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  • Page 1 Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F EHFH03S18DJ3V ERLA03DAV3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Additional installation site requirements of the outdoor unit in cold climates..........51 6.1.3 Installation site requirements of the indoor unit ..................52 Opening and closing the units ............................53 Installer reference guide ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 3 About electrical compliance........................... 89 8.1.5 About preferential kWh rate power supply....................89 8.1.6 Overview of electrical connections except external actuators ..............90 Connections to the outdoor unit............................ 90 ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 4 Symptom: The compressor does NOT start (space heating or domestic water heating) ......172 13.3.3 Symptom: The system is making gurgling noises after commissioning ............172 Installer reference guide ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 5 Piping diagram: Indoor unit ............................187 15.3 Wiring diagram: Outdoor unit ............................188 15.4 Wiring diagram: Indoor unit ............................190 16 Glossary 17 Field settings table ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 6: General Safety Precautions

    Indicates a situation that could result in death or serious injury. WARNING: FLAMMABLE MATERIAL CAUTION Indicates a situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 7: For The Installer

    Improper installation or attachment of equipment or accessories could result in electric shock, short-circuit, leaks, fire or other damage to the equipment. Only use accessories, optional equipment and spare parts made or approved by Daikin. WARNING Make sure installation, testing and applied materials comply with applicable legislation (on top of the instructions described in the Daikin documentation).

  • Page 8: Installation Site

    ▪ In places where there is a risk of fire due to the leakage of flammable gases (example: thinner or gasoline), carbon fibre, ignitable dust. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 9: Refrigerant

    Use a vacuum pump to evacuate the installation. NOTICE After all the piping has been connected, make sure there is no gas leak. Use nitrogen to perform a gas leak detection. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 10: Brine

    If applicable. See the installation manual or installer reference guide of your application for more information. WARNING The selection of the brine MUST be in accordance with the applicable legislation. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 11: Water

    If NOT factory installed, a main switch or other means for disconnection, having a contact separation in all poles providing full disconnection under overvoltage category III condition, MUST be installed in the fixed wiring. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 12 Install power cables at least 1  m away from televisions or radios to prevent interference. Depending on the radio waves, a distance of 1  m may not be sufficient. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 13 Running the product in reversed phase can break the compressor and other parts. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 14: About The Documentation

    Format: Paper (in the box of the indoor unit) + Digital files on http:// www.daikineurope.com/support-and-manuals/product-information/ Latest revisions of the supplied documentation may be available on the regional Daikin website or via your dealer. The original documentation is written in English. All other languages are translations. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V...

  • Page 15: Installer Reference Guide At A Glance

    About the documentation Technical engineering data ▪ A subset of the latest technical data is available on the regional Daikin website (publicly accessible). ▪ The full set of latest technical data is available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required).
  • Page 16 Note: There is also an installer settings table in the user reference guide. This table has to be filled in by the installer and handed over to the user. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 17: About The Box

    Keep the unit upright in order to avoid damage. ▪ Prepare the path along which you want to bring the unit inside in advance. 3.2 Outdoor unit 3.2.1 To unpack the outdoor unit ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 18: To Handle The Outdoor Unit

    Drain plug (located on the bottom of the packing case) Energy label Fluorinated greenhouse gases label 3.3 Indoor unit 3.3.1 To unpack the indoor unit 8× ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 19: To Remove The Accessories From The Indoor Unit

    Handles at the back of the unit Handles at the bottom of the unit. Carefully tilt the unit to the back so that the handles become visible. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 20: About The Units And Options

    Model identification Example: ER L A 03 DA V3 Code Explanation European split outdoor pair heat pump Low water temperature – ambient zone: −10~−20°C Refrigerant R32 Capacity class Model series Power supply ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 21: Identification Label: Indoor Unit

    "6.1.2  Additional installation site requirements of the outdoor unit in cold climates" [  51] for more information. ▪ For installation instructions, see the installation manual of the bottom plate heater. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 22: Possible Options For The Indoor Unit

    The remote indoor sensor can only be used in case the user interface is configured with room thermostat functionality. ▪ You can only connect either the remote indoor sensor or the remote outdoor sensor. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 23 LAN adapter for smartphone control (BRP069A62) You can install this LAN adapter to control the system via a smartphone app. For installation instructions, see the installation manual of the LAN adapter. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 24: Application Guidelines

    The heat  pump system supplies leaving water to heat emitters in one or more rooms. Because the system offers a wide flexibility to control the temperature in each room, you need to answer the following questions first: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 25: Single Room

    Value Unit temperature control: 2 (RT control): Unit operation is decided based on the ambient ▪ #: [A.2.1.7] temperature of the user interface. ▪ Code: [C-07] ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 26 OFF condition. ▪ Code: [C-05] Benefits ▪ Wireless. The Daikin external room thermostat is available in a wireless version. ▪ Efficiency. Although the external room thermostat only sends ON/OFF signals, it is specifically designed for the heat pump system. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V...
  • Page 27 Code: [C-05] Benefits ▪ Cooling. The heat pump convector offers, besides heating capacity, also excellent cooling capacity. ▪ Efficiency. Optimal energy efficiency because of the interlink function. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 28 The shut-off valve Configuration Setting Value Unit temperature control: 1 (Ext RT control): Unit operation is decided by the external thermostat. ▪ #: [A.2.1.7] ▪ Code: [C-07] ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 29: Multiple Rooms - One Lwt Zone

    The underfloor heating of the main room is directly connected to the indoor unit. ▪ The room temperature is controlled by the user interface used as room thermostat (EKRUDAL1). ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 30 The room thermostats are connected to the shut-off valves, but do NOT have to be connected to the indoor unit. The indoor unit will supply leaving water all the time, with the possibility to program a leaving water schedule. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 31 X2M/30). The indoor unit will only supply leaving water temperature when there is an actual demand. INFORMATION To increase comfort and performance, we recommend to install the valve kit option EKVKHPC on each heat pump convector. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 32 Mind that the operation mode on each external room thermostat and remote controller of the heat pump convectors must be set to match the indoor unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 33: Multiple Rooms - Two Lwt Zones

    In heating: 35°C ▪ In cooling: 20°C (only refreshment, no real cooling allowed) Bed rooms (additional zone) Heat pump convectors: ▪ In heating: 45°C ▪ In cooling: 12°C ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 34 The user interface connected to the indoor unit decides the space operation mode. Mind that the operation mode on each remote controller of the heat pump convectors must be set to match the indoor unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 35: Setting Up An Auxiliary Heat Source For Space Heating

    5.3 Setting up an auxiliary heat source for space heating ▪ Space heating can be done by: The indoor unit An auxiliary boiler (field supply) connected to the system ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 36 Make sure the auxiliary boiler and its integration in the system complies with applicable legislation. ▪ Daikin is NOT responsible for incorrect or unsafe situations in the auxiliary boiler system. ▪ Make sure the return water to the heat pump does NOT exceed 60°C. To do so: Set the desired water temperature via the auxiliary boiler controller to maximum 60°C.
  • Page 37 Heating demand room thermostat (optional) Auxiliary relay for activation of indoor unit (field supply) Auxiliary relay for activation of boiler (field supply) Indoor Indoor unit Auto Automatic Boiler Boiler ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 38: Setting Up The Domestic Hot Water Tank

    Are there any other domestic hot water — needs? Example: If the DHW consumption for 2 persons per day is as follows: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 39: Setup And Configuration - Dhw Tank

    5.4.3 Setup and configuration – DHW tank ▪ For large DHW consumptions, you can heat up the DHW tank several times during the day. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 40: Dhw Pump For Instant Hot Water

    You can program a schedule to control the DHW pump via the user interface. For more information, see the user reference guide. 5.4.5 DHW pump for disinfection Setup Cold water IN ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 41: Setting Up The Energy Metering

    The flow rate ▪ Setup and configuration: No additional equipment needed. 5.5.2 Consumed energy You can use the following methods to determine the consumed energy: ▪ Calculating ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 42: Normal Kwh Rate Power Supply

    Single-phase outdoor unit Single-phase ▪ Backup heater supplied from a single- phase grid (i.e. the backup heater model is *3V connected to a single- phase grid) ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 43: Preferential Kwh Rate Power Supply

    Power meter 2: Measures the rest (i.e. indoor unit and backup heater). Setup ▪ Connect power meter 1 to X5M/5 and X5M/6. ▪ Connect power meter 2 to X5M/3 and X5M/4. "8.3.5 To connect the electricity meters" [  100]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 44: Setting Up The Power Consumption Control

    Defrost operation. Otherwise, if defrosting is interrupted several times, the heat exchanger will freeze up. ▪ Space heating and DHW production by allowing the backup heater step 1. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 45: Power Limitation Activated By Digital Inputs

    5.6.2 Power limitation activated by digital inputs Power limitation is also useful in combination with an energy management system. The power or current of the entire Daikin system is limited dynamically by digital inputs (maximum four steps). Each power limitation level is set via the user interface by limiting one of the following: ▪...

  • Page 46: Power Limitation Process

    If this is NOT possible, we recommend to connect a remote indoor sensor (option KRCS01-1). ▪ Setup: For installation instructions, see the installation manual of the remote indoor sensor. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 47 To protect the outdoor unit, the internal sensor of the outdoor unit is always used. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 48: Unit Installation

    Also read the following requirements: ▪ General installation site requirements. See the "General safety precautions" chapter. ▪ Refrigerant piping requirements (length, height difference). See further in this "Unit installation" chapter. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 49 It is recommended to install the outdoor unit with the air inlet facing the wall and NOT directly exposed to the wind. Baffle plate Prevailing wind direction Air outlet ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 50 Sea wind Building Outdoor unit Windbreaker The outdoor unit is designed for outdoor installation only, and for the following ambient temperatures: Cooling mode 10~43°C Heating mode –15~35°C ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 51: Additional Installation Site Requirements Of The Outdoor Unit In Cold Climates

    Unit between 1500 m and 2000 m altitude — Bottom plate heater required and set [8-0E] = –15°C. If the unit is within 3 km of any lakes or rivers, [8-0E] = –7°C. Outdoor unit operation not possible below –7°C (backup heater operation only). [8-0E] = –7°C. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 52: Installation Site Requirements Of The Indoor Unit

    In places with high humidity (max. RH=85%), for example a bathroom. ▪ In places where frost is possible. Ambient temperature around the indoor unit must be >5°C. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 53: Opening And Closing The Units

    WARNING Make sure installation, servicing, maintenance and repair comply with instructions from Daikin and with applicable legislation (for example national gas regulation) and are executed only by authorised persons. NOTICE ▪...

  • Page 54: To Close The Outdoor Unit

    6.2.4 To open the indoor unit Overview Top panel Upper front panel Switch box cover Front panel High voltage switch box cover Open 1 Remove the top panel. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 55 "6.2.5 To lower the switch box on the indoor unit" [  56] ▪ ▪ "6.4.4 To connect the drain hose to the drain" [  61] ▪ When you need access to the high voltage switch box ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 56: To Lower The Switch Box On The Indoor Unit

    1 Remove the fixing plate at the top of the unit. 2 Tilt the switch box to the front and lift it out of its hinges. 2× ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 57: To Close The Indoor Unit

    Preventing the unit from falling over. Protecting the unit against snow and wind by installing a snow cover and baffle plates. See "6.1 Preparing the installation site" [  48]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 58: Precautions When Mounting The Outdoor Unit

    Fix the unit securely by means of foundation bolts in accordance with the foundation drawing. Prepare 4 sets of M8 or M10 anchor bolts, nuts and washers (field supply). (mm) 100 mm above expected level of snow ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 59: To Install The Outdoor Unit

    INFORMATION For information on the available options, contact your dealer. 1 Use a drain plug for drainage. 2 Use a Ø16 mm hose (field supply). Drain port ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 60: To Prevent The Outdoor Unit From Falling Over

    1 Lift the indoor unit from the pallet and place it on the floor. Also see "3.3.3 To handle the indoor unit" [  19]. 2 Connect the drain hose to the drain. See "6.4.4 To connect the drain hose to drain" [  61]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 61: To Connect The Drain Hose To The Drain

    3 Pull the drain hose through the hole. 4 Reattach the side panel. Ensure the water can flow through the drain tube. It is recommended to use a tundish to collect the water. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 62: Finishing The Outdoor Unit Installation

    It is recommended that the refrigerant piping between indoor and outdoor unit is installed in a ducting or the refrigerant piping is wrapped with finishing tape. 1 Insulate and fix the refrigerant piping and cables as follows: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 63 Unit installation Gas pipe Gas pipe insulation Interconnection cable Field wiring (if applicable) Liquid pipe Liquid pipe insulation Finishing tape 2 Install the service cover. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 64: Piping Installation

    ▪ Piping material: Phosphoric acid deoxidised seamless copper. ▪ Piping diameter: Liquid piping Ø6.4 mm (1/4") Gas piping Ø9.5 mm (3/8") ▪ Piping temper grade and thickness: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 65: Refrigerant Piping Insulation

    Deformation of the piping can cause malfunctioning of the unit. ▪ Connecting piping – Tools. Only use appropriate tooling to handle brass, which is a soft material. If NOT, pipes will get damaged. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 66 Water temperature. All installed piping and piping accessories (valve, connections,…) MUST withstand the following temperatures: INFORMATION The following illustration is an example and might NOT match your system layout. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 67 Drainage – Pressure relief valve. Connect the drain hose properly to the drain to avoid water dripping out of the unit. See "6.4.4 To connect the drain hose to the drain" [  61]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 68: Formula To Calculate The Expansion Vessel Pre-Pressure

    7.2.3 To check the water volume and flow rate The indoor unit has an expansion vessel of 10 litre with a factory-set pre-pressure of 1 bar. To make sure that the unit operates properly: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 69 Use the following graph to determine the maximum water volume for the calculated pre-pressure. Pre-pressure (bar) Maximum water volume (l) Example: Maximum water volume and expansion vessel pre-pressure ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 70: Changing The Pre-Pressure Of The Expansion Vessel

    "10.4  Checklist during commissioning" [  156]. 7.2.4 Changing the pre-pressure of the expansion vessel NOTICE Only a licensed installer may adjust the pre-pressure of the expansion vessel. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 71: To Check The Water Volume: Examples

    7.3 Connecting the refrigerant piping 7.3.1 About connecting the refrigerant piping Before connecting the refrigerant piping Make sure the outdoor and indoor unit are mounted. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 72: Precautions When Connecting The Refrigerant Piping

    Protect the piping as described in the following table to prevent dirt, liquid or dust from entering the piping. ▪ Use caution when passing copper tubes through walls (see figure below). ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 73: Guidelines When Connecting The Refrigerant Piping

    Do NOT re-use flares. Use new flares to prevent refrigerant gas leakage. ▪ Use flare nuts that are included with the unit. Using different flare nuts may cause refrigerant gas leakage. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 74: To Braze The Pipe End

    Part to be brazed Taping Manual valve Pressure-reducing valve Nitrogen ▪ Do NOT use anti-oxidants when brazing pipe joints. Residue can clog pipes and break equipment. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 75: Using The Stop Valve And Service Port

    Silicon sealant, make sure there is no gap. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 76: To Connect The Refrigerant Piping To The Outdoor Unit

    Piping protection. Protect the field piping against physical damage. 1 Connect the liquid refrigerant connection from the indoor unit to the liquid stop valve of the outdoor unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 77: To Connect The Refrigerant Piping To The Indoor Unit

    Before checking the refrigerant piping Make sure the refrigerant piping is connected between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 78: Precautions When Checking The Refrigerant Piping

    200 kPa (2 bar). It is recommended to pressurize to 3000 kPa (30 bar) in order to detect small leaks. 2 Check for leaks by applying the bubble test solution to all connections. 3 Discharge all nitrogen gas. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 79: To Perform Vacuum Drying

    NOT increase. This might be caused by e.g. the closed state of the expansion valve in the outdoor unit circuit, but does NOT present any problem for correct operation of the unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 80: Charging Refrigerant

    × total refrigerant charge [in kg] / 1000 Please contact your installer for more information. WARNING: FLAMMABLE MATERIAL The refrigerant inside this unit is mildly flammable. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 81: Precautions When Charging Refrigerant

    Additional refrigerant amount charged Total refrigerant charge Quantity of fluorinated greenhouse gases of the total refrigerant charge expressed as tonnes CO equivalent. GWP = Global warming potential ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 82: Connecting Water Piping

    1 Install the shut-off valves on the space heating water pipes. 2 Screw the indoor unit nuts on the shut-off valve. 3 Connect the domestic hot water in and out pipes to the indoor unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 83 A pressure relief valve (field supply) with an opening pressure of maximum 10  bar (=1  MPa) must be installed on the domestic cold water inlet connection in accordance with the applicable legislation. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 84: To Connect The Recirculation Piping

    7.6.6 To fill the domestic hot water tank 1 Open every hot water tap in turn to purge air from the system pipe work. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 85: To Insulate The Water Piping

    If the temperature is higher than 30°C and the humidity is higher than RH 80%, the thickness of the insulation materials should be at least 20  mm to prevent condensation on the surface of the insulation. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 86: Electrical Installation

    Connecting the electrical wiring typically consists of the following stages: ▪ "8.2 Connections to the outdoor unit" [  90] ▪ "8.3 Connections to the indoor unit" [  91] 8.1.1 Precautions when connecting the electrical wiring DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 87: Guidelines When Connecting The Electrical Wiring

    Place the round crimp-style terminal on the wire up to the covered part and fasten the terminal with the appropriate tool. Stranded conductor wire Round crimp-style terminal ▪ Use the following methods for installing wires: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 88: Specifications Of Standard Wiring Components

    Must comply with applicable legislation Interconnection cable Minimum cable section of 1.5 mm² and applicable for 230 V Recommended field 16 A fuse Earth leakage circuit Must comply with applicable legislation breaker ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 89: About Electrical Compliance

    At that moment, the outdoor unit compressor will not operate. The wiring to the unit is different depending on whether the power supply is interrupted or not. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 90: Overview Of Electrical Connections Except External Actuators

    8.2.1 To connect the electrical wiring to the outdoor unit 1 Remove the service cover. See "6.2.2 To open the outdoor unit" [  53]. 2 Strip insulation (20 mm) from the wires. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 91: Connections To The Indoor Unit

    Space cooling/heating "8.3.8 To connect the space cooling/heating ON/ operation control output" [  102]. Changeover to external "8.3.9 To connect the changeover to external heat source control heat source" [  104]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 92 Maximum running current: 100 mA For the main zone: ▪ [A.2.1.7] Unit control method ▪ [A.2.2.4] Contact type main For the additional zone: ▪ [A.2.2.5] Contact type add. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 93: To Connect The Main Power Supply

    Maximum length: 200 m "LAN adapter – System requirements" [  93] LAN adapter – System requirements The requirements posed on the Daikin Altherma system depend on the LAN adapter application/system layout (app control): Item Requirement LAN adapter software It is recommended to ALWAYS keep the LAN adapter software up-to-date.
  • Page 94 16 V DC detection (voltage supplied by PCB). The voltage-free contact shall ensure the minimum applicable load of 15 V DC, 10 mA. [A.2.2.E.3] Preferential kWh rate Connect X11Y to X11YB. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 95: To Connect The Backup Heater Power Supply

    (X5M/9+10) as the safety thermostat. Thus, the system can have EITHER preferential kWh rate power supply OR a safety thermostat. 8.3.2 To connect the backup heater power supply Backup heater type Power supply Wires 1N~ 230 V 2+GND ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 96 Factory-mounted cable connected to the contactor of the backup heater, inside the switch box (K1M) Field wiring (see table below) Model (power supply) Connections to backup heater power supply *3V (1N~ 230 V) SWB2 Q1DI 1N~, 50 Hz 230 V AC ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 97: To Connect The User Interface

    3 Upper switch box cover 2 Connect the user interface cable to the indoor unit. Fix the cable with cable ties to the cable tie mountings. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 98 Secure the wiring to the front part of the casing using the wiring retainer and clamp. 6 Reinstall the faceplate onto the wallplate. Be careful NOT to pinch the wiring when attaching the frontplate to the unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 99: To Connect The Shut-Off Valve

    Wiring is different for a NC (normally closed) valve and a NO (normally open) valve. 21 28 21 29 3 Fix the cable with cable ties to the cable tie mountings. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 100: To Connect The Electricity Meters

    2 Connect the electricity meters cable to the appropriate terminals as shown in the illustration below. 3 4 5 6 3 Fix the cable with cable ties to the cable tie mountings. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 101: To Connect The Domestic Hot Water Pump

    8.3.7 To connect the alarm output Wires: (2+1)×0.75 mm² Maximum load: 0.3 A, 250 V AC [A.2.2.6.3] Alarm output 1 Open the following (see "6.2.4 To open the indoor unit" [  54]): ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 102: To Connect The Space Cooling/Heating On/Off Output

    8.3.8 To connect the space cooling/heating ON/OFF output INFORMATION Cooling is only applicable in case a conversion kit (EKHVCONV3) is installed. Wires: (2+1)×0.75 mm² Maximum load: 0.3 A, 250 V AC ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 103 Installation of EKRP1HBAA is required. Prewiring between X2M/7+9 and Q1L (= thermal protector backup heater). Do NOT change. 3 Fix the cable with cable ties to the cable tie mountings. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 104: To Connect The Changeover To External Heat Source

    8.3.10 To connect the power consumption digital inputs Wires: 2 (per input signal)×0.75 mm² Power limitation digital inputs: 12 V DC / 12 mA detection (voltage supplied by PCB) [A.6.3] Pwr consumpt. control ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 105: To Connect The Safety Thermostat (Normally Closed Contact)

    [A.2.1.6]=3 (Forced off contact = Thermostat) 1 Open the following (see "6.2.4 To open the indoor unit" [  54]): 1 Top panel 2 Upper front panel 3 Upper switch box cover ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 106 The preferential kWh rate power supply contact is connected to the same terminals (X5M/9+10) as the safety thermostat. Thus, the system can have EITHER preferential kWh rate power supply OR a safety thermostat. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 107: After Connecting The Electrical Wiring To The Indoor Unit

    To prevent water ingress to the switch box, seal the low voltage wiring intake using the sealing tape (delivered as accessory). Without low voltage cables With low voltage cables ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 108: Configuration

    Configuring via the PC You can prepare the configuration off-site on PC and configurator afterwards upload the configuration to the system with the PC configurator. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 109: To Change The User Permission Level

    The Installer permission level switches automatically back to End user in the following cases: ▪ If you press again for more than 4 seconds, or ▪ If you do NOT press any button for more than 1 hour ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 110: To Access The Most Used Commands

    5 Repeat previous steps if you have to modify other settings. 6 Push to confirm the modification of the parameter. 7 At installer settings menu, press to confirm the settings. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 111: To Copy The System Settings From The First To The Second User Interface

    Copy the data of the other user interface to this user interface. 5 Confirm to proceed. Start copy Are you sure you want to start the copy operation? Cancel Confirm Adjust ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 112: Quick Wizard: Set The System Layout After First Power On

    3 Set the system layout settings: Standard, Options, Capacities. For more details, see "9.2 Basic configuration" [  113]. System layout Standard Options Capacities Confirm layout Select Scroll 4 After configuration, select Confirm layout and press ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 113: Basic Configuration

    Unit operation is decided based on the ambient temperature of the user interface. Space heating/cooling: User interface location Code Description [A.2.1.B] User interface location ▪ 0 (At unit) ▪ 1 (In room) ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 114 There are 2 leaving water temperature zones: ▪ The zone with the lowest leaving water temperature (in heating) is called the main leaving water temperature zone. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 115 5 minutes to check the water temperature and demand heating or cooling if necessary. Remark: Sample is NOT available in external room thermostat control or room thermostat control. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 116: Quick Wizard: Options

    It runs when the disinfection function of the domestic hot water tank is running. No further settings are needed. See also illustrations below. See also: ▪ "5.4.4 DHW pump for instant hot water" [  40] ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 117 However, the room frost protection is only possible if the leaving water temperature control on user interface of the unit is turned ON. "5 Application guidelines" [  24]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 118 The temperature sensor in the user interface is NOT used anymore. Remark: ; This value only has meaning in room thermostat control. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 119 (up to 2) power meters with different pulse frequencies. When only 1 or no power meter is used, select No to indicate the corresponding pulse input is NOT used. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 120: Space Heating/Cooling Control

    [1-01] [1-02] Set weather-dependent heating: [1-03] [1-02] [1-03] [1-00] [1-01] ▪ : Target leaving water temperature (main) ▪ : Outdoor temperature ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 121 [0-01] [0-02] Set weather-dependent heating: [0-03] [0-01] [0-00] [0-03] [0-02] ▪ Target leaving water temperature (additional) ▪ : Outdoor temperature ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 122 Code Description [A.3.1.1.5] [8-05] Modulated LWT: ▪ 0 (No): Disabled ▪ 1 (Yes): Enabled [8-06] Maximum modulation: Range: 0°C~10°C ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 123: Domestic Hot Water Control

    ▪ 2 (Scheduled only): The domestic hot water tank can ONLY be heated according to a schedule. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 124: Contact/Helpdesk Number

    Thus, the unit does not have to wait for feedback by the thermostat to increase or decrease the ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 125: 2-Points Curve

    To use the weather-dependent curve, you need to define the correct setpoint mode: Go to setpoint mode … Set the setpoint mode to … Main zone – Heating/Cooling ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 126 Cold ↑ ↑ ↑ ↑ Cold ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ — ↓ — ↓ Cold ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ "9.3.2 2-points curve" [  125]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 127: Advanced Configuration/Optimisation

    The purpose of this setting is to prevent selecting a wrong (i.e. too hot or too cold) leaving water temperature. Therefore the available desired heating temperature range and desired cooling temperature range can be configured. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 128 (= the leaving water temperature zone with the highest leaving water temperature in heating operation and the lowest leaving water temperature in cooling operation) [A.3.1.2.2.2] [9-06] Maximum temp (heating) 37°C~60°C ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 129 ONLY applicable in room thermostat control and when modulation is enabled. The maximum modulation (=variance) on the desired leaving water temperature decided on the difference between the actual and desired room temperature, e.g. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 130 It is recommended NOT to change the room temperature hysteresis as it is set for an optimal use of the system. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 131 If a U4 error occurs, room frost protection is NOT guaranteed. See the sections below for detailed information on room frost protection in relation to the applicable unit control method. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 132 When the leaving water temperature home page is ON and the external room thermostat is "Thermo ON", then room frost protection guaranteed by the normal logic. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 133 LWT zone. ▪ activate the On/OFF pump of the mixing valve station ONLY when there is demand. See "5 Application guidelines" [  24]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 134 On temperature for cooling. If the outdoor temperature drops, the operation mode switches to heating and vice versa. Note that outdoor temperature will time-averaged (see "9 Configuration" [  108]). ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 135 Example: if heating to cooling changeover would occur below the desired room temperature in heating, this desired room temperature could never be reached. 1°C~10°C ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 136: Domestic Hot Water Control: Advanced

    The weather dependent installer settings define the parameters for the weather dependent operation of the unit. When weather dependent operation is active the desired tank temperature is determined automatically depending on the averaged ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 137 [0-0B]: desired tank temperature when the outdoor temperature equals or rises above the high ambient temperature: 35°C~[6‑0E]°C Also see "9.3  Weather-dependent curve"    124] for more information about weather-dependent curves. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 138 User setpoint temperature (as set on the user interface) Time INFORMATION The maximum heat pump temperature depends on the ambient temperature. For more information, see the operation range. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 139 The disinfection function disinfects the domestic hot water tank by periodically heating the domestic hot water to a specific temperature. CAUTION The disinfection function settings MUST be configured by the installer according to the applicable legislation. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 140 This maximum allowable hot water temperature shall be selected according to the applicable legislation. CAUTION Be sure that the disinfection function start time [A.4.4.3] with defined duration [A.4.4.5] is NOT interrupted by possible domestic hot water demand. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 141: Heat Source Settings

    ▪ When auto emergency is set to Automatic and a heat pump failure occurs, the boiler will automatically take over the heat load. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 142 I/O PCB). When it is activated, the contact X1, X2 is closed and open when it is deactivated. See illustration below for the schematic location of this contact. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 143 CAUTION Make sure to observe all rules mentioned in application guideline 5 when bivalent operation function is enabled. Daikin shall NOT be held liable for any damage resulting from failure to observe this rule. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 –...

  • Page 144: System Settings

    [5‑03] Space heating priority temperature. Defines the outdoor temperature which below the backup heater will assist during domestic hot water heating. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 145 The preferential kWh rate power supply contact is connected to the same terminals (X5M/9+10) as the safety thermostat. Thus, the system can have EITHER preferential kWh rate power supply OR a safety thermostat. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 146 [D-00] back to 0, as the system does not have a booster heater. Only set [D-00] to the values in the table below: [D‑00] Backup heater Compressor Forced OFF Forced OFF Allowed ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 147 [5-05] Limit DI1 0 A~50 A, step 1 A [5-06] Limit DI2 0 A~50 A, step 1 A [5-07] Limit DI3 0 A~50 A, step 1 A ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 148 –5°C~5°C, step: 0.5°C Disable protections The software is equipped with an "installer-on-site" mode ([A.6.D]: Disable protections) that disables automatic operation by the unit. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 149 T in relation to the required capacity. With this limitation range, delta  T is possible and the comfort is guaranteed. The maximum values depend on the unit type: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 150 (kPa) b (l/min) b (l/min) [9-0D]=6 [9-0D]=7 a (kPa) a (kPa) b (l/min) b (l/min) [9-0D]=8 a (kPa) b (l/min) External static pressure Water flow rate ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 151: Menu Structure: Overview User Settings

    Set weather dependent Main [7.7.1] Main Additional Set weather-dependent heating Set weather-dependent cooling [7.7.2] Additional Set weather-dependent heating Set weather-dependent cooling Only in combination with EKHVCONV3. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 152: Menu Structure: Overview Installer Settings

    Disable protections Amp. value kW value [A.7] Commissioning Amp. limits for DI Test run kW limits for DI UFH screed dryout Priority Air purge Actuator test run ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 153 Solar kit settings are shown but are NOT applicable for this unit. Settings shall NOT be used or changed. INFORMATION Depending on the selected installer settings and unit type, settings will be visible/ invisible. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 154: Commissioning

    50 hours before reaching smooth operation and stable power consumption. NOTICE ALWAYS operate the unit with thermistors and/or pressure sensors/switches. If NOT, burning of the compressor might be the result. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 155: Checklist Before Commissioning

    The air purge valve is open (at least 2 turns). The pressure relief valve purges water when opened. Clean water must come out. The domestic hot water tank is filled completely. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 156: Checklist During Commissioning

    Only if water escapes the valve after opening it, you can start the air purge procedure. Manual or automatic There are 2 modes for purging air: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 157 > Commissioning > Air purge > Start air purge and press to start the air purge function. Result: Air purging will start and the following screen will be shown. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 158: To Perform A Test Run

    If the outdoor unit is not yet installed, connect the main power supply cable to the indoor unit via X2M/30 and X2M/31. See "8.3.1  To connect the main power supply" [  93]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 159 2 the desired leaving water temperature, up to 55°C. Example: 24h (1) 36h (2) 35°C (2) 25°C (1) Desired leaving water temperature (15~55°C) Duration (1~72 h) Action step 1 Action step 2 ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 160 There is limited access to the menu structure. Only the following menus can be accessed: ▪ Information. ▪ Installer settings > Commissioning > UFH screed dryout. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 161 > Commissioning > UFH screed dryout > Dryout status > Stopped at and followed by the last executed step. 6 Modify and restart the execution of the program. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 162: Hand-Over To The User

    Show the user what to do for the maintenance of the unit. ▪ Explain the user about energy saving tips as described in the operation manual. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 163: Maintenance And Service

    NOTICE: Risk of electrostatic discharge Before performing any maintenance or service work, touch a metal part of the unit in order to eliminate static electricity and to protect the PCB. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 164: Checklist For Yearly Maintenance Of The Outdoor Unit

    Keep water pressure above 1 bar. If it is lower, add water. Magnetic filter/dirt separator Screw connection Magnetic sleeve Drain valve Drain cap The yearly maintenance of the magnetic filter/dirt separator consists of: ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 165 Pressure relief valve hose Check whether the pressure relief valve hose is positioned appropriately to drain the water. See "6.4.4 To connect the drain hose to the drain" [  61]. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 166: To Drain The Domestic Hot Water Tank

    EU directive 98/83 EC. 12.4.1 To drain the domestic hot water tank DANGER: RISK OF BURNING The water in the tank can be very hot. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 167: About Cleaning The Water Filter In Case Of Trouble

    6 Open the valve on the bottom of the water filter to drain water from the water circuit. Collect the drained water in a bottle, sink,… using the installed drain hose. 7 Remove the 2 clips that fix the water filter. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 168: To Clean The Water Filter In Case Of Trouble

    4 Install the cleaned rolled‑up filter and strainer in the water filter housing. INFORMATION Correctly install the strainer in the magnetic filter/dirt separator housing using the protrusions. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 169: To Install The Water Filter

    Make sure to open the valve (if equipped) towards the expansion vessel, otherwise the overpressure will be generated. 5 Open the stop valves and add water to the water circuit if needed. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 170: Troubleshooting

    If you are unable to find the cause of the problem, call your dealer. DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 171: Solving Problems Based On Symptoms

    Make sure that the water volume in the too low installation is above the minimum required value (see "7.2.3 To check the water volume and flow rate" [  68]). ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 172: Symptom: The Compressor Does Not Start (Space Heating Or Domestic Water Heating)

    If yes, make sure that the room where you want to purge air is sufficiently ventilated. Reason: Refrigerant might leak into the water circuit, and subsequently into the room when you purge air from the heat emitters or collectors. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 173: Symptom: The Pump Is Blocked

    "7.2.4  Changing the pre-pressure of the expansion vessel" [  70]). 13.3.6 Symptom: The pressure relief valve opens Possible causes Corrective action The expansion vessel is broken Replace the expansion vessel. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 174: Symptom: The Water Pressure Relief Valve Leaks

    ▪ If the water keeps running out of the unit, close both the water inlet and outlet shut-off valves first and then contact your dealer. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 175: Symptom: The Space Is Not Sufficiently Heated At Low Outdoor Temperatures

    Overview settings [5‑02] ▪ Increase the "space heating priority temperature" to activate backup heater operation at a higher outdoor temperature. [A.8] > Installer settings > Overview settings [5‑03] ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 176: Symptom: The Pressure At The Tapping Point Is Temporarily Unusually High

    This chapter gives you an overview of all possible error codes and their descriptions as they appear on the user interface. For detailed troubleshooting of each error, see the service manual. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 177: Error Codes: Overview

    OU: Cool/heat switchover problem. Please contact your dealer. OU: Voltage/current sensor problem. Please contact your dealer. OU: Malfunction of high pressure switch (HPS) Please contact your dealer. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 178 Please contact your dealer. OU: Electrical box temperature rise problem. Please contact your dealer. OU: Malfunction of inverter radiating fin temperature rise. Please contact your dealer. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 179 Water flow problem during cooling/ defrost. Manual reset. Check the plate heat exchanger. Water flow problem. Pump deblocking active Returning water temperature sensor problem. Please contact your dealer. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 180 Backup heater overheated. Power reset required. Please contact your dealer. Tank disinfection function completed correctly. Too long DHW heat-up time required. Flow sensor/switch malfunction. Please contact your dealer. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 181 Please contact your dealer. Water pressure sensor abnormality. Refrigerant pressure sensor abnormality. Under floor heating screed dryout function not completed correctly. Indoor/outdoor unit communication problem. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 182 7H‑01. After some time, this error will reset automatically and the unit will resume operation. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 183 Error AJ-03 is reset automatically from the moment there is a normal tank heat-up. INFORMATION The user interface of the indoor unit will display how to reset an error code. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 184: Disposal

    Installer settings > System operation > Pump down > Start pump down. 3 After ±2 minutes, close the liquid stop valve with a hexagonal wrench. 4 Check on the manifold if the vacuum is reached. ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 185 5 After ±5 minutes, close the gas stop valve, and stop the pump down operation by pressing on the user interface. Liquid stop valve Closing direction Hexagonal wrench Valve cap Gas stop valve ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 186: Technical Data

    Technical data 15 Technical data A subset of the latest technical data is available on the regional Daikin website (publicly accessible). The full set of latest technical data is available on the Daikin Business Portal (authentication required). In this chapter 15.1...

  • Page 187: Piping Diagram: Indoor Unit

    Plate heat exchanger Brazed connection Shut-off valve for service (if equipped) Expansion vessel Magnetic filter/dirt separator Safety valve Air purge Drain valve Pump Flow sensor Backup heater ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 188: Wiring Diagram: Outdoor Unit

    (3) Legend Live Neutral Protective earth Earth Field wiring Circuit breaker Connection Terminal strip Connector Terminal Black White Brown Green Yellow Orange Blue Grey Printed circuit board ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 189 U, V, W Connector V2, V3, V150 Varistor X11A Connector Terminal strip Electronic expansion valve coil Reversing solenoid valve coil Noise filter (ferrite core) Noise filter ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 190: Wiring Diagram: Indoor Unit

     On/OFF thermostat (wireless)  On/OFF thermostat (wireless)  Ext. thermistor  External thermistor  Heat pump convector  Heat pump convector  Safety thermostat  Safety thermostat Add LWT Additional leaving water temperature ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 191 # 2-way valve for cooling mode 3-way valve for space heating/domestic hot water PC (A15P) * Power circuit PHC1 (A4P) * Optocoupler input circuit Thermal protector backup heater ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 192 Preferential kWh rate power supply Preferential kWh rate power supply contact: 16 V DC detection (voltage contact: 16 V DC detection (voltage supplied by PCB) supplied by PCB) Switch box ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 193 Only for digital I/O PCB option Options: ext. heat source output, alarm Options: external heat source output, output alarm output Options: On/OFF output Options: On/OFF output ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 194 Only for heat pump convector Only for heat pump convector Only for wired On/OFF thermostat Only for wired On/OFF thermostat Only for wireless On/OFF thermostat Only for wireless On/OFF thermostat ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...
  • Page 195 A14P: P1-P2 user interface communication 2 core 2x0.75 A13P: P1-P2 LAN adapter communication Only for EKRUDAL1 2 core (remote user interface) 2x0.75 A10P: P1-P2 user interface communication 4D125237 ERLA03DAV3 + EHFH03S18DJ3V Installer reference guide Daikin Altherma 3 R F 4P596806-1 – 2019.10...

  • Page 196: Glossary

    Optional equipment Equipment made or approved by Daikin that can be combined with the product according to the instructions in the accompanying documentation. Field supply Equipment NOT made by Daikin that can be combined with the product according to the instructions in the accompanying documentation.

  • Page 197: Field Settings Table

    ID9E51 Field settings table [6.8.2] = ..Applicable units EHFH03S18DJ3V Notes (*1) EHFH03S18DJ3V + EKHVCONV3 (*2) EHFH03S18DJ3V 4P596814-1 - 2019.10...
  • Page 198 Field settings table Installer setting at variance with default value Breadcrumb Field code Setting name Range, step Date Value Default value User settings └─ Preset values └─ Room temperature 7.4.1.1 Comfort (heating) [3-07]~[3-06], step: A.3.2.4 22°C 7.4.1.2 Eco (heating) [3-07]~[3-06], step: A.3.2.4 18°C 7.4.1.3 Comfort (cooling)
  • Page 199 Field settings table Installer setting at variance with default value Breadcrumb Field code Setting name Range, step Date Value Default value A.2.2.G LAN Adapter 0: No 1: Yes └─ Space operation └─ LWT settings └────────────────── Main A.3.1.1.1 LWT setpoint mode 0: Fixed 1: Weather dep.
  • Page 200 Field settings table Installer setting at variance with default value Breadcrumb Field code Setting name Range, step Date Value Default value A.6.1 [3-00] 0: No 1: Yes └─ Pwr consumpt. Control A.6.3.1 [4-08] Mode 0: No limitation 1: Continuous 2: Digital inputs A.6.3.2 [4-09] Type...
  • Page 201 Field settings table Installer setting at variance with default value Breadcrumb Field code Setting name Range, step Date Value Default value [2-06] Room frost protection 0: Disabled 1: Enabled [2-09] Adjust the offset on the measured room temperature -5~5°C, step: 0,5°C 0°C [2-0A] Adjust the offset on the measured room temperature...
  • Page 202 Field settings table Installer setting at variance with default value Breadcrumb Field code Setting name Range, step Date Value Default value [6-0D] What is the desired DHW production type? 0: Reheat only 1: Reheat + sched. 2: Scheduled only [6-0E] What is the maximum temperature setpoint? 40~60°C, step: 1°C 60°C...
  • Page 203 Field settings table Installer setting at variance with default value Breadcrumb Field code Setting name Range, step Date Value Default value [D-01] Contact type of preferential kWh rate PS installation? 0: No 1: Active open 2: Active closed 3: Safety thermostat [D-02] Which type of DHW pump is installed? 0: No...
  • Page 204 4P596806-1 2019.10 Verantwortung für Energie und Umwelt...

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