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a forced air furnace or air handler, operating at a higher static. After installation, the compatibility of the two pieces of equipment must be confirmed, by measuring the airflow’s of the Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV), by using the balancing procedure in this manual It is always important to assess how the operation of any Energy Recovery Ventilator may interact with vented combustion equipment (ie. Gas Furnaces, Oil Furnaces, Wood Stoves, etc.) NEVER install an Energy Recovery Ventilator in a situation where its normal operation, lack of operation or partial failure may result in the backdrafting or improper functioning of vented combustion equipment!!! TO BE COMPLETED BY CONTRACTOR AFTER INSTALLATION Installing Contractor Telephone / Contact Serial Number Installation Date Model * LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER NOTE: Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications, ratings and dimensions are subject to change without notice. TI-83C-NE Warranty ..................................................................................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ERV Questions and Answers ..................................................... 3 Select the Correct Size ERV .......................................................5 Specifications Model 200ERV ........................................................................... 6 200ERVD ........................................................................ 7 500ERV ........................................................................... 8 700ERV ........................................................................... 9 1200ERV ........................................................................ 10 Description of your ERV ...........................................................11 Operation of the ControlAir 15 ................................................. 12 Glossary ................................................................................. 12 Optional Remote Controls ......................................................14 Part 1: Function and Control Part 2: InstallationInstallation ..............................................................................16 • Location • Mounting the ERV • Electrical Installing Air Ducts ................................................................ 17 • Outside Weatherhoods • Locating the Weatherhoods • Installing Ducting from Weatherhoods to the ERV • Ducting • Connections to Furnace Ductwork ................................... 18 • Damper and Grilles ......................................................... 18 Air Flow Balancing and Procedure ...................................... 19 Installation Diagrams ..................................................... 20 - 21 General Installation ........................................................ 22 - 26 Maintenance Troubleshooting Your ERV ...................................................... 27 Maintenance Routine .............................................................. 28 Wiring Diagram ................................................................ 29 - 31 TFP Information ....................................................................... 32 INTRODUCTION The LIFEBREATH Enthalpic Core Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is designed for warm, humid regions and it uses the vapour transmission technology to transfer sensible and latent heat to the cooler, drier air stream. During the cooling season, humidity drawn in from the outside is transferred through the core to the exhaust air stream, helping lower the load on the air conditioner. It is recommended for regions where the temperature does not drop below 25°F (-4°C). All LIFEBREATH Energy Recovery Ventilators WARRANTY carry a five year warranty on the Energy Recovery Core, Model 200ERV has a 5 year warranty on replacement parts and Model 500, 700, and 1200 ERV has a 2 year warranty on replacement parts. 2 ERV Questions & Answers What is the difference between an HRV and an ERV? The core in an HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator) transfers heat from one air stream to the other. This is called sensible heat. The term ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator) is usually used to describe a unit with an enthalpic core that transfers moisture as well as heat from one air stream to the other. This (moisture transfer) is called latent heat. Enthalpic - what does it mean? Enthalpy is the term used to describe the energy content of air. This energy is a combination of the sensible and latent heat. Therefore, a core which transfers energy is called an enthalpic core. Is an ERV better than an HRV? NOT NECESSARILY!! In cold climates such as most of North America, an HRV works better than an ERV. This is because the air inside the home during the winter months will be more humid than the outside air. An ERV would transfer the latent heat (humidity) from the exhaust air back into the incoming airstream. This will aggravate moisture problems in the home and encourage the growth of mold and mildew. If the air in t...
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