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9.1  Pre-Start Checks 
9.2  Switching on the Unit 

10.0  UNIT CONTROLLER 

10.1  main Interface 
10.2 Basic Operation 
10.3 Main Menu 
10.4 Frequency Control 

11.0  Maintenance 

11.1  Essential Checks 
11.2  Advisory Checks 

12.0  Trouble Shooting 

12.1  Error Codes 
12.2 Simple Faultfinding 

13.0  Wiring Diagram 
14.0  Guarantee 

14.1 Guarantee Terms 

15.0 Environmental Information 
16.0  Adding a Remote Wired Controller 
17.0  Weather Compensation 
18.0  Performance 
19.0  Parameter List 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for Varimax I ASHP

Page 1: ...ESP VARIMAX I ASHP Installation and Operation Manual...

Page 2: ...safety devices Furthermore the installation must be carried out by an engineer who has successfully completed a recognised course in the installation of un vented heating systems such as CITB Failure...

Page 3: ...s 5 0 Installation 5 1 Where to use and Where to Site the unit 5 2 Location of the Unit 5 3 Transporting the Unit 5 4 Plumbing Considerations 6 0 Hydraulic Connection 6 1 Expansion vessels 6 2 Flow Sw...

Page 4: ...10 3 Main Menu 10 4 Frequency Control 11 0 Maintenance 11 1 Essential Checks 11 2 Advisory Checks 12 0 Trouble Shooting 12 1 Error Codes 12 2 Simple Faultfinding 13 0 Wiring Diagram 14 0 Guarantee 14...

Page 5: ...environmentally friendly unit that should be used primarily for space heating It can work with any kind of heat emitter unit such fan coil radiator or under floor heating The Varimax I can also be use...

Page 6: ...The unit must only be installed moved and or repaired by a suitably qualified and experienced engineer If you are in doubt about who is qualified carry out works on the Varimax I unit please call ESP...

Page 7: ...the unit is elevated to avoid flood damage Ensure that you use a suitably rated circuit breaker If in doubt have your electrician call ESP Technical Support Switch off the power before carrying out an...

Page 8: ...lding Regulations or better for insulation will help ensure that the heat load of the dwelling is kept to a minimum For existing buildings insulation should be improved as much as possible to minimise...

Page 9: ...acing for UFH systems and sizing consideration for fan coil units such as the ESP Thermovec and traditional wet radiators can be found 5 0 Installation 5 1 Where to use and Where to Site the unit The...

Page 10: ...mbing and maintenance works as detailed in the diagram below The unit MUST be firmly fixed to a secure base using the rubber anti vibration feet using suitable fixings Failure to secure the unit prope...

Page 11: ...flushed before the unit is connected Failure to observe this precaution will invalidate the warranty Pipework must be tested for leaks before being connected to the unit Pressure testing must be carri...

Page 12: ...by the installer on site and take into account the entire volume of water glycol mix being heated including the volumes contained in the Unit the buffer tank the distribution system emitters and any o...

Page 13: ...ff cock DOC There must also be a DOC at any lower point in the system to allow for effective drain down of the system as and when required Please note that if the system is to be left idle for a long...

Page 14: ...wired to receive an appropriate signal from the heating system 6 9 Glycol The system must be protected from freezing by using a glycol solution in the water circuits The glycol water should be added...

Page 15: ...on to say that if you install connect your unit to a power supply and that installation connection causes injury to or death of someone even years after installation you can be prosecuted under crimin...

Page 16: ...ations High voltage and low voltage wiring should be clearly separated 7 5 Before You Start Before starting to wire in the power supply to the unit please check that the power supply is suitable for t...

Page 17: ...ons requires that the heating system be fitted with a 7 day programmer However the most efficient way of running an ASHP heat system is to set the programmer to ALWAYS ON An L2 compliant programmer ma...

Page 18: ...wer Input Kw 1 06 2 8 Max Running Power Consumption A 12 0 12 2 Power Supply V Ph Hz 230 1 50 Number of Compressors 1 Compressor Type Rotary Number of Fans 1 Fan Power Input W 75 Fan Speed RPM 830 Noi...

Page 19: ...to ensure that all screws cover have been replaced and secured properly Check that the fan rotates freely When you switch on the power to the unit at the rotary isolation switch check the controller...

Page 20: ...the actuators on the manifold s to balance the heating being received in all areas of the system Check that the outlet water temperature is stable and increasing smoothly towards the target temperatu...

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Page 38: ...vep com PASRW040 D BP Parameters R01 R04 should be set according to the following table Par Description Limits R01 Cooling set point 12 C R02 Cooling differential 2 C R03 Heating set point 40 C R04 He...

Page 39: ...any component has failed replace it and recharge refrigerant if any has been lost Check over the power supply and the electrical system generally to make sure that no wires are lose or degrading You m...

Page 40: ...hange the sensor Outlet probe 1 error or not connected P2 The sensor is open or short circuit Check or change the sensor Outlet probe 2 error or not connected P3 The sensor is open or short circuit Ch...

Page 41: ...on air side exchanger 1 discharge the redundant gas 2 clean the air side heat exchanger Low pressure problem of the system 1 lack of gas 2 block on filter or capillary 3 lack of water flow 1 check th...

Page 42: ...ing or cooling capacity 1 no gas in the heat pump 2 heat exchanger broken 3 compressor failure 1 check system leakage and recharge refrigerant 2 find out the cause and replace the heat exchanger 3 rep...

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Page 44: ...chase with the exception of normal wear and tear including any damage caused as a result of lime scale deposits The stainless steel vessel forming part of the cylinder is warranted guaranteed for a pe...

Page 45: ...y warranty guarantee is for replacement parts only The purchaser of the unit acknowledges that he she has seen ESP s conditions of supply and has understood them All of our units are RoHS approved uni...

Page 46: ...wish to add a remote wired controller the procedure is as follows You have to prepare 3 assemblies the MCH2004850 RS485 card the 98C556C006 RJ12 power supply and the wired controller There are 3 prep...

Page 47: ...s and GND must be matched correctly If If the distance between the two controllers exceeds 20m a 120 must be inserted between the and 2 Connect the wired controller to RJ12 power supply 3 Connect the...

Page 48: ...48 of 52 V 1 7 www esavep com PASRW040 D BP Done In order to get better signal quality over long distances all the wires should be twisted pair Shield...

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Page 52: ...52 of 52 V 1 7 www esavep com PASRW040 D BP CONTACT DETAILS Earth Save Products Technical Team 01235 815569...

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