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User Manual for DUCO models including: 17xxxx DucoBox Focus, 17xxxx, DucoBox Focus, Focus
2023-11-17 — Diameter of the ducts: 125 mm upward from 30 m³/h. 100 mm less than 30 m³/h. Or an equivalent based on a specific duct calculation.
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DocumentDocumentDucoBox Focus Product version 17xxxx and above Installation guide ENGLISH ENGLISH Video instructions www.duco.tv L2000631 (Revision O | 17.11.2023) L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) 1 ENGLISH Table of contents 01 Introduction 3 02 Mounting 4 02A Positioning 4 02B Fixing 4 02C Air duct connections 4 03 Wiring 5 03A Connections & buttons 5 03B Wiring diagram 5 04 Control valves 6 04A Mounting the control valves 6 04B Pairing the control valves 7 04C Removing / replacing control valves 7 04D LED indications 7 05 Additional control options 8 05A Duco Connectivity Board 8 06 Electronical installation 9 06A Installer / User mode 9 06B LED indications DucoBox Focus 9 06C Pairing components 9 06D Removing / replacing components 11 06E Tips 11 07 Flow rate calibration 12 07A Air calibration procedure for DucoBox Focus 12 07B Checking 13 08 Maintenance & service 14 09 Warranty 14 10 Legislation 15 Translation of the original instructions See wwwducoeu for information regarding warranty, maintenance, technical data, etc Installation, connection, maintenance and repairs are to be carried out by an accredited installer The electronic components of this product may be live Avoid contact with water DUCO, HANDELSSTRAAT 19 VEURNE, B-8630 09 Vero Duco - Handelsstraat 19 - 8630 Veurne - Belgium tel +32 58 33 00 33 - info@duco.eu - www.duco.eu 2 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH 01 Introduction Congratulations on your DucoBox Focus, the smartest box in Europe! The DucoBox Focus performs two functions in a Duco Demand-Controlled Natural Ventilation System: On the one hand it is the extractor fan that exhausts contaminated air with excessive CO2 content or relative humidity Thanks to integrated control valves, air is only exhausted in the zone that requires it On the other hand, it is the master or brain of the system It receives and interprets signals from slave components (measurements from sensors or manual input), on the basis of which it controls the ventilation system It is inadvisable to connect the DucoBox (via a duct or directly) to an extractor hood, regardless of type This usually causes excessive fouling in the DucoBox, which affects its operation or has a more direct effect on the flow rate Master Slave L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) 3 ENGLISH 02 Mounting 02.A Positioning 02.B Fixing 200 kg / m² 02.C Air duct connections Limit the resistance A non-return flap is required when discharging into a manifold Position it at least 30 cm away from the DucoBox Be sure to take note of the `10 unmissable tips' as well when mounting the DucoBox Avoiding excessive use of bends, especially angles sharper than 90° and adhering to the diameter guidelines for the ductwork will ensure that the ventilation box is able to do its job satisfactorily Failure to take account of this recommendation may result in a highly energy and maintenance intensive system that gives rise to excessive noise nuisance frequently 10 UNMISSABLE TIPS The smooth running of your Duco ventilation system is totally dependent on the choice and the quality of implementation of the duct system! Has the duct system been optimized? Ask professional advice from your duct supplier. It saves you time, ensures quality and provides energetic advantage for the end user! DISCLAIMER: no rights can be derived from this document. All tips are only advisory. All those carrying out the work can, depending on the project at hand, determine for themselves which tips are feasible and/or useful. 3 Do not place an exhaust air valve directly on the box. Use a 90° bend between the DucoBox and the valve. Use valves with an as low as possible backpressure and follow the instructions as given in the manual regarding the opening of the valves. 1 Select a roof pass-through with low resistance. 2 Keep the box airtight. Close the cover tightly and place a cap onto any unused opening. 4 Avoid as much as possible the use of curves. Avoid sharp angles. < 90° 5 Assure an airtight connection by using tape, clamping strips or tie-wrap. Do not use screws. 6 Avoid bumps and dirt in the ducts. 160 mm 7 Duct leading to the roof pass-through: use a reducer 125 mm 160mm. Never use flexible connections. Avoid curves in this part of the canalization. If the DucoBox is not mounted in a protected (insulated) volume, this duct needs to be thermally insulated. 8 Reduce the transmission of vibrations: · Use silent blocks when fixing the DucoBox to the wall. · Use duct suspension clamps with rubber. > 90° 0,5 à 1 m 9 Use an acoustic silencer of minimum 0.5 to 1 m. This in every connection which leads to a different room. 125 mm 30 m3/h 100 mm < 30 m3/h 10 Diameter of the ducts: 125 mm upward from 30 m³/h 100 mm less than 30 m³/h Or an equivalent based on a specific duct calculation (p.e. for ducts placed in floor screed). Make sure that the total counter pressure in the ducts is as low as possible (preferably 150Pa) and that the airspeed in every duct does not exceed 3 m/s. 4 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH 03 Wiring 03.A Connections & buttons Strain relief It is mandatory to place the power supply cable in the slot provided, as shown in the drawing, before powering up the DucoBox PE Power 230 VAC N L GND B A Blue Yellow Red White Switch Contact Duco (n132) Wired Fan Connector for Connectivity Board Duco Network Tool Illustrations and connections may vary depending on the version of the product Incorrect connection or failure to follow the instructions may result in damage to the connected devices Display DOWN ENTER UP Valve 2 Valve 1 HIGH LOW INST Antenna 03.B Wiring diagram The DucoBox Focus is able to communicate with Duco slave components via a wireless (RF) or wired link Both types of communication can be combined in one system Communication with non-DUCO components is possible via the switch sensor 230 VAC POWER SUPPLY 24 VDC A The power supply is to be determined depending on the technical data sheet for each component (see wwwducoeu) The power rating of all individual components needs to be checked The power supply needs to be capable of coping with the sum of these requirements with a cable length not exceeding 300 m* RF obstacle-free zone B Do not place any obstacles causing RF interference or other devices with an RF connection within a radius of at least 30 cm around the RF component Understood are items such as washing machines, tumble dryers, ironing boards, etc DucoBox Focus 30 cm RF A B GND 230 VAC Wired 24 VDC A B GND 24 VDC A B GND 230 VAC RF User controller Tronic vent User controller * Use a screened solid-core cable not exceeding 300 m in length, with 5 cores 08 mm each Max 99 Wired + 25 RF L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) 5 ENGLISH RF (wireless communication) RF components have a maximum free-field range of 350 metres This distance will be much less in a building because of obstacles Therefore, you will need to take objects such as walls, concrete and metal into account All slave components (except those which are battery powered) also act as repeaters Signals from components that are unable to make a (strong) connection with the master component are forwarded automatically via no more than one other non-battery-powered component (= hop) Please refer to information sheet RF communication (L8000018) at wwwducoeu for further information Wired (cabled communication) Wired components can be daisy-chained (= recommended) This means that a separate cable will not be required for each component A single central power supply can be used The cable required is a 5 x 075 mm² data cable We strongly advise using a shielded cable This is to prevent any interference that may affect the data communication Any Tronic window ventilators will be supplied with a 5 x 025 mm² cable which can be connected via a splicing terminal block DUCO RF Power supply 230 VAC Wiring 1,5 mm² Frequency 868 Mhz Maximum distance 350 m, free field (less through obstacles) Maximum number of components Up to 25 wireless components in a single system DUCO WIRED Power supply 24 VDC Wiring 5 x 0,75 mm² (5 x 025 mm² from Tronic window ventilators) Maximum distance up to 300 m Maximum number of components Up to 99 wired components in a single system 04 Control valves The control valves, whether or not they are fitted with a sensor for measuring CO or humidity, can be built into the DucoBox Focus Together with the fan, they ensure the correct exhaust airflow rate in the right room A control valve with combined CO2 and RH measurement can only be used with a DucoBox Focus with a software version of 11.2 or higher. A DucoBox Focus can contain up to a maximum of 7 control valves (= one per supply duct) This can be expanded to a maximum of 11 control valves by using the `Control Valve Manifold' (item 0000-4454) A control valve must always be provided for each ventilation duct connected! 04.A Mounting the control valves Slide the control valve into the locations provided in the DucoBox Focus Connect the `VALVE' connector on the DucoBox to IN on the control valve If applicable, connect OUT on the valve to IN on another control valve to be added At least one valve must be connected to the DucoBox at any time DucoBox IN IN OUT IN OUT VALVE1 VALVE2 OUT OUT IN OUT TIP: Use the letter labels on the DucoBox IN and the valves (A/B/C/D/E/F/G) to give these the same letter, so that the valves always remain in the same position OUT A BC D EF G G F A E B DC 6 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) IN IN OUT OUT ENGLISH 04.B Pairing the control valves The control valves are paired automatically to the DucoBox whenever `installer mode' is activated (see "Pairing components" chapter) 04.C Removing / replacing control valves Taking control valve out temporarily Follow these steps to take a control valve out of the unit temporarily, eg to clean it during maintenance Make sure that the control valve is inserted back in the same location Use the letter labels on the DucoBox and the relevant valve for this The DucoBox will retain all its settings when the control valve is reconnected Temporarily removing control valve 1 Briefly press the button on the valve to close it for 15 minutes The LED will go out 2 Disconnect the wiring 3 Slide the valve out of the DucoBox Permanently removing or replacing control valve To remove a control valve permanently from the system or to replace it (eg in the event of a fault) it is important that it should be deregistered correctly The DucoBox will not be able to be calibrated correctly if this is not done Permanently removing control valve 1 Briefly press the button on the valve to drive it shut Activate `Installer mode' by pressing `INST' on the 2 DucoBox The LEDs on the DucoBox and control valves will flash green rapidly Long-press the button once on the control valve to 3 be removed in order to remove it from the network ATTENTION: any underlying components will also be removed from the network. 4 Disconnect the wiring from the control valve to be removed and slide it out of the DucoBox 5 Deactivate `Installer mode' by pressing `INST' on the DucoBox All LEDs will stop flashing Replacing a control valve 1 Briefly press the button on the valve to drive it shut Activate `Installer mode' by pressing `INST' on the 2 DucoBox The LEDs on the DucoBox and control valves will flash green rapidly 3 Short-press the button twice on the control valve to be replaced in order to remove it from the network 4 Disconnect the wiring from the control valve to be replaced and slide it out of the DucoBox 5 Slide the new control valve into the DucoBox and connect it Short-press the button on the new control 6 valve once The latter will take on all settings / connections in the network 7 Deactivate `Installer mode' by pressing `INST' on the DucoBox All LEDs will stop flashing 04.D LED indications In normal operation, the LED on the control valves will be white or off, depending on the control valve position The brightness of the LED indicates the flow rate through the valve Please refer to "06B LED indications on page 9 for the meaning of the remaining LED colours Valve shut = lowest air flow LED Valve open = max air flow LED L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) 7 ENGLISH 05 Additional control options 05.A Duco Connectivity Board The optional circuit board allows linking towards home automation and building management systems via REST API (locally or via the cloud) or Modbus TCP (locally) Both are possible via Ethernet or Wi-Fi The Duco Connectivity Board also enables the Duco Installation App to be used This application supports - and relieves - Ethernet installers to control and maintain a ventilation system in a user- Wifi friendly way Connector for DucoBox 8 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH 06 Electronical installation 06.A Installer / User mode To add, remove or replace components to the network, the system should be put in `Installer mode' The LED on each component indicates the active mode of the component (see table in next section) `Installer mode' can be activated by pressing the DucoBox Focus `INST' button (see drawing in section "03A Connections & buttons" on page 5 Once the LED on the master unit starts flashing, it means that `Installer mode' is active Press `INST' again to return to `User mode' (LED fully on or off) The system reverts automatically to `User mode' after 15 minutes of inactivity 06.B LED indications DucoBox Focus RED (blinking slowly) Not in network RED (blinking rapidly) Currently pairing GREEN (blinking slowly) In network GREEN (blinking rapidly) In network, waiting for associated components YELLOW (blinking slowly) Transitional phase (please wait) YELLOW (on) Initialising (system configuration in progress) WHITE or OFF Normal BLUE Component is displayed if changes are being put through via the master ORANGE The system is not working correctly because the DucoBox has not been calibrated Restart the DucoBox Follow the guidelines in `10 essential tips' if the problem recurs continually 06.C Pairing components The DucoBox Focus is an extractor fan for a zonal ventilation system This means that ventilation will only operate in the zones where it is needed (eg only in the bathroom while showering) for the most energy-efficient operation Thus, in the example below, pressing the button in zone 1 will change the ventilation setting only for this zone Pressing the button on the master user control will command all zones that are set to `AUTO' at that point in time ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 Master user controller A This controls the entire system B Zonal components These components only control the zone with which they are paired L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) 9 ENGLISH It is important that components are paired with the correct zone for this zonal operation Components can be paired with the DucoBox Focus itself (controlling all zones) or with a control valve (controlling a single zone) A component will be paired in every case with the component (control valve or DucoBox) that is flashing rapidly It is possible to pair several user controllers in one zone, but not to link one user controller to multiple control valves or DucoBoxes Never pair more than one system with RF components at the same time. If you do so, a component could be paired in the wrong network, (e.g. in the neighbours' DucoBox) or the component may not want to pair. With RF components it is recommended to start with the component closest to the DucoBox. This enables this component to be used as a hop for components that are too distant from the DucoBox and unable to make a direct RF connection with the DucoBox. Pairing components 1 Activate `Installer mode' by tapping `INST' on the DucoBox The LED will flash green rapidly 2 Pairing components on the DucoBox: Use this method for any components that are required to control the entire system (eg a master user controller) 2a Tap on the button of the component to be paired once while the LED on the DucoBox is flashing rapidly The LED on this component will flash red briefly and then start to flash green rapidly Pairing components with a control valve: 3 Use this method for components that only control the zone connected to the control valve duct Repeat these steps for each zone 3a Tap the control valve once so the LED starts to flash green rapidly Underlying components can now be added in this zone 3b Add control components by tapping once on the component to be paired The LED will flash red briefly and then start to flash green rapidly 3c Add any window ventilators by tapping once on the component to be paired The LED will flash green slowly 4 Once all components have been paired, `Installer mode' can be deactivated by tapping `INST' on the DucoBox Focus The LEDs on all components will stop flashing Please refer to the manual with the components for more detailed information 10 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH 06.D Removing / replacing components Removing paired components from the network or replacing is only possible within 30 minutes after the component is paired in or is restarted Restarting can be done by disconnecting the power for a moment After a time-span of 30 minutes, remove and replace operations are ignored This is valid for all components from date of manufacture 170323 Removing a component Activate `Installer mode' by 1 long-pressing 2 diagonal buttons on a paired control The LED will flash green or yellow rapidly Press once and hold a button on the component to be removed 2 in order to remove it from the network ATTENTION: any under- lying components will also be removed from the network. Deactivate `Installer mode' by pressing the 4 buttons on a paired 3 control simultaneously (or using the palm of your hand on a control featuring touch buttons) The LED will turn white 5 sec 5 sec Replacing a component Activate `Installer mode' by 1 long-pressing 2 diagonal buttons on a paired control The LED will flash green or yellow rapidly 2 Briefly press twice on the button of the component to be replaced Tap once on the button of the new 3 component The latter will take on all settings / connections in the network Deactivate `Installer mode' by pressing the 4 buttons on a paired 3 control simultaneously (or using the palm of your hand on a control featuring touch buttons) The LED will turn white 5 sec OLD 2x NEW 1x 06.E Tips · Removing all components from the network (e.g. in the event of problems): Activate `Installer mode' and long-press `INST' until the LED starts flashing red The DucoBox will reboot and the LED will stop flashing · Restoring factory settings for the DucoBox and all paired components (AS FROM DucoBox version 18xxxx): Long-press `INST' and `ENTER' if not in `Installer mode' The network remains in place · Use the Duco Installation App or the Duco Network Tool to read out information from components 11 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH 07 Flow rate calibration For the system to work correctly, it needs to be configured This will ensure its operation is as quiet as possible and energyefficient For information on determining the ventilation flow rates, see Instruction Sheet Checking Product References and Flow Rates at wwwducoeu 07.A Air calibration procedure for DucoBox Focus The air calibration procedure must be carried out on a calm day (no more than wind force 2: leaves rustling, feeling the wind in one's face) DucoBox Focus air calibration The exhaust vents must be set depending on the situation Proper pre-setting makes for rapid and correct configuration 1 SITUATION 1 : one vent per valve Set all vents to the fully open position, regardless of the desired flow rate SITUATION 2 : Multiple vents per valve with equal flow rates Set all vents to the fully open position, regardless of the desired flow rate Set the valve to the sum of the vent flow rates via the display menu or the Duco Network Tool Example: 2 vents, 50 m³/h each set valve to 100 m³/h SITUATION 3 : Multiple vents per valve with different flow rates Set the exhaust vents so they match the desired flow rate in line with the table below Set the valve to the sum of the vent flow rates via the display menu or the Duco Network Tool Example: 25 m³/h vent and 75 m³/h vent set valve to 100 m³/h + = 100 m3/h + = 100 m3/h When using DucoVent Design exhaust vents always leave the outer ring in place for acoustic effect Flow rate DucoVent Design 75m3/h 50m3/h 25m3/h DucoVent Basic and other vents 100% open 50% open 25% open 12 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) Before activating air calibration mode: · Close all windows and doors · Ensure that all duct openings in the DucoBox are fully closed and that the 2 DucoBox cover is closed! · Avoid air leaks in the ventilation ducts · Set all window ventilators to the open position Any Tronic ventilators will open automatically 3 Pull the plug out of the socket and wait a few seconds 4 Put the plug back into the socket The DucoBox will be configured automatically on start-up Calibration takes 30 seconds + 1 minute per connected control valve 07.B Checking The steps set out below can be used to check whether flow rates have been set correctly Checking configured flow rate 1 Open the lid of the DucoBox 2 Press `HIGH' briefly The DucoBox will remain in configuration mode for 30 minutes (as standard) 3 Close the lid 4 Wait at least one minute to allow the ventilation system to stabilise 5 Measure the vents If a flow rate differs from the desired output, this can be adjusted via the display menu or using the Duco Network Tool 6 If you finish before the standard setting of 30 minutes, re-open the DucoBox lid and press `HIGH' again Then replace the lid on the DucoBox ENGLISH open 13 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH 08 Maintenance & service Please refer to the maintenance instructions at www.duco.eu and view the videos on duco.tv for more information For service problems as a user: Please contact your installer Keep the serial number of your product to hand For service problems as an installer: Please contact your Duco products seller Keep the serial number of your product to hand Sticker inside the DucoBox 09 Warranty All warranty conditions concerning the DucoBox and Duco's ventilation systems can be found on the DUCO website All complaints are to be reported to Duco by the Duco distributor with a clear description and the order/invoice number under which the products were delivered In order to register the complaint, please use the complaint registration form found on the Duco website and the product's serial number in your message to service@ducoeu 14 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) 10 Legislation Product card, EC declaration of conformity and energy labels can be viewed and downloaded at wwwducoeu ENGLISH 15 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023) ENGLISH Installed by: L2000631 Document last modified on 17.11.2023 (revision O) 16 L2000631 Installation guide for DucoBox Focus (Revision O | 17.11.2023)