Installation Manual Recessed
Installation Manual Recessed
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Thermoscreens Ltd
St. Mary’s Road Nuneaton
Warwickshire England
CV11 5AU
Email: [email protected]
English
Tel: +44 (0) 24 7638 4646
Fax: +44 (0) 24 7638 8578
www.thermoscreens.com
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Thermoscreens / Mitsubishi Electric
CONTENTS
Page
INSTALLATION
COMMISSIONING
USER INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICING
Fortnightly Cleaning 35
Six Monthly Servicing 35
Fault Finding 38
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Thermoscreens / Mitsubishi Electric
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Thermoscreens / Mitsubishi Electric
On/Off
Mode change
Capacity control
Optional Heat Pump Temperature monitoring
BMS Control Air Curtain Mitsubishi error
Interface Board
Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric
PAR-30MAA
Mr Slim Outdoor Unit
Remote Remote Controller
3-Speed Fan
Switch
BMS (if end user
Control requires this)
Door Switch to change fan speeds,
Door open - High; Door shut - Low
(industry standard fan speed control)
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DESIGN INFORMATION
AS SUPPLIED the air curtain operates on a 1 phase electrical supply (1L+N+E) from a local
switched spur which provides power for fans and controls. There is an integral defrost
cycle auxiliary heater located inside the air curtain but this is ‘disabled’ as supplied. If the
defrost cycle auxiliary heater is required the air curtain will then need a 3 phase electrical
supply (3L+N+E) from a local switched spur, instead of the 1 phase electrical supply, to
provide power for the heater as well which will need to be ‘enabled’ on site during
commissioning, see also notes on Page 6 and Section 'Installation - Electrical Supply and
Wiring to the Air Curtain', Page 16. There is also a communications link with the Mr Slim
outdoor unit via connections S2 and S3 (S1 is not used).
AS SUPPLIED the air curtain is set up for energy saving Weather Compensation Control
or Discharge Air Temperature Control and is used with a Mitsubishi Electric PAR-W21
MAA Remote Controller. The following functions are available:-
On/Off control of the Mitsubishi Electric heat pump system
Mode change between Heating mode and Fan only mode (Cooling mode not
available)
Energy saving weather compensation control or discharge air temperature control via
a set target temperature.
Signal for when the outdoor unit is in defrost mode so the defrost cycle auxiliary heater
(if enabled) can provide partial heat back-up during the few minutes of defrost.
Error signal for if the Mitsubishi Electric heat pump system has a problem
Weather Compensation Control (HEATING ECO): This looks at the outside air
temperature using an air sensor on the Mitsubishi Electric outdoor unit and automatically
adjusts the temperature of the air curtain discharge air in accordance with a heating curve.
It will select a warmer discharge air stream if it is cold outside and a cooler discharge air
stream if it is not so cold outside, as the discharge air does not need to be as warm. This
achieves significant energy and carbon savings because the heat pump compressor only
works at the capacity it needs to. Figure 1 shows a typical heating curve set up for weather
compensation control, temperature points 1, 2, 3 and 4 are selected during
commissioning.
-5 0 5 10 15 20
Outdoor Air Temperature (°C)
Discharge Air Temperature Control (HEATING): The end user sets a target temperature
of, say 35°C, the air curtain then controls the temperature of the discharge air so it will stay
at 35°C even if the inlet air temperature changes.
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The air curtain can also be set up on site during commissioning to operate under Inlet Air
Temperature Control or Room Air Temperature Control and is then used with a
Mitsubishi Electric PAR-30 MAA Remote Controller. The following functions are available:-
On/Off control of the Mitsubishi Electric heat pump system
Mode change between Heating mode and Fan only mode, with Cooling mode also
available if enabled during commissioning and with a condensate disposal system
Capacity control of the Mitsubishi Electric heat pump system
Temperature monitoring of the inlet air entering the heat pump air curtain, or the room
air temperature at the remote controller
Signal for when the outdoor unit is in defrost mode so the defrost cycle auxiliary heater
(if enabled) can provide partial heat back-up during the few minutes of defrost.
Error signal for if the Mitsubishi Electric heat pump system has a problem
Refer to a Mitsubishi Electric agent if the air curtain is to be controlled via a Building
Management System (BMS) or Centralised Controller.
It should be noted that during heating mode, if the outdoor unit goes into its defrost cycle
during cold weather, the air curtain fans will continue to operate to maintain the all-
important air stream across the doorway. It is this air stream, particularly towards the top of
the doorway, which is so effective at stopping buoyant warm air from inside the building
escaping to outside and wasting energy and also in reducing airborne contamination.
The temperature of the discharge air can be low during the 6 to 7 minute defrost cycle
period that may occur every few hours under particular outdoor weather conditions but this
has rarely become an issue with the end user and is really only a perceived problem.
There is a defrost cycle auxiliary heater fitted in the air curtain which is disabled when the
air curtain is delivered. If there are concerns for a particular installation this defrost cycle
auxiliary heater can be enabled during site commissioning and this will maintain the
discharge air at a higher temperature during the defrost cycle. A 3-phase electrical supply
is then required to power the air curtain.
Point of Information: If used, an auxiliary defrost heater may seem counter-productive for
a heat pump system. When put into context, however, the auxiliary heater fitted is of low
output for the size of the air curtain, it will just temper the discharge air and is only used for
a few minutes a day during a small period of the year. Tests at the Building Research
Establishment (BRE) test house on the heat pump air curtain system showed that even
with the auxiliary heater cutting in during defrost, as it has to during their EN14511
performance test, the annual seasonal COP was hardly affected.
Cooling is possible if the air curtain is modified during commissioning to operate under
Inlet Air Temperature Control or Room Air Temperature Control. It will not operate in
cooling if set-up to operate under Weather Compensation Control or Discharge Air
Temperature Control, which is how the air curtain is supplied.
The air curtain is supplied with its cooling mode disabled, although an integral condensate
drain tray is fitted inside the air curtain so it could be used in cooling mode during warm
weather, if so desired. This should be decided at the design stage as a condensate drain
system will need to be installed if cooling is required and extended to a suitable drain by
the installer. The condensate can be drained by gravity within the ceiling void by
connecting suitable condensate hose onto the 15mm drain pipe on the condensate drain
tray inside the air curtain. If a gravity condensate drain is not suitable it will be necessary
to remove condensate using a condensate pump, supplied and fitted by the installer. The
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condensate pump can be located inside the right hand end of the air curtain or in a remote
location outside of the unit if required. It must be of sufficient capacity, see Page 21, self
priming and capable of providing the appropriate suction head so the pump will lift
condensate out of the air curtain, particularly if it is in a remote location. There are two hole
penetrations at the right hand end of the air curtain for condensate pipework to pass
through, see Figure 2, Page 12. Suitable condensate pumps are Peristaltic or Rotary
Diaphragm type. We recommend the Blue Diamond rotary diaphragm type with cooling
signal sensor (drainStik) manufactured by Charles Austen Pumps Ltd.
(www.miniblue.co.uk).
If using a condensate pump it is recommended that it has the facility so it only operates
when the air curtain is in cooling mode by detection of water in the drain tray or by
detecting a cooling differential in the airflow. It should also have a pump overrun feature to
empty the drain tray as much as possible when the air curtain is switched off. It should
have an alarm system with appropriate sensor fitted in the drain tray that will give a volt-
free signal (closed circuit = alarm) and stop the air curtain cooling if the condensate drain
tray is in danger of flooding (air curtain fans will continue to operate). There is a fixing
bracket with 8mm diameter hole attached to the drain tray inside the air curtain so a
condensate sensor can be fixed in the tray by the installer. The hole can be enlarged, if
necessary, to suit the type of sensor used so it is located in the tray at the appropriate
position, see the manufacturer’s instructions that come with the condensate pump for
further information. A 230V AC, single phase electrical supply is provided inside the air
curtain to power a condensate pump and a condensate alarm connection is provided for
the condensate pump alarm circuit.
Warning: The air curtain condensate collection system is designed to remove condensate
with the air curtain operating in cooling mode during normal summer weather conditions in
countries with a temperate climate. In case of extreme weather conditions, drain tray
blockage or condensate pump failure, which can occur, it is vital that the design of the floor
beneath the air curtain and its surface is such that it will not become slippery or damaged if
it became wet. This is similar to the conditions that might be experienced with heavy
rainfall in at an open doorway or wet pedestrian foot traffic, so careful consideration must
be paid to the design of the floor and its surface finish.
If it is intended that the air curtain should not operate in cooling mode (which is how the air
curtain is supplied) and a condensate drain system is not fitted, it is still recommended that
the floor design and surface be as described above, in case cooling mode is used in the
future and also to cope with heavy rainfall or wet pedestrian foot traffic.
The air curtain is designed only for use with a Mitsubishi Electric Mr Slim Outdoor Unit for
use on R410A. The complete Thermoscreens air curtain / Mitsubishi Electric heat pump
system, including refrigerant pipework, wiring, controls, etc. must be installed only by an
approved Mitsubishi Electric refrigeration contractor.
Persons using the air curtain must be given adequate instruction and supervision
concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. The air
curtain is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities.
These instructions must be read in conjunction with the separate Mitsubishi Electric
instructions that come with the Mr Slim Outdoor Unit. All instructions should be kept by the
building facilities manager for future reference.
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UNPACKING THE AIR CURTAIN
The following items are supplied and packaged within the air curtain box :-
Air Inlet
Air Inlet
Air Discharge
Air Discharge
There will also be a 'Mr Slim Outdoor Unit' and ‘Remote Controller’ (if required) supplied by
Mitsubishi Electric.
The Installer will also need to supply and install the following:-
or
If Air Curtain is to be manually controlled for If Air Curtain is to be manually controlled for
weather compensation control or discharge air inlet air or room air temperature control,
temp. control, also needed for commissioning also needed for commissioning
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The installer may also need to supply and install the following optional items:-
Door Switch – for energy efficient, Condensate Pump – self priming with
noise friendly, fan speed control, cooling mode detection, alarm
Door open – Higher fan speed system and pump overrun
Door shut – Lower fan speed
Example Switch only
Gives industry standard fan speed control – see If Air Curtain is to be operated in COOL mode
wiring diagrams on Pages 18 & 19 and text on and gravity drain cannot be used – see text
Pages 20 & 24 for more information on Page 6 & 7 for more information
The complete Thermoscreens air curtain / Mitsubishi Electric heat pump system, to provide a
heat pump air curtain over a doorway, including wiring, fridge pipework, etc. is to be installed
only by an approved Mitsubishi Electric refrigeration contractor.
IMPORTANT
This Heat Pump Air Curtain is intended only for use with a Mitsubishi Electric Mr Slim
Outdoor Unit, for use on R410A.
These instructions must be read in conjunction with the Mitsubishi Electric Mr Slim
Outdoor Unit instructions.
(All documentation supplied with each unit should be stored and kept for future reference.)
Place of Purchase…………………………….
Serial Number…………………………………
For warranty purposes proof of purchase is necessary so please keep a copy of your invoice.
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INSTALLATION OF THE AIR CURTAIN
The air curtain is designed to be recessed within ceiling voids or bulkheads within a
building and located horizontally over a doorway. It must not be installed outside of
the building.
Location
The air curtain must be mounted so the recessed grille
is located up to 3.2m maximum above floor level and Air Inlet
as close to the doorway as possible. The Air Discharge
section of the recessed grille must be nearest to the
doorway and the Air Inlet section furthest from the
doorway. The air curtain must be installed level or
condensate may leak out if used for cooling. Beware of Air Discharge
doorway top edges, structural beams, door
opening/closure devices, etc. which may interfere with DOORWAY
the air stream and affect the location of the unit.
Ensure there will be adequate clear space above the top of the unit within the ceiling void
to safely allow for pipework brazing operations.
Ceiling Suspension
Make the cut-out in the ceiling to the dimensions given
in Figure 2, Page 12, being as accurate as possible.
The air curtain can be manoeuvred straight up through M10
the ceiling cut-out. It may be necessary to notch the threaded
ceiling cut-out in places to clear screws on the casing. hanging
Alternatively the ceiling can be fitted after the air rods
curtain is installed. Bear in mind it will be necessary to
carry out pipework brazing operations above the air
curtain once it is located in position. Ensure there is
sufficient access and height clearance within the
ceiling void to do this.
Holes are provided in the top face of the casing (see Figure 2, Page 12 for positions) to
allow the unit to be suspended on M10 threaded rods (not provided). There are 4 hanging
points on the HP1000R unit and 5 hanging points on the HP1500R and HP2000R units -
all hanging points must be used.
Number of
Air Curtain Weight (kg)
hanging points
HP1000R DXE 52 4
HP1500R DXE 75 5
HP2000R DXE 93 5 Not to come
below casing
There are two M10 hanging rods at each end of the unit (four in total) that enter the casing
from the top and attach to fixing brackets near the bottom of the unit (see picture above –
looking up into the air curtain). Use M10 lock-nuts either side of the fixing bracket to
secure the hanging rod. Do not let these four hanging rods come below the bottom of the
unit casing or they may prevent the recessed grille fitting properly.
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On the HP1500R DXE and HP2000R DXE units there is an additional hanging point
located towards the middle of the unit for an M10 hanging rod and this must be used.
Ensure each of the hanging rods is secured onto a suitable structure that can support the
weight of the unit (see Table on Page 10).*
Adjust the height of the unit on its hanging rods so the bottom surface of the casing goes
38mm up into the ceiling as shown in the diagram. Ensure the unit is level or condensate
may leak out if it is used for cooling.
38
air curtain casing
* It is the sole responsibility of the installer to ensure that the building fixing locations and suspension system
used are suitable for the air curtain being installed.
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Liquid Line Refrigerant Connection (L)
Gas Line Refrigerant Connection (G)
485
Additional (M20)
Wiring Inlets on top
100
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20mm hole for gravity or pumped
condensate disposal (if cooling)
CEILING LEVEL
6
D
539
A
HP1000R DXE HP1500R DXE HP2000R DXE 25 B C 25
A (mm) 1250 1750 2340
E
65
B (mm) - 724 1129
Electrical Supply
C (mm) - 976 1161 and Mitsubishi
100
265
E (mm) 170 166 189 5 for 1.5m & 2m units Gas Line Refrigerant
G 5 5 7 Use all drop rod holes ! Connection (G)
8 in. 8 in. 8 in.
L 1 1 5
2 in. 2 in. 8 in. 20mm hole on top for pumped Liquid Line
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Fitting the Recessed Grille
Make sure the grille will go the correct way around with the
cellular discharge nearest to the doorway. Offer the
recessed grille up through the cut-out in the ceiling and
attach it to the bottom of the air curtain casing using the
No.8 pozi head screws supplied. Start with the screws
shown in the picture and then fit the two at each end of the
discharge grille.
Note: Access for electrical connections, servicing and maintenance is by opening the
hinged grille core.
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Mitsubishi Electric Outdoor Unit
The Mitsubishi Electric Mr Slim Outdoor Unit is selected to match its refrigerant heat
output to the size of the Air Curtain. See table below for size of outdoor unit to be used
together with performance data for the air curtain.
Air Curtain Parameters
Mr Slim Maximum Maximum Maximum Maximum Effective
Air Curtain
Outdoor Unit Heating Cooling Air Volume Noise Width of
Output Output Flow Rate Level Airstream
(kW) (kW) (m3/h) dB(A) @3m (m)
HP1000R DXE PUHZ-RP71 8.3 7.4 1310 58 1.18
HP1500R DXE PUHZ-RP125 13.8 12.3 2070 58 1.68
HP2000R DXE PUHZ-RP140 15.9 14.2 2590 58 2.27
HP2000R DXE PUHZ-RP200* 21.0 18.7 2590 58 2.27
Outputs based on:- Indoor air temperature = 20ºC. Outdoor condition = 7/6 db/wb ºC for heating output,
35/27 db/wb ºC for cooling output.
Performance figures derived from independent testing by UK test houses BRE and BSRIA in accordance with
test standard EN14511. Noise testing carried out at Sound Research Laboratories to ISO3741 and BS4856-4.
See Table on Page 25 for more details of air volume flow rates and noise levels.
* Alternative larger outdoor unit will give enhanced heat output for difficult doorway situations - not
recommended, however, for weather compensation control or discharge air temperature control.
Refrigerant Pipework
This must be carried out before connection of any electrical and controls cables
and in accordance with the Instructions that come with the Mitsubishi Electric
Outdoor Unit. This work must only be undertaken by a Mitsubishi Electric
approved Contractor.
The installation must be carried out in accordance with the Mitsubishi Electric
Installation Manual that comes with the outdoor unit.
It is intended that refrigerant pipe connections to the air curtain are made using brazed
joints and these must be carried out in a professional and safe manner. If installation
pipe sizes for the discharge (gas) line and liquid line are different from the pipe
connection sizes on the air curtain (see Figure 2, Page 12) suitable pipe reducers must
be used for the connection. R410A refrigerant systems can operate at pressures up to
610 psi (c. 42 Bar). These brazed joints may well be located in a public area and a
weakness leading to an explosion could be extremely dangerous.
The air curtain with its coil is manufactured in accordance with the Pressure Equipment
Directive (PED) and the installation must be carried out to a good standard of
workmanship. Protect the top surface of the air curtain and use a heat sink on the
copper pipes during brazing to reduce the transfer of heat to the inside of the air curtain
where sensitive components are located.
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To gain access inside the Air Curtain
To gain access for connection of the electrical supply, controls wiring and to work on the
unit during commissioning it is necessary to open the hinged inlet grille.
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Electrical Supply and Wiring to the Air Curtain
This must be carried out AFTER the connection of the refrigerant pipework. All
electrical wiring and connections MUST be carried out by a competent qualified
electrician in accordance with the latest edition of the IEE wiring regulations
and/or local statutory regulations. (see also Wiring Diagrams 1 & 2 on Page 18/19)
A local isolator having a contact separation of at least 3mm on all poles must be
fitted in the 1 phase electrical supply (1L + N + E) to the air curtain and located in
an accessible position adjacent to the unit.
Do not have a switch or isolator in the S2, S3 (Comms Link), use continuous wire.
If the defrost cycle auxiliary heater is to be used the air curtain then requires a 3
phase electrical supply (3L + N + E) to the air curtain instead of a 1 phase
electrical supply. A local isolator having a contact separation of at least 3mm on all
poles must be fitted in the 3 phase electrical supply and located in an accessible
position adjacent to the unit. The defrost cycle auxiliary heater will need to be
enabled during commissioning (see Section ‘Design Information’ – Page 5 and
Section ‘Commissioning’ Page 22).
The appliance must be connected using cables having an appropriate temperature
rating (heat resistant).
Ensure that the supply cables, circuit breakers and other electrical installation
equipment are correctly sized for the air curtain being installed. See Table below.
A 25mm size cable gland or conduit connector should be used for the Electrical
Supply into the air curtain. See Figure 2, Page 12 showing where the electrical
supply enters the unit.
This appliance must be Earthed.
Wire in accordance with 1) or 2) in the Table below:
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2) If the defrost cycle auxiliary heater is to be enabled
during site commissioning
(400V/3ph/50Hz electrical supply from separate local
isolator), see Wiring Diagram 2, Page 19
Connect to terminals Earth, L1, L2, L3 and N with a 3-
phase electrical supply.
Connect terminals S2 and S3 from the outdoor unit to
terminals S2 and S3 on the air curtain – Communication
link between outdoor unit and the air curtain.
Connect a Mitsubishi Electric PAR-W21MAA or PAR-
30MAA Remote Controller to terminals 1 and 2 on the
air curtain.
Refer to Mitsubishi Electric for electrical details of the Mr Slim Outdoor Unit.
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THERMOSCREENS HEAT PUMP AIR CURTAIN 230V/1ph/50Hz Electrical Supply
HP1000DXE = 0.8A
Brown MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
HP1500DXE = 1.2A
Black HP2000DXE = 1.4A OUTDOOR UNIT
Grey L N
TERMINAL
DEFROST
The air curtain is delivered BLOCK BMS
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CYCLE L1 L2 L3 N S1 S2 S3
AUXILIARY with the Defrost Cycle CONTROL
HEATER Auxiliary Heater disabled.
L1
SI
T
Wire link connector must Green/Yellow L2
E
be removed from CNS2 Blue L3
not used
W
Electrical Supply for
IR
N
Outdoor Unit
IN
G
Brown 230V/1ph/50Hz
pcb track FUSE or 400V/3ph/50Hz
FUSE
T 5A TERM.
N 230v AC electrical power for condensate pump (if required)
PL L
Plug connected prevents Violet
S1 S2 S3
Violet S2
L N
cooling with Inlet Air & Room Orange
Air Control. Remove plug from S3
Brown Red
CNX5 if using Cooling Mode A2 14NO A2 A1 1
Cooling CONTACTOR Red
K1 230v AC 2
Dip Switch Settings:- A1 13NO
CNX5
On 14 RELAY Yellow
11
For Weather Compensation or 12 TOC
Violet 24
Pink
Discharge Control, PAR-W21: 21 TOC
Heater 22 A B
SW1-3, SW3-7, ON 2A - AC3, 230v AC
Red
Black
CNX4
Control Violet
For Inlet Air or Room Control,
Orange
Yellow Fan
PAR-30: SW1-2, 1-3, ON
Fan High Door-Switch
All other dips- OFF
CNX1
Control Med
Black
5
Low
Black Blue (Neutral)
0 or wire in a Door-Switch:-
CN105
1
Red Brown (High) Door Open - Higher speed MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
IN2(1) 1
Fan motor 1 Grey Door Closed - Lower speed PAR-W21MAA for
White
WIRING DIAGRAM 1 – HP MR SLIM HEAT PUMP AIR CURTAIN (No Defrost Cycle Heater – unit as supplied)
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400V/3ph/50Hz Electrical Supply
THERMOSCREENS HEAT PUMP AIR CURTAIN for if Defrost Cycle Auxiliary Heater is to be
enabled during site commissioning
HP1000DXE = 7.3A per phase
Brown WARNING! 400V MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
HP1500DXE = 12.1A per phase
Black on some terminals HP2000DXE = 14.4A per phase OUTDOOR UNIT
Grey L1 L2 L3 N
The air curtain is delivered with the Defrost
K1 CONTACTOR Cycle Auxiliary Heater disabled but it can MAIN INTERFACE
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CYCLE 1m unit 3 x 1.5kW = 4.5kW
Heater disconnect the Violet neutral wire L1 L2 L3 N S1 S2 S3
AUXILIARY 1.5m unit 3 x 2.5kW = 7.5kW CONTROL
2m unit 3 x 3.0kW = 9kW from auxiliary terminal 14NO and connect
HEATER
this wire onto terminal A2. L1
SI
Wire link connector must Green/Yellow L2
TE
be removed from CNS2 Blue L3
not used
W
Electrical Supply for
IR
N
Outdoor Unit
IN
G
Brown 230V/1ph/50Hz
pcb track FUSE or 400V/3ph/50Hz
FUSE
T 5A TERM.
N 230v AC electrical power for condensate pump (if required)
PL L
Plug connected prevents Violet
S1 S2 S3
Violet S2
L N
cooling with Inlet Air & Room Orange
Air Control. Remove plug from S3
Brown Red
CNX5 if using Cooling Mode A2 14NO A2 A1 1
Cooling K1 CONTACTOR Red
230v AC 2
Dip Switch Settings:- A1 13NO
CNX5
On 14 RELAY Yellow
11
For Weather Compensation or 12 TOC
Violet 24
Pink
Discharge Control, PAR-W21: 21 TOC
Heater 22 A B
SW1-3, SW3-7, ON 2A - AC3, 230v AC
Red
Black
CNX4
Control Violet
For Inlet Air or Room Control,
Orange
Yellow Fan
PAR-30: SW1-2, 1-3, ON
Fan High Door-Switch
All other dips- OFF
CNX1
Control Med
Black
5
Low
Black Blue (Neutral)
0 or wire in a Door-Switch:-
CN105
1
Red Brown (High) Door Open - Higher speed MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
IN2(1) 1
Fan motor 1 Grey Door Closed - Lower speed PAR-W21MAA for
White
WIRING DIAGRAM 2 – HP MR SLIM HEAT PUMP AIR CURTAIN (Defrost Cycle Aux. Heater enabled on site)
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Wiring of Air Curtain Fan Speed
As delivered the air curtain is link wired to operate on a single fan
speed at its medium speed, see picture opposite. Current thinking
for air curtain technology, however, is to have a Door-Switch wired to
switch the unit between a Higher fan speed - Door Open and a
Lower fan speed - Door Closed. This is both energy efficient and
noise friendly. Alternatively a single fan speed, High, Medium or
Low, can be set at commissioning to suit the general weather
conditions of the site. Both methods prevent the end user switching
fan speeds and maybe leaving the air curtain on an unsuitable
setting.
A door switch, wire link for single speed or the 3-speed fan switch is wired to terminals
FAN, HIGH, MED and LOW in the Air Curtain using 230V mains rated double insulated
cable of size 0.75mm2. See also Wiring Diagram 1 or 2 on Pages 18 and 19 and Section,
Commissioning; ‘Selecting the fan speeds of the air curtain’ on page 24 which gives details
as to how the available speeds of the six speed fan motor(s) can be set to suit outdoor
environmental conditions and indoor noise levels.
If it is intended to use the air curtain in cooling mode the plug must be removed from CNX5
on the PAC-IF010 Interface PCB (see Wiring Diagrams 1 & 2 on Pages 18 and 19) and a
condensate disposal system must be installed.
If it is not practical to gravity drain from the air curtain a suitable condensate pump (not
supplied with the unit) can be supplied and fitted by the installer to remove condensate
directly from the unit. The condensate pump must be of sufficient capacity (see Table
below) and if located higher than the drain tray; self priming and capable of providing the
appropriate suction head so the pump will lift condensate out from the top of the air
curtain. Suitable condensate pumps with a suction head are Peristaltic or Rotary
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Diaphragm type. It is recommended that the condensate pump has the facility so it only
operates when the air curtain is in cooling mode by detection of water in the drain tray or
by detecting a cooling differential in the airflow. It should also have a pump overrun to
empty the drain tray as much as possible when the air curtain is switched off. We
recommend the Blue Diamond rotary diaphragm type with cooling signal sensor (drainStik)
manufactured by Charles Austen Pumps Ltd. (www.miniblue.co.uk).
There is space inside the air curtain at the right hand end of the unit to mount a
condensate pump. A permanent 230V AC, single phase electrical supply is provided inside
the air curtain at the DIN-Rail terminals to power the pump. See Wiring Diagrams 1 & 2 on
Pages 18 and 19. There are two 20mm condensate outlet holes in the casing, one at the
top of the unit and a lower one at the rear, both fitted with rubber plugs (see Figure 2,
Page 12). These can be used to feed a hose from the condensate pump to a remote
condensate drain.
Condensate drain hose should be pushed through either of the two condensate outlet
holes after removing the plug and connected to the condensate pump using the adapter
supplied with the pump. It may be necessary to extend the hose if the pump is remotely
located.
Whether a gravity drain system or a condensate pump is used to remove the condensate
there should be an alarm system with appropriate sensor fitted in the drain tray that will
give a volt-free signal (closed circuit = alarm). A 2-wire condensate alarm signal should be
wired back to the condensate alarm connection provided at the Interface PCB inside the
air curtain. This will stop the air curtain cooling if the condensate drain tray is in danger of
flooding, bringing up an error code on the Mitsubishi Electric system (air curtain fans will
continue to operate).
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COMMISSIONING THE AIR CURTAIN
Ensure that the electrical supply to the Mitsubishi Electric Outdoor Unit and, if
applicable, the 3-phase local electrical supply to the Air Curtain, are switched off.
HP2000R only
There is a Mitsubishi Electric Interface PCB located within the left hand end of the
Thermoscreens Air Curtain. This provides control and communication between the
Mitsubishi Electric Outdoor Unit and the Air Curtain Indoor Unit. It is held in place by a
fixing screw located at the bottom edge of the PCB, see picture. Remove the screw and
carefully slide the PCB partially out. For easier withdrawal of the PCB the filter indicator
connection may be temporarily removed.
LED 1
Condensate
Pump Alarm
Connection
Filter Indicator
Connection
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Dip Switch Settings and Air Temperature Sensor Position
As supplied the air curtain is set-up to be operated under Weather Compensation
Control (HEATING ECO) or Discharge Air Temperature Control (HEATING) and the air
temperature sensor (marked red) is located in a temperature pocket in the air discharge
plenum of the unit. Check that the dip switches on the Interface PCB are set as follows:
ON ON ON
OFF OFF OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
If the air curtain is going to be operated under Inlet Air Temperature Control the air
temperature sensor (marked red) needs to be removed from its temperature pocket in
the air discharge plenum of the unit and fitted in the inlet air to the fan on the bracket
provided, see pictures showing this.
If the air curtain is going to be operated under Room Air Temperature Control it does
not matter where the air temperature sensor (marked red) is located as air temperature
sensing is now done at the PAR-30MAA Remote Controller. The PAR-30MAA Remote
Controller will need to be set up via its Installer Menu so that temperature sensing is
done at the controller. See instructions that come with the controller. Check that the dip
switches on the Interface PCB are set as follows:
ON ON ON
OFF OFF OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Check that the wiring between the air curtain and the Mr Slim outdoor unit is in
accordance with Wiring Diagrams 1 & 2 on Pages 18 and 19. If the Interface PCB is still
withdrawn, carefully slide it back into place and re-plug the Filter Indication connection
into CN105 if removed earlier. Ensure cables are not trapped inside and refit the
retaining screw.
On the PCB in the Mitsubishi Electric Mr Slim Outdoor Unit SW8-3 to be ON.
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Selecting the Fan Speeds of the Air Curtain
The fan motor(s) in the air curtain is a 5-speed motor and fan speeds can be re-selected at
commissioning to suit the installation, both to suit the outdoor environmental conditions
and for indoor noise levels.
As delivered, for the 3 fan speeds available at the fan speed DIN rail terminals:-
the HIGH fan speed (black wire) is wired into motor tapping 1 (highest motor speed
tapping),
the MEDIUM fan speed (blue wire) is wired into motor tapping 3,
the LOW fan speed (yellow wire) is wired into motor tapping 5 (lowest motor speed),
motor tapping:- 5 4 3 2 1
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The table below provides guidance as to how the fan speeds can be set. WARNING:
There are two motors on the HP2000R DXE model, make sure both motors are wired
up in exactly the same way or the motors will overheat with possible damage.
Sound pressure levels dB(A) at 3m distance are for a single air curtain mounted at its maximum mounting height, operating in a room
with average acoustic characteristics as defined in CIBSE Guide B5 (reverberation time 0.7s at 1kHz) and a room size equivalent to 8
air changes per hour (ac/h). Care needs to be taken when selecting air curtains for an installation as noise levels can be several dB
higher if the mounting height is reduced, if the room is more ‘live’ (i.e. hard surfaces, no furnishings or absorbent materials), if the room
is smaller than 8 ac/h equivalent or a combination of these factors. Noise levels will also increase if more than one air curtain is
installed at the same doorway (e.g. +3dB(A) for 2 equal point sources: direct field).
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Starting the Heat Pump System
Carry out a final inspection to ensure that all wiring is in accordance with Wiring
Diagram 1 on Page 18 or wiring Diagram 2 on Page 19 and that all connections have
been properly made. Ensure that the refrigerant system is complete, there are no leaks
and there is sufficient charge of refrigerant R410A. Switch on electrical power to the
Mitsubishi Electric outdoor unit and the local electrical supply to the air curtain.
WARNING! The Interface PCB inside the air curtain will have 230 volts on it and there
will be 400V on some air curtain terminals if the defrost cycle auxiliary heater is
enabled.
The system will ‘boot-up’ and when the screen on the PAR-W21MAA or PAR-30MAA
Remote Controller becomes active it will repeat the message “PLEASE WAIT”. After
several minutes when the PLEASE WAIT message has stopped the system is ready to
start.
DANGER: Beware of Fans Starting!
Turn the air curtain on using the ON/OFF Button on the Remote Controller and the air
curtain fans will start straight away.
If a door switch has been installed to change fan speeds from High (door open) to Low
(door closed) check this operates correctly.
If the remote 3-Speed fan switch has been installed check that the fans run at HIGH
speed, MEDIUM speed and LOW speed by operating the slider switch.
If there is no door switch or remote 3-Speed fan switch a wire link will have been fitted
to the fan speed terminals on the air curtain. Set the wire link to one of the three fan
speeds (LOW, MED or HIGH) appropriate to the site conditions (see Page 20 and 24).
Check there is no mechanical noise coming from the fans at any of the fan speeds and
that all fans are working.
Switch the Mode Button on the PAR-W21MAA to ‘HEATING’ mode (Discharge Air
Temperature Control) and adjust the target temperature to 40°C using the ▲TEMP
Button. Check that the air stream from the discharge grille warms up across the whole
length of the air curtain after approximately 15 minutes of operation and that the air
stream reaches right down across the doorway with the door open or closed.
NB. Cooling is not possible with Weather Compensation Control (HEATING ECO
mode) or with Discharge Air Temperature Control (HEATING mode).
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For the Air Curtain to be used for Weather Compensation Control (HEATING ECO
mode) with a PAR-W21MAA Remote Controller, the Heating Curve and Function
Limits must now be set-up as follows :-
Refer to PAR-W21MAA diagram, Figure 3, and typical heating curve in Figure 4 and
set up the Heating Curve:
Air Curtain
Discharge Air Temperature Outdoor Air Temperature
(during heating curve set-up) (during heating curve set-up)
F
40°C 15°C I
G
Figure 3
C D J
NB. Read ‘Water Temperature’ on the screen as meaning ‘Air
Curtain Discharge Air temperature’ for this application
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2 Heated Air Curtain Figure 4
40 Weather Compensation Control
(HEATING ECO mode)
Air Curtain typical heating curve
Discharge Air 30
Target Temp. (°C)
4 Ambient Air Curtain
20
1 3
-5 0 5 10 15 20
Outdoor Air Temperature (°C)
In case of difficulty refer to the Mitsubishi Electric instruction booklet that comes with the PAR-W21MAA
Remote Controller, Section 7 – Initial Setting, Page 22.
Check the operation of the air curtain in Weather Compensation Control (HEATING
ECO mode). The smaller number in the middle of the screen shows the actual
discharge air temperature and the larger number at the left of the screen indicates the
discharge air ‘target temperature’ as calculated against the outdoor air temperature by
the heating curve above (see User Instructions, Page 33).
Now set the Function Limit in the PAR-W21MAA Remote Controller to skip the Hot
Water mode and Anti-freeze mode (refer to Figure 3):
1. Press button I to switch air curtain OFF
2. Hold down button E and button D together for 2 seconds, screen will say
‘CHANGE LANGUAGE’
3. Press button E , screen will say ‘FUNCTION SELECTION’
4. Press button G , screen will say ‘LOCKING FUNCTION’
5. Press button G again, screen will say ‘SELECT HEATING’
6. Press button D , screen will say ‘SELECT HEATING ECO’
7. Press button D again, screen will say ‘SELECT HOT WATER’
8. Press button J to change on to oFF on the screen
9. Press button D , screen will say ‘SELECT ANTI-FREEZE’
10. Press button J to change on to oFF on the screen
11. Press button E , screen will say ‘MODE SELECTION’ – flashing!
12. Hold down button E and button D together for 2 seconds and this
instruction is written to the PAR-W21MAA Remote Controller
NB. It is also possible to skip HEATING mode (Discharge Air Temperature Control)
using the above key strokes so only the more energy efficient Weather
Compensation Control (HEATING ECO mode) can be selected.
In case of difficulty refer to the Mitsubishi Electric instruction booklet that comes with the PAR-W21MAA
Remote Controller, Section 6 – Operation mode skip setting, Page 19 & 20.
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If the Air Curtain is set-up for :-
Inlet Air Temperature Control
or
Room Air Temperature Control
(air curtain has been modified during commissioning)
Switch the Mode Button on the PAR-30MAA Remote Controller to ‘HEAT’ and adjust
the target temperature to 28°C maximum setting using the + Temp. Button. Check
that the air stream from the discharge grille warms up across the whole length of the
air curtain after approximately 15 minutes of operation and that the air stream reaches
right down across the doorway with the door open or closed.
If the end user is to operate the air curtain with a Remote Controller it can be set-up to
monitor room air temperature at the controller instead of return air temperature at the
air inlet of the air curtain. If this is required see the Mitsubishi Electric remote controller
instructions for details.
If it is intended that the air curtain is to ever operate in cooling mode* switch the Mode
Button on the PAR-30MAA remote controller to ‘COOL’ and adjust the target
temperature to 14°C minimum setting using the - Temp. Button. Wait for the air
curtain air stream to go cold. Check there is no debris in the outlet spout, there are no
kinks in condensate hoses and the condensate pump (if used) will operate. It is
unlikely that condensate will fill the drain tray straight away so it will be necessary to fill
the tray manually with water to see if the condensate removal system is working
satisfactorily. If an alarm sensor is fitted in the drain tray, check it operates to stop the
air curtain cooling if the drain tray becomes too full. Test the air curtain for a time in
cooling mode with the hinged recessed grille closed and if environmental conditions
permit check that condensate is being collected and pumped away by the condensate
pump. No condensate should leak out of the air curtain. At the end of the cooling test
open the hinged recessed grille and check that the inside of the air curtain has
remained dry and that all condensate was collected by the removal system.
* For the air curtain to operate in cooling mode the plug must be removed from CNX5 on the PAC-IF010
Interface PCB (see Wiring Diagrams 1 & 2 on Pages 18 and 19). There must also be a condensate
disposal system fitted.
If the end user is to operate the air curtain with a PAR-30MAA Remote Controller, set
up the No.1 locking function on the controller so they can only switch the air curtain
ON or OFF, with no control of mode or target temperatures. See user instructions for
the Mitsubishi Electric PAR-30MAA Remote Controller.
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If the air curtain is to be operated from a BMS System or Centralised Controller this
should be configured so that the air curtain can only operate in HEAT or FAN mode if it
is not fitted with a condensate disposal system. The air curtain should only be
configured to operate in or COOL mode if it is fitted with a condensate disposal
system.
Switch off the electrical power to the Air Curtain and the Mitsubishi Electric Outdoor
Unit. Carefully slide the Interface PCB back into place and re-plug the Filter Indication
connection into CN105 if removed earlier. Ensure cables are not trapped inside and refit
the retaining screw.
The filter indicator schedule is based on fan operating hours. For the default schedule,
shown schematically below, the inlet grilles should be vacuum cleaned every 240hrs of
fan operation (3 to 4 weeks depending on use) and a full service should take place
every 960hrs of fan operation (4 to 6 months depending on use).
START
Fan operating hours
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The factory set default schedule is suitable for most applications. However, the actual
frequency of cleaning required will depend on the environment. Two alternative filter
indicator schedules are available, and can be selected by changing the ‘jumper’ position
(marked 1, 2 or 3) on the Filter Indicator PCB.
Switch off the electrical power to the Air Curtain. Open the hinged recessed inlet grille
(see Section ‘To gain access inside the Air Curtain’, Page 15).
jumper
Power-up both the Outdoor Unit and the Air Curtain and re-check the operation of the
unit.
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Hand-over to End-User
Before leaving site it is important that there is a 'Hand-Over Meeting' to hand-over the
heat pump system and air curtain installation to the end user or their representative.
This should include a full and clear explanation of how the system operates and a
demonstration showing the air curtain running. Be sure to explain the Filter Indicator
Schedule, that the air inlet grilles and air filters must be regularly vacuum cleaned and
the unit serviced at regular intervals. See “Servicing the Air Curtain” page 35.
If the air curtain is to be operated with Inlet Air Temperature Control or Room Air
Temperature Control using a PAR-30MAA remote controller:-
Make sure the end user understands how the heat pump system works. That the air
curtain operates in FAN (Ambient) mode or in HEAT mode with a fixed target
temperature of, say, 24°C. If a condensate drain system has been installed and it is
intended that the unit is to operate in cooling mode, show the end user how the COOL
mode operates. Leave the system set to HEAT and lock all buttons on the PAR-
30MAA remote controller except the ON/OFF button before leaving site (Locking
Function No.1).
Explain how the fan speeds operate if there is a door operated fan speed switch, remote
3-speed fan switch or if the fan speed has been fixed.
If the air curtain is to be operated under the control of a BMS System or Centralised
Controller, explain all the settings and demonstrate the operation of the system. That
the air curtain should be operated in FAN (Ambient) mode or in HEAT mode with a fixed
target temperature of, say, 24°C. It is vital they understand that the air curtain must not
be run in COOL mode if a condensate drain system has not been installed.
If a condensate pump and drain system has been fitted and the air curtain is to be
operated in COOL mode explain that the target temperature should be adjusted to a
comfortable level of cooling, not necessarily to the lowest target temperature possible
as this uses a lot more energy and increases the carbon footprint.
Explain to the end user that the doorway should be closed whenever possible but
that during times of high pedestrian use it will become effectively ‘open doorway’.
The air curtain serves an essential purpose by saving energy and providing
comfort to the occupants when compared to an open doorway with no air curtain
fitted.
Ensure that all instructions and manuals are handed to the end user or their
representative.
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USER INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE AIR CURTAIN
PAR-W21MAA
Remote Controller
3-Speed Fan Switch (if fitted)
HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW
Turn the air curtain OFF by pressing the ON/OFF Button on the PAR-W21MAA Remote
Controller and the air curtain fans will stop within a few seconds. Do not turn off if
DEFROST shows on the screen, wait until 3 minutes after defrost has finished.
FAN only (ambient air curtain) – If using HEATING ECO mode the air curtain will
automatically change to FAN only (airstream not heated) if the outdoor air temperature
is above 15°C. If using HEATING Mode select the lowest possible target temperature of
20°C.
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USER INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE AIR CURTAIN
PAR-30MAA
Remote Controller
Turn the air curtain OFF by pressing the ON/OFF Button on the PAR-30MAA Remote
Controller and the air curtain fans will stop within a few seconds. Do not turn off if
DEFROST shows on the screen, wait until 3 minutes after defrost has finished.
If the PAR-30MAA Remote Controller is not locked the following functions operate:-
HEAT Mode:
Press the Mode Button on the Remote Controller until Heat appears on the display.
Adjust the target temperature using the - or + Temp. buttons between 22°C and 28°C
maximum. This is the normal mode of operation for the heat pump air curtain and it
should run in this set-up with no further adjustments, automatically heating as required.
Allow time for the air stream to heat up.
COOL Mode: (only use if a condensate pump and drain system is fitted)
Press the Mode Button on the Remote Controller until Cool appears on the display.
Adjust the target temperature using the - or + Temp. buttons between 24°C and 19°C
(minimum recommended). Allow time for the air stream to cool. Do not necessarily use
the lowest target temperature possible as this uses more energy and carbon resources.
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SERVICING THE AIR CURTAIN
Vacuum Clean the Air Inlet Grille / Filter
(Fortnightly, or when the Filter Dirty Indicator shows PERMANENT RED)
Open the hinge down recessed grille and reset the Filter
Dirty Indicator after cleaning by a quick press of the Reset
Button.
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The air inlet filter can now be unclipped from the
top of the grille and brushed and vacuum cleaned.
Refit the filter opposite to removal. The filter is durable but may need to be replaced
after a number of service intervals.
Vacuum clean and remove any build-up of dust, dirt and debris within the air-curtain,
especially on the fans.
Note: Fan motors are permanently lubricated and require no additional lubrication.
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Check there are no kinks in condensate hoses. If the condensate pump is a peristaltic
type change the rubber pump head tube. Refit drain tray opposite to removal.
Once the air curtain has been cleaned, visually inspect the air curtain components.
Ensure pipe temperature sensors are located in their pockets and any foam insulation
covering these pockets is un-damaged. Check that the thermal overheat cut-out switch
(two on a HP2000DXE R unit) has not tripped (see Section – Commissioning, Page 22).
Check all electrical connections and terminals within the unit are tight and that crimp
connections have not become loose.
Close the hinged inlet grille and re-fasten the quarter turn fasteners.
Switch on the electrical supplies and fully function test the air curtain to ensure correct
operation (see Section – Commissioning, Page 22).
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Fault Finding
If the Thermoscreens Heat Pump Air Curtain System does not operate as expected refer
to the fault finding table below:
If the Heat Pump Air Curtain system is still not operating correctly call for a Mitsubishi
Electric Service Agent.
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Warranty
If any problems are encountered with the heat pump warm air curtain please contact
your Mitsubishi Electric Service Agent.
Care has been taken in compiling these instructions to ensure they are correct, although
Thermoscreens Ltd. disclaims all liability for damage resulting from any inaccuracies
and/or deficiencies in this documentation. Thermoscreens Ltd. retain the right to change
the specifications stated in these instructions.
Thermoscreens Ltd
St. Mary’s Road Nuneaton
Warwickshire England
CV11 5AU
Email: [email protected]
Tel: + 44 (0) 24 7638 4646
Fax: + 44 (0) 24 7638 8578
www.thermoscreens.com
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Thermoscreens Ltd
St. Mary’s Road
Nuneaton
Warwickshire
CV11 5AU
United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (0)24 7638 4646
Fax: +44 (0)24 7638 8578
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
as defined by the EC Council Directive on Machinery 2006/42/EC, the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC,
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC, the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC,
the Energy related Products Directive 2009/125/EC
Herewith we declare that the air movement equipment designated below, on the basis of its design and
construction in the form brought onto the market by us in accordance with the relevant safety, health and
performance requirements of the Machinery.
If alterations are made to the machinery without prior consultations with us, this declaration becomes invalid.
Series Type : HP1000 DXE; HP1000R DXE; HP1500 DXE; HP1500R DXE; HP2000 DXE,
HP2000R DXE
Signed :
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