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INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL
Steam humidifier
Condair RH
Humidification and Evaporative Cooling

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Steam humidifier Condair RH Humidification and Evaporative Cooling...
  • Page 2 Condair Group AG, except to the extent required for installation or service of recipient's equipment. Liability Notice Condair Group AG does not accept any liability due to incorrect installation or operation of the equipment or due to the use of parts/components/equipment that are not authorised by Condair Group AG.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connection of the maximum humidistat "B1" and the optional air flow monitor "B2" to the external safety loop 5.5.3.2 Connection of the humidity sensor (A1) 5.5.3.3 Connecting the voltage supply to the Condair RH 3.6 Checking the installation of the Condair RH steam humidifier Contents...
  • Page 4 Removal of the steam cylinder 7.4.1.2 Installation of the steam cylinder 7.4.2 Removal and installation of the components of the Condair RH for maintenance 7.4.2.1 Removal and installation of the cover of the internal water system 7.4.2.2 Removal and installation of the drain valve 7.4.2.3...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    To the very beginning We thank you for having purchased a Condair RH steam humidifier. The Condair RH steam humidifier incorporates the latest technical ad van ces and meets all recognized safety standards. Nevertheless, improper use of the Condair RH steam humidifier may result in danger to the user or third parties and/or damage to property.
  • Page 6 If the steam humidification system changes hands, the documentation must be passed on to the new operator. If the installation and operation manual gets misplaced, please contact your Condair representative. Language versions This installation and operation manual is available in other languages. Please contact your Condair representative for information. Introduction...

  • Page 7: For Your Safety

    The Condair RH can be used by children aged 8 years and over and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the device and understand the resulting dangers.
  • Page 8 (switch off the unit, disconnect it from the mains and stop the water supply) and secure the unit against inadvertent power-up. DANGER! Danger of electric hazard! If the main cable of the Condair RH is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, his customer maintenance or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazards. WARNING! Hot water vapour - Danger of scalding! The Condair RH produces hot water vapour.
  • Page 9 Preventing unsafe operation All persons working with the Condair RH must report any alterations to the unit that may affect safety to the owner without delay, to shut down the Condair RH and to secure it against accidental power-up. Prohibited modifications to the unit No modifications must be undertaken on the Condair RH without the express written consent of Condair.

  • Page 10: Checking The Delivery / Storage And Transport

    Check packing slip to ensure all parts has been delivered. All material shortages are to be reported to your Condair supplier within 48 hours after receipt of the goods. Condair Group AG assumes no responsibility for any material shortages beyond this period.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    The identification of the unit is found on the specification label (for the location of the specification label, see unit overview): Production Type designation Serial number (7 digits) Month/Year Condair Ltd. 2740 Fenton Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1T3T7, Canada Heating voltage Type: RH-EU 1.8kg/h Serial-No: XXXXXXX 04/2020 Heating voltage: 230V1~/50-60Hz El.

  • Page 12: Construction Of The Condair Rh Steam Humidifier

    15 On/Off switch Water fill hose 16 Driver board Steam cylinder sealing 17 Steam connection unit Steam cylinder 18 Steam outlet connection Drain pan 19 Fill cup 10 Water inlet valve Fig. 1: Construction of the Condair RH steam humidifier Product overview...

  • Page 13: Functional Description

    The Condair RH steam humidifier is an atmospheric steam generator. It operates on the electrode heat- ing principle and is designed for duct air humidification via the Condair VS, Condair DS or Condair DV steam distribution unit in a residential heat recovery ventilation system (HRV).

  • Page 14: System Overviews

    2...6 bar 4...30 °C Condensate hose KS10 125 -1250 µS/cm (ø8/ø12 mm) The Condair RH 3.6 is supplied without a mains Open funnel with trap cable and must be connected to the mains via an (by others) electrical isolator. Fig. 2: System overview Condair RH-VS (Example)

  • Page 15: System Overview Condair Rh-Ds

    4...30 °C 125 -1250 µS/cm Open funnel with trap (by others) The Condair RH 3.6 is supplied without a mains cable and must be connected to the mains via an electrical isolator. Fig. 3: System overview Condair RH-DS (Example) Product overview...

  • Page 16: System Overview Condair Rh-Dv

    4...30 °C 125 -1250 µS/cm Open funnel with trap (by others) The Condair RH 3.6 is supplied without a mains cable and must be connected to the mains via an electrical isolator. Fig. 4: System overview Condair RH-DV (Example) Product overview...

  • Page 17: Accessories

    Accessories Accessory unit mounting Condair RH RH 1.8 RH 3.6 Ceiling bracket RH Accessory for water installation Condair RH RH 1.8 RH 3.6 Filter valve 1x Z261 Accessory steam installation Condair RH RH 1.8 RH 3.6 Steam hose DS22 Insulation hose for steam hose...

  • Page 18: Installation

    DANGER! Danger of electric shock If the Condair RH is opened, live parts can be touched, which can lead to serious injuries or death. Prevention: Before starting any work on the Condair RH, make sure that the unit is disconnected from the power supply, the water supply is closed and that the unit is secured against inadvertent starting up.

  • Page 19: Placement And Installation Of The Steam Humidifier

    Placement and installation of the steam humidifier 5.2.1 Placement of the steam humidifier Minimum clearances, unit dimensions and weights recommended minimum clearances Note: For the installation of the steam humidifier ≥ 2 0 between the pipes of the HRV ventilation unit, there must be a minimum clearance of 300 mm between the pipes.
  • Page 20 Notes on locating the unit The positioning of the Condair RH depends largely on the location of the steam distribution unit. To ensure proper functioning of the steam humidifier and to obtain an optimal efficiency, the following points must be considered and observed when choosing the location for the steam humidifier: –...
  • Page 21 – The steam humidifier heats up during operation. Make sure that the construction (wall, pillar, etc.) on which the device is to be mounted is made of heat-resistant material. – Install the steam humidifier in such a manner that it is freely accessible with sufficient space available for maintenance purposes.

  • Page 22: Mounting The Steam Humidifier

    5.2.2 Mounting the steam humidifier 1. Remove the steam cylinder: 1a Open the unit door. 1b Pull the lever up. 1c Lift the steam cylinder at an angle upwards out of the humidifier. 2.1 Mount the steam humidifier on the wall: 2.1a Mark the fixing points "A" and "B" at the desired location on the wall using a spirit level. 2.1b Drill appropriate holes and insert dowels.
  • Page 23 2.1c Screw a screw into the fixing hole "A" up to a distance of 5 mm between the screw head and the wall. 2.1d Hang the unit onto the previously installed screw. 2.1c 2.1d 2.1e Screw a screw through the rear wall of the unit into the fixing hole "B". Then align the unit with a spirit level and tighten both screws.
  • Page 24 2.2 Mount the steam humidifier to the ceiling: 2.2a Mark the fixing points "C" at the desired location. 2.2b Drill appropriate holes and insert dowels. 2.1c 2.1d 2.2c Fasten the ceiling bracket with two screws. 2.2d Fasten the unit to the ceiling bracket through the rear wall of the unit with M6 screws. Then align the unit with a spirit level and tighten both screws.
  • Page 25 3. Install the steam cylinder: 3a Insert the steam cylinder into the receptacle in the unit at an angle from above. 3b Push the lever down as far as it will go. 3c Close the unit door. Installation...

  • Page 26: Water Installation Steam Humidifier

    Water installation steam humidifier 5.3.1 Overview water installation Drain connection ø20 mm Water supply hose Water supply connection (PEX-armored hose - G 3/4"/G 3/4", supplied) G 3/4" Filter valves (accessory Z261) or shut-off valve and filter 125 µm Drain hose ø20/26 mm (supplied) min.

  • Page 27: Notes On Water Installation

    Note: For mains pressures >6 bar, the connection must be made via a pressure reducing valve (adjusted to 2.0 bar). For mains pressures <1.0 bar please contact your Condair supplier. Note: The water supply system must be free of pressure bumps (hammer-free). The installation of a check valve in the water supply line is therefore not permitted, as this can lead to pressure bumps in the water system and damage the inlet valve.

  • Page 28: Installing The Steam And Condensate Lines

    Make sure the cables are adequately fixed, do not rub on any components or become a tripping hazard. In order to make the electrical connections, the control compartment of the Condair RH must be opened. DANGER! Danger of electric shock The Condair RH is mains powered. Live parts may be exposed when the control compartment...
  • Page 29 1. Open the control compartment: 1a Open the unit door. 1b undo the two screws on the control compartment cover and remove it. 2. Make electrical connections according to Section 5.5.3. 3. Close the front covers: 1a Attach the control compartment cover and secure it with the two screws. 1b Close the unit door.

  • Page 30: Wiring Diagram Condair Rh

    1 2 3 Legend A1 Humidity sensor (Condair CDC) B1 Maximum humidistat (Condair CHD-S) B2 Air flow monitor (Condair CDA-S, optional) L1 N PE F1 Internal fuse 1 A, slow acting 230 V/1~/50-60 Hz 230 V/1~/50-60 Hz F2 Internal fuse 16 A, slow acting F3 External fuses 16 A, slow acting RH 1.8...

  • Page 31: Installation Work External Connections

    The maximum humidistat "B1" and the optional Air flow monitor B2 "are connected to the corresponding terminals of the terminal blocks" X3 "," X4" and" X5" on the driver board of the Condair RH according to the diagram. Note: If no air flow monitor is connected, the yellow wire of the maximum humidistat "B1" is connected directly to the "SC"...

  • Page 32: Connection Of The Humidity Sensor (A1)

    The humidity sensor "B1" is connected to the corresponding terminals of the terminal block "X2" on the driver board of the Condair RH according to the wiring diagram. Note: The wiring diagram shows the connection of the humidity sensor "CDC", which is available as an accessory.

  • Page 33: Connecting The Voltage Supply To The Condair Rh

    The voltage supply (L1, N and PE) is to be connected in accordance with the wiring diagram to the corresponding terminals of terminal block "X1" on the driver board of the Condair RH. The installation of the fuses "F3" (16 A, slow acting) and the electrical isolator "Q3" (all pole disconnecting device with a minimum contact clearance of 3 mm, supplied by others) in the mains supply line are mandatory.

  • Page 34: Checking The Installation Of The Condair Rh Steam Humidifier

    Checking the installation of the Condair RH steam humidifier Check the correct installation of the Condair RH Steam humidifier using the following checklist: – Installation of the steam humidifier Has the unit been placed correctly? Is the load-bearing capacity of the supporting structure sufficient? Is the unit correctly aligned vertically and horizontally? Is the unit correctly fixed? –...
  • Page 35 Does the supply voltage correspond to the information in the electrical diagram? Is the mains socket for connecting the Condair RH 1.8 correctly fused? Is the electrical isolator "Q3" installed in the power supply line of the Condair RH 3.6 and is the power supply is correctly fused?

  • Page 36: Operation

    Operation Initial commissioning The initial commissioning of the steam humidifier Condair RH must always be carried out by a service technician from your Condair representative or by a specialist authorized and trained by Condair. There- fore the current manual does not provide detailed information on this procedure.

  • Page 37: Functions Of The Display And Operating Elements

    The Condair RH is in standby mode (no humidity demand present). LED swells on and off (red) The Condair RH is in standby mode. The Condair RH was switched off via the HumiLife app. The Condair RH does not humidify again until it is switched on via the HumiLife app.

  • Page 38: Commissioning After An Interruption Of Operation

    Condair RH has been stopped. Commissioning after an interruption of operation The Condair RH steam humidifier may only be operated by persons who are familiar with the Condair RH and who are sufficiently qualified for this work. The following describes the procedure for commissioning the Condair RH after an interruption in op- eration (e.g.

  • Page 39: Notes On Operation

    Condair RH 3.6. 6. Briefly press the On / Off switch on the Condair RH (0.5 s). The operating status LED lights up blue. The Condair RH carries out an automatic system test (initialization).

  • Page 40: Decommissioning

    To take the Condair RH steam humidifier out of operation, proceed as follows: 1. Press the On/Off switch on the Condair RH (>2 s) until the cylinder status LED blinks blue. Any steam production in progress is stopped. The drain valve opens and the steam cylinder is drained.

  • Page 41: Operation Of The Condair Rh Via The Humilife App

    Download the HumiLife app 1. Download the Condair HumiLife app from the App Store (iPhone) or the Google Play Store (Android). Use the camera or QR scanner on your mobile phone and take a photo or scan the QR code to go to Google Play (Android) or the App Store (iOS).
  • Page 42 3. If no devices have yet been registered under your user account, press <Add Device> (left screen), otherwise press <Add new device> (right screen). 4. Press the device switch on the humidifier (approx. 5 seconds) until the WiFi symbol flashes green. Press <Next>.
  • Page 43 • Access "Settings" on your mobile phone. • Then select the Condair RH from the list of WLAN devices and return to the HumiLife app (figure in the middle). • Press <Continue> in the HumiLife app screen (figure on the far left).
  • Page 44 6. Configure the WiFi network: • Select the WLAN network to which the Condair RH should connect and press <Connect>. • Enter the password and confirm it with <Save and connect>. • The HumiLife app confirms that the network configuration has been successfully completed.

  • Page 45: Operation Of The Humilife App

    Accessing the measured value graphic and maintenance infor- mation Actual measured humidity value in %rh Slider for setting the humidity setpoint in% RH Switching the Condair RH on and off Accessing the home screen (this screen) Accessing the "User Settings" Menu Measured value graph and maintenance information Press the graphic symbol (4) on the home screen.
  • Page 46 Menu "User Settings Press <More> (9) on the home screen. The user menu appears. Here you can: – Under user data: • View the data of the user account • Change the user password. • Log out. • Delete the user account. •...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    The water in the steam cylinder can be hot (up to 100 °C). There is danger of burning when the steam cylinder is dismounted shortly after steam has been produced. Prevention: Before carrying out any work on the steam system set the Condair RH out of operation as described in Section 6.5, then wait until the components have cooled down sufficiently thus pre-...

  • Page 48: Maintenance Intervals

    Note: The Condair RH has a special maintenance counter for replacing the steam cylinder. If the service life of the steam cylinder is about to expire, the yellow cylinder status LED and the yellow fault LED alert you that the steam cylinder needs to be replaced.

  • Page 49: Maintenance Of The Condair Rh

    Maintenance of the Condair RH Before starting the maintenance work, the Condair RH must be taken out of operation in accordance with and secured against unintentional restart. Section 6.5 7.4.1 Replacement of the steam cylinder 7.4.1.1 Removal of the steam cylinder 1.

  • Page 50: 7.4.1.2 Installation Of The Steam Cylinder

    4. Close the unit door. 5. Connect the Condair RH to the power supply (RH 1.8: plug in the mains cable, RH 3.6: Switch on electrical isolator) and open the filter valve or shut-off valve in the water supply line.

  • Page 51: Removal And Installation Of The Components Of The Condair Rh For Maintenance

    3. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to press in the two tabs that secure the cover of the internal water system to the housing of the Condair RH. One tab is on the top and one is on the separating plate of the control compartment.

  • Page 52: 7.4.2.2 Removal And Installation Of The Drain Valve

    7.4.2.2 Removal and installation of the drain valve To remove the drain valve, the steam cylinder (see 7.4.1.1) and the cover of the internal water Section system (see Section 7.4.2.1) must be removed. 1. Disconnect the plug connection of the connection cable on the drain valve. 2.
  • Page 53 Loosen the grounding cable on the EFC protective disk and remove the disk. Fig. 12: Remove the EFC protective disk 6. Disconnect the solenoid from the drain valve. Then remove the valve stem and spring. Fig. 13: Disassemble the drain valve The assembly and installation of the drain valve is carried out in the reverse order of the removal.

  • Page 54: 7.4.2.3 Removal And Installation Of The Inlet Valve

    7.4.2.3 Removal and installation of the inlet valve To remove the inlet valve, the steam cylinder (see 7.4.1.1) and the cover of the internal water Section system (see Section 7.4.2.1) must be removed. Fig. 14: Removal of the inlet valve 1.

  • Page 55: 7.4.2.4 Removal And Installation Of The Fill Cup And The Hoses

    7.4.2.4 Removal and installation of the fill cup and the hoses To remove the fill cup and the hoses, the steam cylinder (see 7.4.1.1) and the cover of the Section internal water system (see Section 7.4.2.1) must be removed. Fig. 15: Removal of the fill cup and the hoses 1.

  • Page 56: Notes On Cleaning The Unit Components

    7.4.3 Notes on cleaning the unit components Unit component What to clean and how to clean Hoses • Loosen any limescale in the hoses by carefully twisting and flexing the hoses, then flush out the hoses thoroughly with hot tap water. Inlet valve •...

  • Page 57: Notes On Cleaning Agents

    7.4.4 Notes on cleaning agents Only use cleaning agents stated in the table above. The use of disinfectants is only permitted if they do not leave any toxic residues. In any case the parts must be thoroughly rinsed with clean drinking water after cleaning.

  • Page 58: Fault Elimination

    General notes Only use original spare parts from your Condair representative to replace defective parts. Safety Before starting repair work on the Condair RH set the unit out of operation and disconnect it from the mains (see Section 6.5).

  • Page 59: Fault Indication On The Condair Rh

    Fault indication on the Condair RH blinks blue Safety loop open (W2) lights red No WiFi connection (W6) lights yellow End of service life of steam cylinder soon reached (W5) End of service life of steam cylinder reached (E5) lights red...

  • Page 60: Malfunction Lists

    If a malfunction occurs with the status "Warning", the operation of the Condair RH is generally not stopped. If the fault is rectified or the cause of the fault disappears by itself, the Condair RH automati- cally returns to normal operation.

  • Page 61: Error List

    8.4.2 Error list If a malfunction occurs with the status "Fault", further operation is no longer possible and the Condair RH is stopped. After eliminating the fault, the Condair RH must be restarted. Code Error Description LED unit Indication Possible causes Remedy Overcurrent detected.
  • Page 62 Error Description LED unit Indication Possible causes Remedy Invalid cylinder installed. Cylinder not installed correctly (contact cylinder Install cylinder correctly. lights red fuse bad). The controller cannot verify the newly installed Contact your Condair representative. cylinder. lights red Fault elimination...

  • Page 63: Taking Out Of Service/Disposal

    Taking out of service/Disposal Taking out of service If the Cond air RH must be replaced or if the Condair RH is not needed any more, proceed as follows: 1. Take the Condair RH out of operation as described in Section 6.5.

  • Page 64: Product Specifications

    Product specifications 10.1 Technical data Condair RH Type RH 1.8 RH 3.6 Max. steam capacity 1.8 kg/h 3.6 kg/h Max. power consumption 1.4 kW 2.9 kW Heating voltage 230 V1 /50..60Hz Control voltage 230 V1 /50..60Hz Operating data Admissible control signals...

  • Page 65: Dimensional Drawing Condair Rh

    10.2 Dimensional drawing Condair RH ø22 ø20 G 3/4" Fig. 16: Dimensional drawing Condair RH (dimensions in mm) Product specifications...
  • Page 66 Notes...
  • Page 68 CONSULTING, SALES AND SERVICE: CH94/0002.00 Condair Group AG 8808 Pfäffikon SZ, Schweiz www.condairgroup.com...

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