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ZEPHYR OEM Immersed electrode humidifiers for air handling units WARNING Make sure you read and fully understand the manual before using this device. Non-observance of these instructions may result in death Operating and maintenance manual or serious injury. 924EHKOE4.00 - 07/2024...
Liability and residual risks ELSTEAM assumes no liability for any damage caused by the following (by way of example; this is not an exhaustive list): • Installation/use for purposes other than those specified and, in particular, not adhering to the safety provisions set out by current regulations in the country in which the product is installed and/or contained in this manual;...
UNAUTHORISED PERSONNEL The humidifier must not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or persons with no experience or knowledge. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 7 | Important safety information | 07/2024...
SAFETY INFORMATION RELATING TO THE PRODUCT ZEPHYR OEM series humidifiers are defined as "NOT ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC". Before carrying out any work on the equipment, read these instructions carefully, making sure you understand everything. DANGER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ELECTRIC ARC •...
SAFETY INFORMATION RELATED TO HEALTH AND HYGIENE The Zephyr OEM humidifier features: • Automatic draining for inactivity; • Periodic automatic cleaning; • Plastic material on whose surface bacterial colonies do not proliferate. Inadequate use and/or poor maintenance of the humidifier can damage your health.
The Zephyr OEM humidifier is inserted into the compartment provided, which is NOT ACCESSIBLE to the public, not exposed to the weather and therefore protected. To prevent ice from forming during winter if the unit is installed outside, use heating cables for the water supply and outlet pipes.
• Advanced error diagnostics; • Operating time counter. • Remote supervision with EPoCA (optional via EVIF25 interface). 1.4 Applications The Zephyr OEM series is mainly used in applications requiring sterile steam, including: • Data centres; • Industrial plants; • Offices;...
1.6 Accessories The following accessories are available for use with Zephyr OEM series immersed electrode humidifiers: 1.6.1 Linear distributors Description EHSD040T Linear steam distributor, 400 mm (1.31 ft). EHSD060T Linear steam distributor, 600 mm (1.97 ft). EHSD080T Linear steam distributor, 800 mm (2.62 ft).
EHSDC038 EHSDW022 NOTE: The • symbol indicates that the data applies to every p/n (X/T); contact the ELSTEAM sales office for further information. (*) = Use 2 EHSD040• + 1 EHSDY038 manifold (**) = Use 2 EHSD060• + 1 EHSDY038 manifold (***) = Use 2 EHSD080•...
NOTE: Models with dual hydraulic units can be created by adding an expansion to the control board, in which case the aforementioned values become the sum of those for the 2 hydraulic units chosen. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 18 | Technical data |...
• Open the cardboard boxes, removing the corner protectors; • Take the hydraulic unit, current sensor (TA) and control board out of their packaging. 3.1.2 Checking the packaging contents The product packaging contains: • Zephyr OEM series humidifier, consisting of: • Hydraulic unit; • Instruction sheet. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers...
Electrodes Electric outlet pump Maximum level sensor Water outlet circuit (not supplied) Water filling pipe (not supplied) Steam outlet pipe (can be purchased as an accessory) 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 21 | Dimensions and mechanical assembly | 07/2024...
5. INSTALLING THE PLUMBING 5.1 Before you start Zephyr OEM series humidifiers are defined as "NOT ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC". WARNING REGULATORY INCOMPATIBILITY Make sure all the equipment used and systems designed conform to current local, regional and national standards.
If using metal pipes, make sure they are properly earthed. Do not use pre-existing system pipework or used materials. Only use the materials supplied or, where appropriate, the products supplied by ELSTEAM as accessories (see"1.6 ACCESSORIES" ON PAGE 13). NOTE: if using a pressure reducer, make sure is it effective and does not cause drastic pressure drops when the mains pressure is very low.
If the installation fails to meet these specifications, install a water and limescale drain tank at the bottom of the humidifier (p/n EHVI) (contact the Elsteam sales office for further information). Tank specifications • Outlet diameter 38 mm (1.50 in.);...
NOTE: in ambient temperature conditions which may lead to the formation of ice, it is wise to take all necessary precautions to prevent the supply water and the drain water from freezing and causing the humidifier to malfunction. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 26 | Installing the plumbing |...
• Before applying the power supply, check all the wiring connections. • Do not connect cables to unused terminals and/or terminals marked with the text “No connection” (N.C.). 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 27 | Electrical connections | 07/2024...
(**) Temperatures up to 40°C – 24 Vac contactor coil – Check the offsets at 55 and 70°C, and size in accordance with current regulations (***) L = 2 m maximum voltage drop of 0.2 V (#) P/n 0103349007 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 28 | Electrical connections | 07/2024...
6.4.2 Power supply and earth wiring connection DANGER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Make sure that the entire system is earthed to the highest standards. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 30 | Electrical connections | 07/2024...
Set to ON if connected to the expansion, but only if it is TERM1 ON = Termination resistor enabled; off = Disabled. the first or last element wired in the network. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 33 | Electrical connections | 07/2024...
Make sure the humidifier and all the installed components are properly connected before start-up, in accordance with regulations, criteria and all applicable local, regional and national standards. 7.1 User interface Fig. 16. Zephyr OEM humidifier user interface (optional) 7.1.1 Icons Icon Lit steadily Icon Lit steadily •...
Fig. 20. Home screen with proportional regulation (CFG = PROP) Top line: Actual humidity request in %. NOTE: The CV and 0/1 contacts must be closed to produce humidity. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 35 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
With CFG = 1T or CFG = 2T only. To change the temperature setpoint: Touch and release Fig. 24. Changing the temperature setpoint 7.2.4 Manual draining To start manual draining: Fig. 25. Manual draining 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 36 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
Access the user menu Access the maintenance technician menu RESERVED. NOT ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. Currently accessing alarm control Access the alarm log Reset parameters to factory settings 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 37 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
Humidity limit setpoint See "9.10 TABLE OF ADJUSTMENT PARAMETERS" ON PAGE 50 Sets the temperature setpoint (wellness application). Temperature setpoint See "9.10 TABLE OF ADJUSTMENT PARAMETERS" ON PAGE 50 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 38 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
ON = Inlet solenoid valve output ON. Displays the status of the outlet pump. Outlet pump status OFF = Outlet pump output OFF; ON = Outlet pump output ON. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 39 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
Outlet pump hours Displays the hours of outlet pump operation. Fan hours Displays the operating hours of the fans. Reset operating hours The operating hours can be reset by setting the parameters to 0. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 40 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
ON = Fan output forced ON. Forces the general alarm output on/off. General alarm output OFF = General alarm output forced OFF; status ON = General alarm output forced ON. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 41 | User interface (optional) | 07/2024...
(including the bacteria that cause Legionellosis) may proliferate and be transferred into the air treatment system. • The humidifier must be used correctly and be maintained and cleaned properly at the prescribed intervals, as described in the MAINTENANCE chapter. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 42 | Power-up and start-up | 07/2024...
The humidifier cyclically carries out a full wash and then restarts with a lower frequency. Operation has been developed to ensure maximum energy efficiency and optimal water use. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 43 | Power-up and start-up |...
• Enable digital input closed (CV); • Remote ON/OFF digital input closed (0/1). When the S0 digital input is closed, the Zephyr OEM generates humidity at the maximum value set in parameter r6. 9.2.2 Proportional regulation | CFG = PROP To use the Zephyr OEM with proportional regulation, the following conditions must be met: •...
9.2.3 Regulation with the humidity sensor | CFG = HUM To use the Zephyr OEM with regulation based on a humidity sensor, the following conditions must be met: • CFG = HUM or CFG = HUML; • Set parameter P2 according to the sensor type to be used;...
9.2.4 Regulation with the humidity sensor + limit sensor | CFG = HUML To use the Zephyr OEM with regulation based on a humidity sensor and limit sensor, the following conditions must be met: • CFG = HUML; • Set parameter P2 according to the sensor type to be used; • Set parameter P7 according to the limit sensor type to be used;...
The electrical conductivity of the water tends to rise while producing humidity because it concentrates the substances in the water, and consequently the times mentioned above tend to reduce; during this stage, the Zephyr OEM activates the outlet pump until the internal current drops below the threshold set in parameter c6.
If there is no foam in the boiler, the Zephyr OEM resumes normal operation. If the level sensor is reached again within time c12, there is foam in the boiler. The Zephyr OEM empties the boiler completely. Thereafter, if the following occurs within time c12: •...
9.8 Operating hours The Zephyr OEM records the hours of humidifier operation to allow periodic maintenance. The following times are monitored: • Total hours of machine operating; this cannot be reset and shows the hours of humidifier operation; • Partial hours of hydraulic unit operation; this can be reset after maintenance on the tank;...
The Modbus registers for the device are organised around the four types of basic data reference indicated above, and this type of data is further identified by the first number of the address. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 53 | Modbus rtu functions and resources |...
• SHORT = 16 bit with sign • WORD = 16 bit • Byte = 8 bit • The “n” bits = 0...15 bit depending on the value of “n” 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 54 | Modbus rtu functions and resources | 07/2024...
PackedAlarm2 Status of alarm AL26. 1 BIT PackedAlarm2 Status of alarm AL27. 1 BIT PackedAlarm2 Status of alarm AL28. 1 BIT PackedAlarm2 Status of warning W29. 1 BIT 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 58 | Modbus rtu functions and resources | 07/2024...
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0.0 ... 6553.5 -3276.8 ... actProd Actual steam production. 1303 R/W SHORT Y kg/h 3276.7 limH Humidity limit sensor status (ON/OFF). 1304 R/W 1 BIT 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 59 | Modbus rtu functions and resources | 07/2024...
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R/W DWORD --- h x 10 429496729.5 MBS_SwEn On/Off command from BMS. 1922 R/W 1 BIT (*) Calculation of operating hours Operating hours = (HIGH register x 65536) + LOW register 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 60 | Modbus rtu functions and resources | 07/2024...
12. DIAGNOSTICS The table below lists alarms with corresponding solutions. Indication takes place via the alarm LED and the buzzer. Each alarm is recorded in the alarm log. 12.1 Zephyr OEM alarms table Code Description Cause Effects Solution • Overcurrent between the •...
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• Probe not connected properly • Humidifier OFF • Change the sensor type sensor S1 • Incorrect probe type • AL14 recorded in the log • Check for electrical noise 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 62 | Diagnostics | 07/2024...
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(only on humidifier and master humidifier humidifier are switched off (slaves master humidifier slave) when nTyP ≠ 0 operate as stand-alone) • Automatic reset • AL24 recorded in the log 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 63 | Diagnostics | 07/2024...
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• Alarm relay ON • Clean the pump, outlet hydraulic unit • W32 recorded in the log manifold and outlet circuit • Replace the outlet pump if it is not working 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 64 | Diagnostics | 07/2024...
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• Check for leaks 2 pump operation > M14 • No effect on regulation • Replace the outlet pump if maintenance • AL37 recorded in the log necessary • Reset the counter 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 65 | Diagnostics | 07/2024...
• The humidifier frequently drains the water completely to dilute it and perform a complete wash; Zephyr OEM series humidifiers normally renew the water in the boiler in a balanced way, optimising efficiency while reducing the risk of malfunction in relation to the amount of steam produced.
• In the event of water leakage, disconnect the humidifier power supply immediately. • If any adverse event not described in this documentation arises, carry out maintenance and/or replace the boiler. Plus, contact ELSTEAM customer service for the relevant guidelines and instructions; DANGER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ELECTRIC ARC If an adverse event occurs, disconnect the humidifier power supply immediately.
DANGER LOOSE WIRING CAUSES ELECTRIC SHOCKS AND OVERHEATING Tighten the connections in compliance with the technical specifications relating to tightening torques. Fig. 36. Cleaning the boiler 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 68 | Maintenance | 07/2024...
DANGER LOOSE WIRING CAUSES ELECTRIC SHOCKS AND OVERHEATING Tighten the connections in compliance with the technical specifications relating to tightening torques. 13.7 Cleaning/replacing the electrodes 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 70 | Maintenance | 07/2024...
14. SPARE PARTS 14.1 Hydraulic unit Fig. 38. Spare parts for Zephyr OEM series - Plumbing Part 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 71 | Spare parts | 07/2024...
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Cleanable boiler for low-conductivity, EHKT0K44 Electrode kit for EHBK005TLCS EHBK040TLCL 20–30–40 kg/h, three-phase models EHKT0K45 Electrode kit for EHBK003T00XS EHKT0K46 Electrode kit for EHBK003THCXS EHKT0K47 Electrode kit for EHBK003TLCXS 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 72 | Spare parts | 07/2024...
14.2 Electrical part Fig. 39. Electrical spare parts for Zephyr OEM Ref. Description EHHKT011P4 Complete control unit 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 73 | Spare parts | 07/2024...
• Humidifier Model phases: Displays the number of power supply phases for the selected humidifier (read-only); • Humidifier Model power supply: Displays the power supply type for the selected humidifier (read-only); • Humidifier Model type: Displays the selected humidifier series (read-only). 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 76 | Selecting and defining the model | 07/2024...
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60 = EHKO008T4 12 = EHKO030T4 13 = EHKO040T4 14 = EHKO050T4 15...17 = Reserved NOTE: Do not enter values marked as RESERVED in the table above. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 77 | Selecting and defining the model | 07/2024...
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7. The procedure takes a few seconds to complete. Please wait. When the procedure is complete, the description of the configured model will appear in the Humidifier Model field. 8. Procedure finished. 924EHKOE4.00 - Zephyr OEM humidifiers | 78 | Selecting and defining the model | 07/2024...
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This document and the solutions contained within it are the intellectual property of ELSTEAM, safeguarded by the Italian Industrial Property Code (CPI). ELSTEAM forbids the reproduction and distribution, even in part, of the contents, unless express authorisation is obtained directly from ELSTEAM.
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