Neptronic SKGE3 Series Installation Instructions Manual

Neptronic SKGE3 Series Installation Instructions Manual

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SKGE3 Series
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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  • Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Gas Fired Humidifier SKGE3 Series INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 0359 Conform to CE requirements : PIN 359BQ511 Read and save these instructions SKGE-IOM-170803...
  • Page 2: Safety

    Ensure that the local regulations concerning the provision of electrical installations are followed. HEALTH & Neptronic has considered aspects of the design of their humidification systems to reduce as much as possible the risk of Legionnaires’ disease and other similar conditions, but it is SAFETY important that users are also aware of their responsibilities under Health &...
  • Page 3: Foreword

    Please observe the local regulations concerning the provision of electrical installations. Correct Use Neptronic systems and its products are designed only for humidification use. Any other application is not considered appropriate for the intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be made liable for any damage resulting from incorrect use.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Table of Contents Safety ..............................1 Foreword ............................2 Table of Contents ..........................3 Standards & Certificates ........................4 Technical Specifications ........................5 Dimensions & Weights ........................6 Handling & Unpacking ........................10 Installation Overview ........................
  • Page 5: Standards & Certificates

    Montreal, Quebec, H4N 1R6, Canada Type of Gas fired Steam humidifier Equipment SKGE3 series Model Name and Series Followed by 0501, 0701, 0801, 1001, 1202, 1502, 1702, 2002, 2503, 2703, 3003, 3504, 3704, 4004 denoting steam capacity and number of module, and followed by N denoting Natural Gas or P denoting Propane Gas.
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    SKGE3-4004 N/P 27.2 12.2 Notes: 1 - Maximum static duct pressure is 1.250 kPa. For higher static duct pressures, consult Neptronic or its authorized distributor. 2 - Standard humidifier is designed for natural ventilation combustion air, ‘’Ducted Combustion Air’’ option is...
  • Page 7: Dimensions & Weights

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Dimensions & Weights General dimensions - Fig. 2 General Dimensions, Weight & Steam Outlets detail Weight No of Steam Dimensions in mm No of (Kg) Model Steam...
  • Page 8 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Dimensions & Weights Position & Dimension of connections 5 6 0 3 7 0 2 7 0 E le ctrica l 1 2 7 co n tro l P o w e r su p p ly...
  • Page 9 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Dimensions & Weights Option - Ducted combustion air inlet dimension 6'’(150) Ducted combustion air dimensions - Fig. 4 (all dimensions in mm) Dimensions in mm No of No of Model...
  • Page 10 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Dimensions & Weights Option - Weather proof enclosure general dimension and weight Weather proof enclose. 4 modules configuration – fig. 6 Weather proof enclos. 1 to 3 modules configuration – Fig. 5 STEAM OUTLET FLUE TERMINAL STEAM OUTLET...
  • Page 11: Handling & Unpacking

    Caution must be exercised to ensure balanced load before lifting. Lifting of SKGE3 Steam Humidifier MUST always be carried out using the appropriate Neptronic Lifting Bracket (sold separately), see fig. 9. Lifting sling angle must be greater than 30˚ to the horizontal.
  • Page 12: Installation Overview

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Installation Overview All installation work must comply with local regulations. All work related to the installation of the SKGE3 Steam Humidifier MUST only be performed by skilled and qualified technical personnel (e.g.
  • Page 13: Stage 1 - Unit Positioning And Mounting

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 1 – Unit Positioning and Mounting Safety Any installation work MUST be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. Considerations The following considerations must be taken into account before deciding upon the location for the SKGE3 Steam Humidifier: ...
  • Page 14 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 1 – Unit Positioning and Mounting 500mm minimum 600mm minimum 800mm minimum Standard enclosure clearances - Fig. 12 Weather proof enclosure clearances - Fig. 13 Minimum clearances are : Minimum Standard enclosure...
  • Page 15: Stage 2 - Steam Distribution Installation

    108mm up to 240kg/h  133mm up to 255kg/h All humidifier below 100kg/h capacity must use the standard Neptronic® S.A.M.E2 Steam distribution pipes. Multi-Steam can be offered if shorter absorption distances are required. All humidifiers above 100kg/h capacity must use the Multi-Steam configuration.
  • Page 16 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 2 – Steam Distribution Installation Integrated steam manifold Steam outlet Steam Outlet Configuration for Weather Proof Enclosure Weather proof enclosure single steam outlet - Fig. 17 The SKGE3 humidifier with weather proof enclosure is provided with an integrated steam manifold with an outlet located on either one of the sides of the humidifier.
  • Page 17 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 2 – Steam Distribution Installation The minimum steam manifold length that can be used with the SKGE3-0501 to Selection of SKGE3-1001 is 900mm. Any manifold below this dimension will have insufficient Steam outlet spigots to allow proper steam distribution.
  • Page 18 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 2 – Steam Distribution Installation Manifolds Configurations All humidifiers above 100kg/h capacity must use the Multi-Steam configuration. Single Module Insulated pipe Min. 2/5 H Air Duct Min.
  • Page 19 SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 2 – Steam Distribution Installation Selection of For all Multi-Steam units, use the Neptronic® Humidisoft program to size the Multi-Steam unit. Where two Multi-Steam units are required with duties in excess of 240kg/h, make your selection using the following rules: ...
  • Page 20 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 2 – Steam Distribution Installation Multi-Steam Configurations Single Module Insulated pipe Air Duct Min. 7° pipe slope Min. 50mm Humidifiers: Min. 50mm Min. 50mm SKGE3-0501 SKGE3-0701 SKGE3-0801...
  • Page 21 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 2 – Steam Distribution Installation 3 Modules Air Duct Humidifiers: Min. 7° pipe slope SKGE3-2503 Insulated pipe SKGE3-2703 Ø133mm SKGE3-3003 Total length of steam conduit should not exceed 5 meters.
  • Page 22: Stage 3 - Gas Supply Connection

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 3 – Gas Supply Connection CAUTION Gas piping installation MUST comply with all local codes and regulations. Gas pressure to the humidifier MUST never exceed 6kPa (60 mbar). A manual shut off valve (not supplied) MUST be installed on the gas supply line to the humidifier.
  • Page 23: Stage 4 - Water Supply Installation

    Water supply installation must conform to local codes and regulations. Any installation work must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. Water Inlet The Neptronic® SKGE3 Humidifier is designed to be used with tap, reverse osmosis, Specifications deionised and de-mineralized water.
  • Page 24: Stage 5 - Water Drain Connection

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 5 – Water Drain Connection Water drain installation must conform to local codes and regulations. Any installation work must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. Water Drain Water drain temperature: +60˚C Specification...
  • Page 25: Stage 6 - Combustion Air Installation

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 6 – Combustion Air Installation CAUTION Combustion and room ventilation air must conform to local codes and regulations. Air for combustion MUST not be contaminated by halogens, ammonia, bromides, chlorides, fluorides, iodides or dust.
  • Page 26 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 6 – Combustion Air Installation Natural Ventilation Installation High level opening Outside Wall Low level opening Humidifier’s Air openings Natural ventilation configuration - Fig. 34 Ducted Combustion Air “Ducted Combustion Air’’...
  • Page 27 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 6 – Ducted Combustion Air Installation Single Module Humidifiers: SKGE3-0501 Ø 5 1 m m m in im u m SKGE3-0701 SKGE3-0801 H u m id ifie r SKGE3-1001 in le t Ø...
  • Page 28 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 6 – Ducted Combustion Air Installation 3 Modules 1 to 3 o u tle ts m a n ifo ld Ø 1 5 0 m m m in im u m Humidifiers: SKGE3-2503 SKGE3-2703...
  • Page 29: Stage 7 - Flue Gas Venting Connection

    Minimum flue gas venting pipe upward gradient must be 20mm in 1000mm horizontal run or as per flue gas venting manufacturer’s instructions. The Neptronic® SKGE3 Steam Humidifier is a condensing appliance. As such, its high efficiency may cause condensation in the flue gas venting.
  • Page 30 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 7 – Flue Gas Venting Connection Minimum When Flue gas terminal is located at outside air. Spacing Minimum Building or other element spacing (mm) Below adjacent opening (window, air vent or any other ventilation opening) Below a gutter, drain or soil pipe...
  • Page 31: Stage 8 - Electrical Supply And Installation

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 8 – Electrical Supply and Installation Electrical Power The SKGE3 Steam Humidifier requires a 230V single phase supply. Supply Weather proof Standard enclosure option Model Voltage Current...
  • Page 32: Stage 9 - Electrical Control Connections

    Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 9 – Electrical Control Connections Electrical Control The Neptronic® SKGE3 Steam Humidifier has a modulating control system and Connections requires an analog control signal. All controls connections has been grouped on a specific Interface P.C.B.
  • Page 33 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Stage 9 – Electrical Control Connections Humidifier The Neptronic® SKGE3 Steam Humidifier can be installed in conjunction with the Control with Neptronic® HRO20 humidity controller. Humidity Controller...
  • Page 34 The Neptronic® SKGE3 modulating Steam Humidifier can be installed in conjunction with a VAV system. In this case the Neptronic® SHC80 duct humidity controller placed in the supply air will act as a high level duct humidity sensor. Humidity will be controlled by the Neptronic®...
  • Page 35: Stage 9 - Bacnet ® Interface Set-Up

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual ® Stage 9 – BACnet Interface Set-up Important Note ® This page describes the BACnet interface set-up. ® The “BACnet interface’’ option is available only upon request. Dip Switch Pull Up enable Adjustment for...
  • Page 36: Initial Verification

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Initial Verification Initial verification and start-up (commissioning) must be carried out by suitable qualified personnel. 1. Ensure that cabinet of the humidifier is installed in a location where the Clearance humidifier can be serviced correctly.
  • Page 37 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Start-Up 1. Proceed to start-up the humidifier, as follow: a) Open the front access door of the humidifier cabinet; make sure that the manual drain valve is closed. b) Start up the humidifier by pushing the (ON/OFF) button located on the humidifier control panel.
  • Page 38: Commissioning - Operation Description

    Installation Instructions and User Manual Commissioning – Operation Description Control Panel The control panel of the Neptronic® SKGE3 Steam humidifier is equipped with a user friendly LCD display and extensive access to status, alarms, and set-up menus. Description Blue Power ON LED...
  • Page 39: Operation Display

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Operation Display During normal operation, the following display will indicate main information about Operation Scrolling the system: Messages on Display DEMAND: 100% OUTPUT: 100% ROOM HUMIDITY 30%RH Scrolled Message...
  • Page 40: Status Menu

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Status Menu Display Description STATUS Room Relative Humidity: Room Rel. Humidity Displays the room relative humidity if a room humidistat is connected to the 64%RH humidifier.
  • Page 41: Control Set-Up Menu

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Control Set-up Menu Display Description Values Control Mode: External CONTROL SETUP Selection of control mode. Internal Control Mode If External is selected, the control demand will be received Com Port INTERNAL by the analog input.
  • Page 42 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Control Set-up Menu CONTROL SETUP Hi Limit SetPoint: Voltage or Amp. Hi Limit SetPoint Selection of high limit setpoint settings. From 0 to 10 V Volt/mA: Voltage or 2 to 10 V Vin Min.: 2.00V...
  • Page 43: System Set-Up Menu

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual System Set-up Menu Display Description Values SYSTEM SETUP Service Timer: From 400 to 3000 Hrs Service Timer Selection of delay between service alarms. Increment: 100 Hrs 1000 Hrs Value is indicated in Hours.
  • Page 44 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual System Set-up Menu Display Description Values SYSTEM SETUP LCD Contrast: From 140 to 180 Lcd Contrast Selection of the LCD display contrast. Increment: 1 Value is indicated in relative number.
  • Page 45: Alarms Menu

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Alarms Menu Display Description Operation Period: Displays the running hours countdown, it displays the reverse number of hours of Display # 107. ALARMS IMPORTANT: Operation Period This countdown must be reset after servicing in order to remove the alarm for call of H1: 1000Hr...
  • Page 46: List Of Alarms

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual List of Alarms No alarm must be reset prior to identifying and rectifying the cause of fault. Please refer to the troubleshooting guide for help on identifying and resolving potential problems.
  • Page 47: Diagnostics Menu

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Diagnostics Menu Display Description Input Voltage: Displays the analog inputs: DIAGNOSTICS Input Voltage Input #1: Control setpoint input voltage Input #1: 7.15V Input #2: Room humidity input voltage Input #2: 7.13V Input #3: Duct humidity input voltage Input #3: 7.14V...
  • Page 48: Com Port Set-Up Menu

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Com Port Set-up Menu Display Description Values COM PORT SET UP Com Port Speed: Com Port Speed N/A Baud Default: N/A N/A Baud Not Applicable, communication speed unit is not a variable. The communication speed is expressed in Baud.
  • Page 49: Personal Notes

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Personal Notes...
  • Page 50: Exploded Views & Parts List

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Exploded Views & Parts List General General exploded view - Fig. 52 Item Description Model Part number SKG Cabinet All models SW G1012 Evaporation chamber assembly See detail Front door assembly See detail...
  • Page 51 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Exploded Views & Parts List Item 2 – Evaporation chamber assembly detail Evaporation chamber exploded view - Fig. 52 Item Description Model Part number Water tank SW G3208 All models...
  • Page 52 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Exploded Views & Parts List Item 3 - Door assembly detail Door assembly detail - Fig. 53 Item Description Model Part number Front door All models SP G1012-5 Air filter...
  • Page 53 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Exploded Views & Parts List Item 11 – Igniter assembly Igniter assembly - Fig. 55 Item Description Model Part number Igniter holder assembly SW GIGNHOLD-ASSY All models Igniter All models...
  • Page 54 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Exploded Views & Parts List Water level sensor assembly Water level sensor assembly - Fig. 57 Item Description Model Part number Water level sensor assembly All models SW GWATLEV-ASSY Water level sensor...
  • Page 55: Multiple Modules Composition Table

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SKGE3 Gas Fired Humidifier Installation Instructions and User Manual Multiple Modules Composition Table Module Module Module Module 1 (master) (fig.56) Module model number & quantity Humidifier No of Model Modules SKG100 SKG150 SKG180 SKG200 SKGE3-0501 N/P SKGE3-0701 N/P...
  • Page 56 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 400 Lebeau blvd, Montreal, Qc, H4N 1R6, Canada www.neptronic.com Toll free in North America: 1-800-361-2308 Tel.: (514) 333-1433 Fax: (514) 333-3163 Customer service fax: (514) 333-1091 Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm (Eastern time)

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