STIEBEL ELTRON wpf 20 Instruction Manual

OPERATION AND INSTALLATION
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CONTENTS
SPECIAL INFORMATION
OPERATION
1. General information �����������������������������������������3
1.1 Relevant documents_____________________________________________ 3
1.2 Safety instructions_______________________________________________ 3
1.3 Other symbols in this documentation _______________________ 4
1.4 Units of measurement __________________________________________ 4
1.5 Standardised output data ______________________________________ 4
2. Safety����������������������������������������������������������4
2.1 Correct use________________________________________________________ 4
2.2 Safety instructions_______________________________________________ 4
2.3 Test symbols ______________________________________________________ 4
3. Device description �������������������������������������������5
3.1 Operational characteristics ____________________________________ 5
3.2 Function ___________________________________________________________ 5
4. Control ��������������������������������������������������������5
5. Maintenance and care ���������������������������������������5
6. Troubleshooting ����������������������������������������������5
INSTALLATION
7. Safety����������������������������������������������������������6
7.1 General safety instructions ____________________________________ 6
7.2 Instructions. standards and regulations ____________________ 6
8. Device description �������������������������������������������6
8.1 WPF 20 | 27________________________________________________________ 6
8.2 WPF 35 | 40 | 52 | 66 _____________________________________________ 6
8.3 WPF 27 HT_________________________________________________________ 6
9. Standard delivery ��������������������������������������������7
9.1 Accessories________________________________________________________ 7
10. Installation����������������������������������������������������7
10.1 Transport __________________________________________________________ 7
10.2 Positioning ________________________________________________________ 7
10.3 Installation of the heat pump system________________________ 9
10.4 Installation of the heat consumer system__________________ 10
10.5 Fitting the casing parts________________________________________ 11
10.6 Removing the casing parts ___________________________________ 12
11. Power supply ����������������������������������������������� 12
11.1 Modules __________________________________________________________ 13
12. Commissioning ��������������������������������������������� 14
12.1 Heating curve adjustment during commissioning _______ 14
12.2 Operation and control _________________________________________ 14
12.3 Appliance handover ____________________________________________ 15
13. Maintenance ������������������������������������������������ 15
14. Troubleshooting �������������������������������������������� 15
14.1 DIP switch (WP-Typ)____________________________________________ 15
14.2 DIP switch (BA)__________________________________________________ 16
14.3 LEDs _______________________________________________________________ 16
14.4 Reset button _____________________________________________________ 16
15. Specification ������������������������������������������������ 17
15.1 Water and brine connection __________________________________ 17
15.2 Wiring diagrams for heat pump WPF 20 | 27______________ 18
15.3 Wiring diagrams for heat pump WPF 35 | 40______________ 19
15.4 Wiring diagrams for heat pump WPF 52 | 66______________ 20
15.5 Wiring diagrams for heat pump WPF 27 HT_______________ 21
15.6 Output diagrams WPF 20______________________________________ 22
15.7 Output diagrams WPF 27______________________________________ 24
15.8 Output diagrams WPF 27 HT__________________________________ 26
15.9 Output diagrams WPF 35______________________________________ 28
15.10 Output diagrams WPF 40______________________________________ 30
15.11 Output diagrams WPF 52______________________________________ 32
15.12 Output diagrams WPF 66______________________________________ 34
15.13 Data table ________________________________________________________ 36
GUARANTEE
ENVIRONMENT AND RECYCLING

SPECIAL INFORMATION
General information
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SPECIAL INFORMATION
- The appliance may be used by children aged8
and up and persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience
and know-how, provided that they are supervised
or they have been instructed on how to use the
appliance safely and have understood the result-
ing risks. Children must never play with the ap-
pliance. Children must never clean the appliance
or perform user maintenance unless they are
supervised.
- Use a permanent connection to the power supply.
Ensure the appliance can be separated from the
power supply by an isolator that disconnects all
poles with at least 3mm contact separation.
- Maintain the minimum clearances to ensure trou-
ble-free operation of the appliance and facilitate
maintenance work.
- At the WPM, the COMMISSIONING/ SOURCE/
SOURCE MEDIUM parameter must be set to “eth-
ylene glycol” otherwise the frost stat will stop the
heat pump at temperatures below 7°C.
- Maintenance work, such as checking the electri-
cal safety, must only be carried out by a qualified
contractor.
- We recommend regular inspection (to establish
the current condition of the system), and main-
tenance by a qualified contractor if required (to
return the system to its original condition).
- Never interrupt the power supply, even outside
the heating period. The system‘s active frost pro-
tection is not guaranteed if the power supply is
interrupted.
- There is no need to shut the system down in
summer. The heat pump manager has an auto-
matic summer/winter changeover.
OPERATION
1. General information
The chapters „Special Information“ and „Operation“ are intended
for both the user and qualified contractors.
The chapter „Installation“ is intended for heating contractors.
Note
Read these instructions carefully before using the appli-
ance and retain them for future reference.
Pass on the instructions to a new user if required.
1.1 Relevant documents
Instructions for the WPM heat pump manager
Operating and installation instructions for system
components
1.2 Safety instructions
1.2.1 Structure of safety instructions
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KEYWORD Type of risk
Here, possible consequences are listed that may result
from failure to observe the safety instructions.
 Steps to prevent the risk are listed.
1.2.2 Symbols, type of risk
Symbol Type of risk
Injury
Electrocution
1.2.3 Keywords
KEYWORD Meaning
DANGER Failure to observe this information will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING Failure to observe this information may result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION Failure to observe this information may result in non-seri-
ous or minor injury.
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1.3 Other symbols in this documentation
Note
Notes are bordered by horizontal lines above and below
the text. General information is identified by the symbol
shown on the left.
 Read these texts carefully.
Symbol Meaning
Material damage
(appliance, consequential and environmental damage)
Appliance disposal
 This symbol indicates that you have to do something. The ac-
tion you need to take is described step by step.
1.4 Units of measurement
Note
All measurements are given in mm unless stated oth-
erwise.
1.5 Standardised output data
Explanations to determine and interpret the specified standardised
output data.
1.5.1 Standard: EN 14511
The output data specifically mentioned in text, diagrams and
technical datasheets has been calculated according to the test
conditions of the standard shown in the heading of this section.
Generally, these standardised test conditions will not fully meet
the conditions found at the installation site of the system user.
Depending on the chosen test method and the extent to which
this method deviates from the conditions defined in the norm
shown in the heading of this section, any deviations can have a
considerable impact.
Further factors that have an influence on the test values are the
measuring equipment, the system configuration, the age of the
system and the flow rates.
A confirmation of the specified output data can only be obtained
if the test conducted for this purpose is also performed in ac-
cordance with the conditions defined in the norm shown in the
heading of this section.
2. Safety
2.1 Correct use
The appliance is designed for central heating within the applica-
tion limits given in the specification.
This appliance is designed for domestic use. It can be safely op-
erated by untrained personnel. The appliance can also be used in
a non-domestic environment, e.g. in a small business, as long as
it is used in the same way.
Any other use beyond that described shall be deemed inappro-
priate. Observation of this document is also part of the correct
use of the unit. Any changes or conversions to the appliance void
any warranty.
2.2 Safety instructions
Observe the following safety information and instructions.
Only recognised, qualified contractors may carry out the electrical
work and installation of the heating circuit.
The recognised contractor is responsible for adherence to
all currently applicable instructions during installation and
commissioning.
Operate this device only if it is fully installed and all safety
equipment is fitted.
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WARNING Injury
The appliance may be used by children aged 8 and up
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or a lack of experience provided that they
are supervised or they have been instructed on how to
use the appliance safely and have understood the result-
ing risks. Children must never play with the appliance.
Children must never clean the appliance or perform user
maintenance unless they are supervised.
!
WARNING Injury
 For safety reasons, only operate the appliance with
the casing closed.
2.3 Test symbols
See type plate on the appliance.
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3. Device description
3.1 Operational characteristics
The WPF is a heating heat pump designed as brine-water heat
pump. The heat pump extracts energy from the heat source
medium. i.e. brine. at a low temperature level. This extracted
energy is then transferred to the heating water at a higher
level. enriched with the energy drawn by the compressor.
Subject to the heat source temperature. the heating water can be
heated up to a flow temperature of 60 °C.
With heat pump type WPF HT. subject to the heat source
temperature. the heating water can be heated to a flow
temperature of up to 75 °C.
A modular operation is possible with the WPF.
3.2 Function
The heat source medium (brine) enters the heat pump evaporator.
There. heat is extracted from the medium. so it exits the heat
pump at a lower temperature.
The energy made useful through the heat pump is transferred to
the heating water inside the condenser.
Then the heating water transfers its energy to the heating circuit.
4. Control
The heat pump is exclusively controlled by the heat pump manager
WPM. Observe the instructions for the heat pump manager WPM.
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Material losses
Never use the heat pump to dry the screed by means of
the underfloor heating system. The heating process and
the additional hours run as a consequence expend heat
source capacity. As a result, the heat source will not be
available for subsequent heating operation.
Never use the heat pump for drying screed, as this places an
excessive demand on the heat source and may cause it to be
damaged. Use the electric emergency/booster heater for the heat-
up program instead. For this, set the LOWERAPPLIMITHZG and
DUALMODETEMPHZG parameters to 30°C and start the heat-up
program. An exception should only be made if the installer of
the heat source system has written permission for screed drying.
5. Maintenance and care
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Material losses
Maintenance work. such as checking the electrical safe-
ty. must only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
Protect the equipment from dust and dirt ingress during
building work.
We recommend regular inspection (to establish the current con-
dition of the system), and maintenance by a qualified contractor
if required (to return the system to its original condition).
A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning all plastic and sheet steel
parts. Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents!
6. Troubleshooting
Fault Cause Remedy
There is no hot water or
the heating system stays
cold.
The fuse/MCB has blown/
responded.
Check the fuse/MCB in
your fuse box/distribu-
tion panel.
If you cannot remedy the fault, notify your qualified contractor.
To facilitate and speed up your enquiry, please provide the serial
number from the type plate. The type plate is located at the back
of the appliance.
Sample type plate
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*xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*
26_03_01_1736
1
1 Number on the type plate

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INSTALLATION
7. Safety
Only qualified contractors should carry out installation, commis-
sioning, maintenance and repair of the appliance.
7.1 General safety instructions
We guarantee trouble-free operation and operational reliability
only if the original accessories and spare parts intended for the
appliance are used.
7.2 Instructions. standards and regulations
Note
Observe all applicable national and regional regulations
and instructions.
8. Device description
8.1 WPF 20 | 27
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1
7 6 5 4 3
2
1 Electrical terminals
2 Condenser
3 Drain & fill valve (heating)
4 Expansion valve
5 Compressor
6 Drain & fill valve (brine)
7 Evaporator
8.2 WPF 35 | 40 | 52 | 66
D0000073456
1
7 6 5 4 3
2
1 Electrical terminals
2 Condenser
3 Drain & fill valve (heating)
4 Expansion valve
5 Compressor
6 Drain & fill valve (brine)
7 Evaporator
8.3 WPF 27 HT
D0000073454
1
7 6 5 4 3
2
1 Electrical terminals
2 Condenser
3 Drain & fill valve (heating)
4 Expansion valve
5 Compressor
6 Drain & fill valve (brine)
7 Evaporator

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9. Standard delivery
Heat pumps are delivered in two shipping units.
- Standard heat pump device
- Casing parts
9.1 Accessories
- Heat pump manager WPM
- WPE heat pump extension
- Cylinder SBP 700 E
- Cylinder SBP 700 E SOL
- Kit WPVB
- Remote control for heating systems FE 7
- Remote control for heating systems FET
- TAF PT immersion/contact sensor
- Heat transfer medium (concentrate) (10 litre can)
- Heat transfer medium (concentrate) (30 litre can)
10. Installation
10.1 Transport
To protect the equipment against damage. transport it vertically
inside its packaging. Storage and transport at temperatures below
– 20 °C and in excess of + 50 °C are not permissible.
In the top of the frame are four holes for fitting lifting eyes M 12
where the equipment can be lifted.
The casing parts are delivered in a separate package. and these
are fitted to the device at the place of installation.
10.1.1 Dismantling for reduced depth
Note
In order to transport the appliance through an 80cm wide
door, the connectors and terminal box must be removed.
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 Undo the screws on the four connectors.
 Push the four connectors into the appliance until the connec-
tors no longer protrude beyond the back of the appliance.
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 Undo the screws on the terminal box.
798
D0000073481
10.2 Positioning
Level the device horizontally by adjusting the equipment feet.
To prevent the heat pump from being damaged by frost when
installing outdoors or in a room that is not free from the risk of
frost, fit and electrically connect the immersion/contact sensor
TAFPT as a frost protection facility into the heating return of
the heat pump. Electrical connection and sensor installation see
chapter „Power supply“.
 Observe the minimum clearances.

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≥500
≥500
≥500
≥500
≥1000
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2 heat pumps may also be stacked.
 For this, use the WPVB joining set.
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10.2.1 External installation
We recommend foundations as base for the device.
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To facilitate connection to the appliance, we recommend using
flexible supply lines in the case of outdoor installation.
Route all supply lines inside a conduit that is free from frost (pro-
tective pipe).
Allow the conduits for the supply lines to protrude slightly above
the foundations. Ensure that no water can enter the conduits.
Protect the connection area at the back panel against all weather
and solar influences.
10.2.2 Internal installation
The room where the WPF is to be installed must meet the following
conditions:
- Load-bearing floor. For the weight of the WPF. see
“Specification”.
- For a quiet heat pump operation on floating screeds. recess
the screed and the anti-vibration insulation around the
installation location
of the heat pump.
1 2 3 54
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1 Concrete ceiling
2 Impact sound insulation
3 Floating screed
4 Floor covering
5 Recess

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- The room must not be subject to a risk of explosions arising
from dust. gases or vapours. Never allow the floor area
and the volume of the installation room to be less than the
minimum values listed in the table.
Typ Volume Floor area
WPF 20 14 m³ 5 m²
WPF 27 | WPF 27 HT 16 m³ 7 m²
WPF 35 23 m³ 9 m²
WPF 40 23 m³ 9 m²
WPF 52 28 m³ 11 m²
WPF 66 33 m³ 13 m²
- When installing the WPF in a boiler room together with
other heating equipment ensure. that the operation of other
heating equipment will not be impaired.
10.2.3 Sound emission
Never install the heat pump immediately below or adjacent to
bedrooms. Insulate pipes through walls and ceilings against
structure-borne noise transmission.
10.3 Installation of the heat pump system
Design the heat source system for the brine-water heat pump in
accordance with Stiebel Eltron technical guides.
Permitted brine:
- Heat transfer medium as concentrate on an ethylene glycol
base, part no: 231109
- Heat transfer medium as concentrate on an ethylene glycol
base, part no: 161696
10.3.1 Circulation pump and required flow rate
Use a circulation pump with compound-filled windings to supply
the brine. to prevent an earth short circuit through condensation
in the electrical part of the pump (cold water version).
Size the circulation pump in accordance with the system-specific
conditions. i.e. nominal flow rate and pressure drop must be taken
into consideration (see “Specification”).
An adequate flow rate must be safeguarded at every possible
brine temperature. i.e.:
Size the nominal flow rate at brine temperature 0 °C with a
tolerance of + 10 %.
10.3.2 Connection and filling with brine
Before connecting the heat pump, check the heat source circuit
for leaks and flush it thoroughly with brine.
Calculate the volume of the heat source circuit. You can obtain the
brine volume inside the heat pump from the “Data table” table.
The overall volume is equal to the required amount of brine made
by mixing undiluted mono ethylene glycol and water. The chloride
content of the water must not exceed 300 ppm.
Mixing ratio
The brine concentration varies when using a ground collector or
a geothermal probe as a heat source.
The mixing ratio can be found in the table below.
Ethylene glycol Water
Geothermal probe 25 % 75 %
Ground collector 33 % 67 %
After filling the system with brine and prior to commissioning, vent
the brine circuit until there is no more air left in it.
10.3.3 Check the brine concentration:
 Determine the density of the ethylene glycol/water mixture,
e.g. with a hydrometer.
Using the actual density and temperature, you can check the actual
concentration in the diagram.
Note
The quoted details refer to ethylene glycol (see "Speci-
fication").
1,10
1,09
1,08
1,07
1,06
1,04
1,03
1,02
1,01
1,00
0,99
0,98
-20 0 20 40 60 80 100
50 Vol.-%
0
1,05
40
33
30
25
20
10
A
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X Temperature [°C]
Y Density [g/cm³]
A Frost protection [°C]
10.3.4 Checking the flow rate (during heat pump
commissioning)
Check the flow and return temperatures of the heat source. For
this. determine the temperature differential by measuring the
temperature under the thermal insulation on both flow and return
pipes of the heat pump.
The diagram shows the temperature spread at the nominal flow
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1
2
5
4
3
2
1
-5 0 5 10 15 20
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Y Temperature differential
X Source inlet temperature
1 Brine = heating flow 35 °C
2 Brine = heating flow 50 °C
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Material losses
At the WPM set parameter COMMISSIONING/ SOURCE in
the commissioning list to “Ethylene glycol”. otherwise
the frost stat would stop the heat pump at temperatures
below 7 °C. The source inlet temperature can be checked
on the display of the WPM under the INFO/ SYSTEM/
SOURCE system parameter.
10.4 Installation of the heat consumer system
The layout of the connection material on the heating side has to
be done according to the evaporator and condensator materials
(Technical Datas) to avoide corrosion.
Implement the heat consumer system (heating circuit) in accord-
ance with current technical rules. For safety equipment in heating
systems. consult the DIN EN 12828.
Ensure the correct connection of the heating flow and return.
Protect the heating water lines against frost and moisture (only
in case of external installation). Protect flow and return lines in
external installations with an adequate amount of thermal insu-
lation against frost and by routing them inside a conduit against
moisture.
Maintain the required insulation thickness in accordance with the
Heating System Order [or local regulations].
The integral frost protection control (inside the heat pump). that
automatically starts the circulation pump in the heat pump circuit
at + 8 °C and thereby safeguards circulation in all water-bearing
components. offers additional frost protection. The heat pump is
started automatically no later than when the temperature inside
the buffer cylinder drops below + 5 °C.
Prior to connecting the heat pump. check the heating system for
leaks. flush it thoroughly. fill and carefully vent it.
10.4.1 Oxygen diffusion
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Material losses
Do not use open vented heating systems. Use oxygen
diffusion-proof pipes in underfloor heating systems with
plastic pipework.
In underfloor heating systems with plastic pipes that are per-
meable to oxygen and in open vented heating systems, oxygen
diffusion may lead to corrosion on the steel components of the
heating system (e.g. on the indirect coil of the DHW cylinder, on
buffer cylinders, steel radiators or steel pipes).
 With heating systems that are permeable to oxygen, separate
the heating system between the heating circuit and the buff-
er cylinder.
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Material losses
The products of corrosion (e.g. rusty sludge) can settle in
the heating system components and can result in a lower
output or fault shutdowns due to reduced cross-sections.
10.4.2 Filling the heating system
Water quality
A fill water analysis must be available prior to charging the sys-
tem. This may, for example, be requested from the relevant water
supply utility.
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Material losses
To avoid damage as a result of scaling, it may be neces-
sary to soften or desalinate the fill water. The fill water
limits specified in chapter "Specification / Data table"
must always be observed.
 Recheck these limits 8-12 weeks after commission-
ing and as part of annual system maintenance.
Note
With conductivity of >1000μS/cm, desalination treatment
is recommended in order to avoid corrosion.
Note
Suitable appliances for water softening and desalinating,
as well as for charging and flushing heating systems, can
be obtained via trade suppliers.
Note
If you treat the fill water with inhibitors or additives, the
same limits as for desalination apply.
10.4.3 Buffer cylinder
A buffer cylinder is recommended to ensure a trouble-free heat
pump operation. The buffer cylinder provides hydraulic separation
of the volume flow in the heat pump circuit and the heating circuit.
The flow rate in the heat pump remains constant if. for example.
the flow rate in the heating circuit is reduced by thermostatic
valves.