Continental CX3000 User's Manual
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1. Percent Reduction First Pass 0 7u 1 0u Particle Size Microns Whole Home Particulate Filter Particle Reduction Bacteria Reduction 100 u 90 0 E 8 2 70 8 5 3 5 17 5 a 3 x E 3 go 2 30 5 30 v a a 9 42 Room 0 20 15 L x 15 Wx 8 H RAAF SE H HH 65 0 Particle Size Microns 234 789 10 11 12 0 15 30 45 60 56 Hours Of Operation Test Period In Hours Removal Efficiency Of Typical Allergens Carbon Monoxide Reduction 250 99 9 2 99 7 99 5 99 3 99 1 175 98 9 98 7 5 150 98 5 2 98 3 98 1 gt 2 AW 97 5 973 E 57 97 1 50 76 3 E 8 25 s EHHHHE o Finish ie 6 Time In Hours ELECTRICAL TESTING LABORATORIES ELECTRICAL TESTING LABORATORIES UNITED STATES CANADA us c 12 WIRING DIAGRAM CX3000 MICROSWITCH 13 5 m 002 007 ELO18 LBO16 ELO29 MT042 ELOOO ELOO1 ELO28 F1016 MTO14 MTO39 HD072 HD066 HD065 500 MTO44 ELO27 LT012 MT040 ELO14 ELO15 HDO29 ELO16 ALOOZ2 CD009 HD002 HD067 HD073 HD074 MT013 MT043 5000 ES PARTS LIST CX3000 DESCRIPTION 120 V 60 Hz 420MA Ballast 120V 60Hz 12V 1 Amp Transform Electron Terminal Block CFM Embossed Label Duct Display Board Duct Control Cov2. CONTINENTAL FAN CX3000 Complete Air Purification System Whole House Unit Duct Mounted User s Guide Read and save these Instructions Continental Fan Manufacturing Inc Buffalo NY U S A TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 SPECIFICATIONS arima aran Sisk ie yaar er Sateen Ag 3 OPERATION ee Eee 4 CYGLE TIMES gt lt ES a es ay 5 COST OPERATION oo So ee Gee Rl e 5 SERVICE 8 a Be a ae 6 CHANGING THE FILTER 4 02 ae ra 6 CHANGING THE UV 5 7 RESETTING THE SERVICE 5 8 REPLACEMENT FILTERS AND ULTRAVIOLET 5 8 INSTALLATION 4 48 se 8 dd here ee DE Gaerne 8 TYPICAL VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION 10 LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY 2 0 2 2 2 eee eee eee ee ees 11 PERFORMANCE DATA AND 5 12 WIRING 13 PARTS LIST a Be Seb Tene Gee ea a Ie Bo ae 14 CX3000 EXPLODED ee ee ee ees 15 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before installing the CX3000 purifier inspect for any signs of damage During handling and installation take care to protect the catalytic hon eycomb side of the product from physi
3. normal requirements for heating and air conditioning have not cycled the fan unit long enough to meet air purification requirements The Air Cycler can be sourced from Shelter Supply Lakeville MN 1 800 762 8399 or www Air Cycler com on the web COST OF OPERATION Electricity cost per kilowatt hour 06 kw hr 08 kw hr 10 kw hr CX3000 32 25 kw hours per month 1 93 2 58 3 22 During periods where the fan unit is being operated for the sole purpose of air purification running a 1 2 horsepower fan unit will add approxi mately 5 36 per month to the normal operating cost However this cost is easily offset in savings on medication doctors office visits mechanical maintenance and cleaning of fan units refrigeration coils dirty air ducts and last but not least less house cleaning SERVICE The CX3000 comes with a built in computerized service panel to automati cally keep track of service intervals Indicator lights will tell you when to change filter and ultraviolet lamps 30 days in advance MERV 11 Filter change every 6 months service light turns from green to yellow after five months and to red after six months UV Lamps change every 12 months service light turns from green to yellow after eleven months and to red after twelve months CHANGING THE FILTER 1 Unplug the power cord from the CX3000 Unscrew the two locking knobs and pull out the inner module 2 Loosen Phillips
4. that are sensitive to mold spores dust mites and chemicals or have respiratory problems such as asthma emphysema and chronic aller gies should extend the run time to at least 40 minutes per hour To obtain maximum benefit from the CX3000 air purification system it is recommended that the air handler fan be set to run continuously CYCLE TIMES AIR CYCLES PER HOUR Based on 3000 sq ft Fan unit on 10 minutes per hour Air cycled 1 times per hour Fan unit on 15 minutes per hour Air cycled 1 3 times per hour Fan unit on 20 minutes per hour Air cycled 1 75 times per hour Fan unit on 30 minutes per hour Air cycled 2 62 times per hour AIR CYCLES PER DAY Fan unit on 10 minutes per hour Air cycled 24 times per day Fan unit on 15 minutes per hour Air cycled 31 times per day Fan unit on 20 minutes per hour Air cycled 42 times per day Fan unit on 30 minutes per hour Air cycled 63 times per day Note In the event the existing thermostat does not have the capability to operate the air handler fan unit independently of a demand for heating or air conditioning it is highly recommended that an Air Cycler be installed This device is simply wired in parallel with the existing thermostat wire and can be programmed to turn on the air handler fan unit for any desired interval A memory tracks the time the fan unit operates every hour and only cycles the fan unit that hour if
5. S OK SOON NOW HERE TO RESET SERVICE PANEL FIG 5 REPLACEMENT FILTERS AND ULTRAVIOLET LAMPS Replacement components are available in the form of a yearly replace ment kit comprising 2 filters and 1 set of UV lamps Replacement kits are avail able from your local HVAC wholesaler INSTALLATION Make sure to install the CX3000 so that the inlet or return air enters the side containing the MERV 11 particle filter first Fig 6 FILTER SIDE a CATALYST SIDE AIR FLOW gt FIG 6 8 1 Unscrew the two locking knobs and remove the inside module from the outer case Take care not to bend or distort the outer metal enclosure Mount the outer case to the support plenum Note Do not use a screw length that will extend into or penetrate the inside module containing the catalyst or filter 4 In some cases the foot print of the air handler may be larger or smaller than the outer enclosure of the CX3000 A metal adapter plate of 13 ga sheet metal should be fabricated to make a suitable transition Fig 7 Ww 20 DEGREE EXPANSION PER SIDE 10 SCREWS NOT 4 IN PER LINEAR FOOFH A y LONGER THAN 1 2 1N RETURN AIR DUCT FIG 7 TRANSITIONS FOR IN DUCT MOUNTING 5 Tape all seams between the air handler and the outlet side of the CX3000 so there can be no air bypassing the system 6 Attach the air handler to the outlet side of the CX3000 and fasten with 10 x 3 8 se
6. cal damage as the aluminum tita nium core is very soft and can be easily damaged Warning Always unplug the power cord from the CX3000 air purifier when changing the filter or ultraviolet lamps Never look into a burning ultravi olet lamp without proper eye protection as severe damage to the eyes can result This product is rated for standard ambient air temperatures during heating and air conditioning functions and not rated for elevated air tem peratures in excess of 125 degrees fahrenheit Do not attempt to clean the catalytic honeycomb core with cleaning solutions The catalyst is radiated with short wave ultraviolet light during periods of non air flow and is self cleaning Do not install insulation within 76MM or 3 inches of Luminaries Access for service is required when mounting above ceilings or behind walls Do not install in a position where the interior module can fall from an elevated position and cause injury to people or equipment below SPECIFICATIONS Manufacturer Continental Fan Manufacturing Inc Model CX3000 Voltage 1 120V 60 Dimensions 21 W x 25 H x 10 25 D Amps 0 38 Watts 44 8 Caution Risk of fire replace only with SP20T10 20 watt UV C lamps Fuse Replace only with AGC l fuse Max Face Velocity 625 fpm Max Air Flow 2170 cfm UV Range 254 NM germicidal Weight 42 LBS Application 3000 Sq Feet Catalyst Titanium Dioxide Particle Filter Electrostatic Needled MERV 11 Se
7. er Fuse Holder Fuse Duct Electrical Receptacle Power Guard PWG 404 Filter Filter Holding Brackets Duct Braces Brass Key Tag Plastic Lock Knob Southco B8 66 Handle 1 3 16 T x 3 8 W Foam Tape Duct Filter Enclosure Assembled Lamp Socket 20 Watt UV Lamp UV Lamp Reflector 125 5 Starter Holder FS5C Starter Window Plug Micro Switch Aluminum Honeycomb Grid 1 2 Face T Molding Detachable Power Cord 10 32 x 3 8 PP Type F 10 32 x 3 4 P P Type F 8 32 Hex Nut 8 32 x 1 2 RR Machine Screw PVC Spring Clip Duct Filter Cabinet Enclosure 1 2 Foam Seal Tape CX3000 L4 CX3000 UG 0505 Continental Fan Manufacturing Inc 203 Eggert Road Buffalo New York 14215 Tel 800 779 4021 Fax 716 842 0611 email cfm continentalfan com web www continentalfan com
8. head screws on filter retainer plates and remove plates Fig 1 3 Remove old filter and replace with new filter Make sure airflow arrow on filter is pointing to the inside of module 4 Replace filter retainer plate and tighten Phillips head screws FILTER RETAINER _ FIG 1 FIG 2 FILTER REMOVED CHANGING THE UV LAMPS Remove filter as in Fig 1 2 Reach inside and rotate UV lamp 1 4 turn in either direction and remove Fig 3 3 Carefully place new lamp back into inner case so that the pins line up with the slot on lamp holders at each end Fig 4 4 Slide the new lamp down into the lamp holders and rotate 1 4 turn 5 Replace filter and slide module into outer case Tighten locking knobs finger tight 6 IMPORTANT Make sure AIR FLOW arrow on filter is facing the air inlet side of the air handler de Plug in power cord and check sight ports for lamp illumination AIR FLOW _ E z qe m 2 Li LIGN PINS ON LAMP RESETTING THE SERVICE LIGHTS On the right side of the service panel there are arrows pointing to two small holes marked RESET One is marked FILTER and one is marked LAMP Insert a pin or similar object into the hole corresponding to the replacement component and push lightly until the service light returns to the green position The computer is now reset Fig 5 O amp O RESETy LAMP PRES
9. lf drilling sheet metal screws NOTE Only 1 2 inch of clearance has been provided between the outer and inner case 7 Slide the inner module into the outer encasement and tighten locking knobs finger tight Make sure the inner module will freely slide in and out of the outside enclosure 8 Plug in the power cord to any 120vac outlet and check both sight ports to make sure both lamps are illuminated Ultraviolet lamps must remain on at all times regardless of thermostat or Air Cycler settings 9 Check the service panel The LED lights should flash in sequence for 15 seconds and then return to green The filter lamp should be flashing green and the UV lamp light should be a steady green 10 Set the thermostat or the Air Cycler to operate the fan unit for at least 25 minutes every hour If air quality problems persist after one week increase the fan unit operating time by 5 minute intervals TYPICAL VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION Horizontal System Air Flow Supply Plenum Fan Coil Unit Gas Burners Photo Catalytic Purification System Transition Return Air Duct Work As Needed Vertical System LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Each CX3000 Complete Air Purification System comes with a limited life time warranty excluding expendable parts such as filters and UV lamps This warranty provides for repair or replacement of any defective parts or components for two years from the date of purchase at no charge for labor or
10. materials This warranty does not cover the expendable UV lamps which must be replaced on an annual basis 1 year or the expendable filter cartridge media which must be replaced every six months Continental Fan Manufacturing Inc is not responsible for the installation of this product This warranty does not cover faulty installa tion or damage to personal property resulting from incorrect or faulty installation This warranty does not cover the cost for removal or reinstal lation of the CX3000 when service or warranty work is required All war ranty repair work must be performed either at the factory or by a factory certified service center Shipping cost to the factory or service center is the responsibility of the owner of the CX3000 To return product for war ranty repair the customer must first contact the factory for a Return Materials Authorization RMA number and a ship to address as it may dif fer from the manufacturing location For material repaired under warran ty shipping costs to the customer will be prepaid for the first two years only This warranty is provided to the original purchaser of the CX3000 and may not be transferred sold or bartered This product is not war ranted against freight damage failure resulting from misuse connection to incorrect voltage or acts of God such as fires earthquakes or floods PERFORMANCE DATA AND APPROVALS CX3000 PR er 720 5 100 5 5 Particle Size er
11. rvice UV LAMPS 1 year FILTERS 6 months OPERATION The CX3000 installs in the air inlet side of any heating and air condi tioning system up to five tons in size Operation of the air handler fan unit is required for air purification and sterilization to take place Note The ultraviolet lamps are wired to operate continuously This fea ture allows the catalyst to burn off surface impurities while cleaning and reactivating itself during periods of no airflow The cost of operation is less than 07 cents per day See operating cost section The CX3000 combines three unique technologies to protect people against indoor air pollutants Photo Catalytic Titanium Oxidation com bined with high efficiency electrostatic MERV 11 particulate filtration and germicidal ultraviolet lights quickly reduce and eliminate toxic gas phase chemicals lung damaging dust and airborne germs from the living environment Many new homes have smart programmable thermostats that allow for automatic operation of the air handler fan unit when there is no demand for heating or air conditioning It is important that the CX3000 operates at least 25 minutes per hour 24 hours per day to remove toxic mate rials from the indoor environment The length of operation depends on the location of the home or office in relation to point source pollution such as refineries processing plants automobile traffic and areas that produce high levels of pollen Individuals
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