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2. When performing duct connection to furnace installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards Please refer to your local building code CAUTION When performing connection to the furnace ducts Method 1 these ducts must be sized to support the additional airflow produced by the HRV ERV Also the supply duct must be metal duct with a backdraft damper to prevent the risk of overheating HRV ERV There are two methods figures 12 and 13 for connecting the unit to the furnace Method 1 Return supply Method 2 Return return METAL DUCT WITH BACKDRAFT DAMPER NOT LESS THAN 10 3 1 THAN 10 3 1 Figure 12 Figure 13 Stale air intake Cut an opening into the furnace return duct not less than 10 feet 3 1 m from the furnace B Connect this opening to the stale air intake port on the HRV ERV as shown Fresh air distribution Same instructions as for Method 1 or Method 2 Section 5 4 2 For method 2 return return make sure there is a distance of at least 3 feet 0 9 m between both connections to the furnace CAUTION If using Method 2 make sure the furnace blower operation is synchronized with the HRV ERV operation See Section 7 4 NOTE For Method 1 it is not essential to synchronize the furnace blower operation with the HRV ERV operation but we recommend it 12 5 Installation 5 5 CONNECTING DUCT
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7. 2 product marking for proper fuse rating and check product If the replacement fuse blows short circuit may be present and the product should be discarded or returned to an authorized service facility for examination and or repair E 9 P gt o 5 9 ud o o G 9 gt c 6 o gt D 9 5 o 2 5 2 lt lt o 5 o g 2 9 gt o gt 5 5 5 5 E k 5 o o o E res D iring 8 NWARNING Risk of electrical shocks Before performing any maintenance or servicing always disconnect the unit from its power si 109 Aejay si Aejay 0 AsO MOTISA seues esn4 SLIHM WER Bunov 3isej ovz 00 922 esngienri 9513 4315411932 WSO GALSIT 431512345 1 eBueuoxa3 zon CH CH LN AV I3H NOILONNA NOLLO3NNOO ON Aug 2 sept eq 4 UB 941 2809 40109 91314 pue
8. Operation time min between each defrost cycle Operation time min Celcius C between each defrost cycle Fahrenheits F Defrosting min Defrosting min 5 15 27 NOTE THE UNIT PERFORMANCE CHARTS ARE LISTED ON THEIR OWN SPECIFICATION SHEETS TO ACCESS THOSE DOCUMENTS 23 5 17 VISIT WWW VANEE VENT 32 32 20 10 10 10 LATION COM CANADIAN UNITS OR WWW BROAN COM U S A UNITS 30 20 15 3 Technical Data 34 DIMENSIONS Models numbers emen 30 768mm 13 349mm 1001 ERV T 1001 HRV HRV100H ERV100HC 20 508mm VK0040A 2 63mm Models numbers B 152 30 768mm 19 4 2001 ERV ENS 2001 HRV HRV200H 200 20 508mm VK0039A 2 63mm 3 5 CONTROLS AND FURNACE LINK OPTION Main controls Optional controls Link option Platinum Canada only 20 minute push button for HRV100H and e Furnace interlock Basic Can VT1W U S A HRV200H models only use with forced air systems VT2W U S A only 20 40 60 minute push button for all other models 60 minute crank timer Humidity Control 3 6 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBERS 1001 ERV 1001 HRV HRV100H ERV100HC 2001 ERV 2001 HRV HRV200H ERV200HC 65 Ib 30 kg 73 Ib 33 kg Port diameter 6 152 mm 6 152 mm Drain diameter 1 2 12 mm 1
9. humidity level during fall winter and spring This control should not airflow control that gives the customer the choice between the low be installed in a house already equipped with other main controls high speed or the OFF REMOTE position This OFF except the 3 position switch You will find a relative humidity REMOTE position does not deactivate the optional controls scale instead of a temperature scale meant to reduce the window condensation problems U S A MopELs DH100W HuniDiTY CANADIAN MODELS PLATINUM CONTROL OFF Position X X Intermittent exchange TBI 20 ON 40 OFF Intermittent exchange OR OFF ON OFF or ON Recirculation Low speed continuous exchange High speed continuous exchange SMART entirely automatic mode optimizing ventilation Program programs the desired ventilation according to the period of the day Recirculation manual mode performing air recirculation inside the house Humidity control Relative humidity scale 96 Indoor condensation control Temperature scale DETECTOR Outdoor Temperature Mode indicator Air exchange indicator Condensation Polluant control max speed indicator Maintenance indicator INDICATORS Day and hour indicators Sliding button Push button SWITCHES 15 6 Control Devices cont d 6 2 OPTIONAL CONTROLS LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON REMOTE 20 MINUTE SWITCH This remote illu
10. runs when the unit is in operation but we recommend it SEE 5 4 2 FOR DETAILS VHO0025 42 SIMPLIFIED VOLUME VENTILATION For homes with forced air heating See figure 3 or 4 Fresh air and exhaust air flow through the furnace ducts which simplifies the installation The use of bathroom fans and a range hood is suggested to better exhaust stale air NOTE For the installation type shown in figure 4 furnace blower should be running when the unit is in operation SEE 5 4 3 FOR DETAILS FOR DETAILS 5 Installation Z WARNING When applicable local regulations comprises more restrictive installation and or certification requirements the aforementioned requirements prevail on those of this document and the installer agrees to conform to these at his own expenses When performing installation servicing or cleaning the unit it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves INSPECT THE CONTENTS OF THE Box e Inspect the exterior of the unit for shipping damage Ensure that there is no damage to the door door latches door hinges dampers duct collars cabinet etc e Inspect the interior of the unit for damage Ensure that the fan motor assembly recovery core insulation dampers damper actuator and drain pan are all intact e the unit was damaged during shipping contact your local distributor Claim must be made within 24 hours after delivery e Use checklist included
11. 0 4 0 AD KAD NIVW ZH09 SILON 330 ON 31ON 39NVHOX3 5 9 OLE Q33dS uonoeuuo2 source This product employs overload protection fuse A blown fuse indicates an overload or short circuit situation If the fuse blows unplug the product from the outlet Replace the fuse as per the servicing instructions follow product marking for proper fuse rating and check the product If the replacement fuse blows a short circuit may be present and the product should be discarded or returned to an authorized service facility for examination and or repair NO 34O NO HOLIMS 1948 c IH B S R bass 9 Ei IN SES van SER HOSN3S gt E H m a3univuadWal 1 Y ALON HOOZAHH HOOLAHH 9 Air Flow Balancing WHAT YOU NEED TO BALANCE THE UNIT e magnehelic gauge capable of measuring O to 0 25 inch of water 0 to 62 5 Pa and 2 plastic tubes e Flow Measuring Stations or two flow collars the size will vary depending on the duct diameter VP0005 Flow collar Flow measuring station PRELIMINARY STAGES TO BALANCE THE UNIT e all uni
12. 0887 00887 00887 _ 00887 00887 00887 Hinge assembly 00672 00672 00672 00672 _ 00672 00672 00672 Filter 03096 03096 03097 03097 _ 03096 _ 03096 03097 Switch E69 10A 01825 01825 01825 01825 01825 01825 01825 Damper assembly no 2 12643 12643 12649 12649 12643 12643 12649 Plastic balancing damper 02253 02253 02253 02253 02253 02253 02253 Damper rod 12620 12620 12620 12620 12620 12620 12620 Double collar port no 5 02021 02021 02021 02021 02021 02021 02021 Damper no 1 12459 12459 12459 12459 12459 12459 12459 Damper actuator assembly 03124 03124 03124 03124 03124 03124 03124 z Please take note parts not listed are not available those parts require assembly knowledge that only manufacturer can guarantee TO ORDER PARTS Contact your local distributor 1 8 TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR ASSISTANCE For assistance call on week days 8 30 AM to 5 00 PM Eastern Standard Time Technical Support Department Canada Tel 1 888 908 2633 for distributors only U S A Tel 1 800 637 1453 NOTE Do not call these numbers for ordering parts eunjsiow sseoxe 40 pue HOOZAHH HOOLAYH AHH 002 AHH 100 5 1800 HO0LAH3 1008 AYA 100 579800 AHF 19 3NOZ ysoujap Ap
13. 1 from the top of the pail in order to prevent water from being drawn back up into the unit Cut 2 sections of plastic tubing about 12 305 mm long and attach them to each drain fitting Join the 2 short sections to the T junction and main tube as shown VD0231A Make a water trap loop in the tube to prevent the unit from drawing unpleasant odors from the drain source Make sure this loop is located BELOW the T as shown This will prevent water from being drawn back up into the unit in case of negative pressure Run the tube to the floor drain or to an alternative drain pipe or pail Be sure there is a slight slope for the run off 6 Control Devices 6 1 MAIN CONTROLS CAUTION All models require a main control del VT1W model U S A VT2W model areae dad Basic model Canada U S A Canada CONDENSATION CONTROL CONDENSATION CONTROL CONDENSATION CONTROL MAXIMUM SPEED AIR EXCHANGE IN PROGRESS Kai _ CONTINUOU VC0104 j VC0027 VCO0028 Humidity Control 3 position switch Designed primarily for use with our low price HRV Heat Recovery Some model may come with a 3 position mounted switch on the Ventilator units the Humidity Control helps control indoor maximum electrical box on the exterior lower right front side It is basically an
14. 2 12 mm Chains spring and hooks provided with U S A units Straps and washers provided with Canadian units Motor Speed High and low speeds factory set optional increased low speed BLUE wire Electrical Supply 120 V 60 Hz 120 V 60 Hz Power consumption 150 Watts 225 Watts Installation 4 Typical Installation There are three 3 common installation methods 4 1 Fuuv DucrED SYSTEM Primarily for homes with radiant hot water or electric baseboard heating See figure 1 Moist stale air is exhausted from the high humidity areas in the home such as bathrooms kitchen and laundry room Fresh air is supplied to bedrooms and principal living areas If required bathroom fans and a range hood may be used to better exhaust stale air Homes with more than one level require at least one exhaust register at the highest level FOR DETAILS 4 2 ExHAUST DucrED SvsrEM SOURCE POINT VENTILATION For homes with forced air heating See figure 2 Moist stale air is exhausted from the high humidity areas in the home such as bathrooms kitchen and laundry room Fresh air is supplied to the cold air return or the supply duct of the furnace If required bathroom fans and a range hood may be used to better exhaust stale air Homes with more than one level require at least one exhaust register at the highest level NOTE For this type of installation it is not essential that the furnace blower
15. 5 6 INSTALLING THE EXTERIOR HOODS CAUTION models require an exhaust hood with a backdraft damper This damper closes when the unit is off and prevents unwanted cold air from entering the house 6 152 Choose appropriate location for installing the exterior hoods em WM e At a minimum distance of 6 feet 1 8 m between the hoods to 457 KS avoid cross contamination EXHAUST HOOD Ata minimum distance of 18 inches 457 mm from the ground Make sure the intake hood is at least 6 feet 1 8 m away from any of the following Dryer exhaust high efficiency furnace vent central vacuum vent Gas meter exhaust gas barbecue grill Any exhaust from a combustion source Garbage bin and any other source of contamination Refer to figure 15 for connecting the insulated duct to the hoods Place the FRESH AIR INTAKE sticker provided in the installation kit on corresponding hood An Anti Gust Intake Hood should be installed in regions where a lot of snow is expected to fall Figure 15 vp0028 gt t t 12 12 305 mm 305 mm sof 5 7 CONNECTING THE DRAIN Y ec TIE WRAP 2 TO DRAIN 3 Vooott 0003 Attach the 2 plastic drain fittings to the unit using the gaskets washers and nuts as shown If using a pail to collect water locate the tube end approximately
16. INUTE PUSH BUTTON TIMER Available only for HRV100H and HRV200H 8 Not available for HRV100H and HRV200H models models Activate the push button A Activate the push button Within 2 seconds push one time for 20 minutes two times for Results expected N 40 minutes or three times for a 60 minute 1 Motor speed High for 20 minutes activation 2 Indicator light goes ON Results expected 3 Air exchange indicator light goes ON 1 Motor speed High for 20 40 or 60 minutes VT2W control only 2 Indicator light goes ON and flashes every 5 seconds one time to indicate a cz 20 minute operation two times for a 40 minute and three times for a 60 minute operation 3 Air exchange indicator light goes ON VT2W control only NOTE To stop activation push one more time 60 MINUTE CRANK TIMER Activate the timer Results expected 1 Motor speed High for either 20 40 or 60 minutes 2 Air exchange indicator light goes ON VT2W control only High speed activation time Position of dial 20 minutes 1 to 19 40 minutes 20 to 39 60 minutes 40 to 60 VC0017 11 Maintenance Instructions for User Risk of electrical shocks Before performing any maintenance or servicing always disconnect the unit from its power source Review with the user the steps required for the regular maintenance of her his ventilation system These steps are described in deta
17. Installer Manual VENTILATION SYSTEMS vanEE Canadian Model Numbers Broan U S A Model Numbers 1001 HRV fags 2001 HRV T 7 2 5 1001 ERV 2001 ERV 7 1 0 33 0 9 2 HRV100H HRV200H ERV100HC ERV200HC These products earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and the US EPA They meet ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Canada 03119 rev D Table of Contents 1 11 12 13 SERVICE e e a a 3D DAWNO 3 1 2 Parts Ordering Chart 4 1 9 Technical ele en dE A UNIT TYPE amp DEFROST SETTING VS GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION ENEE 5 TECHNICAL DATA ED 6 7 3 1 Air Distribution Normal Operation 6 3 2 Air Distribution DefroSt Mode uii cessed tiere dd nai ke a En CIERRE DR heen ain ies 6 3 37 eyele table Pm 6 3 4 DIMENSIONS 7 3 5 Controls and Furnace Link Option 7 3 6 5 t A EEE 7 TYPICAL INSTALLATION cR
18. S TO THE UNIT Insulated flexible duct Use the following procedure for connecting the insulated flexible duct to the ports on the unit exhaust to outside and fresh air from outside a Pull back the insulation to expose the flexible duct b Connect the interior flexible duct to the port using a duct tie Carefully seal the connection with duct tape d Pull the insulation over the joint and tuck it between the inner and outer rings of the double collar e Pull the vapor barrier over the insulation and over the outer ring of the double collar f Apply duct tape to the joint making an airtight seal Avoid compressing the insulation when you pull the tape tightly around the joint Compressed insulation loses its R value and causes water dripping due to condensation on the exterior surface of the duct CAUTION Make sure that the vapor barrier on the insulated ducts does not tear during installation to avoid condensation within the duct d e f SPW 1 VJ0001 VJ0002 0003 0004 VJ0005 Rigid duct Use duct tape to connect the rigid ducts to the ports CAUTION Do not use screws to connect rigid ducts to the ports Make sure that the 2 balancing dampers are left in a fully open position before connecting the ducts to these ports fresh air distribution port and stale air exhaust port as shown on figure 14 4 VJ0009 Figure 14 13 5 Installation
19. aded to a Platinum or VT1W control can be upgraded to a VT2W in the future see table in Section 6 4 below for control availability according to the units 6 4 MAIN AND OPTIONAL CONTROLS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR UNIT MAIN CONTROLS OPTIONAL CONTROLS MopEL DH100W VT1W VT2W Platinum 20 40 60 MINUTE 20 MINUTE 60 MINUTE FURNACE NUMBER HuMiDITY CONTROL E PUSH BUTTON TIMER PUSH BUTTON TIMER TIMER INTERLOCK Le EE HRV100H OPTIONAL KIT HRV200H PART NO 12658 16 7 Installation of Controls 7 1 DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAIN CONTROLS CONTROL DH100W Basic VT1W PLATINUM AND VT2W VOLTAGE 12 volts DC VOLTAGE 12 volts DC DIMENSIONS 5 x 5 x 13 8 DIMENSIONS 4 x4 x1 127 mm x 127 mm x 35 mm 107 mm x 102 mm x 26 mm 13 8 35 mm 1 5 127 mm 4 gt COD lt 414 107 mm gt lt gt N A zb a 3 3 3 3 CDD VC0016A di i mm FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW 7 2 INSTALLATION OF THE MAIN CONTROL WARNING Always disconnect the unit before making any connections Failure in disconnecting power could result in electrical shock or damage of the control or electronic module inside the unit CAUTION Failure to comply with the following can cause erratic operation of the unit Never install more than one optional control per unit Keep control low vo
20. and for the two end branches leading to the registers See figure 8 Solution Simplified method For a more detailed method of calculating duct size refer to the ASHRAE or HRAI HANDBOOK Main duct Table above indicates 6 8 duct Recommended air flow 120 cfm maximum air flow 180 cfm The high speed air flow of 140 cfm is close enough to the recommended value 120 and far enough away from the maximum value 180 Therefore a 6 duct or larger is an appropriate choice for the main exhaust duct End branches Each end branch will have to transport an air flow of 70 cfm 140 divided by 2 Table above indicates a 5 duct Recommended air flow 75 cfm maximum air flow 110 cfm The high speed air flow of 70 cfm is close enough to the recommended value 75 and far enough away from the maximum value 110 Therefore a 5 duct or larger is appropriate choice for the 2 end branches 4 duct would have been too small because the maximum acceptable value for a AO duct is 60 cfm Example of a design for a fully ducted system for a unit having a high speed performance of 222 cfm See figure 9 6 138 10004 7 Q 222 7 222 Figure 9 10 5 Installation 5 4 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS Z WARNING Never install a stale air exhaust register in a room where a combustion device is such as a gas furnace a gas water heater or a fireplace CAUTION The
21. control scenarios to be tested RESULTS EXPECTED CONDENSATION CONTROL SET AIR SUPPLY SET THE CONDENSATION CONTROL TO CONTROL DIAL TO FAN EXCHANGE MAX SPEED SPEED INDICATOR INDICATOR A B 1 Off maximum counterclockwise On Off Off 2 Off maximum clockwise On Off Off A 3 Min maximum counterclockwise Low On Off 4 Min maximum clockwise High On On maximum counterclockwise High On Off 6 maximum clockwise High On On E 7 Intermittent maximum counterclockwise a eger 20 20 ONTINUOU NTER 8 Intermittent maximum clockwise High On On vco028 Platinum Canada At its very start up the Platinum control will perform a booting sequence before being ready to operate The booting sequence is done when the hour display is flashing Refer to the installation sheet included with the Platinum control for more details in programming and setting preferences Humidity Main Control Turn dial to maximum clockwise position Results expected Motor speed changes to high NOTE Appearance may vary HUMIDITY CONTROL VCO0031 25 10 Overall Verification cont d 10 2 OPrioNAL CONTROLS First turn OFF the main control device Basic VT1W VT2W Platinum or 3 Position Switch before checking the remote optional control s 20 MINUTE PUSH BUTTON 20 40 60 M
22. ct tape Write the required air flow information on a label and stick it near the unit for future reference date maximum speed air flows your name phone number and business address NOTES Most flow collar kits provide a conversion chart located on the collar which enables you to convert magnehelic gauge readings to equivalent cfm values The unit is considered balanced even if there is a difference of 10 cfm 0 015 inch w g between the two air flow readings If you are only using one flow collar or one Flow Measuring Station then after completing the first reading transfer this measuring device to the other side of the unit and take the second reading 24 10 Overall Verification 10 1 MAIN CONTROLS This procedure allows the installer to verify that all modes of operation are fully functional During the verification of a main control make sure that all optional remote controls are inactive Basic Canada VT1W U S A 6 different control scenarios to be tested SET THE SET THE CONDENSATION RESULTS EXPECTED SLIDER SWITCH CONTROL DIAL TO FAN SPEED 1 Off maximum counterclockwise Motor off 2 Off maximum clockwise Motor off 3 Min maximum counterclockwise Low speed 4 Min maximum clockwise High speed AR SUPPIY CONTRO 5 Max maximum counterclockwise High speed 6 Max maximum clockwise High speed AR EXCHANGE VC0027 VT2W U S A 8 different
23. ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all applicable codes 5 4 1 Fully Ducted System as illustrated in Section 4 1 Stale air exhaust ductwork Install registers in areas where contaminants are produced kitchen bathrooms laundry room etc Install registers 6 to 12 inches 152 to 305 mm from the ceiling on an interior wall OR install them in the ceiling Install the kitchen register at least 4 feet 1 2 m from the range top If possible measure the velocity of the air flowing through the registers If the velocity is higher than 400 ft min 122 m min then the register type is too small Replace with a larger one Fresh air distribution ductwork Install registers in bedrooms dining room living room and basement Install registers either in the ceiling or high on the walls with air flow directed towards the ceiling The cooler air will then cross the upper part of the room and mix with room air before descending to occupant level If a register must be floor installed direct the air flow up the wall Exhaust Ducted System Source Point Ventilation as illustrated in Section 4 2 Stale air exhaust ductwork Same as for Fully Ducted System described on Section 5 4 1 Fresh air distribution When performing duct connection to furnace installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards Please refer to your local building code CAUTION When perf
24. elay will then have to be installed NOTE For HRV100H and HRV200H units always use the alternate furnace interlock wiring STANDARD FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING ALTERNATE FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING Unit Control Module 9 PIN AMP PLUG THERMOSTAT TERMINALS THERMOSTAT TERMINAL FOUR WIRES TWO WIRES heating only gt UNIT CONTROL CONNECTOR J3 252wo2o0 0 o eeooooooo IOCOLY B FURNACE 24 VOLT TERMINAL BLOCK TERMINAL BLOCK Z WIRES COOLING SYSTEM TWO WIRES COOLING SYSTEM FURNACE INTERLOCK RELAY PART NO 12658 VE0010A 20 5 109 Aejay MOTNJA A349 si loo Aejay 0 eBueuoxa3 ZOO 3LIHM N33H9 39NvHO NOLLO3NNOO ON MOv Ig 2805 80105 3HIM 91314 39VEIOA v sales 9 4524 00 922 esnjrenr 3613 INN 431511932 VSO G3 sr Sepp eq 4 UEL eoeuun 941 pue sepoo e qeoidde uii ysnw Dia 241 Buiqni
25. ess the door may be defective switch and see if the port damper opens If it doesn t open feed 120V directly to the damper actuator If the port damper still does not open replace the damper actuator The circuit board Unplug the unit Unplug the defrost sensor wire see J4 on may be defective electrical diagrams Section 8 Plug the unit back in Select MIN and make sure the unit is adjusted for low speed operation turn all dehumidistats high speed and the damper at the fresh air intake port should close defrost mode If this does not happen then replace the circuit board The thermistor may be defective If the defrost mode works well after having disconnecting the thermistor disconnecting the thermistor wire above test this means the thermistor is probably defective You should replace it 13 References e HVI Installation Manual for Heat Recovery Ventilators 1987 edition e ASHRAE 1984 Systems Handbook chapter 11 Air Distribution Design for Small Heating and Cooling Systems AE AE di di mur LISTED LISTED CERTIFIED
26. g Drain EE 14 EE EE 15 16 6 1 GT te E 15 6 2 Optional E 16 6 3 edu CNET DO Em 16 6 4 Main and Optional Controls Available for your Un 16 INSTALLATION THE CONTROLS RR ua ara cad EK n EE EE 17 20 7 1 Dimensions and Specifications Main Controls nennen nennen 17 7 2 Installation of the Main Control 17 19 7 2 1 Platinum Main Control Installation 17 7 2 2 Humidity Control DH100W Basic VTTW and VT2W Main Control Installation 18 7 2 3 Main Control ede div kein ERIS ER euo MEER aac re RR Run Rude 19 7 3 Electrical Connection to Optional Controls 19 7 4 Electrical Connection to the tummace 20 ee E 21 22 E Ro ge 23 24 OVERALL VERIFICATION essent iiti hei 25 26 10 1 Main eu TEE 25 10 2 0 EE 26 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USER 26 TROUBLESHOOTING c 27 28 EE zc 28 About this Manual This manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information Identifies an instruction which if not followed
27. ils in the user manual FOUR TIMES A YEAR Inspect the intake hood and clean if needed Clean the filters Clean the interior of the cabinet and clean the door Clean the condensation tray and inspect the drain tubing if need be ONCE A YEAR Clean the recovery core e Clean the blades of the blower wheels if needed Warn the user of the necessity to rebalance the system following a major house renovation or following the installation of any extra registers Make sure the user understands how to use the main control as described in the user manual CAUTION Do not oil the motor It is already permanently lubricated 26 12 Troubleshooting NOTE Inspect the unit before proceeding with these steps Start up troubleshooting PROBLEMS 1 The error code E1 POSSIBLES CAUSES YOU SHOULD TRY THIS Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to their The wires may be in is displayed on Platinum control screen There is no outside temperature displayed on Platinum control screen Platinum control screen alternates between normal display and E3 Platinum control screen alternates between normal display and E4 Unit does not work The damper actuator does not work The control does not work OR the indicators flashes every 8 seconds reverse position The wires may be broken The wires may have a bad connection The unit thermistor is defective The Platinum co
28. imum number of bends and joints Keep the length of insulated duct to a minimum c Do not use wall cavities as ducts Do not use branch lines smaller than 4 102 mm d Do not ventilate crawl spaces or cold rooms Do not attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood This would cause clogging of the recovery module Use sheet metal for the kitchen exhaust duct Be sure to plan for at least one exhaust register on the highest lived in level of the house if it has 2 floors or more 9 5 Installation cont d l CALCULATING THE DUCT SIZE Use the table below to ensure that the ducts you intend to install will be carrying air flows at or under the recommended values Avoid installing ducts that will have to carry air flows near the maximum values and never install a duct if its air flow exceeds the maximum value Ducts RECOMMANDED Maximum DIAMETER FLOW FLOW 152 mm 178 mm 203 mm NOTE Examples 5 3 1 and 5 3 2 use imperial measures The same calculation applies to metric measures e 5 3 1 NOTE 5 8 2 END BRANCHES MAIN BRANCH 6 140 Figure 8 Example of calculation Problem My installation requires two exhaust registers one for the kitchen one for the bathroom will connect these registers to a main duct which will connect to the unit high speed performance value of 140 cfm What size of duct should use for the main exhaust duct
29. ltage wiring at least 1 foot 305 mm away from motors lighting ballast light dimming circuit and power distribution panel Do not route control wiring alongside house power wiring Ensure the wires are securely connected 7 2 4 Platinum Main Control Installation ch Route the cable from unit to a convenient location for control 4 Splice back the end of the cable to access the 4 wires Strip the end of each wire Connect each wire to its corresponding terminal on the back of the front module YELLOW wire to Y RED wire to R GREEN wire to and BLACK wire to B 2 Detach the front module from the mounting plate by pulling the bottom part CAUTION e NR Be careful not to pinch wires when reinstalling the 3 Run the cable 4 wires through the 5 front module on its aes plate 9 central opening of the mounting NS plate and mount this plate to the wall using screws not included If needed use wall anchors not included 5 Reinstall the front module over the back plate 17 7 Installation of the Controls contd 7 2 INSTALLATION OF THE MAIN CONTROL 7 2 2 Humidity Control DH100W Basic VT1W and VT2W Main Controls Installation 1 Determine the location of the control The control must be installed in a central location on the main floor Typical locations for these controls are kitchen main hallways and family room 2 Remove the button s and
30. might cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death CAUTION Denotes an instruction which if not followed may severely damage the unit and or its components NOTE Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction 1 1 3 D DRAWING DAMPER ASSEMBLY REAR VIEW 1 Service con d 1 2 PARTS ORDERING CHART Sen 1001 1001 2001 2001 HRV ERV HRV Description HRV ERV HRV ERV 100H 100HC 200H Double collar port no 2 00866 _ 00866 _ 00866 00866 00866 00866 00866 Wing nut no 10 32 00874 00874 00874 00874 00874 00874 00874 Balancing double collar port 02256 02256 02256 02256 02256 02256 02256 Inlet ring 12913 12913 12913 12913 12913 12913 12913 Top wheel 14307 03093 14308 03093 14307 03093 14308 Electronic board V99 13507 13507 13507 13507 _ 13508 13507 13508 Motor assembly 13504 13555 13556 13506 _ 13504 13555 13505 Bottom wheel 02015 02015 03093 03093 02015 02015 03093 Square balancing damper 12645 12645 12645 12645 12645 12645 12645 Door latches latch 00886 00886 00886 00886 _ 00886 00886 00886 Drain connector 02418 02418 02418 02418 02418 02418 02418 Drain gasket 0 625 D 02419 02419 02419 02419 02419 02419 02419 Washer 5 8 ID x 1 OD 03117 03117 03117 03117 03117 03117 03117 Nut 5 8 18 02420 02420 02420 02420 02420 02420 02420 Recovery core 03132 03136 03133 03137 _ 03134 03136 03135 Door assembly 12644 12644 12644 12644 12648 12648 12648 Door latches keeper 00887 0
31. minated switch is typically installed in bathrooms kitchen and laundry room to provide 20 minutes of high speed ventilation at the push of a button The switch is supplied and mounted on a white single gang wall plate This push button is available only for HRV100H and HRV200H units 20 40 60 MinuTE PusH BurTON TIMER This remote illuminated switch is typically installed in bathrooms kitchen and laundry room to provide 20 40 or 60 minutes of high speed ventilation at the push of a button The switch is supplied and mounted on a white single gang wall plate This push button is not available for HRV100H and HRV200H units MECHANICAL TIMER This timer allows up to 60 minutes of high speed operation to be selected from a remote location 6 3 OTHER FEATURES FURNACE INTERLOCK for forced air heating system The furnace fan can be interlocked so that it will run simultaneously with the ERV or HRV to ensure proper distribution of fresh air throughout the house see table section 6 4 to see if it is available on your unit PERMANENT MEMORY Our electronic controls have a default memory feature in the event of a power outage Even the date of the last service reminder is maintained as a convenience to the homeowner NOTE For Platinum control only if the power failure duration is more than 4 hours the day and hour settings must be reprogrammed CONTROL UPGRADES All controls can be used on any so a Basic control can be upgr
32. ntrol is defective The Platinum control is defective The circuit board may be defective The power cord fuse may be blown The 9 pin connector may have a loose connection The damper actuator may be defective The circuit board may be defective The wires may be in reverse position The wires may be broken There may be a short circuit The wire in the wall OR the control may The circuit board may be defective 27 appropriate places Inspect every wire and replace any that are damaged Ensure the wires are correctly connected Replace the thermistor NOTE At its very start up or after a power failure it takes some minutes before the outside temperature appears on screen The delay duration depends on which operation mode the control is set The shortest delay is obtained when the control is set on MIN or MAX in VENT Mode Replace the Platinum control Replace the Platinum control Unplug the unit Disconnect the main control and the optional s control s if need be Jump B and G terminals Plug the unit If the motor runs on high speed and the damper opens the circuit board is not defective Unplug the unit Unscrew the fuse holder grey circle on illustration beside Check if the fuse is blown the strand is broken If it is blown replace the fuse according to the specifications on the unit power cord tag Unplug the unit and check to make sure all the crimp connections are sec
33. old air return If not leave furnace blower OFF If the outside temperature is below 0 C 32 F make sure the unit is not running in defrost while balancing By waiting 10 minutes after plugging the unit in you are assured that the unit is not in a defrost cycle Place the magnehelic gauge on a level surface and adjust it to zero Connect tubing from gauge to flow collar or Flow Measuring Station in exhaust air stream at location A Be sure to connect the tubes to their appropriate high low fittings If the gauge drops below zero reverse the tubing connections NOTE It is suggested to start with the exhaust air flow reading because the exhaust has typically more restriction than the fresh air especially in cases of fully ducted installations and exhaust ducted installation Place the magnehelic gauge upright and level Record the readings Move tubing to FRESH air flow on the other side of the unit location B and note readings Adjust the fresh air balancing damper F until the reading at B is approximately the same as the reading at A If the reading at B is less than the reading at A then go back and adjust the exhaust balancing damper G to equal the fresh air flow Secure both dampers in place with tape or with a fastening screw VD0052 If you are using flow collars remove them reconnect the duct and seal with duct tape If you are using Flow Measuring Stations remove them and seal the holes with du
34. orming connection to the furnace supply duct this duct must be sized to support the additional airflow produced by the HRV ERV Also use a metal duct with a backdraft damper to prevent the risk of overheating the HRV ERV There are two methods for connecting the unit to the furnace METAL DUCT WITH Method 1 Supply side connection BACKDRAFT DAMPER Cut an opening into the furnace supply duct at least 18 inches 0 5 m from the furnace Connect this opening to the fresh air distribution port of the HRV ERV use metal duct see figure 10 Make sure that the HRV ERV duct forms an elbow inside the furnace ductwork If desired interlock synchronize the furnace blower operation with the HRV ERV operation See Section 7 4 7 Minimum 18 0 5 VD0040 Method 2 Return side connection Figure 10 NOTE For Method 2 it is not essential that the furnace blower runs when the HRV ERV Cut an opening into the furnace return duct not less than 10 feet 3 1 m from the furnace A B Connect this opening to the fresh air distribution port of the HRV ERV see figure 11 B Nor LESS 10 3 1 is in operation but we recommend it If desired synchronize the furnace blower operation see Section 7 4 Figure 11 11 5 Installation 5 4 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS cont d 5 4 3 Simplified installation Volume Ventilation as illustrated in Section 4 3
35. t ductwork with tape Close all windows and doors e Turn off all exhaust devices such as range hood dryer and bathroom fans e sure all filters are clean if it is not the first time you balance the unit e sure the balancing dampers are fully open E and G in figure below Choose appropriate locations for the 2 flow collars or flow measuring stations according to figure below e exhaust air duct first measuring location A e fresh air distribution duct second measuring location B e At least 36 away from the unit at least 12 before or after a 90 elbow at least 12 away from a register d 27 E 36 12 304mm VP0012A INSTALLATION OF FLOW COLLARS OR FLOW MEASURING STATIONS e If you are using Flow Collars Insert the flow collars in the duct at each location Make sure their arrows are pointing in the direction of the airflow Tape collars in place temporarily e If you are using Measuring Stations Cut a 1 25 4 mm diameter hole in the duct at each location Insert the Flow Measuring Stations Make sure their arrows are pointing in the direction of the airflow Tape the Flow Measuring Stations in place temporarily 23 9 Air Flow Balancing BALANCING PROCEDURE 1 Set the unit to high speed Make sure that the furnace blower is ON if the installation is in any way connected to the ductwork of the c
36. the cover plate of the control Humidity Control BASIC or VT1W or VT2W 2 5 3 Install the control 60 inches 1 5 m from the floor and leave a free space of at least 2 inches 5 cm to the right of the control to allow user to slide out the control instructions see figure beside Use the template provided in the control box to position the wire hole and the screw 60 1 5 m holes Use the screws and the plastic anchors provided in the installation kit to secure the control 4 Connect the wires to the main control See figures beside NOTE For HRV100H and HRV200H only To install VT1W only connect GREEN and BLACK wires to main control 0124 VT1W VT2W CONTROL vcoo68 BASIC HUMIDITY 5 Make sure the instruction pull out is in the occupant s language If not turn it to the other side see figure beside 6 Reinstall the cover plate and the button s VCO0061 18 7 Installation of Controls contd 7 2 INSTALLATION OF THE MAIN CONTROL 7 2 3 Main Control Electrical Connection All models HUMIDITY BASIC VT2W PLATINUM CONTROL VT1W 1 Connect the wires to their corresponding position Q DEE inside the electrical compartment Make sure the Mil Gje 4 connections of the unit and of the control Q prog correspond e
37. ured Check the damper actuator connections as well Feed 120 V directly to the damper actuator If the problem persists replace the damper actuator Replace the circuit board if the problem is not solved by the above Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to their appropriate places Inspect every wire and replace any that are damaged With the help of a multimeter check for continuity Remove the control and test it right beside the unit using another shorter wirer If the control works there change the wire If it does not change the control If the second control does not solve the problem then replace the circuit board 12 Troubleshooting cont d PROBLEMS POSSIBLES CAUSES YOU SHOULD TRY THIS The 20 minute push button e The switch may be defective Unplug the unit or the 20 40 60 minute Disconnect the push button timer does not main control and work OR its indicator light the optional s does not stay on control s if need be Jump the OL and OC terminals Plug the unit If the unit switches to high speed replace the switch The defrost cycle does Ice deposits may be hindering Remove the ice work the fresh air duct is the damper operation frozen OR the fresh air The damper rod or the port Inspect these parts and replace if necessary distributed is very cold damper itself may be broken The damper actuator Plug in the unit and select MIN or MAX Pr
38. with the unit to ensure that no parts are missing 51 LOCATING AND MOUNTING THE UNIT Choose an appropriate location for the unit e Within an area of the house where the temperature is above 10 C 50 F basement attic furnace room laundry room etc e Away from living areas dining room living room bedroom if possible e So as to provide easy access to the interior cabinet and to the control panel on the right hand side of the unit e Close to an exterior wall so as to limit the length of the insulated flexible duct to and from the unit e Close to a drain If no drain is close by use a pail to collect run off e Away from hot chimneys electrical panel and other fire hazards e Allow for a power source 110 V standard outlet CAUTION Make sure the unit is level For vanEE Canadian models 1001 VRE 1001 VRC 2001 VRE and 2001 VRC hang the unit to ceiling joists with washers and 4 straps included see figure 7 beside For Broan U S A models HRV100H HRV200H ERV100HC and ERV200HC hang the unit to ceiling joists with the 4 chains springs and hooks included see figure 7 beside VD0212 VANEE CANADIAN MODELS BROAN U S A MODELS 1001 VRE 1001 VRC HRV100H HRV200H 2001 VRE AND 2001 VRC ERV100HC ERV200HC Figure 7 5 2 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK a Follow the instructions in Section 5 3 next page to determine the appropriate duct diameters for your system b Keep it simple Plan for a min
39. xactly See figure beside wein fe EE A A eoa 5 SS Y R GB 1 OCOL RR Toco Y SWITCH OCOLY 2 Connect the optional control if applicable by referring to Section 7 3 3 Do the appropriate connection to the furnace if applicable by referring to Section 7 4 4 NOTE the unit is installed in a cold region Zone as defined in Section 2 set up extended defrost by removing jumper JU1F on the main circuit board inside the electrical compartment see Section 8 5 Plug in the unit and do the overall verification of the system as described in Section 10 7 3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO OPTIONAL CONTROLS MAIN PC BOARD PUSH BUTTON SWITCHES 164 HRV100H and HRV200H 5 switches maximum 19 7 Installation of the Controls contd E 7 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE FURNACE Never connect 120 volt AC circuit to terminals of the furnace interlock standard wiring Only use low voltage class 2 circuit of the furnace blower control For a furnace connected to cooling system On some older thermostats energizing the R and terminals at the furnace has the effect of energizing Y at the thermostat and thereby turning on the cooling system If you identify this type of thermostat you must use the alternate furnace interlock wiring An additional control r

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