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ROUBLESHOOTING

If the unit does not work properly, reset the unit by unplugging it for one minute and then replug it. If it is still not working 
properly, refer to table below.

Problems

You should try this

1

The error code E1 or E3 appears on wall control 
screen.

•  Reset the unit by unplugging it for 30 seconds. 
•  If the problem is not solved, contact Venmar or Broan-NuTone customer 
  service, according to your unit model.

2

Unit does not work.

•  See if the unit is plugged in.
•  Check if the upper left port is free from packaging material.
•  See if the unit is receiving power from the house circuit breaker or fuse.

3

Condensation on windows (air too humid).

•  See Control section, specially 4.6.1 Operation modes on pages 16 and 17.
•  Leave curtains half-open to allow air circulation.
•  Store all firewood in a closed room with a dehumidifier or in a well ventilated 
  room, or store the wood outside.
•  Do not adjust the thermostat of your heating system below 18°C (64°F).

4

Inside air too dry (on cold season).

•  Temporarily use a humidifier.
•  See Control section, specially 4.6.1 Operation modes on pages 16 and 17.

5

Air too cold at the air supply grille (on cold season).

•  Check if the exterior hood is not blocked, specifically the top grille.
•  Set the unit in AUTO or ECO mode. See Control section, 4.6.1 Operation 
  modes on pages 15 and 16.
• Change the defrost cycle of the unit to PLUS. See 4.2 Defrost Cycles on 
 page 

13.

6

The LED of the integrated defrost control is blinking 
GREEN.

•  Reset the unit by unplugging it for 30 seconds.
• If the problem is not solved, there is a problem with the thermistor. 
 

The unit is still working

, but will defrost frequently. Contact your installer.

7

The LED of the integrated defrost control is blinking 
AMBER.

•  Reset the unit by unplugging it for 30 seconds.
• If the problem is not solved, there is a problem with the damper system. 
 

The unit is OFF.

 For a 5-hour period, the unit will try to reset the damper  system

  every 30 minutes. After 5 hours, if the problem is not solved, the unit stops 
  trying to reset damper system.
• Contact Venmar or Broan-NuTone customer service, according to your 
 unit 

model.

8

The integrated defrost control push-button does not 
work.

• The 30-second boot sequence is not completed, see step 4.1 Booting 
  Sequence on page 13.

If the problem is still not solved, call your installer or the nearest approved Service Center. Also, according to your unit model, you can 
reach the corresponding Customer Service Department Team at one of the following phone numbers:

Exclusively for EVO5 500 HRV and EVO5 700 HRV HEPA units:

Venmar Ventilation Inc.

1-800-567-3855

Exclusively for HRV 5.1 and HRV 7.1 HEPA units:

Broan-NuTone Canada Inc.

1-866-737-7770

Summary of Contents for EVO5 500 HRV

Page 1: ...HEPA HRV 5 1 These products earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and the US EPA They meet ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Ca...

Page 2: ...ugged 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 8 D...

Page 3: ...RTS 11 3 7 INSTALLING DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD 11 12 3 7 1 ASSEMBLING DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD 11 3 7 2 LOCATING DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD 11 3 7 3 CONNECTING TANDEM TRANSITION TO DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD 12 3 8 CONNECTING TH...

Page 4: ...evel Homes with more than one level require at least one exhaust register at the highest level See figure at right 1 2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT CONNECTION TO A FORCED AIR SYSTEM VH0089 Stale air coming from...

Page 5: ...SITION VD0118A 8 222 mm 9 248 mm The joist opening needed to install theTandem tansition included in ISKV1000 and ISKB1000 installation kits must be 9 248 mm minimum Also the maximumheightoftheTandemt...

Page 6: ...nstall the door NOTE On EVO5 700 HRV HEPA and HRV 7 1 HEPA units only write the installation date on the HEPA filter frame for future reference see illustration at right TO P DES SU S FR O N T AV A N...

Page 7: ...minimum Do not ventilate crawl spaces or cold rooms Do not attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood This would cause clogging of the filters and recovery module If the house ha...

Page 8: ...level to ensure the greatest possible air circulation Keep in mind that the fresh air diffuser must be located as far as possible from the stale air diffuser If desired you can install another diffuse...

Page 9: ...orresponding port then do the same for the exhaust air to building duct and port See illustration at right NOTE Use an insulated duct not included if the duct will have to go through a space where it...

Page 10: ...will need two exterior hoods instead of one In this case do not use the Tandem transition go to point 3 6 2 and refer to the optional single hood enclosed instructions For each duct pull back the ins...

Page 11: ...around the joint Compressed insulation loses its insulation properties and causes water dripping due to condensation on the exterior surface of the duct CAUTION 3 7 INSTALLING DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD Exte...

Page 12: ...de duct will be located on top CAUTION VD0085 XMAS TREE PIN Join the end of the Tandem transition to the rear of the exterior backplate Secure with 2 Xmas tree pins and seal properly with duct tape Th...

Page 13: ...of the LED will show on which defrost cycle the unit is set NOTE No command will be taken until the unit is fully booted 4 2 DEFROST CYCLES Five seconds after the booting sequence is done the LED 2 wi...

Page 14: ...tic operation of the unit and or the wall control Never install more than one main wall control per ventilation unit Keep control low voltage wiring at least 1 foot 305 mm away from motors lighting ba...

Page 15: ...artment interface Plug the unit Usetheterminalconnectorincludedintheinstallationkittoperformtheelectricalconnection for main and optional wall controls Check if all wires are correctly inserted in the...

Page 16: ...ee operation modes for more details ECO mode key 4 6 1 OPERATION MODES 4 6 MAIN WALL CONTROL USE When the wall control is ON press the MODE key to choose the operation mode of the ventilation unit Ope...

Page 17: ...When the wall control is ON press the ECO key to access directly to ECO mode without scrolling all other modes on the screen Press another time to exit the ECO mode and return to the previous operati...

Page 18: ...AYED TEMPERATURE UNIT NOTE Prior to perform this setting the wall control must be ON Press and hold on ECO key during 4 seconds NOTE To get back to C for temperature display repeat the complete proced...

Page 19: ...appear on screen while 25 13 will flash factory set value OR according to the displayed temperature unit chosen To enter a lower value press on ECO key to enter a higher value press the TURBO key OR 4...

Page 20: ...ances When the wrench icon appears on wall control screen perform the required maintenance according to the unit model MAINTENANCE TABLE FOR EVO5 500 HRV AND HRV 5 1 UNITS APPEARANCE MAINTENANCE TYPE...

Page 21: ...wall of the unit with a damp cloth then wipe with a dry one Remove dust on core using a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment Wash both core filters under hot water with mild soap Rinse thoroug...

Page 22: ...water and mild soap dishwashing liquid Rinse carefully drain off water and reinstall with its filters For EVO5 700 HRV HEPA and HRV 7 1 HEPA units only The heat recovery core must be reinstalled BEFO...

Page 23: ...the unit in AUTO or ECO mode See Control section 4 6 1 Operation modes on pages 15 and 16 Change the defrost cycle of the unit to PLUS See 4 2 Defrost Cycles on page 13 6 The LED of the integrated def...

Page 24: ...ch unit and are manufactured to comply with all the applicable certification standards and maintain a high standard of safety Any third party replacement part used may cause serious damage and drastic...

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