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PHRV(R) Series Heat Recovery Ventilator PHRV 140 IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT PHRV 150 CAUTION - Before installation, careful consideration must be given to how this system PHRV 200 will operate if connected to any other piece of mechanical equipment, i.e. a forced air furnace or air handler, operating at a higher static.
PHRV 150 & PHRV 200 ..................5 a limited lifetime warranty. PHRVR 305 ....................7 • The motors found in all Powrmatic HRV’s PHRV 140, PHRVR 155 & PHRVR 205............... 9 require no lubrication, and are factory balanced to prevent vibration and promote OPERATION......................11 silent operation.
PHRVR Series PHRVR 160 & PHRVR 210 SPECIFICATIONS CASE 22 gauge galvanized steel on the PHRV 210 & 24 gauge galvanized steel on the PHRVR 160. Baked powder coated paint, grey. Insulated with 1" (25 mm) high density polystyrene foam to prevent condensation and meet the requirements of the Underwriters Laboratories 94HB.
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PHRVR 160 & PHRVR 210 Series Dimensions port for recirculation defrost type models only 6" Model PHRVR 160 " (56mm) " (596mm) " (67mm) " (441mm) " (441mm) PHRVR 210 " (56mm) " (707mm) " (67mm) " (441mm) " (520mm) Fan Performance Performance Data Airflow (L/s)
PHRV Series PHRV 150 & PHRV 200 SPECIFICATIONS CASE 22 gauge galvanized steel on the PHRV 200 & 24 gauge galvanized steel on the PHRV 150. Baked powder coated paint, grey. Insulated with 1" (25 mm) high density polystyrene foam to prevent condensation and meet the requirements of the Underwriters Laboratories 94HB.
PHRVR 305 SPECIFICATIONS CASE 22 gauge galvanized steel. Baked powder coated paint, grey. Insulated with 1" (25 mm) high density polystyrene foam to prevent condensation and meet the requirements of the Underwriters Laboratories 94HB. MOTORS Two (2) German-manufactured, factory-balanced ebm™ motors with backward curved blades. Motors come with permanently lubricated sealed bearings guarantee long life and maintenance-free operation.
FILTERS Two (2) Washable Electrostatic Panel Type Air Filters, polypropylene heat recovery core. The HRV then distributes PHRV 140 & PHRVR 155 is 8.5" (216mm) x 15" (380mm) x the preheated fresh filtered air throughout the home by 0.125" (3mm), PHRVR 205 is 11.75" (298mm) x 15"...
OPERATION A Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) is designed to bring fresh air into a building while exhausting an equal amount of stale air. During the winter months, the incoming cold fresh air is warmed by utilizing the heat recovered from the stale air before it is exhausted to the outdoors. During summer months when the indoor space is air conditioned, the HRV will help in cooling the incoming fresh air with the stale air that is being exhausted.
OPERATION (CONT'D) OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROLS * All controls are low voltage. 18 to 24 PRACTICAL gauge wire is recommended. TIPS Dehumidistat I - The wall mount dehumidistat monitors the humidity level in the area it is installed. When the humidity level rises above the desired set-point, the HRV will activate to high speed/override mode.
INSTALLATION PRACTICAL TIPS LOCATION The HRV must be located in a heated space where it will be possible to conveniently service the unit. Typically the HRV would be located in the mechanical room or an area close to the outside •...
INSTALLING DUCTS GOING TO / FROM OUTSIDE A well designed and installed ducting system will allow the HRV to operate at its maximum efficiency. Always try to keep duct runs as short and straight as possible. See Installation Diagrams for installation examples. INSTALLING THE DUCTING PRACTICAL TO THE WEATHERHOODS...
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INSTALLING DUCTS TO / FROM INSIDE To maximize airflow in the ductwork system, all ducts should be kept short and have as few bends or elbows as possible. Forty-five degree are preferred to 90º elbows. Use “Y” tees instead of 90º elbows whenever possible. All duct joints must be fastened with screws or duct sealant and wrapped with a quality duct tape to prevent leakage.
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INSTALLING DUCTS TO / FROM INSIDE (CONT'D) Exhaust Air Ducting The stale air exhaust system is used to draw air from the points in the house where the worst air quality problems occur. It is recom- mended that return air ducts be installed in the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room. Additional return air ducts from strategic locations (i.e.
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all ductwork is sized and installed as designed to ensure the system will perform as intended. All air movement devices have a performance curve. The amount of air (CFM) that an HRV will deliver is directly related to the total external static pressure (E.S.P.) of the system.
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES (CONT'D) Example diagram only-duct configuration may change depending on model DIRECT CONNECTION of the SUPPLY AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN (Stale air drawn from key areas of home) Partially Dedicated System Exhaust Central Control - optional Stale air drawn from key areas of Bathroom home (bathroom, kitchen, laundry)
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES (CONT'D) Example diagram only-duct configuration may change depending on model DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPLY AIR STREAM and EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN Simplified Installation Option 1 (Return/Return Method) • HRV must be balanced •...
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INSTALLATION EXAMPLES (CONT'D) Example diagram only-duct configuration may change depending on model DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPLY AIR STREAM & EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN & SUPPLY AIR SIDE Simplified Installation Option 2 (Supply/Return Method) •...
AIR FLOW BALANCING CAUTION • If the unit’s airflows are not properly balanced... - The unit may not operate at it’s maximum efficiency. - Heat recovery core damage may occur. - The unit’s use could cause negative or positive pressure in your home causing cold air to enter or other combustible equipment to backdraft. - The unit may not defrost properly.
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AIR FLOW BALANCING (CONT'D) AIRFLOW STATION (GRID) METHOD 1 For this flow measuring station, cut 2 Before taking the reading, make sure 3 Adjust the “Supply Air Out” damper the duct and place the flow that the magnehelic gauge is level until you reach the desired velocity.
MAINTENANCE CAUTION MAKE SURE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE WORK The following components should also be inspected regularly and well maintained. PRACTICAL Filters need to be checked regularly TIPS • To prevent electrical shock, FILTERS check that the unit is The filters (2) need to be unplugged before doing checked and cleaned every...
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Causes Solutions Air is too dry Dehumidistat control is set too low Increase the desired level of humidity. Change ventilation mode from continuous mode to standby. HRV out of balance Balance HRV Reduce the desired level of humidity. Combine this step with use of con- Dehumidistat control is set too high Air is too humid tinuous exchange mode.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT'D) ELECTRICAL CONNEC- Standard Accessory Control Contact Standard Furnace Interlock Wiring TION TO A FURNACE THERMOSTAT TERMINALS PRACTICAL TIPS FOUR WIRE Caution: TWO WIRE heating only • Never connect a 120 volt AC circuit to the terminals of the Accessory Control Contacts.
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