Amana HRV-300D manual

1 Heat Recovery V entilators INST ALLA TION, OPERA TION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL HRV -150 • HRV -150D HRV -200 • HRV -200D • HRV -300D Y our ventilation system should be installed in conformance with the appropriate provincial or state requirements or in the absence of such r equir ements with the current edition of the National Building Code, [...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICAL DA T A HRV(D) Series .................................................................................................. 3 HRV Series ...................................................................................................... 5 HRV -300D........................................................................[...]

3 HRV Series HRV 150D & HRV 200D Introducing the NEW Heat Recovery V entilators (HRV). As with previous designs, incoming fresh outdoor air is filtered before it is heated by the stale outgoing air through a aluminum heat recovery core. The HRV then distributes the pr eheated fresh filtered air throughout the home by direct ductwork installed s[...]

4 Dimensions A B CD E 5 TH port for recirculation defrost type models only 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 40 08 0 SHR(D) 1505R SHR(D) 1505R SHR(D) 2005R 120 160 Airflow (cfm) Airflow (L/s) Static Pressure (in WC) Static Pressure (Pa) 200 240 19 0 38 57 76 94 114 Fresh Air From Outside Stale Air To Outside Fresh Air To Inside Stale[...]

5 Introducing the NEW Heat Recovery V entilators (HRV). As with previous designs, incoming fresh outdoor air is filtered before it is heated by the stale outgoing air through a aluminum heat recovery core. The HRV then distributes the pr eheated fresh filtered air throughout the home by direct ductwork installed specifically for the HRV or through [...]

6 Dimensions A B C D E 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 40 08 0 SHR 1504 SHR 1504 SHR 2004 120 160 Airflow (cfm) Airflow (L/s) Static Pressure (in WC) Static Pressure (Pa) 200 240 19 0 38 57 76 94 114 Fresh Air From Outside Stale Air To Outside Fresh Air To Inside Stale Air From Inside Airflow Model A B C D E H RV -150 2 ¹ ⁄₄ &[...]

7 Introducing the NEW Heat Recovery V entilators (HRV). As with previous designs, incoming fresh outdoor air is filtered before it is heated by the stale outgoing air . The HRV then distributes the preheated fresh filtered air throughout the home by direct ductwork installed specifically for the HRV or thr ough the ductwork of a forced-air system. [...]

8 Dimensions 22.20" 5 64mm 17.36" 4 41mm 2.20" 56mm 2.20" 56mm 50.87" 1292mm 5 TH port for recirculation defrost type models only 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 0.00 50.00 100.00 150.00 200.00 250.00 300.00 40.00 0.00 80.00 S HR3005R 120.00 160.00 Airflow (cfm) Airflow (L/s) Static Pressure (in WC) Static Pressure (Pa) 200.00 240.[...]

9 OPERA TION Winter: Humidity control is very important during the winter months. This is when problems will be most apparent since condensation on the windows will often occur . The colder the outside temperature, the greater the risk of condensation in the home. The average relative humidity should be maintained between (30-60) to avoid conden- s[...]

10 15-min T imer - RT -15M - The 15-minute remote timer is typically installed in areas where contaminated such as moisture and odors, are produced. Simply push the button and the HRV will activate to high speed for 15 minutes. Up to 5 electronic timers can be installed throughout the building at a distance of up to 500 feet (152 meters) from the H[...]

11 OPERA TION (CONT'D) OPTIONAL DIGIT AL CONTROL Note: All controls are low voltage. 18 to 24 gauge wire is recommended. FIL TER LIGHT RESET & MODE FAN SPEED SELECTOR Pr ess to reset the filter mainte- nance reminder light. The combi- nation filter light reset and up setpoint selector buttons let’ s you choose at which speed the HRV , ER[...]

12 • Install the unit close to the outside wall on which the supply and exhaust hoods will be mounted. • Have a nearby power supply 120 V olts, 60Hz. • Have the possibility of mounting the unit to suppor ting beams. • Mount the unit as level as possible in or der to allow pr oper condensate drainage. • Have access to a water drain for the[...]

13 3 Push the hood into the opening. Attach the hood to the outside wall with mounting screws. Repeat the installation procedure for both the Supply and Exhaust hood. 2 Pull the insulated flexible duct through the opening until it is well extended and straight. Slide the duct’ s inner vinyl sleeve over the hood collar and secure, pull the insulat[...]

14 PRACTICAL TIPS INST ALLING DUCTS TO / FROM INSIDE • Building Codes and Combustion Appliance Installation Codes do not allow location of return air grilles or any opening such as a “breathing tee” in an enclosed room with spillage susceptible combustion appliances. • The fresh air inlet from the HRV needs to respect a minimum distance fro[...]

15 • For new construction, the rigid ducts are run in the walls. • Choose the location for your Supply and Exhaust grilles. The Supply grilles should be located in every habitable room and the Exhaust Grilles should be located in the wet rooms. • A piece of flexible ducting should be placed between the Supply Air In and Out collar of the HRV [...]

16 Bedrooms Fresh Air Exhaust Air Central Control - optional Fresh air to living room Exhaust Bathroom 460 mm 1800 mm HRV Ducting Fifth Port Units All HRV(D)’ s have a fifth duct port on top of the unit. This duct port is for both defrost and the recirculation mode. A motorized damper installed in the port closes during defrost or recir culation [...]

17 Bedrooms Fr esh Air Exhaust Air Furnace thermostat Exhaust Bathroom 460 mm HRV Central Control - optional Return Air HRV Connection 1800 mm INST ALLA TION EXAMPLES (CONT'D) Example diagram only-duct configuration may change depending on model Partially Dedicated System Stale air drawn from key areas of home (bathroom, kitchen, laundry) Fres[...]

18 INST ALLA TION EXAMPLES (CONT'D) DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPL Y AIR STREAM and EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN Simplified Installation Option 1 (Return/Return Method) • HRV must be balanced • It is mandatory that the furnace blower run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked with the furnace blower • [...]

19 INST ALLA TION EXAMPLES (CONT'D) DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPL Y AIR STREAM & EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN & SUPPL Y AIR SIDE Simplified Installation Option 2 (Supply/Return Method) • HRV must be balanced • It is recommended that the furnace blower run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked w[...]

20 AIR FLOW BALANCING CAUTION • If the unit’ s airflows are not properly balanced... - The unit may not operate at it’ s maximum efficiency. - Heat recovery core damage may occur . - The unit’ s use could cause negative or positive pressure in your home causing cold air to enter or other combustible equipment to backdraft. - The unit may no[...]

21 AIR FLOW BALANCING (CONT'D) 1 For this flow measuring station, cut the duct and place the flow measuring station between each station. Make sure that the flow measuring station’ s air direction arrow points in the direction of the airflow. Secure the flow measuring station with duct tape. 2 Before taking the reading, make sure that the ma[...]

22 MAINTENANCE The filters (2) need to be checked and cleaned every three months or when they appear dirty . Wash in warm sudsy water (mild detergent) or use a soft brush vacuum. The filters should be replaced when they can no longer be cleaned properly . PRACTICAL TIPS • T o prevent electrical shock, check that the unit is unplugged before doing[...]

23 TROUBLESHOOTING Solutions Causes Problem Dehumidistat control is set too low Dehumidistat control is set too high Sudden change in temperature Storing too much wood for heating Dryer vent exhaust is inside home Poor air circulating near windows Well sealed basement door is closed Improper adjustment of dehumidistat con- trol Air is too dry Air i[...]

24 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Low V oltage Control Wiring Connections * Please see instruction on individual controls for proper wiring and set up of control selected. W R G C Y W RG Y Standard Accessor y Control Contact THERMOST A T TERMINALS FURN ACE 24- VOLT TERMINAL BLOCK FOUR WIRE T WO WIRE heating only T WO WIRE COOLING SYSTEM W R G C Y W RG Y Al[...]

25 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT'D) - + C ustom defrost m ode jumper selection 3 position mode selection switch Accessor y Control Contact (Open & Closes contact when HR V/ERV is ON/OFF) Diagnostic L ED U Air Quality Sensor[...]

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The product is manufactured by Fantech, Inc. Fantech reserves the right to modify , at any time and without notice, any or all of this product's features, designs, components and specifications. Item #: 402950 Rev . 1 Rev Date: 11022006 United States 1712 Northgate Blvd., Sarasota, FL. 34234 Phone: 800.747.1762; 941.309.6000 Fax: 800.487.9915;[...]