Connecting The Drain (Hrv Units Only ) - Broan HRV90H Series Installation Instructions Manual

8. CONNECTING THE DRAIN (
A
VD0181
From the inner side of the unit door, using
the provided drain tube, punch out both drain
holes (A).
VO0092
Cut 2 sections of plastic tubing, about 12" long
and attach them to each drain fitting. Join the
2 short sections to the "T" junction and main
tube as shown.
VD0231A
If using a pail to collect water, locate the tube
end approximately 1" from the top of the pail in
order to prevent water from being drawn back
up into the unit.
HRV UNITS ONLY
± 1"
)
VO0091
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.
VO0093
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.
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