EFOY COMFORT80 Installation Manual

Methanol fuel cell

Advertisement

Quick Links

|
|
EFOY COMFORT 80
EFOY COMFORT 140
EFOY COMFORT 210
Installationsanleitung
Installation guide
Instructions d'installation
Guida all'installazione
guía de instalación
installatievoorschrift
Installationsguide
Installationsvejledning
Installasjonsveiledning
Asennusohjeet
DE | EN | FR | I T | ES | NL | S V | DK | NO | FI

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for EFOY COMFORT80

  • Page 1 EFOY COMFORT 80 EFOY COMFORT 140 EFOY COMFORT 210 Installationsanleitung Installation guide Instructions d‘installation Guida all‘installazione guía de instalación installatievoorschrift Installationsguide Installationsvejledning Installasjonsveiledning Asennusohjeet DE | EN | FR | I T | ES | NL | S V | DK | NO | FI...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents ..................... 25 Introduction..................26 Foreword ................. 26 Contact details................. 26 Safety Information ................27 Explanation of safety alert signal words ......... 27 General safety instructions ............. 28 Safety instructions for the fuel cartridge (methanol) ....29 Correct use ................31 Waste disposal ................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Contents Introduction Foreword Thank you for choosing an EFOY fuel cell from SFC Energy AG. We hope you enjoy using your new energy supply system! These mounting instructions are intended to be used by suitably qualified professionals. Please read these mounting instructions before mounting the fuel cell for the first time, and refer to the relevant chapters in the user manual for information about its further installation and use.
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Information Explanation of safety alert signal words DANGER! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a high risk of death or serious physical injury. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a medium risk of death or serious physical injury.
  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions

    Keep EFOY fuel cells that have been switched off in frost-free storage or use the automatic antifreeze feature. Do not smoke in the vicinity of the EFOY fuel cell or EFOY fuel cartridge. Protect from heat and ignition sources. Methanol is highly flammable! A methanol spillage (e.g.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions For The Fuel Cartridge (Methanol)

    Safety instructions for the fuel cartridge (methanol) DANGER! Leakage of methanol fumes poses a fire hazard! Do not smoke when replacing the EFOY fuel cartridge and do not expose it to other ignition sources! Protect EFOY fuel cartridges from temperatures exceeding 45°C.
  • Page 7 Safety Information WARNING! Methanol is highly flammable! You receive methanol in safe, tested EFOY fuel cartridges, which prevent the contents from escaping if used correctly. The storage and transport of methanol may be subject to statutory regulations. Fore more information, refer to the safety sheet on methanol, available on our website at http://www.efoy.com...
  • Page 8: Correct Use

    Safety Information Correct use The EFOY devices produced by SFC Energy AG are automatic charging devices for 12 V lead accumulators (batteries). Please note the following: • The devices must only be used to charge lead accumulators (batteries) that conform to the technical specifications in the "Technical details"...
  • Page 9 Old electronic devices must not be disposed of in your household rubbish. Observe the local regulations. For advice on returning old devices, please contact the EFOY hotline. The contact details are provided in chapter 1.2 "Contact details" on page 26.
  • Page 10: Mounting Instructions

    Mounting Instructions Product contents Fuel cartridge holder Belt for fuel cartridge Operating panel with data line EFOY fuel cell Fastening belt Mounting plate Fuel cell charge line Sense line for charging with 2 A fuse Power line for charging with 15 A fuse...
  • Page 11: Tools

    Mounting Instructions Tools You require the following tools and sealants to install the fuel cell: • Electric drill • Jigsaw • Screwdriver • 3 mm Allen key (Inbus) • Sealant • Scissors or cutters Choose the following screws depending on the mounting surface (screws are not included in the delivery): •...
  • Page 12 • The opening for the fresh-air supply must be at least 80 cm (or at least 160 cm² for the EFOY Comfort 210). • A gap of at least 5 to 10 cm must be left >5 cm between the device and the panels Supply air enclosing the installation space.
  • Page 13: Planning The Installation Space

    Mounting Instructions CAUTION! Ensure that the device is not inclined to a degree further than permitted. Inclination along the direct axis: Continual: 35° Temporary (<10 minutes): 45° Inclination along the quadrature Continual: 20° axis: Planning the installation space Please read this chapter carefully before you start mounting the device. You now need to plan where to secure the mounting plate and fuel cartridge holder, as well as where to position the openings for the air supply, off-heat duct and exhaust hose.
  • Page 14 To prevent siphoning, ensure that the hose is pointing downwards. INFO: Take precautions to prevent the exhaust hose from freezing in winter. Use only the original insulated EFOY waste hose for this purpose. Keep the insulated exhaust hose as short as possible. Page 37...
  • Page 15: Mounting The Off-Heat Flange

    Mounting the off-heat flange Use the screws supplied to screw the off-heat flange into the threads provided on the air outlet of the EFOY fuel cell. Mounting the mounting plate for the fuel cell Thread the belt for securing the EFOY fuel cell into the mounting plate.
  • Page 16: Creating Openings For The Off-Heat Duct And Exhaust Hose

    Mounting Instructions Secure the mounting plate in the desired location using eight 90° countersunk screws with a 5 mm diameter. Use suitable screws and, if necessary, dowels to ensure that the mounting plate will remain in place even if significant force is applied to it, for example, in the event of an accident.
  • Page 17 For more information, contact your vehicle manufacturer. Remove the red protective cap from the exhaust gas outlet of the EFOY fuel cell. Attach the straight end of the exhaust hose supplied to the exhaust gas outlet.
  • Page 18: Mounting The Off-Heat Duct

    This is guaranteed if you use original EFOY accessories and if the fuel cell is installed correctly by a qualified professional. Attach the external face plate to the...
  • Page 19: Installing The Fuel Cartridge Holder

    5 cm. Cut the end of the hose diagonally to prevent drop formation. The further steps involved in installing the EFOY fuel cell are described in the user manual. 3.10 Installing the fuel cartridge holder •...
  • Page 20: Installing And Connecting The Operating Panel

    The further steps involved in installing the EFOY fuel cartridge are described in the user manual. 3.11 Installing and connecting the operating panel The operating panel displays the current status of the device and is used to operate the fuel cell.
  • Page 21: Mounting The Surface-Mounted Operating Panel

    Mounting Instructions Connect the operating panel to the data line provided. Secure the operating panel with four suitable screws. Then attach the frame to the operating panel. 3.11.2 Mounting the surface-mounted operating panel Securely attach the open surface- mount housing to the mounting surface with two suitable screws.
  • Page 22: Electrical Connections

    Mounting Instructions 3.12 Electrical connections WARNING! All electrical work must only be carried out by qualified electrical technicians in accordance with the relevant legal provisions. Laying cables incorrectly or using the wrong cable size may result in a fire hazard. All connected cables must have sufficient insulation and adequate proof voltage, and the connectors must be scoop-proof.
  • Page 23: Electrical Connection Via Central Electrical Box

    Mounting Instructions Decide whether to connect the EFOY fuel cell via a central electrical box or to the battery directly, depending on your vehicle's layout. Lay the cables in the vehicle. Instructions for connecting the cables to the EFOY fuel cell are provided in chapter 3 of the user guide under "Commissioning".
  • Page 24: Direct Electrical Connection To The Battery

    Mounting Instructions 3.12.2 Direct electrical connection to the battery EFOY fuel cell Fuel cell charge line Sense line extension – 8 m (available as an optional accessory, item no.: 151 906 005) Sense line for charging with 2 A fuse Battery Power line extension –...
  • Page 25 Mounting Instructions Page 48...

This manual is also suitable for:

Comfort 210Comfort 140

Table of Contents