ERV & HRV: User and Installer Manual
Manufacturer reserves the right to change, at any time, specifications and designs without notice and without obligations.
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Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to
emphasize particular information:
Recognize safety information. When you see this symbol on the unit
and in instructions or manuals, be alert to the potential for personal
injury. Understand the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION. These words are used with the safety-alert symbol.
DANGER identifies the most serious hazards, which will result in severe
personal injury or death. WARNING signifies hazards, which could
result in personal injury or death. CAUTION is used to identify unsafe
practices, which may result in minor personal injury or product and
property damage. NOTE is used to highlight suggestions which will
result in enhanced installation, reliability, or operation.
LIMITATION
For residential (domestic) installation only. Installation work and
electrical wiring must be done by a qualified person in accordance with
all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction
codes and standards.
WARNING
!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR INJURY TO PERSON(S) OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
2. Before servicing or cleaning this unit, disconnect power cord
from electrical outlet.
3. This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution
air for fuel-burning appliances.
4. When cutting or drilling into a wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
5. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device
other than those specified in
6. This unit must be grounded. The power supply cord has a
3-prong grounding plug for your personal safety. It must be
plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding receptacle, grounded
in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes
and ordinances. Do not remove the ground prong. Do not use an
extension cord.
7. Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any
appliances.
8. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.
9. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning this unit, it
is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.
10. When applicable local regulation comprises more restrictive
installation
and/or
certification
requirements,
the
aforementioned requirements prevail on those of this document
and the installer agrees to conform to these at his own expenses.
CAUTION
!
TO AVOID UNIT DAMAGE AND ENSURE LONG LIFE
1. To avoid prematurely clogged filters, turn the unit OFF during
construction or renovation.
2. Please read specification label on product for further
information and requirements.
3. Be sure to duct air outside – Do not intake/exhaust air into
spaces within walls or ceiling or into attics, crawl spaces, or
garage. Do not attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or
a range hood.
4. Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the
requirements of NFPA 90B (for a unit installed in U.S.A.) or
Part 9 of the National Building Code of Canada (for a unit
installed in Canada).
5. Do not run any air ducts directly above or within 2 feet (0.61 m)
of a furnace or its supply plenum, boiler, or other heat
producing appliance. If a duct has to be connected to the furnace
return plenum, it must be connected 10 feet (3.1 m) away from
plenum’s connection to the furnace.
6. The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all
applicable local and national codes.
7. When leaving the house for a long period of time (more than
two weeks), a responsible person should regularly check if the
unit operates adequately.
8. If the ductwork passes through an unconditioned space (e.g.:
attic), the unit must operate continuously except when
performing maintenance and/or repair. Also, the ambient
temperature of the house should never drop below 18°C (65°F).
9. At least once a year, the unit mechanical and electronic parts
should be inspected by qualified service personnel.
10. Do not use your unit during construction or renovation of your
house or when sanding drywall. Certain types of dust and
vapors may damage your system.
11. Make sure at all times that the outside intake and exhaust hoods
are free from any snow during the winter season. It is important
to check your unit during a big snow storm, so it doesn’t draw in
any snow. If this is the case, please turn the unit OFF for a few
hours.
12. Since the electronic control system of the unit uses a
microprocessor, it may not operate correctly because of external
noise or very short power failure. If this happens, unplug the
unit and wait approximately 10 seconds. Then, plug the unit in
again.
13. Do not make excessive use of fragrance appliances or chemicals
since some may damage the unit components material.
