Exodraft RHG, Manual

Page 1: ...Your energy Optimized Chimney Fan RHG UK Read and save these instructions ...

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Page 3: ...istance 12 Installation onto a brick chimney 13 Installation onto a steel chimney 15 Multiple fans on chimney 17 Electrical installation 18 Isolation switch 18 Startup and configuration 19 System testing 19 Operating the fireplace using the EFC21 controller 19 Testing flue gas extraction and the pressure switch setting 20 Care and cleaning 21 Troubleshooting 22 UK Conformity Assessed 26 Declaratio...

Page 4: ...r waste and disposed of according to national legislation to protect the environment and personnel that may come into contact with waste How to use this manual This manual has been prepared based on the specific product and contains relevant technical information and installations guides Accessories and spare parts are not covered by this manual Please refer to the individual manuals of these compo...

Page 5: ...rks a dangerous situation that in the worst case scenario can cause serious personal injury or significant damage to the product Electricity hazard High Voltage Marks a situation in which caution is advised due to the risk of high voltage electric shock which can cause serious personal injury or significant damage to the product Connect an earth terminal to the ground Failure to observe instructions...

Page 6: ...before mounting the fan to avoid chimney fires Prior to servicing the product disconnect the power and ensure that it cannot accidentally be reconnected Exodraft always recommends the use of a smoke alarm when a solid fuel fireplace is installed If the Exodraft fan system has been designed for solid fuel multi fuel installations please ensure that the design meets the requirements of BS EN15287 1 If...

Page 7: ...vice about other Exodraft products www exodraft com Scope of supply Exodraft RHG chimney fan Mineral wool mat for vibration free mounting Packet with location brackets and nuts Installation manual and user instructions Accessories and spare parts The table below shows the accessories and spare parts available for the RHG models Accessories Spare parts Flanges for steel chimneys Motors RSD Dilution...

Page 8: ...stallation of additional components that have not been tested approved with the product Any damage resulting from continued use of the product despite an evident defect Failure to use original spareparts and accessories Failure to use the product as intended Exceeding or failure to meet the limit values in the technical data Force majeure Technical specifications The RHG fan is designed for horizo...

Page 9: ...mension mm rpm V Amp kW kg A B Ø C D E Ø RHG160 41 1400 1 x 230 0 40 0 09 10 230 290 187 103 142 Power consumption at ambient temperature of 20 C The RPM of the above fan models are infinitely adjustable The motor is overload protected Motor protection IP rating IP54 Insulation class F ...

Page 10: ...se plate 3 Motor 4 Cooling plate 5 Pressure differential switch PDS 6 Pressure sensors 7 Impeller 8 Bottom section 9 Guide vanes 10 Inlet ring 11 Armoured cable and connecting cable 12 Mineral wool mat 13 Location brackets bolts and nuts etc RHG 3 5 6 1 7 4 2 12 13 11 8 9 10 ...

Page 11: ...nvironment where no major pressure fluctuations occur However to secure an optimal use of the Exodraft system speed adjustments and adjustment of air intakes are required depending on the weather outside and on the stage of the firing process Gas fireplaces and individual gas fired boilers used in restaurants are exposed to major pressure changes due to factors like the constant opening closing of...

Page 12: ...tered in the Gas Safe Register Details of local installers can be obtained by accessing the website at www gassaferegister co uk Positioning of the chimney fan The chimney fan can be mounted horizontally or vertically Be aware of national law and building regulations Minimum distance The minimum distance to flammable materials must be at least 500 mm national legislation must be observed RHG RHG M...

Page 13: ...ace at any point around the circumference of the hole 20 mm 2 Fit the location brackets in the grooves on the underside of the bottom section and fasten using the nuts and bolts supplied Please note that the bolts must be inserted from beneath RHG 3 Adjust the distance between the location brackets to fit the inside diameter of the chimney and then tighten the nuts Note that there should be a 2 4 ...

Page 14: ...ease make sure that the nuts in the location brackets have been tightened the connection on the armoured cable has been fastened The armoured cable must hang straight down from the fan the chimney fan is securely closed when opening closing the fan support the upper part with your hand NOTICE The end user should be made aware of the fact that the chimney fan must always remain switched on when the...

Page 15: ...e mineral wool mat that matches Note that there must always be a minimum of 20 mm of mat surface at any point around the circumference of the hole 20 mm 3 Cut the corners off the mineral wool mat so there is room to fit the vibration dampers If a temperature sensor is to be installed with the chimney fan cut a groove in the mineral wool mat that is big enough for the sensor Now place the mineral w...

Page 16: ... has been fastened The armoured cable must hang straight down from the fan the chimney fan is securely closed when opening closing the fan support the upper part with your hand NOTICE The end user should be made aware of the fact that the chimney fan must always remain switched on when the fireplace boiler is in use RHG RHG RHG 7 To avoid rainwater from entering the chimney fan the slots and holes...

Page 17: ...ely important that the fans are of the same model and size and they must be controlled in tandem by one motor speed control A similar approach should be taken if the flue size exceeds the fan base dimensions The adapter plate should be sized so it covers the flue and secured A hole should be cut in the center of the plate and the fan mounted centered over the hole Multiple fans on a steel chimney ...

Page 18: ...to the fan must respect current applicable national legislation Exodraft motor Grundfos motor 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 AUX MAIN t P BN BK BU 4 5 3 1 2 1 2 3 4 NO NC C N L1 5 YEGN POWER SUPPLY 1 x 230 V 50 Hz 6 x 0 75 BK BN BU 3 x 0 75 YEGN Isolation switch In accordance with the provisions of the applicable EU Machinery Directive a combustion gas fan must always have an isolation switch fitted The isolatio...

Page 19: ...iance water heater furnace etc is working properly after the chimney fan has been switched on Make sure that no flue gases are spilling out as this can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning B A Press the ON OFF button The operating LED B will flash GREEN until the correct chimney draught is confirmed If it flashes YELLOW then the Air inlet must be opened The operating LED will then become GREEN and th...

Page 20: ...s enter the room without the failsafe system shutting off the gas supply the pressure switch PDS must be adjusted to a higher setting If the sound pressure level is very high reduce the speed of the chimney fan Then perform the test once more and repeat this procedure if necessary The procedure must always be concluded with a test During such a test all windows and doors must be closed and any ven...

Page 21: ...d always be cleaned by a trained professional chimney sweep Gas appliances should be checked for safety once a year by a installer registered in the Gas Safe register Note The motor in the fan has ball bearings that are sealed lifetime lubricated and maintenance free Should replacement of the bearings be required this should be carried out by properly qualified personnel only Cleaning procedure St...

Page 22: ...s the axial vane impeller stick Check capacitor and replace if necessary Clean the fan The fan seems to work fine but there is not enough draught The fan may be undersized The capacitor may be worn out The flue is damaged blocked Replace with a larger fan Check capacitor and replace if necessary Check the flue chimney sweep The fan vibrates The motor shaft may be bent The fan needs cleaning Incorr...

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Page 26: ...ucts Were manufactured in conformity with the provisions of the following regulations The Supply of Machinery Safety Regulations 2008 Electrical Equipment Safety Regulations 2016 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Langeskov 01 11 2022 Managing Director Anders Haugaard UK Conformity Assessed RHG160 ...

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