Contents Contents Contents ................................................................................................... 55 2 3 Introduction .................................................................................... 57 1.1 Foreword ................................................................................... 57 1.2 Service contact details ............................................................... 57 Safety Information .......................................................
Introduction English 4 Manual Off ........................................................................ 77 3.4.4 External control ............................................................... 78 3.5 Battery protection ...................................................................... 79 3.6 Automatic antifreeze feature ..................................................... 80 3.7 Navigating in the operating panel menu .................................... 81 3.7.1 Info screen ...........
Introduction Introduction 1.1 Foreword Thank you for choosing an EFOY COMFORT fuel cell from SFC Energy AG. We hope you enjoy using your new energy supply system! Before you use the fuel cell for the first time, please read this user manual and follow the installation instructions. If you still have any questions about installing or using your fuel cell, please contact your local service partner or the EFOY hotline. Copyright by SFC Energy AG 2015. All rights reserved. Subject to change without notice.
Safety Information 2 Safety Information 2.1 Explanation of safety alert signal words DANGER! English Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a high risk of death or serious physical injury. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a medium risk of death or serious physical injury. CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a slight risk of mild or moderate physical injury or damage to property.
Safety Information EFOY COMFORT fuel cells and EFOY fuel cartridges must not be stored at temperatures over 50°C/122°F and must not be operated at temperatures over 40°C/104°F. Protect from heat and direct sunlight. Operate the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell only as specified in the installation instructions, and in a well-ventilated space. Do not smoke in the vicinity of the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell or EFOY fuel cartridge. Protect from heat and ignition sources. Methanol is highly flammable! A methanol spillage (e.
Safety Information 2.3 Safety instructions for methanol INFO: There is no risk of you coming into contact with methanol provided that you handle the device and fuel cartridges in accordance with the instructions. English DANGER! Leakage of methanol fumes poses a fire hazard! Do not smoke when replacing the EFOY fuel cartridge and do not expose it to other ignition sources! Protect EFOY fuel cartridges from temperatures exceeding 50°C/122°F.
Safety Information CAUTION! Impurities in methanol! Original EFOY fuel cartridges contain methanol that has been approved by SFC. Even slight impurities or foreign particles in commercially available methanol may cause irreversible damage to the device, and may nullify the warranty or guarantee.
Safety Information English can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Safety Information The devices have undergone voluntarily testing by TÜV SÜD Industrie und Service GmbH for conformity with the basic requirements of IEC 62282-5, and have been awarded the seal of approval for product safety. This product is intended and certified for Canada and the USA. The product was voluntarily tested according to the safety requirements CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60335-1/R: 2007, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.
Safety Information 2.7 Waste disposal and transportation Packaging and transportation Your new device was packaged to ensure that it reached you safely. All materials used in the packaging are environmentally friendly and can be re-used. English We recommend that you keep the packaging in case it is needed for winter storage.
Operation Operation 3.1 Quick overview The following options are available: The mounting plates and cabling are already installed in your vehicle. You are connecting the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell for the first time. Please proceed to chapter 3.2 "Commissioning" on page 66. The device and a fuel cartridge are already installed. Please proceed to chapter 3.2.7 "Operation via the operating panel" on page 68. English 3 The device is new and not yet installed.
Operation 3.2 3.2.1 Tools Crosstip screwdriver Connections English 3.2.2 Commissioning 3.2.3 1. Connection for charge line 2. Connection for operating panel 3. Connection for data interface 4. Connection for EFOY fuel cartridge 5. Connection for exhaust hose and fill opening for service fluid 6. Cooling inlet (reverse) 7.
Operation Thread the belt along the groove provided. 3. Tighten the belt so that the device is standing securely on the mounting plate. 4. Fasten the end of the belt using the hook and loop fastener. Connecting the fuel cartridge For information on installing the EFOY fuel cartridge, see chapter 4.1.2 "Inserting the fuel cartridge" on page 94. 3.2.5 English 3.2.4 2. Connecting the exhaust hose and off-heat tube 1. Attach the insulated exhaust hose. 2. Insert the off-heat tube or off-heat bow.
Operation 3.2.6 Connecting the charge line and data line 1. Insert the plug on the data line (1) into the connection socket marked "Remote Control" on the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell. 2. Insert the plug on the loading cable (2) into the socket connection provided on the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell. English INFO: The device switches on as soon as the battery charge line is plugged in and the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell is connected to the battery. 3.2.7 Operation via the operating panel 3.2.7.
Operation Symbols on the display The display shows different symbols depending on the operating status and operating mode of the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell: Current battery voltage. Current charging current of the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell. INFO: The fuel gauge for the fuel cartridge is just an indicator. Only replace the fuel cartridge once it has been completely emptied. Wait until error message 20/22 is displayed. English Fill level of the fuel cartridge.
Operation 3.2.7.2 Initial commissioning Switch on After connecting the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell for the first time, the intro screen appears on the display. Press [ok]. English After a short wait, the language selection appears. Selecting a language 1. Press [][] to select the required language. 2. Press [ok] to confirm your selection. Selecting a fuel cartridge The fuel cartridge is then enabled. 1. Press [][] to select the relevant fuel cartridge. 2. Press [ok] to confirm your selection.
Operation Info screen During subsequent operation of the device, an info screen appears after switching the device on. Press to access the operating mode. Press [menu] to access the main menu. Press []to access the system information. The first line indicates the operating mode selected, e.g., "Automatic" (see chapter 3.4 "Operating modes" on page 75). The second line indicates the operating status (see "Operating status" on page 72). English 3.2.7.
Operation English Operating status Start phase The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell undergoes a start phase lasting up to 15 minutes. At the end of this phase, it has reached its full rated output. Charging mode The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell charges the battery. Standby As long as the battery is charged sufficiently, the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell remains in standby mode and monitors the battery voltage. Shutdown procedure The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell shuts down charging mode.
Operation 3.3 3.3.1 Shutdown and dismantling Switching off the fuel cell Switch off the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell using the operating panel. This is described in chapter 3.4.3 "Manual Off" on page 77. 3.3.2 Removing the EFOY fuel cartridge 3.3.3 Detaching the charge line and data line 1. English This is described in chapter 4.1.1 "Removing the fuel cartridge" on page 93. Disconnect the charge line (2) and data line (1) for the operating panel from the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell.
Operation 4. Loosen the belt holding the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell in place, and lift the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell off the mounting plate. English CAUTION! Store the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell in a cool place, but at a temperature over 1°C/34°F. (See also the information on storage temperature in chapter 6 "Specifications" on page 104). INFO: Use a suitable box for storing the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell, e.g., the box in which it was delivered. The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell must be stored in an upright position only.
Operation Operating modes The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell can be operated in one of the following modes: Automatic Manual On Manual Off External control on There are two ways of accessing the "Operating mode" menu: Direct access English 3.4 Access from the main menu Selecting an operating mode via direct access 1. Press on the operating panel. 2. Press [][] to select the required operating mode in the "Operating mode" menu. 3. Press [ok] to confirm your selection.
Operation 3.4.1 Automatic Automatic mode starts as soon as you connect the device to the battery. The device monitors the battery voltage independently. The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell switches on automatically if the lead acid battery voltage drops below 12.3 V. The battery is then charged until the cut-off threshold of 14.2 V is reached. English When the device is started, it goes through a start phase, which may last up to 15 minutes. It only reaches its full rated output after this phase.
Operation The device operates independently of the switch-on threshold, and charges the battery until the cut-off threshold is reached. Please note: The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell can only start if it is connected to an intact battery and a filled fuel cartridge. The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell does not switch on if the battery is damaged or has been deeply discharged. INFO: 3.4.3 English If the device fails to start, check that the cover lid is not still attached to the exhaust hose connector.
Operation 3.4.4 External control You can control the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell externally using a switching contact, e.g. a solar charger. To do this, the "External control" operating mode must be enabled. External control is switched on if an open padlock is displayed at the bottom right of the display. English Switching on external control 1. Press on the operating panel, or select "Operating mode" in the main menu. The operating mode selection appears. 2.
Operation 1. Press on the operating panel, or select "Operating mode" in the main menu. The operating mode selection appears. 2. Select the "External control off" operating mode. 3. Press [ok] to confirm your selection. No symbol is displayed at the bottom right of the display. 3.5 English Switching off external control Battery protection The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell has automatic battery protection when the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell is switched off.
Operation INFO: Please check your system if the fuel cell repeatedly switches back to battery protection. Either the battery has already been damaged or too much energy has been discharged. INFO: English Battery protection only works if a full EFOY fuel cartridge is connected. 3.6 Automatic antifreeze feature The device has an intelligent automatic antifreeze feature. This operating status switches on automatically as soon as the temperature drops below 3°C/37.
Operation INFO: Never leave the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell in your vehicle/boat during the winter without connecting it to a fuel cartridge and battery. 3.7 Info screen Press to access the operating mode. Press [menu] to access the main menu. Press []to access the system information. English 3.7.1 Navigating in the operating panel menu Operating mode 1. Press [][] to select the operating mode (see chapter 3.4 "Operating modes" on page 75). 2.
Operation The third screen displays operating time and error information. The error messages are explained in chapter 5.1 "Error message on the display" on page 99. 2. Main menu English 3.7.2 Press [] to return to the info screen. Press [menu]. The main menu appears. Press [][] to select a submenu. Press [ok] to access the selected submenu. Press [] to return to the info screen.
Operation Language Press [][] to select the language. Press [ok] to confirm the language selection. System reset The reset function allows you to restart the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell: English Press [ok] to confirm the restart. Press [] to cancel the restart and return to the main menu.
Operation Expert menu Press and hold [ok] and [menu] at the same time for two seconds. The expert menu appears. Press [][] to select a submenu. Press [ok] to access the selected submenu. Press [] to return to the expert menu. You can select the following menu options in the expert menu: English 3.7.3 - Battery type Battery parameters Battery protection Factory defaults This option allows you to undo all the settings made in the expert menu. Press [ok] to confirm or [] to cancel.
Operation Battery type You can select the following batteries in the "Battery type" menu: - Lead-acid - Lead Gel - AGM - LiFePO4 (Lithium iron phosphate) - EFOY GO! Press [ok] to access to select a battery type. English 3.7.3.1 By choosing the LiFePO4 or EFOY GO! battery type, an icon will be shown on the Infoscreen CAUTION! Incorrectly set battery type may damage the battery. This may nullify your warranty.
Operation 3.7.3.2 Battery parameters You can select the following options in the "Battery parameters" menu: English - Switch-on delay Switch-on voltage Switch-off voltage Switch-off current Absorption time Max. charge time Min. charge time Altitude up to Factory defaults This option allows you to undo all the battery parameter settings. Press [ok] to confirm or [] to cancel. Press [ok] to access the selected submenu. CAUTION! Incorrectly set operating parameters may damage the battery.
Operation Permitted value ranges for battery parameters (Leadacid, AGM, Gel) Switch-on delay Factory defaults Min. Max. 60 s 2s 300 s Switch-on voltage 12.3 V 11.0 V 13.0 V Switch-off voltage 14.2 V 13.5 V 14.7 V 80i 2.0 A 0.5 A 10.0 A 140i 2.0 A 1.0 A 10.0 A 210i 4.0 A 2.0 A 10.0 A Absorption time 180 min 0 min 300 min Max. charge time 24 h 2h 120 h Min.
English Operation - EFOY COMFORT 80/140 2.0 A 1.0 A 10.0 A - EFOY COMFORT 210 4.0 A 4.0 A 10.0 A Absorption time 180 min 0 min 300 min Max. charge time 24 h 2h 120 h Min. charge time 30 min 30 min 180 min Altitude up to 1500 m 0m 2000 m Permitted value ranges for battery parameters EFOY GO! Switch-on delay Factory defaults Min. Max. 60 s 2s 300 s Switch-on voltage 12.4 V 12.0 V 13.4 V Switch-off voltage 14.4 V 13.8 V 14.6 V 80i 2.0 A 0.5 A 10.0 A 140i 2.0 A 1.
Operation Switch-on delay If loads with a high rate of power consumption are operated temporarily, this value must be set in accordance with the operating times of these loads. English The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell does not start immediately if the switch-on voltage only drops below the set threshold level temporarily. The device only starts automatically if the switch-on voltage is still below this threshold level after the switch-on delay. For example, with the factory default of 12.
Operation Switch-off voltage If the battery voltage reaches the set level, the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell switches off, provided that the value set for the "Maintenance charge" parameter has also been reached. Please note your battery's end-of-charging voltage. Note the charging recommendations provided by the battery manufacturer. English You can find the permitted value range for the switch-off voltage in the table on page 87.
Operation Maximum charge time This switch-off criterion prevents unlimited charge cycles caused by various factors like defective batteries. Minimum charge time English If the switch-off criteria, voltage and current, have not been satisfied, the EFOY COMFORT will shut down after defined operating hours. Once the switch-on criteria have been satisfied, the EFOY COMFORT unit will turn on again, which can be immediately after the maximum charge time.
Operation The battery protection function provides deep discharge protection for the battery, even when the fuel cell is switched off and the charging function does not take over. You can select the following menu options in the "Battery protection" menu: English - Switch-on voltage Enable/Disable Factory defaults This option allows you to undo all the battery protection settings. Press [ok] to confirm or [] to cancel. CAUTION! Incorrectly set operating parameters may damage the battery.
Maintenance and Service 4 Maintenance and Service Under normal operating conditions, the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell is maintenance-free. WARNING! 4.1 English Do not open the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell! Unauthorized opening of the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell interferes with safe operation of the device and nullifies the warranty and guarantee. The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell does not contain any parts that you can maintain or repair yourself.
English Maintenance and Service 4.1.2 1. Unscrew the fuel cartridge connector from the empty EFOY fuel cartridge. 2. Open the belt. 3. Remove the empty EFOY fuel cartridge. 4. Use the screw cap to seal each EFOY fuel cartridge securely after use. Inserting the fuel cartridge CAUTION! Impurities in methanol! Original EFOY fuel cartridges contain methanol that has been approved by SFC.
Maintenance and Service 1. Insert a new, full, and sealed original EFOY fuel cartridge into the fuel cartridge holder. INFO: 2. Fasten the belt on the fuel cartridge holder. Only connect EFOY fuel cartridges to the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell if they are secured with a fuel cartridge holder. 3. Do not remove the child-proof screw cap until the new EFOY fuel cartridge has been inserted into the fuel cartridge holder.
Maintenance and Service 4.2 Adding service fluid If the service fluid level is low, the message: "Please refill service fluid" is displayed on the operating panel. INFO: English If this message is displayed frequently, check that the air supply at the installation location is sufficient. There is no need to add service fluid under normal operating conditions. Use original EFOY service fluid only. Switch off the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell before refilling with service fluid. Disconnect the charge line.
Maintenance and Service 3. Insert the tip of the bottle into the connection nozzle on the device and slowly squeeze the entire contents into the opening. INFO: 4. Use a cloth to wipe away any excess service fluid that may spill over. 5. Reattach the exhaust hose. 6. Reconnect the charge line to the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell. 7. When you have finished filling the device, press [ok]. The message is deleted and the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell returns to its previous operating status, e.g. automatic mode. 8.
Maintenance and Service 4.3 Firmware update Be sure to check on a regular basis (at least once a year) which updates are available for your firmware. A firmware update of the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell is possible at any time with built-in fuel cell and in a few minutes. English Simply connect the EFOY Updater to your EFOY COMFORT fuel cell to perform the update. Page 98 For information on the current firmware and the updater, contact your specialist dealer or visit our website (see chapter 1.
Errors and solutions Errors and solutions 5.1 Error message on the display In the event of interruptions and errors, the operating panel displays warning messages on the display panel, including an error code and instructions on how to resolve the error. By following these instructions, you can quickly and easily eliminate some of the errors that may occur. Error message on the display Error code Solution Service is required. Protect device against frost! Please contact the EFOY hotline or hotline@sfc.
English Errors and solutions Page 100 Error message on the display Error code Solution Please make sure the exhaust hose is not clogged, bent or frozen. Press OK for restart. 11 18 Please check the installation of the exhaust hose and position it so that no condensation can gather. Do not bend the exhaust hose. If necessary, clean the exhaust hose and protect the opening from becoming clogged. Shorten the exhaust hose if condensation is gathering in it. Fuel cartridge empty.
Error message on the display Error code Solution Interruption: Device frozen. Please defrost device slowly for at least 24h at room temperature. 40 The device was exposed to temperatures below 1°C/34°F without a connected battery and/or an EFOY fuel cartridge that was not filled sufficiently. It must be allowed to defrost for approx. 24 hours at room temperature. Interruption: Surroundings too warm. Please wait for the device to cool down. 41 The ambient temperature is too high.
Errors and solutions English Please disconnect fuel cartridge connection, shake cartridge firmly and reconnect. Restart device at most 2 times. Press OK for restart. Page 102 EFOY GO! cannot be charged currently. Please refer to the user manual of the EFOY GO! 72 Check the fuel cartridge connection and, if necessary, check for any contamination and remove it. Then please perform a system reset (max. twice). If the error still occurs, please contact the hotline.
Battery defective, too small or too old. Please check the battery and contact EFOY-Hotline orservice@sfc.com 5.2 The on-board electrical system including the battery has to be checked. The EFOY COMFORT has measured charging cycles which were too short. This is an indication of a defective, too old or too small battery. The battery parameters may also need to be reviewed. Please refer to chapter 6„Specifications“on page 104, for information about the recommended battery capacities.
Specifications 6 Specifications Performance data English Product EFOY COMFORT 80 EFOY COMFORT 140 EFOY COMFORT 210 Max. charge capacity 960 Wh/day 80 Ah/day 1728 Wh/day 144 Ah/day 2520 Wh/day 210 Ah/day Max. nominal power1 40 W 72 W 105 W Expected nominal power at 3000h1 30 W 60 W 85 W Max. charging current at 12 V 3.3 A 6.0 A 8.8 A Nominal voltage 12 V Switch-on voltage < 12.3 V Cut-off threshold2 > 14.
Specifications General data EFOY COMFORT 80 Sound pressure level at a distance of 7 m Weight EFOY COMFORT 140 EFOY COMFORT 210 25 dB(A) 7.1 kg / 15.7 lbs Dimensions 7.9 kg / 17.4 lbs 8.5 kg / 18.7 lbs 44.3 x 20.2 x 28.8 cm (17.4 x 7.9 x 11.3 in) English Product Installation requirements Space requirement (LxWxH) 68 x 38 x 34 cm (minimum) / 26.8 x 15 x 13.
Specifications Fuel cartridge Fuel cartridges M5* M10 Volume 5 liters 10 liters (2.64 US gal) Weight 4.3 kg 8.4 kg / 18.5 lbs Dimensions (L x B x H) 19.0 x 14.5 x 28.3 cm 23.0 x 19.3 x 31.8 cm (9.1 x 7.6 x 12.5 in) English *not available in all countries INFO: Copyright 2015 - Version 04 The installation manual for the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell and other manuals are available in the Downloads area on our website at www.efoy-comfort.com.