Siegenia AEROLIFE Original Operating Instructions
AERO
Wall mounted ventilator with heat recovery.
AEROLIFE
Window systems
Door systems
Comfort systems
ORIGINAL OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
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Contents
Target group of this documentation ................................................................................................................................................ 4
Intended use .................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety notices .................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Scope of delivery ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Unit description ............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Function .........................................................................................................................................................................................14
Commissioning .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Care and maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................................18
Technical data ...............................................................................................................................................................................19
Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Liability .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Feedback on documentation ........................................................................................................................................................ 21
EU Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................................................................................22
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Target group of this documentation
This documentation is intended for use by specialists only. All work described in this document is to be performed by
experienced professionals with training and practice in the assembly, installation and maintenance of ventilation units. Safe
and proper assembly of this unit is not possible without expert knowledge.
Intended use
• Use the AEROLIFE only for the ventilation of closed rooms (kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom).
• The AEROLIFE is not suitable for dehumidification (e. g. for drying new buildings).
• The unit must always be installed by an experienced specialist, in accordance with the installation and planning
documents of SIEGENIA. The installation instructions in this document must be complied with at all times.
• Be sure to attach the supplied SIEGENIA weather grille to protect the unit from the outside.
• Do not install the unit in contaminated rooms and ensure that no hazardous substances can be drawn in.
• The unit is not suitable for use in swimming pools and/or damp locations.
• The AEROLIFE may only be mounted in a vertical position. The unit may not be installed on diagonal surfaces (e. g.
walls/ceilings).
• If the unit is to be used in a room with a heating unit that draws air from the room, prior authorisation must be obtained
from the proper authorities, such as the officially appointed district chimney sweep.
• Only operate and/or store the AEROLIFE at temperatures between -15°C and +40°C.
• Use the device only with original accessories from SIEGENIA.
• Observe the safety regulations for working with ladders, steps, overhead work and work at particular heights.
• Use the device only when it is in a technically sound condition.
• Do not modify the unit‘s components in any way.
• Please do not put any objects on top of the unit.
• Do not use the unit as a seat.
• Ensure that the air can flow in and out freely at the two outer sides. Do not hang any textiles, paper or similar objects over
the air inlets or outlets and do not place any objects directly in front of or next to the unit. Do not insert objects into the
openings of the unit.
• Do not remove any covers or unit components except as described in the chapter „Maintenance“. Do not remove the
cover of the connecting clamps inside the unit.
• The device must be checked by a specialist in the event of a fault.
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Safety notices
• This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above as well as by people with physical, sensory or mental difficulties or
with a lack of experience and knowledge as long as they are supervised or have been instructed in how to use the unit
safely and understand the resulting risks. Children must not play with the unit. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be
carried out by children without supervision.
Electrically operated device.
Risk of fatal injury from electric shock or fire.
To prevent personal injury or damage to property, always comply with the following instructions:
› Only insert the Euro plug of the standard connecting cable into a suitable 230VAC socket.
› If the mains connection cable for the device is damaged, it must be replaced by SIEGENIA, the company‘s customer
service department, or similarly qualified personnel in order to prevent personal injury or damage to property.
› Only a qualified electrician may perform any work on the 230V AC mains power supply that is required in order to
connect the device.
› All-pole safety isolation is required if the customer is fitting the mains cable.
› Current local regulations (such as those of the VDE in Germany) must be observed.
› Relevant country-specific regulations must be strictly followed for all work carried out on the voltage supply system or
house wiring system.
› Should a solid object or any liquid get inside the device, stop operation immediately and disconnect the device from the
mains power supply.
Scope of delivery
AEROLIFE
Pipe
Top and bottom blower unit
Drilling template
Weather grille
4 Screws 5 x 120
4 Dowel S8
Adhesive tape
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Installation
Risk of damage to property by drilling through concealed cables or pipes!
› Before installing the unit, use a suitable cable and pipe detector at the installation location to identify the presence of
concealed cables or pipes in the wall (such as water pipes).
Step 1 (only for in-wall mounting): preparation of wall recess
1. Make the wall recess according to the adjacent diagram.
Note: The surface must be level (plastered).
min. 350 mm 437 mm
75 mm
78 mm
462 mm
Step 2: Marking drill holes
With in-wall mounting and permanent electrical
connection
1. Cut out the drilling template along the dotted line for
in-wall mounting.
2. Cut out an opening in the drilling template at the point
marked with a cross and draw the end of the cable
through the opening.
3. Align the drilling template with a spirit level, if necessary,
and fix into place.
4. Mark four fastening drill holes and core drill hole on the
wall.
Notes:
• The surface must be level (plastered).
• The entire free cable length should be 300 mm, of which
150 mm must be without outer sheathing.
300 mm
150 mm
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On-wall mounting
1. Align the drilling template with a spirit level and
fix into place.
2. Mark four fastening drill holes and core drill hole
on the wall.
Notes:
• The surface must be level (plastered).
• The maximum distance from the outer edge of the
template to the next socket should not exceed 300 mm.
Step 3: Drilling the core hole and mounting holes
1. Drill core hole (ø 120+3). Using a hammer drill at an
angle of approx. 2° to 5°, drill a hole through
to the outside wall.
ø120
+3
2. Drill the four marked mounting holes
(all drill holes ø 8 mm, at least 45 mm deep).
3. Insert four S8 dowels (included in delivery) into the
drilled holes.
Note: depending on the type of wall (e.g. plasterboard),
suitable dowels may need to be provided by the customer for
inserting into the drill holes.
Step 4: Trimming the PVC ventilation pipe
1. Trim pipe according to the formula:
X = Y – 43 mm (on-wall mounting)
X = Y – 118 mm (in-wall mounting)
Y
X
Y
on-wall mounting
in-wall mounting
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Step 5: Fixing the pipe to the socket piece
1. Push the pipe side with the recessed middle bar onto the
socket piece of the ventilation unit until the pipe is firmly
seated.
2. Fix the transition point with the adhesive tape included in
the delivery. Pipe and socket piece must be firmly
connected.
Step 6: Removing the front panel
1. Insert screwdriver into the left and then the right opening
of the front panel until the underlying snap connection is
released at both sides.
2. Fold the front panel forwards, unhinge and set down on
the side.
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