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Models RNC120F/120ERV
Shipping and Packing List Application
Package 1 of 1 contains: Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRV) are designed to provide
fresh air while exhausting an equal amount of stale air.
1 - Assembled ventilator
1 - Bag assembly containing:
The HRV is equipped with an aluminum core. The device
4 - Hanging straps uses the stale air that is being exhausted to condition the
1 - Installation manual
fresh air as it is being brought in.
1 - Remote electrical control box
1 - Bag containing s
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Engineering Data Model RNC120F THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE, PATENTED ALUMINUM CORE Performance The cross-flow heat recovery core transfers heat between the two airstreams. It is easily Net supply air flow in cfm (L/s) against external static pressure removed for cleaning or service. E.S.P (external static pressure) [cfm (L/s)] MOTORS AND BLOWERS Each Air stream has an independent motorized impeller. 3 speed operation 120VAC @ 0.1" (25 Pa) 125 (59) @ 0.2" (50 Pa) 120 (56) FILTERS @ 0.3" (75 Pa) 114 (54)
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Engineering Data Model RNC120F Option 1 - Standard Duct Configuration Dimensions inches EXHAUST AIR TOP VIEW FROM BUILDING HANGING FRESH AIR STRAPS EXHAUST TO BUILDING FRESH AIR AIR FROM FROM OUTSIDE PLUG-IN CONNECTOR BUILDING FOR CONNECTING TO REMOTE ELECTRICAL BOX FRESH AIR FROM EXHAUST AIR OUTSIDE TO OUTSIDE FRESH AIR TO BUILDING EXHAUST AIR DRAIN TO OUTSIDE CONNECTION SERVICE CLEARANCE FROM 19” BOTTOM OF UNIT IS MINIMUM 3'0" ALL DUCT CONNECTION COLLARS ARE 5" DIAMETER Option2-Rever
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Engineering Data Model 120ERV Latent Recovery/Moisture Transfer Core Performance The cross flow energy recovery core transfers heat and water vapor between the two air Net supply air flow in cfm (L/s) against external static pressure streams. It is easily removed for cleaning and service. E.S.P MOTORS AND BLOWERS (external static pressure) [cfm (L/s)] Each Air stream has an independent motorized impeller. 3 speed operation 120VAC. @ 0.1" (25 Pa) 113 (53) FILTERS @ 0.2" (50 Pa) 110 (52) Washable
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Engineering Data Model 120ERV Option 1 - Duct Configuration Dimensions inches EXHAUST AIR TOP VIEW FROM BUILDING HANGING FRESH AIR STRAPS EXHAUST TO BUILDING FRESH AIR AIR FROM FROM OUTSIDE BUILDING PLUG-IN CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTING TO REMOTE ELECTRICAL BOX FRESH AIR FROM EXHAUST AIR OUTSIDE TO OUTSIDE FRESH AIR TO BUILDING EXHAUST AIR TO OUTSIDE SERVICE CLEARANCE FROM 19” BOTTOM OF UNIT IS MINIMUM 3'0" ALL DUCT CONNECTION COLLARS ARE 5" DIAMETER Option 2 - Duct Configuration Dimensions
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Installation Instructions The RNC120F model can be setup in two different airflow electrical control box contains two receptacles labelled configurations as illustrated in the engineering data sec- “Fan Connection A” and “Fan Connection B”. It is critical tion of the manual. Because of this, it is extremely that the proper fan be plugged into the proper recepta- important that the unit be connected properly. The remote cle. FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE EXHAUST AIR FROM BUILDING EXHAUST AIR TO OUTSIDE
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Clearances and Requirements Connecting Appliances to the HRV The following appliances should not be connected to the WARNING HRV: Before installation, careful consideration must • clothes dryer be given to how this system will operate if connected to any other piece of mechanical • range top equipment, i.e. a forced air furnace or air handler, • stovetop fan operating at a higher static. After installation, the • central vacuum system compatibility of the two pieces of equipment must be confirme
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Installation Suspending the Unit using the Provided Hanging Straps CAUTION Unit must be installed level to ensure proper condensate drainage. Due to the broad range of installation and operational conditions, consideration must be given for the possibility FASTENERS of condensation forming on the unit or (not supplied) connecting ducting. Objects below the installation may be exposed to condensate. STRAPS AND When installing the weather hood, its outside perimeter SCREWS DETAIL (suppl
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Installation Air Duct Design and Installation A well designed and installed ducting system will allow the WARNING HRV to operate at its maximum efficiency. Include a short length of fabric, flex duct or Always try to keep duct runs as short and straight as pos- other non-metallic connector in the “Fresh Air to sible. See Installation Diagrams for various installation Building” hard ducted line in order to keep the options. HRV separately grounded (electrically) from the The inner and outer l
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Installation Stale Air Exhaust System Drain Connection (HRV Only) The stale air exhaust system draws air from the points in During a defrost cycle, the HRV may produce some con- the house where the worst air quality problems occur. densation. This water should flow into a nearby drain, or Stale air ducts should be installed in the bathroom, be taken away by a condensate pump. kitchen, and laundry room. Applications such as green- houses, atriums, swimming pools, saunas, etc. have unique ventilat
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Application Illustrations HRV–Option 1 Partially Dedicated System for HRV ● Stale air drawn from key areas of home (bathroom, kitchen, laundry) WARNING HRV must be balanced. ● Fresh air supplied to return air duct of air handler DIRECT CONNECTION of the SUPPLY AIR STREAM to the AIR HANDLER COLD AIR RETURN (Stale air drawn from key areas of home) Outdoors Exhaust Air to Outside Return Air STALE AIR from various parts of home. i.e. bathrooms (if required), kitchens (if required). 3’ min. recomm
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Application Illustrations HRV–Option 1 Simplified Installation for HRV (Return/Return Method) It is mandatory that the air handler blower WARNING run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked with the air handler blower. HRV must be balanced. Check local codes/authority having jurisdiction for acceptance. DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPLY AIR STREAM and EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the AIR HANDLER COLD AIR RETURN Outdoors *Unit is normally balanced on Exhaust Air to Outside HIGH
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Application Illustrations HRV–Option 1 Fully Dedicated System for HRV ● Stale air drawn from key areas of home (bathroom, kitchen, laundry) WARNING HRV must be balanced. ● Fresh air supplied to main living areas of home Outdoors Exhaust Air To Outside STALE AIR from various parts of home. Field-supplied Balancing Damper (optional) i.e. bathrooms (if required), kitchens (if required). Fresh air to house - main living areas... Fresh Air From Outside bedrooms, living room, rec. room etc. *Un
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Application Illustrations HRV–Option 2 Partially Dedicated System for HRV ● Stale air drawn from key areas of home (bathroom, kitchen, laundry) WARNING HRV must be balanced. ● Fresh air supplied to return air duct of air handler DIRECT CONNECTION of the SUPPLY AIR STREAM to the AIR HANDLER COLD AIR RETURN (Stale air drawn from key areas of home) Outdoors Exhaust Air to Outside Return Air 3’ min. recommended Fresh Air From Outside Fresh Air to Building Cool Air Return STALE AIR from various pa
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Application Illustrations HRV–Option 2 Simplified Installation for HRV (Return/Return Method) ● It is mandatory that the air handler blower WARNING run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked with the air handler blower. HRV must be balanced. ● Check local codes/authority having jurisdiction for acceptance. DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPLY AIR STREAM and EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the AIR HANDLER COLD AIR RETURN Return Air *Unit is normally balanced on HIGH speed with air handler
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Application Illustrations HRV–Option 2 Fully Dedicated System for HRV ● Stale air drawn from key areas of home (bathroom, kitchen, laundry) WARNING HRV must be balanced. ● Fresh air supplied to main living areas of home Outdoors Exhaust Air To Outside Fresh air to house - main living areas... Fresh Air From Outside bedrooms, living room, rec. room etc. STALE AIR from various parts of home. Field-supplied Balancing Damper (optional) i.e. bathrooms (if required), kitchens (if required). *Un
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Remote Control Devices Optional Main Controls The Dehumidstat Dial The amount of ventilation required in your home will fluctuate Main controls feature a dehumidistat dial. The dehumidistat is according to the activity level in the house. Higher activity levels used to reduce high winter humidity levels. The dehumidistat require more ventilation. activates high speed ventilation when the indoor humidity level exceeds selected setting. Main controls can be mounted in a central location of the hom
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Wiring the Controls 2040 ON/OFF Dehumidistat Dehumidistat Ventilation Control Part No. 99-116 Part No. 99-2040 Red to Red Red to Red Remove Remove factory factory Orange to Orange to Orange installed Orange installed jumper when jumper when Black to installing this Black to Black installing this Black control control Low Fan to Blue Circuit Board Circuit Board Terminal Strip Terminal Strip Remote Dehumidistat Recirculation Control Part No. 99-130W Part No. 99-RECIRC Red to Red Red to Red F
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Electrical The HRV unit should be plugged into a standard designat- WARNING ed (120VAC) electrical outlet with a ground. The outlet should be serviced by a separate 15 amp/120V circuit. An In order to prevent electric shock when cleaning extension cord should not be used with this appliance. A or servicing the HRV, it is extremely important to qualified service technician should make any required confirm the polarity of the power line that is electrical connections. switched by the safety (di
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Operation For most installations the HRV will normally be set to oper- Self Test ate continuously on low speed. To suit various lifestyles, The ventilator will automatically initiate a self test the HRV offers a selection of operating modes. sequence when power is applied. Fan motor is cycled and then damper motor is cycled. Duration: Approximately 1.5 Method of Operation mins. Good - intermittent operation at all times How much ventilation do I need? Better- continuous operation during day or o
