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Condair CP3MINI Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Condair CP3mini Electrode Humidifiers OPEratiNg iNstruCtiONs...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Taking out of service/Disposal Functional description 7.1 Taking out of service 3.5 Humidification system overview 7.2 Disposal/Recycling Operation Product specifications Commissioning 8.1 Technical data Notes on operation Wiring diagram Condair CP3mini 4.2.1 Function of the display and operating elements 4.2.2 Remote operating and fault indication 4.2.3 Inspections during operation 4.2.4 Carrying out manual draining 4.3 Taking the unit out of operation 4.4 Overview and operating of the menu 4.5 Interrogation functions 4.5.1 Interrogation of the operating information in the indication level 4.5.2 Interrogation of unit information...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    To ensure a safe, proper, and economical operation of the steam humidifier Condair CP3mini, please observe and comply with all information and safety instructions contained in the present manual as well as the instructions given in the manuals for the components used in the humidification system.
  • Page 5 If the equipment changes hands, the documentation should be passed on to the new operator. If the documentation gets mislaid, please contact your Condair supplier. Language versions These operating instructions are available in various languages. Please contact your Condair sup- plier for information. Copyright protection The present operating instructions are protected under the Copyright Act.

  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    CP3mini is intended exclusively for air humidification via a steam distributor approved by the manufacturer (unit versions Condair CP3mini PD..) or via the in- tegrated ventilation unit (unit versions Condair CP3mini PR..) within the specified operating conditions (see chapter 8 “Product specifications”). Any other type of application without the express...
  • Page 7 4.3, then wait until the evaporation unit has cooled down sufficiently thus preventing danger of burning. Behaviour in case of danger If it is suspected that safe operation is no longer possible, then the Condair CP3mini should im- mediately be shut down and secured against accidental power-up according to chapter 4.3.

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Models overview Steam air humidifiers Condair CP3mini are available in the two basic versions for duct air humidifi- cation and direct room air humidification with different heating voltages and steam capacities of 2 kg/h and 4 kg/h. Model Condair CP3mini...

  • Page 9: Steam Humidifier Construction

    Steam humidifier construction Construction Condair CP3mini PD2/PD4 13 12 Back panel Type plate Water cup Remote operating and fault indication board Water supply hose (Option) Heating electrodes Control board with CF card Filling hose Unit switch Overflow hose Drain key...
  • Page 10 Construction Condair CP3mini PR2/PR4 13 12 Back panel Type plate Water cup Remote operating and fault indication board Water supply hose (Option) Heating electrodes Control board with CF card Filling hose Unit switch Overflow hose Drain key Steam cylinder Display and control unit...

  • Page 11: Functional Description

    The steam humidifier Condair CP3mini is designed for air humidification via a steam distribu- tor (unit versions Condair CP3mini PD..) or via the integrated ventilation unit (unit versions Condair CP3mini PR..). Steam generation Any time steam is requested, the electrodes are supplied with voltage.

  • Page 12: Humidification System Overview

    Humidification system overview System overview Condair CP3mini PD2/PD4 41-.. min. 5 % – DS22 Pmax. 800 Pa min. 10 % Pmin. -800 Pa – KS10 min. 20 % 41-.. min. 5 % – Pmax. 800 Pa Pmin. -800 Pa min. 10 % – KS10 G 3/4" ø22 mm min. 10 % – Z261 G 3/8" DS22 125...1250µS/cm 1...10 bar ≥ 40 mm 1...40 °C min. 10 % –...
  • Page 13 System overview Condair CP3mini PR2/PR4 G 3/4" ø22 mm min. 10 % – Z261 G 3/8" DS22 125...1250µS/cm 1...10 bar ≥ 40 mm 1...40 °C min. 10 % – Steam humidifier Manometer (installation recommended) Ventilation unit Funnel with siphon (building side) Water supply connector Water drain hose (accessory “DS22”) Water drain connector Connecting cables Filter valve (accessory “Z261”)

  • Page 14: Operation

    (first page of the indication level). Standby Note: The contents of the standard operating display depends on the actual 14.06.2009 12.00.00 operating status and on the configuration of the Condair CP3mini and can Menu differ from the opposite display.

  • Page 15: Notes On Operation

    Notes on operation 4.2.1 Function of the display and operating elements Display and control unit Function: Configuration of the Condair CP3mini Indication of operating parameters Reset of maintenance counter red LED “Error” Function: The LED flashes in case of a temporary malfunction of the unit (Warning status).

  • Page 16: Remote Operating And Fault Indication

    If the inspection reveals any irregularities (e.g. leakage, error indication) or any damaged components take the Condair CP3mini out of operation as described in chapter 4.3. Then, contact your Condair representative. 4.2.4 Carrying out manual draining Proceed as follows to drain the unit manually: Briefly press the drain key.

  • Page 17: Taking The Unit Out Of Operation

    Taking the unit out of operation In order to take the Condair CP3mini out of operation, perform the following steps: 1. If the unit has to be switched off because of a malfunction, please note the error code of the actual error message shown in the display.

  • Page 18: Overview And Operating Of The Menu

    Overview and operating of the menu Operating The operating and display unit is operated via the four keys located just CP3 PD4 230V2 Standby below the display. The 4 status fields at the bottom of the display show the XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX active keys the functions assigned to them.

  • Page 19: Interrogation Functions

    The appearance of the standard operating display depends on the actual operating status and the configuration of the Condair CP3mini. The following display are possible. Note: if the optional radio humidity sensor and/or the “Time-Off” function for the steam LED is/are activated the sensor symbol and/or the crossed out LED symbol is/are shown in the upper right corner of the standard operating display.

  • Page 20: Interrogation Of Unit Information

    4.5.2 Interrogation of unit information Select the list with the unit information: Path: Main menu > Info > Unit Status CP3 PD4 230V2 Main Menu Info Unit Status System Operation Hour Info :Set Unit Status :Set Standby User :Set ErrorHistory:Set 300h Remote Steam 16.06.2009 12.00.00...

  • Page 21: Interrogation Of The Malfunction List

    4.5.3 Interrogation of the malfunction list The error messages generated by the last 20 malfunctions that occurred are saved in the malfunction list of the Condair CP3mini and can be interrogated. Select the error history list: Path: Main menu > Info > ErrorHistory...

  • Page 22: Unit Settings

    Unit settings 4.6.1 Launching the unit settings menu Select the unit settings menu: Path: Main menu > User > Password entry: 8808 > Settings CP3 PD4 230V2 Main Menu User Settings Info :Set Maintenance :Set Language :English Standby User :Set Settings :Set Controls...

  • Page 23: Control Settings

    4.6.3 Control settings Select “Controls” in the settings menu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Controls SignalSource:Analog Language :English Controls :Set Hum.Control :Int.(PI) Power Limit :100% Controlsign.:0-10V On/Off Timer :Set Hum.Setpoint:Set GFCI-Mode P-Band :18%rH Integr.-Time:8min Lim. Control:On Limitsignal :0-10V Limit Min :70%rH Limit Max :90%rH...
  • Page 24 Note: This menu item is available only if the internal P or PI controller is activated. With the parameters in the “Hum.Setpoint” submenu you determine whether the Condair CP3mini is to be controlled with a fix humidity setpoint (factory setting) or whether it is to be operated timer controlled with different humidity setpoints.
  • Page 25 – Timer controlled with different humidity setpoints: Select “Hum.Setpoint” in the control settings menu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Controls Hum.Setpoint Timer Language :English Hum.Control :Int.(PI) Timer :Off Controls :Set Controlsign.:0-10V Hum.Setpoint:50%rH Power Limit :Set Hum.Setpoint:Set On/Off Timer :Set P-Band :18%rH GFCI-Mode...
  • Page 26 4.6.3.7 Setting the integral time for the internal PI controller Note: This setting is available only if the internal PI controller is activated. Select “Integr.-Time” in the control settings menu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Controls Integr.-Time Language :English Controlsign.:0-10V 8 min Controls...

  • Page 27: Configuring The Capacity Limitation

    4.6.4 Configuring the capacity limitation With the parameters in the “Power Limit” submenu you determine whether the Condair CP3mini is to be operated with a fix capacity limit (factory setting) or whether it is to be operated with a timer controlled capacity limitation.
  • Page 28 – Operation with timer controlled capacity limitation: Select “Power Limit” in the settings menu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Power Limit Timer Language :English Timer :Off Controls :Set Power Limit :50%rH Power Limit :100% On/Off Timer :Set GFCI-Mode Power Limit Timer Event 1 :06:00...

  • Page 29: Configuring The On/Off Timer

    Configuring the On/Off timer With the parameters in the “On/Off Timer” submenu you determine whether or not (factory setting) the Condair CP3mini is to be switched on and off timer controlled. – Deactivate On/Off timer: Select “On/Off Timer” in the settings menu, then press the <Set> key. Let the timer deactivated (Off) or deactivate the timer if necessary.

  • Page 30: Activating/Deactivating Fault Current Relay Operation

    GFCI-Mode Power Limit :Set On/Off Timer :Set GFCI-Mode Water Manag.:Set Remote Test :Set In the upcoming modification dialogue select whether or not the Condair CP3mini is connected to a fault current relay protected mains supply. Factory setting: Options: On (mains supply with fault current relay protection) Off (mains supply without fault current relay protection) 4.6.7...
  • Page 31 4.6.7.2 Setting the drain factor Select “Drain Factor” in the water management settings submenu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Water Manag. Drain Factor On/Off Timer :Set Conductivity:>125µS GFCI-Mode Drain Factor:1.0 Water Manag.:Set StandbyDrain:Full Remote Test :Set StandbyDelay:72h Date :14.06.09 Force Drain :On In the upcoming modification dialogue set the drain factor in relation to the steam capacity.

  • Page 32: Performing Remote Relay Tests

    4.6.7.5 Activating/Deactivating the forced draining Select “Force Drain” in the water management settings submenu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Water Manag. Force Drain On/Off Timer :Set Drain Factor:1.0 GFCI-Mode StandbyDrain:Full Water Manag.:Set StandbyDelay:72h Remote Test :Set Force Drain :On Date :14.06.09 Force Delay :72h...

  • Page 33: Setting The Date

    4.6.9 Setting the date Select “Date” in the settings menu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Date Water Manag.:Set 14.06.09 Remote Test :Set 14.06.09 Date :14.06.09 Time :12:00 Display/LED :Set In the upcoming modification dialogue set the actual date (format:“dd.mm.yy”). 4.6.10 Setting the time Select “Time”...
  • Page 34 4.6.11.2 Setting the display behaviour of the LED steam Select “Steam-LED” in the display/LED settings submenu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Display/LED Steam-LED CP3 PD4 230V2 Water Manag.:Set Backlight Demand :50% Remote Test :Set Steam-LED :Time-Off Lim. Control:80% Date :14.06.09 Off-Timeout :5min...
  • Page 35 4.6.11.5 Setting the brightness of the backlight Select “Brightness” in the display/LED settings submenu, then press the <Set> key. Settings Display/LED Brightness Water Manag.:Set Backlight 80 % Remote Test :Set Steam-LED :Time-Off 80 % Date :14.06.09 Off-Timeout :5min Time :12:00 Contrast Display/LED :Set Brightness...

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    You may get in touch with live parts when the unit is open. Touching live parts may cause severe injury or even lethal violation. Prevention: Before carrying out any maintenance work set the Condair CP3mini out of operation as described in chapter 4.3 (switch off the unit, disconnect it from the mains and stop the water supply) and secure the unit against inadvertent power-up.

  • Page 37: Maintenance List

    Maintenance list To maintain operational safety the Condair CP3mini steam humidifier must be maintained at reg- ular intervals. This is differentiated between the first maintenance after approx. 500 operating hours (I), the replacement of the steam cylinder after the yellow LED lights (II) and annual maintenance (III).

  • Page 38: Removing And Installing Parts For Maintenance

    Removing and installing parts for maintenance 5.3.1 Removal and installation of the steam cylinder Loosen the fixing screw of the front cover on the bottom side of the intermediate panel a few turns. Pull the lower part of the front cover to the front, then push the cover upward and remove it. Release the hose clamp on the steam connector of the steam cylinder, then detach the steam hose from the steam connector.
  • Page 39 Installation of the steam cylinder follows the reverse sequence. Observe the following: – Before installing the steam cylinder in the unit, check the O-ring of the cylinder receptacle for damage and replace if necessary. – Moisten the O-ring of the cylinder receptacle with water (do not use grease or oil), then insert steam cylinder into the receptacle and push it down to the stop.

  • Page 40: Disassembly And Assembly Of The Components Of The Water System

    5.3.2 Disassembly and assembly of the components of the water system To dismount the components of the water system proceed as follows: 1. Dismount the steam cylinder (see chapter 5.3.1). 2. Undo the two screws of the intermediate panel. Then, carefully remove the intermediate panel to the front, swivel it to the left and hang it onto the pins of the back panel.

  • Page 41: Notes On Cleaning The Unit Components

    Notes on cleaning the unit components Unit component What to clean and how to clean Water hoses • Remove any limescale by slightly knocking on the tubes using a rubber hammer. Then, rinse the tubes well with hot tap water. Inlet valve •...

  • Page 42: Notes On Cleaning Agents

    Unit component What to clean and how to clean Interior of the unit Wipe the interior of the unit with a damp cloth without using (water side only) any cleaning agent. Take care that the electrical connections and the electronic components remain dry.

  • Page 43: 6 Fault Elimination

    Warning W21 Cyl.Max.Level Menu Info Further operation is still possible. The control of the CP3mini checks whether there is a temporary problem (e.g. water supply interrupted for a short time) or whether it can resolve the problem by taking necessary measures. If the cause of the malfunction disappears of its own accord or if the control can repair the malfunction, the alarm message will automatically switch off.

  • Page 44: 6.2 Malfunction List

    Invalid data stored on the CF card. Install new CF card. Error lights E3: CF card Invalid CF card is incompatible ––– ––– The installed CF card is not compatible with Install correct CF card. Let your Condair Error lights the hardware of the unit or with the basic service technician adjust the basic E4: CF card incompat settings of the control electronics. settings. Wrong hardware settings –––...

  • Page 45: Unit Faults

    6.2.2 Unit faults Warning Error Cause Remedy Display Display External safety chain is open red and ––– ––– Ventilation interlock open. If applicable, check/turn on ventilation Warning green system. W20: Safety loop open flash Air flow monitor triggered. Check ventilator/filter of the ventilation system. Safety humidistat triggered. Wait. If applicable, check safety humidi- stat Max. filling level of Max. filling level of steam cylinder reached steam cylinder reached but no heating current –––...
  • Page 46 Warning Error Cause Remedy Display Display Relay heating voltage jammed ––– ––– Relay heating voltage jammed in activated Inspect relay, replace if necessary. Error lights position. E26: Req.Off Current Foam detection Foam detection (4 automatic drainings within 24 hours) ––– Foaming in steam cylinder. Drain steam cylinder via drain key (sev- Warning Error lights eral times, if necessary). Check quality of...

  • Page 47: Resetting The Error Indication (Red Led Lights)

    Malfunctions relating to the electrical installation (e.g. replacement of the backup battery, replace- ment of fuses) must be repaired by authorized personnel or by your Condair representative’s service technician only. Repair work and the replacement of faulty components must be carried out by your Condair repre- sentative’s service technician only!

  • Page 48: 6.5 Replacing The Backup Battery On The Control Board

    Replacing the backup battery on the control board 1. Set the Condair CP3mini out of operation as described in chapter 4.3, disconnect it from the mains and secure the unit against inadvertent power-up. 2. Loosen the fixing screw of the front cover on the bottom side of the intermediate panel a few turns.

  • Page 49: 7 Taking Out Of Service/Disposal

    Taking out of service/Disposal Taking out of service If the Condair CP3mini must be replaced or if the humidification system is not needed any more, proceed as follows: 1. Take the unit out of operation as described in chapter 4.3.

  • Page 50: 14 8 Product Specifications

    Product specifications Technical data Condair CP3mini Heating voltages 230V1~ / 50..60Hz 240V1~ / 50..60Hz 200V2~ / 50..60Hz Steam capacity 2 kg/h 4 kg/h 2 kg/h 4 kg/h Max. power consumption 1.6 kW 3.1 kW 1.6 kW 3.1 kW Control voltages 230V1~ / 50..60Hz...
  • Page 51 Wiring diagram Condair CP3mini Control board Power board CYLINDER LEVEL SENSOR DRAIN INLET FAN- FAN+ CF Card Driver REL4 CR1632 MAIN CONTACT Fault Remote J1 CPU BOARD 200mAF MAIN SUPPLY Keypad / LED F4 1AT CTRL N L SW N SW...
  • Page 52 Notes...
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  • Page 55 © Condair Ltd., Printed in switzerland technical modifications reserved...
  • Page 56 CONsuLtiNg, saLEs aNd sErviCE: reg.No. 40002-2 Manufacturer: Condair Ltd. Member of the Walter Meier group talstrasse 35-37, 8808 Pfäffikon, switzerland Ph. +41 55 416 61 11, Fax +41 55 416 62 62 info@condair.com, www.condair.com...

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