BLAUBERG Ventilation KOMFORT EC DBE 300 Heat and Energy Recovery Air Handling Unit User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- BLAUBERG Ventilation
Table of Contents
- SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- PURPOSE
- DELIVERY SET
- DESIGNATION KEY
- TECHNICAL DATA
- KOMFORT EC DBE 300
- Dimensions [mm]
- MOUNTING AND SET-UP
- CONNECTION TO POWER MAINS
- S21 EXTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM
- TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS
- MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
- CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE
- SELLER INFORMATION
- INSTALLATION CERTIFICATE
- WARRANTY CARD
- CUSTOMER SUPPORT
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BLAUBERG Ventilation KOMFORT EC DBE 300 Heat and Energy Recovery Air Handling Unit
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
All user’s manual requirements as well as the provisions of all the applicable local and national construction, electrical, and technical norms and standards must be observed when installing and operating the unit. Disconnect the unit from the power supply prior to any connection, servicing, maintenance, and repair operations.
Only qualified electricians with a work permit for electrical units up to
1000 V are allowed for installation. The present user’s manual should be
carefully read before beginning works.
Check the unit for any visible damage of the impeller, the casing, and the
grille before starting installation. The casing internals must be free of any
foreign objects that can damage the impeller blades.
While mounting the unit, avoid compression of the casing! Deformation of the
casing may result in motor jam and excessive noise.
Misuse of the unit and any unauthorized modifications are not allowed.
Do not expose the unit to adverse atmospheric agents (rain, sun, etc.).
Transported air must not contain any dust or other solid impurities, sticky
substances, or fibrous materials.
Do not use the unit in a hazardous or explosive environment containing
spirits, gasoline, insecticides, etc.
Do not close or block the intake or extract vents in order to ensure the
efficient air flow.
Do not sit on the unit and do not put objects on it.
The information in this user’s manual was correct at the time of the
document’s preparation.
The Company reserves the right to modify the technical characteristics,
design, or configuration of its products at any time in order to incorporate
the latest technological developments.
Never touch the unit with wet or damp hands.
Never touch the unit when barefoot.
This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
unit by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the unit. Connection to the mains must be
made through a disconnecting device, which is integrated into the fixed wiring
system in accordance with the wiring rules for design of electrical units, and
has a contact separation in all poles that allows for full disconnection under
overvoltage category III conditions.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a safety
hazard.
CAUTION: In order to avoid a safety hazard due to inadvertent resetting
of the thermal cutout, this unit must not be supplied through an external
switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly
switched on and off by the utility.
Ensure that the unit is switched off from the supply mains before removing the
guard.
WARNING: If there are any unusual oscillating movements, immediately stop
using the unit and contact the manufacturer, its service agent or suitably
qualified persons. The replacement of parts of the safety suspension system
device shall be performed by the manufacturer, its service agent or suitably
qualified persons.
Fixing means for attachment to the ceiling such as hooks or other devices
shall be fixed with a
sufficient strength to withstand 4 times the weight of the appliance. The
mounting of the suspension system shall be performed by the manufacturer, its
service agent or suitably qualified persons.
The appliance is to be installed so that the blades are more than 2.3m above
the floor. Precautions must be taken to avoid the back-flow of gases into the
room from the open flue of gas or other fuel-burning appliances.
| THE PRODUCT MUST BE DISPOSED SEPARATELY AT THE END OF ITS SERVICE LIFE.
DO NOT DISPOSE THE UNIT AS UNSORTED DOMESTIC WASTE.
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PURPOSE
The unit is designed to ensure continuous mechanical air exchange in houses,
offices, hotels, cafes, conference halls, and other utility and public spaces
as well as to recover the heat energy contained in the air extracted from the
premises to warm up the filtered stream of intake air.
The unit is not intended for organizing ventilation in swimming pools, saunas,
greenhouses, summer gardens, and other spaces with high humidity.
Due to the ability to save heating energy by means of energy recovery, the
unit is an important element of energy-efficient premises.
The unit is a component part and is not designed for stand-alone operation. It
is rated for continuous operation.
Transported air must not contain any flammable or explosive mixtures,
evaporation of chemicals, sticky substances, fibrous materials, coarse dust,
soot and oil particles or environments favourable for the formation of
hazardous substances (toxic substances, dust, pathogenic germs).
| THE UNIT SHOULD NOT BE OPERATED BY CHILDREN OR PERSONS WITH REDUCED
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, OR SENSORY CAPACITIES, OR THOSE WITHOUT THE APPROPRIATE
TRAINING. THE UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED ONLY BY PROPERLY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL AFTER THE APPROPRIATE BRIEFING. THE CHOICE OF UNIT INSTALLATION
LOCATION MUST PREVENT UNAUTHORISED ACCESS BY UNATTENDED CHILDREN.
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DELIVERY SET
Name | Number |
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Unit | 1 pc. |
User’s manual | 1 pc. |
Packing box | 1 pc. |
DESIGNATION KEY
TECHNICAL DATA
The unit is designed for indoor application with the ambient temperature
ranging from +1 °C up to +40 °C and relative humidity up to 60 % without
condensation. In cold, damp rooms, there is a possibility of freezing or
condensation inside and outside the casing. In order to prevent condensation
on the internal walls of the unit, it is necessary that the surface
temperature of the casing is 2-3 °C above the dew point temperature of the
transported air.
The unit should be operated continuously, and in cases where ventilation is
not necessary, reduce the air flow of the fans to a minimum (20%). This will
ensure a favorable indoor climate and reduce the amount of condensation inside
the unit, which can damage electronic components. Never use the unit for
dehumidification, for example, of new buildings.
The unit is rated as a Class I electrical appliance.
Hazardous parts access and water ingress protection rating:
IP22 for the unit connected to the air ducts
IP44 for the unit motors
The unit design is constantly being improved, thus some models may be slightly
different from those described in this manual.
TECHNICAL DATA
MODEL
| KOMFORT EC DBE 300/300-E| KOMFORT EC DBE 550/550-E| KOMFORT EC
DBE 900/900-E
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Voltage [V/50 (60) Hz]| 1~ 230
Maximum fan power [W]| 180| 297| 442
Power of the integrated electric heater [W]| 1500| 2000| 3300
Maximum air flow [W]| 1680| 2297| 3742
Maximum unit current without a heater [A]| 1,4| 2,4| 3,1
Current of the integrated electric heater [A]| 6,5| 8,7| 14,3
Maximum current of the unit with an electric heater [A]| 7,9| 11,1| 17,4
Air flow [m3/h]| 340| 620| 1030
Rotation speed [min-1]| 3270| 3100| 2720
Noise level, 3 m [dBA]| 27| 30| 33
Transported air temperature [°C]| -25…+40
Casing material| Aluzinc
Insulation, mineral wool [mm]| 20
Filtering class of the extract filter| G4
Filtering class of the supply filter| G4 (optional – F7)
Connecting air duct diameter [mm]| 160| 200| 250
Weight [kg]| 44| 67| 111
Heat recovery efficiency [%]| 72…90/69…87| 78…90/69…87| 75…88/69…85
Heat exchanger type| Counter-flow
Heat exchanger material| Polystyrene/Enthalpy
SEC class| A| A| A
- Energy recovery units are equipped with an enthalpy heat exchanger, which does not require condensate drainage.
KOMFORT EC DBE 300
KOMFORT EC DBE 550
KOMFORT EC DBE 900
Dimensions [mm]
Model | Ø D | В | В1 | В2 | ВЗ | В4 | В5 | H | H1 | L | L1 | Ø d |
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KOMFORT EC DBE 300 | 160 | 485 | 415 | 555 | 135 | 214 | 577 | 281 | 129 | 1238 | ||
1290 | 9 | |||||||||||
KOMFORT EC DBE 550 | 200 | 827 | 622 | 713 | 188 | 345 | 960 | 280 | 120 | 1238 | ||
1290 | 9 | |||||||||||
KOMFORT EC DBE 900 | 250 | 1351 | 607 | 607 | 522 | 607 | 1483 | 318 | 143 | 1349 | ||
1402 | 9 |
Dimensions [mm]
The unit operates as follows:
Warm stale extract air from the room flows through the air ducts to the unit,
where it is filtered, then air flows through the heat exchanger and is
exhausted outside by the extract fan through the air ducts.
Clean cold air from outside is moved by the supply fan to the unit, where from
it is directed to the supply filter. Then filtered air flows
through the heat exchanger and moves to the room through the air ducts.
Heat energy of warm extract air is transferred to clean intake fresh air from
outside and warms it up.
Heat recovery minimizes thermal energy losses, energy demand and operating
costs for air heating accordingly.
The unit is equipped with a detachable service panel for repair works and
preventive maintenance and a cover enabling access to the control system
components.
OPERATING LOGIC
The unit comprises a supply and an extract centrifugal single-inlet fan with
forward curved blades and maintenance-free EC motors with external rotor and
built-in overheat protection, a plate counter-flow heat exchanger and an
electric heater.
The supply G4 filter cleans supply air flow and prevents contamination of the
unit parts.
The extract G4 filter prevents contamination of the unit components.
Some condensate may be generated during heat recovery.
The condensed fluid is collected in the drain pan and is removed from the unit
through the drain hoses.
UNIT DESIGN
MOUNTING AND SET-UP
While mounting the unit provide enough space for its servicing and maintenance.
Type | KOMFORT EC DBE 300 | KOMFORT EC DBE 550 | KOMFORT EC DBE 900 |
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min A [mm] | 500 | 850 | 800 |
UNIT MOUNTING
The unit is designed for suspended mounting by means of the threaded rod fixed in the threaded dowel.
To attain the best performance of the unit and to minimize turbulence-induced air pressure losses, while mounting connect a straight air duct section on both sides of the unit.
Minimum straight air duct length:
- equal to 1 air duct diameter on intake side.
- equal to 3 air duct diameters on outlet side.
the spigots with a protecting grille or other protecting device with mesh width not more than 12.5 mm to prevent uncontrollable access to the fans.
| READ THE USER’S MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT.
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The unit is available with the service side located on the left and on the right of the unit to facilitate mounting and provide minimum service access.
Safety precautions
The unit is designed for mounting on a rigid and stable structure.
The unit is mounted with anchor bolts. Make sure that a mounting construction
has sufficient load capacity matching the unit weight. Otherwise reinforce the
installation place by beams, etc. If the threaded bolts used for the unit
mounting are too short, the unit can generate abnormal noise and resonate with
the ceiling. The suspended bolts must be long enough to prevent resonating. If
the unit connection place to the spiral seam duct is supposed to be the source
of abnormal noise, replace the spiral seam air duct with the flexible one.
Optionally the flexible connectors may be used to prevent resonating.
CONDENSATE DRAINAGE
The condensate drain pan in the heat recovery section is equipped with two
hoses for extracting the condensed fluid outside the unit. Connect the pipe,
U-trap (not included in the delivery set) and sewage collection system with
metal, plastic or rubber connecting pipes. The pipe slope downwards must be at
least 3°. Fill up the system with water before connecting the unit to power
mains!
The U-trap must always be filled with water during the unit operation. Make
sure that the water flows freely into the sewage collection system or
otherwise condensed water may build up in the unit during the heat exchanger
operation and cause equipment failure and condensed water outflow into the
premises. The condensate drainage system is designed for normal operation in
premises with air temperatures above 0 °C. If the expected ambient air
temperatures are below 0 °C, the condensate drainage system must be equipped
with heat insulation and pre-heating facilities.
For models with energy recovery, no condensate drainage is required as they
are equipped with an enthalpy heat exchanger.
CONNECTION TO POWER MAINS
| DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER MAINS PRIOR TO ANY OPERATIONS. THE UNIT
MUST BE CONNECTED TO POWER MAINS BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. THE RATED
ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS OF THE UNIT ARE GIVEN ON THE MANUFACTURER’S LABEL.
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| ANY TAMPERING WITH THE INTERNAL CONNECTIONS IS PROHIBITED
AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
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The unit is rated for connection to single-phase AC 230 V/50 (60) Hz power
mains. For electric installations use insulated durable heat resistant
conductors (cables, wires) with the minimum wire cross section 2.5 mm2.
The above conductor cross section value is tentative and in practice must be
based on the wire type, maximum permissible heating temperature, insulation,
length and installation method.
Connect the unit to power mains through the external automatic circuit breaker
with magnetic trip integrated into the fixed wiring system with the rated
current not below the rated current consumption.
The terminal block with the prewired control unit is located inside the
control unit compartment.
To connect the power and the ground cable, route the cables through the
airtight electric lead-in in the unit casing and connect these to the
terminal block. The wiring diagram for connection of the air handling unit to
power supply is on the back side of the lid.
S21 EXTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM
Design | Name | Type | **Wire***** | Note |
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SМ1* | Supply air damper actuator | NO | 2 x 0.75 mm2 | 3 A, 30VDC/~250 AC |
SМ2 * | Extract air damper actuator | NO | 2 x 0.75 mm2 | 3 A, 30VDC/~250 AC |
РК1* | Contact from fire alarm panel | NC | 2 x 0.75 mm2 | remove jumper |
CCU* | Cooler control | NO | 2 x 0.75 mm2 | 3 A, 30VDC/~250 AC |
Р1* | External control panel | 4 x 0.25 mm2 | ||
Boost* | Boost mode On/Off contacts | NO | 2 x 0.75 mm2 | |
CO2* | External CO2 sensor | 3 x 0.25 mm2 |
- Is not included in the delivery set.
- The supply voltage U of the SM1, SM2 external dampers is selected depending on the type of dampers.
- Maximum connecting cable length is 20 m.
Output parameters: terminals 12-17 – 3 A, 30VDC/~250VAC (“dry contact”).
— ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD!
TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE
| DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS!
MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER MAINS BEFORE REMOVING THE
PROTECTION
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The recommended maintenance periodicity is 3-4 times per year.
The maintenance and servicing routines include regular cleaning and the
following operations:
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Filter maintenance (3-4 times per year).
Dirty filters increase air resistance in the system and reduce supply air volume. Clean the filters as these get dirty, but at least 3-4 times a year. The filter can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner or replaced with a new one. New filters can be purchased from the unit seller. -
Heat exchanger maintenance (once a year).
Even regular filter technical maintenance may not completely prevent dirt accumulation on the heat exchanger.
To maintain high heat recovery efficiency, regular cleaning is required. To clean the heat exchanger, remove it from the unit and clean it with compressed air or a vacuum cleaner. In case of heavy soiling, the heat exchanger can be washed with water. Then install the heat exchanger back to the unit. -
Fan inspection (once a year).
Even regular technical maintenance of the filters and the heat exchanger may not completely prevent dust accumulation in the fans which reduces the fan capacity and impairs supply air volume into the premises. The fans must be cleaned by a service technician. -
Condensate drain maintenance (4 times a year).
The drain pipes may get clogged with the extracted particles. Pour some water inside the drain pan and check the pipe for clogging. Clean the U-trap and drain pipe if required. -
Air intake maintenance (twice a year).
Leaves and other pollutions can clog the supply air grille and reduce the unit performance and supply air volume. Check the supply grille twice per year and clean it as required. -
Duct system maintenance (every 5 years).
Even regular fulfilling of all the prescribed above maintenance operations may not completely prevent dust accumulation in the air ducts which reduces the air quality and the unit performance. The air duct maintenance includes regular cleaning or replacement.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| IF UNIDENTIFIED NOISES OR ODOURS SHOULD ARISE AND IN CASE OF DEFORMATION
OF ELEMENTS, VIBRATION, TERMINATION OF AIR SUPPLY/EXTRACTION OR REDUCED SYSTEM
PERFORMANCE, IMMEDIATELY DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY AND CONTACT THE
SELLER FOR THE VENTILATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS DIAGNOSTICS MUST BE CARRIED OUT
BY QUALIFIED SPECIALISTS
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POSSIBLE FAULTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem | Possible reasons | Troubleshooting |
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The fan (-s) does (do) not start up during the unit start-up.
| No power supply.| Make sure the unit is properly connected to power mains, otherwise troubleshoot a connection error.
The mode is set in which the fans are off.
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Change the operating mode using the control panel.
Low air flow.
| Low set fan speed.| Set higher speed.
The filters, the fans or the heat exchanger are contaminated.| Clean or
replace the filters, clean the fans and the heat exchanger.
The elements of the ventilation system (air ducts, diffusers, louver shutters,
grilles) are soiled, damaged or closed.| Clean or replace the ventilation
system elements (air ducts, diffusers, louver shutters, grilles).
Low supply air temperature.| The extract filter is soiled.| Clean or replace
the extract filter.
High noise, vibration.
| The fan or casing screw connection is loose.| Tighten the screw connection
of the fans or the casing against stop.
No anti-vibration dampers on the spigots.| Install anti-vibration rubber
mounts.
Water leakage (only in heat recovery units)| ****
The drain line is clogged, damaged or mounted wrong.
| Clean the drain line, if necessary. Check the drain line slant, inspect the U-trap and make sure the drain line is equipped with frost protection.
If the troubleshooting steps are unsuccessful, contact the service
department or the seller of the product.
In the event of malfunctions not described in the table, contact the
service department or the seller of the product.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS
- Store the unit in the manufacturer’s original packaging box in a dry closed ventilated premise with temperature range +5 ˚C…+40 ˚C and relative humidity up to 70 %.
- Storage environment must not contain aggressive vapors and chemical mixtures provoking corrosion, insulation, and sealing deformation.
- Use suitable hoist machinery for handling and storage operations to prevent possible damage to the unit.
- Follow the handling requirements applicable for the particular type of cargo.
- The unit can be carried in the original packaging by any mode of transport provided proper protection against precipitation and mechanical damage. The unit must be transported only in the working position.
- Avoid sharp blows, scratches, or rough handling during loading and unloading.
- Prior to the initial power-up after transportation at low temperatures, allow the unit to warm up at operating temperature for at least 3-4 hours.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
The product is in compliance with EU norms and standards on low voltage
guidelines and electromagnetic compatibility. We hereby declare that the
product complies with the provisions of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council, Low
Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the
Council and CE-marking Council Directive 93/68/EEC. This certificate is issued
following test carried out on samples of the product referred to above.
The manufacturer hereby warrants normal operation of the unit for 24 months
after the retail sale date provided the user’s observance of the
transportation, storage, installation, and operation regulations. Should any
malfunctions occur in the course of the unit operation through the
Manufacturer’s fault during the guaranteed period of operation, the user is
entitled to get all the faults eliminated by the manufacturer by means of
warranty repair at the factory free of charge. The warranty repair includes
work specific to elimination of faults in the unit operation to ensure its
intended use by the user within the guaranteed period of operation. The faults
are eliminated by means of replacement or repair of the unit components or a
specific part of such unit component.
The warranty repair does not include:
- routine technical maintenance
- unit installation/dismantling
- unit setup
To benefit from warranty repair, the user must provide the unit, the user’s manual with the purchase date stamp, and the payment paperwork certifying the purchase. The unit model must comply with the one stated in the user’s manual. Contact the Seller for warranty service.
The manufacturer’s warranty does not apply to the following cases:
- User’s failure to submit the unit with the entire delivery package as stated in the user’s manual including submission with missing component parts previously dismounted by the user.
- Mismatch of the unit model and the brand name with the information stated on the unit packaging and in the user’s manual.
- User’s failure to ensure timely technical maintenance of the unit.
- External damage to the unit casing (excluding external modifications as required for installation) and internal components caused by the user.
- Redesign or engineering changes to the unit.
- Replacement and use of any assemblies, parts and components not approved by the manufacturer.
- Unit misuse.
- Violation of the unit installation regulations by the user.
- Violation of the unit control regulations by the user.
- Unit connection to power mains with a voltage different from the one stated in the user’s manual.
- Unit breakdown due to voltage surges in power mains.
- Discretionary repair of the unit by the user.
- Unit repair by any persons without the manufacturer’s authorization.
- Expiration of the unit warranty period.
- Violation of the unit transportation regulations by the user.
- Violation of the unit storage regulations by the user.
- Wrongful actions against the unit committed by third parties.
- Unit breakdown due to circumstances of insuperable force (fire, flood, earthquake, war, hostilities of any kind, blockades).
- Missing seals if provided by the user’s manual.
- Failure to submit the user’s manual with the unit purchase date stamp.
- Missing payment paperwork certifying the unit purchase.
| FOLLOWING THE REGULATIONS STIPULATED HEREIN WILL ENSURE A LONG AND
TROUBLE-FREE OPERATION OF THE UNIT.TS
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| USER’S WARRANTY CLAIMS SHALL BE SUBJECT TO REVIEW ONLY UPON PRESENTATION
OF THE UNIT, THE PAYMENT DOCUMENT AND THE USER’S MANUAL WITH THE PURCHASE DATE
STAMP.
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CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE
Unit Type | Heat and energy recovery air handling unit |
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Model | |
Serial Number | |
Manufacture Date |
Quality Inspector’s Stamp
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SELLER INFORMATION
Seller|
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Address|
Phone Number|
E-mail|
Purchase Date|
This is to certify acceptance of the complete unit delivery with the user’s
manual. The warranty terms are acknowledged and accepted.
Customer’s Signature|
INSTALLATION CERTIFICATE
The __ unit is installed pursuant to the requirements stated in the present user’s manual.
Company name|
Address|
Phone Number|
Installation Technician’s Full Name|
Installation Date:| Signature:
The unit has been installed in accordance with the provisions of all the
applicable local and national construction, electrical and technical codes and
standards. The unit operates normally as intended by the manufacturer.
Signature:|
WARRANTY CARD
Unit Type | Heat and energy recovery air handling unit |
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Model | |
Serial Number | |
Manufacture Date | |
Purchase Date | |
Warranty Period | |
Seller |
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