Exodraft RHGC Manual

Exodraft RHGC Manual

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  • Page 1 Chimney Fan RHGC | Read and save these instructions! Your energy. Optimized.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Your energy. Optimized. Chimney Fan | RHGC Content Product information Scope of supply Accessories and spare parts Technical specifications Precautions and user instructions Mechanical installation Minimum distance Wall Mounting Installation onto a steel chimney Electrical installation Isolation switch Startup and configuration...
  • Page 4 How to use this manual This manual has been prepared based on the specific product and contains relevant technical information and installations guides. Accessories and spare parts are not covered by this manual. Please refer to the individual manuals of these components. This installation manual does not contain any system design documentation.
  • Page 5 Symbols The following symbols may be used in the manual to draw attention to danger or risk of personal injury or damage to the product. General prohibition Failure to observe instructions marked with the prohibited symbol may result in extreme danger or serious personal injury. General attention Marks a dangerous situation that, in the worst-case scenario, can cause serious personal injury or significant damage to the product.
  • Page 6 Prior to servicing the product, disconnect the power and ensure that it cannot accidentally be reconnected. • Exodraft always recommends the use of a smoke alarm when a solid fuel fireplace is installed. • If the Exodraft fan system has been designed for solid fuel/multi fuel installations, please ensure that the design meets the requirements of BS EN15287-1.
  • Page 7: Product Information

    LPG fireplaces connected to a concentric flue gas system with a maximum burner output <13 kW. For output exceeding 13 kW, please contact Exodraft. The fan is part of an Exodraft system and should be connected to an EFC21 Exodraft controller for optimal effect.
  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    The pressure switch ensures that the airflow is correct while the fireplace is in use. The RHGC fan is designed to operate with a maximum flue gas temperature of 200 °C. Ambient temperature: min. -20 °C to max. +40 °C.
  • Page 9 3112008_RHGC_UK Technical data Motor specifications Weight Dimension [mm] Model B [Ø] C [Ø] D [Ø] RHGC160-41 80/125 1400 1 x 230 0.40 0.09 227.50 RHGC160-41 100/150 1400 1 x 230 0.40 0.09 227.50 *Power consumption at ambient temperature of 20 °C •...
  • Page 10 Your energy. Optimized. Construction and components Motor housing Base plate Motor Cooling panels Pressure switch Pressure sensors Armoured cable and connecting cable Rawlplugs, screws and safety wire 10 | UK...
  • Page 11: Precautions And User Instructions

    However, to secure an optimal use of the Exodraft system speed adjustments and adjustment of air intakes are required depending on the weather outside and on the stage of the firing process.
  • Page 12: Mechanical Installation

    Your energy. Optimized. Mechanical installation Exodraft products must always be installed by properly qualified personnel and according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Gas appliances should be checked for safety once a year by a installer registered in the Gas Safe Register.
  • Page 13: Wall Mounting

    Action Illustration When mounted on a wall, the name plate MUST face upwards. It is of utmost importance that the RHGC is positioned correctly or the flow measuring system will not work. Place the fan on the concentric chimney. Mark off the holes of the base plate on the wall when the fan is positioned correctly.
  • Page 14: Installation Onto A Steel Chimney

    Your energy. Optimized. Installation onto a steel chimney See the installation guide below. Step Action Illustration Mount the chimney fan directly on the concentric steel chimney. 14 | UK...
  • Page 15 ATTENTION! • RHGC should not be mounted directly on a timber wall or any other inflammable wall. • When the fan is installed on a timber framed house, the recommendations of Institute of Gas Engineers publication UP-7 ”Gas installations in timber framed buildings”...
  • Page 16: Electrical Installation

    In accordance with the provisions of the EU Machinery Directive*, a chimney fan must always have an isolation switch fitted. The isolation switch must comply with national wiring standards. The isolation switch must be ordered separately, as it is not part of the standard Exodraft chimney fan delivery.
  • Page 17: Startup And Configuration

    Turn the chimney fan ON and make sure that it is turning. Increase and decrease the speed of the fan by adjusting the speed control to make sure the fan is operating properly. After system testing, Exodraft recommends igniting your fireplace or stove. Follow the guide below for correct lighting and use of the chimney fan.
  • Page 18: Testing Flue Gas Extraction And The Pressure Switch Setting

    Prior to the test, the required speed of the fan must be determined and adjusted according to fireplace manufacturer instruction and appropriate Exodraft fan control installation guides. To set the PDS, open the fan cover.
  • Page 19: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    3112008_RHGC_UK Maintenance and troubleshooting Care and cleaning It is extremely important to keep the flue clean from creosote and deposits as soot is the major cause of chimney fires. The top of the fan is hinged and can be opened to ensure easy cleaning of the fan. Cleaning intervals depend on the use of the fireplace.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Your energy. Optimized. Troubleshooting Observation Problem Solution The isolation switch may be on off Check isolation switch There is no power The speed control is turned off Turn speed control on to the fan Loose electrical connection Check wiring and correct problem Loose electrical connections Check wiring and correct problems with connections.
  • Page 21: Uk Conformity Assessed

    UK Conformity Assessed UK Conformity Assessed Exodraft a/s Industrivej 10 DK-5550 Langeskov Hereby declares that the following products: RHGC160-80/125, RHGC160-100/150 Were manufactured in conformity with the provisions of the following regulations: The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016...
  • Page 22: Declaration Of Conformity

    EU-Vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutus Déclaration de conformité de l’Union Européenne ESS-Samræmisstaðfesting EU-Samsvarserklæring Dichiarazione di Conformità Unione Europea EU Deklaracja zgodności Exodraft a/s Industrivej 10 DK-5550 Langeskov Erklærer på eget ansvar, at følgende produkter: Veklaart dat onderstaande producten: Hereby declares that the following products: Deklarerar på...
  • Page 24 DK: Exodraft a/s Industrivej 10 DK-5550 Langeskov Tel: +45 7010 2234 Fax: +45 7010 2235 info@exodraft.dk www.exodraft.dk SE: Exodraft a/s Kalendevägen 2 SE-302 39 Halmstad Tel: +46 (0)8-5000 1520 info@exodraft.se www.exodraft.se NO: Exodraft a/s Storgaten 88 NO-3060 Svelvik Tel: +47 3329 7062 info@exodraft.no...

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Rhgc160-80/125Rhgc160-100/150

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