To connect the backup heater power supply ....19 for basic and advanced usage 6.3.3 To connect the shut-off valve........20 ▪ Format: Digital files on https://www.daikin.eu. Use the search 6.3.4 To connect the electricity meters ........ 20 function to find your model.
Use a compatible counterpart for the chimney. Daikin website (publicly accessible). ▪ Make sure the connection is airtight. ▪ The full set of the latest technical data is available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required). ▪ The chimney material is unimportant.
Handles at the bottom of the unit. Carefully tilt the unit the room when you purge air from the heat emitters or backwards so that the handles become visible. collectors. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Make sure installation, servicing, maintenance and repair Minimum refrigerant piping length between indoor 3 m comply with instructions from Daikin and with applicable unit and outdoor unit legislation (for example national gas regulation) and are Maximum height difference between indoor unit and 30 m...
▪ Unit's connection point for the chimney = 1" male thread. Use a compatible counterpart for the chimney. ▪ Make sure the connection is airtight. ▪ The chimney material is unimportant. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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▪ Must be a permanent opening that cannot be closed. ▪ Must be ≥50% of A (minimum bottom opening area). nv-min Min. 50% ▪ Must be ≥1.5 m from the floor. of A nv-min (≥A nv-min ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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Ventilation openings must comply with A and with nv-min "Conditions ventilation openings" on previous page). Min. 50% Min. 50% ΔH1 of A of A nv-min nv-min (≥A (≥A nv-min nv-min Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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3.75 m 2.50 m 2.14 m 1.91 m 1.74 m 3.65 kg 3.96 m 2.64 m 2.26 m 2.02 m 1.84 m 1.71 m 3.85 kg 4.18 m 2.79 m 2.38 m 2.13 m 1.95 m 1.80 m 1.68 m 4.05 kg 4.40 m 2.93 m 2.51 m 2.24 m 2.05 m 1.89 m 1.77 m ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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1.86 m 5.369 dm² 3.401 dm² 2.562 dm² 1.789 dm² 1.002 dm² 0.209 dm² 2.06 m 4.700 dm² 2.629 dm² 1.681 dm² 0.809 dm² 2.26 m 4.103 dm² 1.934 dm² 0.886 dm² 2.46 m 3.565 dm² 1.302 dm² 0.160 dm² 2.66 m 3.074 dm² 0.721 dm² 2.86 m 2.624 dm² 0.183 dm² 3.06 m 2.206 dm² Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
X 1 4 Y 3.25 kg 9.1 dm² 3.35 kg 9.2 dm² 3.45 kg 9.4 dm² 3.55 kg 9.5 dm² 3.65 kg 9.7 dm² 3 Remove the switch box cover. 3.75 kg 9.8 dm² 3.85 kg 9.9 dm² 3.95 kg 10.0 dm² 4.05 kg 10.2 dm² ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
The maximum allowed deviation is 1°. indoor unit. To have easier front access, hang the switch box outside the unit, over the high voltage switch box cover. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
▪ with a heat resistance of at least 120°C ▪ Insulation thickness: Pipe outer diameter Insulation inner Insulation thickness (Ø diameter (Ø 6.4 mm (1/4") 8~10 mm 10 mm 15.9 mm (5/8") 16~20 mm 13 mm ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
The following figure is an example and may NOT NOTICE completely match your system layout. Do NOT use excessive force when connecting the piping. Deformation of the piping can cause malfunctioning of the unit. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
The recirculation connector is placed below the hole. pressure relief valve (field supply) and the DHW tank. 3 Route the recirculation piping through the grommet and connect it to the recirculation connector. ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
If the supply cord is damaged, it MUST be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified Smart Grid "6.3.11 To connect a Smart Grid" [ 4 24]. persons in order to avoid a hazard. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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▪ Addendum book optional ▪ Installation manual of the remote equipment indoor sensor ▪ Addendum book optional equipment Wires: 2×0.75 mm² [9.B.1]=2 (External sensor = Room) [1.7] Room sensor offset ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Interconnection cable (=main power supply) Normal kWh rate power supply 1 2 3 Preferential power supply contact X11YB X11YA X11Y 3 Fix the cables with cable ties to the cable tie mountings. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Z less than or equal to Z Connect the backup heater power supply as follows: ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
2 Connect the electricity meters cable to the appropriate terminals shown in the illustration below. as shown in the illustration below. NOTICE Wiring is different for a NC (normally closed) valve and a NO (normally open) valve. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Wires connected to the alarm output Wire between X2M and A4P A4P Installation of EKRP1HBAA is required. ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
2 Connect the changeover to external heat source cable to the Wire between X2M and A4P appropriate terminals as shown in the illustration below. A4P Installation of EKRP1HBAA is required. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
2 Connect the safety thermostat (normally closed) cable to the appropriate terminals as shown in the illustration below. Note: The jumper wire (factory-mounted) must be removed from the respective terminals. ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Grid modes: Smart Grid contact Smart Grid operation mode Free running Forced off Recommended on Forced on The use of a Smart Grid pulse meter is not mandatory: Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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Wires between the relays and X5M (AWG22 ORG) Wires between the relays and X10M (AWG18 RED) High voltage Smart Grid contact 1 High voltage Smart Grid contact 2 ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
The Installer pin code is 5678. Additional menu items and NOTICE installer settings are now available. This chapter explains only the basic configuration. For more detailed explanation and background information, see the installer reference guide. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
[9.2.1] [E‑05] 01 20 The backup heater will also be used [E‑06] for domestic hot water heating. [E‑07] 6 Press the left dial to confirm the new setting. ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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NOTICE main LWT zone. A differential pressure bypass valve can be integrated in the system. Keep in mind that this valve might not be shown on the illustrations. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
▪ Enable leaving water temperature modulation and the storage temperature setpoint is higher than 50°C, increase the maximum modulation [2.C]. Daikin recommends NOT to disable the backup heater second step because it will have a big impact on the Control required time for the unit to heat up the domestic hot water Define how the operation of the unit is controlled.
The maximum allowed temperature is determined by the zone" [ 4 29]. wizard: Main following setting: Code Description [3.7] [2‑0D] ▪ 0: Underfloor heating ▪ 1: Fancoil unit ▪ 2: Radiator Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
When the tank temperature drops below the reheat temperature minus the reheat hysteresis temperature, the tank heats up to the reheat temperature. Code Description [5.A] [6-08] Reheat hysteresis ▪ 2°C~20°C ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
To change the type of weather-dependent curve To change the type for all zones (main + additional) and for the tank, go to [2.E] Main zone > WD curve type. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Solar kit settings are shown but are NOT applicable for this unit. Settings shall NOT be used or changed. INFORMATION Depending on the selected installer settings and unit type, settings will be visible/invisible. Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
Next ▪ Between the local supply panel and the indoor unit commissioning instructions in this chapter, a general commissioning checklist is also available on the Daikin ▪ Between the indoor unit and the valves (if applicable) Business Portal (authentication required).
▪ Bizone mixed pump test (bizone kit EKMIKPOA or 3 Select a test from the list. Example: Heating. EKMIKPHA) ▪ Bizone mixing valve test (bizone kit EKMIKPOA or EKMIKPHA) Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
▪ Show the user what to do for the maintenance of the unit. ▪ Explain about energy saving tips to the user as described in the operation manual. ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
10 Technical data Technical data A subset of the latest technical data is available on the regional Daikin website (publicly accessible). The full set of the latest technical data is available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required). 10.1 Piping diagram: Indoor unit...
Translation of text on wiring diagram Position in switch box English Translation English Translation (1) Main power connection (1) Main power connection Position in switch box Position in switch box ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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Switch box (7) Option PCBs (7) Option PCBs Alarm output Alarm output Changeover to ext. heat source Changeover to external heat source Max. load Maximum load Installation manual ELVH/X12S18+23E Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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10 Technical data Electrical connection diagram For more details, please check the unit wiring. ELVH/X12S18+23E Installation manual Daikin Altherma 3 R MT F 4P708472-1A – 2024.12...
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