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Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION BY A HVAC PROFESSIONAL IS RECOMMENDED
The Ultra-Aire 100V is a whole house ventilating dehumidifier that
is integrated into the heating and cooling system to provide the
ultimate in comfort, health and property protection through:
• Dehumidification
• Fresh Air Ventilation (Optional)
• Air Filtration
HVAC Installer: Please Leave Manual for Homeowner
P/N: 4029710
Serial No.:
Sold by:
YEAR
FULL WARRANTY
YEAR
FULL WARRANTY
Install Date:
TS-600 12/27/16

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  • Page 1 Installation Instructions INSTALLATION BY A HVAC PROFESSIONAL IS RECOMMENDED The Ultra-Aire 100V is a whole house ventilating dehumidifier that is integrated into the heating and cooling system to provide the ultimate in comfort, health and property protection through: • Dehumidification •...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Air Filtration ................20 Service ..................22 Troubleshooting ................... 23 Warranty ..................25 Ultra-Aire is committed to manufacturing quality products. To maintain our standards, product specifications may change without notice. 4201 Lien Rd. Madison, WI 53704 1-800-533-7533 www.Thermastor.com | www.Ultra-Aire.com...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    THIS SYMBOL MEANS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO HEED THEM CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR MATERIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE. Registrations The Ultra-Aire 100V conforms to unified standard UL 60335-2-40 and CSA standard C22.2.60335-2-40. WARNING! 120 VOLTS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.
  • Page 4: Specifications

    Height: 49” Power Cord: Length: 21” Drain Hose: Refrigerant Type: Weight: 138 lbs. Refrigerant Amount: Side View Front View Side View Dimensions: Unit With Width: 21” Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533 Height: 49” Length: 17” Weight: 119 lbs.
  • Page 5: Optional Accessories

    6” Inlet Hood 4023647 8” Gravity Damper 4020646 8” Butterfly Damper 4027415 8” Flex Duct, 25’ 4020177 8” Insulated Flex Duct, 25’ Items Included in Box: • Ultra-Aire 100V Dehumidifier • Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533 Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions...
  • Page 6: Dehumidifier Set Up

    • Locate the dehumidifier in an area where field wiring the control (low voltage) to the unit will be possible. • It is recommended that a backdraft damper be used in the discharge duct of the Ultra-Aire 100V, especially when connecting to the supply ducting system. The backdraft damper prevents supply air from counter flowing through the Ultra-Aire 100V when it is not operating.
  • Page 7: Attaching Duct Collars

    An 8" diameter duct collar is attached to the unit. Supply Air Outlet 6” Fresh Air Ventilation Duct (Optional) An 8” diameter duct collar is attached to the unit. 8” Return Air Inlet Duct 8” Supply Air Outlet Duct Front View www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533 Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions...
  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements

    Consult local electrical codes for further information. Ultra-Aire offers a variety of control devices for use with the Ultra-Aire 100V. The control is to be located remotely from the dehumidifier and placed in the space to be conditioned. A low voltage (24 Volt) control MUST be used with the Ultra-Aire 100V and MUST be connected with low voltage (18-22 gauge) thermostat wire.
  • Page 9: Drain Installation

    We do not call for a trap since there is an internal trap with this unit. If the Ultra-Aire 100V is located too far from a floor drain for the attached hose to reach, inexpensive 1⁄2”...
  • Page 10: Ducting To Hvac Systems

    • All flexible ducting connected to the Ultra-Aire 100V should be UL listed. • A short piece of flexible ducting on all Ultra-Aire 100V duct connections is recommended to reduce noise and vibration transmitted to rigid ductwork in the structure.
  • Page 11: Recommended Hvac System Installations

    (optional). • Duct the supply of the Ultra-Aire 100V to a 8” x 8” x 8” tee damper that is 20 percent open to the basement/crawlspace. Duct the other side of the tee to the air supply of the existing HVAC system with a backdraft damper.
  • Page 12: Alternative Hvac System Installations

    DUCTING TO HVAC SYSTEMS Alternative HVAC System Installations If the Recommended Dedicated Ultra-Aire Return to HVAC Supply Installation is not possible, there are several alternative installation options available. Dedicated Ultra-Aire 100V Return to A/C Supply • DO NOT locate return in a bathroom or kitchen.
  • Page 13 • No inlet duct is required. Air is pulled through the passive vent or louver door from the living space. • Install an insulated duct from outside to the 6" collar of the Ultra-Aire 100V to provide fresh air ventilation (optional).
  • Page 14: Recommended Multiple Hvac Systems Installation

    DUCTING TO HVAC SYSTEMS Recommended Multiple HVAC Systems Installation The Ultra-Aire 100V can be installed on multiple HVAC systems. Dehumidified air will be provided to both HVAC systems for distribution throughout the structure. • Backdraft dampers are required in the supply ducts.
  • Page 15: No Existing Ductwork Installation

    DUCTING TO HVAC SYSTEMS No Existing Ductwork Installation When installing the Ultra-Aire 100V in a structure that does not have a forced air HVAC system, a single return for the Ultra Aire 100V should be installed in a central location.
  • Page 16: Fresh Air Ventilation

    The time and frequency of ventilation should be based on the size and occupancy of the residence. • The fresh air ventilation duct should be connected to the 6" round collar on the front of the Ultra-Aire 100V. • An insulated 6" diameter duct provides up to 75 CFM of outside air.
  • Page 17 Number of Bedrooms Floor Area >7 < 1500 ft 1501 - 3000 3001 - 4500 4501 - 6000 6001 - 7500 > 7500 ft Table 4.1 from ASHRAE 62.2-2010 Record the required CFM ____________ www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533 Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions...
  • Page 18: Controls

    CONTROLS A control must be used with the Ultra-Aire 100V. Ultra-Aire offers the DEH 3000 proprietary control. The DEH 3000 allows homeowners to monitor and control relative humidity and proper ventilation levels in their home. This control is also available with a remote sensing option.
  • Page 19 CONTROLS A low voltage control must be used with the Ultra-Aire 100V. Five Color Coded Wires Control Operation Green (or brown) Fan control Blue Dehumidification (fan and compressor) control 24 VAC power transformer neutral side (common with white) White 24 VAC power transformer neutral side (common with red)
  • Page 20: Air Filtration

    AIR FILTRATION The Ultra-Aire 100V is equipped with a MERV-11 filter. An optional MERV-14 filter and filter housing is available at www.UltraAireFilters.com. The MERV-11 filter should be checked and replaced every three to six months. If the MERV 14 filter is used, the MERV 11 should act as a pre-filter and sit on top of the MERV 14 filter.
  • Page 21 Dust Mites Residential Sanding Dust <20% 65-70% Spray Paint Dust Electrostatic - Self charging Textile Fibers Window A/C Units woven panel filter. <20% <65% Carpet Fibers Table Data Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533 Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions...
  • Page 22: Service

    Wiring Diagram (on Cover — not shown) Refrigerant Charging WARNING! SERVICING THE ULTRA-AIRE 100V WITH ITS HIGH PRESSURE REFRIGERANT SYSTEM AND HIGH VOLTAGE CIRCUITRY PRESENTS A HEALTH HAZARD WHICH COULD RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    5. Dirty air filter(s) or air flow restricted. 9. If this test works, then the field control wiring is ok. 6. Defective fan or relay. 10. If the problem persists, then the control is most likely faulty. www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533 Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions...
  • Page 24 7. Collecting the water removed in a 24 hour period 8. Defective compressor. will give a measurement of performance. 9. Restrictive ducting. Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533...
  • Page 25: Warranty

    WARRANTY Limited Warranty. Therma-Stor, LLC (“Therma-Stor”) warrants as follows: (i) the Ultra-Aire 100V dehumidifier (“Product”) will be free of material defects in workmanship or materials for a period of one (1) year (“One-Year Warranty”) following the date of initial purchase of such Product by an original customer purchasing from Therma-Stor or an authorized reseller (“Customer”);...
  • Page 26 Ultra-Aire 100V Installation Instructions www.Ultra-Aire.com | 1-800-533-7533...
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