Installation and User Manual VB0063 AE60 - EA 1500 - HV 1.5 RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL TO THE HOMEOWNER. HOMEOWNER: USE AND CARE INFORMATION ON PAGES 20 TO 24. ADDRESS OF YOUR INSTALLER 06095 REV.
! WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR PERSONAL INJURY OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: 1. This unit is intented for residential installation only. 2. 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 the warranty. 3. Before replacing filters, servicing or cleaning unit, disconnect power cord from electrical outlet. 4.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE..........................................................................4 2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS .............................................................................. 5-6 2.1 BASEMENT INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 5 2.2 ATTIC INSTALLATION............................................................................................... 5 2.3 MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS .................
1. YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE OPERATIONAL PRINCIPLES The air exchanger is designed to eliminate problems of excessive humidity, to steady the temperature and the humidity and to filter and purify the air inside your house. The air exchanger carries out the following operations: AIR RECIRCULATION: The system recirculates the air inside the house, without exchanging with the outside. This operation steadies the temperature and the humidity throughout.
2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS Use the following illustrations as guidelines to help you decide where your unit will be installed. The unit should be hung to the joists, using chains and springs (included). If needed, this unit can be installed upside down. For more details, see Point 3. INSTALL THE UNIT. In every case, bathroom fan and a range hood should be used to exhaust stale air. Also, for homes with more than one level, we recommend one exhaust register at the highest level.
2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS (CONT’D) 2.3 MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS This unit can be used for a retrofit application. Connect the existing ducts to the corresponding unit ports. If the previous stale air to outside duct and fresh air from outside duct are 5’’ diameter, install the 5’’ diameter adapters (included) over each of the corresponding unit ports. Also, if using the installation kit no. 15273 or no. EA20130 (not available in the U.S.A.), install these 5’’ diameter adapters.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT 3.1 LOCATING AND MOUNTING THE UNIT Choose an appropriate location for the unit, far from the areas of the house where peace and quiet are desired. • So as to provide easy access for filter maintenance (sometimes, by installing the unit upside down, it becomes easier to get to the filter). • Close to an exterior wall, so as to limit the length of the insulated flexible ducts to and from the unit. • Away from hot chimneys and other fire hazards.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.4 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK • Keep it simple. Plan for a minimum number of bends and joints. Keep the length of the insulated ducts to a minimum. • Do not use wall cavities as ducts. Do not use branch lines smaller than 4’’ (102 mm) diameter. • Do not ventilate crawl spaces or cold room. Do not attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood, this would cause the clogging of the unit.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.5 INSTALLING 6” DUCTS AND REGISTERS (CONT’D) 3.5.3 SUGGESTED REGISTER LOCATIONS 1 A BUNGALOW Basement stairwell (A): Open, lateral. One stale air exhaust register (1) in the highest lived-in level of the house and one fresh air distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in level of the house. A BUNGALOW Basement stairwell (A): Closed.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.5 INSTALLING 6” DUCTS AND REGISTERS (CONT’D) 3.5.3 SUGGESTED REGISTER LOCATIONS (CONT’D) 1 MULTI-LEVEL Basement stairwell (A): Open, central. Two stale air exhaust registers (1) in the upper lived-in levels of the house and one fresh air distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in level of the house. 1 A 2 VA0035 COTTAGE Basement stairwell (A): Open.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.6 INSULATED FLEXIBLE DUCTS INSTALLATION CAUTION Make sure the vapor barrier on the insulated ducts does not tear during installation to avoid condensation within the ducts. Use the following procedure for connecting the insulated flexible ducts to the unit ports (exhaust to outdoors and fresh air from outdoors). a) Pull back the insulation to expose the flexible duct. b) Connect the interior flexible duct to the port using a tie wrap.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD (CONT’D) 1. For each duct, pull back the insulation to expose the interior flexible duct. CAUTION Always connect the exhaust air to outside duct on top section of the Tandem transition. 2. Connect the interior flexible duct to the smaller part of the Tandem transition (5’’ oval) using a tie wrap. 3. Pull the insulation over the joint. Pull the vapor barrier over the insulation. 4.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD (CONT’D) The dual exterior hood must be installed at a minimum distance of 18 inches (457 mm) from the ground. See illustration at right. 18” (457 mm) VD0083A ! WARNING Make sure this hood is at least 6 feet (1.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD (CONT’D) XMAS TREE PIN 2. Join the end of the Tandem transition to the rear of the exterior backplate. Secure with 2 Xmas tree pins and seal properly with duct tape. VD0085 CAUTION The exterior backplate must be installed with the word “TOP” pointing upward. 3. Lean the exterior backplate to the exterior wall. Using 4 no. 8 x 1½” screws, mount it to the wall.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 3.7.2 LOCATING TWO EXTERIOR HOODS If this unit installation needs to have 2 exterior hoods, an additional exterior hood must be bought (sold separately, single exterior hood, part number 13940). Choose an appropriate location for installing the exterior hoods. CAUTION Due to its particular design, the dual exterior hood must be used only for exhaust hood when performing an installation using 2 exterior hoods.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 3.7.3 CONNECTING INSULATED DUCTS TO TWO EXTERIOR HOODS CAUTION Make sure the insulated ductwork vapor barrier does not tear during installation. 1. For each exterior hood, using a jig saw, cut a 6’’ diameter hole in the exterior wall. Run each flexible duct through its respective hole in the wall. CAUTION The exterior backplate must be installed with the word “TOP” pointing upward. 2.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D) 3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 3.7.4 LOCATING TWO SOFFIT GRILLES If this unit is installed in the attic, use the installation kit no. EA20130 (not available in the U.S.A.). Choose an appropriate location for installing the soffit grilles (included in the installation kit no. EA20130). ! WARNING Make sure the air intake grille is at least 6 feet (1.
4. CONTROL 4.1 INSTALLATION OF THE CONTROL ! WARNING Always disconnect the unit before making any connections. Failure in disconnecting power could result in electrical shock or damage of the control or electronic module of the unit. CAUTION Never install more than one control per unit. 1. Determine the more convenient location for the control. 2 2. Remove the cover plate control (1).
4. CONTROL (CONT’D) 4.1 INSTALLATION OF THE CONTROL (CONT’D) 5. Run the other end of the cable through the wall. Reinstall the cover plate. Using wall anchors (not included) and provided screws, mount the control on the wall. See illustrations below. 1 3 2 1 4 2 3 5 4 VC0051 VC0052 1 WALL ANCHORS 2 CONTROL CABLE 3 CONTROL BACKPLATE 4 CONTROL 5 SCREWS 1 OUTLET BOX 2 CONTROL CABLE 3 CONTROL 4 SCREWS 6. Route the cable to the unit.
4. CONTROL (CONT’D) 4.1 INSTALLATION OF THE CONTROL (CONT’D) 9. Splice back the end of the cable to access the 4 wires.Remove the insulated sleeve of each wire ends. Connect each wires in their corresponding terminal (YELLOW in “Y”, RED in “R”, GREEN in “G” and BLACK in “B”). 10. Reinstall the electric box cover and plug the unit. G B Y R VE0083 4.
4. CONTROL (CONT’D) 4.2 OPERATING THE CONTROL (CONT’D) • “O”: To stop the unit, slide the button on this position. • MINIMUM: For a day-to-day usage, slide the button on this position. The unit then will operate on normal speed. • MAXIMUM: For a high speed operation, slide the button on this position. Generally used when extreme conditions occur, e.g.: parties, smokers, etc. • RECIRCULATION: For a normal speed operation, without exchanging air with the outdoors, slide the button on this position.
5. MAINTENANCE ! WARNING Risk of electrical shocks. Before performing any maintenance or servicing, always disconnect the unit from its power source. It is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves when performing maintenance or servicing. 5.1 BIANNUAL MAINTENANCE 1. Disconnect the unit power cord. VD0005 2. Clean filter • Remove filter. • Vacuum to remove most of the dust. • Wash with a mixture of warm water and mild soap. You may add bleach if you wish to disinfect (one tablespoon per gallon).
5. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) 5.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE 1. Disconnect the unit power cord. VD0005 2. Clean filter • Remove filter. • Vacuum to remove most of the dust. • Wash with a mixture of warm water and mild soap. You may add bleach if you wish to disinfect (one tablespoon per gallon). Rinse thoroughly. Shake filter to remove excess water and let dry. NOTE: Washing the filter in the top tray of the dishwasher is possible, but the aluminum frame might tarnish. VO0017 3.
5. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) 5.3 MASTER RESET Use the master reset only if you perform the annual maintenance before the annual maintenance indicator is on. By inserting a small rod (e.g.: paper clip end) during 5 seconds and more into the control reset hole, a master reset will be done and both biannual and annual maintenance filter are reset. If the control is on “O” position, fresh air light indicator will flash for 1 second.
