Introduction ....................5 Notes ......................5 Precautions ........................6 Grounding ....................6 Checking the battery level ................6 Introduction to the SMART-8C/3MD ................7 Features ......................7 Theory of operation ..................7 3.2.1 Mode ..........................7 3.2.2 Fan operation ........................ 7 3.2.3 Curtains ..........................
The information contained herein has been prepared by qualified experts within Munters. While we believe the information is accurate and complete, we make no warranty or representation for any particular purposes. The information is offered in good faith and with the understanding that any use of the units or accessories in breach of the directions and warnings in this document is at the sole discretion and risk of the user.
SMART-8C/3MD gives you control over the temperature and humidity in buildings using intelligent, user-friendly climate control software. The primary function of SMART-8C/3MD is to control the fans; the secondary function is to control curtains. Ventilation also includes fogging and soaking options.
Relay controlled fans: There are three relay controlled fans that provide additional • ventilation. These fans turn on when the Munters Drive fans turn on. 3.2.3 Curtains The controllers open and close curtains according to temperature readings. In the presence of high wind speeds, the curtains can be set to a minimum position.
If the system displays a Hot Key screen and alarms arise, both the Hot Key screen and the alarm are displayed alternately every three seconds. If more than one alarm is activated, the Hot Key screen displays the different alarms alternately. 3.7 LEDs The following illustrations detail the SMART-8C/3MD LEDs Fogger Soaker Curtain Open...
4 Using the SMART-8C/3MD The following sections detail: Initial Setup, page 11 • Sensor Configuration, page 12 • Testing sensors and relays, page 13 • Cooling, page 14 • 4.1 Initial Setup The following sections detail the initial steps to be taken after installing a unit.
The alarm message remains on the screen. Table 2 lists the alarm messages. View the alarms on the main screen. The main screen displays the alarms and the main screen alternately. SMART-8C/3MD navigates between the alarms automatically.
4.2.2 Configuring digital input sensors This section details how to install the digital inputs. SMART-8C/3MD can support a water counter and a wind speed reader. Each digital input is optional and independently installed. NOTE Only perform the steps required for your particular installation.
The following sections detail how to configure the cooling methods. • Munters Drive fans • Foggers and soakers • Configuring the curtain 4.4.1 Munters Drive fans The following sections detail how to configure the Munters Drive fans. Munters Drive background • Configuring the Munters Drive fans •...
4.4.2 Foggers and soakers The following section details how to configure the foggers and soakers. These work in conjunction with the Munters Drive Fans. Soakers work with Munters Drive 1, foggers work with Munters Drive 2. Fogger and soaker background •...
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Figure 3: Graph demonstrating Zone 1 ventilation and soaking NOTE When soakers operate, Fan1 is disabled. The fans go from 0 to 100% based on the Munters Drive Temp Diff and Temp Band • parameters (Munters Drive fans setup). Soakers begin operating based on the Temp Diff On parameter (Fogger and soaker setup) •...
Multi wire supply! Up to nine independent mains input may be present in the SMART- WARNING! 8C/3MD Controller. Put all appropriate circuit breakers in the OFF position before servicing. 5.2 SMART-8C/3MD wiring The following drawings detail the SMART-8C/3MD wiring. Before wiring the unit, disconnect the power! WARNING! Figure 6: Board Layout •...
Electrical equipment can be destroyed or slowly damaged by voltage spikes, lightning hits, etc. Proper electrical grounding in combination with the SMART-8C/3MD internal protections is essential to protect the system, reduce the risk of damage and prolong its lifetime. Correct selection and installation of equipment will protect your system and reduce the risk of human injury.
Minimum Position (%) Time From 08:00 00:00 23:59 Time To 17:00 00:00 23:59 Table 4: Munters Drive Fan Parameters Summary Parameter Name Default Value Increment Value Min Value Max Value Temp Diff -3 ° F -20 ° F 40 ° F Temp Band +3 °...
12 months of the delivery of the defective product. Munters has thirty days from the date of receipt in which to take action, and has the right to examine the product at the customer’s premises or at its own plant (carriage cost to be borne by the customer).
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The use of non-original spare parts or incorrect assembly exonerates the manufacturer from all liability. Requests for technical assistance and spare parts can be made directly to the nearest Munters office. A full list of contact details can be found on the back page of this manual.
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Munters Brasil Industria e Comercio Ltda, Phone +55 41 3317 5050, Canada Munters Corporation Mason, Phone +1 517 676 7070, China Munters Air Treatment Equipment (Beijing) Co. Ltd, Phone +86 10 80 418 000, Denmark Munters A/S, Phone +45 9862 3311, India...
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