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S U P E R I O R H E ATI N G S O LUTI O N S
S I NCE 1 980

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  • Page 1 Installation & Operation Manual S U P E R I O R H E ATI N G S O LUTI O N S S I NCE 1 980...
  • Page 2 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Introduction 1. General Information 2. Safety 3. Transportation and Handling 4. Before Operation 5. General Dimensions 6. Unit Installation 7. Refrigerant and Water Piping 8. Drain Piping 9. Electrical and Control Settings 10. Commissioning 11. Unit Controller 12. Wireless Intelligent Room Thermostat 13.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Installation & Operation Manual Introduction Specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice in order that Firebird may bring the latest innovations to their customers. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that all specifications are correct, printing errors are beyond Firebird’s control;...
  • Page 5 Enviroair Air to Water Heat Pump Models 1~ 230V 50Hz Unit Enviroair 7.5kW – – Enviroair 11kW – Enviroair 14kW – Enviroair 16kW NOTE Icons between brackets mean possible extra operations to the factory-supplied operations.

  • Page 6: General Information

    Within the policy of continuous improvement of its products, As a result, some of the images or data used to illustrate this Firebird reserves the right to make changes at any time without document may not refer to specific models. No claims will be...
  • Page 7 • No part of this manual may be reproduced without written permission. CAUTION • If you have any questions, contact Firebird Products Ltd. • Check and make sure that the explanations of each Start-up and Operation: Check to ensure that all the stop valves...

  • Page 8: Transportation And Handling

    Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 3. Transportation and Handling When hanging the unit, ensure a balance of the unit, check Enviroair 7.5kW Enviroair 11 – 16kW safety and lift it up smoothly. Do not remove any packing materials. Hang the unit under packing condition with two ropes.

  • Page 9: General Dimensions

    5. General Dimensions 5.1 Service Space Enviroair 7.5kW Enviroair 11-16kW...
  • Page 10 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 5.2 Name of Parts and Dimensional Data Enviroair 7.5kW Part name Part name Compressor Stop valve for gas line – Ø15.88 (5/8”) Water side heat exchanger Stop valve for liquid line – Ø9.52 (3/8”) Air side heat exchanger...
  • Page 11 5.2 Name of Parts and Dimensional Data Enviroair 11-16kW Part name Part name Compressor Stop valve for gas line – Ø25.4 (1”) Water side heat exchanger Stop valve for liquid line – Ø9.52 (3/8”) Air side heat exchanger Safety valve Electrical box Expansion vessel 6L Fan (x2)

  • Page 12: Unit Installation

    Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 6. Unit Installation • Install the unit in a location where noise emitted by the unit CAUTION does not disturb neighbours. • Transport the products as close to the installation location • Cleaning liquid shall be collected after cleaning.
  • Page 13 (Unit: mm) Around sides are open Around sides are open with obstacles above 6.2 Place Provision Concrete foundation Description • Foundation shall be on a level surface and it is recommended Drain water to be 100-300 mm higher than ground level. Drain water place •...

  • Page 14: Refrigerant And Water Piping

    Firebird Installation & Operation Manual Fix the unit onto the wall as indicated in the figure (stay field supplied). 2 The foundation shall be strong enough to avoid any deformation and vibration. 3 In order to prevent vibration transfer to the building, place rubber material between the stay and the wall.

  • Page 15: Drain Piping

    • Cap the end of the pipe when pipe is to be inserted • It is advisable to insulate the water pipes, joints and through a wall hole. connections in order to avoid heat loss and dew condensation on the surface of the pipes or accidental •...
  • Page 16 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 8.2 Space Heating and DHW DANGER Do not connect the power supply to the unit prior to filling the space heating circuit (and DHW circuit if it were the case) with water and checking water pressure and the total absence of any water leakage.
  • Page 17 (3) will help to correctly recirculate the hot water to the DHWinlet. • 1 water check valve : this Firebird accessory (3) is connected after the recirculation water pump (4) in order to ensure the non-return of water. • 2 shut-down valves (field supplied) (5):...
  • Page 18 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 8.2.4 Requirements and recommendations for the hydraulic circuit • The maximum piping length depends on the maximum • When necessary, put insulation on the pipes in order pressure availability in the water outlet pipe. Please check to avoid heat losses.
  • Page 19 8.2.5 Water filling 8 If a little quantity of air is still remaining in the water circuit, Check that a water check valve with a shut-off valve (field it will be removed by the automatic air purger of the unit supplied) is connected to the water filling point (water inlet during the first hours of operation.
  • Page 20 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 8.3 Minimum Water Volume Description The following section shows how to calculate the minimum water While defrosting is taking place, the unit is not providing the heat volume in the system for product protection (anti-hunting) and required to cover the heat demand from the installation.
  • Page 21 8.4 Water Control It is necessary to analyse the quality of water by checking pH, electrical conductivity, ammonia ion content, sulphur content, and others. The following is the recommended standard water quality. Chilled water system Tendency Item Circulating water Supply water Corrosion Deposits of scales (20 C less than)

  • Page 22: Electrical And Control Settings

    0.30 NOTE The data corresponding to DHW tank heater is calculated in combination with the Firebird domestic hot water tank accessory. • The status of Harmonics for each model, regarding compliance with IEC 61000-3-2 and IEC 61000-3-12, is as follows:...
  • Page 23 9.2 Electrical Wiring Connection for Outdoor Units The electrical wiring connection for the outdoor unit is shown in figure below 9.2.1 Power and transmission wiring connection CAUTION Safety instructions • Use a dedicated power circuit for the unit. Do not use a power NOTE circuit shared with the outdoor unit or any other appliance.
  • Page 24 + GND NOTE The data corresponding to DHW tank heater is calculated in combination with the Firebird domestic hot water tank accessory. CAUTION • Ensure specifically that there is an Earth Leakage Breaker (ELB) installed for the units (outdoor unit).
  • Page 25 9.4 Optional Unit Wiring (Accessories) Summary of the terminal board connections Mark Part name Description Terminal board 2 (TB2) The H-LINK transmission has to be done between the unit and the terminals 1-2 of H-LINK commutation either outdoor unit, ATW-RTU-05 or any other central device H-LINK communication Terminals for the connection of the Enviroair unit controller for remote control switch...
  • Page 26 (*): Inputs and outputs explained in the table are the factory-set options. By means of the unit controller, some other inputs and outputs functions can be configured and used. Please contact Firebird for further information. 9.5 Setting of Dip Switches and RSW Switches 9.5.1 Setting of DIP switches for IPM-PCB...
  • Page 27 9.5.2 Setting of DIP switches for PCB1 (cont.) DSW4 / RSW1 Function of DIP switches and rotary switches NOTE DSW4 RSW1 • The mark “�” indicates the dip switches positions. Factory • No mark “�” indicates pin position is not affected. setting •...
  • Page 28 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 9.5.3 Location of DIP switches and rotary switches (cont.) DSW6: Not used Unit and installation pipes antifreeze protection Factory setting (do not change) Standard / ECO water pump operation DSW7: Additional setting 4 Electric heater or boiler...

  • Page 29: Commissioning

    10. Commissioning 10.1 Before Operation CAUTION • Supply electrical power to the system for approximately • Turn OFF the main switch when the system is to be stopped 12 hours before start-up after a long shut-off. Do not start for a long period of time: as the oil heater is always energised the system immediately after power supply, it may cause even when the compressor is not working, there will be compressor failure because the compressor is not well-heated.
  • Page 30 OK button. these condition is not performed and heating is performed by Initial start-up at low outdoor ambient temperatures Heat Pump. Firebird is not responsible for its operation. During commissioning and when water temperature is very low, CAUTION it is important for the water to be heated gradually.

  • Page 31: Unit Controller

    • When the test starts, the user controller will exit from the installer mode. • If “favourite action button” is pressed during test run, this function will be executed until the user presses the cancel option (this is not-limited by time). •...
  • Page 32 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 11.2 Main Screen Depending on the working mode of the user controller, the main screen is shown in a different way. When the user controller is working as a master unit controller, a comprehensive view with all the elements is shown, whereas when the user controller is working as a room thermostat (located in one of the controlled zones), the main screen appears with simplified information.
  • Page 33 11.3 Description of the Icons 11.3.1 Common icons 11.3.2 Icons for the comprehensive view Icon Name Values Explanation Icon Name Values Explanation This icon informs about pump Circuit I or II is in demand-OFF operation. There are three available pumps on Circuit I or II is on thermo-OFF Pump the system.
  • Page 34 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 11.4 Unit Controller Wizard Set-Up The wizard set-up has to be done from the main controller. • Select language required. • Use arrow keys to set correct time and date. • Press OK. • Press OK.
  • Page 35 • If this controller is also to be used as a thermostat, select • If you have two different temperature circuits Yes. (i.e. Radiators and Underfloor Heating) - select 2. • Otherwise select No. • If you only have one heating circuit - select 1. •...
  • Page 36 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual • Select No, if no swimming pool heating required. • Select No, if no boiler installed.* • Press OK. • Press OK. * If boiler installed, please refer to “14. Hybrid Systems”. • Select No, if Monovalent System •...
  • Page 37 This relates only to Firebird thermostats. If no Firebird thermostats are installed, select 0. Press OK. (You will then move to the last screen). If Firebird thermostats are installed. Select how many (1 or 2). Press OK. • Use arrows to select wired or wireless.
  • Page 38 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual To access Installer menu: Press and hold OK and return buttons together for 3 seconds. ‘Password’ will then appear on the screen. Press: Then press ‘OK’ Password correct will then appear. When installer menu is active the spanner symbol will appear: Below is a guide to navigate through the controller.
  • Page 39 Air Purge Procedure Activate Buffer / Pump after Buffer • Press Menu • Press Menu • Scroll to Commissioning – OK • System Configuration – OK • Air Purge Procedure – OK • Optional Functions – OK • Set duration – Up to 12 Hours •...
  • Page 40 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual Heating Timer DHW Timer • Push up arrow to highlight C1 – OK • Push right arrow to select DHW – OK • Select Timer – OK • Select Timer – OK. • Heating (Water) – OK If Simple Timer is selected: •...
  • Page 41 Summer Switch off – Heating • Press Menu • System Configuration – OK • Optional Functions - OK • Space Functions – OK • Heating Auto On/Off – OK • Change Status to Enabled • Choose the temperature you want to unit to stop – default is 22°C DHW –...

  • Page 42: Wireless Intelligent Room Thermostat

    • All use or modification of the equipment not anticipated by Firebird could lead to danger in using it. 12.4 RF Receiver Installation • Use only the cables and accessories supplied. Disconnect the main power from the system. To ensure your...
  • Page 43 12.4.2 Description of the parts 3 Mount the wiring plate to the wall or wallbox. NOTE The plugs and mounting screws required are supplied. 12.4.3 Technical data • Supply voltage: 230V / 50Hz (30mA) • Wattage: 7W (maximum) 4 Connect the RF Receiver wiring. •...
  • Page 44 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 12.5 Thermostat Installation Locate the thermostat 4 Mount directly to the wall. – Away from draughts The plugs and mounting screws required are supplied. – Away from heat sources – Away from direct sunlight – Positioned about 1.2m – 1.5m from the floor 5 Remove the protective tab between the batteries.
  • Page 45 12.6 Operation Instructions 2.6.1 RF Receiver Operation / Alarm LED Reset To reset the stored data in order to create a new binding in Green LED flashing Normal operation ASH000AWT press BIND button during 15 seconds. Red LED flashing Communication fault between (0.1s ON, 3s OFF) room thermostat and RF Receiver Red LED flashing quickly...
  • Page 46 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 12.6.2 Thermostat (cont.) ON / OFF Switch While this setting is flashing, touch the left touch zone briefly The temperature dial is used to turn the system ON and OFF. to display the minimum temperature limit. This can also be Turn the dial to the left until the displayed temperature is 10 °C...
  • Page 47 • If there is more than one Room Unit installed, as in multi-zone systems for example, and communications is lost with both • If there is a fault in communications between the Firebird Heat zones, then the red LED on the RF Receiver will flash once for Pump and RF Receiver, then the LED on the RF Receiver will 0.1 sec ON, and 0.9 sec OFF.

  • Page 48: Main Safety Devices

    Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 13. Main Safety Devices Compressor protection High Pressure Switch: This switch cuts out the operation of the compressor when the discharge pressure exceeds the setting. Fan motor protection When the thermistor temperature is reached to the setting, motor output is decreased.

  • Page 49: Hybrid Systems

    14. Hybrid Systems Enviroair air source heat pumps can be installed in conjunction with a traditional oil-fired or gas-fired boiler to create a hybrid 14.5 Configuration system (see hydraulic schematic and electrical configuration). Default Range Providing all design considerations have been followed, the heat pump/ boiler combination will provide system flexibility and Bivalent Point -5°C...
  • Page 50 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 14.6 Suggested Hydraulic Layout with Underfloor Circuit A – ASHP Controller B – DHW Thermistor C – Cct Thermistor D – Switch Live from underfloor E – Immersion Element F – DHW/CH 3 Way Vv G –...
  • Page 51 14.8 Suggested Hydraulic Layout with Radiator Circuit when DHW Supplied by a Combi Boiler A – ASHP Controller B – Cct Thermistor C – Circuit Zone Vv D – Boiler Zone Vv 14.9 Suggested Hydraulic Layout with Underfloor Heating Circuit when DHW Supplied by a Combi Boiler A –...

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Firebird Installation & Operation Manual 15. Troubleshooting Alarm codes for the outdoor and indoor units Alarm Retry Enviroair Origin Detail of Abnormality Main Factors Code stop* Transmission alarm Loose, disconnected, broken or short-circuited – Transmission (not outdoor unit detected) connector...
  • Page 53 Alarm Retry Enviroair Origin Detail of Abnormality Main Factors Code stop* Freeze Protection stop by indoor – Indoor liquid temperature thermistor Indoor - Unit No Opentherm / Hlink communication for – Receiver Communication failure Controller a continuous period of 10 minutes Indoor - Unit There is no communication for 1 hour with on or two –...
  • Page 54 Firebird Installation & Operation Manual Notes...
  • Page 56 Ireland This brochure was correct at the time of going to Plymouth PL7 5ET T: +353 (0)26 45253 print. However, Firebird’s policy is one of continuous development. The right is reserved to change T: 01752 691177 F: +353 (0)26 45309...

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