Lifebreath RNC120D, RNC5-TPD, RNC10 Simplified Installation Return/Return Method, Four Port Models

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The Simplified Installation (Return/Return Method)

•It is mandatory that the furnace run continuously or HRV operation be interlocked with the furnace.

•Check local codes/authority having jurisdiction for acceptance.

FOUR PORT MODELS

WARNING

HRV must be balanced.

Refer to “Airflow Balancing” in this manual.

DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV SUPPLY AIR STREAM and

RETURN AIR

EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN

40" (1m) MINIMUM

3' (1 m) min. recommended

Outdoors

Cool Air

Return

NOTES:

1.Furnace blower is required to operate when ventilation from HRV is required. The furnace must be set to run continuously or interlocked with HRV.

2.A minimum separation of 40 inches (1 m) is required between the two direct connections.

3.The exhaust air connection should be upstream of the supply air connection to prevent exhausting any fresh air.

4.Weatherhood arrangement is for drawing purposes only. Six feet (2 m) minimum separation required. Eighteen inches (460 mm) above grade minimum.

5.Due to the differences in pressure between the HRV and the equipment it is being connected to, the HRV's airflow must be confirmed on site, using the balancing procedure found in the installation manual.

Forced Air

Furnace

*Unit is normally balanced on HIGH speed with air handler blower ON.

FIVE PORT MODELS - Simplified Installation for Models RNC10/RNC20

Outdoors

 

Return Air

 

40" (1m) MINIMUM

 

 

 

 

3' (1 m) min.

 

Stale Air To Outside

recommended

 

 

Fresh Air From Outside

Stale Air From Building

Field-supplied Balancing Damper (optional)

WARNING

Defrost air port needs to be drawn from clean area without combustion appliances. To avoid backdrafting of combustion products, never draw defrost air from a room with a naturally aspirated appliance, i.e. furnace, hot water heater, gas dryer, stove, fire place etc.

Cool Air

 

Return

 

Fresh Air To House

Air

 

High efficiency filter

Handler

or electronic air cleaner

 

*Unit is normally balanced on HIGH speed with air handler blower ON.

CAUTION

Weatherhood arrangement - requires a minimum of 6' (2m) separation and a minimum of 18" (460mm) clearance above grade or anticipated snow level.

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