What tools do I need to install a GLOBALU climate cache?

All you need to install a GLOBALU air-conditioning cover is an electric drill, a spirit level and a pencil. All hardware (screws, dowels, brackets) is supplied in the package. No advanced technical skills are required.

How long does it take to install a GLOBALU air-conditioning cover?

Complete installation of a GLOBALU air conditioner cover takes around 10 minutes. The cover is assembled in a few simple steps: assembling the faces, positioning, marking the holes, drilling and screwing.

Can the air-conditioning cover be installed without drilling into the wall?

Yes, GLOBALU offers two types of mounting: wall-mounted (with drilling) and floor-mounted (without drilling). Floor-mounting is suitable for outdoor units installed at ground level, and requires no screws in the wall.

Is the GLOBALU air-conditioning cover compatible with all types of wall?

Yes, the GLOBALU fastening system is compatible with concrete, breeze-block, solid brick and hollow brick walls. For cavity walls, you'll need Molly-type wall plugs, available from your local DIY store. The standard plugs supplied are suitable for solid walls.

Is it necessary to remove the cover for annual air-conditioning maintenance?

Yes, air-conditioning technicians need access to the outdoor unit for annual maintenance. GLOBALU covers are designed to be easily removed and reinstalled, without special tools, in a matter of seconds.

Can the air conditioning cover affect the performance of the air conditioner or heat pump?

No, as long as the recommended air clearances are respected. All GLOBALU shrouds are designed with perforated patterns or louvered blades to ensure free, optimum air circulation. Your air conditioner or heat pump maintains its nominal performance once the cover has been installed.

What size cover should I choose for my heat pump or air conditioner?

Measure the height, width and depth of your outdoor unit (including supports or feet). Then compare with the inside dimensions of GLOBALU sizes: S (H700×L900×P500 mm), M (H850×L1000×P500 mm), L (H1000×L1100×P700 mm), XL (H1150×L1200×P500 mm) and XXL (H1650×L1200×P500 mm). If in doubt between two sizes, take the larger size.

Do I need permission to install a cover on the facade?

In the vast majority of cases, installation of an air-conditioning cover does not require prior authorization. In condominiums, check the condominium regulations with your property manager. In protected areas or listed buildings, you may need to obtain prior authorization from your local council.

How to install an air conditioner cover? GLOBALU Guide

How to install an air conditioner cover? Step-by-step guide

Your GLOBALU air conditioning cover has just arrived. Good news: installation requires no special technical skills, no plumber, no electrician, and no specialized equipment. In less than 15 minutes, your outdoor unit disappears behind a designer cover, whether wall-mounted or floor-mounted.

This guide precisely reproduces the steps in the official GLOBALU installation instructions, enriched with practical advice for every situation: concrete facade, brick, rendering, breeze block, or ground installation on terrace and garden.

Before you start: essential checks

Take 5 minutes to perform these checks before opening your package. They’ll save you an interruption in the middle of the installation.

Check dimensions

The cover you have ordered must enclose your outdoor unit with at least 5 cm clearance on each side. Measure your unit (H × W × D) one last time and compare with the dimensions of your cover (indicated on the package label). If in doubt, consult our size guide.

Check location

Blowing distance: at least 30 cm between your unit’s air discharge grille and the front of the cover – never block the front air flow.
Accessibility: check that the front of the cover can be easily opened or removed to allow annual maintenance of your heat pump.
Solidity of support: for wall mounting, make sure the wall can accommodate expansion plugs (hollow walls or lining: consult a professional).
Floor surface: for floor mounting, the surface must be flat, stable and able to support the weight of the cover (8 to 22 kg depending on size).

Check package contents

Before starting, place all components on a flat surface and check that the packing list is complete. If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact our customer service department before starting installation.

Materials supplied and tools required

What’s included in your GLOBALU package

Part / Element	Quantity	Usage	Further details
Vertical uprights	2	Cover support structure	Ensures the solidity of the vertical structure
Front decorative panel	1	Aesthetic face with motif	Provides the visual appearance of the cover
Top panel (roof)	1	Protection from rain and sun	Prevents water infiltration and protects against UV rays
M5 countersunk screw	10	Panel-to-stile assembly	For stable panel mounting
Wall mounting screw M6	4	Anchoring the cover to the wall	Secure wall mounting for stability
Wall plugs	4	Fixing to the facade	Guarantees hold on wall support
Adjustable feet (floor mounting)	4	Floor option: level adjustment	Allows height adjustment for perfect positioning
Foot mounting screws	4	Fixing feet to uprights	Ensures stability of feet on structure
Illustrated installation instructions	1	Included in the package	Visual guide for quick and easy assembly

Tools you’ll need on your side

Tool	Is it compulsory?	For which step	Further details
Drill / screwdriver	Yes	Steps 1, 2, 5, 6	Main tool for drilling and screwing
Ø 8 mm concrete drill bit	Yes (wall)	Step 6 – wall mounting	For drilling holes in concrete for wall plugs
Bubble level	Yes	Steps 5 and 6 – Alignment	Ensure elements are perfectly horizontal or vertical
Meter	Yes	Before you start – Measurements	Indispensable for taking the right dimensions
Marking pen	Yes	Marking drilling points	Used to mark hole locations for drilling
Flat wrench or screwdriver	Yes	Final screw tightening	Allows screws to be tightened by hand at the end of assembly
Stepladder (if top-mounted)	As required	Step 6 – high points	Used if assembly requires reaching heights

4 – Drilling and fixing

Hole drilling :
- Drill the previously marked locations with a Ø 8 mm concrete drill bit. The hole should be approximately 60 mm deep.
- Blow to remove dust from the holes.
- Insert dowels into drilled holes using a hammer
- Screw the screws into the dowels without tightening them completely.
Wall-mounted version only:
- Reposition the cover against the wall, aligning the foot holes with the wall plugs.
- Use a spirit level to check that the cover is straight.
- Repeat the operation for the two lower feet, marking the locations, drilling, inserting the dowels and screwing in the screws.

5 – Final adjustment

Place the cover over the installed screws

Checking the level :
- Use a spirit level to check that the cover is perfectly straight. If necessary, adjust the position slightly before tightening the screws.

6 – Final check

Once all fasteners have been tightened and adjustments made, check that the cover is securely fastened and that it stands straight.
You’ve now completed the installation of your outdoor air conditioner cover.

Final inspection before commissioning

Air flow: check that the unit’s fan is not obstructed. Switch on the heat pump and move your hand past the front of the fan cover. You should feel the air blowing freely.
Stability: the cover does not vibrate when the unit rotates.
Aesthetics: stand back about 5 metres and check the horizontal alignment and flatness of the front panel.

Specific features of floor mounting

If your outdoor unit is floor-mounted (on ground support, concrete blocks or anti-vibration feet), the installation of the cover is slightly different. It’s even simpler, since no holes need to be drilled in the facade.

Floor installation procedure

Install the cover in the same way as for wall mounting (steps 1 to 4).
Secure the feet to the rear uprights using the screws supplied, before final positioning.
Position the cover around the unit and adjust the feet for perfect horizontal installation (check with a spirit level).
To prevent accidental movement (wind, vibration), support the feet with concrete slabs or paving stones (not supplied), or secure them to the floor with concrete screws if your support allows.
On wooden or tiled terraces, place anti-vibration pads (5 mm, rubber) under each foot to prevent vibrations from being transmitted to the unit.

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Advice by wall type

Concrete or breeze-block wall

This is the most common and strongest support. Use a Ø 8 mm SDS drill bit and expansion plugs. The fixing will last for decades. Check that there are no cables or pipes before drilling.

Brick wall

Drill into the bricks, not into the mortar joints. Joints are less resistant. Use special brick plugs (Fisher SX type or equivalent) for better setting.

Facade with rendering or external thermal insulation (ITE)

Please note: plaster or external thermal insulation (rockwool, polystyrene) is not a load-bearing support. You need to drill through to the load-bearing wall behind the insulation. Use long, through-bolt anchors. In this case, floor fixing is often preferable.

Wooden facades (cladding, timber-frame houses)

Use wood screws (not the supplied concrete plugs). Screw into the supporting studs of the wood frame, not into the cladding alone. Pre-drill each hole with a smaller drill bit to avoid splitting the wood.

Balcony or terrace

Check the load capacity of your balcony before installing an XL or XXL cover. The weight of the cover is indicated on the data sheet for each model. If in doubt, opt for wall mounting directly in the load-bearing wall.

Mistakes to avoid

Obstruct front air flow – always leave at least 30 cm between the fan and the front of the cover.
Fixing into cavity walls without a suitable plug – standard expansion plugs will not hold in cavity walls or plasterboard. Use molly plugs or barrel bolts.
Do not check the level – a tilted cover is immediately noticeable. Install the level in both width and depth directions before tightening.
Scratch the paint during assembly – place the parts on a flat surface. A felt-tip eraser will not make up for scratches on powder-coated aluminum.
Tighten assembly screws too much – beyond a certain force, the screw may break. Tighten by hand + final quarter-turn, not with a full-power screwdriver.