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Children may not play with the appliance. If you need a new power cable, always order the replacement from Brink Climate Systems B.V. To prevent dangerous situations, a damaged mains connection must only...
2 General The Flair 400 Enthalpy is a ventilation unit with heat recovery for the balanced ventilation of dwellings. Features: ▪ Maximum capacity 400 m³/h ▪ ▪ High efficiency heat exchanger ▪ ▪ Filters ISO Coarse 60% ▪ ▪ Modular electric preheater ▪...
3 Version 3.1 Technical information Flair 400 Enthalpy Plus Flair 400 Enthalpy (Plus) Supply voltage [V/Hz] 230V/50Hz Dimensions (w x h x d) [mm] 750 x 650 x 560 Duct diameter [mm]ø ø180 Weight [kg] 38.5 Filter class ISO Coarse 60% (ISO ePM1.0 for the air supply optional) Fan setting (factory setting) Factory setting [m³/h]...
3.2 Connections and dimensions The Flair appliance is available in a left-hand and right-hand version. With a left-hand version the “warm” connections (from dwelling 3 and to dwelling 1) are on the left-hand side of the appliance; the condensate discharge is then mounted at the right-hand opening below the appliance. With a right-hand version the “warm” connections (1 &...
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All dimensions in millimeters. Diameter of all collars is 180 mm Supply air Exhaust air Extract Outdoor air Electrical connections Sealing cap unused condensate discharge connection; do not remove! Extract air filter Supply air filter Mounting bracket Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 9...
3.3 Exploded view of appliance The appliance shown above is a left-hand version: in the case of a right-hand version, the connector of the preheater and bypass valve are installed in mirror image! Touchscreen Enthalpy heat exchanger USB connector (X13) Motor bypass valve Service connector Discharge filter...
For external control a 4-way switch (® Connecting extra multiple switch with filter indication page 38) can, for example, be chosen, but control is also possible with the Brink Air Control (® Connecting Brink Air Control page 40), CO sensor(s) (®...
4.4 Plus version The ‘Plus’ version is equipped with an extra control board with more connections for various applications. This extra control board is located in a plastic housing behind the existing control board on top of the appliance. It is also possible to remove the entire Plus pcb including casing from the appliance and mount it on, for example, a wall separate from the heat recovery appliance;...
▪ Make sure there is a free space of at least 70 cm at the front of the appliance and a free headroom of 1.8 m. ▪ ▪ Make sure there is a free space of at least 25 cm above the appliance, for connecting the appliance and any ▪ necessary servicing of the circuit board. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 13...
The location of the input valves must be chosen in such a way to prevent fouling and drafts. We recommend using Brink Climate Systems B.V. input valves. When using flexible mufflers, account must be taken during the installation that these may need to be replaced after a period of time.
Electrical diagram page 33); for more information and the correct modBus settings see the separate Modbus manual on the Brink website! Note: When ModBus is active, the ventilation mode cannot be changed using the display or, if applicable, the connected multiple switch! Also any connected humidity sensor will not function.
The fault messages of all appliances are shown on the display of the master appliance and shown on the display of the relevant appliance. When using a Brink Air Control or the BrinkHome, always connect this to the Master. After connecting the cables configure each Flair 400 Enthalpy appliance: - Enable "internalBus"...
6 Display 6.1 General explanation of control panel A display with touchscreen is located at the front of the appliance. This display is used to operate the appliance and to provide the user with information about the status of the appliance. When the mains power is switched on, the software version is first shown;...
"Filter cleaning" (® Cleaning filters page 28) for more information. This symbol is only shown if a fault has occurred in the appliance; see chapter Faults (® Fault analysis page 25) for more information. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 19...
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This appliance is set as Master appliance if a number of appliances are connected (cascade) Appliance is set as Slave appliance; maximum of 9 appliances can be connected to a Master. Control via eBus for example Brink Air Control . Control via ModBus or internal Bus.
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Zone Symbol on display Description Internet connection/Network connection Signal strength USB connection active. 11:07 Current set time of the device. 02.01.2020 Current date. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 21...
6.3 Display information When no keys are operated or when no deviating situation has developed (such as fault message or filter message) then the light will go out two minutes after the last key has been operated. When there is a filter message or a fault in the appliance, then the light of the display will be on permanently until the fault has been solved or the filter message has been reset.
1 and 3 depending on the measured PPM values: for a connected humidity sensor the air flow will be switched to mode 3 when this is switched on. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 23...
Warning: As changes in the settings menu can disrupt the proper functioning of the appliance, changes of settings not described here require consultation with Brink Climate Systems B.V. Incorrect settings may seriously affect the proper performance of the appliance! 7.4 Factory settings It is possible to simultaneously revert all the changed settings back to the factory settings.
Contact the installer to remedy this fault. 1. Supply fan defective A locking fault cannot be remedied by taking the voltage from the appliance; first the fault has to be solved. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 25...
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Warning! When working on the appliance, always first take the voltage from the appliance by pulling the power plug. In the table below the locking faults are marked with an * after the fault number. The display shows a brief explanation of this fault code. If there is reference to the "Standby"...
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Brink Air Control Check wiring to accessories/ Brink Air Control message and other Check accessories/ Brink Air Control and replace if defective accessories do If there is still a fault after this: Take voltage from appliance not work. and replace basic pcb UWA2-B...
9 Maintenance 9.1 Cleaning filters The maintenance for the user is limited to the periodic cleaning or replacement of the filters. The filters only has to be cleaned if this is indicated on the display (the filter symbol is shown here) or, if a multiple switch with filter indication has been installed and the red LED of the switch is on.
Installer maintenance includes cleaning the heat exchanger, internal preheater and fans. Dependent on the conditions, this must done about once every three years. Remove the power supply by pulling out the plug. Open the filter door. Remove the two filters. Remove the front cover. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 29...
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Remove the heat exchanger. Be careful not to damage the foam parts in the appliance. Wash the heat exchanger with hot water (max. 45°C) and a regular detergent. Then rinse the exchanger with hot water. Take EPS assembly, with which the fan is inserted into the appliance, out of the appliance. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E...
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Tilt the fan in such a way that this can be taken out of the EPS assembly; disconnect both fan cables from the fan. Now take the fan out of the appliance. Repeat steps 6 to 9 for the other fan in the appliance. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 31...
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Carefully clean both fans with a soft brush; do not use any water or cleaning agent. Clean the internal preheater (for position see ® Service articles page 48). Place both fans back in the appliance and connect the disconnected fan cables once more; when doing so, take care that the fan cables are “behind”...
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USB stick for updating software (not supplied with appliance) X18 = 24V (max 5VA) Service connector X19 = Signal output Laptop with installed Brink service tool (not supplied) Plus pcb (option) Touchscreen on appliance Valve motor bypass valve X03 = 24V...
It is best to use a 4-way switch with filter indication; always install an RJ12 connector in combination with a 6- core modular cable. When using a 3-way switch without filter indication always install an RJ11 connector in combination with a 4-core modular cable. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 35...
11.1.1 Connecting multiple switch with filter indication A = Flair appliance (For example a Flair appliance type 4-0) B = 4-way switch with filter indication C = Modular cable: Note: For the modular cable that is used, the “tab” of both modular connectors must be mounted facing the mark on the modular cable.
F = Modular cable: Note: For the modular cable that is used, the “tab” of both modular connectors must be mounted facing the mark on the modular cable. Wire colors C1 - C6 may vary dependent on the type of modular cable used. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 37...
11.1.3 Connecting extra multiple switch with filter indication = Flair appliance (For example a Flair appliance type 4-0) B1 = Multiple switch with filter indication B2 = Extra multi switch with filter indication = Splitter = Modular cable: Note: For the modular cable that is used, the “tab” of both modular connectors must be mounted facing the mark on the modular cable.
F = Modular cable: Note: For the modular cable that is used, the “tab” of both modular connectors must be mounted facing the mark on the modular cable. Wire colors C1 - C6 may vary dependent on the type of modular cable used. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 39...
11.2 Connecting Brink Air Control A = Flair appliance (For example a Flair appliance type 4-0) B = Brink Air Control (option) C = Two-core control cables D = Green two-pole screw connector E = Position green eBus connector to rear of control...
4 = The cable that comes with RH cable 5 = RH (humidity) sensor 6 = Duct from dwelling To switch on and set the sensitivity of the humidity sensor, go to step number 7.1 and 7.2 in the settings menu Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 41...
11.4 Connecting CO₂ sensor(s) A = Flair appliance (For example a Flair appliance type 4-0) B = 2-pole control cable for 24V power supply (black connectors) C = 2-core control cable for eBus connection (green connectors) D = CO sensor(s); connect a maximum of 4 E = Connection X17 (eBus) and X18 (24V) on Flair appliance For switching the CO sensor(s) on and off, select the right setting at step number 6.1 in the settings menu...
For further information regarding setting, operating and connecting demand-driven ventilation 2.0, refer to the installation instructions supplied with the demand-driven device. 1 = Zone valve demand-driven ventilation 2 = Power 24 VDC 3 = Brink Air Control C1 =brown C2 = blue 4 = Valve motor zone valve...
11.8 Connecting Geo-heat exchanger A geo heat exchanger can be connected to the Flair appliance with Plus PCB. Depending on the type of valve the geo heat exchanger can be connected to different connection of the Plus PCB: X10 no. 1 & 2 - Relay output 1 (Factory setting) X11 no.
N.B.: Appliance type, serial number and year of production are stated on the identification plate behind the plastic front panel on the appliance. Example Appliance type Flair 400 Enthalpy Serial number 430032220201 Year of production 2022 Part Article code 532770 Quantity Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 47...
12.2 Service articles Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E...
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Cable set 532767 The power cable is fitted with a circuit board connector. When replacing it, always order a replacement mains cable from Brink. To prevent dangerous situations, a damaged mains connection can only be replaced by a qualified expert.
13 Setting values 13.1 Setting values standard appliance The below setting values are for a Flair 400 Enthalpy-appliance without Plus pcb. Step Description Factory settings Setting range Comment Flow rate Air flow rate setting 0 50 m³/h 0 or adjustable between 50 m³/h and 400 m³/h (never higher than step no.
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(0=Master; 1 t/m 9 = Slave 1 t/m Slave 9) Central heating + heat recovery 12.1 Status On / Off Communication 14.1 Type of Bus connection ModBus Off / ModBus/ internal Bus 14.2 Slave address 1 - 247 For Modbus Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 51...
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Step Description Factory settings Setting range Comment 14.3 Baudrate 19k2 1200 / 2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19k2 / For Modbus 38k4 / 56k / 115k2 14.4 Parity Even No / Even / Odd For Modbus Appliance settings 15.1 Language English English/ German/ French/ Dutch/...
Fan runs at absolute minimum Fan at setting 1 Fan at setting 2 Fan at setting 3 Fan at step 0 Fan according to multiple switch Fan runs at absolute maximum No exhaust fan control Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E Brink / 53...
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Step Description Factory settings Setting range Comment 0 - 10 V. 10.1 Mode input 1 On / Off 10.2 minimum voltage 0V / 10V Connector X-12 input 1 10.3 maximum voltage 0V / 10V input 1 10.4 Mode input 2 On / Off 10.5 minimum voltage...
14 Conformity declaration This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. Manufacturer: Brink Climate Systems B.V. P.O. box 11 Address: NL-7950 AA, Staphorst, The Netherlands Product: Flair 400 Enthalpy The product described above complies with the following directives: ¨...
2,85 % Position dirty filter indication: On the display of the appliance / on the multiple switch (LED) / on the Brink Air Control. Attention! For optimal energy efficiency and a proper operation, a regular filter inspection, cleaning or replacement is necessary.
16 Recycling Recycling Sustainable materials are used in the manufacture of this appliance. The packaging should be disposed of in a responsible manner and in accordance with governmental regulations. Flair 400 Enthalpy 615931-E...
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