condensing unit, distributors, and cooling units. Secure • Ducting must be properly sized for the airflow. If the duct run
the tubing every 3 feet (1m) as necessary for support. is longer than 10 feet (3m), use the next larger duct size.
• Use of insulated duct is recommended, and is mandatory
The copper tubing is connected to the condensing unit, when used in high heat areas or where condensation might
distribution manifolds, and cooling units with flare joints. To occur.
prevent refrigerant leaks, flares must be formed correctly with
• Rotate blower in the direction of the duct run if possible.
the proper flaring tool. Only 45-degree single flares should
be used. Flares should be made following the instructions of • Install flexible ducting tightly and smoothly, with as few
the particular flaring tool. Make sure to slide the flare nut onto bends as possible.
the tube before flaring. A drop of oil on the tube can help the
process. The surface of the flare must be smooth and free of
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• Keep duct runs as short as possible. • It is very important that the P/L box is mounted in an acces-
sible location.
• Support ducting to prevent sagging during boat operation.
• The SMX P/L board is ignition protected, enclosed, and
• Trim excess ducting before attaching to transition adapters.
operates in ambient temperatures up to 130°F (54°C).
• Make sure ducting is not crushed or kinked.
• The P/L box may be installed in any position.
• Use a flexible transition duct between blower and any built-
• The P/L board dissipates heat when operating, and must be
in ducting.
installed in a ventilated location.
• The P/L box is NOT waterproof and must be placed where it
will NOT get wet.
Discharge Air Grill
Location of the discharge grill should be as high as possible
Installing the SMXir Keypad/Display
in the cabin (minimum three feet (1m) above the floor), and
The SMXir keyboard/display should be installed so it is both
oriented so that airflow between the discharge and return
visible and accessible. It should be placed in plain view and
encompasses as great an area as possible. Care should be
within easy reach of the operator.
taken to avoid “short cycling,” a situation where the conditioned
air is blown directly back to the evaporator coil without being Select a spot on an interior, vertical surface. This can be an
substantially mixed with the cabin air. inside wall, partition or other permanent structure with rear
access for wiring. The SMXir control operates on low voltage
A grill plenum should be incorporated behind the grill to provide
DC and is certified ignition-protected. The space behind the
a chamber for the air to expand and flow quietly into the living
SMXir control does not have to be ventilated since the control
area. The plenum also provides a hose connector to attach the
components do not produce heat.
flexible duct behind the grill. (See Figure 8.)
The SMXir keypad is surface mounted, and only requires a
hole for the CXP cable. Refer to Figure 10 in the back of this
Installing the Cooling Unit Con- manual for installation instructions. Plug the interconnect cable
trol in and route it to the Power/Logic (P/L) box.
Each independent cooling unit in the modulating system will

have its own control. Refer to the wiring diagrams in the back of SMX Interconnect Cable
this manual. Connection between the SMXir keypad and the Power/Logic
board should be made with a CXP cable. This is a shielded
cable with RJ12 (phone-type) 6-pin plugs on each end.
SMX II Control System
The SMX II control system consists of: CXP cables are available in different lengths, from 2 feet (.6m)
to 80 feet (24m). Route the cable from the power/logic board
Power/Logic (P/L) module - Monitors and controls all func- to the keypad. Cable runs should be as short as possible and
tions of the cooling unit. should not be bundled with high voltabe or antenna cables.
Plug the cable in at both ends, and secure per low DC voltage
Keypad/Display - The SMXir is a 10-button user interface standards.
touch pad with a digital readout and LED indicators.
Temperature-Sensing Element - Air temperature is monitored Caution

by a temperature-sensing element (TSEP) that plugs into the The CXP interconnect cable transmits low voltage DC
power/logic board. signals. It can be affected by outside interference from
high voltage cables or other sources. Do not route the
Connecting Cable - The keypad/display connects to the P/L SMX interconnect cable beside AC power cables or
board with a CXP connecting cable. other high voltage wiring.
Warning Installing the Temperature Sensor

Make sure all power is off before opening any electrical
The TSEP temperature sensor measures the cabin air tem-
box. Failure to do so may result in injury or death.
perature and relays the information to the power/logic board.
The sensor is 1” long by ¼” diameter (25mm x 7mm diameter)
Installing the Power/Logic Box and is attached to a length of flat, 4-conductor cable with an
The Power/Logic box has a 3 ft (.9m) wire harness that must RJ-11 (phone-type) plug at the end. Different lengths of TSEP
be connected to the air handler junction box. These wires can cables are available, from 2 feet to 80 feet (.6m to 24m).
be extended if needed. Refer to installation diagrams in back of
For best results, the sensor should be placed in the return air
this manual.
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path, in front of the system evaporator coil. Directly behind the be used together in a single pump relay if the system requires
return air grill is often a good location. The sensor must not it. The trigger is simply a relay that closes when the condensing
touch the evaporator coil, or be placed in the discharge air. unit turns on. Because each trigger is isolated, the polarity of
the signals from the condensing units does not matter.
With the TSEP in the return air path, use the default mode of
continuous fan operation for the most accurate temperature
control. If intermittent fan operation is desired (fan on and off
with the setpoint), the sensor must be wall mounted on an
Electrical Connections
INSIDE surface not subject to any influence from heat outside
of the area (including direct sunlight). Thermistor covers are Warning
available from Cruisair for wall mounting. Make sure all power is off before opening any electrical
box. Failure to comply may result in injury or death.
The TSEP cable plugs into the RJ-11 jack on the P/L board
marked “INSIDE TSE”. Coil up any excess cable, and tie out of
the way.
General Electrical Notes
• Failure to properly ground and bond the system will void the
warranty, and may result in a dangerous installation.
•
Installing the Pump Relay All electrical connections should be made within the
electrical junction boxes supplied with the units. Most units
The following instructions apply to systems that have multiple have terminal strips that are labeled or have color-coded
condensing units served by a single seawater pump. If there is wiring. Open terminal strips (such as supplied with switch
assemblies) require that the included terminal strip cover be
only one condensing unit on the vessel, or if each unit has its
installed over the terminal strip and the back of the switch
own seawater pump, then skip to the next section.
after installation is complete.
• Wiring diagrams are included in the back of this manual and
Location under the cover of the electrical boxes on all units. Contact
The pump relay is generally located in the engine room near Dometic if you have any questions about the wiring dia-
the seawater pump, but it can be mounted anywhere that is grams.
convenient and accessible. It must be mounted in a dry loca- • Each A/C condensing unit requires its own dedicated circuit
tion, away from any possible water spray, with room for some breaker of the appropriate size. See data plate on the unit
heat dissipation. for suggested breaker and wire sizes.
• If there is only one A/C unit, the seawater pump can be
wired in parallel with the compressor and doesn’t require it’s
Ignition Protection Warning own circuit breaker (make sure the breaker is large enough
PR3X and PR8X pump relays are certified ignition
for both the compressor and pump). If multiple A/C units are
protected. However, pump relays with electromechanical served by a single pump, then a pump relay is needed, and
relays or contactors (such as 3-phase pump relays) are will require a separate circuit breaker.
not ignition protected and must never be installed in
• Each cooling unit that has electric heat should have its own
spaces containing gasoline engines, tanks, LPG/CPG
separate circuit breaker. Cooling-only cooling units have
cylinders, regulators, valves or fuel line fittings. Failure to
only a blower and solenoid that require electrical power
comply may result in injury or death. and draw very low current. If desired, multiple cooling-only
cooling units can be run on one breaker.
Operation • The wiring from the cooling unit control to the condensing
PR3X and PR8X pump relays are identical in operation. unit compressor relay is for signal power only. However, this
When any condensing unit turns on, the pump relay will turn control power is line voltage (230VAC).
the seawater pump on, and the pump will stay on until the • All units must be grounded to minimize the potential hazard
last condensing unit shuts down. The PR3X can serve up to of electrical shock and personal injury.
three condensing units, and the PR8X can serve up to eight
• The condensing unit must be connected to the ship’s bond-
condensing units. Both can operate either 115V or 230V, single ing system to prevent corrosion due to stray electrical cur-
phase pumps, with a maximum current of 15 amps. rent. All pumps, metallic valves and fittings in the seawater
system that are isolated from the condensing unit by rubber
hose or PVC plastic must be individually bonded also.
Voltage and Triggers
Triggers are used in the pump relays to isolate the pump signal • Use ring or locking fork type wire connection terminals.
from each condensing unit. Some pump relays come with
pre-installed triggers, or you can buy triggers separately. Trig-
gers come in 115V and 230V, and must match the control volt-
age of the condensing unit. Both 115V and 230V triggers can
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• Field wiring must comply with ABYC or local electrical Inspecting the Seawater Cooling
codes.
System
• Power to the unit must be within the operating voltage range • Is the seawater pump properly sized for the system?
indicated on the data plate.
• Is the pump oriented correctly and mounted securely with
the pump outlet above the inlet?
• Is the centrifugal seawater pump located so it is below the
Three Phase Power water line at all times?
Three phase motors will run forward or backward depending
on the arrangement of the three wire connections. The scroll • Are the inlet and outlet through-hulls secure, properly sealed
and properly oriented?
compressors used on Cruisair Modulating condensing units are
direction sensitive. If the wire sequence is incorrect, the com- • Are all hose clamps tight?
pressor will run backwards and not cool properly. It will also • Are seawater hoses double/reverse clamped?
make unpleasant noises. Centrifugal pumps are also direction
• Are there any loops or dips in the seawater plumbing that
sensitive. Make sure 3-phase motors are running in the correct
might cause the system to become air-locked?
direction.
• Is the strainer located between the seacock and the pump,
and is it correctly oriented?
Safety Warning • Are all metallic seawater fittings, the pump, condenser and
To prevent a possible electrical shock in the event a manifold properly bonded?
component has an electrical breakdown, which could re-
sult in serious injury or death, always ground the system
in the following manner:
Inspecting the Condensing Unit
• Is the condensing unit mounted securely?
• Use proper wire size with a ground to feed power from the • Are the fasteners accessible for future service?
ship’s electrical panel to each cooling unit junction box.
Make sure the ground wire is properly connected to the
ground buss in the ship’s service distribution panel and to
Inspecting the Cooling/Heating Unit
the ground lug in the cooling unit’s junction box.
• Is the unit securely mounted?
• Connect the junction box ground lug to the P/L box green
• Are condensate drains properly routed to an overboard
discharge or sump?
wire (or to the switch assembly terminal strip).
• Use proper wire size with a ground to feed the power from • If only one condensate drain is used, have any other drain
the ship’s electrical panel to the condensing unit’s junction holes in the drip tray been plugged?
box. Make sure the ground wire is properly connected to the
ground buss in the ship’s service distribution panel and to Inspecting the Refrigerant Connec-
the condensing unit’s ground lug.
tions
• Ground the seawater pump, and pump relay (if used) to the • Are flare joints made with forged flare nuts and properly
condensing unit’s ground lug. tightened?
• Bond the ground lug on the condensing unit to the ship’s • Are flare joints and tees properly insulated?
grounding system.
• Are all suction lines individually insulated?
• Check the continuity of the ground system before the system
• Are tubes fastened securely to the boat every three feet or
is energized.
as needed throughout their length?
Note
Always follow ABYC guidelines or local codes when selecting Inspecting the Air Distribution Sys-
breakers and wire sizes. ABYC standards are available from:
American Boat and Yacht Council, 3069 Solomon’s Island Rd.,
tem
• Is there unobstructed airflow from the return air grill to the
Edgewater, MD 21036, Telephone: (410) 956-1050 coil?
• Is there a lint screen or filter in the return air path where it is
accessible for regular cleaning?
Final Inspection
• Have flexible ducts been pulled tight to remove bends and
Prior to charging or energizing the system, conduct a final constrictions?
inspection using the following checklist.
• Are grills correctly sized for the system?
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Inspecting the Control and Electrical to alter and make it impossible to correctly charge the system.
Wiring The following instructions should be followed in evacuating and

• Is the thermostat sensor or thermistor properly located and charging a Cruisair modulating condensing system with R-22.
secured in the return air path and not in direct contact with
Some special-order units may contain refrigerant other than
any metal objects?
R-22. Please follow the special charging procedures included
• Are all wiring harnesses properly secured? with the unit.
• Are wiring connections made, color-to-color, correctly at
terminal strips? Notice
• Are all components properly grounded and bonded? US federal law prohibits the intentional release of refrigerant
• Are proper sized circuit breakers installed? gases into the environment, including the R-22 refrigerant used
in most Cruisair systems. Special care must be taken when in-
• Are terminal strips located in a dry, safe place and properly stalling, charging, and servicing Cruisair equipment to prevent
covered? any loss of refrigerant. Only EPA certified technicians with the
proper equipment should perform service on the refrigerant
Charging the System with Re- circuit.
frigerant
Initial Charging, New System
Special considerations when charging the There are three refrigerant circuit components in a Cruisair
Modulating System: the condensing unit, the cooling/heating
Modulating system
unit (evaporator) and the copper refrigerant line-sets. The con-
All cooling units must be turned on and running (solenoid
densing unit is shipped from the factory charged with refriger-
valve open) in the cool mode before evacuating the system or
ant gas.
adjusting the refrigerant charge. To ensure that all evaporators
are on in the cooling mode, and the solenoid valves are open, It will be necessary to properly evacuate the cooling units and
set each cabin control’s set point down to the lowest tempera- line-sets before releasing the refrigerant from the condensing
ture setting. There is no need for the compressor to run while unit into the system. To facilitate this evacuation procedure,
evacuating the system, so turn the condensing unit’s circuit there is a special vacuum port (aka: purge port, access port,
breaker off before turning the cooling units on. evacuation port or service port) located on the condensing
unit’s discharge base valve. This vacuum port has a red cap
The modulating unit is different from a standard DX condens-
and a schrader valve, and is located at the 2:00 position on the
ing unit in that it has two special refrigerant valves that allow
base valve.
partial loads to run safely: the hot gas bypass valve and the
“de-superheat” valve. These valves are factory set and do not
require any field adjustment. Any field adjustments could cause Required tools to charge a modulating system:
the valves to operate incorrectly, causing damage to the com- 1. R-22 container (typically the disposable-type container
pressor or compromising the performance of the system. color-coded green for R-22).
As cooling units in the system shut down, the suction pressure 2. Gauge manifold with self-closing fittings on the charging
at the modulating condensing unit will drop. The hot gas by- hoses.
pass valve senses the suction pressure and will open to allow 3. Vacuum pump.
discharge gas to flow into the accumulator if the suction pres-
sure drops below 55 psi. This will raise the suction pressure 4. Base valve wrench and hand tools.
and prevent liquid refrigerant from reaching the compressor.
5. Accurate thermometer.
As more hot (high-pressure) gas is dumped into the suction 6. Thermometer to measure superheat.
line (due to cooling units shutting down), the superheat (suc-
tion gas temperature going into the compressor) can rise to
Proceed as follows:
unsafe levels. A thermal expansion (TX) valve is installed which
1. Turn the condensing unit’s circuit breaker OFF so the com-
acts as a “de-superheat” valve. It senses the superheat and will
pressor will not run while the system is being evacuated.
flash liquid refrigerant into the accumulator to cool the suction
gas. 2. Do not touch the condensing unit base valve stem covers
or white port caps. Remove the red cap from the vacuum
This process automatically balances the system as the load
port on the discharge base valve (right side of unit, 2:00
from the evaporators changes. This is why it is important to
position on base valve).
have all cooling units on and operating while charging the sys-
tem. If one or two are off line, it will cause the refrigerant circuit 3. Connect the low side pressure gauge hose to the vacuum
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port on the base valve. Connect the vacuum pump hose 1. At this time, all cooling units should be OFF. Turn the con-
from the center position on the gauge manifold to the vacu- densing unit’s circuit breaker ON.
um pump. The high side hose is not used at this time.
2. Remove the discharge port base valve stem cap, and
4. Close all gauge manifold valves. make sure that the valve is in the back-seated (fully count-
er-clockwise) position.
5. Energize (open) all cooling unit solenoid valves by turning
each control on and setting the lowest possible set point. 3. Make sure the gauge manifold valves are closed.
6. Energize the vacuum pump. Open the manifold valves to 4. Remove the white gauge port cap from the discharge base
the vacuum pump and the base valve vacuum port. valve and connect the gauge manifold high side hose. Re-
move the port cap from the suction port near the low-pres-
7. As the pump operates, the low-pressure gauge needle will
sure switch and connect the gauge manifold suction hose.
fall to a vacuum. When the vacuum reaches 28 inches Hg
Connect the refrigerant tank to the gauge manifold.
close the vacuum pump valve and turn the vacuum pump
off. Let the system sit untouched for 15 minutes and then 5. Attach the thermometer or temperature sensor to the suc-
observe the gauge. If any vacuum has been lost, look for tion line near the low-pressure switch. Wrap insulation over
leaks, especially at flare joints. Repair all leaks. Then return the sensor so that the ambient temperature does not affect
to step #4 above and evacuate the system again. Once it.
the vacuum has been held at 28 inches Hg for at least 15
6. Open the discharge base valve to the test position by
minutes, proceed to the next step.
rotating the stem one turn clockwise. The high side gauge
8. Open the vacuum pump valve and leave the vacuum pump should now register a pressure reading.
operating for at least six hours, and until a vacuum of at
7. Set all the cooling units to cooling, and the set points as
least 29 inches Hg is achieved. Close the vacuum pump
low as possible to ensure that the solenoid valves are
valve and turn the vacuum pump off. Wait one hour. If no
energized (open) and the blowers are on high speed. If
vacuum is lost, proceed with charging. If any leaks are
need be, open exterior doors to ensure that the rooms
indicated, inspect flare joints again. Repair all leaks. Then
do not achieve set point before charging is complete. The
return to step #4 above and evacuate the system again.
compressor should start as soon as the first unit is turned
Once the vacuum has been held at 29 inches Hg for at
on.
least one hour, proceed to the next step.
NOTE: All the cooling units must be on so both the hot gas
9. Remove the low pressure gauge hose from the vacuum
bypass valve and de-superheat (TX) valve do not open.
port, replace and tighten the red cap.
The system cannot be charged properly if either valve is
10. Turn off vacuum pump and disconnect that line from gauge open.
manifold.
8. At this point the system is under-charged and may go into
11. Remove both condensing unit base valve stem caps from a low-pressure situation in which the hot gas bypass valve
top of base valves. Ensure that both white gauge port may open. To test if that valve is open, touch the lines lead-
caps, and the red vacuum port cap, are in place and tight. ing in and out of the valve. If both are the same tempera-
Open both base valves fully by turning the valve stems ture then the valve is open. If the valve is open then slowly
fully counter-clockwise. This will allow the refrigerant in the add refrigerant in small increments until the hot gas bypass
condensing unit to enter the system. Replace and tighten valve closes and the incoming and outgoing lines have
the valve stem caps. different temperatures.
12. Turn all cooling units OFF. 9. Allow the system to run for five to ten minutes so the refrig-
erant pressures will stabilize. Measure the superheat.
The system is now partially charged and is ready for final
adjustment. NOTE: There is no ideal super heat temperature, but it
should be anywhere from 10° - 20°F (5.6° - 11.1°C), de-
pending on the load on the cooling units. On cool days, it
Adjusting the Charge will be lower, and on hot days it will be higher.
After the system has been evacuated and is partially charged,
the final charge must be added and adjusted. To correctly 10. Add refrigerant to reduce the superheat, or remove gas to
adjust the charge in a modulating system, the superheat must increase it. Do this in very small increments and allow the
be measured. system to stabilize before taking another superheat read-
ing.
11. Once the superheat is set properly, close the manifold
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gauge valves, and backseat the discharge base valve.
Torque the stem-packing nut (gland nut) to 8 ft. lbs. or 96
in. lbs. Remove the manifold gauge hoses and replace the
service port caps.
Removing Refrigerant from the Sys-

tem
When adjusting the charge in the refrigerant system, some
refrigerant gas may need to be removed. It is a violation of fed-
eral law to vent (release) refrigerant into the atmosphere, and
it is necessary to capture any refrigerant that is removed from
the system. There are two methods of doing this:
1. Use an approved refrigerant recovery unit and refillable

refrigerant container.
2. Allow refrigerant to escape from the high-pressure side into

a refillable refrigerant container.
Initial Start Up
1. Open the seacock (seawater inlet valve).
2. Turn on all circuit breakers for the air conditioning system:

condensing unit, cooling units, and pump (pump may or
may not have its own c/b).
3. Set the system for cooling at the SMXir keypad, and adjust
temperature setting so the unit will turn on.
4. Verify that water is flowing from the overboard

discharge.
5. Allow unit to run for 10 minutes at high fan speed. Check

the temperature differential between discharge and return
air by placing an accurate thermometer in front of the
discharge grill and then in front of the return air grill. In
cooling, the difference between the discharge and return
should 15 - 20°F (8.3 - 11.1°C).
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Modulating A/C Systems • Operation
11. COOL Key

Operating Instructions - SMX II Turns the system on in the cooling mode.
Control Systems 12. HEAT Key
Turns the system on in the electric heat mode.
The SMX Keypad/Display
The SMXir and SMX II keypad/displays are arranged for logical
operation. The button layouts on the SMXir and the SMX II are Hint
similar, and the buttons perform the same respective functions. Press both HEAT and COOL at the same time, and the system
will automatically switch between cooling and heating mode.
1. Data Display When in the automatic switchover mode, both the COOL and
Large LED readout that provides indication of current HEAT indicators are lit.
setpoint, temperatures, programmed values and error mes-
sages.
13. Manual Fan Indicator
2. Cooling Indicator Lights when fan is running in manual mode.
Lights when system is running in cooling mode (solenoid
valve open and compressor running). 14. SLOW-FAST Keys
Control fan speed when the fan is in the manual mode.
3. Heating Indicator Pressing SLOW or FAST key when in automatic fan mode
Lights when unit is operating in the electric heat mode. will change the system into manual mode.
4. Setpoint Indicator (SMX II Display Only) 15. FAN Key
Lights when setpoint is displayed. Off when inside tem- Selects manual or automatic fan control mode. Press
perature is displayed. once to select manual control. Press FAN again to select
automatic fan speed control. In this mode, the fan speed
5. SET Key
is controlled by the microprocessor as a function of the
Press the SET key to display your currently selected set-
difference between setpoint and inside temperature.
point (the temperature you wish to maintain in the cabin).
The SET key also is used to dim the data display readout. 16. Fan Speed Indicators
Row of five small LEDs below FAN key. Indicate the current
6. UP-DOWN Keys
fan speed.
Press UP or DOWN to raise or lower the setpoint. Press
and hold keys for large changes. Note: if inside tempera- 17. Inside Temperature Indicator (SMXir Display Only)
ture is displayed, touching the UP or DOWN key will cause When illuminated, inside temperature is displayed. When
the setpoint to be displayed. light is off, setpoint is displayed.
7. TEMP Key 18. IR Receiver (SMXir Display Only)
Press once to display inside temperature. Press TEMP Infrared remote receiver
twice, and the display will alternate between inside
temperature and setpoint. Press again to return to inside 19. Dehumid Key (Remote Control Only)
temperature only. Changes system into the Humidity Control program.
Hint 20. Auto Switchover Key (Remote Control Only)

You can display temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius. Places the system into automatic changeover mode, so it
will switch from cooling to heating as needed.
8. OFF Key
Turns system off. Note that the data display remains on.
You can continue to adjust setpoint, display temperature
Definitions
LED - Light Emitting Diode. An indicator light is used to denote
readings and activate the manual fan to circulate air while
mode or operating status.
the system is in the OFF mode.
9. Cool Mode Indicator Setpoint - The selected temperature you want to maintain in
Lights when you press the COOL key to select the cooling the area being heated or cooled.
mode.
10. Heat Mode Indicator

Lights when you press the HEAT key to select the heating
mode.
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L-0952 Operation ❖ English
SMXir Keypad/Display
SMX II Keypad/Display
The SMXir Remote Control

The SMXir remote control keypad has the familiar layout of
the 10-button SMX keypad, and performs most of the same
functions. The remote can not be used to program settings.
Programming must be done at the keypad/display.
In addition to the standard keys, the SMXir remote also has

two quick-hit buttons that allow easy access to the humidity
control program and the automatic changeover mode.
The remote has three buttons that are not used on SMX II
systems. The Aux Heat, Aux Heat Auto Switchover, and the Aux
1 buttons are for SMX Net systems only.
The SMXir remote control must be pointed at the SMXir

keypad/display, which has the IR remote receiver. The remote
will not work if the SMXir keypad/display has the optional full
coverage door and the door is closed.
See Figure 23 for SMXir Remote control angle and distance

range.
SMXir Remote Control
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Basic Operation
Heat Mode
Power On Press the HEAT key to select HEAT Mode. The Heat Mode
When AC power is applied to the system at the circuit breaker, the Indicator will light to show that you have selected the heating
SMX microprocessor retrieves from permanent memory the last mode.
operating configuration. This process takes about four seconds,
The Heating Indicator will be lit whenever the system is in
after which the system will begin operating just as it had been
the heat mode and the electric heater is on. When the cabin
when power was last turned off.
temperature is satisfied, the Heating Indicator goes off (electric
heater is off).
System Off
Press the OFF key to turn the system off. Note that the data
display remains energized even when the system is off. The fan
Automatic Changeover
Press the COOL and HEAT keys simultaneously for AUTO-
can be turned on manually when the system is in the off mode.
MATIC CHANGEOVER between COOL and HEAT Modes. The
Note mode indicators will light, indicating that the system is in the
The SMX has built-in protection against sudden power inter- automatic changeover mode.
ruptions. The system automatically stores the current operating
For the SMXir Remote Control only - Press the Auto Switcho-
configuration in permanent memory every time you make
ver key to enter automatic changeover mode.
changes. (The new operation mode must be in affect for 10
seconds before it is saved into permanent memory.) When AC Note that the Cooling or Heating Indicator will come on when
power is lost, the SMX system retains these settings, and when the compressor is running to show when the system is running
AC power is restored it resumes operation using the same in the cooling or heating mode.
settings as before.
Manual Fan Speed Control

Selecting Setpoint Press the FAN key to select manual fan control. The Manual
Press the SET key and the current setpoint will be displayed. Fan Indicator will light to show that it is in the manual mode.
Press the UP or DOWN key to change the setpoint. Then use the SLOW and FAST keys to select the desired fan
speed.
Note that the manual fan control may be used to circulate air
Displaying Temperature even when the system is in the OFF mode.
To display cabin temperature, press the TEMP key. Press
TEMP twice for an alternating display of inside temperature
and setpoint. Press again to return to inside temperature only.
Automatic Fan Speed Control
If in manual fan mode, press FAN key to select automatic fan
control. The Manual Fan Indicator goes off, and the system will
Cool Mode automatically adjust fan speed as the actual cabin temperature
To enter the COOL mode, press the COOL key. The Cool Mode deviates from the setpoint. As setpoint is approached, the fan
Indicator will light to show that you have selected the cooling speed automatically slows. Once setpoint is reached, the com-
mode. pressor cycles off and the fan keeps running on low speed.
The Cooling Indicator will be lit whenever the system is in the

cooling mode and the control is calling for cooling (solenoid
valve open and the compressor running). When the cabin tem- Adjusting Brightness
perature is satisfied, the Cooling Indicator goes off (solenoid Pressing the SET key repetitively will dim the LED display.
valve is closed and the signal to the compressor relay is off). Keep pressing SET to return to full brightness.
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Using The Humidity Programming the SMX II System
Control Routine SMX control systems are programmed at the factory for
When engaged, the SMX humidity control routine automati- average values. For optimum performance, you may wish to
cally turns the air conditioning system on at timed intervals to change these settings to suit your individual preferences.
remove moisture from the air. The system is programmed at the
factory for average values. To change the factory settings, see All programming steps are entered by pressing the OFF key,
“Humidity Control Program”. followed by the SET key, then simultaneously depressing the
two or three keys noted in the table below. Successful entry
To start the dehumidification program: into a programming mode is indicated by the presence of a
• Press OFF.
decimal point to the right of the two displayed characters. To
• Press COOL, HEAT and FAN keys simultaneously. raise or lower a value, touch the UP or DOWN keys. To exit the
For the SMXir Remote Control only - Press the Dehumid key programming mode, touch the OFF key. (The SMXir Remote
to enter dehumidification mode. Control cannot be used to program the system.)
• The data display will flash HU, indicating that the program is
active.
• To halt the dehumidification program, press any key. The HU
message will stop flashing.
Programming
Summary Table
Programmable Function Keystroke Combination Factory Setting Range
Factory Memory Reset OFF & SET & FAN, then SET See table below before reset
Fahrenheit/Celsius DOWN & TEMP & UP F F or C
Auxiliary (Electric) Heat SET & HEAT – – or AH
Setpoint Differential SLOW & FAN 12 4 to 24
Fan Mode (Cont. or Int.) DOWN & FAN & UP C C or I
Low Fan Speed DOWN & SET 32 30 to 56
High Fan Speed SET & SLOW 60 41 to 90
Fan Response Differential COOL & SLOW 4 2 to 8
Temperature Calibration SET & UP – ± 1%
HU Precirculation TEMP & DOWN 10 Min. 10 Min.
HU Dehumidification TEMP & SET 30 Min. See “Humidity
HU Time Period TEMP & UP 12 Hrs. Control Program”
Custom Programming Record

Use table below to keep track of any program changes. If a Factroy Memory Reset is performed, then all parameters will revert back
to factory default settings as outlined in the Programming Summary Table above.
Unit Location (Cabin #, Salon, etc.)

Programmable Function Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Unit 5
Fahrenheit/Celsius
Auxiliary (Electric) Heat
Setpoint Differential
Fan Mode (Cont. or Int.)
Low Fan Speed
High Fan Speed
Fan Response Differential
HU Dehumidification
HU Time Period
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are now expressed in degrees Celsius. You should reprogram
these values following the instructions below.
Factory Memory Reset
Setpoint Differential
You can use the memory-reset sequence to restore all pro-
(Factory Default: 12 = 1.5°)
grammed functions to the factory default settings:
The setpoint differential is the temperature change needed for
To restore programmed functions to factory setting:
the cooling or heating functions to cycle on and off. The factory
• Press OFF, SET and FAN simultaneously.
setting of 1.5° Fahrenheit should be adequate for most applica-
• Press SET. tions. Differential selections are available in increments of 1/8°.
• After a delay, the memory will be reset from stored values. Thus, to adjust by one degree, you should select 8 increments
After another delay, the display will come back on normally. (for 8-eighths).
To program the setpoint differential:

Note • Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET
If a memory reset is performed, it will be necessary to enable
• Press SLOW and FAN simultaneously. The differential will be
the auxiliary heat function again (if your system has electric
displayed.
heat).
• Use the UP or DOWN key to change the setting.
• Press OFF to exit the programming mode.
Auxiliary (Electric) Heat Note

(Factory Default: Disabled)
If the temperature display is switched from Fahrenheit to
Normally the electric heat function is disabled. If the cooling Celsius, the setpoint differential will also operate on degrees
unit has electric heat, the function must be enabled to operate. Celsius. Thus, the factory-set restart differential will be 1.5°
Celsius, which is too wide. To correct this, reset the differential
To enable or disable electric heat: value from 12 to 6. This will provide a differential of 0.75° C, or
• Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET about 1.4° F.
• Press HEAT and SET simultaneously.
This will also affect the Fan Response Differential, which is
• Use the UP or DOWN key to enable or disable electric heat. factory set at a value of 4, or 0.5° Fahrenheit. When changing
The code “AH” will be displayed when it is enabled. A double from Fahrenheit to Celsius, reset the Fan Response Differential
dash “--” will appear when disabled. from 4 to 2. This will provide a fan differential of 0.25° C, or
• Press OFF to exit programming mode. about 0.5° F.
Hint
Be careful not to set the restart differential too low, since that
Fahrenheit/Celsius will cause the unit to start and stop more frequently. This will
Display place an undue load on your electrical system and may dam-
(Factory Default: Fahrenheit) age the compressor.
You can choose to view temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or

Celsius.
To select Fahrenheit or Celsius: Fan Response Differential

• Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET (Factory Default: 4 = 0.5°)
• Press DOWN, TEMP and UP simultaneously. When the fan is in the automatic mode, its speed is governed
• Use the UP or DOWN key to select F for Fahrenheit or C for by how far the room temperature differs from the setpoint. The
Celsius. fan runs faster when the difference is greater. As the room
cools or warms, the temperature approaches setpoint, and the
• Press OFF to exit programming mode.
fan slows down automatically. The amount of temperature rise
in the room above setpoint needed to cause the fan to increase
Note in speed one step is called “fan speed differential”. It can be
Changing from Fahrenheit to Celsius will affect the setpoint adjusted from 1/4° to 4°, in 1/8° increments.
differential and fan response differential, since these settings
The fan speed range is divided by the SMX microprocessor in
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five equal increments. If the fan response differential is set at • Press DOWN and SET simultaneously. The current low
1/2°, the fan speed will change 20% for each 1/2° of tempera- speed reference number will be displayed (factory set
ture deviation from setpoint. Lowering the fan speed differential at 32).
will cause the fan to increase speed quickly as temperature • Press UP or DOWN to raise or lower speed reference num-
changes. Raising the fan speed differential will result in slower ber.
fan speed changes for a given temperature change. The factory
setting of 1/2° Fahrenheit is good for most applications, but
you may wish to try a slightly higher setting in your salon and a
lower setting in your stateroom. Hint
You should normally keep the low fan speed at the highest
To adjust fan response differential: possible setting, consistent with a comfortable noise level, for
• Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET
most efficient operation of your Cruisair system.
• Press COOL and SLOW. The differential will be displayed in
increments of 1/8°.
• Use the UP or DOWN key to raise or lower this value.
High Fan Speed Adjustment
Note
On SMX II systems built before 8/98, press SLOW, FAN and FAST (Factory Default: 60)
simultaneously to adjust fan response differential.
A blower will often reach its highest speed at a voltage lower
than full line voltage. For example, at a line voltage of 120V, the
blower might reach its fastest speed at 110V. At higher voltag-
Continuous Or es, the bower speed will not increase significantly.
Intermittent Fan The SMX High Fan Speed Adjustment allows you to set the
(Factory Default: Continuous) maximum high-speed voltage to the threshold of the blower
high-speed response (i.e., 110V). Because SMX breaks up
You can select continuous fan operation or instruct the fan to
the fan speed voltage steps into 5 equal parts (between the
cycle on and off intermittently with the system compressor.
low-speed and high-speed adjustments), accurately setting the
To select continuous or intermittent fan: high-speed adjustment can help ensure that each fan speed
• Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET step results in a noticeable change of fan speed.
• Press DOWN, FAN and UP simultaneously. To adjust the high fan speed:
• Use the UP or DOWN key to select C (continuous) or I (in-
termittent). • Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET
• Press OFF to exit the programming mode. • Press SET and SLOW simultaneously. The current high-
speed reference number will be displayed (factory default is
60).
Hint • While listening to the fan noise level, use the UP key to raise
If you select intermittent fan operation, you should relocate the displayed value past the point that you can hear an
the thermistor from the return air duct to an inside wall to best increase in the fan noise level.
sense room temperature. Check with your dealer or call the • Press the DOWN key to lower the voltage until you hear a
Cruisair Applications Department for more information. drop in fan speed, then raise that number up by 2 or 3 to
ensure that it is set at the highest speed.
Low Fan Speed Adjustment

(Factory Default: 32)
Temperature Calibration
You can adjust the lowest fan speed to suit individual prefer- Typically, the temperature sensor is within 1 or 2 degrees of
ences. For instance, you may wish to decrease the low fan actual room temperature. If the sensor is out of calibration, it
speed setting in your stateroom to minimize fan noise. can be adjusted to read actual temperature.
To adjust low fan speed: To calibrate the thermistor:
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• Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET To select time period:
• Press SET and UP simultaneously. The sensed temperature
will be displayed. • Press TEMP and UP simultaneously. The display will show
the overall time period in hours.
• Place an accurate thermometer beside the thermistor you
are using and compare the temperatures. • Use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired time period.
• Use the UP or DOWN key to adjust the displayed tempera- • Press OFF to exit the programming mode.
ture to the correct value.
Programming The
Dehumidification Time
Humidity Control Program (Factory Default: 30 minutes)
The SMX dehumidification program automatically runs the air The dehumidification time determines how long the compres-
conditioning system for a programmed time period to help con- sor runs in the dehumidification mode. You can select 10, 20,
trol humidity in the boat. The dehumidification program works 30, 40, 50 or 60 minutes. Select a longer dehumidification time
in 3 stages: in humid climates.
1. The fan comes on at high speed to circulate air for 10 min- To select dehumidification time:
utes. • Enter the programming mode: Press OFF, Press SET
• Press TEMP and SET simultaneously. The display will show
2. The fan then drops to low speed, and the compressor
the time period in minutes.
cycles on in the cooling mode to dehumidify.
• Use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired time period.
3. After the dehumidification cycle, the system turns off. The
process repeats according to the programmed time period.
The factory default settings are:
Overall time period......................... 12 hours Recommended Humidity Control

Precirculation cycle....................... 10 minutes Settings
Dehumidification cycle.................. 30 minutes Outside Relative Time Dehumid.
Temperature Humidity Period Time
The factory settings are adequate for most moderate climates
Below 80° F 75-85% 12 hrs 10 min
and boats. For humid climates, you may wish to shorten the
(27°C) Above 85% 8 hrs 20 min
overall time period and extend the dehumidification time. In dry
80° - 90° F 75-85% 10 hrs 30 min
climates, you can select longer intervals between cycles and a
(27°-32°C) Above 85% 6 hrs 40 min
shorter dehumidification time.
Above 90° F 75-85% 8 hrs 40 min
(32°C) Above 85% 6 hrs 60 min
Programming The Time Period

Fault Shutdowns and Error Mes-
sages
(Factory Default: 12 hours)
The SMX control contains a built-in self-check routine de-
The time period determines how often the system performs the scribed below.
dehumidification process. You can select intervals of 2, 4, 6, 8,
10, 12, 14 or 16 hours. Chose a shorter time period in climates
with high humidity.
Software Error
Whenever power is applied to the SMX, the microprocessor
goes through an automatic self-check and software loading
process. If all is well, the SMX loads the most recent operating
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configuration from its internal memory, and turns on normally. two drains and hoses, one at each end of the unit.
If a program fault is found during the self-check, the error mes-
sage “PE” (Program Error) will be displayed.
Air Filters
Likewise, the self-diagnostic routine runs continuously when- At least once a month, check the lint screen or filter behind
ever the SMX system is on. If a system fault is detected, the the return air grill or on the face of the cooling/heating unit and
system shuts down, and the “PE” error message appears. clean if necessary.
If this message occurs, contact your nearest Cruisair dealer,

or call the Factory Service Department in Richmond, Virginia Seawater Connections
(804-746-1313) for assistance. Verify that all seawater connections are tight, and check for
water flow from each unit’s overboard discharge.
Determining Your Software Version

Number Seawater Pump
If your system uses a rubber-impeller seawater pump, you
Before calling your dealer or the factory for service assistance,
should inspect the impeller after 300 hours of operation.
determine the software version number for the SMX system. To
Replace it if it is worn. If you have a centrifugal pump, regular
display the software version:
maintenance is not needed.
• Press OFF, then Set.
• Press COOL and DOWN simultaneously. The display will Seawater Strainer
read the version number. Check the seawater strainer monthly. Remove any debris.
• Press UP once to display the revision level.
Refrigerant Gas
Note The refrigerant gas (most likely R-22) used in your Cruisair
To read version number on SMX II systems built before 8/98, air conditioning system is adequate for the life of the system.
press OFF, SET and FAN simultaneously, then COOL twice. Routine “seasonal” charging of the system is not typically
Then press UP once. necessary.
Winterizing the System

Compressor Time Delay Close the seacock and remove the inlet water hose from the
The modulating condensing unit has a compressor time delay air conditioner. Allow all water to drain from the system. Loosen
relay built into the unit. This relay delays the starting of the the screws on the pump head to allow the water to drain from
compressor when power is supplied to the unit, such as when the pump. Drain and clean the seawater strainer.
switching between generator and shore power, or if power is
temporally lost. It also will provide a delay if the high or low
pressure opens to help prevent short cycling under a fault situ- Trouble Shooting
ation. It does not delay starting of the compressor with normal
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time
cycling of the cooling unit controls.
and expense. This list contains some common problems and
The time delay is set to three minutes and should not need possible solutions. If further help is needed, call your nearest
adjustment. Cruisair dealer listed in back of this manual.
Problem: Unit will not operate, SMX Display Not On

Owner Maintenance Possible Solution:
1. Check circuit breaker.
Condensate Drains 2. Check voltage, power supply.
Every three months, check the condensate drains for obstructions
by pouring a quart of water rapidly into the condensate pan. If 3. Check CX/CXP cable and connections.
it does not drain completely within 30 seconds, check the drain
4. Replace SMX keypad/display.
outlets for clogging. Remember that many Cruisair systems have
5. Replace SMX Power/Logic board.
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Problem: Erratic SMX Temperature Display Problem: Compressor cycles on and off
Possible Solution: Possible Solution:
1. Perform a Factory Memory Reset. 1. Check water flow.
2. Check temperature sensor, cable and connection. 2. Check high and low pressure switches.
3. Ensure the temperature sensor is installed properly. 3. Check temperature sensor to make sure it is installed prop-
erly and not touching any metal surfaces.
4. Calibrate temperature.
4. Ensure that cooling unit’s discharge air is not blowing
5. Replace Power/Logic board.
directly toward the return air grill.
Problem: Erratic SMX operation Problem: The cooling unit won’t heat
Possible Solution: Possible Solution:
1. Perform a Factory Memory Reset.
1. Check that control is in Heat mode, and thermostat is set
2. Check CX/CXP cable and connections. properly.
3. Check temperature sensor, cable and connection. 2. Enable Aux Heat on the SMX control (if a Factory Memory
Reset is performed, Aux Heat will need to be enabled).
4. Replace keypad/display.
3. Check the manual thermal overload on the cooling unit.
5. Replace Power/Logic board.
Problem: Water dripping inside cabin
Warning Possible Solution:
The Power/Logic board operates at 115VAC or 230VAC. 1. Clean out condensate drain pan and fittings.
Make sure the power is off before removing the cover of
2. Clear blockage in drain hose.
the Power/Logic box.
3. Check downhill routing of hose.
Problem: Air from the unit does not feel cool 4. Ensure that insulation around ducting is not compressed or
Possible Solution: crimped.
1. Make sure control is set in Cool mode.
2. Check thermostat setting. Problem: Condensing unit has frost buildup

Possible Solution:
3. Confirm that the compressor is running. 1. This might be a normal occurrence in the modulating sys-
4. Check solenoid valve to see that it is opening. tem operation. As cooling units shut off, the load on the unit
drops and the suction line can frost up. If all cooling units
are on, and there is a sufficient heat load, the suction line
Problem: Compressor is not running
should not be iced over.
Possible Solution:
1. Check water flow. 2. Check system charge.
2. Check compressor relay, triggers. Contact an authorized Cruisair servicing dealer if the problem
continues, or for replacement parts.
3. Check high and low pressure switches.
4. Check solid state relay.
Problem: Unit blows cool air, but fails to cool the

cabin
Possible Solution:
1. Check air filter.
2. Check thermostat setting.
3. Check compressor for short-cycling.
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Limited Warranty Periods
Please read and keep this document with your important paperwork. Use it as a reference in the future. If you have any questions, please contact
the Dometic Environmental Corporation Service Department at (804)746-1313 for clarification.
Note: Any model or replacement part that has been installed due to a warranty failure will carry only the remainder of the original warranty. All war-
ranties begin when the customer takes possession of the equipment. The warranty is extended to all owners of the equipment commencing the date
the original owner takes possession of it. Proof of original purchase may be required. Replacement parts, such as filters, fuses and MOVs, are not
covered under our warranty. Fuses and MOVs are used as safety devices to protect Cruisair equipment against over-current conditions caused by
lightning or inductive switching environments. We reserve the right to change our warranty policies and procedures as well as our warranty allowances
without notice.
Cruisair Direct Expansion (DX) Ice Makers, Remote and Self-

and Modulating Systems Contained
• New, complete system installation using any member of the • New installation of an entire Self-Contained Ice Maker
SMX family. 1 year warranty including Parts and Labor, including
The warranty includes the pump. water pump.
2 year warranty including Parts and Labor • New installation of an entire Remote Ice Maker, including
condensing unit, remote display, auger unit, linesets
• New, complete system installation using an electro-mechan-
ical control (3-knob). 1 year warranty including Parts and Labor, including
water pump.
The warranty includes the pump.
• New installation of an Remote Ice Maker Auger and
1 year warranty including Parts and Labor Condensing unit only, with linesets done by others i.e. not
• New, complete model sold as a partial system retrofit to an Eskimo pre-charged linesets
existing system.
1 year warranty including Parts and Labor on mechan-
Includes SMX family. ical and electrical parts of the auger and condensing
unit only.
1 year warranty including Parts and Labor
• New complete component sold as a partial system retro-fit
to an existing Eskimo system
Cruisair Tempered Water 1 year warranty including Parts and Labor on new com-
• New, complete system installation using any member of the ponent only.
SMX family. Note: Use of saltwater as feedwater to make ice will void warranty
on the auger section of the unit.
NOTE: Excludes pump which has a 1 year warranty
• New, complete model sold as a partial system retrofit to an Sentry Battery Chargers
existing system. • New SM and FR series installation.
Includes SMX family. 2 year warranty including Parts and Labor
1 year warranty including Parts and Labor • New G-series installation.
Refrigerators/Freezers/Fish Boxes
The below warranty periods do not apply to systems that are
installed as described in Section II, item #7, of the Owner’s
Replacement Parts
• Replacement parts and components
Limited Warranty, document # L-0123.
Example: A-509, 40401-30.
• New installation of entire system including condensing unit, 90 day warranty, Parts only
line sets, evaporator, etc.
• Replacement Compressors for other than Tempered Water
Systems - example: R3101-16T, DX equipment - installed in
• New complete model sold as a partial system retrofit to an an existing Cruisair system or a competitor’s system.
existing Cruisair system.
• Replacement compressors for Tempered Water - example:
• New installation of condensing unit only, with line sets, evap- 30130-36 installed in an existing Cruisair system.
orators, etc. done by others i.e. not Cruisair pre-charged line
sets and evaporators.
1 year warranty including parts and labor on mechani- • A Tempered Water compressor - example: 30130-36 in-
cal and electrical parts of condensing unit only. stalled with competitor’s equipment.
90 day warranty, Parts only
Revised: 7-18-06 L-0694
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L-0952 ❖ English
Owner’s Limited Warranty
As hereinafter described, Dometic Environmental Corporation limits the duration of any implied warranty to the duration of the
underlying express warranty and also disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental damages arising from any applica-
tion, installation, use or malfunction of any warranted product.
Section I an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply
to you.
What does the Limited Warranty cover?
Products manufactured by Dometic Environmental Corporation
(Dometic) are under limited warranty to be free from defects Section II
in workmanship or materials under normal use and service What does this Limited Warranty not cover?
with the obligation of Dometic under this limited warranty being
This Warranty Shall Not Apply to:
limited to replacing or repairing any component(s) which shall
1. Failures resulting from improper installation or use contrary
disclose defects within the time limits defined in Section III and
to instructions.
which, upon examination by Dometic, shall appear to the satis-
faction of Dometic to be defective or not up to specifications. 2. Failures resulting from abuse, misuse, accident, fire, or
submergence.
This Limited Warranty is made in lieu of all other express
warranties, obligations, or liabilities on the part of Domet- 3. Any part manufactured by Dometic which shall have been
ic. In addition, Dometic shall not be responsible for any altered so as to impair its original characteristics.
incidental or consequential damages. In those instances
4. Any parts which fail as a result of misuse, improper appli-
in which a cash refund is made, such refund shall effect the
cation or improper installation.
cancellation of the contract of sale without reservation of rights
on the part of the purchaser. Such refund shall constitute 5. Items not manufactured by Dometic, i.e., items which are
full and final satisfaction of all claims which purchaser has purchased from another manufacturer and supplied as re-
or may have against Dometic due to any actual or alleged ceived by Dometic without alteration or modification except
breach of warranty, either express or implied, including, as any part of an Dometic-manufactured unit or compo-
without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability nent.
or fitness for a particular purpose. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam- 6. Components or parts used by or applied by the purchaser
ages so the above limitation may not apply to you. The terms as an integral part of products not manufactured by Domet-
and conditions of this warranty shall be governed by the laws ic.
of the Commonwealth of Virginia. 7. Warranty does not cover damage to components that
comprise a Custom Wrapped Box Evaporator refriger-
The Dealer is not an agent for Dometic except for the pur-
ation system (aka: catch boxes, fish boxes, etc.) when
pose of administering the above warranty to the extent herein
the box is installed in such a way that the customer can
provided, and Dometic does not authorize the dealer or any
move it. These damages may include, but are not limited
other person to assume for Dometic any liability in connection
to: crimped refrigerant linesets (copper tubing or flexible
with such warranty, or any liability or expense incurred in the
linesets), refrigerant leaks, moisture ingression into the re-
replacement or repair of its products other than those expressly
frigeration system, subsequent damage to condensing unit
authorized herein. Dometic shall not be responsible for any
from being operated with low refrigerant charge or moisture
liability or expense except as is specifically authorized and
in the system, broken refrigerant connections, broken ther-
provided in this section.
mostat sensors, and/or broken constant pressure valves.
Dometic reserves the right to improve its products through
Installation and application of Dometic components is not
changes in design or material without being obligated to incor-
warranted by Dometic because Dometic has no control or
porate such changes in products of prior manufacture, and to
authority over the selection, location, application, or installation
make changes at any time in design, materials, or part of units
of these components.
of any one year’s model, without obligation or liability to owners
of units of the same year’s model of prior manufacture.
Section III
This warranty gives you, the purchaser, specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state What is the period of coverage?
to state. You also have implied warranty rights, including an See the Limited Warranty Periods, document # L-0694, for the
implied warranty of merchantability, which means that your period of coverage.
product must be fit for the ordinary purposes for which such
goods are used. The duration of any implied warranty rights All Dometic components bear a data plate on which there are
is limited to the duration of the express warranty as found model and serial numbers. The serial number is date coded. To
in Section III. Some states do not allow limitations on how long determine whether or not any Dometic component is in warran-
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ty, proceed as follows:
WARNING
Dometic Environmental Corporation (Dometic) manufacturers of Cruisair, Dometic
1. Determine the manufacture date of the component from Auxiliary A/C, Dometic Refrigerators and Freezers, Eskimo Ice, Grunert, Marine Air,
the serial number on the data plate. If you are not familiar and Sentry products, makes the following safety warnings concerning the application,
with the date code, write or call the Dometic Customer Ser- installation, use and care of its products. Although these warnings are extensive, there
may be specific hazards which may arise out of circumstances which we have not
vice Department at (804)746-1313, to obtain the manufac- outlined herein. Use this as a guide for developing an awareness of potential hazards
ture date. The hours of the Customer Service Department of all kinds. Such an awareness will be a key factor in assuring your SAFETY and
comfort.
are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (USA, Eastern Time Zone) Monday
ELECTRICITY - Many Dometic products operate on 115, 230 or 440 volt AC power.
through Friday excluding holidays. Such voltages can be LETHAL; therefore, the chassis, cabinets, bases, etc., on all
components must be grounded together and connected to the vessel’s grounding
2. It is possible that there might exist a considerable time system. Sparks can occur as switches, thermostats and relays open and close in
lag between the date a component is manufactured and the normal operation of the equipment. Since this is the case, ventilating blowers for
the removal of hazardous fumes or vapors should be operated at least 5 minutes
the date it is put in service. In such instances, the date of before and during operation of any Dometic product or group of Dometic products. All
manufacture could indicate that the item is out of warran- electrical connections must be covered and protected so accidental contact cannot be
made by persons using the equipment, as such contact could be LETHAL.
ty. However, based on the date the equipment is first put
in service, the item may still be covered by the Dometic ELECTROLYSIS - Electrical leakage of any component can cause electrolytic dete-
rioration (electrolysis) of thru-hull components which could result in leakage serious
warranty described in Section I. For proof of date put in enough to sink a vessel which could result in loss of life. All Dometic components
service, Dometic will require a copy of the bill of sale of the must be kept clean and dry and checked periodically for electrical leakage. If any
electrical leakage is detected, the component should be replaced or the fault causing
Dometic equipment from the installer or new boat dealer to the leakage corrected before the component is put back into service.
the original owner. GAS - Dometic Air Conditioning and Refrigeration components utilize R-22 (Chloro-
difluoromethane), R134a refrigerant (Tetrafluoroethane), R-407C (which contains Di-
flouromethane [HFC-32], Pentafluoroethane [HFC125], and 1.1.1.2 -Tetrafluoroethane
Section IV [HFC134a]), R404A (R125/R143a/R134 [44%/52%/4%]), or R417a, which are
non-toxic, non-flammable gases; however, these gases contain no oxygen and will not
How do you get service? Please Read the follow- support life. Refrigerant gas tends to settle in the lowest areas of the compartment. If
you experience a leak, evacuate all personnel, and ventilate area. Do not allow open
ing Warranty Procedure. flames in the area of leaks because refrigerant gas, when burned, decomposes into
other potentially LETHAL gases. Refrigerant components operate at high pressure
and no servicing should be attempted without gloves, long-sleeved clothing and eye
WARRANTY PROCEDURE protection. Liquid refrigerant gas can cause severe frost burns to the skin and eyes.
VENTILATION - To cool or heat air, Dometic Air Conditioning and Refrigeration com-
ponents are designed to move air through a heat exchanger by a blower or propeller
If the failure of a Dometic component is determined to be fan. This design necessarily produces a suction on one side of the air handling com-
covered under the Dometic warranty and the time in service is ponent and a pressure on the other side. Air handling components must be installed
so that the suction-pressure action does not: (1) pressurize an area to the extent
determined to be within the warranty time limit, the owner has that structural failure occurs which could cause harm to occupants or bystanders, or
the following three options: (2) cause a suction or low pressure in an area where hydrogen gas from batteries,
raw fuel vapor from fuel tanks, carbon monoxide from operating propulsion engines,
power generators or heaters, methane gas from sewage holding tanks, or any other
1. Preferred option: Have a Dometic authorized Servicing dangerous gas or vapor could exist. If an air handling unit is installed in such a man-
Dealer perform the work needed. The customer should ner that allows potentially lethal gases or vapors to be discharged by the air handling
unit into the living space, this could result in loss of life.
call Dometic’s Service Department for a recommendation
as to the closest dealer. If the customer already knows an Maximum protection against the introduction of dangerous gases or vapors into living
spaces can be obtained by providing living spaces which are sealed from all other
authorized servicing dealer, the dealer should be contact- spaces by use of airtight bulkheads and decks, etc., and through the introduction of
ed directly. clean air into the living space. Bear in mind that the advent of air conditioning, wheth-
er it be for cooling or for heating, naturally leads to the practice of closing a living
space tightly. Never close all windows and doors unless auxiliary ventilating systems,
2. If the customer contacts Dometic’s Service Department for which introduce clean outside air into the living space, are used. Always leave enough
a Servicing Dealer and Dometic has no one in that partic- window and door openings to provide adequate ventilation in the event potentially
lethal gases or fumes should escape from any source.
ular area, Dometic will authorize the use of a local service
company and Dometic will work with the local company to CONDENSATE - All cooling units produce water condensate when operating on the
cooling cycle. This water must be drained from the cooling unit overboard. If conden-
assist in any way possible. sate is allowed to drip on a wooden structure, rotting or decay and structural failure
may occur which could result in loss of life. If condensate is allowed to drip on electri-
3. The customer may send his equipment back to the factory cal components, deterioration of the electrical components could result in hazardous
conditions. When an air conditioning system is in operation, condensate drains may
to have the repair work done. Dometic will make every be subjected to negative pressure. Always locate condensate drains as far as possible
effort to return the equipment to the customer within a from points where engine waste and other dangerous gases are exhausted so no
three week time period. If the claim represents a legitimate such dangerous gases can be drawn into the condensate drains.
warranty problem, Dometic will pay the freight both ways.

Dometic prefers option one and two, if at all possible. Warning
Never sleep in a closed area on a boat when any equipment, which functions as a
The customer may contact the Dometic Service Department at result of the combustion of a volatile fuel, is in operation (such as engines, genera-
tors, power plants, or oil-fired heaters, etc.). At any time, the exhaust system of such
(804) 746-1313. devices could fail, resulting in a build-up of LETHAL gases within the closed area.
Warning Revised: 6-5-06
L-0123 Revised: 6-5-06

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L-0952 ❖ English
Description of Figures
Fig. 1 Modulating Condensing Unit

Fig. 2 Typical Cooling Unit
Fig. 3 Typical Cooling Unit Installation
Fig. 4 Pump Head Orientation
Fig. 5 Seawater Manifolds
Fig. 6 Seawater Piping, Proper System and Common Mistakes
Fig. 7 Duct and Grill Sizes Table
Fig. 8 Plenum Configurations
Fig. 9 Switch Dimensions and Template
Fig. 10 SMXir Mounting Template and Instructions
Fig. 11 Refrigerant Line Sizes
Fig. 12 Modulating Unit Refrigerant Circuit
Fig. 13 Refrigerant Distributors
Fig. 14 FM24C Condensing Unit Wiring
Fig. 16 FM 3-Phase Condensing Unit Wiring
Fig. 17 FM Condensing Unit, Compressor Relay Wiring
Fig. 18 EMB & EHMB Cooling Unit Wiring Diagrams
Fig. 19 PLHMX-HV Power Logic Box Wiring Diagram
Fig. 20 SMX II Control System Wiring
Fig. 21 Modulating System Schematic Diagram
Fig. 22 Replacement SMX II Parts
Fig. 23 SMXir Remote Control Operation Range
29
L-0952 ❖ English
Fig. 1 Modulating Condensing Unit Fig. 3 Typical Cooling Unit Installation
Fig. 2 Typical Cooling Unit Fig. 4 Pump Head Orientation
Fig. 5 Seawater Manifolds
L-0952 30
Fig. 6 Seawater Piping, Proper System and Common Mistakes
Fig. 7 Duct and Grill Sizes Table
Unit Min. Return Min. Supply Duct

Capacity Air Grill Air Grill Size
(Btu/hr) (sq in/cm) (sq in/cm) (in/mm)
4,000 72/465 49/315 5/125

6,000 72/465 49/315 5/125
8,000 72/465 49/315 5/125
10,000 100/650 60/390 6/150
12,000 120/780 70/455 6/150
16,000 144/935 80/520 7/175
L-0952 31
Fig. 8 Plenum Configurations Fig. 9 Switch Dimensions and Template
L-0952 32
Fig. 10 SMXir Mounting Template and Instructions
L-0952 33
Fig. 11 Refrigerant Line Sizes
Unit or Line Recommended

Capacity Line Sizes
(Btu/hr) Discharge Suction
4,000 - 12,000 1/4" 3/8"
16,000 1/4" 1/2"
24,000 3/8" 3/4"
42,000 3/8" 3/4"
Notes:
- Maximum length of refrigerant line between condensing
unit and each cooling unit is 50 feet (15m).
- Only use seamless refrigeration grade copper tubing
- Insulate suction line with minimum 3/8” (10mm) thick
closed cell insulation.
- Make sure all suction fittings and manifold are insulated.
- Seal (glue and/or tape) all insulation seams.
- Distributors should be located so that the refrigerant lines
from the distributors to each cooling unit are approximately
equal in length.
Fig. 12 Modulating Unit Refrigerant Circuit Fig. 13 Refrigerant Distributors
L-0952 34
L-0952 35
Fig. 16 FM 3-Phase Condensing Unit Wiring
Fig. 17 FM Condensing Unit, Compressor Relay Wiring
L-0952 36
Fig. 18 EMB & EHMB Cooling Unit Wiring Diagrams
Fig. 19 PLHMX-HV Power Logic Box Wiring Diagram
L-0952 37
Fig. 20 SMX II Control System Wiring
L-0952 38
Fig. 21 Modulating Systems Schematic Diagram
L-0952 39
Fig. 22 Replacement SMX II PartsDX SMX II Parts
Replacement
Model Description
SMXIRB SMXir Keypad/Display, Black, 3/4 Door
SMXIRW SMXir Keypad/Display, White, 3/4 Door
SMXIRB-F SMXir Keypad/Display, Black, Full Door
SMXIRW-F SMXir Keypad/Display, White, Full Door
SMXIR-REM SMXir Remote Control
CXP## Cable for SMXir keypad (## is length in feet)
5103400 Replacement Full Door for SMXIRB, Black
5103400W Replacement Full Door for SMXIRW, White
PLHMX-HV SMX II Power/Logic Box or Mod. Systems, 115/230V
SMXIIAB SMX II Keypad/Display, Black
PXB Snap-on cover for SMX II, Black
PXN Snap-on cover for SMX II, Brown
PXW Snap-on cover for SMX II, White
PXG Snap-on cover for SMX II, Beige
CX## Cable for SMXII keypad (## is length in feet)
TSE## Temperature Sensor, 3-pin connector (old style)
TSEP## Temperature Sensor, RJ-11 connector
A-288T Replacement P/L board, 115/230V, HV
A-281T Replacement P/L board, 115/230V, large board
Note: Cables are available in lengths from 5 feet to 60 feet.

See SMXCABLE drawing for different connectors.
Fig. 23 SMXir Remote Control Operation Range

Cruisair Worldwide Service Dealer Locator
The majority of the service listings displayed for the United States are key members of the national Cruisair distributor or master
dealer network. If you need service, please contact the closest company shown. In most cases they will direct you to a local dealer
or service port. We have over 500 Cruisair dealers in the national Cruisair network, and one should be convenient to you.
The international companies listed are, in many cases, distributors and are capable of managing the majority of service requests
for the countries listed. In some cases they will refer you to a local dealer.
You may also contact us directly via the web site or call us in the US at (804) 746-1313.
For a complete and up-to-date Dealer locator list, please visit our website at http://www.cruisair.com/cruisair/dealer.html
Connecticut Hawaii
Domestic GDL Services, LLC Southern California Marine Enterprises
Location: Clinton, CT, USA Location: San Diego, CA, USA
USA
Territory: Connecticut River Area Phone: 619-224-2869
AAP Inc. Phone: 860-669-5179 Fax: 619-226-0496
Location: Milford, VA, USA Fax: 860-669-5806 E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com
Web: www.southerncalmarine.com
Territory: National Coach & Mobile Products Only Nautical Air, Inc.
Phone: 804-633-9454
Idaho
Location: Copiague, NY, USA
Fax: 804-633-5499 Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of Sure Marine Services Inc.
Web: www.aap.com Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI, Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Alabama Phone: 631-956-3456 Phone: 206 -784-9903
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Fax: 631-956-3479 Fax: 206-784-0506
E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com E-mail: sales@suremarine.com
Location: Seabrook, TX, USA
Web: www.nauticalair.com Illinois
Phone: 281-474-3276
Fax: 281-474-2714
Delaware J & S Marine Sales & Service
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Annapolis Cruisair Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Web: www.aersupply.com Location: Annapolis, MD, USA Phone: (586) 463-3400
Thom Chase Heating and A/C Territory: In Md: Baltimore & Areas South; In Delaware: Fax: (586) 463-1762
Location: Chattanooga, TN, USA South of the Sassafras River E-mail: jandsmarine@sbcglobal.net
Territory: Northern Alabama, Northern Mississippi, Phone: 410-224-0970 Web: www.jandsmarine.com
Tennessee, Western Kentucky Fax: 410-224-0050 Midwest Marine Supply
Phone: 423-344-6356 E-mail: cruisair45@aol.com
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI, USA
Fax: 423-344-6356 Web: www.annapoliscruisair.com
Phone: 586-778-8950
E-mail: thomchase@aol.com Nautical Air, Inc. Fax: 586-778-6108
Alaska Location: Copiague, NY, USA
Nautical Air, Inc.
Southern California Marine Enterprises Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Location: San Diego, CA, USA Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Phone: 631-956-3456
Phone: 619-224-2869 Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Fax: 631-956-3479
Fax: 619-226-0496 Phone: 631-956-3456
E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com Fax: 631-956-3479
Web: www.nauticalair.com
Web: www.southerncalmarine.com E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
Florida Web: www.nauticalair.com
Arizona
Cruisair Southeast, A Division of T.K. Alley, Inc. Indiana
Southern California Marine Enterprises
Location: Dania Beach, FL, USA
Location: San Diego, CA, USA J & S Marine Sales & Service
Territory: Southeast Florida
Phone: 619-224-2869 Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Fax: 619-226-0496 Phone: 954-920-0300
Phone: (586) 463-3400
E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com Fax: 954-920-0301
Fax: (586) 463-1762
Web: www.southerncalmarine.com E-mail: tkalley@aol.com
E-mail: jandsmarine@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.cruisair-southeast.com
Arkansas Web: www.jandsmarine.com
Cruisair Suncoast, Inc. Midwest Marine Supply
A.E.R. Supply, Inc.
Location: St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Location: St. Clair Shores, MI, USA
Territory: Tampa, St. Petersburg and surrounding areas
Phone: 281-474-3276 Phone: 586-778-8950
Phone: 727-526-7875 Fax: 586-778-6108
Fax: 281-474-2714
Fax: 727-528-9519
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Nautical Air, Inc.
E-mail: cruisairsuncoast@yahoo.com
Web: www.aersupply.com
California Ward's Marine Electric, Inc.
Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL, USA
Southern California Marine Enterprises Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Territory: Battery Chargers Only
Location: San Diego, CA, USA Phone: 631-956-3456
Phone: 954-523-2815 Fax: 631-956-3479
Phone: 619-224-2869
Fax: 954-523-1967 E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
Fax: 619-226-0496
E-mail: info@wardsmarine.com Web: www.nauticalair.com
E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com
Web: www.southerncalmarine.com Georgia Iowa
Colorado Beard Marine/Savannah J & S Marine Sales & Service
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Location: Savannah, GA, USA Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Phone: (912) 356-5222 Phone: (586) 463-3400
Fax: (912) 692-1006 Fax: (586) 463-1762
Phone: 281-474-3276
E-mail: infosavannah@beardmarine.com E-mail: jandsmarine@sbcglobal.net
Fax: 281-474-2714
Web: www.beardmarine.com Web: www.jandsmarine.com
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com
Web: www.aersupply.com Midwest Marine Supply
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI, USA
Phone: 586-778-8950
Fax: 586-778-6108
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06

Iowa Mississippi New York
Nautical Air, Inc. A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Nautical Air, Inc.
Location: Copiague, NY, USA Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Location: Copiague, NY, USA
Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of Phone: 281-474-3276 Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI, Fax: 281-474-2714 Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Phone: 631-956-3456 E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Phone: 631-956-3456
Fax: 631-956-3479 Web: www.aersupply.com Fax: 631-956-3479
E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com Sea Chest Marine Distr. E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
Web: www.nauticalair.com Web: www.nauticalair.com
Location: New Orleans, LA, USA
Kansas Territory: Gulf Coast (LA & MS) North Carolina
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Phone: 800-535-8630 Martin's Marine
Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Fax: 504-288-1758 Location: Wilmington, NC, USA
Phone: 281-474-3276 Thom Chase Heating and A/C Territory: North Carolina and Myrtle Beach, SC
Fax: 281-474-2714 Location: Chattanooga, TN, USA Phone: 910-799-9362
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Fax: 910-793-4267
Territory: Northern Alabama, Northern Mississippi,
Tennessee, Western Kentucky North Dakota
Kentucky Phone: 423-344-6356 A.E.R. Supply, Inc.
Thom Chase Heating and A/C Fax: 423-344-6356
Location: Chattanooga, TN, USA E-mail: thomchase@aol.com
Phone: 281-474-3276
Territory: Northern Alabama, Northern Mississippi, Missouri Fax: 281-474-2714
Tennessee, Western Kentucky A.E.R. Supply, Inc. E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com
Phone: 423-344-6356 Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Web: www.aersupply.com
Fax: 423-344-6356 Ohio
Phone: 281-474-3276
E-mail: thomchase@aol.com
Fax: 281-474-2714 Nautical Air, Inc.
Louisiana E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Web: www.aersupply.com
Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Montana Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Phone: 281-474-3276 Sure Marine Services Inc. Phone: 631-956-3456
Fax: 281-474-2714 Location: Seattle, WA, USA Fax: 631-956-3479
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
Phone: 206 -784-9903
Web: www.aersupply.com Web: www.nauticalair.com
Fax: 206-784-0506
Sea Chest Marine Distr. E-mail: sales@suremarine.com Oklahoma
Location: New Orleans, LA, USA Nebraska A.E.R. Supply, Inc.
Territory: Gulf Coast (LA & MS)
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Location: Seabrook, TX, USA
Phone: 800-535-8630 Phone: 281-474-3276
Fax: 504-288-1758 Fax: 281-474-2714
Phone: 281-474-3276
Maryland Fax: 281-474-2714 E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com
Annapolis Cruisair E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Web: www.aersupply.com
Location: Annapolis, MD, USA Web: www.aersupply.com Oregon

Territory: In Md: Baltimore & Areas South; In Delaware: Nevada Sure Marine Services Inc.
South of the Sassafras River A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Phone: 410-224-0970 Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Phone: 206 -784-9903
Fax: 410-224-0050 Fax: 206-784-0506
Phone: 281-474-3276
E-mail: cruisair45@aol.com E-mail: sales@suremarine.com
Fax: 281-474-2714
Web: www.annapoliscruisair.com
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Pennsylvania
Maryland (N of Baltimore) Web: www.aersupply.com
Nautical Air, Inc.
Nautical Air, Inc. Southern California Marine Enterprises Location: Copiague, NY, USA
Location: Copiague, NY, USA Location: San Diego, CA, USA Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of Phone: 619-224-2869 Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI, Fax: 619-226-0496 Phone: 631-956-3456
Phone: 631-956-3456 E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com Fax: 631-956-3479
Fax: 631-956-3479 Web: www.southerncalmarine.com E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com New Jersey Web: www.nauticalair.com
Web: www.nauticalair.com
Nautical Air, Inc. Rhode Island
Massachusetts
Location: Copiague, NY, USA Cay Electronics
World Wide Enterprises Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of Location: Portsmouth, Rhode Island, USA
Location: East Falmouth, MA, USA Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI, Territory: Rhode Island
Phone: 508-540-0963 Phone: 631-956-3456 Phone: 401-683-3520
E-mail: info@worldwideent.net Fax: 631-956-3479 Fax: 401-683-3633
Web: www.worldwideent.net E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com Web: www.cayelectronics.com
Michigan Web: www.nauticalair.com
Nautical Air, Inc.
J & S Marine Sales & Service New Mexico
Location: Detroit, MI, USA A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Territory: CT, DE (N. of Sassafras River), IO, IL, MD (N.of
Phone: (586) 463-3400 Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Baltimore), NJ, NY, PA, OH, RI,
Fax: (586) 463-1762 Phone: 281-474-3276 Phone: 631-956-3456
E-mail: jandsmarine@sbcglobal.net Fax: 281-474-2714 Fax: 631-956-3479
Web: www.jandsmarine.com E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com E-mail: sales@nauticalair.com
Minnesota Web: www.aersupply.com Web: www.nauticalair.com
Midwest Cruisair South Carolina

Location: Red Wing, MN, USA Atlantic Boat ACR
Territory: Minnesota and Western Wisconsin Location: Johns Island, SC, USA
Phone: 651-388-4881 Phone: 843-557-0788
Fax: 651-388-9186 Fax: 843-557-0786
E-mail: estelter@redwing.net E-mail: info@atlanticboatacr.com
Web: www.atlanticboatacr.com
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06
South Carolina Wyoming
Bahrain
Martin's Marine A.E.R. Supply, Inc.
2000 Marine Stores
Location: Wilmington, NC, USA Location: Seabrook, TX, USA
Location: Manama, Baharain
Territory: North Carolina and Myrtle Beach, SC Phone: 281-474-3276
Fax: 281-474-2714 Phone: 973-742-777
Phone: 910-799-9362
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Fax: 973-742-255
Fax: 910-793-4267
Web: www.aersupply.com Mantech
South Dakota
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A.E.R. Supply, Inc.
International Phone: 971 4 333 25 42
Fax: 971 4 333 06 49
Phone: 281-474-3276 Angola E-mail: mge@emirates.net.ae
Fax: 281-474-2714
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com Southern Power Products Bangladesh
Web: www.aersupply.com Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd
Tennessee Phone: 27-21-511-0653
Location: , Singapore
Fax: 27-21-510-3049
Thom Chase Heating and A/C Phone: (65) 6861 1188
E-mail: sales@southernpower.co.za
Location: Chattanooga, TN, USA Fax: (65) 6861 4263
Territory: Northern Alabama, Northern Mississippi, Antigua E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg
Tennessee, Western Kentucky Web: www.tritex.com.sg
Aboard Refrigeration
Phone: 423-344-6356 Belgium
Location: English Harbour, Antigua
Fax: 423-344-6356
E-mail: thomchase@aol.com Phone: 268-460-1690 Eberca
Fax: 419-858-0544
Texas Location: , Netherlands
E-mail: aboardrf@candw.ag
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Phone: 31 186621955
The Signal Locker Fax: 31 186621818
Location: English Harbour, Antigua E-mail: info@eberca.nl
Phone: 281-474-3276
Phone: 268-460-1528
Fax: 281-474-2714
Fax: 268-460-1148
Bermuda
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com
E-mail: lockers@candw.ag Flatt's Marine
Argentina Location: St. Georges, Bermuda
Utah
Phone: 441-293-5740
A.E.R. Supply, Inc. Trimer S.A. Fax: 441-293-5740
Location: Seabrook, TX, USA Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Phone: 281-474-3276 Phone: 5411-4580-0444
Botswana
Fax: 281-474-2714 Fax: 5411-4580-0440 Southern Power Products
E-mail: rsmiller@aersupply.com E-mail: trimer@trimer.com.ar
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Web: www.aersupply.com Web: www.trimer.com.ar
Phone: 27-21-511-0653
Southern California Marine Enterprises
Australia Fax: 27-21-510-3049
Location: San Diego, CA, USA E-mail: sales@southernpower.co.za
Phone: 619-224-2869 Seabreeze Industries
Fax: 619-226-0496 Location: Coomera, Queensland, Australia Brazil
E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com Phone: 61-7-55806371 Sailing Products
Web: www.southerncalmarine.com Fax: 61-7-55806372
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Virginia E-mail: sales@seabreeze-industries.com.au
Phone: 55 (0) 21 3154-9990
Web: www.seabreeze-industries.com.au
Lamy Marine, Inc. Fax: 55 (0) 21 2494-7223
Location: Chesapeake, VA, USA Austria E-mail: sailing@sailing.com.br
Phone: 757-494-3747 Dometic Marine - Italy, Sales Company Sailing Products
Fax: 757-494-3740 Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Location: Milano, Italy
E-mail: lamy.marine@verizon.net
Phone: 39 0362 44182 Phone: 55 (0) 11 81 1985
Washington Fax: 55 (0) 11 81 1936
Fax: 39 0362 452226
Sure Marine Services Inc. E-mail: marine.info@dometic.it
British Virgin Islands
Location: Seattle, WA, USA Nautica Centis di Nespolo Cinzia & C. Sne
Phone: 206 -784-9903 Cay Electronics Ltd.
Location: Bevazzana de Latisana (UD), Italy
Fax: 206-784-0506 Location: Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Territory: Northeast Italy, Austria, Croatia, Slovenia
E-mail: sales@suremarine.com Phone: 284-494-2400
Phone: 390-431-53-644
Wisconsin (East) Fax: 284-494-5389
Fax: 390-431-53-460
E-mail: caybvi@candwbvi.net
J & S Marine Sales & Service E-mail: nautica.centis@nauticacentis.it
Web: www.cayelectronics.com
Location: Detroit, MI, USA Web: www.nauticacentis.it
Parts And Power
Phone: (586) 463-3400 Bahamas Location: Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Fax: (586) 463-1762
E-mail: jandsmarine@sbcglobal.net Freezing Point, Ltd. Phone: 284-494-2830
Web: www.jandsmarine.com Location: Nassau, Bahamas Fax: 284-494-1584
E-mail: info@partsandpower.com
Midwest Marine Supply Phone: 242-325-3589
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI, USA Fax: 242-356-5271 British West Indies
E-mail: freezingpoint@bahamas.net.bs
Phone: 586-778-8950 Caribbean Marine & Diesel
Fax: 586-778-6108 Nixon's Refrigeration
Location: Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies
Wisconsin (West) Location: Abaco, Bahamas
Phone: 649-941-5903
Territory: Abaco Island only
Midwest Cruisair Fax: 649-941-5902
Phone: 242-367-5219 E-mail: caribmarinediesel@tciway.tc
Location: Red Wing, MN, USA
Fax: 242-367-5219
Territory: Minnesota and Western Wisconsin
E-mail: seannixon@email.com
Marine Power
Phone: 651-388-4881 Location: Grand Cayman Island, British West Indies
Fax: 651-388-9186 Phone: 345-947-1945
E-mail: estelter@redwing.net Fax: 345-947-1909
E-mail: mpower@candw.ky
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06

Canada Dr. Ice St. Croix Marine Corp.
Location: St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Location: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
British Columbia
Territory: St. Thomas Phone: 340-773-0289
Accutemp Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Phone: 340-513-9072 Fax: 340-778-8974
Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Fax: 340-775-6576 E-mail: stcroixmarine@hotmail.com
Territory: Western Canada E-mail: davidgott@hotmail.com; Sun Cool Air Conditioning Corp
Phone: 250-475-2665 Enertech N.V. Location: Carolina, Puerto Rico
Fax: 250-475-1957 Location: Simpson Bay, St. Maarten/St. Martin, Netherlands Phone: 787-791-6971
E-mail: info@accutemp.ca Antilles Fax: 787-791-3885
Web: www.accutemp.ca E-mail: suncool1@coqui.net
Phone: 599-551-2145
Airon Heating And Air Conditioning Fax: 305-675-5857 (USA) Technical House (E.T.S. Inc.)
Location: Richmond, BC, Canada E-mail: service@enertechnv.com
Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Territory: Western Canada Web: www.enertechnv.com
Territory: Sentry Battery Chargers Only
Phone: 604-270-2040 Freezing Point, Ltd.
Phone: 787-781-1313
Fax: 604-270-3888 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Fax: 787-781-2020
E-mail: dmairon@telus.net Phone: 242-325-3589 E-mail: jdonato@technicalhouse.com
Web: www.aironhvac.com Fax: 242-356-5271 Web: www.technicalhouse.com
Ontario E-mail: freezingpoint@bahamas.net.bs
The Signal Locker
J & S Marine Sales & Service Frostline Location: English Harbour, Antigua
Location: Detroit, MI, USA Location: , St. Maarten/St. Martin, Netherlands Antilles Phone: 268-460-1528
Phone: (586) 463-3400 Phone: 599 522 9610 (Technical) Fax: 268-460-1148
Fax: (586) 463-1762 Fax: 599 544 3263 E-mail: lockers@candw.ag
E-mail: jandsmarine@sbcglobal.net E-mail: paul@frostline.biz (technical); glyn@frostline.biz
Web: www.jandsmarine.com China
Hitchcraft Co.
Northland Supply Company Location: Curacao, Netherlands Antilles Chi-Mo Inc.
Location: Queensville, ON, Canada Phone: 5999 667 3349 Location: Shanghai, China
Phone: 905-478-2244 Fax: 501-641-2708 (US Line) Phone: 8621-5917-1111
Fax: 905-478-2295 E-mail: hcraft@attglobal.net; hitchcraft@hotmail.com Fax: 8621-5917-1166
E-mail: norsupco@aol.com Iceberg Refrigeration E-mail: sales@springfieldmarine.com.cn
Web: www.norsupco.com Web: www.springfieldmarine.com.cn
Location: Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Caribbean Islands Phone: 590-24 35 35
Fax: 590-24 35 35 Location: , Singapore
Aboard Refrigeration E-mail: iceberg.refrigeration@wanadoo.fr Phone: (65) 6861 1188
Location: English Harbour, Antigua Fax: (65) 6861 4263
Marine Power
Phone: 268-460-1690 E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg
Location: Grand Cayman Island, British West Indies
Fax: 419-858-0544 Web: www.tritex.com.sg
E-mail: aboardrf@candw.ag Phone: 345-947-1945
Fax: 345-947-1909
B&R Marine E-mail: mpower@candw.ky Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Wuhan, China
Location: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Phone: 8621-5240-2638
May Day Marine
Territory: Dominican Republic Fax: 8621-5240-2153
Phone: 809-562-1661 ext 7303 E-mail: tritex@public.sta.net.cn
Territory: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic Web: www.tritex.com.sg
Fax: 809-562-1521
E-mail: hsosa@navierasbr.com Phone: 787-637-0756
Fax: 787-790-2551 Costa Rica
C.S. Services
Nau-T-Kol Marine Refrigeration Gato Frío
Location: Martinique, French West Indies
Location: Chaguaramas, Trinidad Location: Marina Los Sueños, Costa Rica
Phone: 596-749113
Fax: 596-749174 Phone: 868-634-2174 Territory: Costa Rica, Panama
Fax: 868-634-2174 Phone: 506-637-7419
Caraibe Greemant E-mail: nautkol@cablenett.net Fax: 506-637-7180
Location: Le Marin, Martinique, French West Indies Web: www.nautkol.com E-mail: eric@yachtshare.net
Phone: 596 596 74 80 33 Nixon's Refrigeration Metro Marine
E-mail: cgmar@wanadoo.fr
Location: Abaco, Bahamas Location: Herradura Bay, Costa Rica
Caribbean Marine & Diesel Territory: Abaco Island only Phone: 506-643-2409
Location: Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Phone: 242-367-5219 Fax: 506-643-2409
Phone: 649-941-5903 Fax: 242-367-5219 Web: marinemetro@racsa.co.cr
Fax: 649-941-5902 E-mail: seannixon@email.com
E-mail: caribmarinediesel@tciway.tc Croatia
Outfitters International
Cay Electronics Ltd. Location: St. Georges, Grenada Dometic Marine - Italy, Sales Company
Location: Tortola, British Virgin Islands Phone: 473-440-7949 Location: Milano, Italy
Phone: 284-494-2400 Fax: 473-440-6680 Phone: 39 0362 44182
Fax: 284-494-5389 E-mail: footloos@caribsurf.com Fax: 39 0362 452226
E-mail: caybvi@candwbvi.net E-mail: marine.info@dometic.it
Parts And Power
Web: www.cayelectronics.com
Location: Tortola, British Virgin Islands Nautica Centis di Nespolo Cinzia & C. Sne
Centro Cruisair de Puerto Rico Location: Bevazzana de Latisana (UD), Italy
Phone: 284-494-2830
Location: Santurce, Puerto Rico Fax: 284-494-1584 Territory: Northeast Italy, Austria, Croatia, Slovenia
Phone: 787-727-3637 E-mail: info@partsandpower.com Phone: 390-431-53-644
Fax: 787-727-3637
Reefco Fax: 390-431-53-460
Cool-Tech Air Conditioning Location: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands E-mail: nautica.centis@nauticacentis.it
Location: Fajardo, Puerto Rico Web: www.nauticacentis.it
Phone: 340-776-0038
Phone: (787) 860-2615 Fax: 340-776-0038
Fax: (787) 801-2050 E-mail: dennyedy@viaccess.net
E-mail: cooltech@isppr.net
Regis Electronics (St Lucia) LTD.
Coral Bay Marine Service Location: St. Lucia, West Indies
Location: St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands Phone: 758-452-0205
Phone: 340-776-6859 Fax: 758-452-0206
Fax: 340-776-6859 E-mail: stlucia@regiselectronics.com
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06

Cyprus Germany Italy
Dometic Marine - United Kingdom, Sales GEMO GmbH Cummins Diesel Italia S.P.A
Company Location: Travemunde, Germany Location: Milan, Italy
Location: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom Phone: 49-4502-2466 Territory: Central & Southern Italy
Phone: 44 870 3306101 Fax: 49-4502-2425 Phone: 39 02 51 655 856
Fax: 44 870 3306102 E-mail: gemo_gmbh@t-online.de Fax: 39 02 51 65 58 55
E-mail: sales@dometicmarine.com Web: www.gemo_online.de E-mail: luigi.casaburi@cummins.com
Web: www.dometic.com
Greece Dometic Marine - Italy, Sales Company
Tuti Mare Trading Ltd Location: Milano, Italy
Location: Limassol, Cyprus Aegean Diesel Electric LT
Phone: 39 0362 44182
Phone: 35 725 431313 Location: , Piraeus, Greece
Fax: 39 0362 452226
Fax: 35 725 431300 Phone: 3014222484 E-mail: marine.info@dometic.it
E-mail: tutimare@cytanet.com.cy Fax: 3014175201
Nautica Centis di Nespolo Cinzia & C. Sne
E-mail: info@ade-marine.gr
Dominican Republic Location: Bevazzana de Latisana (UD), Italy
Dometic Marine - United Kingdom, Sales
Territory: Northeast Italy, Austria, Croatia, Slovenia
B&R Marine Company
Phone: 390-431-53-644
Location: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Location: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
Fax: 390-431-53-460
Territory: Dominican Republic Phone: 44 870 3306101 E-mail: nautica.centis@nauticacentis.it
Phone: 809-562-1661 ext 7303 Fax: 44 870 3306102 Web: www.nauticacentis.it
Fax: 809-562-1521 E-mail: sales@dometicmarine.com
E-mail: hsosa@navierasbr.com Web: www.dometic.com Japan
May Day Marine Polfrost Technical Ltd. Gunji Corporation
Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Location: Piraeus, Greece Location: Osaka, Japan
Territory: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic Phone: 30-210-461-3370 Phone: 81-6-6451-5615
Fax: 30-210-461-4376 Fax: 81-6-6454-0056
Phone: 787-637-0756
Fax: 787-790-2551 E-mail: gunji@gunji.com
Grenada
Web: www.gunji.com
Ecuador Outfitters International
Kuwait
Navas-Bustos Representaciones Location: St. Georges, Grenada
Location: Guayaquil, Equador Phone: 473-440-7949 Mantech
Fax: 473-440-6680 Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Phone: 593-2-252542
E-mail: footloos@caribsurf.com Phone: 971 4 333 25 42
Fax: 593-2-251-421
Fax: 971 4 333 06 49
Egypt Guam
E-mail: mge@emirates.net.ae
Climate Company Fentress Refrigeration Service Co. Seas & Deserts Group
Location: Tamuning, Guam Location: Al-shawikh, Kuwait
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Phone: 671-565-4038 Phone: 965-4849212
Phone: 20-2-2598092
Fax: 671-565-3315 Fax: 965-4820913
Fax: 20-2-4523028
E-mail: climate@tedata.net.eg Guatemala Luxembourg
Eritrea Automotores y Marina, S.A. Eberca
DM Electrical Engineering Location: Villa Nueva, Guatemala Location: , Netherlands
Location: Asmara, Eritrea Phone: 502-6631-2033 Phone: 31 186621955
Fax: 502-6631-2034 Fax: 31 186621818
Phone: 291-1-126737
E-mail: info@automotoresymarina.com E-mail: info@eberca.nl
Fax: 291-1-127650
France Hong Kong Malaysia

Dometic Marine - France, Sales Company Astral Marine, Ltd. Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd
Location: Sai Kung, NT, Hong Kong Location: , Singapore
Location: 60 128 Plailly, France
Phone: 852-271 959 82 Phone: (65) 6861 1188
Phone: Cell: 0033 (0)680 415 543
Fax: 852-219 444 63 Fax: (65) 6861 4263
Fax: 0033 (0)344 633 518
E-mail: funcle@pacific.net.hk E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg
E-mail: marine.sales@dometic.fr
Web: www.astral.com.hk Web: www.tritex.com.sg
Polymarine Distribution
Tripower International (HK) Ltd
Location: Cannet, Rocheville, France Maldives
Location: Kowloon, Hong Kong
Phone: 0033 493463634
Phone: (852) 2341-3329 Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd
Fax: 0033 493463634
Fax: (852) 2343-1830 Location: , Singapore
E-mail: polymarine.bayle@free.fr
E-mail: hk-sales@tripower.com.sg Phone: (65) 6861 1188
French West Indies Fax: (65) 6861 4263
Indonesia
E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg
C.S. Services
Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd Web: www.tritex.com.sg
Location: Martinique, French West Indies
Location: , Singapore Wheel Engineering Services
Phone: 596-749113
Phone: (65) 6861 1188 Location: Malé, Maldives
Fax: 596-749174
Fax: (65) 6861 4263 Territory: Maldives
Caraibe Greemant E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg
Phone: 960-3327806
Location: Le Marin, Martinique, French West Indies Web: www.tritex.com.sg
Fax: 960-3324145
Phone: 596 596 74 80 33
E-mail: cgmar@wanadoo.fr
Israel E-mail: wes@avasmail.com.mv
Iceberg Refrigeration Yamit Ltd. Malta

Location: Guadeloupe, French West Indies Location: Ramat-Gan, Israel Dometic Marine - United Kingdom, Sales
Phone: 590-24 35 35 Phone: 972 3 6123192 Company
Fax: 590-24 35 35 Fax: 972 3 6123197
Location: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
E-mail: iceberg.refrigeration@wanadoo.fr E-mail: nathan@yamit-mil.com
Phone: 44 870 3306101
Fax: 44 870 3306102
E-mail: sales@dometicmarine.com
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06

Inmartech Ltd New Zealand Puerto Rico
Location: Swieqi, STJ 04, Malta
Whiting Power Systems Centro Cruisair de Puerto Rico
Territory: Malta
Location: Auckland, New Zealand Location: Santurce, Puerto Rico
Phone: 356 21376476
Fax: 356 21376476 Phone: 64-9-358-2050 Phone: 787-727-3637
E-mail: inmartech@waldonet.net.mt Fax: 64-9-358-0285 Fax: 787-727-3637
E-mail: sales@whiting.co.nz
Cool-Tech Air Conditioning
Mexico Web: www.whitingpower.com
Location: Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Southern California Marine Enterprises Norway Phone: (787) 860-2615
Location: San Diego, CA, USA Fax: (787) 801-2050
Refnor A.S. E-mail: cooltech@isppr.net
Phone: 619-224-2869
Location: Østerås, Norway
Fax: 619-226-0496 May Day Marine
E-mail: sales@southerncalmarine.com Phone: 47-67 14 07 50
Web: www.southerncalmarine.com Fax: 47-67 14 70 88
E-mail: refnor.as@c2i.net Territory: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic
Monaco Phone: 787-637-0756
Oman Fax: 787-790-2551
Polymarine Distribution
Location: Cannet, Rocheville, France
Mantech Sun Cool Air Conditioning Corp
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Location: Carolina, Puerto Rico
Phone: 0033 493463634
Fax: 0033 493463634 Phone: 971 4 333 25 42 Phone: 787-791-6971
E-mail: polymarine.bayle@free.fr Fax: 971 4 333 06 49 Fax: 787-791-3885
E-mail: mge@emirates.net.ae E-mail: suncool1@coqui.net
Mozambique OHI Marine LLC Technical House (E.T.S. Inc.)
Southern Power Products Location: Muscat, Oman Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Location: Cape Town, South Africa Phone: 968-712240 Territory: Sentry Battery Chargers Only
Phone: 27-21-511-0653 Fax: 968-712085 Phone: 787-781-1313
Fax: 27-21-510-3049 Fax: 787-781-2020
Pakistan E-mail: jdonato@technicalhouse.com
Communications & Machinery Corp. Web: www.technicalhouse.com
Myanmar
Location: Karachi, Pakistan Qatar
Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd Phone: 92-21-5678252
Location: , Singapore Fax: 92-21-5683283 Al-Badi Trading Co.
Phone: (65) 6861 1188 E-mail: cmcorp@cyber.net.pk Location: Doha, Qatar
Fax: (65) 6861 4263 Phone: 9744320715
Panama
E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg Fax: 9744442888
Web: www.tritex.com.sg Compañía Evans Masters Mantech
Namibia Location: La Chorrea, Panama Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Territory: Panama Phone: 971 4 333 25 42
Southern Power Products
Phone: 507-232-7648 Fax: 971 4 333 06 49
Location: Cape Town, South Africa Fax: 507-232-7648 E-mail: mge@emirates.net.ae
Phone: 27-21-511-0653 E-mail: info@evanmasters.com
Fax: 27-21-510-3049 Web: www.evansmasters.com Russia
Gato Frío Standarte
Netherlands Location: Marina Los Sueños, Costa Rica Location: Starbeevo, Moscow region, Russia
Territory: Costa Rica, Panama Phone: 7 095 575 67 23
Eberca
Phone: 506-637-7419 Fax: 7 095 575 39 77
Location: , Netherlands E-mail: info@standarte.ru
Fax: 506-637-7180
Phone: 31 186621955 E-mail: eric@yachtshare.net Web: www.standarte.ru
Fax: 31 186621818
E-mail: info@eberca.nl Papua New Guinea Saudi Arabia
Netherlands Antilles Lohberger Engineering Pty Mantech

Location: Pors Moresby, Papau New Guinea Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Enertech N.V.
Phone: 675-321-2122 Phone: 971 4 333 25 42
Location: Simpson Bay, St. Maarten/St. Martin, Netherlands Fax: 971 4 333 06 49
Fax: 675-321-2704
Antilles E-mail: mge@emirates.net.ae
E-mail: loheng@online.net.pg
Phone: 599-551-2145
Samaco Marine Division
Fax: 305-675-5857 (USA) Peru
E-mail: service@enertechnv.com Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Web: www.enertechnv.com
Corporación Frío Novo SAC Phone: 966-2-6992300
Location: Lima (La Molina), Peru Fax: 966-2-6991024
Frostline
Phone: (511) 451-5052
Location: , St. Maarten/St. Martin, Netherlands Antilles Scandinavia
E-mail: frionovo@infonegocio.net.pe
Phone: 599 522 9610 (Technical)
Dometic Marine - Nordic Sales, Sales Company
Fax: 599 544 3263 Philippines
E-mail: paul@frostline.biz (technical); glyn@frostline.biz Location: Halmstad, Sweden
Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd Phone: +46 35 16 57 00
Hitchcraft Co.
Location: , Singapore Fax: +46 35 16 57 10
Location: Curacao, Netherlands Antilles E-mail: marine.info@dometic.se
Phone: (65) 6861 1188
Phone: 5999 667 3349 Fax: (65) 6861 4263 Web: www.dometic.com
Fax: 501-641-2708 (US Line) E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg Refnor A.S.
E-mail: hcraft@attglobal.net; hitchcraft@hotmail.com Web: www.tritex.com.sg
Location: Østerås, Norway
New Caledonia Portugal Phone: 47-67 14 07 50
Fax: 47-67 14 70 88
Altomarine PowerCool LDA E-mail: refnor.as@c2i.net
Location: Noumea, New Caledonia Location: Albufeira, Portugal
Phone: 687 25 96 12 Phone: 351 917 866 373
Fax: 687 25 43 30 Fax: 351 289 587 005
E-mail: altomar@altomarine.com E-mail: info@powercool.org
Web: www.powercool.org
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06

Singapore Trinidad & Tobago Venezuela
Tripower Corporation Pte Ltd Nau-T-Kol Marine Refrigeration Rich Marine Center, C.A.
Location: , Singapore Location: Chaguaramas, Trinidad Location: Puerto La Cruz,, Estado Anzoategui, Venezuela
Phone: (65) 6861 1188 Phone: 868-634-2174 Phone: 58 281 2811630
Fax: (65) 6861 4263 Fax: 868-634-2174 Fax: 58 281 2811630
E-mail: mgt@tripower.com.sg E-mail: nautkol@cablenett.net E-mail: richmarine@telcel.net.ve
Web: www.tritex.com.sg Web: www.nautkol.com Web: www.tuyate.net
Slovenia Turkey West Indies

Dometic Marine - Italy, Sales Company Dometic Marine - United Kingdom, Sales Aboard Refrigeration
Location: Milano, Italy Company Location: English Harbour, Antigua
Phone: 39 0362 44182 Location: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom Phone: 268-460-1690
Fax: 39 0362 452226 Phone: 44 870 3306101 Fax: 419-858-0544
E-mail: marine.info@dometic.it Fax: 44 870 3306102 E-mail: aboardrf@candw.ag
Nautica Centis di Nespolo Cinzia & C. Sne E-mail: sales@dometicmarine.com Regis Electronics (St Lucia) LTD.
Location: Bevazzana de Latisana (UD), Italy Location: St. Lucia, West Indies
Territory: Northeast Italy, Austria, Croatia, Slovenia Egemar Mühendislik Ltd Phone: 758-452-0205
Phone: 390-431-53-644 Location: Istanbul, Turkey Fax: 758-452-0206
Fax: 390-431-53-460 Phone: 90 216 494 2168 E-mail: stlucia@regiselectronics.com
E-mail: nautica.centis@nauticacentis.it Fax: 90 216 494 22 18
Web: www.nauticacentis.it E-mail: sales@egemar.com.tr Zambia
Web: www.egemar.com.tr Southern Power Products
South Africa
U.S. Virgin Islands Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Southern Power Products Phone: 27-21-511-0653
Location: Cape Town, South Africa Coral Bay Marine Service Fax: 27-21-510-3049
Phone: 27-21-511-0653 Location: St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands E-mail: sales@southernpower.co.za
Fax: 27-21-510-3049 Phone: 340-776-6859
E-mail: sales@southernpower.co.za Fax: 340-776-6859
Zimbabwe
Dr. Ice Southern Power Products
Spain
Location: St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Acastimar Territory: St. Thomas Phone: 27-21-511-0653
Location: Tarragona, Spain Phone: 340-513-9072 Fax: 27-21-510-3049
Phone: 349-77-362118 Fax: 340-775-6576 E-mail: sales@southernpower.co.za
Fax: 349-77-362687 E-mail: davidgott@hotmail.com;
E-mail: acastimar@acastimar.com
Reefco
Sri Lanka Location: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Phone: 340-776-0038
G&M Enterprises
Fax: 340-776-0038
Location: Borella-Colombo 8, Sri Lanka E-mail: dennyedy@viaccess.net
Phone: 94-11-2691966
St. Croix Marine Corp.
Fax: 94-11-2691751
E-mail: gandm@sltnet.lk Location: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Phone: 340-773-0289
Sweden Fax: 340-778-8974
E-mail: stcroixmarine@hotmail.com
Dometic Marine - Nordic Sales, Sales Company
Location: Halmstad, Sweden Ukraine
Phone: +46 35 16 57 00
Standarte
Fax: +46 35 16 57 10
E-mail: marine.info@dometic.se Location: Starbeevo, Moscow region, Russia
Web: www.dometic.com Phone: 7 095 575 67 23
Fax: 7 095 575 39 77
Switzerland E-mail: info@standarte.ru
Web: www.standarte.ru
Marine Parts Heimgartner
Location: Volketswil, Switzerland United Arab Emirates
Phone: 41-1-997 40 90
Mantech
Fax: 41-1-997 40 94
E-mail: info@marineparts.ch Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Web: www.marineparts.ch Phone: 971 4 333 25 42
Fax: 971 4 333 06 49
Taiwan E-mail: mge@emirates.net.ae
Ing Hai Company, Ltd. United Kingdom

Location: Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Dometic Marine - United Kingdom, Sales
Phone: 886-7-802-1809
Company
Fax: 886-7-802-1809
Location: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
Ing Hai Company, Ltd.
Phone: 44 870 3306101
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Fax: 44 870 3306102
Phone: 886-2-2531-2088 E-mail: sales@dometicmarine.com
Fax: 886-2-2523-6531 Web: www.dometic.com
E-mail: inghai@tpts6.seed.net.tw
Uruguay
Thailand
Trimer S.A.
Thai Kolon Co. Ltd. Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Phone: 5411-4580-0444
Phone: 66-2-745-6468-77 (10 lines) Fax: 5411-4580-0440
Fax: 66-2-745-6152 E-mail: trimer@trimer.com.ar
E-mail: thaikolon@thaikolon.com Web: www.trimer.com.ar
L-0384 Revised: 07-26-06

Dometic Environmental Corporation
P.O. Box 15299 • Richmond, VA 23227-0699 USA
Phone: 804-746-1313 • Facsimile: 804-746-7248
Email: sales@cruisair.com • Website: www.cruisair.com
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DX Modulating A/C System ❖ INSTALLATION • OPERATION

For DX Modulating SMX II Control Systems using

Electrical Connections Owner’s Limited Warranty 27

operate at higher water temperatures, but at reduced capacity.

Notice The Modulating System

Drawings and Diagrams How it Works in General

The SMX Control Condensate Drain

The Compressor Relay

Air Distribution System

Installation Procedures heating a motor.

Voltage and Frequency

Through-Hull Inlet Fitting Manifolds

To install the through-hull fitting, drill a properly sized hole for

Selecting the Site

It is not necessary that the coil be placed directly behind the

Safety Warning Site Location Checklist

The refrigerant distribution manifolds or TEE connections

Each independent cooling unit in the modulating system will

Temperature-Sensing Element - Air temperature is monitored Caution

Warning Installing the Temperature Sensor

Wiring The following instructions should be followed in evacuating and

Charging the System with Re- circuit.

11. Once the superheat is set properly, close the manifold

Removing Refrigerant from the Sys-

1. Use an approved refrigerant recovery unit and refillable

2. Allow refrigerant to escape from the high-pressure side into

2. Turn on all circuit breakers for the air conditioning system:

4. Verify that water is flowing from the overboard

5. Allow unit to run for 10 minutes at high fan speed. Check

11. COOL Key

Hint 20. Auto Switchover Key (Remote Control Only)

10. Heat Mode Indicator

The SMXir Remote Control

In addition to the standard keys, the SMXir remote also has

The SMXir remote control must be pointed at the SMXir

See Figure 23 for SMXir Remote control angle and distance

SMXir Remote Control

Manual Fan Speed Control

The Cooling Indicator will be lit whenever the system is in the

Custom Programming Record

Unit Location (Cabin #, Salon, etc.)

To program the setpoint differential:

Auxiliary (Electric) Heat Note

You can choose to view temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or

To select Fahrenheit or Celsius: Fan Response Differential

Low Fan Speed Adjustment

The factory default settings are:

Overall time period......................... 12 hours Recommended Humidity Control

Programming The Time Period

If this message occurs, contact your nearest Cruisair dealer,

Determining Your Software Version

Winterizing the System

Problem: Unit will not operate, SMX Display Not On

2. Check thermostat setting. Problem: Condensing unit has frost buildup

4. Check solid state relay.

Problem: Unit blows cool air, but fails to cool the

2. Check thermostat setting.

3. Check compressor for short-cycling.

Cruisair Direct Expansion (DX) Ice Makers, Remote and Self-