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Ultra-Aire SD12 Installer’s & Owner’s Manual

3.9E Installation in an Attic with an Existing Forced Air 

HVAC System

 

Always install a catch pan with a drain and/or float interrupt switch for 
condensate under the Ultra-Aire SD12 in an attic to reduce likelihood of 
water damage. 

Locate a separate return for the Ultra-Aire SD12 in a central area of 
the structure. Duct the supply of the Ultra-Aire SD12 to the air supply 
of the existing HVAC system. Connect an insulated duct from outside 
to the 6” collar of the Ultra-Aire SD12 if you wish to provide fresh air 
ventilation. Adjust damper in the collar to provide the desired amount 
of fresh air. Using a remote control, program the unit to bring in the 
desired amount of fresh air.

3.9F Installation in a Structure with Two Forced Air HVAC 

Systems 

The Ultra-Aire SD12 can be installed into two typical HVAC ducting 
systems. Install a separate return for the Ultra-Aire SD12 as directed 
above. Discharge air from the dehumidifier should be split and routed 
to each supply ducting system. A balancing damper and a backdraft 
damper is required in each duct between the Ultra-Aire SD12 and the 
HVAC ducting system. This allows airflow to be adjusted and prevents 
flow of air between the ducting systems. Contact the factory for as-
sistance, if necessary.

 IMPORTANT! 

INSULATED SUPPLY AND RETURN 

DUCTS MUST BE USED WHEN INSTALLING THE ULTRA-AIRE SD12 
DEHUMIDIFIER IN UNCONDITIONED SPACES TO PREVENT WATER 
CONDENSATION ON THE DUCTING. THE ULTRA-AIRE SD12 DEHU-
MIDIFIER WILL REDUCE THE SUPPLY AIR TEMPERATURE 5°F TO 
10°F BELOW THE RETURN AIR TEMPERATURE AND PROPERLY 

FOR HVAC INSTALLER ONLY

INSULATING THE SUPPLY DUCT IS NECESSARY.

3.9G Installation in a Structure with No Existing Forced 

Air HVAC System 

When installing the Ultra-Aire SD12 in a structure that does not have 
a forced air HVAC system, a single return for the Ultra-Aire SD12 
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  
Ultra-Aire SD12 should be located in the remote areas of the struc-
ture (such as bedrooms, den, etc.). By ducting this way, the air inside 
the structure will circulate through the Ultra-Aire SD12 to be filtered 
and dehumidified. Avoid discharging all the air from the dehumidifier 
in one location to prevent overcooling that area. 4” diameter duct 
is recommended for branches to the bedrooms, 6” diameter duct is 
recommended for branches to larger areas. Refer to section 3.9B for 
branch duct sizing.

Connect an insulated duct from outside to the 6” collar of the  
Ultra-Aire SD12 if you wish to provide fresh air ventilation.
 

3.10 Quiet Installation

 

Consider fan vibration and airflow noise during installation. Use of flex 
duct and/or vibration isolation materials during mounting and ducting 
will result in quieter operation.

A length of flexible ducting on all Ultra-Aire SD12 duct connections is 
recommended to reduce noise and vibration transmitted to rigid  
ductwork in the structure. 

3.11 System Start Up

1. Rotate the condensing unit fan to check for binding.
2. Inspect all factory and field wiring for loose connections.
3.  Check the voltage supply at the condensing unit disconnect switch 

and make sure it is 120Vac ±10%. If the supply voltage is outside 
this range, do not start the system and repair the power supply 
circuit.

4.   Plug in the dehumidifier and set the remote control to dehumidify. 

Close the condensing unit disconnect to start the condensing unit.

5.  Recheck the voltage supply at the condensing unit and make sure 

it is 120Vac ±10% while the unit is operating.

6. Check the condensing unit and dehumidifier operation.

4. Controls

The Ultra-Aire SD12 can be equipped with various accessories to 
enhance its operation. A remote control must be used with the  
Ultra-Aire SD12 system. Therma-Stor offers the DEH 3000 proprietary 
controller. The DEH 3000 allows homeowners the ability to moni-
tor and control relative humidity levels in their home. This control is 
also offered with a remote sensing option. Refer to Section 3.2B for 
Control Installation.

 Indoor 

Air Supply

 UA Indoor 

Air Return

UA Supply

Backdraft

Damper

Secondary Drip Pan

Motorized

Damper

DEH 3000

Digital Control

Power Supply

120VAC

Heating & A/C Unit

Fresh Air

Intake

(optional)

Indoor Air

Return

Outdoor

Condensing

Unit

FIGURE 14B: DEHUMIDIFIER ATTIC INSTALL

Содержание SD12

Страница 1: ...her temperature to provide additional cooling if needed By eliminating the HVAC system s need to control latent load the Ultra Aire SD12 allows the system to work more efficiently Fresh Air Ventilatio...

Страница 2: ...tallation in an Attic with an Existing Forced Air HVAC System 13 3 9F Installation in a Structure with Two Forced Air HVAC Systems 13 3 9G Installation in a Structure with No Existing Forced Air HVAC...

Страница 3: ...y before installing and operating this device Proper adherence to these instructions is essential to obtain maximum benefit from your Ultra Aire SD12 indoor air quality system WARNING IMPROPER INSTALL...

Страница 4: ...ed living area or above an area where water leakage could cause damage Place the Ultra Aire SD12 on supports that raise the base of the unit 2 5 above the drain pan beneath it Raising the Ultra Aire S...

Страница 5: ...IN DAMAGE TO ROOF SURFACE Mount the base of the condensing unit to a sturdy level pad or bracket using 3 8 10mm bolts The condensing unit may be mounted to a wall with brackets or placed on a roof En...

Страница 6: ...sunlight or near a pool or spa The installer must supply the control wiring between the Ultra Aire SD12 dehumidifier the condensing unit the remote control and any electrical accessories Carefully rou...

Страница 7: ...er use either metal strapping material or anchored heavy nylon wire ties ANCHORED HEAVY NYLON WIRE TIRE OR AUTOMOTIVE MUFFLER TYPE HANGER AUTOMOTIVE MUFFLER TYPE HANGER WALL STUD STRAP LIQUID LINE TO...

Страница 8: ...stub tubes of condensing unit These service ports can be used to introduce and release nitrogen during brazing Use the following procedure to connect the line set to the Dehumidifier CAUTION THE DEHU...

Страница 9: ...COVERED RESPONSIBLY FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH 1 Connect the HFC 410A manifold gage set high pressure hose to the service port on the suction gas line Note C...

Страница 10: ...to charge the system FOR HVAC INSTALLER ONLY 3 7 Charging the System The condensing unit is pre charged with 42 oz of HFC 410A refrigerant The installer will add HFC 410A refrigerant for the dehumidif...

Страница 11: ...parate supply duct from the Ultra Aire SD12 to each isolated area is recommended DO NOT draw air directly from the kitchen laundry or isolated basement You may draw air from a basement that is open to...

Страница 12: ...ter 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...

Страница 13: ...the struc ture such as bedrooms den etc By ducting this way the air inside the structure will circulate through the Ultra Aire SD12 to be filtered and dehumidified Avoid discharging all the air from...

Страница 14: ...AMAGE the transformer Dehumidifier on Connect yellow and blue wires Fan only on Connect yellow and green wires Accessory power 24volt AC power supply available for HVAC accessories between yellow and...

Страница 15: ...t 35 min 70 max Auxillary Relay Capacity 5 Amps 24VAC Temp Range Accuracy 30 90 F 2 F Size 4 95 L x 1 06 W x 4 19 H Major Operations n Digital control of Relative Humidity Digital Set Point n Fan Filt...

Страница 16: ...during the seasons when there are many particles in the outdoor air 6 5 Condensing Unit Maintenance The compressor and fan motor inside the condensing unit are permanently lubricated for many years o...

Страница 17: ...nplugged or no power to outlet 2 Loose connection in dehumidifier fan circuit 3 Obstruction prevents fan impeller rotation 4 Defective fan 5 Defective fan relay 6 Defective impeller run capacitor Low...

Страница 18: ...t be replaced if continuity exists across its terminals If there is no needle movement with the meter set on the Rx100000 FOR HVAC INSTALLER ONLY scale the capacitor is open and must be replaced 4 Mar...

Страница 19: ...or and an over sized liquid line filter In a running burn out install an oversized suction line filter drier be tween the accumulator and compressor Thoroughly flush the accumu lator with refrigerant...

Страница 20: ...ng is correct and that voltage is present at the damper motor 2 Check for any obstruction inside the damper If the electric ventilation damper fails to operate after performing these checks it must be...

Страница 21: ...CE PARTS LIST Condensing Unit Item Part No Qty Description 2 4033211 1 Nut 3 4033212 1 Fan Axial 16 4033213 1 Compressor 20 4033214 1 Capacitor 23 4033216 1 Capacitor Fan Motor 30 4033215 1 Motor 31 4...

Страница 22: ...mounting hardware from inside the rectangle opening Mount the duct collars to the front of the dehumidifier using screws provided Collars and hardware are located here Door Install Insert tab on the...

Страница 23: ...osts related to changes to a Product or Component that may be required by any codes laws or regulations that may become effective after initial purchase of the Product by Customer Customer Responsibil...

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