NARVI IC-SMART 1500W Infrared Control Full Spectrum Heaters Instruction Manual

NARVI IC-SMART 1500W Infrared Control Full Spectrum Heaters

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: IR-IC1500 / Narvi IR-IC SMART 1500W
• Control: Infrared control
• Compatibility: Full spectrum heaters
• Website: www.narvi.fi

Product Description
The Narvi IR-IC1500 is a SMART 1500W infrared control designed for full spectrum heaters. It allows precise control over the operation of the infrared heater for optimal performance.

Installation

Installing the Control Unit
Follow the provided instructions to securely install the control unit in a suitable location near the infrared or sauna cabin.

Installing the Optional Temperature Sensor
If applicable, install the optional temperature sensor according to the provided guidelines to enhance temperature control.

Installing the Power Unit
Properly install the power unit to ensure safe and efficient power supply to the infrared control system.

Electrical Connection

Connecting the Power Unit
Connect the power unit following the detailed instructions provided to establish a reliable electrical connection.

Final Testing
Perform final testing as per the instructions to verify proper functionality before regular use.

Start-up
Follow the step-by-step instructions in sections 6.1 to 6.7 for a successful start-up and operation of the infrared control system.

Cleaning and Disposal
Refer to sections 8 and 9 for guidance on cleaning the system and proper disposal methods when necessary.

Technical Data

• Power Unit: Page 21
• Control Unit: Page 22

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use this infrared control with any type of heater?
A: No, the Narvi IR-IC1500 is specifically designed for full spectrum heaters and should not be used with incompatible units.

Q: Is professional installation required for this product?
A: Yes, only an electrician or similarly qualified person should carry out the installation of this infrared control system.

IR-IC1500 / Narvi IR-IC
SMART 1500W
Infrared control for full spectrum heaters

Important information about these instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before installation and start-up. Afterwards,store these instructions near the infrared or sauna cabin to ensure constant access to important information.
Warnings and signal words in these instructions
Specially marked warnings indicate activities that may pose a danger. Please pay attention to these warnings to avoid property damage and injuries, which may even be fatal in a worst-case scenario.

The signal words used have the following meaning:

ATTENTION
This signal word warns of property damage, there is no risk of injury.

CAUTION
Injuries are possible if this information is not followed.

WARNING
Serious or fatal injuries are possible if this information is not followed.

DANGER
Serious or fatal injuries are highly likely if this information is not followed.
Further information in these instructions /on this product
This symbol indicates notes and tips.

Warning: Do not cover.
Read the instructions for use.

Important safety information

Narvi infrared controls are manufactured in accordance with the applicable standards and the generally accepted rules of engineering.
Despite this, dangers may still arise, so make sure that you observe the safety instructions included in each section. These are marked by the described signal words.

Intended use
Narvi infrared controls are only suitable for controlling infrared heaters (for use in infrared or sauna cabins) according to the technical data. The infrared heaters used must comply with valid standards and also have a safety temperature limit.
Any use other than the described use of the infrared control is considered improper use. This may lead to product damage, serious injuries or death.

Safety instructions for the installer

• Only an electrician or similarly qualified person may carry out the installation.
• Work on the infrared control may only be carried out when it is disconnected from the power supply.
• The instructions provided by the cabin manufacturer must also be followed when installing the infrared control.
• An all-pole disconnecting device in line with overvoltage category III must be used.
• The control unit is splash-water protected (IPX4) and suitable for ambient temperatures of 10 °C to + 85 °C.
• The optional temperature sensor must be installed in such a way that it is not affected by air currents.
• The electric line to the infrared heater must have a minimum cross-section of 1.5 mm² and be temperature-resistant up to 150 °C.
• In the case of installation in public saunas, a control lamp, which indicates whether the infrared heater is switched on, must be provided in the supervisor’s room.
• The maximum permissible infrared radiation in a cabin, as defined by EN 60335-2-53, must not be exceeded. As a result, before installation, use Annex “BB” of the standard to check this requirement and take this into account when selecting the heater power as well as the number of heaters. Or ask your cabin manufacturer.
• If you have questions that are not adequately covered in the installation instructions, contact your supplier.
• Safety instructions for the user
• The infrared control must not be used by children under the age of 8.
• The infrared control may only be used by children over the age of 8, by persons with reduced sensory or mental capacities and by persons with a lack of experience and knowledge under the Following conditions: if they are supervised or if they have been shown how to use the infrared control safely and they understand the dangers that can arise.
• Children must not play with the device.
• Children under 14 years of age may only clean the infrared control under supervision.
• For health reasons, do not use the infrared control if you are under The influence of alcohol, medications or drugs.
• Before start-up, make sure that the infrared heater(s) is/are not Covered (risk of fire)!
• We recommend avoiding infrared radiation within 24 hours of UV radiation from an artificial source or from sunbathing.
• Persons at risk of overheating (e.g. cardiovascular diseases) should consult their doctor, in case of doubt, before using an infrared or sauna cabin.
• If a permanent erythema (permanent redness of the skin for more than one day) or web-like colour changes remain, the radiation should not be repeated and a doctor should be consulted.
• Before first using the cabin, operate the infrared heater for around 30 minutes and then ventilate well.
• For your own safety, if you experience any problems that are not extensively covered in the instructions for use, contact your supplier.

Product description

Scope of supply

• Power unit
• Control unit
• Data line for control unit power unit 5 m
• Installation material for control unit
• Instructions for installation and use

Product functions
Infrared control ic-smart is suitable for dimming an infrared heater with power up to 1.5 kW. In addition to simply “dimming”, the temperature of the cabin can be kept within a specific range by connecting an optionally available temperature sensor.
In “temperature control” operating mode, the fan switches on automatically as of a temperature of 45 °C and switches back off at a temperature of 40 °C. At temperatures over 50 °C, the infrared heater is switched off and is switched back on at a temperature of <= 40 °C.

The operating time (from switch-on) of the infrared heater can be set from 5 to 35 minutes.

Installation

Installing the control unit
We recommend installing the control unit near the infrared heater.
At the desired position, make a round cut-out (50 mm diameter), for example using a hole saw (see Fig. 1).

Then, guide the communication line through the opening and connect the plug to the control unit.

Next, fasten the control unit to the cabin wall with the two enclosed screws (1.35 x 16) (see Fig. 3)

ATTENTION
Tighten the screws to max. 0.2 Nm to fasten the base plate. Otherwise,the control unit may be damaged.

After tightening the screws, plug the “dial” into the control unit “base plate” screwed to the cabin wall.

ATTENTION
When attaching the “dial”, make sure it is in the correct position (see Fig. 4)

Now all you have to do to finish installing the control unit is install the front panel.

Installing the optional temperature sensor
The optional temperature sensor is installed at the centre, on the wall opposite the heater or (if applicable) the sauna stove. A distance of 20 cm to the ceiling must be observed.

1. Remove the 1.5 kΩ resistor from terminal X3 by opening the two terminal screws.
2. Fasten the bench sensor to the wall at a distance of 20 cm to the ceiling using the enclosed screws.
3. Connect the temperature sensor connection cable to terminal X3 on the power unit.

ATTENTION
The sensor lines must be laid separately from the live lines of the infrared heater, stove, evaporator or control.

Installing the power unit
The power unit (see Fig. 6) can be installed on the cabin ceiling or on the cabin wall. Power is supplied via permanent connection.

ATTENTION
The control is protected according to protection category IPX4 (splash-water protected). Direct contact with water must be avoided! Install the control in a dry location. Be sure to consider the permitted ambient conditions:
Temperature range -10 °C to 40 °C and a maximum relative humidity of 90 %.

Fasten the power unit to a suitable location in the cabin using at least 2 suitable screws.

Fig. 6 Power unit

Electrical connection

Connecting the power unit

1. Open the power unit housing by unscrewing the four screws on the front and remove the housing cover (see Fig. 7).
2. Guide the power unit voltage supply line through the respective bushing on the housing and clamp PE, N and L on terminal X4.
3. Guide the infrared heater line through the respective bushing on the housing and clamp PE, N and L of the infrared heater on terminal X2.
4. (If applicable) guide the fan line through the respective bushing on the housing and clamp N and L of the fan on terminal X1.
5. (If applicable) guide the temperature sensor line through the respective bushing. Then, remove the 1.5 kΩ resistor from terminal X3 and connect the sensor connection cable to terminal X3.
6. Guide the control unit data line through the corresponding bushing and connect it according to Fig. 7 & 8.
7. Finally, put the housing cover back on the power unit correctly and fasten it with the 4 screws you previously unscrewed.

WARNING
Just before activation, make sure that there are no flammable objects on or in front of the heater.

Final testing

WARNING
The following tests are performed with the control switched on; there is a risk of electric shock.
The following tests must be performed by an electrician.

1. Check to ensure that all lines are connected correctly.
2. Check whether the voltage on terminal X4 is correct.
3. At terminal X3 remove the resistor or the temperature sensor line. The control must then show error 06 (the 6th LED on the control unit illuminated).
4. Check whether the voltage is correct at terminal X2 when the infrared heater is operating at 100 %.

Error messages
Error 06 (6th LED on the control unit illuminated) means that no temperature sensor is connected on terminal X3 or the 1.5 kΩ is not placed in terminal X3. If the sensor or resistor are in place and the error is still shown, the temperature sensor or resistor is defective.
Error 07 (7th LED on the control unit illuminated) means that the communication between the control unit and the power unit on the infrared control is not functioning.
Check the communication line and plug-in connections.

Start-up

General information about these instructions

• Read the operating instructions carefully before using the device. This protects you against possible injuries.
• If you have any problems or questions that are not dealt with in detail in these instructions, contact your dealer.
• Changes or modifications to the infrared control can put safe operation at risk and invalidate warranty and guarantee claims.
• Keep these instructions near the control to be able to consult important information on safety and operating the control.

General safety instructions

• Make sure that there are no (flammable) objects on or in front of the heater.
• Switch the main fuse of your sauna/infrared cabin off if you will not be using it for a longer period of time (e.g. during the summer).

Control operating elements

1. “On/off” switch (pressing the centre of the control unit)
2. Dial: Turning clockwise increases the value to be set, turning anti-clockwise decreases the value;

Infrared control operating modes
You can choose between different operating modes: “Dimming” and “Temperature control”. The following pages explain how to select the possible operating modes.
In the “Dimming” operating mode, the infrared heater power can be set in a range of 40 % to 100 % (10 % increments).
In “Temperature control” mode, the temperature in the cabin is kept within a specific range. The temperature is kept in a range from 40 °C to 50 °C. The heater power can still be set in a range of 40 % to 100 % by the user.

For “Temperature control” mode, an optionally available temperature sensor has to be connected to terminal X3.

From a temperature of 45 °C, the fan switches on and switches back off at a tem-perature of 40 °C. At temperatures over 50 °C, the infrared heater is switched off and is switched back on at a temperature of <= 40 °C.

Switching the infrared heater on

WARNING
Just before activation, make sure that there are no flammable objects on or in front of the heater.

1. Press on the control unit (Fig. 9 / Pos. 1) to switch the heater on.
2. The LEDs on the control unit will now illuminate depending on the current intensity.
3. Turning the control unit (Fig. 9 / Pos. 2) changes the intensity of the infrared heater. The set intensity is indicated by the illuminated LEDs.

The infrared heater is switched off by pressing the control unit again or when the set time expires.

Setting the operating time
If necessary, the operating time for automatic shut-down can be set before switching the infrared heater on.

1. Before the heater has been switched on, press on the control unit (Fig. 9 /Pos. 1) for approx. 5 seconds.
2. Now, the most recently set operating time is displayed by the respective LED flashing.
3. The operating time can be set in a range from 5 to 35 minutes by turning (Fig. 9 / Pos. 2) the control unit. One LED (one increment) corresponds to 5 minutes. For example, three illuminated LEDs means that the infrared heater will switch off automatically 15 minutes after it is switched on.
4. The set time is confirmed by pressing the control unit (Fig. 9 / Pos. 1) again.

If you do not make any changes for more than 5 seconds, setting the operating time is automatically exited without saving any changes.

Error messages
Individual LEDs light up to indicate possible errors. In the event of an error, note down which LED is illuminated, disconnect the main fuse and then contact a service technician or your dealer.

Description of the error code:

Error 06 means that no temperature sensor is connected on terminal X3 or the 1.5 kΩ is not placed in terminal X3. If the sensor or resistor are in place and the error is still shown, the temperature sensor or resistor is defective.

Error 07 means that the communication between the control unit and the power unit on the infrared control is not functioning. Check the communication line and plug-in connections.

Troubleshooting

Operating time exceeded
After the maximum operating time (5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 or 35 min) is reached, the control switches the infrared heater off.
If you wish a different operating time from the time that is set, you can change it as described in “6.6 Setting the operating time”.

Cleaning
Clean the front of the control or power unit with a soft cloth and warm water as necessary.
Do not clean using steam cleaners, high-pressure cleaners or sprayed water.

Disposal

The packaging materials must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable guidelines.
Old devices contain recyclable materials as well as harmful substances so do not dispose of these as residual waste; ensure compliance with the applicable regulations.

Narvi Oy
Yrittäjäntie 1, 27230 Lappi,
Finland tel +358 20 7416 740
export@narvi.fi

Documents / Resources

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References

• Narvi Oy - Puulämmitteiset kiukaat, sähkökiukaat, muuripadat, tulisijat
• User Manual