by White-Rodgers Electronic Air Cleaner UST Universal Slim Twin DGERS WHITE-RO SLIM TWIN UNIVERSALAIR CLEANER ELECTRONIC OPERATING LIGHT Model Number 16C26S-010 OFF ON OWNERS MANUAL • • • • • Installation Operation Basic UST Service Guide Technical Repair Guide Repair Parts Please read and familiarize yourself with the contents of this manual before installing, operating or performing maintenance on the unit. UL Listed CSA Certified Printed In U.S.A. Part No.
1. Read the Owners Manual and the Rules for Safe Operation carefully. Failure to follow these rules and instructions could cause a malfunction of filter or unsatisfactory service. 2. Follow a regular service and maintenance schedule for efficient operation. RULES FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Please read instructions before installing and using the Electronic Air Cleaner. This will help you obtain the full benefit from the Electronic Air Cleaner you have selected.
HOW THE AIR CLEANER WORKS A Dirt particles flowing through the ducts (Figure 1) first enters the pre-filters (A) where large particles (hair, lint, etc.) are trapped. Smaller particles (smoke, dust, pollen, etc.) pass through these pre-filters and enter the ionizing section (B). Here each tiny particle receives a positive electrical charge. These charged particles then enter the collecting section (C).
PREINSTALLATION Not to Exceed 20° (Interchangeable) (Interchangeable) Collecting Cell Collecting Cell Outlet Box Cabinet Power Pack Handle Air Flow Air Flow Furnace Opening Electronic Air Cleaner Opening Furnace Transition Section (if Needed) Contact Button Pre-Filters (Interchangeable) Electronic Air Cleaner Contact Button See text for Cell Removal Clearance Figure 4 Figure 3 LOCATING THE AIR FILTER Your electronic air cleaner must be mounted in the return air duct of a central forced-air syste
TYPICAL MOUNTING POSITIONS Air Flow Air Flow Air Flow Rear View Rear View Figure 6 Figure 8 Figure 7 BASEMENT FURNACE (LOWBOY) (Figure 6) HIGHBOY FURNACE (Figure 8) COUNTERFLOW FURNACE (Figure 7) Cleaner is mounted horizontally in return plenum, just above furnace. Cleaner is mounted horizontally in return duct or plenum, just above furnace. Side installation. Cleaner is mounted vertically, where return air enters side inlet of furnace. HIGHBOY FURNACE (Figure 9) Installation beneath furnace.
INSTALLATION REMOVE OLD FILTER AND DISCARD (Figure 12) NOTE: This filter may be mounted in the furnace compartment. CLEAN BLOWER COMPARTMENT Figure 12 It is suggested that the furnace blower compartment, blower and blower housing be cleaned to ensure clean air circulation. INSTALLATION Frame Duct The following is a typical installation of the air cleaner on a “Highboy” furnace (Figure 8). 1. Place the air filter cleaner on the floor. Stand it upright with the power door facing you (Figure 4).
your system is not equipped with an EAC output terminal, Figure 19 shows a method for installing a relay (customer supplied) to switch power to the air cleaner when the blower is on. WIRING INSTRUCTIONS 7. With the cabinet installed, the air cleaner can now be wired to electrical input source. Floor ! WARNING Installation of this unit must comply with local electric codes or other applicable codes. Review and understand local codes prior to installation.
An alternate method for controlling the air cleaner operation is to install an F859-0381 Air Flow Switch/ Harness Kit (available separately) that switches power to the air cleaner when airflow is detected. NOTE: The air cleaner should not be operating unless the furnace blower is on. 11. With the cabinet Installed, reinstall pre-filter(s) and collecting cell(s) (Figure 20). NOTE: The contact button and handles on the cell must be facing you and ionizing wires must be on the air intake side. 12.
3. Release the latch on top of power pack and pull the power pack straight away from cabinet at the top. Then lift pack out of ledge at bottom edge of cabinet. Set power pack aside. 4. Remove the cell(s) and pre-filter(s) from cabinet. Using a solution of warm water and low sudsing detergent, soak cell(s) and pre-filter(s) for 20 to 30 minutes. NOTE: Ionizing wires may become coated causing loss of cleaning ability by the collecting cell.
BASIC UST SERVICE GUIDE This guide will cover most homeowner complaints. If, after checking the items listed, the unit still fails to operate properly, contact the nearest Authorized Service Center. SERVICE INDICATION SERVICE CHECKS ON/OFF switch “ON” Blower ON Operating Light ON Unit functioning Normally ON/OFF switch “ON” Blower ON Operating Light OFF 1. Power is not being supplied to air cleaner. A. Check fuse or circuit breaker. B. Ensure power pack is properly installed and latched. 2.
TECHNICAL REPAIR GUIDE ! All voltage measurements indicated can be made with a high voltage D.C. probe and a general purpose volt ohm meter. For example: Simpson 260 or equivalent. WARNING Do not attempt repair of this unit unless you are familiar with the necessary tools, equipment, utility connections and potential hazards. NOTE: All tests to be performed with the Ozone Reduction Jumper intact. NOTE: When servicing the power pack components, all wiring must be routed to factory specifications.
POWER SUPPLY CHECKOUT PROCEDURE OZONE REDUCTION All electronic air cleaners typically produce a small amount of ozone that is within established limits. Some customers may notice an odor especially at high altitudes or low air flow rates. 1. Turn power switch to the “OFF” position and remove the power pack from cabinet. 2. Place power pack on a well insulated workbench.
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REPAIR PARTS PARTS LIST FOR ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANERS When ordering repair parts, always give the following information as shown in this list. 1. The PART NUMBER 2. The PART DESCRIPTION 3. The MODEL NUMBER 4. The NAME OF ITEM - Electronic Air Cleaner. Always order by “PART NUMBER” . . . Not by “ITEM NUMBER” ITEM NO.
NOTICE TO CONSUMERS White-Rodgers Electronic Air Cleaner Dear Consumer; White-Rodgers would like to thank you for purchasing a White-Rodgers Electronic Air Cleaner or product containing a White-Rodgers Electronic Air Cleaner. Although WhiteRodgers does not extend a warranty directly to consumers, White-Rodgers does extend a warranty to Wholesalers and Original Equipment Manufacturers who use White-Rodgers Products.