AirScape SIERRA 3200 Installation And Operation Manual

AirScape SIERRA 3200 Installation And Operation Manual

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SIERRA
Whole House Fan
Installation and Operation Manual
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  • Page 1 3200 SIERRA Whole House Fan Installation and Operation Manual Thank you for your purchase! © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2 INSTALLATION OF THE DUCT PURCHASE OPTIONS (not included) START-UP AND OPERATION OPERATING TIPS DTC CONTROLLER FAN BOX BOARD MAINTENANCE G LO S SARY TROUBLE SHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS AIRLAB RESULTS ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC A IRSCAPE RESOURCE © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 3: Theory Of Operation

    Specifically, operating this fan in an attic with less net free ventilation area than recommended will decrease its airflow and energy efficiency. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 4 10 feet x 0.13 = 1.33 ft Round 10” diameter 3.14 x 5” x 5” ÷ 144 = 0.55 ft 0.55 ft x 0.50 = 0.28 ft2 s offit Total Net Free Ventilation Area 1.57 ft © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    • Hardware Kit (incl. screws / driver / tape / strain relief for interlock usually included in controller package) • Digital Touch Controller package—including one Digital Touch controller, one wall mounting bracket, mounting screws and 30 feet of red shielded CAT5 cable. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    FIT in the space you selected on the framing in your attic and that the CUT you have to make in the ceiling is in a desired position in the living space. You may want to pay attention to the aesthetics or look of the living space components. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 7 It should be noted that any other orientations will unevenly wear the actuators which can limit the actuators life span so avoid those. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 8 The Powered Air-Lock will come as a package which includes the side panels, grille and the control package. Remove the PAL from it’s shipping frame (please recycle) and remove the parts. Follow the instructions below to assemble the PAL26 in preparation of installation. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS! © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 9 © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 10: Installation Of The Duct

    Next, mount the grille to the framing using the white wood screws provided. Hold the grille in place and mark the mounting holes. We strongly recommend pre-drilling (undersized) holes in the framing for these screws; be careful to prevent them from stripping (DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN). © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 11 Mount the its locking tabs by template to mark the DTC to the bracket tightening the silver hole location with the provided screws white screws © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 12: Purchase Options

    Web Node. Note: The “WEB” port is not available yet but can be upgraded at a later time. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 13: Start-Up And Operation

    As shown, there are four buttons on your fan’s control interface: The AirScape WHF has ten speed settings. Turn on the Fan by touching FAN UP or TIMER UP. Its door(s) will open and there will be a 10 second delay before the fan begins to operate (PAL’s / Lift-Lock Only). The fan will start at minimum speed.
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    “pre-cool” your home, reducing or eliminating the need to use air conditioning the next day. AirScape fans are extremely efficient, so operating your fan in this way is very inexpensive, especially compared to the cost of air conditioning.
  • Page 15: Jumper Setting

    Most fans with a DTC have a PWM controlled motor. ** Time delay allows the door(s) to open before the fan starts Rear View of the Digital Touch Controller RJ45 Jack Speed Control Format Jumper Dip Switch © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 16 This interlock is triggered by closing the circuit between two contacts on the board. The exact method of closing this circuit will depend on the particular installation and equipment the controller is interfacing © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    VA: Volt-ampere (VA) is a measurement of power in a direct current (DC) electrical circuit 1 VA = 1W VAC: Volts Alternating Current. VDC: Volts Direct Current. WHF: Whole House Fan a ventilation system intended for cooling the entire house. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Your AirScape Fan has been factory tested. If you encounter problems with the unit, please take a few minutes to run through the following troubleshooting procedures before calling f or technical support.
  • Page 19 (controller) directly into the W/S port on the fan to rule out a cable issue before proceeding. If problems are encountered, please take a few moments to run through the troubleshooting procedures described on the blue Warranty Card. If these suggestions do not work, contact AirScape technical support at 1.866.448.4187...
  • Page 20 * Actual performance will vary from installation to installation. ** Tested at 45º and 1 meter from the grille. Due to continual product improvement, performance ratings and specifications are subject to change without notice. © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 21 (test room @ 36dBa) 40.17 1388 33.05 1853 24.71 2212 19.07 2532 15.63 2834 13.18 3075 11.31 3123 10.88 3178 10.45 3253 10.13 High Efficiency Range, Low Harmonic Range High Efficiency AIRSCAPE 101 - RESOURSE © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 22 Limiters Directional SCAB/FAN BOX BOARD Switch Circuit Breaker EL-728 Actuator Harness EL-9013 24V Actuator* 20 foot Power Cord (cover off) 120VAC, 1 Phase, 2.75A Max. Clutch * NOTE showing only one actuator © AirScape 3200-SIERRA-WHF-IOM, June 2022, All Rights Reserved.

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