Venmar HEPA 3000 User Manual Download Page 2

ABOUT THIS  MANUAL

First, we want to congratulate you on your purchase of this excellent unit which will allow you and your family to enjoy clean and healthy
air throughout your home for years to come! 
Because of the large amount of models covered by this publication, the illustrations are typical ones. Some details of your unit may be
slightly different than the ones shown.

Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:

NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.

We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this manual and/or the unit, and we would appreciate hearing your comments
on ways to better serve you. Please contact us by phone at one of the following numbers:

Exclusively for HR and HF Models:

Exclusively for HRV and HEPA Models:

Broan-NuTone Canada Inc.

Venmar Ventilation inc.

1 866 737-7770

1 800 567-3855

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CAUTION

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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON(S) OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1.

This unit is intented for residential installation only.

2.

Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or 
telephone number listed in the warranty.

3.

Before replacing filters, servicing or cleaning unit, disconnect power cord from electrical outlet.

4.

Installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and standards.

5.

This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for fuel-burning appliances.

6.

When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

7.

Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device other than optional wall controls C34 and CMR.

8.

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.

9.

Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any appliances.

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. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

CAUTION

1.

To avoid prematurate clogged filters, turn OFF the unit 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.

4.

Itended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B.

5.

Do not run any air ducts directly above or closer than 2 ft (0.61 m) to any 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 not closer than 9’10” (3 m) from this 
plenum connection to the furnace.

6.

The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and national codes that are applicable.

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ABOUT THESE  UNITS

Summary of Contents for HEPA 3000

Page 1: ...OMEOWNER HOMEOWNER USE AND CARE INFORMATION ON PAGES 18 TO 20 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 04313 rev F M O D E L S VB0064 HEPA 3000 HF 3 0 HEPA 4000 HRV 2500 HR 2 5 Patents pending NOTES 1 HRV 250...

Page 2: ...et 4 Installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards including fire rated construction codes and standards 5 This unit is not designed to provide combustion and or dilu...

Page 3: ...HANG THE UNIT 11 5 3 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK 12 5 4 INSTALLING NON INSULATED DUCTS AND REGISTERS 12 5 4 1 STAND ALONE SYSTEM 12 13 5 4 2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT 13 14 5 4 3 RETURN TO RETURN 14 5 5 INSTALL...

Page 4: ...Fresh filtered air is supplied by the register located in the lowest liveable level See figure at right 1 1 2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT CONNECTION TO A FORCED AIR SYSTEM VH0040 ALL UNITS For this type of ins...

Page 5: ...RRISBURG SACRAMENTO DENVER TOPEKA DETROI T INDIANAPOLIS SANTA FE SPRINGFIELD OKLAHOMA CITY PHOENI X COLUMBUS NASHVILLE ATLANTA BATON ROUGE AUSTIN COLUMBI A RALEIG H WASHINGTON HARTFORD BOSTON REN O HE...

Page 6: ...of the forced air unit To avoid cross contamination and achieve the highest efficiencies the forced air system blower must always be ON See figure below NOTE Home with multiple forced air systems shou...

Page 7: ...g the minimum clearance needed to open the door completely 22 5 15 75 572 mm 400 mm VD0117 VD0116 22 559 mm NOTE A minimum of 8 203 mm clearance from any obstruction on top of the unit is required for...

Page 8: ...ction installation only to cut ductwork Aluminum duct tape for plenum connection installation only Jig saw Caulking gun and caulking For HRV 2500 and HR 2 5 units the installation kit is 15273 For HEP...

Page 9: ...s the other end of the cable through the wall Reinstall the cover plate Using wall anchors and provided screws mount the wall control on the wall See illustrations below 1 Wall anchors 4 Control 1 Out...

Page 10: ...d front plate of the unit at this time they need to be removed for preparing the unit to be hung 2 When using the wall control the main switch on the unit must always be positioned to NORMAL REMOTE 6...

Page 11: ...ORTS ON THE UNIT Mount the 8 oval ports and the 5 to 6 oval ports on the top of the unit using the screws provided in the hardware box 4 screws 8 x 3 4 long per port See figure beside NOTE All ports o...

Page 12: ...e air circulation Keep in mind that the filtered air register must be located as far as possible from the stale air register If desired you can install another register sold separately Install the reg...

Page 13: ...ystem described in point 5 4 1 Fresh Filtered air ductwork Return side connection HRV 2500 AND HR 2 5 UNITS ONLY Locate the opening for fresh filtered air ductwork on the forced air unit at a minimum...

Page 14: ...1 1 3 AND 1 2 2 Fresh Filtered air ductwork Return side connection Same as for Central Draw Point described in point 5 4 2 Stale air ductwork Return side connection ALL UNITS Locate the stale air duc...

Page 15: ...the vapor barrier over the insulation 4 Apply duct tape gently to the joint in order to make an airtight seal See figures below Identify each insulated duct For fresh air from outside duct use the blu...

Page 16: ...exterior hood must be installed at a minimum distance of 18 inches 457 mm from the ground See illustration beside 5 6 3 CONNECTING TANDEM TRANSITION TO THE DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD 1 Using a jig saw cut a 6...

Page 17: ...the 2 plastic drain fittings 1 using the gaskets 2 and nuts 3 as shown Close the door VO0027 27 686 mm 7 178 mm 3 Cut 2 sections of plastic tubing one 7 178 mm long and one 27 686 mm long and attach...

Page 18: ...from a wood stove through out the house or the fresh air from a cooling system 6 CONTROLS OFF UNIT IS OFF AND DOOR IS UNLOCKED NORMAL REMOTE UNIT IS OPERATING ON NORMAL SPEED THIS IS THE RIGHT POSITI...

Page 19: ...cuum to remove most of the dust Let it soak in a solution of warm water and mild soap Rinse thoroughly and let dry before reinstalling it 5 Clean the inside walls of the unit with a clean damp cloth t...

Page 20: ...control for HV 2 5 and HF 3 0 units only All listed parts are available where you have bought your unit NOTE Please note that parts not listed are not available those parts require assembly knowledge...

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