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Order Nr. A2W-SPX-130305-021 Aquarea Air / Water Heat Pump – Heating and Cooling Systems 2014 INSTALLATION MANUAL for Monobloc and Split Systems C, D and E Series...
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Introduction Tools required | To be provided by custome 1.5 Tools required 1.5.1 Monobloc systems We recommend that you use the following tools: • Phillips-head screwdriver • Tape measure • Spirit level • Multimeter • Electric drill • Torque wrench, 39 .2 Nm •...
Introduction Installation sequence Monobloc systems 1.7 Installation sequence 1.7.1 Monobloc systems This installation manual is written so that the sequence of sections corresponds to the sequence of installation steps to be performed . For monobloc systems these are primarily as follows: POWER SUPPLY 1 TIMER OUTDOOR...
Introduction Installation sequence Split systems 1.7.2 Split systems This installation manual is written so that the sequence of sections corresponds to the sequence of installation steps to be performed . For split systems these are primarily as follows: TIMER OUTDOOR ACTUAL HEAT HEATER...
. • Comply with the respective national wiring rules and safety precautions for fault current . Panasonic recommends that you use a RCD . 2.2 General hazard instructions to avoid damage to health Danger! Observe and comply with the following hazard instructions .
Safety instructions Hazard instructions for avoiding material damage refrigerants of types other than R410A are used for the Aquarea LT series and T-CAP or R407C for the Aquarea HT series . • If there is a refrigerant leak during installation or operation, ventilate the room and extinguish any sources of fire .
Safety instructions General Information 2.4 General further information NOTE The following information provides recommendations or advanced assistance . • Air / water heat pumps require planning permission in Wales and Northern Ireland and must meet certain criteria in England and Scot- land to be classed as a permitted development .
Device overview Components Monobloc systems 3 Device overview 3.1 Components 3.1.1 Monobloc systems Component name Connection name Front panel Electronic circuit board Water return Ø R 1¼ (view without upper cabinet panel) Upper cabinet panel Water supply Ø R 1¼ Pressure relief valve (view without cover) Temperature limit switch (differs from model to model)
Device overview Dimensions diagram Monobloc systems 3.2 Dimensions diagram 3.2.1 Monobloc systems: Mini monobloc unit with a nominal output of 6 to 9 kW 1,283 83.5 Front view Side view Rear view Top view Dimensions of monobloc unit with one fan in mm . The air flow is indicated by arrows . 3.2.2 Monobloc systems: Monobloc unit with a nominal output of 9 to 16 kW 1,283 83.5...
Device overview Dimensions diagram Split systems 3.2.3 Split systems: Hydro module Front view Side view Bottom view 205.5 98.5 Hydro module dimensions in mm 3 – 16 Aquarea air/water heat pump – Installation manual for monobloc and split systems C, D and E series 05 / 2014...
Device overview Dimensions diagram Split systems 3.2.4 Split systems: Outdoor units Outdoor unit with one fan (3 and 5 kW) Front view Side view Top view Dimensions of outdoor unit with one fan (3 and 5 kW) in mm . The air flow is indicated by arrows .
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Device overview Dimensions diagram Split systems Outdoor unit with one fan (7 and 9 kW) Front view Side view Top view Dimensions of outdoor unit with one fan (7 and 9 kW) in mm . The air flow is indicated by arrows . 3 –...
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Device overview Dimensions diagram Split systems Outdoor unit with two fans Front view Side view Top view Dimensions of outdoor unit with two fans in mm . The air flow is indicated by arrows . Aquarea air/water heat pump – Installation manual for monobloc and split systems C, D and E series 05 / 2014 3 –...
Device overview Accessories Monobloc systems 3.3 Accessories 3.3.1 Monobloc systems No. Component Quantity Comments Included Drain elbow × Cable ties × Cable bush × Wired remote control × Add-on circuit board for Add-on circuit board for solar thermal solar thermal connection connection CZ-NS2P (monobloc systems) Add-on circuit board for...
Device overview Accessories Split systems 3.3.2 Split systems No. Component Quantity Comments Included Mounting plate 1 For hydro module × Drain bend × Cable ties × Cable bush × Screw × Mounting plate 2 For hydro module × PS moulded part ×...
Location | Installing and fastening the devices Location Monobloc systems or split system outdoor units 4 Location / Installing and fastening the devices 4.1 Location 4.1.1 Monobloc systems or splitsystem outdoor units Weights of the monobloc units Aquarea LT single-phase (one fan) 112 kg Aquarea LT single-phase 153 kg...
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Location | Installing and fastening the devices Location Monobloc systems or split system outdoor units Minimum clearances • The minimum clearances (see Figure) must be observed . Minimum clearance 100 mm Minimum clearance: Monobloc systems 300 mm Split systems 100 mm Minimum clearance 1,000 mm Minimum clearances of the monobloc unit or split system outdoor unit to adjacent walls and objects, indicating the air flow direction .
Location | Installing and fastening the devices Location Split systems: Height and length limitations Soundproofing Note The design handbook for split • The operating noise of the monobloc unit or split system outdoor unit systems and monobloc systems must not bother the user or neighbours . contains further information on •...
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Location | Installing and fastening the devices Location Split systems: Height and length limitations Nominal Prefilled Additional refrig- Max. height Min. pipe Max. pipe Model length pipe length erant fill quantity difference (m) length (m) length (m) per metre (g/m) SDF03E3E5 / UD03EE5 SDF05E3E5 / UD05EE5 SDC03E3E5 / UD03EE5...
Location | Installing and fastening the devices Location Hydro module 4.1.3 Split systems: Hydro module NOTE Depending on the model, the hydro modules weigh between 43 and 52 kg . Warning! The installation location must meet the following criteria: • The hydro module is only suitable for indoor installation . •...
Location | Installing and fastening the devices Installation Monobloc systems or split system outdoor units 4.2 Installation 4.2.1 Installing the monobloc unit or split system outdoor unit Danger! Multiple persons are required to install the monobloc unit or split sys- tem outdoor unit .
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Location | Installing and fastening the devices Installation Monobloc systems or split system outdoor units Fasten the split system outdoor unit to a concrete foundation or a sta- ➤ ble base frame, e .g . to the exterior wall of a building, using M10 screws as shown .
Location | Installing and fastening the devices Wall penetration for split systems Mounting plate 2 Screws Also secure the hydro module to mounting plate 2 via three Phillips ➤ head screws . 4.3 Wall penetration for split systems Warning! In cavity walls, use a wall gland to prevent rodents biting the pipes . Inside Wall Outside...
Opening the device Monobloc systems or split system outdoor units 5 Opening the device 5.1 Monobloc systems or split system outdoor units Danger! The work may only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . Ensure that the monobloc unit or the split system outdoor unit and hy- dro module are disconnected from the power supply before you per- form the steps listed below .
Opening the device Hydro module 5.2 Split systems: Hydro module Danger! The work may only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . Ensure that the entire power supply (e .g . power supply of the hydro module, the storage tank, the electric immersion heater) is disconnected before performing the steps below .
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Opening the device Hydro module Removing the side housing Fastening screws Remove the front panel as described above . ➤ Remove the left or right side housing by opening five fastening screws ➤ as shown above . Remove the upper side housing by opening three fastening screws . ➤...
Hydraulic installation for monobloc systems 6 Hydraulic installation for monobloc systems Danger! The work can only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . Follow these instructions to prevent damage to the monobloc unit and the other components of the system: •...
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Hydraulic installation for monobloc systems Description of the functions of the sample hydraulic installation with water heating and heating The hot-water tank is supplied with heat as an alternative to the heating circuits . For this purpose, the heat pump controller opens the three-way directional valve towards the hot-water tank . Then, the hot-water tank is charged to the target temperature with appropriate supply temperature .
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Hydraulic installation for monobloc systems Open the monobloc unit as described in section 5 .1 . ➤ Install the pipes, valves, dirt trap and other components in accord- ➤ ance with the design documents . Water supply WATER OUT Dirt trap Water return WATER IN Union nut Connection...
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Hydraulic installation for monobloc systems Insulate the pipes in accordance with the latest UK building ➤ regulations, although the below is recommended: Type of pipes/Fittings Minimum thickness of insulation layer Internal diameter up to 22 mm 40 mm Internal diameter from 22 mm to 35 mm 60 mm Internal diameter from 35 mm to 100 mm 2 ×...
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Hydraulic installation for monobloc systems PRV release point is from the pri- mary heating circuit and may con- tain additives and antifreeze which needs to be disposed of correctly . Warning! Proceed as follows to install a condensate pipe to drain condensate ➤...
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems 7 Installing the heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Danger! The work may only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . Warning! Aquarea heat pumps may only be installed as sealed systems without direct contact of the heating water to the ambient air .
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the water pipes to the hydro module 7.1 Connecting the water pipes to the hydro module Description of the functions of the sample hydraulic installation with water heating and heating The hot-water tank is supplied with heat as an alternative to the heating circuits .
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Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the water pipes to the hydro module Danger! Follow these instructions to prevent damage to the hydro module and the other components of the system: • Flush the water-side pipelines before connecting the device, to remove impurities .
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. As a re- hot-water tank by manufacturers other than Panasonic is used . As sult, you must install suitable standard, the valve should be open towards the heating circuit (con- positioned dew point sensors to tacts 4 and 6 are closed) .
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Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the water pipes to the hydro module PS foam Water connection Cable ties, long Insulate the two water connections using the enclosed PS moulded ➤ parts and the long cable ties as shown in the figure . Insulate the pipes in accordance with the latest UK building regula- ➤...
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Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the water pipes to the hydro module Warning! There must be at least 50 litres (for 12 to 16 kW devices) or 30 litres (for 3 .0 to 9 .0 kW single fan deck) of liquid in the system . If these values are not reached, an additional storage tank must be installed .
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the refrigerant pipes to the hydro module 7.2 Connecting the refrigerant pipes to the hydro module Determine the pipe lengths and cut the pipes to length using a pipe ➤ cutter .
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Condensate outlet of the hydro module Drain hose version | Drain bend and drain hose version 7.3 Condensate outlet of the hydro module Warning! The drain hose must be in an environment which does not freeze . Lay the drain hose so that closures or blockages cannot occur .
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the hydro module and the outdoor unit (refrigerant circuit) 7.4 Connecting the hydro module and the outdoor unit (refrigerant circuit) Danger! The work may only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . Ensure that the device is disconnected from the power supply before you perform the steps listed below .
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Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Connecting the hydro module and the outdoor unit (refrigerant circuit) Connect the refrigerant pipes from the hydro module to the outdoor ➤ Warning! unit as follows: Centre the pipe and valve and tighten the union nut Tightening with too much with a torque wrench and a spanner for counter-holding .
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Condensate outlet of the outdoor unit 7.5 Condensate outlet of the outdoor unit Warning! If the outdoor unit is used in areas where the temperature can remain below zero for 2 to 3 days, the drain bend or drain hose may not be used, as the condensate could freeze and cause the device to malfunction .
Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Evacuating the refrigerant circuit 7.6 Evacuating the refrigerant circuit Danger! The work may only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . The refrigerant can cause freezing if it comes in contact with skin . Ensure that you follow the sequence of the steps as described below, as there is otherwise a risk that gaseous refrigerant can escape .
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Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Evacuating the refrigerant circuit Warning! The refrigerant may not be mixed with other types of refrigerant or replaced with other types of refrigerant . Using other refrigerants can damage the device and result in safety problems . The manufacturer accepts no liability or warranty claims if refrigerants other than the following types are used: R410A for series...
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Installation of heating and refrigeration circuits for split systems Evacuating the refrigerant circuit Evacuate the system as follows: ➤ Connect the filling hose on the low-pressure side of the manometer ➤ station and the service connection of the 3-way directional valve . Ensure that you connect the end of the filling hose to the service connection with the pin .
Electrical installation 8 Electrical installation Danger! The work may only be performed by qualified or certified personnel . Ensure that you have disconnected the power supply before you per- form installation work . Secure the power supply to prevent unintentional reactivation .
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Electrical installation Use the following cables for electrical connection: Component Number of cores Optional 4 (6 for three-phase Connection cable between indoor and outdoor unit 400 V units) 3 (5 for three-phase Cable for power supply 1 400 V units) Cable for power supply 2 3 (5 for three-phase Cable for power supply 3...
Electrical installation Mains connections Monobloc systems 8.1 Mains connections 8.1.1 Monobloc systems Mains connection for monobloc unit, Mains connection for monobloc unit, 9 kW (three-phase) 6 to 9 kW (single-phase) POWER SUPPLY 1 POWER SUPPLY 2 POWER SUPPLY 1 POWER SUPPLY 2 Power supply 1 Power supply 2 Power supply 1...
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Electrical installation Mains connections Monobloc systems Open the monobloc unit as described in section 5 .1 . ➤ Use cables compliant with 60245 IEC 57 or thicker for the mains ➤ connections . Mains connections Cable ties Cable gland Laying the cables inside the device Cut into the cable gland in a cross shape using a knife .
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– WH-MHF09D3E8 WH-MDC12C9E8, WH-MDC14C9E8, WH-MDC16C9E8, WH-MDF12C9E8, WH-MDF14C9E8, WH-MDF16C9E8, 20 A 16 A 16 A WH-MXC12D9E8, WH-MXF12D9E8, WH-MHF12D9E8 WH-MDF06E3E5, WH-MDC09C3E5, WH-MDF09C3E5, WH-MDF09E3E5, WH-MXC09D3E5, WH-MXF09D3E5, 30 A 30 A – WH-MXC12D6E5, WH-MXF12D6E5, WH-MHF09D3E5 WH-MDC12C6E5, WH-MDC14C6E5, WH-MDC16C6E5, WH-MDF12C6E5, 30 A 30 A 16 A...
Electrical installation Mains connections Split systems 8.1.2 Split systems Mains connection for hydro module, 9 kW (three-phase) Mains connection for hydro module, 3 to 9 kW (single-phase) POWER SUPPLY 1 POWER SUPPLY 2 Power supply Power supply Connecting the indoor/outdoor unit Power supply 1 Connecting the indoor/outdoor unit Power supply 2...
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Electrical installation Mains connections Split systems Open the hydro module as described in section 5 .2 . ➤ Warning! Do not remove the cable Use cables compliant with 60245 IEC 57 or thicker for the mains ➤ glands to prevent damage connections .
Electrical installation Inputs and outputs (external interfaces) 8.2 Inputs and outputs (external interfaces) Solar pump station Terminal board position* on monobloc systems OPEN Solar 3-way directional valve CLOSE Ext. control signal Temperature sensor for hot-water tank Temperature limit switch for hot-water tank HEAT COOL Room thermostat...
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Electrical installation Inputs and outputs (external interfaces) Number Terminals Connection Function Comments Cable Solar pump Input of the ON signal Use additional circuit board CZ-NS1P, CZ-NS2P 22 to 23 station from solar pump 2 (230 V AC) or CZ-NS3P Connect the 3-way directional valve so that it prevents flow through the Output for triggering Solar 3-way...
Electrical installation Connections Monobloc systems 8.3 Connections 8.3.1 Monobloc systems Terminal strip Cable ties Cable gland Laying the cables inside the device Cable gland Chamber front panel Power supply (3-core or 5-core for three-phase 400 V monobloc units) Cable for 3-way directional valve (3-core) Cable for 2-way directional valve (3-core)
Electrical installation Connections Split systems 8.3.2 Split systems If necessary, open the hydro module as described in section 5 .2 . ➤ Warning! Do not remove the cable Pass the cables through the cable glands at the underside of the unit . ➤...
Electrical installation Connections Split systems: Electrical connection between hydro module and outdoor unit 8.3.3 Split systems: Electrical connection between hydro module and outdoor unit Danger! Ensure that the outdoor unit and hydro module are disconnected from the power supply before you perform the steps listed below . Lay the connection cables through the wall penetration from the hydro ➤...
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Electrical installation Connections Split systems: Electrical connection between hydro module and outdoor unit Cable tape or cable duct Clamp Connection cable between hy- dro module and outdoor unit Liquid refrigerant pipe Gaseous refrigerant pipe Outdoor unit Wrap cable tape around the pipes and cables as shown in the figure ➤...
Electrical installation Installing the wired remote control 8.4 Installing the wired remote control for monobloc systems Warning! Please follow these instructions to prevent damage and problems: • Do not change the length of the cable for the wired remote control . •...
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Electrical installation Installing the wired remote control Upper cover Lower cover Clearance 30 mm Clearance 120 mm Minimum clearances to be observed for the wired remote control If necessary, open the monobloc unit as described in section 5 .1 . ➤...
Cable connection (CON1) Insert a flush-mounted box (to be provided by the customer) into the Danger! ➤ wall (medium-sized rectangular socket, Panasonic part no . DS3744 Lay the cable as shown in or similar) . the figure above so that the housing of the wired remote Insert the wired remote control cable into the socket .
Electrical installation Installing the wired remote control Connection to the monobloc unit 8.4.3 Connection to the monobloc unit If necessary, open the monobloc unit as described in section 5 .1 . ➤ Remote control cable CNREMOTE2 connection Cable ties Cable gland Remote control cable Chamber front panel Laying the cable into the device...
Commissioning Preparing monobloc systems for commissioning 9 Commissioning 9.1 Preparing monobloc systems for commissioning Danger! Only qualified or certified personnel may work on the open device . The device carries potentially fatal voltage when open . Ensure that you do not touch any live device parts . Warning! System must be powered up (Power supply 1) 5 hours prior to running the heat pump to prevent long-term irreversible compressor damage .
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Commissioning Preparing monobloc systems for commissioning Fastening screws Lever Pressure relief valve Raise lever Pressure relief valve Open the monobloc unit as described in section 5 .1 . ➤ Vent the heating system . Proceed as follows to do so: ➤...
Commissioning Preparing split systems for commissioning 9.2 Preparing split systems for commissioning Danger! Only qualified or certified personnel may work on the open device . The device carries potentially fatal voltage when open . Warning! System must be powered up (Power supply 1) 5 hours prior to running the heat pump to prevent long-term irreversible compressor damage .
Commissioning Setting up the water pump Setting the standard pump Open the shutoff valves on the outdoor unit . ➤ Check the refrigeration circuit in the hydro module and outdoor unit ➤ for leaks . Repair any leaks as required . Perform a test run to ensure that no malfunctions occur after ➤...
. As standard, the high efficiency pump is preset to control type Δ p-c, level 4 . Panasonic recommends control type Δ p-c . Δ p-c – constant differential pressure Δ p-v –...
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Commissioning Setting up the water pump Setting the high efficiency pump Δ p-c – constant differential pressure Δ p-v – variable differential pressure 6 & 7 ext. in Flow rate [l / min] Flow rate [l / min] Pump characteristic curve of the high efficiency water circulation pump for the Aquarea 3 and 5 kW hydro modules Δ p-c –...
Commissioning Handover and instruction Δ p-c – constant differential pressure Δ p-v – variable differential pressure ext. in Flow rate [l / min] Flow rate [l / min] Pump characteristic curve of the high efficiency water circulation pump for the Aquarea 12 kW hydro module If necessary, set the water recirculation pump to a higher speed level ➤...
Commissioning Programming Displays | Button assignment 9.5 Programming Note As the same operator control panel is used for different TIMER OUTDOOR ACTUAL devices, some functions may HEAT HEATER COOL BOOSTER TANK not apply for your device . DEFROST QUIET SETTING HEATER STATUS FORCE...
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Commissioning Programming Weekday and time | Temperature valuest Setting the weekday and time Note The current weekday and time TIMER OUTDOOR ACTUAL HEAT HEATER must be set when: COOL BOOSTER TANK DEFROST QUIET • the power supply is switched SETTING HEATER STATUS FORCE...
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Commissioning Programming Temperature values COOL COOL DEFROST DEFROST DEFROST SETTING SETTING SETTING STATUS STATUS STATUS SERVICE SERVICE SERVICE 1. Low outside temperature 4. Water supply target temperature 7. Water supply target temperature in (-15 to +15 °C, Std . 0 °C) for heating mode at high outside cooling mode (5 to 20 °C, Std .
Commissioning Programming Weather compensation settings | Operating mode Weather compensation settings Water temperature TIMER OUTDOOR ACTUAL HEAT HEATER COOL BOOSTER TANK DEFROST Value of QUIET SETTING temperature HEATER STATUS target value FORCE SERVICE shift OPERATION WATER OUTLET OFF/ON Outside temperature SETTING STATUS SETTING...
Commissioning Programming Special functions Setting special functions Danger! During sterilisation, do not re- TIMER OUTDOOR ACTUAL HEAT HEATER move hot water, as this can COOL BOOSTER TANK DEFROST QUIET lead to burns or overheating . SETTING HEATER STATUS FORCE SERVICE The sterilisation function set- OPERATION WATER OUTLET...
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Commissioning Programming Special functions TIMER TIMER OUTDOOR OUTDOOR ACTUAL ACTUAL HEAT HEAT HEATER HEATER COOL BOOSTER COOL BOOSTER TANK TANK DEFROST DEFROST QUIET QUIET SETTING SETTING HEATER HEATER STATUS STATUS FORCE FORCE SERVICE SERVICE OPERATION OPERATION WATER OUTLET WATER OUTLET OFF/ON OFF/ON SETTING...
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Commissioning Programming Special functions | Reset to factory settings DEFROST DEFROST DEFROST SETTING SETTING SETTING STATUS STATUS STATUS SERVICE SERVICE SERVICE 7. Duration of heating period (30 min 13. Sterilisation temperature 10. Switch-on delay of the electric im- to 10 hours, Standard: 3 hours) . (40 to 75 ℃, Standard: 70 ℃) mersion heater for hot water (20 min Setting the duration for heating mode...
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Commissioning Programming Setting the weekly timer Setting the weekly timer TIMER OUTDOOR ACTUAL HEAT HEATER COOL BOOSTER TANK DEFROST QUIET SETTING HEATER STATUS FORCE SERVICE OPERATION WATER OUTLET OFF/ON SETTING STATUS SETTING STATUS TIMER MODE CHECK TIMER MODE CHECK SEARCH OFF/ON SELECT QUIET...
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Commissioning Programming Setting the weekly timer Changing or adding timer programs Repeat the above-mentioned steps ➤ Deactivating the timer Press the TIMER button, then the CANCEL button . ➤ Activating the timer Press the TIMER button, then the SET button . ➤...
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Commissioning Programming Aquarea air/water heat pump – Installation manual for monobloc and split systems C, D and E series 05 / 2014 9 – 87...
Appendix Commissioning report 10 Appendix 10.1 Commissioning report Project Date: Outdoor Model: PROJECT DATE OD MODEL Outdoor Serial No: Site Address SITE ADDRESS 1 OD SERIAL Indoor Model: SITE ADDRESS 2 ID MODEL Indoor Serial No: Town TOWN IDE SERIAL Postcode County COUNTY...
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Appendix Commissioning report IMPORTANT NOTE: Recom m ended Settings Setting Range Settings settings Please carryout all steps during commissioning. Press SET for 4 Seconds to Access Settings Failure to complete steps may result in lack of functionality or poor performance Outdoor Ambient Low To_Lo -15 ~ 15...
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