ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Congratulation! Your purchase of this whole-house HEPA filtration, with optional ventilation will allow you and your family to enjoy clean
and healthy air throughout your home for years to come!
Please read this manual thoroughly.
Several models are described in this publication. Some details of your unit may be slightly different than the ones shown, as the illustration
are typical ones.
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 product, or ways to better serve you. Please forward all
correspondence at the address below:
Broan-NuTone LLC
Indoor Air Quality Marketing
926 W. State St.,
Hartford, WI 53027
1-800-558-1711
WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death.
CAUTION
Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the unit and/or its components.
ABOUT THESE UNITS
WARNING
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. Installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction codes
and standards.
3. This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for fuel-burning appliances.
4. Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to an appliance.
5. Before replacing filters, servicing or cleaning unit, disconnect the power cord from electrical outlet.
6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.
7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device other than wall controls ACCGSC1 or 40425, provided
with the unit.
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. This unit must be installed in a weatherized location out of direct sunlight and protected from the elements.
10. 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 this document.
11. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.
12. When the federal, provincial or state legislation comprises more restrictive installation and/or certification requirements,
the aforementioned requirements prevail on those of this document and the installer agrees to conform to these at his
own expenses.
CAUTION
1. For general filtration and ventilation use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
2. Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B.
3. For GSVH1K, GSHH3K and GSEH3K units only: Be sure to duct air outside. - Do not intake / exhaust air into spaces with
in walls or ceiling or into attics, crawl spaces, or garage.
4. 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 2 ft
(0.61 m) from this plenum connection to the furnace.
5. The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and national codes that are applicable.
6. To avoid prematurate clogged filters, turn OFF the unit during construction or renovation.
7. Please read the unit specification label on the product for further information and requirements.
8. During snow storm, turn GSVH1K unit OFF to avoid water build-up in the unit. For GSEH3K and GSHH3K, operate these
units in recirculation mode.
9. At least once in a year, the unit mechanical and electronic parts should be inspected by qualified service personnel.
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NOTE: The energy recovery ventilator GSEH3K is designed to assist in the management of humidity introduced into the home.
In extreme humidity conditions, the use of additional dehumidification may be desirable. Quickly remove all excess moisture and
keep areas clean.
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