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UNIT ABOUT DRAIN 3.8. INSTALLATION IN COLD CLIMATES ON PAGE SECTION RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Broan-NuTone LLC Hartford, Wisconsin www.broan-nutone.com 1-800-558-1711 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT: www.broan-nutone.com/register For additional information - visit www.broan-nutone.com 22637 . 05...
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VT7W, VT4W or VT6W VB20W and 59W ERV180S 6. This unit must be grounded. The power supply cord has a 3-prong grounding plug for your personal safety. It must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding receptacle, grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and ordinances. Do not remove the ground prong.
PERATION TIME BETWEEN EACH PERATION TIME BETWEEN EACH (°F) AHRENHEIT EFROSTING EFROSTING DEFROST CYCLES DEFROST CYCLES NOTE: The HRV and ERV Performance Charts are listed on the specification sheets of these units. Visit our website at www.broan-nutone.com to access those documents.
2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS There are three common installation methods. 2.1 F ULLY UCTED YSTEM (Primarily for homes with radiant hot water or electric baseboard heating. See illustration at right.) Moist, stale air is exhausted from the high humidity areas in the home, such as bathrooms, kitchen and laundry room.
3. INSTALLATION WARNING When applicable local regulation comprises more restrictive installation and/or certification requirements, the aforementioned requirements prevail on those of this document and the installer agrees to conform to these at his own expenses. WARNING When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves. 3.1 I NSPECT THE ONTENT OF THE...
3. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 3.4 C ALCULATING THE Use the table below to ensure that the ducts you intend to install will be carrying air flows at or under the recommended values. Avoid installing ducts that will have to carry air flows near the maximum values and never install a duct if its air flow exceeds the maximum value.
3. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 3.5 I NSTALLING THE UCTWORK AND THE EGISTERS WARNING Never install a stale air exhaust register in a room where there is a combustion device, such as a gas furnace, a gas water heater or a fireplace. CAUTION The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and national codes that are applicable.
3. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 3.5 I ’ NSTALLING THE UCTWORK AND THE EGISTERS CONT 3.5.3 S 2.3) IMPLIFIED NSTALLATION AS ILLUSTRATED IN ECTION WARNING When performing duct connection to the furnace, installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards.
3. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 3.6 C ONNECTING THE DUCTS TO THE CAUTION If ducts have to go through an unconditioned space (e.g.: attic), always use insulated ducts. NSULATED FLEXIBLE DUCTS Use the following procedure for connecting the insulated flexible duct to the ports on the unit (exhaust to outside and fresh air from outside).
3. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 3.7 I NSTALLING THE XTERIOR OODS Choose an appropriate location for installing the exterior hoods: XHAUST 6” ø • At a minimum distance of 10 feet between the hoods to avoid cross-contamination NTAKE • At a minimum distance of 18 inches from the ground 18”...
3. INSTALLATION ( ’ CONT 3.8 C ’ ONNECTING THE RAIN CONT 3.8.2 ERV UNIT 8" M 8" M VD0287 ± 1" Insert a drain plug (included in parts bag) in alternate drain fitting located on top of the unit. VO0243A Furthermore, if the drain will not be used, Make a water trap loop in the tube to prevent the unit from drawing unpleasant odors from...
4. CONTROLS ( ’ CONT 4.2 E LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO PTIONAL ONTROL For more convenience, this unit can also be controlled using an optional main wall control. WARNING Always disconnect the unit before making any connections. Failure in disconnecting power could result in electrical shock or damage of the wall control or electronic module inside the unit.
4. CONTROLS ( ’ CONT 4.2 E ’ LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO PTIONAL ONTROL CONT 4.2.2 E VT4W M 4.2.3 E VT6W M LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO ONTROL LECTRICAL ONNECTION TO ONTROL VT4W NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B 5°C 41°F OFF MIN MAX...
6. WIRING DIAGRAM WARNING • Risk of electric shocks. Before performing any maintenance or servicing, always disconnect the unit from its power source. • This product is equipped with an overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or a short-circuit situation.
7. BALANCING THE UNIT 7.1 W HAT YOU EED TO ALANCE THE • A magnehelic gauge capable of measuring 0 to 0.5 inch of water (0 to 125 Pa) and 2 plastic tubes. • The balancing chart of the unit. VP0009 7.2 P RELIMINARY...
EPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIRS In order to ensure your ventilation unit remains in good working condition, you must use Broan-NuTone LLC genuine replacement parts only. The Broan-NuTone LLC genuine replacement parts are specially designed for each unit and are manufactured to comply with all the applicable certification standards and maintain a high standard of safety.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING If the integrated control LED of the unit is flashing, this means the unit sensors detected a problem. See the list below to know where on the unit the problem occurs. LED flashes GREEN (double blink). • Thermistor error. Replace the thermistor kit.
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING ( ’ CONT ROBLEMS OSSIBLE CAUSES OU SHOULD TRY THIS 7. The motor does not work. • The circuit board may be defective. • Press on the integrated control push button until the unit turns on low speed (the LED will light AMBER).