HK INSTRUMENTS RHT Series Humidity Transmitters Instruction Manual

June 6, 2024
HK INSTRUMENTS

HK INSTRUMENTS RHT Series Humidity Transmitters

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing an HK Instruments RHT series relative humidity transmitter. The RHT series is intended for use in commercial environments in HVAC/R applications. The RHT series measures relative humidity (rH) and temperature (T). Each measurement parameter (rH, T) has a separate field configurable output. The RHT series relative humidity transmitters are available with Modbus configuration, relay, and touchscreen display.

APPLICATIONS

RHT series devices are commonly used to monitor:

  • humidity and temperature levels in offices, public spaces, hospitals, meeting rooms, and classrooms
  • erature in various commercial applications
  • humidity and temperature in the HVAC/R environment

WARNING

  • READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE OR SERVICE THIS DEVICE.
  • Failure to observe safety information and comply with instructions can result in PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
  • To avoid electrical shock or damage to equipment, disconnect power before installing or servicing and use only wiring with insulation rated for full device operating voltage.
  • To avoid potential fire and/or explosion do not use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres.
  • Retain these instructions for future reference.
  • This product, when installed, will be part of an engineered system whose specifications and performance characteristics are not designed or controlled by HK Instruments. Review applications and national and local codes to assure that the installation will be functional and safe. Use only experienced and knowledgeable technicians to install this device.

SPECIFICATIONS

Performance

Measurement ranges:

  • Temperature: 0…50 °C
  • Relative humidity: 0–100 %

Accuracy:

  • Temperature: <0.5 ºC
  • Relative humidity: ±2…3 % at 0…50 °C and 10–90 % RH Total error band includes accuracy, hysteresis, and temperature effect over 5…50 °C and 10–90% RH.
Technical Specifications

Media compatibility:
Dry air or non-aggressive gases

Measuring units:
°C and % RH

Measuring element:

  • Temperature: Integrated
  • Relative humidity: Thermoset polymer capacitive sensing element

Environment:

  • Operating temperature: 0…50 °C
  • Storage temperature: -20…70 °C
  • Humidity: 0 to 95 % RH, non condensing

Physical

Dimensions:
Case: 99 x 90 x 32 mm Weight: 150 g
Mounting:
3 screw holes slotted, 3.8 mm

Materials:
Case: ABS

Protection standard:
IP20

Display (Optional) Touchscreen
Size: 77.4 x 52.4 mm Electrical connections:

Power supply:
5-screw terminal block (24 V, GND, rH, T, Max value) 0.2–1.5 mm2 (12–24 AWG)

Relay out:
3-screw terminal block (NC, COM, NO) 0.2–1.5 mm2 (12–24 AWG)

Electrical
Input: 24 VAC or VDC, ±10 % Current consumption: max 90 mA (at 24 V) + 10 mA for each voltage output or 20 mA for each current output

Temperature output signal:

  • 0–10 V, R>1 kΩ
  • 2–10 V, R>1 kΩ (optional voltage output, display required)
  • 4–20 mA, R<500 Ω

Relative humidity output signal:

  • 0–10 V, R>1 kΩ
  • 2–10 V, R>1 kΩ (optional voltage output, display required)
  • 4–20 mA, R<500 Ω

Relay out:
SPDT Relay, 250 VAC / 30 VDC / 6 A Adjustable switching point and hysteresis

Conformance

Meets requirements for CE marking:

  • EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
  • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
  • LVD Directive 2014/35/EU
  • WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU
    COMPANY WITH MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED BY DNV GL = ISO 9001 = ISO 14001 =

SCHEMATICS

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INSTALLATION

  1. Mount the device in the desired location (see step 1).
  2. Route the cables and connect the wires (see step 2).
  3. The device is now ready for configuration.
    WARNING! Apply power only after the device is properly wired.

STEP 1: MOUNTING THE DEVICE

  1. Select a mounting location on the wall at 1.2–1.8 m (4–6 ft) above the floor and at least 50 cm (20 in) from the adjacent wall. Do not block device air vents from any direction and leave at least 20 cm (8 in) gap to other devices. Locate the unit in an area with good ventilation and an average temperature, where it will be responsive to changes to the room conditions. The RHT should be mounted on a flat surface.
    Do not locate the RHT where it can be affected by:

    • Direct sunlight
    • Drafts or dead areas behind doors
    • Radiant heat from appliances
    • Concealed pipes or chimneys
    • Outside walls or unheated/uncooled areas
  2. Use the device as a template and mark the screw holes.

  3. Mount the wall plate with screws.

    • Incorrect installation may cause a shift in temperature output
    • Secure the lid with a locking screw, if the relay is connected to the mains power.

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STEP 2: WIRING DIAGRAMS

CAUTION!

  • For CE compliance, a properly grounded shielding cable is required.
  • Use copper wire only. Insulate or wire nut all unused leads.
  • Supply a separate cable for the relay and signal out when using line voltage to power the relay.
  • Any wiring may carry the full operating line voltage current based on field installation. The cover locking screw must be installed if the line voltage is supplied to the relay.
  • Care should be used to avoid electrostatic discharge to the device.
  • This unit has configuration jumpers. You may need to reconfigure this device for your application.
  1. Route the cables through the square opening in the backplate or for surface wiring select a knockout on the top or bottom of the wall plate, as shown in Figure 2a.
  2. Connect the wires as shown in Figures 2b and 2c.

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NOTE! When using long connection wires it may be necessary to use a separate GND wire for voltage output current to prevent measurement distortion. The need for an extra GND wire depends on the cross-section and length of the used connection wires. If long and/or small cross-section wires are used, supply current and wire resistance may generate a voltage drop in the common GND wire resulting in a distorted output measurement.

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STEP 3: CONFIGURATION

Configuration of the RHT series device consists of:

  1. Configuring the jumpers (see step 4).
  2.  Configuration menu options. (Display- and Modbus versions only. See the user manual for further details.)

STEP 4: Jumper settingsHK-INSTRUMENTS-RHT-Series-Humidity-Transmitters-
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  1. Configuration of the output modes of:

    • Max value
    • Relative humidity (RH)
    • Temperature (Temp)
      Select the output mode, current (4–20 mA) or voltage (0–10 V), by installing jumpers as shown in Figure 4. Each output are configured separately.
      To select 2–10 V output mode on a display version device: First, select 0–10 V output by jumper(s), then change the voltage (V) output from 0–10 V to 2–10 V via the configuration menu. Please see the user manual for more details.HK-
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  2. Locking the display:
    Install the jumper to lock the display to prevent access to the configuration menu after installation is completed (see the schematics for the location of the pins).

RECYCLING/DISPOSAL
The parts left over from installation should be recycled according to your local instructions. Decommissioned devices should be taken to a recycling site that specializes in electronic waste.

WARRANTY POLICY

The seller is obligated to provide a warranty of five years for the delivered goods regarding material and manufacturing. The warranty period is considered to start on the delivery date of the product. If a defect in raw materials or a production flaw is found, the seller is obligated, when the product is sent to the seller without delay or before the expiration of the warranty, to amend the mistake at his/her discretion either by repairing the defective product or by delivering free of charge to the buy-er a new flawless product and sending it to the buyer. Delivery costs for the repair under warranty will be paid by the buyer and the return costs by the seller. The warranty does not comprise damages caused by accident, lightening, flood or another natural phenomenon, normal wear and tear, improper or careless handling, abnormal use, overloading, improper storage, incorrect care or reconstruction, or changes and install-location work not done by the seller or his/her authorized representative. The selection of materials for devices prone to corrosion is the buyer’s responsibility unless otherwise is legally agreed upon. Should the manufacturer alter the structure of the device, the seller is not obligated to make comparable changes to devices already purchased. Appealing for a warranty requires that the buyer has correctly fulfilled his/her duties arisen from the delivery and stated in the contract. The seller will give a new warranty for goods that have been replaced or repaired within the warranty, however only to the expiration of the original product’s warranty time. The warranty includes the repair of a defective part or device, or if needed, a new part or device, but not installation or exchange costs. Under no circumstance is the seller liable for damages compensation for indirect damage.
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