Drain Connection
The HRV cabinet has pre-punched holes for the drain, in order to keep the drain pan intact hand tighten the 2 plastic drain
tube to the unit using the gasket and nuts.
Cut two sections of ½" drain pipe and connect the other ends to the drain tube then connect to “ T ” connector. Connect a
drain line and create a
to prevent the unit from unpleasant odours from drain source. Tape or fasten base to avoid
P-trap
any bends.
The HRV and all condensate lines must be installed in a space where the temperature
is maintained above the freezing point or freeze protection must be provided.
CAUTION
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Intake
Exhaust
Insulation
CAULKING GRILLE
- 3 SIDES ONLY, NOT ON BOTTOM
CAULKING WALLBOX
- CAULK WALLBOX TO
STRUCTURE ON ALL 4 SIDES
Distance
“X”
“Single Vents Only”
Metal Clamp
Insulation
Duct
Backdraft
Damper
Grille
Insulation
Wallbox
Access Door
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Note:
- For Horizontal installation,
connect only 1 drain spout assembly on lid / door.
cut one ½’’ drain pipe and connect one end to the drain spout and the other
end to the drain line. Don't forget to create a P-trap as shown above.
For Vertical installation
“ T ” Connector
½” I.D.
Drain Pipe
Zip Tie
Drain Spout
to Drain
Drain Pan
“P” Trap
Drain Pan
Drain Spout Assembly
Rubber washer
Drain Spout
Nut
Steel washer
HRV/ERV Steel Housing
Plastic Drain Pan
Lid
HRV and ERV Typical Installations
(cont’d)
Typical Installations of Single Vents & Access door
(For vertical installation)
Use this drain for
horizontal installation
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Fresh air intake and exhaust duct to the outside must be completely insulated.
It is recommended to insulate 5 ft. of supply air duct to the house (as shown).
In colder climate we recommend to insulate all exhaust and supply ducts.
Note:
-Use appropriate access door size for easy access and
routine maintenance of the unit.
*Re - circulation Efficiency
If distance “X” is 5 ft - 99.7%
“X” is 3 ft - 96.5%
When the outside temperature drops below -5°C, the HRV / ERV Supply Fan cycles ON / OFF depending on the outside
temperature. The exhaust fan always operates normally at all times regardless of the outside air temperature.
During defrost cycle the HRV unit may produce some condensation and the water should flow into a nearby drain.
Minimum 5 Feet
(1” Thick)
- HRV must be connected to drain.
- ERV does not required any drain. However,
we recommend to connect ERV to drain in
areas where extreme cold weather conditions are expected.
