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Energy Recovery Wheel
The HRE models contain a sensible energy recovery wheel.. The wheels are inspected for proper mechanical operation at the factory.. However, during shipping and handling, shifting can occur that may affect wheel operation.. The wheel is accessible through the access door marked “Energy Wheel Cassette Access”.. For the
Turn the energy recovery wheels by hand to verify free operation..
The wheel should rotate smoothly and should not wobble..
Inside layout of HRE unit
Drive Belt
Inspect the drive belt.. Make sure the belt rides smoothly through the pulley and over the wheel rim..
Air Seals
Air seals are located around the perimeter of the wheel and across the face of the wheel (both sides of wheel).. Check that these seals are secure and in good condition..
Check that the air seals located around the outside of the wheel and across the center (both sides of wheel) are secure and in good condition.. Air seal clearance is determined by placing a sheet of paper, to act as a feeler gauge, against the wheel face.. To access seals, enter unit for
are located on the bearing support that spans theDrive Pulley length of the cassette through the wheel center..
Tighten the screws so the air seals tug slightly on the sheet of paper..
Bearing Support
Label showing
cassette serial #
and date code
Replace cassette into unit, plug in wheel drive, replace access door and apply power.. Observe by opening door slightly (remove filters if necessary to view wheel) that the wheel rotates freely at about 35 RPM..
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