Installation and User Manual
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06095 rev. A
AE60 / EA 1500 / HV 1.5
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OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. This unit is intented for residential installation only.
2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number listed in the warranty.
3. Before replacing filters, servicing or cleaning unit, disconnect power cord from
electrical outlet.
4. Installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
5. This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for fuel-burning
appliances.
6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device other than optional wall
controls C34, CMR or ACCGSC3.
8. This unit must be grounded. The power supply cord has a 3-prong grounding plug for
your personal safety. It must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding receptacle,
grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and
ordinances. Do not remove the ground prong. Do not use an extension cord.
9. Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any appliances.
10. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
11. Do not run any air ducts directly above or closer than 2 ft (0.61 m) to any furnace or
its supply plenum, boiler, or other heat producing appliance. Do not connect the unit
ducts to the furnace ducts, neither return plenum or supply.
12. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to
wear safety glasses and gloves.
13. When the federal, provincial or state legislation comprises more restrictive installation
and/or certification requirements, the aforementioned requirements prevail on those
of this document and the installer agrees to conform to these at his own expenses.
CAUTION
1. To avoid premature clogged filters, turn OFF the unit during construction or renovation.
2. Please read specification label on product for further information and requirements.
3. Be sure to duct air outside – Do not intake / exhaust air into spaces within walls or
ceiling or into attics, crawl spaces, or garage.
4. Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B.
5. The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and national
codes that are applicable.
6. Do not use the AE60, EA 1500 or HV 1.5 unit when varnishing. Furthermore, if the
unit is installed in the attic, it is highly recommended to block the stale air intake and
fresh air register. The varnish vapors may damage the unit.
7. At least once in a year, the unit mechanical and electronic parts should be inspected
by qualified service personnel.
8. If the AE60, EA1500 or the HV 1.5 unit is installed in the attic, the unit should not be
turned off during the winter time in order to avoid condensation inside the unit and
inside the ducts.
9. During snow/rain storm, operate the unit in recirculation mode to prevent water build
up in the ventilator.
WARNING
1. YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.1 Basement Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.2 Attic Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.3 Mounting Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3. INSTALL THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.1 Locating and Mounting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2 Tools and Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.3 How to Hang the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.4 Planning of the Ductwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.5 Installing 6’’ Ducts and Registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
3.6 Insulated Flexible Ducts Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.7 Exterior Opening(s) Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-17
4. WALL CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
4.1 Installation of the Wall Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-20
4.2 Operating the Wall Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21
5. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.1 Biannual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.2 Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.3 Master Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
6. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The purpose of this guide is to help you to install properly your unit, and to show you how to
operate and do the maintenance. Please read completely before starting the installation.
Please note the illustrations are typical ones.
We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this manual and/or the unit, and
we would appreciate hearing your comments on ways to better serve you. Please forward
all correspondence to us at the address indicated on the product registration card included
with this manual.
This manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.
Finally, we want to congratulate you on your purchase of this excellent unit which will
allow you and your family to enjoy fresh air throughout your home for years to come!
NOTE: The unit does not require balancing because of its design.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL/PRODUCT
WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious
personal injuries including possibility of death.
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CAUTION
Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the
unit and/or its components.
OPERATIONAL PRINCIPLES
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1. YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE
CIRCULATION WITH AIR EXCHANGE:
While continually circulating the air within the house, the unit also evacuates part of this
stale air and replaces it with fresh dry air from the outside. The following extra benefits
are thus obtained: expelling the excess of humidity during the winter months, ventilate the
house on hot summer nights, elimination of stale air.
The air exchanger is designed to eliminate problems of excessive humidity, to steady the
temperature and the humidity and to filter and purify the air inside your house. The air
exchanger carries out the following operations:
AIR RECIRCULATION:
The system recirculates the air inside the house, without exchanging with the outside.
This operation steadies the temperature and the humidity throughout.
FILTRATION:
When the air flows through the system, a mechanical filter traps dust particles.
F
RESH AIR TO
BUILDING
FILTERED AIR
TO BUILDING
STALE AIR TO
OUTSIDE
FRESH AIR
FROM OUTSIDE
STALE AIR
FROM BUILDING
STALE AIR
FROM BUILDING
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2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS
Only one outside connection is needed when
using the Tandem® transition* and the dual
outside port*, simplifying the installation. These
two components are included in the installation
kit no. 15273 (purchase separately).
NOTES: 1. See Point 2.3
MOUNTING
CONSIDERATIONS
on next page
for required joists opening.
2. The installation kit no. 15273 is not
available in the U.S.A.
*Patented.
If the unit is installed in the attic, this unit must
always be in operation during the winter season.
Use the installation kit no. EA20130 (purchase
separately).
NOTE: The installation kit no. EA20130 is not
available in the U.S.A.
2.1 BASEMENT INSTALLATION
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2.2 ATTIC INSTALLATION
Use the following illustrations as guidelines to help you decide where your unit will be
installed. The unit should be hung to the joists, using chains and springs (included). If
needed, this unit can be installed upside down. For more details, see Point 3.
INSTALL
THE UNIT
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In every case, bathroom fan and a range hood should be used to exhaust stale air. Also,
for homes with more than one level, we recommend one exhaust register at the highest
level.
NOTE: An electrical outlet (standard 3-prong grounding outlet) has to be available within
3 feet from the unit.
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2. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS (CONT’D)
This unit can be used for a retrofit application. Connect the existing ducts to the corresponding
unit ports. If the previous stale air to outside duct and fresh air from outside duct are 5’’
diameter, install the 5’’ diameter adapters (included) over each of the corresponding unit
ports. Also, if using the installation kit no. 15273 or no. EA20130 (not available in the
U.S.A.), install these 5’’ diameter adapters. Use 4 screws (included) per adapter to attach
them to the unit. See figure below.
The joists opening needed to install the Tandem transition must be 9¾’’ (248 mm)
minimum. Also, the maximum heigh of the tandem transition is 8¾’’ (222 mm). See
Tandem transition end view below.
NOTE: The Tandem transition is included in the installation kit no. 15273 (not
available in U.S.A.).
2.3 MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS
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9¾”
248 mm
8¾”
222 mm
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT
Choose an appropriate location for the unit, far from the areas of the house where peace
and quiet are desired.
• So as to provide easy access for filter maintenance (sometimes, by
installing the unit upside down, it becomes easier to get at the filter).
• Close to an exterior wall, so as to limit the length of the insulated flexible
ducts to and from the unit.
• Away from hot chimneys and other fire hazards.
• Allow for a power source (standard 3-prong grounding outlet).
3.1 LOCATING AND MOUNTING THE UNIT
• Phillips screwdriver no. 2 or Robertson no. 2
• Scissors or utility knife (to cut duct tape and flexible ducts)
• Duct tape
• Jig saw
• A pair of metal shears (if the exterior covering of the house is aluminum
or vinyl)
• A chisel and hammer (if the exterior covering of the house is brick)
• Caulking gun and caulking
3.2 TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Use the 4 chains and springs in the hardware pack provided with the unit. According to
your needs, the unit can be installed upside down.
3.3 HOW TO HANG THE UNIT
CAUTION
Make sure the unit is level.
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
• Keep it simple. Plan for a minimum number of bends and joints. Keep the
length of the insulated ducts to a minimum.
• Do not use wall cavities as ducts. Do not use branch lines smaller than
4’’ (102 mm) diameter.
• Do not ventilate crawl spaces or cold room. Do not attempt to recover the
exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood, this would cause the clogging of
the unit.
• Be sure to plan at least one exhaust register on the highest lived-in level of
the house, if it has 2 floors or more.
3.4 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK
• Install the stale air exhaust register(s) in the main area where the contaminants
are produced: kitchen, living room, etc. Position the register(s) as far from
the stairway as possible and in such a way that the air circulates in all the
lived-in spaces in the house.
• If a register is installed in the kitchen, it must be located at least 4 feet (1.2 m)
from the range.
• Install the register(s) 6 to 12 inches (152 to 305 mm) from the ceiling on an
interior wall OR install it in the ceiling.
• Attach one end of the 6’’ flexible duct to the stale air exhaust register, and
the other end to the unit stale air from building port, using tie wrap and duct
tape.
3.5 INSTALLING 6’’ DUCTS AND REGISTERS
WARNING
Never install a stale air exhaust register in a room where a combustion
device operates, such as a gas water heater, a gas furnace or a fireplace.
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3.5.1 STALE AIR EXHAUST DUCTWORK
• Install the fresh air distribution register(s) in a large, open area in the lowest
level to ensure the greatest possible air circulation. Keep in mind that the fresh
air register(s) must be located as far as possible from the stale air register(s).
• Install the register(s) in the ceiling OR 6 to 12 inches (152 to 305 mm) from
the ceiling on an interior wall. The duct length should be at least 15’ (4.6 m).
(The cooler air will then cross the upper part of the room and mix with room
air before descending to occupant level.)
• Attach one end of the 6’’ flexible duct to the fresh air distribution register,
and the other end to the unit fresh air to building port, using tie wrap and
duct tape.
3.5.2 FRESH AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCTWORK
CAUTION
If ducts have to go through an unconditioned space, always use insulated
ducts (purchase separately).
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.5 INSTALLING 6’’ DUCTS AND REGISTERS (CONT’D)
3.5.3 SUGGESTED REGISTER LOCATIONS
BUNGALOW
Basement stairwell (A): Open, lateral.
One stale air exhaust register (1) in the highest
lived-in level of the house and one fresh air
distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in
level of the house.
1
2
A
BUNGALOW
Basement stairwell (A): Closed.
One stale air exhaust register (1) in the highest
lived-in level of the house and one fresh air
distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in
level of the house. For the closed stairwell, use
floor grilles (A).
1
2
A
BUNGALOW
Basement stairwell (A): Open, central.
Two stale air exhaust registers (1) in the highest
lived-in level of the house and one fresh air
distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in
level of the house.
2
A
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.5 INSTALLING 6’’ DUCTS AND REGISTERS (CONT’D)
3.5.3 SUGGESTED REGISTER LOCATIONS (CONT’D)
MULTI-LEVEL
Stairwell (A): Open, central.
Two stale air exhaust registers (1) in the upper
lived-in levels of the house and one fresh air
distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in
level of the house.
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1
2
A
COTTAGE
Basement stairwell (A): Open.
Two stale air exhaust registers (1) in the upper
lived-in levels of the house and one fresh air
distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in
level of the house.
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1
2
A
A
COTTAGE
Basement stairwell (A): One part open, some
parts closed (B).
One stale air exhaust register (1) in the highest
lived-in level of the house and one fresh air
distribution register (2) in the lowest lived-in
level of the house.
For the closed stairwell, use floor grilles (B).
2
A
B
B
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10
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.6 INSULATED FLEXIBLE DUCTS INSTALLATION
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION
If the joists are perpendicular to the ducts, or if the connection to the exterior hood is in
a limited area, the installation will need 2 exterior hoods (or soffit grilles). Go to Point 3.7.2
or 3.7.4 for more details.
Use the following procedure for connecting the insulated flexible ducts to the unit ports
(exhaust to outside and fresh air from outside).
a) Pull back the insulation to expose the flexible duct.
b) Connect the interior flexible duct to the port using a tie wrap.
c) Carefully seal the connection with duct tape.
d) Pull the insulation over the joint.
e) Apply duct tape to the joint making an airtight seal
. Avoid compressing
the insulation when pulling the tape tightly around the joint; compressed
insulation loses its R value and causes water dripping due to condensation
on the exterior surface of the duct.
a) b) c) d) e)
NOTE: In a retrofit installation, there maybe only one insulated duct already installed for
the unit ports.
• If the unit is installed in the attic, connect this insulated duct to the exhaust to
outside port.
• If the unit is installed in the basement, connect this insulated duct to the fresh
air intake port.
CAUTION
Make sure the vapor barrier on the insulated ducts does not tear during
installation to avoid condensation within the ducts.
3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
1. For each duct, pull back the insulation to expose the interior flexible duct.
2. Connect the interior flexible duct to the smaller part of the Tandem transition (5’’ oval)
using a tie wrap.
3. Pull the insulation over the joint. Pull the vapor barrier over the insulation.
4. Apply duct tape gently to the joint in order to make an airtight seal
. See figures below.
1
2
3
4
EXHAUST AIR TO
OUTSIDE DUCT ON
TOP SECTION
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3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD (CONT’D)
CAUTION
Always connect the exhaust air to outside duct on top section of the
Tandem transition.
Dual exterior hood requires assembly. Using 2 no. 8 x 3/4” screws, assemble the top metal
screen and the plastic grille to the dual exterior hood. Then, slide the bottom metal screen to
the dual exterior hood. See illustration below.
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The dual exterior hood must be installed at a minimum
distance of 18 inches (457 mm) from the ground.
See illustration beside.
1. Using a jig saw, cut a 6’’ diameter hole
in the exterior wall and insert the
Tandem transition through this hole.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD (CONT’D)
WARNING
Make sure this hood is at least 6 feet (1.8 m) away (or more, as per applicable
building codes or standards) from sources of contamination such as:
• High efficiency furnace vent
• Any exhaust from a combustion source
• Gas meter exhaust, gas barbecue-grill
• Garbage bin
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CAUTION
The Tandem transition must be inserted in such a way that the exhaust air
to outside duct will be located on the top.
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1) Exhaust air to outside duct
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18”
(457 mm)
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4. Snap the assembled exterior hood on its
backplate and secure with 2 provided
screws (no. 8 x 3/4” long).
3. Lean the exterior backplate to the exterior
wall. Using 4 no. 8 x 1½” screws, fix it to
the wall. Seal the outline with caulking.
3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
3.7.1 TANDEM TRANSITION WITH DUAL EXTERIOR HOOD (CONT’D)
2. Join the end of the Tandem transition to
the rear of the exterior backplate.
Secure with 2 Xmas tree pins and seal
properly with duct tape.
CAUTION
The exterior backplate must be installed with the word “TOP” pointing
upward.
Xmas tree pin
screw
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
3.7.2 LOCATING 2 EXTERIOR HOODS
If this unit installation needs to have 2 exterior hoods, an additional exterior hood must
be bought (sold separately, single exterior hood, part number 13940). Choose an
appropriate location for installing the exterior hoods.
• The dual exterior hood must be located at a minimum distance of 4 inches
(102 mm) from the ground.
• The single exterior hood must be located at a minimum distance of 18 inches
(457 mm) from the ground.
• There must be a minimum distance of 6 feet (1.8 m) between the hoods to avoid
cross-contamination. See figure below.
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CAUTION
Due to its particular design, the dual exterior hood must be used only for
exhaust hood when performing an installation using 2 exterior hoods.
Use the single exterior hood for supply air.
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EXHAUST
HOOD
INTAKE
HOOD
4’’
(102
MM)
6’
1.8
M)
6’
(1.8
M)
18’’
(457
MM)
4’’ (102 MM)
OPTIONAL
LOCATION
WARNING
Make sure the single exterior hood is at least 6 feet (1.8 m) away (or more, as
per applicable building codes or standards) from sources of contamination
such as:
• High efficiency furnace vent
• Any exhaust from a combustion source
• Gas meter exhaust, gas barbecue-grill
• Garbage bin
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
3.7.3 CONNECTING INSULATED DUCTS TO 2 EXTERIOR HOODS
1. For each exterior hood, using a jig saw, cut a 6’’ diameter hole in the exterior wall.
Run each flexible duct through its respective hole in the wall.
2. For each exterior hood, pull back the
insulation to expose the flexible duct and,
using a tie wrap, attach it to the inner ring
of the exterior backplate. Carefully seal
with duct tape (A). Pull the insulation over
the joint. Pull the vapor barrier over the
insulation and over the outer ring of the
exterior backplate. Apply gently duct tape
to the joint making an airtight seal (B).
3. Attach the exterior backplate to the exterior
wall. Using four provided screws, fix it to
the wall. Seal the backplate with caulking,
as shown beside.
4. Snap each assembled exterior hood on its respective backplate location and
secure each of them with their 2 provided screws.
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CAUTION
Make sure the insulated ductwork vapor barrier does not tear during
installation.
CAUTION
The exterior backplate must be installed with the word “TOP” pointing
upward.
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SCREW
SCREW
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B
A
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3. INSTALL THE UNIT (CONT’D)
3.7 EXTERIOR OPENING(S) INSTALLATION (CONT’D)
3.7.4 LOCATING 2 SOFFIT GRILLES
• Do not locate where prevailing winds
blow the stale air towards the fresh
air vent.
• There must be a minimum distance
of 6 feet (1.8 m) between the grilles
to avoid cross-contamination. See
illustration beside.
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CAUTION
Make sure the insulated ductwork vapor barrier does not tear during
installation.
3.7.5 CONNECTING INSULATED DUCTS TO 2 SOFFIT GRILLES
1. For each exterior hole, using a jig saw, cut a
4¼’’ diameter hole in the soffit. Pull back the
insulation to expose the flexible duct. Run each
flexible duct through its respective hole.
2. Using provided screws, attach the flexible duct
to the ring of the soffit grille. Carefully seal with
duct tape. Assemble the soffit grilles to the
soffit.
6
’
(1
.8
M
)
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WARNING
Make sure the air intake grille is at least 6 feet (1.8 m) away (or more, as per
applicable building codes or standards) from sources of contamination
such as:
• High efficiency furnace vent
• Any exhaust from a combustion source
• Gas meter exhaust, gas barbecue-grill
• Garbage bin
!
If this unit is installed in the attic, use the installation kit no. EA20130 (not available in the
U.S.A.). Choose an appropriate location for installing the soffit grilles (included in the
installation kit no. EA20130).
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4. WALL CONTROL
4.1 INSTALLATION OF THE WALL CONTROL
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WARNING
Always disconnect the unit before making any connections. Failure in
disconnecting power could result in electrical shock or damage of the
wall control or electronic module of the unit.
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CAUTION
Never install more than one optional wall control per unit.
1. Determine the more convenient location for the control.
2. Remove the cover plate control (1). If you prefer to mount
the wall control on an approved outlet box or an approved
mounting bracket (not included), discard the backplate (2).
3. Take one end of the cable and pass it through the wall control backplate (or outlet box
or mounting bracket).
4. Splice back this end of the cable to access to the 4 wires. Remove the insulated
sleeve of each wire ends. Make a loop with each bare end wire to hook them to their
corresponding screw. Connect YELLOW wire to “Y” screw, RED wire to “R” screw,
GREEN to “G” screw and BLACK to “B” screw. See illustration below.
1
2
WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shocks, never install another wire in the same
electrical box than the one for the wall control.
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BLACK
wire
YELLOW
wire
GREEN
wire
RED
wire
WARNING
Make sure that the wires don’t short circuit between themselves or by
touching any other components on the wall control.
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5. Pass the other end of the cable through the wall. Reinstall the cover plate. Using wall
anchors (not included) and provided screws, mount the wall control on the wall. See
illustrations below.
1) Wall anchors 4) Control 1) Outlet box 3) Control
2) Control cable 5) Screws 2) Control cable 4) Screws
3) Control backplate
6. Route the cable to the unit.
7. Remove the electrical box cover on the side of the unit.
8. Slide the sleeve (included) over the cable control and pass the cable through the
grommet.
1) Cable control
2) Sleeve
3) Grommet
4. WALL CONTROL (CONT’D)
4.1 INSTALLATION OF THE WALL CONTROL (CONT’D)
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1
2
3
4
5
2
3
4
1
CAUTION
Keep control low voltage wiring at least 1 foot (305 mm) away from
motors, lightning ballast, light dimming circuit and power distribution
panel. Do not route control wiring along with house power wiring. Avoid
poor wiring connections. Failure to follow these practices can introduce
electrical interference, which can cause erratic control operations.
CAUTION
The sleeve must stay in the grommet. See figure below.
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3
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9. Splice back the end of the cable to access
the 4 wires. Remove the insulated sleeve of
each wire ends. Connect each wires in their
corresponding terminal (YELLOW in “Y”,
RED in “R”, GREEN in “G” and BLACK in “B”).
10.Reinstall the electric box cover and plug the unit.
4. WALL CONTROL
4.1 INSTALLATION OF THE WALL CONTROL (CONT’D)
4.2 OPERATING THE WALL CONTROL
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FRESH AIR INDICATOR:
L
IGHTS UP WHEN SLIDE
SWITCH IS ON NORMAL OR
BOOST POSITION.
FILTER MAINTENANCE
INDICATOR:
F
LASHES EVERY SECOND TO
INDICATE IT IS TIME TO
PERFORM BIANNUAL
MAINTENANCE
. SEE SECTION 5.
LIGHTS UP WHEN ITS TIME TO
PERFORM ANNUAL
MAINTENANCE. SEE SECTION 5.
RECIRCULATION:
UNITISOPERATINGON
NORMAL SPEED WITHOUT
EXCHANGING AIR WITH
THE OUTSIDE
.
BOOST:
UNITISOPERATINGON
HIGH SPEED.
RESET FILTER HOLE:
ONCE THE MAINTENANCE DONE, RESET THE FILTER
MAINTENANCE INDICATOR BY CAREFULLY INSERTING
ASMALLROD
(E.G.: PAPER CLIP) IN THE RESET
FILTER HOLE, DURING 1 SECOND. THE FILTER
MAINTENANCE INDICATOR WILL TURN OFF.
NORMAL:
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NORMAL SPEED.
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4.2 OPERATING THE WALL CONTROL (CONT’D)
4. WALL CONTROL (CONT’D)
• OFF: To stop the unit, slide the button on this position.
• NORMAL: For a day-to-day usage, slide the button on this position. The
unit then will operate on normal speed.
• B
OOST: For a high speed operation, slide the button on this position.
Generally used when extreme conditions occur, e.g.: parties,
smokers, etc.
• R
ECIRCULATION: For a normal speed operation, without exchanging air with the
outside, slide the button on this position. This mode is
recommended in high humidity days (rain, heat wave). Also,
use it when the outside temperature is extremely cold and/or
the inside air is too dry. It can be used also to recirculate the
heat coming from a wood stove throughout the house, or the
fresh air from a cooling system.
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1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Clean filter
• Remove filter.
• Vacuum to remove most of the dust.
• Wash with a mixture of warm water
and mild soap. You may add bleach if
you wish to disinfect (one tablespoon
per gallon). Rinse thoroughly. Shake
filter to remove excess water and let dry.
NOTE: Washing the filter in the top tray of the dishwasher is possible, but the aluminum
frame might tarnish.
3. Plug back the unit.
4. Reset the filter maintenance indicator by inserting a small rod (e.g.: paper clip end)
into the reset filter hole of the optional wall control. Press lightly until the Filter
Maintenance indicator light turns off.
5.1 BIANNUAL MAINTENANCE
5. MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Risk of electrical shocks. Before performing any maintenance or servicing,
always disconnect the unit from its power source. It is recommended to
wear safety glasses and gloves when performing maintenance or servicing.
!
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5.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
5. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Clean filter
• Remove filter.
• Vacuum to remove most of the dust.
• Wash with a mixture of warm water and
mild soap. You may add bleach if you
wish to disinfect (one tablespoon per
gallon). Rinse thoroughly. Shake filter to
remove excess water and let dry.
NOTE: Washing the filter in the top tray of the dishwasher is possible, but the aluminum
frame might tarnish.
3. 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.
4. Plug back the unit.
5. Reset the filter maintenance indicator by inserting a small rod (e.g.: paper clip end)
into the reset filter hole of the optional wall control. Press lightly until the Filter
Maintenance indicator light turns off.
CAUTION
Even a partial blocking of this air vent could cause the unit to malfunction.
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5.3 MASTER RESET
5. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)
Use the master reset only if you perform the annual maintenance before the annual
maintenance indicator is on. By inserting a small rod (e.g.: paper clip end) during 5 seconds
and more into the reset filter hole of the wall control, a master reset will be done and both
biannual and annual maintenance filter are reset.
If the wall control is in Off position, Fresh air light indicator will flash for 1 second.
If the wall control is in Normal or Boost position, the unit motor and the Fresh air light
indicator will turn off for 3 seconds.
If the wall control is in Recirculation position, the unit motor will turn off during 3 seconds.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
If the problem is still not solved, call your installer or the nearest approved Service
Center.
Also, you can reach the Customer Service Department at the following telephone numbers:
Exclusively for model AE60:
1-800-637-1453.
Exclusively for model EA1500:
1-800-567-3855.
Exclusively for model HV 1.5:
1-866-737-7770.
PROBLEMS SOLUTIONS
1. Unit does not start at Normal
or Boost position.
• Check breaker or fuse in main distribution panel.
• Check there is 120V at the electrical outlet.
2. Unit does not run at Normal
speed, but runs at Boost.
• Check control wiring and wall control connections.
3. Unit is not operating as per
the selected mode.
• Check wall control wiring.
4. Wall control indicators do not
work properly or not at all.
• Check wall control wiring.
5. Air too dry. • Avoid operating the unit on BOOST mode.
• Use the Recirculation mode.
6. Persistant condensation. • Turn on the central heating system.
• Store the firewood outside the house.
• Do not completely close curtains, blinds, etc.
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