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Ecovent /-E

 units, an electric heater ba ery (EHB) will be installed. Supply to the heater

should be 1Phase or 3Phase with separate neutrals; confirma on of this can be found on the unit
nameplate. Cables should be of silicone rubber, fibreglass or of a similar high temperature
insulated type and be installed to current 

I.E.T. Regula ons

, ensuring a sufficient earth connec on

to the terminal provided. Care should be taken not to overstrain the terminal pillars as this may
permanently damage the elements.

The heater is fitted with a manual-reset high temperature cutout with normally closed (NC)
terminals and is set to break if the duct temperature rises above 130 °C.
It is important that the cutout is connected to the safety circuit so the heater is isolated in the
event of overhea ng caused by airflow failure.

The electrical supply must be isolated before a emp ng to reset the manual cut-out and should
be given sufficient  me to cool. For further informa on regarding electric heaters please see

VES Ref. ID431

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If a speed controller is fitted to the system, it must not stop the fan independently of the control
system, or allow airflow to fall below the stated volume on the electric heater ba ery. Suitable
speed controllers without on/off switches are available from VES Andover.

Coils should be piped according to any relevant local codes of prac ce. Where threaded
connec ons are supplied, the only approved method of join ng method is by use of Boss white
and hemp. The thread fitted to the coil is to be supported at all  mes whilst making joints. All
external piping is to be supported independently from the coil. Fluid filters are recommended.

It is important that water and steam coils are protected against damage from extreme weather
condi ons during the win ter season. If the water is allowed to freeze in the coil system,
damage may occur poten ally burs ng pipes and resul ng in emergency problems.
Fit ng a frost thermostat at the unit inlet and ensuring that boilers run con nuously in low
ambient temperatures can help to prevent this.

Hea ng coils do not cool immediately when the hot water supply is cut off. The residual heat
must be dissipated to avoid damage. The con nuous running of the fan a er shutdown
resolves this, by opera on of a run-on  mer.
The recommended length of run-on is 

2 minutes minimum

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On 

Ecovent

 

/ -W

 units, a Low Pressure Hot Water (LPHW) coil will be installed. The coils are

normally suitable for LPHW at 80 °C flow and 60 °C return temperature (see the unit outline
drawing for confirma on). LPHW coils are supplied as standard with an air vent and drain plug
located on the pipe work immediately adjacent to the coil connec ons on the AHU. The air vent
should be at the highest point, with the drain at the lowest. The coil should be regularly vented so
as to avoid poten al air locks, resul ng  in a fall off of duty.

Typical LPHW Coil

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It is recommended that a check be made as to
whether any treatment is required to the water
supply for preven on of corrosion and scaling of
the equipment. Informa on regarding the necessary
ac on to be taken can be obtained from the relevant
Local Water Supply Authority.
The unit will have been supplied with connec ons
either le  or right-hand side looking in direc on of
airflow. Please see order acknowledgement for
confirma on of this handing. Should you need to
alter this please consult VES as unit adjustment may
invalidate  your  warranty.

Airflow

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Summary of Contents for ecovent ECVB262-1

Page 1: ...l Instructions Eagle Close Chandlers Ford Industrial Estate Chandlers Ford Eastleigh Hampshire SO53 4NF Tel 44 0 2380 46 11 50 email info ves co uk web www ves co uk Issue G Operation Maintenance Manu...

Page 2: ...dvice for personnel or potential unit property damage Indicates important information Warning Caution Important Important Conventions ecovent Heat Recovery Units page Introduc on 2 Nomenclature 3 Rece...

Page 3: ...ng Null No Hea ng E Electric Heater Ba ery W LPHW Coil 9 In ll DS 25mm double skinned EE 50mm double skinned 10 Handing LT Le Top Access denotes posi on of RT Right Top Access supply air ow LIDSAF LB...

Page 4: ...not obstructed in any way and safe working access for maintenance must be provided in accordance with Health and Safety and Building Regula ons For con rma on of required access please see the appropr...

Page 5: ...included Ensure that the drop rod used is selected appropriatedly to accomodate the load of the unit Unit moun ng detail Fig 3 4 5 Installa on 4 Important Ecovent units with ed silencers are sec onal...

Page 6: ...be opened either way or removed completely Each handle assembly features a lockable handle secured as standard by an M4 Hex key In order to open the hinges correctly the locks must be in the open pos...

Page 7: ...are recommended It is important that water and steam coils are protected against damage from extreme weather condi ons during the winter season If the water is allowed to freeze in the coil system dam...

Page 8: ...t sec on Should this posi on be inappropriate an alternate posi on is available on the opposite side of the unit For further informa on regarding alterna ve condensate pipe rou ng please contact VES o...

Page 9: ...connector to be supplied by others Terminate through the case onsite as required ensuring that any swarf is removed and that the unit is sealed a er connec on Should it be required to remove any comp...

Page 10: ...utlet and associated pipework Make certain all swarf is removed before use It is the customer s responsibility to supply earth fault protec on through the building installa on device and a dedicated i...

Page 11: ...doubt for units with ed VES controls or for special versions of the units consult the wiring diagram in your document pack or contact VES Customer Services Department on 08448 15 60 60 quo ng the sale...

Page 12: ...12 www ves co uk ecovent Heat Recovery Units Not tted on EVC5 Con nued Standard Isolator arrangement Fig 20 Standard Wiring Fan Installa on 5 19 19...

Page 13: ...13 www ves co uk ecovent Heat Recovery Units Con nued Standard Control Panel Arrangement Fig 21 Con nued over on page 14 Standard Wiring Fan Installa on 5...

Page 14: ...14 www ves co uk ecovent Heat Recovery Units Con nued Con nued from page 13 Standard Control Panel Arrangement Fig 22 Standard Wiring Fan Installa on 5 19 19 Not tted on EVC5...

Page 15: ...if the fan is rubbing To align loosen the fan inlet eye xings and adjust the pos on so that the gap between inlet and fan are equidistant Ensure the fan runs freely in the new posi on re ghten the xi...

Page 16: ...to the calcula on as below or by using the di eren al pressure curve Simply read across from the pressure measurement to the fan curve and down to calculate the resultant air volume If the unit featur...

Page 17: ...avoid damage to the unit or injury to personnel This is par cularly important with bottom access units Ensure the AHU has been allowed to completely cool before a emp ng any work to the unit For units...

Page 18: ...l xings are securely ghtened To remove the fan assembly Fig ensure the unit is fully isolated Separate the supply plugs to the fan as shown above Detach the measuring tube from the inlet ring and stow...

Page 19: ...n mounted on an adapter plate To remove unplug as per Fig undo the two screws and carefully remove the fan adapter plate assembly retaining all xings To replace the fan assembly secure one xing leavin...

Page 20: ...of the heat exchange by gently brushing Loosened debris can then be vacuumed from the surface of the matrix or ushed through with warm water Stubborn deposits can be removed by using a low pressure w...

Page 21: ...gh Hampshire SO53 4NF Tel 44 0 2380 46 11 50 email info ves co uk web www ves co uk VES is a trading name of VES Andover Ltd Registered in England No 02303719 Registered Office as above VES Andover Lt...

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