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Skuttle Indoor Air Quality Products 60-2, F60-2 Installation And Operating Insctructions

60-series high-capacity steam humidifiers
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Model 60-Series High-Capacity
Steam Humidifiers
(Models 60-1, F60-1, 60-2 and F60-2)
Warranty
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Installation Instructions

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Operating and Maintenance
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CONTRACTOR: Read these instructions before installing or
servicing humidifier.
HOMEOWNER: Save this manual for future reference.
Model No.
Mfg. Date (see label on unit)
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    (Models 60-1, F60-1, 60-2 and F60-2) Warranty Installation Instructions Operating and Maintenance Instructions CONTRACTOR: Read these instructions before installing or servicing humidifier. HOMEOWNER: Save this manual for future reference. Model No. Mfg. Date (see label on unit) Installation Date: ®...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    HOMEOWNER: How Your Humidifier Works ....... . 31 How To Extend the Life of Your Humidifier ..... 32 GENERAL INFO: FAQs about IAQ .
  • Page 3 Figure 1: Duct Edge Mount ....... . . 10 Figure 2: External Side Mount ......12 Figure 3: Duct Center Mount .

  • Page 4: Warranty Validation Notice (Important ! P Lease Read .)

    • If you cannot locate your original installer, check the Yellow Pages under "Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors". • If these attempts fail, email Skuttle Indoor Air Quality Products at customerservice@skuttle.com, or call us toll-free at (800) 848-9786. We'll be glad to assist you.

  • Page 5: Contractor

    Skuttle ® Limited One-Year Product Warranty This limited one-year warranty covers this Skuttle product as designated on the return portion of the Warranty Registration Card, excluding wiring, plumbing and installation. Skuttle Manufacturing Company warrants that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal, non-commercial use and service.
  • Page 6 capacity; or has been altered in any such way that its performance is affected. There is no warranty due to neglect, alteration or ordinary wear and tear. Skuttle's liability is limited to replacement of defective parts or components, and does not include the payment of the cost of labor charges to remove or replace such defective components or parts.

  • Page 7: How To Install A Skuttle Model 60-Series Steam Humidifier

    Freon contacts your eyes. 4. When the humidifier is installed in a finished basement or any area where water damage could occur, be sure to connect the humidifier's overflow provision to a suitable drain.

  • Page 8: Tools & Materials Needed

    Tools and Materials Needed 1. Safety goggles 2. Tin snips or aviation snips 3. Electric drill 4. 3/8" and 7/64" drill bits 5. Pliers 6. Screwdriver (medium flat point and Phillips #1) 7. Level 8. Hammer 9. Small adjustable wrench 10.

  • Page 9: Selecting A Location

    2. Select a location where the humidifier can be plugged in without the use of an extension cord. (See “Connecting to a Power Source”, pg. 18.) 3.

  • Page 10: Mounting The Humidifier (Options A-D)

    Option A: Duct Edge Mount Option A is the preferred method of mounting because it requires the least amount of duct reinforcement to support the humidifier and keep it level. A duct width of at least 10 inches is necessary. Wider ducts may need to be reinforced in order to hold the humidifier level.
  • Page 11 7. Adjust the water level. (See #8 in “How To Maintain a Skuttle Steam Humidifier”, pg. 25.) 8. Slide the flanges of the reservoir into the S-Cleats until the mounting bracket comes in contact with the side of the duct. 9. Secure the humidifier to the duct with the screws provided.

  • Page 12: Figure 2: External Side Mount

    Option B requires a transition to be made and usually needs duct reinforcement to hold the humidifier securely in place (see Figure 2). NOTE: For this configuration, the humidifier is mounted on the outside of the plenum, rather than the inside, so as not to restrict airflow.
  • Page 13 S-Cleats. 7. Attach the L-shaped bracket with six (6) holes to the top/front of the humidifier, so that the vertical wall is toward the reservoir. 8. Adjust the water level. (See #8 in "How To Maintain a Skuttle Steam Humidifier", pg.

  • Page 14: Figure 3: Duct Center Mount

    Option C: Duct Center Mount Figure 3 – Duct Center Mount Option C requires duct reinforcement to hold the humidifier securely in place (see Figure 3). DANGER: Wear safety glasses when cutting or drilling. Do not cut into any air conditioning or electrical accessories during installation.
  • Page 15 6. Adjust the water level. (See #8 in “How To Maintain a Skuttle Steam Humidifier”, pg. 25.) 7. Slide the flanges of the reservoir into the S-Cleats until the mounting bracket comes in contact with the side of the duct. 8. Secure the humidifier to the plenum with the screws provided.

  • Page 16: Figure 4: Internal Side Mount

    Figure 4 - Internal Side Mount Option D requires a transition to be made and usually needs duct rein- forcement to hold the humidifier securely in place (see Figure 4). DANGER: Wear safety glasses when cutting or drilling. Do not cut into any air conditioning or electrical accessories during installation.
  • Page 17 6. Adjust the water level. (See #8 in “How To Maintain a Skuttle Steam Humidifier”, pg. 25.) 7. Slide the humidifier into the hole, making sure all wires and con- nections are outside the duct. 8. Align the holes and secure the humidifier to the transition.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Power Source

    Connecting to a Power Source When selecting a location for mounting the humidifier, make sure that electrical connections can be made without the use of an extension cord. CAUTION: The electrical receptacle must be rated at the correct voltage and amperage, or hazardous conditions could result.

  • Page 19: Wiring The Air Mover

    Skuttle A50 relay, mounted in the system supply duct and wired into the low-voltage humidistat circuit. This prohibits the humidifier from operating if the furnace fan fails to function or if it is man- ually turned off.

  • Page 20: Figure 7: Wiring With Air Conditioning

    Figure 7 - Typical wiring for a humidifier in a dual-speed air mover application with air conditioning. Figure 8A - Typical wiring for a humidifier in a single-speed air mover application...

  • Page 21: Wiring The Fan Switch

    Figure 8B - Typical wiring for a humidifier in a single-speed air mover application without air conditioning (switching through a G contactor). Wiring the Fan Switch For heat pump installations, because of the near-continuous operation of the system air mover, we suggest that installation of a fan sail switch or Skuttle A50 relay be the only additional wiring you perform.

  • Page 22: Plumbing And Setting The Water Level

    • Thoroughly flush the supply tubing after attaching it to the saddle valve. This will clear the line of debris which could block water flow at the float valve. 4. Prior to mounting, adjust the humidifier’s water level by following these instructions: • Set the humidifier reservoir on a level surface.

  • Page 23: Figure 9: Raising The Water Level

    This will verify that your final adjustment is correct. 6. Mount the humidifier according to one of the options shown on pages 10-17. 7. Route the tubing to the humidifier float valve, keeping the tubing away from sharp edges.
  • Page 24 • Provide support at many points along the hose to prevent kinks – particularly near any heat source. 12. Turn the water to the humidifier on. The float valve should shut the water off at 2-3/8". 13. Make sure the humidifier is plugged into a powered outlet.

  • Page 25: How To Maintain A Skuttle Steam Humidifier

    NOTE: Some 60-series models are equipped with a Skuttle Automatic Flushing Timer (see page 35), which can reduce maintenance significantly. However, it is still wise for the homeowner to check the humidifier for mineral buildup every two months or so during the humidification season.
  • Page 26 9. Remount the humidifier and make all electrical and plumbing recon- nections. Check for leaks or overflow. Set the humidistat as directed in the humidistat instructions. CAUTION: Never oil any part of the humidifier. NOTE: At the end of each humidification season (approximately the...

  • Page 27: Trouble Shooting

    • Turn water on at saddle valve • Turn off water main and check for possible obstruction in saddle valve or float valve • Make sure the humidifier is plugged in • Set the humidistat higher • Check for blown circuit breaker •...

  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    When ordering, refer to the parts list below to give the following information: • Humidifier Model Number • Humidifier Manufacturing Date (see label on side near drains) Figure 11 - Parts Diagram of Models 60-1, F60-1, 60-2 and F60-2 60-1...

  • Page 29: Table 3: Models 60-2 And F60-2 Replacement Parts

    Thermal Fan Control Switch Operation Indicator Light S-Cleat “Mounting Strips” (set of 3 pcs.) Humidistat Assembly Table 3 NOTE: Due to Skuttle Indoor Air Quality Products’ ongoing research and development program, specifications are subject to change without notice. 000-0430-056 000-0814-132...

  • Page 30: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance Record UMIDIFIER (✔) LEANED Table 4 UMIDIFIER (✔) EPAIRED EPLACED THER...

  • Page 31: How Your Humidifier Works

    If you were to look inside your humidifier’s reservoir, you would see an immersed, tubular heater and two floats. When your home is too dry, the humidistat (humidity control device) installed with your system activates the humidifier heater.

  • Page 32: How To Extend The Life Of Your Humidifier

    How To Extend the Life of Your Humidifier Mineral buildup on the humidifier’s heating element is harmful to the unit. Therefore, routine maintenance is vital to the effectiveness and longevity of your humidifier. The normal service interval will vary from one-to-three months (i.e., one or two cleanings during a typical humidification season, plus a thorough cleaning at the end of the season).

  • Page 33: Faqs About Iaq

    For recommended humidistat settings, refer to the humidistat instructions contained in your humidifier carton. I just installed a Skuttle humidifier in my house. Why don’t I feel any difference? The period of adjustment can take up to three weeks – the time needed for your furniture, woodwork, floor coverings, plaster and houseplants to absorb their natural levels of moisture.
  • Page 34 Should I run my humidifier during the summer months? Because, in most areas of the country, summer air is naturally more humid, it’s not necessary to humidify your home until colder weather sets in. NOTE: For additional answers to your questions, visit our website at...

  • Page 35: Skuttle Automatic Flushing Timer

    Flushes Drum and Reservoir Type Humidifiers Every 12 Hours The Skuttle Flushing Timer . . . • Automatically flushes the humidifier water pan with fresh, clean water twice daily • Reduces buildup of minerals and dissolved solids in evaporative media and reservoirs;...

  • Page 36: Skuttle Model 216 Make-Up Air Control

    Skuttle ® Model 216 Make-Up Air Control Provides Year-Round, Filtered Fresh Air The Skuttle Make-Up Air Control . . . • Draws outside air into the furnace, where it is filtered, heated or cooled, and circulated through your home’s duct system •...

  • Page 37: Skuttle High-Efficiency Air Cleaners

    Skuttle ® High-Efficiency Air Cleaners Help Homeowners Breathe Easier Skuttle Air Cleaners . . . • Trap most of the in-home, airborne contaminants that are potentially harmful to your health • Provide high-efficiency, high-capacity filtration with minimal airflow resistance • Feature deep-pleated filter media to permit extended, high-volume service –...

  • Page 38: The Skuttle "Happy House" - Your Assurance Of Enhanced Iaq

    The Skuttle ® “Happy House” – Your Assurance of Enhanced IAQ Healthful indoor air (often called indoor air quality or IAQ) is significantly cleaner than the air in many of today’s homes. It also contains appro- priate levels of moisture and fresh outside air to aid the health and com- fort of residents.
  • Page 39 Ventilation A primary cause of “sick house syndrome” is a negative air pressure buildup, resulting from a lack of fresh-air exchanges throughout the home. Negative air pressure can also contribute to mold growth. To help eliminate these problems, Skuttle manufactures two ventilation products: •...
  • Page 40 If you have questions about your Skuttle humidifier, or to learn which Skuttle IAQ products are right for your home, contact your local heating and air conditioning contractor: Skuttle Indoor Air Quality Products 101 Margaret Street, Marietta, OH 45750 Phone: (800) 848-9786; Fax: (740) 373-9565 Email: customerservice@skuttle.com;...

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