Full Product Manual

Humidex
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Humidex system which will provide you with year-
round moisture control and improved air quality for a healthy fresh and drier indoor environment.
Please take note the following safety information:
CAUTION For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive material
and vapours
WARNING!! The carbon monoxide sensor integral to the product is not intended to be used as a life
safety device and additional approved detectors are required.
WARNING!! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, observe the following:
- Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction. (APTHC Only)
- When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
- Unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.
a. For permanently connected systems, switch power off at service panel and lock the
service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.
When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent
warning device, such as a tag to the service panel.
- Do not use this appliance with any solid-state speed control device.
- Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug. Discard fan or return to an authorized
service facility for examination and/or repair.
- Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar
coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic
area and where it will not be tripped over.
Combustion Appliance Present in Dwelling
With the presence of appliances evacuating air outside the building envelope (such as range hood,
bathroom fan, dryer, Humidex, etc.) there should be an adequate air supply reentering the building
envelope design. If the air pressure inside the building gets lower than the barometric pressure outside
air may be drawn in from any point of entry which may include a chimney. The smoke and gases from
any combustion appliance (oil furnace, gas/wood stove, fireplace, etc.) may be drawn into the
building rather than go out the chimney.
This can be prevented by lowering the maximum ventilation rate of the Humidex system or by
introducing more make-up air inside the building. A fresh air kit (Air Supply Ventilator) is available
from you Humidex dealer, to introduce additional air supply if needed.
The Humidex installation includes allowing for replenishment air coming into the basement
and crawl space either passively via a vent upstairs, open stairwell or with a mechanical
booster fan, thereby avoiding a depressurization in the lower areas.