Software version 3.03 does not support the appliance coding function. Please refer to • In order to ensure that the appliance operates correctly, it is essential to inspect the ACVMax System Control manual on the ACV website (ref. 660Y2800). and service the boiler every year. •...
Volume 5 - contains the blockage and error codes displayed on the ACVMax screen, which will allow the installer to troubleshoot the possible faults. For any other heating system configuration than those in this manual, please contact your ACV repres entative.
THE INSTALLER’S HANDBOOK FOR HEATING SYSTEMS CONTROLLED WITH ACVMAX VOLUME 1 ACVMax Menus and Functions Prestige 24 - 32 Solo /Excellence Prestige 42 - 50 - 75 - 100 - 120 Solo HeatMaster 25 HeatMaster 25 - 35 - 45 - 70 - 85 - 120 WaterMaster 25 - 35 - 45 - 70 - 85 - 120 software version (DSP) 3.05 Applicable to appliances manufactured from March 2016, equipped with at least...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS VOLUME 1 - ACVMAX MENUS AND FUNCTIONS ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION .............. 1-3 ACVMax Operating information ............................1-3 Control panel description ..............................1-3 Home page description................................1-3 Appliance Easy setup (EZ Setup)............................1-4 Selecting the language ................................1-4 Installer Code....................................1-4 Installer menu structure .................................
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ACVMAX OPERATING INFORMATION Main settings of ACVMAX Display • Screen backlight - it will illuminate when any button is depressed, and remain illuminated for five min- The ACVMax system control is designed to be flexible yet easy to use. It monitors and controls the appliance utes.
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION APPLIANCE EASY SETUP (EZ SETUP) INSTALLER CODE Through the use of the specific code "054", the installer can access various setup screens, in order to define a The main parameters of the appliance can be set up using the EZ (easy) setup function of the controller. The large set of parameters and adapt the operation of the ACVMax to the system configuration.
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION INSTALLER MENU STRUCTURE INSTALLER MENU DESCRIPTION The installer Menu contains the following icons : HeatMaster 84°C CH & DHW Settings – Allows the installer to adjust the appliances central/space heating and "CH & DHW Settings domestic hot water settings for the application. For the detail of the menus, go to 61°C ) -->>...
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH & DHW Settings ( ) -->> CH Settings ( “Installer Code” CH & DHW Settings To navigate on the screen, use the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT keys, then the OK to validate a selection. To increase/decrease values, use the UP and DOWN or LEFT and RIGHT keys, according to the situation...
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH Settings Heating Settings Heating Operation Enabled Demand Thermostat & Outd. Curve CH maximum capacity 100% Abs. Max. CH Setpoint 87°C CH1 Max. Setpoint 82°C Demand Type Demand Type screen menu CH1 Min. Setpoint 27°C Thermostat & Outd. Curve Thermostat &...
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH Settings Heating Settings CH Maximum Capacity CH Maximum Capacity limits the maximum CH capacity. The appliance capacity can be defined by adjusting this value, 100% means Maximum CH output, 0% means minimum CH output. It is therefore possible to adjust the CH capacity to the installation needs. Heating Operation Enabled 100%...
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH Settings Outdoor Curve Heating Settings Outdoor Curve Coldest Day is the coldest outdoor design temperature of the heating system when an Outdoor Curve option is chosen in De- Coldest Day mand Type. This setting is not applicable when a Setpoint option is chosen in Demand Type. Demand Thermostat &...
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH Settings CH2 Min. Heating Settings CH2 Minimum Setpoint is the minimum setpoint for a CH2 heating call when an Outdoor Curve option is chosen in Demand Type. This Setpoint setting is not applicable when a Setpoint option is chosen in Demand Type. CH1 Min.
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH Settings The Freeze Protection menu allows the feature to be enabled and disabled. The built-in frost protection mechanism activates the system pumps Heating Settings Freeze Protection as soon as the flow temperature [NTC1 probe] drops below 7°C. As soon as the flow temperature is at 5°C, the burner starts up until the flow tem- CH2 Max.
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION CH & DHW Settings ( )-->> DHW Setting ( “Installer Code” To navigate on the screen, use the UP, CH & DHW Settings DHW Setting DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT keys, then the OK key to validate selection.
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION DHW Setting DHW Setting DHW Boiler Setpoint is the fixed appliance setpoint temperature during a domestic hot water call when the Thermostat option is chosen Boiler Setpoint in Demand Type. DHW Operation Enabled 75°C Demand Thermostat Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to adjust the DHW Boiler Setpoint then press the OK button to store the setting.
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION DHW Setting DHW Setting DHW Post DHW Post Pump Time sets how long the domestic hot water circulator will continue to operate at the completion of a domestic hot water Pump Time call. Any call during the DHW Post Pump Time will be ignored until the post pump has completed. The DHW Post Pump feature allows the Demand Sensor 2 min...
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION DHW Setting DHW Setting DHW to CH DHW To CH Call Blocking sets the minimum time between a DHW burner firing and a CH burner firing. At the completion of a DHW burner firing, the Call Blocking DHW to CH Call Blocking time will begin.
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION -->> CH & DHW Settings ( ) Boiler Settings ( “Installer Code” CH & DHW Settings To navigate on the screen, use the UP, Boiler Settings DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT keys, then the OK key to validate selection.
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Boiler Settings The Pump Settings menu allows to choose the right pump configuration to the chosen hydraulic configuration. Pump Settings Boiler Settings The Current Pump Config indicates which configuration is currently selected for the appliance. Model Solo (2 pumps) Current Pump Con g Con g 16...
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Boiler Settings Boiler Settings Model Solo (2 pumps) Lockout Temp. 221°F [105°C] Modbus Address Pump Settings Pump settings Ignition Level 3100rpm Current Pump Con g Modi ed Mix zone high limit 45°C Preset Pump Con g Flexible Pump Con g Each relay function has several options.
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Boiler Settings There are three possible selections to activate the Error Relay (alarm) contact: Flexible Pump Con g Error Relay Boiler Settings Pump Settings On Lockout, Blocking and Warning • On Lockout, Blocking and Warning: the error relay is activated at a non-volatile Current Pump Con g Modi ed Flex.
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ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Boiler Settings The Mix zone high limit setting allows to limit the maximum temperature in the mixed circuit. The function works like an Overheat Cut-off Mix zone high limit Boiler Settings Activation of the limit and will cause the appliance to go in fault state (lockout). This setting allows to change the limit temperature for the Prestige Model Solo (2 pumps) 45°C...
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Reset all settings ( “Installer Code” Reset All Settings Reset All Settings Reset All Settings allows the installer to reset all CH, DHW, and Cascade settings back to the default values (Refer to “Factory settings and reset values”...
ACVMAX DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Manual Operation ( “Installer Code” FAN - Press the OK button while the FAN icon is highlighted to manually fire the burner and power the CH (1) circulator. Manual Operation Manual Operation Press the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to adjust the firing rate from 0% (Low Fire) to 100% (High Fire). Released Hold down the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to rapidly increase or decrease the firing rate.
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ACVMAX PARAMETERS FOR THE SPECIALIST LIST OF STATUS LINE MESSAGES Status Line Message Description Standby Indicates that the Appliance is ready to respond when a demand is received. CH Demand A central heating call has been received. DHW Demand A domestic hot water call has been received. Central heating and domestic hot water calls are being received simultaneously.
ACVMAX PARAMETERS FOR THE SPECIALIST ACVMAX MENU STRUCTURE Main Screen, Installer’s Menu Disabled CH settings CH&DHW Settings Heating Settings Enabled DHW Settings Disabled Reset All Settings Thermostat & Outd. curve DHW Settings Heating operation Enabled Thermostat and Setpoint Boiler Settings Manual Operation DHW Operation Demand...
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ACVMAX PARAMETERS FOR THE SPECIALIST Main Screen, Installer’s Menu Lockout Temp. CH settings CH&DHW Settings Boiler Settings DHW Settings Modbus Address Reset All Settings Model Boiler Settings Manual Operation Lockout Temp. Current Pump Config Cascade Modbus Address Flex. Relay X (xxx) Preset Pump Config Reset all settings Config 1 to 16...
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THE INSTALLER’S HANDBOOK FOR HEATING SYSTEMS CONTROLLED WITH ACVMAX VOLUME 2 System Diagrams and ACVMax Setup Prestige 24 - 32 Solo /Excellence Prestige 42 - 50 - 75 - 100 - 120 Solo HeatMaster 25 HeatMaster 25 - 35 - 45 - 70 - 85 - 120 WaterMaster 25 - 35 - 45 - 70 - 85 - 120 software version (DSP) 3.05 Applicable to appliances manufactured from March 2016, equipped with at least...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS VOLUME 2 - SYSTEM DIAGRAMS AND ACVMAX SETUP USER'S GUIDE ....................... 2-3 Preset Configuration 3 ................................2-23 General......................................2-3 High temperature heating circuits controlled through solenoid valves, with additional load pump, possibly with optional outdoor temperature sensor and room thermostats, and with DHW circuit and DHW sensor............2-23 Resistance of the temperature sensors ..........................2-3 High temperature heating circuits controlled through solenoid valves, possibly with optional outdoor temperature sensor PRESTIGE SOLO/EXCEL (3-WAY VALVE) ..............
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5AT slow-blow fuse (3x) for internal and optional circuits* The power cord may only be replaced by a genuine ACV spare part, P/N 257F1180. * 5AT slow-blow fuse (2x) for internal circuits and connection of CH, DHW and Flame output + 5AT slow-blow fuse (1x) for connection of Alarm, P3 and P4 (connector P14) 2 spare 5AT slow-blow fuses are located on the back side of the electrical box, for fuse replacement, if required.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 11 10 11 12 Y/Gr Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr NTC 4 0-10 Volt - Input 0-10 Volt - Ground Y/Gr ON / OFF...
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PRESTIGE SOLO/EXCEL (3-WAY VALVE) PUMPS (PRESTIGE SOLO/EXCEL (3-WAY VALVE)) The pump configurator system is based on the demands of the hydraulic system that you design. In the table below, you will find the 4 configurations that have been preset in the ACVMax controller for the Prestige 24-32 Solo/Excellence (identified as "Solo/Excel.
Y/Gr ..... CH --> Built-in circulator pump and with DHW circuit. Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr NTC 4 5AT Fuse...
Two heating circuits, with optional outdoor temperature sensor and room thermostats, and with DHW circuit. Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr Y/Gr...
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High and Low temperature heating circuits, with optional outdoor temperature Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B sensor and room thermostats, and with DHW circuit....DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4)
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High and Low temperature heating circuits, with optional outdoor temperature Bus A sensor and room thermostats, and with DHW circuit. Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4)
PRESTIGE SOLO (2 PUMPS) ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS PRESTIGE 42 - 50 - 75 SOLO To WD To WD 230 V power supply Ground ON/OFF master switch Gas valve (rectified for Prestige 42 - 50 - 75 Solo) PRESTIGE SOLO Burner power supply Main Characteristics Terminal block for optional items Rated voltage...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 10 11 10 11 12 Y/Gr Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr NTC 4 0-10 Volt - Input 0-10 Volt - Ground Cascade sensor - Input Cascade sensor - Ground...
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1 2 3 4 5 6 10 11 10 11 12 Y/Gr Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ACV Max NTC 3 NTC 4 Y/Gr 0-10 Volt - Input 0-10 Volt - Ground Cascade sensor - Input Cascade sensor - Ground...
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PRESTIGE SOLO (2 PUMPS) PUMPS (PRESTIGE SOLO) The pump configurator system is based on the demands of the hydraulic system that you design. In the table General Remark below, you will find the 13 configurations that have been preset in the ACVMax controller for the Prestige 42-50-75-100-120 Solo (identified as "Prestige Solo"...
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--> CH pump Bus A Error CH1/CH2/ Flame Bus - Ground Bus B ACV Max NTC 3 High temperature heating circuit, possibly with optional outdoor temperature ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor NTC 4 sensor and room thermostat, without DHW circuit. Y/Gr...
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..... CH --> CH pump Warm water SCHEMA : 2 Cold water Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr NTC 4 Y/Gr .....
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..... CH pump --> CH pump Bus A Bus - Ground Warm water Bus B SCHEMA : 11 Cold water ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr NTC 4 Y/Gr .....
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10 11 12 Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... CH --> CH pump Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 5AT Fuse Prestige ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr 5AT Fuse Y/Gr NTC 4...
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10 11 12 Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... CH --> CH pump (CH1 circuit) Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr 5AT Fuse NTC 4...
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10 11 12 Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... CH --> CH pump (CH1 circuit) Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr Prestige 5AT Fuse...
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--> CH pump (CH1 circuit) 10 11 10 11 12 Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) Y/Gr ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr 5AT Fuse ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr NTC 4...
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Bus A Bus - Ground room thermostats, and with DHW circuit and DHW sensor. Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4)
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10 11 12 Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... CH --> CH pump Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max Prestige NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) Y/Gr 5AT Fuse NTC 4...
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Bus A Bus - Ground 1 (CH1) and possible second room control, possibly with optional outdoor Bus B temperature sensor and room thermostat. ACV Max NTC 3 LOW T° SCHEMA : 1 ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) NTC 4...
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--> CH pump (low temp circuit) 10 11 10 11 12 Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B Y/Gr ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) Y/Gr Y/Gr ACV Max NTC 3 Y/Gr 5AT Fuse Prestige Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) 5AT Fuse NTC 4 Y/Gr...
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PRESTIGE SOLO (2 PUMPS) PRESET CONFIGURATION 9 Do not use this configuration. It is not activated yet. 2-27 The Installer's Handbook - ACVMax: A1004308 - 660Y2900 - Volume 2 • B...
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DHW circuit. Bus A Bus - Ground LOW T° SCHEMA : 4a Bus B Y/Gr ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) Y/Gr Y/Gr ACV Max 5AT Fuse NTC 3 Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) 5AT Fuse NTC 4 Y/Gr...
HEATMASTER AND WATERMASTER ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS HEATMASTER 25-35-45 TC, ® HEATMASTER 25 C AND WATERMASTER 25 - 35 - 45 To WD To WD ® 230 V power supply Ground ON/OFF master switch HeatMaster TC / WaterMaster Gas valve rectified Main Characteristics Burner power supply Terminal block for optional items Rated voltage...
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10 11 10 11 12 X103 Harness code: A1002113 Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B Y/Gr X103 ACV Max NTC 3 NTC 4 Y/Gr 0-10 Volt - Input 0-10 Volt - Ground Y/Gr ON / OFF X101 230 V ~ 50Hz...
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10 11 10 11 12 Harness code: A1002113 Bus A Bus - Ground X103 Bus B Y/Gr X103 ACV Max NTC 3 NTC 4 Y/Gr 0-10 Volt - Input 0-10 Volt - Ground Y/Gr ON / OFF X101 230 V ~ 50Hz...
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HEATMASTER AND WATERMASTER ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF HEATMASTER 70-85 TC, ® WATERMASTER 70 - 85 To WD To WD 230 V power supply Ground HeatMaster TC / WaterMaster ON/OFF master switch Gas valve Main Characteristics Burner power supply Rated voltage Terminal block for optional items Rated frequency 230 VAC OUTPUT ! : Alarm (ERR terminal)
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10 11 12 Harness code: A1002114 X103 Bus A Y/Gr Bus - Ground Bus B X103 Y/Gr ACV Max NTC 3 NTC 4 0-10 Volt - Input 0-10 Volt - Ground Y/Gr ON / OFF X101 230 V ~ 50Hz...
HEATMASTER AND WATERMASTER PUMPS (HEATMASTER) The pump configurator system is based on the demands of the hydraulic system that you design. In the table below, you will find the 4 configurations that have been preset in the ACVMax controller for the HeatMaster 25-35-45-70-85-120 TC and HeatMaster 25 C, based on different hydraulic schemes that can be used.
Y/Gr 10 11 10 11 12 temperature sensor and room thermostats. Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) ACV Max Y/Gr NTC 3 Y/Gr 5AT Fuse Y/Gr Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) NTC 4...
10 11 10 11 12 Bus A Bus - Ground Bus B Y/Gr ..... DHW sensor (NTC3) Y/Gr Y/Gr ACV Max Y/Gr NTC 3 5AT Fuse Y/Gr ..... Optional outdoor temp. sensor (NTC4) 5AT Fuse Y/Gr NTC 4 Y/Gr...
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THE INSTALLER’S HANDBOOK FOR HEATING SYSTEMS CONTROLLED WITH ACVMAX VOLUME 3 Cascade Systems Prestige 42 - 50 - 75 - 100 - 120 Solo software version (DSP) 3.05 Applicable to appliances manufactured from March 2016, equipped with at least A1004308 - 660Y2900 - Volume 3 • B...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS VOLUME 3 - CASCADE SYSTEMS GENERAL INFORMATION ................... 3-3 User's Guide ....................................3-3 Operating Principles of an ACVMax-Controlled Cascade ..................3-3 MENUS AND SCREENS DESCRIPTION ................ 3-4 Cascade Menu ( ) -->> Cascade Information ( ) ............................3-4 Cascade Menu ( ) -->>...
Cascade System. can also be built using a Prestige box. For more information, please contact to your ACV representative. The CH heat demands follow the same logic as the heat demands in a single appliance: the target setpoint at For any cascade system that is not mentioned in this manual, please contact your ACV representative.
MENUS AND SCREENS DESCRIPTION Cascade Menu ( ) -->> Cascade Information ( “Installer Code” To navigate on the screen, use the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT Cascade keys, then the OK key to validate a selection. To increase/ decrease values, use the UP and DOWN keys. or LEFT and RIGHT, according to the situation Cascade Info provides real Cascade Info provides the following information item:...
Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to adjust the Minimum Firing Rate then press the OK button to store the setting. Default : 25% Only make changes after being instructed to do so by ACV as changing of this value may cause instability in the appliance cascade control.
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MENUS AND SCREENS DESCRIPTION Cascade Settings Maximum Firing Rate is the maximum capacity of a single boiler in the Cascade System. Maximum Cascade Setting Firing Rate Stage Delay 60 sec Press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons to adjust the Maximum Firing Rate then press the OK button to store the setting. 25 kW Minimum Firing Rate Max.
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Default: 7 Please consult ACV’s technical Support before making any adjustments. Improper adjustment of CH Proportional Gain could lead to temperature fluctuations and erratic cascade operation. CH Integral Gain allows the cascade response to be adjusted for a central heating call. CH Integral Gain has the...
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Default: 7 Please consult ACV’s technical Support before making any adjustments. Improper adjustment of DHW Proportional Gain could lead to temperature fluctuations and erratic cascade operation. DHW Integral Gain allows the cascade response to be adjusted for a domestic hot water call. DHW Integral...
MENUS AND SCREENS DESCRIPTION Cascade ( ) -->> Cascade Autodetection ( “Installer Code” Cascade The Cascade System must be configured after wiring is completed and any required adjustments are made in Cascade Cascade Autodetect. Cascade Autodetect. Settings. Refer to "Cascade system connection (4-boiler Cascade)" before using this function.
MENUS AND SCREENS DESCRIPTION STRUCTURE OF THE ACVMAX CASCADE MENU Main Screen, Installer’s Menu CH&DHW Settings For the structure of these menus, please refer to “ACVMax menu structure” Reset All Settings Manual Operation Cascade Info Cascade Info Cascade Cascade Role Cascade Settings Cascade Settings System Temp.
INSTALLATION OF THE CASCADE BOILERS GENERAL PROCESS FOR CASCADE INSTALLATION Define the number of boilers in the cascade (2 to 4). “Assembling the Cascade Mounting rack”. Prepare a cascade mounting rack of the appropriate size, refer to Install the boilers on the rack using the mounting support of each boiler. Define which boiler will be the Master.
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS ASSEMBLING THE CASCADE MOUNTING RACK 2. Mounting the vertical profiles and connecting them to the feet The steps in the following procedures are indicated by black circles with a white number ( Required material Procedure (x3 for the configuration on the left) 2 boilers 3 boilers...
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS 3. Mounting the horizontal profiles and connecting them to the vertical ones 4. Installing the clips to install the boiler mounting support Required material Required material Procedure Procedure (x2 for each horizontal profile) Boiler support bracket, pro- vided with the boiler...
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS OF CASCADE SYSTEMS 2. Mounting the foot on the heating ramp Required material Procedure 1. Mounting the pumps on the return connections Required material Procedure 3-14 The Installer's Handbook - ACVMax: A1004308 - 660Y2900 - Volume 3 • B...
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INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS 3. Mounting the heating ramp on the boilers Procedure Required material Procedure 4. Mounting the balance header on the system Required material Special kit for Italy 3-15 The Installer's Handbook - ACVMax: A1004308 - 660Y2900 - Volume 3 • B...
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS OF CASCADE SYSTEMS Procedure 350 mm 285 mm 400 mm At each pipe connection (see figure below) 2. Mounting the pipe supporting rack (2 boiler cascade) Required material pipe brackets provided with each straight flue pipe.
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INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS 2. Mounting the flue pipes on the boilers Required material Procedure 3-17 The Installer's Handbook - ACVMax: A1004308 - 660Y2900 - Volume 3 • B...
Master appliance (see also following pages for the hydraulic Bus A and electrical configurations). Bus - Ground Connect the local Slave appliance pumps. Bus B Close the front panel of the boilers. ACV Max Perform Cascade start-up procedure, refer to “Cascade start-up process”. NTC 3 NTC 4 Master...
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS CASCADE START-UP PROCESS ACCESSING THE CASCADE AUTODETECTION PAGE Set-up conditions • Cascade electrical connection done (Prestige Solo (Pre-set), refer to “Cascade system connection 84°C (4-boiler Cascade)”). • Condensate trap full of water 61°C • External power supply open •...
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS PRESET CONFIGURATION 2 General remarks • Refer to the next page to know how to set up the ACVMax controller. 3-boiler cascade configuration, high temperature, with DHW circuit • For cascade system setup, refer to "Cascade system connection (4-boiler Cascade)".
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Y/Gr Y/Gr INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS Master Pump Configuration 2 Electrical board terminals Terminal name --> Connected to Flex 4 Flex 6 Flex 3 Flex 2 Flex 1 Flex 5 Flame Y/Gr Y/Gr 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 .....
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INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS 3-boiler cascade configuration, high temperature, with DHW circuit General remarks • Refer to next page to know how to set up of the ACVMax controller. • For cascade system setup, refer to "Cascade system connection (4-boiler Cascade)".
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF CASCADE SYSTEMS PRESET CONFIGURATION 5 General remarks • Refer to next pageto know how to set up the ACVMax controller. 3-boiler cascade configuration, with two high temperature heating circuits and DHW circuit • For cascade system setup, refer to "Cascade system connection (4-boiler Cascade)".
TABLE OF CONTENTS VOLUME 4 - CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS CHIMNEY CONNECTION CHARACTERISTICS FOR PRESTIGE BOILERS ....4-3 CALCULATION OF FLUE PIPE SYSTEM - PRESTIGE APPLIANCES......4-4 For more information on cascade installation of Prestige 42 - 50 - 75 - 100 - 120 Solo, refer to Calculation of the Flue Pipe Length ..........................4-4 Volume 3, "Chimney connections of Cascade Systems".
CHIMNEY CONNECTION CHARACTERISTICS FOR PRESTIGE BOILERS FLUE PIPE CONNECTION TYPES - PRESTIGE SOLO AND EXCELLENCE It is mandatory to use ACV flue systems to connect the appliance. B23P: : Connection to a combustion product exhaust system designed to operate with positive pressure.
Tables of equivalent length for the various connection accessories and connection types: The following tables are based on ACV equipment and cannot be applied as a rule. When connecting the flue pipes, make sure not to exceed the maximum length recommended for the product, otherwise the system pressure might decrease.
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The appliance is also connected through a second duct fitted with a terminal, that supplies the burner with fresh outdoor air. Please contact your ACV representative for the meters of flue pipes that can be used to connect the appliance(s).
CALCULATION OF FLUE PIPE SYSTEM - HEATMASTER AND WATERMASTER APPLIANCES CALCULATION OF THE FLUE PIPE LENGTH When connecting the flue pipes, make sure not to exceed the maximum flue pipe length, recommended for the product, otherwise the system pressure might decrease. The flue pipe pipe length can be calculated using the method shown below.
— — — — — Make sure to install an external non-return valve on the flue connection. Please contact 25 - 35 - 45 your ACV representative for the correct accessory. — — — — — 25 - 35 —...
BLOCKAGE AND ERROR CODES BLOCKAGE AND ERROR CODES Codes Description of the fault Solution for the fault 1. Check gas supply to appliance. 2. Check Ignition cable connection in control box. E 01 Failed ignition: The burner failed to light after 5 ignition attempts. 3.
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BLOCKAGE AND ERROR CODES Codes Description of the fault Solution for the fault 1. Check supply temperature sensor, connectors and wiring harness for an open circuit. Supply Sensor Open: An open circuit has been detected in the appliance supply E 31 2.
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BLOCKAGE AND ERROR CODES Codes Description of the fault Solution for the fault 1. Verify fl ow in the system. Delta T protection blocking - Delta T too high 2. Check pump for blockage and obstructions, unblock it as required. Replace if neccessary. 1.
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