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positively or negatively, depending upon the inside and 
outside air conditions. Consult the factory by calling 1-
800-255-7749 for recommendations regarding the use 
of higher flows with your specific application. 
 
The outside air duct should be connected to the 6” 
round collar on the filter enclosure of the unit. The 6” 
round collar includes a manual damper. Adjust the 
manual damper to provide the desired amount of fresh 
air for ventilation. The amount of fresh air should be 
based on the size and occupancy of the residence. If 
you are unsure of your ventilation air requirements, 
consult the factory by calling 1-800-255-7749 for 
assistance. 

 

2.4D  Constant Airflow Regulator and Vent 

Hood Options

 

  

American ALDES offers the fresh air vent hood and 
constant airflow regulators (CAR) to control the amount 
of fresh air entering the home.  These are used in lieu 
of the manual damper in the 6” collar on the main unit.  
The CAR, inserted in the vent hood collar, 
automatically maintains the desired airflow, 
independent of pressure.   A CAR is recommended for 
installations where the DHV draws return air from a 
shared HVAC system return duct, to avoid excessive 
ventilation when the HVAC fan cycles on.  If the indoor 
air return is independent of the HVAC system, the CAR 
is not necessary, as the manual damper may be set to 
the desired airflow. 
 

2.4E  Installation in a Basement or Crawl 

Space with an Existing Forced Air 
HVAC System 

 

If the structure in which the DHV-150H is to be installed 
has an existing forced air HVAC system, utilize the 
HVAC system to make the DHV-150H installation 
easier. 
 

Basement Installation:

 Install a separate return for the 

DHV-150H in a central area of the structure. Duct the 
supply of the DHV-150H to a 10” x 10” x 10” 
tee/damper that is 30% open to the basement. Duct the 
other side of the tee to the air supply of the existing 
HVAC system. Connect an insulated duct from outside 
to the 6” collar of the DHV-150H if you wish to provide 
optional fresh make-up air. 
 

Crawl Space Installation:

 Install a separate return for 

the DHV-150H in a central area of the structure. Duct 
the supply of the DHV-150H to a 10” x 10” x 10” 
tee/damper that is 30% open to the crawl space if 
desired. Duct the other side of the tee to the air supply 
of the existing HVAC system. Connect an insulated 

duct from outside to the 6” collar of the DHV-150H if 
you wish to provide optional fresh make-up air. 
 

2.4F  Installation in an Attic with an 

Existing Forced Air HVAC System 

 

ALWAYS

 install a catch pan with a drain or float 

interrupt for condensate under the DHV-150H in an attic 
or condensate may drip down on the ceiling of the living 
space below. 
 
Locate a separate return for the DHV-150H in a central 
area of the structure. Duct the supply of the DHV-150H 
to the air supply of the existing HVAC system. Connect 
an insulated duct from outside to the 6” collar of the 
DHV-150H if you wish to provide fresh make-up air. 
 

2.4G  Installation in a Structure with Two 

Forced Air HVAC Systems 

 
Attach the DHV-150H return to an independent return 
from the upper level. Attach the DHV-150H supply to 
the supply of the basement HVAC system. This will 
promote circulation of air through the whole structure 
from the upper level to the lower level through the 
DHV-150H. If the DHV-150H is not connected to both 
areas, it will not control the humidity and ventilation of 
the entire structure. Connect an insulated duct from 
outside to the 6” collar of the DHV-150H if you wish to 
provide fresh make-up air. 

 

2.4H  Installation in a Structure with No 

Existing Forced Air HVAC System 

 
When installing the DHV-150H in a structure that does 
not have a forced air HVAC system, a single return for 
the DHV-150H should be installed in central open area 
of the structure. 

DO NOT

 locate the return in a 

bathroom or a kitchen. The supply of the DHV-150H 
should be located in the remote areas of the structure 
(such as bedrooms, den, etc.). By ducting this way, the 
air inside the structure will circulate through the DHV-
150H to be filtered and dehumidified. 4" diameter duct 
is recommended for branches to the bedrooms, 6" 
diameter duct is recommended for branches to larger 
areas. Refer to section 2.4B for branch duct sizing. 
Connect an insulated duct from outside to the 6” collar 
of the DHV-150H if you wish to provide fresh make-up 
air. 

Содержание DHV-150H

Страница 1: ...er 13 5 8 Defrost Thermostat 13 5 9 Electric Ventilation Damper 13 5 10 Low Pressure Control 13 5 11 Condensate Pump Kit 13 6 Electrical Schematic 14 7 Pictorial Electrical Diagram 15 8 Service Parts List 16 9 The DHV 150H 16 10 Optional Parts List 17 11 Accessories 17 12 Warranty Terms 18 Serial No ________________________________ Purchase Date ____________________________ Dealer s Name _________...

Страница 2: ...mmon grounded outlet on a 15 or 20 Amp circuit It draws around 12 Amps under normal operating conditions If used in a wet area pool spa room or basement prone to flooding a ground fault interrupter protected circuit is required Install the remote control panel in a central area of the structure where it will sense the relative humidity of the structure accurately Avoid installing the control panel...

Страница 3: ...tructure Ducting the DHV 150H as mentioned in sections 2 4A 2 4G requires consideration of the following points Duct Sizing For total duct lengths up to 25 use a minimum 10 diameter round or equivalent rectangular For longer lengths use a minimum 12 diameter or equivalent Grills or diffusers on the duct ends must not excessively restrict airflow Isolated Areas Effective dehumidification may requir...

Страница 4: ...0H in a central area of the structure Duct the supply of the DHV 150H to a 10 x 10 x 10 tee damper that is 30 open to the crawl space if desired Duct the other side of the tee to the air supply of the existing HVAC system Connect an insulated duct from outside to the 6 collar of the DHV 150H if you wish to provide optional fresh make up air 2 4F Installation in an Attic with an Existing Forced Air...

Страница 5: ... the support can easily be removed Cut the strips of metal on each end and remove the support section from the cabinet This will prevent the compressor from transmitting vibration to the cabinet Make sure none of the compressor tubes are pressed against the cabinet or access panel Check that the compressor tubes are centered in the holes where they pass through the drain pan A length of 10 feet or...

Страница 6: ...6 Figure 1 DHV 150H in a Basement With a Forced Air System Incorporating a Central Return Figure 2 DHV 150H in an Attic with a Forced Air System Incorporating a Central Return ...

Страница 7: ...r within the living space for accurate humidity sensing 3 3 Humidity Control Adjustment Set the humidity control to the desired humidity level for the home The dehumidifier will run continuously until the relative humidity RH is reduced to the humidity control dial setting Setting the humidity control to lower RH levels will NOT increase the unit s dehumidification rate the unit will simply run lo...

Страница 8: ...lation Now with the ventilation start time set press the I O button The word OFF should appear to the right of the time and the number 1 should remain in the lower right hand corner of the display The 1 and OFF signify the turn off time for the first program Set the turn off time using the 1 7 h and m buttons in the same way as described above and continue on to the second through sixth programs W...

Страница 9: ...times before the high efficiency filter requires replacement Be careful not to damage the fabric media when handling the high efficiency pleated paper filter Do not attempt to clean the high efficiency pleated paper filter It should be replaced when it becomes restrictive See Figure 7 4 3 Optional Fresh Air Return Check and clean the screen on the outdoor fresh air return seasonally The screen may...

Страница 10: ...on prevents fan impeller rotation 3 Defective fan 4 Defective fan relay 5 Defective fan capacitor Fan runs with fan switch ON Fan does not run with ventilation timer activated 1 Ventilation timer set to manual switched OFF 2 Time not correct on ventilation timer 3 Defective ventilation timer 4 Defective fan switch Evaporator coil frosted continuously low dehumidifying capacity 1 Dirty air filter s...

Страница 11: ...110 volts from compressor terminal R to overload terminal 3 using an AC voltmeter If voltage is present go to step 3 If no voltage there may be a loose connection in the compressor circuit Test each component for continuity See the appropriate section if a defect is suspected 3 Unplug the unit and then disconnect the red and yellow wires from compressor terminals R S Using an ohmmeter check contin...

Страница 12: ...l hole from becoming plugged A standing burn out does not require a suction line filter drier 7 Evacuate the system with a good vacuum pump and accurate vacuum gauge Leave the pump on the system for at least an hour 8 Operate the system for a short period of time monitoring the suction pressure to determine that the suction filter is not becoming plugged Replace the suction filter drier if pressur...

Страница 13: ...ventilating the structure when the unit is dehumidifying or recirculating the indoor air The electric ventilation timer operates on 24 Vac from the control circuit DO NOT connect high voltage to the damper motor or damage to the motor may result DO NOT force the blade of the damper by hand or damage to the damper motor may result If the electric ventilation damper fails to operate 1 Check that the...

Страница 14: ...14 Figure 4 Electric Schematics of the DHV 150H ...

Страница 15: ...15 Figure 5 Pictorial Electrical Diagrams of DHV 150H ...

Страница 16: ...r 30 MFD 7 4022563 1 Condenser Coil 8 4021470 1 Defrost Thermostat 4021648 1 Defrost Thermostat Mounting Clip item 8 not shown 9 4022563 1 Evaporator Coil 10 4024270 1 Fan 11 4020924 1 Fan Relay SPDT 24 Vac 15A 12 4024360 1 Fan Run Capacitor 16MFD 13 4022593 1 Filter Drier 14 4021626 1 Hose Drain Pan 56 ID x 8 15 4023875 1 Inlet Collar 10 Galvanized Steel 16 4023928 1 Inlet Collar 6 Galvanized Ste...

Страница 17: ...t Damper 6 Diameter Electrically Actuated not shown 32 4024153 1 Cover for Items 28 29 not shown 33 4021495 1 Knob Black 25 shaft 34 4024150 1 Instructions Humidity Fan not shown 35 4024122 1 Instructions Ventilation Timer Humidity not shown 36 4020554 1 Switch Black SPDT ON OFF 37 4022486 1 Timer 7 Day 24 Vac Programmable 38 AL99982 1 Optional External Insulation Kit not shown 39 AL22023 1 6 Vent...

Страница 18: ...r cause beyond American ALDES Ventilation Corporation s reasonable control Limitations and Exclusions If any American ALDES Dehumifier Dehumidifying Ventilator part is repaired or replaced the new part shall be warranted for only the remainder of the original warranty period applicable thereto All warranty periods shall be extended by the period of time if any that the unit is out of service while...

Страница 19: ...19 Date Service Notes ...

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