Condair Nortec EL-Series

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Engineering Manual74 pages

Questions and Answers

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butleroliviaAug 16, 2025
What to do if my Condair Nortec EL is spitting out water from the distributor?
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  Willie GutierrezAug 16, 2025
  If your Condair Humidifier's distributor is spitting out water, consider these potential causes and solutions: * Ensure the distributor is level by using end supports. * Verify the condensate trap is located at least 12 inches (30 cm) below the distributor; relocate if necessary. * Confirm the condensate line has a minimum downslope of 1.2°; reinstall if needed. * Check for and clear any clogs in the condensate trap to ensure free water flow. * Ensure condensate traps are not too close together to prevent air locks. * Insulate the steam line to prevent condensate buildup, and install additional condensate traps if required.
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Lisa ArmstrongAug 19, 2025
How to fix condensation in duct from Condair Nortec EL?
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  Andrew FosterAug 20, 2025
  To address condensation in the duct from your Condair Humidifier, check the following: * Verify that installation clearances are correct. * Check if design conditions have changed by assessing supply air temperature and humidity. * Ensure the high limit humidistat is functioning correctly by checking its setting and operation; replace if defective. * Confirm that an air proving switch is installed and working so the humidifier only operates when air is moving through the duct. * Verify the high limit humidistat is located where it can accurately detect high duct humidity.
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Megan BlanchardAug 25, 2025
Why nothing happens when I turn on my Condair Humidifier?
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  vsandersAug 25, 2025
  If nothing happens when you turn on your Condair Humidifier, here are a few things to check: * See if any fuses are blown. Inspect fuses "F1" and "F3" on the driver board and replace them if necessary. * Confirm that the voltage is correct and present. Check the disconnect switch in the supply line. * Verify that the step-down transformer is outputting 24 VAC. If not, replace the transformer and verify the primary wiring.
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Katherine SmithAug 27, 2025
How to fix SAM-e spitting out water in Condair Humidifier?
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  lindabrownAug 28, 2025
  If the SAM-e in your Condair Humidifier is spitting out water: * Ensure the condensate trap is located at least 12 inches (30 cm) below the header; relocate if necessary. * Confirm the condensate line has a minimum downslope of 1.2°; reinstall if necessary. * Insulate the steam line to prevent condensate buildup, and install additional condensate traps if required.
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Mary NavarroAug 31, 2025
What causes SAM-e grommet leaks in Condair Nortec EL Humidifier?
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  Jacob DunnAug 31, 2025
  SAM-e grommet leaks in your Condair Humidifier can be caused by: * Distributor tubes not seated properly: Push the distributor tubes down until the support washer rests on the rubber grommet. * Damaged grommet: Replace any damaged grommets.
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anthonygeorgeSep 4, 2025
Why is my Condair Nortec EL Humidifier blower pack not operating?
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  David GuerreroSep 4, 2025
  If the blower pack on your Condair Humidifier isn't operating (note: it only works when steam is produced), check these items: * Ensure there is power to the blower pack by checking the power connection and blower pack fuses. * Verify the blower pack thermostat is closing by checking the thermostat wiring. Replace the thermostat if its contact doesn't close when exposed to steam.
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Bonnie LeeSep 8, 2025
Why is Condair Nortec EL humidistat reading humidity levels incorrectly?
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  Erica BartonSep 8, 2025
  If your Condair Humidifier's humidistat is reading humidity levels incorrectly, consider the following: * The sensor may be out of calibration. Calibrate the sensor. * The sensor may be improperly located. Ensure the humidistat is installed in a location that accurately represents the room's humidity; relocate if necessary. * The sensor may be exposed to drafts or heat sources. Check for heat/cold fluctuations, drafts, sunlight, doors, or vents affecting the reading; relocate if necessary. * There may be no vapor barrier. Ensure the vapor barrier is in place and working to prevent drafts from affecting the humidity reading.
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aprilthompsonNov 11, 2025
Why Condair Humidifier will not produce steam?
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  David MillerNov 11, 2025
  Your Condair Humidifier might not be producing steam due to several reasons: * The safety loop might be open. Check for a "Safety Loop" message on the Home screen, ensure 24VAC supply at terminal strip contact "2", and verify that all devices connected to contacts "1" and "2" are correctly wired and closed when they should be. * The output could be limited by the high limit humidistat signal. Check if the high limit humidistat is too close to the humidifier and operating correctly. * There might be no signal on Channel 1 or Channel 2. Check the voltage between terminal strip contacts "3" and "4" (Channel 1) or "3" and "5" (Channel 2). Ensure the signal is at least 27% of full scale for demand signal configurations or lower than the setpoint for transducer signal configurations. * ...

Summary

Getting Started with the Nortec EL Humidifier

Before You Start!

Guidance for new users on starting operation.

General Information and Symbols

General details, limitations, and safety symbols used in the manual.

Nortec EL Safety, Intended Use, and Hazards

General Safety Guidelines

Importance of understanding the manual for safe operation.

Personnel Qualifications and Intended Use

Requirements for personnel and defines the humidifier's purpose.

Key Hazards and Prevention

Highlights electrical shock and burn hazards and their prevention.

Unsafe Operation and Modifications

Conditions requiring shutdown and prohibits unauthorized modifications.

Nortec EL Humidifier Product Overview

General Description

Overview of the electrode steam humidifier and its features.

Functional Description

Explains how the humidifier works, including water supply, steam generation, and control.

Nortec EL Operator Interface and Control Software

Controls and Indicators

Describes touchscreen, LED, and On/Off switch for operation.

Control Software Navigation

Explains buttons and icons used for navigating the control software interface.

Operating Status and Messages

Details the operating status messages and their meanings.

Maintenance and Fault Status Display

Explains how maintenance reminders, warnings, and faults are displayed.

System Information Tabs

Access to detailed system info via 'About' menu tabs.

Network Configuration

Configures Modbus, BACnet, and IP network settings for communication.

Configuring Nortec EL Humidifier Settings

Water Management Settings

Configures drain cool, idle mode, drain time, and forced drain.

Operation Tab Settings

Configures manual capacity, timers, ground fault, and fill stop.

Control Settings - Basic Tab

Selects signal source, dual cylinder mode, and control modes.

RH Alerts Configuration

Configures humidity alerts for high/low sensed humidity.

Nortec EL Multi-Unit Operation Setup

Linkup Configuration

Configures humidifiers for main-extension Linkup operation.

General Humidifier Settings

Time, Date, and Language Settings

Selects the format for displaying the date and time.

Nortec EL Service and Diagnostics Menu

Cylinder Status Reset

Resets cylinder spent messages for Cylinder A and B.

Fault and Service History Export

Exports fault and service history data to a USB stick.

Nortec EL Humidifier Maintenance Procedures

Maintenance List and Procedures

Lists components and their recommended maintenance frequency and tasks.

Steam Cylinder Replacement

Step-by-step guide for removing and installing steam cylinders.

Backup Battery and Fuse Replacement

Guide for replacing the backup battery and internal fuses.

Cleaning Procedures

Detailed steps for cleaning various humidifier components.

Resetting Cylinder Status

How to reset the cylinder status in the software after replacement.

Software and Firmware Updates

Instructions for updating control software and driver board firmware.

Nortec EL Humidifier Fault Isolation and Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting

Common problems, probable causes, and corrective actions for the humidifier.

Warning and Fault Message List

Lists warning/fault codes, messages, causes, and corrective actions.

Resetting Fault Status

Procedure to reset a fault condition after it has been resolved.

Nortec EL Humidifier Wiring Diagrams

Cylinder A Wiring Diagram

Wiring schematic for Cylinder A and its associated module.

Cylinder B Wiring Diagram

Wiring schematic for Cylinder B and its associated module.

Nortec EL Humidifier Decommissioning and Disposal

Removal from Service and Storage

Steps for disconnecting and preparing the unit for removal or storage.

Disposal and Recycling

Instructions on proper disposal and recycling procedures.

Nortec EL Humidifier Product Specifications

Performance Data

Table showing performance metrics across different voltage/phase options.

Operating Data

Details on control signal types, ambient conditions, and water parameters.

Nortec EL Humidifier Warranty Details

Extended Warranty Options

Information on the availability of extended warranty options.