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1. MAX or INTERMITTENT light indicator appears e When MIN minimum speed is selected if the knob B is set RONDENEATION CERT above the click the unit wil 4 Q exchange in low speed with the outside and if it is set below the click the unit will exchange on oF high speed with the outside until the desired humidity level has eono elo C been reached h a e When MAX maximum speed Hm D a is selected the unit will ome exchange on high speed with A the outside either if he knob B is set below of above the click e Select INTERMITTENT 20 minutes minimum speed exchange every hour when you are away from the house for a few days or when you deem the inside air too dry b To turn the unit off press PUSH A until the MIN MAX and INTERMITENT light indicators are all turned off NOTE Optional controls will still be active Indicator C will be the only one to light up if an optional control is active ApbJusTING CONDENSATION CONTROL Setting during the summer months Normally there is no condensation on your windows during this period which therefore eliminates the need of the condensation control for a few months Set knob B at the SUMMER positon during this period Setting during the fall winter and spring months Ideally maintain humidity level within the Comfort Zone between 5 C2. Finally we want to congratulate you on your purchase of this excellent unit which will allow you and your family to enjoy fresh air throughout your home for years to come CAUTION Some activities create dust or vapors which may damage your unit You must therefore turn off and unplug your unit in the following situations e major renovation work e housing construction e sanding e g gypsum joints etc e varnishing During very heavy snowstorms the unit should also be turned off to avoid problems caused by snow entering the unit even if it is equipped with an anti gust intake hood 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 5 2 0 2 1 2 3 2 4 3 0 3 1 3 2 4 0 TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE 20200008 4 Unit Description suit ote nara ee aaa anaana 4 Purpose of the Ventilation System 00404 4 Recovery sics dead ot oad ni en BS oN Bt Pe DO Bie Gite Se 5 Defrosting 25 cams ta tue bie teeosa o a E lee 6 Specifications e ise nepie pe eppo ei aed ada R EE 6 How TO OPERATE THE UNIT USING CONTROLS 7 Instructions Regarding your Control Devices 7 Using the ECONOMY Main Control 8 Using the VALUE Main Control 9 10 Using the Optional Wall Control 200055 11 MAINTENANCE oiadi eee eae ee eee 12 Every Three Months 0000 eee 12 13 Annual Maintenance Fall 0000 eevee 14 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 2 000 e eee eee ee eee 16 1 0 YOU
3. from the stale air and transfers them in part to the cold air entering the house thus avoiding dryness problems and providing maximum comfort In order to preserve the structure of the enthalpic core the unit will only exchange 20 minutes per hour when the temperature drops under 15 C 5 F Example in winter 5 STALE AIR TO OUTSIDE 4 C 40 F FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE 0 C 32 F a 606 2 e fa FRESH AIR TO BUILDING 18 C 64 F STALE AIR FROM BUILDING 22 C 72 F D 666 zZ 666 cH VF0027 2 During the cooling season the unit reverses the process preventing the humidity from the outside air from entering into the house Example in summer with air conditioning FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE 32 C 90 F STALE AIR TO OUTSIDE 30 C 86 F R s R FRESH AIR TO BUILDING 27 C 80 F STALE AIR FROM BUILDING 25 C 77 F 6666 66 6666 VF0028 INSIDE OUTSIDE 1 4 DEFROSTING When the outside temperature is below 0 C 32 F recovery of heat or energy creates frost in the core To maintain its proper operation the unit is programmed to defrost the recovery core The defrost frequency varies according to the outside temperature Defrosting lasts 6 minutes During the defrost cycle the unit shifts to maximum speed and the dampers close After defrosting the unit returns to the operating mode selected by the user 1 5 SPECIFICATIONS 20 508 mm Depth HRV200 ERV200 30 1 4 768 mm 20 508 mm
4. other locations where there is temporary excess humidity or pollutants Purpose To eliminate excess humidity produced by showers or other periodic activities producing pollutants 20 40 60 MINUTE PUSH BUTTON TIMER Activate the push button Within 2 seconds push one time for 20 minutes two times for 40 minutes or three times for a 60 minute activation Results expected 1 Motor speed high for 20 40 or 60 minutes Indicator light goes ON and flashes every 5 seconds one time to indicate a 20 minute operation two times for a 40 minute and three times for a 60 minute operation 3 Air exchange indicator light goes ON VALUE wall control only VC0046 NOTE To stop activation push one more time 3 0 MAINTENANCE Z WARNING Dangerous voltage may be present During maintenance and repairs the unit must always be turned off then unplugged We take great care to minimize sharp edges however please proceed with caution when handling all components MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE 3 1 EverRY THREE MONTHS Regular maintenance should be performed every 3 months Annual maintenance should also take place every fall season Disconnect the power supply 2 Unlatch the door Lift the pannel towards you Hold it firmly and hit on the right side of the pannel The door should slide to the left 3 Clean the inside of the door with a damp cloth 4 A Clean filters e Remove filters e Vacu
5. Depth 19 483 mm ee 120 V 60 Hz 225 Watts 2 0 HOWTO OPERATE THE UNIT USING CONTROLS 2 1 INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR CONTROL DEVICES Determine which controls are installed in your house and identify them in the following table on this page Then you can proceed to the pages indicated to learn how to CONTROL your unit MAIN CONTROLS ECONOMY main control Page 8 AC Sg VALUE main control Page 9 OPTIONAL WaLL CONTROL 20 40 60 min push button timer Page 11 C0046 2 2 USING THE ECONOMY Main CONTROL Location Located in the busiest area of the house Purpose To adjust air supply and reduce condensation on windows ADJUSTING THE AIR SUPPLY CONTROL a Select speed MIN or MAX using SERED RTM CORTE switch A as shown on diagram M e When MIN minimum speed is g j selected if the knob B is set above aas ave the click the unit will exchange in a Ba low speed with the outside and if it is set below the click the unit will exchange on high speed with the outside until the desired humidity level has been reached aan e When MAX maximum speed is selected the unit will exchange on high speed with the outside either if he knob B is set below of above the click b To turn the unit off place selector A at the OFF position Optional controls however may still be active ADJUSTING THE CONDENSATION CO
6. NTROL Setting during the summer months Normally there is no condensation on your windows during this period which therefore eliminates the need of the condensation control for a few months Set knob B at the SUMMER positon during this period Setting during the fall winter and spring months 1 Determine the humidity level in your house bring the knob B counterclockwise to 20 C then bring it back clockwise slowly until you hear a click 2 Set knob B a notch under this temperature level or click NOTES 1 Do not select a temperature below 20 C This could lead to excessive dryness in the air causing discomfort for the occupants 2 When the humidity level is high the unit automatically operates at maximum speed If you change the setting of your AIR SUPPLY knob B at that time it will remain at maximum speed until the humidity level is reduced and then switch to the desired setting It is possible and normal to experience condensation on your windows when drastic changes in temperature happen for example 5 C 23 F to 20 C 4 F within few hours In that case we suggest waiting a few days to allow the situation to stabilize 2 3 USING THE VALUE Main CONTROL Location Located in the busiest area of the house Purpose To adjust air supply and reduce condensation on windows Abuustinc AIR SUPPLY CONTROL a Press PUSH A until the MIN
7. R UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE 1 1 Unit DESCRIPTION Power supply cord Filters Recovery core Condensation tray Fan akon VLO017 1 2 PURPOSE OF THE VENTILATION SYSTEM Your ventilation system is designed to provide fresh air warmed outdoor air to your home while exhausting stale humid air from your home By eliminating accumulated pollutants and humidity it maintains an optimum air quality and an ideal relative humidity VH0025 NOTES 1 Shown with a forced air system Can also operate on its own 2 Installation may vary 1 3 RECOVERY HRV Units equipped with a heat recovery core polypropylene core are specifically designed to control excess humidity and reduce ventilation costs by recovering the heat energy from the exhausted air and using that same heat energy to warm the fresh air being supplied This heat recovery process is accomplished in such a way that the stale air is never mixed with the fresh air Example in winter W STALE AIR TO OUTSIDE 4 C 40 F FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE 0 C 32 F FRESH AIR TO BUILDING 18 C 64 F STALE AIR FROM BUILDING 22 C 72 F INSIDE OUTSID VFOO11 ERV Units equipped with a heat and humidity recovery core enthalpic core can reduce ventilation costs in winter as well as in summer 1 During the heating season the unit draws the humidity and heat
8. User Manual VB0038 HRV ERV Ventilation Systems PROTECH MODELS 84 HRV100 84 HRV200 84 ERV100 84 ERV200 Address of your installer 04187 03 11 15 The purpose of this manual is to help you with the use of your unit Section 2 How to Operate the Unit Using Controls shows you how you can operate the unit in no time Section 3 deals with maintenance and explains how to maintain the unit to ensure maximum operation and performance In the other sections for example Troubleshooting you will learn how to solve minor problems Section 4 plus other important information which we urge you to read Several models are described in this publication Some details of your unit may be slightly different than the ones shown as the illustrations are typical ones We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this manual and or the unit and we would appreciate hearing your comments on ways to better serve you Please forward all correspondence to us at the address indicated on the product registration card included with this manual This manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information Z WARNING Identifies an instruction which if not followed 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
9. and 20 C which is the dark area around knob B To reduce humidity level turn knob B clockwise a notch below the click The unit will then switch to high speed lighting up the humidity light D indicator When this light goes OFF after a few hours or a few days repeat the same procedure if excess humidity persists NOTE If the air is too dry set your knob B back to the Comfort Zone and use INTERMITTENT or turn off the unit When the humidity light D indicator goes ON you can still change the mode of operation but your change will take place only when the light goes OFF 9 2 3 UsinG THE VALUE MAIN CONTROL conr UNDERSTANDING THE LIGHT INDICATORS LIGHTS UP when the control has detected excess humidity This forces the motor to operate at high speed The light indicator turns off when the humidity drops to the level associated with the temperature selected on knob B CONDENSATION CONTROL MAXIMUM SPEED AIR EXCHANGE IN PROGRESS AIR SUPPLY CONTROL VC0028 7 COUNIINUOUS LIGHTS UP when you have LIGHTS UP when the system is operating exhausting stale air from the house and drawing in fresh air FLASHES when the defrosting cycle is malfunctioning see Section 3 selected the intermittent mode FLASHES when maintenance is required see Section 3 2 4 USING THE OPTIONAL CONTROL Location Located in the bathroom or in
10. ntact your installer 3 Noisy unit e Clean the fan assembly see Section 3 2 If the problem continue contact your installer 4 Condensation on windows Adjust the humidity control knob as Air too humid per instructions see Section 2 Operate the unit at maximum speed MAX during activities generating excess humidity family gatherings extra cooking etc Leave curtains half open to allow air circulation Store all firewood in a close room with a dehumidifier or in a well ventilated room or store the wood outside Keep the temperature in your house above 18 C 64 F 5 Air too dry Do not adjust your humidity control below 20 C 4 F Operate the unit at low speed MIN Temporarily switch to the intermittent mode Temporarily use a humidifier 6 Air too cold at the air supply grille e Make sure the outside hoods are not blocked Operate the unit at low speed MIN Have the system balancing checked Have the unit defrost system checked Install a duct heater If the problem persists contact your installer at the telephone number and address indicated on the first page of this manual or call for your local distributor 16
11. oap dishwashing liquid e Rinse thoroughly e Shake the core to remove excess water and let it dry VD0102 B Enthalpic paper core heat and humidity recovery units ERV100 ERV200 CAUTION This type of recovery module cannot be washed with water e Remove the recovery core e Remove dust using a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment 2 Clean the centrifugal fan wheels A Remove the wing nut B Disconnect the fan motor wires aa VE0050 3 2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FALL CONT D 2 Clean the centrifugal fan wheels cont d i Remove the fan assembly aap D os VD0104 EE Check for any dust accumulation L on the blades 5 DOSi CAUTION p Do not oil the motor It is already permanently lubricated gt Clean with a small brush if necessary VD0106 3 Put the components back in place e Fan assembly fan motor wires wing nut e Recovery core e Filters e Door 4 Reconnect the power supply 4 0 TROUBLESHOOTING If you think your unit is malfunctioning check some of the following TYPE OF PROBLEM TRY THIS 1 Nothing works e See if the unit is plugged in See if the unit is receiving power from the house circuit breaker or fuse 2 All light indicators on the wall control e Unplug the unit wait 30 seconds are flashing then reconnect If the problem every 8 seconds continues co
12. um to remove most of the dust e Wash with a mixture of warm water and mild soap You may add bleach voir if you wish to disinfect one tablespoon per gal lon Rinse thoroughly Shake filters to remove excess water and let dry NOTE Washing the filters in the top tray of the dishwasher is possible but the aluminum vDo100 frame might tarnish vD0005 3 1 EVERY THREE MONTHS cont p 5 Clean the condensation tray with a damp cloth 6 Check the exterior air intake hood e Make sure there are no leaves twigs ice or snow that could be drawn into the vent e Clean if necessary VD0101 CAUTION Even a partial blocking of this air vent could cause the unit to malfunction 7 Reassemble the components e Filters e Door The door is secured when you hear a click 8 Reconnect the power supply 3 2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FALL Z WARNING Dangerous voltage may be present During maintenance and repairs the unit must always be turned off then unplugged We take great care to minimize sharp edges however please proceed with caution when handling all components Repeat steps 1 to 6 from the previous Section and continue with the following steps CAUTION Handle the recovery core with care 1 Clean the recovery core A Polypropylene core heat recovery units HRV100 HRV200 e Remove the recovery core e Let it soak in a mixture of cold or lukewarm water and mild s
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