INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

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CONTENTS Page Technical specifications (1)

Introduction........................................................................................ 1 Model EKBT

Technical specifications ............................................................................. 1 Power supply (V) 1~230
Operation range ......................................................................................... 1
Power input (W) 200
Main components....................................................................................... 1
Rated current (A) 0.9
Piping diagram ........................................................................................... 1
Safety devices............................................................................................ 2
Main components EKBT
Selection of location .......................................................................... 2
Tank
Inspecting and handling the unit........................................................ 2 Volume (l) 200
Water Circuit
Unpacking and placing the unit ......................................................... 2
Piping connections (carbon steel) 2-1/2“ FBSP
Charging water........................................................................................... 2
Safety valve 1x6.0 bar
Field wiring ........................................................................................ 2 Dimensions HxDxW (mm) 1284x637x754
Internal wiring ............................................................................................ 2 Weight
Power circuit and cable requirements ........................................................ 2 Machine weight (kg) 86.5
Connections ............................................................................................... 3 Operation weight (kg) 286.5
Before operation ................................................................................ 3 Anti freeze protection 200 W
Checks before initial start-up ..................................................................... 3
Disposal requirements....................................................................... 3 Operation range
Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 3 Water side –10~55°C
Air side –15~43°C
Thank you for purchasing this Daikin buffer tank kit.

Main components (See figure 1)

READ THIS MANUAL ATTENTIVELY BEFORE
STARTING UP THE UNIT. DO NOT THROW IT AWAY.
1 Electric heater element
KEEP IT IN YOUR FILES FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
2 Safety valve
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR ATTACHMENT OF
EQUIPMENT OR ACCESSORIES COULD RESULT IN 3 Drain/fill valve
ELECTRIC SHOCK, SHORT-CIRCUIT, LEAKS, FIRE OR 4 Automatic air purge
OTHER DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. BE SURE 5 Buffer tank
ONLY TO USE ACCESSORIES MADE BY DAIKIN
6 Water inlet/outlet
WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE USE
WITH THE EQUIPMENT AND HAVE THEM INSTALLED 7 Intake power supply, chiller connection cables (≤ Ø16)
BY A PROFESSIONAL. 8 Drain connection Ø16

IF UNSURE OF INSTALLATION PROCEDURES OR 9 Supplementary water connections 2-1/2” FBSP

USE, ALWAYS CONTACT YOUR DAIKIN DEALER FOR 10 Supplementary water connections 3” FBSP
ADVICE AND INFORMATION. 11 Facility for field supplied temperature feeler bulb
Service space

INTRODUCTION Center of gravity

The Daikin EKBT is a hydraulic kit for in or outdoor installation. It is Piping diagram (See figure 2)
designed to be installed with EUWA, and EUWY series, in closed
systems, and can be used for water and glycol applications. 1 Electric heater element
This device protects the circuit against freezing.
This manual describes correct installation and operation of the EKBT.
If difficulties appear during installation or operation, please contact 2 Safety valve
your Daikin dealer. The safety valve protects the system against excessive
pressure. It opens at 6 bar.
3 Drain/Fill valve
This valve is used to drain or fill the system with water or water/
glycol solution.
4 Automatic air purge
Remaining air in the chiller water system will be automatically
removed via the air purge valve.
5 Buffer tank
The buffer tank reduces the variation in water temperature in the
water circuit. This prevents frequent compressor starts and
stops.
6 Water inlet/outlet 2-1/2” FBSP
Water connections to the water system.

(1) Refer to the engineering data book for the complete list of specifications.

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7 Supplementary water connections 2-1/2” FBSP
Same function as water inlet/outlet (covered by knock-out hole)
When the covers of the knock-out holes are removed,
make the knock-out holes free from burrs and protect
them against corrosion.
8 Supplementary water connections 3” FBSP
This connection can be used for upgrading your system
9 Facility for field supplied temperature feeler bulb
Safety devices
The EKBT kit has following safety device:
Safety valve
This valve opens when the system pressure rises above 6 bar and
closes automatically when the system pressure returns to normal.
SELECTION OF LOCATION
The EKBT kit should be installed in a location that meets the
following requirements:
1 The foundation is strong enough to support the weight of the unit and
the floor is flat to prevent vibration and noise generation.
2 The space around the unit is adequate for servicing.
Refer to figure 1.
3 There is no danger of fire due to leakage of inflammable gas.
4 Ensure that water cannot cause any damage to the location in case it
drips out the unit.
5 Make sure that the unit can be fixed directly in concrete.
INSPECTING AND HANDLING THE UNIT
At delivery, the unit should be checked and any damage should be
reported immediately to the carrier claims agent.
When handling the unit, take into account the following:
(See figure 3)
1 Fragile, handle the unit with care.
2 Lift the unit preferably with a crane and 2 belts (1) of at least 6 m
long.
3 When lifting the unit with a crane, always use protectors (2) to
prevent belt damage and pay attention to the position of the
unit’s centre of gravity.
4 Bring the unit as close to its final installation position in its
original package to prevent damage during transport.
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UNPACKING AND PLACING THE UNIT
1 Remove the cardboard cover from the unit.
2 Remove the screws fixing the unit to the pallet.
3 Fix the unit directly in concrete, using anchor bolts with M8
thread.
4 Make sure that the unit is levelled in both directions.
5 Connect the buffer tank kit into the water system.
Use a good thread sealant for the sealing of the connections.
The sealing must be able to withstand the pressures and
temperatures of the system, it must also be resistant to the used
glycol in the water.
6 Location in the water system of the buffer tank kit.
The internal lay-out of the chiller allows to place the buffer tank
kit anywhere in the circuit. However, if the buffer tank kit is
connected on the water outlet side of the chiller, temperature
fluctuations to the load (eg. fancoil) will be lower than when the
buffer tank kit is connected to the inlet side of the chiller.
1 If the unit is to be installed on a roof, check the strength of
the roof and its drainage facilities first.
2 In case of indoor installation, make sure to connect a
drainhose to the drain connection (Ø16).
Charging water
1 Connect the water supply to the drain/fill valve.
2 Use the air purge valves on the EKBT kit, fancoils, and purge
valves installed at the highest places in the circuit, to remove all
air when filling the system.
FIELD WIRING
ALL FIELD WIRING AND COMPONENTS MUST BE
INSTALLED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND MUST
COMPLY WITH RELEVANT LOCAL AND NATIONAL
REGULATIONS.
THE FIELD WIRING MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE WIRING DIAGRAMS AND
THE INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN BELOW.
BE SURE TO USE A DEDICATED POWER CIRCUIT.
NEVER USE A POWER SUPPLY SHARED BY
ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Internal wiring
Refer to the wiring diagram supplied with the chiller.
The abbreviations used are listed below:
E5H ....................... Electric heater
Power circuit and cable requirements
No separate power circuit must be provided. The electric heater must
be connected to the I/O PCB of the EUWA or EUWY chiller.
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Connections (See figure 4) NOTES
1 Connect the earth conductor (yellow/green) to the earth screw in
the switchbox of the chiller.
2 Connect the power cables (brown and blue) to the connector
E5H on the I/O PCB of the chiller.

NOTE The electric heater is equiped with a 2 m cable. During

installation, protect the cable against the weather and
mechanical hazards.

BEFORE OPERATION

Checks before initial start-up

After the installation, check the following before switching on the
circuit breaker:
1 The EKBT kit and the whole system is properly filled with water.
2 Electric connections to the chiller are properly done. (See figure 4)

DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Dismantling of the unit should be done in accordance with the

relevant local and national regulations.

TROUBLESHOOTING
This section provides useful information for diagnosing and
correcting certain problems which may occur in the buffer tank kit.
Before starting the trouble shooting procedure, carry out a thorough
visual inspection of the unit and look for obvious defects.

Symptom: Safety valve is opening

POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

Pre-pressure and required water Recalculate the values as described

pressure are not according to in the chapter “Water charge, flow
installation instructions. and quality” of the manual supplied
with the chiller.

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