Corroventa K5 hp px User manual

CONDENSING DRYER

K5 HP PX

USER MANUAL

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Contents

Area of use........................................................................................................................................... 2

Delivery check ..................................................................................................................................... 2

Manufacture directive......................................................................................................................... 3

Safety information............................................................................................................................... 4

Relative humidity and its impact on materials.................................................................................... 5

This is how the dryer works................................................................................................................. 7

Overview, controls and connections................................................................................................... 8

Alarm/Indicator lamp .......................................................................................................................... 9

RED .................................................................................................................................................. 9

YELLOW ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Electrical connection ......................................................................................................................... 10

Starting and operating....................................................................................................................... 10

Transportation................................................................................................................................... 11

Storage .............................................................................................................................................. 12

Bucket................................................................................................................................................ 13

Maintenance and service .............................................................................................................. 14

Inspection and cleaning of process air filters, water filters and cleaning of drip trays and bucket . 15

Accessories and consumables ........................................................................................................... 16

Fault tracing........................................................................................................................................... 16

Technical data ....................................................................................................................................... 17

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User instructions K5 HP PX

Area of use

Condensing dryer K5 HP PX is primarily intended for professional use. It has been specially developed

for use in occupied areas in event of emergency damage or where it is difficult to eliminate the

humid air from an adsorption dehumidifier or run-off water from a more stationary condensing

dryer. K5 HP PX has a built-in pump to allow continuous operation and a bucket for occasions when it

is difficult to get rid of condensation water.

Properties:

•High capacity level

•Robust

•

Fan has high and low speeds, quiet

operation

•

Demand controlled defrosting

•Easy to transport

•Stackable

•Service-friendly

•kWh counter

•Hygrostat connection

•Very compact

•Low weight

•Ergonomic

•Energy efficient

•Portable and rollable

•K5 HP PX has a thermostat

controlled additional heater that

improves the drying effect.

Delivery check

K5 HP PX is delivered fully assembled and ready to use.

The packaging contains:

Designation

K5 HP PX Dryer Corroventa

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Manufacture directive

Condensing drier K5 HP PX is tested according to applicable directives and standards by Intertek.

The dryer is CE labelled.

Disclaimer

•Incorrect installation and/or incorrect use can cause damage to property as well as injury.

•The manufacturer assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of

failing to follow these instructions, the machine being used for purposes other than those

intended or failure to observe these warnings. Such damage, injury or liability is not covered

by the product warranty.

•The product warranty does not cover consumable parts or normal wear.

•The purchaser is responsible for checking the product upon delivery and before use to

ensure it is in good condition. The 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 property

laws. No part of these user instructions may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or

transmitted to third parties in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of

Corroventa Avfuktning AB.

Any comments regarding the content of this document must be sent to:

Corroventa Avfuktning AB Tel: +46 (0)36-37 12 00

Mekanikervägen 3 Fax +46 (0)36-37 18 30

SE-564 35 Bankeryd E-mail: [email protected]

Sweden

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Safety information

The device can be used by children over 8 years old and people (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they have received

guidance or information on how to use the device safely and understand the risks that may occur.

Children must not play with the device. Cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by

children without the supervision of an adult.

Electrical installations carried out in connection with the dryer installation must be done by a

qualified electrician in accordance with local and national regulations.

1. The dryer is only intended for indoor use.

2. The dryer must not be covered during operation, as this may cause overheating and fire.

3. The dryer's protective covers and shields must always be in place during operation.

4. The dryer must not be used as a worktable, trestle or stool.

5. The dryer is not intended to be stood or climbed on.

6. Never operate the dryer without installing the filter as this may damage the dryer. Ensure

that the filter is clean. If it is blocked, the machine may overheat.

7. Avoid sucking oil, grease or similar into the dryer.

8. The dryer may not be used in areas where it can produce explosive gases.

9. Do not insert objects into the intake or exhaust vents as this could damage the dryer and

people.

10. The machine must be used and transported upright.

11. The dryer must always be upright when it is in operation. Place the dryer 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. If the electrical cable

is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, its’ service personnel or equivalent

qualified personnel.

13. Never carry or drag the dryer by the electrical cable or the drain hose.

14. Using electrical equipment in very damp or wet conditions can be dangerous. Do not operate

the dryer if it is standing in water.

15. Always use an earth-fault breaker to minimize the risk of electric shock.

16. Water must not encounter the dryer's electrical components. If it does, ensure that they are

dried thoroughly before the dryer is used again.

17. Never open the dryer for cleaning or service without first ensuring that the dryer is

disconnected from power.

18. Repairs and maintenance of the dryer's cooling system must be performed by a qualified

refrigeration engineer.

19. Repairs and maintenance of the dryer's electrical system must be performed by a qualified

electrician.

20. The dryer must not be used with accessories other than those described in this manual or

approved by Corroventa Avfuktning AB.

21. The dryer must be placed at a distance of at least half (0.5) a metre from walls and ceilings to

ensure that air can circulate.

22. The equipment must be scrapped in accordance with local regulations.

Contact the supplier of this dehumidifier for further advice on the safety and use of the product.

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Relative humidity and its impact on materials

All air contains a greater or lesser degree of moisture. We cannot see it with the naked eye until it

appears in the form of small water drops against a cold metal or glass surface for example. However,

before it is visible, moisture is already causing problems by affecting materials and manufacturing

processes, causing corrosion and growth of micro-organisms.

Air moisture is measured and usually given in relative humidity (% RH). It is a measurement of how

much water vapour the air contains over how much it can hold in total at a given temperature and

pressure. The higher the temperature, the more water the air can hold, but it is the relative humidity

that is calculated 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.

•Ensure that the cooling circuit's pipelines are not damaged. In case of damage to the

cooling circuit, carry the machine out or ventilate the space and avoid naked flames or

other spark-generating sources.

•Note that the refrigerant gas is odourless.

•The machine must always be stored upright, frost-free and in a ventilated area without

sources that may cause sparking or near flammable substances.

•Do not use agents/methods to accelerate defrosting or cleaning other than those

recommended by the manufacturer.

•The cooling circuit must not be punctured.

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How to choose dehumidification technique for a given situation

Compared to the adsorption principle, condensing dehumidification has the advantage of not having

to route the wet air out from the room.

As a general aid to selecting technology for a given drying situation, it can be said that condensing

dehumidification is the primary choice for drying in warm and humid spaces where drying must be

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 is

the best option for room drying at low temperatures, ideal for emergency damage and construction

dehumidification.

As the graph above shows, condensing dehumidifiers are used in hot and humid spaces if room

drying is required.

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This is how the dryer works

The integrated fan (9) circulates the room air through the dryer. When the moist air passes through

the evaporator (2) it is cooled down to dew point and condensation water is deposited. The water

runs down into the bucket (7) via a condensation filter (4). The condensation water is evacuated from

there automatically by the integrated water pump (10), which can manage a height of up to five

metres. The pump runs continuously and if it does not manage to drain 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 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, machine defrosting is demand controlled and is only activated when the

temperature and humidity conditions are such that frost forms on the cooling coil.

1. Process air filter

2. Evaporator

3. Condenser

4. Drip tray/condensation

filter

5. Overflow sensor

6. Float

7. Bucket

8. Compressor

9. Fan

10. Water pump

11. Additional heater

12. Electronic control

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Overview, controls and connections

The images below show Corroventa K5 HP PX with its external parts and controls.

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

Fan speed selector:

•High position for

optimum performance

•Low position for low

sound level

Indicator lamp red:

•High/ low Ambient

temperature

•High hot gas

temperature

•Pump error

•Presence/overfill

protection for the

bucket

Additional heater

selector:

•On/off

Process air filter

Bucket

Folding handle/

Carry handle

Durable feet that

allow stackability and

prevent damage to

surfaces.

Dry air connectors

for hose connection

Indicator lamp yellow:

•Additional

heater

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Alarm/Indicator lamp

RED

Alarms

Action/advice

Ambient temperature too high.

The fan continues to run. The machine

resumes operation automatically if the

temperature drops.

Ambient temperature too low.

The fan continues to run. The machine

resumes operation automatically if the

temperature rises.

Water level high

The bottom tray is filled with

condensation water. Check that the

condensation hose is not blocked.

Check that the pump runs by holding

the outlets on the condensation water

hose and feel for a small pressure

build up.

Internal sensor fault ambient temperature