Main air conditioning system at the MB

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> IMPORTANT NOTICE
> TO THE MB  SCIENTISTS AND STAFF
>
> One of the two big compressors  (800 kg. each) of the main air 
> conditioning system at the MB was subject to a serious  breakdown last 
> night.  Being the air conditioning system rather old (1988), we are 
> now considering the best solution to put it back in order as soon as 
> possible. The options under consideration may vary from a simple 
> fixing of the problem to a full substitution of  the compressor. The 
> exact diagnosis will be known in the next hours and a decision will be 
> taken, then.  In the meantime, even if the other compressor will be 
> adjusted at the maximum of its power, unfortunately the temperature at 
> MB might not be kept at the optimum level .
>
> Therefore, some simple precautions that anyway are always valid, 
> should be now followed with the utmost care, such as:
> -  Keep all windows (doors) closed.
> - Use window curtains when available.
> We regret all  inconvenience and ask for your patience and 
> understanding in this force majeure situation.
>
> Admin. & General Services