MADE IN GERMANY INSTRUCTION MANUAL Air Dehumidifier Series AD 420 AD 430 AD 420 /430 11-2013 Rev. 3...
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This instruction manual shall not be reproduced, copied and distributed, neither in parts nor completely, without the manufacturer's written permit. All rights reserved The instruction manual is based on the technical and product-specific parameters. The manufacturer reserves the right to add supplementary information to the instruction manual.
Target groups This instruction manual addresses all users / operators of the air dehumidifiers manufactured by AERIAL. These persons must have read and understood the instruction manual. The physical and psychological requirements for proper and safety-conscious handling of the dehumidifiers must always be met.
NOTES ON THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL Conventions In this instruction manual you will find notes preceding the operating steps described to warn you of possible hazards. Type and source of hazard This symbol in connection with the word "Danger" warns of a DANGER high risk of severe injury or acute danger to life.
SAFETY Safety Safety devices The series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifiers were subjected to thorough safety testing. Improper operation or misuse will cause danger to: the operator, the machine and other material property of the user, efficient operation of the machine.
SAFETY Safety instructions The air dehumidifiers must not be used under the following conditions: In rooms with potentially explosive atmospheres. In rooms with aggressive atmospheres, e.g. ammonia, wood acids, chemicals, excessive chlorine content etc. In rooms with water with a pH value outside the range from 7.0 to 7.4. ...
Carrying handle Operating panel Ventilation port for hygrostat Front wall (air outlet) ventilation Appliance feet The series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifiers are equipped with a carrying handle and four feet. (Fig. 1, item 3) Page 8 of 32...
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PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION Fig. 2: Series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifier (rear view) Filter holder Rocker for water collecting tank AMP connector for connecting Air intake area with air filter a pump-out kit (with dummy plug for operation without pump)
A wall bracket can be used to attach the air dehumidifier to the wall (available on request). Pump-out kit for condensate Optionally the series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifiers can be equipped with a pump-out kit. Ask your AERIAL dealer for the pump-out kit.
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Method of operation The following diagram illustrates the method of operation of the air dehumidifier: Fig. 4: Series AD 420 /430 air dehumidifier functional diagram Moist indoor air Dry air Evaporator Compressor Condenser Water collecting tank The air dehumidifier works on the principle of condensation with heat recovery.
TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Transport and installation Transport Danger to life due to electric shock Touching live parts can lead to death. DANGER Switch off the air dehumidifier via the on/off switch, disconnect the mains plug from the socket outlet and empty the water collecting tank before moving the unit! Danger of injury ...
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TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION 1. Report any obvious damage to the carrier, parcel service, postal service etc. immediately on delivery and note down the damage on the shipping document or carrier's document. 2. Remove the packaging material completely and dispose of according to the local regulations.
TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Installation Proceed as follows to install and transport the air dehumidifier: 1. Install the air dehumidifier in a place in conformity with the operating conditions (refer to page 15) on a flat surface. 2. Ensure that the condensate can always be reliably collected or discharged. If a wall bracket is used (optional): Damage to appliance due to improper operating conditions / improper installation...
TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Operating conditions Series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifiers are intended for mobile or stationary use in closed rooms, on building sites, in water works, indoor swimming pools, garages and storage rooms. The series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifiers work without problems in the temperature range from +3 °C to +32 °C and the humidity range from 40% to 95%...
TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Electrical connection Danger to life due to electric shock Prior to commissioning the technical data of the air DANGER dehumidifier must be compared with the conditions prevailing in the room of installation! The following items must be checked prior to electrical connection of the air dehumidifier: Is the mains voltage in conformity with the voltage of the air dehumidifier? ...
TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Connect condensate drain hose Material damage / insufficient performance due to improper connection of condensate drain hose CAUTION Handle water collecting tank and condensate drain pipe with care. In case of use without water collecting tank: The rear hose end must be in a lower position than the front hose end (drain pipe): minimum slope 5%, i.
TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Connecting the pump-out kit Damage to appliance due to improper installation Never push the pump-out kit into the air dehumidifier CAUTION using power / force. Never tighten turn locks using power / force. 1. Remove the water collecting tank from the air dehumidifier. In the water tank compartment you will find a plug socket with an AMP dummy plug inserted (Fig.
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TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION The rear wall of the pump-out kit is provided with a button (Fig. 3, item 5). This button is used to empty the pump manually, for example before transport of the air dehumidifier. We recommend to empty the pump whenever the air dehumidifier is to be transported, because otherwise water may flow out when the device is tilted.
Read the instruction manual before commissioning the air dehumidifier. Series AD 420 / 430 operating elements Fig. 5: Series AD 420 / 430 operating panel On / Off switch Hygrostat Pilot lamp: water collecting...
OPERATION AND OPERATOR CONTROL Hygrostat control Fig. 6: Series AD420 / 430 hygrostat The hygrostat controller of the air dehumidifier can be used to set the desired humidity value. The hygrostat is arranged clearly visible in the operating panel. Continuous adjustment of the hygrostat allows for easy humidity control. Hygrostat: Hygrostat position Significance, air dehumidifier response...
OPERATION AND OPERATOR CONTROL Commissioning The air dehumidifier must have been properly installed and connected (refer to chapter 5, from page 12) before it can be commissioned. Before commissioning the air dehumidifier allow it to rest in its final position for about 15 minutes after transport. During this time, the oil distributed in the cooling system and churned up by transport will flow back to the compressor.
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During dehumidification ice may build up on the evaporator. The volume of ice depends on the ambient conditions in the room to be dehumidified. The series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifiers are equipped with an automatic hot- gas defrosting system. Depending on the extent of ice build-up, the air...
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Maintenance and service Danger of injury by electric shock and risk of material damage WARNING Always observe the general safety instructions when performing any maintenance and service work! Switch the air dehumidifier off and pull the power plug before cleaning and inspection.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Proceed as follows: 1. Check integrated hygrostat for functioning. 2. Switch air dehumidifier off. 3. Pull the power plug. 4. Remove filter holder. 5. Clean the air filter, if necessary replace it. 6. Remove front and top panels. 7.
Tip: perform maintenance as run, soiled filters can described in chapter 7 at regular cause damage to the air intervals! Use only original dehumidifier. AERIAL air filters. Compressor and/or fan Entrust a specialised company motor are/is defective. with the repair of the air dehumidifier.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Remedy The fan of the air The air dehumidifier is in After a few minutes, the fan will dehumidifier is out of defrost mode. The automatically start again. operation, the compressor continues to compressor is run, not, however, the working.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Remedy Severe icing of Wrong ambient Place the air dehumidifier in a cooling coil conditions or air room with a minimum room (evaporator). An ice dehumidifier defective. temperature of +10 °C and wait block builds up. until the ice has defrosted.
2. Store the air dehumidifier in conformity with the specified operating conditions (refer to page 15). The series AD 420 / 430 air dehumidifier can be stacked for storage. Danger of injury Never stack more than two air dehumidifiers.
Disposal Please do not dispose of this air dehumidifier with the domestic waste, nor in the countryside. We dispose of this AERIAL air dehumidifier for you, free of charge and environmentally friendly. Please contact us. Alternatively, your local disposal company will dispose of the dehumidifier in an environmentally friendly manner.
RCCB to be installed by user swimming pools Operating conditions + 3 °C to + 32 °C 40% r. h. to 95% r. h. Type Unit AD 420 AD 430 Air circulation rate Fan speed I cbm / h Fan speed II cbm / h Power consumption watt max.
Manufacturer: AERIAL GmbH - Systeme zur Luftbehandlung Oststraße 148, D-22844 Norderstedt Product description: - Air Dehumidifier Series AD 420 - Air Dehumidifier Series AD 430 The product described is an air dehumidifier ready for connection. Applicable standards: EN ISO 12100...
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