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First eco fresh-pak EFE Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Installation, Operation, & Maintenance Manual
IOM 8502
Rev. A 10/21
EFE, EPE, EFW SERIES
Vertical Packaged Unit w/ Energy Recovery Ventilation

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  • Page 1  Installation, Operation, & Maintenance Manual IOM 8502 Rev. A 10/21 EFE, EPE, EFW SERIES Vertical Packaged Unit w/ Energy Recovery Ventilation ...
  • Page 2  COPYRIGHT First Co. works to continually improve its products and as a result, it reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. The warranty may be void unless the Startup & Performance Checklist is completed and returned to the warrantor. If the FRESH-PAK unit is not installed properly the warranty will be void as the manufacturer can’t be held accountable for problems...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

     TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS MODEL NOMENCLATURE GENERAL INFORMATION INTRODUCTION STORAGE SHIPPING & PACKAGE LIST UNIT INSPECTION CHECKLIST UNIT DIMENSIONAL DATA UNIT PHYSICAL DATA ELECTRICAL DATA INSTALLATION 11-19 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS UNIT LOCATION UNIT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION 13-14 PACKAGED UNIT INSTALLATION 15-16 PIPING...

  • Page 4: Safety Considerations

       SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION. These instructions are intended as a general guide and do not supersede national, state, or local codes in any way. Altering the product, improper installation, or the use of unauthorized factory parts voids all warranty or implied warranty and may result in adverse operation and/or performance or may result in hazardous conditions to service personnel and occupants.

  • Page 5: Model Nomenclature

    Digits 14-15 – OPTIONS 00 – None Digit 6 – VOLTAGE 2 – 208/230V DIGIT 16 – BRAND F – First Co. Digits 7-8 – HEAT TYPE (KW OR ROWS) 00 – No Heat 03 – 3kW 05 – 5kW 10 –...

  • Page 6: General Information

    The benefits include improved indoor air- The manufacture does not warrant equipment subjected quality, reduced energy costs and lower first cost of to abuse. Construction debris can void warranties and installation. The FRESH-PAK, with available heat pump,...

  • Page 7: Shipping & Package List

     TRAY COVER SHIPPING & PACKAGE LIST EVAPORATOR COIL PROTECTION PAD  Material in this shipment has been inspected at the factory and released to the transportation agency in good condition. When received, a visual inspection of all cartons should be made immediately. Any evidence of rough handling or apparent damage should be noted on the delivery receipt in the presence of the carrier’s representative.

  • Page 8: Unit Inspection Checklist

       UNIT INSPECTION CHECKLIST REMOVE SHIPPING SCREWS (4) FRONT SIDE OF UNIT Before preparing unit for installation, completing the inspection procedures below. 1) Visually inspect unit for any shipping damage. Damage must be reported immediately to the shipping company to make a claim. 2) Ensure that the carrier make proper notation of any shortages or damage on all copies of the freight bill and completes a common carrier...

  • Page 9: Unit Dimensional Data

     UNIT DIMENSIONAL DATA DIMENSIONAL DATA MODEL SUPPLY CONNECTIONS 4.00 10.00 5.25 4.35 4.00 10.00 5.25 7.00 11.25 4.125 5.83 7.00 11.25 4.125 Table 1 – Unit Dimensional Data 10.83 7.04 6.54 13.77 24.27 18.69 0.78 1.23 2.00 34.56 32.94 2.00 21.87 26.09...

  • Page 10: Unit Physical Data

       UNIT PHYSICAL DATA PHYSICAL DATA FRESH-PAK Model Compressor (Quantity) Rotary (1) Rotary (1) Scroll (1) Scroll (1) Factory Charge (R410A) lbs. [oz] 3.40 [54.4] 3.66 [58.6] 4.80 [76.8] 5.55 [88.8] Fan Motor Motor (Quantity) Fan Motor Type Motor HP Standard / High Static Blower Blowers (Quantity)

  • Page 11: Installation

     refrigerant.  No wiring or any work should be attempted without first ensuring the unit is completely disconnected from the power source and locked out. Also, verify that a ONLY USE service equipment specifically designated for use with R-410A.

  • Page 12: Unit Location

       INSTALLATION CONTINUED UNIT LOCATION This FRESH-PAK unit is certified for through-the-wall, indoor, up-flow vertical position installation only. This appliance is not design certified for installation in mobile homes, recreational vehicles, or outdoors. A factory approved wall sleeve must be used to install the FRESH-PAK unit.

  • Page 13: Unit Clearance Requirements

     INSTALLATION CONTINUED UNIT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION The interior of the unit may be installed with zero clearances to adjacent combustible Refer to installation instruction packed with the wall sleeve surfaces. This furnace shall not be installed directly on carpeting, tile, or other combustible to assemble and mount into the wall.
  • Page 14    INSTALLATION CONTINUED WALL SLEEVE INSTALLATION CONTINUED REAR INSTALLATION & DIMENSIONS  Sleeve rough-in opening is 44” (H) [111.76cm] x 27-5/8” (W) [70.17cm].  Bottom of opening should be approximately 6” [15.24cm] about the floor.  Minimum of 6” [15.24cm] clearance is required on the ERV fresh air (supply air) side.

  • Page 15: Packaged Unit Installation

     INSTALLATION CONTINUED PACKAGED UNIT INSTALLATION FIGURE 12 - FRESH-PAK Unit Installation  Insulation is installed in indoor equipment to provide a barrier between outside air conditions surrounding the unit and the varying conditions inside the unit. If the insulating barrier is damaged, the surrounding ambient air will affect the inside surface temperature Locate the unit in an area that provides minimum clearance to all service access panels.
  • Page 16    INSTALLATION CONTINUED PACKAGE UNIT INSTALLATION Ensure that the wall sleeve is installed squarely and is secured before installing the Remove the two shipping brackets holding the unit to the shipping pallet and unit. remove unit from the shipping pallet. ...

  • Page 17: Piping

     INSTALLATION CONTINUED PIPING (HOT WATER COILS) PIPING INSTALLATION: All piping must be adequately sized to meet the design water flow   requirements as specified for the specific installation. Piping must be installed in accordance with all applicable codes. Prior to making piping connections, contractor must clean and flush water loop system.

  • Page 18: Ductwork

       INSTALLATION CONTINUED OUTSIDE DUCTWORK ERV RETURN Discharge ductwork is normally used with these units. When return air ductwork is required, the unit is supplied with 2” [5.08cm] thick filter rack/duct collar for connection of return air ductwork. All ductwork must be installed in accordance with National Fire Protection Assoc.

  • Page 19: Condensate Drain

     INSTALLATION CONTINUED CONDENSATE DRAIN AIR FILTER The FRESH-PAK is designed so that the wall sleeve is the principle drain pan. Drain tubing ll indoor return air must be filtered. The preferred methods are: is factory installed which drains evaporator condensate though the bottom of the unit Use the factory supplied filter kit which attaches to the inlet of the evaporator.

  • Page 20: Electrical

       ELECTRICAL HIGH VOLTAGE     Disconnect all power supplies before servicing. Lock out/tag out to prevent accidental electrical shock. NOTE: There may be multiple power sources supplying the unit.  Use copper conductors only. Install all parts and panels before operation of unit. Failure to follow these warnings can result in injury or death.

  • Page 21: Controls

     CONTROLS ECO SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS – COOL MODE FIGURE 20 – ECO Sequence of Operations – Cool Mode  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 21...

  • Page 22: Eco Sequence Of Operations - Heat Mode

       CONTROLS ECO SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS – HEAT MODE FIGURE 21 – ECO Sequence of Operations – Heat Mode  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21)...

  • Page 23: Eco Series Control Module

    FIGURE 22 - ECO Series Control Module POWER-UP ANTI-SHORT CYCLE DELAY When power is first applied to the control, all timers are After any time the compressor output has been energized reset. The control will execute a random start delay before...

  • Page 24: Cooling Operation

    Temperature of 40°F [4.4°C] or less) the control will LOW AMBIENT HEATING LOCKOUT When the control is operating in first stage heating and the continue to operate for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, if “COOLING LOCKOUT” input is applied the control will the “COOLING LOCKOUT”...

  • Page 25: Auxiliary Heating Operation

    W1/Y (active) without “O” being active (Cooling Mode), The low speed evaporator fan and the first stage auxiliary and closing the cooling lockout sensor switch (24VAC heat outputs will be energized immediately when the “W2”...

  • Page 26: Erv Control Module

       CONTROLS CONTINUED ERV CONTROL MODULE FIGURE 23 - ERV Control Module ERV CONTROL MODULE KEY INTERFACE TYPE NOTE Analog Input B1, B2, B3, B4 1: Resistor NTC10k Analog Input X1, X2 1: Measuring 0---10V 2) Tacho puls (max. 300Hz) Analog / Digital (Binary) Input AI, BI 1: Measuring 0---10V...

  • Page 27: Erv Default Configuration

     CONTROLS CONTINUED ERV DEFAULT CONFIGURATION The controller’s I/O are preconfigured for the following applications:  Supply exhaust fan speed control Outside air damper control (on off)  Contact input for rapid ventilation (Fan boost) and occupied operating mode  Common alarm output ...
  • Page 28    CONTROLS CONTINUED OPERATING MODE SETTING ERV DEFAULT CONFIGURATION The settlings for the operating modes define the specific settings for the supply and OPERATING MODE CATEGORIES exhaust fans for all operating modes and for the speed and flow control strategies. These The following selectable operating modes belong to operating mode categories.
  • Page 29  CONTROLS CONTINUED ERV DEFAULT CONFIGURATION PRIORITY LIST Different functions require priorities over the other functions so that logical/critical DETECTING ICE ON THE HEAT EXCHANGER OR IN THE DUCT WORK operation can be guaranteed. Detecting ice on the heat exchanger or in the ductwork is possible. Safety functions (field configured) ...

  • Page 30: Erv Alarm Functions

       CONTROLS CONTINUED SHUTDOWN SEQUENCES: ERV DEFAULT CONFIGURATION Executed after normal operation or if startup is interrupted after step 4 is finished. OUTSIDE AIR DAMPERS (DMPSHOFFOA11Y) Shutdown sequence is not used in emergency situations. When ventilation is active the outside air dampers are always open. Damper(s) are Shutdown is initiated.

  • Page 31: Blower Speed

     CONTROLS CONTINUED BLOWER SPEED CONTROL FRESH-PAK units are equipped with a direct drive ECM blower motors. See Table 9 – FRESH-PAK Blower Data for airflow at different external static pressure. Select the motor speed according to the airflow and external static pressure. See wiring diagram located on unit.

  • Page 32: Field Erv Accessories

       FIELD ERV ACCESSORIES FIELD ERV ACCESSORIES CONNECTIONS FIGURE 25 - Field ERV Accessories Connections  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21)...
  • Page 33  FIELD ERV ACCESSORIES VERSION 1 (ANALOG) INSTALLATION 1. Power down FRESH-PAK unit.  2. Find the 120V relay in the FRESH-PAK control box. Refer to the wiring diagram (Page 36). And remove Must be Manufacturer approved. the 24V leads from the relay. 3.
  • Page 34    FIELD ERV ACCESSORIES CONTINUED VERSION 2 (DIGITAL) 1. Power down FRESH-PAK unit. 2. Refer to the Installation instructions provided with the 120V digital timer switch. 3. Find the 120V relay in the FRESH-PAK control box. Refer to the wiring diagram (Page 36). 4.

  • Page 35: Description Of Components

     LOCATION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS FIGURE 29 – Location of Major Components  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 35...

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagrams

       WIRING DIAGRAMS  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21)...
  • Page 37  WIRING DIAGRAMS WD85X004 9 & 12 FRESH-PAK HP 240V, 1 Element FIGURE 31 - WD85X004 9 & 12 Wiring Diagram  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 37...
  • Page 38    WIRING DIAGRAMS WD85X010 18 & 24 FRESH-PAK HP WITH 2 ELEMENTS FIGURE 32 - WD85X010 Wiring Diagram  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21)...

  • Page 39: Circuit Schematic

     CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC HEAT PUMP FIGURE 33 - Circuit Schematic (Heat Pump) COOLING & HOT WATER ONLY FIGURE 34 - Circuit Schematic (Cooling & Hot Water)  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 39...

  • Page 40: Startup Instructions

       STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS PRE-STARTUP CHECKS: FRESH-PAK COOLING/ELECTRIC HEAT UNITS:  Set thermostat system switch to “OFF” position and fan switch to “Auto” position. Apply power to the FRESH-PAK Unit.  Electrically ground the unit. Connect ground wire to ground lug. Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
  • Page 41  STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED FRESK PAK HEAT PUMP UNITS: FRESH-PAK COOLING WITH HOT WATER UNITS: Set thermostat system switch to “Off” position and fan switch to “Auto” Return thermostat set-point to a temperature warmer than room temperature and the compressor and outdoor fan should de-energize. The indoor blower position.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

       TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS & CORRECTIONS Power supply off Apply power; close disconnect. Blown Fuse Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Check for correct fuses. Voltage supply low If voltage is below minimum voltage specified on unit dataplate, contact lower power company. Set the fan to “ON”, the fan should run.
  • Page 43  TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS & CORRECTIONS Unit undersized Recalculate heating and cooling loads. If not excessive, possibly adding insulation will rectify the situation. Loss of conditioned air by leaks Check for leaks in ductwork or introduction of ambient air through doors or windows. Airflow Lack of adequate airflow or improper distribution of air.

  • Page 44: Erv Alarm Codes

       ERV ALARM CODES ALARM CODES (ERV) ALARM STATE SITUATION RELAY Normal Everything works normally Open Alarm, unacknowledged Problem detected by controller and alarm activated Closed Alarm, acknowledged Problem still existing, service man acknowledged the active alarm Open Normal, acknowledged Problem fixed / eliminated, alarm is acknowledged Open...
  • Page 45  FIGURE 36 - B-Alarms Application Operation Key B-ALARMS APPLICATIONS OPERATION KEY ALARM LOCKED UNACKNOWLEDGED Table 14 - B-Alarms Application Operation Key  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 45...
  • Page 46    ERV ALARM CODES CONTINUED AVAILABLE PARAMETERS AVAILABLE PARAMETERS ACKNOWLEDGE AND RESET BACNET OBJECT R/RW NOTE A-Alarm acknowledgement AalmAck 1: Ready MVAL,137 2: Acknowledge 3: Reset Automatic return to 1 B-Alarm acknowledgement BalmAck 1: Ready MVAL,133 2: Acknowledge Automatic return to 1 A-ALARMS BACNET OBJECT...
  • Page 47  ERV ALARM CODES CONTINUED CODE RANGES – HARDWARE CODE RANGES – HARDWARE CODE ALARM CLASS NAME/DESCRIPTION SOURCE PLANT LOCK BACNET OBJECT/COMMENT INFLUENCE OF ALARM 1001 Supply air temperature, Sensor fault System Stop Shutdown AHU TEh, Shutdown AHU/ No Heat exchanger supervision 1002 Exhaust air temperature, sensor fault System...
  • Page 48    ERV ALARM CODES CONTINUED CODE RANGES – COMMUNICATION CODE RANGES – HARDWARE ALARM PLANT CODE NAME/DESCRIPTION SOURCE BACNET OBJECT/COMMENT INFLUENCE OF ALARM CLASS LOCK I/O extension module, Modbus communication POS9 3005 System Same reaction as for each connection input active only if device configured fault Duct pressure sensor, Modbus communication...

  • Page 49: Maintenance & Service

     MAINTENANCE & SERVICE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FILTER To achieve maximum performance and service life of equipment, a formal schedule of The air filter and ERV filters should be cleaned or replaced every 30 days or more frequently regular maintenance should be established and adhered to. if severe operating conditions exist.

  • Page 50: Performance Tables

       PERFORMANCE TABLES ERV EFFECTIVENESS TABLE RECOVERY RELATIVE SUPPLY TEMPERATURE SUPPLY AIR FLOW HUMIDITY SENSIBLE LATENT TOTAL °C °F RH % Effectiveness % 62.4 41.9 54.7 70.7 53.6 65.4 59.7 38.5 52.7 65.4 41.9 56.2 Table 19 – ERV Effectiveness VENTILATION PERFORMANCE EXTERNAL STATIC SUPPLY...

  • Page 51: Support Material

     SUPPORT MATERIAL ASHRAE 62.2 VENTILATION STANDARD TABLES ASHRAE 62.2 CFM Sizing Chart NUMBER OF BEDROOMS / CFM FLOOR AREA >7 < 1500 1501 – 3000 3001 – 4500 4501 – 6000 6001 – 7500 > 7500 ANSI/ASHRAE STANDARD 62.2-2010 – Ventilation Air Requirements; values in cfm. The above chart outlines the minimum requirements for continuous ventilation.

  • Page 52: Startup & Performance Checklist

       STARTUP & PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST FIGURE 37 - Startup & Performance Checklist (1 of 2)  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21)...
  • Page 53  STARTUP & PEFORMANCE CHECKLIST CONTINUED FIGURE 38 - Startup & Performance Checklist (2 of 2)  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 53...

  • Page 54: Notes

       NOTES  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21)...
  • Page 55  NOTES  EFE, EPE, EFW Series – IOM (Rev. A 10/21) 55...
  • Page 56 8273 Moberly Lane Dallas, TX 75227 www.firstco.com The manufacturer works to continually improve its products and as a result, it reserves the right to change design and specifications without notice. ©2021 First Co., 8273 Moberly Lane, Dallas, TX 75227 ...

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