U SER GUIDE VB0190 Model ERV70S (side ports) VB0191 VB0192 Model ERV70T (top ports) VB0193 Model HRV70SE* (side ports) Model HRV70TE* (top ports) READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH HOMEOWNER Register your product online at: www.broan.com/register * 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.
Congratulations! You have made an excellent choice! The operating principle of your Heat Recovery Ventilator or your Energy Recovery Ventilator will give you personal comfort you have never known before. We have prepared this User Guide especially for you. Please read it carefully to ensure you obtain full benefit from your unit. Over the coming months, you will increasingly appreciate the feeling of living in a more comfortable house.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. DEFROSTING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 2.1 INTEGRATED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.2 OPTIONAL MAIN CONTROL VT4W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2.3 OPTIONAL AUXILIARY CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.3.1 20-MINUTE LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.3.2 60-MINUTE CRANK TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. CONTROLS 2.1 INTEGRATED CONTROL BOOTING SEQUENCE The unit booting sequence is similar to a personnal computer boot sequence. Each time the unit is plugged after being unplugged, or after a power failure, the unit will perform a 30-second booting sequence before starting to operate. During the booting sequence, the integrated control LED (2 in illustration below) will light GREEN for 5 seconds, and then will turn RED.
2. CONTROLS (CONT’D) 2.2 OPTIONAL MAIN CONTROL VT4W For more convenience, this unit can also be controlled using the optional main wall control VT4W. Only one VT4W can be connected to the unit. NOTES: 1. The integrated control must be turned OFF to use the optional main control VT4W. 2. If an optional auxiliary control is used, if activated, this auxiliary control will override the VT4W control operation.
2. CONTROLS (CONT’D) 2.3 OPTIONAL AUXILIARY CONTROL Contrary to the optional main control, up to 5 optional auxiliary controls can be connected to the same ventilation unit. 2.3.1 20-MINUTE LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON Press once on its center (A) to activate the push button. The ventilation unit will exchange air with the outside on high speed for a 20-minute period, and the indicator (B) will light up. To stop activation before the end of the 20-minute cycle, press one more time.
3. MAINTENANCE ! WARNING Risk of electric shock. Before performing any maintenance, always turn off and disconnect the unit from its power source. Sharp edges may be present. When cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves. 2 Refer to illustration at right to identify the inner parts of your unit. 1. Heat or energy recovery core 2. Core filters 1 VD0244 3.1 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE Turn the unit OFF and unplug it. VD0005 Remove the unit door by following these steps: A.
3. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) 3.1 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) Slide out both filters (1) and recovery core (2) from the unit. Clean the inside walls of the unit with a clean damp cloth, then wipe with a 2 clean dry one. Remove dust on filters and on core using a 1 vacuum cleaner and a soft brush attachment. Wash both core filters under lukewarm water with mild VD0243 soap. Rinse thoroughly and let dry completely before reinstalling on the core.
3. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) 3.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Do the same operations as the Quarterly Maintenance (Section 3.1), and clean the recovery core as follows (refer to the core label): HRV units: Soak the heat recovery core in a mixture of lukewarm water and mild soap. Rinse thoroughly. Shake the core to remove excess water and let it dry. ERV units: Remove the dust on the core using a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush attachment.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT’D) PROBLEMS YOU SHOULD TRY THIS 1 Unit does not work. • See if the unit is plugged in. • See if the unit is receiving power from the house circuit breaker or fuse. 2 Condensation on windows (air too humid). • See Controls section on pages 4 to 6. • Leave curtains half-open to allow air circulation. • Store all firewood in a closed room with a dehumidifier or in a well ventilated room, or store the wood outside.
