Battic Door Energy Conservation Products HV1000R50 Installation Guide
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1. 14 1 2 x 22 1 2 This will allow for the grille to cover the exposed edges The suggested method for making the proper sized hole in the ceiling is cut a pilot hole under where the fan will be installed Figure 2 From above using a saw cut along the inside edge of the framework removing the ceiling panel and any strapping within the frame Do not damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities 3 Install a foam weather stripping or other flexible material not supplied on the top of the joists and added framing This gasket will serve to seal between the housing and the framing as well as dampen vibrations Check the joint between the ceiling and the 2x stock Some types of ceil ings are spaced away from the joists Any gap between the 2x s and the ceiling should be sealed prior to final installation Figure 3 Use a low expansion spray foam sealant not supplied 4 Set the HV on the gasket with the doors facing to open into the attic The lower housing will fit into the box with the mounting flanges over lapping the joists Figure 4 The HV should not be forced into this opening Forcing it into place may cause the doors to bind and not function properly 5 If desired secure the HV to the top of the joists using the 8x3 4 screws provided When fastening the mounting flange to the joists care should be taken that all screws are tightened evenly to avoid the door hinges binding DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 6 Wire the HV as shown i2. HV Series HVM 13 WHOLE HOUSE VEN TILAT ORS PRODUCT MANUAL amp INSTALLATION GUIDE g a Serial Number Date of Purchase Point of Purchase The serial number is located on the shipping carton and on a label affixed to the upper housing HV1000 Unpacking your HV When you have unpacked your HV carefully you will find the following HV1000 amp HV1000 R50 HV1600 amp HV1G00 RS50 One 1 HV1000 Whole House Ventilator One 1 HV1600 Whole House Ventilator One 1 White Metal Grille w 6 Screws One 1 White Metal Grille w 6 Screws One 1 Electrical Box Cover w 2 Screws Four 4 8x3 4 Screws Four 4 8x3 4 Screws One 1 Hand Held Remote Transmitter One 1 Grounding Screw green The Best Location for your HV The HV should be installed in your attic in a central location within your home Above a central hallway or at the top of a stairwell will provide the best airflow The fan can be mounted vertically gt Make sure that there aren t any pipes wires rafters air conditioning or heating ducts running through the space where the HV will be installed and that the doors will open into an unoccupied area gt Make sure that you have adequate exhaust area out of your attic This can be accomplished with a combination of roof ridge or gable end vents The HV1000 requires a minimum of 3 square feet and the HV1600 requires a minimum of 5 square feet of attic exhaust area gt Make sure that there is a minimum of 12 c
3. ITH THE INSTRUCTIONS THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PROBLEMS RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN OR CAUSED BY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT FURNACES SOLARIA ETC FROM REPAIRS OR MODIFICATIONS ATTEMPTED BY PERSONS OTHER THAN TAMARACK TECHNOLOGIES INC FROM ABUSE ACCIDENTAL OR SHIPPING DAMAGE OR ACTS OF GOD THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO THE PRODUCT USED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES ITS TERRITORIAL POSSESSIONS AND CANADA EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IS GIVEN OR AUTHORIZED BY TAMARACK TECHNOLOGIES INC AND ALL OTHER SUCH WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED ANY WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY HERE UNDER MOREOVER ANY LIABILITY OF TAMARACK TECHNOLOGIES INC FOR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE REPLACEMENT VALUE OF THE PRODUCT IN NO EVENT SHALL TAMARACK TECHNOLOGIES INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY CONSEQUEN TIAL PROPERTY OR COMMERCIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF THE CAUSE THEREOF OCCURRING EITHER DURING OR AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY DAMAGES TO ANY PART OF A BUILDING OR ITS CONTENTS NOTE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STA
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5. during operation while fan is sitting on top of joists If opens installation Framing opening may the fan operates enlarge the opening and be too small return the fan to installed position Off Both Closed Stop Door motor gears or switch may Remove fan from between joists and test One opens then have been stressed during operation while fan is sitting on top of joists If closes installation Framing opening may the fan operates enlarge the opening and If the lift arm becomes detached from the door bracket it can easily be re attached Inspect the pin for damage and replace if necessary Cycle the whole house fan until the doors are in the open position Support the door and push the lift arm over the tapered end of the pin LIMITED WARRANTY f within the period of three years from the date of purchase the HV 1000 or HV 1600 the Product is defective or malfunctions in normal home use Tamarack Technologies Inc will repair or replace the Product at its discretion Customer is responsible for shipping charges NOTE Some states codes require fans to be hardwired Hardwiring of the HV1600 will not void warranty provided the wiring is performed by a licensed electrician CONDITIONS EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS This Warranty is subject to the following conditions exclusions and limitations THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PROBLEMS RESULTING FROM INSTALLATION OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE THAT HAS BEEN UNDERTAKEN OTHER THAN IN ACCORDANCE W
6. learance above the fan for the doors to open Another 12 above the open doors will be needed to prevent a back pressure on the fans gt If your home has an engineered roofing system care should be taken that the HV will fit within the truss layout 22 1 2 i lt lt 20 1 2 R50 3 R50 4 6 3 4 61 4 R50 n 12 3 R50 2 3 4 gt Mounting Pa Flange Y A i aah lt 22 1 4 oe 2 3 4 Lower fai 114 gt Housing READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WN Use this unit in the manner intended by the manufacturer If you have any questions contact the manufacturer WN Before servicing or cleaning unit switch power off at service panel and lock service panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally When the service disconnecting cannot be locked securely fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel N When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling do not damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities N Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower N Do not use this fan over a tub or shower NM Do not use this fan over cooking appliances NM WARNING To Reduce The Risk of Fire or Electric Shock Do Not Use This Fan With Any Solid State Speed Control Device CAUTION For General Ventilation Use Only Do Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosi
7. n the Wiring section of this manual It is recommended that the wiring of the HV be done by a licensed electrician 7 Check the HV for proper operation Turn the unit on and allow 30 seconds for the doors to fully cycle open and the fans to start DO NOT FORCE THE DOORS OPEN 8 Install the grille 6 screws included on the ceiling below the fan Figure 5 TIP Some owners find the installation has a more finished look when the inside of the blocking has been painted before the unit is installed and the grille is put in place Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 HV1000 shown Figure 5 Specifications R Value HV1000 amp HV1600 HV1000 R50 amp HV1600 R50 HV1600 High Weight HV1600 Low Airflow 03 System Sy Rough Opening 14 x 22 4 HV1600 High le hah aaah 15 x 25 HV1600 Low Wiring Important Wiring the HV is different than a normal ON OFF fan Because the doors are motorized they need power to open and power to close The HV requires a constant source of power The fan operation is controlled internally Please follow the instructions carefully WARNINGS State and local electrical codes may require that the HV be installed by a licensed electrician Check with your local code officials before installing The HV fans are not for use with solid state controls Be sure to turn off power before wiring the HV Whole House Fan HV1000 Hardwire for power and control control not i
8. ncluded HV1600 Optional wiring for fan operation control not included SPST switch shown or non digital spring wound timer Hardwiring the unit to controls using the YELLOW BLACK and LO HI BLUE wires will allow for addi SPST Switch tional manual operation Use of On no controls will override remote con trol functions Recommended Black controls are SPST switches and or non digital spring wound timers Use of other controls will void the warranty HV Utility Box Yellow Loa o For optional remote control capability order Tamaracks HVRC Remote Kit The line cord must remain plugged into a constant HOT outlet Operating your HV Important Be sure at least one window is open when the fan is operating HV1000 The HV1000 is operated by a SPST switch or a non digital spring wound timer not included installed per the wiring instructions An optional remote control kit is available Part TTi HVRC The remote transmitter has a single button One press and the HV1000 will start A second press will stop the HV1000 HV1600 The HV1600 is controlled by the hand held remote transmitter The transmitter has two buttons ON OFF and LO HI LO HI controls the speed of the fan See the Wiring section of this manual for further details Care All the motors in the HV are permanently sealed and do not require oiling To keep dirt dust and debris from the fans we recommend that you periodically remove the grille from within the li
9. ve Materials And Vapors CAUTION This unit has an unguarded impeller Do Not Use in Locations Readily Accessible to People or Animals f Z Tamarack a B 320 Main Street e Buzzards Bay MA 02532 Ventilation Solutions www tamtech com 508 759 4660 800 222 5932 Fax 508 759 6001 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK 4 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Installation Tools and supplies needed Not Included You will need the following items two pieces of 2x stock to match your existing fram ing a saw to cut the hole in the ceiling a hammer or screw gun to attach the blocking to the existing joists a phillips head screw driver to attach the grille weather strip material and low expansion spray foam sealant For the HV1000 a single pole sin gle throw SPST wall switch will be needed 1 The fan housing will fit either 16 or 24 on center framing Cut two pieces of 2x stock 2 x 6 or 2 x 8 etc of the same dimension as the existing joists Add these pieces of framing to form a box between the joists Figure 1 TIP When the HV is to be installed in a hallway or other location with low ceilings some homeowners find that building a box out of 2 x 10s or similar material will raise the HV to a position where the sound level will be reduced but the efficiency of the fans will not be diminished This box should not exceed 12 inches in height 2 Cut a hole in the ceiling under where the HV will be installed The hole should be no larger than
10. ving space and dust the fan blades Please remember to make sure that the fan is OFF before dusting the fan blades Troubleshooting HV1000 The most common problem with the HV1000 is caused by incorrect wiring Before you check anything else make sure WHITE wire in HV1000 is connected to 115 VAC Line Neutral RED wire in HV1000 is connected to 115 VAC Line Hot Constant Hot Feed BLACK wire in HV1000 is connected to a switch that will make it hot when the switch is closed HV1600 If the wireless remote fails to activate the fan the battery may need replacing The transmitter uses 2 CR2016 batteries Remove the back plate from the transmitter and remove the battery Following the markings replace the battery Secure the back plate to the transmitter Switch Doors Fans__ _ Possible Cause Do Not Open Do Not Run Check connections and circuit breakers On Do Not Open Do Not Run No constant power on Red Check wiring connections There must be audible click constant power on the red wire Do Not Close Stop RED and BLACK are connected Check wiring connections Connections at the together fan must be made individually Both Open One Fan Runs Something blocking fan rotation Turn the power off and check for foreign matter blocking blade rotation be too small return the fan to installed position On Both Open One One Fan Runs Door motor gears or switch may Remove fan from between joists and test closes then have been stressed
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