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NH-EL Series

Installation and Operation Manual

Includes installation, operation maintenance and troubleshooting information for your NH-EL Electric Steam humidifier

2570435 D | 25 JUN 2014

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Nortec does not accept any liability for installations of humidity equipment installed by unqualified personnel or the use of parts/components/equipment that are not authorized or approved by Nortec.

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Contents

1Introduction

2Receiving and Unpacking

3Humidifier Components

5NH-EL Models

6Options and Accessories

9Installation

10Typical Humidifier Installation

11Location

13Mounting with Keyholes

14Plumbing

15Steam Distributor

16Steam Lines and Condensate Returns

21Electrical

22External Controls

36 Options and Accessories

38Start Up

39Installation Check

40NH-EL User Interface

41Start Up Procedure

42Information Screens

43Nortec Digital Controls

46NH-EL Pre-Start Up Checklist

47NH-EL Start Up Checklist

48Operation

49LED Status Lights

51 How the Humidifier Works

54 NH-EL Humidifier Configuration

62Maintenance and Servicing

63Required Maintenance

68Extended Shutdown

69NH-EL Maintenance Checklist

70Troubleshooting

72 General Troubleshooting

75 NH-EL Warnings and Faults

81NH-EL Wiring Diagram (Cylinder A)

82NH-EL Wiring Diagram (Cylinder B)

83Spare Parts

95 Warranty

Introduction

CAUTION: Servicing

Disconnect main power before any servicing.

The plumbing and electrical compartments contain high voltage components and wiring. Access should be limited to authorized personnel only.

During and following operation of the humidifier, the steam and components in contact with the steam such as the cylinder, blower pack, steam lines, steam distributors, and condensate lines can become hot and can burn if touched.

Nortec Humidity Ltd. does not accept any liability for installations of humidity equipment installed by unqualified personnel or the use of parts/components/equipment that are not authorized or approved by Nortec Humidity Ltd.

CAUTION: Electrical

All electrical work should be done according to local electrical code.

Electrical connection to be performed by a licensed electrician.

CAUTION: Plumbing

Plumbing to be performed by a licensed plumber.

Drain water from humidifier can be very hot. Do not drain to public sink.

All plumbing work should be done according to local plumbing code.

CAUTION: Installation

Do not mount on hot surfaces.

Do not mount in area where freezing can occur.

Do not mount on vibrating surface.

Do not mount on floor.

The NH-EL produces steam at atmospheric pressure; no devices which could block steam output should be connected to the steam outlet.

Steam lines must be installed so that no restriction can produce back pressure in the humidifier. Failure to follow installation instructions will result in improper operation and could void warranty.

Regardless of selecting On/Off or modulating control method, NORTEC humidifiers must have a closed circuit across its On/Off security loop control terminal to operate. NORTEC highly recommends the use of a high limit humidistat and an air proving switch in series for this function.

1 | Introduction

Receiving and Unpacking

1Check packing slip to ensure ALL material has been delivered.

2All material shortages are to be reported to NORTEC within 48 hours from receipt of goods. NORTEC assumes no responsibility for any material shortages beyond this period.

3Inspect shipping boxes for damage and note damages on shipping waybill accordingly.

4After unpacking, inspect equipment for damage and if damage is found, notify the shipper promptly.

5All NORTEC products are shipped on a Free-On-Board (FOB) factory basis. Any and all damage, breakage or loss claims are to be made directly to the shipping company.

Before Installation

1Ensure that available voltage and phase corresponds with humidifier voltage and phase as indicated on humidifier’s specification label.

2Ensure that the dedicated external fuse disconnect is of sufficient size to handle the rated amps as indicated on the specification label. Refer to local codes.

3Report any discrepancy immediately to the site engineer.

4Ensure sufficient clearances will be available as described in Location on page 11.

5Ensure steam lines can be routed to distributor or blower pack as described in Steam Lines and Condensate Return on page 16.

Figure 1: Specification Label Location

Introduction | 2

Humidifier Components

Condensate Return

Fill Cup

Steam Outlet

Cylinder Plug

Cylinder

Cylinder Strap

Fill Valve

Drain Canal

High Water Sensor

 

Plug

NOTE:

 

 

NH-EL 005-030

 

shown, component

 

location may vary

 

slightly for other

 

models.

 

Control Terminal

 

Strip

Touch Screen Display

Auxiliary Drain Switch

On/Off Switch

Door Interlock Switch

Drain Valve

Driver Board

Contactor

Remote Relay Board

High Voltage

Terminal Block

Integrated Controller

Transformer

Figure 2: NH-EL Humidifier Components

3 | Introduction

Description of Components

 

Table 1: Humidifier Components

 

 

Component

Function of Component

 

 

Auxiliary Drain

Drains water from cylinder by activating drain valve. Note that initiating a

 

drain in this manner will not induce Drain Water Cooling.

 

 

Condensate Return

Provides a connection to return condensate to humidifier.

 

 

Contactor

Turns On/Off power to cylinder electrodes.

 

 

Control Terminal

Terminal strip for connecting external controls and blower pack to

Strip

humidifier.

 

 

Cylinder Plug

Power connectors to electrodes in cylinder.

 

 

Cylinder strap

Securely holds cylinder in place.

 

 

Cylinder

Holds electrodes in water. Current between electrodes generates heat used

 

to generate steam.

 

 

Touch Screen

User interface for configuring the humidifier.

Display

 

 

 

Door Interlock

Prevents contactor from engaging when door is removed (pull out to

Switch

override this safety feature while troubleshooting).

 

 

Drain Canal

Combines cylinder drain water and fill cup overflow into a single drain outlet.

 

 

Drain Valve

Drains water from cylinder.

 

 

Driver Board

Provides input and output connections to humidifier components.

 

 

Fill Cup

Provides an air gap for backflow prevention.

 

 

Fill Valve

Controls flow of water into humidifier.

 

 

High Voltage

Primary power connection from remote disconnect to humidifier.

Terminal Block

 

 

 

High Water sensor

Used to detect max water level in cylinder.

Plug

 

 

 

On/Off Switch

Turns power On/Off to humidifier controller. Note: Turn off humidifier

 

disconnect to shut off primary power to the humidifier.

 

 

Remote Relay

Provides a terminal strip to dry contacts which open/close to indicate the

Board (option)

humidifier is on, humidifying, needs service, or is in a fault condition.

 

 

Steam Outlet

Connect to steam line with steam hose.

 

 

Integrated

Controls all functions of the humidifier’s operation and provides user

Controller

interface for configuration of the humidifier.

 

 

Transformer

Steps primary voltage down to 24 VAC for the controller and internal

 

components such as the fill valve and drain valve.

 

 

Introduction | 4

NH-EL Models

The NH-EL with its Integrated Controller and state-of-the-art features and options is the most advanced electrode steam humidifier available. As well as controlling the operation of the humidifier, the Integrated Controller can be connected directly to BACnet and to the Internet. The NH-EL is available in capacities ranging from 5 lb/hr (2 kg/hr) to 200 lb/hr (90 kg/hr). NHEL humidifiers are packaged in three different cabinets depending on capacity. Figure 3: NH-EL Sizes shows the configuration and relative size of the three different cabinets. NH-EL models up to 100 lb/hr (45 kg/hr) are also available with a built on blower pack. Table 3 provides specifications for the NH-EL product line.

NH-EL 005-030

NH-EL 050-100

NH-EL 150-200

Fill Connections Drain Connections

Figure 3: NH-EL Sizes

Double Unit (NH-EL 150-200)

NH-EL double units have two cylinders to provide increased capacity. The construction and installation of double units is identical to units with a single cylinder with the following exceptions:

Double units have two driver boards (designated A and B). One driver board controls each cylinder. (See Figure 3: NH-EL Sizes).

Double units can operate both cylinders in series or parallel from a single set of control signals or independently based on two sets of control signals (see Double Mode (NH-EL 150200 only) on page 56 for configuration instructions).

Independent Operation - If configured for independent operation then 2 sets of control wiring must be provided. Control wiring for each cylinder must be connected to the cylinder’s corresponding driver board/terminal strip and each cylinder performs independent of the other.

Parallel Operation - If configured for parallel operation then only one set of control wiring is required and the cylinders operate in parallel. The advantage is even wear on both cylinders.

Series Operation – If configured for series operation, then only one set of control wiring is required and the cylinders operate in series. Cylinder A’s output range is 0-50% and Cylinder B’s output range is 50-100%. The advantage is the lower turndown ratio of one cylinder.

Double units have one primary power connection but have individual fill, drain, and steam outlet connections for each cylinder.

5 | Introduction

Options and Accessories

NORTEC provides a complete line of options and accessories for every humidification application. The following options and accessories are available and may have been delivered with your NH-EL humidifier. Refer to the installation instructions that came with the accessories for the proper installation and operation.

Table 2: Options and Accessories

 

 

Option / Accessory

Application

Steam Distributors

Adding steam into air ducts.

Remote Blower Pack

Adding steam into a space remote from the humidifier.

SAMe Steam Distribution Manifold

Adding steam into air ducts where short absorption is required.

Digital or Analog Control Humidistats

Controlling the output of the humidifier based on sensed RH (can

 

be mounted in the space being humidified or in the duct).

Digital RH Transducers

Communicating RH in a space or duct to the humidifier.

Digital or Analog High Limit Humidistats

Preventing over humidification in a duct by shutting down or

 

throttling down the humidifier when duct RH gets high.

Air Proving Switches

Ensuring humidification only occurs when air is moving in a duct.

Fill Cup Extension

Increasing the steam back pressure capability of an NH-EL.

Drain Water Cooling (Extreme)

Cooling drain water to less than 120 °F (49°C).

Foam Detection Kits

Increasing the range of water quality in which an NH-EL can

 

operate.

 

 

Introduction | 6

 

 

 

Table 3: NH-EL Specifications

 

 

 

 

Capacity

 

NH-EL

 

Max

 

Stand-

Fill

Net/Full

Phase

Volts

Amps

Ext

KW

ard

gal (l)

Weight

lb (kg)

Part No.

 

 

 

Fuse

 

Cylinder

per min

lb (kg)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 (2.3)

110-120

2573379

15.6

20

1.9

202

0.13 (0.5)

 

 

 

208

2573380

18.3

25

3.8

202

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

45/55

 

 

220-240

2573382

15.9

20

3.8

202

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0.13

 

 

10 (4.5)

277

2573383

13.7

20

3.8

202

(21/25)

 

(0.5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573385

7.9

15

3.8

204

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

550-600

2573386

6.3

15

3.8

204

 

 

 

 

208

2573388

36.6

45

7.6

321

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

220-240

2573389

31.7

40

7.6

321

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0.13

 

 

20 (9)

277

2573390

27.5

35

7.6

321

 

 

(0.5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573392

15.9

20

7.6

309

45/65

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573393

12.7

20

7.6

309

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(21/30)

 

 

208

2573394

21.1

30

7.6

303

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20 (9)

220-240

2573395

18.3

25

7.6

303

0.13

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573397

9.2

15

7.6

311

(0.5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573398

7.3

15

7.6

311

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573399

31.7

40

11.4

421

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30

220-240

2573400

27.5

35

11. 4

421

0.3

45/80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13.5)

440-480

2573402

13.7

20

11.4

411

(1.2)

(21/37)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573403

11.0

15

11.4

411

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573404

51.9

70

18.7

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50

220-240

2573405

45.0

60

18.7

621

0.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(22.5)

440-480

2573407

22.4

30

18.7

605

(2.0)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573408

18.0

25

18.7

605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573409

77.9

100

28.1

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

85/150

3

75 (34)

220-240

2573410

67.4

90

28.1

621

0.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573412

33.8

45

28.1

605

(2.0)

(39/68)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573413

27.0

35

28.1

605

 

 

 

 

208

2573414

94.4

125

34.0

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100 (45)

220-240

2573415

90.0

125

37.4

621

0.9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573417

45.0

60

37.4

605

(3.3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573418

36.0

45

37.4

605

 

 

 

 

208

2573419

155.8

200

56.1

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

220-240

2573420

135.0

175

56.1

621

0.5**

 

 

150 (68)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573422

67.4

90

56.1

605

(2.0**)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

120/245

 

 

550-600

2573423

54.0

70

56.1

605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573424

188.7

250

68.0

621

 

(55/112)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

200 (90)

220-240 2573425 180.0

225

74.8

621

0.9**

 

 

440-480

2573427

90.0

125

74.8

605

(3.3**)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573428

72.0

90

74.8

605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

** Note: Per cylinder basis.

7 | Introduction

 

 

 

Table 4: NH-EL Space Specifications

 

 

 

Capacity

 

NH-EL

 

Max

 

Stand-

Fill

Net/Full

Phase

Volts

Space

Amps

Ext

KW

ard

gal (l)

Weight

lb (kg)

 

 

Part No.

 

Fuse

 

Cylinder

per min

lb (kg)

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 (2.3)

110-120

2573429

17.2

25

2.0

202

0.13 (0.5)

 

 

 

208

2573430

19

25

4.0

202

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

83/93

 

 

220-240

2573431

16.5

25

4.0

202

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0.13

 

 

10 (4.5)

277

2573432

14.2

20

4.0

202

(38/42)

 

(0.5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573434

8.2

15

4.0

204

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

550-600

2573435

6.6

15

4.0

204

 

 

 

 

208

2573436

37.3

45

7.8

321

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

220-240

2573437

32.3

40

7.8

321

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0.13

 

 

20 (9)

277

2573438

28

35

7.8

321

 

 

(0.5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573440

16.2

20

7.8

309

83/103

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573441

13

20

7.8

309

 

 

 

 

208

2573442

21.8

30

7.8

303

 

(38/47)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

220-240

2573443

18.9

25

7.8

303

0.13

 

 

20 (9)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573445

9.5

15

7.8

311

(0.5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573446

7.6

15

7.8

311

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573447

32.4

40

11.7

421

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

83/118

 

30

220-240

2573448

28.1

35

11.7

421

0.3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13.5)

440-480

2573450

14

20

11.7

411

(1.2)

(38/54)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573451

11.3

15

11.7

411

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573452

52.6

70

18.9

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

50

220-240

2573453

45.6

60

18.9

621

0.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(22.5)

440-480

2573455

22.7

30

18.9

605

(2.0)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573456

18.3

25

18.9

605

 

 

 

 

208

2573457

78.6

100

28.3

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

123/188

 

 

220-240

2573458

68

90

28.3

621

0.5

 

75 (34)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573460

34.1

45

28.3

605

(2.0)

(56/85)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573461

27.3

35

28.3

605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

208

2573462

95.1

125

34.5

621

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100 (45)

220-240

2573463

90.6

125

37.7

621

0.9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

440-480

2573465

45.3

60

37.7

605

(3.3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550-600

2573466

36.3

45

37.7

605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Introduction | 8

Installation

10Typical Humidifier Installation

11Location

13Mounting with Keyholes

14Plumbing

15Steam Distributor

16Steam Lines and Condensate Return Instructions

21Electrical

22External Controls

22 Control Wiring

22 Control Location

24On/Off Control Wiring

25Keep Warm Wiring

26Modulating Control Wiring

28Transducer Control Wiring

29 Double Unit Control Wiring

33Remote Fault Option Wiring

34Multi Mode Wiring

35Modbus Digital Control

36Options and Accessories

37Fill Cup Extension

37 Extreme Drain Water Cooling

37 Condensate Cooling (External)

37 Foam Protection

37 Internal Fusing

37 Remote Fault Indication

9 | Installation

Typical Humidifier Installation

 

 

 

Mounting

 

 

 

 

Pg 13

 

 

 

 

 

1ft (30 cm)

 

 

 

 

2 in.

 

 

 

 

(5 cm)

 

 

 

 

min.

 

 

 

Steam

0” (0 cm)

 

Screws

 

 

 

Distribution

right

 

 

 

clearance

 

 

 

Pg 15

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6” (15 cm)

 

 

 

 

recommended

 

 

 

 

1 ft (30 cm)

 

 

 

 

min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 – 24 VAC

 

 

 

1- 24 VAC

 

 

 

2-2Security– SecurityLoopLoop

 

 

 

3-3Common– Common

 

 

 

4-4Channel Channel1 1

 

 

 

5-5Channel Channel2 2

Controls

 

 

6-65VDC10 VDC

 

 

 

7- Ground

Pg 22

 

 

 

7 – Ground

 

 

8- Blower Pack

 

 

 

 

8 – Blower Pack

 

 

 

9- Blower Pack

 

 

E

 

9 – Blower Pack

 

 

N

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

H

 

 

 

T

 

 

 

-

 

 

 

E

 

 

 

E

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

Plumbing

 

 

 

Ground

Pg 14

Dedicated

L1 L2 L3

 

Circuit

 

 

NH-EL

 

Breaker or

 

 

 

 

 

EXTERNAL

 

Disconnect

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

½ in NPT

 

 

 

 

Air Gap

 

 

 

 

Cold potable water

 

 

 

 

150-1200 microsiemens

 

 

 

 

30-80 psig

 

 

 

Electrical

 

 

 

 

Pg 21

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 4: Typical Humidifier Installation

 

 

 

 

 

Installation | 10

Location

Mount on a suitable wall or vertical surface. Do not sit the unit on the floor to allow clearances required for plumbing and electrical connections.

Clearance dimensions shown are for reference only and are the minimum required for maintenance of the humidifier. Consult local and national codes before final location and installation. NORTEC does not accept responsibility for installation code violations.

Install only in areas with ambient temperature 41-104 °F (5 – 40 °C) relative humidity 5 - 95% (non condensing).

When possible install the humidifier below the steam distributor. Take care to provide proper steam line routing and proper condensate traps.

DO NOT locate the humidifier any further than absolutely necessary from the steam distributor location. Net output will be reduced as a result of heat loss through the steam line.

When possible, mount the NH-EL humidifier at a height convenient for servicing.

Note: Do not mount on hot surfaces, where freezing can occur, vibrating surface, or floor.

 

 

(See Table for

 

 

Blowerpack

 

 

clearances)

 

(See Table for

 

 

Blowerpack

5-95%

 

clearances)

 

 

 

 

(See Table for

 

 

Blowerpack

 

 

clearances)

 

6 in.

36 in. (91.5 cm)

 

Min. Front Clearance

 

(15 cm)

 

Recommended

 

 

Side

 

 

Clearance

 

 

 

If Blowerpack is used,

 

 

mount so that the steam

 

 

outlet is at least

 

 

96 in. (244 cm)

Mount Humidifier

 

above ground level.

24 in.(61 cm)

 

Level

 

Min Height

 

 

 

Figure 5: Mounting Location / Clearance

11 | Installation

Table 5: Clearances for Blower Packs on Low Speed*

 

 

 

Minimum

 

Min. Frontal

 

Min. Overhead

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Humidifier

 

No. of

 

 

 

 

Min. Left side

 

Min. Right side

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clearance

 

Clearance

 

 

 

 

 

Capacity

 

Blower

 

 

 

 

Clearance

 

Clearance

 

 

 

 

Inches (cm)

 

Inches (cm)

 

 

 

 

 

lbs/hr (kg/hr)

 

Packs

 

 

 

 

Inches (cm)

 

Inches (cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30 (13.6)

 

 

1

 

 

132 (336)

 

 

12(31)

 

12 (31)

 

12 (31)

 

100 (45.4)

 

 

1

 

 

 

Not

 

 

Not

 

Not

 

Not

 

 

 

 

 

recommended

 

 

recommended

 

recommended

 

recommended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 6: Clearances for Blower Packs on High Speed*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minimum

 

 

 

Min. Frontal

 

 

 

Min. Overhead

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Humidifier

 

 

 

No. of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min. Left side

 

 

Min. Right side

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clearance

 

 

 

Clearance

 

 

 

 

 

 

Capacity

 

 

 

Blower

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clearance

 

 

Clearance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inches (cm)

 

 

 

Inches (cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

lbs/hr (kg/hr)

 

 

 

Packs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inches (cm)

 

 

Inches (cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30 (13.6)

 

 

1

 

 

120 (305)

 

 

12(31)

 

12 (31)

 

12 (31)

 

100 (45.4)

 

 

1

 

 

248 (630)

 

 

36 (91)

 

30 (76)

 

30 (76)

 

*NOTES:

Nominal Conditions 72˚F (22.2˚C), 43% RH.

Low speed not recommended for 100 lbs/hr humidifier. Consult factory for recommendations. Blower Pack should not be installed near cold surfaces or where dew point may be reached. Higher humidity or lower room temperature may result in longer absorption distances.

Installation | 12

Mounting with Keyholes

1The NH-EL Series humidifier is wall mounted using keyholes located on the back of the unit cabinetry.

2Use #12 x 3 in. (7.5 cm) screws mounted into 2x4 studs or better. Two screws are needed for a single unit (NH-EL 010 to 100). Three screws are needed for a double unit (NH-EL 150 to 200).

3Keyholes are spaced 16 in. (40.6 cm) apart center to center for large units and 11.9 in. (27.2 cm) apart for small units. Insert screws into the studs until there is 1/4 in. of screw exposed. Be sure the screws are level to each other.

4Raise the unit and place the screws through the keyholes. Make sure the unit is level, then tighten the screws to secure the unit in place.

5Place “L” Shaped brackets on top of the unit, with holes inline with the studs. Using the appropriate sized wood screw, fasten the “L” brackets to the studs, securing the unit from any upward motion. See Figure 6: Mounting with Keyholes.

Note: Use screws longer than 3” (7.5 cm) if drywall or other spacer is present.

SPACE

B

A

Insert screws so that 1/4 in. (6 mm) exposed, hang unit, tighten

screws.

Install “L” bracket after hanging humidifier

#12 x 3 in. (7.5 cm) Wood Screws

 

 

 

 

Unit Size

Screws

Dim A in (cm).

Dim B in. (Cm)

5-30

2

11.9 (30.2)

-

 

 

 

 

50-100

2

16 (40.6)

-

150-200

3

16 (40.6)

16 (40.6)

 

 

 

 

SPACE

Figure 6: Mounting with Keyholes

13 | Installation

Plumbing

1/2 in. NPT Use union to connect supply pipe to unit.

Always install a water shut-off valve.

*Pipe and water shut-off valve not supplied by NORTEC.

1.2 in. (30 mm). OD un-threaded outlet with factory supplied bent hose and clamp.

Air gap required.

2 1/2 in. to 7/8 in. copper reducer is ideal.

(NORTEC option P/N 2522172) Hose must not touch

the bottom of the funnel.

Min. 7/8 in. OD drain line. Keep as short as possible. Slope down to floor

drain or main drain. Increase size if combining

multiple drains as in double unit.

Figure 7: Water Supply and Drain Connection

Note:

Drain Water is very hot, do not drain to public sink

Supply cold potable water (not Reverse Osmosis or Demineralized). Conductivity: 150–750 microsiemens and pressure: 30-80 PSIG.

Use material suitable for 212°F (100°C) for drain and condensate lines.

All water supply and drain line connections should be installed in accordance with local plumbing codes.

Supply water should at 30 to 80 PSIG and be between 150-750 microsiemens (Hardness 0-12 GPG). For 750-1200 microsiemens, please consult factory.

Install water shut off valve and union before humidifier to facilitate servicing.

The drain line should not end in a sink used frequently by personnel, or where plumbing codes prohibit. Route to a floor drain or equivalent for safety reasons.

Ensure drain line is adequately sized to provide free and easy draining and that an air gap is installed as shown. A restricted drain can cause cylinder water to over concentrate, resulting in poor operation or result in water backing up at the air gap.

Installation | 14

Steam Distributor

Steam generated by the NH-EL may be distributed directly into a space with a built on or remote blower pack, or into an air handling system using either Nortec steam distributors or

Nortec’s SAMe steam distribution manifold.

Whichever method is used, the steam distributor should be installed as close as possible to the humidifier. Short steam distribution lines minimize condensate losses and the possibility of generating back pressure in the steam distribution line.

Figure 8: Distributor Location in Duct provides common guidelines for locating a steam distributor in a duct.

Calculated absorption distance to any obstruction

or 8-10 ft (2.4 - 3 m) if unknown

2 x duct

height min.

2/3 Duct height

12 in.

(30 cm) min.

Mount distributor to side of duct

Figure 8: Distributor Location in Duct

Note:

Install the NH-EL as close as possible to whatever steam distributor is used.

Refer to distributor, SAMe, or remote blower pack installation manuals for detailed installation instructions.

15 | Installation

Steam Lines and Condensate Return Instructions

The following instructions must be followed for installation of steam lines for ASD, BSD, CSD, SAM-e, and remote blower packs. Failure to use material recommended in

Table 7, exceeding maximum recommended length in Table 7, or failure to follow any other steam line installation instructions will result in improper operation and could void the warranty.

Danger:

The NH-EL is an atmospheric humidifier that will only operate properly when its steam distribution system is installed so that it provides no significant backpressure.

Installing the NH-EL in such a way that backpressure can develop during operation could result in serious injury or damage to property.

Table 7: Recommended Steam Line Material*, Maximum Length, Losses

 

NH-EL

Maximum Steam

MED-L

Stainless

Possible Steam Losses

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Model

Line Length

Copper

Steel

(based on 1” insulated copper pipe)

 

 

ft

 

(m)

Tube

Tube

lb/hr/ft

 

(kg/hr/m)

 

 

 

 

5

7

(2)

 

 

 

 

 

10

12

(3.5)

3/4

0.875 X 0.049W

0.06

(0.09)

20

17

(5)

 

 

 

 

 

30

22

(6.5)

 

 

 

 

 

50

43

(13)

 

 

 

 

 

75/150**

47

(14)

1 1/2

1.75 X 0.065W

0.11

(0.16)

100/200**

50

(15)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oversized Steam Line (Use for longer steam runs)***

 

 

5

14

(4)

 

 

 

 

 

10

24

(7)

1

1.125 X 0.049W

0.06

(0.09)

20

34

(10)

 

 

 

 

 

30

44

(13)

 

 

 

 

 

50

86

(26)

 

 

 

 

 

75/150**

94

(28)

2

2.0 X 0.065W

0.11

(0.16)

100/200**

100

(30)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nortec Steam Hose

 

 

 

5-30

10

(3)

Pt No 1328810 (7/8”)

0.1

(0.15)

50-200**

10

(3)

Pt No. 1328820 (1 3/4”)

0.15

(0.22)

Note: * The use of steam line other than copper, stainless steel tube or Nortec supplied steam line will void the warranty and may adversely affect the operation of the humidifier.

**Use one steam line per cylinder for NH-EL 150-200 humidifiers. Do not combine lines except at distributor using a Nortec adapter designed for that purpose and only if humidifiers operate in parallel.

***These diameters require a reducer at humidifier and steam distributor connection.

Installation | 16

Use Appropriate Slope

Insulate Pipe

Minimal Slope (up)

10 Degrees

 

 

 

 

 

 

n

 

 

 

 

 

io

 

 

 

 

ct

 

 

 

 

re

 

 

 

 

 

i

 

 

 

 

 

m D

 

 

 

 

ea

 

 

 

 

t

 

 

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 ft (30 cm)

2 in. (5 cm)

 

 

Minimal Slope (down)

 

 

 

 

2 Degrees

 

 

Stea

 

 

 

m Direction

 

0.5 in.

 

 

1 in. (2.5 cm) pipe

 

1ft (30 cm)

(12 mm)

insulation

 

 

Figure 9: Steam Line Slope and Insulation

Trap condensate

Trap at all low points and recommended intervals using full size ‘T’ for traps.

Condensate should not be routed to a sink used frequently by personnel. Route to a floor drain or equivalent. Condensate normally cools in traps but is still hot. A SAMe or larger steam line generates more condensate and water may not cool in the trap. A drain water cooler option may be installed if required by code.

Route condensate to floor drain or equivalent in multi-unit to single SAM-e installation.

Tee is same size as steam line

12 in. (30 cm) min drop to top of ‘P’ Trap

P Trap min 6 in. (15 cm) or duct static

pressure + 2 in whichever is greater

Use a full size tee, not a 90 degree elbow for vertical

to horizontal transitions.

‘P’ Traps Use:

-NORTEC 0.375 in condensate hose

-1/4 in Med-L copper tubing, or

-0.375 in stainless steel tubing

1 ft (30 cm)

0.25 in

(0.6 cm)

Condensate drains must be sloped down.

17 | Installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hose cuff

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with clamps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 ft (30 cm)

2 in. (5 cm)

 

Condensate line

 

 

 

 

 

 

min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Route to fill cup or drain .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Insulated copper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

steam line. Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 ft (30 cm)

 

so weight is not on

 

cylinder.

min. before

 

‘P’ Trap

any bend

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use steam hose and clamps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

between cylinder and steam line.

Figure 11: Typical Steam Line Installation

Steam Line Rules

The following 10 points provide rules for installing steam lines connecting the NH-EL humidifier to ASD, BSD, CSD, SAMe and remote blower packs. In addition to these rules never use unapproved material for steam lines.

1. Allow minimum of 12 in. (30 cm) before first bend in steam line.

Never

Best

< 1 ft

(30 cm)

1 ft (30 cm) min.

2. Slope the steam lines.

Best

Good

Never

 

 

1 ft (30 cm)

 

 

min 2 in.

 

1 ft (30 cm)

(5 cm)

 

 

 

 

min 0.5 in.

 

 

(12 mm)

 

Installation | 18

3. Use steam hose only for short distances.

Best

 

 

Never

 

 

 

> 10 ft (1.5 m)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

< 5 ft (1.5 m)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: 1) Always support hose. 2) Do not exceed 10 ft (3 m) hose length

4. For steam hose maintain minimum 12 in. (30 cm) bend radius.

Best

 

Never

 

 

 

 

12 in.

<

12 in.

 

(30 cm)

 

(3

0 cm)

 

min. Radius

 

Radius

 

 

5.Install traps on condensate lines at least 12 in. (30 cm) below connection.

Good

Never

min. 12 in. (30 cm)

< 12 in. (30 cm)

6. Only combine steam lines at steam distributor with Nortec adapter.

Good

Never

Notes: 1. Units must operate in parallel.

2.Also for double units (cylinders must operate in parallel).

7.Install condensate traps at low points and horizontal to vertical transitions.

Good

Condensate

Never

Traps

 

19 | Installation

8. Increase diameter either on down slope or install condensate trap.

Best Sloping Down

Good

Never

Nortec

Condensate

Trap

Increase =

Condensate

Blockage

9. Install condensate traps if steam line > 15 ft (4.5 m).

Good

max. 15 ft

 

max. 15 ft

 

(4.5 m)

 

 

 

 

 

 

(4.5 m)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Never

> 15 ft (4.5 m)

10. In addition never:

 

 

 

Never

 

 

 

Never

Never

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reduce Steam Line Size

Install Copper or SST without Insulation Install a valve or other obstruction

After Installation Always:

Purge steam lines to remove any contaminants and installation materials

Ensure all condensate lines / traps flow.

Installation | 20

Electrical

Caution: Wiring to be performed by a licensed electrician.

Note:

1Optional internal fuses are not a substitute for external fuses.

2Dedicated external fused disconnect must be installed. Fusing must not exceed max circuit protection as indicated on the specification label.

3Ensure that adequate power is available to carry full humidifier amp draw as indicated on the specification label.

4All wiring to be in accordance with national and local electrical codes.

Three Phase NH-EL

Three Phase Supply

 

 

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

L1

 

L1

L2

 

 

 

L3

 

L2

Neutral

 

 

L3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dedicated

E

I

 

 

 

 

 

X

N

 

 

 

 

 

Circuit Breaker

 

 

 

 

 

T

T

 

 

 

 

 

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fused Disconect

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Single Phase NH-EL

Single Phase Supply

Ground

L1

L2

Three Phase Supply

(Note: Load will be unbalanced)

Ground

L1

L2

L3

Neutral

Three Phase Supply

(Note: Load will be unbalanced)

Ground

L1

L2

L3

Neutral

Ground .

L1

L2

E

I

X

N

T

T

 

 

Ground

L1

L2

E

I

X

N

T

T

 

 

Ground

L1

Neutral

E

I

X

N

T

T

.

Figure 12: Primary Power Connection

21 | Installation

External Controls

Control Wiring

The following information is relevant to all controls, factory supplied or otherwise. For wiring use a minimum of 18 AWG and keep as short as possible. The NH-EL humidifier can be operated with two modulating inputs. Signal types must be the same (both demand or both transducer). The NH-EL can also be operated as On/Off. See NH-EL Humidifier Configuration on page 54 for configuration.

Caution: Failure to wire the humidifier in accordance with the wiring instructions could cause permanent damage. Such errors will void the warranty.

Control Location

10 ft min.

4

1

2

3

Out

Air

Duct High

Humidity

door

Proving

Limit

Control

temp.

Switch

 

(return air

sensor.

 

 

duct or

location

representative of the room)

Figure 13: Control Location (Duct Humidification)

Duct Humidification

1

Air Proving Switch

 

Locate so that it can sense air flow or lack of it.

2

Duct High Limit

 

NH-EL can be modulating, On/Off, or a humidity sensor.

 

Locate at least 10 feet from steam distributor or far enough that under normal conditions

 

steam is fully absorbed.

3

Humidity Control

 

NH-EL can be Modulating, On/Off, or a Humidity Sensor.

 

Can be located either in return air duct (preferred) or in room being humidified.

 

Mount in area representative of room humidity (draft, doorways, sunlight, or overhang such

 

as a shelf can affect reading). Avoid placing near discharge diffuser of humidified air.

4

Outdoor Temperature Sensor

Mount in area representing outdoor air temperature (makeup air duct, outside).

Installation | 22

Note: Regardless of selecting on/off or modulating control method, Nortec humidifiers must have a closed circuit across its security loop control terminal to operate. Nortec highly recommends the use of a high limit humidistat and an air proving switch in series for this function.

Space Humidification

1

Humidity

Control

(in location representative of the space)

 

Figure 14: Control Location (Space Humidification)

1

Humidity Control

 

NH-EL can be modulating, On/Off, or a humidity transducer.

 

Locate in room being humidified but not in discharge zone of blower pack(s).

 

Mount on indoor wall in area representative of room humidity (draft, doorways, sunlight, or

 

overhang such as a shelf can affect reading).

2

High Limit Humidistat (not shown)

Install a high limit On/Off humidistat in area representative of room humidity.

3 Outdoor Temperature Sensor (not shown)

Mount outside in area representing air temperature.

23 | Installation

On/Off Control Wiring

Air Proving

Duct High

Switch

Limit

 

2548731 - Digital

On/Off Humidistat

Note: 1 Humidifier will run when circuit between terminal 1 and 2 on humidifier is closed.

2Terminal 1 is 24 VAC Hot, turn unit off to avoid shorting while wiring.

3Digital Humidistat requires 24 VAC power from terminals 1 and 3 of humidifier.

42520273 - Digital On/Off Duct Humidistat can also be used for duct high limit. Wire in series to 3 - Common and 4 - Digital Out of the humidistat.

Humidifier Terminal Strip

Figure 15: On/Off Controls

Common

24 VAC Digital In Digital Out Fan Activation Fan Activation Temperature

Temperature

1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 – 8 –

 

 

 

Figure 16: Digital On/Off Humidistat

Installation | 24

 

 

 

 

 

2520273 - Digital On/Off Duct Humidistat Package

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wire remote sensor to digital display as shown below,

 

Air Proving

Duct High

Digital On/Off

wire digital display to humidifier as shown above.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Limit

Humidistat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Duct Sensor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground – Common 24 VAC – 24 VAC

Analog In – Analog In

 

Common 24 VAC Analog Out

 

 

 

 

 

1 2

7

 

- - -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- -

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 2

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 17: Duct Sensor Wiring

Keep Warm Wiring

For the keep warm feature to work the security loop between terminal 1 and 2 on the low voltage terminal strip must be closed. To accomplish this:

1Install an On/Off high limit humidistat between terminal 1 and 2.

2Install any other On/Off controls in series with the control signal connected to terminal 4 (Channel 1 control signal).

3If desired a modulating high limit humidistat can also be installed and connected to terminal 5 (Channel 2 control signal).

 

Humidity Controller

Optional Modulating

 

Humidity Controller

 

Channel 1

 

Channel 2

The security loop must

 

 

 

be closed for keep warm

 

 

to operate when the

 

 

humidifier is in standby.

 

 

Install an On/Off high

 

 

limit humidistat between

Other On/Off

 

terminal 1 and 2.

 

Controls

 

 

 

Figure 18: Keep Warm Wiring

25 | Installation

Modulating Control Wiring

Air Proving

Switch

High Limit Humidistat

Control Humidistat

Note: 1 Install On/Off controls or jumper between terminal 1 and 2 of humidifier in order to run.

2Terminal 1 is 24 VAC Hot, turn unit off to avoid shorting while wiring.

3High Limit Humidistat must be duct mounted. It can be On/Off or modulating.

4Control Humidistat can be mounted in space or in return air duct and can be On/Off or modulating.

Humidifier Terminal Strip

Figure 19: Modulating Controls

Common

24 VAC

 

Common

24 VAC

1 –

2 –

 

1 –

2 –

 

 

 

 

 

Analog Out -3

24 VAC – 2

Common – 1

Figure 20: Digital Modulating Humidistats

Installation | 26

Nortec NH-EL User Manual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2520261 - Digital Wall W/O Sensor

 

Air Proving

Duct High

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

Limit

2520261 - Digital

1509858 - Wall

1509858 - Wall Sensor

 

 

 

Wall W/O Sensor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sensor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wire wall sensor to digital display as shown

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

below, wire digital display to humidifier as shown

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for 1510142 - Digital Wall Humidistat.

 

 

 

 

 

Common 24 VAC

Analog In

Common 24 VAC

Analog Out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 - 2 -

7 -

1 - 2 -

6 -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2520261 - Digital

 

1509858 - Wall

Wall W/O Sensor

 

Sensor

Figure 21: Digital Wall Humidistat – Remote Wall Sensor

 

 

 

– Temperature – Temperature

– Common – 24 VAC

 

– Common – 24 VAC – Common – Digital Out

1 2

 

1 2 3 4

7 8

 

 

 

 

Figure 22: Digital Wall Humidistat - On/Off High Limit Duct Humidistat

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