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The UltimateAir® RecoupAerator® 200DX Manual and Installation Guide, March 2014                           

 

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Model 

RecoupAerator 200DX Energy Recovery Ventilator 
(ERV). Includes pre-filters, patented energy 
transfer/filtration material, fans, controls, and motors. 

Airflow Capacity 

~ 50-339 CMH 

Sensible Apparent 
Efficiency 

96%  

Heat Exchange Type 

Patented rotary random matrix polymer 

Filtration 

Energy transfer/filtration material 95% effective at 1.8 
microns (MERV 12), replaceable, with washable 
aluminum pre-filter 

Electrical Ratings 

230VAC, 50/60Hz., 3.0amp (start up) 

Fuse (low voltage) 

¼ Amp, 250V 3AG slow blow fuse 

Dimensions 

25 in. H x 19 in. W x 25 in. D (63.5 cm H x 48.25 cm W x 
63.5 cm D) 

Unit Weight 

72 lb  (32 kg) 

Shipping Weight 

80 lb  (36 kg) 

Mounting 

May be mounted by vertically or horizontally by 
suspending from floor joists, or placed on floor or shelf 
in conditioned spaces such as attics, basements, and 
utility rooms. Collars (four) are 6” in diameter. 

Maintenance 

Clean filters approximately every 6 months and replace 
when necessary  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for 200DX

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Page 2: ...sfer rating of 96 the RecoupAerator moderates indoor humidity in the winter and turns away outdoor humidity in the summer Automatically self balances air flow 96 heat recovery efficiency 95 filtration...

Page 3: ...effective at 1 8 microns MERV 12 replaceable with washable aluminum pre filter Electrical Ratings 230VAC 50 60Hz 3 0amp start up Fuse low voltage Amp 250V 3AG slow blow fuse Dimensions 25 in H x 19 in...

Page 4: ...quipped auxiliary IAQ and timer inputs furnace wiring terminals and auxiliary output These controls allow you to adjust the airflow as needed to maintain a comfortable level of fresh air The check fil...

Page 5: ...pAerator 200DX Energy Recovery Ventilator with four 4 starter collars packaged inside the RecoupAerator Literature package with maintenance guide parts list registration card and warranty Wall mountab...

Page 6: ...your protection against shock hazards and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded 230V wall receptacle If only a two pronged outlet is available it must be replaced with a properly grounde...

Page 7: ...ator 200DX Manual and Installation Guide March 2014 Vertical Installation Horizontal Installation _______________________________________________________________________ Connect to the Inside Connect...

Page 8: ...ich ductwork is run the more effective the system will be Dedicated ductwork is installed for the exhaust intake and the fresh air delivery The kitchen laundry room and other areas with high contamina...

Page 9: ...the cold air return side or the supply side of the furnace Stale Air Out thru the RecoupAerator is ducted separately to strategically located points throughout the house from which you d like to remo...

Page 10: ...RecoupAerator and your air handler to run simultaneously i e they will be interlocked to prevent recirculation shorting thru back past the furnace air handler Option 4 Shared Forced Air Return This m...

Page 11: ...use Avoid directly suspending the RecoupAerator from the mid span area of joists This can result in structural vibration Allow adequate space for maintenance and service of the RecoupAerator Vertical...

Page 12: ...Horizontal Use a Ceiling Mounting Kit to suspend the RecoupAerator from the D rings located on the four corners Allow adequate space 12 between the ceiling and the unit to allow for servicing Allow 24...

Page 13: ...e maximum airflow use the largest practical duct for the installation Design and installation of ductwork must be in accordance with HVAC standards and regulations to allow required quantities of fres...

Page 14: ...apart 40 inches from the corner of the building and above the projected snow plane above 18 inches if possible 4 Position inside grill register vents so that fresh air does not blow directly onto occ...

Page 15: ...uct a Knife or Scissors Wire Cutter Use knife or scissors to cut duct wall Use wire cutters to cut spiral wire helix b Foil Tape Use only tapes that have been listed and labeled to Standard UL 181B an...

Page 16: ...letely cover the duct fitting Mechanically fasten the vapor barrier jacket with a draw band Secure the inner core to the fitting using a draw band or three wraps of pressure sensitive tape apply addit...

Page 17: ...of the ductwork on all four collars This will help dampen noise being transmitted from the unit into the home or business at the source 2 Locate the unit farther away from the source of the noise poll...

Page 18: ...n of the exhaust air 2 Terminate the ducts using exterior weather hoods Ensure that the exterior weather caps have wire mesh to keep out birds small animals insects and debris Angle the weather caps d...

Page 19: ...t option and shows the wiring procedure to accomplish them Factory Default Settings Airflow This unit contains two blower motors each independently controlling the airflow coming into the building Blo...

Page 20: ...The UltimateAir RecoupAerator 200DX Manual and Installation Guide March 2014 Three motor Main Control Board...

Page 21: ...ine post Line voltage from the internal transformer K LINE 1 24 VAC line post Line voltage from the internal transformer L JP6 Jumper connects 24 VAC Line from internal transformer to F1 M JP7 Jumper...

Page 22: ...roller BB FLT terminal For wiring to mating terminal on NA wall controller CC Vun terminal For wiring to mating terminal on NA wall controller DD NC terminal Do not wire to this Empty terminal EE Vr t...

Page 23: ...rd inside the power switch cover Use the screw terminals labeled 24 VAC LINE 1 2 or 3 and 24 VAC RETURN 1 2 or 3 to power low voltage accessories Limitations Note that your RecoupAerator uses 4 VA und...

Page 24: ...unit before un wiring to be sure that everything is working 2 Following all applicable electrical codes Determine the location where the Wall Dial will be mounted and the length of 6 conductor wire 20...

Page 25: ...ds complete the wiring by matching each labeled between the 3 Motor Main Control and the Wall Dial Be sure all connections are secure by lightly pulling each wire 6 If wiring to a furnace you MUST REM...

Page 26: ...d ability Boost is useful for running at maximum air flow 200CFM using a low voltage signal input such as the optional Boost Timer Typically Boost inputs include bathroom timers CO2 monitors and humid...

Page 27: ...e air during summer months may be utilized e g during the night to cool your home or business thereby providing AC energy savings and Comfort The built in temperature sensor on the incoming air stream...

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Page 29: ...ers JP6 and JP7 located just under the temperature sensor input 3 Run two wires 20 22GA from the furnace to the input terminals on the UltimateAir 200DX main control marked F1 24 VAC Line and F2 24 VA...

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Page 31: ...The UltimateAir RecoupAerator 200DX Manual and Installation Guide March 2014 AIR OUT STALE AIR OUT FRESH AIR IN AIR IN FRESH STALE...

Page 32: ...under the power switch cover 2 Inside on the Main Control Board locate the jumpers labeled JMP2 and JMP3 which determine the offset between the two air streams at maximum air flow Notice on the board...

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Page 34: ...ler as shown in the drawing below to enable the 0 10 VDC control input 2 If a Wall Dial Control is attached to the unit remove it You do not need a Wall Controller when operating the unit with a 0 10V...

Page 35: ...March 2014 Vin versus CFM 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 0 00 1 00 2 00 3 00 4 00 5 00 6 00 7 00 8 00 9 00 10 00 Vin volts CFM L s n x 0 4719 Note Curves are generated from actual test data but s...

Page 36: ...motor controller description The relay controls any auxiliary options you may want to operate in conjunction with your ventilation unit When the RecoupAerator is turned on by the Wall Dial Control or...

Page 37: ...Replace energy transfer filtration material when necessary Check exterior weather caps regularly Lightly vacuum or dust the cabinet interior yearly The check filter indicator light is located on the...

Page 38: ...lean the filters 1 Disconnect power to the RecoupAerator 2 Unlatch the filter access cover 3 Remove the two rectangular filter cover inserts They will easily lift free 4 Slide the two aluminum pre fil...

Page 39: ...access cover 3 Remove the two rectangular filter cover insert blocks 4 Remove the long aluminum pre filter as explained in the Aluminum Pre Filter section on the previous page 5 If the energy transfer...

Page 40: ...e follow these steps to replace the Drive Roller Belt This should be done by a HVAC installer Technical support is available by calling UltimateAir 800 535 3448 1 Disconnect power and turn the main sw...

Page 41: ...sts 2 Once the screws are out reach in and firmly rock the motor mount assembly to unsnap the rear posts 3 Replace Drive Roller Belt by stretching and rolling the new belt onto the pulleys 4 Install m...

Page 42: ...e Wall Dial if Boost works correctly Blown fuse Check and replace the main fuse amp Connections may not be grounded properly Verify all connections and replace any loose wiring Jumpers on three motor...

Page 43: ...ransmission through hard duct Obstructions in pre filters and ducts Clear airways of any and all obstructions including termination vents and pre filters Heat recovery wheel rubbing on insulation Make...

Page 44: ...The UltimateAir RecoupAerator 200DX Manual and Installation Guide March 2014...

Page 45: ...nsulation 2 1006 Filter Door Insulation 2 2004 Top Door 1 2008 Front Door 2 2011 Exterior Electronics Cover 1 3011 6 Starter Collars 4 4013 Power Cord Euro 1 4022 1 4 Amp Fuse 1 4100 Three Motor Contr...

Page 46: ...e March 2014 Assemblies 7001 7005 Electronics Assemblies Part No Part Description Qty 2001 Electronics Plate 2 2006 Electronics Cover 1 1 2007 Electronics Cover 2 1 3013 Polypropylene Impeller 2 4104...

Page 47: ...Part Description Qty 2009 Drive Roller Motor Mount 1 3001 Small Motor Pulley 1 3002 Drive Roller Pulley Assembly 1 3005 Driver Roller Belt 1 3021 Drive Roller Spring 1 4202 HRW Drive Motor 1 5001 M6...

Page 48: ...X Manual and Installation Guide March 2014 Assembly 7014 Part No Part Description Qty 3003 Bearings 2 3006 Energy Recovery Wheel 1 3010 Centering Cone 2 3016 Shaft 1 3017 Hub 1 7013 Energy Transfer Fi...

Page 49: ...er Input 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 Controller Input CFM L s n x 0 4719 Balanced Airflow 1 Step Offset 2 Step Offset Maximum Offset Techni...

Page 50: ...llation Guide March 2014 Power versus CFM 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 65 75 85 95 105 115 125 135 145 155 165 175 185 195 CFM L s n x 0 4719 Power Watts Note The power curve was generated...

Page 51: ...tatic Pressure in H2O 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 External Static Pressure Max 0 7 in H2O CFM L s n x 0 4719 195 CFM HIGH MED LOW 145 CFM 70 CFM Note Curves are gener...

Page 52: ...tion Be sure to promptly return your warranty registration to ensure your product is registered Your RecoupAerator is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for five 5 years fr...

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