Summary of Contents for AHRI RenewAire SA Series
- Page 1 SA SERIES ENERGY RECOVERY CORE ARRAY Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual SA-Series Model SA4H3W Shown...
- Page 2 CORE ARRAY SA-Series CAUTION CAUTION RISK OF INJURY FROM FALLING OBJECTS RISK OF DAMAGE TO ENERGY RECOVERY MODULE Assembly of this unit requires raising and placing heavy Do not place ladders against the unit or the stacked enthalpic objects overhead. The possibility exists of an object falling cores, either during or after assembly of the module.
- Page 3 OWNER INFORMATION SA-Series CORE ARRAY SAVE THIS MANUAL NOTICE This manual contains essential information for the Core Array it is installed in. At the time the Core Array is commissioned, a maintenance schedule should be developed by the user to incorporate monthly and seasonal maintenance.
- Page 4 SAIN SAIN Can be configured on site. Crossflow Parallel flow Available as shown: Energy Recovery Core is AHRI Certified ® EFFECTIVENESS SUBTRACTION DERATE Effectiveness Derates for Straight-Through Flow AIRFLOW PERFORMANCE FOR PARALLEL FLOW SA Series Pressure Drop Rating per Core SAIN 0.0%...
- Page 5 1 = OA: Outside Air intake 2 = SA: Supply Air to inside 3 = RA: Room Air to be exhausted 4 = EA: Exhaust Air to outside INSTALLATION ORIENTATION Energy Recovery Core is AHRI Certified ® Unit must be installed in orientation shown. NOTE: 1.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS CORE ARRAY SA-Series 1.0 OVERVIEW TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS 1.1 DESCRIPTION ............8 Figure 1.2.0 SA Series Components ..........9 Figure 2.0.0 Assembly Arrangement 1 ........13 1.2 COMPONENTS ............9 Figure 2.0.1 Assembly Arrangement 2 ........13 2.0 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ......12 Figure 2.0.2 Assembly Arrangement 3 ........ - Page 7 CONFIGURATION CODE SA-Series CORE ARRAY SA MODEL CONFIGURATION GUIDE Note: Not all options are available on every model. J I N - - - - - - - - - - - - - - MODEL NUMBER DIGIT NUMBER Digits 1–2: Series Digits 8–9: Location...
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Page 8: Overview
1.0 OVERVIEW 1.1 DESCRIPTION The RenewAire SA Series Core Array is a stand-alone energy recovery unit that works in conjunction with airflow provided by others. It is intended for use in a weather-tight structure, whether it is within an air handler or simply installed in a mechanical room. It features multiple columns of RenewAire’s L125 enthalpic cores. -
Page 9: Components
COMPONENTS SA-Series CORE ARRAY 1.2 COMPONENTS Components of the SA Series are shipped loose for assembly in the field. See Figure 1.2.0 for identification of components. Parts list will indicate quantities of components shipped with the specific configurations. FIGURE 1.2.0 SA SERIES COMPONENTS PARTS LIST FOR 3 CORES HIGH DESCRIPTION 3 WIDE... - Page 10 COMPONENTS CORE ARRAY SA-Series PARTS LIST FOR 4 CORES HIGH DESCRIPTION 3 WIDE 4 WIDE 5 WIDE 6 WIDE 7 WIDE 8 WIDE Base Assembly Roof Assembly Bottom/Middle Core Top Core Connector Bracket Core Joining Strap 1/2 Core Support Bracket 2 Core Support Bracket Post Wall...
- Page 11 COMPONENTS SA-Series CORE ARRAY PARTS LIST FOR 6 CORES HIGH DESCRIPTION 3 WIDE 4 WIDE 5 WIDE 6 WIDE 7 WIDE 8 WIDE Base Assembly Roof Assembly Bottom/Middle Core Top Core Connector Bracket Core Joining Strap 1/2 Core Support Bracket 2 Core Support Bracket Post Wall...
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Page 12: Principle Of Operation
OPERATION CORE ARRAY SA-Series PARTS LIST FOR 8 CORES HIGH DESCRIPTION 3 WIDE 4 WIDE 5 WIDE 6 WIDE 7 WIDE 8 WIDE Base Assembly Roof Assembly Bottom/Middle Core Top Core Connector Bracket Core Joining Strap 1/2 Core Support Bracket 2 Core Support Bracket Post Wall... - Page 13 OPERATION SA-Series CORE ARRAY Determine the airflow paths for your job. The two airstreams are the Supply Air (air from NOTE: Filters outside) and Return Air (air from the conditioned space). are required but If the Supply and Return Air enter the Core Array on OPPOSITE sides, use Arrangements 1 or 3. are supplied by (See Figures 2.0.0 and 2.0.2) others and must be...
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Page 14: Unit Sizes
UNIT SIZES CORE ARRAY SA-Series 3.0 UNIT SIZES CORE HEIGHT CORE WIDTH ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS 65 5/8" H x 97 3/4" W x 64 1/2" D 65 5/8" H x 130 1/4" W x 64 1/2" D 65 5/8" H x 162 7/8" W x 64 1/2" D 65 5/8"... -
Page 15: Receiving And Handling
RECEIVING SA-Series CORE ARRAY 4.0 RECEIVING AND HANDLING NOTE: Cores must be protected from 4.1 RECEIVING weather and other damage until they Components are palletized for efficient and easy transportation. Care should be taken when are installed. using forklift to move pallets so to not damage the enthalpic cores or sheet metal assemblies. See parts lists on pages 9–12 and 16 to confirm quantities needed to build the unit size ordered. -
Page 16: Installation
INSTALLATION CORE ARRAY SA-Series 5.0 INSTALLATION 5.1 FASTENERS PROVIDED FOR ASSEMBLY #8 X 3/8" 3/8" 3/8" 1/4"-20 1/4"-20 1/4" MODEL 1/2" BOLT WASHER BOLT WASHER SCREW SA3H3WJIN SA3H4WJIN SA3H5WJIN SA3H6WJIN 1086 SA3H7WJIN 1243 SA3H8WJIN 1400 SA4H3WJIN SA4H4WJIN SA4H5WJIN 1031 SA4H6WJIN 1210 SA4H7WJIN 1389... -
Page 17: Tools Needed For Assembly
INSTALLATION SA-Series CORE ARRAY 5.2 TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY Battery Drill/Driver, #2 Phillips or Square Drive Drift Pins and C-clamp Pliers (2) Dead Blow Hammer, 4' Level 7/16" and 9/16" Wrenches/Sockets Step Ladders, Multiple Heights 5.3 SA SERIES ASSEMBLY PARTS The parts needed to assemble the SA Series are depicted below for reference in the assembly process. -
Page 18: Sa Series Unit Assembly
OVERVIEW CORE ARRAY SA-Series 5.4 SA SERIES UNIT ASSEMBLY CAUTION Do not lean ladders or other objects against the cores or the completed assembly, either during assembly or when the unit is completed. Do not place ladders on the unit base assemblies. All base modules are identical in construction. - Page 19 OVERVIEW SA-Series CORE ARRAY When the cores are stacked 2 rows high, install #8 x 1/2" Screws through the alignment angles on the floor of the Base Assemblies into the cores themselves. Secure all 4 bottom edges of all installed cores. Install #8 x 1/2" screws through Horizontal Core Brackets to secure stacked cores.
- Page 20 OVERVIEW CORE ARRAY SA-Series Continue stacking and joining cores, two core levels at a time until all cores are installed for SA NOTE: If a ladder Series unit heights 3H, 4H and 5H. Top cores will not have attaching flanges. Refer to Figure must be placed on 5.3.2 on page 17.
- Page 21 OVERVIEW SA-Series CORE ARRAY Install Walls using #8 x 1/2" Screws to secure them to the base and corner posts. Use 1/4"–20 Bolts, two Washers and Nut to secure walls through the cores and second wall. See Figure 5.4.6. FIGURE 5.4.6 INSTALL WALLS www.renewaire.com (800) 627- 4499 support@renewaire.com...
- Page 22 INSTALLATION CORE ARRAY SA-Series Install 2 Core Support Brackets using #8 x 1/2" Screws. See Figure 5.4.8. FIGURE 5.4.8 INSTALL 2 CORE SUPPORT BRACKETS www.renewaire.com (800) 627- 4499 support@renewaire.com At this point in the assembly, if the model core height is 6, 7, or 8 high, continue to stack the cores and repeat the steps shown in Figures 5.4.3 through 5.4.8 before attaching Core Face Plate Panels.
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Page 23: Ductwork
INSTALLATION SA-Series CORE ARRAY Install roof panels using #8 x 1/2" Screws. See Figure 5.4.10. FIGURE 5.4.10 INSTALL ROOF ASSEMBLIES www.renewaire.com (800) 627- 4499 support@renewaire.com Use silicone caulk on all seams. 6.0 DUCTWORK It is the installer’s responsibility to provide and install all ductwork. Provision must be made for annual access to the inlet side of all cores for vacuuming. - Page 24 About RenewAire For over 30 years, RenewAire has been a pioneer in enhancing indoor air quality (IAQ) in commercial and residential buildings of every size.This is achieved while maximizing sustainability through our fifth-generation, static-plate, enthalpic-core Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) that optimize energy efficiency, lower capital costs via load reduction and decrease operational expenses by minimizing equipment needs, resulting in significant energy savings.
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