Soler & Palau IDEO2 325 Ecowatt Installation Manual And Comissioning

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IDEO 325 Ecowatt

Installation manual and comissioning

EN

Before manipulating this device, switch off the unit.

During normal working, never stop the ventilation system.

1. General information

2. Technical information

3. Installation

4. Characteristics and electrical connections

5. Control of the IDEO

6. Commissioning of the IDEO

7. Change of the communication channel

8. Access to error menu

Summary

1- General information
High-performance heat recovery dwelling unit

1.1 - Introduction

This manual is destined for use with the IDEO2 325 Ecowatt high-performance heat recovery unit and
its peripheral fittings (conduits, inlets, regulators…).
Its aim is to provide the maximum information and safety during installation, set-up and use.
As our products are in constant development, Soler & Palau reserves the right to modify this manual
without prior notification.

1.2 - Guarantee and civil liability

Guarantee

The IDEO2 325 Ecowatt heat recovery unit is guaranteed for three years from the date of purchase.
This guarantee includes free supply of spare parts.
This guarantee does not cover:
Assembly and disassembly expenses
Any breakdowns which according to Soler & Palau are due to poor installation, manipulation,
negligence or accident.
Any breakdowns occurring after manipulation or repair by third parties without the authorisation of
Soler & Palau.
To return a faulty part, the user should first contact the installer.

Civil liability

The IDEO2 325 Ecowatt has been designed for ventilation systems that enable the renewal of air in

private homes. Soler & Palau will not be held liable for damage produced by:

• Misuse,

• Normal wear and tear of components,

• Non-observance of the instructions contained in this manual regarding safety, use and start-up,

• The use of components not supplied by Soler & Palau.

1.3 - Safety

General safety rules

After installation, there should be no risk with the security, health or environmental hazards, in
compliance with EC regulations. This is also valid for the rest of the products used in the installation.

The following general instructions are important:

Follow the safety instructions to avoid any damage to the fans or harm to people.

The technical characteristics of this manual must not be modified.
The motor fans must not be modified.
The motor fans must be connected to a single-phase 230 VAC / 50 Hz electricity supply.
For the installation to be in compliance with EC regulations, the IDEO 325 Ecowatt heat recovery must
be connected to the electricity supply in compliance with current regulations.
The unit must be installed in such a manner that, in normal operating conditions, there is no risk of
contact with moving and/or live parts.
The IDEO2 325 Ecowatt complies with regulations on electrical units.
Before any intervention on the unit, always disconnect it from the electrical power supply.
Always use the right tools.
Only use the unit for the purpose it was designed for.

2 – Technical information

2.1 - General definition

The IDEO2 325 Ecowatt provides optimum ventilation for a room with a maximum energy

recover. It extracts air from spaces such as (Bathroom/s, WC, kitchen and washroom/s or shower
room/s, and supplies fresh air into the main rooms (Living rooms, bedroom/s, office, …).

The fresh and extracted flows are separated and filtered. Only the energy from the extracted air

is transferred to the new fresh air introduced. Exchanger with high efficiency of IDEO2 325

Ecowatt efficiency can reach 95%.
Condensation appears equally at the time of exchange with the introduction of new air.
It is collected in the condensate container, which must be connected to the drain.

Avoiding the heat exchanger, the system bypass 100% IDEO allows the introduction of fresh air

at night without it being heated by contact with hot air accumulated in the house during the day.

This system operates automatically or can be forced manually (see chapter 5-2).

2.2 – Description of the IDEO-HR

Antenna

Filter access cover

Remote control module

User manual access cover

Ø 160/150mm

New fresh air inlet

Blowing fresh air

Extraction of fresh air

Discharged of the outside

Supply fresh air into the building:
On this spigot is connected the air intake duct to the property.
To avoid thermal losses, it is recommended to use insulated ducts for moving the
warmed air.

Extract air from the building:
On this spigot is connected the extract duct from the property.
To avoid thermal losses and optimise the performance of the installation, it is
recommended to use insulated ducts for moving the warm air.

By-pass:
On having avoided the heat exchanger, the system of the by-pass 100 % of the
IDEO allows the introduction of the fresh air in the night without being warmed by
the warm air accumulated in the house during the day. This system works

automatically or can be forced manually (See chapter 5-2).

Function Without By-pass

Function With By-pass

New fresh air inlet :
On this spigot is connected to the outside air inlet.
Be sure to position the fresh air intake (wall or roof) at a sufficient distance from
any area with high pollution (Tree, rejection combustor, road, ...).

This duct should be thermally insulated and sealed to prevent condensation on
the outside and inside the duct.

Discharge of extract air
On this spigot is connected the discharge duct to the outside.

This duct must be hermetic and thermally insulated to avoid condensation both on
the inside and outside.

2.3 - Dimensional characteristics:

2.3.a – Central unit:

Weight: 51 Kg:

Programmable module

Boost

2.3.b – Remote controls:

3.2 - On the floor:

Wall bracket

It is recommended to locate IDEO in

heated house space. Otherwise it will be

necessary to insulate the condensate

drain.

3 - Installation

3.1 - On a vertical wall:

>300

Uninsulated

duct

Insulated

duct

Insulated

duct

Ducts should be insulated and fitted

perfectly.

3.3 - Hubcap for ducts (Optional):

4 x

4 x

EXAMPLE OF FITTING “SPLIT” TYPE

Air intake D150

PAF 150

Aire intake roof D150

Kitchen

Toilets

Living room

&

Bedrooms

Or

Or

Or

CPR or CT

150

BDO or BOAP

125

BDO or TPM

80

Plenum

4 or 8

spigots

Plenum 7 spigots

In the case of use

of flexible duct

insulated, it is

imperative to

stretch it.

Or

Air intake

PAQS150

EXAMPLE OF FITTING “DISTRIBUTE” TYPE

CT 150

BDOP 125

BDOP D80

+

RD80

BAR

Air intake D150

PAF 150

Air intake roof D150

BDOP D80

+

RD80

+

+

Bedrooms

Living room

BDOP 125

Kitchen

Toilets

Or

Or

Or

In the case of use

of flexible duct

insulated, it is

imperative to

stretch it.

Or

Air intake
PAQS150

4 - Characteristics and electrical connections
Connecting the cable to the network through a sealed connection box.

Wire H05VV-F-5G1

Length 1.2 m

Power supply :
Single phase 230-50Hz

Electrical protection:

3A
Maximum power:
230 W
Max. ambient temperature:
50ºC
Max. temperature of flow:
45ºC

Not commissioning the central until all the ducts are all completely fitted (Air inlet,

retaining grille or roof outlet, supply and extraction outlets, ducts and filters fitted)
When started, the central IDEO automatically adapts to the specific characteristics of
each installation. If any component is missing or badly fitted, normal operation may be
affected.

Connection box

Electrical panel

5 – Control of the IDEO-HR

The IDEO-HR can be controlled from:

• A button that enables the boost airflow for the kitchen to be timed in ½-hour steps.

It is possible to control the central IDEO-HR several push buttons. The life of the battery for normal

use (3 times per day on average) is estimated to be 3 years. At each pulse a red LED illuminates for a
few seconds to notify the battery level.
The button has a CR2032 battery.

• The programming module is located on the front of the machine. This remote control can also be
located on a wall or placed in a support of the house (table, furniture,..).

The remote control module is in permanent communication with the IDEO central unit. Service life with
normal use (consultation by the user 5 times a day on average) is estimated about 3 years. Battery
status can be viewed directly on the screen (Reference 10). The module uses two AA – 1.5 V – LR6
batteries.

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5.1 . Description of the programming module:

1 – Adjustment mode using the clock
2 – Programming mode (Auto 1 – Auto 2 – Manual)

3 – Day of the week

4 – Programming period
5 – Ventilation speed (small or large flow)
6 – By-pass
7 – Defrost mode
8 – Absence mode
9 – Transmission/reception level
10 – Battery level
11 – Default mode
12 – Change filter
13 – Energy saving in kW per month (kWh/m)
14 – Instant energy saving

15 – Outdoor temperature in degrees centigrade (in the fresh air inlet)

16 – Indoor temperature in degrees centigrade (on the remote control)
17– Value display (Hour, flow, kilowatts…)
18 – Validation key
19 – Move right key
20 – Move left key

5 6

7 8 9

4

10

11

15

12

14

3

17

13

20

19

18

1

5.2 . Functions of the programming module: (1)

• On/Off mode:
If you decide to use the product with the On/Off mode you must first adjust it.

(according to the regulation by each country).

To enable this feature, before activate the batteries, open the box of the remote control

and put the four micro switches on the “ON” positions.
To use the On / Off, navigate with the arrow keys up to 19 or 20 until appears "ON".
Confirm with 18. "ON" flashes. Select "OFF" or "ON" using the keys 19 and 20.
Confirm with 18.

• Adjustment using the clock:
Setting the time and day referent:

Navigate with keys 19 or 20 to pictogram 1 showing a clock.
Select with key 18. The pictogram will flash.
Adjust the desired hour using keys 19 and 20. Validate with key 18.
The pictogram 3 of day (day) flashes. Choose No. of day (day) depending on your

choice of programming.

• Settings airflow of 90 m3 / h (minimum airflow) to 325m3 / h (maximum airflow)

according to size of accommodation (see tables below)

Note: The airflow of the supply fan is automatically adjusted with the extract airflow.

- Minimum airflow:

Navigating with buttons 19 or 20 until pictogram 5 (1 impeller) airflows.
Select with key value 18. The "minimum airflow" flashes.
Set the minimum airflow required using keys 19 or 20 by 5 m3/h depending on the
configuration of your home.
Validate with the key 18.

- Maximum airflow:
Use the key 19 to display the symbol "high airflow" (2 impellers). Select with key 18.
The value "max airflow" flashes.
Set the minimum airflow required using keys 19 or 20 by 5 m3 / h depending on the
Configuration of your home.
Validate with the key 18.

• Choice of programming (2):
There are 4 ways to pass the "minimum airflow" to "maximum airflow“

• 2 preprogrammed (AUTO 1 and AUTO 2)

• 1 programmable manual (MANU)

• Boost (timed button).

• Selection and validation of the programs "automatic":

Auto 1 :
Working week with two meals per day, three in the weekend, but starting breakfast two
hours later.

- Auto 2:

Working week with three meals per day and the weekend, starting breakfast two hours later.

Validation of the selected program:
Navigate with the arrow keys until 19 or 20 icon 2.
Select "Auto 1" or "Auto 2" depending on your choice. Confirm by pressing 18.
Confirm by pressing again the button 18.

• Selection and validation of "Manual":
This mode allows you to choose depending on your lifestyle, periods of passage "Max

Airflow". 1 hour for programming and in the limit of 3 programming per day.

Schedules may be different for each day of the week.

Start Finish Start Finish Start Finish

Monday 6h30 7h30 - - 19h30 20h30

Tuesday 6h30 7h30 - - 19h30 20h30

Wednesday 6h30 7h30 - - 19h30 20h30

Thursday 6h30 7h30 - - 19h30 20h30

Friday 6h30 7h30 - - 19h30 20h30

Saturday 8h30 9h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30

Sunday 8h30 9h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30

Day

T1T2T3

Start Finish Start Finish Start Finish

Monday 6h30 7h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30
Tuesday 6h30 7h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30
Wednesday 6h30 7h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30
Thursday 6h30 7h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30
Friday 6h30 7h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30
Saturday 8h30 9h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30
Sunday 8h30 9h30 12h00 13h00 19h30 20h30

Day

T1T2T3

• Display By-pass operation/ Free cooling operation in summer (6):
Avoiding the heat exchanger, the system of bypass 100% of IDEO allows the

introduction of fresh air at night without it being heated by contact with hot air
accumulated in the home during the day. The by-pass operates automatically if these
three conditions are true:

Tº in> 12º (modifiable)
Tº in > Tº out
Tº in > 24ºC (modifiable)

It is possible to program a specific rate when the By-pass is in operation. (see

paragraph forced march).

When the bypass is running, the pictogram (6) appears.

• Forced commissioning of the by-pass (6):
If you want to have the opportunity to manually force for a period of 1 changed to 24

hours (factory setting 8 hours).

You can also change the airflow when the bypass is in operation.

Navigating with buttons 19 or 20 until 6 pictogram bypass. Select with key 18. You can
change the operating time with the keys 19 and 20 . Confirm with 18 .

Select ON using 19 or 20 keys. Confirm with 18. You can change the speed by

pressing 19 and 20

At any time you can disable bypass forced. To do this, Navigate with the buttons 19 or

20 until 6 pictogram bypass.

Select with key 18. Select OFF using keys 19 or 20. Confirm with 18.

Example of programming:
DAY 1 (Monday):
T1: start 6:30h- end 7:30h
T2: no programming
T3: start 19:30h pm - end 20:30 p.m.
Navigate with the arrow keys until 19 or 20 until pictogram 2.
Select "Man." Confirm by pressing 18.
Confirm by pressing again the button 18.
Day 1 flashes. Press 18.
T1 flashes. Press 18.
According to the example, use the buttons 19 and 20 to enter 6:30h. Confirm with 18.
The program will be automatically scheduled for 1H.

T2 flashes. No programming scheduled. Then press 19 to set T3.

Confirm with 18 and use the buttons 19 and 20 to get 19.30. Confirm with 18.
The program will automatically set to 1H

Repeat for each day according to the desired programming.

• Selection and validation of the Boost”
In case any of programmable solutions proposed is adopted, it is possible to manage

the “max airflow” with the Boost.
Navigate with the arrow keys until 19 or 20 until pictogram 2.
Select and confirm by pressing the button 18 Mode "Manu" without setting schedules.

Button "boost" is equipped with a timer 30 '. Airflow function returns "minimum airflow"

at the end of this period.

• Activation of absence mode (8):
During a period of prolonged absence, you can reduce the airflow of ventilation (Half

mini airflow).

To do this, navigate with the buttons 19 or 20 until 8 mode pictogram absence.

Select with key 18. The icon flashes. Confirm with 18.

• Display of the saving (14):
The IDEO-HR enables you to view at any time gain Kilowatts per month that brings the

heat recovery system compared to a conventional single stream.

Hold the button 18 to display the gain.

• Level of emission / reception of the remote control (9):
The remote communicates continuously with IDEO-HR (868 MHz). The level of
transmission / reception allows you to validate the quality of the signal.
If it is zero you can order a module more powerful.
Emission level standard antenna: 150 meters in open field

Optional antenna emission level: 200 meters in open field

• Reading temperatures (15 and 16):
Temperatures “T in” and “T out” indicate the temperatures measured:

 T in: Internal temperature from the remote control.

 T out: outdoor temperature from the outdoor fresh air intake.

• Terms of icon display filters (12):
This icon appears when one or more filters are dirty and should be cleaned or changed.

 F1 = Filters on the supply air
 F2 = Filters on the extract air

The duration of the fouling up can change depending on the conditions of use and the

area in which your home is located (what level of outdoor pollution is industrial, road or

vegetable).
Generally the duration change between 6 and 12 months.

Warning: If this icon appears at the start or after a few days, this indicates that the

ductwork is too complex (loss of excessive loads) and obliges the IDEO to work
Hereafter abilities).

• Terms of the error icon (11):

This icon appears when a component is out of service (motor, sensor, sensor, .....). Or

the IDEO detects an error in the system (leak on the network, plug, ...). To know the
meaning of the error code displayed, refer to Chapter 8.

• Terms of the automatic defrost icon (7):

The IDEO has an automatic defrost system performance and cost.

The system automatically starts the operation before the temperature of the extraction
system and downstream of the exchanger is negative. Supply airflow is then reduced.
In case of extremely low temperatures can stop blowing. When the temperature returns
to positive supply airflow returns to 100%.

In regions where temperatures are regularly negative or can fall below -10 º C, it is advisable to

install a preheating battery.

6 – Commissioning of the IDEO

In order to commissioning your installation, it is necessary to follow the following process:

1. Check that all the installation components are in their proper place and connected:

• Air intake make with insulated duct and properly connected (do not use air intake fitted

with protection guard),

• Supply discharge and extraction ducts make as insulated ducts and properly connected,

• Supply and extract values connected,

• Air volume regulators fitted in the correct direction (if installed),

• Air discharge executed in insulated duct and connected to the exterior (use a roof

ventilation terminal or a discharge outlet without protection guard),

• Very tight flexible insulated ducts and long-radius bends (if installed),

• Check that the spigots not used on the plenums are properly sealed off (if installed),

• Condensate exhaust properly connected (siphon),

• Check that all the connections are really airtight (on the, IDEO on plenums and on plugs)

• Check the calibration of the electrical protector (3A)

2. Switch on the IDEO,

3. Set the time and the day,

4. Set the minimum and maximum airflow,

5. Choice of mode (auto 1, auto 2, manual or boost),

6. Select the bypass mode,

7. Set the type of external switch (if installed), “NO” for Normally Open and “NC” for Normally Closed

(see Chapter 6.1),

8. Check the transmission/reception level between the remote control and the IDEO. In the case of a
low level, it is possible to install a more powerful antenna. In the case of the presence of other
devices functioning by radio frequency, there may be interference problems which can affect the
IDEO's proper functioning. If you notice instances of irregular functioning, we advise you to
change the communication channel (see Chapter 7)

9. Make the test pressure drop of the system (see Section 6.1).

An unsatisfactory test result (I02) may be caused by the following:

• The installation is complex with too many pressure drops. In this case, you must
improve the ductwork by limiting the number of bends and excessive lengths. Use
the long-radius bends.

• The installation is make with flexible ducts. In this case, check that the ducts are
really stretch and/or no ducts are crushed.

(1) – Left scroll key (-) (2) – Right scroll key (+)
(3) – Validation key (4) – Display area

2

4

1

3

Position switch:
nC: normally closed
nO: normally open

Power of communication between the remote control and the IDEO.
Must be more than 50% to a good working.

Test of the installation pressure drop. Test executed at 120m³/h
0N: Activated - 0FF: Disactivated
I00 = Installation OK
I01 = Installation acceptable
I02 = Installation beyond limits (without fouling up of filters ).

Operating point of the installation test. Factory setting. 37%=120 m3/h.
26%=90 m3/h 37%=120 m3/h 44%=150 m3/h 53%=180 m3/h
62%=210 m3/h 70%=240 m3/h 80%=275 m3/h

Speed limit for fouling up filter alarm.
Factory setting: 2750 rpm.
Max: 2850 rpm.

Choice of communication channel between the remote controls and IDEO. Factory setting =
Channel 0
Up to 64 (from 0 to 63).
To modify the channel, see Chapter 2.9.

6.1 - Access to installation menu

Accessing to this menu allows to check and adjust the IDEO's parameters of each installation.

Reset of the factory settings.

Identification of software version remote control

3 seconds

To access to the menu

Parameter blocking (airflows, time etc.):
OFF: Parameters that can be modified by the user.
On: Parameters that cannot be modified by the user.

Temperature display inside the heat recovery unit.
LEFT: “T in” = interior T (on extraction)
MIDDLE: exterior T (air intake).
RIGHT: T out “= discharge T (to the exterior)

bloq

CLP

tl

tE

tESt

PtE

FiLt

tEnP

CHAn

Pouu

rESE

L1-5

M1-7

Indoor temperature parameter ByPass
Factory setting: 24ºC
Adjustment range from 21ºC to 30ºC

Outdoor temperature parameter ByPass
Factory setting: 12ºC
Adjustment range from 11ºC to 20ºC

Identification of software version remote control central unit.

7 – Change of the communication channel

7.1 - On the programming module (15 channels - 4 micro-switches and 64 channels - 6 micro-

switches).

3 seconds

0

CHAn

15

7.2 - On the boost (see coding on following page). Remove the battery.

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Or

7.3 - On the central module:

Before taking any action, switch off the unit.

For taking account of the change of channel, the module

must not be switched on.

Open the front (six screws)

Take out the central module.

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2

7.4 – Code switch setting

0-64 channels model:

8- Access to error menu

Access to this menu allows to know the type of error.
Attention! This menu may only be accessed when the spanner icon is present.

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To access to the menu

3 seconds

(1) – Error icon

E--: No error
E0: Communication error
E1: Supply motor error
E2: Extract motor error
E3: By-pass error

E4: Channel error

E5: Error of the air intake temperature sensor
E6: Error of the extract temperature sensor
E7: Error of the air discharge temperature sensor.

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