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Thank you for choosing a HygroMatik steam humidifier. HygroMatik steam humidifiers represent the latest in humidifica- tion technology. In order to operate your HygroMatik steam humidifier safely, pro- perly and efficiently, please read these operating instructions. Employ your steam humidifier only in sound condition and as directed.
This symbol is used whenever a situation requires special atten- tion beyond the scope of safety instructions. 1.4 Intended Use The HygroMatik steamgenerator serves for steam production based on various water qualities or partially softened water (valid for all of the HygroMatik humidifier models). With the HeaterLine, HeaterCompact/ Kit and HeaterSlim familiy of products, also fully desalinated water/ cleaned condensate may be used.
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You should place a copy of the Operation and Maintenance Instructions at the unit‘s operational location (or near the unit). By construction, HygroMatik steam humidifiers are not qua- lified for exterior application. Risk of scalding! Steam with a temperature of up to 100 °C is produced.
2. Safety Instructions These safety instructions are required by law. They promote workplace safety ans accident prevention. 2.1 Guidelines for Safe Operation 2.1.1 General Comply with the accident prevention regulation „DGUV Regula- tion 3“ to prevent injury to yourself and others. Beyond that, national regulations apply without restrictions.
Do not remove or disable safety devices. 2.1.4 Mounting, dismantling, maintenance and repair of the unit The HygroMatik steam humidifier is IP20 protected. Make sure that the unit is not object to dripping water in the mounting loca- tion.
Promptly repair any damage such as loose connections or burned wiring.Responsibility for intrinsically safe installation of the HygroMatik steam humififiers (steam generators) is incumbent on the installing specialist company. 2.2.1 Disposal after dismantling The operator is responsible for the disposal of unit components as required by law.
3. Transport 3.1 Overview Please note Proceed carefully when transporting the steam humidifier in order to prevent damage due to stress or careless loading and unloading. 3.2 Packing Please note Pay attention to the icons affixed to the packing box. 3.3 Interim Storage Store the unit in a dry place and protect from frost.
4. Operation and Installation 4.1 Mode of Operation The HygroMatik steam humidifier utilizes the conductivity nor- mally present in tap water for steam production. Electrodes inside an enclosed steam cylinder are immersed directly into the tap water. They are connected to the alternating current.
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Please also see Section „Exploded View“. Location Designation adapter vent pipe max. water level sensor electrode water drain, discharge steam cylinder o-ring cylinder flange cylinder flange and o-ring solenoid valve water inlet blow-down pump o-ring cylinder base electrodes Page 13...
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The concentration of dissolved salts increases over time, which can lead to a rise in the conductivity of the water. If this contin- ues, conductivity may increase until a short circuit occurs. This could damage the unit, but in any case would significantly reduce the life span of the electrodes.
Obey all safety notes and warnings present on the unit. Risk of electrical shockHazardous electrical voltage! During installation the unit must be disconnected from power supply. HygroMatik accepts no liability for damage due to faulty installa- tion. Attaching or installing additional components is permitted only with the written consent of the manufacturer, or else the war- ranty is void.
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• HygroMatik humidifiers are not suitable for direct out- door installation • The steam humidifier should be installed as close as possible to the steam manifold. Optimal performance is guaranteed only with short lengths of steam and con- densate hose •...
5.1.1 Fitting measures Clearances When choosing the site for the steam humidifier, consider the Please note location of existing water installations (feed and drain lines). Mounting Fixtures (for HY45 to HY116) The unit should be mounted on a stable wall. Note: To achieve a uniform immersed surface area for the elec- Please note trodes, the humidifier must be installed plumb and level.
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to Install Units Type HY05- HY30: » Place the steam humidifier in its intended location, use a level to adjust position, and secure. See chapter "Unit Dimensions". » Attach the unit to the lower mounting fixtures. to Install Units HY45- HY116: »...
5.2 Fan Unit (optional) Please note The fan unit should be positioned in a way that drafts are avoided. In general, a minimum height of 2 m above floor is suf- ficient.Install the fan unit directly on a wall. Risk of skin burning or scalding! During operation and some time afterwards the steam nozzles are hot.
5.2.2 Fan Unit Cover Covers for humidifier types HY05 and HY30 are optionally avail- able to protect the steam and condensate hoses between the steam humidifier and the fan unit. The vertical distance between the humidifier and the fan unit is determined by the height of the cover (see table of dimensions, H).
5.3 Absorption Distance B The "absorption distance" (B ) is defined as the distance from the steam feed to where the steam is completely absorbed in the treated air. Within the absorption distance, steam is visible as mist in the air stream. Condensation may occur on anything installed within the absorption distance.
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Length I of the usable steam manifold depends on the dimen- sions of the air duct. The length of the absorption distance can be reduced by using multiple steam manifolds (also see section on the steam manifold). Method: Graphically determine absorption distance B using the absorp- tion distance nomogram (also see Section „Absorption Distance Nomogramm“).
5.4 Steam Manifold 5.4.1 Notes on Installation These notes are based on a homogeneous Horizontal installation of Standard steam manifold installation: steam manifold Duct Steam Manifold Air flow L1=L2=L3 An even distribution of steam manifolds ensures a uniform steam distribution. Please use the total hight of the duct! Steam Manifold Air flow...
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Air duct Positioning of steam manifolds Sample flat Staggered vertically and laterally Air flow very flat By tilting the steam manifold 30 - 45° very flat duct towards the air flow direction, the mini- mum upper clearance can be reduced to 70mm.
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With high-pressure air-conditioning systems, the unit's drain hose system must be modified depending on the over pressure. When this is the case please consult HygroMatik. • Install the steam manifold as close as possible to the steam humidifier in order to minimize steam loss through condensation.
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DN40 DN12 * For units HL 6 - 12 and HC3-12 HygroMatik delivers one adapter DN40 / 25 (but not for SPA applications).** For units HL 36 - 45 HygroMatik delivers one t-connector for sepa- rating the steam on two steam manifolds.
HygroMatik hoses only • The steam hose diameter may not be smaller than the steam outlet of the HygroMatik steam humidifier (do not restrict the cross-section, otherwise back pressure will increase) •...
5.6 Cover Plate HygroMatik flange plates may be used to neatly complete instal- lation of the steam humidifier in the air duct. Two-piece flange plates are available for the DN25 and DN40 steam manifolds. flange plate DN25 E-2604260 flange plate DN40 E-2604410...
5.7 Condensate Hose To keep condensate from accumulating in the duct, ensure that the condensate drains freely. If the steam manifold is positioned higher than 500 mm above the steam humidifier: » Bore up the connection stub on the upper steam cylin- der part (Diameter: 8mm;...
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» If enough space is available, lay a loop as a vapor trap. The steam manifold must be at least 500 mm from the loop. If the steam manifold is positioned lower than 500 mm above the steam humidifier: » Lay steam hose at a height of at least 400 mm above unit and then connect to the steam manifold with a con- stant fall.
5.9 Steam Solenoid Valves When humidifying a number of loads, which are to be controlled separately, using a single steam humidifier, steam solenoid valves can be included in the steam hoses. Valve control has to provided by the customer. • Install the vertical risers with flow from bottom to top •...
6. Water Installation Risk of scalding! Very hot water on the humidifier drain side! Have all work performed by professional staff to avoid risk of scalding by inadequate water flow. Risk of electrical shock! Hazardous electrical high voltage! Before starting installation work ensure yourself that the unit is not connected to the power grid.
6.1 Operation with Softened Water Do not use softened water unless special measures are taken! When feeding softened water into the HygroMatik steam humidi- fier, the aspects outlined below must be taken into account. Softened water may cause • unacceptably high conductivity •...
6.2 Water Supply Foreign material in water supply pipe may cause premature damage to the solenoid valve! Flush the water supply pipe before making connection to the solenoid valve. This is of particular importance in case of a newly installed pipe. Please note In case of no safety device for drinking water protection accord- ing to DIN EN 1717 present in the house installation system, a...
» Do not overtighten the cap nut! Excessive tightening will destroy the fitting. » Screw the other hose end cap nut with its inner seal on a customer-provided water tap (cup nut internal thread is ¾“). 6.3 Water discharge Risk of scalding! During blow down up to 0.3 l/sec are being drained with a tem- perature of about 95°...
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Two grounding clips are attached to the inner surface of the Drain hose from housing drain stub. The end of the pump drain hose is pushed pump into one of these clips. The overflow hose of the HyFlow system separator - if present - is pushed into the other clip. During blow- down, the grounding clip is in direct contact with water and Drain stub on shunts potential residual electric currents away from the hous-...
6.4 HyFlow Provision (Special Model) As special models, HygroMatik humidifiers are available featu- ring the HyFlow system separator made of plastic (DVGW CERT AS-0625CP0094 for HyLine and DVWG CERT AS-0625CP0095 for C-Line). The functions of the HyFlow cup are: •...
6.5 Water Installation Check Go down the following water installation checklist: Are all screws and clamps properly tightened? Is the water supply pipe flushed? Was the water installation correctly installed? Can the blow-down water drain freely? ...
7. Electrical Connection Risk of electrical shock! Hazardous high voltage! All work related to electrical installation to be performed by authorized personnel only (electricians or professionals with equivalent training). Please note The customer is responsible for checking qualifications. Do not connect the steam humidifier to the live power grid before all installation work has been completed! General installation rules •...
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The tables below show power usage and the circuit protection required for the various HygroMatik humidifier models.When using fault cur- rent circuit breakers pls. use a dedicated current circuit breaker for the humidifier.
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MiniSteam: Type Power Usage Circuit Protection*) MS5, 230V/1/N 15,7 A 1 x 16 A MS5, 400V/3/N 5,4 A 3 x 6 A MS10, 400V/3/N 10,8 A 3 x 16 A CompactLine KIT: Type Power Usage Circuit Protection*) C01KIT, 230V/1/N 3,3 A 1 x 6 A C02KIT, 230V/1/N 6,5 A...
7.2 Cable Connections The table below shows the number and size of the cable con- nections provided in the various electrode steam humidifiers: Unit type Connection Connection Connection HY05, HY08 HY13, HY17, HY23, HY30, Hy45 HY60, HY90, HY116 C01, C02 C17, C22, C30 C45, C58 MS05, MS10...
7.3 Fan Unit » Connect fan unit according to the wiring diagram. The fan unit operates in parallel with the humidifier. Please note Terminals 37 and 38 are only installed if the option „fan unit“ is ordered. Page 46...
On the succesful completion of all of the checks the unit is ready for switching on. Ensure proper grounding of unit cover! The unit cover must be in place and the lock must be engaged (applies only to humidifier types HyLine and MiniSteam). Page 47...
8. Commissioning Risk of operating error! Start-up of the unit is restricted to expert staff only (electricians or expert personnel with equivalent training). Step 1: Check of mechanical integrity » Check cylinder seating. » Check steam and condensate hose clamps. Step 2: Check of electrical wire connections »...
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Step 5: Normal operation starts • the water solenoid valve opens and feeds water into the steam cylinder • Initiation of steam production may take up to 20 min- utes » Let all electrically-driven operations run to completion. As soon as the solenoid valve begins replenishing the water periodically, the steam humidifier operates at steady nominal output and the cold start sequence is complete.
9. Maintenance The HygroMatik steam humidifier is easy to maintain. However, inadequate or improper maintenance can lead to operational malfunctions. Perform regular maintenance to give your unit a long life span. The unit is only to be serviced by qualified personnel! All safety instructions must be observed.
In extreme cases, water pretreatment may be necessary (soft- ening by dilution to approx. 4 - 8 °dH; decarbonization/partial desalination to achieve target reductions in carbonate hard- ness). For any questions with regard to water treatment systems pls. contact HygroMatik. Page 51...
9.2 Access to Electrical Enclosure Risk of electrical shock by hazardous voltage! Make sure the unit is switched off before installing or removing the display panel. » Remove cover from humidifier (B) and lift display panel (A) off guiding. » Turn display panel by 90 degrees (see fig.
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Risk of injuries to the eyes! Cylinder clips may jump off due to pretension. Wear proper PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)! Risk of cut injuries! Both the clips that fix the steam cylinder halves and the elec- trodes have sharp edges and angles. Wear proper PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)! Risk of electrical shock by hazardous voltage! Disconnect the appliance from power supply before removing...
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Verify safe isolation Remove stopper Disconnect unit from Completely drain the cylinder water supply Remove steam Check cylinder temperature hose from adapter Push clip on adapter Lift steam cylinder out of base outside cabine Page 54...
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Unplug electrodes / Remove flange clamps sensor electrode Remove used O-ring Clean cylinder inside. Do not use acids or other chemicals Clean strainer » Check the inside of the top part of steam cylinder for crust build-up and possible salt bridges (black grooves between the electrode leads).
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Connect upper and lower Insert new O-ring part with clamps Please note When re-assembling the cylinder, the joints and reinforcements of both sections must fit together snugly. Insert new O-ring Remove used O-ring Remove old O-ring, insert new O-ring » Before attaching the electrode plugs please make sure that they are free of corrosion.
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Ensure proper plug seating on electrode! The plug must be pressed down onto the electrode as far as it will go. Wiring color corresponds with the color of the knurled nut. Please note Please note The condensate connection must be showing towards the front on the left hand side.
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Check for leakages Close cabinet Ensure proper unit grounding!In order for the unit cover to be safely grounded, the cover must be fully closed and the lock must be engaged (this refers only to humidifier types HyLine and MiniSteam). Page 58...
This maintenance message will appear after one hour of operation at maximum water level. The humidifier operation will then stop. 9.4.1 Original Electrode Lengths Initial lengths of HygroMatik large area stainless-steel electrodes are as indicated in the tables below. HyLine: Type...
Replace electrodes with significantly uneven wear. Check the Please note power supply (circuit breaker, voltage drop). Also see operating manual of the relevant HygroMatik control, section "Faults and Messages." 9.5 Replacing Electrodes remove electrode remove handnut...
• black slime collects inside the cylinder, or • there is "lightning" in the cylinder. In all of these cases please contact HygroMatik. 9.6 Cleaning the Blow- down pump » Remove cylinder » Detach e-cable from pump.
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» Moisten o-ring (31) and insert into cylinder base hori- zontal stub. » Push pump into cylinder base and mount tightly with screws (44). » Moisten o-ring (31) and insert in adapter (30). » Slide adapter (30) over stub on pump side. »...
9.7 Cleaning the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve Removal » Shut off water supply and loosen water installation hose connection. » Remove cylinder. » Remove connecting hose (21) from cylinder base. » Detach electrical cable from solenoid valve. » Unscrew solenoid valve mounting screws and remove solenoid valve from housing.
9.8 Cleaning the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve and HyFlow System Separator (special models only) Removal » Shut off water supply and open water installation hose connection. » Remove cylinder. » Remove grounding sleeve (62) from solenoid valve (63). To do so, push the collet into the John-Guest con- nection fitting and pull out the grounding sleeve with the HyFlow connecting hose attached.
9.9 Checking Cable Connections and Electrode Cables » Make sure that no cable and plug connections are loose. Ensure proper plug seating on electrode! The plug must be pressed down onto the electrode as far as it will go. Loose cable connections cause excessive contact resistance and overheating of contact surfaces.
11. Spare Parts Articel No. Description Lock for cover E-1702042 Steam generation B-3204031 Steam cylinder CY8 compl. with electrodes and hand nuts ** B-2204231 Steam cylinder CY8 DN40 compl. with electrodes and hand nuts **, for SPA applications since 04.2010 B-2204101 Steam cylinder CY17 DN 25 compl.
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Articel No. Description E-2209014 Adapter steam outlet DN40/25 E-3221004 Clip for adapter DN25 E-2209002 Clip for adapter DN40 E-3221006 O-ring for adapter DN25 E-2204022 O-ring for adapter DN40, for SPA applications since 04.2010 E-2204022 O-ring for adapter DN40 B-3216073 O-ring set CY8 (Pos. 3, 17, 35) B-3216099 O-ring set CY8 DN40 (Pos.
12. Fax Form - Order for spare parts Fax Form Please copy, fill in and fax to HygroMatik GmbH Lise-Meitner-Str. 3 . +49(0)4193/895-31 Fax.No 24558 Henstedt-Ulzburg Tel. +4904193/895-0 Order of spare parts unit type *______________ serial no.* ___________________ commission: ______________ order no.: __________________...
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