AdvAntAge - digitAl vAv diffusers
PRODUCT OVERVIEW & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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ACUTHERM ADVANTAGE - Manual
general description
Advantage diffusers are digital VAV
diffusers with built-in electric motor and
controller providing VAV cooling and VAV
heating. The damper modulates open
and close to vary the air flow (warm or
cool) into the room in response to room
temperature. Master models have
onboard controls, while the drone model
imitates the master.
installation into Ceiling
Advantage is available in four different
geometries: square, round, swirl, and
linear slot. Round inlets for connection
to supply ductwork are standard on
most models. Various border styles
are available to suit most ceiling types.
Please refere to individual model
submittals for more details.
When installing units, make sure
construction debris does not enter units
or duct system.
1. Inspect the carton for damage before
opening. Notify carrier if external damage
exists. Submit all claims for shipping
damage to the carrier.
2. Move diffusers (in cartons) to
installation area. Note any unit
identification.
3. Remove cardboard box and insert.
Recycle packaging material.
4. Install in ceiling grid. Install T-bar
support wire close to each corner of
unit. Make sure that only wire suspended
T-bars are used to support unit weight.
Do not use screws or drill holes in the
areas marked “No Holes or Screws”.
5. Connect and secure the supply duct
to the collar. Flexible duct should NOT be
formed in a centerline radius of less than
1½ times the duct diameter.
6. Connect wall thermostat (see
thermostat options pg 4)
7. Connect supply power (see supply
power options (pg 2).
MAXIMUM FLOW
MINIMUM FLOW
INLET
DAMPER
PLAQUE FACE
DAMPER
INLET
CEILING OPENING = NOM. SIZE +
1
/
4
” (6)
1
1
/
2
” (38)
1
/
8
” (3)
SPF
INSIDE STACK = NOM. DIFFUSER
OVERALL OPENING = NOM. DIFFUSER -
15
/
16
” (24)
OVERALL PLASTER FRAME = NOM. DI 1
9
/
16
” (40)
1
/
2
” (8) REF.
1
/
4
” (6)
figure 1
figure 2 - tYPe 1 surfACe MOunt
figure 3 - tYPe 3 t-BAr
MORE BORDER TYPES AVAILABLE. PLEASE SEE INDIVIDUAL MODEL SUBMITTALS FOR MORE DETAILS
