Broan ERV100SP Series Installation Manual
Broan ERV100SP Series Installation Manual

Broan ERV100SP Series Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR
BROAN ERV100S AND ERV100SP
VB0198
VB0197
Model ERV100S
Model ERV100SP*
*This product earned the ENERGY STAR
®
by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and the
US EPA. They meet ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Canada.
RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
!
!
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Broan-NuTone LLC; Hartford, Wisconsin
www.broan.com
800-543-3055
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT: www.broan.com/register
For additional information - visit www.broan.com
22634 rev. 05

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  • Page 1 US EPA. They meet ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Canada. RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Broan-NuTone LLC; Hartford, Wisconsin www.broan.com 800-543-3055 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT: www.broan.com/register For additional information - visit www.broan.com 22634 rev. 05...
  • Page 2 ABOUT THIS MANUAL Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information: WARNING Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death. CAUTION Identifies 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. T ......................... 4-5 YPICAL NSTALLATIONS 1.1 F ..............................4 OUSE 1.1.1 F ............................4 ULLY UCTED YSTEM 1.1.2 C .............................4 ENTRAL OINT 1.1.3 S ............................4 IMPLIFIED NSTALLATION 1.2 F ..........................5 WELLING 1.2.1 F ............................5 ULLY UCTED YSTEM 1.2.2 C ............................5...
  • Page 4: Typical Installations

    1. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS 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 or ceiling using brackets (included with the unit). If desired, an optional chains and spring kit (part no.
  • Page 5: Nspect The

    1. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS ( CONT 1.2 F WELLING 1.2.1 F ULLY UCTED YSTEM RIMARILY FOR HOMES WITH RADIANT HOT WATER OR ELECTRIC BASEBOARD HEATING Stale air coming from the registers located in bathrooms and kitchen is exhausted to the outdoors. Fresh air from outdoors is filtered and supplied by the registers located in bedrooms and living room.
  • Page 6: Locating The Unit

    2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.3 L OCATING THE Choose an appropriate location for the unit. • Within an area of the house where the ambient temperature is kept between 65°F and 104°F. • So as to provide easy access to the interior of the unit, for quarterly and annual maintenance. •...
  • Page 7 2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.4 H OW TO ANG THE CONT   Bend 90° integrated hooks (2 places). Hang the hooks onto the brackets.  Clip the other side of unit onto the brackets (2 places). VD0338 WARNING Ensure the unit is completely held by the brackets before continuing the installation.
  • Page 8: Planning Of The Ductwork

    2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.5 P LANNING OF THE UCTWORK • 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.
  • Page 9: Central Draw Point

    2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.6 I NSTALLING THE UCTWORK AND EGISTERS CONT 2.6.2 C 1.1.2 1.2.2) ENTRAL OINT YSTEM AS ILLUSTRATED IN ECTIONS Stale air exhaust ductwork: Same as for Fully Ducted System, described on point 2.6.1 Fresh air distribution ductwork: WARNING When performing duct connections, always use approved tools and materials.
  • Page 10: Simplified Installation

    2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.6 I ’ NSTALLING THE UCTWORK AND EGISTERS CONT 2.6.3 S 1.1.3) IMPLIFIED NSTALLATION AS ILLUSTRATED IN ECTION 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 ERV.
  • Page 11: Onnecting The

    2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.7 C ONNECTING THE UCTS TO THE NOTE: All units ports were created to be connected to ducts having a minimum of 5” diameter, but if need be, they can be connected to bigger sized ducts by using an appropriate transition (e.g.: 5” diameter to 6” diameter transition). Insulated flexible ducts: CAUTION Make sure the balancing dampers are set to wide open position before connecting the ducts to the ports.
  • Page 12: Nstalling Exterior

    2. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 2.8 I NSTALLING XTERIOR OODS Choose an appropriate location to install the exterior hoods: • There must be a inimum distance of 6’ between the hoods to avoid cross-contamination • There must be a minimum distance of 18” from the ground WARNING Make sure the intake hood is at least 6 feet away from any of the following: •...
  • Page 13: Controls

    3. CONTROLS The ERV100SP unit is equipped with an integrated defrost control while the ERV100S unit has an integrated control. In both cases, those electronic devices are located under the unit, in front of the electrical compartment. Refer to the figure at right for steps 3.1 up to 3.4. Plug the unit.
  • Page 14: Erv100Sp Unit

    3. CONTROLS ( CONT 3.2 ERV100SP U NTEGRATED EFROST ONTROL LED C OLOR EFROST YCLE After the booting sequence is done, the LED (1) will light and stay lit to show in which defrost GREEN TANDARD cycle the unit is set. Use the push button (2) to change the defrost cycle of the unit (see table at right).
  • Page 15: Electrical Connection To

    3. CONTROLS ( CONT 3.5 E LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO ONTROLS The ERV100SP unit must be controlled by a main control. For more convenience, the ERV100S unit can also be controlled using an optional main control. NOTES: 1. The integrated control must be turned OFF on ERV100S unit to use an optional main control. 2.
  • Page 16: Electrical Connection To

    3. CONTROLS ( CONT 3.5 E LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO ONTROLS CONT 3.5.1 3.5.2 LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO VT8W M VT7W M ONTROL ONTROL LL UNITS (ERV100SP UNIT ONLY NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B MODE SMART...
  • Page 17: Electrical Connection To The 5. Speed Selection

    4. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE FURNACE 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”...
  • Page 18: Wiring Diagram

    6. WIRING DIAGRAM WARNING • Risk of electric shocks. Before performing any maintenance or servicing, always disconnect the unit from its power source. • This product is equipped with an overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or a short-circuit situation. If the fuse blows, unplug the product and check the polarity and voltage output from the outlet.
  • Page 19: Balancing The Unit

    7. BALANCING THE UNIT 7.1 W HAT YOU EED TO ALANCE THE • A magnehelic gauge capable of measuring 0 to 0.5 inch of water (0 to 125 Pa) and 2 plastic tubes. • The balancing chart located on the unit door. VP0009 7.2 P RELIMINARY...
  • Page 20: Service Parts

    8. SERVICE PARTS...
  • Page 21 8. SERVICE PARTS ( CONT...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    9. TROUBLESHOOTING If the unit does not work properly, reset the unit by unplugging it for one minute and then replug it. If it still not working properly, refer to table below. If the LED of the unit is flashing, this means the unit sensors have detected a problem. See the table below to know where the problem occurs on the unit.
  • Page 23 9. TROUBLESHOOTING ( CONT ROBLEMS OSSIBLE CAUSES OU SHOULD TRY THIS • Unit not compatible with control. • Check table on page 2 for control compatibility. • The wires may be in reverse position. • Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to The error code E1 is their appropriate places.
  • Page 24 9. TROUBLESHOOTING ( CONT ROBLEMS OSSIBLE CAUSES OU SHOULD TRY THIS At power up, no RED LED. • See point 5. At power up, LED lights RED and there is a clicking sound coming from electrical compartment, but damper does not move: •...

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