inVENTer iV14-Zero Ventilation Device with Heat Recovery Instruction Manual

July 10, 2024
inVENTer

iV14-Zero
Installation instructions

inVENTer iV14 Zero Ventilation Device with Heat Recovery
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Ventilation device
with heat recovery

Trademarks, copyrights and property rights
inVENTer® , Xenion® , inVENTron® , Inventin® and Clust-Air® are registered trademarks of inVENTer GmbH.
The copyright to this document remains with the manufacturer.
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All trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective manufacturers and are hereby acknowledged.

Disclaimer

This documentation represents an translation of the original german installation instructions.
After completion of the installation it must be given to the user (tenant, owner, property management, etc.).
The content of this documentation has been checked for compliance with the described components. Nevertheless deviations may still occur, therefore no guarantee of compliance can be provided.
This documentation describes the functionality of the standard scope.
For reasons of clarity, the documentation does not purport to cover all details on all types of the product and cannot cover every conceivable scenario for installation and assembly.
The illustrations in this document may differ slightly from the design of the product that you have purchased. The same functionality is ensured despite any design deviations.
This documentation is updated regularly. Necessary corrections and appropriate supplements are always included in subsequent editions. You can also find the latest version at www.inventer.de/downloads.

Company information

Publisher:

inVENTer GmbH
Ortsstraße 4a
D-07751 Löberschütz
Germany| Phone:  +49 (0) 36427 211-0
Fax: +49 (0) 36427 211-113
E-mail:  info@inventer.de
Web:  www.inventer.de
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CEO: Annett Wettig
VAT ID number: DE 815494982
Jena District Court HRB 510380

User and safety instructions

Thank you for purchasing this high quality product from inVENTer!
This section provides an overview of the basic safety precautions for safe and proper operation of your ventilation device.

1.1 User information
Safety and warning instructions

The safety and warning instructions in these installation instructions have a uniform structure and are marked with a symbol on the left side of the instruction. A signal word in front of the text also indicates the hazard level. If several hazard levels exist, the highest level safety instruction is always used.
The safety and warning instructions contain the following information:
SIGNAL WORD: Type and origin of the hazard. Possible consequences of the hazard!
Measures to avoid the hazard.
The signal word indicates the severity of the potential hazard unless the preventive measures are taken:
DANGER means: Imminent danger of serious injury or death.
WARNING means: Possible danger of serious injury or death.
CAUTION means: Direct danger of minor/significant injury.
NOTICE means: Direct or possible risk of property damage due to an adverse event/state.
If you see these signs, ensure you observe the described measures to prevent possible hazards and/or damage.
Other symbols used in this documentation

In addition to the safety instructions, the following symbols are used:
TIP symbol indicates practical and useful tips for handling your ventilation system.
Before each step, any additional tools and materials required for the activity are listed.
Red bar over a graphic: graphic shows the interior wall.
Blue bar over a graphic: graphic shows the exterior wall.
Action required: This prompts the user to perform a specific action.
⇒ Check the results requires you to check the results of the action you have performed.
Action focus: To be taken into account in the corresponding assembly step.

1.2 Safety instructions

The installation instructions are part of your iV14-Zero ventilation device and must be available at all times (see www.inventer.de/downloads). When handing the system to a third party, the information regarding access to the installation instructions must be handed over also. Before performing any work on the device/system, read the installation instructions carefully and observe all notices that refer to the installation process in this section. Also note the safety instructions that precede the described handling instructions. Non- observance of safety instructions could result in injury and/or property damage.
These installation instructions only cover the standard variant (referred to as the “Standard variant” in the following text) of the iV14-Zero ventilation device. Information on the variants can be found in the separate installation instructions for the respective components.
Intended use
The ventilation device is designed to ventilate dwellings and similar residential spaces and other areas where people spend time, e.g. living rooms and bedrooms, offices, basements and attics.
It is controlled via an inVENTer system control device (hereinafter referred to as the “controller”).

General information

  • Always observe the relevant standards, regulations and guidelines when installing the equipment/system. In particular also applicable building regulations, fire safety regulations and accident prevention regulations of the employers’ liability insurance association.

  • Use the device/system exclusively for the applications that are described in this documentation and only in conjunction with components that are recommended, authorised and described by inVENTer GmbH in this documentation.
    Changes or modifications to the device/system are not permitted.

  • Your ventilation system is exclusively designed for use in ambient temperatures between -20 and 50°C.

  • Trouble-free and safe operation of the device/system depends on proper transportation, proper storage and installation, as well as careful operation and cleaning/care

  • The ventilation device is based on the free movement of air between individual pairs of ventilation devices. Therefore, internal doors must not have air-tight seals. Provide suitable air transfer measures to create a room network (cross ventilation).

Installation and assembly

  • CAUTION: The system may only be installed by qualified personnel.
  • Before starting work, you should have a project plan showing the number of ventilation devices, the location of the ventilation devices, the ventilation principle (cross ventilation, single room ventilation, extract ventilation) and the associated controllers. The exact positioning of the individual devices and control devices must be checked at the installation site and, if necessary, adapted to the local conditions with the involvement of the responsible planner or  user.For optimum functionality, it is recommended to install the device at an appropriate place in the upper wall area.
  • WARNING: For joint operation fireplaces, safety measures must be taken to prevent a negative pressure from developing in the building. The responsible chimney sweep and/or building planner decides which measures need to be carried out.
  • NOTICE: The ventilation device is not suitable for drying out buildings. Do not put it into operation until the construction work has been completed.
  • NOTICE: Contamination of components, e.g. by plaster residue, will damage the components! Seal the ventilation device/air outlets of the ventilation device so they are dust-tight throughout the construction work. Do not remove the thread locks until final assembly.
  • NOTICE: Do not install the device near indoor air thermostats or in the immediate vicinity of/ above sensitive pictures or furniture.
  • NOTICE: Observe the specified minimum clearances on both sides of the wall and frontally to prevent unintentional mixing of different air flows and to ensure access to the device and its components. A minimum distance of 1.2 m must be maintained between adjacent air openings. ( , page 12 f.).
  • NOTICE: The wall sleeve must be integrated into the building envelope (airtightness level) in accordance with the current state of the art, taking into account construction-related and physical specifications (“RAL installation”). Material for this is must be provided on site.
  • NOTICE: When bringing the wall construction up to the wall sleeve, observe the necessary blocking levels to avoid interrupting the composite thermal insulation system. Consult your planner before installation if you are at all uncertain!
  • NOTICE: Install the wall sleeve with a slope of 1 – 2° to the exterior wall to ensure the drainage of any condensate that may form.
  • NOTICE: Do not install the ventilation device in places where direct contact with water spray is possible. Observe the specifications of VDE 0100 when choosing the installation location.
  • NOTICE: Store components standing outside the wall sleeve and do not throw them to avoid damage and breakage of the components, especially the thermal accumulator.
  • NOTICE: In order to avoid algae growth around the external terminations, the instructions for installation must be followed exactly (apply all sealing tapes!). We recommend a biocidal pre-treatment/water-repellent pre-treatment of the façade surface around the external terminations. Consult your planner about this!
  • NOTICE: When installing components in (exterior) walls with insulation, use insulation wallplugs to ensure that the components are securely fastened. Insulation wallplugs are not included in the scope of supply, they are available as an option!
  • NOTICE: Only use permanently elastic sealing compound suitable for outdoor use to seal the joints at all external edges!
  • NOTICE: The device has scratch-sensitive plastic surfaces. Do not touch the components with oily and/or dirty hands. Avoid contact with sharp or pointed objects, e.g. rings.

Cabling / connection of the reversible fan

  • DANGER: The system’s electrical connections may only be carried out by qualified electricians.

  • NOTICE: The reversible fan operates with protective extra-low voltage.
    It must not be connected directly to the 230 V power grid.

  • NOTICE: Laying cables whose sheathing is not resistant to plastering under plaster leads to short circuits and cable fire! Lay cables without a plaster-resistant cable sheath in the conduit.

  • NOTICE: The use of too small a cable cross-section leads to too great a voltage drop and/ or contact is not guaranteed! For the fan BUS, use a cable cross-section of at least 0.75 mm² (stranded wire). Use wire ferrules with collars to connect the strands.

  • When using several ventilation devices controlled by several controllers, you must ensure that the ventilation devices are synchronised with each other (see installation instructions for controllers).
    You should connect all controllers via a mains fuse in the house distribution board.

If your device has a fault, contact your nearest distributor or our technical service.
Any kind of use other than the intended use will exclude all liability claims.
Improper use
Any use that is not mentioned in the intended use section, is considered to be improper.
Especially do not install / operate the device in areas which the following may occur:

  • Environment containing strong oils or lubricants.
  • Flammable, aggressive and corrosive gases, liquids or vapours.
  • Extreme dust exposure.
  • Ambient temperatures outside the range of -20 to 50 °C.
  • Prevent obstacles that hinder access to, or removal of, components of the ventilation device.

The ventilation device is not to be used as an opening to the outside and/or for the purpose of smoke removal/smoke extraction in basements without windows.
Qualified personnel
The equipment/system may only be set up, operated and cleaned in conjunction with this documentation and the documentation for the controllers.
Installation, electrical connection and commissioning of the equipment/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Qualified personnel within the meaning of the safety notices in this documentation are persons who are authorised to install, put it into operation and identify equipment, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety procedures.

Conformity
The ventilation device complies with the technical safety requirements and standards of electrical appliances for domestic use. It conforms to current European Union and United Kingdom directives.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following Internet address: https://www.inventer.de/downloads/ .:

System overview: iV14-Zero ventilation device

The iV14-Zero ventilation device was developed as a sound insulation device. It is designed to ventilate living rooms and bedrooms in single- and multi- family houses, hotels and guest houses, rooms in public facilities and work rooms in office buildings.
It is suitable for installation in new buildings as well as for retrofitting in old buildings.
Installation is generally carried out in the exterior wall.
The ventilation device consists of a wall sleeve in which the thermal accumulator insert is mounted. A closeable inner cover with integrated air filter seals the iV14-Zero off from the interior space. Outside, a driving rain-proof cover conceals the components of the ventilation device.
The wall sleeve is equipped with a sound insulation lining made of Inventin. The insulated wall sleeve incorporates the ceramic thermal accumulator and inVENTron, two guiding vane elements and the Xenion reversible fan. The guiding vanes on both sides of the fan serve to straighten the air flow and ensure more efficient flow through the thermal accumulator. The sound- absorbing Inventin lining and the unique geometry of the Xenion reversible fan effectively reduce the passage of sound.
The standard length of the wall sleeve is 495 mm. For thicker walls, a wall sleeve with a length of 745 mm can be ordered. Both versions can be shortened on site.
The ventilation device is controlled via one of the following inVENTer system controllers 1):

  • sMove
  • inVENTer Connect2)
  • MZ-Home

Components

  • Inner cover incl. ISO Coarse 60 % filter
  • Thermal accumulator insert (thermal accumulator, inVENTron and sound insulation lining made of Inventin)
  • Wall sleeve
  • External termination3)
  • Pollen and activated carbon filter (optional)
  •  Sound and wind protection accessories (optional)

Models
The ventilation devices of the iV14-Zero product range differ in their external terminations.
Additional inner covers are also available. This documentation only contains information on the standard version of the ventilation device.
For information on the variants of the external and internal terminations, please refer to the separate installation instructions for the respective component.

  • Standard variant: iV14-Zero ventilation devices with driving rain-proof weather protection hood.
  • Corner variant: iV14-Zero Corner ventilation devices (hereinafter referred to as the “Corner variant”) for integration of the external termination in the window reveal (white/grey/anthracite/ custom colour).
  • Nordic variant: iV14-Zero Nordic ventilation devices (in the further text “Nordic variant”) for the integration of the external termination in clinker brick walls (white/grey/anthracite/custom colour).
  1. The operating instructions for the controller are not part of this documentation.
  2. In connection with the inVENTer Connect controller platform, it is mandatory to use the Connect inner cover.
  3. All external terminations are available in stainless steel or optionally in aluminium [increased salt resistance].

2.1 Construction

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Components

A External termination: Flex Zero 1) weather protection hood

  1. Weather protection hood base plate

  2. Flex Zero ring insert (pre-installed)

  3. Weather protection hood cover
    B Wall sleeve

  4. R-D200 wall sleeve

  5.  Inner cover fastening elements

  6. Recess for controller connecting cable
    C Thermal accumulator insert (Thermal accumulator, inVENTron, sound insulation lining made of Inventin)

  7. Sound insulation lining (Inventin)

  8. Thermal accumulator

  9. Thermal accumulator handle

  10.  Standard guiding vane (wide)

  11.  Xenion reversible fan

  12. Slim guiding vane (narrow)

  13. Guiding vane knob

  14. BUS plug connection
    D Flair Zero inner cover

  15. Inner cover base plate

  16. Flair Zero inner cover insert (pre-installed)

  17. Inner cover panel

  18. ISO Coarse 60 % dust filter

  19. Spacer (4 x)

  1. The description of the components of all other possible external terminations can be found in the separate installation instructions of the respective external termination.
    2.2 Function
    Decentralised ventilation systems combine extract and supply air and are based on free air movement between individual pairs of ventilation devices (cross- ventilation). The cross-ventilation principle allows the air to circulate through the entire residential device and also sufficiently ventilate interior living spaces. Each ventilation device is mounted in its own air duct so as not to obstruct other ventilation processes.

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Function

The decentralised iV ventilation systems with heat recovery consist of ventilation devices arranged in pairs with simple air flow. They operate according to the principle of heat recovery by changing the direction of the fan. The integrated thermal accumulator is charged with the thermal energy of the room air as it flows externally (extract air). After 70 seconds, the reversing fan changes the direction of rotation each time. After the direction of rotation has changed, the heat accumulator releases the stored heat energy to the incoming fresh air (supply air).
For this principle to work correctly and to ensure pressure stability in the room, the supply air volume must always correspond to the extract air volume, i.e. at least two ventilation devices are required. These are operated in pairs in push-pull mode: another ventilation device is assigned to the ventilation device that delivers supply air and at the same time removes used extract air from the interior to the outside.
You operate the iV ventilation systems intuitively with the matching inVENTer controllers.
Different operating modes or the air volume flows can be set individually.
The most important components of the iV system are the ceramic thermal accumulator, the reversing fan, air guiding vanes for straightening the air volume flow, filters for different hygienic requirements, a closable inner cover and an outer cover. A control device (controller) completes the system.
Ventilation device iV14-Zero
The iV14-Zero ventilation devices are used to provide ventilation for living rooms and bedrooms.
An integrated ceramic thermal accumulator ensures optimum heat recovery.
It is a ventilation device with simple airflow and works according to the principle of heat recovery by changing the direction of the fan.
The iV14-Zero features especially quiet operation. The patented sound insulation concept is based on the combination of the sound insulation lining made of Inventin with the Xenion rever- sible fan. The sound insulation lining effectively absorbs sound waves from outside and from the unit itself (sound transmission and inherent sound). The arrangement and design of the fanblades additionally reduces the sound transmission from outside.
Thanks to a high pressure build-up and the active speed control of the motor (integrated wind pressure stabiliser) in the Xenion reversible fan, the air flow in the system is kept almost constant even in the event of weather- related pressure fluctuations. Thus, the sensitivity of the air flow to pressure fluctuations corresponds to class S3 according to EN 13141-8 (max. 30 % air flow deviation at ± 20 Pa).
In order to ensure the full functioning of the ventilation device throughout the entire year, a temperature sensor is integrated into the Xenion reversible fan. This measures the temperature of the air flow at the fan. If the temperature at the fan falls below + 5 °C, the reversible fan is automatically switched to extract air mode for 4 cycles. This allows the thermal accumulator to heat up again and prevents cooling of the interior due to cold supply air. During this phase, the operating mode that has been set on the controller is ineffective. Subsequently, the controller switches the ventilation device back to the originally selected mode.
As standard, a washable ISO Coarse 60 % class dust filter is unobtrusively and easily accessible integrated into the inner cover. This filters coarse dust and allergenic particles (such as coarse flower pollen) from the air before they can enter the interior. The dust filters can be used regardless of the season.
Optional pollen and activated carbon filters are available for special requirements.
2.3 Control elements
The ventilation device is operated via an inVENTer system controller.
Depending on the controller, different operating modes and functions can be set.
Basic controls

Designation sMove
 

Number of controll- able ventilation devices| s4: Max. 4
s8: Max. 8
Multi-zone control| No
Operating concept| • Touch
Operating modes| • Heat recovery
• Through-ventilation
• OFF (standard version only)
Functions| • Pause-Function (1 … 8 h)
• Boost-Function (1 h)
Fan speed| infinitely adjustable, 4 Output levels, predefined
Unit communication| • Cable
External interface| 1 potential-free switching contact per controller:
• Pressure switch (NC)
• Other sensors (NO)

Multi-zone control

Designation MZ-Home inVENTer Connect

|


Number of controll- able ventilation devices| Max. 16 (excl. sensors)| Max. 16 (incl. sensors)
Multi-zone control| max. 4 zones with max. 4 devices [plus sensors] per zone| max. 4 zones; any number of devices per zone
Operating concept| • Touch
• Weekly timer| • Touch
• Ventilation profiles (time controlled)
• App control
Operating modes| • Heat recovery
• Through-ventilation
• OFF| • Heat recovery
• Through-ventilation
• OFF
Functions| • Pause function (1… 8h) per zone
• Dehumidification with variable air volume flow| • Dehumidification with variable air volume flow and other demand ventilation
• Pause function (global and zonal)
• Boost function (global and zonal)
• Basement ventilation
• Summertime ventilation
Fan speed| 4 Output levels, freely selectable| 4 Output levels, freely selectable
Unit communication| • Cable| • 868 MHz wireless network
• Cable
External interface| 1 potential-free switching contact per Clust-Air module (max. 4)
• Pressure switch (NC/NO)
• Other sensors (NO)| Several different sensors per controller platform (zone division and number of sensors per zone arbitrary)

For detailed information, see the controller’s installation and operating instructions.

Preparing for installation

3.1 Installation position

  • The installation location can be derived from the position suggested by the ventilation planning.
    The exact positioning of the individual devices and control devices must be checked on site and, if necessary, adjusted. Consult the responsible planner about this! For optimum function, it is recommended that the ventilation device is installed at the appropriate point in the upper wall area (e.g. 1.80 m from the upper edge of the finished floor [UEFF]).

  • Do not place the ventilation device near radiators, indoor air thermostats, sensitive furniture or above pictures.

  • Do not install the device in places where direct contact with water spray is possible.
    Observe the specifications of VDE 0100 when choosing the installation location.

Minimum distances of the wall opening for the ventilation device:

  • Minimum distances to components / building elements on the internal and external wall:

NOTICE: Malfunction due to incorrect positioning of the ventilation device.

  • Note insulation thickness and possibly shutters!
  • Do not install near radiators!
  • Observe minimum distance of 1.2 m to adjacent air openings!
  Distance from centre of hole on the
Termination component External wall [mm]
[mm]** frontal [mm]
Flex Zero weather protection hood 450 (top)

250 (side, bottom)

| –| –
Corner external termination| 250 … 385 to the reveal 250 (top, bottom, side)
Nordic external termination| 250 circumferential
Flair Zero inner cover| –| 250 circumferential| 300

  • between two ventilation devices (pair of devices) operating in push-pull mode in a room

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3.2 Position of the wall opening
For the positioning of the wall sleeve of other variants of your ventilation device ,see the installation instructions for your specific external termination.

Standard variant ventilation device

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opening

  1. Wall opening (Fig. 2, left) Simplex wall installation system (Fig. 2, right)
  2. Contour of weather protection hood³)
  3. Reveal
  4. Door/window frame
  5. Bottom edge of lintel 4)
  1. Minimum distance to adjacent components on the interior wall
  2. Ensure a minimum distance to adjoining components on the exterior wall
  3. Recommendation: Attach the hood at lintel height
  4. Note insulation thickness and any roller shutters

3.3 Dimensions

Designation| Depth/length [mm]| Width [mm]| Height [mm]
---|---|---|---
Wall opening for wall sleeve| Wall thickness1)| Ø225
R-D200 wall sleeve| 495 (745)| Ø200
Flex Zero weather protection hood| 23 – 88| 279| 313
Flair Zero V-233×233 inner cover| 61²)| 233| 233

  1. Standard variant: with render, insulation, masonry and plaster
  2. Open

3.4 Sectional drawing of the ventilation device

For sectional drawings of other variants of your ventilation device, see the installation instructions for your specific external termination.
Sectional drawing of the iV14-Zero ventilation device, standard variant

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drawing

A Interior plaster/ interior structure
B Masonry
C Insulation
D Render

  1. Inner cover base plate
  2. Flair Zero insert (pre-installed)
  3. Inner cover panel with SDE sound insulation insert
  4. R-D200 wall sleeve
  5. Sound insulation lining made of Inventin
  6.  Flex Zero weather protection hood
  7. Flex Zero ring insert (pre-installed)
  8. Thermal accumulator
  9. inVENTron:
    Xenion reversible fan embedded in double guiding vane

3.5 Dimensional drawings of components
Flair Zero inner cover

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  1. Inner cover base plate
  2. Flair Zero insert (pre-installed)
  3. Pass-through for controller connecting cable
  4. Inner cover panel
  5. SDE sound insulation insert
  6. Spacer (4 x)
  7. Interior wall fixing borehole

Flex Zero weather protection hood

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  1. Weather protection hood base plate
  2. Flex Zero ring insert (pre-installed)
  3. Exterior wall fixing hole (4 x)
  4. Simplex fixing hole (4 x)
  5. Guide for sealing tape
  6. Weather protection hood cover
  7. Protective grid
  8. Drip rail

Installation and assembly

Read the section carefully before installation to avoid installation errors. The installation and connection of the ventilation system must be carried out by qualified personnel.
4.1 Check the scope of supply

Check the delivery for completeness and transport damage upon receipt using the delivery note.
Report missing items immediately.
These assembly instructions describe the standard version of the product. Details of the variants’ scope of supply can be found in the separately available installation instructions for the respective system component.

  1. External Termination
    1 a: Flex WSH cover
    1 b: Flex Zero WSH base plate
    1 c: Sealing tape
    1 d: Exterior wall fixing elements
    The Flex-Zero weather protection hood is available in different colours and materials (stainless steel / aluminium [with increased salt resistance]) and must be ordered according to the desired colour and properties.

  2. Wall sleeve R-D200
    2 a: Styrofoam discs
    2 b: Mounting wedge set

  3. iV14-Zero thermal accumulator insert
    3 a: Insulated thermal accumulator
    3 b: Standard guiding vane (45 mm)
    3 c: Xenion reversible fan
    3 d: Slim guiding vane (16 mm)
    3 e: BUS-plug connection
    3 f: Sound insulation linning (Inventin)
    3 g: Zero ring insert (Corner & Nordic)

  4. Flair Zero inner cover
    4 a: Inner cover base plate
    4 b: Inner cover panel
    4 c: Flair Zero insert (pre-installed)
    4 d: ISO Coarse 60 % dust filter
    4 e: Interior wall fixing material
    WSH = Weather protection hood

4.2 Create wall opening

CAUTION
Falling masonry when creating the wall opening can lead to physical injuries and /or damage to property!

  • Install protection against falling masonry on building exterior.
  • Remove objects from the immediate vicinity of the building’s exterior.

In new buildings we recommend the use of the optional Simplex D200 wall installation system or D230 wall block, or Woodplex for timber post and beam construction.
Observe the minimum distances and the installation position of the ventilation device.
Consult your planner before installation if you are at all uncertain!
Create the wall opening through core drilling
Drill with core drill attachment or milling drill Ø 225 mm, additionally if a Connect inner cover / flush-mounted Undercover is installed: chisel

Requirements:

  • The masonry must be dry and in a load-bearing condition.
  • No load-bearing elements in the position of the drill hole.

► Drill a wall opening, Ø 180 mm at installation position of ventilation device.
The wall sleeve must have a slope of 1 – 2° to the exterior wall side. Alternatively the drilling can be carried through with a slope.
⇒ The wall opening for the ventilation device has been created.
Additionally for installation of the ventilation device with flush-mounted inner cover:

► Create an opening for the flush-mounted housing on the interior wall, centred on the core drill hole, for installing the inner cover.
Dimensions: 245 x 245 x 40 (W x H x D, mm)
4.3 Laying the cables to the wall opening of the ventilation device

DANGER
Exposed electrical components.
Electric shock and injury due to live components (230V, 50Hz)!

  • Installation and connection must only be performed by qualified and trained personnel.

Once the wall opening has been created, the cables necessary for operating the ventilation system are laid to the wall opening for the ventilation device. They connect the valve gate of the ventilation device with the control components and thus establish signal transmission and/or voltage transmission between the controller and the Xenion reversible fan.
NOTICE: Cable to the wall opening of the ventilation device not laid. No connection of the reversible fan possible!
Routing of the cables to the wall opening for the ventilation device must be done in this installation step. The routing of the connecting cables to the Connect inner cover or between the controllers and the Xenion reversible fan is not part of this documentation. For more information, see the installation instructions for the corresponding controller.

Cable to the wall opening of the ventilation device
The following cables, depending on the control device, are laid to the wall opening for the ventilation device:

  Use Cable type Cable origin
sMove Operating voltage fan and device communication Stranded cable 6
– 16 V DC, e. g.: LiYY 3×0.75 mm² sMove operating device
MZ-Home Clust-Air module CAM17 in the ventilation zone
inVENTer Connect (Connect inner cover) Connect inner cover
operating voltage Installation cable 230 V AC, e. g.: NYM-J 3×1.5 mm² House

distribution, ventilation sub-distribution
Unit communication (only if the system compo- nents communicate by cable [otherwise radio])| RS485 data cable, e. g.: Type J-Y(ST)Y 2x2x0.8 mm²| Easy Connect e16 operating device

Principle sketches for cable laying

The corresponding connection diagrams and assembly steps for installing the controller are not part of this documentation! They can be found in the installation instructions for the respective control device.

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4.4 Installing the wall sleeve

Measuring tape, angle grinder, spirit level, non-pressing 2K polyurethane foam, cutter, mounting wedge set and styrofoam discs

Requirements:

  • The wall opening Ø 225 mm is finished.
  • The cables to the wall opening of the ventilation device have been laid.
    ► Determine the exact wall thickness X:
    D = Exterior rendering, incl. other superstructures if applicable.
    C = Insulation, if applicable incl. air gap
    B = Masonry, incl. relining if applicable
    A = Interior plaster
    Y = Protrusion of the wall sleeve in the outer area (depending on the installation situation exterior rendering or masonry)

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► Remove the styrofoam discs from the wall sleeve.
► Insert the wall sleeve into the wall opening so it is flush with the interior wall.
Note the thickness of the plaster.
The recess for the connecting cables is located on the interior wall side and near the cables laid to the wall opening.
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controllers2 ► Guide all connecting cables through the cut-out in the wall sleeve.
NOTICE: Accumulation of condensation water in the wall sleeve.
Damage to exterior wall and masonry and the building structure!

  • Attach the wall sleeve with a slope of 1° to 2° to the exterior wall.
    ► Attach the wall sleeve inside and outside with the mounting wedges so that there is a slope of 1 – 2° to the exterior wall.
    ► Check the angle of the wall sleeve using a spirit level.

NOTICE: Contamination of the wall sleeve and the fixing elements, e. g. by plaster residues, leads to damage to the sound insulation lining made of Inventin!

  • Before foaming the free space between the wall sleeve and masonry, insert styrofoam discs.
  • Do not remove the thread locks of the fixing elements until the inner cover is attached.
    ► Align the two lateral fastening elements of the wall sleeve horizontally.

► Insert the styrofoam discs into the wall sleeve from the inside and outside.

NOTICE: Interruption of the thermal insulation composite system. Damage to the building structure!

  • During installation, replace the wall structure as far as the wall sleeve and if necessary guide the housing (flush-mounted inner covers) towards it.
  • Observe the necessary barrier levels.

► Foam-seal the gap between the wall sleeve and masonry all the way around with non-pressing 2K polyurethane foam.
NOTICE: Connect / Undercover inner covers: Leave a 30 mm gap behind the interior wall edge of the wall sleeve, otherwise the housing can no longer be inserted.
Depending on the inner cover to be used, cut off the excess, hardened mounting foam and protruding mounting wedges as follows:

Flair Zero:

  • Flush with the interior wall,
  • Flush with the exterior wall

Connect AP:

  • 30 mm behind the interior wall edge of the wall sleeve (gap)
  • Flush with the exterior wall

Connect UP/ Undercover:

  • 30 mm behind the interior wall edge of the wall sleeve (gap)
  • Flush with the exterior wall

  Take care not to damage the connecting cable on the interior wall.
⇒ The wall sleeve is installed.
4.5 Installing the ventilation device’s external termination
The assembly of the external termination variants is not part of this documentation!
It can be found in the installation instructions for the respective external termination.

NOTICE
Installing on an unfinished exterior wall leads to damage to the exterior wall!

  • Only install the external termination once the exterior wall is finished and has fully dried.

NOTICE
Penetration of condensation water and/or algae accumulation around the external termination leads to damage to the masonry/exterior wall and/or discolouration of the façade!

  • Secure sealing tape all the way around the weather protection hood before installing the external termination.
  • Before installation, carry out a biocidal pre-treatment/water-repellent pre-treatment of the surface around the weather protection hood (consult your planner regarding this!).

Installing the Flex Zero weather protection hood

Spirit level, pen, power drill with Ø 8mm drill bit, cordless screwdriver, rawl plugs (wallplugs for insulation for insulated exterior walls), permanently elastic external sealant, sealing tape, screws

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Requirements:

  • The exterior wall is completed and even.
  • The wall sleeve is installed.
    ► Remove the styrofoam discs from the wall sleeve on the exterior wall side.
    ► Slide the base plate onto the projecting wall sleeve.
    The protective grid is directed towards the floor.
    ► Level the base plate using a spirit level.
    ► Mark the four boreholes:
    Outer boreholes (blue arrow): Masonry.
    Inner boreholes (green arrow): Simplex.
    ► Drill the four holes with Ø 8 mm, min. 50 mm deep.

TIP: Do not apply the sealing tape until immediately before installing the base plate.
This prevents the sealing tape from swelling too much and makes installation easier.

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► From the exterior wall side, attach the 9-mm sealing tape circumferentially flush with the guide on the base plate.
Do not seal the fixing holes!
► Insert the rawl plugs into the boreholes.
► Screw the base plate into the rawl plugs using 4 screws and washers.
TIP: When attaching the base plate to exterior walls with insulation or when using the wall installation block/Simplex wall installation system, use wallplugs for insulation for fixing purposes. These are not included in the scope of supply, they are available as an option.
NOTICE: If the joint between the base plate and the exterior wall is incorrectly sealed, the cover cannot be fitted.

  • Seal only the upper joint between the base plate and the exterior wall.
    ► Seal the upper joint between the base plate and the exterior wall with a permanently elastic exterior sealant.
    ► Place the cover onto the base plate from the top.
    ► Slide the cover downwards as far as the stop.
    The guides on the cover hook in behind the base plate.

⇒  The Flex Zero weather protection hood is installed.
4.6 Inserting the thermal accumulator insert
Inserting the sound insulation lining

NOTICE: The sound insulation lining is made from Inventin, a high- performing, patented material for use in decentralised ventilation devices. It absorbs sound waves from outside and from the device itself (sound transmission and inherent sound). Inventin is a sensitive material.

  • To safeguard its sound-insulating function, handle the lining with care.

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Requirements:

  • The external termination is fitted.
    ► Remove the styrofoam disc from the wall sleeve.
    ► Place the front surfaces of the sound insulation lining against each other (standard) or around the inner ring of the ring insert (Corner | Nordic, dashed line).

  • The coated side faces inwards.

  • The abutting surfaces, where present, are located on a cut-out in the ring insert.
    ► Push the sound insulation lining with light tension into the wall sleeve until it stops (any ring insert present is aligned with the exterior wall).
    Position the abutting surfaces (red arrow) in the upper section of the wall sleeve (approx. 12 o’clock [upper fastening element]).

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NOTICE
Do not store/stack the thermal accumulator insert outside the wall sleeve as doing so will damage the thermal accumulator’s ceramic.

  • Insert the thermal accumulator immediately after removing it from the packaging.

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Requirements:

  • The external termination is fitted.

  • The sound insulation lining is inserted.
    ► Insert the thermal accumulator from the interior into the lined wall sleeve.

  • The handle points towards the interior.

  • The connecting cables protrude into the interior.
    ► Carefully push the thermal accumulator towards the external termination until it stops.
    Take care not to damage the sound insulation lining made from Inventin.
    ► Insert the inVENTron from the interior into the wall sleeve so that you can reach the BUS plug connection.
    The narrow Slim guiding vane [16 mm] is aligned towards the interior.
    ⇒ The thermal accumulator insert has been inserted.

4.7 Installing the inner cover base plate
The assembly of any interior termination variants is not part of this documentation!
It can be found in the separate installation instructions for the respective component.
Preparing for installation:
The correct installation of the inner cover requires that the installation position of the base plate (installation position arrow pointing upwards) is not changed.
To ensure that, even in the event of a different cable routing, correct connection of the reversible fan is possible, the position of the inner cover insert can be modified by clipping it in (e. g. top right cable connection).
The insert for the Flair Zero inner cover is pre-assembled at the factory so that the cable entry is located at the bottom left when it is being attached.
If the cable is long enough, it can optionally be laid between the ring insert and the sound insulation lining to the cable entry.
Before installation, check whether any adjustment of the inner cover insert needs to be made.
If necessary, change the position of the cable entry so that it matches the conditions of the installation location:
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► Rotate the insert by 90° in each case until the positions of the cable entry and connecting cable match.
Bottom left cable entry = position ex works
► Clip the Flair Zero insert into the base plate so that

  • The position arrow on the base plate is pointing upwards, and
  • The positions of the cable entry and connecting cable match.

⇒ The inner cover base plate is prepared.
Spirit level, pencil, hex key

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Requirements:

  • The thermal accumulator insert has been installed.
    ► Remove the thread locks from the fixing elements of the wall sleeve.
    ► Lay the connecting cable from behind through the cable entry of the prepared base plate.
    NOTICE: If the base plate of the inner cover is twisted, the inner cover panel cannot be fitted correctly!

  • The position arrow on the inner cover base plate must always point upwards.
    ► Screw the base plate to the wall sleeve’s fixing elements using a hex key.
    The position arrow on the base plate points upwards.
    ⇒ The inner cover base plate is fitted.

4.8 Electrical connection of the reversible fan
The function of the iV14-Zero ventilation system requires the simultaneous operation of two iV14-Zero ventilation devices in push-pull mode. This section therefore describes the connection of a pair of devices, not a single device.
NOTICE
Incorrect electrical connection will damage the fan motor!

  • Always connect the ventilation device to the mains supply via a controller.
  • Ensure the correct sequence of the wire colours so that the fans start.

Stripping tool, screwdriver, blade, wire end ferrules (3 x 0.75 mm²)

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Requirements:

  • The reversible fan is inserted into the wall sleeve.

  • The base plate or inner cover holding plate is fitted.
    ► Shorten the controller connecting cable, 3-wire, to your determined wall thickness minus 200 mm.
    ► Remove the cable sheath from the controller connecting cable.
    NOTICE: Using the wrong wire end ferrules to connect the cables in the plugin connector will lead to a short circuit in the fan BUS!

  • Use wire ferrules with collars to connect the wire strands.
    ► Press wire end ferrules onto the cables, cable cross-section 0.75 mm².
    ► Loosen the plug connections on the reversible fans of the two ventilation devices.
    ► Align the plug connectors on the ventilation devices so that the clamping screws on both are facing in the same direction (e.g. upwards).

In paired operation, one reversible fan starts in extract air mode, the other in supply air mode. This start direction is determined by the different connection sequence of the three fan BUS cables in the plug-in connector.

► Secure the three fan BUS cables (controller connecting cables) in the plug- in connector:
Pair one with starting direction with exhaust air and the other with starting direction supply air
Exhaust air mode:

  • (White) cable DIR1 (III) in the left pole.
  • (Green) cable VOUT+ (IV) in the middle pole.
  • (Brown) cable DIR2 (V) in the right pole.

Supply air mode:

  • (Brown) cable DIR2 (V) in the left pole.
  • (Green) cable VOUT+ (IV) in the middle pole.
  • (White) cable DIR1 (III) in the right pole.

► Reconnect the connected plug-in connector to the plug-in connector on the reversible fan.
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  • The clamping screws of the plug connection are directed to the same side.
  • The connections of the white and brown cable are swapped.
  1. Fan cable [to the fan]
  2. Plug-in connector on the fan cable
  3. Plug-in connector on the controller cable
  4. Fan BUS [to controller]
  5. Clamping screws on the controller plug-in connector
  6. Clamping screws on the fan plug-in connector
    Plug-in connector on the fan cable| Plug-in connector (cable coming from controller)
    ---|---
    Start direction extract air| Start direction supply air
    Terminal block| Colour| Terminal block| Meaning| Colour| Terminal block| Meaning| Colour
    CW| Blue| DIR1 (III)| Signal direction 1| White| DIR2 (V)| Signal direction 1| Brown
    VIN+| Red| VOUT+ (IV)| Operating voltage| Green| VOUT+ (IV)| Operating voltage| Green
    CCW| Black| DIR2 (V)| Signal direction 2| Brown| DIR1 (III)| Signal direction 2| White

⇒ The reversible fan is connected to the controller.
4.9 Check function and complete fan installation

► Set unidirectional ventilation operating mode (DL – through ventilation) on the connected controller (see the controller’s installation and operating instructions).
► Make sure that all reversible fans rotate in the direction appropriate to their connections.

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⇒ inVENTron is connected and installed
4.10 Installing the inner cover panel
The assembly of any interior termination variants is not part of this documentation!
It can be found in the separate installation instructions for the respective component.

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Requirements:

  • The thermal accumulator insert has been installed.
    Ensure you install the dust filter properly to avoid a malfunction of the ventilation device.

► Insert the dust filter into the base plate.

  • Push the filter ring firmly between the fixing tabs and the inner edge of the base plate.
  • The tab on the filter ring faces the inside and is located in the cut-out provided in the base plate.

► Place the panel on the four spacers.
The position arrows on the back of the inner cover panel point upwards.
Check: The inVENTer logo is located at the bottom right.
► Press the locking lugs inwards on the spacers.
► Slide the inner cover panel onto the spacers.
⇒  All spacers noticeably snap in.
⇒  The inner cover is fitted.

Technical data

5.1 General specifications

Feature Value
Operating range [°C] -20 – 50
Minimum wall thickness [mm] 255
Extract air/outdoor air Free from aggressive gases, dust and oils
Flow rate in reversed mode [m³/h] 8.5 – 29
Extract airflow [m³/h] (EN 13141-8) 17 – 58
Sound pressure level, distance 2 m [dB (A)] 10 – 31 [with Flair Zero inner

cover] 9 – 29 [with Connect inner cover]
Standard sound level difference [dB]| Standard: 48 – 56
Thermal efficiency of heat recovery (η’w)| 0.87
Input voltage [V DC]| 6 – 16
Power consumption [W]| 1 – 3
Specific fan power input [W/(m³/h)]| 0.15
Protection class (EN 61140)| III
Type of protection (EN 60529)| IP20
Standard filter filter class
ISO 16890
EN 779:2012| ISO Coarse 60% G4
Sensitivity of the air flow at ± 20 Pa (EN 13141-8)| S3
Electrical protection area (in accordance with VDE 0100)| Outside protection areas 0 – 2
Frost protection| Automatic by reversing operation (down to -20 °C)
Conformity|


5.2 iV14-Zero energy label according to ErP Directive, Regulation 1254/2014

On the energy label you will find the following information from the product data sheet:

  • Energy efficiency class (SEC class)
  • Sound power level Lwa
  • Maximum air flow (supply air)

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5.3 Specifications according to ErP Directive, Regulation 1254/2014
iV14-Zero ventilation device, demand-controlled:

iV14-Zero product data sheet according to EU Ordinance 1254/2014 dated 11 July 2014

Pt| Description| Values
a| Supplier| inVENTer GmbH
b| Model identifier| iV14-Zero iV14-Zero Corner iV14-Zero Nordic
c| SEC class / Specific Energy Consumption (SEC) [kWh/(m²a)]| Cold|  | -88.068
Average| A+| -43.952
Warm|  | -18.678
d| Ventilation type| BVU
e| Type of drive| 2
f| Type of heat recovery system| Regenerative
g| Degree of temperature change ƞt [%]| 87
h| Maximum air flow rate [m³/h]| 58
i| Electrical input power (incl. control) [W]| 6
j| Sound power level Lwa [dB (A)]| 39
k| Reference air flow [m³/h]| 42
l| Reference pressure difference [Pa]| 0
m| SEL [W/m³/h]| 0.15
n| Control factor| 0.65
o| Internal and external transfer [%]| n. a.
p| Mixing quota [%]| n. a.
q| Position and description of the indicator for filter change| Control device


r

| Instructions regarding controllable supply and extract air grilles on the façade (unidirectional ventilation devices only)| ****

None

s| Internet address| www.inventer.de
t| Sensitivity to pressure changes [%]| 29.4
u| Airtightness between interior and exterior [m3/h]| 6.3
v| Annual power consumption [kWh/(m²a)]| 0.87
w|

Annual savings Heating energy [kWh/(m²a)]

| Cold| 90.25
Average| 46.13
Warm| 20.86
iV14-Zero product data sheet according to EU Ordinance 1254/2014 dated 11 July 2014

Pt| Description| Values
a| Supplier| inVENTer GmbH
b| Model identifier| iV14-Zero iV14-Zero Corner iV14-Zero Nordic
c| SEC class / Specific Energy Con- sumption (SEC) [kWh/(m²a)]| Cold|  | -82.062
Average| A| -39.422
Warm|  | -14.995
d| Ventilation type| BVU
e| Type of drive| 2
f| Type of heat recovery system| Regenerative
g| Degree of temperature change ƞt [%]| 87
h| Maximum air flow rate [m³/h]| 58
i| Electrical input power (incl. control) [W]| 6
j| Sound power level Lwa [dB (A)]| 39
k| Reference air flow [m³/h]| 42
l| Reference pressure difference [Pa]| 0
m| SEL [W/m³/h]| 0.15
n| Control factor| 1
o| Internal and external transfer [%]| n. a.
p| Mixing quota [%]| n. a.
q| Position and description of the indicator for filter change| Control device
r| Instructions regarding controllable supply and extract air grilles on the façade (unidirectional ventilation devices only)| None
s| Internet address| www.inventer.de
t| Sensitivity to pressure changes [%]| 29.4
u| Airtightness between interior and exterior [m3/h]| 6.3
v| Annual power consumption [kWh/(m²a)]| 2.07


w

| ****

Annual savings Heating energy [kWh/(m²a)]

| Cold| 87.23
Average| 44.59
Warm| 20.16

Scope of supply

Standard components
All standard components are also available as spare parts. Further accessories and spare parts can be found in the separate accessories overview.
Contact your local distributor to order components for your ventilation system.

Component Item number
iV14-Zero 1001-0185
iV14-Zero Corner 1001-0188
iV14-Zero Nordic 1001-0226

Standard variant external termination2): Weather protection hood including sealing tapes
Flex-Zero weather protection hood, white ‒ RAL 9016| 1508-0162 | 1508-01751)
Flex-Zero weather protection hood, grey ‒ RAL 9006| 1508-0163 | 1508-01761)
Flex-Zero weather protection hood, Nord ‒ RAL 7011| 1508-0164
Flex-Zero weather protection hood, anthracite ‒ RAL 7016| 1508-0165 | 1508-01771)
Flex-Zero weather protection hood, custom colour| 1508-0166 | 1508-01781)
Wall sleeve with Styrofoam discs and mounting wedges
Wall sleeve R-D200x495| 1506-0070
Wall sleeve R-D200x745| 1506-0071
Thermal accumulator insert
iV14-Zero thermal accumulator insert [incl. Inventin 495 mm]| 1507-0018
iV14-Zero thermal accumulator insert [incl. Inventin 745 mm]| 1507-0019
iV14-Zero Corner/Nordic thermal accumulator insert [incl. Inventin 495 mm]| 1507-0025
iV14-Zero Corner/Nordic thermal accumulator insert [incl. Inventin 745 mm]| 1507-0026
Inner cover3)
Flair Zero V-233×233 inner cover, white, incl. SDE| 1505-0038

  1. Special variant: consisting of aluminium, with increased salt resistance
  2. Item numbers of the external termination variants in the separate installation instructions of the respective external termination
  3. In connection with the Connect controller platform, the inner cover is not part of the scope of delivery. The Connect inner cover is ordered as part of the Connect controller platform and replaces the Flair Zero or Undercover manual inner cover.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause Remedy
**** Fan failure No electrical power. Check fuse.
**** Installation error. Check wiring for correct polarity. Check all

connectors for correct fit. Check the use of wire ferrules.
Fan defective.| Replace fan.
Controller/power supply defective.| Switching controller/power supply.
Fan does not switch off.| Faulty controller.| Replace controller.
Low flow rate| Panel closed.| Open panel.
Fans are not operating in paired mode.| Connect the first fan in extract air mode and the second fan in supply air mode.
The rotational speed of the fan is too low.| Increase the output level.
Noises| Foreign body in the fan.| Remove foreign body from the fan. Clean the ventilation device.
Thermal accumulator is not correctly positioned in the wall sleeve.| Slide the thermal accumulator out of the wall sleeve. Insert it again. Slide the thermal accumulator into the wall sleeve as far as the end-stop tape.
The rotational speed of the fan is very high.| Set a lower output level on the controller.
Supply air is cold| Installation error.| Make sure that the device label on the Xenion fan is directed towards the thermal accumulator.
Check the connector plug on the control- ler. The connector plug must be sitting firmly in the connector housing.
The controller is operating in ventilation mode.| Select heat recovery mode on the controller.

Warranty and guarantee

Warranty

Outside Germany, the national warranty provisions of the country in which the system is sold apply. Please contact the distributor for your country.
The warranty covers all defects that were present at the time of purchase. Failure to observe the intended use will invalidate all warranty claims.
Manufacturer guarantee
inVENTer GmbH provides a five-year warranty for all electrical components and the wall sleeve, as well as a 30-year warranty on the ceramic component of the thermal accumulator.
This covers premature product wear.
Further information about the warranty is available at www.inventer.eu/guarantee

Service

Claims
Check the delivery for completeness and transport damage upon receipt using the delivery note.
Report missing items immediately, and at the latest within 14 days to your supplier, distributor or factory representative.
Warranty and guarantee claims
In the case of a warranty or guarantee claim, contact your local distributor or factory representative.
In all cases, please return the complete device to the manufacturer.
The warranty is an additional offering by the manufacturer and in no way affects the applicable law.
Accessories and spare parts
To order components for your ventilation device, contact your nearest distributor or our service staff.
Technical customer service
For technical support contact our service staff:

+49 (0) 36427 211-0
+49 (0) 36427 211-113
info@inventer.de
www.inventer.eu

inVENTer GmbH
Ortsstraße 4a
D-07751 Löberschütz
Germany
www.inventer.eu
Subject to modifications.
We accept no liability for printing errors.
Item number: 5001-0040
Version: 2.1 – 03/2024

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