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HRV / ERV INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RERV-D100SA Enthalpy Core "This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict ® energy efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and the USEPA. This product meets ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Canada." 4 Pine Street, Toronto, ON, Canada M9N 2Y8 T: 416-247-0045...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGING INSPECTION WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK Open the box and check to make sure all the parts and OR INJURY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: accessories are present and in good condition. If you find Read all the instructions carefully before installation, any parts missing or any shipping damage please contact operation or maintenance of the unit.
Wiring Diagram : Superior ECM with & without DIP Switch Optional Accessories (Not Supplied) a) Timer Switch (TC100-5V) (old/new) Note: b) Wall Switch Up to 4 Timer Switches (TC 100-5V) c) Dehumidistat and one intermittent switch (IC 100-5V) d) Time Delay Switch (TC100-120 & TC100-120P) can be connected to control board of HRV/ERV by using three 24 AWG (min.) e) Master On/Off...
Wiring Diagram (cont’d) Furnace / Fan-Coil / Heat Pump Interlock: W A R N I N G Never connect a 120 volt AC circuit to the terminals of the furnace/fan-coil/heat pump interlock (Standard Wiring). Only use the low voltage class 2 circuit. Standard Interlock Wiring THERMOSTAT TERMINALS FOUR W IRE...
HRV and ERV Typical Installations Typical Installations for House Fully Ducted System This is a stand alone HRV/ERV system which is not connected to a force air system. Stale air is drawn from key areas of the home (bathroom, kitchen) while fresh air is supplied to main living areas.
HRV and ERV Typical Installations (cont’d) HORIZONTAL • 32” clearance is recommended for cleaning of the core/servicing the unit. (use appropriate access door size) • Dampers are installed for horizontal installation. For vertical installation both dampers have to be turned so they can open properly and close when there is any backdraft. •...
HRV and ERV Typical Installations (cont’d) Typical Installations of Single Vents & Access door CAULKING GRILLE Metal Clamp - 3 SIDES ONLY, NOT ON BOTTOM Insulation Intake Exhaust Duct Insulation Wallbox CAULKING WALLBOX - CAULK WALLBOX TO STRUCTURE ON ALL 4 SIDES Grille Backdraft Minimum 5 Feet...
Air Flow Balancing For units without built-in true Automatic Electronic Air-balancing and for cross verification only Balancing Procedure It is required to have balanced air flows in an HRV/ERV. The volume of air brought in from the outside must equal the volume of air exhausted by the unit while running at normal speed. If the air flows are not properly balanced, then: •...
Air Flow Balancing (cont’d) DUCT DIAM CROSS SECTION AREA P" Note:(Option #2) Ø5 Ø6 *For balancing, extension box cover plate is 5" 0.136 sq. ft. 0.010 0.004 provided with 3 holes on supply side and 3 6" 0.196 sq. ft. 0.012 0.006 holes on exhaust side.
Maintenance (cont’d) Annual Maintenance Repeat steps 1 to 5 from the previous section and continue with the following steps: 1. Clean the HRV and ERV core: - Remove filters, Loosen the core locking bracket, Remove the core, carefully grip ends of core and pull evenly outward HRV Core >...
Troubleshooting (cont’d) PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION - loose connection - check connection 4.Timer switch 20/40/60 minute / - the switch may be defective - replace the timer switch intermittent Switch light - turn off the HRV/ERV bracker - reset the main controller doesn't stay on - fresh air duct maybe frozen - check and remove the ice...
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