Condair Nortec RS Series Installation Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Condair Manuals
  4. Humidifier
  5. Nortec RS Series
  6. Installation manual

Condair Nortec RS Series Installation Manual

Steam humidifier
Hide thumbs Also See for Nortec RS Series:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Steam humidifier
Nortec RS series
Humidification and Evaporative Cooling

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Nortec RS Series and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Condair Nortec RS Series

Summary of Contents for Condair Nortec RS Series

  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL Steam humidifier Nortec RS series Humidification and Evaporative Cooling...
  • Page 2 Condair Ltd., except to the extent required for installation or maintenance of recipient's equipment. Liability Notice Condair Ltd. 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 authorized by Condair Ltd.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction To the very beginning Notes on the installation manual For your safety Product Overview Models overview 3.1.1 Units small ("S") and medium ("M") 3.1.2 Units Large ("L") Identification of the unit Product designation Options Accessories Receiving and storage Inspection Storage and Transportation Mounting and installation work...
  • Page 4 Notes on humidity control systems/humidity control 5.7.1 System 1 – Room humidity control 5.7.2 System 2 – Room humidity control with continuous limitation of the supply air humidity 5.7.3 System 3 – Supply air humidity control with continuous output limit ation 5.7.4 Which humidity control system for which application 5.7.5...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    If you have questions after reading this documentation, please contact your Condair representative. They will be glad to assist you.
  • Page 6 Please safeguard this installation manual in a safe place, where it can be immediately accessed. If the equipment changes hands, the documentation must be passed on to the new operator. If the documentation gets misplaced, please contact your Condair representative. Introduction...

  • Page 7: For Your Safety

    Condair within specified operating conditions (see Nortec RS operation manual). Any other type of application, without the written consent of Condair, is considered as not conforming with the intended purpose and may lead to the Nortec RS becoming dangerous and will void any warranty.
  • Page 8 Nortec RS against accidental power-up. Prohibited modifications to the unit No modifications must be undertaken on the Nortec RS without the express written consent of Condair. For the replacement of defective components use exclusively original accessories and spare parts available from your Condair representative.

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Models overview Nortec RS steam humidifiers are available in different housing sizes (S, M and L) with different heating voltages and steam capacities ranging from 10 lbs/hr up to a maximum of 180 lbs/hr (5 ... 80 kg/h). 3.1.1 Units small ("S") and medium ("M") 208 V/1~...

  • Page 10: Units Large ("L")

    3.1.2 Units Large ("L") 208 V/1~ 240 V/1~ 480 V/1~ 600 V/1~ 208 V/3~ 240 V/3~ 480 V/3~ 600 V/3~ Housing Nortec size lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) lbs/hr (kg/h) ...90... ––...

  • Page 11: Identification Of The Unit

    Identification of the unit The identification of the unit is found on the specification label. Type designation Serial number Electrical supply requirements MODEL: Nortec RS 010 SER: XXXXXXX VOLTS: PHASE: AMPS: 17.8 Current draw Power consumption MAX: Max. external fuse Circuit Protection 11/14 Month/Year...

  • Page 12: Product Designation

    Product designation The product designation and the most important unit data are found on the specification label fixed on the right side of the Nortec RS. Notes regarding the specification label can be found in the Nortec RS operation manual. Key model designation Example: Nortec RS 65 480V/3~ P SC...

  • Page 13: Options

    RO/DI water is being supplied to the steam tank. Accessories Nortec RS Single units "S" Single units "M" Large units "L" Pure water system Condair RO-A 1xRO-A100 1xRO-A40 Pure water system for operating the Nortec RS with RO water. Product Overview...

  • Page 14: Receiving And Storage

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

  • Page 15: Mounting And Installation Work

    Mounting and installation work Safety notes on mounting and installation work Qualification of personnel All mounting and installation work must be carried out only by well qualified personnel authorised by the owner. It is the owner’s responsibility to verify proper qualification of the personnel. General notes Strictly observe and comply with all information given in the present installation manual regarding the mounting of the unit and the installation of water, steam and electricity.

  • Page 16: Installation Overviews

    Installation overviews Typical installation for duct humidification Humidity sensor or humidity controller . 4 . 2 u c t i b s t r c t i o n y o Return duct t o a s e e o w n High limit humidistat n k n a n c...
  • Page 17 Union 1/2" NPT / 1/2" NPT 30 ... 80 psi (2.0...5.5 bar) (supplied by others) 33.8 ... 77.0 °F (1...25 °C) Condair RO-A pure water system (Accessory) Fig. 6: Water supply connections for units installed with RS-RO option Mounting and installation work...

  • Page 18: Mounting The Unit

    Mounting the unit 5.3.1 Notes on locating the unit ** recommended: 6" (150 mm) 0 " 0 " Fig. 7: Minimal distances to be observed Small ("S") Medium ("M") Large ("L") Housing RS 10...20 RS 30...90 RS 90...180 Housing dimensions 16.54"...
  • Page 19 The installation site of the Nortec RS depends largely on the location of the steam distributor (see Section 5.4.2). 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 20: Mounting The Humidifier

    5.3.2 Mounting the humidifier 5.3.2.1 Standard mounting Overview standard mounting single units Small and Medium Dimension Housing size Small Medium "a" in inch/mm 2.13" (54.0) 2.13" (54.0) "b" in inch/mm 17.56" (446.0) 21.89" (556.0) "c" in inch/mm 3.16" (80.2) 3.49" (88.6) "d"...
  • Page 21 Overview standard mounting single units Large Dimension Housing size Large "a" in inch/mm 6.46" (164.0) "b" in inch/mm 16.77" (426.0) "c" in inch/mm 4.61" (117.2) "d" in inch/mm 16.00" (406.4) Weights Housing size Large Netweight in lbs/kg 178.5 (81.0) Operating weight in lbs/kg 291.0 (132.0) Fig.
  • Page 22 Mounting procedure standard mounting 1. Mark the attachment points "A" and "B" at the desired position with the help of a level. Then, drill holes diameter: 3/8" (10 mm), depth: 2" (50 mm). 2. Insert the supplied plastic plugs, and screw in supplied screws into the dowels of the attachment points "A"...

  • Page 23: Rail Mounting (Option)

    5.3.2.2 Rail mounting (option) Overview rail mounting single units Small and Medium Dimension Housing size Small Medium "a" in inch/mm 7.62" (193.5) 7.62" (193.5) "b" in inch/mm 12.00" (304.8) 16.00" (406.4) "c" in inch/mm 2.27" (57.6) 2.43" (61.8) Weights Housing size Small Medium Netweight in lbs/kg...
  • Page 24 Overview rail mounting single units Large Dimension Housing size Large "a" in mm 10.37" (263.5) "b" in mm 16.00" (406.4) "c" in mm 4.61" (117.2) Weights Housing size Large Netweight in lbs/kg 178.5 (81.0) Operating weight in lbs/kg 291.0 (132.0) Fig.

  • Page 25: Inspecting The Installed Unit

    Procedure 1. Mark the attachment points "A" for the mounting rail at the desired position with the help of a level. Then, drill holes diameter: 3/8" (10 mm), depth: 2" (50 mm). 2. Insert the supplied plastic plugs, and fix the mounting rail to the wall with the screws and washers supplied.

  • Page 26: Steam Installation

    Steam installation 5.4.1 Overview steam installation for duct humidification . 4 . 2 u c t i c t i o b s t r n y o s e e t o a o w n n k n a n c i s u .
  • Page 27 Blower Pack (mounted separated from the steam humidifier) Steam line – As short as possible (max. 13 ft/4 m) – Adequate upslope (min. 10°)/downslope (2.0°) – No restrictions Condsensate line – Condensate trap at the lowest point – Min. downslope 1.2° – Hose or fixed pipe (with same inner diameter as steam outlet) – No restrictions –...

  • Page 28: Positioning Of The Steam Distributor

    φ2: Supply air humidity after humidification Fig. 14: Absorption distance "B " The calculation of the absorption distance "B " is dependent on several factors. Use Condair HELP to calculate the absorption distance for your particular project. Mounting and installation work...
  • Page 29 Minimum distances to be observed To prevent the steam, that is emitting from the steam distributor, from condensing on downstream system components, a minimum distance to the steam distributor must be observed (depends on the absorp- tion distance "B "). before/after constriction after expansion "...

  • Page 30: Installing The Steam Distributors

    before/after filter/heater " ) ( 1 . 1 . 5 2,5 x B before aerosol filter before/after fan, zone exit " ) ( 1 . 5.4.3 Installing the steam distributors Detailed information on the installation of steam distribution pipes and SAM-e steam distribution system can be found in the separate mounting instructions for these products.

  • Page 31: Positioning And Mounting Of The Blower Packs (Accessory Bp)

    39.5" (1.0 m) Dimension "E" (max.) 158" (4.0 m) – Condair recommends 79" (2.0 m) The values in the table above are based on the following nominal conditions: 72 °F (22 ˚C), 40% RH. The blower pack should not be installed near cold surfaces or where dew point may be reached.

  • Page 32: Installing The Steam And Condensate Lines

    Installing the steam and condensate lines Installations notes – Use original steam and condensate hose from your Condair representative or solid steam pipes from copper (MED-L) or stainless steel (min. AISI 304) exclusively. Steam and condensate lines from other material may cause undesired operational malfunctions.
  • Page 33 Installation examples Ømin. 8" (Ømin. 200 mm) Fig. 15: Steam distributor mounted more than 20" (500 mm) above the top edge of the humidifier Mounting and installation work...
  • Page 34 Ømin. 8" (Ømin. 200 mm) Ensure adequate cooling according to local codes Obstacle Ømin. 8" (Ømin. 200 mm) Ømin. 8" (Ømin. 200 mm) Ensure adequate cooling according to local codes Install condensate drain (full size T) at the lowest point Fig.
  • Page 35 Steam line must be insulated over the entire length! Ømin. 8" (Ømin. 200 mm) Fig. 17: Steam line with solid piping and insulation Mounting and installation work...

  • Page 36: Common Steam And Condensate Line Errors

    5.4.6 Common steam and condensate line errors Wrong Correct Steam line not led at least 12" (300 mm) perpendicularly Lead steam line at least 12" (300 mm) perpendicularly up- upwards before first bend (forming of condensate). wards before first bend. Minimum bend radius of steam hose/solid steam line not The minimum bend radius of 12"...

  • Page 37: Inspecting The Steam Installation

    Inspecting the steam installation Use the following check list to ensure that the steam installation was performed correctly: – Steam distributor Steam distributors (steam distribution pipe or SAM-e steam distribution system) correctly posi- tioned and secured (screws tightened)? Are the outlet orifices at right angles to the air flow for horizontal installation, or at 45 degree angle for vertical installation? –...

  • Page 38: Water Installation

    Water installation 5.6.1 Overviews water installation Note: with RS-RO Option installed see Section 5.6.2. Adapter G 3/4" / 1/2" NPT (supplied with O-ring or gasket) G 3/4" 1/2" pipe with 1/2" NPT 1/2" NPT female connection Union 1/2" NPT / 1/2" NPT Water drain connector ø1.18"...

  • Page 39: Overviews Water Installation (With Rs-Ro Option Installed)

    140 °F (60 °C) – must not touch funnel Open funnel with trap (supplied by others) Condair RO-A pure water system (Accessory) Fig. 20: Overview water installation for single units Small and Medium (with RS-RO option installed) Mounting and installation work...

  • Page 40: Notes On Water Installation

    – lead each drain line in a separate funnel – must not touch funnel Open funnel with trap (supplied by others) Condair RO-A pure water system (Accessory) Fig. 21: Overview water installation for single units Large (with RS-RO option installed) 5.6.3 Notes on water installation 5.6.3.1 Water supply (Potable, RO or DI water)

  • Page 41: 5.6.3.2 Additional Requirements For Rs-Ro Option Water Supply

    RO or DI water supply. Note: Detailed information regarding the installation of the RO-A pure water system can be found in the separate installation and operation manual of the Condair RO-A. – Drain cooling water supply:...

  • Page 42: 5.6.3.3 Water Drain

    – Supply rates: RS with Max. fill rates RS-RO option Inlet RO Drain water cooling (potable) Small 0.32 gal/min (1.2 l/min) 3.70 gal/min (14 l/min) Medium 0.53 gal/min (2 l/min) 3.70 gal/min (14 l/min) Large 2 x 0.53 gal/min (2 x 2 l/min) 2 x 3.70 gal/min (2 x 14 l/min) –...
  • Page 43 Water supply (with RS-RO option installed) – RO water supply: Has RO-A pure water system been installed according to the notes in the separate Condair RO-A installation and operation manual. Has RO water supply been connected to the water inlet connector according to Fig.

  • Page 44: Notes On Humidity Control Systems/Humidity Control

    Notes on humidity control systems/humidity control 5.7.1 System 1 – Room humidity control System 1 is suited for direct room humidification and air conditioning systems with mainly recir- culated air. The humidity sensor or humidistat respectively is preferably located in the room itself or in the exhaust air duct.

  • Page 45: System 3 - Supply Air Humidity Control With Continuous Output Limit Ation

    — System 3 Direct room humidification System 1 — Please contact your Condair supplier, if your application meets the following conditions: – Humidification of small rooms up to 7060 ft (200 m – Air conditioning systems with a high number of air exchanges –...

  • Page 46: Admissible Control Signals

    5.7.5 Admissible control signals Control with external controller Control with internal PI controller Control signals Humidity sensor signals 0...5 VDC 0...5 VDC 1...5 VDC 1...5 VDC 0...10 VDC (Potentiometer 140 Ω ... 10 kΩ) 0...10 VDC (Potentiometer 140 Ω ... 10 kΩ) 2...10 VDC 2...10 VDC 0...20 VDC...

  • Page 47: Electrical Installation

    Electrical installation 5.8.1 Notes on electrical installation DANGER! Danger of electric shock The Nortec RS is mains powered. Live parts may be exposed when the unit is open. Touching live parts may cause severe injury or danger to life. Prevention: The Nortec RS unit must be connected to the mains only after all mounting and installa- tion work has been completed, all installations have been checked for correct workmanship and the unit is closed and properly locked.

  • Page 48: Wiring Diagram Nortec Rs - Small And Medium Units

    5.8.2 Wiring diagram Nortec RS - Small and Medium units Control compartment LEVEL POWER DRAIN DRAIN INLET UNIT BOARD VALVE 2 VALVE 1 VALVE SUPPLY Driver board CR2032 L1 L2 CONTROL LIMIT BLOWER ENABLE 24VDC MODULE B MAINS SUPPLY V+ INGND IN GND 24V IN 24V IN 24V GND...

  • Page 49: Wiring Diagram Nortec Rs - Large Units

    5.8.3 Wiring diagram Nortec RS - large units Control compartment Module A Module B LEVEL POWER DRAIN DRAIN INLET UNIT BOARD VALVE 2 VALVE 1 VALVE SUPPLY Driver board module B L1 L2 CR2032 CONTROL LIMIT BLOWER ENABLE 24VDC MODULE B MAINS SUPPLY V+ INGND IN GND 24V IN...

  • Page 50: Installation Work External Connections

    5.8.4 Installation work external connections Connecting the external safety chain The potential-free contacts of external moni t or ing de- vices (e.g. ventilation interlock, safety high limit humidis- tat, airflow monitor, etc.) are connected in series (safety chain "K2") to the terminals "1" and "2" of the control terminal block "XE2"...
  • Page 51 Ohmic humidity controller (passive) The signal cable of an ohmic humidity controller (140Ω...10kΩ) is to be connected according to the wiring diagram to the terminals "3" (GND), "4" (IN) and "6" (V+) of the control terminal block "XE2" inside the control compartment.
  • Page 52 Control compartment – "Steam" (Terminal 7 and 8): This relay closes as soon as the Condair EL hu- midifies. – "Unit on" (Terminal 9 and 10): This relay closes as soon as the voltage supply to the Control compartment of the Condair EL is switched on.
  • Page 53 Connecting the optional accessory board The optional accessory board contains four potential-free relay contacts to activate external fans of the AHU and the optional valves for flushing the water supply lines: F1 (100 mA) – "Hyg. Valve A" (Terminal 1 and 2): This relay activates the optional valve for flushing the water supply line connected to module A.
  • Page 54 Connecting the voltage supply The voltage supply (L1, L2, L3 and GND or L1 and) is to be connected in accordance with the wiring diagram to the corresponding terminals of the main contactor in the control compartment. The earth conductor is to be L1 L2 connected to the earth terminal right beside the phase terminals.

  • Page 55: Fuses "F3" Voltage Supply

    5.8.5 Fuses "F3" voltage supply 208 V/1~/50...60 Hz 240 V/1~/50...60 Hz 480 V/1~/50...60 Hz 600 V/1~/50...60 Hz RS 10 17.8 15.5 RS 15 20.6 RS 20 34.7 13.3 11.1 RS 30 10.8 10.8 10.7 22.3 10.7 17.8 RS 45 –– ––...

  • Page 56: Inspecting The Electrical Installation

    5.8.6 Inspecting the electrical installation Check the following points: Do the supply voltages for heating and control voltage comply with the relevant voltages stated on the specification label? Are the voltage supplies (heating and control voltage) correctly fused? Are the service switches "Q.." installed in the supply lines for to the heating and control voltage? Are all components correctly connected according to the wiring diagram? Are all connecting cables fastened? Are the connecting cables free of tension (passed through cable glands?)

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Appendix Unit dimensions CONDENSATE OUT 6.83 (173.5) ø 0.31 (8) MARKED “A” STEAM OUT 4.87 (123.8) ø 1.77 (45) 3.16 (80.2) 1.38 12.00 (304.8) (35) 16.54 (420) 2.27 (57.6) 2.27 12.00 (304.8) 14.33 (364) 0.28 (7) (57.6) 2.24 (57) SECONDARY WATER FILL 8.76 (222.5) (RS-RO OPTION)
  • Page 58 7.16 (181.8) CONDENSATE OUT 6.44 (163.5) ø 0.31 (8) MARKED “A” STEAM OUT ø 1.77 (45) 3.48 (88.5) 1.38 (35) 16.00 (406.5) 20.87 (530) 2.43 (61.8) 16.00 (406.5) 2.43 15.98 (406) 0.28 (7) (61.8) 2.24 (57) SECONDARY 13.09 (332.5) WATER FILL (RS-RO OPTION) NPT 1/2"...
  • Page 59 20.49 (520.5) CONDENSATE OUT 6.44 (163.5) ø 0.31 (8) 2X MARKED “A” 178.8 535.8 STEAM OUT ø 1.77 (45) 39.37 (1000) 15.98 (406) 0.28 (7) 4.61 (117) 2.76 (70) 16.00 (406.5) 16.00 (406.5) 4.21 (107) SECONDARY WATER FILL 27.15 (689.5) (RS-RO OPTION) 13.09 (332.5) NPT 1/2"...
  • Page 60 Notes...
  • Page 61 Notes...
  • Page 62 Notes...
  • Page 63 Warranty Condair Inc. and/or Condair Ltd. (hereinafter collectively referred to as THE COMPANY), warrant for a period of two years after installation or 30 months from manufacturer’s ship date, whichever date is earlier, that THE COMPANY’s manufactured and assembled products, not otherwise expressly warranted (with the exception of the cylinder), are free from defects in material and workmanship.
  • Page 64 U.S.A. 835 Commerce Park Drive Ogdensburg, New York 13669 CANADA 2740 Fenton Road Ottawa, Ontario K1T 3T7 TEL: 1.866.667.8321 FAX: 613.822.7964 EMAIL: na.info@condair.com WEBSITE: www.condair.com...

Table of Contents