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© Corroventa Ltd. 

2020.04 

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Overview, controls and connections 

 

The images below show Corroventa K3 HP with its external parts and controls. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Process air filter 

 

Condensation water 
hose 

Durable feet that 
allow stackability and 
prevent damage to 
surfaces. 

Folding handle as well as cable/ 
condensation water hose 
parking 

Operation selector: 

MAN position for 
continuous operation 

HYG position for 
operation controlled by 
external hygrostat 

 

kWh counter 

Connection for 
external hygrostat 

Indicator lamp: 

High/ low 
Ambient 
temperature 

High hot gas 
temperature 

Pump error 

 

Fan speed selector: 

 

High mode for best 
performance 

 

Low mode for 
lowest sound level 

Summary of Contents for K3 HP

Page 1: ...CONDENSING DRYER K3 HP USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ials 5 How the drier works 7 Overview controls and connections 8 Alarm Indicator lamp 9 Electrical connection 10 Starting and operating 10 Transportation 11 Storage 12 Maintenance and service 13 Inspection and cleaning process air filters water filters and cleaning collection receptacles 13 Accessories and consumables 15 Fault tracing 15 Technical data 16 ...

Page 3: ... is difficult to eliminate the humid air from an adsorption dehumidifier K3 HP has an integrated pump for continuous operation The hose for condensation water is routed to a drain sink or similar frost free runoff Properties High capacity level Robust Demand controlled defrosting Easy to transport Stackable Service friendly Time and kWh meter Hygrostat connection Very compact Low weight Ergonomic ...

Page 4: ...he product warranty does not cover damages resulting from the use of defective products No changes or modifications to the machine may be performed without written consent from Corroventa Avfuktning AB The product technical data and or installation and operating instructions are subject to change without notice These user instructions contain information protected by applicable intellectual proper...

Page 5: ...ier and people 10 The machine must be used and transported upright 11 The drier must always be upright when it is in operation Place the drier on a firm and flat surface so that it cannot overturn 12 Do not damage the electrical cable Extension cables must be intact and of the right quality and dimension They must nor run through water or over sharp edges 13 Never carry or drag the drier by the el...

Page 6: ... and must be controlled to prevent corrosion or mould growth At 100 RH the air is saturated and the moisture falls in the form of small water droplets Steel corrodes at 60 RH and at 70 RH there is a risk of mould A rule of thumb is that 50 RH is a good climate for most materials The dryer contains Propane R290 a natural refrigerant with low environmental impact The refrigerant gas is flammable Ens...

Page 7: ...e achieved in an energy efficient way and when it is difficult to route the wet air out One of the advantages over the adsorption technique is that the heat is not dissipated with the wet air from the room An adsorption dehumidifier with air cooled condenser like L4 bridges these properties by working within a large area including the primary area of the condensing dehumidifier In other words it i...

Page 8: ...ain the water because of a pinched hose or other fault the overflow sensor 5 activates which stops the machine The dry and cold air then goes through the condenser 3 where it is heated partly by the compressor heater 6 and partly by the energy recovered during the previous transformation of water vapour to water The dry and hot air is then blown into the premises again For optimal operation machin...

Page 9: ... and prevent damage to surfaces Folding handle as well as cable condensation water hose parking Operation selector MAN position for continuous operation HYG position for operation controlled by external hygrostat kWh counter Connection for external hygrostat Indicator lamp High low Ambient temperature High hot gas temperature Pump error Fan speed selector High mode for best performance Low mode fo...

Page 10: ...d restart again If the alarm remains contact a service technician 5 Hot gas sensor fault Internal fault Disconnect the machine from power for a few minutes and restart again If the alarm remains contact a service technician 6 Stop defrosting takes longer than expected Internal fault Disconnect the machine from power for a few minutes and restart again If the alarm remains contact a service technic...

Page 11: ...y the whole house building To minimize power consumption try to ensure that the ambient temperature is approximately 20 C 4 The drier s hose for condensation water is routed to a drain sink or similar frost free runoff for continuous operation 5 For continuous operation set the operation selector to I Man the upper position When using a hygrostat set the selector to position II Hyg the lower posit...

Page 12: ...tions For use on sensitive surfaces note the following When the machine is turned off any frost on the evaporator thaws and if there is a lot of frost this can cause spillage because the pump is off Transportation Secure the drier well when being transported If the machine toppled over during transportation the machine must stand upright for at least 30 minutes prior to starting ...

Page 13: ...ge K3 HP can be stored stacked on top of each other as shown below thus saving floor space The machine must always be stored upright frost free and in a ventilated area without sources that may cause sparking or near flammable substances ...

Page 14: ...ning other than those recommended by the manufacturer Replace the process air filter frequently preferably before each new job it is installed for and clean the drier regularly as dust and dirt reduce capacity and may cause overheating and fire Inspection and cleaning process air filters water filters and cleaning collection receptacles Inspect or clean water filters annually or more frequently if...

Page 15: ...necessary Reinstall the water filter Cleaning collection receptacles 3 Remove the process air filter and water filter according to point 1 2 4 Slacken off the 4 mounting screws and remove the filter grille for the process air filter 5 Carefully remove the collection receptacle If necessary the cover can be unclipped from the collection receptacle This facilitates cleaning and access to the overflo...

Page 16: ...the support edge and seals tightly Accessories and consumables The following parts are available as accessories and consumables for K3 HP Part number Designation 01100 Hygrostat HS1 5 5m cable 1002406 Condensation water filter 1002412 Process air filter Fault tracing Fault symptom Probable cause Actions The capacity of the drier seems to be low Low ambient temperature or low relative air humidity ...

Page 17: ...erature is kept within the machine s operating range 9 C to 38 C and note that the capacity increases with increasing temperature Technical data Type LAF 50 LAF 50E LAF 50E2 LAF 100 LAF 100E LAF 150 LAF 150E K3 HP Operating range RH 30 100 Operating temperature range C 9 to 38 Rated output W 730 Actual output W 400 Dehumidification at 20 C 60 RH litres per 24 hours 12 Dehumidification at 28 C 80 R...

Page 18: ...nd hires out high quality products for dealing with water damage moisture odours and radon We are one of the market leaders and specialise in innovation within the industry Our products are compact effective ergonomic and energy efficient In emergency situations and during flooding Corroventa s customers have access to one of the largest rental parks in Europe We have sales offices and machine dep...

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