Evolution Air DM400 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL DM400

WHOLE-HOUSE DUCT MOUNT

HEPA AIR CLEANER

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING UNIT

Features

• Long-life, HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) Media Filter is 99.97% efficient

at removing particles 0.3 micron

• MERV 11 Prefilter removes lint and large particles to extend life of HEPA Filter

• Activated Carbon Prefilter removes unpleasant odours

• Easy-to-change filters

• Powerful motor delivers 320 CFM of filtered air

• Heavy gauge steel cabinet and powder-coat paint finish provide rigid installation and durability

• Plug-in Power Cord provides easy electrical connection

• Duct-mountable for convenient installation

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Read and follow instructions carefully. Follow all local
electrical codes during installation. All wiring must
conform to local and national electrical codes.
Improper wiring or installation may damage the HEPA
Air Cleaner.

Understand the signal words WARNING and

CAUTION which are present in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING and CAUTION signify a hazard which could

result in property damage, personal injury or death.

WARNING

Before beginning any installation or modification, be
certain that the main line electrical disconnect switch
is in the OFF position. Electric shock could result. Tag
disconnect switch with suitable warning labels.

Only a heating/air conditioning installer or qualified
service person should install, repair, or service
your Whole-House HEPA Air Cleaner.

Homeowners or untrained personnel can perform
the basic maintenance functions of replacing
filters.

When working on air cleaning equipment, observe
precautions in the Owner’s Manual, labels attached
to the unit, and other safety precautions that may
apply. Follow all safety codes. Wear safety glasses
and work gloves.

WHAT THE HEPA AIR CLEANER DOES

The Whole-House HEPA Air Cleaner has been
designed to remove particulate such as atmospheric
and household dust, coal dust, insecticide dust, mites,
pollen, mold spores, fungi, bacteria, viruses, pet
dander, cooking smoke and grease, tobacco smoke
and more. It also removes odours with the Carbon
Filter.

BENEFITS

• Helps provide relief from allergies, asthma, and
other respiratory illness.

• Helps reduce housekeeping time and redecorating
costs.

• Helps provide a healthier, more comfortable
environment, year-round.

HOW IT WORKS

Millions of airborne pollutants are carried through the
return air ducts of the heating/cooling system. The
HEPA Air Cleaner has been designed to be installed
on the return air duct. A portion of this return air is by­passed through an opening on the rear of the unit and
passes through a 3-stage filtration system.

The air passes through an efficient pleated MERV 11
Prefilter to remove lint and large particles to extend the
life of the HEPA filter.

The Activated Carbon Prefilter (activated carbon
impregnated polyester filter) removes odours before
they enter the HEPA filter.

Smaller particles then pass through a long-life, HEPA
(High Efficiency Particulate Air) Media Filter which
captures 99.97% of particles 0.3 micron (1/84,000 of
an inch) and larger. This HEPA filter has more than
40 ft² of collection surface area.

Clean air is discharged back into the return air duct.

INSTALLATION

Duct Mount Installation

LOCATION

WARNING

This unit must be installed on the return air side of
the system only. Do not connect to supply side.
Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to
any appliance.

The HEPA Air Cleaner can be installed directly on the
return air duct eliminating the need for external ducting.
The unit can also be mounted on the floor, a wall or be
suspended from the ceiling and with the use of collars
be ducted into the return air plenum. It can also be
used as a free standing unit. Care should be taken to
keep the unit away from an area where there is a
possibility of moisture leaking on to it. Ensure there is

13 inches in front of the unit to remove the filters
for replacing.

GENERAL INSTALLATION STEPS (Duct Mount)

1. Remove any packaging, as well as the door and
filters before installing. See Maintenance for
instructions to remove the filters.

2. If the unit is to be mounted on the return air
plenum, it must be installed after the last return
branch connection on the plenum. If outside air is
introduced into the return air duct, either through a
HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator) or direct, it should
be added to the system before the intake inlet to
the Air Cleaner.