26 - EN5 MaintenancePart of system Limit Responsible ProcedureFilters 6 months User Replace the filtersValves 6 months User Clean the valvesGrilles 6 months User Clean the grillesOperating device 6 months User Clean the operating deviceCondensation drain 6 months User Fill the condensation drainSystem inspection and cleaning 4 years Installer or service engineer -Zehnder recommends a maintenance contract witha specialist ventilation maintenance company. Someinstallers provide a maintenance contract in whichthe user maintenance can be integrated. Contact thesupplier of the unit for a list of registered installersnearby.The warranty becomes invalid if:■ Parts are used that have not been supplied bythe manufacturer;■ The unit is used without filters.Do not disconnect the power to theunit, unless instructed otherwise inthe manual. This can lead to a build-up of moisture and result in problemswith mould.Perform the maintenance tasks within thesuggested time periods. Failure to do this canresult in the ventilation systems performance tobe compromised.Keep a clearance in front of the unit of atleast 1m. This room is needed to carry out themaintenance activities.1m5.1 Fill the condensation drainThe condensation drain is connected to the domesticwaste-water system. To prevent sewer smells fromentering your home, the water seal of the domesticwaste-water system must always contain water. Youcan achieve this by pouring a cup of water into thewater seal.5.2 Clean the operating deviceActivate the child lock on the display, to preventany changes to the settings caused by accidentallypressing the buttons. Clean any operating devicepresent in your home at least every six months. Usea dry duster or vacuum cleaner to remove the dust.Do not use water or any other liquid.5.3 Clean the grillesClean any grille present in andoutside your home at least every sixmonths.1. Keep hold of the grille on its outer edge andpull it completely out of the wall or ceiling (if notscrewed down).2. Clean the grille with a soft brush or vacuumcleaner.3. Clean the filter behind the grille (if present) with asoft brush or vacuum cleaner.■ Do not remove the foam behind the grille (ifpresent) as it would negatively influence thesystem performance.4. Place the grille back in the wall or ceiling.