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- Page 1 RNC200 Setting a new standard for energy efficient, clean air homes 511 McCormick Blvd London, Ontario Canada N5W 4C8 519.457.1904 General Info / Tech Support: 1.855.247.4200 69-RNC 072717 www.lifebreath.com...
- Page 2 Table of Contents CAUTION Getting to Know your RNC Series HRV Selecting the Ventilation Rate that is right for You Before installation, careful consideration must be How the Dehumidistat Works given to how this system will operate if connected Glossary and Additional Information to any other piece of mechanical equipment, i.e.
- Page 3 Selecting the Ventilation Rate That is Right for You The modes of operation and speeds are used to adjust your indoor ventilation rate. Experiment with the ventilation levels in your home to evaluate the ideal amount of ventilation to suit your home and personal preferences.
- Page 4 How the Dehumidistat Works Only the DXPL02, BC02 and BC03 controls are equipped with an adjustable Dehumidistat. High indoor humidity levels, during the heating season, have become a problem in many well insulated, tight homes, excessive condensation on the window is a visual sign of high indoor humidity levels.
- Page 5 The Lifebreath Ventilation Control 99-BC02 The Lifebreath Ventilation Control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation. Key Features: 2 speed fan setting (LOW / HIGH) Standby setting (fan OFF) Humidity Electronic Dehumidistat Setting Compatible with 99-DET02 Wireless ...
- Page 6 The Lifebreath Ventilation Control 99-BC03 The Lifebreath Ventilation Control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation. Key Features: Continuous LOW fan speed operation Electronic Dehumidistat Humidity 3 modes of operation: Setting Ventilation • 20/40 Mode Indicator Recirculation •...
- Page 7 The Lifebreath Ventilation Control 99-BC04 The Lifebreath Ventilation Control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation. Key Features: 2 speed fan setting (LOW / HIGH) Standby setting (fan OFF) 20/40 mode Compatible with 99-DET02 Wireless 20/40 Mode Timers Indicator Light...
- Page 8 The Lifebreath Digital Control 99-DXPL02 The Lifebreath Digital Control offers the most advanced features to control your home's ventilation. Key Features : 5 speed fan setting Instruction Card Standby setting (fan speed 0) Electronic Dehumidistat 20/40/60 HIGH speed override button ...
- Page 9 Digital Control (continued) Setting the Dehumidistat For a full description of the Dehumidistat function, refer to page 4 "How the Dehumidistat Works". The DXPL02 control displays the current indoor humidity in LARGE numbers and the Dehumidistat setting in SMALL numbers on the screen. If the indoor humidity is above the set point, the DXPL02 control will initiate HIGH Fan speed operation in Ventilation mode until the indoor humidity has been reduced below the set point.
- Page 10 Timers (continued) Removable Lifebreath Wireless 20/40/60 Minute Timer Backplate 99-DET02 Initiates high speed ventilation for 20, 40 or 60 minutes. The 20/40/60 minute status lights indicate high speed 20/40/60 Minute operation. Status Lights Wireless Timers have an estimated range of 40' with no obstructions.
- Page 11 Timers ( continued) Lifebreath Wireless Repeater 99-RX02 The Wireless Repeater is used to extend range of the 99- DET02 Wireless Timers. The Repeater plugs directly into a 120V power outlet. The 99-RX02 wirelessly connects to the main control as well as the 99-DET02 Timers. The 99-RX02 Repeater should be installed at the halfway Power Plug point between the 99-DET02 Wireless Timer and the...
- Page 12 Main Control Installation The Lifebreath Digital Control 99-DXPL02 is to be surface mounted onto a wall and the Lifebreath Ventilation Controls 99-BC02, 99-BC03 and 99-BC04 may either be installed onto a flush mounted electrical switch box or surface mounted onto a wall. Only one master control should be installed to a ventilation system (the face plate on this illustration may not be exactly the same as yours).
- Page 13 Mechanical Timers Installation 99-101 2 wire timers require a The Mechanical Timer is a 2 wire “dry jumper wire between contact” timer. A jumper wire must be ON and RED on the connected between 2 (ON) and 3 (RED). terminal block Connect the 2 Connect the 2 timer wires to ON and HI.
- Page 14 Installation and Operation of Wireless 20/40/60 Minute Timer: 99-DET02 The Timers may be installed onto a flush mounted electrical NOTE switch box or it may be surface mounted onto a wall. Multiple Timers may be installed in a ventilation system. To increase the range of a wireless Timer, a RX02 Repeater should be used.
- Page 15 Installation and Pairing of Repeaters: 99-RX02 The RX02 Repeaters are to be plugged directly into a 120V power outlet Turn on the main wall control by pressing the ON/OFF button RX02 with DXPL Series Controls: Press the left and right buttons simultaneously on the main wall control ( and RESET buttons).
- Page 16 Maintenance Routine 1. Inspect Exterior Hoods at Least Once a Month Make sure exhaust and fresh air supply hoods are not blocked or restricted by leaves, grass, or snow. In winter, it is especially important to make sure snow is not blocking the hoods or that frost has not built up on the wire mesh (bird screen).
- Page 17 Maintenance Routine Continued 4. Motors — Maintenance Free 5. Drain (condensate) Line - Clean Once a Year Inspect drain line, drain spout and “P” trap for blockage, mold or kinks. Flush with warm soapy water and replace if worn, bent or unable to clean. 6.
- Page 18 RNC 200 HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATOR ENGINEERING DATA THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE, PATENTED ALUMINUM CORE Performance (HVI certified) The cross-flow heat recovery core transfers heat between the two airstreams. It is easily Net supply air flow in cfm (L/s) against external static pressure removed for cleaning or service.
- Page 19 Simplified Installation (Return/Return Method) Installation Notes The HRV must be balanced. Unit should be balanced on high speed with the furnace blower on. It is mandatory that the furnace blower run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked with the furnace blower. The duct configuration may change depending on the ...
- Page 20 Partially Dedicated System Installation Notes The HRV must be balanced. Unit should be balanced on high speed with the furnace blower on. It is recommended that the furnace blower run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked with the furnace blower.
- Page 21 Fully Dedicated System Installation Notes The HRV must be balanced. When balancing, all external exhaust systems should be turned off (i.e. range hood, dryer exhaust, bathroom vents). All exhausting appliances should have their own make-up air, as this is not an intended use of the HRV system. The duct configuration may change depending on the ...
- Page 22 Leave sufficient clearance at the front of the access door for servicing the air filters and core. The recommended clearance is a minimum of 25" (635 mm) for opening and closing the door. Airia Unit must be installed level to ensure proper provides four straps for hanging the unit from the basement floor condensate drainage.
- Page 23 Drain Connection Drain Connection The HRV may produce some condensation during a defrost cycle. DRAIN HOSE PLUMBING This water should flow into a nearby drain, or be taken away by a condensate pump. PRE-PUNCHED HOLES (2) DRAIN PAN DRAIN PAN CAUTION DRAIN DRAIN...
- Page 24 Grille Fittings Stack Head Elbow Quick Mount Fitting (part # 99-WF4 / 99WF6) Use this rough-in fitting before the drywall is installed. This (part # 99-QM6) fitting is ideal for running ducting through 2 x 4 (min.) Use this rough-in fitting before the drywall is studded walls.
- Page 25 Weatherhood Installation Installing the Ducting from the Lifebreath Weatherhoods Fixed covered weatherhoods have a built-in bird screen with a 1/4" Weatherhoods to the HRV (6mm) mesh to prevent foreign objects from entering the The inner and outer liners of the flexible insulated duct must be ductwork.
- Page 26 Balancing the Airflows Balan cing the airflows is critical to ensuring that the amount of air introduced from the outside of the building equals the amount of air exhausted to the outside of the building. If these two airflows are not properly balanced, the following issues may occur: ...
- Page 27 Balancing Preparation Prior to performing the air balancing procedure, perform the following steps: Seal the ductwork. Confirm the installation and proper operation of all the components of the HRV. Fully open the balancing dampers. Turn off all household exhaust devices (range hood, clothes dryer, bathroom fans). ...
- Page 28 Determining the CFM CFM Calculation = feet per minute x cross section After balancing the airflows, calculate the CFM flow rate. area of duct Example This example shows how to determine the airflow for a 6 = 640 x 0.196 in diameter duct.
- Page 29 RNC200 Models Airflow Reference Charts Door port balancing can be achieved by using these charts. Balance these Models on their factory circuit board DIP settings (Hi 3). MODEL 200 Reading from Manometer Airflow Numbers Pressure Supply Exhaust Water Column (Pa) (CFM) (CFM) (inches)
- Page 30 Troubleshooting your HRV System SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Poor Air Flows • 1/4” (6 mm) mesh on the outside hoods is plugged • clean exterior hoods or vents • filters plugged • remove and clean filter • core obstructed • remove and clean core •...
- Page 31 Residential Wiring Diagram Model RNC200 LEGEND Standard Thermistor HIGH VOLTAGE Located in “Fresh Air 12V LOW VOLTAGE from Outside” BLUE COMMS BLACK GREEN WHITE AUTO- TRANSFORMER DEFROST DETAIL HRV Circuit Board GREEN Note: If any of the original wire supplied with the unit must be replaced, use only TEW certified wire.
- Page 32 Lifebreath RNC Series Heat Recovery Ventilators carry a Lifetime Warranty on the heat recovery core and a 5 year replacement parts warranty. Register for your warranty: www.lifebreath.com or phone 1-855-247-4200 (toll free) Note: Airia will require the HRV Model and serial number(s) for the registration of your HRV.
- Page 36 LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER TO BE COMPLETED BY CONTRACTOR AFTER INSTALLATION Installing Contractor _________________________________________Telephone / Contact _____________________ Serial Number______________________________________________Installation Date ________________________ Model _________________________________________________________________________________________ Register for your warranty at www.lifebreath.com Airia will require the Model and Serial Number to register the unit. info@lifebreath.com...
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