Introduction Overview This manual covers Wilms Dehumidifier types: KT 330 / KT 430 / KT 830 Warning It is the responsibility of the operator to read and understand this service manual and to use the correct operating procedures. Read the entire manual before the initial start-up of the dehumidifier. It is important to know the correct operating procedure for the unit and all safety precautions to prevent the possibility of property damage and/or personal injury.
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General warnings Warning: The dehumidifiers contain a flammable refrigerant. Take the following precautions, to avoid any danger Attention • Please note that refrigerants may not have an odour. Site requirements (installation and storage): The device must be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor •...
Product- and functional description Introduction: This section will give you a description of the machines types KT 330 / KT 430 / KT 830 and the functions: Principles of The following describes the air flow operation: through the dehumidifier: The air flow through the dehumidifier.
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• Display for temperature, relative humidity, hour meter and kW/h-consumption • Hour meter and display for consumed kW/h without 230V-connection • Adjustable service interval counter For correct operation look at the detailed instructions in this manual. Cooling KT 330, KT 430, KT 830 Circuit Diagram: Pos. Description Pos.
Set up and transport of the unit Introduction: This section provides information required for: unwrapping the unit, making it ready for use and transportation of the unit. Warning: If the dehumidifier has been laid down during transport, it is imperative to place it in upright position for at least one hour before put into service!!! Procedure: Follow these steps to unwrap the unit and make it ready for use:...
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Set up and transport of the unit Location Since the appliances contain a flammable refrigerant, the following requirements for requirements:the location must be fulfilled. • The device must be installed, operated and stored in a room with a area larger than than 4 m².
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Set up and transport of the unit Wheels The wheels are mounted so that the unit can easily be pulled upstairs without damaging the housing or the stairs. Transport/- The dehumidifier can be lifted by two persons or with a crane, see instructions below: Replacing Note: Observe local working environment rules regarding heavy lifting.
Operating Manual On-/Off- The following table shows the operation of the on-/off-function and the display texts Switching and operating status Push button Display Continuous operation INT HYG ON Operation controlled by internal hygrostat INT HYG STOP ,if the preset value of the internal hygrostat is reached EXT HYG ON operation controlled by external hygrostat...
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Operating Manual If an external hygrostat has been connected the unit automatically changes to operation Operation of with this hygrostat. an external Changes of the preset value can be done only on the external hygrostat. hygrostat (If the preset value has been reached the display shows: EXT HYG STOP The built-in hour meter counts the total operating hours (can not be reset) as well as Hour meter:...
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Operating Manual Text displays The dehumidifier has a built-in battery which makes it possible to read the display also without if not connected to a power supply. Without main power the following can be read: main power Button Explanation keep pressed shows the total energy consumption in kWh press once keep pressed...
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Operating Manual Cut the cable strap which holds the battery. Exchange battery and use a new maximum 2,5 mm wide cable strap. Use only batteries of type Alkaline AAA. Illustration of circuit board with battery in the wiring diagram on page 33. Fault An overview of possible faults which make a normal operation impossible.
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Operating Manual Emptying the It is not necessary to shut down the dehumidifier when emptiying the water tank. water tank The dehumidifier shuts down automatically when the water tank is removed. Follow the procedure to empty the water tank: Step Measure Illustration Pull the handle in front of the water tank to remove...
Hygrostat with 1,5 m cable and 3102004 jack plug. Tap and Ball tap and brass screwed KT 330 - KT 430 - 3103750 screwed hose connector and clamp for KT 830 - hose direct drain of condensate water.
The device is carefully maintained and inspected there, for leaks in the cooling system maintenance and tested for electrical safety. according to Wilms also offers fixed service contacts where these devices can be repaired. service For more details, please contact your nearest Wilms dealer.
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Preventive Maintenance Proceed as follows: Monthly inspection: Step Measure Open the front grille by tilting it outwards. Remove the filter, either rinse it with lukewarm soapy water or vacuum-clean it if the filter is only a little dirty. Change the filter if it is very dirty, see chapter Spare parts.
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The device is carefully maintained and inspected there, for leaks in the cooling system according to and tested for electrical safety. service interval Wilms also offers fixed service contacts. counter: For more details, please contact the nearest Wilms dealer. 21 of 33...
Fault finding and solving Use this table to identify and remedy a problem or fault: Problem Cause Action The unit does not start No power input Check that the power cable Display not switched on is correctly connected to power source and unit If the power cable is connected, check the branch fuse...
Contact a service technichian to remedy the defect. Technical data General The following table provides general technical data. data: Data Norm KT 330 KT 430 KT 830 Operating range - himidity 40-100 %RH-hysteresis Operating range-Temperat. °C...
Disposal The device is designed for long-term operation. If it is to be disposed off, this must be done in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with all relevant legal regulations. Refrigerant This product contains flammable refrigerant. Before disposal, empty the refrigerant using the following procedure: Handling: 1.
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Batteries/ Electrical and electronic devices and their batteries contain substances, components Electronics and substances that may harm human health and the environment, if the waste is not disposed off properly. Electrical and electronic equipment and batteries are equipped with a crossed garbage can. This means that electrical and electronic devices and batteries are not combined with household waste, but must be collected separately.
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Spare Part List KT 330 Description Pos. Part No.: Each Guard including filter 3103806 3103807 Filter Water tank 3103826 Front cover - complete 3103825 3103860 Humidity sensor digital Evaporator 3103875 Condenser 3103876 3103830 Gasket for switch board cover Control 3103878...
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Spare Part List KT 430 Description Pos. Part No.: Each Guard including filter 3104201 3104202 Filter Water tank - complete 3104210 Front cover - complete 3104209 3103860 Humidity sensor digital Evaporator 3103881 Condenser 3103882 3103830 Gasket for switch board cover Control 3103878 3103861...
Spare Parts List KT 830 Description Pos. Part No.: Each Guard including filter 3108204 Filter 3108205 3104210 Water tank - complete Front cover - complete 3104209 Humidity sensor digital 3103860 6 + 7 3108218 Evaporator-Condenser Gasket for switch board cover 3103830 Control 3103878...
Wiring diagram Diagram Pos. Description Pos. Description Temperature sensor for the not in use condensator area Temperature sensor for the Manufactory settings evaporator area Ambient temperature sensor Internal hygrostat Full water supply sensor Additional exit External hygrostat (optional) Compressor Thermostat (only KT580) Fan motor Overtemp.(only KT 580) Heating element (only KT 580)
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