Titon WCME100 User Manual

Titon WCME100 User Manual

Energy–saving extract unit

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Energy–Saving Extract Unit
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  • Page 1 WCME100 Energy–Saving Extract Unit User Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Section Page Number Introduction Ventilation is vital Humidity in the home How the system works System components System components diagram Maintenance & cleaning Instructions for the Installer/Technician Wiring diagram Setting up the system Adjusting the unit Maintenance/Servicing the system Safety Warranty...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    It is important that you read this these requirements. One such User Manual thoroughly before device is the Titon WCME100. using this ventilation system in your home. A Titon WCME100 has been installed in your home. In this User...
  • Page 6: Ventilation Is Vital

    Ventilation is vital Construction methods in the volume of air in the home was past resulted in many places in ventilated two to four times per the home where air could “leak” hour. This meant that a lot of through, for example, through energy was lost in heating that air, gaps between the walls and floor but the ventilation was excellent.
  • Page 7 health problems for the occupants. “Improper use” of the ventilation system by the occupant, in combination with the high level of insulation of modern buildings, allows humidity and dampness to build up.
  • Page 8: Humidity In The Home

    Humidity in the home Humidity levels within the home chemicals contain harmful can become so high that health, substances (volatile organic damp and mould problems can compounds) that can have negative arise. A family of four can produce effects on health. This is why between 14 and 20 litres of water excessive water vapour and odours vapour per day through breathing,...
  • Page 9: How The System Works

    How the system works This ventilation system is installed Very little energy is used when the to run continuously, even when system is in operation, due to the the house is unoccupied. The use of a direct current (DC) motor. performance of the system is linked directly to the layout and DO NOT switch the unit off, as this...
  • Page 10 The extractor unit ventilates the home through extract diffusers fitted in the kitchen, bathroom and WC. These are connected to the central extractor fan by extract ducting. To ensure there is a good distribution of fresh air, air is extracted from those rooms through the extractor diffusers, while fresh air from outside enters the home through openings (such...
  • Page 11: System Components

    System components The Titon WCME100 ventilation system in your home consists of the following parts: • WCME100 extractor unit. • Extract ducting. • Exhaust duct. • Extract diffusers. (See diagram over page).
  • Page 12: System Components Diagram

    System components diagram...
  • Page 13: Maintenance & Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning Technical maintenance of the parts remain in motion after the Titon WCME100 is not necessary. unit is electrically isolated (remove However, the unit will need to fuse to ensure unit cannot be be cleaned once every three...
  • Page 14 To see if the extractor unit is dirty, A little dust makes hardly follow these steps: any difference to the fan’s performance. If the layer of dust 1. Electrically isolate the unit. and dirt is more than 1mm thick on (Remove fuse to ensure unit cannot the inside of the blades, the fan be accidentally switched back on...
  • Page 15 • Replace the blue duct covers to This can result in your bathroom close the inlets. remaining damp too long, your • Reconnect the unit to the WC becoming very cold, or your electricity supply. kitchen smelling stale. Therefore the extract diffusers must be The extract diffusers in your placed back in their original home should be cleaned regularly.
  • Page 16: Instructions For The Installer/Technician

    Instructions for the Installer/Technician The unit can be mounted on the prevent leakage of air and ensure wall or ceiling using the mounting that maximum capacity is used. brackets provided. The unit has five air connections. The nozzle on the unit (1) is the outlet connection for air extracted and blown outside.
  • Page 17: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring diagram Please refer to specific wiring instructions for ‘RF’ option. Speed Settings Black wire Boost Grey wire Continuous...
  • Page 18: Setting Up The System

    Setting up the system Connect all ducting to the unit and when one diffuser is adjusted it will cover any inlets which are not in affect the other diffusers’ extract use. rate. Using the Continuous (low speed) If the required rates are not setting, ensure the extract obtained though the extract diffusers located in the kitchen,...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Unit

    Adjusting the unit If the unit is not giving the correct flow rates, it may be adjusted to suit the requirements as follows: 1. Electrically isolate the unit (remove fuse to ensure unit cannot be accidentally switched back on Diagram showing removal of cover again).
  • Page 20 level potentiometer, see diagram. All adjustments must be made within the first hour of operation. After this time, the unit will need to be switched off for 2 minutes and turned back on before making further adjustments. Location of potentiometers 3.
  • Page 21: Maintenance/Servicing The System

    Before doing this, you must make sure that the unit is The Titon WCME100 is modular and electrically isolated (remove fuse to has several different components. ensure unit cannot be accidentally This makes the system more switched back on again).
  • Page 22 The housing of the Titon WCME100 The Titon WCME100 contains is constructed to allow easy rotating mechanical parts. These replacement of the parts, which parts remain in motion after the makes maintenance and cleaning unit is electrically isolated. Wait at very simple.
  • Page 23 To permit maintenance, the unit’s front cover can be removed with a screwdriver. Insert the screwdriver horizontally in the space provided on the top left and press open the cover. You can then remove the cover by hand. Diagram showing removal of cover...
  • Page 24: Safety

    Safety IMPORTANT: READ THESE • Relative humidity above 90%. INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE • Possible obstructions which COMMENCING THE INSTALLATION. would hinder the access or removal of the unit. DO NOT install this product in • Sudden ductwork bends or areas where the following may be transformations close to the unit.
  • Page 25 • The unit should only be used in installed by a suitably qualified conjunction with the appropriate technician/electrician. Titon products. • The unit should be provided with • When the unit is used to remove a local double pole isolator switch.
  • Page 26: Warranty

    Warranty Titon gives a three-year warranty It does not cover: on the Titon WCME100 ventilation • Reimbursement of costs incurred unit starting from the date by third parties. of installation. The installer/ • Faults or damage that are, in our...
  • Page 27 Before returning defective parts, the technician must call Titon. The technician will be given a return number. The defective part must be sent together with the return number Titon, International House, Peartree Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0JL Tel: +44 (0) 1206 713800 Fax: +44 (0) 1206 543126 Email: enquiries@titon.co.uk...
  • Page 28 Installed by: Date of installation: MARKETING DIVISION International House, Peartree Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0JL Tel: +44 (0) 1206 713800 Fax: +44 (0) 1206 543126 Email: enquiries@titon.co.uk Web: www.titon.com BM 802 Iss 01...

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