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Small Duct Heating, Cooling and Indoor Air Quality Systems www.hi-velocity.com HE Series Installation Manual Includes: Hi-Velocity Fan Coils Heating Coils/Modules Cooling Coils/Modules Add-ons and Options Product Specifications Manufactured By ESP-103.07-Hi-Velocity-Installation-Manual-051010...
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Pg. 38-41 Placement, Configuration, Wiring Diagram Add-Ons and Third Party Options (2 Pgs) Module TPA Pgs. 42-43 Hi-Velocity Air Purification System, PWM Zone Controller, Turbo Meter, Fresh Air Make-Up, Fire Stopping, Humidifiers Checklist and Troubleshooting (4 Pg) Module CTS Pgs. 44-47 Installation Checklist, Troubleshooting: EPC Motor, Low Air Flow, 24V Htg, 24V Clg.
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Locating Vents Outlets do not have to be located on an outside wall. Due to the venturi action of the Hi-Velocity System, the air in the entire room is gently circulated at all times. The outlets Proper location is critical to the operation of the Hi-Velocity...
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Hi-Velocity Fan Coil Placement (1/2) Fan Coil Placement Fig. 02 - Counter flow The Hi-Velocity System fan coil is manufactured with a direct drive permanently lubricated EPC Motor that is mounted within the blower. All HE fan coils are single side access.
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The attic insulation important to allow the system to equalize air flow. should be placed over all Hi-Velocity System ducts to further reduce any duct losses. Module DUC Installing Plenum and Branch Duct (1/9)
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Module DUC Installing Plenum and Branch Duct (2/9) Bullhead Tees Fig. 05 - Sigma velocity profile Bullhead tees are to be maintained as close to a 50/50 split as possible, with a maximum 60/40 split (Fig. 07). For Uniform the best system performance, keep the number of elbows Velocity and tees to a minimum.
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Module DUC Installing Plenum and Branch Duct (3/9) Connecting Plenum to Fan Coil To install the insulation sleeve over the main plenum, either tape the end of the duct or use an After the main plenum duct and the fan coil unit end cap.
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HE Duct is designed as a direct alternative for two 2” (Fig. 13a). The curvature of Branch Take-Off is aligned flex duct of the same length used in Hi-Velocity (51mm) so it matches the shape of the plenum. With the opening Systems.
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Module DUC Installing Plenum and Branch Duct (5/9) Flexible Duct Placement When larger holes (4”/ ) can be drilled, then the 102mm insulated flex duct may be pulled through whole. If code After the all the Branch Take-Offs have been installed, or the designer only allow for a 2 ¼”...
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Module DUC Installing Plenum and Branch Duct (6/9) Connecting to the Main Plenum Fig. 20 - Fasten with tie straps The Flexible Duct coupling is connected to the branch Take-Off, then mechanically fastened with at least one ¼” self tapping screw. The connection then should be (6.7mm) sealed with foil duct tape or an approved sealant.
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Module DUC Installing Plenum and Branch Duct (7/9) Installing 2” Vents in Retrofits Fig. 27 - Secure flex to Rough-In Boot For ease of installation, it is recommended to use the 2” flexible duct and vents for retrofit applications. (51mm) With the proper preparations, installing vents into finished walls and ceilings is quick and simple.
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Installing in a high sidewall/ceiling or floor makes little (152mm/178mm) difference (Fig. 33). A Straight Vane vent grill is the only 6”/7” type of linear grill that can be used with the Hi-Velocity (152mm/177mm) System (Fig. 34). Linear grills must be purchased from 6”/7”...
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Drilled outlets can also be used to create a pressurized air curtain for bay doors, or large openings to the outside environment. When drilled outlets are used with the Hi-Velocity System a few points to remember: • When multiple 1 ⁄...
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Important: When using flexible duct for return air, use one duct The return air duct is not supplied with the Hi-Velocity System. It is to be supplied and installed by the contractor. size larger due to the higher The return air and fresh air make-up ducts are to be friction loss.
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(28.58mm) A round or square return air duct can be used; they must be sized for the Hi-Velocity Systems according to Table For installation of Heating and Cooling Add-Ons, Refer 01. Before the return air can be attached to the transition, the first five feet (from the fan coil) is to be acoustically •...
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Connections The Hi-Velocity Circuit board makes wiring of the unit a quick and simple task. With clearly labeled connections, it is easy to wire in the thermostat. The fan coil is prewired for both heating and cooling with no additional relays typically required.
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CFM (L/s). The Hi-Velocity HE Systems are field programmable from 1.5 to 5 tons of cooling with the use of a single motor and controller assembly.
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Hi-Velocity Wiring & Dip Settings (3/11) HE Fan Coil - EPC Wiring Diagram This wiring diagram is included on all of the Hi-Velocity-HE models. The power inputs as well as the various connection terminals are identified, helping you to quickly wire in the required devices.
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HE Fan Coil - Extended Wiring Diagrams Extended wiring diagrams for the various applications the Hi-Velocity-HE model can be used for. If you don’t find the wiring configuration you require, please call the technical department at Energy Saving Products Ltd. for further assistance.
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EPC Circuit Board Pin Settings and Air Flow Data (Standard) BLACK INDICATES DIP SWITCH POSITION. A heat loss/gain must be done prior to selecting a Hi-Velocity-HE unit. Once a heat loss/gain is known based upon tonnage and vents required, select the appropriate HE unit and the correct pin settings.
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EPC Circuit Board Pin Settings and Air Flow Data (Metric) BLACK INDICATES DIP SWITCH POSITION. A heat loss/gain must be done prior to selecting a Hi-Velocity-HE unit. Once a heat loss/gain is known based upon tonnage and vents required, select the appropriate HE unit and the correct pin settings.
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EPC Dip Ranges & Extended Air Flow Adjustments The extended pin settings show how to increase or decrease the required CFM on the Hi-Velocity-HE fan coil for fine tuning. The chart illustrates the CFM difference achieved changing pins 6, 7, and 8. Only these three pins are modified to increase or decrease the CFM based upon the selected tonnage of pins 1 through 4.
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The RPM-E series cooling module can be used with the ”L X 13 ”H ”L X 9”W Hi-Velocity Fancoil, installed in many different positions. It RPM-E-70 (425mm X 337mm) (425mm X 229mm) is pre-piped with an adjustable, heat pump ready, thermal ”L X 13...
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This will prevent Only refrigerant grade pipe and fittings are to be used excessive condensate from forming on the outer surface of with Hi-Velocity Systems. Plumbing fittings may contain wax the casing. or other contaminants which are detrimental to the proper operation of the system.
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Module RPM Refrigerant Module Installation (RPM-E) (3/4) Evacuating After the piping is installed and all components have been leave the system drastically undercharged for cooling mode. For brazed together, a vacuum pump must be used to evacuate the this reason it is highly recommended that a Bi-Flow Receiver be system from both the low and high side to 1500 microns used with heat pump applications.
Module RPM Refrigerant Module Installation (RPM-E) (4/4) Troubleshooting the TXV and outdoor unit, on and off. This often takes the form of very short and frequent on cycles. There are many factors When issues arise that bring the function of the TXV into that may contribute to short cycling of the refrigerant question, factors must be looked into before replacement.
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WCM/WM coil is a High Capacity Hydronic Water Coil available as an add-on module to the Hi-Velocity System. Mainly used in the chilled water applications for cooling, this coil can also be used for heating with water temperatures up to 130°F...
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(25mm) (32mm) Installation (20.6 - 41.0 kW) Designed for the Hi-Velocity System, the HWC is a High Piping The Hot Water Coil Capacity Hydronic Heating water coil that comes installed Size your supply and return lines according to Table 01.
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Module ESH Electrical Strip Heater Installation (1/4) Fig. 01 - Do not install elements Vertically Electrical Strip Heater The Electrical Strip Heater (ESH) is an electric resistance heater that slides into the fan coil on the leaving air side (supply side) of the blower. This heater can be used for LEMENTS ARE TO BE INSTALLEd primary heating or supplemental heat (auxiliary heating) for ORIzONTALLY...
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Module ESH Electrical Strip Heater Installation (2/4) Operation Periodic visual inspection: This precautionary step will help to keep your unit operating properly. Inspect the unit The low voltage signals that energize the ESH come periodically and be on the lookout for any first signs of from the air handler’s zone valve terminals (Z1 and C).
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Module ESH Electrical Strip Heater Installation (3/4) Electrical Strip Heater (ESH) Wiring Diagram NEUTRAL cautIoN LINE vOLTAGE a1 - AUXILIARY NORMALLY OPEN dISCONNECT THE ELECTRIC a2 - AUXILIARY NORMALLY CLOSEd POWER BEFORE SERvICING a3 - AUXILIARY COMMON atteNtIoN dECCONNECTER dU CIRCUIT x1 - FREEzE STAT TERMINAL d’ALIMENTATION ELECTRIQUE...
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Module ESH Electrical Strip Heater Installation (4/4) optional wiring for electrical strip heater (ESH) CONDENSER ELECTRIC STRIP 1 Stage Heating (Electric Strip) 24V TERMINALS 1 Stage Cooling 1 Constant Low Speed Y WIRE FROM THE THERMOSTAT TO ANTI-ICE ANTI-ICE CONTROL TO INTERRUPT Z1 - HEATING MODE CONTROL THE CONDENSERS “Y”...
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Filter Rack. Filters are 1 inch thick, 3 medium filters (25mm) approximately 14% efficient. Any after market filter may be used with both the Hi-Velocity Return Air Base and Filter Rack. Fig. 04 - Filter Rack and Filter The add-on Pulse Width Modulating Input (PWM Controller) provides total motor control making multiple zoning easy without the need of by-pass air flow.
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There are several ways to integrate these products Fig. 02 – Fire Stopping Devices into the Hi-Velocity System. The easiest is to draw the With Rough-In Boots, exhaust from the return duct and then to add the fresh air Metacaulk pipe collars work very well;...
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Module CTS Check List & Trouble Shooting Installation Check List (1/4) Hi-Velocity Systems Installation Check List Ensure that all electrical connections are tight, and Supply Plenum that any packing or shipping restraints are removed from both the fan coil, and the outdoor unit. With the ___ Ensure no flex duct is used for supply plenum.
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Module SPC Specifications & Sizing (1/2) HE Series Matching Coils Refrigerant Coils RPM-E-50, 70, 100 Specifications Chilled Water Coils WCM-50, 70, WM-100 Hot Water Coils HV-50, 70. 100 - 6 Row (Standard & Metric) Electrical Coils ESH-650 (5-15 kW) Model...
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” 16” ⁄ ” ⁄ ” (635mm) (140mm) (406mm) (19mm) (19mm) *Heating Coil Add-on does not come as a module, it slides into the Hi-Velocity fan coil Water Cooling Modules WCM-50 ⁄ ” ⁄ ” ⁄ ” ⁄ ” ⁄...
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Module SRV Service and Performance Form (1/2) Date Service and Performance Form Date Installed Job Information Job Name Job Number Job Location Distributor/Supplier Installing Contractor Contact Name Contact Name Phone Number Address Fax Number City, State Elevation Zip Code Design Temp. (Heating/Cooling) Phone Number Fax Number Issue...
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Module SRV Service and Performance Form (2/2) Service and Performance Form Date Airflow Information Date Installed Location Location TOTAL CFM Conversion Factors 2" Knots to CFM: x 2.2 2" Knots to L/s: x 1.4 HE Knots to CFM: x 4.2 HE Knots to L/s x 1.98 2"...
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Development complete with an in-house test lab. Energy Saving Products prides itself on Customer Service and provides design services and contractor support. For all of your Heating, Cooling and Indoor Air Quality needs, the Hi-Velocity System is the right choice for you!
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