Operating Instructions

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USER MANUAL

RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY

ADDRESS OF YOUR INSTALLER

22644 REV. 01

AND ERV180S

* THESE PRODUCTS EARNED THE ENERGY STAR

BY MEETING STRICT ENERGY EFFICIENCY

GUIDELINES SET BY NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA AND THE US EPA. THEY MEET

ENERGY STAR REQUIREMENTS ONLY WHEN USED IN CANADA.

HRV150S*

VB0234

HRV190S*

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Broan-NuTone LLC; Hartford, Wisconsin www.broan.com 1-877-862-7626

For additional information - visit www.broan.com

Summary of content (8 pages)

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USER MANUAL RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY VB0234 HRV150S* HRV190S* AND ERV180S * THESE PRODUCTS EARNED THE ENERGY STAR® BY MEETING STRICT ENERGY EFFICIENCY GUIDELINES SET BY NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA AND THE US EPA. THEY MEET ENERGY STAR REQUIREMENTS ONLY WHEN USED IN CANADA. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Broan-NuTone LLC; Hartford, Wisconsin www.broan.com 1-877-862-7626 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT: www.broan.com/register For additional information - visit www.broan.
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL / PRODUCT The purpose of this manual is to help you with the use of your unit. Section 2 (Controls) shows you how you can operate the unit in no time. Section 3 deals with maintenance and explains how to maintain the unit to ensure maximum operation and performance. In Section 4 (Troubleshooting), you will learn how to solve minor problems; plus other important information which we urge you to read.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. DEFROST MODE ............................................................... 3 2. CONTROLS ..................................................................... 4 2.1 INTEGRATED CONTROL ...................................................................4 2.2 BOOT SEQUENCE . . . . . ..................................... ..............................4 2.3 OPTIONAL MAIN AND AUXILIARY CONTROLS ...............................................4 3. MAINTENANCE ................................
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2. CONTROLS 2.1 INTEGRATED CONTROL These units are equipped with an integrated control, located on the electrical compartment. Use the push-button (1) to control the unit. The LED (2) will then show on which mode the unit is in. NOTES: 1. The integrated control must be turned OFF to use an optional main control. 2. If an optional auxiliary control is used, if activated, the operation of this auxiliary control will override the optional main control operation. 2 1 VD0278 Refer to table below.
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3. MAINTENANCE ! WARNING Dangerous voltage may be present. During maintenance and repairs, the unit must always be turned off, then unplugged. We take great care to minimize sharp edges; however, please proceed with caution when handling all components. When cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves. 3.1 UNIT DESCRIPTION 1 1. 2. 3. 4. Filters Blower Recovery core Condensation tray 1 3 2 4 VL0052 Regular maintenance should be performed every 3 months.
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3. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) 3.2 EVERY THREE MONTHS (CONT’D) 6. Check the exterior air intake hood: • Make sure there are no leaves, twigs, ice or snow that could be drawn into the vent. • Clean if necessary. CAUTION Even a partial blocking of this air vent could cause the unit to malfunction. 7. Reassemble the components. 8. Reconnect power supply.
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3. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) 3.3 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE (FALL) 3.3.1 HEAT RECOVERY CORE Repeat steps 1 to 6 from the Section 3.1 and continue with the following steps: CAUTION Hot water and a strong detergent will damage the heat recovery core. 1. Clean the heat recovery core: • Remove core. • Let it soak in a mixture of cold or lukewarm water and mild soap (dishwashing liquid). • Rinse thoroughly. • Shake the core to remove excess water and let it dry. 2. Clean blower assembly.
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4. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM YOU SHOULD TRY THIS 1. Nothing works. • See if the unit is plugged in. • See if the unit is receiving power from the house circuit breaker or fuse. 2. Noisy unit. • Clean the unit (see Section 3). If the problem is not solved, contact your installer. 3. Condensation on windows (air too humid). • Operate the unit at maximum speed (MAX.) during activities generating excess humidity (family gatherings, extra cooking, etc.). • Leave curtains half-open to allow air circulation.