Metro Therm Microbooster PS, Microbooster P, Microbooster V, Microbooster VS User Manual
MICROBOOSTER HEAT PUMP
Manual
METRO Microbooster P
METRO Microbooster PS
METRO Microbooster V
METRO Microbooster VS
08:220-1809
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .....................................................................4
1. About the product ...............................................................4
2. Transport, Handling and Delivery .............................................13
3. Positioning ....................................................................15
4. Water Circuit ..................................................................17
5. Electric Connections ..........................................................22
6. Optimal operation .............................................................23
7. Control and Operation ........................................................25
8. Maintenance ..................................................................41
9. Disassembly & Decommissioning .............................................43
10. Troubleshooting ...............................................................44
11. Warranty ......................................................................46
12. Declaration of conformity ....................................................48
13. Product and installer information ............................................49
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INTRODUCTION
The aim of this manual is to give information, instructions and warnings on the Microbooster Domestic Hot Water Heat Pump (MBHP). The manual is to be used by installers and plumbers as well as by end users, since it contains important safety
information. The manual is a part of the Microbooster heat pump and it is to be conserved with care, since it contains important installation and maintenance instructions that can be useful to assure a long lifetime and an efficient operation.
1. ABOUT THE PRODUCT
The product is a Microbooster heat pump that has been designed according to EU
directives. The product is intended for hot water production for domestic use or for
similar applications. The unit has been designed to be ready for installation.
1.1. Safety precautions
• The product must be installed, commissioned, and repaired only by qualified technicians. Incorrect installation can result in damages of properties and personal injuries.
• The unit must be disconnected from the power supply when the cover is off.
• The unit must not be used by children or by people with limited physical or mental
capacity.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance must not be done by children without supervision.
• Do not place flammable materials in contact or close to the unit.
• The water system should be installed as stated in the manual.
• When in service, the unit should not be placed in subzero temperature areas.
• When not in service, the unit can be placed in subzero temperature areas, but all the
water in the tank or in the condensate drain must be removed beforehand.
• Hot water can cause serious burns if directly connected to the taps. The installation
of a mixing valve is suggested.
• The unit should be used only for its specified purpose. The manufacturer is not liable
for any damages due to failure to observe this manual.
• Take all the possible precautions to avoid incidents.
• The product contains HFC-R134a.
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1.2. Technical data
1.2.1. General
The unit is composed of a water tank, a refrigerant circuit, a cabinet and a display that
is connected to a control board. The main scope of the appliance is to heat water
stored in a tank.
1.2.2. Operation
The unit is programmed to start heating the water inside the tank when its temperature falls below a predetermined level. The unit stops when the water temperature
reaches a set point that can be regulated by the user. In general, the appliance is
designed to produce enough hot water to cover the need of a household of 4 persons
or more.
There are two main ways in which the unit can heat the water. These are determined by
the temperature of the heat source upon entry:
1) Internal coil operation (Heat source temperature > Domestic hot water tempera-
ture)
This mode of operation only applies to models with internal coil. If the heat source has
a temperature above the domestic hot water temperature upon entry, it can be used
to pre-heat the water in the tank. This is done by directing the heat source through an
internal coil in the water tank, thereby transferring heat from the heat source to the
domestic water. The cooled heat source is then sent through the refrigerant cycle (as
seen in paragraph 1.2.3). Using the heat source to pre-heat the domestic water boosts
the efficiency of the heat pump.
2) Heat pump operation (Heat source temperature < Domestic hot water temperature)
When the heat source enters the unit at a temperature below the domestic hot water
temperature, only the heat pump operation is used. In the operation with heat pump, a
refrigerant cycle utilizes the operation of a compressor and a heat source at low temperature to heat the water in the tank to a higher temperature level.
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1.2.3. Refrigerant circuit
As depicted in Figure 1 and 2, the heat pump cycle can be divided in four main processes: compression (1-2), condensation (2-3), expansion (3-4), evaporation (4-1)
described below:
• At the suction of the compressor (1) the superheated refrigerant gas enters the
compressor at low pressure.
• In the compressor, the refrigerant is compressed to a higher pressure and temperature level (2).
• The refrigerant is cooled and condensed in the condenser exchanging heat with the
water stored in the tank.
• The refrigerant exits the condenser in a subcooled, liquid form (3)
• Through a thermostatic expansion valve the pressure of the refrigerant is lowered
to allow its evaporation at lower temperatures (4).
• The refrigerant is evaporated in the flat plate heat exchanger that uses a liquid as
heat source (1).
• The process goes on until the power supply to the compressor is stopped.
A deeper description of the refrigerant circuit and all components used for its design
can be found in Figure 3, 4 and 5.
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• Gas
• Low Temperature
• Low Pressure
• Gas
• High Temperature
• High Pressure
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Figure 1 – Heat pump principle Figure 2 – Pressure-Enthalpy diagram
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Figure 3 – Process and Instrumentation Diagram with coil (left) and without coil (right)
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AA1
AA2
GP1
EP1
GQ1
BP1
RM1
XL2
QN1
BT2
BT1
BT3
EB1
WG1
XL1
XL3
XL4
EP2
HZ1
QN2
XL6
XL5
FR1
FN1
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AA1
AA2
GP1
EP1
GQ1
BP1
RM1
XL2
GQ2
QN1
BT2
BT1
BT3
EB1
XL1
XL3
XL4
EP3
EP2
HZ1
HZ2
QN2
XL6
XL5
FR1
FN1
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WG1
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AA1
AA2
GP1
EP1
GQ1
BP1
RM1
XL2
QN1
BT2
BT1
BT3
EB1
WG1
XL1
XL3
XL4
EP2
HZ1
QN2
XL6
XL5
FR1
FN1
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1.2.4. Safety instructions – Refrigerant circuit
• Only skilled and trained technicians shall carry out repair and service of the heat
pump circuit.
• Before opening the refrigerant circuit, discharge the heat source to a level that
allows safe working conditions.
• Special attention should be given if the maintenance of the unit is carried out with
an open flame.
1.2.5. Process and Instrumentation Diagram
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Refrigerant circuit
GQ1: Compressor
RM1: Check valve
EP1: Evaporator
EP2: Condenser
HZ1: Filter drier
QN2: Thermostatic
expansion valve
XL7: Service valve
Water circuit
XL1: Water inlet
XL2: Water outlet
XL3: Heat source inlet
XL4: Heat source outlet
XL5: Water recirculation
XL6: Condensate outlet
EP3*: Coil
EB1: Electric heater
FR1: Anode
GQ2*: Three-way valve
QN2: Air vent
HZ2*: Strainer
FN1: Thermal protection
Figure 4 – Design of the refrigerant circuit and the main components
XL2
XL4
XL3
XL1
XL5
XL6
BT3
EB1
FR1
FN1
AA2
GP1
EP2
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GQ1
EP1
HZ1
QN2
HZ2
AA1
BT2
BT1
XL7
GP1GQ2
RM1
EP3
GP1
Sensors
BT1: Heat source inlet temperature
BT2: Heat source outlet temperature
BT3: Tank water temperature
BP1: High pressure switch
Electric components
AA1: Main printed circuit board
AA2: Display circuit board
GC1: Solar (PV) 0-10V (fig. 13)
QA1: SG-ready port (fig. 13)
GP1: Pump OR
flow control valve
The items with * are only found on models
with internal coil.
Nomenclature according to standard
IEC 81346-1 and 81346-2.
Figure 5 – Design of tank, condenser and related components
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1.2.6. Main Technical Data
The main technical data are collected in the following figures and table.
A
B
C
D1
E
D3
D2
I
H
F
G
D4
Figure 6 – Dimensional data
Parameter Unit P V PS VS
Dimensional data
A – Height mm 1570
B mm 385
C mm 65
D1 mm 220
D2 mm 180
D3 mm 435
D4 mm 100
E mm 285
F mm 140
G mm 86
H - Diameter mm Ø603
I - Max diameter mm Ø620
Height required for installation mm 1730
Weight (dry) kg 98 104
Nominal insulation thickness mm 50
Nominal volume, storage tank l 190 180
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Parameter Unit P V PS VS
Electrical data
Power supply V/Hz 230/50
Fuse A 13 (10)
Electric connections - L1, N, G
Electric heater power W 1500
Refrigerant and water circuit
Refrigerant type - R134a
Refrigerant quantity g 1220
GWP - 1430
CO2 equivalent ton 1,7
Refrigerant circuit - Hermetically sealed
Protection rating - IP21
Water connections in ¾ - BSPT (ISO 7-1)
Heat source connections mm 22 – Compression fittings
Heat source temperature range °C 5 (10*) - 55 5 (10*) - 60
Performance data
Heat source at 25°C, domestic hot water at 10-53,5°C (EN16147, L)
COP - 5,3 5,2
Heat up time hh:mm 04:30
Heating capacity W 2100
Stand-by heat losses W 12
Heat source at 40°C, domestic hot water at 10-53,5°C (EN16147, L)
COP - 6,0 8,5
Heat up time hh:mm 02:50 03:45
Heating capacity W 2700 3200
Stand-by heat losses W 9
Volume at 40°C L 247 234
Sound power dB(A) 46
All data are to be subjected to 3rd party test.
*If brine is used as heat source the minimum temperature is 5 °C.
If uninhibited water is used the minimum temperature is 10 °C.
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Parameter Unit P V PS VS
Operating limits
Max. compressor power W 600
Max. water temperature (heat pump only) °C 65
Max. water temperature (heat pump and
electric water heater)
°C 65
Min. required heat source flow l/h 100
Max. domestic hot water pressure MPa 1,0
Max. allowed heat source pressure MPa 0,3 1,0 0,3 1,0
Max. available pressure difference kPa 20 600 20 600
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2. TRANSPORT, HANDLING AND DELIVERY
Immediately upon receipt, the domestic hot water heater pump must be examined to
make sure that it is intact and undamaged. If not, the shipping company must be
informed immediately. The recipient has the responsibility for all the shipments unless
otherwise agreed.
2.1. Delivery Mode
The appliance is delivered without condensate drain tube and the safety equipment
for the water circuit.
2.2. Storage
The unit must be stored and preferably transported upright, free of water and within
its packaging.
Transport and storage may take place at temperatures between -10 °C and +50 °C. If
the unit has been transported or stored at sub-zero temperatures the unit should be
left at room temperatures for 24 hours before commissioning.
2.3. Transport with Forklift
For transport with a forklift, the unit must stand on the associated transport frame.
Always lift the unit slowly. Due to the high center of gravity, the appliance must be
secured against tipping during transportation.
2.4. Unloading the Heat Pump
In order to avoid damages, the unit must be unloaded on a flat surface.
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2.5. Transport with Trailer
The unit must only be transported on the associated transport frame. This also
applies to transport on stairs (figure 7).
The unit must be secured against sliding on the trailer.
Water connections etc. shall not be used for transportation purposes.
It should be made sure that the trailer does not damage the cabinet or the
various connections.
Figure 7 - Transport with trailer
2.6 Horizontal transport
When carefully transporting the unit over a short distance to its final location, the unit
can be transported horizontally in its packaging on the dedicated side. If the unit has
been tilted more than 45°, the unit must be left in its normal upright position for at
least 24 hours before it is started.
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3. POSITIONING
The installation site should be equipped with a power supply of 220-240V and 50 Hz.
The power supply and the hydraulic system must comply with the local regulations.
The unit should be placed vertically, with a maximum inclination of 1°. The unit must be
well balanced and stable on the ground surface. Use the built-in adjustable pads to
level the unit.
The unit must be installed as close as possible to the hydraulic system in order to minimize heat losses in the water pipes. The water pipe outlet should be insulated for the
same reason.
The unit should not be placed in direct contact with the sunlight.
The unit can only be installed in a frost-free room and it should follow the criteria:
• Room temperature between 5°C and 35°C.
• Drain possibility for condensate and floor drain.
• Solid base (approx. 500 kg / m2).
• It is necessary to ensure that there is sufficient space around the unit for mainte-
nance and service. A clearance of 0,5 m around the unit is recommended.
Once the appliance is located in the right position, remove the packaging and remove
the unit from the pallet.
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3.1. Set-up sequence
Once the unit is placed in a room with characteristics as specified in the previous
paragraph, then it can be prepared following the sequence described below:
1. Remove the packaging from the pallet.
2. Remove the transport fittings from the pallet.
3. Remove the unit off the pallet and place it on the floor.
4. Adjust the unit vertically by adjusting the feet.
5. Check that the unit has no damages.
6. Set up the water circuit (See chapter 4) and fill the tank with water.
7. Set up the electric connections (See chapter 6).
When the unit is supplied with electricity, it automatically starts running in its
standard operation according to the factory settings as described in Chapter 7.
Figure 8 - Set-up sequence
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