Maintenance; Filter Maintenance; 12 Monthly Maintenance - Vent-Axia Sentinel Kinetic MVHR Series Installation & Commissioning Manual

Maintenance

Maintenance
Heat recovery units, by their very nature, require regular maintenance. The Sentinel Kinetic has been designed
to facilitate access to enable maintenance to be carried out easily.
THE FAN AND ANCILLARY CONTROL EQUIPMENT MUST BE ISOLATED FROM THE POWER SUPPLY
DURING MAINTENANCE.

Filter Maintenance

Item
Fan Filters

12 Monthly Maintenance

Item
Fan Filters
Unit & Heat Exchanger
Cell
Motors
Condensate Drain
Fastenings
Sentinel Kinetic MVHR Installation & Commissioning
WARNING
Action
When the unit displays "Check filters". This is a reminder to ensure that the filters are not so
dirty that they are blocking the airflow or allowing dirt to pass through. The rate at which the
filters become dirty will vary hugely depending on the environment and the activity within the
property.
1. Open the filter flaps and remove the 2 filters.
2. Clean gently by tapping or carefully using a vacuum cleaner if necessary.
3. Replace the filters
4. Close the filter flaps.
5. Reset the automatic message, press and hold the
Action
Change the Fan Filters.
1. Open the filter flaps and remove the 2 filters.
2. Insert the replacement filters.
3. Close the filter flaps.
4. Reset the automatic message, press and hold the
Inspect and clean the unit
1. Isolate the mains power supply.
2. Open flaps and remove the 2 filters.
3. Remove front cover from the unit.
4. Slide out the heat exchanger.
5. Wash the outer cover and heat exchanger in warm water using a mild detergent (such as
Milton Fluid) and dry thoroughly.
NOTE: Keep water away from all electrical components and wiring within the unit.
Inspect the motors for build-up of dust and dirt on the impeller blades, which could cause
imbalance and increased noise levels. Vacuum or clean if necessary.
Check the condensate drain tube is secure and clear of debris. Clean if necessary.
Check that all unit and wall-mount fastenings are sufficiently tight and have not become
loose. Re-tighten if necessary.
and buttons for 5 seconds.
and buttons for 5 seconds.
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