Steam Humidifier SKE series BACNET HUMIDITY Installation instruction & user manual READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SKE-BACNET-ENG-170816...
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Please observe the local regulations concerning the provision of electrical installations. Correct Use Neptronic systems and its products are designed only for humidification use. Any other application is not considered appropriate for the intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be made liable for any damage resulting from incorrect use.
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Presentation Thank you for your confidence in our Neptronic product. You have purchased the best and the most robust humidifier for its category. 1.1. Overview 1.1.1. List of accessories supplied ...
(less than 1500mm). 1.3. Output and Power Consumption Steam Consumption Output Current (A) Model Capacity Power Diam 230V 400 V (Kg/Hr) (KW) (mm) 1 phase 3 Phases SKE05 SKE10 SKE20 SKE30 SKE40 SKE50 SKE60 SKE80...
Power Supply (Knockout Hole) Electrical Control (Knockout Hole) Main Drain ¾” (DN20) Pan Drain ¾” (DN20) (Illus. 2a) Dimensions of the cabinet (mm) Model Weight (kg) Empty Full of water SKE05 SKE10 SKE20 1034 SKE30 SKE40 SKE50 SKE60 1034 1063 SKE80...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Mechanical installation 3.1. General recommendations CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY BEFORE TO PROCEED TO INSTALLATION. IMPORTANT: Mechanical installation should conform to local codes and regulations. ...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Steam dispersion system selection and positioning 4.1. Steam dispersion system selection In order to prevent the accumulation of condensation in air ducts, NEP has designed 4 basic configurations of steam distribution to provide the client with the most economical solution for any particular application.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 4.1.3. S.A.M. or S.A.M.E2 (steam absorption manifold) Vertical duct 45° S.A.M. SAM or SAME2 for vertical ducts are used where the absorption distances are normal and the client requires an economical as well as an efficient solution.
4.2.2. Recommendations for SAM distribution pipes Maximum Outlet Distribution pipes Maximum Capacity static Minimum Maximum Model Diameter pressure length length kg/hr (Pa) SKE05 SKE10 SKE20 1200 SKE30 1245 SKE40 SKE50 SKE60 1600 SKE80 Note: For higher static pressure, please contact the manufacturer.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 4.2.3. Placement of steam pipe in horizontal duct 35mm diameter pipe 6'’ minimum (150mm) 10'’ minimum 10'’ minimum (250mm) (250mm) 3'’ minimum (80mm) 1/3 H 8'’ (200mm) 1 pipe (Illus. 11) 2 pipes (Illus.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 4.2.4. Placement of steam pipe in vertical duct Eyelet orientation 45° 45° S.A.M S.A.M.E2 (Illus. 16) 3D view (Illus. 15) 35mm diameter pipe 24’’ minimum 10’’ minimum (600mm) (250mm) 1/4 W 1/4 W 1/2 W 1/2 W...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Steam output connection 5.1. Typical installation 15 % Clamps Flexible hose Rigid copper pipe H u m id ifier Insulation Steam distribution manifold Duct Long radius copper pipe (Illus. 21) 5.2. General recommendations Please follow these general rules of installation in order to avoid any static pressure inside distribution pipes and into the humidifier evaporation chamber, and also to avoid any condensation accumulation.
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 5.4. Position of steam output Small Cabinet Model Dimensions mm (SKE05) Small Cabinet SKE05 Medium Cabinet (SKE10-20) Medium Cabinet SKE10 Medium Cabinet SKE20 (SKE30-40) SKE30 SKE40 Large Cabinet (SKE50-60) Large Cabinet...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 5.5. Installation of humidifier with Space Distribution Unit (SDU) The SDU should be installed in an Without environment where the air is relatively 18'’ additional clean. This will avoid the blower from ventilation (0,45 m) getting clough with dust.
The operation of SKE series humidifier is independent of variable water conditions, with soft or hard water. Therefore, for normal operation, no pre-treatment of water is necessary. SKE Humidifier Bottom view (Illus. 28) Dimensions (mm) Model 22mm Ø 15mm Ø SKE05 SKE10 SKE20 SKE30 SKE40 Minimum Minimum 500mm...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 6.2. Drain connection CAUTION: Water drain installation should conform to local codes and regulations. Any installation work must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. Drain connection specification: Evaporation chamber water drain temperature: 60C. ...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Power supply connections CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC CHOC. DISCONNECT THE HUMIDIFIER FROM THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY BEFORE TO PROCEED TO THE CONNECTION. WARNING: RISK OF FIRE. Do not interchange the power terminal block designated L1, L2 and L3 with Low voltage terminal block designated 1, 2 and 3.
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Low voltage control connections 8.1. Modulating Humidifier 8.1.1. Humidity controlled by humidistat (external mode) Connection to HRO20 humidistat. H R O 2 0 A la rm C o n ta c t C O M P D sw itch H ig h L im it...
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 8.1.2. Humidity controlled by humidifier (internal mode) Humidity controlled by humidifier, using SHR10 or SHC80 as space sensor. S H R 1 0 o r S H C 8 0 A la rm C o n ta c t C O M P D sw itch...
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 8.1.3. Control Signals On BACNET SKE Humidifier the selection of the control signal is made through the menu. See §11.2 Please wire the control input to terminal 3 and 4 as indicated on the diagram beside 0-10 2-10...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 8.2. Common Alarm Connections A volt free contact is provided in the form of both a normally open and normally closed contact that will switch in the event of an alarm on the SKE humidifier. ...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual BACnet® interface set-up 9.1. Locating BACnet interface PCB The BACnet interface PCB is located on the top right corner inside the electrical compartment. BACnet interface PCB. (Illus. 39) 9.2. BACnet® port and interface Dip switches setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 Not used...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Front panel display features Alphanumeric Display: Indicates all operation parameters and the error messages (see section 14 – Trouble shooting). Push button M button: Used to access into program mode. ...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 10.1. ''OFF'' Mode When the rocker switch is in the ''OFF'' position, the display shows the model of the S K E B X X M unit and the program version number. N E P r 1 .
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Display Description Comment Water has not reached the level probe. This message No water appears when turning on the humidifier if the LEVEL evaporation chamber is empty. The humidifier has reached the number of hours of CLEANING Cleaning required operation and requires cleaning of the evaporation chamber...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 10.4. Programming mode To enter into programming mode you just have to push the button at any time, to advance the program function to the next programming step in the menu push the same button twice. Use the buttons to choose from the proposed values or to change value.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 0-10VDC, 2-10VDC, CTRL INP 0-20mA or 4-20mA Control signal input selection. 2-10 VDC Default : 2-10VDC 0-10VDC, 2-10VDC, HUM. INP 0-20mA or 4-20mA Humidity signal input selection. 2-10 VDC Default : 2-10VDC 0-10VDC, 2-10VDC, DUCT INP 0-20mA or 4-20mA...
Foaming probe value reading Range: from 4 to 16 min Default: Drn Tm Out User Drain time user adjustment SKE05: 5 min. 5 min adjustment SKE10 to 40: 7 min SKE50 to 80: 8 min. Delay to drain out the humidifier from its...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Start up procedure We recommend to strictly following this start-up procedure in order to avoid any anomaly resulting from wrong cleaning of the components. In case of problem or discrepancy see section 14 – Trouble shouting guide. 1.
Remove the cover from the evaporation chamber. Model SKE05: Unlatch the 3 latches located around the evaporation chamber, caution: these latches are very tight, we recommend you to help you with a screwdriver or pliers to do this. Model SKE10 to SKE80: Turn the latches of the 4 or 8 latches located around the evaporation chamber.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 8. Cleaning of the evaporation chamber Pour out any remaining water and scale that is on the bottom of the container To clean out the remaining scale from the container, use a stiff brush (synthetic filament only) and some vinegar or any weak acid for cleaning stainless steel.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual 10. Re assembly of the evaporation chamber Rinse out the container and the cover with water. Check the cover gasket, and make sure that the gasket is well placed before to re-install the cover on the container.
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Exploded view & Bill of Material 13.1. Exploded view S D U C a b in e t P la s tic g ril S te a m T ra p A s s e m b ly E v a p o ra tio n c h a m b e r b a s e S K E 1 0 to S K E 8 0 E v a p o ra tio n c h a m b e r b a s e...
SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Trouble shouting guide Problem Indicator Display Causes Corrective actions Power: Off Check for the main The humidifier is not Check: Off power supply and fuses. Check the transformer, Humidifier does not powered.
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Problem Indicator Display Causes Corrective actions Verify the quality of the Power: On supply water. Verify if chemical Check: On products were used to Excessive foaming clean the evaporation condition inside the chamber during FOAMING...
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SKE BACnet Steam Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Problem Indicator Display Causes Corrective actions Power: On Check: On External 24vac provided Humidifier is not 24 VAC Check the external operating and the Fill: Off to the humidifier is SHORTED wirings.
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