Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Table of contents Condensate drain General information Electric connection Introduction 3.10 Optional operating options Safety 3.11 Central VOC sensor Intended use 3.12 Central humidity sensor EC conformity 3.13 Defroster heater Technical design 3.14...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Table of contents Control strategies Product data sheets according to the ErP directive Weekly programme 10.1 profi-air 250/360 flex Automatic mode 10.2 profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit Automatic summer bypass with external sensors Frost protection of the heat exchanger 10.3...
Make sure that the fans cannot be touched with hands as long as the system is connected to the power grid. In case of maintenance, the device may therefore be opened in the “dead” state only, and profi-air 250/360 flex may only be...
Please ensure that the overflow outlets are not blocked or covered in order not to impede proper functioning of the system. Operation of profi-air 250/360 flex during the building drying stage is inappropriate in terms of its intended use. EC conformity The profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit bears the CE marking.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Technical design Dimensions of the profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit Top view AUTO 313,5 Front view AUTO 313,5 AUTO 313,5 Bottom view...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex AUTO Structure and components of the profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit 2.2.1 Structure and components, outside AUTO AUTO AUTO Number Operating mode A (delivery condition) Operating mode B Supply air connection opening DN 160...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 2.2.2 Structure and components, inside AUTO Airflow Einstellwerte / Calibration / Calibrazione [Pa] [Pa] Number Operating mode A (delivery condition) Operating mode B USB connection (connection between laptop and VU) USB connection (connection between laptop and VU)
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 2.2.3 Sensor positions AUTO Airflow Einstellwerte / Calibration / Calibrazione [Pa] [Pa] Name Operating mode A (delivery condition) Operating mode B T1 fresh air temperature sensor T3 extract air temperature sensor T2 supply air temperature sensor...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex profi-air 250/360 flex control board Number Description Network connection (connection for on-site router) Modbus interface (connection for external control panel or profi-air connection box) Antenna connection Digital signal input (can be programmed using the profi-air cockpit pro software) Mainboard fuse Connection J2 –...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex profi-air 250/360 flex installation Transport and unpacking Please handle profi-air flex with utmost care during transport and unpacking. Checking the scope of delivery Please contact the supplier immediately if the delivered profi-air flex unit is damaged or incomplete.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Electric connection options Structure of the ventilation unit Connection options Wireless remote control profi-air flex Optional external control unit Control board Defroster heater Control unit Humidistat Optional defroster heater Connection box Optional humidity sensor...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Schematic diagram of wall installation Operating mode B The following list of numbered components and airflow directions applies to both schematic diagrams. Number Description Fastening rail for wall installation Supply air connection opening DN 160...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex AUTO AUTO Rechtsversion (B) Right unit unitá testra Version droite AUTO Rechtsversion(B) Right unit unitá destra Version droite If required, switch the operating mode before installing profi-air flex. The condensate drain at the profi-air flex unit changes when the operating mode is switched.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.6.2 Fastening of units Wall mounting set for profi-air flex The mounting set included with the delivery provides sound-decoupled installation of the profi-air flex ventilation unit on a load-bearing wall. Attach the fastening rail to the wall and mount the ventilation unit onto it.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Floor mounting set for profi-air flex The mounting set is used for the sound-decoupled installation of the profi-air flex ventilation unit. Both floor stands are screwed to the floor panel of the ventilation unit.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Air connections profi-air flex connection set (ISO pipe or spiral duct) The profi-air flex connection set consists of four double nipples DN 160 incl. lip seal. These double nipples provide the connection between the ventilation unit connect- ing piece (fresh, exhaust, extract and supply air connection) and the pipe system selected (profi-air ISO pipe or spiral duct).
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex With operating mode A, you must NOT cut open the right side since this would lead to a discharge of the condensate!
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Alternative supply air connection at the bottom (operating mode B) AUTO AUTO AUTO...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex With operating mode B, you must NOT cut open the left side since this would lead to a discharge of the condensate! Condensate drain Due to heat recovery, condensate accrues in the profi-air flex heat exchanger. The water accumulated is discharged from the unit in a controlled manner via a conden- sate drain.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation and connection of condensate hose (operating mode A) ≥ 100 mm Connect the condensate line only after wall installation of profi-air flex has been completed. Additional condensate lines must be installed with a gradient of at least 2 %.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation and connection of condensate hose (operating mode B) ≥ 100 mm Connect the condensate line only after wall installation of profi-air flex has been completed. Additional condensate lines must be installed with a gradient of at least 2 %.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Electric connection The network connection is established using a pre-installed mains cable, and it is to be secured according to local electric codes. Electric connection activities are to be carried out by authorised and qualified personnel and in the "dead"...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation and establishment of connection – profi-air cockpit Step Procedure Disconnect the ventilation unit from the power grid. Remove the filter cover. Open the housing front. Loosen the control unit’s fixing screws and unhinge it so that the network cable can be inserted properly into the cable routing later.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Connect the network cable to the control board. AUTO AUTO Install your on-site wireless router according to its operating instructions and put it into operation. Afterwards, connect the network cable to your router.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Start the profi-air cockpit app and push the “Scan” button. When the symbol is lit green, there is a connection with the ventilation unit. Afterwards, tap on the displayed device and the app will start.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.10.2 Optional wireless remote control In order to put the wireless remote control into operation, it must be energized (2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries or with a USB cable). Subsequently, the ventilation unit must be energized. The connection between the ventilation unit and the wireless remote control is then established automatically.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.10.3 Optional external control panel The scope of delivery of the external control panel includes the control panel incl. connection cable, one white cover frame and a metal frame for installation in an on-site concealed or exposed socket.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex For more information on operation, see Section 4. 3.11 Central VOC sensor Fully automatic control for comfort ventilation: VOC concentration as an indicator of ambient air pollution Saving of energy due to needs-based ventilation Switching of the ventilation modes with installed central VOC sensor: <...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation of the central VOC sensor / operating mode A AUTO m a x . 1 0 0 m...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation of the central VOC sensor / operating mode B...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.12 Central humidity sensor Fully automatic control for comfort ventilation: Water content as an indicator of ambient air pollution Saving of energy due to needs-based ventilation Switching of the ventilation modes with installed central humidity sensor: The automatic mode regulates the air performance for supply and extract air if the central humidity sensor is installed in the extract air connector of the ventilation unit.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex m a x . 1 0 0 m...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation of the central VOC sensor / operating mode B...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.13 Defroster heater The profi-air defroster heater is an air preheating device which can be integrated into the profi-air flex ventilation unit and which is intended to protect the heat exchanger from freezing condensate. The defroster heater can be switched on and off via the frost protection strategy stored in the ventilation unit.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.14 Connection box The connection box allows more electric connections at profi-air flex to extend the range of functions. The following additional connections are possible after installa- tion: Fire alarm Standby switch External fan activation...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 3.16 Silencer The profi-air silencer helps to minimise the air noise generated by the fans installed in the ventilation unit. It consists of two flexible aluminium pipes and a sound-absorbing layer made of resin-bonded mineral wool. Owing to its design, the silencer is very flexible and can be bent by 90°.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Installation of enthalpy heat exchanger AUTO Airflow AUTO Airf low AUTO Airflow F R O Airfl ow n / Calib razio ratio / Calib Eins tellw erte [Pa] [Pa] Airflow Einstellwerte / Calibration / Calibrazione [Pa] ...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Commissioning and operation of profi-air 250/360 flex The following sections will explain commissioning and operation of the profi-air flex ventilation unit using the internal control panel, the profi-air cockpit app and the profi-air cockpit pro software. Here, you will find all the possible setting parameters as well as notes on individual functions and factory settings.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Function Indication / control – operating mode – Manual operation – Demand control (automatic mode) – Weekly programme Indication / control – summer bypass – Manual summer bypass – Automatic summer bypass – Manual summer cooling mode (only possible for operation without fireplace – profi-air cockpit pro settings under “Settings” –...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 4.1.3 profi-air cockpit pro software overview You can download the profi-air cockpit pro software from our homepage and install it on your laptop / PC. Please refer to Section 3.18 for more information on how to connect the software with the ventilation unit.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 4.1.4 Structure of the external control panel Operator side Function Control – manual ventilation mode / fireplace mode Indication of ventilation mode 0 to 4 AUTO Indication and control – summer bypass Indication and control – weekly programme / automatic mode Indication and resetting –...
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Step Procedure Check operating mode A/B according to Section 3.6.1 and make sure that profi-air 250/360 flex is equipped with the appropriate operating mode label. Set the defaults for the air outlets by: setting the disc valves installing and setting the regulating elements...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Activate the commissioning mode by pushing and holding the “Manual ventila- tion mode” and the “Automatic mode” buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. AUTO If the commissioning mode has been activated, the two green LEDs will start flashing and ventilation mode 3 will be indicated.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Determine the pressure loss at the heat exchanger on the basis of the air volume to be set in ventilation mode 3. To do so, press the “NEXT” button until the “Nominal volume / Pressure loss”...
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AUTO Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Airflow AUTO Einstellwerte / Calibration / Calibrazione [Pa] [Pa] Connect a differential pressure gauge to the supply air channel depending on the operating mode. To do so, open the pressure taps at the ventilation unit and connect them to the Operating mode A measuring device.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Adjust the required supply air volume. Increase supply air volume To do so, adjust the performance of the supply air fan using the integrated con- trol panel until the measured pressure loss equals the established pressure loss.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Step Procedure Seal the pressure taps. Deactivate the commissioning mode by pushing and holding the “Manual ventilation mode” and the “Automatic mode” buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. AUTO Push the “NEXT” button and afterwards “CLOSE” to exit the commissioning mode.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Operation of profi-air 250/360 flex with control panel / profi-air cockpit app The following section deals with operating profi-air flex using the control panel or the profi-air cockpit app. Here, you will find all possible setting parameters for control as well as notes on individual functions.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Weekly programme Weekly programme Control unit AUTO Press the button once to control the unit using a weekly programme. The LED will be lit continuously. The weekly programme selected last will be activated.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Automatic mode Automatic mode Control unit Press the button for 5 seconds to control the unit using the automatic mode. The LED starts flashing to indicate activated automatic mode. AUTO profi-air cockpit app You can select the automatic mode of operation via the “Programme”...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Manual summer bypass The summer bypass can also be opened manually if the target values for the automatic summer bypass are not yet reached but a cooler supply air temperature is desired. In order to being able to open the summer bypass manually, the fresh air temperature must exceed 9 °C and be below the supply and/or extract air temperature.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Fireplace mode Fireplace mode When lighting a fireplace it can make sense to produce overpressure to avoid smoke formation in the room. The ventilation unit is controlled as follows with activated fireplace mode: Supply air is set to ventilation mode 3.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Night mode Night mode The ventilation unit runs in ventilation mode 1 with activated night mode. This function can be used together with the automatic mode, manual operation and activated weekly programme. Control unit This function cannot be set via the control unit.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Error messages Error messages The summer bypass can also be opened manually if the target values for the automatic summer bypass are not yet reached but a cooler supply air temperature is desired.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Filter lifespan Filter lifespan The filter lifespan specifies how long a filter can be used until the filter replacement indication is displayed by the unit. Control unit This function cannot be set via the control unit.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Factory settings and setting ranges of control units The following section describes the different factory settings of the ventilation unit and the setting options at the control panel, wireless remote control, profi-air cockpit app and profi-air cockpit pro software.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Control strategies Weekly programme Due to the time profiles stored, the weekly programme mode controls the air performance for supply and extract air. Weekly programme P1 is factory-set. This can be adjusted only with the help of the profi-air cockpit app, the profi-air cockpit pro software, or the optional wireless remote control.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Weekly programme P3 Monday – Friday Time / mode Weekend Time / mode Weekly programme P4 Monday – Friday Time / mode Weekend Time / mode Weekly programme P5 Monday – Friday Time /...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Weekly programme P6 Monday – Friday Time / mode Weekend Time / mode Weekly programme P7 Monday – Friday Time / mode Weekend Time / mode Weekly programme P8 Monday – Friday Time /...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Weekly programme P9 Monday – Friday Time / mode Weekend Time / mode Weekly programme P10 Monday – Friday Time / mode Weekend Time / mode Weekly programme P11 Using the profi-air cockpit pro software, you can programme the P11 weekly programme completely as required.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 6.2 Automatic mode The automatic mode controls the air performance of supply and extract air based on the humidity and/or VOC sensor which can be installed in the extract air connector of the ventilation unit.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 6.4 Frost protection of the heat exchanger 6.4.1 Frost protection of the heat exchanger without defroster heater A frost protection strategy is integrated into The speed of the supply air fan decreases by 3 rev./second until the mini- the control in order to prevent ice formation mum speed is reached.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Servicing and maintenance To permanently ensure a hygienic heat recovery ventila- for maintaining and cleaning the system. According to DIN tion system, it is particularly important to maintain and 1946-6, the parts listed below should be inspected regu- service the system at regular intervals.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Linksversion(A) Linksversion(A) Left unit unitá sinistra Left unit Version gauche unitá sinistra Version gauche Rechtsversion(B) Right unit unitá destra Version droite AUTO Air flow ISO Coarse 75 %(G4) ISO Coarse 75 %(G4) ISO Coarse 75 %(G4) ISO Coarse 75 %(G4)
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Maintenance information for specialists Ventilation units should be maintained by a specialist every 24 months. The following work steps are to be performed: Visual inspection of the unit for damage and corrosion Inspection and, if necessary, replacement of unit filters...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex max. 40 °C Exercise caution when dismantling the heat exchanger as it may contain condensate water. Dry the rinsed heat exchanger prior to installation. Do not clean the heat exchanger with aggressive substances or cleaning agents containing solvents.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 7.2.2 Inspection and cleaning of the fans...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Do not clean the fan with liquids, aggressive substances or cleaning agents containing solvents. Do not damage fan blades, and do not shift or remove balance weights.
In case a fault is present in the profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit or the voltage supply has been inter- rupted, no sufficient air exchange is provided. This can cause humidity- and mould-related problems.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex profi-air cockpit app or wire- Fault report less remote control fault Possible cause Control response integrated control panel report Optional internal extract air Flashing red LED and acoustic The unit keeps working, yet in...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 8.2.2 Fault clearance E1 to E2 fans Error message fans Error message integrated control panel flashing red LED flashes once / extract air fan flashes two times / supply air fan profi-air cockpit app or wireless remote control error message...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 8.2.3 Fault clearance E4 to E7 temperature sensors Error message temperature sensor Error message integrated control panel flashing red LED flashes four times / fresh air sensor flashes five times / supply air sensor...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 8.2.4 Fault clearance E9 optional internal extract air sensor Error message optional internal extract air sensor Error message integrated control panel flashing red LED flashes nine times / optional internal extract air sensor...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 8.2.5 Fault clearance other messages profi-air cockpit app or wire- Fault report less remote control fault Possible cause Checkup / measure integrated control panel report Has the unit been adjusted? Check the settings with the...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex profi-air cockpit app or wire- Fault report less remote control fault Possible cause Checkup / measure integrated control panel report Check the contact in the optional connection box. Flashing red LED and acoustic The fire alarm connected to Contact bypassed –...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Faults (or problems) without reports In this section, you will find support for faults or problems without a fault report being displayed. Fault / problem Possible causes Checkup / measure The integrated control panel / the...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Fault / problem Possible causes Checkup / measure Air volume balance between Re-establish the air volume balance. Please remember to supply and extract air is not cor- check the filters. rect. Automatic summer bypass Temperatures are still within the set limits: remains open.
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Fault / problem Possible causes Checkup / measure Absence of silencer. Install silencer. No or false adjustment. See Section 4.2 for adjusting the unit. Whistling noise from an air gap. Seal the air gap.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Technical data Data sheet Unit type profi-air 250 flex profi-air 360 flex Weight [kg] approx. 42 approx. 42 Dimensions (WxDxH) [mm] 540 x 549 x 1,056 540 x 549 x 1,056 Depth including mounting rail...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Pressure loss increase filter ePM1 55 % (F7) If the profi-air flex ventilation unit is furnished with an ePM1 55 % filter (pollen filter), the pressure loss of the entire unit will increase. This increase in pressure loss can be determined with the help of the following diagram.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Sound data 9.5.1 profi-air 250 flex 9.5.1.1 Sound, equipment emission Pressure Air volume [m³/h] Sound pressure level at a distance of 1 m in a standard room* Lp dB(A) [Pa] 36.2 38.1 41.1 41.8 43.5...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 9.5.1.4 Sound, fresh air connector Pres- Sound power level Lw dB(A) Air volume [m³/h] sure 63 Hz 125 Hz 250 Hz 500 Hz 1,000 Hz 2,000 Hz 4,000 Hz 8,000 Hz Total [Pa] 33.8 39.9 48.4 43.8...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 9.5.2.2 Sound, supply air connector Pres- Sound power level Lw dB(A) Air volume [m³/h] sure 63 Hz 125 Hz 250 Hz 500 Hz 1,000 Hz 2,000 Hz 4,000 Hz 8,000 Hz Total [Pa] 30.5 27.7 37.7 41.3...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex Connection description Value Input 1 can be programmed using the profi-air cockpit pro software Digital input Input 2 can be programmed using the profi-air cockpit pro software L – 230 VAC AC mains inlet N –...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 10 Product data sheets according to the ErP directive 10.1 profi-air 250 flex FRÄNKISCHE Rohrwerke Gebr. Kirchner GmbH & Co. KG Manufacturer Hellinger Straße 1, 97486 Königsberg/Germany Type of product profi-air 250 flex...
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Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 10.2 profi-air 250 flex ventilation unit with external sensors FRÄNKISCHE Rohrwerke Gebr. Kirchner GmbH & Co. KG Manufacturer Hellinger Straße 1, 97486 Königsberg/Germany Type of product profi-air 250 flex Catalogue number 78304725 Additional equipment min.
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 10.3 profi-air 360 flex FRÄNKISCHE Rohrwerke Gebr. Kirchner GmbH & Co. KG Manufacturer Hellinger Straße 1, 97486 Königsberg/Germany Type of product profi-air 360 flex Catalogue number 78304736 Additional equipment none cold –74.9 Specific energy consumption average –37.5...
Installation and operating instructions profi-air 250/360 flex 10.4 profi-air 360 flex ventilation unit with external sensors FRÄNKISCHE Rohrwerke Gebr. Kirchner GmbH & Co. KG Manufacturer Hellinger Straße 1, 97486 Königsberg/Germany Type of product profi-air 360 flex Catalogue number 78304736 Additional equipment min.
Deviating from the applicable GTCs, the manufacturer grants a warranty of 24 months from the time of completion of the instal- lation for the profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit, but not more than 30 months from the date of manufacture of the installed profi-air 250/360 flex ventilation unit.
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