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Problem / Symptom Probable Cause Reason - Correction Overcurrent Dead short between electrodes. Replace the steam cylinder. Check The alarm condition occurs when an resistance between electrodes with overcurrent situation (>138% of rated power “off” current) has occurred and the humidifier has shut down to prevent Restricted or blocked drain. Clean and inspect drain system. any damage. This alarm indicates that Restricted fill system Clean and inspect the fill system. there has been a
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Non-Fault Activated Problems: Problem / Symptom Reason - Correction 24 VAC circuit breaker trips as soon as power switch is turned “on”. Check the wiring at the 24 VAC breaker for a short or loose connection. Disconnect the contractor coil from the circuit and repeat. If 24-volt breaker doesn’t blow, replace the contractor. Replace the main circuit board. 24 VAC circuit breaker trips after the unit is turned on for about 15 Disconnect fill valve from electrical circuit. If circuit b
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Non-Fault Activated Problems – Cont’d Problem / Symptom Reason - Correction Water “foaming” inside the cylinder. Check drain valve and insure that water drains freely. If necessary, clean or replace valve if defective. Check water supply. If it is commercially softened, either increase the drain threshold (R18) to 92% or reconnect the unit to raw water. Drain and restart the unit. If the unit is connected to a hot water line, reconnect to the cold water line. If steam line is hard copp
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Blower Version Wiring Diagram(6000-1 and 6000-2) 17
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Blower Version Exploded View (6000-1 and 6000-2) 18
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Blower Version Parts List (6000-1 and 6000-2) 1845 Door Interlock 1826 Humidistat Element EST-003 Cylinder Full Interface (Set to “A”) EST-105A Toroid Transformer EST-1001B Main Circuit Board EST-1062 Drain Cup EST-1124 Terminal Strip EST-1141 Red Lamp EST-1142 Green Lamp (2) EST-1143 On Off Drain Switch EST-1146 KEP Nut, 6-32 EST-1147 KEP Nut, 8-32 EST-1405 Timer/Relay EST-1407 Knol EST-1409 Universal Bushing EST-1501 Steam Manifold EST-1512 Transformer 115/230
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Ducted Version Exploded View (6000-3 and 6000-4) 20
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6000 Series
Electronic Steam Humidifiers
Installation
Operation
Service
OWNER’S MANUAL
The 6000 Series Humidifiers represent that
latest in humidification technology. Please read
these instructions carefully for trouble free
operation and to get the most out of your
purchase. For further information concerning
this product, contact your local Herrmidifier
representative.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................................................................3 SECTION I WARRANTY.....................................................................................................................................................3 Warranty ..............................................................................................................................
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SECTION I WARRANTY Warranty 4. Each of the 6000 series of steam generating 1. Herrmidifier warrants to the buyer or any user during humidifiers contains a plastic steam generating the duration of the Warranty that the humidifier cylinder which is to be considered a routinely described in this manual will be free from defects of disposable part to be changed at regular maintenance material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years intervals at the user's expense. This st
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SECTION II UNIT OPERATION Basic Operation After the dram cycle and or the time cycle is completed, Controlled humidification requires a very precise control the unit will refill and start the process over. system. The 6000 utilizes a solid state control to monitor performance and maintain humidity. The humidifier evaluates the operation and alerts the operator to These cycles will repeat until: problem conditions and prevents undesirable operation. • The call for humidity
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Key Features Adjustable Setpoints Capacity • Range = 50-100% • Preset at 100% for 6000-1,3,4 Preset at 50% for 6000-2 Low Drain Threshold • Range = 50-100% • Preset at 90% Cycle Time • Range = 60-300 seconds • Preset at 60 seconds Faults Overcurrent • 138% of Rated Current • System Shutdown Fill System • Fill valve open for 6 hours without achieving capacity setpoint or cylinder full • System Shutdown End of Cylinder Life • 6 hours of operation while on c
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Engineering and Application The Herrmidifier 6000 Series Steam Humidifiers can be operates for short periods at a time and the desired applied in a variety of applications. The simplest relative humidity level is not achieved, the humidifier can application is to utilize the model with the built-in blower be wired to turn on the blower when there is a call for package (6000-1,2). The steam generated by the unit is humidity. In this case an air-proving switch will not be distributed
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SECTION III INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Mounting Plumbing The cabinet is designed to safely contain the working To make the necessary connections for water fill and components of the Herrmidifier 6000 series humidifier drain the following steps are required: (refer to figure 4 and dissipate heat to protect the electronics. Locate for locations) humidifier, steam pipe and accessories in a manner to 1. Install external shutoff valve between the water supply and the humidifier for
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DUCTED VERSION (6000-3,4) Herrmidifier supplies a stainless steel duct distributor for injecting pure steam into the duct. This can be installed in the bottom or the side of the duct (See Figure 5). When installing in the side of the ductwork make sure it is positioned to allow condensate to drain back down the steam hose. The duct distributor pipe has a built in pitch to allow condensate to drain back into the hose. The hose must be installed with a minimum 8% (1” per foot) pitch back
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Wiring All field wiring should be routed up through the knockout Control Circuit Connections in the bottom panel or in the back of the unit. WARNING! Do Not install any controls inside the Herrmidifier 6000 cabinet. Installations of any extraneous devices inside the electrical compartment rnay cause erratic behavior of the circuitry and will VOID the warranty. 6000-1,2 The 6000 units with built-in blowers require no external control wiring since the humidistat and air proving switc
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SECTION IV OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS torroid transformer. Insure that the humidifier fills to "cylinder full" (approximately 1.5” from the top of the cylinder), or that the amperage reaches the data Start-up Instructions plate maximum and the fill valve closes. 1. Check that the humidifier is properly mounted and 10. All units are equipped with a drain-tempering feature level. which mixes cold fill water with the hot drain water to 2. Check that the water fill and drain are properly pro
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Checklist Figure 10 NOTE The Herrmidifier 6000 Humidifier checklist is provided to help the installer insure a successful installation. If further assistance is needed from the Herrmidifier representative or the factory, the checklist is expected to be completed. If a jobsite visit is required from the Herrmidifier representative or the factory, and the checklist has not been accurately completed, additional charges will be required by the individual(s) representing Herrmidifier. If the v
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Maintenance To maintain output, the water level in the cylinder will 4. Remove tank, clean out drain cup and insert with slowly move upwards, exposing new electrode to the new tank. Be sure that "o" ring is in place on the water as the electrodes become coated with minerals. cylinder fill/drain neck prior to installation (See Eventually, all of the usable electrode surfaces will be Figure 11a). New “o" ring is included with each coated and the cylinder will be full of water. At thi
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SECTION V TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Maximum Capacity Setpoint All Herrmidifier 6000 Series Humidifiers are The potentiometer labeled “R39" located in the top left- manufactured under strict quality control and are hand corner of the board allows adjustment of the unit's subjected to a complete operational test. All circuit board adjustments are made at the factory and should not be adjusted beyond the guidelines set in this NOTE All blower units have their capacity set from the troubles
