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Manual Controls Basic- DS Comfort- DS Comfort Plus- DS Steam Bath 45.0 °C °C Steam Bath 45.0 °C °C ÁDS.ENLÈ DS.EN READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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Current version of this manual can be found at: www.hygromatik.co.uk HygroMatik GmbH grants the legal user of this product [or device] the right to use the Work(s) solely within the scope of the legitimate operation of the product [or device]. No other right is granted under this licence.
Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a HygroMatik steam humidifier. HygroMatik s team hu midifiers re present t he late st in h umidification technology. They will impr ess you with their safety, ease of use an d e conomical operation.
1.3 Directions for Use The proven principle of heating water by the use of electric immersion heaters is exploited to generate steam. Warning: Only q ualified a nd au thorised personnel may o perate the unit. Persons transporting or working on the unit , must have read and understood the corresponding parts of the Operation and Maintenance Instruction a nd e specially the chap ter 2 .
2. Safety Notes 2.1 Overview These safety notes a re required by law . The y p romote workplace safety and accident prevention. Warnings and Safety Symbols The safety symbols below identify sections containing warnings about hazards or potential d angers. Pleas e familiari ze yourself with thes e symbols.
Warning: M ake sur e that n o ig nitable gas m ixture can g et in to the steam cylinder. Accident Prevention RegulationsComply with the accident preven- tion regulation Accident Prevention Regulation Electrical Systems and Equipment (VBG4/BGVA2) to prevent injury to yourself and others. Operation of the Unit Do not perform any work which compromises the safety of the unit.
3. Comfort- DS / Comfort Plus- DS The display and operating panel enables local communication with the steam generator. 3.1 General V iew of DS-Contro l and Operating Panel DS-Control Display and Operating Panel The display is su pplied as a four-line, lig hted L C-display. O nce the humidifier is switched on, it shows: 1st Line: Operating mode of the steam bath steam generator and sta- tus of fan, essence delivery and light.
LED colors: yellow yellow yellow green A: Malfunction B: Steady LED = humidification; blinking LED = maximum water C: Filling D: Blow-Down E: Steady LED = ready; blinking LED = maintenance interval 3.2 Communication with the Control Local co mmunication with th e Comfort / Co mfort Plu s control (d ata input and output) is possible using the display and keypad.
3.3 DS-Comfort and DS-Comfort Plus Compared Comfort- DS Comfort Plus- DS Encoder Knob Unlike the DS-Comfort, the DS-Comfort Plus is equipped with an addi- tional encoder knob for easy use. Turning the knob left or right is equivalent to pressing the software keys “up arrow“...
4. User Mode - Communication with the Con- trol (Comfort-DS/ Comfort Plus-DS) After switchin g on the stea m hu midifier, th e use r is pla ced in user mode. This mode includes the indicators and controls needed to mo dify the following parameters: Temperature Set Value °C...
Steam Bath 45 °C » Hold down until the temperature value 42°C appears 42 °C on the display. Menu Steam Bath » Press once. 42 °C Menu The new temperature set valu e is p rogrammed. After a few seco nds, the p rogram jum ps b ack to the st andard displ ay.
Delivery System Off By pressing the key once, the Essence Injector Parameter is set Steam Bath continuously to off. This is indicated in the display by an e and results 45 °C in no essence delivery into the steam bath. °C 4.1.4 Light - Function Light (on / off)
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Note: Lig ht contr ol, fa n contr ol an d essen ce injection control are optional a ccessories.HygroMatik steam bath systems ar e ava ilable either in 24V or 230V versions.
4.2.1 Steam Bath Installation (Schematic Layout) Location Designation Steam generator Essence peristaltic pump Essence reservoir Essence line to steam hose T-piece for essence feed into the steam hose Steam Steam manifold in steam bath bath supply fan Temperature sensor bath exhaust fan Cabin light Note: The illus tration below depict s a s chematic layout for a s team bath - it is not an installation instruction.
4.2.2 Steam Bath - Temperature Control With an y st eam bath, a temperature se nsor must be installed in th e cabin. The temperature sensor me asures the temperature in the steam bath and is connected to the steam generator. The DS- Comfort o r DS-Com fort Plus co ntrols the Hyg roMatik stea m generator according to the temperature reading.
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Steam is only produced as long as th e temperature in the steam bath remains b elow the “set tem perature valu e.” If the temperature in the steam ba th re mains a bove th e “se t temp erature valu e” fo r a lo ng period of time, resulting in this case in no v isible steam pr oduction, this could be due to: •...
4.2.2.1 Diagramm Temperature Profile in Steam Bath Temperature Profile in Steam Bath Temperature 46,0 °C 45,0 °C 44,0 °C Time Steam Production Steam Bath Exhaust Steam Bath Sup- ply Fan Essence Delivery A: Duration / Essence Delivery B: Interval / Essence Delivery ein / on aus / off Page 20...
5.1 Introduction to the Comfort- DS / Comfort Plus- DS Control Control of yo ur HygroMatik steam humidifier is performed by so phisti- cated micr oprocessors. Th ese micro processors in telligently a nd self- adaptively select the most economical mode of operation for the steam humidifier appropriate to the existing water quality.
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LED colors: yellow yellow yellow green A: Malfunction B: LED steady = humidification; LED blinking = maximum water C: Filling D: Blow-Down E: LED steady = ready; LED blinking = maintenance interval The green LED blinks when the service interval has expired, and “Ser- vice”...
5.2 Software Menu and Parameter Setting System Desired test Temperature Value System settings Power Parameters Page 23...
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Local co mmunication (da ta e ntry an d r eadout) is p ossible with the Comfort / Comfort Plus Control using the display and the keypad. The most important types of communication are: • Readout/Modification of steam bath operational values (in User Mode) •...
5.2.1 Access to Operating Mode After switchin g on the stea m hu midifier, th e use r is pla ced in user mode. The display shows the following: Steam Bath Display 41,5 °C User Mode °C Function When the key is pressed, the software key “°C”...
5.2.2 Function Keys Keys are located below the display. Above each key, a context-based action (software key) is shown on the lowest line of the display (i.e. an “°C” key). The action is performed by press- ing the key. The sof tware keys in the d isplay u nit en able parameter modification.
5.3.1 Language Menu In this m enu, you can select the language in which you communicate with the humidifier. Sprache / Language German English French Spanish Japanese Italian Programming sequence to modify the language: press in Operating Mode, Sprache/Language Sprache/Language select the desired language with and confirm with English...
5.3.2.2 System Test Submenu (under Startup Menu) This test ena bles checks of var ious humidifier functions (for example, during start-up). The following test routines can be executed: System Test Automatic System Test (includes all stand-alone tests) LED Test (stand-alone test) Pump/MV test (stand-alone test) Control Status Test (stand-alone test) To s elect the “Sys tem Test”...
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Sample Display Status Solenoid va lve out of order or no Test Valve / Pump water supply; also see Section: “Mal- Fault Filling functions and Messa ges”. Fault Fill- ing. Blow-down pum p ou t o f or der; also Test Valve / Pump see Section: “...
5.3.3 Electronic Name Plate Menu The display can show 6 different sets of unit data. Electronic Name Plate Cylinder number Nominal capacity [kg/h] Software version Model type Year of manufacture Serial number S10 Equipment designation » press in Operating Mode, press in Operating Mode, Sprache/Language...
5.3.4 Parameter Setting Menu Parameters p artly de termine the h umidifier’s seq uence of o perations and processing of signals. These parameters can be modified as needed. For security r easons, access to so me parameters is pr otected by an entry code.
6. Parameters 6.1 Summary Table of Parameters Para- Designation Possible Settings in Menu / Submenu Access Code meter Standby Blow-down 0 Min. - 999 Hours[ HHH : MM Parameter Setting/Blow- none Down Parameters Stand-By heating No/Yes Start-up/System settings Interval time A17 0 - 999 min.
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Para- Designation Possible Settings in Menu / Submenu Access Code meter 2. Transmitting relay same options as with E5, sta- Parameter Setting / Data tus 14 = factory setting Parameters 3. Transmitting relay same options as with E5, sta- Parameter Setting / Data tus 13 = factory setting Parameters 4.
Para- Designation Possible Settings in Menu / Submenu Access Code meter Parity 8-N-1 Parameter Setting/ Data 8-E-1 Parameters Timer mode Switch On and Switch Off Parameter Setting/Time Times (weekly, daily, off) Clock (only with Comfort Plus) Pumping without K1 Yes (Main Contactor=off) Parameter Setting/Blow- No (Main Contactor=on) Down Parameters...
6.2.1.2 Exhaust Fan D1 (Operating Mode) Possible Settings: - Automatic - On (Continuous Operation) - Off Automatic At this setting, fan o peration is a function o f the tem perature in the steam bath. The control switches the exhaust fan on when the desired temperature is r eached, and switch es it o ff again when the tempera- ture falls below the set value minus hysteresis.
6.2.1.4 Light D3 (Operating Mode) Possible Settings: - On - Off At this setting, the control continuously powers the cabin light. The letter L appears in the display and l changes to L on the 4th line. At this setting, the cabin light remains off. 6.2.1.5 Supply Fan D4 (Operating Mode) Possible Settings: - Automatic...
6.2.2 Steam Bath Parameters (G0 - G9, G13) Note: Steam bath Parameters G0 - G9 and G13 can only be accessed on the parameter lists with a code (Code 010). 6.2.2.1 Calibration °C Actual °C (G0) Using t his Par ameter, o ne c an ca librate th e t emperature s ensor c on- nected to terminals 6 and 7.
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Modifying set Temperature Value (G2) Note: The t emperature may b e m odified in increments of 1 °K in the main menu. Example: The desired temperature value should be reduced from 45 °C to 42 °C. To do this, proceed as follows: »...
Steam Bath °C Set Value » Finish entry of value with G2: 042 °C Steam Bath °C Set Value » Press twice to exit the submenu G2: 42 °C Confirm change with Enter » the modification must be confirmed to be permanently saved; to do this press Parameter Settings »...
6.2.2.7 Hysteresis Essence Injection (G6) With this p arameter, you set the cabin temperature at which essence delivery is enabled. T he essence syst em is releas ed to operate at a temperature v alue of Steam Bat h °C Set Value ( G2) - Hys teresis Essence Injection (G6).
Note: Power retention is intended as compensation for a cooling sen- sation due to continuous fresh air supply. The preset value is 0 %. 6.2.2.11 Hysteresis Supply Fan (G13) The fa n is activa ted un til the pr ogrammed va lue Steam Bath ° C Se t Value (G2) + Hysteresis Supply Fan (G13) is reached.
6.2.3 Steambath Operating Parameters P1 Output Limitation The st eam ou tput can be se t to a va lue b etween 25 % an d 10 0% o f nominal cap acity using th e stea m g eneration output lim itation. The actual steam output released depends on the control signal.
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Steam Generation » the cursor is now located below the 2nd. digit, press Output Limitation P1: 000% times to set the 2nd. digit to 7; then press Steam Generation Output Limitation P1: 070% » now the cursor is located below the 3rd digit, press finish modifying P1 Steam Generation Output Limitation...
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C16 Interval time A17 The C16 parameter defines the le ngth of th e pause time between the phases of the stand-by heating (active only if A17 = Yes). C17 On time A17 The C17 p arameter defines the len gth of the h eating p eriod for the stand-by heating (active only if A17 = Yes.) E1 Xp-PI-Controller Boosting PI-controller = 100/E1 [Xp = 0 - 100%]...
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With th is p arameter, you se t the pum p ru n time d uring p artial blow- down. This is given as a specified blow-down time in seconds. The pre- set value should only be modified in consultation with HygroMatik. Page 48...
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P11 Reset service contactor Reset main contactor interval After the preprogrammed number of ope rations of the main contactor (K1) the HygroMatik control provides the message "Maintenance K1". It is recommended to swap the main contactor and to put the message back.
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Changing the system date corresponds to the operating sequence for the system time. Setting the Timer Mode There are three possible settings for the time clock: • off: time clock is disabled • weekly: every day the steam generator is released for the same period of time •...
6.2.3.1 Values and Operational Conditions If the operating mode is set to “with status” using Parameter D0 (see page 38), the operational conditions below are displayed in the 1st line of the display and a readout value is displayed in both the 2nd and 3rd lines.
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Humidifying/Heating up The steam humidifier produces steam if a demand from the hygrostat or controller is present (safety interlock must be closed). After a humid- ifier cold start-up, or after a full b low-down, Heating up displays f or a short time.
Control (Comfort-DS/ Comfort Plus-DS)“ do not apply to Control type Basic-DS. 7.1 Basic Construction The HygroMatik control Type Basic-DS consists of a main PCB and a display unit with icons to describe the LED. 7.1.1 Basic-DS Display Unit...
A: Malfunction (red LED) B: humidifying (yellow LED) C: Filling (yellow LED) D: Blow-down (yellow LED) E: Stand-by (green LED) LED B, C, D and E represent the following operational conditions: LED B: Steam production (main contactor is switched) LED C: filling water LED D: draining water LED E: power supply for control is on The red LED A blinks to indicate a humidifier malfunction.
The jumper is referred to as “open” if there is no plug on either pin or if only one of the pins is covered. Warning: Change jumper settings only when the system is turned off. Otherwise, the control could be damaged or unpredictable functioning could occur.
If less conductive feed water is used ( = lower salt c ontent), it may be advisable to perform partial blow-downs less often to ensure that the humidifier always attains nominal steam output efficiently (only applies to electrode steam humidifiers). Before modifying this parameter, please consult with HygroMatik. Page 56...
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Before modifying this parameter, please consult with HygroMatik. Jumper H / Full Blow-Down Switched Off If this jumper is jumpered, the “full blow-down switched off” function is active.
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Jumper I The standard setting for this jumper is open. Note: This jumper may not be jumpered or only jumpered after consul- tation with HygroMatik. Jumper J The standard setting for this jumper is open. Note: This jumper may not be jumpered or only jumpered after consul- tation with HygroMatik.
= longer pump run time very low conductivity of feed water = shorter pump run time Please get in contact with HygroMatik before modifying this parameter. 7.3.4 Potentialfree Outputs The rated load of the relay contact is 250V/8A.
For an o verview of possible fault messages, se e Section: “Su mmary Table of Parameters” on Page 52, description of Parameter E5. The factory setting for the switching signal is “collective fault.” 7.3.4.2 Humidification: The me ssage “h umidification” can be ac cessed dir ectly on the main contactor as specified in the wiring diagram.
8. Fault Messages (Comfort- DS / Comfort Plus- DS und Basic- DS) The control Comfort- DS / Comfo rt Plus- DS and also Ba sic-DS con- stantly monitor all important functions of the humidifier. In the case of a fault the humidifier switches off.
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Fault Thermo sensor If a thermo sensor has been tripped, the control registers this with the fault message “Thermo sensor.” Fault Max. Level If the water level in the cylinder reaches maximum five times within a five hour period, the control displays the fault Max. Level. Fault Filling The control activates the solenoid valve for a maximum of 30 minutes.
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Fault Main Contactor The control activates the main contactor if steam is r equired from the humidifier and the safety interlock is closed. The co ntrol switch es of f th e ma in co ntactor if t he s afety int erlock is open or if steam is no longer required.
9.1.1 Temperature Sensor Connection Connect the te mperature sensor cab le to the d esignated ter minals 6 and 7 on the HygroMatik steam generator. Test using the table below. While the sensor has been calibrated in the factory, subsequent adjustment within a range of -5K to +5K is possible using a 2nd temperature gauge.
EP230 or EP24 can be set at the steam generator. Essence delivery only occurs during steam production. Peristaltic Pump 230V 230V or 24V EP230 Impulse blue black brown Peristaltic Pump EP24 puls brown black grey Steam generator 230V Connection diagram for HygroMatik peristaltic pumps type: EP230 and EP24 Page 65...
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Connection with 230V Peristaltic Pump type EP230 Lay the connection cable from the peristaltic pump to the steam gener- ator at terminals 17, 18 and 19 (with a 230 V peristaltic pump, see con- nection sch ematic a bove). The pe ristaltic pu mp is p rotected by the 1.6A main fuse of the steam generator.
9.3 Fan Installation (Optional) In any steam bath, an exhaust fan (pos. 10 see on page 17) should be installed. T he fa n r emoves wa rm a ir f rom the st eam ba th in or der to ensure continuous steam supply and stable temperature control.
9.3.1 Connection for 24V S team Bath Exhaust Fan (Optional)* Connect fan cables to the designated terminals 10 and 11 (24V) in the steam generator. The fan is protected by a 1.6 A micro fuse. The maxi- mum contact load is 40 W. Note: Using Parameter D1, the exhaust fan can be operated in auto- matic or continuous mode.
9.5 Remote Switch / Safety Interlock The ste am ge nerator is on ly a llowed to st art op eration if the co ntact between terminal 1 and 2 is closed. If neither a Remote Switch nor any safety devices are wired to terminal 1 and 2 an electrical bridge has to be set.
10. Potential Free Signal Output 10.1 Base Relay and Signal Relay PCB The contact load is 250V/5A. 10.1.1 Base Relay and Collective Fault The base relay (on the PCB) delivers a potentialfree two-way contact (load: 250V/8A) to terminals 28, 29 and 30. Signal Relay / Contacts Parameter for...
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Note: Do not modify Parameters E6 and E9 except in consultation with HygroMatik, since this could lead to malfunctions. Retrofitting a Signal Relay PCB: Plug the socket connector JP1 of the relay signal PCB int o the socket base JP3 on the main PCB, so that the two ho les on the signal relay PCB line up with the internal thread bolts (main PCB side).
Switch on steam generator: » Open fresh water shut-off cock. » Switch on unit by means of the control switch. The following functions are executed during the start-up routine: HygroMatik (R) Self Test • The unit performs self-tests. LED Test •...
12. Faults and Messages / Conditions Switch o ff th e st eam h umidifier immediately if a fa ult oc curs. Faults ar e on ly to be r emedied by qualified per sonnel fo llowing the proper safety instructions. Note: The Se ction F ault Messages details wh ich fau lt messages a re possible for which humidifiers.
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LED Dis- Message / Mal- Probable Cause Resolution play function Dis- played* Fault Max.-Level • Solenoid valve does not close properly. Water • Check solenoid valve. ctd. level in the cylinder rises slowly even though the solenoid valve has not been activated. •...
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LED Dis- Message / Mal- Probable Cause Resolution play function Dis- played* Fault Main Con- Main contactor does not drop out. Replace main contactor. • • tactor Unit shuts off auto- Relay on the PCB is stuck. Replace PCB. • •...
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Feed a cable through current transducer ring. - Water conductivity too low. • Check water values and/or contact - Cold start. HygroMatik. - Re-start following full blow-down. - Changing water conductivity. - Electrodes worn out • Replace electrodes. • Unit requires maintenance.
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• Replace fuse. • With very low water conductivity continuous • Establish water values and/or con- steam production is insufficient in order to tact HygroMatik about the problem. concentrate and raise the water conductivity. Maintenance K1 • According to manufacturer specification 90% Replace main contactor.
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Possible Condi- Probable Cause for fault situation Resolution tions Water is leaking • Hose clamps on the steam or condensate • Tighten hose clamps. from upper part of hose do not close tightly. steam cylinder. • The heater element or thermo sensor has not •...
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Possible Condi- Probable Cause for fault situation Resolution tions The set tempera- The unit’s steam generation output limitation Check steam generation output • • ture has not been prevents full output. limitation parameter “P1”. reached. The unit is being operated at “cylinder full” See message Maintenance / •...
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Excess pressure in duct system (max. over- ically from the drain pressure 1200 Pa) Lengthen drain hose, consult with • • hose while the HygroMatik if necessary. pump is not run- ning. Uneven electrode Electrode(s) is/are not supplied with power. • wear Breaker has been tripped.
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• cylinder rapid loss of electrode material (brown-black prevent it from being damaged. deposits) and very high water conductivity. In these cases, consult HygroMatik. Perform maintenance: - Replace electrodes - Clean steam cylinder - Check water quality or conductivity, also see Section „Di- rections for Use“.
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HL 12 / HL 18 HL 27 / HL18 Betriebsmeldung Betriebsmeldung operation operation Halbleiterrelais an der solid state relay Halbleiterrelais an der solid state relay Geräte-Mittelwand located at middle plate Geräte-Mittelwand located at middle plate R1 - R2 in HL12 KW Heizkörper / heating element R1 - R3 in HL27...
16. Ordering Information / Table of Options Ordering is this simple: Steam generator with exact designation (e.g. HyLine: HY17-CDS) + desired optional connection configurations (e.g. Option 230 V: B-0623093 for C17-C45 or Hy13 -Hy 30) + steam bath accessories with article designation and article number (as needed) Table of Options: Electrode Steam Generator What connections* does your steam generator need ?
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Steam Bath Accessories: • Peristaltic Pump for Essence 24V B-2604083 • Peristaltic Pump for Essence 230V B-2604091 • Steam Bath Fans, 24V , ø 98mm E-0611205 • Steam Bath Fans, 230V, ø 98mm E-0611208 • T-piece 2 x DN25, 1 x DN6, VA •...
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System Desired test Temperature Value System settings Power Parameters Page 96...
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