Summary of Contents for EnviroCool EC-3040
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Page 1: Installation Manual
EnviroCool “The Fresh-Air Conditioning System” “The natural choice for energy savings” Installation Manual Model EC-4824 Horizontal Model EC-3040 Vertical Read carefully all of this manual prior to installing the unit. - Page 2 2. The best layout for the EnviroCool is to place it in the room or rooms that desire the lowest comfort level temperatures and are as far removed as possible from the location of the fans. The room closest to the EnviroCool will be coolest, and the rooms farthest from it will be the warmest.
- Page 3 System Sizing and Venting Home Size (Sq. Ft.) EnviroCool QC 1500 Fan QC 4500 Fan *Total Fans Venting Required 1,000 - 1,500 8 sq. ft. 1,500 - 1,750 12 sq. ft. 1,800 - 2,500 14 sq. ft. 2,500 - 3,000 16 sq.
- Page 4 Patio Dining Room Kitchen Family Room Patio Living Room Garage Second Floor Plan Legend Bedroom Bedroom EnviroCool Bath QC 1500 Fan QC 4500 Fan Bedroom Air movemet Master Air direction Bedroom Bath QC fan air intake (when used with open windows)
- Page 5 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, always disconnect power and unplug pump motorbefore installation or performing maintenance Make sure EnviroCool cabinet is properly grounded to a suitable ground connection for maximum safety. Avoid Backdrafts Care should be taken to avoid backdrafting combustion appliances that are installed in the conditioned space.
- Page 6 Place the template on the outside wall and draw the outline. Skilsaw (circular saw) to the outline. A diamond saw blade works best. Set the blade depth to the wall thickness plus approx. ¼”. If electric wire is encountered in the opening, turn off the power to that circuit and then cut the wire in two at the center of the opening.
- Page 7 With water supply turned on, check for correct operation of float valve. Water should fill pan to approx. ¼” to ¾” below top of plastic overflow tube. Install media holder by attaching to mainframe with (4) #10 x 5/8 sheet metal screws.
- Page 8 QuietCool fan installation instructions Now that you have determined in which areas you would like to install your QuietCool fans, it’s time to go into your attic to mark the exact location for each install from above. When you find a location, move the insulation away to get a clear view. Make sure the template fits between the framing, and there are no other obstructions in your chosen location.
- Page 9 VERY IMPORTANT! Remove the shipping tape from the back draft dampers. Make sure the dampers will open and close easily and without obstruction. VERY IMPORTANT! Make sure the fan blade spins freely. This is very important to system operation. Repeat these steps at each location Once all of the QuietCool fans are hung, it’s time to go below and install the ceiling box and ceiling grill at each intake location.
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Page 10: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram Power Source 2 wire with ground Romex cable Junction QC1500 Fan Receptacles 3 wire with ground One Gang Box Romex cable 3 wire with ground Romex cable QC4500 Fan Receptacles QuietCool Control Box Attic Side In from Junction Box In Home Side 3 wire with ground Romex cable... -
Page 11: Parts List
EnviroCool System Components Detail Splash Guard Water Distributor Pipe Exterior Cover Water Feed Tube Insulated Dampers Interior Grill (not shown) Winterizing Insulation Board Insect Screen Rigid Cooling Media Water Reservoir Electrical Connection Box Water Pump Water Shut Off Remote module... - Page 12 Manufactured by “The Whisper Quiet Whole House Fan System” QC 4500 fan QC 1500 fan EC-3040 vertical EnviroCool EC-4824 horizontal EnviroCool Rev. 9.08...
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