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Test 3




TEST 3:

Selector dial Function button Blower
MIN (engaged) "b" "AUTOM"

- Monovalve closed (+ and - are connected).
- Recirculating pump not running.
- Compressor switched on at outside temperatures >4 °C.
- Main air flap in position "recirculated air" (20 % fresh air, 80 % recirculated air).
- Blower running (10 V or 5th stage). Also refer to vacuum function diagram 2b






Air Distribution






Main air flap
Opened approx. 8 mm (recirculated air)
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