Dynamic Polarized-Media Installation Instructions Manual

Polarized-Media
Electronic Air Cleaner

Installation
Instructions

&
Consumer
Information

Section I. Installation Instructions

1) Turn the thermostat fan switch to the “OFF” position.

2) Turn off power to the furnace/air handler.

3) Remove the existing filter from the furnace/air handler or return air grille.

4) Wiring to the on-board transformer or integrated furnace control:

NOTE: ONLY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN SHOULD PERFORM ELECTRICAL WIRING.

If there is a terminal strip such as the one shown in figure 1, connect the black wire of the power
cord to the “Common” terminal (typically the "C" terminal) and the black wire with the white stripe
to the “Hot” 24vac terminal (typically the "R" terminal). Output from the 24vac transformer may
vary due to local line voltage fluctuations. Outputs up to 28vac are acceptable.

Figure 1
If the terminals are unmarked, or to confirm the markings, use a voltmeter to find the Common

and “Hot” 24vac terminals:

a. Turn off the power to the furnace/air handler and the transformer.
b. With the voltmeter set to "Continuity", check for continuity between each terminal and the

metal frame of the furnace/air handler. Choose a spot on the furnace/air handler such as

a screw or unpainted edge, where a good electrical contact can be found.

c. If continuity is found between one of the terminals and the furnace/air handler, that

terminal will be the Common terminal.

d. With the power on to the transformer, use the voltmeter to locate the 24vac terminal.

If a Common or 24vac terminal cannot be located, it will be necessary to install a separate
transformer. If a hard-wired transformer is used, an isolated class II transformer is recommended.
The transformer must be installed according to local codes and ordinances.

5) If necessary, route the power cord through the furnace/air handler cabinet to the filter rack
area. If an existing access hole is not available, drill a 7/16” hole. A grommet is provided to fit a
7/16"

hole (fig 2). The cord should be run so that it is not crimped or abraded and should have
enough slack to allow the air cleaner to be easily removed for routine maintenance. Position the
power cord slack to keep it away from the furnace/air handler blower and other moving parts.

Figure 2

6) Install the air cleaner into the filter rack or return air grille.

7) Plug the power cord into the air cleaner once it is securely in place (fig 3).

Close the filter access door or grille.

8)

9) Turn on the power to the furnace/air handler. The power indicator light on the air cleaner
should illuminate.

10) Turn the thermostat fan switch to the “ON” position.

Figure 3

11) If arcing occurs within the air cleaner, see the instructions in section III for replacing the air
cleaner Media Pad.

12) Affix the caution sticker and Media Pad Replacement Record in a prominent location near the
air cleaner.

Section II

. Optional Plug-In Transformer

NOTE: For best air cleaning efficiency and
optimum comfort, the furnace/air handler
blower should be run continuously with the
fan switch in the “ON” position rather than in
the “AUTO” position.

As an optional accessory, a plug-in transformer (part no. A412402) is available to plug into any
110-Volt (AC) outlet to provide 24-Volt (AC) power to the unit.

WARNING: DO NOT SUBSTITUTE OTHER 110VAC–24VAC TRANSFORMERS AS DAMAGE
COULD RESULT TO THE UNIT ELECTRONICS AND VOID THE AIR CLEANER WARRANTY.

Section III. Maintenance and Media Pad Replacement

Replacement Media Pads are available from your heating and air conditioning contractor or by
ordering online at

WARNING: WHENEVER INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE AIR CLEANER, THE
POWER TO THE FURNACE/AIR HANDLER MUST BE TURNED OFF. CARE SHOULD
BE TAKEN NOT TO LET THE JACK TOUCH ANY GROUNDED OR METAL SURFACES.
ALTHOUGH THE JACK IS SHIELDED, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE CENTRAL POWER
INSERT TO CONTACT GROUND WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
TRANSFORMER OR ELECTRONICS.

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