Maintenance; Caring For The Unit; Filter Maintenance; Periodic Maintenance - Vent-Axia Sentinel Kinetic B Right User Instructions

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Caring for the Unit

Heat recovery units, by their very nature, require regular maintenance. The Sentinel Kinetic has been designed
to facilitate access to enable maintenance to be carried out easily.

Filter Maintenance

Item
Fan Filters

Periodic Maintenance

Item
Fan Filters
(Interval to suit
environment)
Unit & Heat Exchanger
Cell
Motors
Condensate Drain
Fastenings
Sentinel Kinetic MVHR User Instructions
Action
When the unit displays "Check filters". This is a reminder to ensure that the filters are not so
dirty that they are blocking the airflow or allowing dirt to pass through. The rate at which the
filters become dirty will vary hugely depending on the environment and the activity within the
property.
1. Open the filter flaps and remove the 2 filters.
2. Clean gently by tapping or carefully using a vacuum cleaner if necessary.
3. Replace the filters
4. Close the filter flaps.
5. To Reset the filter service time:-
i) press and hold both the and
to confirm reset "Filter Reset" will be shown.
ii) Press
Action
Change the Fan Filters depending on which environment the unit has been installed; urban,
suburban or rural.
1. Open the filter flaps and remove the 2 filters.
2. Insert the replacement filters.
3. Close the filter flaps.
4. To Reset the filter service time:-
i) press and hold both the and
to confirm reset "Filter Reset" will be shown.
ii) Press
Inspect and clean the unit
1. Isolate the mains power supply.
2. Remove front cover from the unit.
3. Remove the 2 filters.
4. Slide out the heat exchanger.
5. Wash the outer cover and heat exchanger in warm water using a mild detergent and dry
thoroughly.
NOTE: Keep water away from all electrical components and wiring within the unit.
Inspect the motors for build-up of dust and dirt on the impeller blades, which could cause
imbalance and increased noise levels. Vacuum or clean if necessary.
Check the condensate drain tube is secure and clear of debris. Clean if necessary.
Check that all unit and wall-mount fastenings are sufficiently tight and have not become
loose. Re-tighten if necessary.
buttons for 5 seconds until "Reset Filter?" is shown.
buttons for 5 seconds until "Reset Filter?" is shown.
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