Vent-Axia 441483 Sentinel Kinetic MVHR with Cooker Hood Installation Guide
- June 17, 2024
- Vent-Axia
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Vent-Axia 441483 Sentinel Kinetic MVHR with Cooker Hood
Important Information
Read in conjunction with Sentinel Kinetic MVHR Installation & Commissioning and Operation & Monitoring Documents.
PLEASE
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE PRODUCT.
Safety Information
IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION.
- READ THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 2 OF THE SENTINEL KINETIC MVHR INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING AND OPERATION & MONITORING DOCUMENTS
- IF THE EXTRACTOR HOOD IS INSTALLED IN A ROOM CONTAINING A FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCE, THE INSTALLER MUST ENSURE THAT AIR REPLACEMENT IS ADEQUATE FOR BOTH THE EXTRACTOR HOOD FAN AND THE FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCE.
- DO NOT CONNECT THE EXTRACTOR HOOD DUCTING TO CHIMNEYS, FLUES OR AIR DUCTS SERVING THE ROOM.
- DO NOT SITE WHERE AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ARE LIKELY TO EXCEED 50ºC. DO NOT DO ANY FLAMBÉ COOKING UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. WHEN FRYING, NEVER LEAVE THE PAN UNATTENDED IN CASE OF FIRE. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE ABOVE AN EYE LEVEL GRILL.
- WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A RISK OF FIRE. THE APPLIANCE EFFICIENCY DEPENDS ON THE CONDITION OF THE FILTERS.
- All regulations and requirements MUST be strictly followed to prevent hazards to life and property both during and after installation, and during any subsequent servicing and maintenance.
Disposal
This product should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority for recycling advice.
UK Building Regulations (Part F)
Declaration of Conformance
The Sentinel Kinetic conforms to the 2010 Building Regulations (Part F – Means of Ventilation requirements) for installed performance of a ducted mechanical extract fan when installed in accordance with the instructions in this document.
Product Description
Sentinel Kinetic MVHR with Cooker Hood
The Vent-Axia Sentinel Kinetic Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) unit is a heat recovery unit with a Cooker Hood designed for the energy efficient ventilation of houses and similar dwellings, conforming to the latest requirements of the Building Regulations document F 2010.
In case of a fire or severe overheating on the hob, the unit is fitted with an intumescent fire damper to close the duct as required by BRE Digest 398 and a thermal fuse to switch off the electrical power.
The unit is designed to be mounted in the kitchen above a cooker hob in a standard cupboard space for continuous 24-hour exhaust ventilation of stale moist air from bathrooms, toilets and kitchens. The unit should be switched to boost mode by extending the cooker hood during cooking, or by use of any of the standard switches or sensors. As the stale air is extracted, a heat exchanger within the unit retains up to 90% of the heat and transfers it to the supply air entering the bedrooms and lounge.
Figure 1: Sentinel Kinetic with cooker hood (Right Hand version shown)
Models
- 441483, 441484, 441485, 441486, 446756, 446757, 446758, 446759 – Sentinel Kinetic with Cooker Hood and with summer bypass. An internal damper is activated when the outside temperature is equal to, or greater than, the pre-set ‘Comfort Temperature’ (adjustable between 16 and 30°C). The damper opens allowing cooler fresh air to bypass the Heat Recovery Cell and reduce the internal temperature to the preset ‘Comfort Temperature’. When the inside air temperature reaches the pre set ‘Comfort Temperature’ the bypass damper closes. (See page 10 within the Operation & Monitoring leaflet for further information). Note that when the cooker hood is extended the heat recovery cell bypass opens ensuring that grease and other contaminants from cooking do not reduce its efficiency during normal use.
Accessories
- 441838 – Plug-in integral humidity sensor. (Fitted as standard on models 446756,446757,446758 & 446759
- 441865 – Wireless enable kit (consists of wireless receiver and one wireless switch).
- 437827 – Additional wireless switch (up to four may be connected).
- 443131 – Wired remote control.
A range of sensors can be used to manage system demand and control the ventilation rate. These include an internal humidity sensor, humidity sensors for independent mounting in rooms, wireless receiver and wireless boost switches, CO2 sensor, manual switches and pull cords. For these alternative control options, see www.vent-axia.com
User Information
Operation of Cooker Hood
The unit is operated in boost mode when the telescopic hood is pulled out. Close it to return the unit to its Normal Flow Rate.
Important Note:
Do not hold on to or place any object on telescopic hood whilst is open, since this can cause damage to its functioning component parts.
Operation of Cooker Hood Light
Access can be gained to the light switch when the telescopic hood is opened. The light may be left on with the hood closed if required. However, make sure you switch it off when you have finished using it.
Cleaning Instruction
Refer to below of this document.
Technical Specification
Sentinel Kinetic with Cooker Hood Technical Specification
Performance
Airflow| Refer to Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning
Document page 5 Flow for cooker hood adjustable using the integral damper.
Sound levels (@ 3 m)| 20 dB(A) (normal), 36 dB(A) (boost). Detailed
sound spectra available from Vent-Axia.
Power
AC Voltage Input| 220-240 V AC (single phase)
AC Frequency Input| 50 Hz nominal
Supply Fuse| 3 A (located in fused spur)
Product Fuse| 2 A (located on main PCB)
Rated Power| Total 128 W (max.) including (2x4W cooker hood low energy
bulbs)
Physical
Weight| 28 kg
Spigot diameter| 125 mm
Condensate pipe diameter| 22 mm
Environmental
IP Rating| IP22
Operating Temperature| -10°C to +45°C
Air Intake Temperature| As above
Operating Humidity| 0% to 95% RH
Storage Temperature| -10°C to +45°C
Storage Humidity| 0% to 95% RH
For all other technical details, please see the Product Catalogue or our website at www.vent-axia.com
Figure 2: Sentinel Kinetic with Cooker Hood Dimensions
Figure 3: Sentinel Kinetic with RIGHT HAND Cooker Hood Dimensions
Figure 4: Sentinel Kinetic with LEFT HAND Cooker Hood Dimensions
Wiring Connections
Installation
Overview
The following instructions are intended to help prevent potential hazards and should be carried out only by a qualified electrician and installer.
Before Installing the Unit
Inspect the Unit
When taking delivery of the unit, check the items delivered against the delivery note. Inspect the unit for damage in transit. If in doubt, contact Customer Services. The Sentinel Kinetic with cooker hood is made up of two separate boxes. Each box containing the Sentinel Kinetic HR with metal duct assembly should come with an accessory pack containing wall brackets, condensate drain link pipes, worm-drive clips, fixings and product documentation. Each box containing the cooker hood should contain an accessory pack consisting of black protective box for cooker hood socket and plug connection, screws, cable receptors and product documentation. A template to aid marking out the wall for drilling is printed on the carton.
Lift and Move the Unit Safely
The weight of this unit is 28 kg. Always use appropriate lifting techniques and appliances when moving heavy equipment.
Check Site Requirements and Safety Notices
Check that the physical and environmental conditions for the site meet, or
exceed, the requirements detailed in the Technical Specification on above.
Read and observe the safety notices listed in IMPORTANT on above.
Unit Installation
THIS UNIT. In particular, ensure that any external switches, sensors and electrical connections are made prior to the unit being mounted on the wall.
The Sentinel Kinetic Cooker Hood is only suitable for installation above a domestic cooker or cooker hob. The unit with cooker hood must be sited a minimum of 650mm above an electric hob and 750mm above a gas hob.
It will fit in a 600 mm (external) x 300 mm deep (internal) kitchen wall cupboard space above the hob.
The wall should have sufficient strength to support the unit.
Take into consideration the position of the electrical services and the condensate drain.
Ensure there is adequate access for installation, operation and maintenance.
It is recommended that a local mains and sensor terminal connection box is installed within 1m of the unit to facilitate future maintenance, rather than wiring these directly to the unit.
The unit MUST always be mounted vertically with ducting exiting vertically. Do not use this unit as a support for any other equipment.
Select Unit Orientation
The unit may be purchased as left or right hand, where left hand refers to the connections to atmosphere being on the left side of the unit.
Condensate Horizontal Discharge Installation
To install the condensate horizontal outlet refer to Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning document page 11.
Spigot Installation
See Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning document page 13. Note, only vertical spigots can be used on this product.
Fitting the Cooker Hood to the Metal Duct Unit
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Before fitting the unit to the wall, unpack the cooker hood, locate the four self-cutting screws and protective box for the cooker hood cable plug and socket.
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Pull out the telescopic hood and remove the two metal filters by releasing the grey plastic springs and sliding. (fig. 5)
Figure 5: Telescopic extractor hood
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Before fixing the cooker hood to the bottom of the metal duct, take off the “L” shaped duct front cover by removing three screws.
Fitting Cooker Hood to Right Hand Unit
Before fitting the cooker hood, you should identify whether the installed unit is Left Hand or Right Hand, see above.
If the unit is Left Hand, then follow instructions on below.
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Rest the unit on its back ready to connect the cooker hood to the bottom of metal ducting.
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First lead the cooker hood cable through the hole at the bottom of the metal duct adaptor (fig. 6). Then align the cooker hood by choosing adjustable hole positions to suit, then fit it to the metal duct unit using four screws provided.
Figure 6: Inserting with plug through the hole
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Carefully lead the cooker hood cable and plug into the metal duct and connect it with the cable with the socket ensuring that the locating lugs align. It is important that the cable is routed away from the fire damper.
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Place the assembled socket and plug in the protective box provided shown (fig. 7). Ensure the grommet is lined up with the rib and tuck in cable assembly shown by arrow before putting the cover together. Put the boxes together and secure using the screws provided.
Figure 7: Telescopic extractor hood
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Replace the “L” shaped duct front cover and tighten the three screws.
Wall Mounting -
A wall mounting template can be obtained from Vent Axia technical support or refer to above for dimensions.
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If you are in receipt of wall mounting template, fix the template to the wall and ensure that it is level
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Mark the position of the condensate outlet and the four upper and four lower fixing holes.
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See above. To install the condensate outlet refer to Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning document page 11.
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Drill and plug the wall at the fixing points.
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Locate the bottom supporting bracket provided then use four screws to fix to the wall. Ensure the angled flange is pointing towards you.
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The upper four screws should now be fitted ready for keyhole fixing slots to engage. Leave 6 – 10 mm protruding.
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Lift the unit and offer it to the upper screws sliding downwards, making sure that the lower part of the back plate of the unit fits into the lower supporting bracket.
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Complete the fixing of the condensate drain as shown on page 11 of the Sentinel Kinetic manual.
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Fix hanging brackets supplied to the front door panel, then offer it to the pre-fitted bushes (fig. 8). Spacers may be used to pack out the bushes to maintain the line of the cupboard doors.
Figure 8: Door Panel Hanging Bracket Positions
Fitting Cooker Hood to Left Hand Unit
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Remove the cooker hood light cover using cross type screwdriver.
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After removing the light cover, turn the cooker hood to its opposite face. Unscrew the cable clip from inside, then insert the cable with its connector (fig. 9) through aperture gently by pulling it to your right as far as it will extend.
Figure 9: Passing cable through
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Feed the cable with its plug through the aperture on the right hand side (fig. 10).
Figure 10: Insert cable opposite direction
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Turn the cooker hood to its opposite face, pull the cable through as far as it extends. Use the existing cable clip and its screw to secure the cables to the hood as shown (fig. 11).
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Now the cooker hood is ready to fit to the metal duct unit.
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Go to instructions for Fitting Cooker Hood to Right Hand Unit, items 1-15 on above.
Attach Ducting
See the Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning document.
Electrical Installation
See the Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning document.
Commissioning
See the Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning document.
Setting the Cooker Hood Flow
Adjust the damper to give the correct flow as determined by the system designer.
Front Panel Adjustment
The front panel of the Pull-Out System Hood is adjustable; allowing it to align with the cabinet above. To make this adjustment first remove the grease filters. There are three screws located on the inside of the unit behind the front panel, unscrewing these will allow the front panel to be adjusted. Tighten the screws when the panel is in the desired position.
Maintenance
Caring for the Unit
Heat recovery units, by their very nature, require regular maintenance. The Sentinel Kinetic has been designed to facilitate access to enable maintenance to be carried out easily.
WARNING
THE FAN AND ANCILLARY CONTROL EQUIPMENT MUST BE ISOLATED FROM THE POWER SUPPLY
DURING MAINTENANCE.
Cooker Hood Cleaning Interval
For MVHR unit maintenance, refer to Sentinel Kinetic Installation & Commissioning and Operation & Monitoring documents.
| Item | Action |
|---|---|
| Cooker Hood Filters | Clean Filters every six months or more frequently if the |
style of cooking requires it. For instruction how to remove filters see below.
Cooker Hood Adaptor| Switch off the unit at the wall isolator before cleaning
any component. Remove cover and wipe the interior clean every six months or
more frequently if the style of cooking requires it. After cleaning ensure
that the cover is replaced correctly and screws tightened. Do not use water or
spray cleaning agents for cleaning the space, however a damp or dry cloth may
be used.
Removing Filters.
a) Rear Filter – To remove the rear filter grip and pull inwards the grey
levers at either side and slide the filter forwards and downwards.
b) Front Filter – To remove the front filter grip and pull inwards the
grey levers at either side and drop the filters downwards.
c) The filters can be washed in a dishwasher or soapy water. Thoroughly
dry the filters and reassemble in reverse order.
Spares
The following spares may be ordered from Vent-Axia:
Table 1: Spares
| Part No | Description |
|---|---|
| 497808 | Control PCBA & Patch Cable Kit |
| 441774 | Filters, 2-pack (bypass version 438222) |
| 441764 | Heat Recovery Cell (bypass version 438222) |
| 497812 | Supply Motor & Cable Kit |
| 497810 | Exhaust Motor & Cable Kit |
| 441776 | Summer Bypass |
| 456510 | Thermal Cut-out Fuse |
| 476071 | Low Energy LED Lamp |
| 372777 | Light Cover |
| 372774 | Cooker hood filters (set of two) |
Troubleshooting
See the Sentinel Kinetic documentation.
Appendix A: Options and Accessories
Humidistats
An optional internal humidistat is available as an accessory. This adjusts the fan speed proportionally depending on the temperature and relative humidity levels in the extracted air whilst avoiding nuisance tripping at night time when temperatures drop and relative humidity naturally rises. The unit does not just look for relative humidity levels above a set point, which can be unreliable in products that extract from multiple rooms, but it also looks for a rapid increase in relative humidity typically generated by such activities as showering or cooking.
Note:- This is fitted to models 446756, 446757, 446758 & 446759 as standard.
For further details on options and accessories, refer to Sentinel Kinetic installation & commissioning documentation.
PRODUCT FICHE
For Residential Ventilation Units (Complying Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1254/2014)
| Name: | Vent-Axia | Vent-Axia |
|---|---|---|
| Model ID (Stock Ref.) : | Kinetic CSH / L – 446759 / 446757 | Kinetic CWH / L- |
446758 / 446756
SEC Class| A| A
SEC Value (‘Average’)| -40.99| -40.99
SEC Value (‘Warm’)| -16.30| -16.30
SEC Value (‘Cold’)| -84.88| -84.88
Label Required? (Yes/No=Out of scope)| Yes| Yes
Declared as: RVU or NRVU/UVU or BVU| RVU/BVU| RVU/BVU
Speed Drive| Variable Speed| Variable Speed
Type HRS (Recuperative, Regenerative, None)| Recuperative| Recuperative
Thermal Eff: [ (%), NA(if none)]| 85.00| 85.00
Max. Flow Rate (m3/h)| 237.60| 237.60
Max. Power Input (W): (@Max.Flow Rate)| 128.00| 128.00
LWA: Sound Power Level (dB)| 52.13| 52.13
Ref. Flow Rate (m3/s)| 0.04620| 0.04620
Ref. Pressure Diff. (Pa)| 50.00| 50.00
SPI [W/(m3/h)]| 0.34| 0.34
Control Factor & Control Typology: (CTRL/ Typology)| |
Control Factor; CTRL| 0.65| 0.65
Control Typology| Local Demand Control| Local Demand Control
Declared: -Max Internal & External Leakage Rates(%) for BVUs or carry over
(for regenerative heat exchangers only), -&Ext. Leakage Rates (%) for Ducted
UVUs;| <5% Internal, <5% External| <5% Internal, <5% External
Mixing Rate of Non-Ducted BVUs not intended to be equipped with one duct
connection on either supply or extract air side;| N/A| N/A
Position and description of visual filter warning for RVUs intended for use
with filters, including text pointing out the importance of regular filter
changes for performance and energy efficiency of the unit| Refer to User
Instructions| Refer to User Instructions
For UVUs (Instructions Install Regulated Supply/Extract Grilles Façade)| N/A|
N/A
Internet Address (for Disassembly Instructions)| www.vent-
axia.com| www.vent-axia.com
Sensitivity p. Variation@+20/-20 Pa: (for Non-Ducted VUs)| N./A| N./A
Air Tightness-ID/OD-(m3/h) (for Non-Ducted VUs)| N./A| N./A
Annual Electricity Consumption: AEC (kWh/a)| 2.23| 2.23
Annual Heating Saved: AHS (kWh/a)| |
AHS: Average| 45.90| 45.90
AHS: Warm| 20.75| 20.75
AHS: Cold| 89.79| 89.79
Customer Support
Head Office: Fleming Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9YX
EU Authorised Representative: Vent-Axia Sigarenmaker 5 – 5521DJ Eersel
Nederland [email protected]
UK NATIONAL CALL CENTRE:
Sales Enquiries: Tel: 0344 8560590 Email: sales@vent-
axia.com
Technical Support: Tel: 0344 8560594 Email: vatechsupport@vent-
axia.com
