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Broan ERV90HCS Air Cleaner User Manual

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2. To avoid cross contamination and achieve the highest efficiencies the Automatic fresh air bypass part 15391 must be installed If not the forced air system blower must always be ON NOTE Home with multiple forced air systems should have one unit on each system VH0057 2 TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS CONT D 2 4 INSTALLATION FOR ERV UNITS ONLY 2 4 1 GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION The ERV units are created to meet specific requirements related to geographical locations Take a look at the map below the shaded area shows the limits where the ERV unit can be installed However there is no geographical limitation for installing an HRV unit ELLOWKNIFE m WHITEHORSE RIVER aFORT SMITH ORT MCMURRAY QE PRAIRIE BERT 2d 2 ALT DAES ud HELENA 4 SA y S ST SALT LAKE CITY R SANTA VN0006 NOTE The unit is designed to assist the management of humidity introduced into the home During cooling season in extreme humidity conditions the use of additional dehumidification unit may be required to quickly remove all excess moisture During heating season in extreme dryness conditions the use of a humidifier may be required if the indoor air is still too dry 2 4 2 UNITS ATTIC INSTALLATION All 3 types of installations can be used in the a
3. CAUTION The exterior backplate must be installed with the word TOP pointing upward 3 Using 4 8 x 1 screws mount the the exterior backplate to the exterior wall Seal the outline with caulking VD0086 4 Snap the assembled exterior hood on its backplate and secure with 2 provided screws 8 244 long VD0087 15 3 INSTALLATION CONT D 3 9 INSTALLING 2 EXTERIOR Hoops Choose an appropriate location to install the exterior hoods There must be a minimum distance of 6 feet 1 8 m between the hoods to avoid cross contamination There must be a minimum distance of 18 inches 457 mm from the ground Make sure the intake hood is at least 6 feet 1 8 m away from the following Dryer exhaust high efficiency furnace vent central vacuum vent Gas meter exhaust gas barbecue grill Any exhaust from a combustion source Garbage bin and any other sources of contamination Refer to figure below for connecting insulated ducts to the exterior hoods An Anti gust intake hood should be installed in regions where a lot of snow is expected to fall e o EXHAUST HOOD 152 se f OPTIONAL DUCT LOCATION VD0028 16 4 CONTROLS 4 1 INTEGRATED CONTROL All units are equipped with an integrated control located under the unit in front of the electrical compartment Use the push button 1 to control the unit L
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5. 10 187 52 110 187 58 122 205 a S ea s m ou 50 2 50 106 180 50 106 180 55 16 198 t 0 32 44 93 157 75 3 48 101 173 48 102 173 53 113 191 39 55 0 04 100 4 45 96 162 46 97 166 50 107 180 25 13 30 63 108 110 55 81 0 08 125 D 43 92 155 43 92 155 49 103 173 150 6 41 87 148 41 87 148 45 96 162 COOLING TOTAL 175 7 38 81 137 38 81 137 43 91 155 ot tested 200 8 35 75 126 36 76 130 40 85 144 NOTE ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 1 4 2 ERV UNITS Ventilation Performance Energy Performance EXT STATIC NET SUPPLY GROSS AIR FLOW SUPPLY POWER SENSIBLE TEMPERATURE NET AIR FLOW CONSUMEDRECOVERY SENSIBLE MOISTURE PRESSURE AIR FLOW SUPPLY EXHAUST c Us E mih WATTS ECNBESY RANGER Pa 0 1 5 m h 1 5 mh 1 5 cfm HEATING 25 1 55 16 197 5 119 202 5 125 212 70 6 8 050 50 2 53 13 192 55 116 197 57 121 206 0 32 30 64 108 6 65 77 0 54 75 3 50 107 182 52 Mi 189 54 151 195 100 4 49 104 177 50 107 182 53 112 190 25 13 30 64 108 102 56 78 0 50 125 15 46 98 166 48 101 172 50 105 178 150 8 44 94 160 46 97 165 47 100 170 COOLING TOTAL RECOVERY EFFICIENCY 175 7 4 88 150 43 91 155 45 95 161 85 200 8 39 82 13
6. A on its sticker label must be pointing towards the unit motors 8 Reinstall both foam filters and secure them to the core by pulling down the 2 foam fil ter brackets Reinstall the door 9 Close the door and plug the unit NOTE The unit will return to its previous setting after a 30 second delay for boot sequence 9 2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Do the same operations as the Semi Annual Maintenance Section 9 1 Then clean the exterior hood s 24 10 5 VL0019 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER OvaL PORT FITS 5 DIAMETER DUCTS 16040 2 DOOR LATCH WITH SCREWS 16035 3 OvAL PORT WITH INTEGRATED BALANCING DAMPER 16041 4 amp WHEEL ASS Y MOTOR CAPACITOR INCLUDED 16024 16042 16027 ELECTRONIC BOARD 16038 ERV FOAM FILTER 16031 CORE WITH 2 FILTERS 16037 DRAIN CONNECTOR KIT 03203 Door AsS Y 16096 HRV CORE WITH 2 FILTERS 16044 HRV FOAM FILTER 16032 MOTORIZED DAMPER PORT ASS Y 16029 TRANSFORMER 16567 212 lt lt gt gt zz I SISI ININI NIN NIN gt gt N PLEASE CHECK CAPACITOR VALUE SHOWN ON CAPACITOR LABEL BEFORE ORDERING PART NOT SHOWN 25 11 TROUBLESHOOTING If the integrated control LED of the unit is flashing this means the unit sensors detec
7. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSON S OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING 1 Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer If you have questions contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number listed in the warranty Before servicing or cleaning the unit disconnect power cord from electrical outlet This unit is not designed to provide combustion and or dilution air for fuel burning appliances When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities Do not use this unit with any solid state speed control device other than main optional wall control VT4W and no other optional auxiliary wall controls than 60 minute crank timer and or 20 minute lighted push button and or Humidity Control 6 This unit must be grounded The power supply cord has a 3 prong grounding plug for your personal safety It must be plugged into a mating 3 prong grounding receptacle grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and ordinances Do not remove the ground prong Do not use an extension cord 7 Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any appliances 8 Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors 9m RON CAUTION To avoid prematurate clogged filters turn OFF the unit during construction or renovation Please read specification label on product for further information and requirements B
8. from 10 to 60 minutes VC0084 4 4 3 HUMIDITY CONTROL Setting during the fall winter and spring months Adjust knob to the desired maximum humidity level Setting during summer Adjust knob to the OFF positon CAUTION Do not select a humidity level below 30 This could lead to excessive dryness in the air BRSAN causing discomfort for the occupants 0085 5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION THE FURNACE A WARNING Never connect a 120 volt AC circuit to the terminals of the furnace interlock standard wiring Only use the low voltage class 2 circuit of the furnace blower control For a furnace connected to a cooling system On some older thermostats energizing the R and G terminals at the furnace has the effect of energizing Y at the thermostat and thereby turning on the cooling system If you identify this type of thermostat you must use the ALTERNATE FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING STANDARD FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING THERMOSTAT TERMINALS FOUR WIRES TWO WIRES a heating only lt 5 2 E gt 5 5 D 5 Ese 5 8 TERMINAL BLOCK 24 VOLT TYOMIRES COOLING SYSTEM 0108 ALTERNATE FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING THERMOSTAT 4WIRES TERMINAL 2 WIRES heating only 2 wirin
9. ft However even if the stale air ducts and fresh air ducts lenghts are almost equal your local building codes may require balancing the unit If the unit does not need to be balanced shut all the pressure taps located on the unit door with the small plastic plugs included in the hardware kit 7 1 WHat YOU NEED TO BALANCE THE UNIT 7 2 PRELIMINARY STAGES TO BALANCE THE UNIT A magnehelic gauge capable of measuring O to 0 5 inch of water 0 to 125 Pa and 2 plastic tubes The balancing chart located on the unit door Seal all the unit ductwork with tape Close all windows and doors Turn off all exhaust devices such as range hood dryer and bathroom fans Make sure the integrated balancing dampers are fully open Turn the thumb screw A clockwise to manually open the dampers Both are located on the Exhaust air to outside port and on Fresh air to building port Make sure all filters are clean if it is not the first time you balance the unit Port with integrated balancing damper Top view 7 3 BALANCING PROCEDURE 1 Set the unit to high speed Make sure that the furnace air handler blower is ON if the installation is in any way connected to Balancing the ductwork of the cold air return If not leave furnace air handler blower OFF If the outside Chart temperature is below 0 C 32 F make sure the unit is not running in defrost while balancing By waiting 10 minutes after plugging the unit in you are assured that the
10. rigid ducts to the ports Use a small length of flexible duct to connect the rigid duct to the ports in order to avoid vibration transmissions Use tie wraps to perform connections 3 8 INSTALLING THE TANDEM TRANSITION Use the following procedure for connecting the insulated flexible ducts to the Tandem transition Exhaust air to outside and Fresh air from outside NOTE The joist opening needed to install the Tandem tansition must be 9 3 4 248 mm minimum Also the maximum height of the Tandem amp transition is 8 3 4 222 mm See transition end view beside If the joist are perpendicular to the ducts or if the connection to the exterior hood is in a limited area your installation will need two exterior hoods instead of one In this case do not use the Tandem transition kit See next Section 3 9 INSTALLING 2 ExrERIOR Hoops Patent pending 13 3 INSTALLATION CONT D 3 8 INSTALLING THE TANDEM TRANSITION KIT CONT D 3 8 1 CONNECTION TO TANDEM TRANSITION 1 For each duct pull back the insulation to expose the interior flexible duct 2 Connect the interior flexible duct to the smaller part of the Tandem transition 5 oval using a tie wrap 3 Pull the insulation over the joint Pull the vapor barrier over the insulation 4 Apply duct tape gently to the joint in order to make an airtight seal See figures below 1 EXHAUST AIR TO OUTSIDE DU
11. unit is not in a defrost cycle Place the magnehelic gauge on a level surface and adjust it to zero Connect tubing from gauge to EXHAUST air flow pressure taps see diagram beside Be sure to connect the tubes to their appropriate high low fittings If the gauge drops below Zero reverse the tubing connections NOTE It is suggested to start with the exhaust air flow reading because the exhaust has typically more restriction than the fresh air especially in cases of fully ducted installations or source point ventilation Place the magnehelic gauge upright and level Record equivalent AIR FLOW of the reading according to the balancing chart Move tubing to FRESH air flow pressure taps see diagram Adjust the fresh air balancing damper until the fresh air flow is approximately the same as the EXHAUST air flow If fresh air flow is less than exhaust air flow then go back and adjust the exhaust balancing damper to equal the fresh air flow Secure both dampers thumb screw in place with tape Write the required air flow information on a label and stick it near the unit for future reference date maximum speed air flows your name phone number and business address NOTE The unit is considered balanced even if there is a difference of 10 cfm or 5 1 6 or 17 m h between the two air flows 21 8 CONNECTING THE DRAIN HRV UNITS ONLY From the inner side of the unit door using the provided drain tube
12. 9 40 84 143 42 90 153 NOTE ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 1 TECHNICAL DATA 1 5 DIMENSIONS 1 5 1 DIMENSIONS FOR PORTS ON SIDES UNITS HRV 27 146 688 mm 4 102 mm 22946 574 mm 191 6 6 152 mm VK0055 ERV 27 1 688 mm 22 946 574 6 152 mm VK0057 1 5 2 DIMENSIONS FOR Ports ON UNITS HRV ERV 6 152 mm 4 102 mm 4 h d I 22 574 mm 23 34 603 mm VKO0058 VK0056 1 6 CONTROLS AND LINKAGE POSSIBILITY Main CONTROL AUXILIARY CONTROLS LINKAGE POSSIBILITY VTAW 20 MINUTE PUSH BUTTON TIMER AIR HANDLER INTERLOCK 60 MINUTE CRANK TIMER USED WITH FORCED AIR SYSTEM e HUMIDITY CONTROL 12 346 310 2 TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS Installations may vary according to the type of unit and the ports configuration top or sides Use the following illustrations as guidelines to help you decide on how the unit will be installed All the units should be hung from the joists In every case bathroom fans and a range hood should be used to exhaust stale air Also for homes with more than one level we recommend one exhaust register at the highest level There are 3 installation methods Fully ducted Central Draw Point and Simplified Installation NOTE An electrical outlet has to be available within 3
13. BROAN FRESH AIR SYSTEMS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS HRV90H AND ERV90HC Model no HRV90HT Model no HRV90HS HRV with ports on top HRV with ports on sides 0082 VB0081 Model no ERV90HCT Model no ERV90HCS ERV with ports on top ERV with ports on sides 0080 VB0079 RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 06010C 257110 1 8636 7 ABOUT THIS MANUAL Because of the large amount of models covered by this publication the illustrations are typical ones Some details of your unit may be slightly different than the ones shown Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information A WARNING Identifies an instruction which if not followed might cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death CAUTION Denotes an instruction which if not followed may severely damage the unit and or its components NOTE Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this manual and or the unit and we would appreciate hearing your comments on ways to better serve you Please contact us by phone at 1 800 558 1711 ABOUT THESE UNITS LIMITATION For residential domestic installation only This unit must be installed in accordance with all national and local regulations building codes and safety codes A
14. CT ON TOP VJ0023 VJ0024 3 8 2 ASSEMBLING DUAL EXTERIOR Exterior dual hood is coming in separate parts Using 2 8 x screws assemble the top metal screen and the plastic grille to the dual exterior hood Then slide the bottom metal screen to the dual exterior hood See illustration beside Patent pending 3 8 3 LOCATING THE DUAL EXTERIOR The dual exterior hood must be installed at a minimum distance of 18 inches 457 mm from the ground See illustration beside WARNING Make sure this hood is at least 3 feet 0 9 away from any of the following High efficiency furnace vent Any exhaust from a combustion source Gas meter exhaust gas barbecue grill Garbage bin and any other source of contamination 3 8 4 CONNECTING TANDEM TRANSITION TO THE DUAL EXTERIOR Hoop 1 Using a jig saw cut a 6 diameter hole in the exterior wall and insert the Tandem transition through this hole 1 Exhaust air to outside duct CAUTION The Tandem transition must be inserted in such a way that the Exhaust air to outside duct will be located on the top 14 3 INSTALLATION CONT D 3 8 INSTALLING THE TANDEM TRANSITION KIT CONT D 3 8 4 CONNECTING TANDEM TRANSITION TO THE DUAL EXTERIOR CONT D Xmas tree pin 2 Join the end of the Tandem transition to the rear of the exterior backplate Secure with 2 Xmas tree pins and seal properly with duct tape
15. ED 2 will then shows which mode the unit is in VD0182 Refer to table below to see how to operate the unit using its integrated control PRESS ON PUSH BUTTON LED RESULTS Unit 15 ON Low SPEED Unit 15 ON HIGH SPEED UNT is OFF If a problem occurs during the unit operation its integrated control LED 2 will blink The color of the blinking light depends on the type of error detected Refer to Section 11 Troubleshooting on last page for further details 4 1 1 Boor SEQUENCE The unit boot sequence is similar to a personnal computer boot sequence Each times the unit is plugged after being unplugged or after a power failure the unit will perform a 30 second booting sequence before starting to operate During the booting sequence the integrated control LED will light GREEN or AMBER for 5 seconds and then will shut off for 2 seconds After that the LED will light RED for the rest of the booting sequence During this RED light phase the unit is checking and resetting the motorized damper position Once the motorized damper position completely set the RED light turns off and the booting sequence is done NOTE No command will be taken until the unit is fully booted 4 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO OPTIONAL WALL CONTROLS For more convenience this unit can also be controlled using an optional main wall control NOTES 1 The integrated control must be turned OFF to use an optional main control 2
16. ED CONTROL cd puck date 17 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OPTIONAL WALL CONTROLS 17 18 VT4W OPTIONAL MAIN WALL CONTROL 18 OPTIONAL AUXILIARY WALL CONTROLS OPERATION 19 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE FURNACE 19 WIRING DIAGRAM use mex ERR REN RW d GR E ew Eorum 20 BALANCING TEE UNIT ri bc La cedet 22 CONNECTING THE DRAIN 21 MAINTENANCE ete set eda ries uarie ndn 23 24 BIANNUAL MAINTENANCE 0 23 24 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE 1215 eese tur eua Dae 24 SERVICE ARTS Tete ee eee mx rh E 25 225 ete eae ee a 26 1 TECHNICAL DATA 1 1 AIR DISTRIBUTION NORMAL OPERATION HRV EXHAUST AIR FROM BUILDING FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE FRESH AIR TO BUILDING EXHAUST AIR TO OUTSIDE VF0038 1 2 AIR DISTRIBUTION RECIRCULATION OR DEFROST MODE HRV EXHAUST AIR FROM BUILDING FILT
17. ERED AIR C TO BUILDING ms 0036 Outside Temperature Celcius C Fahrenheit F 5 to 27 27 and less 23 to 17 17 and less EXHAUST AIR FROM BUILDING FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE E 4 T FRESH AIR In zz n j EXHAUST AIR TO OUTSIDE j ELI Kes VF0039 ERV EXHAUST AIR FROM BUILDING FILTERED AIR TO BUILDING VF0037 HRV and ERV Defrost Cycles Defrosting min Operation time min between each defrost cycle 9 23 10 22 1 3 SPECIFICATIONS 42 Ib 19 kg Fit 5 127 mm ducts 1 2 12 mm nstallation Motor Speeds lectrical supply Chains springs and hooks provided with the unit High and low speed 120 V 60 Hz Power Consumption 150 watts 120 V 60 Hz 160 watts 1 TECHNICAL DATA CONT D 1 4 PERFORMANCE CHARTS 1 4 1 HRV Units Ventilation Performance Energy Performance EXT STATIC SUPPLY GROSS AIR FLOW SUPPLY SENSIBLE APPARENT LABELER TEMPERATURE NET AIR FLOW CONSUMEDRECOVERY SENSIBLE MOISTURE PRESSURE AIR FLOW SUPPLY EXHAUST e Is cim WATTS EFFGENCY RANSFER jinwg ls mih ls cfm m h Vs HEATING 25 4 52
18. If an optional auxiliary control is used if activated this auxiliary control will override the optional main control A WARNING Always disconnect the unit before making any connections Failure in disconnecting power could result in electrical shock or damage of the wall control or electronic module inside the unit CAUTION Never install more than one optional main wall control per unit Make sure that the wires do not short circuit between themselves or by touching any other components on the wall control Avoid poor wiring connections To reduce electrical interference noise potential do not run wall control wiring next to control contactors or near light dimming circuits electrical motors dwelling building power or lighting wiring or power distribution panel Use the terminal connector included in the installation kit to perform the electrical connection for main and optional wall controls Check if all wires are correctly inserted in their corresponding holes in the terminal block A wire is correctly inserted when its orange receptacle is lower than another one without wire On picture beside wire A is correctly inserted but not wire B 474 4 CONTROLS CONT D 4 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO OPTIONAL WALL CONTROLS CONT D 4 2 1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO VT4W Main WALL CONTROL MAIN WALL CONTROL VT4W VE0101A 4 2 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO OPTIONAL AUXILIARY WALL CONTROLS HUMIDITY CONTROL 60 MINU
19. TE 20 MINUTED LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON CRANK 5 MAXIMUM NOTE If another optional auxiliary wall control is activated when the Humidity Control is installed this control will override NO INC fe 8 the Humidity Control commands LL Once the wall control s connections have been made insert the terminal connector in the bottom of the unit on the electrical compartment front face TERMINAL 4 3 VT4W OPTIONAL MAIN WALL CONTROL OPERATION UGGESTED USE GREEN INTERMITTENT SELECT THIS MODE WHEN YOU ARE AWAY FROM THE HOUSE FOR A FEW DAYS ALSO WHEN YOU DEEM THE INSIDE AIR IS TOO DRY IN HEATING SEASON OR TOO HUMID DURING COOLING SEASON IN THIS MODE THE UNIT IS OFF FOR 40 MINUTES PER HOUR AND VENTILATES AT MINIMUM SPEED THE REMAINING 20 MINUTES OF THE HOUR YELLOW MIN SPEED FOR NORMAL DAILY OPERATION RED Max SPEED FOR EXCESS POLLUTANTS AND HUMIDITY 18 VC0070 4 CONTROLS CONT D 4 4 OPTIONAL AUXILIARY WALL CONTROLS OPERATION 4 4 1 20 MiNUTE LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON TIMER Set the push button timer to ON The fan motors will then operate at high speed for 20 minutes and the indicator will light up To stop activation push one time the unit will then get back to previous selection 4 4 2 60 MiNUTE CRANK TIMER This control makes the system operate at high speed for periods varying
20. e sure to duct air outside Do not intake exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceiling or into attics crawl spaces or garage Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B Do not run any air ducts directly above or closer than 2 ft 0 61 m to any furnace or its supply plenum boiler or other heat producing appliance If a duct has to be connected to the furnace return plenum it must be connected not closer than 9 10 3 m from this plenum connection to the furnace 6 The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and national codes that are applicable PON TABLE CONTENTS DATA edi eee oe SEN oS ee es 4 6 DISTRIBUTION NORMAL OPERATION 4 4 1 71 4 DISTRIBUTION RECIRCULATION OR DEFROST 4 SPECIFICATIONS s ebbe 4 PERFORMANCE 55 tena vie arena 5 DIMENSIONS 0 BS Bet 6 CONTROLS AND LINKAGE POSSIBILITY 6 TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS das D ghe clle E RUNE ER aa 7 8 UMS DUCTED SYSTEM Soter er V NS
21. feet of the unit 2 1 FuLLY DUCTED SYSTEM PRIMARILY FOR HOMES WITH RADIANT HOT WATER OR ELECTRIC BASEBOARD HEATING Stale air coming from the registers located at the highest level of the house is exhausted to the outside Fresh air from outside is filtered and supplied by the register located in the lowest liveable level Homes with more than one level require at least one exhaust register at the highest level See figure at right 2 2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT CONNECTION TO A FORCED AIR SYSTEM Stale air coming from the registers located at the highest level of the house is exhausted to the outside Fresh air from outside is filtered and supplied to the return plenum or the supply duct of the forced air unit See figure at right For this type of installation it is not essential that the forced air system blower runs when the unit is in operation but we recommend it NOTE Home with multiple forced air systems should have one unit on each system 2 3 SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION CONNECTION TO A FORCED AIR SYSTEM Stale air is exhausted to the outside Fresh air from outside is filtered and supplied to the return plenum or the supply duct of the forced air unit See figure at right NOTE It is possible to connect the outside fresh air duct to the supply duct of the forced air unit To do so the Automatic fresh air bypass must be used part 15391 See installation sheet included with the Automatic fresh air bypass
22. g HOLO3NNOO LINN Le e e opo ojo FURNACE 24 VOLT TERMINAL BLOCK 2 WIRES COOLING SYSTEM 19 WIRING DIAGRAM 6 o z z lt lt 4 9 5 o o 3 5 2 o gt 5 9 gt o 9 ing any main Risk of electrical shocks Before perform VOELOAA esn eroeds 40 s peeds 291 ye saam pue 3018 peeds 01 OU MOTI3A 2 8580 eq JSNW eoeuunJ ALIHM 5 ees 2 55210 pue 8 sepoo snw plal sajou o f yg y esn ges 3d02 40102 paoe de eq 5 se asim y jo ue 5 payloads asp penunuoo 104 BUSES y 59 y g SALON ees yeuondo uos s sejou ees
23. he fresh air duct is frozen OR the fresh air distributed is very cold 7 The integrated control push button does not work the damper operation damper rod or the port damper itself may be broken damper actuator or circuit board may be defective 30 second boot sequence is not completed 26 Press on the integrated control push button until the unit turn on low speed the LED will light AMBER Using a multimeter check the voltage on J4 1 and J4 2 for supply motor and on J5 1 and J5 2 for exhaust motor The reading must be 68 V AC Then set the unit on high speed by pressing on the integrated control 1 more time the LED will light GREEN Using a multimeter check the voltage on J4 1 and J4 2 for supply motor and on J5 1 and J5 2 for exhaust motor The reading must be 120 V AC If all the readings correspond to the right voltage values the circuit board is not defective If one or both readings are different change the circuit board e Using multimeter check the ohms value each motor connectors Black motors values For BLUE and BLACK motor wires the right value is 55 ohms For BLUE and BROWN motor wires the right value is 35 ohms For BROWN and BLACK motor wires the right value is 89 ohms Aluminum motors values For BLUE and BLACK motor wires the right value is 51 ohms For BLUE and BROWN motor wires the right value is 47 ohms For BROWN and BLACK motor w
24. he optional Automatic fresh air bypass part 15391 this duct must be sized to support the additional airflow produced by the HRV ERV Also use a steel duct For Return Return installation installing the optional Automatic fresh air bypass part 15391 eliminates the obligation to operate the furnace blower when the HRV ERV is in operation There are 2 methods for connecting the unit to the furnace air handler Method 1 Supply return connection Method 2A Return return without Method 2B Return return with Automatic fresh air bypass Automatic fresh air bypass AUTOMATIC FRESH NOT LESS AIR BYPASS THAN 10 3 1 MINIMUM 3 VJ0038 ae 1 55 10 3 1 VJ0037 VJ0034 Distance 3 0 9 B C NOT LESS THAN 10 3 1 Stale air intake Cut an opening into the furnace air handler return duct not less than 10 feet 3 1 m from the furnace air handler A B Connect this opening to the Exhaust air from building port of the HRV ERV Fresh air distribution Same instructions as for Method 1 or Method 2 Section 3 6 2 For Method 2 Return return make sure there is a distance of at least 3 feet 0 9 m between the 2 connections to the furnace air handler NOTE For Method 1 it is not essential to synchronize the furnace blower operation with the unit operation but we recommend it CAUTION If using Meth
25. ires the right value is 98 ohms If the ohm values are the same the motor is not defective Replace the motor capacitor the Inspect these parts and replace if necessary See point 2 See Section 4 1 1 Boot Sequence
26. nds before disappearing f there is no 24V AC replace the circuit board 3 The wall control does not work OR the indicators flash 4 The Humidity Control does not work OR the 20 minute push button timer does not work OR its indicator light does not stay on The wires may be in reverse position The wires may be broken The wire in the wall OR the wall control may be defective The wires may be in reverse position Humidity Control or push button may be defective Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to their appropriate places Inspect every wire and replace any that are damaged Remove the wall control and test it right beside the unit using another shorter wire If the wall control works there change the wire If it does not change the wall control e Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to their appropriate places the OL and OC terminals If the unit switch to high speed remove the Humidity Control or push button and test it right beside the unit using beside the unit using another shorter wire If it works here change the wire If it doesn t change the Humidity Control or the push button 0098 5 The supply and or exhaust motor do not work circuit board may be defective motor s may be defective 6 The defrost cycle does not work deposits may be hindering t
27. nit AN WARNING Be careful before opening the door water or small debris could fall out For HRV unit always wait one minute after disconnecting the unit before opening the door in order to allow water to drain out from the unit 2 Unlatch the door and open it Clean the inner side of the door with a damp cloth then wipe with a dry one Disengage the door from its hinge by sliding it from left to right and set aside Z WARNING Always hold the core when rotating the 2 core retainers failure to do so will cause the core to fall out 3 Lift both foam filters bracket 1 and remove the foam filters from the core While holding the core rotate the 2 core retainers 2 and slide out the core from the unit 23 9 9 1 SEMI ANNUAL MAINTENANCE CONT D 4 Clean the inside walls of the unit with clean damp cloth then wipe with a clean dry 5 Wash the 2 core filters under hot water with mild soap Rinse thoroughly and let dry completely before reinstalling on the core 6 Remove the dust on the core using a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush attachment AN WARNING Once the core reinstalled in the unit always rotate both core retainers to their initial position failure to do so will cause the core to fall out 7 Slide the core in the unit Secure the core by rotating both core retainers to their initial positions NOTE Once the core reinstalled in the unit the arrows
28. od 2 unless the optional Automatic fresh air bypass part 15391 is installed make sure the furnace air handler blower operation is synchronized with the unit operation See Section 5 2492 3 INSTALLATION 3 7 CONNECTING THE DUCTS TO THE UNIT Insulated flexible ducts Use the following procedure for connecting the insulated flexible ducts to the port of the unit Exhaust air to outside and Fresh air from outside ports CAUTION Make sure the balancing dampers are set to their appropriate position before connecting the ducts to the ports See Section 3 3 0039 expose the flexible duct insulation VJ0040 to Attach the flexible duct to the port using tie wrap VJ0043 VJ0041 Pull the insulation over the joint and tuck in between the inner and outer rings of the double collar Pull the vapor barrier over the insulation and over the outer ring of the double collar CAUTION Make sure the vapor barrier insulated does not tear during installation to avoid condensation within VJ0042 Apply duct tape to the joint making an airtight seal Avoid compressing the insulation when pulling the tape tightly around the joint Compressed insulation loses its R value and causes water dripping due to condensation on the exterior surface of the duct the ducts Rigid ducts CAUTION Do not use screws to connect the
29. punch out both drain holes A 00092 Cut 2 sections of plastic tubing about 12 305 mm long and attach them to each drain fitting Join the 2 short sections to the T junction and main tube as shown 22 VO0091 1 In order to keep the drain pan intact hand tighten the 2 plastic drain fittings to the unit door using the gaskets and nuts as shown Tie wrap VO0093 To drain Make a water trap loop in the tube to prevent the unit from drawing unpleasant odors from the drain source Make sure this loop is situated BELOW the T as shown This will prevent water from being drawn back up into the unit in case of negative pressure Run the tube to the floor drain or to an alternative drain pipe or pail Be sure there is a slight slope for the run off 9 A WARNING Risk of electrical shocks Before performing any maintenance or servicing always disconnect the unit from its power source Since this guide covers both HRV and ERV units top and side ports the illustrations shown in the maintenance procedures are typical The following procedures applies for both HRV and ERV units Refer to pictures below to identify the inner parts of your unit 1 HRV core 3 Foam filter brackets 1 ERV core 3 Foam filter brackets 2 Core retainers 4 Foam core filters 2 Core retainers 4 Foam core filters 9 1SEMI ANNUAL MAINTENANCE 1 Unplug the u
30. r connecting the unit to the furnace air handler Method 1 Supply side connection Cut an opening into the furnace supply duct at least 18 inches 0 5 m from the furnace air handler Connect this opening to the Fresh air to building port of the HRV ERV use steel duct see figure beside Make sure the HRV ERV duct form an elbow inside the furnace air handler ductwork f desired interlock synchronize the furnace air handler blower operation see Section 5 Method 2 Return side connection Cut an opening into the furnace return duct not less than 10 feet 3 1 m from the AS furnace air handler A B Connect this opening to the Fresh air to building port of the HRV ERV see figure beside lt j NOTE For Method 2 it is not essential that the furnace air handler runs when the Tm unit is operation but we it If desired interlock synchronize the furnace air handler blower operation see Section 5 VJ0035 lt NOT LESS THAN 10 3 1 m 11 3 INSTALLATION CONT D 3 6 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS CONT D 3 6 3 SiMPLIFIED INSTALLATION AS ILLUSTRATED IN SECTION 2 3 WARNING When performing duct connections always use approved tools and materials Respect all corresponding laws and or safety regulations Please refer to your local building code CAUTION When performing duct connections to the furnace supply duct unless using t
31. ront of the unit To do so turn the unit upside down Open the latches an unscrew them from the unit Install the latches on their new locations VO0090 3 INSTALLATION CONT D 3 4 How HANG THE UNIT Hang the unit with the 4 chains hooks and springs provided VD0185 CAUTION Make sure the unit is level 3 5 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK Keep it simple Plan for a minimum of bends and joints Keep the length of insulated ducts to a minimum Do not ventilate crawl spaces or cold rooms Do not attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood This would cause clogging of the filters and recovery module f the house has two floors or more be sure to plan for at least one exhaust register on the highest lived in level 3 6 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS A WARNING Never install a stale air exhaust register in a closed room where a combustion device operates such as a gas furnace a gas water heater or a fireplace 3 6 1 SYSTEM AS ILLUSTRATED IN SECTION 2 1 Stale air exhaust ductwork Install the stale air exhaust registers where the contaminants are produced kitchen living room etc Position the registers as far from the stairway as possible and in such a way that the air circulates in all the lived in spaces in the house register is installed in the kitchen it must be located at least 4 feet 1 2 m from the range Install the registe
32. rs 6 to 12 inches 152 to 305 mm from the ceiling on an interior wall OR install them in the ceiling Fresh air distribution ductwork Install the fresh air distribution registers in bedrooms dining rooms living room and basement Keep in mind that the fresh air registers must be located as far as possible from the stale air registers Install the registers in the ceiling OR 6 to 12 inches 152 to 305 mm from the ceiling on an interior wall The duct lenght should be at least 15 4 6 m The fresh air will then flow through the room and mix with room air ensuring a continuous renewed airflow register must be floor installed direct the airflow up the wall 10 3 INSTALLATION 3 6 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS CONT D 3 6 2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT SYSTEM AS ILLUSTRATED IN SECTION 2 2 Stale air exhaust ductwork Same as for Fully Ducted System described on point 3 6 1 Fresh air distribution ductwork A WARNING When performing duct connections always use approved tools and materials Respect all corresponding laws and safety regulations Please refer to your local building code CAUTION When performing duct connections to the furnace supply duct this duct must be sized to support the additional airflow produced by the HRV ERV Also use a steel duct It is recommended that the HRV ERV is running when the furnace is in operation to prevent backdrafting inside HRV ERV There are 2 methods fo
33. ted a problem See the table below to know where on the unit the problem occurs LED flashes GREEN LED flashes AMBER LED flashes RED Problems 1 Unit does not work 2 The damper actuator does not work Thermistor error Damper error Replace the entire port assembly fresh air from outside port Go to Point 6 The door is open and the unit is not unplugged Close the door and press once on the integrated control Exhaust motor error Possible causes The circuit board may be defective The damper actuator or the integrated damper port mechanism may be defective The circuit board may be defective push button to reset the unit Go to Point 5 You should try this Unplug the unit Disconnect the main control and the auxiliary control s if need be Jump G and B terminals Plug the unit back and wait about 10 seconds If the motors run on high speed and the damper opens the circuit board is not defective 0097 Unplug the unit Disconnect the main control and the optional control s if need be Wait 10 seconds and plug the unit back Check if the damper opens If not use a multimeter and check for 24V AC on J12 1 and J12 2 in electrical compartment If there is 24V AC replace the entire port assembly NOTE It is normal to experience a small delay 7 8 seconds before detecting the 24V AC signal at starting up This signal will stay during 17 18 seco
34. ttic Fully ducted system Central Draw Point or Simplified The example shown below is a Simplified installation connection to a forced air system CAUTION Due to the potential temperature difference between the attic and the rest of the house all unit ducts must be insulated CAUTION The attic temperature must always be above 0 C 32 F Stale air is exhausted to the outside Fresh air from outside is filtered and supplied to the return plenum of the forced air unit See figure at right NOTE Itis possible to connect the outside fresh air duct to the supply duct of the forced air unit To do so the Automatic fresh air bypass must be used part 15205 See installation sheet included with the Automatic fresh air bypass To avoid cross contamination and achieve the highest efficiencies the Automatic fresh air bypass part 15205 must be installed If not the forced air system blower must always be ON NOTE Home with multiple forced air systems should have 1 unit on each system 28 2 3 INSTALLATION 3 1 INSPECT THE CONTENTS OF THE Box Inspect the exterior of the unit for shipping damage Ensure that there is no damage to the door door latches power cord etc Remove and discard the 2 transport brackets and open the door Discard the styrofoam fillers ERV units only and remove the hardware kit from the unit Inspect the interior of the unit for damage Ensure that heat or energy reco
35. very core core filters insulation dampers etc are all intact VD0183 3 2 LOCATING THE UNIT Choose an appropriate location for the unit Within an area of the house where the ambient temperature is between 10 C 50 F and 65 C 149 F basement furnace room closet etc So as to provide easy access to the interior of the unit for maintenance Close to an exterior wall so as to limit the length of the insulated flexible duct to and from the unit Away from hot chimneys and other fire hazards Allow for a power source standard 3 prong grounding outlet For HRV units ONLY Close to a drain If no drain is close by use a pail to collect run off 3 3 PREPARATION Both HRV and units are equipped with 2 ports having integrated balancing damper Turn the thumb screw A clockwise to manually open and adjust the damper B HRV units Set the Fresh air to building port to wide open position and adjust the Exhaust air to outside port to 3rd notch NOTE Ifthe unit need to be balanced adjust the damper of the Exhaust air to outside port to wide open position See Section 7 units Set both Fresh air to building port and Exhaust air to outside port to wide open position VJ0032 Port with integrated balancing damper Top view The door latches location can be changed from sides to front of the unit according to the installation needs VD0176 Latches on sides of the unit Latches in f

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