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Installation, Operation and Maintenance instruction MUAS 8 / MUAS 10 Makeup Air System (MUAS)
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Table of contents 1 Introduction ............1 Product Description........1 Intended Use ..........1 Document Description ........1 Fantech Warranty ........1 Product Overview ........1 Name Plate ..........2 1.6.1 Type Designation ......2 2 Safety ..............2 Safety definitions ......... 2 Safety Instructions ........
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Speak to Fantech for more information on how to install the Introduction product in different installation locations. Product Description Fantech Warranty This product is a galvanized sheet metal, insulated, rectan- gular filter supply fan. The cabinet features 1-inch eco- friendly mineral wool insulated panels, an 8–10 inch duct inlet and outlet, and an electronically commutated (EC) motor.
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Name Plate Note: Make sure the product’s voltage corresponds to the motor name plate. DOM: JUL 30, 2024 MO#: 1234567890 Model: MUAS Item#: Volts: Phase: Amps: Max. Temp. CFM: 0.20" w.c. Power rating: Made in USA with Global Components Fantech Logo 10.
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Safety Instructions Personal protective equipment Warning Use personal protective equipment during all work on the To decrease the risk of fire, electric shock, product. or injury, read and obey these warning in- • Approved eye protection structions before you do work on the product: •...
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Installation To Do Before the Installation of the Product You can use this product to replace kitchen exhaust air or You can install the MUAS vertically or horizontally. You can other continuously or intermittently operating powered ex- wall-mount it, suspend it from the ceiling, or install it on the haust systems.
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Note: Read and obey this section before you install the product. • When you install accessories, such as a motorized damp- • Because of the objectionable noise potential and the ther- er, obey the instruction manual that comes with that prod- mal discomfort this product can cause, plan to install the uct.
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To Put the Intake Hood in the Correct Position Note: This section only applies if you plan to install an intake hood for the supply of makeup air. Note: Use the guidelines that follow to put the intake hood in the correct position: •...
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Remove the filter packaging and install it correctly inside Install the door back onto the product. of the product. Make sure the arrow on the filter faces the correct way. If necessary, add support studs or blocks at the location Use four (4) threaded screws, four (4) washers, and four where the product will be installed.
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To Attach the Duct without To Install the Duct Heater Mounting Clamps (Optional) Note: Legend for Diagram If your product has mounting clamps, refer to section English Terminology Meaning To Attach the Duct. Front Front Use 1/4 in. (6 mm.) sheet metal screws to attach duct to the product.
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40 in. 1016 mm. 1/2 in. AIRFLOW 13 mm. MINIMUM SIDE 6 in. 1/2 in. 152 mm. [13 mm.] Fig. 9 Minimum Allowable Clearances Wall, ceiling, or obstruction Zero Clearances on bottom, back, and sides Fig. 10 Recommended Position for the Temperature 3.7.1 To Install the Temperature Sensor...
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Electrical connection Commissioning To Connect the Product to the To Do Before the Power Supply Commissioning • Make sure that the installation and electrical connection Note: are correctly done. The supplied current transducer is rated for 5 Vdc output • Visually examine the product and accessories for damage. at 10 amps.
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10 Adjust the FMAC “LT” trim pot to supply the necessary If the house pressure is negative, increase the speed of CFM from the MUAS. the MUAS with the “HT” trim pot. If the necessary min. CFM is not known, set the pot to With the “LT”...
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Use the four (4) removed screws to attach the FMAC Operation cover to the door again. Sequence of Operations When the FMAC receives a 0–5VDC signal from the current transducer that the compensated exhaust system is ener- gized, the FMAC outputs will engage. The FMAC will supply a 24VAC signal to engage the motor- ized damper (if applicable) to the open position.
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Maintenance To Maintain the Product Note: The supplied filter needs to be replaced every 6–12 months with a MERV-10 or -11 filter. Remove the four (4) screws that attach the door to the casing. Remove the door. Set the screws and the door to the side.
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Technical data Technical Data Overview Max. temperature of transported air, °F IP class Refer to the data sheet on the online catalogue at Fantech.net. Voltage, current, frequency Refer to the nameplate. Refer to section 1.6 Name Plate for more information. Motor data Refer to the motor nameplate or the technical documentation from the motor manufacturer.
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Note: Factory wire connections are shown as follows: High voltage wires are shown by thick, complete lines. Low voltage wires are shown by slim, complete lines. Note: Field wire connections are shown as follows: High voltage wires are shown by long dashes (115–120 Vac).
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