nor-tec EL005 Manual de usuario
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Electrode Steam Humidifier
Nortec EL Series
2582302_C_EN_1611
Humidication and Evaporative Cooling
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Nortec Humidity Ltd.
2740 Fenton Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada K1T 3T7
Tel. 1.866.NORTEC1, Fax 613.822.7964
nortec@humidity.com, www.humidity.com
Proprietary Notice
This document and the information disclosed herein are proprietary data of Nortec Humidity Ltd. Neither this docu-
ment, nor the information contained herein shall be reproduced, used, or disclosed to others without the written
authorization of Nortec Humidity Ltd., except to the extent required for installation, operation or maintenance of
the customer's equipment.
Liability Notice
Nortec Humidity Ltd. does not accept any liability due to incorrect installation, maintenance or operation of the
equipment, or due to the use of parts/components/equipment that are not authorized by Nortec Humidity Ltd.
Copyright Notice
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Technical modication rights reserved.
iiiContents
Nortec EL 2582302_C_EN_1611
Contents
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Before You Start! 1
1.2 General 1
2 For Your Safety 3
3 Receiving and Storage 5
3.1 Inspection 5
3.2 Storage and Transportation 5
4 Product Overview 7
4.1 General Description 7
4.2 Models Overview 8
4.3 Model Designation 8
4.4 Options 9
4.5 Accessories 10
5 Installation 11
5.1 General 11
5.2 Installation Overview 12
5.2.1 Typical Installation for Duct Humidication 12
5.2.2 Typical Installation for Direct Room Humidication 14
5.3 Site Requirements 15
5.4 Mounting the Humidier 16
5.4.1 Location and Clearances 16
5.4.2 Standard Mounting 18
5.4.3 Mounting Using Optional Mounting Bar 20
5.4.4 Mounting to OSHPD Seismic Requirements 22
5.4.5 Mounting Checklist 24
5.5 Steam Line Connections 24
5.5.1 Steam Distribution Using the Air Handling Unit 24
5.5.2 Steam Distribution Using the Blower Pack 24
5.5.2.1 Placement of Humidier 24
5.5.2.2 Remote-Mounted Blower Pack 25
5.5.3 Best Practices for Installing Steam and Condensate Lines 26
5.5.3.1 Common Steam and Condensate Line Installation Mistakes 34
5.5.4 Steam Connections Checklist 35
5.6 Water Connections 36
5.6.1 Water Connections Overview 36
5.6.2 Water Connection Requirements 38
5.6.3 Water Connections Checklist 38
5.7 Humidity Control Systems 39
5.7.1 Control Device Locations 39
5.7.2 Permissible Control Signal Inputs 39
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5.8 Electrical Connections 40
5.8.1 General 40
5.8.2 Wiring Diagrams 41
5.8.2.1 Nortec EL Steam Humidier, Steam Cylinder A 41
5.8.2.2 Nortec EL Steam Humidier, Steam Cylinder B (Large Units Only) 43
5.8.3 External Connections 44
5.8.3.1 3-Phase Power Supply Connection 44
5.8.3.2 Single-Phase Power Supply Connection 45
5.8.3.3 External Safety Chain 46
5.8.3.4 Modulating Demand or Humidity Signal 47
5.8.3.5 Ohmic Humidity Controller (Passive) 48
5.8.3.6 24V On/Off Humidistat 49
5.8.3.7 External On/Off Input 49
5.8.3.8 Dual Steam Cylinders Control Wiring 50
5.8.3.9 Remote Relay PCB Connections 51
5.8.3.10 Accessory Relay PCB Connections 52
5.8.3.11 Modbus Connection 53
5.8.4 Connecting Multiple Units Using Linkup 54
5.8.5 Maximum External Fuse 55
5.8.6 Electrical Connections Checklist 57
6 ProductSpecications 59
6.1 Weights 59
6.2 Dimensions 60
A Appendix i
A.1 Installation Checklist i
B Appendix iii
B.1 Commissioning Checklist iii
B.1.1 Pre-Start-Up Checklist iii
B.1.2 Performance Checklist vi
1Introduction
Nortec EL 2582302_C_EN_1611
1 Introduction
1.1 Before You Start!
Thank you for purchasing the Nortec EL steam humidier.
The Nortec EL steam humidier incorporates the latest technical advances and meets all recognized
safety standards. Never-the-less, improper use of the Nortec EL steam humidier may result in danger
to the user or third parties, and/or damage to property.
To ensure safe, proper and economical operation of the Nortec EL steam humidier, observe and comply
with all information and safety instructions contained in this manual, as well as all relevant documenta-
tion of components of the installed humidication system.
If you have additional questions, contact your local Nortec representative. They will be glad to assist you.
1.2 General
Limitations
The subject of this manual is the Nortec EL steam humidier. The various options and accessories
may only be described in-so-far as is necessary for proper installation and operation of the equipment.
Additional information on available options and accessories can be obtained in the instructions that are
supplied with them.
This manual is restricted to the installation of the Nortec EL steam humidier, and is intended for well
trained personnel who are suitably qualied for their respective tasks.
Symbols Used in This Manual
CAUTION!
The word "CAUTION" in conjunction with the general caution symbol is used to provide safety
instructions that, if neglected, may cause damage and/or malfunction of the unit or damage to
property.
WARNING!
The word "WARNING" in conjunction with the general warning symbol is used to provide safety
instructions that, if neglected, may cause injury to personnel. Other specic warning symbols may
also be used in place of the general symbol.
DANGER!
The word "DANGER" in conjunction with the general danger symbol is used to provide safety
instructions that, if neglected, may cause severe injury to personnel or even death. Other specic
danger symbols may also be used in place of the general symbol.
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Other Related Publications
This installation manual is supplemented by other publications such as the operation and maintenance
manual, spare parts list, etc., which are included in the delivery of the equipment. Where necessary,
appropriate cross-references to these publications have been added in this manual.
Storage of Manual
Keep this manual in a place where it is safe and readily accessible. If the equipment is moved to another
location, make sure that the manual is passed on to the new user.
If the manual is lost or misplaced, contact your local Nortec representative for a replacement copy.
.
3For Your Safety
Nortec EL 2582302_C_EN_1611
2 For Your Safety
General
Every person who is tasked with the installation of the Nortec EL steam humidier must read and under-
stand this manual before performing any work. Knowing and understanding the contents of the installa-
tion manual and the operation and maintenance manual is a basic requirement for protecting personnel
against any kind of danger, preventing faulty operation, and operating the unit safely and correctly.
All labels, signs and marking applied to the Nortec EL steam humidier must be observed and kept in
a readable state.
PersonnelQualications
All procedures described in this manual must only be performed by personnel who are adequately quali-
ed, well trained and are authorized by the customer.
For safety and warranty reasons, any activity beyond the scope of this manual must only be performed
by qualied personnel authorized by Nortec.
All personnel working with the Nortec EL steam humidier must be familiar with, and comply with the
appropriate regulations on workplace safety and prevention of accidents.
Intended Use
The Nortec EL steam humidier is intended exclusively for air humidication using a Nortec-approved
steam distributor or blower pack within specied operating conditions (refer to the Operation and
Maintenance Manual for details). Any other type of application, without the express written consent of
Nortec, is considered to be not conforming to its intended purpose, and may lead to dangerous opera-
tion and will void the warranty.
In order to operate the equipment in the intended manner all information contained in this manual, in
particular the safety instructions, must be observed closely.
DangersthatmayarisefromtheNortecELsteamhumidier:
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock!
The NortecELsteamhumidierismainspowered.Livepartsmaybeexposedwhenthedoor
panels are removed. Touching live parts may cause severe injury or even death.
Prevention:The Nortec EL steam humidier must be connected to the mains only after all installa-
tion work has been completed, checked for correct workmanship, and the door panels are installed
and fastened securely.
WARNING!
Risk of severe burns from exposure to hot steam vapors!
The Nortec EL steam humidier uses hot steam vapors for humidication. Bare skin exposed to hot
steam vapors can result in severe burns.
Prevention:Avoid contact with hot steam. Or, wear appropriate personal protective equipment
when working near steam vapors.
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Preventing Unsafe Operation
All personnel working with the Nortec EL steam humidier must immediately report to the customer any
alterations to the unit that may affect safety, and securethehumidieragainstaccidentalpower-up.
ModicationstotheUnitProhibited
Modicationsarenotpermitted on the Nortec EL steam humidier without the express written consent
of Nortec.
5Receiving and Storage
Nortec EL 2582302_C_EN_1611
3 Receiving and Storage
3.1 Inspection
After receiving the shipment, inspect the goods as follows:
– Inspect the shipping boxes for damage.
Report any shipping box damages to the shipping company without delay.
– Check the goods against the packing slip to ensure that all items have been delivered.
Report any shortages to your Nortec representative within 48 hours of receipt of the goods. Nortec
does not assume responsibilities for any shortages beyond this period.
– Unpack the parts/components and check for any damage.
If parts/components are damaged, notify the shipping company immediately.
– Verify the model type on the rating label to ensure that it is suitable for your installation. Refer to
Figure 3 on page 9.
3.2 Storage and Transportation
Storage
Store the Nortec EL steam humidier in its original packaging inside a protected area that meets the
following requirements until it is installed, or if it needs to be stored for an extended period of time:
– Room temperature: 41 to 104 °F (5 to 40 °C)
– Room humidity: 10 to 75% RH
Transportation
For optimum protection always transport the unit and components in their original packaging, and use
appropriate lifting/transporting devices.
Packaging
Keep the original packaging of the unit/components for later use.
If the packaging needs to be disposed off, observe local regulations on waste disposal. Recycle pack-
aging where possible.
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