VKDV-K2 CONTENTS Safety requirements ..................................2 Purpose ........................................ 4 Delivery set ......................................4 Designation key ....................................5 Technical data ....................................6 Mounting and set-up .................................. 9 Connection to power mains ..............................11 Commissioning ....................................13 Technical maintenance ................................14 Storage and transportation regulations .......................... 16 Manufacturer’s warranty ................................
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VKDV-K2 Do not close or block the intake or extract vents in order to ensure the efficient air flow. Do not sit on the unit and do not put objects on it. The information in this user’s manual was correct at the time of the document’s preparation.
PURPOSE The VKDV-K2 series fan is designed for roof mounting in industrial, public, residential, administrative, and other premises (except for categories A and B of explosive fire hazard in accordance with the NPB 105-03) and is used for forced removal of smoke, heated gases and the simultaneous removal of heat generated in a fire outside the premises where the fire occurs.
VKDV-K2 TECHNICAL DATA The fans are rated for connection to 3~400 V/50 Hz power mains. Both a direct connection to power mains and a connection via a frequency converter are possible. The unit is rated as a Class I electrical appliance. IP55 protection class.
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VKDV-K2 Overall dimensions Ø d 4 holes www.ventilation-system.com...
VKDV-K2 MOUNTING AND SET-UP READ THE USER'S MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT. Prior to mounting the fan: • Read the present User’s manual carefully. • Check the fan for any mechanical damages caused by wrong transportation. • Manually check the impeller for smooth rotation. •...
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VKDV-K2 Insulated motor cover Outer casing Protecting housing of the terminal box Support panel The roof-mounted smoke extraction fan consists of the welded support panel to which are attached: • electric motor covered with an insulated cover • terminal box located on the outer casing of the fan •...
VKDV-K2 CONNECTION TO POWER MAINS DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY PRIOR TO ANY OPERATIONS WITH THE UNIT. CONNECTION OF THE UNIT TO POWER MAINS IS ALLOWED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN WITH A WORK PERMIT FOR THE ELECTRIC UNITS UP TO 1000 V AFTER CAREFUL READING OF THE PRESENT USER’S MANUAL.
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VKDV-K2 ASYNCHRONOUS ELECTRIC MOTOR STARTING METHODS There are several methods for starting asynchronous squirrel-cage electric motors. The most common methods are: direct-on-line (DOL), with a soft starter (SS) or with a frequency converter (FC). Direct-on-line starting In case of direct-on-line starting (i.e. by connecting the motor to the electric mains with a simple line contactor), the motor starting time significantly increases due to high inertia of the impeller, which, in turn, results in high in-rush starting currents in the circuit.
VKDV-K2 Problems associated with DOL starting The problems caused by DOL starting may be divided into two groups: An abrupt start causes mechanical shock, jolts in the mechanism, shock removal of free play etc. A heavy start cannot be completed. Let us review three variations of a heavy start: 1.
VKDV-K2 TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS! MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER MAINS BEFORE REMOVING THE PROTECTION PRIOR TO COMMENCING ANY TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE PUT UP A PROHIBITORY SIGN ON THE FAN STARTING PANEL: “DO NOT SWITCH ON! MEN AT WORK!”...
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VKDV-K2 The fan fails to reach the Fan motor overloaded. Eliminate the overload. required rotation speed due to Improper fan starting method. Use a soft starter or frequency converter to start the motor serious overheating of the fan (see “Asynchronous Electric Motor Starting Methods” motor.
VKDV-K2 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS • Store the unit in the manufacturer’s original packaging box in a dry closed ventilated premise with temperature range from +5 °C to + 40 °C and relative humidity up to 70 %. • Storage environment must not contain aggressive vapors and chemical mixtures provoking corrosion, insulation, and sealing deformation.
VKDV-K2 MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY The product is in compliance with EU norms and standards on low voltage guidelines and electromagnetic compatibility. We hereby declare that the product complies with the provisions of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council, Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council and CE-marking Council Directive 93/68/EEC.
VKDV-K2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE Unit Type Roof-mounted centrifugal smoke extraction fan Model Serial Number Manufacture Date Quality Inspector’s Stamp SELLER INFORMATION Seller Address Phone Number E-mail Purchase Date This is to certify acceptance of the complete unit delivery with the user’s manual. The warranty terms are acknowledged and accepted.
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