Pre-Installation Notes Read this notice before installing unit: Note Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications, ratings, and dimensions are subject to change without notice. The plugs found in the manual bag, must be installed at the base of the 130ERV models before the unit is operated.
Simplified Installation (Return/Return Method) Installation Notes The ERV must be balanced. Unit should be balanced on high speed with the furnace blower on. It is mandatory that the furnace blower run continuously or ERV operation be interlocked with the furnace blower. The duct configuration may change depending on the ...
Partially Dedicated System Installation Notes The ERV must be balanced. Unit should be balanced on high speed with the furnace blower on. It is recommended that the furnace blower run continuously or ERV operation be interlocked with the furnace blower.
Fully Dedicated System Installation Notes The ERV must be balanced. When balancing, all external exhaust systems should be turned off (i.e. range hood, dryer exhaust, bathroom vents). All exhausting appliances should have their own make-up air, as this is not an intended use of the ERV system. The duct configuration may change depending on the ...
Hanging Straps - Installation Notes Use 4 screws and 4 washers (not provided) to attach the hanging straps to the floor joists. The washer must be wider than the eyelet of the grommet on the hanging strap. The hanging straps are designed to reduce the possibility of noise, resonance and harmonics.
Grilles Adjustable grilles should be used to balance the flow rates into and out of various rooms. The grilles should not be adjusted after balancing the unit. Grilles or diffusers should be positioned high on the wall or in the ceiling. Kitchen exhaust should never be connected to the range hood.
Grille Fittings Stack Head Elbow (part # 99-WF4 / 99WF6) Rough-in Metal Fitting Use this rough-in fitting before the drywall is installed. This (part # 99-RIMF 4/5/6/8) fitting is ideal for running ducting through 2 x 4 (min.) Use this rough-in fitting before the drywall is studded walls.
Lifebreath Weatherhoods (Optional) Fixed covered weatherhoods have a built-in bird screen with a 1/4 in (6 mm) mesh to prevent foreign objects from entering the ductwork. Installation Notes The inner and outer liners of the flexible insulated duct must be clamped to the sleeve of the weatherhoods (as close to the outside as possible) and the appropriate port on the ERV.
Weatherhood Requirements At least 6 ft (2 m) should separate the intake and exhaust hood, unless dual hood is installed. At least 18 in (457 mm) above the ground, or above the depth of expected snow accumulation. At least 3 ft (1 m) from the corner of the building. ...
Main Control Installation The Lif estyle Digital Control 99-DX01 or Lifestyle Ventilation Control 99-BC01 may be installed onto a flush mounted electrical switch box or it may be surface mounted onto a wall. Only one master control should be installed to a ventilation system (the face plate on this illustration may not be exactly the same as yours).
Selecting the Ventilation Rate The modes of operation and speeds are used to adjust your indoor ventilation rate. Experiment with the ventilation levels in your home to evaluate the ideal amount of ventilation to suit your home and personal preferences. I.
Interlocking the ERV to an Air Handler or Furnace Blower Connecting the ERV as illustrated will ensure the ERV Terminal Block Wire air handler/furnace blower motor is operating Connector whenever the ERV is venting. The ERV must be interlocked to the furnace/air handler with a simplified installation (return/ Furnace return installation).
Installation and Operation 20/40/60 Minute Timers: 99-DET01 and 99-20M01 Operating your Lifestyle 20/40/60 Minute Fan Timer Select Button Press and release the to activate a 20, 40 or 60 minute high Status Yellow Light speed override cycle. The will illuminate and the unit will run on high Lights Light speed ventilation for the selected time.
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Dimensional Drawing for 130ERV/130ERVR Models Stale Fresh Stale Fresh Air To Air From Air From Air To Note: Front clearance of 25 in (635 mm) Outside Outside Inside Inside is recommended for servicing unit. All Recirculating ducts use 5 in (125 mm) oval collars, Damper balancing dampers are located on all (For 130ERVR...
Balancing the Airflows Balancing the airflows is critical to ensuring that the amount of air introduced from the outside of the building equals the amount of air exhausted to the outside of the building. If these two airflows are not properly balanced, the following issues may occur: ...
Determining the CFM After balancing the airflows, calculate the CFM flow rate. Example Magnehelic This example shows how to determine the airflow for a 6 in Gauge reading diameter duct. As shown in the illustration, the duct velocity 0.025 in w.g. pressure reads 0.025 in w.g.
Balancing Preparation Prior to performing the air balancing procedure, perform the following steps: Seal the ductwork. Confirm the installation and proper operation of all the components of the ERV. Fully open the balancing dampers. Turn off all household exhaust devices (range hood, clothes dryer, bathroom fans). ...