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Operating and installation instructions REMKO ETF series Mobile dehumidifiers ETF 360 Eco, ETF 460 Eco Edition EN - Y12 Read the instructions prior to performing any task!
Contents Air dehumidification Safety notes 6-12 Unit description Set-up 14-18 Commissioning Shutdown Unit transport Care and maintenance 20-21 Troubleshooting 21-22 Electrical wiring diagram Intended use Customer service and guarantee Environmental protection and recycling Exploded view of the unit Spare parts list Maintenance protocol Technical data Carefully read this operating manual prior to commissioning/using...
REMKO series ETF Eco ir dehumidif ication The correlations occurring when With regard to energy air is dehumidified are based on consumption, air dehumidification physical laws. has one distinct advantage: These are depicted here in graphical form in order to provide...
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REMKO air dehumidifier. and so relative humidity increases. If the temperature continues to such as brick 90-190 l/m³, heavy The air is dehumidified and, concrete 140-190 l/m³...
REMKO series ETF Eco The amount of energy from Condensation heat and released for condensation. evaporation heat and condensation When dehumidifying fed air, heat is the same. a larger contribution of heat is The Energy transferred to the air For water, this is:...
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The following notes must be The unit must always be switched Appropriate hazard prevention ■ ■ off with the on/off switch. observed in full: measures must be taken to prevent risks to people when Do not place anything on the The units must not be operated performing installation, repair, ■...
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REMKO series ETF Eco Safety instructions for the Operating the units in rooms with ■ The contained refrigerant R290 is operator potential ignition sources (naked ■ colourless and odourless. flames, gas or electrical heaters, The operational safety of the units fireplaces) is prohibited.
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Safety notes for installation, Do not allow children to play with Never cover the air inlets and out- the unit. lets. maintenance and inspection Check the work area ■ Before starting work on units with combustible refrigerants, ensure that any potential igni- tion sources are removed and the risk of igniting the refriger- ants is eliminated.
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REMKO series ETF Eco Remove any potential ignition are not blocked or obstructed. Repairs to closed components ■ ■ sources Checking the electronic compo- Before repairing closed compo- ■ Leaking refrigerant in combina- nents nents/housing parts, the unit tion with corresponding ignition A component and safety check must be free from voltage.
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Wiring Leak detection methods The system must be flushed with ■ ■ Lines must be checked for the The following leak detection oxygen-free nitrogen in order to following damage: methods are permitted for sys- guarantee safety. The flushing - Damage to the insulation tems with combustible refriger- process must be repeated multi- - Corrosion at the contact points...
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REMKO series ETF Eco Labelling when shutting down ■ If a unit must be taken out of op- eration and the refrigerant must be disposed of, the unit must be labelled with the date and a signature. Ensure that the note remains attached to the combus- tible refrigerant.
The units are used in all locations, humidity level. required. where dry air is a must and where economic consequential damage Schematic depiction of the workings of the REMKO air dehumidifier (such as that caused by mould) must be prevented. Dehumidified room air...
If the units work in continuous ■ operation with an external Schematic depiction of how to set up the REMKO air dehumidifier condensate drainage connection, refer to the relevant section on page 11 NOTE In order to prevent damage to...
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Electrical wiring Switching the units on Adjusting the humidity level The units are operated with Connect the unit's power plug The unit’s dehumidification power ■ ■ 230 V 50 Hz alternating current to a properly installed mains is entirely dependent on the socket conditions inside the room, the The electrical...
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REMKO series ETF Eco Control panel All rotary knobs and the corresponding indicator lights are located on the control panel. THERMO / TIMER TIMER “Container full” display Display to show and adjust the Key for “1 to 24 hrs” timer...
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Activating the timer Automatic defrost system Emptying the condensate container You can use the timer function The moisture contained in the Depending on the amount of to preselect automatic unit “ON/ room air condenses when cooling condensate, the integrated OFF” switching functions for up to and coats the evaporator fins condensate container must be 24 hours (in 1 hour cycles).
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REMKO series ETF Eco Continuous unit operation Continuous unit operation via Leakage control device with external condensate the internal condensate pump outlet The unit is equipped with a leaka- For applications in locations ge control device to prevent dama- The units are equipped with without a drain, the devices are ge in the event of refrigerant loss.
Shutdown Unit transport Press the power key []. The units are equipped with four If moisture residual remains on ■ -All displays and device functions transport rollers and additional the evaporator or water remains are now switched off- recessed grips for easy and in the condensate container, the convenient transport.
REMKO series ETF Eco Care and maintenance Observe the regular care and Cleaning the condenser and ■ NOTE maintenance intervals evaporator Regular care and maintenance is fundamental to a long In accordance with the The unit housing must be opened ■...
Troubleshooting Filter cleaning The units are manufactured using state-of-the-art production To prevent damage to the unit, it is 5. Clean the air filter [F] with a soft methods and tested several times equipped with an intake grill with brush or a vacuum cleaner. to verify their correct function.
REMKO series ETF Eco The unit runs but condensate The unit is loud or condensate is not formed runs out CAUTION Check the hygrostat’s setting Check whether the unit is on ■ ■ Work on the refrigerant The set value must be lower...
The units must not be used for any and return the “Certificate of material, please consider our other purpose. guarantee” to REMKO GmbH & environment. Co. KG at the time when the units Our units are carefully packed The units are only permitted are purchased and commissioned.
REMKO series ETF Eco Exploded view of the unit We reserve the right to modify the dimensions and design as part of the ongoing technical development process.
Spare parts list Designation ETF 360 ETF 460 EDP no.: EDP no.: Base plate Conveyor rollers Compressor, cpl. Vibration dampers Centre wall Microswitch Condenser (compressor) Board housing Cover (board housing) Control board Operating board Condensate tank cover Fin vaporiser Fin condenser Dry filter Capillary Fan support plate...
Technical data Series ETF 360 Eco ETF 460 Eco Operating range, temperature °C 6 to 32 6 to 32 Operating range, humidity % RH 40 to 100 40 to 100 Dehumidification capacity max. l/day bei 30 °C / 80 % RH. l/day At 20 °C / 70 % RH ll/day...
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