Location - Aprilaire 1700 Safety And Installation Instructions Manual

LOCATION

The dehumidifier can be installed in a wide
variety
of locations. It is required to be sheltered from
the elements, but can operate in 40°F to 150°F
ambient conditions.
• The dehumidifier is designed for a dedicated
15 amp circuit.
• Care must be taken to install the unit level.
• The condensate drain must have a trap
installed. Please see Figure 8 for drain trap
recommendations. Make sure that a secure,
leak-proof connection is made between the
drain trap and drain elbow on the dehumidifier.
The condensate hose should be sloped to a
drain so water cannot back up past trap.
• There must also be clearance for removing the
filter from the unit. This requires 20" on the left
side of the filter door (Figure 9).
Note: If a condensate pump is used, the
dehumidifier must be raised above the inlet so
that the drain water flows freely to the pump.
HANGING
If the unit is to be hung, it must be supported
from the bottom. It is recommended to use two
unistruts to support the base on the outside
edges of the feet locations. The strut must come
out a minimum of 3" in front of the filter access
panel to allow the panel to be removed. Make
sure that the filter itself can still be removed.
ATTIC INSTALLATION
It is strongly recommended that the unit be
placed in a drain pan with overflow protection to
prevent water damage in the event of a drain
failure. The condensate line should also be
insulated to prevent condensation on the outside
of the line.
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 9 – ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR REMOVAL OF FILTER
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