Neptronic SKR Series Manual

SKR series
Steam Humidifier
(Patent Pending)
Installation instructions
& user manual
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SKR Humidifier
Foreword
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Foreword
A. These installation instructions and operation manual have been developed to facilitate the installation and the
operation of the SKR series steam humidifier. The strict application of these instructions will ensure the
conformity of your installation and operation as per manufacturer's recommendations.
B. The application of these instructions is one of the conditions for the application of the warranty.
C. The application of these instructions does not ensure at any time conformity to procedures, regulation or local
codes, regarding electrical installation and connection to local water supply.
D. This product has been declared to conform to applicable Canadian and American safety standards and
directives and bear the CSA (c) & (us) mark. The certificate of conformity CSA is available upon request to the
manufacturer.
E. ©2008: All right reserved, this document cannot be reproduced totally or partially by any means whether,
electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording or other, without prior written authorization of National
Environmental Products Ltd.
Manufacturer Presentation
National Environmental Products Ltd. (NEP) is the owner of the Neptronic®brand.
NEP develops, manufactures and services a complete line of:
•Steam humidifiers,
•Humidistat among the most precise and the most reliable on the market,
•Actuators to regulate air damper or valves,
•Electric heaters,
•Thermostats and other control peripherals used to control HVAC equipment.
For more information about our products, visit our web site at www.neptronic.com
Each Neptronic®product benefits from over 25 years of experience of our qualified staff.
From the inspiration to realization, innovation has been the standard in design. As the result of this dedication, NEP
Ltd. owns several patents, notably the ENERDRIVE system and the AFEC system.
Manufacturing is conducted on the premises of our modern 80,000 sq.ft. (8 000m2) facility in Montreal, Canada.
Our quality system is built on the ISO 9001 model.
Our vision '' A Customer for Life'' is realized by listening our customers’ needs and by supplying them with
products, which exceed their expectations in quality, functionality and durability.
National Environmental Products Ltd.
Tel. (Toll free in North America): 1 800 361-2308
Tel.: (1) [phone]
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Fax Customer service: [phone]
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Eastern time)

SKR Humidifier
Table of contents
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Table of contents
Foreword & Manufacturer Presentation…....………………………………………………………………………………………..i
1. Presentation...............................................................................................................................................................2
1.1. Description of accessories supplied with the humidifier.........................................................................................2
1.2. Humidifier overview................................................................................................................................................2
2. Definition ....................................................................................................................................................................3
2.1. Evaporation chamber .............................................................................................................................................3
3. Characteristics ...........................................................................................................................................................3
4. Mechanical installation...............................................................................................................................................4
4.1. General recommendations.....................................................................................................................................4
4.2. Positioning..............................................................................................................................................................4
4.3. Wall mounting.........................................................................................................................................................4
5. Steam output connection ...........................................................................................................................................5
5.1. Typical installation..................................................................................................................................................5
5.2. General recommendations.....................................................................................................................................5
5.3. Recommendations for steam distribution piping....................................................................................................6
5.4. Recommendations for the location of the steam dispersion tube ..........................................................................6
6. Plumbing connections................................................................................................................................................7
6.1. Water supply...........................................................................................................................................................7
6.2. Drain connections...................................................................................................................................................7
7. Power supply connections .........................................................................................................................................9
8. Control diagrams......................................................................................................................................................10
8.1. Control kit R..........................................................................................................................................................10
8.2. Control kit D..........................................................................................................................................................10
8.3. Control kit S..........................................................................................................................................................11
8.4. Controls description..............................................................................................................................................11
9. Control panel display................................................................................................................................................12
10. Description of the control PC Board.........................................................................................................................13
10.1. P.C. Board ........................................................................................................................................................13
11. Start up procedure ...................................................................................................................................................14
12. Description of operation of the SKR.........................................................................................................................14
13. Shut-down procedure...............................................................................................................................................15
14. Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................................15
14.1. General .............................................................................................................................................................15
14.2. Evaporation chamber cleaning.........................................................................................................................15
15. Exploded View and Bill of Material...........................................................................................................................17
15.1. Exploded view...................................................................................................................................................17
15.2. Bill of Material ...................................................................................................................................................17
16. Types of alarm .........................................................................................................................................................18
17. Troubleshooting guide..............................................................................................................................................19
18. Electrical diagram.....................................................................................................................................................20
19. Personal notes.........................................................................................................................................................21
General condition of sales & warranty…..…….…………………………………………………………………………………..22

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1. Presentation
Thank you for choosing a Neptronic®product. You have purchased the best and the most robust humidifier in its
category
1.1. Description of accessories supplied with the humidifier
•1 steam dispersion tube.
•1 length of flexible steam hose.
•2 keys.
•2 adjustable collars to attach the steam hose to the steam outlet.
•1 female fitting to connect the water supply.
•1 control kit (see table below).
Accessories Part # Kit R Kit D Kit S
Controls
Room humidity controller HRR100 Included --- ---
Duct humidity controller HRD100 --- Included Included
Wall mounted remote set point
controller SRR100 --- --- Included
High limit duct humidistat with
integrated air flow switch HRDFS100 Option Option Option
Air flow switch AFPS100 Included Included Included
Window temperature sensor OTW Option Option Option
Cables 10’ (3m) control cable SP 9047 1 length
included 1 length included 2 lengths included
50’ (15m) control cable SP 9048 1 length
included 1 length included 1 length included
•Kit N includes terminals for the connection of controls other than those mentioned in the above table,
please contact NEP for additional information about this option.
1.2. Humidifier overview
(Fig. 1)
Electrical
compartment
High voltage
quick connect
Control panel
Evaporation
chamber
Internal plumbing
assembly Water level
sensors
Water fill
valve

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2. Definition
2.1. Evaporation chamber
Assembly including the stainless steel cylinder and a cover equipped with an electric element.
(Fig. 2)
3. Characteristics
(Fig. 3)
Model Capacity Lb/hr
(kg/hr)
Electrical Requirements Steam outlet
diameter
in (mm)
Weight lb (kg)
Voltage
(V) Current (A) Power (KW) Empty With
water
SKR-14
CASA 4.5
(2.05) 120 12 1.4 7/8"
(22) 22 (10) 35 (16)
SKR-25
VILLA 7.5
(3.41) 240 11 2.5 7/8" (22) 22 (10) 35 (16)
SKR-30
CHATEAU 9
(4.1) 240 13 3.0 1-3/8"
(35) 22 (10) 35 (16)
SKR-40
BELVEDERE 12
(5.45) 240 17 4.0 1-3/8" (35) 22 (10) 35 (16)
Dimple for the alignment
of the cover
C
y
linder
Water cou
p
lin
g
High voltage
quick connect
High temperature switch
quick connect
Steam outlet

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4. Mechanical installation
4.1. General recommendations
•CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCONNECT THE HUMIDIFIER FROM THE ELECTRIC
SUPPLY BEFORE PROCEEDING TO THE MECHANICAL INSTALLATION.
•IMPORTANT: Mechanical installation should conform to Local and National Codes.
•Location: Plan a location which is easy to access in order to permit a proper inspection and servicing of
the humidifier.
Do not install humidifier where failure of the appliance could cause damage to the building structure or to
costly equipment.
This location should be well ventilated; the ambient temperature should not exceed 85°F (30°C).
•The maximum distance between the humidifier and the steam dispersion tube in the ventilation duct
should not exceed 6 feet (1.8m) (maximum length of the steam hose).
4.2. Positioning
•The front panel and the left side (electrical
compartment) should be accessible in order to
permit easy servicing of the humidifier.
Leave a clearance of 36” (0.91m) from the front
panel, 12” (0,30m) from the left side, 6” (0.15m)
from the right side and 8” (0.20) above the
humidifier.
•The SKR humidifier should be mounted 39” to 47po
(1 to 1,2m) above floor for the installation of water
supply, drain piping and electrical connections.
(Fig. 4)
4.3. Wall mounting
•IMPORTANT:
1. Risk of malfunction. The humidifier must
be level.
2. Risk of overheating. Do not block the
ventilation openings located on the top,
front, sides and rear of the cabinet.
•Check the solidity of the chosen support or wall
(bricks, concrete, stud partition wall, etc) on which
the humidifier will be mounted (see page 3 for the
weight of the unit).
•Use the keyholes located on the back panel of the
humidifier.
•Drill holes for the upper anchors (holes with
eyelets) into the support or wall as per dimensions
specified in the table (fig.5). The hole dimensions
(diameter and depth) should be in accordance
with the recommendations of the chosen anchors.
•If necessary, install bolt anchors.
•Insert the 2 screws (holes with eyelet) of a
minimum diameter of 1/4” (6mm) (screws are not
supplied).
Leave a clearance between screw heads and wall
in order to permit the mounting of the humidifier.
•Hang the humidifier on the 2 screws.
•When the humidifier is positioned on the screws,
tighten the screws to secure the humidifier.
(Fig. 5)
Front view
Model Dimensions (mm)
A B C
SKR 2”
(51) 3.06” (78) 1.44” (37)

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5. Steam output connection
5.1. Typical installation
Slope 15% minimum
R: 12'’ minimum
1
2
13
4
(Fig. 6)
5.2. General recommendations
Follow these general installation rules in order to avoid
any condensation accumulation which can cause
severe water accumulation in the duct or a humidifier
malfunction.
IMPORTANT: Risk of malfunction. Avoid kinks,
sags and areas where condensate can become
trapped.
a) The slope of the steam hose (rigid or flexible)
should not be less than 15% (7 horizontal lengths
for 1 vertical length) in order to ensure continuous
drainage of condensation back to humidifier or to a
steam trap.
b) The lowest point of any steam hose or rigid
pipe must be the humidifier (fig.7b). If the
humidifier cannot be the lowest point of the piping,
install a steam trap(s) (S Type) at the lowest
point(s) of the steam supply piping (fig.7c). This
trap should have a minimum height of 3” (76mm).
c) Total length of the steam hose or rigid pipe
should not exceed 6 feet (1,8 meters). Longer
runs will result in added condensation losses and
may result in system malfunction. Minimum radius
of any change of direction should be 12'' (307mm).
A maximum of 2 long radius elbows (12’’) are to be
used on the steam distribution line.
d) Whenever using rigid copper pipe, use insulation to
diminish condensate build up.
(Fig. 7a)
Sag
Kinks
Incorrect installation
Slope
15% minimum
R: 12 '' minimum Insulated copper
pipe (by others)
3''
Steam trap S
R>12''
(Fig. 7b)
(Fig. 7c)
Steam hose
Correct installations
1 Clamps
2 Flexible hose
3 Steam dispersion tube
4 Duct
R Radius

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5.3. Recommendations for steam distribution piping
Model Steam outlet Steam dispersion
tube MAXIMUM allowable duct
static pressure at
dispersion tube location
in. water (Pa)
Qty Diameter
in (mm) Length in (mm)
SKR-14 / 25 1 7/8" (22) 9" (229) 0.5” (125)
SKR-30 / 40 1 1-3/8” (35) 14" (356) 0.5” (125)
IMPORTANT: RISK OF MALFUNCTION. THE STATIC PRESSURE AT THE DISPERSION TUBE
LOCATION SHOULD NOT BE GREATER THAN 0.5” (125 Pa) DURING OPERATION. FAILURE TO
DO SO WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
For a higher static pressure, use the Neptronic
®
SK300 commercial series humidifier.
5.4. Recommendations for the location of the steam dispersion tube
•IMPORTANT: Risk of malfunction.
1. Do not split the steam output piping to
supply more than one duct.
2. Do not reduce the diameter of the steam
hose or piping. Hose and piping diameter
must be the same as the diameter of the
humidifier steam outlet.
•Provide a minimum of 18” (460mm) of straight
duct, without obstructions or elbows,
downstream of the dispersion tube.
•Select an accessible location in the supply air
duct.
•For the SKR-14 & 25, use a template and drill a
1-1/2" (38mm) hole in the supply air duct for the
installation of the of 7/8" diameter dispersion
tube.
•For the SKR-30 & 40, use a template and drill a
2" (51mm) hole of in the supply air duct for the
installation of the of 1-3/8" diameter dispersion
tube.
•Secure the dispersion tube bracket to the duct
using sheet metal screws (not included).
•In a vertical duct installation the holes of the
dispersion pipe should be aligned with the air
flow (see fig. 8d & 8e below).
Air flow Air flow
(Fig. 8d) (Fig. 8e)
Alignment of dispersion pipe Alignment of dispersion pipe
in a vertical duct in a vertical duct
for the SKR-14/25 for the SKR-30/40
Min. 8”
(200mm)
4”(100mm)
3”(76mm)
Air flow Air flow
(Fig. 8a)
Horizontal duct with
a minimum height of 8” (200mm)
Air flow
1/3 H
H>=10”
(254mm)
Air flow
(Fig. 8b)
Horizontal duct with
a minimum height of 10” (254mm)
L/2
L:Min8'’
(200mm)
L/2
Air flow
Down to up
(Fig. 8c)
Mounting of the dispersion tube
in a vertical duct

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6. Plumbing connections
The SKR humidifier can operate with soft or hard water. Therefore, for normal operation, no pre-treatment of
water is necessary.
IMPORTANT: Plumbing installation should conform to Local and National Codes.
6.1. Water supply
•Water inlet specifications:
9IMPORTANT: Risk of malfunction, do not use demineralized water.
9Inlet water pressure: 15 to 70 psig (1 to 4,8 bars)
IMPORTANT: Risk of malfunction. Do not reduce water supply flow.
9Maximum temperature: 85°F (30°C)
93/8'' (10mm) standard copper supply water connection
•To facilitate servicing, a shut off valve (not supplied) should be installed in the water supply line, close to
the humidifier.
•It is recommended to install a standard strainer in the water supply line.
•If required, an air chamber made of copper pipe (see fig. 9) will absorb hydraulic shock, avoiding water
hammer, when the fill valve closes. There are other standard types of air chambers commercially
available.
Please follow the steps below:
1. Connect 3/8'' (10mm) copper pipe to the bottom 3/8'' (10mm) compression fitting (supplied).
2. Hand tighten the swivel top 3/8'' (10mm) fitting to the male threaded valve connection.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to the valve, do not use wrench to tighten swivel.
Fill valve
(in the humidifier)
Humidifier base
Male threaded
valve connection
Swivel top
Compression
fitting
Water line 3/8'’ (10mm) pipe
(by others)
Shut off valve
(by others)
Approximatively 18'’ (457 mm)
Cap
(by others) Air chamber to
avoid water hammer
(by others)
(Fig. 9)

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6.2. Drain connections
•IMPORTANT: No external drain traps are required.
•Drain outlet specification:
9Main drain 1/2” (13mm) standard copper (evaporation chamber).
9Pan drain 1/2” (13mm) standard copper.
9Water drain temperature: 140°F (60°C).
•Two pipes minimum 1” (25mm) (by others) must be inserted over the humidifier outlet pipes
(fig.10). This will create a critical air gap at the drain connections.
NOTE: This air gap is critical for normal drain siphon operation.
Pan drain
Main drain
(evaporation chamber)
Air gap
Minimum 1'' pipe
(by others)
Drain
No drain trap required
Water supply
3/8'' copper pipe
(by others)
Shut off valve
(by others)
Air chamber to avoid
water hammer
(by others)
see sect 6.1
(Fig. 10a)
Correct installation
Main drain (evaporation
chamber) must be straight.
Do not install elbow.
(Fig. 10b)
Incorrect installation

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7. Power supply connections
•CAUTION:
1. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, TURN OFF POWER AT THE EXTERNAL BREAKER/FUSED
DISCONNECT BEFORE PROCEEDING TO THE POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not connect to a circuit operating at more than 150V to
ground.
•IMPORTANT: The wiring to the humidifier should be done by a qualified electrician and conform to procedures,
regulations and local codes.
•Ensure that the voltage required by the humidifier is the same as the available power supply.
•Ensure that the size of the wire conductors is appropriate for the current required by the humidifier.
•A dedicated external breaker/fused disconnect must be installed.
•The ground conductor must be equipped with ring terminal and be connected the indicated location (fig.11).
•Use coppers conductors only.
•Ensure that each terminal connection is properly secured.
•Install the supplied strain relief bushing at the bottom of the electrical compartment for of the supply cable.
(Fig. 11)
Left side view
Terminal
connection
Ground
connection
Opening for
control cables Strain relief bushing for passage
of the electrical cable

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8. Control diagrams
IMPORTANT: Use the cables with jack connectors provided by NEP. No substitution is permitted because the
operation of the unit will be affected.
8.1. Control kit R
Controls:
•PCB: Printed Circuit Board
in the humidifier.
•HR: Wall humidity
controller.
•APS: Airflow proving
switch.
Optional controls:
* APS/HL: Airflow proving
switch and high limit
humidistat.
* OTW: Window
temperature sensor.
Cables:
•Included:
•By others:
8.2. Control kit D
IMPORTANT : The ventilation system fan must operate continuously so the duct sensor (HD) can obtain a
precise reading of the humidity level inside the residence.
Controls:
•PCB: Printed Circuit Board
in the humidifier.
•HD: Duct humidity
controller.
•APS: Airflow proving
switch.
Optional controls:
* APS/HL: Airflow proving
switch and high limit
humidistat.
* OTW: Window
temperature sensor.
Cables:
•Included:
•By others:
(Fig. 12)
(Fig. 13)

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8.3. Control kit S
IMPORTANT : The ventilation system fan must operate continuously so the duct sensor (HD) can obtain a
precise reading of the humidity level inside the residence.
Controls:
•PCB: Printed Circuit Board
in the humidifier.
•SR: Remote set point
controller
•HD: Wall humidity
controller.
•APS: Airflow proving
switch.
Optional controls:
* APS/HL: Airflow proving
switch and high limit
humidistat.
* OTW: Window
temperature sensor.
Cables:
•Included:
•By others:
8.4. Controls description
Control Part
number Description
PCB See section
10 Printed Circuit Board in the humidifier. It incorporates all the control functions. (See section 10–Description of the Control PC board)
HR HRR100
Wall humidity controller with set point adjustment knob and an alarm indicator (red)
(see section 14-Types of alarm).
Locate this item on an inside wall which will serve as a reference for the humidity
level in the residence or the controlled space.
SR SRR100
Remote set point controller with set point adjustment knob and an alarm indicator
(red) (see section 14-Types of alarm). This item requires the use of the duct humidity
controller (HD) HRD100.
HD HRD100
Duct humidity controller with set point adjustment knob and an alarm indicator (red)
(see section 14-Types of alarm). If this item is used with the (SR) SSR100, the
switch on the (HD) HRD100 must be positioned at ROOM SET POINT, otherwise set
the switch to DUCT SET POINT (default).
Install this item in the return duct of the ventilation system.
APS AFPS100
Airflow proving switch with status indicator (green). The indicator is on when
airflow is detected. Install this item on the supply duct up-stream from the steam
dispersion tube. Insert one extremity of the transparent tube into the duct and the
other end into the tube connection P1 of the airflow proving switch.
APS/HL
(Optional) HRDFS100 (Optional)
Airflow proving switch and a high limit humidistat with status indicator (green).
The indicator is on when airflow is detected. This item replaces the (APS) AFPS100.
Install the (APS/HL) HRDFS100 in the supply duct 5 feet (1.5m) down-stream of the
steam dispersion tube.
OTW
(Optional) OTW (Optional)
Window temperature sensor. The OTW is used to prevent condensation on
windows. Install the OTW on the bottom corner of the glass on a window oriented to
the north. Requires 2 wires, 22 AWG (by others) for the connection to the humidifier.
IMPORTANT : Maximum length of each control cable is 100 feet (30m).
(Fig. 14)

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9. Control panel display
(Fig. 15)
Front panel
"ALARM" Indicator (red)
ÑOÒ
flashing One or more abnormal conditions exist. (see section 16-Types of alarm)
ÑOÒMaintenance is required, the humidifier is OFF.
O Normal operation.
''POWER'' Push button and Indicator (green)
ÑOÒThe push button is in the ON position.
ÑOÒ
flashing The push button is in the OFF position and the humidifier is powered.
O Humidifier is not supplied with electric power.
"FILL" Indicator (yellow)
ÑOÒWater supply valve is open.
O Water supply valve is closed.
"STEAM" Indicator (green)
ÑOÒHumidifier is producing steam.
O Humidifier is not producing steam.
''DRAIN'' Push button and Indicator (yellow)
ÑOÒHumidifier is in automatic or manual drain mode.
Press ‘’DRAIN’’ push button to stop an on-going drain cycle.
O Drain mode is off.
''FAN'' Indicator (green)
ÑOÒThe contact to activate the ventilation system fan is closed.
O The contact to activate the ventilation system fan is open.

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10. Description of the control PC Board
•The Printed Circuit Board is equipped with an advanced microprocessor, which controls all humidifier
functions.
•IMPORTANT: Risk of malfunction, use only jack connection control cables provided by NEP Ltd. Do not
substitute.
10.1. P.C. Board
TB2 •Dry contact (TB2) to activate the ventilation system fan
on call for humidity.
(3A, 24 Vac)
TB3 •Dry contact (TB3) for remote alarm annunciation.
(1A, 24 Vac)
TJ2 •Phone jack connector (TJ2) to connect the airflow
proving switch (APS) or the integrated airflow proving
switch and the high limit humidity controller (APS/HL).
TJ1 •Phone jack connector (TJ1) to connect the wall
humidity controller (HR) or duct humidity controller
(HD).
TB6 •Terminal (TB6) to connect the window temperature
sensor (OTW).
DS1
•Dip switch (DS1) settings:
ON
1 2 3
Drain every 2hours of
operation
''Service required''
alarm appear after
750 hours of operation
High limit humidistat is
not used
ON
1 2 3
Drain every 6hours of
operation
''Service required''
alarm appear after
1500 hours of
operation
High limit humidistat
is used.
APS/HL (HRDFS100)
(Fig. 16b)
Dip switch setting
Note: Depending on the local water conditions, service of
the humidifier may be required prior to the ''service
required'' alarm setting (see section 14, Maintenance).
(Fig. 16a)
P.C. Board top view

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11. Start up procedure
Follow this start-up procedure to avoid improper system operation:
1. Ensure that steam distribution, electrical and plumbing connections have been done in accordance with the
instructions in this manual.
a) Remove the humidifier cover.
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, ENSURE THAT THE POWER IS TURNED OFF BEFORE
REMOVING THE COVER.
b) Ensure that the control wiring has been made in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
c) Ensure that dip switches (section 10, DS1) are correctly set.
d) Verify that the drain connections are connected to an open main drain of sufficient diameter.
e) Re-install the humidifier cover.
2. Open the water shut off valve (external to the humidifier).
3. Turn on the power to the humidifier at the breaker/fused disconnect. The ''POWER'' indicator, located on the
control panel, will flash.
4. Press the ''POWER" push button located on the control panel. The ''POWER" indicator will stay on
continuously.
5. Perform a manual cleaning cycle:
a) The fill cycle is activated automatically when the evaporation chamber does not contain water.
b) When the ''FILL'' indicator is off, press the “DRAIN” push button.
c) The ''DRAIN'' indicator will come on and the water will drain from the evaporation chamber.
d) The evaporation chamber will fill with water and drain again.
e) When the ''DRAIN'' indicator turns off, press on the ''POWER" push button.
f) Repeat steps ''b'' through ''e'' one more time to ensure proper cleaning of the evaporation chamber.
6. Your humidifier is now fully operational. No other action is necessary; your SKR humidifier will produce
steam upon demand from control(s).
12. Description of operation of the SKR
•Press the ''POWER'' push button (if the indicator is flashing) to start the humidifier (''POWER'' indicator will
light continuously). If the evaporation chamber does not contain water, the fill cycle is activated
automatically (''FILL'' indicator is on).
•If there is no demand from the humidity controller, the humidifier is in a standby mode (''STEAM'' indicator is
off).
•On a demand of humidity, the contact to activate the ventilation system fan closes (''FAN'' indicator is on)
and the relays close to power the electric element in the evaporation chamber (''STEAM'' indicator is on).
•The water in the evaporation chamber will start to boil and evaporate. The steam is released through the
opening in the cover of the evaporation chamber. The steam will travel in the flexible steam hose and
disperse inside the supply duct through the steam dispersion tube.
•During the evaporation sequence, a certain amount of water is evaporated. The water supply valve will
open to replenish the water in the evaporation chamber.
•Depending on the selected drain period (section 10, fig.16b, DS1-1), the water in the evaporation chamber
will be drained (''DRAIN'' indicator is on) to renew the water and to evacuate the minerals inside the
evaporation chamber.
•The SKR operates at full capacity until the programmed humidity level set point is reached. When the set
point is reached, the humidifier will revert to standby mode. The contact to activate the ventilation system
fan (section 10, fig.16a, TB-2) will remain closed for a period of four minutes after steam production has
stopped.
•When the humidity level is below the set point, the humidifier will produce steam again. If there is no
humidity demand for a period of more than 72 hours, the humidifier will drain the water from the evaporation
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13. Shut-down procedure
During seasonal shut down, the humidifier should be placed out of service.
1. Press ''DRAIN" push button to empty the water from the evaporation chamber, the ''DRAIN'' indicator will be
on.
2. Once the cycle has ended, the ''DRAIN'' indicator will turn off. Close the shut off valve (external to the
humidifier) on the water supply line.
3. Open the main power breaker/fused disconnect switch to the humidifier.
14. Maintenance
14.1. General
•IMPORTANT: Failure to perform the required periodic maintenance will void the warranty.
•The required cleaning frequency can vary from every 2 months to once a year depending on local water
conditions.
•The SKR humidifier is equipped with an internal operating hour counter and a ''service required'' alarm.
Depending on the local water conditions, service of the humidifier may be required prior to the ''service
required'' alarm setting (section 10, DS1-2).
•The routine service is a cleaning of the evaporation chamber.
14.2. Evaporation chamber cleaning
CAUTION: RISK OF BURN. THE EVAPORATION CHAMBER AND ITS CONTENTS CAN BE EXTREMELY
HOT, CHECK TEMPERATURE BEFORE HANDLING.
1. Cooling down and draining of the evaporation chamber.
a) Press ''DRAIN'' push button on the control panel. The humidifier will initiate a drain cycle.
The ''DRAIN'' indicator will turn on.
b) The ''DRAIN'' indicator is on and the water is drained from the evaporation chamber.
c) The evaporation chamber will refill with water and drain again.
d) When the ''DRAIN'' indicator turns off, the ''POWER'' indicator will begin to flash.
e) Check the temperature of the evaporation chamber. If it is cool enough go to step #2 below,
otherwise repeat draining of the evaporation chamber (step #1) until is cold enough.
2. Shut down of the electrical supply.
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, TURN OFF POWER AT THE EXTERNAL
BREAKER/FUSED DISCONNECT BEFORE SERVICING.
a) Remove the cover of the SKR Humidifier.
3. Disconnecting the heating element.
a) Unscrew the high voltage quick connect (see fig.2), located on the right side of the electrical
compartment.
4. Disconnecting the high temperature switch.
a) Disconnect the high temperature switch quick connect (see fig.2).
5. Disconnecting the steam hose and the water pipe.
a) Loosen clamp on the steam hose connection.
b) Remove the steam hose from the top of the evaporation chamber.
c) Unscrew the water piping coupling located on the lower right hand side of the evaporation chamber.
6. Removing the evaporation chamber.
a) Remove the evaporation chamber from the humidifier cabinet.

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7. Opening the evaporation chamber.
a) Unfasten the 3 latches located around the evaporation chamber.
Caution: Risk of injury, latches are tight. It is recommended to use pliers or a screwdriver to
unfasten the latches.
b) Remove the cover from the evaporation chamber.
c) Do not misplace the gasket located between the cover and the cylinder.
8. Cleaning the evaporation chamber.
a) Pour out any remaining water and scale from the bottom of the evaporation chamber
b) Clean out the remaining scale, use a non-metallic brush and water. Some vinegar or any weak acid
for cleaning stainless steel may be required.
IMPORTANT: The use of wire brush or any non-recommended acid will void the warranty.
c) If the amount of scale to be removed is significant, the service required alarm setting and/or the
drain rate (section 10, DS1) may be set too high for the local water conditions.
Too much scale may impair the normal operation of the humidifier or damage it. In this case,
increase the frequency of maintenance as necessary.
9. Cleaning the electric element and cover.
a) The cover of the evaporation chamber and element will, in general, not require cleaning.
However, if cleaning is required, proceed as per the cleaning of the evaporation chamber.
IMPORTANT: The use of wire brush or any non-recommended acid will void the warranty.
10. Checking the gasket
a) Check the gasket. The gasket should not be cracked.
The gasket must be replaced a minimum at every second maintenance of the evaporation chamber
or after one year of operation. Replace more frequently if required.
11. Reassembling the evaporation chamber.
a) Rinse out the cylinder and the cover with water.
b) Place the gasket inside the cover before installing the cover on the evaporation chamber.
c) Align the dimple on the cover with the latch located nearest to the water drain/fill coupling (fig.2).
d) Tighten the three latches around the cover.
e) Replace the evaporation chamber in the humidifier.
f) Tighten the water drain/fill coupling.
g) Replace the steam hose on the outlet of the evaporation chamber and secure steam hose with the
clamp.
h) Reconnect the high temperature switch connector and the high voltage connector of the heating
element.
CAUTION: RISK OF OVERHEAT AND FIRE, MAKE SURE THE HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTOR
IS PROPERLY LOCKED.
i) Replace the cover on to the humidifier and lock it.
12. Start-up of the humidifier.
a) Close the main power breaker/fused disconnect switch to the humidifier.
Reset of the operating hours to zero: Press ''POWER'' push button to turn OFF the humidifier, if
necessary, then press and hold the ''POWER'' and ''DRAIN'' push buttons for ten seconds
(section 16-Types of alarm, Reset).
b) Press the “POWER” push button. The “POWER” indicator on the control panel will light.
c) The humidifier will go into a fill cycle; the ''FILL'' indicator will be on.
d) If there is a humidity demand, the humidifier will produce steam.

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15. Exploded View and Bill of Material
15.1. Exploded view
N
Option L
only
(Fig. 17)
15.2. Bill of Material
Item Description Model Part number
A Evaporation chamber cylinder SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SW SKRCONT-ASSY
B Evaporation chamber cover SKR-14 / 25 SP 9011
SKR-30 / 40 SP 9012-M
C Evaporation chamber gasket SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SP 9030
D Heating element
SKR-14 SE 5990
SKR-25 SE 5991
SKR-30 SE 5992
SKR-40 SE 5993
E Heating element gasket SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SP 1005
F High temperature switch SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SP 3035
G Water level sensor assembly SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SW SKRLEV-ASSY
H Water level sensor tube SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SP 1025
I Water fill valve SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SP 6004
J Drain pipe assembly SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SW SKRDRAIN-ASSY
K Main plumbing assembly SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SW SKRPIPE-ASSY
L Terminal block SKR-14 / 25 / 30 / 40 SP 9046
M Main PC board SKR-14 NW SKR120MAINSS
SKR-25 / 30 / 40 NW SKR240MAINSS
N SKR-TRIAC PC Board
(Option L)
SKR-14/ 25 / 30 NW SKRL-2SS
SKR-40 NW SKRL-3SS

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16. Types of alarm
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, POWER MUST BE TURNED OFF AT THE EXTERNAL
BREAKER/FUSED DISCONNECT BEFORE REMOVING THE COVER OF THE HUMIDIFIER.
•IMPORTANT: A corrective action must be taken before doing a reset.
•The alarm contact (normally open) will close when there is an alarm.
ALARM
Indicator Condition Consequences Corrective actions Reset
Service required
1. Flashing
continuously
Operating hours
exceeded the service
required alarm hour
setting (DS1-2)
Alarm.
No interruption of
the operation of the
humidifier
Proceed to a service
(See section 14-Maintenance)
•Press the ''POWER'' push
button to turn OFF the
humidifier (if necessary).
•Press and hold ''DRAIN''
and ''POWER'' push
buttons simultaneously for
ten seconds. These two
indicators will turn on after
the ten seconds. Release
the push buttons.
Service required
2. Indicator is
continuously on
(SKR Humidifier shut off)
Operating hours
exceeded by more than
50 hours the service
required alarm setting
(DS1-2)
Alarm.
The operation of the
humidifier is
interrupted
Proceed to a service
See section 14-Maintenance)
High temperature
2 flashes + pause
Temperature in the
evaporation chamber
exceeded the preset
temperature of the high
temperature switch
Alarm.
The operation of the
humidifier is
interrupted
•
Check that the static pressure
inside the duct at the steam
dispersion tube does not
exceed 0.5” W.G. (125Pa).
•Check that the steam hose is
not blocked or kinked.
•Check that the water
connection on the evaporation
chamber is not blocked.
Press the reset button on the
high temperature switch
device located on the
evaporation chamber cover.
Drainage
3 flashes + pause Drainage sequence is
not correct
Alarm.
The operation of the
humidifier is
interrupted
•
Check that the water
connection to the evaporation
chamber is not blocked.
•Check that the drain piping is
not blocked.
Press on the DRAIN push
button
Fill
4 flashes + pause
Time to fill the
evaporation chamber
exceeded the preset
time in the
microprocessor
Alarm.
The power to the
heating element is
interrupted
•
Check that the shut off valve
installed on the supply water
line is open.
•Verify the operation of the fill
valve.
•Check that the fill valve strainer
and the external strainer are not
blocked.
Automatic reset when the
proper water level is reached
Level sensors
5 flashes + pause
The level sensors do
not detect the water
level correctly
Alarm.
The operation of the
humidifier is
interrupted
•
Check that the sensors are
properly connected.
•Check that the sensors are
clean.
Press on the POWER push
button
Wall or duct
humidity
controller
6 flashes + pause
Sensor not detected or
not operational
Alarm.
The power to the
heating element is
interrupted
•
Check that the NEP supplied
cable is connected between the
HRR100 or HRD100 and the
TJ1 terminal on the PC board of
the SKR.
Automatic reset when the
humidity controller is
detected
High limit duct
humidistat
(if available)
7 flashes + pause
Sensor not detected or
not operational
Alarm.
The power to the
heating element is
interrupted
•Check that the NEP supplied
cable is connected between the
HRDFS100 and the TJ2
terminal on the PC board of the
SKR.
Automatic reset when the
humidity controller is
detected
High limit duct
humidistat
(if available)
8 flashes + pause
Humidity level in the
duct exceeded the high
limit set point
Alarm.
The power to the
heating element is
interrupted
•
Check that the high limit set
point is sufficiently high (85%
R.H.).
•Check that the distance
between the sensor and the
steam distribution tube is
sufficient (5 feet/1.5m).
Automatic reset when the
humidity level inside the duct
is below the set point
Power
Not flashing The unit is not powered _
•
Check that the main power
breaker or fused disconnect
switch is closed
Automatic reset when the
unit is powered