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- Page 1 IMPORTANT! Read and save these instructions. This manual to be left with the equipment. INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Outdoor Steam Humidifier Condair EL / RS Humidification and Evaporative Cooling...
- Page 2 Condair Group AG, except to the extent required for installation or maintenance of recipient's equipment. Liability Notice Condair Group AG does not accept any liability due to incorrect installation or operation of the equipment or due to the use of parts/components/equipment that are not authorised by Condair Group AG. Copyright Notice ©...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
5.5.2 Steam Connections Checklist Water Connections 5.6.1 Water and Drain Lines 5.6.2 Water Connections Checklist Electrical Connections 5.7.1 EL Outdoor Cabinet Wiring Diagrams 5.7.2 RS Outdoor Cabinet Wiring Diagrams 5.7.3 Electrical Connections Checklist 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Contents... - Page 4 Scale Management (RS-OC Units only) 7.4.2 Restarting After a Freeze-up Spare Parts List Decommissioning General Removal from Service for Disposal or Long-term Storage Disposal/Recycling Product Specifications 10.1 Performance Data 10.2 Operating Data 10.3 Weights 10.4 Dimensions 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Contents...
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Page 5: Introduction
General Limitations The subject of this manual is the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier. It is intended as a supplement to the Condair EL/Condair RS installation, operation and maintenance manuals. The various options and accessories for the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier may only be described in-so-far as is necessary for proper installation and operation of the equipment. - Page 6 Keep this manual in a place where it is safe and readily accessible. If the equipment is moved to another location, please ensure that it remains with the equipment. If the manual is lost or misplaced, please contact your Condair representative for a replacement. 2584598-E EN 2209...
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Page 7: For Your Safety
All labels, signs and marking applied to the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier must be observed and kept in a readable state. - Page 8 (ESD). Refer to IEC 61340. Preventing Unsafe Operation All personnel working with the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier must immediately report to the cus- tomer any alterations to the unit that may affect safety, and secure the humidifier against accidental power-up.
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Page 9: Receiving And Storage
Moving and handling the unit The Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier is bolted to a shipping skid and enclosed in a packaging crate before it is shipped from the factory. While still attached to the skid, the humidifier can be lifted onto a Table 8 rooftop or other mounting location using a forklift or crane. -
Page 10: Product Overview
Product Overview General Description The Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier is CE-declared for installation outdoors. It is housed in an en- closure that has an IP55 rating, and comes with built-in heating, ventilation and freeze protection for the plumbing components. The unit is intended to operate in -20 °C to +40 °C temperatures. - Page 11 EL-OC - Small Fig. 2: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier (medium size unit shown) Side door 10 Mechanical freeze protection valve Controls cabinet (EL-OC and RS-OC without scale tank) Touchscreen display 11 Steam cylinder (EL-OC) Intake shroud (and filter) 12 Mounting bracket...
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Page 12: Model Designation
Model Designation The specification label on the side of the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier shows its model number, serial number, and ratings. Refer to Fig. 3. The breakdown of the model number is shown in Fig. Condair Group AG, Gwattstrasse 17, 8808 Pfäffikon SZ, Switzerland Type: Condair RS-OC 80 L Serial-No.: XXXXXXX... - Page 13 Table 1: Condair EL Outdoor Steam Humidifier Models Heating Steam Unit Voltage Condair EL Outdoor Options Voltage Capacity Size Option SV/DV, BN-IP [kg/h] S/M/L DV ** MSTP 1x BN- BN-IP MSTP 1x BN- THV-S BN-IP MSTP THV-S 1x BN- BN-IP...
- Page 14 Heating Steam Unit Voltage Condair EL Outdoor Options Voltage Capacity Size Option SV/DV, BN-IP [kg/h] S/M/L DV ** MSTP THV-S 1x BN- BN-IP MSTP THV-M THV-S 1x BN- BN-IP MSTP THV-M These models have two steam cylinders. SV - Single Voltage (without Trafo/CVI)
- Page 15 Table 2: Condair RS Outdoor Steam Humidifier Models Heating Steam Unit Voltage Condair RS Outdoor Options Voltage Capacity Size Option BN-IP SV/DV, MSTP [kg/h] S/M//L DV ** THV-S BN-IP MSTP BN-IP MSTP BN-IP MSTP THV-S CVI-S SV/DV BN-IP MSTP THV-M...
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Page 16: Options
Options Table 3 shows the list of options for the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier. Contact your local Condair representative for details. Table 3: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier Options Option Application Terminal set heating voltage (THV) Separate optional terminals for connecting supply heating voltage to the unit where direct connection to the main contactor (standard version) is not permitted by local regulations. -
Page 17: Installation
Comply with all local and national codes dealing with water, steam and electrical installations. Condair does not accept any liability for installation of humidification equipment by unqualified personnel, or the use of equipment/parts that are not authorized by Condair. -
Page 18: Installation Overview Mounting On Air Handling Unit
Air gap funnel (supplied by others). See Note 3. unit) secured to back of humidifier Water inlet filter accessory Z261 (supplied by others) 15 Pressure shock absorber (recommended, supplied by Shutoff valve (supplied by others) others) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 19 This mounting arrangement is advantageous because the steam piping is shorter, thus minimizing condensate losses and backpressure in the line. Do not install the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier in an environment where the unit is exposed to severe weather, or where the temperature drops below -20 °C.
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Page 20: Installation Overview Mounting On Mounting Rack
15% (8.5°), and must be insulated Air gap funnel (supplied by others). See Note 4. 14 Pressure shock absorber (recommended, supplied by Water inlet filter accessory Z261 (supplied by others) others) Shutoff valve (supplied by others) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 21 When choosing this mounting arrangement, locate the humidifier as close as possible to the steam distributor to minimize condensate losses and backpressure in the line. Do not install the Condair EL/ RS Outdoor Humidifier in an outdoor environment where the unit is exposed to severe weather or where the temperature drops below -20 °C.
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Page 22: Installation Overview Mounting On Exterior Wall
Drain line (main) – 30 mm I.D. See Note 2. secured to back of humidifier Shutoff valve (supplied by others) 14 Pressure shock absorber (recommended, supplied by Water inlet filter accessory Z261 (supplied by others) others) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 23 When choosing this mounting arrangement, locate the humidifier as close as possible to the steam distributor to minimize condensate losses and backpressure in the line. Do not install the Condair EL/ RS Outdoor Humidifier in an outdoor environment where the unit is exposed to severe weather or where the temperature drops below -20 °C.
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Page 24: Site Requirements
… Ensure that the selected location permits proper routing of the steam and condensate lines. Refer to the Condair EL/RS manuals for details. The number of bends and the length of the line must be kept to a minimum so that the total system backpressure does not exceed 1.5 kPa. - Page 25 … We recommend to install a pressure shock absorber in the water supply line. … Refer to the Condair EL/RS manuals for water quality, filtration, temperature and pressure requirements. Drainage …...
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Page 26: Mounting The Humidifier
Mounting the Humidifier 5.4.1 Location and Suggested Clearances The location of the Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier depends on the location of the steam distributor Fig. 8 Table 5 and the mounting arrangement. show the suggested minimum clearances for ease of Fig. 8 Table 5 maintenance for any mounting arrangement. -
Page 27: Pipe Chase Location
Pipe chase (drain lines) – sized, as required, to accomo- Pipe chase (water supply line) – sized to the same date all drain lines cross-sectional area as the shield (3) over the water line(s). Shield 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... -
Page 28: Air Handling Unit Mounting
9. Secure the humidifier to the mounting surface at attachment point(s) "B" with M8 bolt(s) and flat washer(s) (supplied by others). Tighten the bolt(s). Table 6: Mounting Holes Spacin Dimension in [mm] Housing Size Y1** Small – – Medium – – Large * Typical ** Minimum clearance 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 29 Flat washer, M10 (supplied by others) 10 Outline of unit's rear panel – large size unit, reference Bolt, M10 (supplied by others) 11 Reinforcement for mounting surface (supplied by others) Shipping skid (representation) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
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Page 30: Installation On A Mounting Rack
8. Seat the unit properly on the mounting rack, and ensure that it is level. Fasten the unit securely to the mounting rack using suitable M6 fasteners through all the pre-drilled holes in the base of the unit. 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 31 632 mm 400 mm 455 mm Large 1116 mm 400 mm 455 mm Fig. 11: Installation on a Mounting Rack Legend M6 fastener Shipping skid (representation) Mounting rack Screw (used for shipping) Anchor bolt (supplied by others) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
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Page 32: Exterior Wall Mounting
9. Secure the humidifier to the mounting surface at attachment point(s) "B" with M8 bolt(s) and flat washer(s) (supplied by others). Tighten the bolt(s). Table 7: Mounting Holes Spacin Dimension in [mm] (mm) Housing Size Y1** Small – – Medium – – Large * Typical ** Minimum clearance 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 33 Flat washer, M10 (supplied by others) 10 Outline of unit's rear panel – large size unit, reference Bolt, M10 (supplied by others) 11 Reinforcement for mounting surface (supplied by others) Shipping skid (representation) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
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Page 34: Mounting Checklist
Steam Line Fig. The steam outlet is located on the top of the Condair EL/RS Outdoor humidifier. Refer to Refer to the Condair EL/RS manuals for steam and condensate line routing, radius and connection details, as well as sizing and materials. The number of bends and the length of the line must be kept to a minimum so that the total system backpressure (backpressure in the line plus duct static pressure) does not exceed 1.5 kPa. -
Page 35: Steam Connections Checklist
Condensate line and trap trace heated? … Steam line sized correctly, and does not exceed maximums specified in the Condair EL/RS manuals? … Minimum bend radius of 300 mm for steam hose, or 5x internal diameter for rigid pipes maintained? …... -
Page 36: Water Connections
Refer to for the overall routing of water and drain lines for each mounting arrangement. Also refer to chapter 5.3 and the Condair EL/RS manuals for the water supply and drain requirements. 5.6.1 Water and Drain Lines Fig. Connect the water supply and drain lines as described below. Refer to... - Page 37 Feed the open end of the drain hose (9.5 mm inner diameter) connected to the mechanical freeze protection valve (1 or 7) through the small pre-lasered knockout in the base plate down into the air gap funnel (see Fig. 14). 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
- Page 38 Disconnect and flush the water supply and drain lines to clear out any debris in the lines. Check the strainer in the fill valve to ensure it is clear of all debris, Refer to the Condair EL/RS manuals for details. Reconnect the lines.
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Page 39: Water Connections Checklist
… All pipe chases sealed to isolate the unit from pressure inside the building? … All water leaks are sealed? … Supply and drain lines flushed to remove all debris? Strainer in the fill valve clear of all debris? 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... -
Page 40: Electrical Connections
Touching live parts may cause severe injury or even death. Prevention: All electrical work must only be performed by a licensed electrician or a Condair techni- cian. The humidifier must be connected to the mains only after all installation work has been com- pleted, checked for correct workmanship, and the doors are closed and fastened securely. - Page 41 Fig. 15: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier Power Connection Legend Disconnect mounting bracket (option: DC) – for unit External disconnect switch (2x, supplied by others) – loca- installed on a mounting rack tion for unit installed on an air handling unit or a vertical wall External disconnect switch (2x, supplied by others) –...
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Page 42: El Outdoor Cabinet Wiring Diagrams
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N PE 230 V/1~/50..60 Hz 6.3 A, slow acting Option CVI (3Ph+N) L1 L2 L3 N 400-415 V/3~N/50..60 Hz Fig. 16: Small and Medium EL Unit Wiring Diagram 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 43 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 24V 10V 140Ω...10kΩ L1 L2 L3 PE 400-415 V/3~/50..60 Hz 24V 10V On/Off Thermostat Rittal Thermostat Heater Light N PE 230 V/1~/50..60 Hz Fig. 17: Large EL Unit Wiring Diagram 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
- Page 44 External electrical isolator control voltage supply (see table in the installation manual) Rotary switch Module identification (Module A - 0, Module B-1) External fuse control voltage Terminal Heating Voltage supply (option) (max 10 A, slow acting) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
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Page 45: Rs Outdoor Cabinet Wiring Diagrams
N PE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 230 V/1~/50..60 Hz 6.3 A, slow acting Option CVI (3Ph+N) 400-415 V/3~N/50..60 Hz Fig. 18: Small and Medium RS Unit Wiring Diagram 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation... - Page 46 FAN B Hyg. Valve B FAN A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Thermostat Rittal Thermostat Heater Light N PE 230 V/1~/50..60 Hz Fig. 19: Large RS Unit Wiring Diagram 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Installation...
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Page 47: Electrical Connections Checklist
On/Off humidity controller, set jumper JP2 and remove Jumper for activating the terminating resistor for Modbus jumper JP1 network (Jumper must be connected if Condair RS is the last unit in the Modbus network) Limiter signal Jumper for activating Modbus or BACnet MSTP commu- Ohmic limiter controller, set jumper JP1 and remove nication via RS 485 interface J6. -
Page 48: Operation And Maintenance
Commissioning The unit must always be commissioned for the first time by a service technician from your Condair rep- resentative, or by personnel who are well trained and authorized by the customer. The steps are in the following order: chapter 5.4.6). -
Page 49: Inspections During Operation
… Check that the doors on the unit are closed and fastened securely. … In units operating in cold climates, keep the area around the unit clear of snow and ice accumulation to permit opening and closing of the front and side doors. 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Operation and Maintenance... -
Page 50: Maintenance
During cold weather, all maintenance on the unit must be performed in a heated service tent. The maintenance items discussed in this section are in addition to those listed in the Condair EL/Condair RS operation and maintenance manual. Refer to the respective Condair EL/Condair RS operation and maintenance manual for other maintenance requirements. -
Page 51: Steam Cylinder
… For EL-OC units, replace or clean the steam cylinder. For RS-OC units, service the steam cylinder when the service reminder appears on the touchscreen display. Refer to the respective Condair EL/ Condair RS operation and maintenance manual for cleaning/replacement procedures. -
Page 52: Restarting After A Freeze-Up
In the event of a freeze-up, inspect then restart the unit as follows: 1. Inspect all hoses, fittings, valves and seals for cracks or damage. Contact your Condair representative to order replacement parts. Check all connections after replacing damaged parts. -
Page 53: Spare Parts List
Spare Parts List Fig. Fig. 22 The spare parts for the Condair EL/RS Outdoor humidifier is listed in this section. Refer to Fig. For all other spare parts refer to the respective Condair EL/RS Spare Parts List. 2584598-E EN 2209... - Page 54 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier RS-OC EL-OC EL-OC Fig. 21: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Spare Parts List...
- Page 55 Kit consists of: Medium 2589537 Assembly, fill cup (qty. 1) ‒ includes fill cup, hoses, gasket, fitting, Large spring clamps Table 1 Table 2 Note: Refer to for details of the humidifier sizes. 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Spare Parts List...
- Page 56 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier RS-OC EL-OC EL-OC Fig. 22: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier, continued... 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Spare Parts List...
- Page 57 SP, Driverboard (coated) EL OC 2595734 SP, Driverboard (coated) RS OC 2595736 SP, Print for safety level control coated RS OC 2595737 SP, Print for level control coated RS OC 2595738 Not shown 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Spare Parts List...
- Page 58 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier Fig. 23: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Humidifier – Kit Details Note: Greyed out items are not a part of the kits. 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Spare Parts List...
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Page 59: Decommissioning
7. Cap the pipe chases (if used for the humidifier). 8. If the Condair EL/RS Outdoor humidifier is to be put into long-term storage, store the humidifier in its original packaging inside a protected area that meets the following requirements: •... -
Page 60: Disposal/Recycling
Disposal/Recycling The Condair EL/RS Outdoor humidifier should not be disposed of in domestic waste, and should only be disposed of in accordance with local regulations at authorized collection facilities. If you have any questions, contact the appropriate local authorities or your local Condair representative. -
Page 61: Product Specifications
Refer to the respective Condair EL/RS Operation and Maintenance manual for the performance data. 10.2 Operating Data The following data pertains to the Condair EL/RS Outdoor humidifier. Refer to the respective Condair EL/ RS Operation and Maintenance manual for additional operating data. Protection class... -
Page 62: Dimensions
Disconnect switch ø22 mm mounting bracket (option) (spare) Mounting bracket (2x) ø22 mm for heating and control voltage supply cables Fig. 24: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Steam Humidifier, Small Housing (EL-OC 5...15) 2584598-E EN 2209 Condair EL/RS Outdoor Product Specifications... - Page 63 (option) bracket (3x) Fig. 25: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Steam Humidifier, Medium Housing (EL-OC 20...45 and RS-OC 5...40) Note: The heating voltage and control voltage supply cables enter the unit through multi-diameter knockouts with the following hole sizes: 29 mm, 45 mm and 64 mm.
- Page 64 Disconnect switch bracket (3x) mounting bracket (option) Fig. 26: Condair EL/RS Outdoor Steam Humidifier, Large Housing (EL-OC 50...90 and RS-OC 50...80 (units with two steam cylinders)) Note: The heating voltage and control voltage supply cables enter the unit through multi-diameter knockouts with the following hole sizes: 29 mm, 45 mm and 64 mm.
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- Page 68 CONSULTING, SALES AND SERVICE: CH94/0002.00 Condair Group AG Gwattstrasse 17, 8808 Pfäffikon SZ, Switzerland Phone +41 55 416 61 11, Fax +41 55 588 00 07 info@condair.com, www.condairgroup.com...
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