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Electronic heat cost allocator WHE5..

• Electronic device for heat cost allocation on the basis of measuring the
heat output from radiators.
• Available without communication, with optical interface or with radio
interface for remote read outs
• Available as one or two sensor device as well as remote sensor

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Application

The electronic SiemecaTM heat cost allocator WHE5.. is designed for distributed
usage and it is used if the heating costs must be allocated to several consumers
based on the actual consumption. Values are measured through one (radiator) or
two (radiator and room air temperature) temperature sensors. The 2-sensor mode
determines the actual temperature difference between the ambient temperature
and the radiator temperature, while a constant value for ambient temperature is
specified in case of 1-sensor mode.
These measured values are used as the basis for the consumption calculation. The
main area of application is in central heating systems where the heating energy is
used individually by different consumers.
The electronic heat cost allocator can be operated as a 1-sensor measuring
system or 2-sensor measuring system with product and unit scale.
Such systems are used in e.g.:
• Apartment buildings
• Offices and administration buildings

Typical users are:

• Meter reading service companies
• Housing industry and housing associations
• Building service companies and property management

The heat cost allocator can be used for the following types of radiator:
• Ribbed radiators
• Tubular radiators
• Panel-type radiators with horizontal and vertical water flow
• Radiators with internal tube register
• Convectors

Compatibility: The electronic heat cost allocators WHE5.. are replacing the heat cost allocators
WHE3.. and WHE4.. The existing heat conductors of the WHE3.. and WHE4..
device families can be re-used for the WHE5.. devices.
Note: The WHE2.. can NOT be replaced by the WHE5.., since both the measuring
algorithm and the radio transmitter fitted in the heat cost allocator (with WHE26)
are not compatible.

1-sensor and 2-sensor A joint use of different metering device types is only allowed within a property as
metering system long as they all use a standard metering system and have a standard measuring
algorithm.
Two sensor heat cost allocators can be operated in one sensor as well as in two
sensor mode.

Restrictions Electronic heat cost allocators cannot be used with steam heaters, fresh-air
radiators, underfloor heating, ceiling heating elements or flap-controlled radiators.
In the case of combined valve and flap-controlled radiators, measuring devices
may only be installed if the flap control unit has been removed or disabled in the
“open” position.
Convectors that can change their output through an electric blower and towel
heaters with an electric heating cartridge must not be fitted with electronic heat
cost allocators unless the respective electric system has been removed or
disabled.

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Functions

Depending on the type of communication, the heat cost allocators are divided into:
- without communication interface
- with optical communication interface
- with radio interface

Without communication Heat cost allocators without communication interface WHE50.. must be read
interface visually at the site and the measuring results must be manually recorded. They are
especially suited for tasks or systems that do not require complex data evaluations
or particularly fast readout processes.

With optical Heat cost allocators with an optical close-range interface WHE57.. must be read at
communication interface the site. The respective device data can be read semi-automatic by using an IrDA
readout head.

Readout parameter The following parameters will be read via the optical close-range interface of the
WHE57.. :
• Current meter status
• Last due date
• Meter status on last due date
• Meter status on second to last due date
• Next due date
• Maximum temperature
- Date
- Upper temperature limit
- Duration of upper deviations
• Minimum temperature
- Date
- Lower temperature limit
- Duration of lower deviations
• Statistical values
• General device data:
- Serial number
- Device type
- Installation type
- Software version
- Medium
- Date of commissioning
- Remaining battery service life
- Device date
- Error date/error code
• Device information (customer specific settings)
- Metering device algorithm
- Operating mode
- Sensor type
- Evaluation factors KCHF / KC2F / KQ
- Summer counting behaviour
- Continuous counting (without zeroing)
- Display battery warning
- Start display as plain text
- Display meter readings in case of errors
- Date device was opened
- Device name

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With radio interface Heat cost allocators that can communicate through radio technology are divided
into:
- walk-by WHE55..
- AMR WHE56..

Walk-by The WHE55.. heat cost allocators are locally read through radio technology. The
meters transmit consumption data at the set reading time. The meter-reader
collects the radio telegrams with the mobile data collector (WTZ.MB) and a netbook
with associated software. The meter-reader does not have to enter the user’s
residence or office.
In the case of smaller systems, the data can usually be received by the meter-reader
outside the building.

AMR The WHE56.. heat cost allocators are read through radio technology.
The metering devices transmit the current consumption data in cycles to the
network nodes. They automatically collect the data of all integrated heat cost
allocators and store them. All consumption data of the system can be read
remotely by the customer.

Readout parameter The following parameters are transmitted via radio by the heat cost allocators
WHE55.. / WHE56..:
• Device number (8-digits)
• Device type/software version
• Time/date
• Error status
• Error date
• Current consumption
• Due date
• Due date value
• Counter reading at end of last month
• 15 monthly values (only for walk-by)

Manipulation The heat cost allocator is equipped with a factory installed lead seal.
An unauthorized device opening is registered, shown on the display of the heat
cost allocator and transmitted via radio (WHE55.. / WHE56..).

Function control The heat cost allocator performs a self-test every 4 minutes. An error message “Err
x” will be displayed if the error lasts for five consecutive measuring cycles (20
minutes).
After the error has been registered and shown on the display, the measuring device
stops the measuring operation. The data of the error occurrence is stored internally.

Type summary

The following types are available:

Options Stock No. Product No.
WHE without 1-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F100 WHE501-D29
communication interface Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F101 WHE502-D10
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 08/31,
Due date 12/31
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F102 WHE502-D29
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30

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 Options Stock No. Product No.
WHE with radio interface 1-sensor, Due date 12/31, type of readout: S55562-F103 WHE551-0000
walk-by Annual
1-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F104 WHE551-D291
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30, type of readout: Monthly
2-sensor, Due date 12/31, type of readout: S55562-F105 WHE552-0000
Annual
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F106 WHE552-D100
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 08/31,
Due date 12/31, type of readout: Annual
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F107 WHE552-D291
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30, type of readout: Monthly
WHE with radio interface 1-sensor, Due date 12/31 S55562-F108 WHE561-000
AMR
1-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F109 WHE561-D29
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30
2-sensor, Due date 12/31 S55562-F110 WHE562-000
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F111 WHE562-D10
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 08/31,
Due date 12/31
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F112 WHE562-D29
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30
WHE with optical close 1-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F113 WHE571-D29
range interface Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30
2-sensor, battery warning On, S55562-F114 WHE572-D29
Summer switch-off between 06/01 and 09/30,
Due date 09/30
Component Stock No. Product No.
Attachment parts Threaded hoop (pipe 18 to 30 mm) JXF:FKT0014 FKT0014
Threaded hoop (pipe up to 17 mm) JXF:FKT0004 FKT0004
Shank nut M3 x 3 JXF:FNM0002 FNM0002
Shank nut M3 x 6 JXF:FNM0003 FNM0003
Shank nut M3 x 9.5 JXF:FNM0001 FNM0001
Clamping sleeve special radiator JXF:FKM0002 FKM0002
Clamping bracket (pipes TE 36 mm) JXF:FKT0015 FKT0015
Clamping bracket (pipes TE 46 mm) JXF:FKT0016 FKT0016
Clamping bracket shortened JXF:FKT0009 FKT0009
Clamping bracket trapezoidal 35 mm JXF:FKT0018 FKT0018
Clamping bracket trapezoidal 50 mm JXF:FKT0019 FKT0019
Clamping bracket trapezoidal 65 mm JXF:FKT0020 FKT0020
Expanding bracket for lamella-type radiator JXF:FKA0004 FKA0004
Square bolt 4.5 mm with cross pin JXF:BOZ4002 BOZ4002
Square bolt 6 mm with cross pin JXF:BOZ4003 BOZ4003
Square bolt 12 mm with cross pin JXF:BOZ4004 BOZ4004

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 Component Stock No. Product No.
Installation parts Spacer sleeve JXF:FKT0010 FKT0010
Spacer JXF:FKA0013 FKA0013
Threaded bushing JXF:FKA0012 FKA0012
Clamping piece (threaded hoop 17 mm) JXF:FKA0003 FKA0003
Clamping piece (threaded hoop 18 to 30 mm) JXF:FKA0008 FKA0008
Installation plate for remote sensor JXF:FKA0009 FKA0009
Mounting plate standard S55563-F115 FKA0017
Mounting plate wide JXF:FKA0022 FKA0022
Safety cap for sensor housing JXF:FKK0045 FKK0045
Sensor housing JXF:FKK0029 FKK0029
Wall bracket JXF:FKK0044 FKK0044
Contact screw JXF:FKA0010 FKA0010
Contact screw long JXF:FKA0011 FKA0011
Standard parts Self-tapping screw B 2.9 x 13 JXF:FNR0008 FNR0008
Screw B 3.9 x 45 JXF:FNR0007 FNR0007
Cross-slot screw M4 x 30 JXF:FNR0003 FNR0003
Cross-slot screw M4 x 40 JXF:FNR0004 FNR0004
Cross-slot screw M4 x 50 JXF:FNR0005 FNR0005
Cross-slot screw M4 x 70 JXF:FNR0006 FNR0006
Welding stud M3 x 8 JXF:FKT0013 FKT0013
Welding stud M3 x 12 JXF:FKT0011 FKT0011
Welding stud M3 x 15 JXF:FKT0012 FKT0012
Hexagon nut M4 JXF:FNM0004 FNM0004
Self-locking nut with serrated bearing M3 JXF:FNM0005 FNM0005
Other accessories Dowel 6 mm JXF:FNU0001 FNU0001
Remote sensor 1.5 m JXF:BBV4003 BBV4003
Remote sensor 2.5 m JXF:BBV4004 BBV4004
Remote sensor 5.0 m JXF:BBV4005 BBV4005
Lead seal blue JXF:FKK0041 FKK0041
Cable duct white JXF:FOZ0001 FOZ0001
Snap-on panel JXF:FKK0034 FKK0034
Installation template JXF:HCAIP00 HCAIP001001
1001
Programming adapter JXF:HCAPH00 HCAPH001001
1001
Infrared read head with USB interface JXF:WFZ.IRD WFZ.IRDA-USB
A-USB
ERGO universal instant glue 3g JXF:FSS0007 FSS0007
Installation aid (convector) JXF:FKT0017 FKT0017

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Ordering

Quantity, name, type and stock number must be listed when ordering

Scope of delivery The heat cost allocator is delivered in packages of 50 units (1 packaging unit).

Note The heat cost allocators are delivered without instructions and without heat conductor.

Order numbers Type Part number Designation

WHE5.. see type designation in the Electronic heat cost allocator
type overview

System manual The system manual is available in the following languages:

 German CE2M2886de
 English CE2M2886en

Device combinations

The heat cost allocators WHE55.. / WHE56.., which communicates via radio, can
be used with the following components in a system:

Device designation Type Documentation

Network node WTT16.. N2874
WTX16..
Network node with Gateway WTX16.GSM N2878
WTX16.IP
WTX16.MOD
Operating software network node ACT26 J2870
The mobile data collector set WTZ.MBSET-2/PC N2885
Readout software mobile data collector ACT46 N2885
M-Bus central unit OZW10 N5362
M-Bus level converter WZC-P60 N5382
M-Bus level converter WZC-S250 N5364
M-Bus level converter WZC-P250 N5365
M-Bus repeater WZC-R250 N5366
Operating software M-Bus central unit ACS790 N5649

Technology

Measuring principle The heat cost allocator is delivered as a one sensor or two sensor device. The
following valuation factors are programmed when the units are delivered:
KcHF = 1.28 Kc = 2.50 KQ = 1000 Exp. = 1.15
If the heat cost allocator does not work with a product scale, then the consumption
value (VW) must be calculated before billing based on the readout value (AW) and
the radiator specific K-values (Kc, KcHF und KQ).

One sensor device VW = 7.529 * 10-4 * AW * KQ * KcHF1,15

Two sensor device VW = 3.486 * 10-4 * AW * KQ * Kc1.15
The respective KC values can be determined by using the KC value database.

Standard parameters The following is programmed when the device leaves the factory:
• Zeroing after the due date: yes
• Counting progress even after a device opening was identified

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 • Opening display as plain text: yes
• The conversion of the consumption values is not performed if the device parameters
are changed

The following parameters can be programmed:

• Sensor type
1-sensor or 2-sensor metering system
• KC / KQ
Valuation factors for the calculation of the heat output of a radiator (depending
on the measuring device algorithm and the sensor type)
• Next due date
Day the annual value is stored
• Device name/device password
Device access data to prevent unauthorized device access

Special functions • Continuous counting (without zeroing)

The meter status is not "zeroed" at the due date, it continues to count like a
roller type counter. As a default, this option is set to “no” (counter reading will be
reset to “0” at the due date).
• Display battery warning
The heat cost allocator has service life monitoring. An optical message “bat00” is
shown on the display if the battery service life has expired.
• Display meter readings in case of errors
The units accumulated until the heat cost allocator fails will be displayed on the
heat cost allocator as a counter reading.
As a default, this option is set to “no”, i.e. the display of the heat cost allocator
shows “-----“ if the consumption values are not feasible for a billing due to an
error in the device.
• Start display as plain text
An identified device opening will be displayed as “c OPEn” alternating with the
current value or the value of the previous year (old value) as a plain text
message on the display of the heat cost allocator.
If this option is set to “no”, then an identified device opening can be identified by
the display of the icon “c” in all displays (discrete display).
• Summer switch-off
The summer switch-off is activated by programming one date each for the start and
the end of the summer switch-off. If the summer switch-off is active, then no
consumption values will be recorded by the heat cost allocator for this time.

walk-by • Radio system

Reprogramming for use in the AMR system (not reversible)
Walk-by => AMR
AMR => Walk-by
• Type of readout
- Annual = 48 readout days once per year after the due date
- Monthly = 4 readout days after the first day of each month
• Transmission period
Setting of the time for the start or the end of the transmission of radio telegrams.
The daily transmission period of the device is specified for 10 hours (default =
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CET).
• Transmission delay (offset)
Time delay of the transmission of telegrams after the due date or the start of the
month in days (default = 0 days).

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 • Transmission-free days
A maximum of 2 week days – selected from Friday, Saturday and Sunday - can be
defined as transmission-free days. At least 1 weekday must be set:
- Annual = Sunday
- Monthly = Saturday & Sunday
Display

Meter type Device states, consumption values and measuring system information are
displayed on the LCD in a display loop
Display loops normal
mode Current consumption 2S

Display test: 0.5 S

Everything on

Display test: 0.5 S

Everything off

Due date 2S
e.g. December 31

Due date value 5S

(flashing)

Checksum 2S

kQ value 1S
corresponds to the rated
radiator capacity in W These display steps only
become visible if the
KC value 1S WHE5.. has been given
Evaluation factor which takes
thermal connection of the a product scale.
temperature sensors into
account

Variable display 1S * see overview variable

X X Y Z displays

Sleep mode The meters are delivered from the factory in sleep mode. Measuring operation is
inactive.
Display loops sleep
mode Sleep mode 2S
Measuring operation
inactive

Due date 2S
e.g. December 31

Variable display 2S * see overview variable

X X Y Z displays

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Overview
“FA“ = Code for the AMR radio system
variable displays X X
“FB” = Code for the walk-by radio system
“AL” = Algorithm, no radio system available

“3” = Code for the WHE3x algorithm

Y
“4” = Code for the WHE4x algorithm

“1” = Code for the 1-sensor measuring system

Z
“2” = Code for the 2-sensor measuring system
"S" = Sensor

Special displays
Error messages 0.5 S alt.

"Err 1" appears permanently. All other error

messages are displayed in quick succession
alternating with consumption values.

Consumption display suppressed 0.5 S alt.

Is displayed in the event of an error in place of

the invalid consumption values, depending on
programming.

End of battery run time 0.5 S alt.

Is displayed after the end of service life,

alternating with the consumption values,
depending on programming.

Manipulation or housing opening 0.5 S

Is displayed in the event of manipulation either
as plain text alternating with the consumption Plain text
values or by the indicator "c" shown discreetly
on all displays, depending on programming.
0,5 S
Example: Display “current value” with “c”.
Discreet

Data interface 10 S
(Close range interface)
This display signalises an active close-range
interface.

Radio system activated (AMR/walk-by) 30 S

The transmission of installation telegrams is
indicated in this display.
Display sequence: InSt8, InSt7, ... InSt1

Commissioning 3S
This display appears following clipping to the
mounting plate. Then the display changes to the
normal mode display loop.

Remote sensor identification 3S

The meter has detected a remote sensor and
adjusts its measuring behaviour accordingly.

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Note about project planning and operation

• The heat cost allocator is designed for on-wall mounting.

• Place the heat cost allocator in accordance with the system manual.
• Adherence to the permissible ambient temperature conditions is required.
• The heat cost allocators must not be subjected to dripping water.

Note Information about project planning and the installation of heat cost allocators can
be found in the system manual.

Installation Depending on the radiator, the heat cost allocators must be mounted using the
respective installation materials.

Maintenance The heat cost allocators are free of maintenance.

Disposal The heat cost allocators and the different partner devices are – with respect to
disposal - old electronics devices in accordance with the European directive
2002/96/EU (WEE) and must not be disposed as household garbage. Adherence
to the respective domestic, legal regulations is required and the devices must be
disposed through the specified channels. Adherence to the local, currently valid
laws is required. Used batteries must be disposed through the specified collection
points.

Warranty service

The user related technical data are only guaranteed together with the products
mentioned in this data sheet.
The functionality must be guaranteed by the user if the heat cost allocators
are operated with external devices that are not explicitly mentioned. In this
case, Siemens does not provide any services or warranty services.

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Technical data

Supply Battery type 3V lithium battery

Battery service life typ. 10 years

Radio Radio frequency 868 MHz with 1 % duty cycle

Transmission power 0 dBm 1 (typ. 3 dBm)
Radio protocol Wireless M-Bus acc. to EN13757-4
Measuring principle 1-sensor or 2-sensor
Application area 2:
1-sensor WHE3x algorithm Tmin,m = 55°C, Tmax,m = 90°C
1-sensor WHE4x algorithm tmin,m = 55 °C, tmax,m = 105 °C
2-sensor WHE3x algorithm
Standard scale: tmin,m = 48 °C, tmax,m = 105 °C
Scaled: tmin,m = 35 °C, tmax,m = 105 °C
2-sensor WHE4x algorithm tmin,m = 35 °C, tmax,m = 105 °C
Start of metering: (tZ refers to the temperature of heating medium determined)
1-sensor devices tZ ≥ 30 °C (at tL = 20 °C) non-evaluated
tZ ≥ 28 °C (at tL = 20 °C) evaluated
2-sensor devices t z - tL ≤ 5 K
Protection data Protection class III acc. to EN61140
Protective rating for housing IP32 acc. to EN60529
Ambient conditions Operation Transport Storage
EN 60721-3-3 EN 60721-3-2 EN 60721-3-1
Climatic conditions 3K4 2K3 1K3
Temperature 5...70 °C -25...70 °C -5..0.45 ℃
Humidity <95% rel. hum.
Mechanical conditions 3M2 2M2 1M2
Maximum altitude no data

1
In connection with an AMR network node, a horizontal transmission range of app. 15 m
and a vertical transmission range of app. storey up or down can be achieved in a typical
building. The PC radio module (WTZ.RM) is available for the exact transmission range
determination.The transmission range information has only informative value and does not
establish guaranteed system parameters.
2
Definitions according to DIN EN 834
tmin,m Lowest mean design heating medium temperature at which the heat cost allocator
may be used. With single-tube heating systems this is the mean design heating
medium temperature of the last radiator in the strand.
tmax,m Highest mean design heating medium temperature at which the heat cost allocator
may be used.
tZ Mean heating medium temperature of the radiator at which the counter of the heat
cost allocator starts up
tL Reference air temperature
tm Mean heating medium temperature

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Norms and standards - Conformity according to
EMC guideline - Interference resistance, 2004/108/EC
emissions EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3
Low-voltage guideline - Electrical safety 2006/95/EC
EN 60950-1
RTTE (Radio & Telecom. Equipment) 1999/5/EC
- Radio communication EN 300220-2
Heat cost allocator for acquiring consumption DIN EN 834
data for room heating
Environmental Product environment declaration CE1E2886en ISO 14001 (environment)
compatibility contains data about environmentally friendly product ISO 9001 (quality)
design and evaluation (RoHS conformity, substances GL 2002/95/EC (RoHS)
used, packaging, environmental benefits, disposal) Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 (REACH)
See online catalog
Dimensions (W x H x D): 40 x 102 x 31 mm
Sensor cable length 2.5 m
Weight Device packed with attachments 58 g
Material Housing material PC-ABS
Housing colours RAL 9016 Traffic White

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Dimensional drawings

Dimensions in mm

102

31

40

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