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Humidex
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Unit Operations
Note: The unit will operate with all of it’s features without the need to connect it to your home’s
Wi-Fi (Internet). Wi-Fi is only necessary when the mobile app is being used for controlling and
monitoring the system.
The first time running the unit…
When the unit is first turned on, it will run at medium speed for 6 hours. During this initial 6-hour
period, it is important to allow it to run uninterrupted, since the unit will take readings that will be
important to determine the best operating speed that will, over time, get the most energy efficient
ventilation for the entire home and maximum reduction of relative humidity.
The HCS myHome are programmed to a default humidity setting of 55%.
The relative humidity level will vary constantly, and the unit will adjust the ventilation rate in relation
to the prevailing conditions and settings. By default, the Relative Humidity is set at 55% as a target
level. In the winter you can lower it to 45%.
After power outages or whenever the unit is powered down (unplugged) and powered up again
(plugged into the wall again), the unit reads the last recorded settings and will return to its regular
operation mode.
Note: For the unit to function properly and to allow the unit to provide the best energy efficient
ventilation and humidity control, all windows, doors with access to the outdoor and vents to the
outdoor should be closed to prevent an excessive amount of outdoor air from entering directly into
the house.
Carbon Monoxide
The HCS myHome unit also contains a Carbon Monoxide (CO) sensor which allows the unit to
monitor CO levels in your basement/crawl space. If the unit detects an elevated level of CO, the HCS
will automatically begin a high rate of air expulsion to exhaust the air mass, until the levels subside and
will send a notification to the mobile app (if configured). However, due to the unknown nature of the
source of CO, the system cannot guarantee that it will be able to evacuate the CO from your home.
The sensor needs to perform an initial 48-hour burn to clean itself upon first installation to accurately
detect CO. During that time the unit will not be able to monitor CO.
Warning! - It should also be noted that the Humidex device cannot replace a certified Carbon
Monoxide (CO) detector or alarm.