Biddle HR 12 User manual

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Manual
Heat recovery unit
Model HR 12
Version 1.0
Original Manual English

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. . . Contents
1 Introduction 4
1.1 About this manual 4
1.2 How to read this manual 4
1.3 About the unit 5
1.4 Components and accessories 9
1.5 Safety instructions 10
2 Installation 11
2.1 Inspection on delivery 11
2.2 Hanging the unit up 11
2.3 Connecting the unit to the ventilation system 13
2.4 Installing condensate drain 14
2.5 Connecting the unit to Modbus 14
2.6 Installing the b-touch control panel (accessory) 16
2.7 Installing sensors for control (accessory) 17
2.8 Installing external controls 18
2.9 Connecting the unit to the mains supply 19
2.10 Switching on and checking operation 21
3Operationviab-touch 27
3.1 Control panel 27
3.2 The Home screen 28
3.3 Main menu 30
3.4 Preferences 31
3.5 Settings 32
3.6 Configuration 32
3.7 Maintenance 37
3.8 USB 39
4 Operation via Modbus 41
4.1 Frequently used register addresses 41
4.2 All register addresses 47
5Errors 48
5.1 Resolving simple problems 48
5.2 Remedying errors that are accompanied by an error message 49
5.3 Reading out errors 49
5.4 Error codes registers 49
5.5 Error messages on the control panel 50
5.6 Remedying errors that are not accompanied by an error message 50

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6 Maintenance 52
6.1 Introduction 52
6.2 Replacing the filter 52
6.3 Cleaning the unit 53
6.4 Scheduled maintenance 53
7 Service 54
7.1 Cleaning the plate heat exchangers 54
7.2 Removing the control circuit board 56
7.3 Connecting the control circuit board 56
7.4 Fuses 57
7.5 Setting the unit code 57
7.6 Resetting the PIN code 58
7.7 Copying the settings 59
7.8 Updating the software 60
7.9 Composition of the Biddle control cable 62
8 Dismantling 63
9 Addresses 65
Keywords 66

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1. . Introduction
1.1 About this manual
This manual describes the installation, operation and mainte-
nance of the heat-recovery unit HR. The manual also provides
instructions and information for servicing activities.
1.2 How to read this manual
1.2.1 Designations used in the manual
The following symbols are used in the manual:
Note:
nRefers to an important section in the text.
Caution:
cIf you do not carry out the procedure or action
correctly, you may cause damage to the unit.
Follow the instructions precisely.
Warning:
wIf you do not carry out the procedure or
action correctly, you may cause physical injury
and/or damage.
Follow the instructions precisely.
Danger:
dIs used to designate actions that are not
permitted.
Ignoring this prohibition may lead to serious
damage or to accidents resulting in physical
injury.

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1.2.2 Symbols used on the unit and in the manual
The following symbols indicate possible risks or hazards. The
same symbols will also be found on the unit.
1.2.3 Related documentation
In addition to this manual, the following documentation is also
supplied with the unit:
• wiring diagram for installation and servicing.
1.3 About the unit
1.3.1 Application
The unit is designed to use heat recovery on ventilation air.
Other versions and intended use
Warning:
wApplications other than those described
above are deemed to be ‘usage other than for
the intended purpose’. Biddle is not liable for
damage or loss resulting from usage other
than for the intended purpose. Usage for the
intended purpose also entails observance of
the instructions in this manual.
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
wYou have accessed a section of the unit containing components which carry
a voltage.
Access restricted to qualified maintenance staff only.
Caution is required.
wYou have accessed a section of the unit with running fans.
Caution is required.

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1.3.2 Type designation
In combination, the type designations constitute the type
code.
HR 12
1.3.3 Symbols on the unit
airflow
1.3.4 Type plate
The type plate is located on the side of the basicunit.
Designations on the type plate
TYPE CODE ELEMENT DESIGNATION MEANING
product series HR general designa-
tion for the series
capacity 12 1200 m3/h
AIRFLOW SYMBOL
supply air
extract air
exhaust air
fresh air
DESIGNATION MEANING
Type complete type code of the unit
Noserial number, production week and
year
Mweightofunit
Medium medium

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1.3.5 Field of application
Observe the following limits for the unit:
Operating limits for all models
Warning:
wThe unit may not be used in potentially
explosive environments, outdoors or in very
dusty or aggressive air conditions.
Biddle shall not be held liable for damage caused by
use under these conditions.
Sound levels
Maximum sound power level in ducts
pmax maximum permissible operating pres-
sure
U power supply voltage
Imax max. current
Pmotor max. power consumption by fans
DESIGNATION MEANING
Ambient conditions Temperature 5 °C to 40°C
Relative air
humidity
20% - 95%, not
condensing
Power supply voltage see type plate
Power see type plate
SOUND POWER LEVEL
(LWRE. 10-12 W)
OCTAVE BAND CENTRE FREQUENCY (HZ)LWA
DB(A)
63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
supply air 73.8 74.8 81.3 62.4 65.3 65.1 56.8 49.9 74.5
extract air 69.9 63.3 72.0 52.0 49.5 43.1 36.4 25.4 64.0
exhaust air 73.8 74.8 81.3 62.4 65.3 65.1 56.8 49.9 74.5
fresh air 69.9 63.3 72.0 52.0 49.5 43.1 36.4 25.4 64.0

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Maximum sound power level in unit housing
Maximum sound pressure level in standard room
Maximum number of units to be connected
The number of ventilation units that can be connected to the
heat recovery unit depends on the unit’s capacity and the
effective capacity of the ventilation units that are to be con-
nected.
If in doubt, consult your Biddle advisor.
See also:
1.3.4 "Type plate" on page 6
1.3.6 CE declaration
The unit is compliant with the applicable CE standards. The
complete CE Declaration of Conformity can be found at:
www.biddle.info.
1.3.7 Modifications and changes
Without the approval of Biddle, no changes or modifications
may be made to the unit that could adversely affect safety. The
CE declaration is no longer valid if the unit has been modified
or changed in any way.
TECHNICAL SPEED DB(A)
(LWA RE.10-12 W)
10 V DC (high speed) 61
8 V DC 59
6 V DC 55
5 V DC 49
TECHNICAL SPEED DB(A)
(LPA RE.2X10-5 N/M2)
10 V DC (high speed) 53
8 V DC 51
6 V DC 47
5 V DC 41

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1.4 Components and accessories
1.4.1 Components supplied
Note:
nThe illustration shows the unit from above.
The unit consists of the following components:
• supply fan 1
• extract fan 2
•freshairfilter3
• extract air filter 4
• heat exchanger 5
• Electronics box 6
• Air dampers to fresh air7
• Pressure switch over the heat exchanger
• Pressure switch over the fresh air filter
1.4.2 Accessories
• Flexible manchets 0
• Pressure switch over extract air filter @
• Dirty filter warning lamp (during transport, this is stored in
the electronics module)
•b-touch operating panel with Biddle control cable
•Sensorforcontrol:
-CO
2sensor
•Smokedetector
1.4.3 Components not supplied
The following components required for installation must be
obtained from third parties:
• threaded rods M10
• mains power cable
• control cable to building management system
• drain pipe with trap for condensate drainage

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1.5 Safety instructions
1.5.1 Safety in use
Warning:
wDo not put any objects into the inlets and
outlets.
Warning:
wDo not obstruct the unit’s inlets or outlets.
Caution:
cIn exceptional situations, water may run out of the
unit. Therefore, do not place anything under the unit
that could be damaged as a result.
1.5.2 Safety issues relating to installation, mainte-
nance and servicing
Danger:
dThe unit may only be opened by qualified
technical staff.
Warning:
wPerform the following actions before opening
the unit:
1. Switch the unit off,.
2. Disconnect the mains supply (switch off the isolation
switch).
3. If you are going to carry out maintenance or repairs on
electrical components: switch the mains supply group off.

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2. . Installation
Warning:
wInstallation activities may only be performed
by technical staff qualified for this purpose.
Warning:
wBefore starting installation: read the safety
instructions.
See also:
1.5 "Safety instructions" on page 10
2.1 Inspection on delivery
• Check the unit and the packaging to ensure that they have
been delivered in good order. Notify the driver and the
supplier immediately if any shipping damage is detected.
• Ensure that all components are present. Notify supplier of
any missing parts immediately.
See also:
1.4 "Components and accessories" on page 9
2.2 Hanging the unit up
2.2.1 Determining the location of the unit
• Make sure that the structure from which the unit is about
to be suspended can bear at least 4 times the weight of the
unit. The unit’s weight is indicated on its type plate.
• The distance between the floor and the unit’s underside
must be more than 2.7 m due to the accessibility of the
inspection hatch.
• Make sure that the electronics and the pressure meters on
the unit’s long side remain easily accessible.
For this, keep 50 cm of space free on the side of the elec-
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• In exceptional situations, water may run out of the unit.
Make sure that this cannot cause any damage or danger-
ous situations.
• Consult the symbols on the unit for the right position:
- and : channels to the interior space
- and : channels to the outside
See also:
1.3.4 "Type plate" on page 6
2.2.2 Hanging the unit up
Fixing the threaded rods
Fix threaded rods M10 in accordance with the dimensions in
the table. Make sure the threaded rods are perpendicular.
Note:
nThe threaded rods must be secured, otherwise the
unit may fall down.
Hanging the unit up
1. Bring the unit into position.
2. Attach the unit with nuts 1to the threaded rods.
Note:
nMake sure the rubbers and rings 2for damping stay
in the right place.
Caution:
cEnsure that the unit hangs level and horizontal in
both directions.
3. To each threaded rod, apply a lock nut 3.
4. Place manchets (accessory)
- Mount the clamping profiles 4. To do so, use the sup-
plied screws.
- Install the manchet 5.
- Tighten the clamping screws 6.
SIZE DIMENSIONS
A 968 mm
B 1853 mm

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Securing the unit
1. Secure the suspension to the threaded rods by tightening
all lock nuts 3.
Warning:
wThe threaded rods must be secured,
otherwise the unit may fall down.
2.3 Connecting the unit to the ventilation system
Using channel sections, connect the unit to the fresh air, the
inside air and to the ventilation units.
When opting for the duct cross-section, take into account:
• The maximum allowable pressure difference for the
required capacity. (see diagram under 2.10.5 Calibrate air
volume)
• The desired maximum air velocity.
Note:
nWhen adapting to different duct diameters, use
sufficient length in order to prevent turbulence.
If the duct cross-section is too small, this may lead
to reduced capacity and/or noise nuisance.
Note:
nIn order to prevent condensation, Biddle
recommends insulating the channel sections between
the HR unit and the fresh air.
See also:
2.10 "Switching on and checking operation" on page 21

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2.4 Installing condensate drain
The cooling of the air can cause condensation. The unit is fit-
ted with a drain tray(s) to catch condensation water.
1. Connect the connection point 1(15 mm) to a drainage
system.
Caution:
cUse a flexible connection. The drain tray must be
able to turn 90owhen removing the exchanger.
Pay attention to the following installation criteria:
- Make sure the drainage pipe has a drop of at least 1:50.
- Fit the drainage pipe with a trap with dimensions as
shown in the illustration. Fill this with water before the
unit is used for the first time.
Caution:
cThe trap must always be filled with water.
2.5 Connecting the unit to Modbus
2.5.1 Communication parameters
Standard values of the communication parameters for Mod-
Bus are:
The turnaround time between the unit and Modbus is 4.2
msec.
The default value for the Modbus node address is 1.
Note:
nYou can modify the parameters via b-touch
menu > Maintenance > Modbus settings or
via Modbus register addresses 460-464.
A 130 mm
B70mm
COMMUNICATION PARAMETER VALUE
Baud rate 9600
DATA 8
Parity none
Stop bits 1

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2.5.2 Wiring
A twisted-pair cable must be used for connection to the Mod-
bus system. The cable must also have a third core for the
GND (grounding). Normally, a four-pole, twisted-pair cable is
used; one pair is used for communication and one core from
the other pair is used as the GND.
Modbus A = -
Modbus B = +
GND = ground
Note:
nIf there is no communication, this may be caused by
incorrectly connected wiring. Swap the A- and B+
wires.
2.5.3 Connecting the unit to Modbus
2. Lay a cable between the Modbus system and the unit.
3. Lead the cable into the electronic housing.
4. Connect the cable to terminal X382 1of the unit’s con-
trol circuit board, in accordance with the wiring diagram
supplied.
Note:
nThe b-touch control panel is no longer necessary for
the operation. After going through the installation
guide, it can be removed. However, make sure to
keep it to be able to adjust the settings in a later
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2.6 Installing the b-touch control panel (accessory)
2.6.1 Special points regarding the control panel
Positioning
• You can attach the control panel to the electronics mod-
ule, to the wall or to a standard junction box.
Cabling
Note:
nTake the following into account, otherwise errors
may occur:
- The length of the control cable between the control
panel and the unit connected may not exceed 50 m.
- Keep control cables away from electromagnetic fields
and interference sources such as high-voltage cables
and fluorescent light starters.
- Lay control cables out straight or roll them in a bifi-
lar coil by folding cables in half before rolling them.
As a result, the magnetic fields will cancel each other
out to an important extent.
Note:
nUse Biddle control cables only. Standard modular
telephone cable is NOT suitable.
2.6.2 Mounting and connecting the control panel
1. Lay the control cable.
2. Slide the control panel out of the wall holder.
3. Connect the control cable to terminal X397.

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4. Feed the control cable into the electronics module.
5. Connect the cable to X535 1, in accordance with the wir-
ing diagram.
6. Screw the wall holder onto the electronics module, the
junction box or against the wall.
Caution:
cEnsure that the wall behind the wall holder is even.
2.7 Installing sensors for control (accessory)
For some controls, a sensor is required to provide the input:
•automaticCO
2control
Connect the sensor that is to be used to the appropriate con-
nection point in the electronics module.
2.7.1 Installing CO2sensor
With automatic CO2control, the CO2level is supplied by the
building management system (BMS). If this information is not
available, a CO2sensor must be connected.
1. Place the CO2sensor (accessory) in extract channel 1, in
accordance with the supplied instructions.
2. Connect the sensor to X3 (G UI 24VAC) 2in the elec-
tronics module in accordance with the wiring diagram.
Note:
nThe CO2level in the room must be optimal at least
once per week so that the sensor can maintain a
good calibration level.
If this situation does not occur naturally, you can
make it happen by (for example) having the unit start
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2.8 Installing external controls
2.8.1 Special points regarding external controls
Unit input
The unit has an input signal interface. As examples, a smoke
detector or fire alarm can be connected to this.
Connection X3 1is suitable for input signals that are exter-
nally powered.
Caution:
cThe input is designed for controls with potential-free
contacts and must not be loaded.
Note:
nWhen using the input, indicate what response must
be given to an input signal. (Via the b-touch control
panel: menu > Configuration > 60. Function of inputs
or via the building management system: register
address 337_Alarm functions)
Unit output
The unit has an output signal interface (X3). A warning lamp
for dirty filters can be connected to this.
Caution:
cKeep the cable length to a maximum of 3 metres.
2.8.2 Installing smoke detector or fire alarm (acces-
sory)
In emergencies, the unit can emit an alarm signal or even
actively deal with the problem by functioning in a special
mode. (See menu > Configuration > 60. Function of inputs)
This function can be activated by the building management sys-
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1. Place a smoke detector or fire alarm (not supplied) at a
suitable location.
2. Connect the sensor to X3 1in the electronics module in
accordance with the wiring diagram
Note:
nWhen starting the unit, indicate what response must
be given to a signal from the sensor. (Via the b-touch
control panel: menu > Configuration > 60. Function
of inputs or via the building management system:
register address 337_Alarm functions)
2.8.3 Installing dirty filter warning lamp (accessory)
The b-touch control panel gives an alert if one of the filters is
dirty. If the control panel is not available or is hung out of
sight, a warning lamp must be installed.
Note:
nDuring transport, the warning lamp is stored in the
electronics module.
1. Place the warning lamp in a position where it is visible.
2. Using a two-core cable, connect the lamp to terminal X3
1of the electronics module, in accordance with the
wiring diagram.
Caution:
cKeep the cable length to a maximum of 3 metres.
Note:
nThe positions of the + and – contacts in the lamp
are indicated by: + 28V -
2.9 Connecting the unit to the mains supply
2.9.1 Special points regarding the mains supply
Warning:
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Warning:
wThe unit must be connected in accordance
with the applicable local requirements.
Caution:
cFor emergency situations and maintenance, it must
be possible to render the entire system electrically
dead.
Every unit has an isolation switch in order to render
the unit electrically dead in the event of emergency
situations and for maintenance.
Note:
nThe circuit breaker (if modified) must be at least
type B.
To prevent rapid disconnection, type K is recom-
mended preferably with 300 mA.
Warning:
wHowever, do make sure to switch the mains
supply off if you are going to conduct
maintenance on or repair electrical
components.
Note:
nDo not turn the unit on and off at the power supply.
Use the control panel or the building management
system for that.
2.9.2 Connecting the unit
Make sure that there is a power socket (earthed) available at
no more than 1.5 m of the electronics module.
Note:
nThe power socket must remain accessible after
installation so that the unit can be disconnected for
service and maintenance.
Warning:
wDo NOT insert the plug into the power socket
yet.