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Manual Electrode Steam Humidifier IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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Because of this you should monitor your new unit during initial operation. Make sure that it has been properly installed and is operating to your satisfaction. Consult your HygroMatik specialists. We will test the quality of your water and advise you on installation and initial operation. Your HygroMatik steam humidifier will be carefully adapted to your particular application.
They will impress you with their safety, ease of use and econom- ical operation. In order to operate your HygroMatik steam humidifier safely, properly and efficiently, please read these operating instructions. Employ your steam humidifier only in sound condition and as directed.
Range of heigh conductivity Upper threshold Warning: HygroMatik steam humidifiers emit steam with a tem- perature of 100° C. The steam may not be inhaled directly. The HygroMatik Steam Humidifier is not designed for outdoor fit- ting 1.2 Typographic Distinctions •...
If the product is resold, turn the documenta- tion over to the new operator. If the documentation is lost, please contact HygroMatik. Versions in Other Languages These operating instructions are available in several languages. If interested, please contact HygroMatik or your HygroMatik dealer. Page 7...
2. Safety Notes 2.1 Overview These safety notes are required by law. They promote work- place safety and accident prevention. Warnings and Safety Symbols The safety symbols below identify sections containing warnings about hazards or potential dangers. Please familiarize yourself with these symbols.
(such as grounding resistance). HygroMatik steam humidifiers are IP20-protected. Make sure that the unit is protected from drips in its installed location. Installing a humidifier in a room without water discharge requires safety devices to protect against water leakages.
3.3 Packing Note: Notice the symbols affixed to the packing box. 3.4 Interim Storage Store the unit in a dry place and protect from frost. 3.5 Check for Complete and Correct Delivery of Goods Upon receipt of the unit, confirm that: •...
4. Operation and Installation 4.1 Mode of Operation The HygroMatik steam humidifier utilizes the conductivity nor- mally present in tap water for steam production. Electrodes inside an enclosed steam cylinder are immersed directly into the tap water. They are connected to the alternating current.
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Please also see Section „Exploded View“. Location Designation adapter vent pipe max. water level sensor electrode water drain, discharge top part of steam cylinder o-ring cylinder flange cylinder flange and o-ring lower part of cylinder solenoid valve water inlet blow-down pump o-ring cylinder base electrodes...
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The concentration of dissolved salts increases over time, which can lead to a rise in the conductivity of the water. If this contin- ues, conductivity may increase until a short circuit occurs. This could damage the unit, but in any case would significantly reduce the life span of the electrodes.
The minimum clearances indicated in the diagram below must be observed; these are necessary to ensure adequate ventilation for the housing. • HygroMatik humidifiers are not suitable for direct out- door installation. • The steam humidifier should be installed as close as possible to the steam manifold.
5.1.1 Fitting measures Clearances Note: When choosing the site for the steam humidifier, consider the location of existing water installations (feed and drain lines). Page 16...
5.2 Fan Unit (optional) Note: The fan unit should be positioned to avoid drafts. In gen- eral, a minimum height of 2 m is sufficient. • Install the fan unit directly on a wall. Fan Unit Type for wall installation VG 08, 17, 30 5.2.1 Fan Unit Type VG •...
5.3 Absorption Distance B The "absorption distance" (B ) is defined as the distance from the steam feed to where the steam is completely absorbed in the treated air. Inside the absorption distance, steam is visible as mist in the air stream. Condensation may collect on anything installed inside the absorption distance.
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Length I of the usable steam manifold depends on the dimen- sions of the air duct. The length of the absorption distance can be reduced by using multiple steam manifolds (also see section on the steam manifold). Method: Graphically determine absorption distance B using the absorp- tion distance nomogram (also see Section „Absorption Distance Nomogramm“...
5.4 Steam Manifold 5.4.1 Notes on Installation These notes are based on a homogeneous Horizontal installation of Standard steam manifold installation: steam manifold Duct Steam Manifold Air flow direction L1=L2=L3 An even distribution of steam manifolds ensures a uniform steam distribution.
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Air duct Positioning of steam manifolds Sample flat Staggered vertically and laterally Air flow very flat By tilting the steam manifold 30 - 45° very flat duct towards the air flow direction, the mini- mum upper clearance can be reduced to 70mm.
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With high-pressure air-conditioning systems, the unit's drain or supply hose must be lengthened depending on the over pressure. When this is the case please consult HygroMatik. • Install the steam manifold as close as possible to the steam humidifier in order to minimize steam loss through condensation.
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2x(2xDN40) 2x(1xDN40) 2x(1xDN12) * For units HL 6 - 12 and DL6-12 HygroMatik delivers one adapter DN40 / 25.** For units HL 36 - 45 HygroMatik delivers one t-connector for separating the steam on two steam manifold. *** Special lenght on request.
Note: When installing the steam hose, please pay attention to the following: • The steam hose diameter may not be smaller than the steam outlet of the HygroMatik steam humidifier (do not restrict the cross-section, otherwise back pressure will increase). •...
5.6 Cover Plate HygroMatik flange plates may be used to neatly complete instal- lation of the steam humidifier in the air duct. Two-piece flange plates are available for the DN25 and DN40 steam manifolds. flange plate DN25 E-2604260 flange plate DN40 E-2604410...
5.8 Condensate Hose Note: When installing the condensate hose, please pay atten- tion to the following: Warning: To keep condensate from accumulating in the duct, make sure condensate can drain freely. If the steam manifold is positioned higher than 500 mm above the steam humidifier: »...
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» If enough space is available, lay a loop as a vapor trap. The steam manifold must be at least 500 mm from the loop. If the steam manifold is positioned lower than 500 mm above the steam humidifier: » Lay steam hose at a height of at least 400 mm above unit and then connect to the steam manifold with a con- stant fall.
5.10 Steam Solenoid Valves When humidifying a number of loads, which are to be controlled separately, using a single steam humidifier, steam solenoid valves can be included in the steam hoses. Valve control has to provided by the customer. • Install the vertical risers with flow from bottom to top.
Install a water filter (WF) if water quality requires it. Note: Shut-off valve (SV) and water filter (WF) are not supplied with the unit » HygroMatik provides a water hose (56) with a cap nut at both ends which can be used for water installation. Install as follows: »...
6.3 Water discharge Warning: Water must drain freely! During blow down up to 0,3 litre water per second are being drained. For water discharge, we recommend installation of a flexible water drain hose. Please note: • Do not bend the drain hose. •...
6.4 Water Installation Check Go down the following water installation checklist: Are all screws and clamps properly tightened? Is the water supply pipe flushed? Was the water installation correctly installed? Can the blow-down water drain freely? Was the water discharge correctly installed? Is there no leakage from the water supply pipe and water discharge? Warning: Flush the water supply pipe before connecting to the...
7. Electrical Connection Danger, Hazardous Voltage: All work related to electrical instal- lation to be performed by authorized personnel only (electricians or professionals with equivalent training). The customer is responsible for checking qualifications. Danger, Hazardous Voltage: Do not plug the steam humidifier into the power grid until after all installation work has been com- pleted.
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Type Main Power Supply HY05 - HY45 1 x 400V/3Phase/N HY60 - HY116 2 x 400V/3Phase/N CompactLine 1 x 400V/3Phase/N MS5, MS10 1 x 400V/3Phase/N 1 x 230/1Phase/N DBE 2 1 x 230V/1Phase DBE 6-45 1 x 400V/3Phase/N Other voltages are available on request.
MiniSteam: Type Power Usage Circuit Protection MS5, 230V/1/N 15,7 A 1 x 16 A MS5, 400V/3/N 5,4 A 3 x 6 A MS10, 400V/3/N 10,8 A 3 x 16 A DBE: Type Power Usage Circuit Protection DBE 2 6,5 A 1 x 10 A DBE 6 6,5 A...
7.3 Fan Unit » Connect fan unit according to the wiring diagram. The fan unit operates in parallel with the humidifier. Note: Terminals 37 and 38 are only installed if the option „fan unit“ is ordered. Page 40...
7.4 Safety Interlock Note: Install contact interlocks, i.e. max. hygrostat, vane relay, pressure controller, air interlock, in series between terminals 1 and 2. Warning: A max-hygrostat should be installed in the safety inter- lock. The max-hygrostat acts as a safety device in case the humidity sensor malfunctions.
8. Commissioning Warning: This unit is only to be started by qualified personnel. Switching off steam humidifier Warning: Before starting up the unit, make sure you know how to switch it off. » Switch off unit by setting control switch to “0” »...
9. Maintenance The HygroMatik steam humidifier is easy to maintain. However, inadequate or improper maintenance can lead to operational malfunctions. Perform regular maintenance to give your unit a long life span. Warning: When performing maintenance work, please note: • The unit is only to be serviced by qualified, authorized personnel.
In extreme cases, water pretreatment may be necessary (soft- ening by dilution to approx. 4 - 8 °dH; decarbonization/partial desalination to achieve target reductions in carbonate hard- ness). HygroMatik would be pleased to refer you to companies specializing in water treatment systems. 9.2 Access Electrical Enclosure »...
9.3 Removing and Cleaning the Steam Cylinder Warning: Please follow the detailed instructions in these operat- ing instructions! The unit is only to be serviced by qualified, authorized personnel. Note the warnings and safety notes in the operating instructions. Failure to observe warnings and safety notes may result in injury, serious injury or death, and/or dam- age to the unit.
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Warning: Check the inside of the top part of steam cylinder for crust build-up and possible salt bridges (black grooves between the electrode leads). If present, wash away completely . Note: If electrical arcs have burned deep grooves in the mate- rial, the top part of the cylinder must be replaced.
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Note: When putting the cylinder back together, the joints and reinforcements of both sections must fit together snugly. Page 48...
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Warning: The plug must be pressed down onto the electrode as far as it will go. Note: Connect plugs to the correct electrodes. Note the color of the knurled nut. Note: Condensate connection must be showing in the front on the left.
Warning: The unit must be closed and locked. This guarantees that the cover is grounded. (Only with hymidifier type HyLine and MiniSteam) Switch on the unit and check for leaks after 15-30 minutes of operation. 9.4 Electrode wear Electrode wear depends on: •...
The humidifier switches itself off. Also see Section "Mainte- nance." When the electrodes are less than 1/3 to 1/2 of their original length, replace them. 9.4.1 Original Electrode Lengths Original lengths of HygroMatik large area stainless-steel elec- trodes are: HyLine: Type...
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» Loosen knurled nuts (5) and remove electrodes (48). » Install new electrodes and hand tighten the nuts. Use solvent-free, HygroMatik-quality o-rings (for flange, cylinder base and steam hose adapter). » Assemble steam cylinder and place it into cylinder »...
• there is "lightning" in the cylinder, the conductivity of the water is too high or it isn't decanted often enough. In this case please contact HygroMatik. 9.6 Cleaning the Blow- Down Pump » Remove cylinder »...
9.7 Cleaning the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve Removal » Shut off water supply and loosen water installation hose connection. » Remove cylinder please also see chapter „Removing and Cleaning Steam Cylinder“ » Loosen connecting hose (21) from the base. » Detach e-cable from the solenoid valve.
9.9 Checking Operation Start up the unit and operate for a few minutes at maximum out- put if possible. » Check safety devices. » Check hose connections for possible leaks. 9.10 Dismantling After you stop using the steam humidifier, dismantle (demolish or scrap) it by following the installation procedures in reverse order.
12. Fax Form - Order for spare parts Fax Form Please copy, fill in and fax to Lise-Meitner-Str. 3 . +49(0)4193/895-33 Fax.No 24558 Henstedt-Ulzburg Tel. +4904193/895-0 Order of spare parts unit type *______________ serial no.* ___________________ commission: ______________ order no.: __________________ quantity article article no.
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