S&P REB 5 User manual

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REB 1 REB 3 REB 5 REB 6
REB 8 REB 10 REB 12 REB 16
Manually Operated Electronic Speed Controller –Single Phase
For all applications using suitably specified single-phase induction motor fans

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GENERAL
The controllers utilise triac cutting techniques. By adjustment of a rotary knob, the user may vary
the available voltage to the motors which have been approved by the manufacturer for speed
control by triac.
WARNING!
Mains voltage is present. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure compliance with the Health
and Safety at Work Act, 1974.
CAUTION
1. Isolate mains supply before connecting.
2. This unit must be earthed.
3. All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
4. All wiring must be in accordance with current wiring regulations. The control should be
provided with a separate double pole isolator switch.
SPECIFICATION
1. The controller is designed for continuous operation with the maximum rated current load
listed in table 1 at 40° C. ambient on single phase 230 Volts ~ 50Hz supply.
2. The normal equipment temperature range is -20°C to +40°C.
3. The unit meets the EMC requirements of EN 61800-3:1997 and EN61000-3:2006
4. The controller is housed in an enclosure that is suitable for the current rating and is IP42
rated.
Table 1
Model
Number
Rated Current
(Amps)
Fuse Size
REB 1
1 Amp
20mm ceramic 3.5 Amp “F” Type
REB 3
3 Amps
20mm ceramic 5.0 Amp “F” Type
REB 5
5 Amps
32mm ceramic 10.0 Amp “F” Type
REB 6
6 Amps
20mm ceramic 10.0 Amp “F” Type
REB 8
8 Amps
32mm ceramic 8.0 Amp “T” Type
REB 10
10 Amps
32mm ceramic 10.0 Amp “T” Type
REB 12
12 Amps
32mm ceramic 12.5 Amp “T” Type
REB 16
16 Amps
32mm ceramic 16.0 Amp “T” Type
Note: - Fuses in the units are for protection of the controller wiring and components in case of short
circuit. They do not offer motor overload protection.

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INSTALLATION
1. Check that the number, size and the speed of the fans can be safely controlled by this
controller.
2. Install in a dry sheltered position. Leave an air space of not less than 150mm around the
controller to allow cooling air to flow freely. Do not install in close proximity to other heat
sources. The maximum ambient temperature for the controller must not exceed 40°C.
3. Remove front cover of the controller by removing cover fixing screws. This provides access
to the terminals and mounting holes that are under the lid. The gasket (REB 8, REB 10, REB
12 and REB 16 only) prevents the ingress of moisture and dust. If more than one fan needs
to be controlled, the connections can be made in parallel to a junction box (by others).
4. Two types of fan motor are currently used. One has terminal designations L and N and
either a pre-wired capacitor or a separate capacitor where particular attention must be paid
to the connections to the capacitor (wiring Diagrams 6 and 8). The second type has
terminals marked U,V,W,X,Y,Z and a capacitor fitted to the motor. In each case the
connections must be as shown in the wiring diagram.
5. Should the current rating of the fuse in the controller exceed that of the wiring of the fan(s)
circuit(s), each fan should be protected independently. If individual protection for each fan
is being employed, then this should be situated in each common line (the supply from
controller terminal U2) only.
6. If the controller is intended to control multiple fans, then those fans must be of the same
model/size.
7. All cable entries provided should be used. Any left unused should be blanked and left in a
safe condition.
WIRING THE MOTOR
8. Use table 2 on page 4 of this booklet to establish which wiring diagram should be followed
when connecting popular S&P fan models to the correct controller. For fans not listed, refer
to diagram 8. IF IN DOUBT, ASK! Note that the table is for dedicated fan control only (I.e.
one fan per controller). Multiple fan control is possible; however table 2 will no longer apply
and notes #1, #5 and #6 above must be followed.
9. Where fan is 2-wire control (I.e. only live and neutral at fan terminal box), then omit the
connection from the controller AUX terminal and connect links as per the diagram on the
fan. Where the fan under control incorporates thermal protectors (TP terminals) then they
must be connected, please refer to points 15 and 16 in this booklet.
10. Check that the unit mountings and electrical connections are secure and in accordance with
the wiring diagrams on pages 5 and 6 of this booklet. Please note that the 6-way terminal
blocks on many S&P commercial/industrial fans are marked with 2 sets of designations and
that particular attention to the markings should be made:-
Terminal U is additionally marked U1
Terminal V is additionally marked V1
Terminal W is additionally marked W1
Terminal X is additionally marked U2
Terminal Y is additionally marked V2
Terminal Z is additionally marked W2

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Table 2
Note:-
These wiring diagrams refer to standard form products only:-
Plate Axial Fans –Form A; airflow direction motor over impeller
Cased Axial Fans –Form B; airflow direction impeller over motor
Electronic
Speed
Controller
Wiring
Diagram
REB 1 HCBB/4-250/H HCBB/4-315/H HCBB/6-355/H HCBB/6-400/H 1
HCBB/4-355/H HCBB/4-400/H 1
HCBB/4-450/H HCBB/6-450/H HCBB/6-500/H HCBB/6-560/H
HXBR/4-400 HXBR/4-450 HXBR/6-400 HXBR/6-450
HXBR/6-500 HXBR/6-560
HXBR/4-250 HXBR/4-315 HXBR/4-355 TXBR/4-315
TXBR/4-355
REB 5 HCBB/4-500/H HCBB/6-630/H HXBR/4-500 HXBR/6-630 2
TCBB/4-250/H TCBB/4-315/H TCBB/4-355/H TCBB/4-400/H
TCBB/6-355/H TCBB/6-400/H
TCBB/4-450/H TCBB/4-500/H TCBB/4-560/L TCBB/6-450/H
TCBB/6-500/H TCBB/6-560/L TCBB/6-560/H TCBB/6-630/L
TCBB/6-630/H TXBR/4-400 TXBR/4-450 TXBR/4-500
TXBR/6-450 TXBR/6-560 TXBR/6-630 TCBBx2/4-450
HCBB/4-560/H 3
TCBBx2/4-500 7a
REB 10 TCBBx2/4-500E 7a
REB 12 TCBBx2/4-560L 7a
REB 16 TCBBx2/4-560 7a
HCBB/4-630/H HCBB/6-710/H TCBB/4-560/H TCBB/4-630/L
TCBB/6-710/L TCBB/6-710/H HXBR/2-250 HXBR/4-560
HXBR/4-630 HXBR/6-710 TXBR/2-250 TXBR/4-560
TXBR/4-630 TXBR/6-710 TCBBx2/4-630
Fan Model
REB 3
6
2
fans not
recommended
for speed
control
n/a
REB 6
4a
7a
REB 8

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLLERS (SINGLE PHASE 230V ~ 50Hz)
L –Supply Live 230V 50Hz
N –Supply Neutral
U1 –Motor Control Variable Neutral
U2 –Motor Live 230V ~ 50Hz
A –Auxiliary Permanent Neutral
E –Motor Supply Earth (E)
WIRING DIAGRAM 1 WIRING DIAGRAM 2
WIRING DIAGRAM 3 WIRING DIAGRAM 4a

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WIRING DIAGRAM 6 –WIRING DIAGRAM 7a
IMPORTANT NOTE FAN MOTOR HAS AN
EMBEDDED THERMAL PROTECTION TRIP
AND CASED-AXIAL AND IN-LINE FANS MUST
BE WIRED VIA A MANUAL RESET THERMAL
OVERLOAD FACILITY.
WIRING DIAGRAM 8 –
For use with “Other” S&P Fans where 3-wire control is NOT
possible, the controller must be used as a 2-wire regulator.
Please note that controller terminal AUX is unused. Where
the fan incorporates Thermal Protector (TP) Terminals, then
these must be used. (See notes 9 and 10).
IMPORTANT NOTE –CASED-AXIAL AND IN-LINE FANS
MUST BE WIRED VIA A MANUAL RESET THERMAL
OVERLOAD FACILITY.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
11. Switch on the controller by pressing down the Red ON/OFF Rocker Switch which will
illuminate when switched on.
12. REB 6, REB 8, REB 10, REB 12 and REB 16 only:- The controller has a boost start function and
when switched on will start the fan running on full speed for approximately 10 seconds.
Thereafter the speed will be determined by the position of the control knob.
13. Rotating the control knob fully clockwise will increase the speed of the fan from a factory
pre-set minimum to full speed with infinitely variable control.
14. The minimum speed is pre-set and does not normally need adjusting.
15. REB 6, REB 8, REB 10, REB 12 and REB 16 only:- The controller has a thermal overload relay
(terminals are designated TP) controlled by thermal protectors in the fan(s). When the fan
thermal protectors trip, (terminals in the fan are also designated TP), the relay switches the
controller off to prevent the fan starting automatically in the event of the thermal
protector(s) cooling and making the circuit again. When this happens the red trip light
switch is illuminated. To reset push the reset button positioned near to the trip light.
16. IMPORTANT NOTE –REB 1, REB 3 and REB 5 only:- The controller does NOT have a thermal
overload relay and as a consequence the common (U2 –motor live 230V) conductor is
shown on the wiring diagrams routed via the thermal protector(s) in the fan(s) (terminals in
the fan are designated TP). In the event of the thermal protectors overheating, the power to
the motor is cut; however upon the fan sensors cooling then the fan motor can remain live.
To comply with European legislation EN 60335-2-80:2005, when connected to REB 1, REB 3
or REB 5 controllers, in-line duct fans which incorporate self-resetting thermal protectors
must be separately protected from automatic re-start.
TROUBLESHOOTING
17. If your fan does not start (REB 6, REB 8, REB 10, REB 12 and REB 16 only) –ensure that the
thermal protection (TP) relay has been correctly wired to the fan thermal sensors.
18. If your speed controller does not appear to vary the fan speed. The voltage regulation
function can be checked by measuring for a change in Voltage across terminals U1 and U2
with the fan connected. THERE WILL BE NO MEASUREABLE CHANGE IN VOLTAGE IF THE FAN
IS NOT CONNECTED. The fan may be replaced with an alternate load such as a lamp which
will also provide a visual check that there is a variable voltage at the controller output.
19. To ensure that the fan is operating correctly.The controller could be temporarily removed
from the system by wiring the fan directly to an isolator. Please note that the wiring will
differ to those diagrams contained herein and that the wiring diagram in the instruction
booklet that was supplied with the fan should be followed instead.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Herewith we declare that the fan speed controller designated below, on the basis of its design and
construction in the form brought onto the market by us is, in accordance with the relevant EC
Council Directives on Electromagnetic Compatibility. If alterations are made to the apparatus
without prior consultations with us, this declaration becomes invalid. We further declare that the
equipment identified below may be intended to be assembles with other equipment/machines to

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constitute machinery, which shall not be put into service until the assembled machinery has been
declared in conformity with the provisions of these relevant EC Council Directives.
DESIGNATION OF EQUIPMENT
Relevant EC Council Directives, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC.) Applied
Harmonised standards in particular BS EN 50081-1:1992, BS EN50082-1:1998, BS EN 61000-3-2:
1995, BS EN 61000-3-3:1995
GUARANTEE
S&P Limited Warranty
24 (TWENTY FOUR) MONTH PRODUCT WARRANTY
Soler and Palau Limited warrants that the REB 1, REB 3, REB 5, REB 6, REB 8, REB 10, REB 12 and REB
16 fan speed controllers will be free from defective materials and workmanship for the period of 24
(twenty four) months from the date of original purchase. In the event that we find any part is
defective the product will be repaired or at the company’s discretion, replaced without charge
provided that the product has been installed in accordance with the enclosed instructions and all
applicable standards and national and local building standards.
IF CLAIMING UNDER WARRANTY
Please return the completed product, carriage paid, to your local authorized distributor. All returns
must be accompanied by a valid Invoice of Sale. All returns must be clearly marked “Warranty
Claim”, with an accompanying description stating the nature of the fault.
THE FOLLOWING WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY
Damages resulting from improper wiring or installation.
Damages resulting when using the controller with fans/motors other than those supplied and
manufactured by the Soler and Palau Group of Companies.
Removal or alteration of the Soler and Palau data plate label.
WARRANTY VALIDATION
The end user must keep a copy of the Invoice of Sale to verify a purchase date.
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