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- Page 1 Manual Comfort Air Curtain Model DF English Version 3.0 - North America Original Manual...
- Page 2 Operation General Starting and stopping Adjusting the strength of the air curtain Adjusting heating Maintenance Cleaning the unit Scheduled maintenance Faults Safety instructions Resolving simple problems Remedying faults Service Safety instructions Access Fuses Temperature cut-out Biddle control cable composition en-2...
- Page 3 DF M ANUAL Dismantling Addresses Keywords Manual version 3.0 - North America (15-07-2014) en-3...
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Page 4: About This Manual
. . Introduction About this manual This manual describes the installation, operation and mainte- nance of the comfort air curtain model DF. The manual also provides instructions and information about servicing. How to read this manual 1.2.1 Designations used in the manual The following symbols are used in the manual: Note: Refers to an important section in the text. -
Page 5: About The Unit
DF M ANUAL NTRODUCTION 1.2.2 Symbols used on the unit and in the manual The following symbols indicate possible risks or hazards. The same symbols will also be found on the unit. YMBOL ESCRIPTION You have accessed a section of the unit with components carrying a volt- age. - Page 6 Warning: Applications other than those described above are deemed to be ‘used other than for the intended purpose’. Biddle is not liable for damage or loss resulting from improper usage. Proper usage also entails strict adherence to the instructions provided in this manual.
- Page 7 DF M ANUAL NTRODUCTION 1.3.2 Type designation Type designations, when combined, form a unit type code, e.g.: DF S-100-W-F-230/22 DF M-150-E-C-230/22 Different combinations may arise. Explanation of the type code YPE CODE ELEMENT ESIGNATION EANING product series air curtain capacity small medium length...
- Page 8 CE Declaration of Conformity can be found at: www.biddle.info 1.3.5 Modifications and changes Without the approval of Biddle, no changes or modifications may be made to the unit that could adversely affect safety. 1.3.6 Components and accessories For all models: •...
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Page 9: Restrictions On Use
DF M ANUAL NTRODUCTION For water-heated models (Type W): • valve for water-side control (supplied separately) For recessed models (Type R): • telescopic discharge duct (supplied) • optional: inlet grille for installation in alcove (supplied separately) Restrictions on use 1.4.1 User environment •... -
Page 10: Safety Instructions
NTRODUCTION OMFORT URTAIN 1.4.3 Application limitations with water heating Application limitations for units with water heating Heating medium water with max. 20% glycol Max. water supply temperature 90°C (194°F) Max. discharge temperature 70°C (158°F) Maximum operating pressure 8 bar (116 psi) Safety instructions 1.5.1 Safety in use Warning:... - Page 11 DF M ANUAL NTRODUCTION 1. Switch the unit off using the control panel. 2. Wait until the fans have stopped. 3. Allow the unit to cool down. Caution: The heat exchanger or, as the case may be, the heating elements, can get very hot. Moreover, the fans may continue to rotate for a while.
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Page 12: Installation
Ensure that all components are present. Notify supplier of any missing parts immediately. General working method 2.3.1 Sequence of operations Biddle recommends working as follows when installing the unit: 1. Hang the unit up. 2. For water-heated models: connect the unit to the central heating system. -
Page 13: General Instructions
DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION 3. Connect the unit to the mains power supply. Caution: Make sure the unit’s power supply voltage matches the local mains voltage. The unit’s power supply voltage is displayed on the type plate. 4. Install the control panel and (any optional) connections to external controls. -
Page 14: Hanging The Unit Up
NSTALLATION OMFORT URTAIN Hanging the unit up 2.4.1 Determining the location of the unit • Make sure that the structure from which the unit is about to be suspended can bear the weight of the unit. The unit’s weight is marked on its type plate. •... - Page 15 DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION 2.4.2 Suspending and securing the unit 1. Position the four M8 (metric) screw threads. Make sure the thread rods are perpendicular. Dimensions for free-hanging and recessed units. SIZE TYPE DIMENSIONS all DF F, R as needed all DF F, R 35 mm(1 3/8") all DF F, R...
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Page 16: Connecting The Unit To The Central Heating System
Keep the connectors 1 in place by using pliers when con- necting the pipes. • Biddle recommends inserting a valve and a venting valve on both pipes close to the unit. Application limitations for units with water heating Heating medium water with max. -
Page 17: Frost Protection
DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION 2.5.2 Frost protection Take the following precautions if you install the unit in a room where frost may occur: • Provide for constant circulation of the water at the right temperature; • Add up to 20% glycol to the water when the unit is not in operation during the wintertime;... - Page 18 NSTALLATION OMFORT URTAIN Connecting the unit to the mains power supply 2.6.1 Special notes about the mains supply For all models: Warning: The unit must be earthed. Warning: Connect unit in accordance with applicable local requirements. For water-heated models and models without heating: •...
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Page 19: Electrically-Heated Models
DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION Electrically-heated models: Warning: Do not turn unit ON/OFF at its power supply. Use the control panel. • Connect the unit to the mains using a power cable (not supplied). Maximum ratings are specified on the type plate. •... - Page 20 NSTALLATION OMFORT URTAIN 2.6.3 Connecting the unit For units supplied without a mains power cable/plug only: Warning: Only connect the unit if you are qualified to work on three-phase power systems. Make sure the mains power supply group with which you are working has been turned off. 1.
- Page 21 Note: The RSR receiver module counts as one unit. • Units are daisy chained using Biddle control cables and Connectors • The total length of the control cables must not exceed 30 m (98 ft). If the distance is too great, an additional control panel must be connected.
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Page 22: Units With Two Control Circuit Boards
NSTALLATION OMFORT URTAIN • Connect the control panel and external control compo- nents to the master unit. Note: Do NOT remove the external control input bridges on the other units. Units with two control circuit boards Only the following types: DF S-250-E, M-250-E. These units have two control circuit boards that each control a part of the unit. - Page 23 DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION Control panel settings OSITION OSITION FACTORY SETTING unit remains turned off unit continues running in after supply voltage the same mode after interruption supply voltage interrup- tion fans continue running as fans do not run if heating long as the unit is turned is not required heating is turned OFF...
- Page 24 NSTALLATION OMFORT URTAIN 2.7.4 Fault signal output A building management system (BMS) can be connected to the output. • The connector is located on the control circuit board (HEALTHY connector). Output operation 24 VDC unit operates normally no power sup- temperature cut-out has turned the ply voltage heating off or the unit is not being pow-...
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Page 25: Master Settings
DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION Master settings Only if multiple units have been connected to a single control panel all units config- one unit config- ured as normal ured as a master units unit external control only connected all units follow input unit responds the master... - Page 26 7. Replace the front plate onto the rear plate. See also: 2.7.2 "Control panel settings" on page 22 "Biddle control cable composition" on page 43 2.7.7 Connecting control panel to unit The control panel is connected to one of the two modular unit connectors (marked with Symbols The two sockets are identical.
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Page 27: Unit Finishing
DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION Unit finishing 2.8.1 Edge finishing For cassette models (Type DF C) only: 1. Make a hole in the ceiling for the unit. Dimensions of hole and suspension for cassette model SIZE TYPE DIMENSIONS DF 100-C 1012 mm(39 27/32") DF 150-C 1512 mm(59 17/32") DF 200-C... - Page 28 NSTALLATION OMFORT URTAIN 2.8.2 Attaching discharge section For recessed models (Type DF R) only: 1. Make a hole in the ceiling for the discharge. Discharge section hole dimensions SIZE TYPE DIMENSIONS 90 mm (3 17/32") 100-R 970 mm (38 3/16") 150-R 1470 mm (57 7/8") 200-R...
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Page 29: Switching On And Checking Operation
DF M ANUAL NSTALLATION Switching on and checking operation For all models: 1. Connect all units. 2. Check the following connections: power supply; control cables between control panel and unit (or units); If applicable: external control components. 3. Switch the mains power supply on and/or plug in all con- nected units. -
Page 30: Operation
. . Operation General All regular features can be operated from the control panel. The control panel allows you to: • start and stop the air curtain • set the required heating capacity • set the required room temperature • turn the heating on and off •... -
Page 31: Adjusting Heating
Button 5: medium fan • Button 6: high fan Note: To achieve maximum climate separation for minimum energy consumption, Biddle recommends selecting the lowest setting at which no draughts occur. Adjusting heating 3.4.1 Manual temperature control In manual mode, heating can be set to full or reduced capac- ity, or turned off. -
Page 32: Automatic Temperature Control
PERATION OMFORT URTAIN 3.4.2 Automatic temperature control In automatic mode, the unit measures the air inlet tempera- ture and automatically selects the required heating setting to adjust the air temperature to the configured level. • Set the required temperature using Buttons 2 and 3 The LEDs display the temperature in a range from 18 °C to 25 °C (64 °F to 77 °F). -
Page 33: Cleaning The Unit
Do not use any solvents. Caution: Make sure no water runs into the unit. Scheduled maintenance Biddle recommends to have the following inspection and main- tenance works performed by an installer or other technical expert each year. •... -
Page 34: Safety Instructions
. . Faults Safety instructions Danger: All work on the inside of the unit may only be carried out by appropriately qualified technical staff. Warning: Before you begin: read the safety instructions. See also: "Safety instructions" on page 10 Resolving simple problems If you suspect a fault, first try to resolve the problem, using the table below. -
Page 35: Remedying Faults
DF M ANUAL AULTS ROBLEM ROBABLE CAUSE HAT TO DO The unit is not working and the The unit is switched off. Turn the unit on. control panel LEDs are off. The unit has no power supply. Check the power supply: •... - Page 36 AULTS OMFORT URTAIN Fault rectification (for qualified technical staff only) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RESOLUTION The control panel works normally The power supply to the fans is cut. 1. Check the fuses on the control but the unit does not respond. circuit board.
- Page 37 DF M ANUAL AULTS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RESOLUTION Fans are not working at a particular The connection at the particular fan Check the fans’ wiring. speed level. speed level is faulty. Not all connected units are working The control panel is not communi- 1.
- Page 38 AULTS OMFORT URTAIN PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RESOLUTION The unit (or part of the unit) is For electrically heated units: 1. Check and reset the tempera- blowing cold air. The temperature cut-out has ture cut-out. The LEDs on the control panel are turned the unit (or part of the unit) 2.
- Page 39 . . Service Safety instructions Warning: Servicing activities may only be carried out by personnel who are technically qualified to do Warning: Before you begin: read the safety instructions. See also: "Safety instructions" on page 10 Access 6.2.1 Removing the front panel For free-hanging models only: 1.
- Page 40 ERVICE OMFORT URTAIN 6.2.2 Opening the unit For fee-hanging and recessed models with electrical heating (Types DF E-F, E-R) and models without heat- ing (Types DF A-F, A-R): 1. Remove the front panel, if necessary. 2. Remove the inlet grille 4. For cassette models (Type DF C): 1.
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Page 41: With All Units
DF M ANUAL ERVICE For all models: 1. Remove the screws along the edge of the panel. 2. Pull the panel a little forward and take it away. Caution: The entire panel comes free once pulled forward – make sure it does not fall. 6.2.3 Removing the control circuit board With all units: 1. - Page 42 ERVICE OMFORT URTAIN 2. Remove the control circuit board 2. 3. Disconnect all unit-connected connectors and grounded connections from the control circuit board. For electrically heated units: 1. Disconnect all connectors and earth contacts connecting the unit and control circuit board 1. 2.
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Page 43: Temperature Cut-Out
5. Turn the unit on. 6. Check whether fans are working properly. See also: 6.2.2 "Opening the unit" on page 40 Biddle control cable composition The control system cable is made up as follows: • The plugs are modular, type 4P4C connectors. - Page 44 . . Dismantling The dismantling of the installation and the handling of the coolant, oil and other components must be carried out by a qualified fitter in accordance with the relevant local and national legislation and regulations. By ensuring that this product is disposed of in the correct manner, you are helping to prevent potential negative conse- quences for the environment and public health.
- Page 45 . . Addresses If you have any comments or queries relating to this product, please do not hesitate to contact your Biddle branch. Biddle bv Biddle Air Systems Ltd. P.O. Box 15 11 King St. Unit #3 9288 ZG Kootstertille...
- Page 46 OMFORT URTAIN . . . Keywords accessories ......8 hanging up ..... 14, 15 addresses .
- Page 47 DF M ANUAL safety instructions installation..... 12 installation, maintenance and service 10 maintenance ....34 service.
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Page 48: Copyright And Trademarks
It helps us to improve the documentation still further. For more information If you have any comments or queries relating to this product, please do not hesitate to contact Biddle. You will find the contact information for your Biddle branch in chapter Addresses.