Paul FOCUS 200 Base Series, Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety
Always observe the safety regulations and installation conditions in the current operating manual. Failure to observe
the safety regulations, installation conditions, instructions, warnings and comments in this document can result in
personal injury or damage to the unit.
Safety regulations
• Do not make any changes to the unit or to the specifications listed in this document. Such changes can cause
personal injury or lead to reduced performance in the ventilation system
• Always comply with the general locally applicable building, safety and installation regulations of the relevant
local authorities, the regulations of the water and electric utilities and all other official regulations
• Installation, commissioning and maintenance must be carried out by an authorised person or company, unless
otherwise stated in this document
• Always disconnect the unit from the power supply before you start working on the ventilation system
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To eliminate the risk of coming into contact with the running fans, the air ducts must be fastened to the unit
before the power supply is connected, observing a minimum length of 900 mm
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If the mains supply cable of this unit becomes damaged, then it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
Customer Services department or by a similarly qualified specialist in order to avoid hazards
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Do not disconnect the unit from the power supply unless instructions to the contrary are listed in the manual
• The control unit can be damaged by static charge; which is why you must always take measures to prevent
electrostatic discharge when handling the control unit (e.g. antistatic wrist strap)
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Replace the filters (at least) every six months. This ensures a pleasant and healthy air quality and the unit will
be protected against contamination
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Only operate the unit with a closed housing
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Keep this document in the vicinity of the unit during the entire service life of the ventilation unit
Installation conditions
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Check that the installation area is frost-protected
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When choosing an installation location, PAUL recommends that you avoid areas with a high average level of
humidity (ambient conditions for indoor climate control system must not continuously exceed 70% RH at 22°C)
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The acceptable temperature range for the air being moved is between -20°C and +40°C
• The unit must not be installed in rooms subject to explosion hazards
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Inside wet rooms, the unit may only be installed outside of protection zones 1 and 2 in accordance with DIN
57100/VDE 100 Part 701
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The unit must not be used for extracting combustible or explosive gases
• Check whether the electrical installation is suitable for the maximum power of the unit. The values for the electrical
input power can be found in the “Technical specification” chapter
• Check that the installation area of the unit meets the requirements in the “Installation requirements” chapter
Symbols used
You will find the following symbols in this document:
Important note!
Caution: Risk of affecting the operation of the ventilation system or damaging the unit!
Caution: Risk of personal injury!
Warranty and liability
Warranty provisions
The manufacturer gives a warranty of 24 months starting from the installation date, or a maximum 30 months starting
from the date of manufacture, for the unit. Warranty claims can only be asserted for material defects and/or design
faults that have occurred during the warranty period. Repair work under the terms of the warranty is only allowed to be
carried out with the prior written approval of PAUL Wärmerückgewinnung GmbH. A warranty on spare parts is only
then given if those parts have been delivered by the manufacturer and were installed by a specialist technician
recognised by the manufacturer.
The warranty shall be null and void if:
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The warranty period has elapsed
• The unit is operated without filters approved by the manufacturer of the ventilation unit
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Parts are installed that are not supplied by the manufacturer