Suncourt DRY04 Instructions / Assembly
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1. Fig 1 To calculate equivalent feet measure the total length of the metal straight duct sections and add 5 feet 1 5 meters for each bend that is installed Then add another 5 feet 1 5 meters for the screened outside exhaust hood 1 The mechanical and electrical installation of your DRY04 DRY06 must conform to all applicable national and local codes and standards If unfamiliar with these codes and standards you must consult with certified and qualified commercial installers 2 Never expose your DRY04 DRY06 to air temperatures in excess of 140 F 60 C 3 Do not use the DRY04 DRY06 if the instructions of your clothes dryer specifically warn against the use of a clothes dryer booster fan Find those instructions and review them carefully If you cannot locate these instructions contact the manufacturer for a new set of instructions before proceeding with the installation of your DRY04 DRY06 4 There are important rules concerning the length of duct from your dryer to the outside of the dwelling It is unlikely that you will need a booster fan if the total length of the duct is less than 15 feet This is assuming that the duct is at least 4 in diameter has a smooth and clean internal surface is galvanized sheet metal and that the outside vent is unobstructed 5 Do not install your DRY04 DRY06 closer than 6 feet 1 8 meters to the dryer air outlet 6 Do not install your DRY04 DRY06 in a duct with a total equivalent length2. http suncourt com Dryer 20Booster 20Print html 1 6 2012 3 01 33 PM Dryer Booster Print 5 Disconnect the White common neutral conductor from the dryer outlet Figure 3 or disconnect the White wire in hardwired installations Figure 4 and extend this conductor with a length of wire that is identical to the gauge and temperature rating of the White conductor 6 This extended White wire will be run into the Current Switch 4 x 4 box and through the hole in the Current Switch and then return to the terminal on the dryer outlet Figure 3 or the White wire going to the clothes dryer Figure 4 The electricity going through this White conductor looped through the Current Switch makes the Current Switch turn ON when the dryer is operating 7 Check the wiring and connections and re install the electrical dryer outlet and cover plate 120 VAC Fan Connections 8 Run 3 new wires minimum 14 Gauge 105 C Black line or hot White common or neutral and Green ground 120 VAC to the service panel with a new breaker or pick up the Black White and Green wires from a nearby 120 VAC outlet The new Black conductor connects to terminal T1 on the Current Switch 9 Run a new Black conductor from the DRY04 DRY06 to terminal L1 on the Current Switch The new White and Green wires connect directly to the terminal block of the DRY04 DRY0O6 10 All new wiring must be rated 14 Gauge minimum 105 C and installed in rigid 1 2 conduit or m
3. Dryer Booster Print INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SUNCOURT DRYER BOOSTING KIT Please read and understand these instructions before you begin installation of your DRY04 DRYO6 Save these instructions for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CRITICAL WARNING The Suncourt dryer vent kit is only approved for installation for electric clothes dryers Installation of the Suncourt dryer vent kit for gas clothes dryer may only be performed by a certified and professional installer A provision must be made for a fresh air supply to the gas fired clothes dryer to make up for air removed from the space around the dryer The installer must verify and certify that there is absolutely no negative air pressure Failure to do so will draw deadly carbon monoxide from the gas dryer exhaust into the home This creates a deadly condition General Warnings To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 1 Never use this product to exhaust hazardous or flammable materials vapors or gases 2 Use this product only for its designed and intended purpose 3 When the existing vent opening to the outside of the dwelling cannot be used and a new opening is required use caution not to cut through pipes or wires that may be in the wall 4 Ducted fans must be vented outdoors 5 Whenever venting air to the outside of a dwelling adequate provision must be made for replacement air Without rep
4. Warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties guarantees and conditions on manufacturer s part and manufacturer shall have no tortious or other liability with respect to this dryer booster kit Actual product appearance may differ from illustrations Suncourt reserves the right to modify any or all of its products features designs components and specifications without notice Suncourt Inc 500 W Second Avenue P O Box 40 Durant IA 52747 www suncourt com http suncourt com Dryer 20Booster 20Print html 1 6 2012 3 01 33 PM
5. ake of the DRY04 DRY06 and remove any lint buildup that you notice Make sure that you do not dislodge the metal fan balancing clips on the impeller vanes 4 Reconnect the duct intake pipe and turn the power back ON Limited Warranty Subject to the following limitation Suncourt Inc manufacturer warrants that this dryer booster kit will for 5 five years from date of original purchase remain free from appearance of defects in workmanship or materials when installed in accordance with all applicable codes and standards and fire rated construction in the application for its designed and specified use This Limited Warranty is subject to the following limitations a manufacturer s liability is limited to the replacement or repair of the unit as decided by the manufacturer b a defective unit must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase to Suncourt Inc and c this Limited Warranty does not apply if a Shipping damage occurs Claims must be filed with the freight company within 1 one week b Damage results from faulty installation or electrical wiring c Inadequate maintenance d Damage results from Incorrect wiring voltage voltage spikes from lightning or other sources f The DRY04 DRY06 is altered or modified in any form whatsoever including unauthorized repair g Suncourt ID label is removed h Damage or failure is due to an act of God i This product is used in other than a residential application This Limited
6. ded by its manufacturer Over boosting may result in longer drying times because heat is removed so fast that the heating element in your dryer cannot maintain the desired drying air temperature WARNINGS The installation work and electrical wiring must be carried out by qualified persons and conform to all national and local codes and standards Make sure that the electricity is shut off before starting the electrical work and make provisions to prevent accidental turning on of power such as locking the service panel or attaching a prominent warning sign on the service panel VERY IMPORTANT Since the dryer operates on 240 VAC there will be 2 breakers for the dryer in the service panel This can be one large breaker with 2 handles or 2 separate breakers The handles on these breakers may or may not be connected with a rod between the switches Make sure both breakers are turned OFF Do not turn the electrical power back ON until all electrical connections are completed and secure and all electrical boxes are covered Electrical Installation Refer to Figures 3 and 4 for required wiring Refer to the Current Switch Installation Guide for further details 240 VAC Dryer Connections 1 After installing your DRY04 DRY06 in the chosen location you will need to bring electric power to the fan 2 Locate the power feed wires to the outlet that your dryer is plugged into or electrical box the dryer is hardwired into 3 Install a 4 x 4 d
7. eep electrical box next to the box of the dryer connection outlet or hardwired and connect the two boxes using rigid 1 2 conduit and connectors Then install the Current Switch provided into this box http suncourt com Dryer 20Booster 20Print html 1 6 2012 3 01 33 PM Dryer Booster Print Refer to the appropriate diagram for dryers that have a plug in Figure 3 or are hardwired into an electrical box Figure 4 AC CURRENT SWITCH MODEL SW100 WIRING DIAGRAM WHEN THE DRYER IS PLUGGED INTO OUTLET 120 WA CURRENT SUT OH OUTLET BOS 120 WAS FROM FLE PANEL EXTENCED FaH IE PURER Fiai FUSE PAMEL i BOTH BLACK WIRES EXTENDED WHITE WIRE AND GREEN WIRE ARE CONNECTED TO DRYER OUTLET 120 WAC TO REMOTE DEVICE e CENTRAS CENTRIFUGAL FAH Fig 3 AC CURRENT SWITCH MODEL SW100 WIRING DIAGRAM WHEN DRYER IS HARDWIRED 120 Vac CURRENT SWATCH GSUTLET BOX 120 Vac FROM FUSE PANEL k POWER FROM FUSE PANEL WHITE BOWER To DEVE 120 Wat TO REMOTE DEVICE ia CLOTHES ERYER ia CENTRAS CENTRIFUGAL FAN Fig 4 4 The majority of electric dryers run on 240 VAC You will find 4 wires in the dryer outlet box Two individual 120 VAC conductors usually Black or Red are each supplying 120 VAC from separate breakers in the service panel The other wires are a White common neutral conductor and the Green grounding conductor If you find different color wires or more or fewer wires in this box you MUST consult a qualified electrician
8. etal flexible conduit terminated at electrical boxes with the correct conduit connectors 11 Install the cover plate on the box containing the Current Switch GREEN GROUND BROW WE wT BLACK LINE MOTOR 120VAC BOHzZ TP 120VAC GOHz NEW GREEN GROUND l BLACK LINE FROM Li ON CURRENT SWITCH MEW WHITE COMMONINEUTRAL Check your work thoroughly to ensure the installation is totally correct to reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury Refer to all previous Warnings in these Installation and Operating Instructions Required Maintenance WARNING Before beginning always turn the power OFF at the service panel http suncourt com Dryer 20Booster 20Print html 1 6 2012 3 01 33 PM Dryer Booster Print and lock or display a prominent tag on the panel to ensure the power is not accidentally turned back on To reduce the need for maintenance make sure the lint filter of your dryer is not damaged has no holes in it is securely in place and is cleaned after each drying load 1 The motor bearings of your DRY04 DRY06 are permanently sealed No periodic maintenance is required 2 The DRY04 DRY06 fan housing and impeller may become contaminated with lint Inspect the interior of the fan at least twice a year and more often if reduced air output or vibration of the DRY04 DRY06 is observed Do not operate your DRY04 DRY06 if excessive vibration is noticed 3 Remove the duct pipe from the int
9. lacement air negative pressure may develop This will cause a deadly situation when fuel burning equipment is used such as gas furnaces gas water heaters etc The negative pressure will cause exhaust gases from such equipment to enter the dwelling These gases contain deadly Carbon Monoxide As a general remark install a Carbon Monoxide detector in your home Follow the heating equipment manufacturers guidelines and safety standards such as the National Fire Protection Association the American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers and all applicable codes If you are unsure about this matter you must consult a certified heating and ventilating contractor 6 Before cleaning or performing service on your DRY04 DRY06 make sure that the electricity is shut off and make provisions to prevent accidental turning on of power such as locking the service panel or attaching a very prominent warning sign on the service panel 7 The fan impeller of your DRY04 DRY06 is powerful enough to cause serious injury if contacted Appropriate safety precautions must be taken during installation servicing and operation 8 Qualified individuals must do the installation and wiring in accordance with all applicable codes amp http suncourt com Dryer 20Booster 20Print html 1 6 2012 3 01 33 PM Dryer Booster Print standards including fire rated construction Installation Guidelines Refer to Fig 1 for suggested installations
10. of less than 25 feet 7 5 meters 7 Do not install your DRY04 DRY06 in a duct with a total equivalent length greater than 140 feet 46 meters 8 A lint trap field supplied must be installed between the dryer and your DRY04 DRY06 in the event the DRY04 DRY06 is located less than 15 feet 4 5 meters linear feet not equivalent from the air exhaust of the dryer 9 Use only galvanized 4 diameter sheet metal duct pipe and bends Flexible metal duct may be used if allowed by the applicable standards and codes 10 It is best to install your DRY04 DRY06 as close to the duct outside outlet as possible 11 Your DRY04 DRY06 must be installed where it is comfortably accessible for required maintenance and service 12 Ensure that all components of your installation are securely fastened to rigid surfaces 13 You may install two small lengths of flexible duct with hose clamps field supplied where the http suncourt com Dryer 20Booster 20Print html 1 6 2012 3 01 33 PM Dryer Booster Print metal ducts connect to the DRY04 DRY0O6 This will help reduce vibration and resulting noise See Fig 2 OPTIONAL FLESIBLE BLAST COUPLINGS TO REDUSE WBRATION MORE MELD SUPPLIED LUSE CLAMPS TO SECURE Fig 2 Ensure that the airflow through the duct and booster fan does not exceed the free airflow of your dryer Free airflow is the airflow from the fan inside your dryer without any duct attached and can be found in the instructions provi
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