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USER MANUAL ERV-115R ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATOR This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict energy ® efficiency guidelines set by Natural Ressources Canada and the US EPA. This product meets ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Canada. OSAME115R...
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: • Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. •...
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 3 Congratulations on your purchase of an Energy Recovery Ventilator. Your new system will improve the quality of the air in your home for many years to come. THE QUALITY OF THE AIR IN HOMES TODAY. Homes today are built to be as energy efficient as possible.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 4 CONNECTING THE AIR EXCHANGER Note: Use 5 in. diameter ventilation ducts. Ducting has a strong effect on the air flow, noise and energy use of the fan. Use the shortest, straightest duct routing possible for best performance, and avoid installing the fan with smaller ducts than recommended.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 5 1.2 Insert the vents into the openings. A vent with a non-return damper must be used for the stale air outlet. 1.3 For each conduit connecting the outside to the inside, use insulated 1.3 For each conduit connecting the outside to the inside, use insulated.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 6 The exterior covering of the insulation, which acts as a vapor barrier, must be sealed to the exterior wall with exterior caulk[ideally soundproof] or ventilation adhesive tape. 1.6 Gently cover the joint with ventilation adhesive tape until completely sealed.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 7 2.2 Location of exhaust grilles: Exhaust stale air from areas where the worst air quality problems occur: the bathroom, kitchen and laundry room. Additional return air ducts from strategic locations can also be installed. 2.3 Location of supply grilles: Fresh air should be supplied to all habitable rooms from high locations on the wall or ceiling.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 8 2.5 Pass the flexible ducts through the walls and/or floors to where the diffusers are located. 2.6 Secure the flexible pipe to the diffuser collar using a nylon tie-wrap. Cover the joint with ventilation tape to ensure a tight seal.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 9 3. CONNECTING THE PIPES TO THE AIR EXCHANGER: 3.1 Use the same techniques as above for connecting insulated and non-insulated pipes to the air exchanger. 3.2 Pay attention to the identification of the ports, directly on the air exchanger: Connection to exterior vents using insulated pipes: - Fresh air IN:...
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 10 The ERV was designed to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in intermittent mode (20 minutes ON - 40 minutes OFF). Typically the system is designed, installed and calibrated by a specialized contractor to be very efficient and quiet.
ERV - User Manual PAGE 11 CONTROL-TIMER (SA-LT15)) INTER. Intermittent mode, 20 minutes ON in low speed 40 and minutes OFF. It’s recommended to leave the machine in this mode except when absent from home for prolonged periods. CONT. CONTINUOUS mode on low speed.
ERV - User Manual PAGE 12 DIGITAL WALL CONTROL (SA-LCD15) Economic mode High speed Continuous mode Low speed Humidity mode Recirculation mode Change filters Humidity % OFF mode OPERATING MODES ECONOMIC — Intermittent, 20 minutes in LOW speed and 40 minutes OFF. It’s recommended to select this mode except during an extended absence from home.
ERV - User Manual PAGE 13 When this indicator light is on, it’s time to change the filters. Scheduled every 6 months To reset, hold down the OK button for 10 seconds ECONOMIC MODE Select the desired mode using the arrows. By pressing the OK button CONT the current selection will flash.
ERV - User Manual PAGE 14 CONTINUOUS MODE Select the desired mode using the arrows. By pressing the OK button CONT HUMID the current selection will flash. RECIRC Press OK to confirm selection Select speed Press OK to confirm selection Current mode, speed and humidity %...
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 15 HUMIDITY MODE Select the desired mode using the arrows. By pressing the OK button CONT HUMID the current selection will flash. RECIRC Press OK to confirm selection Range 20% to 60% Setpoint + 1% Setpoint - 1% Press OK to confirm new setpoint...
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 16 MODE CONTINU Select the desired mode using the arrows. By pressing the OK button CONT HUMID the current selection will flash. RECIRC Press OK to confirm selection Select speed Press OK to confirm selection Current mode, speed and humidity %...
ERV - User Manual PAGE 17 MODE ARRÊT Select the desired mode using the arrows. By pressing the OK button CONT HUMID the current selection will flash. RECIRC Press OK to confirm selection Current mode and humidity %...
ERV - User Manual PAGE 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your ERV is equipped with two carbon filters Your system is equipped with 2 charcoal filters that protect the energy recovery core. It is recommended to replace these filters every 6 months. It is also very important to keep the recovery core clean.
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ERV - User Manual PAGE 19 CLEANING OF THE ENERGY RECOVERY CORE 1. Remove both filters as mentioned previously. 2. Remove the core from its location. It is normal for the core to be difficult to remove. Hold the block firmly and pull it towards you. 3.
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