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OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Electrode Steam Humidifier
Nortec EL-Series
Humidification and Evaporative Cooling
NORTEC

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT! Read and save these instructions. This manual to be left with the equipment. NORTEC OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Electrode Steam Humidifier Nortec EL-Series Humidification and Evaporative Cooling...
  • Page 2 Serial number: Proprietary Notice This document and the information disclosed herein are proprietary data of Condair Ltd. Neither this document, nor the information contained herein shall be reproduced, used, or disclosed to others without the written authorization of Condair Ltd., except to the extent required for installation, operation or maintenance of the customer's equipment.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Before You Start! General For Your Safety Product Overview General Description Functional Description Operator Interface Controls Control Software 4.2.1 Home Screen 4.2.2 General Navigational Elements 4.2.3 Operating Status 4.2.4 Maintenance and Fault Status 4.2.5 Help 4.2.6 System Information 4.2.7 Main Menu 4.2.7.1...
  • Page 4 Cleaning 6.4.1 Cleaning Agents 6.4.2 Cleaning Procedures Resetting Cylinder Installing Software and Firmware Updates Fault Isolation General Fault Indication General Troubleshooting Nortec EL Warning and Fault List Exporting Fault and Service History Resetting Fault Status Wiring Diagrams Decommissioning General Removal from Service for Disposal or Long-term Storage Disposal/Recycling Product Specifications 10.1...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    If you have additional questions, contact your local Condair representative. They will be glad to assist you. General Limitations The subject of this manual is the Nortec EL steam humidifier.
  • Page 6 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 Condair representative for a replacement copy. 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM...

  • Page 7: For Your Safety

    (refer to "Operating Data" on page 91 for details). Any other type of application, without the express written consent of Condair, is considered to be not conforming to its intended purpose, and may lead to dangerous operation and will void the warranty.
  • Page 8 Modifications Prohibited Modifications are not permitted on the Nortec EL steam humidifier without the express written consent of Condair. Always use original Condair replacement parts and accessories available through your local Condair representative. 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    In addition, up to six humidifiers (12 cylinders) can be set up in a main-extension configuration using Condair's Linkup system to satisfy large humidification needs. The Nortec EL steam humidifier comes in three different housing sizes – small, medium and large. The small and medium size models have a single steam cylinder, while the large model is equipped with dual steam cylinders.

  • Page 10: Functional Description

    Functional Description Refer to Figure 1 on page 9 Figure 2 on page Water Supply Water enters the humidifier through the fill valve into the open fill cup with integral air gap, and then flows down through the fill hose into the steam cylinder. Steam Generation When the humidifier receives a signal to supply steam the contactor closes, and after a 60 second delay the fill valve opens and water enters the bottom of the steam cylinder, as described above.
  • Page 11 2, 3 1, 2 Figure 2: Nortec EL Duct Humidification High limit On/Off humidistat (external safety chain) Water supply Humidity sensor or modulating humidistat (used for Condensate line control of space in return duct, or high limit in supply duct) 10 Steam distributor On/Off humidistat (used for humidity control) 11 Air proving switch (external safety chain)
  • Page 12 5, 6 Figure 3: Nortec EL Direct Room Humidification Blower pack, remote-mounted Steam line Blower pack, built-on High level On/Off humidistat (external safety chain) Humidity sensor or humidistat (used for control of space humidity or high limit) On/Off humidity control Electrical disconnect, high voltage supply Drain line Air gap with optional trap...

  • Page 13: Operator Interface

    Operator Interface Controls The operator interface in the Nortec EL steam humidifier is located on the front of the unit – refer to Figure 4. It consists of a touchscreen display with a LED status indicator, and an On/Off switch. Refer to Table 1 on page 14 for a description of each of these elements.
  • Page 14 Table 1: Operator Interface Element Functions Element Description Touchscreen display Allows the user to monitor or control the Nortec EL humidifier. Refer to "Control Software" on page 15 for details of the software interface. LED status indicator The status LED is a multi-function LED, which lights up in different colors depending on the operating status of the humidifier.

  • Page 15: Control Software

    "System Information" on page 18 for details. <Menu> button – access the Main menu. Refer to for details. "Main Menu" on page 25 10 Visual indication of the current steam output level. 11 Condair humidifier model number 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL Operator Interface...

  • Page 16: General Navigational Elements

    4.2.2 General Navigational Elements Figure 6 show the general navigational elements/features of the screens on the touchscreen display. Figure 6: General Navigational Elements Return button – cancel and return to previous menu level. Current menu/sub-menu selection Previous Tab button – return to the previous tab in the current menu/sub-menu selection. Next Tab button –...

  • Page 17: Maintenance And Fault Status

    Message Description Keep Warm The humidifier is in standby mode, and the keep warm function is activated. Disabled The Nortec EL humidifier is disabled by the BMS (building management system). Stopped The humidifier is stopped because a condition with a "Fault" status is active.

  • Page 18: Help

    Message Description Warning A condition with a "Warning" status is active. Depending on the warning condition, the Nortec EL humidifier will continue to produce steam when there is a demand (unless the warning relates to a control signal). In addition, the status LED turns yellow in color. Fault A condition with a "Fault"...
  • Page 19 General Tab Humidifier Model: shows the model number, as also seen – on the specification label (on the underside and right side of the humidifier). – Cyl. Series: shows the cylinder series used in the humidifier. – Voltage: shows the rated heating voltage of the humidifier. –...
  • Page 20 Timer Cylinder A (Timer Cylinder B) Tab Note: The Timer Cylinder B tab appears only on units with dual steam cylinders that are set to work in independent mode. It is identical to the Timer Cylinder A tab. – On/Off Timers: shows the current status of the On/Off tim- ers function.
  • Page 21 Operating Cylinder A Tab, continued... – Channel 1: shows the input signal for Channel 1. If con- figured for demand control, it represents the demand. If configured for RH(P/PI), it represents sensed humidity. – Setpoint Channel 1: shows the fixed humidity setpoint value for steam cylinder A. Select the field to adjust the setpoint value.
  • Page 22 Operating Cylinder B Tab Note: The Operating Cylinder B tab appears only on units with dual steam cylinders. Output: shows the actual output of steam cylinder B. – – Current Sensor: shows the actual current draw (in am- peres) by steam cylinder B. Linkup Type: shows the current mode of operation of –...
  • Page 23 Features Tab Manual Capacity A: shows the set capacity limitation – value as a percentage of the maximum capacity of steam cylinder A. Select the field to adjust the value. Refer to "Manual Capacity Tab" on page 29 for more details. Manual Capacity B: shows the set capacity limitation –...
  • Page 24 Network Tab The information shown in this tab varies depending on whether a BAS (building automation system) protocol is on, and which protocol is selected. If no BAS protocol is on, then only Online Status and IP Address are shown. Modbus Network –...

  • Page 25: Main Menu

    4.2.7 Main Menu Select the <Menu> button on the Home screen to view the Main menu. The Main menu and its contents Figure 7. Enter the password "0335" to access the Main menu. are password-protected. Refer to Figure 7: Main Menu Access To access the Configuration menu and its features, refer to "Configuration Menu"...
  • Page 26 The structure of the Main menu and its sub-menus is shown in Table Table 5: Main Menu Structure "Main Menu" on "Configuration Menu" on "Features Menu" on "Water Management Tab" on page 27 page 25 > page 27 > page 27 >...

  • Page 27: Configuration Menu

    4.2.7.1 Configuration Menu The Configuration menu lets you configure the operation of the Nortec EL steam humidifier. The menu and sub-menu items are discussed below. Refer to Table 5 on page 26 for the menu structure. Features Menu Each tab under the Features Menu is discussed below. Water Management Tab –...
  • Page 28 Water Management Tab, continued... – Forced Drain: allows you to enable or disable the forced drain function, which drains the steam cylinder to remove minerals every time a fixed number of run hours passes. It can be useful when operating with water that has high conductivity.
  • Page 29 Operation Tab Manual Capacity A: allows you to select the Manual – Capacity menu, shown below. This menu allows you to set a fixed maximum output capacity, or set a time-dependant maximum output capacity using a timer function. Manual Capacity Tab Allows you to set a fixed maximum output capacity without the use of timers.
  • Page 30 Operation Tab, continued... – On/Off Timers: allow you to enable or disable the On/Off timer function to permit disabling of steam production dur- ing specified days and times. Timer: allows you to enable or disable the On/Off timer function. Options: On or Off Factory setting: Event "n": allows you to set whether the humidifier can or cannot produce steam by: day of the week or over a range...
  • Page 31 Operation Tab, continued... – Overcurrent: CAUTION! Do not adjust this value unless instructed to do so by a Condair representative. Setting range: 0.0-2.0 Factory setting: – Low Conductivity: allows you to adjusts the end-of- cylinder-life detection to prevent false end-of-cylinder-life detection when conductivity of the supply water is less than 250 μS/cm.
  • Page 32 Accessory Board Tab Note: This tab requires the optional accessory relay PCB (printed circuit board) be installed in your humidifier. The accessory relay PCB is used to control an external fan in the ventilation system, or an external valve for flushing the water supply line. –...
  • Page 33 Control Settings Menu Each tab under the Control Settings menu is discussed below. Refer to the structure of the tabs in Table 5 on page Basic Tab Source: allows you to select the source of incoming con- – trol/humidity signal to the humidifier. Options: Analog –...
  • Page 34 Basic Tab, continued... – Control Mode CH 1/3: allows you to select the general control mode for the incoming control signal. Options: Demand – control signal is from an external controller. RH P – control signal uses the internal P (proportional) controller to interpret sensed humidity into demand.
  • Page 35 Basic Tab, continued... – Control Channels: allows you set whether the humidifier is controlled by one or two signals. Options: Single – single control. Dual – Two control signals (typically a control, plus a high limit signal). Factory setting: Dual Signal Type Channel 1/3: allows you to select the signal –...
  • Page 36 PI Control Parameters (A and B) Tab Note: The PI Control Parameters tab appears as tab A and tab B on units with dual steam cylinders set to operate in independent mode. This menu appears only if Control Mode is set to "RH P" or "RH PI". –...
  • Page 37 Setpoint Tab, continued... – Setpoint Channel 1: allows you to set the humidifier to operate at a fixed humidity setpoint value at the specified time and date. Setting range: 0-95% RH Factory setting: 40% RH PI Control Parameters Tab, continued from previous page... –...
  • Page 38 RH Alerts Tab Note: This tab appears only if Control Mode is set to "RH P" or "RH PI". RH Alerts: allows you to enable or disable the alert func- – tion that warns if sensed humidity is too high or too low. Options: On –...
  • Page 39 Multi-Unit Operation Tab Linkup: allows you to enable or disable the Linkup func- – tion, which allows up to six humidifier to connect and operate together from a single control signal. It also allows you to designate the humidifiers to operate as the main or extension unit(s).
  • Page 40 Multi-Unit Operation Tab, continued... – Sequence Interval: allows you to set the time interval used by the control software to establish a new operat- ing sequence to balance operating hours of linked hu- midifiers. Note: This setting is available only if Sequence Rotation is enabled.
  • Page 41 General Menu Each tab under the General menu is discussed below. Refer to Table 5 on page 26 for the menu structure. Basic Tab – Date: allows you to set the current date in MM/DD/YYYY or DD/MM/YYYY format depending on the Date Format setting.
  • Page 42 Time/Date Tab Date Format: allows you to select the date format. – Options: MM/DD/YY or DD/MM/YY Factory setting: MM/DD/YY – Clock Format: allows you to select the time format. Options: 12 hour or 24 hour Factory setting: 12 hour 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL Operator Interface...
  • Page 43 No – remote disable not permitted. Factory setting: Network Parameters Tab The following settings are used only for communications via the integrated BACnet IP protocol, Condair Online and web pages. – IP Type: allows you to select how the IP address settings are assigned.
  • Page 44 Network Parameters Tab, continued... – Primary DNS: allows you to manually set the primary DNS (domain name server) for the IP address. Note: Set the primary DNS only if IP Type is set to "Fixed". – Secondary DNS: allows you to manually set the sec- ondary DNS (domain name server) for the IP address.
  • Page 45 Modbus Parameters Tab Modbus: allows you to enable or disable the Modbus – communications protocol. Enabling or disabling Modbus always requires a power cycle of the unit. Options: On or Off Factory setting: Modbus The following settings appear only if is enabled.
  • Page 46 BACnet Parameters Tab, continued... The following settings appear only if BACnet is set to "BACnet/IP". – Device Name: allows you to assign a name to the humidifier for communications over the BACnet/IP protocol. – Device Description: allows you to enter a description for the humidifier.
  • Page 47 BACnet Parameters Tab, continued... – Device Description: allows you to enter a description for the humidifier. – Device Location: allows you to enter the location of the humidifier. – Node ID: allows you to assign a node ID to the hu- midifier for communications over the BACnet/MSTP protocol.

  • Page 48: 4.2.7.2 Service Menu

    Note: This tab only appears if the humidifier is being operated for the very first time, or the startup code has been enabled. Contact Condair to request a startup code, then enter it in the field described below. Startup Code: allows you to enter the startup code re- –...
  • Page 49 Fault/Service History Tab Note: Fault and maintenance history events can only be correctly analysed if the date time are set correctly. – Fault History: allows you to view the fault history list. – Service History: allows you to view the service history list. –...
  • Page 50 Diagnostics Tab Input Diagnostics: allows you to access the Input – Diagnostics menu which shows the current status of all inputs to the integrated control board, as well as calculated drain parameters. Cylinder (A and B) Tab Note: The Cylinder B tab appears only on units with dual steam cylinders.
  • Page 51 Diagnostics Tab, continued... – Relay Diagnostics: allows you to access the Relay Diagnostics menu to enable or disable the relays on the optional remote fault board or the optional accessory relay board. Note: The diagnostic menu is only displayed after a warning message indicating that the humidifier will be placed in standby mode is acknowledged.

  • Page 52: 4.2.7.3 Administrator Menu

    4.2.7.3 Administrator Menu The Administrator menu lets you enable and disable password control, or install updates for the control software or the firmware for the driver board(s). Refer to Figure 7 on page 25. Refer to Table 5 on page 26 for the menu structure.
  • Page 53 Software Settings Tab Load Contact Info Page: allows you to update the con- – tract/technical support information from a file on a USB memory stick. Please contact your Condair representative for assistance with this. Manually Load Contact Info: allows you manually enter – the contract/technical support information. Please contact your Condair representative for assistance with this.

  • Page 54: Software Configuration

    This concludes the basic setup of the control software. Note: The humidifier can also be controlled using Capacity Timers, or Setpoint Timers, or On/Off Timers. If assistance is required to set it up, please contact your Condair representative. 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL Operator Interface...

  • Page 55: Configuring For Multi-Unit Operation

    4.3.2 Configuring for Multi-Unit Operation Set up the control software for multi-unit operation as described below. A maximum of six humidifiers can be set up in a "main-extension" configuration the Linkup system to satisfy large humidification needs. IMPORTANT! This procedure should only be used to control multiple humidifiers that are using the same control signal inputs from the same conditioned environment.
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  • Page 57: Operation

    Operation General Personnel Qualifications The Nortec EL steam humidifier must only be operated by personnel who are adequately qualified, well trained and are authorized by the customer. Safety Certain operations of the Nortec EL steam humidifier may require the user to access the control cabinet or plumbing cabinet, which may expose the user and equipment to the hazards described below.

  • Page 58: Operating Procedures

    The humidifier has power, and the On/Off switch is in the On position. The Nortec EL steam humidifier may also be monitored remotely from a laptop or desktop computer using the ethernet port on the control board. Please contact your local Condair representative for assistance. 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL...

  • Page 59: Inspections During Operation

    If any irregularities (leakages, fault messages or damaged components) are found, shut down the Nortec EL steam humidifier before performing service – refer to "Shutting Down" on page 62. If you require assistance, contact your Condair representative for assistance. 5.2.4 Manually Initiate Steam Cylinder Draining Figure 8: Drain Screens Manually initiate draining of the steam cylinder(s) in the Nortec EL steam humidifier as follows.

  • Page 60: Exporting Trend Data

    Figure 9: Disconnecting Fill Hose Fill hose (fill cup to cylinder) – disconnected at the fill cup Hose connection, fill cup 5.2.5 Exporting Trend Data Export the humidifier performance data to a USB memory stick as follows. Refer to Figure 10 on page DANGER! Risk of electric shock! Nortec EL steam humidifier is mains powered. Live parts may be exposed when the door...
  • Page 61 5. Close the front panel, and install the door panel. 6. Remove the lock and tag from the external disconnect switch, and restore power to the humidifier. 7. Set the On/Off button to the On position. 8. When the Home screen appears, select the <About> button, then General tab > Export Trend Data.

  • Page 62: Shutting Down

    5.2.6 Shutting Down DANGER! Risk of electric shock! The control cabinet in the Nortec EL steam humidifier has live voltage. Turning off the unit at the On/Off switch does not shut off power to the control cabinet. Touching live parts may cause severe injury or even death. Prevention: Before performing any work inside the humidifier or with the humidification system, shut down the humidifier properly as described below. Shut down the Nortec EL steam humidifier as follows: 1.

  • Page 63: Maintenance

    Maintenance General Perform only those maintenance procedures described in this manual, and follow all instructions closely. Use only original Condair replacement parts. Personnel Qualifications Maintenance work in the Nortec EL steam humidifier must only be performed by well qualified and properly trained personnel authorized by the customer.

  • Page 64: Maintenance List

    Maintenance List Regular maintenance of the Nortec EL steam humidifier is a requirement for maintaining the safety and operational efficiency of the humidifier. Maintenance of the Nortec EL steam humidifier is broken down into two categories – regular replacement of the steam cylinder(s), and regular maintenance of the steam humidifier.

  • Page 65: Maintenance Procedures

    Maintenance Procedures Make sure that the humidifier is shut down properly as described in "Shutting Down" on page 62, and ob- serve all safety precautions before performing any maintenance work on the humidifier. 6.3.1 Removal and Installation of Door Panels Removal Remove the two door panels in the humidifier as follows.

  • Page 66: Removal And Installation Of Steam Cylinder

    6.3.2 Removal and Installation of Steam Cylinder Removal Remove the steam cylinder as follows. Refer to Figure WARNING! Risk of severe burns from contact with hot surfaces, steam or hot water! The steam cylinder temperature may be up to 212°F (100°C), and may contain steam or hot water at up to 212°F (100°C).
  • Page 67 9. Restart the humidifier as described in "Restarting After Shutdown" on page 10. Reset the cylinder – refer to "Resetting Cylinder" on page Figure 12: Steam Cylinder Removal and Installation Hose clamp Socket, high water level sensor Drain valve Steam cylinder Strap Electrode plug Steam hose...

  • Page 68: Removal And Installation Of Drain Valve

    6.3.3 Removal and Installation of Drain Valve Removal Remove the drain valve as follows. Refer to Figure 1. Remove the steam cylinder – refer to "Removal and Installation of Steam Cylinder" on page 2. Release the hose clamp, and disconnect the fill hose (fill cup to cylinder) from the drain valve. 3.

  • Page 69: Replacement Of Backup Battery And Fuses

    5. Connect the fill hose to the drain valve, and secure it with the hose clamp. 6. Connect the electrical connectors and the ground wire to the drain valve. 7. Install the steam cylinder – refer to "Removal and Installation of Steam Cylinder" on page 6.3.4 Replacement of Backup Battery and Fuses DANGER!
  • Page 70 Figure 14: Backup Battery and Fuses Replacement Protective cover Fuse 4A, slow-acting Fuse 1A, slow-acting Battery 3V (CR 2032) 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL Maintenance...

  • Page 71: Cleaning

    Cleaning 6.4.1 Cleaning Agents Use only the cleaning agents described in the procedures below. Disinfectants may only be used if they do not leave behind toxic residue. Rinse all parts thoroughly with clean tap water after cleaning. Follow all instructions, and observe the safety precautions stated below. CAUTION! Risk of damage to the humidifier components! Do not use solvents, aromatized or halogenized hydrocarbons, or other harsh chemicals for...

  • Page 72: Resetting Cylinder

    Fill Cup Release the two tabs and remove the cover on the fill cup. Use a soft-bristled brush (not wire brush) to remove any scale buildup inside the fill cup. Install the cover on the fill cup. Drain Cup Use a soft-bristled brush (not wire brush) to carefully remove any scale buildup inside the drain cup.

  • Page 73: Installing Software And Firmware Updates

    Installing Software and Firmware Updates Install the updates for the control software or the driver board firmware as follows. Refer to Figure 10 on page Note: If software update is accidentally interrupted, the humidifier will not operate, but the software update can be resumed by leaving the USB key inserted in the board and power cycling the unit.
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  • Page 75: Fault Isolation

    Fault cause damage to the system. When a fault condition occurs, the Condair EL humidifier stops steam production immediately. When a fault message is active, the status LED turns red in color.

  • Page 76: General Troubleshooting

    When a warning/fault condition occurs, select the warning or fault message to view the "Fault/Service History Tab" and additional details. Refer to Figure Figure 15: Fault History Screens In addition, the Service relay in the optional remote fault indication PCB can also be set up to notify the user when a warning or maintenance notification message is triggered.
  • Page 77 Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action(s) Humidifier will not produce Safety loop is open. – Check if the message "Safety Loop" is displayed in steam, or does not reach RH the operating status area of the Home screen. setpoint value. – Check if there is 24VAC supply at low voltage termi- nal strip contact "2".

  • Page 78: Nortec El Warning And Fault List

    Table 14: Nortec EL Warning and Fault List Code Message Probable Cause Corrective Action(s) Warning Fault Smartcard No communication with the SIM card. No SIM card installed. – Contact your local Condair representative. Defective SIM card. – Contact your local Condair representative. 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL Fault Isolation...
  • Page 79 An extension unit has a fault condition which was communicated to the main unit. Alarm condition in the extension – Check the extension unit(s). unit(s). – CTRLR Fault Flash memory read/write fault. – Contact your local Condair (or) representative. Memory (or) CTRLR Reset – On/Off Timer...
  • Page 80 Refer to "Removal and Installation of Steam Cylinder" on page Water conductivity too high for the – Contact your local Condair type of steam cylinder installed in representative. the unit. Excess Curr Maximum permissible current draw exceeded. Check/clean the drain valve.
  • Page 81 Code Message Probable Cause Corrective Action(s) Warning Fault Foam Cyl Foam detected in the steam cylinder. Foam in the steam cylinder. – Manually Initiate drain of the Foaming Cyl (on fault) steam cylinder – refer to "Manually Initiate Steam Cylinder Draining" on page 59.
  • Page 82 Warning Fault – Startup Code Activation code required to use the humidifier. Activation code missing. – Contact your local Condair representative. – Low Cond Water conductivity may be too low. Water conductivity too low for the – Contact your Condair type of steam cylinder installed in representative.

  • Page 83: Exporting Fault And Service History

    Exporting Fault and Service History Export the humidifier fault and service history data to a USB memory stick as follows. Refer to Figure 10 on page DANGER! Risk of electric shock! Nortec EL steam humidifier is mains powered. Live parts may be exposed when the door panels are removed. Touching live parts may cause severe injury or even death. Prevention: Shut down the unit as described in"Shutting Down"...
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  • Page 85: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagrams Primary Fuse CYLINDER Main Contactors Option Note (A) interconnected to Module B if double unit Module A (Three Phase) Dual Contactor Steam Cylinder To Level Sensor To transformer To Current Sensor (primary side) Connector Cylinder with Dual Contactor To Level Sensor Cylinder with Single Contactor Note (A) interconnected to...
  • Page 86 Legend: (Figure 16) Internal fuse, driver board (1A, slow-acting) Internal fuse, driver board (4A, slow-acting) JP4 Jumper for activating the termination resistor for Modbus or BACnet MSTP network. Modbus connector (RS485 interface) JP7 Jumper for activating Modbus or BACnet MSTP communication via connector J6. JP8 Termination, Linkup system J10 Linkup connector Main contactor, supply voltage...
  • Page 87 Legend: Internal fuse, driver board (1A, slow-acting) Internal fuse, driver board (4A, slow-acting) Main contactor, supply voltage Low voltage terminal strip B SW1 Rotary switch, module identification (Module B: 1) 2582954_D_EN_1811_Nortec-EL_OM Nortec EL Wiring Diagrams...
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  • Page 89: Decommissioning

    Decommissioning General If the Nortec EL steam humidifier needs to be removed from service (for disposal or long-term storage), strictly follow all instructions in this chapter. Personnel Qualifications Decommissioning of the Nortec EL steam humidifier must only be performed by a qualified service techni- cian authorized by the customer.

  • Page 90: Removal From Service For Disposal Or Long-Term Storage

    The Nortec EL steam humidifier should not be disposed off in domestic waste, and should only be dis- posed off in accordance with local regulations at authorized collection facilities. If you have any questions, please contact the appropriate local authorities or your local Condair representative.

  • Page 91: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications 10.1 Performance Data 110-120V/1~ 208V/1~ 220-240V/1~ 277V/1~ 380-415V/1~ 440-480V/1~ 550-600V/1~ Housing Nortec EL Size Model lb/h lb/h lb/h lb/h lb/h lb/h lb/h (kg/h) (kg/h) (kg/h) (kg/h) (kg/h) (kg/h) (kg/h) 15.6 – – – – – – – – – –...

  • Page 92: Size And Weight

    Backpressure: Maximum permissible back- 5.5 in H2O (1.37 kPa) pressure (duct static pressure Up to 10 in H2O (2.49 kPa) with optional fill cup extension and line backpressure) Water Supply: Water pressure (regulated) 30-80 psig (207-550 kPa) Flow rate Minimum 0.9 gpm (3.3 L/min) Water temperature 34-104 °F (1-40 °C) Water quality...
  • Page 93 Notes...
  • Page 95 Warranty Condair Inc. and/or Condair Ltd. (hereinafter collectively referred to as THE COMPANY), warrant for a period of two years after installation or 30 months from manufacturer’s ship date, whichever date is earlier, that THE COMPANY’s manufactured and assembled products, not otherwise expressly warranted, are free from defects in material and workmanship.
  • Page 96 CONSULTING, SALES AND SERVICE: U.S.A. 835 Commerce Park Drive, Ogdensburg, NY 1366-2209 CANADA 2740 Fenton Road Ottawa, ON, K1T 3T7 Tel: 1.866.667.8321 Fax: 613.822.7964 Email: na.info@condair.com Website: www.condair.com...

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