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Desert Spring DS Series Installation & User Manual

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Rotary Disc Humidifier (All Models)
Installation & User Manual
IMPORTANT
Thank you for selecting the Desert Spring® Rotary Disc Humidifier. Carefully read this manual before starting
your installation. Follow the step-by-step instructions as written. A helpful installation video is available
online at www.desertspringproducts.com/desertspring/humidifiers_rotary.asp .
Register your humidifier online at http://www.desertspringproducts.com/desertspring/warrantyreg.asp
WARNING
Electrocution and Chemical Hazard. Can cause death, blindness or electrical shock
• Disconnect electrical power to the furnace before starting electrical installation. Electrical shock could
result in serious injury.
• Sharp edges may cause serious injury. Use care when making openings in ducts.
• Do not drill into air conditioning coil, refrigeration line or electrical accessory.
• Follow local standards and codes.
CAUTION
• Do not install the humidifier on the furnace jacket, only on the return air duct or plenum.
• Serious water damage may result if humidifier is exposed to freezing temperatures. Do not install humidifier
in location where ambient temperatures may drop below 32° F / 0° C.
• If the heating system also has central cooling, the humidifier supply takeoff must have a damper. The damper
should be closed during the cooling season.
• Lithium grease may be used to lubricate metal-on-plastic contact points.
• Do not connect the transformer directly to multi-speed furnace blower motors or blower motors other than
110 VAC. (Disregard for plug in style transformer)
• Turn off the water supply before starting water connection and release pressure in the system by opening a
tap or flushing a toilet.
• Install the water supply valve on household water supply pressure only.
• Follow furnace manufacturer recommendations for electrical connections if provided.
• Incorrect use of any tool can cause injury to person or product. Be sure you understand how to use the
required tools to avoid any hazards.
• To ensure that your new humidifier will provide maximum benefit, your furnace must be operating in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. If your furnace is operating outside of its manufacturer's
specifications, your Desert Spring warranty could be voided.
• Ensure that the hot air supply temperature does not exceed 150° F / 65° C.
• Ensure that unit is mounted level.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Toll-free: 1-888-486-4324
Email:
info@desertspringproducts.com
Arrange for professional installation if required.
Rev May/14

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  • Page 1 Rotary Disc Humidifier (All Models) Installation & User Manual IMPORTANT Thank you for selecting the Desert Spring® Rotary Disc Humidifier. Carefully read this manual before starting your installation. Follow the step-by-step instructions as written. A helpful installation video is available online at www.desertspringproducts.com/desertspring/humidifiers_rotary.asp .

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Connecting the air supply Parts list Electrical Connections About humidity Selecting a location Water Connections Assembly Startup and shutdown Installing the Disc Wheel Hanging the Basin Adjusting the water level Template Parts List Part # Reference Description DS00004 Blue Basin DS00027 Clear Lid DS00013...

  • Page 3: Selecting A Location

    1. Selecting a location • This humidifier is to be mounted on the COLD AIR RETURN typical (preferably on the narrow side) of a forced air heating system. humidistat If the humidifier must be mounted on a plenum/duct which is over location 12"...

  • Page 4: Electrical Connections

    4. Electrical connections • Before making electrical connections ENSURE THAT THE POWER IS OFF! • Connect motor, transformer and humidistat as shown in diagram below. Used supplied marettes (wire nuts) to secure the connections • If the optional Electronic Humidistat and/or Current Sensor Relay were purchased, refer to the manuals for installation at this point.

  • Page 5: Installing The Disc Wheel

    6. Installing the disc wheel disc wheel • Hold disc wheel with open end over the duct inlet side and the closed end over motor plate side • Angle drive shaft into motor coupling and rotate to ensure the flange is fully inserted into motor coupling key hole.

  • Page 6: About Humidity

    In no event will Desert Spring Eco-Products Ltd be liable to any customer or user of the humidifier for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages or loss of revenues or profits, whether the same are foreseeable or not, occasioned by any cause whatsoever including, but not limited to, the installation or operation of the humidifier.
  • Page 8 U.S. Patents 5,795,505, 5,171,486 © 2014 Desert Spring Eco-Products Ltd, 6350 Tomken Rd. Unit 4, Mississauga, ON, Canada, L5T 1Y3 In the interest of continuous improvement the manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice...

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