Build Equinox CERV2-6EC, Installation Manuals

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General Considerations
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death: disconnect all remote
electric power supplies before servicing.
1. Please review entire manual before proceeding with installation. Improper installation or deviation
from instructions can result in damage and warranty being voided.
2. Ensure that all components are on hand and free from defects or damage.
3. Installation and service should be performed by qualified personnel with a thorough understanding of
electrical safety precautions. Units must be properly grounded.
4. Beware of sharp edges when assembling duct connections and do not lift CERV2 by duct fittings or
front electrical enclosure.
5. Units should be secure and level. If installing on a platform, ensure levelness and structural stability of
the platform.
6. Fresh air inlet and exhaust outlet ducts to house from outside:
a. Must be sufficiently above ground to avoid blockage from snow or other obstructions. Two feet
above ground is recommended.
b. Ducts to the outside must use a coarse screen or mesh to prevent insects, birds, etc from
entering, but fine screens, dampers, flaps, etc should be removed so as to eliminate any
restrictions.
c. If possible both inlet and exhaust should be on same side of house to avoid pressure
differential, which can impact flow.
d. Inlet and exit ducts should be a minimum of 4’ apart in any orientation. Inlet separation from
any other possible sources of contamination should be considered and local codes followed.
7. Ducts must be insulated as directed in ducting section. Improper or insufficient duct insulating can lead
to condensation and staining and/or water damage.
8. Water drain must be lower than the drain outlet from the CERV2 unit. If not, a condensate pump must
be used.
9. The CERV has an internal water trap for its condensate drain, and therefore no external water trap is
needed. If an external trap is added the CERV side should be open to atmosphere.