TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Starting the external unit ..............................................Power supply ....................................................Heat pump domestic hot water ..........................................Heat pump for central heating ............................................ Disposal ..........................................................Ventilation unit ..................................................... Heatpump ......................................................General information Introduction ........................................................General information prior to installation ......................................
Page 3
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN The CO2 sensor ..................................................Cooker hood and EM box ..............................................Other electrical connections ..............................................User selection 1 ..................................................User selection 2 ..................................................External room sensor ................................................. Fire protection ..................................................
Page 4
Central heating ...................................................... Failures and solutions central heating ......................................
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Safety Starting the external unit The external AIR unit is equipped with a compressor heater, which heats up the compressor prior to starting and in case of low outdoor temperatures. This facilitates start-up and extends the compressor’s service life.
Disposal Ventilation unit Nilan’s units consist mainly of recyclable materials. They must, therefore, not be mixed with household waste, but must be delivered to your local recycling center for disposal. Heatpump Concerning disposal of units with heat pumps, it is important to contact the local authorities for information about correct handling of these.
If you have questions regarding installation of the unit after having read the instructions, contact your nearest dealer of Nilan products. You can find Nilan dealers on www.nilan.dk/en-gb/frontpage/ download/dealers. The purpose of these instructions is to advice the installer on correct installation and maintenance of the unit.
Page 8
indoor air, providing good comfort for persons in the dwelling, even if the indoor temperature is high. Compact P is able both to provide cooling and produce domestic hot water, so it could be said that the cooling of the supply air is "free of charge". The energy-efficient and low-noise AIR air/water heat pump heats the home via floor heating or low- temperature radiators.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN The unit Compact P: AIR: Duct connections 20. 2 x 3 kW electrical central heating top-up elements Front panel for filter changes 21. 8 l expansion tank for central heating circuit...
The external unit 1. Evaporator element 2. Ventilator 3. Condensate drain with integrated heating cable 4. Heat pump 5. Connectors to internal unit (liquid) 6. Communication to internal unit and electrical connection...
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Overview of temperature sensors Temperature sensors in the unit Temperature sensors outside Temperature sensors in the hot the unit water tank T1: Outdoor air T7: Supply air after heating...
Dimensional drawing Internal unit: Connections: 1. Outdoor air 2. Supply air (inlet) 3. Extract air (outlet) 4. Discharge air Internal unit weight: 257 kg External unit weight: 125 kg All dimensions in mm External unit:...
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Pipe diagram 3/4" flow Buffer tank 3/4" return 1" flow 1" return External AIR unit Internal AIR unit 18. Connection 1" 28. Manometer 19. Flexible hose 1" 29. Safety valve 2.5 bar 20.
Accessories Electrical pre-heating element for frost protection In longer periods of sub-zero temperatures, the high-efficiency counterflow heat exchanger will ice up. To avoid icing, it is recommended that an electrical preheating element is mounted. The pre-heating element uses very little energy, but it ensures efficient heat recovery without de-icing.
To make it easy to service the unit in the future, we recommend that you fit a flexible connection between the unit and the duct system. Nilan's flexible sound damper absorbs sounds effectively from both the duct system and from roof stacks.
When lifting the units with the supplied straps, these must be at an angle of max. 45° from the vertical. Nilan also offers a lifting trolley, with which the unit can be lifted directly off the pallet and into the building. If the filter box is removed, the unit can be manoeuvred through an ordinary door.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Installing the external unit Installation transport of external unit The external AIR unit is supplied film-wrapped and fastened with straps to a transport pallet. If ground conditions allow, it is recommended that a lifting truck is used to move it.
Installing the external unit The external unit must always be installed on a firm, vertical and vibration-free surface and secured to some solid material if possible. Account must also be taken of the prevailing wind direction during the heating season, as the performance of the heat pump will be limited if the external unit is exposed to strong winds.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Fixing of external unit to substrate The outdoor unit is placed in a place with a lot of wind, e.g. on a roof, it is necessary to attach it to the substrate using the 6 pre-drilled holes in the bottom.
Condensate drain During operation, condensate will form in the external unit’s evaporator, and which has to be run off to a drain. From the evaporator condensation tray is mounted a 700mm hose which is led to the drain. The condensation drain must be insulated against frost, although a 1.5 m heating cable Ø25 / 4mm is included, which also helps to keep the condensation drain frost-free.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Electrical installation Safety ATTENTION All work must be carried out by qualified persons and in compliance with existing legislation and regulations. ATTENTION It is important that the power is off, if you do work to the electrical components of the unit.
User panel Touch panel At delivery of the unit, the Touch panel is integrated in the front, but can be moved out, it you want to place it in etc. the Kitchen or living room. ATTENTION An ordinary LAN cable must be used, not a crow over cable max 20 m. Do you want to crimp a RJ45 plug on to a cable, you must notice the following: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Placement of the Touch panel Below is shown how the touch panel can be moved out of the unit. The following page shows how to mount the wall bracket for the Touch panel.
Mounting the wall bracket The Touch panel can be mounted on the wall using the integral wall-bracket. 1. The wall bracket is fixed to the wall with two screws. 2.a. Insert the RJ45 plug into the wall bracket with the top of the plug aligned with the dotted line in the wall bracket, and with the RJ45 release tab facing away from the wall.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Electrical connection of the unit Safety ATTENTION All work must be carried out by qualified persons and in compliance with existing legislation and regulations. ATTENTION It is important that the power is off, if you do work to the electrical components of the unit.
Change from 400V to 230V The standard connection in the unit is 3x400V + N. In those countries or areas where this standard is not applicable, the unit can easily be switched to 3x230V. The terminal block can be found in the control for AIR. 3 x 400V + N 1.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Electrical connections accessories External electrical preheating element If Compact P has not been purchased in the Polar version with integral preheating element, there is an option for purchasing an external electrical preheating element for subsequent installation.
Electrical after-heating element For precision control of supply air temperature, a comfort heater is required. A comfort heater can be bought for installation in the supply duct (intake). The sensor and connection to the control unit are supplied. The RJ 45 connector is cut into the black cord by the shrink sleeve assembly and the cord is mounted in the board.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Water after-heating element If it is wished to control the supply air temperature, it will be necessary to fit a heating element. A water heating element can be purchased for fitting in the supply air duct (inlet air), and comes with the necessary sensor and connection to the unit.
Page 30
Electrical connection for 2-way valve 1. A 24V autotransformer is supplied and should be installed in a suitable position in the unit. ATTENTION The valve must not be connected to a 230V power supply. Wires are routed along the duct and pulled through the tulle on the top of the Compact P and routed down to the PCB, where they are mounted according to the electrical diagram.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN The CO sensor You can purchase a CO sensor as an accessory if you want to control the fan speed level in accordance with the CO level in the dwelling.
Page 32
7. Reinstall the counterflow heat exchanger. Remember to reinstall the T4 sensor. Run the wire from the CO sensor to the circuit board and connect it as shown below: The three wires are connected as follows: GND: Blue Out: Black 24V: Brown...
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Cooker hood and EM box There are several benefits from connecting the cooker hood to the home’s ventilation system. Firstly, there is full heat recovery of heat from cooking.
Other electrical connections User selection 1 It is possible to override the unit's functions via an external signal from a potential free contact The User selection function can be used for many purposes, e.g. in the case of a wood burning stove or open fire.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN User selection 2 As with User selection 1, it is also possible with User selection 2 to override the unit's functions via an external signal from a potential free contact. The difference is that by activating User selection 2, the control system also transmits an output signal.
External room sensor If the unit is not intended to be controlled on the basis of the ambient temperature measured by the exhaust air at T3, an external room sensor can be connected. The room sensor should be positioned in the room that should serve as reference for the entire house. Use NTC sensor (product number 23995).
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Common alarm If the unit is located in a place where access is poor or infrequent, and if the control panel is also located here, it may be hard to observe any alarms.
External underfloor heating control To avoid the heat pump producing heat when there is no need for it, it is advisable to connect the underfloor heating control on the telestats to AIR/GEO. A screw terminal is mounted on the connections panel for controlling heating/cooling. Remove the jumper on HEAT and COM and connect the signal from the underfloor heating control here.
The EHD damper is connected via relay 7 and set on the display menu item: Ventilation / Frost protection or de-icing / Frost protection. ATTENTION Damper, geothermal pipe and roof vent are not supplied by Nilan. ATTENTION When using a geothermal pipe, the "Low ventilation a low outdoor temperature" feature cannot...
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Active cooling function The AIR unit has a reversible cold circuit, which means that it can be used to actively cool the home, using either the floor heating system or fan coils.
Plumbing installation Condensate drain, internal unit Important information Compact P is supplied with a reinforced 20 mm condensation drain pipe with built-in water lock. ATTENTION Run the condensate drain to the nearest drain, allowing an even fall of at least 1 cm per m. The overflow from the safety valve for domestic cold water must likewise be led to a visible drain.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Hot water tank Connections overview View from below Anti-scald device: VV from water heater KV to water heater Mixing Front of the unit Thermostat 38°C to 65°C Shut-off valve 9 BAR.
All work must be carried out by qualified persons and in compliance with existing legislation and regulations. Nilan's hot water containers have a passivation that protects the tank from corrosion, which ensures a long life. The efficient foam insulation protects against unnecessary heat loss.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Central heating Water connection overview, internal unit Front Front Feed to central heating, 3/4" Return from central heating, 3/4" Feed from external unit (hot), 1" Return to external unit (cold), 1"...
Connections list, external unit Condensate drain Hole for connections View from below 1. Supply flow to internal unit (hot), fitted with 1" flexible hose 2. Return from internal unit (cold), fitted with 1" flexible hose TRUE FALSE...
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Insulation of hoses from the outdoor unit It is important that the brine hoses between the indoor part and the outdoor part are well insulated, according to current standards. This is done to avoid heat loss and to achieve good operation.
Supply flow Return flow 1. Water heating element 2. Actuator and regulation valve: Danfoss AME 140/24V 0-10V signal, 2-way valve VZ2 Kv0.4 (Nilan supplies this) the Kvs value MUST be checked against the power supply. Differential pressure: 0.1-0.6 bar. With a supply flow temperature of 60°C and at maximum heat output the temperature is estimated to fall with 20°C through the heating element.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN IMPORTANT regarding Danfoss Actuator type AME 140: Reinstallation of the actuator MUST be done in the following manner: 1. Disconnect the power supply and remove the cover from the actuator.
Connecting to SHW hot water tank If the demand for domestic hot water is so great that the Compact P unit's heat pump cannot cope, the AIR unit can be connected to the DHW tank’s solar coil to help heat up the domestic hot water. AIR front AIR bottom DHW tank bottom...
Nilan offers flexible Sound Flex tubes that provide a flexible connection between the unit and the duct system, but also reduce the sound transmission from the unit to the duct system.
Extract air Install exhaust air valves in rooms that generate humidity. Place them strategically where they can extract humidity most effectively. Rooms that generate humidity: • Bathroom • Lavatory • Kitchen • Utility room Supply air Install supply air valves in living areas. Place them strategically so they cause minimum discomfort. It is, for instance, not recommended that you install supply air valves in areas where people are inactive, as the supply air may be experienced as draughty.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Initial regulation Important information ATTENTION To ensure the ventilation system operates optimally, it is important that it is balanced correctly. We recommend that experts do this. It is important to measure the total supply air and the total extract air. The system must have a minimum vacuum, which means it must draw out more air than it blows in.
Startup Central heating Filling with water ATTENTION Before starting the heat pump and the circulation pumps, the central heating circuit connected to the external unit must first be filled with water Fill the central heating circuit with water via the feed cock until the correct water pressure is obtained. It is important that all circuits in the central heating system are open during filling.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Troubleshooting Emergency operation Emergency operation domestic hot water If an error occurs in the controller or components in the Compact P, and the unit therefore stops, it will not be able to produce domestic hot water.
Emergency operation central heating If an error occurs in the controller or components in the AIR air/water heat pump, and the heat pump therefore stops, it will not be able to heat up the house by the central heating. If the installer is not able to come right away or the error happens outside the opening hours, and you therefore cannot contact the installer, there is a possibility to heat up the house by setting the heat pump into emergency mode.
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN Domestic hot water Errors and solutions domestic hot water Problem Possible cause Solution The unit produces insufficient domestic hot water The filters may be blocked so that insufficient air Change the filters and, if necessary, change the is reaching the unit.
Page 59
Compact P / Compact P Polar - AIR "RS" (English) BY NILAN...
Page 60
United Kingdom: S L Services 25 St Leonards Road, Horsham RH13 6EH West Sussex Tlf. +44 (0) 7919 444452 stuart315@aol.com www.nilanuk.com Ireland: Nilan Ireland Ballylahive, Abbeydorney Tlf. +353 (0) 87 9798361 maurice@nilan.ie www.nilanireland.ie Nilan A/S Nilanvej 2 DK-8722 Hedensted Tlf.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the CTS700-TOUCH and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers