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Maintenance
Condair TE
6.2
Maintenance List
Regularly monitor contaminant levels, as amounts may vary based on the quality of the water used,
operating environment conditions and a variety of other factors. Establish cleaning methods and a regular
cleaning cycle based on observed contaminant types and amounts. Factors such as total hardness and
high amounts of silica in the water may result in increased amounts of contaminants, lime scale, etc.
Note:
Refrain from using softened water, or softened water mixed with groundwater or well water from
a dedicated (private) or industrial water supply, as water softness may lead to the formation and spread
of scale.
Table 10: Standard Maintenance Tasks
Task
Frequency
Flushing the water supply piping.
After first use, and start of every humidification season.
Cleaning the water supply filter.
After the first 1-2 days of use, and at the start of every
humidification season.
Replacing the supply hose built-in check valve.
Replace every 5 years.
Cleaning the humidifier filter.
After first use, and once every month. May depend on dirt
and debris on the filter.
Cleaning the humidification module.
Clean at the start of every humidification season.
Replacing the humidification module.
Operation only during humidification season (1000 annual
operating hours): every 5 to 10 years.
Operation Year-round (5000 annual operating hours):
every 1 to 2 years, depending on operating conditions.
Cleaning the drain pan.
At the start of every humidification season.
Checking the electrical connections.
At the start of every humidification season.
Cleaning the internal plumbing components, such as the supply
header nozzles, drain pump, level sensor, and float switch.
At the start of every humidification season.
Replacing the (internal) water supply hose with built-in check
valve.
Every 5 years.
Several maintenance procedures require the removal of the humidifier cover, draining and removing
the drain pan, etc.
6.2.1 Tools and Supplies
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Oxygen-based bleaching agent for cleaning. Never use chlorine bleach for cleaning.
Before using any bleaching agent, make sure to read all warnings and precautions on the packaging.
Prepare a solution with sufficient strength to remove spots and stains, with enough total water to
fully immerse the humidification module.
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Large container or tank that will fit each individual humidification module. The media will be sub
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merged in cleaning solution.
WxHxD of humidification module: 17.3 x 9.8 x 4.3 in (440 x 250 x 110 mm)
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Flat-head screwdriver.
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Bucket (to collect excess water).
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Soft-bristled brush, or cloth for wiping away dirt and scale.
