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Grant Aerona³ Air to Water High Efficiency Heat Pump Range Installation and Servicing Instructions IRL| DOC 0017| REV 00.00| FEBRUARY 2021...
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This manual is accurate at the date of printing but will be superseded and should be disregarded if specifications and/or appearances are changed in the interests of continued product improvement. However, no respon- sibility of any kind for any injury, death, loss, damage or delay however caused resulting from the use of this manual can be accepted by Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, the author or others involved in its publication.
CONTENTS Introduction Commissioning General System Setup Main Components Setting the Day and Time Planning Permission Access for Parameter Settings Important Advice Accessing the Parameter Setting Menu Product Contents (User level) Installation Accessories Accessing the Parameter Setting Menu Control Parameters (Installer level) Heat Pump Components Temperature Control - DHW function Parameters Input/Output...
If you are in any doubt, please stop and seek advice from a qualified heating engineer or from Grant IRL. Please note that Grant IRL will not be able to offer specific advice about your system unless we designed it. In this case, we will always refer you to seek the advice of a qualified system designer.
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1.8 Heat Pump Components Pressure relief valve Auto-air vent Terminal PCB Main PCB Terminal block Compressor Pump Wiring lid Wiring cover Air outlet Screw Figure 1-1: Main components (external) - 6kW Figure 1-4: Main components (internal) - 6kW Air inlet is located in the left and rear of the unit Auto-air vent Terminal PCB Main PCB...
TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 13.6 18.0 11.4 15.3 3.47 3.72 3.56 Power supply 3.76 4.86 Mechanical protection Compressor DC twin rotary - inverter driven Refrigerant i n i t i l 20.22 32.16 40.68 50.88 11.34 19.26 40.62 27.90 50.6 t i l A+++ A+++...
2.4 Heat Pump Dimensions Circulating water 37.4 37.44 return port R3/4(20A) 5 . 2 5 . 2 Circulating water outgoing port flow port Figure 2-3: HPID6R32 dimensions 75 70 Circulating water flow port R1(25A) R1(25A) Circulating water return port Figure 2-4: HPID10R32 dimensions Circulating water flow port 1000...
The internal design temperature can be between 18-22°C depending installation manual. on the room concerned. • The Grant Aerona³ heat pump should only be installed by a competent The heat pump operates at lower water temperatures than an oil or gas person. fired appliance.
3.3 Regulations 3.4.2 Noise Level Installation of a Grant Aerona³ heat pump must be in accordance with the All heat pumps make a noise. Discuss the potential nuisance factor with the following recommendations: end-user when considering the final position of the heat pump. Take opening •...
The presence of solid particles in the water can obstruct the heat exchanger. Therefore, protect the heat exchanger using a magnetic filter such as a Grant Mag-One, fitted internally. After system assembly flush and clean the whole system, paying particular attention to the state of the filter.
It will have only two connections, one inlet and one outlet, and it must be fitted in the return to the heat pump. Refer to Figure 3-4. A ‘Volumiser’ tank will be required for the Grant Aerona³ HPID13 & 17 (13 & 17kW) heat pump when: •...
It is the responsibility of the system designer, not Grant IRL, to determine the necessary components for and configuration of the particular system being designed including any additional equipment and safety devices to ensure compliance with building and safety code requirements.
Replace the wiring cover and secure in place with the screws provided. X400, or Fernox Restorer. Terminal PCB After flushing, a suitable thermal fluid should be used (such as Grant DIP SW. position heat pump glycol) specifically designed for use in air source heat pump installations.
3.12 Installation Checklist Set the parameter group number to 43 using the Down button. Location and positioning Press the buttons and the second two digits (the parameter code) • will blink. The vibration damping feet/shoes are fitted (if supplied) • The heat pump is fixed to the surface or mountings that it rests on Set the parameter code number to 00 using the Down...
3.12 Installation Checklist Client name: Installation address: Heat pump model: Installer: Merchant: Heat pump mounting Is the outdoor unit mounted allowing correct distances from adjacent boundaries Is the outdoor unit correctly installed on the anti-vibration mounts - feet or arms Is the outdoor unit mounted level on concrete base Has condensate drain been connected to soakaway Plumbing works...
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Has correct size cable been ran from board to immersion Has time boost kit been wired into immersion supply Has cylinder stat been fitted and wired back to Grant wiring centre Are all connections been correctly made in Grant wiring centre...
Figure 4-1: Sealed System heating components Table 4-2: Sealed System heating components key All Grant Aerona³ heat pumps must be used with sealed systems complying Description with the requirements of BS EN 12828, BS EN 12831 and BS EN 14336.
Pressure Gauge Open the fill point valve. The pressure gauge must have an operating range of 0 to 4 bar. Gradually open the double check valve from the water supply until It must be located in an accessible place next to the filling loop for the system. water is heard to flow.
If the motorised valve for space heating is open during DHW demand, the 55°C flow temperature will also enter the space heating circuit, increasing the recovery time of the cylinder. By using the Grant wiring centre, the demand to space heating circuits is not activated when the DHW demand is present.
For protection against Legionella the temperature can be periodically raised immersion element can be programmed to operate for the required period on to 60°C using the Grant Automatic DHW Boost Kit 2, available from Grant either a daily or weekly basis.
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5.4.2 Setting The hot water controls must be ‘calling’ for this To set the timeswitch use the following procedure: switch to bring the immersion on. To set the time and day: Press and hold down the ‘clock’ button throughout the ‘time and day’ setting process.
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TIMER OFF ON LCD display Day button Hours adjust button Timer Timer button Minutes adjust button Clock button Override button Figure 5-3: Boost kit timeswitch IMMERSION HEATER SWITCH IMMERSION HEATER Figure 5-4: Boost kit wiring diagram Section 5: Domestic Hot Water Page 23...
ELECTRICAL 6.1 Main PCB Electric shock may cause serious personal injury or death. All electrical work must be undertaken by a competent person. Failure to observe this WARNING legislation could result in an unsafe installation and will invalidate all guarantees. All electrical connections made on-site are solely the responsibility of the installer.
Cylinder Stat 10 mm 30 mm Live & Neutral – linked from L&N on Grant wiring centre – 2 x 1.5mm2 Stripped wire :10mm Load & Common – 2 x 1mm2 from wiring centre to cylinder stat. Note: If using pre plumbed cylinder, the cylinder wiring is already done.
It is important that the cable is stripped back 10mm. If shorter, it is possible to clamp down onto the insulation. CAUTION If longer, a short circuit may occur. 6.5 Tightening Torques When using crimp type terminals, tighten the terminal screws to the specified torques, other- wise, overheating may occur and possibly cause extensive damage inside the heat pump.
It is the responsibility of the system designer, not Grant IRL, to determine the necessary components for and confi guration of the particular system being designed including any additional equipment and safety devices to ensure compliance with building and safety code requirements.
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230VAC Main supply Section 6: Electrical Page 31...
DISPLAY PAD 7.1 Display Pad Fix the mounting plate to the wall. When the wiring is hidden The display pad is used to: Before starting the display pad installation, pass the • switch the heat pump on and off wiring conduit through the inside of the wall (refer to Figure 7-2). •...
7.4 Connecting the display pad to the Heat Pump For the Grant Preplumbed and Intergrated units, display pad is pre-fitted. Remote controller Remote controller Terminal PCB Remote Controller Shielded cable Figure 7-6: Connecting the display pad to the heat pump An 8 metre cable is supplied with the heat pump.
7.5 Buttons Door open Figure 7-8: Display pad (buttons) Table 7-9: Display pad (buttons) Button name Description Push and hold the button for 3 seconds to turn ON and turn OFF the heat pump. ON/OFF The green LED on the ON/OFF button is lit when the heat pump is ON. The red LED on the ON/OFF button blinks when an error alarm on the heat pump occurs.
7.6 Display Panel For guidance on the operation and setting of the remote controller, refer to Section 9 (Commissioning). Table 7-11: Back light display Back light display Door of display pad open Door of display pad closed Door of display pad open but no operation of buttons for 60 seconds To adjust the back light operation, refer to Section 9.8.
OPERATION 8.1 Heat Pump Operation the compressor is turned OFF, or when the conditions below are met, the compressor shall be turned ON. The heat pump control is based on: Outgoing water temperature (measured by outgoing water temperature However, the compressor is not turned ON during 3 minutes OFF-ON waiting sensor on heat pump) time.
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Based on Water Temperature Heating mode Heat pump Maximum Compressor (Hz) minimum set temp. + 1 Water set temp. (°C) set temp. - 1 set temp. - Hysteresis Comp. OFF → ON Comp. OFF Water temperature is stable Heating ON set point + 1°C ×...
8.2 Weather Compensation 8.2.3 Fixed Set Point 8.2.1 Water Temperature Control Point The heat pump is supplied with parameter 2100 set to a default setting of 1 The water temperature control point is based on a variable set point (Climatic curve operation). calculated automatically using climatic (weather compensation) curves as For the heat pump to operate based on a fixed outgoing water set point described below.
8.3 Water Pump Management The interval between one detect cycle and the next is set by a parameter. 8.3.1 Main water pump Refer to Figure 8-6 (detect cycle). Fundamentally, the ON/OFF of the main water pump links to ON/OFF of 8.3.4 Warm Weather Operation the compressor, but the setting ON/OFF of the pump during compressor OFF states, due to reaching the room set point shall be set in the following...
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8.3.5 Unblock pump function When the heat pump is stopped for more than 48 hours (parameter 421 1), the water pump turns ON for 5 seconds (parameter 4212) to prevent seizing up and increases the life time of the pump. In the case of the main pump and the additional pump, the down time after the previous operation stop is counted individually.
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8.3.7 Additional water pump HPID6 Parameter 5148 can be utilised to use an additional water pump. Parameter 4220 can be used to set the desired type of pump operation as follows: Level3 Depending on main water pump setting Level2 Depending on main water pump setting but always OFF when DHW mode is activated Always ON apart from if any alarms are active or if the heat pump is in Level1...
8.4 Frost Protection 8.4.3 Frost Protection based on Room Air Temperature Frost protection can be activated when the heat pump is in OFF mode. This frost protection function is always active, even when the heat pump is not operating (but the mains supply is switched on). This is based on either: The water pump is activated if the room air temperature (measured by the heat •...
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Table 8-15: Frost protection parameters Parameter Display and input value Level Function description Remarks Group Code Default Min. Max. Unit Start temperature of frost protection on room air temperature 14.0 40.0 0.5°C Hysteresis of room air temperature of frost protection 0.5°C Start temperature of Frost protection on Outdoor air temperature 10.0...
8.5 ON/OFF DHW Production Remote Contact The heat pump operation for DHW production is controlled from a remote contact, e.g. a cylinder thermostat or motorised valve switch. The remote ON/OFF DHW contact is enabled by parameter 51 19. Refer to Table 8-20. The DHW mode cannot be controlled automatically by the remote controller.
8.6 ON/OFF Heating Remote Contact The heat pump operation for heating is controlled from a remote contact, e.g. an external programmer, motorised valves and/or a room thermostat. The ON/OFF heating contact is enabled by parameter 5120. Refer to Table 8-22. The heating operation cannot be automatically controlled by the remote controller.
8.7 Night Mode If there is a need to reduce the electricity consumption or noise produced by the compressor, e.g. in night-time operation, it is possible to activate the night mode function using an external contact, e.g. a timeswitch (with volt free contacts) connected between terminals 28-29 on the PCB terminal.
8.8 Low Tariff The purpose of this function is to heat any thermal stores and DHW cylinders at a time when electricity rates are inexpensive. This can be achieved by using an external contact, e.g. a timeswitch (with volt free contacts) connected between terminals 30-31 on the PCB terminal. To enable these terminals, parameter 5130 must be set to 1.
COMMISSIONING 9.1 System Setup The numbers in Figure 9-1 will be used for the system setup in this section. Door open Figure 9-1: Remote controller buttons 9.1.1 Turning the Heat Pump On and Off Press ON/OFF switch for three seconds to turn the heat pump on or off. The green LED of ON/OFF switch is lit when the system is ON.
9.3 Access for Parameter Settings follows: The parameters are accessed and set using the remote controller. Press the Menu and the – buttons on the remote controller simultaneously for three seconds to enter the installer level. There are two levels of access for parameter settings. Press and hold the low tariff/night mode (key lock) button for ten...
9.7 Parameters Input/Output The following parameter settings must be checked on commissioning. Table 9-2: Parameters input/output Parameter Display and input value Level Function description Remarks Group Code Default Min. Max. Unit Terminal 19-18 : DHW remote contact 0=disable (Remote controller only) 1=enable ON/OFF by Terminal 20-21 : ON/OFF remote contact (CH)
9.9 Weather Compensation The water pump is supplied factory set to maximum output (level 3), i.e. with both DIP SW5 and DIP SW6 in the OFF position (down position). Refer to During commissioning, the four climatic curve parameters MUST be checked Figure 8-9.
10 SERVICING 10.4 Heating System Connections 10.1 General Grant Aerona³ Heat Pumps require only the minimum of routine servicing and Check the condition of the flexible hoses. Replace if damaged or leaking. maintenance. This should be carried out by a trained and compentent person, who should 10.5 Heat Pump Controls...
10.7 Monitor Display Function The heat pump operating conditions, as listed in Table 10-3, can be displayed and checked on either the remote controller or Terminal PCB. Door open Figure 10-1: Remote controller buttons Display on Remote controller → Press Return button for three seconds to enter monitor mode and Pump SW.
11 FAULT FINDING 11.1 Error Code Display In the event that a fault is detected, a red LED on the ON/OFF switch of the remote controller will flash and a warning icon and error code will be displayed on LCD screen and also on the Terminal PCB display. Remote controller Terminal PCB LED(red)
11.4 Error Codes Error Figure/ Error Error Method of check Troubleshooting code table reset Power supply Check the power supply Confirm the power supply Fuse CF1 HPID6: 250V 15A Check the electric continuity of Fuse CF1 by If CF1 is blown, Main PCB should be HPID10: 250V 25A tester replaced...
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Error Figure/ Error Error Method of check Troubleshooting code table reset Ensure the installation position to avoid Unreasonable Check the place of installation (blockage of blockage of air inlet & outlet operation under/ air inlet & outlet ) If excess gas is observed, collect all refrigerant overload Check the excess gas once, then recharge with prescribed mass...
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Error Figure/ Error Error Method of check Troubleshooting code table reset Turn off the power supply, wait for about 3 minutes, then power up again If the same error code appears, Power Main PCB error Main PCB Main PCB should be replaced Check loose cable connections and contacts of reactor Outgoing water...
11.5 Table of Controller PCB and Terminal PCB Alarms Error Figure/ Error Error Method of check Troubleshooting code table reset PCB(Controller) and PCB(Controller) and PCB(EEPROM) should Power EEPROM error PCB(EEPROM) be replaced DHW temperature Sensor, temperature Figure Check the resistance by tester If the sensor is faulty, it should be replaced sensor error DHW tank...
11.6 Error Codes and PCB Alarm Figures and Tables HPID13R32 & HPID17R32 HPID6R32 & HPID10R32 [HPID6 and HPID10] [HPID16] Fuse CF1 (250V T30A) Fuse CF3 (250V 3A) Main Main 0Ω Fuse CF4 Fuse CF1 (250V 3A) HPID6 : 250V 15A HPID6R32 HPID10 : 250V 25A Fuse CF3...
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Figure 11-6: Voltage of pump on the Main PCB Humidity Sensor Take off the connector and check the resistance 4way valve coil. [HPID16] HPID6R32 & HPID10R32 HPID13&17R32 [HPID6 and HPID10] Main 4way valve coil 0.147~9.80V (PCB Main 4-way valve coil Figure 11-7: Resistance of the 4way valve coil Figure 11-11: Voltage of humidity sensor [HPID16]...
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Table 11-12: Sensor, temperature outdoor (heat pump) Table 11-15: Sensor, temperature flow and return circulating water (heat pump) Temperature (°C) Resistance (kΩ) Temperature (°C) Resistance (kΩ) Table 11-16: Sensor, temperature outdoor (Terminal PCB) Temperature (°C) Resistance (kΩ) Table 11-13: Sensor, temperature discharge (heat pump) Temperature (°C) Resistance (kΩ) Table 11-14: Sensor, temperature defrost/suction (heat pump)
12.2 Spare Parts List - HPID6R32 Item Description Product code Item Description Product code Quick fastener (for sensor temperature water) HPID883848 Outlet grille HPID887480 Quick fastener (12.7) HPID790706 Front panel assembly HPID887520 Hose band A HPID937221 Right side panel HPID885286 Hose band B HPID927535 Left side panel assembly...
The Manufacturer declares that the following Products conform to the requirements of EU Directives, Regulations and Harmonized Standards as below stated. The Technical Construction Files are retained at the following Manufacturer’s location. Product: Air to Water Heat Pump Model: Grant Aerona³ HPID6R32 Grant Aerona³ HPID10R32 Grant Aerona³ HPID13R32 Grant Aerona³ HPID17R32 Low Voltage Directive:...
General Recycling Grant IRL air source heat pumps incorporate components manufactured from In order for the heat pump to be recycled or disposed of it must be taken a variety of different materials. However, most of these materials cannot be to a suitably licensed waste facility.
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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Contact Details: Grant Engineering (Ireland) ULC, Barrack Street, Crinkle, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 D788, Ireland (*) For heat pumps space heaters and heat pump combination heaters, the rated heat output Prated is equal to the design load for heating Pdesignh, and the rated heat output of a supplementary heater Psup is equal to the supplementary capacity for heating sup(Tj).
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17 GUARANTEE During the five year guarantee period no charge for parts or labour will You are now the proud owner of an Air Source Heat Pump from Grant Engineering (IRL) ULC which has been designed to give years of reliable, be made, provided that the air source heat pump has been installed and trouble free, operation.
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As measured by gauss. The Mag-One magnetic filter has a Gauss IMPORTANT measurement of 12000. It is mandatory for a Grant Mag-One in-line magnetic filter/s (or equivalent) is fitted in the heating system pipework. This should be installed and regularly serviced in accordance with the filter manufacturer’s instructions.
APPENDIX A PARAMETERS LIST Backlight display paramters Parameter Display and input value Level Function description Remarks Group Code Default Min. Max. Unit Back light display at door open 0=OFF 1=ON Time to turn off the back light display 10 sec Time to back to normal display screen 10 sec Water temperature set points...
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Type of operation of additional water pump 0=disable 1=depending on main water pump setting 2=depending on main water pump setting but always OFF when the DHW mode is activated 3=always ON, apart from if any alarms are activated or if the heat pump is in OFF mode Frost protection Parameter...
APPENDIX C COMMISSIONING- PARAMETERS RECORD This section enables the installer/commissioning engineer to record details of any parameters that may have changed during commissioning. Refer to Appendix A for full details of parameter settings. Parameter Value set on Level Function description Default commissioning Group...
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