komfovent PPU-LCHX Liquid Coupled Heat Exchanger Installation Guide

: June 16, 2024
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Table of Contents

komfovent PPU-LCHX Liquid Coupled Heat Exchanger
Product Information
INTRODUCTION
ENCODING AND CONSTRUCTION
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
FLOW RATE REGULATION
PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL DATA
References
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komfovent PPU-LCHX Liquid Coupled Heat Exchanger

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PRODUCT

Product Information

Specifications:

Product Name: PPU-LCHX
Product Type: Pipework package unit for liquid coupled heat exchanger
Manufacturer: UAB KOMFOVENT

Introduction:
This manual is intended for qualified technicians installing the PPU-LCHX, a pipework package unit for liquid coupled heat exchangers. Qualified professionals are those with sufficient experience and knowledge of plumbing systems, heating/cooling, electrical safety requirements, and the ability to work without risk to themselves or others. It is important to read this manual carefully before installation to avoid invalidating the manufacturer’s warranty and causing damage to property or human health.

Encoding and Construction:
The PPU-LCHX is a pipework package unit designed for liquid coupled heat exchangers used in air handling units (AHU). It ensures proper circulation of thermal medium (usually a mixture of glycol and water) throughout the piping circuit, regulates requperation efficiency, and prevents coils from freezing.

Mechanical Installation:
When selecting a mounting location, ensure there is sufficient and secure access space for repair and maintenance operations. Also, make sure the PPU does not block access to the AHU and its door can open freely. All piping between the PPU and AHU coils should be thermally insulated after installation.

Electrical Installation:
Electrical work should only be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual and applicable legal and safety requirements. Before performing electrical component installation, ensure that cable connectors were not affected by moisture.

Flow Rate Regulation:
To ensure the circulation pump runs correctly, the PPU flow rate needs to be set according to the designed flow rate stated in the technical printout of the liquid coupled heat exchanger. The flow rate of the PPU can be set as follows:

Fully open the balancing valve.
Connect differential pressure measuring equipment to the pressure measuring ports of the balancing valve.
Using the flow rate diagram (Fig. 4), determine the desired differential pressure to achieve the designed flow rate for the PPU.

FAQ:

Q: Who should install the PPU-LCHX?
A: The PPU-LCHX should be installed by qualified technicians with experience and knowledge of plumbing systems, heating/cooling, and electrical safety requirements.

Q: What should I do if I ignore the instructions in the manual?
A: Ignoring the instructions can invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty and cause direct damage to property or human health.

Q: Can I perform electrical work myself?
A: Electrical work should only be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the instructions provided in the manual and applicable legal and safety requirements.

Pipework package unit for liquid coupled heat exchanger

INTRODUCTION

This manual is intended for qualified technicians installing pipework package unit (PPU) for liquid coupled heat exchanger.
Qualified professionals are persons with sufficient professional experience and knowledge of plumbing systems for heating/ cooling, their installation, knowledge of electrical safety requirements and ability to work without risk to themselves or others.
To avoid misunderstandings, read this manual carefully before installing the PPU, since ignoring the instructions not only shall invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty but can also cause direct damage to property or human health.

When performing installation works, make sure the frequency inverter and circulation pump are unplugged from electrical supply. Do not connect them to electrical power until all mechanical works on PPU are finished.
Use caution when working near internal or external heaters of the airhandling unit (AHU), as their surfaces may be hot.
Do not connect frequency inverter and circulation pump to the power supply network if there is visible damage that occurred during transportation.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles) when installing or repairing
the PPU.

This sign means that the product may not be disposed of together with your household waste as defined in Directive (2002/96/EC) and national legislation on the management of WEEE. This product must be disposed of at an appropriate collection point or recycling facility for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Improper handling of this type of waste due to hazardous substances inside electrical and electronic equipment can endanger the environment and human health. By helping to ensure proper disposal of this product, you will also contribute to the efficient use of natural resources. For more information on how to dispose of such waste for further recycling, contact your city authorities, waste management organisations, approved WEEE systems or your household waste management bodies representatives.

ENCODING AND CONSTRUCTION

PPU-LCHX is a pipework package unit for liquid coupled heat exchangers that are used for heat/cold recovery in the air handling units (AHU). PPU ensures proper circulation of thermal medium (usually mixture of glycol and water) throughout the piping circuit, regulates requperation efficiency and prevents coils from freezing.

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Circulation pump;
Frequency inverter;
Thermometer;
Ball valve;
Water filter;
Expansion vessel;
Coil in the supply airflow;
Safety valve;
Drain valve;
Manometer;
Coil in the extract airflow;
Balancing valve

Encoding:

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PPU – Pipework package unit
LCHX – Liquid coupled heat exchanger
FQ – with frequency inverter
L/R – suitable for right (R) and left (L) inspection side AHU’s
Connection pipe diameter (DN)
Type of circulation pump

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

PPU-LCHX to be installed in technical room, where ambient temperature is 0..+40°C. Unit must be mounted on a flat and sturdy base or on a construction specially designed for mounting. If mounting base ins not flat, PPU can be leveled using adjustable feet at the bottom of the frame.

When selecting mounting location, you must foresee sufficient and secure access space for repair and maintenance operations. Also make sure PPU is not blocking access to the AHU and it’s door can open freely.

Connect PPU to the heat exchanger coils of the AHU, following hydraulic diagram (see Fig. 1). It is important to ensure that fluid flow direction (marked on the arrow stickers of the PPU) is correct. For effective operation of liquid coupled heat exchanger, thermal medium flow direction should be against airflow direction. When fully assembled, all hydraulic circuit must be filled with glycol (not more than 40%) and water mixture. Pipes are filled through the drain valve until static pressure of 1.5 bar is reached. Do not use circulation pump of the PPU for filling the pipes – additional equipment or pump must be used.

All piping between PPU and AHU coils should be thermally insulated after the works.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Electrical work may only be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the instructions given in this manual and in accordance with applicable legal requirements and safety requirements. Before performing electrical component installation:

Check there is no mechanical damage on frequency inverter or circulation pump.
Check the insulation of the cable between frequency inverter and circulation pump is not damaged.
Locate user manual for the frequency inverter.
If the PPU has been standing in an unheated room for a long time, make sure that electronic parts and cable connectors were not affected by moisture.

Configure micro-switches, connect electrical power and control calbles to the frequency inverter (see Fig. 2):

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Frequency inverter control terminals,
Pump connection terminals,
Main power terminals,
Micro switch configuration,
Control panel connection (RJ9)

Terminals L1, L2, L3, PE are for 3×400 V AC, 50 Hz electrical power connection. Connect power cable to the mains via 10A automatic circuit breaker (type C).
Terminals DIN and 10V are for inverter start/stop signal (open/close contact). If such signal is not needed, wire link must be installed instead.
Terminals AIN and GND is for inverter control signal (0..10V).
Connect the frequency inverter only to suitable power socket with appropriate earthing and meeting the electrical safety requirements.
For information on how to connect frequency converter to the AHU automation control, please follow electrical wiring diagram of the AHU.

FLOW RATE REGULATION

For circulation pump to run correctly, it is needed to set PPU flow rate according to designed flow rate stated in the technical printout of the liquid coupled heat exchanger. Flow rate of the PPU is set as follows:

Fully open balancing valve.
Connect differential pressure measuring equipment to the pressure measuring ports of the balancing valve.
Using flow rate diagram (Fig. 4), determine which differential pressure should be achieved, for PPU to reach the designed flow rate.
Connect control panel of frequency inverter (see Fig. 2).
It is mandatory to turn OFF main power of the inverter, when connecting or disconnecting control panel cable, otherwise panel will be damaged.
Turn ON power of the inverter. Set initial frequency using control panel (20 Hz recommended) and start the inverter:
By increasing/decreasing inverter frequency, regulate pump speed until correct differential pressure will be reached.
Memorize or write down operating frequency of the inverter at this pressure point.
Stop the inverter:
Enter to the parameter 102 same frequency, under which correct differential pressure was reached (according step 6).
Enter to the parameter 306 same frequency, under which correct differential pressure was reached (according step 6).
Turn OFF power of the inverter. If control panel will not be used, disconnect it from the inverter. Also disconnect control panel in case if PPU is mounted in the unheated room.
It is mandatory to turn OFF main power of the inverter, when connecting or disconnecting control panel cable, otherwise panel will be damaged.
Turn ON main power of the inverter and start AHU. Check operation of the liquid coupled heat exchanger and PPU-LCHX.

PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE

Before starting any maintenance works, make sure that PPU and AHU are stopped.
If there is a need to perform any mechanical works on the piping circuit (for example to tighten couplings or to clean water filter and etc.) disconnect PPU and AHU from the mains power.

It is recommended to carry out PPU-LCHX periodical maintenance at least once a year. If needed register performed works in the maintenance log.

Following to be checked during maintenance:

Piping circuit is tight, there are no leakage marks.
Circulation pump operates correctly. There are no big vibrations or unnecessary noise.
There are no alarms on the frequency inverter.
Signal and power cables are in good condition, there are no corrosion marks on the connectors and electrical terminals.
Measuring tools (manometer, thermometers) operates correctly.
Water filter is not clogged (clean the filter if necessary).

TECHNICAL DATA

Pipework package unit model

| Filter and balancing valve| Pipe connections| Pump type|

Pump power

| Frequency inverter| Dimensions of the PPU frame (excluding adjustable feet)| Expansion vessel volume| ****

PPU

weight

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DN| inch| kW| B,

mm

| H,

mm

| L,

mm

| Liters| kg
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-20-WG1| DN20| 20| 3/4”| WG1| 0,25| DF2-371M0| 500| 867,5| 650| 5| 40
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-20-WG2| DN20| 20| 3/4”| WG2| 0,55| DF2-551M0| 500| 867,5| 650| 5| 41
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-25-WG1| DN25| 25| 1”| WG1| 0,25| DF2-371M0| 500| 867,5| 650| 8| 41
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-25-WG2| DN25| 25| 1”| WG2| 0,55| DF2-551M0| 500| 867,5| 650| 8| 42
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-32-WG2| DN32| 32| 1 1/4”| WG2| 0,55| DF2-551M0| 550| 867,5| 700| 12| 46
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-40-WG2| DN40| 40| 1 1/2”| WG2| 0,55| DF2-551M0| 550| 1037,5| 850| 18| 59
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-40-WG3| DN40| 40| 1 1/2”| WG3| 1,1| DF2-112M0| 550| 1037,5| 850| 18| 67
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-50-WG3| DN50| 50| 2”| WG3| 1,1| DF2-112M0| 550| 1037,5| 900| 24| 73
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-50-WG4| DN50| 50| 2”| WG4| 1,8| DF2-222S0| 550| 1037,5| 900| 24| 79
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-65-WG3| DN65| 65| 2 1/2”| WG3| 1,1| DF2-112M0| 670| 1037,5| 1000| 30| 77
PPU-LCHX-FQ-L/R-65-WG4| DN65| 65| 2 1/2”| WG4| 1,8| DF2-222S0| 670| 1037,5| 1000| 30| 83

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UNITED KINGDOM
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