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Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic Range Brochure - 3rd Edition

Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic  Range Brochure - 3rd Edition
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Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic Range Brochure - 3rd Edition

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Features & Benefits
  • Manufactured in the UK, compliant with Building Regulations ADF and ADL.
  • Recognized in SAP Appendix Q with Specific Fan Power as low as 0.4 W/l/s and up to 94% heat recovery.
  • Equipped with a fully automatic Summer bypass and integrated digital controller for easy commissioning.
  • Lightweight design for easy installation with horizontal and/or vertical duct outlets.
  • Includes plug and play controls such as Humidistat, Ventwise, and Wireless Remote, along with BMS connectivity.
  • Features self-diagnosis for simplified fault finding and adjustable delay On/Off timer.
System Overview
  • The Sentinel Kinetic Range offers a whole-house heat recovery system with up to 94% energy efficiency.
  • Incorporates Lo-Carbon energy-saving EC/DC fans for long life and low energy use.
  • Designed for new build constructions with high insulation levels, meeting the latest Building Regulations for whole-house ventilation.
Control and Sensors
  • Sentinel Control provides Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) to minimize energy consumption and noise.
  • Offers two levels of Building Management System (BMS) options: Basic Output and full Electronic BMS.
  • Control inputs include volt-free pairs for sensor inputs and 0-24V outputs for proportional control.
  • Optional Ventwise controller senses temperature rise in bath/shower or cooker circuits to activate boost.
Installation and Configuration
  • Units can be mounted vertically or horizontally, with ducting options for various configurations.
  • Integral humidity sensor adjusts speed based on relative humidity, ensuring adequate ventilation.
  • Frost protection strategy allows operation down to -20°C, with extract-only mode below this temperature.
Optional Accessories
  • Includes wired and wireless remote controllers, LED alarms, and various sensors for enhanced control.
  • Optional M5 supply filters and spare filters available for different models.
Technical Specifications
  • Models available with different configurations, including summer bypass and humidity sensors.
  • Dimensions and weight provided for installation planning.
  • SAP Appendix Q test results indicate high thermal efficiency and low specific fan power.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and operational guidelines for the Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic and Kinetic Plus ventilation units. These units are designed for efficient air supply and extraction with integrated heat recovery, suitable for residential and commercial applications.
Specifications: The units feature an ABS outer case, reversible core for flexible mounting, and a high-efficiency composite plastic counterflow heat exchanger with up to 92% thermal efficiency. They include EC/DC fan/motor assemblies with sealed bearings and forward or backward curved centrifugal impellers.
Performance: Fan speeds are fully adjustable, and the units can handle high airflow rates, making them ideal for larger homes and multi-occupancy buildings. The Kinetic Plus model can achieve 400m3/hr at 150Pa, with almost 90% heat recovery.
Sound Data: Sound levels are provided for various flow rates and unit settings, with detailed octave band data for supply, extract, and breakout noise levels.
Control Features: The units come with integral fan speed control, min/max ventilation control, BMS interfaces, and a range of sensors for automatic operation. They include features like summer bypass, frost protection, and humidity sensors with ambient, rapid, and proportional response capabilities.
Installation and Maintenance: The units are designed for easy installation with flexible ducting options and tool-free filter access. They include a removable core for maintenance access to filters, heat exchanger, and electrical connections.
Additional Features: The Kinetic Plus model includes a digital controller, plug-and-play controls, and self-diagnosis for fault finding. It is lightweight and designed for easy installation in confined spaces.
Applications: These units are suitable for care homes, student accommodations, and other multi-occupancy buildings, providing efficient ventilation and heat recovery while allowing for monitoring and optimization through BMS connectivity.
Overview: The Kinetic Cooker Hood is designed for a 600mm aperture above a hob, featuring a telescopic hood with removable metal grease filters, low energy light bulbs, and options for White or Brushed Aluminium front trim. It includes a fire damper and connects to a heat recovery unit via a galvanized steel duct.
Specifications: The hood activates a boost speed in the heat recovery unit and opens a summer bypass to prevent cooking by-products from entering the heat recovery cell. It includes a thermal cut-out fuse for safety. Models are available in left-hand (L) or right-hand (R) configurations.
Models and Pricing: Various models are available with or without humidity sensors, each with specific stock references and trade prices. The models include Kinetic CWH and CSH with White or Brushed Aluminium Cooker Hoods.
Humidity Sensor: Models with an 'H' suffix feature an integral humidity sensor that adjusts speed based on humidity levels, saving energy and reducing noise. It includes a night-time setback feature to prevent nuisance tripping.
Accessories: Available accessories include wired remote controllers, wireless kits, LED alarms, and spare filters, each with specific stock references and trade prices.
Dimensions and Installation: The unit's dimensions are provided, with minimum clearance requirements for gas and electric hobs. The weight is 27kg.
Performance and Efficiency: The unit's thermal efficiency is up to 92%, with sound data provided for various flow rates. The unit is tested according to BS848 standards.
Consultants Specification: The unit features a composite plastic counterflow heat recovery cell, EC/DC motors, and infinitely variable speed control. It includes a removable core for maintenance access and is constructed with an ABS outer case.
Standard Controls: The unit includes integral fan speed control, ventilation control, BMS interfaces, and a humidity sensor with ambient, rapid, and proportional response features.
Integral Cooker Hood Specification: The hood includes a telescopic design, low-energy lamps, and a removable metal grease filter. It connects to the MVHR unit with a galvanized steel duct containing a fire damper and thermal cut-out.
Installation and Control Options: The unit supports left or right-hand installation, with spigot options for confined spaces. Control options include switched live inputs and a delay-on feature.
Features and Benefits: The Lo-Carbon Kinetic E model offers compact size, lightweight design, easy access filters, and energy-saving motors. It meets Building Regulations for wholehouse system ventilation.
Overview: The document provides detailed technical specifications and features of the Lo-Carbon Kinetic Plus E and Sentinel Kinetic Horizontal MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery) units by Vent-Axia. These units are designed for whole-house ventilation with high energy efficiency and heat recovery capabilities.
Specifications: The Kinetic Plus E model offers up to 94% heat recovery efficiency, while the Sentinel Kinetic Horizontal model provides up to 81% efficiency. Both models feature EC/DC fans for energy savings and long life, with the Kinetic Plus E having adjustable speeds and a boost function. The units are compliant with Building Regulations and are recognized in SAP Appendix Q.
Features: Key features include lightweight construction for easy installation, tool-free filter access, external condensate connection, and frost protection down to -20°C. The units are acoustically lined for quiet operation and have a digital controller for precise commissioning. The Kinetic Plus E model includes a 'Delay-On' feature to prevent unnecessary boosting.
Control Options: Both units support various control options, including PIR occupancy detectors, humidistats, and light switch controls. The Sentinel Kinetic Horizontal model also includes a programmable summer bypass and an integral humidity sensor for energy-efficient operation.
Installation and Maintenance: The units are designed for flexible installation with reversible cores for left or right-hand mounting. They include LED indicators for filter checks and allow for easy maintenance access to filters and heat exchangers.
Performance Data: The document includes detailed performance data, including airflow rates, sound levels, and static pressure measurements. The Kinetic Plus E model offers fan speeds adjustable within the performance range, with sound levels as low as 20dB(A) at 3m.
Accessories and Options: Various accessories are available, including spare filters, pollen filters, and isolator relay controllers. The document also lists optional controls like wireless enable kits and Ventwise controllers for enhanced functionality.
Specifications:
The document details the specifications for the Sentinel Kinetic Z ventilation units by Vent-Axia, available in models 200Z and 300Z. The units feature galvanized steel or high-density EPP construction, high-efficiency aluminum or polymer heat exchangers, and EC/DC motors for variable speed control. The units are equipped with supply and extract filters, automatic summer bypass, and a condensate drip tray.

Performance:
The 300Z model's sound data and performance are tested according to BS848 standards. The units offer adjustable fan speeds and are designed for efficient heat exchange with up to 81% thermal efficiency.

Operation:
The units automatically adjust ventilation rates based on signals from interconnected sensors, with options for trickle and boost operation. They include a wired remote control for individual fan commissioning and speed control.

Standard Controls:
Features include infinitely variable fan speed control, min/max ventilation settings, heating interlocks, 0-10V proportional speed adjustment, and automatic frost protection. The units also have an integral humidity sensor with ambient, rapid, and proportional response features.

Installation and Electrical Connection:
Electrical connections should be performed by qualified personnel following current wiring regulations. The document provides detailed wiring instructions and contact information for technical support.

Contact Information:
Vent-Axia provides technical, installation, and sales support through various contact numbers and email. The company emphasizes its commitment to British manufacturing and continuous product improvement.
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Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic  Range Brochure - 3rd Edition-1

Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic Range

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Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic® Range Overview Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery Features & Benefits • Manufactured in the UK • Building Regulations ADF and ADL compliant • Recognised in SAP Appendix Q • Specific Fan Power down to 0.4 W/l/s • Up to 94% heat recovery • Fully automatic Summer bypass • Horizontal and/or vertical duct outlets • Integrated digital controller for simple and accurate commissioning • Lightweight for easy installation • External condensate connection • Plug and play controls; Humidistat, Ventwise, Wireless Remote recovery. The Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic models have...

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MVHR Units The units can be boosted incrementally via the onboard controller or the Wired Remote Controller: One press = 30 minutes, two presses = 60 minutes, three presses = continuous. Optional Controls LED Alarm with 15 metre cable Stock Ref 448356 Wired Remote Controller with 15 metre cable Stock Ref £Trade 443283 54.01 Wireless Enable Kit (includes one switch) Stock Ref £Trade 441865 81.02 Additional Wireless Boost Switch (max 3 switches) Stock Ref 437827 Ventwise Controller (also requires sensors, see Accessories & Controllers section) Stock Ref £Trade 441780 182.28 Purge setting The unit...

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Kinetic® Range Overview Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery Model Range Sentinel Kinetic Range Model Ranges Lo-Carbon Sentinel Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic Plus Kinetic Cooker Hood Sentinel Kinetic Sentinel Kinetic Horizontal Auto Summer Bypass Easy Access Filters Mounting Options Wall Surface Wall Surface Wall Surface

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MVHR Units Sentinel Demand Control The Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic Range can be used with a wide range of optional Vent-Axia controllers and sensors, ranging from integral humidistats, through to wireless controllers and wired remote sensors. DOM Wired Remote Controller • Standard with horizontal units, optional extra with vertical units • Supplied with 15 metres of cable (max length) • Duplicates all the features of the onboard control panel, allowing easy commissioning, diagnosis and user control • Flush mounting, suitable for a single gang pattress box 16mm deep £ Trade Stock Ref 443283 54.01...

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Lo-Carbon ® Sentinel Kinetic MVHR Units Features & Benefits Integral Humidity Sensor The integral humidity sensor increases speed in proportion to relative humidity levels, saving energy and reducing noise. The sensor also reacts to small but rapid increases in humidity, even if the normal trigger threshold is not reached. This unique feature ensures adequate ventilation, even for the smallest wet room. The night time relative humidity setback feature suppresses nuisance tripping as humidity gradually increases with falling temperature. • Ultra quiet • Lightweight for easier installation • Horizontal...

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MVHR Units Performance Fan speeds are fully adjustable within the performance range. x figure relates to Wattage (both motors) 400 Example system curves - vertical spigots x figure relates to Wattage (both motors) 450 Example system curves - horizontal spigots Sound Data Flow l/s Test mode Extract Breakout Tested according to BS848. Breakout quoted spherical. Supply and Extract quoted hemispherical.

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Lo-Carbon Sentinel® Kinetic Consultant's Specification Operation The supply and extract ventilation unit shall be a Sentinel Kinetic as manufactured by Vent-Axia and shall be sized as indicated on the drawings and shall be in accordance with the particular specification. Supply air to the room shall be pre-heated by the extract air via the integrated composite plastic counterflow heat recovery cell. The Sentinel Kinetic shall automatically vary the ventilation rate via EC/ DC motors, as it receives signals from one of the optional interconnected sensors. When a signal is received, the fans shall...

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MVHR Units Electrical Connection Please note: Electrical connection should be carried out by an appropriately qualified person and in accordance with current wiring regulations. Fused Spur Trickle to Boost by Trickle/Boost switch

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Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic® Plus MVHR Unit Features & Benefits Spigot Options Spigots may be re-positioned to give horizontal connection or a combination of vertical and horizontal connection. • Ultra quiet • Horizontal duct option for space-saving installations • High airflow, ideal for student accommodation clusters Optional 180mm/200mm spigots can simplify connection in commercial installations where larger diameter duct work has been used. • Unique folding filter for removal when access is restricted Quick Change Filter • Integrated digital controller for simple and accurate commissioning...

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MVHR Units Performance Fan speeds are fully adjustable within the performance range. x Figure relates to Wattage (both motors) 700 Example system curves 100% Sound Data Octave band, Hz, dB SWL Flow l/s Test mode Supply Unit setting

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Lo-Carbon Sentinel® Kinetic Plus Consultants Specification Operation The supply and extract ventilation unit shall be as Sentinel Kinetic Plus as manufactured by Vent-Axia and shall be sized as indicated on the drawings and shall be in accordance with the particular specification. Supply air to the room shall be pre-heated by the extract air via the integrated composite plastic counterflow heat recovery cell. The Sentinel Kinetic Plus shall automatically vary the ventilation rate via EC/DC motors, as it receives signals from one of the optional interconnected sensors. When a signal is received,...

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MVHR Units Electrical Connection Please note: Electrical connection should be carried out by an appropriately qualified person and in accordance with current wiring regulations. Fused Spur Trickle to Boost by two lighting circuits or Trickle/Boost switch ISOLATOR RELAY LOCAL ISOLATOR

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Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic® Cooker Hood MVHR Units Features & Benefits • Recognised in SAP Appendix Q • Includes Cooker Hood Canopy • Ultra quiet • Horizontal duct option for space-saving installations • Fits within a 600mm wide aperture (300mm deep) • Integrated digital controller for simple and accurate commissioning • Plug and play controls; Humidistat, Ventwise, Wireless Remote • BMS connectivity • LS inputs (Light Switch) • Volt-free inputs • Self diagnosis for simplified fault finding • Adjustable delay On/delay Off timer • Summer bypass and frost protection Easy Installation Ducting can...

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