Broan HRV90HS, ERV90HCS installation instructions About this Manual, About These Units Limitation

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Because of the large amount of models covered by this publication, the illustrations are typical ones. Some details of your unit may be slightly different than the ones shown.

Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:

!WARNING

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CAUTION

Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the unit and/or its components.

NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.

We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this manual and/or the unit, and we would appreciate hearing your comments on ways to better serve you. Please contact us by phone at 1-800-558-1711.

ABOUT THESE UNITS

LIMITATION

For residential (domestic) installation only. This unit must be installed in accordance with all national and local regulations, building codes and safety codes.

!WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON(S) OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1.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.

2.Before servicing or cleaning the unit, disconnect power cord from electrical outlet.

3.This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for fuel-burning appliances.

4.When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

5.Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device other than main optional wall control VT4W, and no other optional auxiliary wall controls than 60-minute crank timer and/or 20-minute lighted push button and/or Humidity Control.

6.This unit must be grounded. The power supply cord has a 3-prong grounding plug for your personal safety. It must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding receptacle, grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and ordinances. Do not remove the ground prong. Do not use an extension cord.

7.Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any appliances.

8.Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

CAUTION

1.To avoid prematurate clogged filters, turn OFF the unit during construction or renovation.

2.Please read specification label on product for further information and requirements.

3.Be sure to duct air outside – Do not intake / exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceiling or into attics, crawl spaces, or garage.

4.Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B.

5.Do not run any air ducts directly above or closer than 2 ft (0.61 m) to any furnace or its supply plenum, boiler, or other heat producing appliance. If a duct has to be connected to the furnace return plenum, it must be connected not closer than 9’10” (3 m) from this plenum connection to the furnace.

6.The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and national codes that are applicable.

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Contents Installation Instructions HRV90H and ERV90HC About this Manual About These Units LimitationTable of Contents Technical Data HRV ERVTechnical Data CONT’D Ventilation PerformanceHRV Typical Installations Typical Installations CONT’D Installation Stale air exhaust ductwork Installation CONT’DMake sure the unit is level Fresh air distribution ductworkMethod 2 Return side connection Method 1 Supply side connectionDuct, see figure beside Fresh air distribution Method 2B Return-return with Automatic fresh air bypassStale air intake Do not use screws to connect the rigid ducts to the ports Insulated flexible ductsRigid ducts 457 mm Xmas tree pin ’’ Ø Controls AvertissementControls CONT’D No C NC I OC OL Y R G BElectrical Connection to the Furnace OC OL Y R G6WIRINGDIAGRAM Balancing the Unit Connecting the Drain HRV Units only To drainMaintenance Maintenance CONT’D Service Parts HRV90HS HRV90HT ERV90HCS ERV90HCTTroubleshooting Problems Possible causes You should try this

ERV90HC, HRV90HS, HRV90H, ERV90HCS specifications

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