Nibe F135 User manual

IHB EN 1841-5
331432
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Exhaust air module
NIBE F135

41 Important information
4Safety information
4Symbols
4Marking
4Serial number
5Recovery
6Inspection of the installation
72 Delivery and handling
7Transport
7Assembly
8Supplied components
9Removing the covers
103 The exhaust air module design
10Component positions
11List of components
124 Pipe and air connections
12General pipe connections
13Dimensions and pipe connections
14Mounting
15
Connection to indoor module and air/water heat
pump
15Installation exhaust air
18General ventilation connections
18Dimension and ventilation connections
19Ventilation flow (exhaust air)
19Adjusting ventilation (exhaust air)
205 Electrical connections
20General
20Connections
22Optional connections
236 Commissioning and adjusting
23Preparations
23Filling and venting
24Start-up and inspection
267 Disturbances in comfort
26Info-menu NIBE indoor module
26Manage alarm
26Troubleshooting
288 Accessories
28Top cabinet
299 Technical data
29Dimensions and setting-out coordinates
30Technical specifications
32Energy labelling
34Electrical circuit diagram
35Item register
39Contact information
3Table of ContentsNIBE F135
Table of Contents

Safety information
This manual describes installation and service proced-
ures for implementation by specialists.
The manual must be left with the customer.
This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given super-
vision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
Rights to make any design or technical
modifications are reserved.
©NIBE 2018.
Symbols
NOTE
This symbol indicates danger to person or ma-
chine .
Caution
This symbol indicates important information
about what you should consider when installing
or servicing the installation.
TIP
This symbol indicates tips on how to facilitate
using the product.
Marking
The CE mark is obligatory for most products sold in
the EU, regardless of where they are made.
CE
Classification of enclosure of electro-technical equip-
ment.
IP21
Read the Installer Manual.
Serial number
The serial number can be found to the left, on top of
F135.
LEK
LEK
Serial number
Caution
You need the product's (14 digit) serial number
for servicing and support.
NIBE F135Chapter 1 | Important information4
1 Important information

Recovery
Leave the disposal of the packaging to the in-
staller who installed the product or to special
waste stations.
Do not dispose of used products with normal
household waste. It must be disposed of at a
special waste station or dealer who provides this type
of service.
Improper disposal of the product by the user results in
administrative penalties in accordance with current le-
gislation.
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Inspection of the installation
Current regulations require the heating installation to be inspected before it is commissioned. The inspection must
be carried out by a suitably qualified person.
DateSignatureNotesDescription
✔
Ventilation, exhaust air (page 15)
Setting the ventilation flow
Exhaust air filter
Heating medium (page 23)
System flushed
System vented
Circulation pump setting
Setting heating medium flow
System pressure
Electricity (page 20)
Supply connected 230 V
Circuit fuses
NIBE F135Chapter 1 | Important information6

Transport
F135 should be transported and stored vertically in a dry
place.
Assembly
•F135 is installed freestanding on brackets or a suitable
flat surface. Noise from the circulation pump, fan and
compressor can be transferred to the brackets or the
surface that F135 is placed on. Use the product's ad-
justable feet to obtain a horizontal and stable set-up.
30 - 50 mm
30 - 50 mm
15 - 40 mm
20-55 mm
•F135 must be positioned with the back towards a wall.
Install the brackets or position F135 against an outside
wall, ideally in a room where noise does not matter,
in order to eliminate noise problems. If this is not
possible, avoid placing it against a wall behind a bed-
room or other room where noise may be a problem.
• Wherever the unit is located, walls to sound sensitive
rooms should be fitted with sound insulation.
• Route pipes so they are not fixed to an internal wall
that backs on to a bedroom or living room.
INSTALLATION AREA
Leave a free space of 800 mm in front of the product.
Leave free space between F135 and wall/other ma-
chinery/fittings/cables/pipes etc. It is recommended that
a space of at least 10 mm is left to reduce the risk of
noise and of any vibrations being propagated.
800
10-50*10-50*
* Depending on whether the panels can be removed or
not.
NOTE
Ensure that there is sufficient space (300 mm)
above the heat pump for installing ventilation
hoses.
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2 Delivery and handling

Supplied components
Mora kniv
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Filter cartridgeSilencer
LEK
4-pin terminal blockChoke washer Ø 22 mm
LEK
Drain hose Ø 20 mm
Length 2200 mm
LEK
6-pin sensor connector
Communication cable
LEK
Power supply cable
LEK
Circulation pump
6 x nuts
4 x washers
2 x bracket
6 x screws
LOCATION
The kit of supplied items is placed on top of the product.
NIBE F135Chapter 2 | Delivery and handling8

Removing the covers
FRONT HATCH
LEK
1
2
3
4
1. Slacken off the screws for the securing plate above
F135.
2. Slide the hatch upwards and pull it towards you.
3. Pull the hatch towards yourself.
NOTE
An earth cable is installed in the hatch, which
can therefore only be lifted out 35 cm. If the
hatch needs to be removed completely, the
cable must be disconnected.
SIDE PANELS
1. Undo the screws at the edge.
2. Twist the cover slightly outward.
3. Move the side cover outwards and backwards.
4. Assembly takes place in the reverse order.
LEK
LEK
LEK
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Component positions
LEK
LEK
LEK
BT76
PF1
EB10
X11
GQ10
BT77
BT12
PF3
X10
AA2
QM25
XL44
XL43
BT16
QN20
HZ2
EP2
BP1
BT13
XL9
EP1
GQ1
XL8
CA1
QN1
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3 The exhaust air module
design

List of components
PIPE CONNECTIONS
Heating medium connection, supplyXL8
Heating medium connection, returnXL9
Connecting incoming airXL43
Connecting outgoing airXL44
Overflow water discharge1 WM2
HVAC COMPONENTS
Venting, hot waterQM25
SENSORS
High pressure pressostatBP1
Temperature sensor, condenser outBT12
Temperature sensor, heating medium return before
condenser
BT13
Temperature sensor, evaporatorBT16
Temperature sensor, defrostingBT76
Temperature sensor, incoming airBT77
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Base cardAA2
CapacitorCA1
Compressor heaterEB10
PWM switch, circulation pumpX10
Terminal block, communication with indoor moduleX11
COOLING COMPONENTS
EvaporatorEP1
CondenserEP2
CompressorGQ10
Drying filterHZ2
Expansion valveQN1
Solenoid valve, defrostingQN20
VENTILATION
FanGQ1
Air filter1 HQ12
MISCELLANEOUS
Rating platePF1
Serial number platePF3
1Not visible in the image
Designations in component locations according to
standard IEC 81346-1 and 81346-2.
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General pipe
connections
Pipe installation must be carried out in accordance with
current norms and directives.
F135 is only designed for upright installation. All connec-
tions are equipped with smooth pipe for compression
ring couplings.
Overflow water from the evaporator's collect-
ing trough is routed via the supplied plastic
hose to a drain. Shape the hose into a water
seal (see image).
The entire length of the overflow water pipe
must be inclined to prevent water pockets and
must also be frost-proof.
To make the installation economical, NIBE recommends
that all pipes between F135 and the water heater are
insulated. The insulation should be at least 12 mm thick.
NOTE
The pipe systems need to be flushed out be-
fore F135 is connected so that any debris can-
not damage component parts.
SYMBOL KEY
MeaningSymbol
Unit box
Shut-off valve
Non-return valve
Circulation pump
Expansion valve
Fan
Compressor
Shut off valve
Particle filter
Temperature sensor
Reversing valve/shunt
Heat exchanger
Indoor module
Cooling system
Air/water heat pump
Pool
Ventilation
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4 Pipe and air connections

SYSTEM DIAGRAM
F135 is an exhaust air module.
When the air passes through the evaporator, the refri-
gerant evaporates because of its low boiling point. In
this way the energy in the air is transferred to the refri-
gerant.
The refrigerant is then compressed in a compressor,
causing the temperature to rise considerably.
The warm refrigerant is led to the condenser. Here, the
refrigerant gives off its energy to the hot water,
whereupon the refrigerant changes state from gas to
liquid.
The refrigerant then goes via filters to the expansion
valve, where the pressure and temperature are reduced.
The refrigerant has now completed its circulation and
returns to the evaporator.
XL8XL9
Heating medium connection, supplyXL8
Heating medium connection, returnXL9
Caution
This is a principle of operation, differences may
occur in the installation in question.
Dimensions and pipe
connections
460
135
115
300
45
475
XL8XL9 WM2
PIPE DIMENSIONS
Connection
22(mm)XL8 Heating medium connection, supply ext
Ø
22(mm)XL9 Heating medium connection, return ext
Ø
20(mm)WM2 Overflow water discharge int Ø
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Mounting
The exhaust air module is wall-mounted using the
brackets enclosed. The exhaust air module can also be
placed on a suitable flat surface.
NOTE
Check that the mountings are located in the
intended grooves on the exhaust air module.
Ensure that the exhaust air module is installed
horizontally.
INSTALLING ON BRACKETS
Installing brackets
1. Install the brackets together using the M6 screws
and nuts supplied.
567
425
2. Drill holes in the wall as illustrated.
567
425
3. Mount the brackets on the wall.
4. Screw F135 into place in the brackets using the M5
screws and nuts supplied.
LEK
LEK
LEK
LEK
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Connection to indoor
module and air/water
heat pump
Heating medium connection, supply (XL8) and heating
medium connection, return (XL9) are connected to the
return line between the indoor module and the air/water
heat pump. The particle filter must be installed before
F135 to prevent dirt from being deposited in F135. Install
the shut-off valves outside F135 to facilitate any future
servicing.
-AZ1-QM2-AZ1-QM1
-AZ1-HQ1 -AZ1-GP12
-AZ1
-AZ1
INSTALLING CHOKE WASHER
For optimal operation in VVM310/VVM500 install the
enclosed choke washer.
Install the washer in the heating medium connection,
return (XL9) before the installing the compression con-
nection.
Choke washer
Compression ring
coupling
XL9
Installation exhaust air
F135 must be connected according to the instructions
in this manual.
Installation must be carried out in accordance with cur-
rent standards and directives.
EXHAUST AIR
Connecting the exhaust air
The heat pump uses the heat that is in the building's
ventilation air to heat the building and the hot water at
the same time that the house is ventilated.
The hot air is transferred from the rooms to the heat
pump via the exhaust air module.
NOTE
An air filter (HQ12) (enclosed), minimum classi-
fication G2, is required on the exhaust air duct
for this connection. The filter must be cleaned
regularly.
Caution
Noise from the fan can be transferred via the
ventilation ducts.
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DOCKING NIBE AIR/WATER HEAT PUMP
The demand on F135 is controlled by the indoor module
in the system. The pump and fan speed are also con-
trolled from the menu in the indoor module.
-AZ1-QM2-AZ1-QM1
-AZ1-HQ1 -AZ1-GP12
-AZ1
-AZ1
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DOCKING F135, NIBE HWM, AIR/WATER
HEAT PUMP, POOL, COOLING
F135 connected in air/water system with 4-pipe cooling.
In such instances, 4-pipe cooling must be connected
between the air/water heat pump and F135. When there
is also a pool, F135 must be connected between 4-pipe
cooling and the pool. The demand on F135 is controlled
by the indoor module in the system. The pump and fan
speed are also controlled from the menu in the indoor
module.
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General ventilation
connections
• Ventilation installation must be carried out in accord-
ance with current norms and directives.
• Connections must be made via flexible hoses, which
should be installed so that they are easy to replace.
• Provision must be made for inspection and cleaning
of the duct.
• Make sure that there are no reductions of cross-sec-
tional area in the form of creases, tight bends, etc.,
since this will reduce the ventilation capacity.
• The air duct system must be a minimum of air tight-
ness class B.
• To prevent fan noise being transferred to the ventila-
tion devices, silencers should be installed in the duct
system. In the event of ventilation devices in noise-
sensitive rooms, silencers must be installed.
• Ducts that may become cold must be insulated with
diffusion-proof material (at least PE30 or equivalent)
along their entire length.
• Ensure that the condensation insulation is fully sealed
at any joints and/or at lead-in nipples, silencers, roof
cowls or similar.
• A duct in a masonry chimney stack must not be used
for extract air.
• The exhaust air module must be provided with the
enclosed air filter.
EXHAUST AIR DUCT /KITCHEN FAN
Exhaust air duct (kitchen fan) must not be connected to
F135.
To prevent food vapour being transferred to F135 the
distance between the kitchen fan and the exhaust air
device must be considered. The distance should not be
less than 1.5 m, but this can vary between different in-
stallations.
Always use a kitchen fan when cooking.
INSTALL THE FILTER CARTRIDGE
The filter cartridge has two sizes of connector, 125 mm
or 160 mm.
1. Check the diameter of the air channel for inlet air.
2. When the air duct has a large diameter (Ø 160 mm)
the inner ring must be cut out of the upper section
of the filter cartridge.
3. Cut just inside the inner edge of the outer ring using
a sharp knife. The plastic is prepared for easy cut-
ting.
4. Press the filter cartridge into place in the connection
for incoming air (XL43).
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INSTALL THE CONNECTOR
If a filter solution other than that enclosed is used, the
enclosed coupling must instead be mounted in the
connection for incoming air (XL43).
INSTALL THE SILENCER
1. Remove the plugs from the silencer enclosed.
2. Install the silencer in the connector for outgoing air
(XL44).
Dimension and
ventilation
connections
220
155
70
40
20
440
LEK
LEK
Air in
Air out
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Ventilation flow
(exhaust air)
Connect F135 so that all the exhaust air, except kitchen
duct air (kitchen fan), passes through the evaporator
(EP1) in the exhaust air module.
The ventilation flow must comply with the applicable
national standards.
For the optimum exhaust air module performance, the
ventilation flow should not be less than 20 l/s (72 m³/h)
at normal exhaust air temperature. At lower exhaust air
temperatures, a higher flow is required.
The ventilation capacity is set in the indoor module’s
menu system (menu 5.1.5).
Adjusting ventilation
(exhaust air)
To obtain the necessary air exchange in every room of
the house, the exhaust air devices must be correctly
positioned and adjusted and the fan in the exhaust air
module adjusted.
Immediately after installation adjust the ventilation so
that it is set according to the projected value of the
house.
Incorrect adjustment of the ventilation may lead to re-
duced installation efficiency and thus poorer operating
economy, and may cause moisture damage in the
building
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General
Installation must be carried out in accordance with cur-
rent standards and directives.
When working behind screwed covers, the circuit fuse
must be removed or the connection plug pulled out.
Work behind screwed covers may only be carried out
under the supervision of a qualified electrician.
• Disconnect F135 before insulation testing the house
wiring.
• For electrical wiring diagram for F135, see page 34.
• Signal cables to external connections must not be laid
close to high current cables.
• Signal cables to external connections are four core, at
least 0.35 mm2.
• If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced
by qualified persons.
NOTE
The supply cable must not be connected until
the boiler has been filled. Internal components
can be damaged.
NOTE
Electrical installation and service must be car-
ried out under the supervision of a qualified
electrician. Electrical installation and wiring
must be carried out in accordance with the
stipulations in force.
Connections
POWER CONNECTION
NOTE
To prevent interference, unscreened commu-
nication and/or sensor cables to external con-
nections must not be laid closer than 20 cm
from high voltage cables.
F135 is connected to an earthed socket with the factory-
installed connection cable (length approx. 2.8 m), which
is fitted with a plug. The power connection to the circu-
lation pump must be connected via a circuit breaker with
a minimum breaking gap of 3 mm.
NOTE
The circulation pump must not be powered up
until F135 is activated in the indoor module.
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5 Electrical connections