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ONNECTING

 

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Cut 2 sections of the plastic tube, at least 16” long, 
and attach them to each inner drain fitting, located 
under the unit.
Join both short sections to the “T” junction and 
main tube as shown. 

Make a water trap loop in the tube to prevent the 
unit from drawing unpleasant odors from the drain 
source. Make sure this loop is located OVER the 
“T” as shown. Run the tube to the floor drain or to 
an alternative drain pipe or pail. 

IMPORTANT

If using a pail to collect water, locate the tube end 
approximately 1” from the top of the pail in order 
to prevent water from being drawn back up into 
the unit.

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ALANCING

What you need to balance the unit:

•  A magnehelic gauge capable of measuring 0” to 0.25” 

water gauge (0 to 62.5 Pa) and 2 plastic tubes.

•  Two flow collars (6” diameter).

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COLLAR

Summary of Contents for FAE 125M

Page 1: ...ION AND USER MANUAL VB0134 FURNACE AIR EXCHANGER WITH HEAT RECOVERY MODELS ADDRESS OF YOUR INSTALLER FAE125 VFAE125 FAE 125M VFAE125M INSTALLER LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH HOMEOWNER CUSTOMER SERVICE PHONE...

Page 2: ...r installation contrary to recommended installation instructions The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the 2 year period as specified for the express warranty Some jurisdictions do not al...

Page 3: ...ufacturer at the telephone number listed in the warranty 10 When performing installation servicing or cleaning the unit it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves 11 Servicing shall be done b...

Page 4: ...INSTALLATIONS 8 4 INSTALLATION 8 10 4 1 LOCATING AND MOUNTING THE UNIT 8 4 2 CONNECTING DUCTS TO THE UNIT 9 4 3 INSTALLING EXTERIOR HOODS 9 4 4 CONNECTING THE DRAIN 10 5 AIR FLOW BALANCING 10 12 6 WA...

Page 5: ...tically reduce the performance level of your unit which will result in premature failing The manufacturer recommends to contact a certified service depot for all replacement parts and repairs NO PART...

Page 6: ...is accomplished in such a way that the stale air is never mixed with the fresh air Example in winter VF0015 EXHAUST AIR FROM BUILDING 60 C 140 F DURING HEATING MODE FRESH AIR TO BUILDING 35 C 95 F FRE...

Page 7: ...ERFORMANCE CHART These following curves illustrate the air volume through the units for a typical installation A typical installation is close to an exterior wall in order to shorten the insulated duc...

Page 8: ...insulated VH0080 4 INSTALLATION 4 1 LOCATING AND MOUNTING THE UNIT Choose an appropriate location for the unit So as to provide easy access to the interior cabinet Close to an exterior wall so as to l...

Page 9: ...s R value and also causes water dripping due to condensation on the exterior surface of the duct CAUTION Make sure that the vapor barrier on the insulated ducts does not tear during installation a VJ0...

Page 10: ...in source Make sure this loop is located OVER the T as shown Run the tube to the floor drain or to an alternative drain pipe or pail IMPORTANT If using a pail to collect water locate the tube end appr...

Page 11: ...in place temporarily Balancing Procedure 1 Set the furnace blower to maximum speed 2 Place the magnehelic gauge on a level surface and adjust it to zero 3 Connect tubing from gauge to flow collar in e...

Page 12: ...e to the other side of the unit and take the second reading 6 WALL CONTROL FAE125M AND VFAE125M ONLY 6 1 INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING WALL CONTROL The wall control works with a dehumidistat that allows you...

Page 13: ...top tray of the dishwasher is possible but the aluminum frame might tarnish E Slide out and wash the heat recovery core Let it soak in a mixture of cold or lukewarm water and mild soap dishwashing liq...

Page 14: ...s air too humid Adjust the humidity control knob as per instructions see Section 6 FAE125M and VFAE125M models only Leave curtains half open to allow air circulation Store all firewood in a closed roo...

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